Love is the flower of life, and blossoms unexpectedly and without law, and must be plucked where it is found, and enjoyed for the brief hour of its duration."
~~ D. H. Lawrence

Asher
"I love you so much Sharon."I knelt down in front of the most beautiful girl of our school whose one smile could steal the strongest heart in a blink.
She was the epitome of beauty.
"Don't tell me you are serious."She chuckled moving her heels towards where a tall handsome guy was standing with a smirk.
"No I am not I love you since we were in seventh grade and now it's the night of our graduation party.I want to tell you how strong my feelings are for you Sharon."I confessed my feelings that I had been hiding from everyone specially Her .
Her smile vanished as she stared at me without any expression on her fair beautiful face.
"Have you ever noticed yourself Asher in the mirror?"Her lips curved into a wicked smile.
The entire hall bursted with the laughter of our friends and classmates.I didn't dare to avert my eyes from the floor in embarrassment.
"Hey Ash boy don't worry what if Sharon refused to be your girlfriend.One day you will certainly find someone as much as fat and ugly like you."This time the guy laughed and pulled the love of my life into a passionate kiss.
I turned my back at her with a determination to bring her on my feet one day or later.
The women are not subjected to be loved or being a soulmate.I told this to myself and took a oath that they will only pleasure my body.
I huffed deeply when the treadmill stopped.My body was wet into salty sweat.I closed my eyes to erase the most bitter memory of my life but time and again it get refreshed no matter how much I tried to distract my mind.
I left to USA to continue my studies there so that the place couldn't remind me of her.At the time she had become one of the top model in the city.Her cruel pretty face could be seen in newspapers,magazines and T.V.
So I found it better to leave the country.I had my reasons so my parents didn't try to stop me.Well they were least bothered about my inner trauma.Nor they tried to find out.
I finished my rest of the workout and glanced at my watch.It was 7:30 AM.I still had one and a half hour to reach at the meeting.
Currently I am handling our family business once I completed my studies.Work was the only thing that can distract me from going into the memory lane which only had despair and sore memories.
I grabbed a towel and rushed to the bathroom to take a cold shower .It only could calm down the burning headache.I couldn't get a proper sleep last night.My blurred reflection on the misty mirror gave me the image of a tall man with a perfectly carved muscled body on which women drool.He wasn't a ugly fat pig anymore .
I saw her with another guy in the club.She grow more beautiful and vicious.
I changed into my business suit and collected my files and phone .
The reminder messeges popped at my mobile's screen.I sighed looking at my schedule for the day which was going to be hectic.I had a meeting at 10:00,a presentation at 12:30,another meeting with our collaborators at 3:00.Being the owner of the country's most stalkholders,shares and the unofficial CEO of the company,I hardly got time to sink in the past.
Meanwhile I heard a soft knock at
the door.I turned only to find one of our maid at door , standing with bowed head."Good morning Sir."She greeted me in her well taught manner.
"What brings you to me in the early hour Mariam."I asked her while adjusting my tie.
"Sir your parents want to see you at the breakfast."The maid told me politely.
They are going to spoil my rest of the day.I groaned and signalled her to leave.But I had no other opinion except to maintain a formal behaviour in front of my own parents.It must be something really important as they wanted to meet their only son after a long one week.
Taking my stuffs,I walked into the dining area where my parents.
They were silently sipping their coffee not bothered to glance at each other neither they seemed to be interested in each other's life.
They were not less than a fellow stranger passenger in a train.I cleared my throat to gain their attention.
"Good morning Son.It's nice to see you after a long time."My Mom chipped in a sugar coated voice.
"Really mother?"I wondered taking a seat on the other end of the table.
"Asher were are your manners.We are your parents for heaven's sake."My Dad glared at me .
"I am getting late for my meeting so tell me what you both wanted to talk about."I said in disintegrated tone while the maid served me my breakfast.
"Last night we were informed by your Grandpa's lawyer about his will which he made before his death."Mom detailed.Her forehead creased with frown lines .
She didn't look happy.
"So what I supposed to do with that."I gave them a weird look while sipping my black coffee.Honestly I wasn't getting even a faint positive vibes from them.
"His whole property,shares and the post of CEO will be transferred to you."My Dad said with disappointment .My own father didn't want me to see as the head while he had all rights to inherit his father's legacy.
"Ohh that's great I love Grandpa for that."I said dramatically though except the chair of CEO ,other things didn't matter to me.
"First let me complete Asher."Dad chided in a frustrated tone.
"Is there a hidden treasure also which Grandpa wanted me to discover."I joked.I was enjoying their helplessness.
"Asher you must maintain decency while talking to us.We are your parents and only want best for you.Do you get that."My Mom gave me an angry look .
They both again became silent much to my annoyance.
"Dad I am waiting please speak up or I am not going to wait for the whole day here."I tried to remind them of my lack of attachment to them.
"His will come into effect only when you will give an heir to the family with a lawfully wedded wife that must be from a decent origin."Words like melted mercury left her mouth.
