Alexia’s POV “Thank God you are back! How was the doctor's session?” Jeff asked immediately after I stepped into the car. “It was okay, the doctor gave the all-clear report when after he examined me. Did something happen while I was inside?”Jeff exhaled before starting the car. “Well, your husband almost blew my phone up with incessant calls to find out if you were okay.”“Sorry about that. But why didn't he call me?” I asked curious.“He called your number but you weren't answering so he decided I was going to be the one to give him every minute update.” He said exasperated.Oh, shoot! I placed my phone in silent mode when before going into the doctor's office because I didn't want it ringing and disrupting the meeting. I didn't even remember to check to see if some calls came in.I dipped my hand into my purse and pulled out my phone. As I screwed through it, I saw that I had 12 missed calls. Eight were from Ethan and two were from Stacey. 10 missed calls? One would think there w
Alexia’s POV “Elsie please go get the door.” I said bringing out the fancy silver wares we are using for dinner tonight from the box we usually keep them.“Okay, ma!” Elsie said, covering the pot of porridge she was dishing from and heading out to the sitting room.After bringing out all the silverware I thought we would need, I proceeded to pick out a matching set of cups. This is the first dinner we will be hosting since Ethan moved out of the mansion and even though Ethan and I have our issues, I still want the dinner to be perfect and memorable.I just brought out the last cup when Stacey walked into the kitchen with Elsie’s following after her.I smiled widely at her. I'm so happy to see her. It's been so long since we last saw.“Hey!” I said rushing over to draw her into a hug.“Hey yourself! How come I got to find out about my best friend hosting a dinner from my boyfriend? What happened to girls before hoes?” She said in mock outrage, pulling away from the hug.My face fell.
Ethan's POV “That will be all guys. I have to go now.” I said picking up my suit from the armchair. The board members all stood up. “Thank you Mr Blackwoods. We are sorry for eating into your time.” Harrison the secretary of the board said as he gathered his folders to leave.“You are welcome. Do keep me informed on whatever you guys resolve on the issue as they all head out of my office.I quickly grabbed my suitcase and flung my suit jacket over my shoulder as I followed after them.The meeting with the board wasn't supposed to last this long. I thought it would just take us an hour to finish only to be shocked that it exceeded two hours.It was an emergency meeting by the board called on to discuss Kenneth and Bridget’s position in the company. Since Kenneth was the head of technical department of Blackwoods it was very imperative that we get someone to fill his space. Although it kills me to admit it, he was the best at what he does, so it has been one hell of a task getting so
Alexia’s POV“Thank you once again for allowing me brothers to train with your players. Though they have been preoccupied with studies, I am certain now that the holidays are around the corner they would most likely return to the basketball pitch.” I said, sitting on the chair Ryan pulled out for me. I gave him a sweet smile as I took a look around the dining table “Alexia, you know you don't have to keep thanking me for that every single time we meet,” Nathan said with an eye roll.I smiled gratefully at him as I allowed my gaze to move to each of our friends tonight. Stacey and Ryan are already here, and Nathan and his gorgeous wife too, the only people missing right now are Jeff and his family as well as my husband who is supposed to play host with me for this dinner. Now I understand what the phrase “being late to your party” truly means; because why would Ethan plan a dinner and still be late for the dinner?I take out my phone to call him again for the third time. He still doe
Ethan's POV “You look absolutely ravishing.” I can't help but compliment Alexia. She was the first person my eyes were drawn to the minute I stepped into the dining room. The dress accentuated her curves as it molded to her body like a second skin. Her protruded belly even adds to her allure. “Thank you, but I think my big belly may have ruined the effect. I feel like an inflated balloon.” She whispered disparagingly.“Sweetheart you are the most beautiful pregnant woman I have ever laid my eyes on. I wish you could see that. You look perfect.” I reassured her with a smile, before handing over my suitcase and jacket to Elsie who had been standing dutifully behind us waiting to take them to my room.“Thank you.” “You are welcome sir!” she said hurrying away.I sat on the seat at the head of the table beside Alexia. I only want to ever be beside her. Now seated, I turned my attention to our amazing friends who have honored us by gracing our home with their presence. Friends, I could
Alexia’s POV “Dinner was lovely. I had so much fun. Thank you so much for having us over.” Stacey said as Ethan and I walked Ryan and herself to the door. Both of them are the last to leave after the dinner. Jeff and his family just left a couple of minutes ago, while Nathan and Grace had to leave first because of their daughter.The dinner turned out better than I expected. It was so much fun having all of them around. The teasing, the laughter, the fun, I haven't had that before. I have always been a loner. The only friend I had until Stacey was Bridget and with how badly that friendship turned out I was scared of letting anyone into my space.However, having these guys around for dinner tonight, made me realize that there are still good friends out there and how lucky I am to have them in my corner.“True! Thank you too Alexia darling!” Ryan said, smiling with mischief in his eyes.“Why is it only Alexia getting all the gratitude? What about me? Besides, that's my wife you are ca
Ethan's POV “You hurt me, Ethan, you did. My heart can't handle another betrayal.” Alexia said with a voice filled with pain.The pain in her voice wrenches my guts. I hate myself all over again for being the person responsible for that. “I am deeply sorry for hurting you. I know I have said it before, but I promise you that I will never cause you pain again. I didn't know Linda was such a despicable person.” I confessed honestly.It was the truth. I saw Linda as my childhood friend who had my back. I couldn't have imagined that she would stoop so low to lure me into sleeping with her and even proceed to fake a pregnancy.“Now that I know who she is, I have decided to cut ties with her.” I leaned forward as I wiped the tears flowing down from her cheek with my thumb. “Please stop crying, darling. I feel awful. If you forgive me, I promise I will spend the rest of my life dedicating myself to putting a smile on your face.” I swore meaning everything I said.She peered into my eyes as
Alexia’s POV Sleeping in Ethan's new room was like an extra level of luxury. Since I came back to live with him a month ago I have been staying in the guest room much to Ethan's chagrin.I had told him that I forgave him last night, but the truth I didn't want to admit is that I don't think I could ever not forgive Ethan no matter what he does and that is what scares me.Last night when he knelt before me showing that level of vulnerability I felt emboldened. And then there was that kiss, the way his mouth dominated mine, I couldn't have resisted such intense pleasure even if my life depended on it. The way he touched, knowing the exact spot to touch to turn me on, it was like my body was pulled tight by a string and he was the one holding the string.I grew wet again just remembering how many times he took me as I stretched out upon his soft bed sheets with morning sunlight filtering in through the curtains. He must have gone to work already, I thought.He has always been the morni