Chapter 61 Heart to heartDS FASHION HOUSE, LOS ANGELES.Darby stared at the glass watching people move in a rush. There is always somewhere for the people of LA to rush to. It feels like the city is always so busy and crowded. Leo was getting married today and even though she is meant to be in attendance, she is instead standing in her safe space sipping on iced coffee and watching the city move at its full peak. Her lips tingled at the reminder of the kiss she had shared with Leo days ago.It gave her sleepless nights and she almost felt guilty for it. At the same time, she keeps assuring herself that it wasn't her doing. Leo had been the one who initiated the kiss, he should be the one feeling like his heart would rip apart for cheating on a beautiful lady like Chloe. On the other hand, it felt like she was being cheated out of her place. She should be in Chloe's shoes. It does sound like a form of entitlement. But Darby can't help but think of how different it would have been bet
Chapter 62 Guilty conscienceLEO’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.‘Hey, buddy.’ Leo mumbled into the receiver while sipping his coffee.‘Daddy!’ Sinclair's voice bellowed from the speaker.Leo smiled sweetly at the genuine look on the boy’s face. ‘How are you, buddy? I have missed you so much. It feels like forever since I last saw you.’‘I miss you too, daddy. I want to see you.’ He mused.‘Sure, my boy. Daddy will come get you today. I promise. Say hi to your mom for me, I have got to go. Love you buddy.’‘I love you too, daddy!’Ending the call, Leo chuckled to himself. It has been a week since the wedding and to avoid hurting Chloe's feelings since they were still in their honeymoon phase, he didn't mention his wish to have Sinclair around. However, he can't seem to hold himself back any longer.Chloe got down from the stairs scratching at her sleepy eyes even though she was dressed to go out. "Good morning." She mumbled leaning in to kiss Leo."Morning, how was your night?" He asked downing
Chapter 63 Just sexFOOD COURT MALL, LOS ANGELES.Darby chuckled at Sinclair's rambling, ever since they got into the space he has been talking about his father nonstop. It almost feels uncomfortable due to Zac's presence. But it appears Zac isn't bothered by it and he was listening with so much keenness."It has been a crazy week right?" She said chewing on the fries.Zac nodded taking a sip of his drink. "I had a very crazy assistant and I almost lost my mind. It made me miss a certain someone who was the best assistant I have ever had." He winked.She waved a dismissive hand laughing. “Oh please. I wasn't any good assistant, always acting clumsy and almost cost you a client’s hundred dollars dress.""You were pregnant with loads of back aches and leg pains. Still you showed up every step of the way and didn't try to use that as an excuse. You worked hard despite it, I was almost forced to ask you to stop but the determination and persistence you had was just something that I couldn
Chapter 64 Perfect getawayMAUREEN’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Darby had a sort of panic attack seeing Leo at the mall two hours ago, that night came rushing back all of a sudden. Seeing him with Chloe made her feel jealous all of a sudden and she hated the feeling. Thankfully Sinclair requested candy and the accompaniment of both parents. It gave her just about enough time to tell Leo to leave with his wife. She had sensed Chloe's discomfort with their presence, she must have had the intention of spending a nice time with her husband, only to have it hijacked by his son. Darby was more glad that Leo didn't argue and saw reason with her. She had to ask Zac to take them back home to drop Sinclair, while she took her car and drove down to her aunt's home.Ever since her open minded discussion with her mother, Darby found herself driving down to the place whenever she has a stressed day at work with an overtly demanding clients or on days she feels the urge to talk to someone with more experien
Chapter 65 Married lifeDARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Leo felt clueless at the state Darby was in as he kept tapping at her cheek to wake her up. Isabella had rushed out at the noise from the cup and Leo's noise. He had called 911 but they said they would get there in twenty minutes. Anything can go wrong in twenty minutes."Oh, my goodness. What happened to her?" Isabella asked in a shaky voice as she knelt next to her."Hold her still please. My family hospital is two blocks away. I just need to call a doctor real quick. Waiting on 911 will risk her health. She looks pale at each passing second." He rambled to non listening Isabella.Dialing the contact of Doctor Anthony hurriedly, he rolled out the address off his tongue as he narrated the condition of the patient to the doctor. He offered to come around instead as the other hands at the hospital was quite full. From the doctor’s explanation a fatal accident had occurred on the road and it would take another ambulance a lot of time to
Chapter 66 Out of reachDARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES."I was beginning to worry when I couldn't reach you on time. How did all of these happened yesterday and no one thought to call me?" Zac complained.He had been trying to reach Darby all through the previous evening to ask if she got home safe and also discuss a dress design idea that he wanted to work on with her. But he couldn't reach her, when he finally thought to try Isabella it had taken her a long time to pick the call. He almost couldn't sleep all through the night and had hurried down to the house as early as he can.Darby sighed lightly as she sliced one of the big water melon Leo had sent over, the thought of him going through so much to get them stuff brought a smile to her face. "It's nothing serious, Sinclair is fine now as you can see." She grinned at her son making me a car sound as he pulled his truck around the house."What about you?" He asked in a worried tone."I'm very fine, Zac. It's just stress, I guess. The do
