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
Alexia’s POV As we drove into Blackwood's mansion, my eyes immediately locked on Ethan's silhouette. He was leaning by the front door, talking on the phone with someone. I can't help but notice he looks agitated.Without waiting for Jeff to come get my door, I opened the door and stepped out. It appears everyone was back home already. I had not intended to come back this late. I just got carried away with all the fun activities Stacey compelled me to participate in, and before I knew it, it was evening already. I had an awesome time Ethan ends his call and turns to stare at me as I approach the front door.“Hi wife” he says in a way of greeting, giving me a wide smile.I arched an eyebrow in disbelief. I can't believe his audacity. Is he trying to pretend like nothing happened or he’s just trying to get on my last nerve? I fumed silently as I glared at him. One look at my stony expression, his face fell as the smile disappeared from his face. Good! Now he knows this isn't some joke
Alexia’s POV I woke up this morning feeling sore as my entire body aches in a good way. I had sex with Ethan last night, was my first thought as I stretched languidly on the bed. I never thought sex could be that explosive and so pleasurable. Ethan does know his way around a woman's body. After four rounds, I lost count of the number of times he made me orgasm. Now I understand why people make sex a big deal, especially when your partner knows how to make your body sing in ecstasy. I feel so alive and I don't regret giving my virginity to Ethan. Ethan’s side of the bed is empty as usual. I know he has already gone to the office. He is such a morning person, knowing, I thought, smiling as I heaved myself up from the bed. My hand catches on something sharp at the edge of the bed, I stand to investigate. My face breaks into a wide smile as I see the red tulips Ethan must have gotten delivered to me. I picked the flowers and brought them to my nose to inhale their sweet scent, feelin
Alexia’s POV “I don't want the pink dress. I want to put on the blue dress.” Amy pouted, shifting away from the pink dress like she found it offensive. My little girl looks beautiful with her red hair, Ethan's blue eyes, and a face so perfect “The pink dress is better and it brings out your eyes.” I tried reasoning with my 2-year-old daughter.Today is Allen and Amy's 2 years birthday and Ethan and I are throwing a party for them.The others will soon be here and Amy is still delaying us further.“No mummy. Blue is better because it's the color of my daddy's eyes. I rolled my eyes at her, not surprised by her response. Everything is always about Ethan, to say that my little girl and Ethan are close would be putting it mildly. I have been having this dress argument with her for the past 10 minutes and I'm about to insist she puts on the dress when Ethan walks into Amy's room.“Daddy!” Amy squealed excitedly as she ran at Ethan. I smiled ruefully as I watched Ethan pick up Amy and th
Ethan's POV “Look at my handsome grandson. Isn't he the cutest baby ever?” Mom cooed as she bent over our baby boy sleeping peacefully in his crib. A small smile played on my lips. I haven't seen her this excited in a very long time.“Yeah, he certainly is.” Dad, who is also standing behind her, agreed. “If only that dumb skull over there would allow us to see our granddaughter!” He added drily, shooting a furious glare at me. “I am not letting anyone near my princess, just yet. She needs to spend quality time with her daddy.” I repeated for the hundredth time today, scowling at my Dad and Mom. Just before they could retort, the door to our hospital room was pushed open and Nathan, Ryan, Stacey, and Grace walked into the room.“Great, the entire crew is here!” I grumbled surly. Amelia shoots me a dark look.“Ethan, be nice! They are here to celebrate with us and see the newest members of the family.” I shrugged. I know I was being an ass but can anyone blame me for wanting some alon
Alexia POV. “Come on Alexia, just one more push.” my doctor said for what must be the 20th time. “That’s what you said the last twenty times.” I groaned, glaring at the doctor. I know she is just doing her job but I can't help but feel frustrated. I have been in labor for the past thirty minutes and I still haven't pushed out a baby. I can feel my body tiring and the pain is like nothing I have ever felt before. “Darling just one more! I know you can do it.” Ethan who has been beside me this whole time said, still holding my hand. He looks just as frazzled as I look. I had the irrational urge to laugh as I stared at his rumpled look, imagining the reaction of his staff if they could see their prim and proper CEO looking anything but prim. As I imagined their faces, a fit of hysterical laughter burst out of me as both the doctor and Ethan exchanged twin looks of confusion, probably wondering if I had finally lost it, which just made me laugh harder. A high-pitched cry suddenly c
