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
Alexia’s POV I walked out of Ethan's office feeling like I was just doused with a bucket of cold water. As the reality of Ethan's betrayal dawned on me. I grab my handkerchief to wipe the tears still streaming down my face, unfortunately, the more I wiped the tears, the more the tears keep flowing. How does one go from giving me flowers and a sweet note to auctioning me for a contract that same morning?I couldn't believe he would do this to me. I couldn't find the strength to go sit on my chair, too shaken to even consider going back to the work I was attending to before I ran into his office to check on him. I shouldn't have bothered. I thought with regretI am not in the right frame of mind to continue with work today. I need to talk to someone before I lose my mind. I thought as I go to my desk to pick up my bag as I searched for my phone, planning to call Bridget my best friend. I am just about to dial her number when I see Ethan storming out of the office as he heads to the el
Alexia's POVI am glad I dismissed Jeff after he dropped me off. I didn't know how long my talk with Stacey would be, and I hate to keep him waiting.The maiden brook turned out to be more like a relaxation center. The environment was cozy and quiet. I even heard there is a swimming pool at the edge of the property. I chose a table beneath one of the bamboo trees, content with enjoying the feel of nature.One of the staff placed a bottle of wine on my table. When I stopped him to inform him I had not yet ordered anything, he told me it was in the house, as it's their custom to give a first timer a bottle of wine. I was surprised, what amazing customer service they have going on here. I am beginning to love this place just a bit more. I thanked him and decided to pour myself a glass of wine. As I lift the glass to my lips, I see Stacey striding towards me, looking as beautiful as the last time I saw. She didn't even apply any makeup, yet she looks glamorous in her long flowery gown w
Ethan's POV I got back to the office after about an hour's drive around the city. I feel a bit more grounded after the ride. I take the elevator to my office, foregoing the stairs. I hope Alexia has stopped crying. I hated seeing her cry. What I hate more however, is knowing I am the cause of her tears.Her tears makes my guts wrench in discomfort.The moment the elevator stops at my floor and I stepped out, I noticed how the staffs were giving me a wide bert making me remember Alexia commenting on it when we came to work together the other day.I pay them no mind as I continued on to my office. I stumbled to a halt when I don't see Alexia at her desk. Where could she possibly be? I wondered. She probably went back home or to her brothers house because she was distrust and couldn't stand the sight of me. I thought with no small amount of self loathing.Despite knowing she may not want to speak to me, I still find myself slipping my phone from my pocket and dialing her number. It rang