When she got to the company, she noticed everyone laughing on their phones, laughing and murmuring among herself.No one greeted her.Her manager who was coming out from his office paused and looked at everyone then went back to her again."Can't you see your boss is here? All you do is press your phone, give me those!!" He began collecting their phones while some were quick enough to hide their own phone."Good morning Miss" they began greeting her but she only scoffed at them as she headed to her office."Extra one hour after work for annoying her and no lunch breaks" He pointed at them before following her to the office.The workers began murmuring to themselves.She was already in her chair, rubbing her forehead tiredly."I'm really sorry about them but I will advise you not to check Hollywood news right now" he told her.She gave him a look before picking her phone before taking her phone."I told you not to check it" he scratched the back of his neck and looked elsewhere.She we
EVENING★When Diamond got back, she was feeling so sick that she couldn't talk to anyone so she went straight to the room to lay on the bed and wrapped herself with a big blanket.Cardo came back some hours later, looking tired too but what bothered him the most was Diamond not replying to his text or picking his calls.He was surprised to see her laying on the bed and wrapping herself in the blanket from head to toe."Beautiful?" He creased his brows and went to sit on the bed, after touching her forehead, he immediately withdrew his hands."That burnt, why is she burning up?" He muttered and tapped her gently.She slowly opened her eyes to stare at him,she didn't even have the strength to talk to him."Beautiful, are you sick?" He asked worriedly but she shook her head."No you're really sick, you're burning up!" He didn't believe her."I'm fine, just tired" she muttered."Is it because of the sales party? Is it giving you too much stress?" He placed his hands on her forehead again
Teddy stopped the car in the parking lot of a pharmacy because Diamond requested to go there."You just wait here for me, let me get some drugs" she told him and he nodded.Since Diamond had been sick since yesterday, he didn't suspect anything so he just nodded and watched her go in.In the pharmacy, Diamond was a bit nervous as she waited for the pharmacist to finish attending to the other customers. When it was finally only her, she moved forward."Can I get a pregnancy kit please? Not just a pregnancy kit, I need like five from different brand" she requested.The pharmacist nodded and went to get what was told."These are from a really popular brand, they are always positive with their answers so you don't have to worry about getting any false hope" a middle age man in glasses that happened to be the pharmacist told her with an assuring smile.She just nodded and took all of them, she paid through transfer and thanked the man before stepping out of the place. A sweet smell of don
Cardo was typing on his laptop when someone knocked on his door."Who?" He asked and it slowly opened, revealing Diamond’s head.He smiled and closed his laptop and spread his arms wide for her to come forward.She sat on his laps and placed her head on his chest. "How are you feeling now beautiful?" He asked after giving her a soft kiss on the forehead."It's nothing, I was really stressed yesterday that was why I wasn't feeling well" she bit her lips because she didn't like how she had to lie to him but he just bear just for a few days.The door suddenly opened and Annabella stepped in."Boss there is.." she paused with her mouth opened with what she saw.Cardo was without his nose mask and wasn't that Diamond?"Boss there is.." she paused with her mouth open with what she saw.Cardo was without his nose mask and wasn't that Diamond?Shocks filled both Cardo’s and Diamond’s eyes, especially Diamond, Annabella saw her here so what would she think now? Is she his wife or is she just
Diamond was on her way back to her room and before she knew it, she was being pulled to an empty dark room.The light suddenly turned on and it was Ma’am w. ."Aunt Em…A slap landed on her face before she could complete and she touched her cheeks in shock. This was the first time she was being hit by a member of the O’Brien and it was none other than Cardo’s mom."What did you do to Amor and Helena? Why did you make Cardo chase them out!!" She yelled at Diamond’s face."I.. I didn't.." another slap landed on her face adding to the first shock she had."Listen to me Diamond!" Ma’am Emily cupped her chin and pressed it firmly. "I don't like you and I never will, for my son, I only want one daughter in-law and that girl is Helena, you don't belong here!" Ma’am Emily released her cheeks after uttering those harsh words.Diamond burst out into tears immediately, she turned around and rushed out of the room, crying loudly, Cardo was coming opposite her and was surprised to see her crying l
SHOPPING MALL★The moment Ryan and Valerie entered the mall, they took off their hoodie and sunglasses. "Babe I'm so nervous with the thought of sitting on the same chair with your grandpa and brother " he said as they found their way to the cloth section of the mall."Don't be, my grandpa would love you and I'm sure Cardo won't give a fûck so let's go" she held his forearm and pulled him closer and they stopped in front of a cloth stand where there were many nice suits."This looks nice, come try it" she picked up a brown suit jacket and showed it to him.Ryan took it, he placed it on his body and it fitted him so well."Come, let's look for a matching tie, I want my grandpa to be really impressed" she held his forearm and pulled him to another direction.Ryan rolled his eyes slowly."I already have clothes,we should focus on things your Grandpa likes so I can get something nice for him," he said."Don't worry, we'll get to all of it,I just want grandpa to really like you" she pout
