Alexia’s POV “I'm sorry you walked in on me in a compromised position” Aiden stated. Wait a moment. Did he just apologize for getting caught or for the act itself? I however refrained from commenting on that and allowed him to continue with his explanation uninterrupted.“Lara is my girlfriend and we have been dating for 3 months now” My eyes widened at that. Three months? That was way before Ethan and I got married. How come I never found out? Am I that oblivious to the things happening around me? I thought.…“Ummm I know it's wrong I kept it from you but we didn't think you would approve of it.” I don't need to ask who the ‘we’ are, knowing fully well that Austin has been in this. “... Lara and I were only fooling around, we have not even done the…the…. main act yet” he stuttered“By the main act, you mean you guys have not had sex yet, I presume” I started to be sure I was following his train of thought.“Yes,” he answered, not meeting my eyes. “I'm sorry for keeping this from yo
Alexia's POV I missed cooking with the guys. The atmosphere in the kitchen as we cooked was so relaxing and free. It brings back memories of how we used to do this often before I got married to Ethan. I thought with a sigh. With our combined efforts, Austin and I were done with the cooking in record time, while Aiden assisted with doing the dishes. The fun part of it was how I could freely speak about work and what I have been up to since the last time I came around, without fear of judgment. reminiscing on the old days and the easy banter between us. They shared certain funny experiences they've had since I left and find myself laughing harder than I have since getting married. I wish I could just move back in with my brothers, I miss the homely atmosphere, unlike the mansion, where there is luxury but the atmosphere feels cold and rigid. I'm not certain I have even heard laughter echoing off the walls of that mansion. I wonder how Ethan felt growing up in that house. I knew Eth
Ethan's POV I have to admit Alexia’s house is nothing like the mansion I grew up in. I thought as her brother led me to the dining room. The first thing I noticed is the size of their house. The entire apartment could fit into one of the halls at the mansion Mom seldom uses to entertain her bunch of gossiping friends whenever they visit.However whatever the apartment lacked I'm size, it more than made up for in warmth and coziness. The place smells so good and feels like a home, unlike the cold and sterile feel the mansion exudes. Now I understand why Alexia often feels uncomfortable at the mansion. If I grew up in a home like this filled with love and warmth, I probably would not also be confused with the mansion “Have a seat” one of Alexia's Brothers , the one who walked me in said, pointing to one of the seats in the dining room. I don't know if he is Aiden or Austin. Alexia’s brothers are identical twins. Outside, meeting them during the wedding and seeing them temporarily duri
Ethan's POV “This food is super delicious. It's one of the best I have eaten in a while and that's saying a lot, because I have eaten some really good food” I said to Alexia when I finally placed my spoon back on the silverware. I watched her blush scarlet from the compliment. “I can't take all the praise, Austin did most of the work” she said pointing to the brother that brought in the dishes earlier. Hmmm so he is Austin. If not for the different shirts they are both wearing there would have been no way to physically distinguish one of the twins from the other.“Oh wow! In that case, I have to admit you do an awesome job with this meal. I'm truly impressed. Thank you for the delicious meal, Austin, I enjoyed the meal ” I said, turning my gaze to Aiden with a look I hope he sees as sincere. “I wasn't trying to impress you” he answered grumpily, not taking his eyes from his plate. Alexia shoots me an apologetic look. I wave off her concern, quite confident I could handle two teenag
Alexia’s POV Believe me, I love my brothers very much, but sometimes, like now, I feel like strangling them, because what in the world did Austin mean by them waiting for the right time to tell me they already have two offers of admission.“What are the two schools that have sent you letters and what are they offering?” I enquired trying to rein in my temper.“Dartmouth College and Columbia Hills” Aiden responded. Dartmouth college, wow! They have one of the best Law colleges in the entire state. I was amazed that they both got offers from them. Those who usually get to attend that school are those whose parents are influential or those in prominent positions. The creme de la creme in the State.“That is absolutely beautiful!. Why aren't you guys excited?” I noticed their forlorn expression.“Yeah Dartmouth is amazing, Ryan and I graduated from there” Ethan interjected, thereby lending credence to my earlier assertion that only the rich attended that college, except for those who pri
Alexia’s POV The next morning I woke up to do my daily routine. I noticed the side of the bed Ethan usually sleeps on is still warm. It must not be too long ago, he left. I thought. As I rise up from the bed to go to the bathroom to freshen up, a bunch of beautiful roses placed on the small stool beside our bed, catches my attention.I stop to pick them up and bring them to my noses, inhaling their sweet scent. I'm wondering how Ethan managed to get this delivered when it's not even 7:00 am yet, when spot a small handwritten note on the stool. I picked up the note to see what was written on it. I can't help the smile stretching across my face, as I read the note. It reads; “Dear wife(he added a smiling emoji)Roses are beautiful, but they pale in comparison to your beauty. Just as a rose unfurls its petals to reveal its full beauty, so do you reveal the depths of your soul with every glance and smile.Every moment spent in your presence resonates with so much peace and happiness. I
Ethan's POV My meeting with the MacPherson group isn't going as planned. I thought as I stared at the delegates sent to discuss what was supposed to be the final stage of discussion before both parties sign the contract.“Mr. Blackwoods, in as much as you have done a fantastic job in trying to convince us to pick your company for this project, we however have certain reservations about the capacity of Blackwoods to handle a contract such as this” MacPherson jnr said.I leaned back in my chair trying to put up a calm facade as I stared at the three delegates sitting across me. “Mr. MacPherson, I assure you that you have nothing to fear about our company’s capabilities, our results and achievements speak for itself”MacPherson jnr who I guess is the leading the trio, since he has been the only one talking amongst them since the meeting started, looks unconvinced by my assertion.“Well, permit me to be frank with you, this is from one business man to another, so don't take it the wrong
Ethan's POV As soon as the call with Lukas ended, I let out a scream loud enough to alert everyone within ten feet of my office as I hauled my phone at the wall in frustration. The phone bounced off the wall and scattered to pieces. I stood up as I paced around my office, feeling like a caged animal.I have never felt as powerless as I feel at the moment. I can feel whatever little control I thought I had, slip away chip by chip. I consider picking up the phone and calling Lukas back to inform him I am not willing to go through with his stupid proposal anymore, when my office door suddenly flies open. I turned from the window I was gazing through, to see a frazzled and worried looking Alexia, panting and wide eyed as she scans my office for any kind of danger. Her gaze paused on the broken phone beside the wall, before turning her gaze to me as her eyes scanned my body for any visible injuries. When she doesn't find any injuries or danger she turns a confused gaze at me.“Ethan, wha