Earth slipped beneath my feet.Anger rushed to my veins.I wasn't expecting this volcano bombarded on me . Marriage would be the last thing on the planet I wished ever to do.
"Then I am happily spurning this wealth and power but I am not going to take even a single penny from your heritage that is literally asking me to slaughter my self pride."I curtly answered them.
"You know the consequences Asher!"My father's eyes blazed furiously.
"I don't care.I can get everything without your mercy Dad.I am capable of achieving what I am right now in future as well.If you want to disown me,you are free to do that."I wasn't going to be on my knees .
"Your loving Grandpa made his will only to take revenge from his own son..means your father Asher.If you won't fulfill the conditions of his will,all the Black's property and company will be transferred in the hands of your evil uncles."My Mom flashed in anger.
My head started spinning with anger and pain.All I could hear was my parents' audible curses for my grandfather.If it was another day,I could say my Grandpa was the only person whom I used to call my own but he made me a pawn in his own selfish will to teach his philandering son a lesson.
"Son don't be so naive.You got everything that you wish because you are ASHER BLACK."She reminded me.You got your motives done without any legal hassle or getting into a trouble because you're capable enough to tackle them on your own.The world will forget you if you remove your last name.Think Asher.People who are running behind you coz you have successful hands in this business because one day or later you're going to take the charge of 'Black Enterprises'. Use your brain son and do what your Grandpa want you to do.Have a baby and become the head of the empire."Mom said in a manipulating tone.
I pressed my fingers on my throbbing temple.Whatever my mother said somewhere seemed convincing to me.It was a harsh fact that I took the company on a new zenith on my own hard work and capabilities but the world will only gave it a conclusion that I am a Black and the success is in the genes .
"Remember son you're born to live an extraordinary life which people only can imagine and you're foolishly adamant to kick this empire like a trash.No son.I know I am sounding a materialistic emotionless witch but thats the truth Asher.All you have to produce a baby.Its not necessary to be tied up with the mother of your baby.Just marry a down trodden girl whom we can easily throw away once your baby will be born.What will she want from us.A handsome amount in alimony that's it.Morever we never back out from doing charity."she shamelessly explained her plan .
"Like you married Dad for enjoying this life?"I mocked at her.How proudy she was about the superiority of her rich origin.
She didn't utter any word but gave him a murderous glare.
I muttered a curse to my life and pulled out my phone.
"Eugene take out the car."I commanded over the phone to my personal driver and walked out of house the before my parents could spit out some more taunts .
I badly needed distraction from this chaos and I knew where should I go?
I dialled my best friend's Jason number but the bastard wasn't picking up the calls.
"Umm can't you let me live my life peacufully.Umm Jess please."After the third attempt,he finally answered in pure frustration.
I could clearly here a girl moaning his name.I cringed by such voices.
"I am coming over your place in ten minutes and tell that girl to leave before I reach.I don't want to witness some adult scnenes."I breathed out over the phone .
"That's what we are adult what do you expect me to do rings ringa roses."He mocked me.
"Shut your F***ng mouth and make her leave."I cut the call.
"You know I hate the day I met you."Jason spatted on my face opening the door for me to enter and the girl in disheveled clothes with her heels dangling in her hands.
She walked passed me not before showing me her middle finger.If it was another day,she would had faced my worst side but I had so many other problems to deal with.
"Next time at least inform me a little earlier before barging into my house."He trailed behind me.
"As if you will wait for me with rose petals.For God's sake think about other goals in life rather than s*x."I hissed .
He paused for a moment if he was trying to read my mind.
"First take a shot you badly need some whisky."He moved to his mini bar and took out a bottle of whisky and two glasses.
"I need your help Jason.Its more than official matters."I opened my mouth to speak but he stopped me in middle waving his hand.
"I know or His Majesty shows his mercy on this poor slave whenever he needs a drinking buddy.Tell when did you meet me for a personal reason last time let me remember"He acted to put pressure on his head,"Yes when we were in the last year of our college."he winced sourly.
"Jason I am sorry for neglecting you unless I seek your help I am really sorry."I grimaced.
"Things have been changed,well I can see a sheer layer of unrest in your eyes spill it out before you drown yourself in your anger and alcohol."He poured more whisky in his glass.
I slumped on the sofa.
"Do you know an attorney?I need one because my dear parents want me to have a wife who can produce an heir for me."I told him the whole truth that had been eating me since my parents exploded it on me.
Jason spilled all drink all over me.His face turned white as if some ghostly energy sucked all the blood from his body.
"Jesus!What are you going to do man then?"his horrified face sank my heart more into anxiety.
"Save me or give me a solution to come out of this chaos."I ran my fingers through my hairs chugging the glass hard on the floor.