Cardo entered the bedroom and sauntered towards the bed. A quick smile escaped his lips when he saw his wife fast asleep, her hair covering a part of her face.Gently, he sat on the bed and tucked a tendril behind her ear. That action of his woke Diamondup as she fluttered her eyes open.That moment, their eyes locked and it was as though the world revolved around them alone as they got lost in each other's eyes. "Did I wake you up?" Cardo asked softly, his hand still around her cheek. Diamond shook her head against his hand, not bothering to move out of his hold. His hand felt soothing against her skin."The maids will be here to pack your things, we'll be leaving tonight" he muttered, finally retracing his hand from her cheek. "Leaving? Where?" Diamond sat up slowly, staring up at him. Where are they leaving?"Our honeymoon," Cardk replied and her eyes nearly bulged out of their socket. Honeymoon? Damn, but we just came back some months again?She asked confused. “Yes. I know but
"Wow!" Diamond exclaimed, staring at the helicopter in front of her in amazement. She had never really thought of entering one, but here she found herself right in front of it."Everything you need is right here, Mr. Cardo O’Brien," Drake said to Him."Thanks Drake," He patted his shoulder before walking towards the helicopter, Diamond followed behind.They got to it and with the help of Cardo,Diamond found herself sitting comfortably inside the Helicopter with Cardo beside her."Wait... You're flying this?" She asked bewildered. They were the only ones inside."Yea.." He leaned closer and set the protection belts around her, his hand brushing her br*east slightly. After that, he pulled away and settled himself well and then connected the intercom."Your flight plan from Mexico to Silicy is settled," a voice said over the intercom.Diamond turned to him in shock. Did she hear right?"Silicy? That's where we're going?" She smiled happily and Cardo in turn released a smile. "Wow! I've
EPILOGUE"Mama!" One year old Carson ran to the kitchen, tugging at Diamonds long blue gown. She stared down and let out a loud scream when she saw his state. His face was filled with milk, his dress was stained too."Carson !!!" She screamed in frustration and he giggled. He clicked his tongue before letting out a smile, showing off the few teeth in his little mouth."I'm gonna spank your little buttocks!" She left what she was doing and ran after him. She ran around with his little leg, his giggles filling the kitchen.He hadn't taken more than five steps when Carson caught up with him. She carried him in her arms and pinched his nose slightly."You're so naughty!" She laughed while he smiled in return. She looked at his messy hair before heaving a deep sigh, then she walked out of the kitchen. Her eyes widened when she saw the living room, it was messy and she pinched the bridge of her nose. To worsen it all, Carson was already playing with her hair, tugging it hard."Carson!!!" Sh
Diamond relaxed in the huge jacuzzi, enjoying the warm water against her skin. They had returned from the hospital that evening and the Doctor had promised to do his best in saving her.Cardo had gone over to his place and he already called to tell her he was on his way. Diamond inhaled the scent of the foamy water in her hand and smiled satisfactorily. Her eyes were still closed."Having a great time, wifey?" Her eyes opened slowly and she smiled when she saw Cardo in the jacuzzi before her. She could tell that he was also naked as he was shirtless."You're back" she whispered. Cardo grinned before pulling her to himself. He turned her body to his so that her back was facing him. Then, he placed his arms around her stomach, caressing it softly.Diamond rested her head on his chest, smiling in nothing but satisfaction. Was this how it feels to be loved? If it is, then she doesn't want to come out. Never!"How did you know?" Her voice came out in a whisper. She felt his cold lips on h
"Valeria!!!" Diamond screamed happily when they entered the ward to find him feeding Valeria. She rushed to the bed and pushed him out of the way, earning a giggle from Valeria. He frowned before moving away. He went to Cardo."Who sent the spy?" He asked. "Rocky"Cardo replied and he cursed. It was as though he knew it. He asked Valeria how the accident happened and she explained that she was hit with a car. He knew instantly that it was his doing."That bastard. Wait till I set my eyes on him, I'mma cut his head off" he growled."Val, I was so worried!" Diamond cried as she held Valeria's hand."I was scared, I thought we lost you," she whispered. "Lost me? Oh no, that's not possible! I still want to know what happened during your date, yunno?" Valeria wiggled her brows teasingly."So, tell me..." She leaned towards Diamond ears and whispered."Did you wear the lingeries?" She asked. Diamond laughed before nodding her head.Valeria gasped, her eyes shone in excitement."Then... Di