Alexia’s POV “You are the reason we are late for this dinner! So be ready to handle your mom's complaint.” I said, shooting an accusing look at Ethan as he helped me out of the car.“Don't worry! You can blame me, you can blame me.” He was laughing. I struggled to hold on to my anger as the laughter I had been holding on tried to bubble up at his playfulness. I love Ethan's playful side. It's a side very few people are privileged to see.He took my hand in his ass and ushered me into the mansion.The dining room was as grand as I remembered but it still looked cold and sterile. Our dining room isn't as big and grand as this but I will pick it over this one anytime, any day because of the warmth it exudes.The long table was elegantly set with silverware, crystal glasses, and ivory candles that cast a warm glow across the room. At one end, Ethan’s mom was already fussing over the placements, rearranging flowers and adjusting napkins, her excitement barely contained.As we entered the
Ethan's POV “Gentlemen, I think what you guys have come up with is good but if we want to truly broaden our space in France we could do better than this.” I said viewed the projections on the screen.I leaned back on my chair. One of the benefits of being the CEO is that you are privileged to sit at the head of the table and take in the reaction of your team. I noticed that at more comment some of my team members nodded their agreement while some were still frowning like they don't totally agree with me, which is actually okay by me. I am comfortable enough in my space to allow dissenting opinions so long as the reasons are good. In my view it helps in business.Liam lifted his eyes to meet mine like he was about to say something and just as I was about to tell him to go ahead, my phone buzzed quietly on the table. I glanced down, and a small smile tugged at my lips when I saw it was Alexia's name flash on the screen. This one she is calling me in the middle of work, she must be m
Alexia’s POV I thought about all I had learned this morning as I approached Nathan’s office. What she had found was more complicated than she’d anticipated, and she knew she needed Nathan’s support to get to the bottom of it.I tapped lightly on the frosted glass door, hearing the muffled “Come in” from inside. Taking a deep breath, I stepped in, finding Nathan behind his desk, absorbed in his computer screen, closing the door behind me, as I walked up to his desk. The sound of the door closing, jolted him as he looked up in surprise, his eyes lighting up when he saw her.“You are back so soon?” He asked, sounding surprised.I smiled at him. “Yes, at least for now. I have spoken to a few of your staff, and I think I will speak to the others later. I don't want to rush things so whoever is responsible wouldn't suspect we are unto him or her.Nathan raised an eyebrow, interest immediately piqued. “Did you find anything from the few of them you spoke with?”I nodded, settling into th
Alexia’s POV I munch on the apple Elsie placed in my front earlier. I feel restless as I sit here just eating food and watching TV. I wonder how those stay-at-home moms do it. I envy them because these past couple of weeks off work have me feeling antsy and restless.Our sitting room which was bathed in a soft, afternoon light, with the faint scent of her favorite lavender candle lingering in the air, would usually cheer me up a bit, but today the reverse was the case.I was just reaching for the fashion magazine Stacey brought when she came to visit last week when my phone buzzed.Seeing Nathan’s name flash on the screen, I answered with a calm voice, trying to hide the surprise I felt. This should be the first time I am getting a call from him. "Hey, Nathan! What’s up?""Alexia, sorry to call out of the blue like this," he began, his tone unusually serious. “I know you are on bed rest and shouldn't be doing any work, which is why I feel like shit calling you, but I have exhausted
Ethan's POV I leaned back in my chair, my sharp gaze fixed on the report in front of me. For the umpteenth time, I wish Alexia was here to help me with this. Fielding reports was her area of expertise, not mine.I glared at the series of financial graphs glowing from my tablet screen, if only I could magically wish them away, thought, sighing deeply.Despite the report's importance, my mind was elsewhere. I rubbed a hand across my jaw, lost in thought, wondering if I should take a rare moment off and spend some time with his wife.I have been on these reports for the past two hours and I haven't made much of a progress.Just when I was about to push the report aside and take some much-needed break, my phone rang, jolting me from his reverie. Dad's name flashed like a beacon on the screen and a flicker of surprise coursed through me. I certainly wasn't expecting a call from him. He seldom called unless it was about business.“Dad,” I answered, my voice sounding professional, though w
Ethan's POV I picked up my suit jacket from the back of the chair I had hung it earlier, ready to call it in. It's been one hell of a day filled with a series of meetings. I had barely catch my breath since I got back from my visit with Ken.As I strode out of my office, locking the door behind me, I noticed the lobby was nearly empty, which isn't strange seeing as I am almost always the last to leave the office. Chloe had gone home about an hour ago.I walked through the main hall keeping my stride calm but purposeful.I know looked more relaxed than heI had in the series of meetings as if I was shedding the CEO mantle with each step toward the exit.I took the elevators to the down floor today. I want to conserve the little energy I have left because I intend to play some fun games with Alexia when I get home. I already anticipated the thrill of playing with her would be elicited inside.Stepping out from the elevator I strolled to where my car was parked outside and opened the p