Chapter 22 The BirthrightLEO’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Chewing on the toast in his plate with less enthusiasm, Leo's mind went back to the Desire's party the other night where he met Darby again. She looked ageless and innocently beautiful. He wanted to whisper some sweet nothingness in her ears and remind her of that night where it felt like it was just the two of them existing in the world. It brought a smile to his face.Chloe's eyes darted towards him, she wondered what was causing him to smile when he wouldn't even say a word to her all through their return from the party. Taking a small sip of her juice, she cleared her throat."Can I have a word with you, baby?" She asked folding her hands on the table.Leo looked up slowly like someone being controlled by a remote. "Okay."Unexpected tears rushed to her eyes, she would never seem to understand what is going on with her relationship. Before they got engaged, Leo was always nice, courteous and friendly towards her. Everything was in
Chapter 23 The Role ModelBOWLING ALLEY, LOS ANGELES."You have definitely lost your damn mind!" Aaron bickered, rolling the ball to knock down the arranged woods but he missed. "Shit! Why do I always miss when I am such a good shooter!" He kissed his teeth in frustration.Leo laughed at him, bending down to roll his. "That is because you are too impatient and overconfident. Just because you dunk balls on the court doesn't mean you can roll a ball.""Ah! Ah! Ah! Funny…I hear you. Show me what you have got." He scoffed.Rolling the ball expertly, every of the woods fell apart. Leo dusted an invincible dirt from his shoulder proudly. "What did I tell you again? Call me the boss." He howled.Aaron sneered at him. “That's all you can do. Can we take a break now."Leo breathed heavily. “Sure, I am quite tired as it is."Sitting by a table with their can of energy drinks in hand, they both moaned in relief as their back hit the chair. The both of them have been bowling for close to twenty m
Chapter 24 A happy familyLAKE MALL, LOS ANGELES.Darby chuckled at Zac and Sinclair looking like they are having the best time of their lives running after each other. She was surprised when Zac called to tell her that he was in LA. Being a Sunday, it didn't seem like a bad idea for a nice outing. He had only come around for the fashion week of a luxurious brand which he had been invited to. In order to catch up with her and Sinclair, he had arrived a day earlier than his schedule.As she watched her son play heartily with him, Darby wished she had the courage to take a deeper glance at Zac and probably feel something for him. But she couldn't bring herself to pull him along with no real intentions, unless a situation like that of Leo disturbing her as regards Sinclair come up. And from the look of things, Zac doesn't seem to have a problem with the new found title."Should we visit the pizza parlor?" Zac asked Darby as he lifted Sinclair off the ground.She smiled widely. “Whatever
Chapter 25 Off the courtAARON’S HOUSE, LOS ANGELES."Is this some sort of joke?" Aaron blurted laughing as he handed Leo a can of beer. "She legit called you to drive them to the mall?"Leo rolled his eyes, opening the beer can and the sound made him inhale in relief. "I was like she wouldn't mean that. To my utmost shock my phone began burning up from her persistent calls and Chloe was practically pouting around the house at my refusal. After what feels like forever, I eventually gave in. But what I do not understand is why my own mother made me roam around the mall with her shopping bags for the longest two hours of my life." He winced like someone in pain.Aaron was practically laughing his head off uncontrollably. "I can't start to imagine how awful you would have looked. You are a CEO for crying out loud.""I really wish someone would help remind her of it. But she is always trying to find a means to deprive me of peace.""Your mom is truly one of a kind.""Don't even go there."
Chapter 26 A serial cheatMILLER’S HOME, LOS ANGELESAbigail dumped herself into the couch feeling exhausted, she hates college so much and can't wait to be done with it. If she knew just how much toll it would take on her she wouldn't have taken an entire year off after high school to think carefully on what she would like to do later on after college. But it was a sheer waste of time as she is still confused as to which path to take. All of her friends from high school seem to have a real life except her. But on a second thought, she feels better off than other people.Stretching herself, her eyes caught a glimpse of her dad's magazine on the center table. He acts very disorganized and would drop anything anywhere. For some reason she got curious about the magazine, because of how much time her father spends on them to read through, it made Abigail develop some sort of phobia against it. Since everything he reads are all in relation to write-ups concerning business. However, the on
Chapter 27 Bridal dressAIRPORT ARRIVALS, LOS ANGELES.It’s Friday. Leo sniffed as he checked his wristwatch again. Due to Chloe's insistence on him picking her up, he had canceled all his schedules for the rest of the day. She was becoming very emotional on the phone and he had no choice but to agree. She probably had the phone on speaker after boasting to her friends of how affectionate he is. Chloe can be really superfluous and would do anything to manipulate anyone to get what she wants in the most innocent way.A small smile tugged at his lips when he saw her, chic as ever with her trolley being pulled along. Chloe looked like a perfect Los Angeles lady with the playsuit and sneakers she had on. It made him feel a bit of a twitch in his eyes. When she raised her head to find him, Leo waved his hand at her putting on a full fledged smile. Yes, his decision to forget about Darby and focus solely on his future is the best. Chloe would make a good partner and they would grow together
Chapter 28 Securing his territoryDS FASHION HOUSE, LOS ANGELES.Darby stiffened at Zac's sudden display of affection and her eyes automatically landed on Leo. He had his fist clenched and jaw tightened. It suddenly felt like the time stopped. She blinked rapidly and smiled back at Zac."Hey baby, you are back?" Darby said in a shaky breath as she kissed her son. Sinclair danced in excitement. “You both can wait in my office.""Oh, Darby I didn't know you were married." Chloe said waving at Zac and Sinclair.Before Darby had the chance to respond, Zac chuckled. "We aren't married.""Oh, okay. I am Chloe by the way and this is my fiancé, Leo." She introduced."Nice to meet you both. I'm Zac." He replied"What is the cutie name?" Chloe inquired, patting the little boy's cheeks."Sinclair." Darby finally found her voice. "Let's get you changed, Chloe." She urged."I will be in the car." Leo said as he stood up.Chloe nodded. "Okay, baby. I will be with you soon. Let's hurry, Darby. Leo c
Chapter 29 A splitting imageLEO’S HOME, LOS ANGELES.Chugging down the rest of the tequila in the glass, Leo hissed as it burned his throat. Ruffling his hair, he tried not to picture the action that took place at Darby's office. He shouldn't have let himself get dragged to the place by Chloe. To punish her, he had refused her request to return to his house and had dropped her off at her house. It's annoying to see his once upon a time fling; since they never got to date, be affectionate towards someone else in front of him. To make matters worse, he has no right to decide whoever she hangs out with.However, there was something more disturbing. Darby's son looks nothing like the man she claimed to have had him for. There is no possible way the child won't at least look a part like his father. It made his head ache at the thought that Darby probably lied to him. Getting off the kitchen stool he sat on, he went in search of his phone on the couch. Tapping on a contact, he waited for
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