Chapter 67 The reportBOWLING ALLEY, LOS ANGELES.Leo sat grimly looking displeased, everything Aaron did and jubilated over was beginning to get to him in an annoying way. He can't seem to concentrate on anything, the more he tries to distract himself, the more her words keep haunting him.Aaron stood up with both of his hands on his waist as he observed his friend. "Are you really going to sit all day and sulk?""She practically tossed me out of her house." He whined."Of course you deserve to be tossed out. You shouldn't have gotten too comfortable considering the strain between you guys. You deserve all that you got.""I do know you have a grudge against me. But you could have held back on it just up until I have had enough of whining. You are really the worst type of friend to have in cases like this."Aaron exhaled as he sat next to his friend. "Why are you intentionally digging into a wound that would never heal, Leo? Why do you keep doing this to yourself? Like I have always s
Chapter 68 Her revengeGRACE HOME, BEVERLY HILLS.Leo cleared his throat behind his mother trying to remind her of his presence since he has been standing there for a few minute. "Mom, I was actually having a nice time with Aaron when you called. I don't like spending my free time standing clueless in the study."Grace sighed turning to look at him. "Why are suddenly acting this way, baby?"He had a confused look on his face. “What are you talking about?""I'm sure you are well aware of what I am taking about, Leo.""Is this about Chloe? What did she tell you?""She didn't need to tell me anything. I can read through her, Leo. When I called to check up on you both, she told me you weren't around and her voice sounded distant. It's not even a month into your marriage, baby and you have changed this much. Is there something Chloe is doing that you do not like? How about you tell her, so she can make amends. You can't continue this way, this kind of marriage won't even last a month.”He
Chapter 105 EPILOGUE: Happy EndingsTWO MONTHS LATER —- LEO’S HOMELeo looked around the large dining table and a pleased smile appeared on his face. Darby had insisted on a small wedding where only their family members are in attendance. He would have loved to show her to the world but he had to oblige to her needs. Seeing everyone's familiar happy face made him appreciate her decision. He smiled widely at Sinclair running around the open space stressing out both of his grandfathers."What are you looking at?" Aaron questioned in a taunting voice next to him.His eyes had been on Darby who seem to be having a good time talking to all of the women in attendance. Zac and Chloe were in attendance too, it surprised Leo when Chloe had told him about their new found friendship. It made him delighted that Chloe wasn't doing the pregnancy alone. Something he wished to have done during Darby's pregnancy with Sinclair.Leo grinned cheerfully. "I am staring at my beautiful bride. I can't believe
Chapter 104 Heart to heart confessionDARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES."Hey, baby." Leo spread out his arms as Darby rushed towards him. "How was your day?"Darby hummed as she leaned into his embrace inhaling his smell. "Hectic. Thank you for breakfast. It was amazing.""I'm glad you liked it. Are you ready to go home now?""Yes, please." He opened the door for her to get in before rounding the car. Darby looked around the car hurriedly. "Where is Sinclair?"Leo gulped, chuckling nervously. "I dropped him off with your parents. I hope you don't mind.""Why?""It's just for the night. I thought you needed to relax." He seemed worried that she isn't pleased with his decision.A mischievous grin appeared on her face. “Does this mean we would be spending the night alone?" Leo nodded in response. "Sweet!" She bellowed in excitement.He laughed in delight. "I'm glad you aren't angry."Darby reached for his hand. "I'm most delighted, Leo. Thank you. I love my son, but I love you too.""You are so
Chapter 103 The IntruderDARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Darby giggled into Leo's chest as he tickled her side while placing wet kisses on her face and nape. Her hands roamed his body hungrily. The past three days since he moved into the house, her sexual desire had gotten on a wild increase. Because it has been a long while, she couldn't bring her body to open up just yet. But there is something magical about Leo's touch that makes her want to lose control.Locking lips with her, Leo held her closely to himself moaning at the feel of her delicate skin. Darby grabbed a handful of his hair kissing him passionately. When he flipped her to be on top, his hands squeezed her breasts gently and she felt pleasure juices splatter out of her pussy. Slowly she began to grind against his already hard dick. Her hand found its way into his trouser until she was holding onto the shaft like her life depended on it.Leo moaned as her finger trailed his length. Flipping to change their position again, he p