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"Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all." ~~Alfred Lord TennysonAsherI was sitting in my office and started checking files,meetings,presentations and responding to some important emails to drift off my mind from the displeasuring morning incident but a part of mine didn't stop stumbling over Grandpa's wish."Sir are you okay?"Amy,my personal secretary snapped her fingers in front of my eyes which brought me back in the reality."Umm yeah."I composed my professional gesture in order to maintain my attitude as a billionaire boss .For no reason,I don't like involving my personal life with my business,especially my staff that works under me.I can't give them a chance to cook gossip about my family and
"You never fall in love by yourself, love captures you. Love comes to you when you don't need it really, and it comes to an end when you need it the most." ~~Farah MustafaEvelynI flipped the pancake on the plate and pour some hot coffee into two mugs.I usually don't stay at home but today Bobby told me to take a leave from the work since I was not feeling well from last night due to the sudden drop in the temperature.I kept the plates and coffee mugs on the table and waited for my mother to join me.My Dad and siblings were gone in the early morning.So it was only me and Mama.
EvelynThe woman raised her eyes at me and observed me for a moment.Her judging gaze made me feel low in the territory I was completely alien."Okay please go on the top floor and wait.Mr. Black will see you after some time."She told me in her well furnished professional tone not to forget with her despiteful glance before she resumed her work.I chipped a small thanks to her and entered in the elevator.The metal door closed,it meant I had no escape.My eyes popped out as the top floor was 68th floor.My confidence was sinking to my stomach with increasing height.Evy there is still time,you should run back on your heels.My soul poked me when I noticed both male and female employees around me in highly sophisticated dresses,all had same plain expressions on their faces.The dead drop silence set a giddy feeling in the pit of my stomach.
EvelynHe distanced his large frame which was earlier leaning over me and walked back to his chair.His thin lips still had the devilish smirk.I felt my heart lightened when his huge intimidating body retreated yet my heartbeat were pacing manically.My mind was warning me to run away from the lion's den as fast as it could be possible but there was something in his magnetic eyes which made me not to leave the place."What kind of offer?"I asked confidently trying my best to hold back the fear back inside my heart but I must had seemed stupid as his eyes could peirce through my inner self."I want you to be my wife."He spoke unaffectedly.His face was as calm as the sea.As the words slipped from his mouth I felt the hair of my body erupted.What did he just say?He wanted me to be his what?I could feel butterflies in my
Evelyn"Good move Ms. Collins I am impressed,so it's final we are getting married in a week."He sat back on his chair again with a victorious grin."No umm I mean can we marry today only?"I bit my lips to stop myself from crying in front of him who actually enjoy watching me inpain."Great!You're a smart girl.I am hell impressed now just give me thirty minutes darling you'll be Mrs. Asher Black in the next hour."He picked up his phone and dialled someone's number."Get the marriage papers ready we'll be there in an hour."He ordered and again dialled someone but this time through intercom."Priscellla to my cabin right now."He said in cold icy tone .His eyes never diverted from me all this while.In less than two minutes a very attractive lady in the shortest dress knocked at the glass door.He
EvelynHe disappeared from the house telling me to be ready to meet his family means my in laws.The only thought dropped my fear into my knees .How they were going to react after seeing their son's secret wife .My appetite died with a tornado of both fear and anxiety.Honestly I wasn't eager to face any of his family.Probably they won't appreciate my presence in their billionaire son's life.Who I am?An ordinary girl coming from those families who has to struggle to keep both ends together.But you have to be prepared,there is no back out.Didn't you see the demon's wrathful eyes.It will be crazy idea to go against his wish.My soul reminded me.I don't remember for how long I sat there ,all the pain and hurt I locked in my heart tried to come out but it wasn't a place where my tears worth to be noticed or valued.It was his territory
EvelynThe day went by,it was around five I decided to take a shower.Stripping out of my clothes I soothed myself under the warm water.I cleaned off all dry skin and dust from my body to avoid any kind of flaws Lisa's words kept ringing in my mind.In the morning,Asher told me to be ready as we were going to meet his parents in the evening.I tied the towel around my chest and walked out of the bathroom to the room and slipped into the dress .It perfectly fitted to my curves.It was like feather on skin.I already loved it .With my hairs,I decided to open them plainly to one shoulder.I put a very light make up as I don't like to cake my face .I applied mascara on my thick lashes and a light shade of pink lipstick.Putting on the black heels I gave a final look to myself.I was shocked.The woman in the mirror looked different thus I noticed how a little make over
EvelynThen my eyes landed on the lady.She had a dark aura around her but she was a beautiful woman.Yes she was indeed.One could hardly say she was in her fifties and mother to a twenty eiggr year old man.She wore a tight black gown which was stuck to her body like second skin.Her sharp eyes had a magnetic charm,a weird shine in them.She was the perfect example of a sophisticated high class woman who tries best ways to show off the wealthy status.Her hairs were perfectly tied in a bun above her head . Sparkling diamond jewellery adored her neck and wrists.She must be a heart breaker in her youth years for sure.Her red lips pressed together.Her sharp gaze pierced into me.I looked away feeling all exposed and dominated just by her mere glance.I felt like a creepy creature in front of her preying glare.Heinherited this quality from his mother only.