"I LOVE YOU"Diamond felt a sudden wave of emotions rush through her when she heard the words she was least expecting. Her cries reduced but her low whimpers could be heard as her face was still buried on his firm chest."I love you," he whispered again but this time louder, clearing her doubts. She had thought she was hearing things when he repeated his words, this time louder than the first."Cardo" she moved out of his hold to stare at him. His dark green eyes probed hers gently, his eyes were soft but she could feel pure desire behind it."Beautiful" his voice was husky as he got a grip of her shoulder. He titled his head slightly to the right and pressed his lips on her neck, passing his tongue through the soft flesh."Handsome," she held his shoulder, her lips slightly parted. They were still under the shower and her nîpples hardened against his chest."I'm sorry for making you cry, baby. I know I deserve a hit but please, forgive this filial husband of yours," he murmured again
He flung the door open violently and entered in a rush. There, he met the love of his life, sleeping peacefully. There was Oxygen on her nose but the continual beeping of the machine made him relaxed a bit."Baby," his tears fell. This time, a happy and sad one. But, his happiness was larger than his sadness. She is alive! His woman is alive!"Valeria!!" That was Diamond scream. She left Cardo and rushed to the bed, getting a hold of Valeria's warm hand."Val..." She whispered, sniffing gently. This wasn't how she pictured their meeting to be. She had pictured Valeria teasing her about the honeymoon, asking if she wore her lingeries she packed for her.But now, she was on a sick bed, struggling to stay alive. Diamond shook her head and broke down into tears."Wake up, Val. I still need you to tease me, I want to hear you scolding me all the time. You're the first friend I ever have when I came into the mansion , please don't leave me" she cries. Cardo walked to her and held her should
"Do you know what this is?" Diamond showed him the piece of paper in her hand. Cardo was eating, he refused at first but after a lot of persuasion, he was finally eating it."What?" He collected it from her and glanced through it. His eyes widened after reading it."Where did you get these from?" He asked slowly, his eyes slowly turning into a dangerous one."I don't know. He was rushing off and... He seems to be in a hurry," Diamond said."Cardo, you need to see this!" Drake went to Cardo. He showed him the paper and He chuckled.... An evil one."I knew it. There's a spy," he shook his eyes. He stood up and left the table. Diamond went to cover the flask and then packaged it together."Spy? Who would dare betray you?" She asked, walking to him."Someone is selling our company information out" He informed her. Diamond gasped."Wh... What?""We're having a hard time, Diamond. Our company might go down at this rate," Drake went further and Diamond’s eyes widened like saucers."Go down?"
Cardo had a straight look on his face as he walked to the elevator. His gaze was hard and his jaw was clenched. "Boss!!! Finally!" Drake cried, rushing to Cardo. He glanced at him and sighed. His face was rumpled, there were wrinkles on his forehead and his eyes were red."Have you been resting at all?" He asked. "Rest? I can't do that when the company is at stake! I'm restless," Drake cried. The elevator opened and they both entered."Prepare a board meeting immediately," he ordered."Sure Boss!" The elevator dinged and they both walked out of it. Drake went another way while Cardo walked to his office. He entered and met her by his computer, with few other staff around him."Good morning, sir Cardo" The staff greeted and ge raised his head. He quickly gestured to Cardo to get closer."Everyone leave!" He ordered loudly and the staff scurried out immediately. Cardo went to over to h."You need to see this," he shifted the computer to him so he could take a glance at it."Rocky is t
THE O’BRIEN MANSIONValeria's phone rang just when she entered the house. She walked to the kitchen and dropped the goods she bought there. Then, she brought out her phone from her pocket. It was Ryan calling.She sighed before walking out of the kitchen, not picking the call. Right now, all she needed was a little space, her emotions were taking the best of her and she doesn't want that.Ryan had been calling her since she left his house and she had picked none. As soon as she settled herself on the couch in the living room, the door opened revealing a worried Ryan.Immediately Ryan saw her on the couch, looking fine, he sighed in relief. He took fast strides towards her while Valeria got to her feet."What are you doing here?" She asked gently and Ryan scoffed. Was she seriously asking him that? He had noticed she was in a sour mood when she left his house and he decided to call but she ignored it completely!"Why haven't you been picking up my calls?" He asked. Valeria sighed befor
Cardo nuzzled the sleeping girl in his arms, she was curled in his arms like a baby, seeking protection from its mother. After washing off the smell of sêx from their body, Diamond went back to bed and he knew he had drained her energy.Back to the present, she snuggled closer to him, inhaling his deep cologne as it invaded her nostrils. She wasn't even shy around him anymore, she was starting to free herself with him and that feeling felt good, because she discovered something about him.This man here doesn't seem to be the person he claimed to be. He had shown her his sweet side a lot of times and it was cute!"Why are you so sweet to me?" She murmured sleepily, opening her eyes groggily. Cardo smiled when he saw her awake, he leaned and pecked her lips gently."Because you're my wife," he whispered after pulling away. Cardo blinked her eyes cutely, still staring at him. She was just in a white shirt with the duvet covering her thighs."And only my wife is privileged to see my sweet