Chapter 102 Family HangoutDARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Yawning loudly as she stepped out of her room, Darby scratched at her eyes when she saw Leo doing a pushup in the middle of the living room with Sinclair seated on his back and laughing heartily. Her heart melted at the sight, she was wondering why she got to sleep like a baby all through the night. It had almost skipped her mind that her man was around."I see you two are burning enough calories." She said."Mummy!' Sinclair called out getting off his father's back to meet his mother. She lifted him off the ground and kissed his cheeks.Leo stopped halfway to look at her. "Good morning, baby."Darby walked closer to him, placing Sinclair on the floor and she caressed Leo's hair. "How was your night?""Very fine, thank you." He grinned resting his head on his hand as his eyes trailed her face. "You look so beautiful."She blushed shyly. “Stop trying to appease me. I know I look a mess.""You know one thing I don't do is tell a lie
Chapter 101 Field TripLEO’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.A large smile appeared on his face as he stared at the phone screen talking to Chloe. ‘Pregnancy sure looks good on you. How has it been working in that condition?’ He inquired, pulling his suit over his shoulder.Chloe's laughter sifted through the phone speaker. "It has been nice. My dad and godmother seem to have nothing else to do but fuss over me. It can be too much sometimes but I really can't complain.’He grinned, ‘I'm glad you have them with you.’‘How is Darby and Sinclair? She called to check on me few days ago.’At the mention of his girlfriend and son, he couldn't hide the sheer joy he felt. ‘They are doing really well.’‘I should go now. Work is about to start.’‘I need to leave home now, too. I would call you later. Do take care.’ He said, waving at her as he hung up the call.Whistling a happy tune to himself, Leo typed a quick message and sent it to Darby. Her reply came in almost immediately. It made him feel giddy know
Chapter 100 Apologies acceptedANTHONY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES."Wow!" Maureen exclaimed at the sight of Anthony’s house. It's no surprise that he appears lonely. She feels it's absurd for a single person to live alone in such massive space.Darby nodded alongside her mother, her father is no doubt doing very well for himself. "We should hurry. It's bad enough that we arrived late.""Blame Maureen for using up our time." Emma chuckled.She flipped her hair in response. "I never can tell who I will be meeting here. I want to be prepared just in case.""It a close knitted family gathering, aunt." Isabella chipped in her eyes laughing.As they got to the door Anthony had his arms wide open to welcome them, Sinclair ran towards him not minding that his legs are just healing from the shock of the accident. He lifted the little one up. "I almost thought you wouldn't make it. Everyone is here." He said.They all turned to look at Maureen, she made them forty minutes late to the event. "What? No
Chapter 99 Love historyLEO’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Scarlett nudged Aaron on the side, motioning towards her brother who sat with his back arched like someone who has lost his chances at life. "He has been like this for more than a week. Not even Sinclair's presence would cheer him up much."Aaron exhaled tiredly, he had only just returned from ending a successful basketball season delighted to share his wins with his friend but instead he met him looking out of the world. "I have been trying to reach him, it's almost like he is far away.""Whenever you ask him, he says nothing is wrong and hold up a very weak smile. But his eyes say something entirely different." She said sounding worried. After getting discharged from the hospital feeling very better, Scarlett had offered to stay with her brother for sometime considering the fact that his supposed wife was no longer with him all in an attempt to keep him company.However Leo didn't seem to notice anything around him as he has been movi
Chapter 98 What she wantsDARBY’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Breathing heavily as she stared out at the early morning sky, Darby sipped on her black coffee. She didn't know why she chose to subject herself to such uninteresting caffeine but then the heart want what it wants. It was a bit late when she returned to the house with her mother. Leo had waited for her, Sinclair was already asleep by the time they returned. Maureen who had been waiting up anxiously for Emma was forced to retire to bed when the latter didn't say a word to her.She and Leo on the other hand got to act normal with each other. Even though Leo obviously wanted to discuss more on why they had argued in the first place, Darby was over it and she didn't want to be dragged to the past again. It has been a long couple of weeks and all she wants to do is rest and get back to the pile of orders from clients awaiting her at the fashion house. Drumming her nail on the side of the cup, she hummed absentmindedly. Isabella stepped o
Chapter 97 The visitMAUREEN’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.It took a while for Darby to get a hold of her mother. When she stepped out of the restaurant, Emma was nowhere to be seen and she wouldn't pick her calls. The police arrived and whisked Noah away from disrupting the peace of the restaurant. Since their lunch was ruined they had all practically lost their appetite. Unable to leave her mum wandering on the streets of LA, Darby pleaded with the rest to go back to the penthouse while she tries to find Emma.She went to the hospital just incase Emma ran into the arms of Anthony but he didn't see her either and has been trying to reach her. Since Darby didn't come with a car, Anthony drove them to Maureen's house. If Emma isn't there then they would have no other choice but to report her missing to the police. They didn't need to go to the police as she was found curled up on the porch bawling her eyes out.Darby stared at her mother pitifully, wondering how hard it must be for her to take