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Cluster Desires Chapter 87: Back from England
The morning sun was delightful. All along, Anthonion Fabiola had been on a long trip to England and now, he is back in Atlanta.At the airport that morning, Anotonio took off his sunglasses to have a clear view of what Atlanta still looked like.For approximately five months now, he has been away from home, his company, and every one of his friends. One of the reasons he had left was because he feuded with his cousin, Shawn. This however is the second time he was running like a vagabond because of a crime he committed years ago.However, Anthonio was ready to face his fears and do the right thing to have his peace of mind back intact.He couldn't bear celebrating Christmas there in England that was why he returned to face his fears.Shawn is his only cousin and they were still young when everything happened. He couldn't tell if Shawn could still recognize him but he knew the person he saw some six months ago hugging Joana was Shawn.Old memories filled his mind as he stood wait
Cluster Desires Chapter 88: A Day to Christmas
Christmas Eve came with an unfathomable joy and happiness that seemed endless.The excitement in Simon’s house was second to none. The Rays of the glittering bulbs around the huge Christmas trees added more beauty to the grand home.Friday morning on Christmas Eve was blissful. That morning, Sophia and Nanny Esung joined the family since Matthew bluntly refused to grant Sophia’s request to travel out of Atlanta. Great euphoria engulfs the aura of the house; it almost seems none of them present had any challenge.However, the beauty of the season was Lost on Sophia who has been battling with insomnia and depression after all her efforts in making her marriage work out proved abortive.Under the facade of heavy makeup, she drew her utmost strength to flow with the family without any of them having a deep understanding of the tumultuous battle that had haunted her the past months. As the sun rose greatly in the sky, that day, Sophia managed to steel herself with the unwavering lov
Cluster Desires Chapter 89: The familiar figure
“ Where are you going, Joana? Sophia asked, gulping another glass of Champagne.Without replying to anyone, Joana hurried up to where the familiar figure was sitting, her heart racing off her chest.Just as she presumed, it was her ex-boyfriend, Anthonio.Anthonio was all alone sipping his red wine when his gaze reflexively met with Joana’s and instantaneously, his wine glass fell off his hands and it spilled on his shirt.At the mishap, the bartender rushed to Anthonio's rescue. “ Are you okay, sir?” The bartender asked, scanning Anthonio to see if he had bruises.“ Yes, I'm fine. Please just leave us,” He replied to the bartender without taking his eyes off Joana.Joana stood glancing at him without knowing what to say to him so, she turned and was about to leave but Anthonio gripped her by her wrist.“ Please, my love, let's talk,” He said, his breath sinking deep, and his eyes longing for an understanding. In quietude, Joana scummed to his quest and sat down.For approximate
Cluster Desires Chapter 90: Cold Attitude
A flush of Adarnelina washed down through Matthew’s spine.His thick muscles were vibrating as he sat patiently in the living room waiting for Sophia and Nanny's arrival.It had been two hours since he returned from the other mansion. It was Christmas Eve and he wanted to sleep at home today and leave for his trip in Las Vegas tomorrow morning. Traffic however was horrendous that day due to the ongoing celebration of Christmas. It took Sophia and Nanny two hours before he got home.At the sound of Sophia’s car, Matthew narrowed his eyes to the large wall clock. It was 10: 40 pm already.Back in the car, Nanny told Sophia not to utter a word to Matthew and Sophia nodded her head.Shortly after they got inside, Matthew rose from the crouch breathing heavily with a dark expression clouding his face. “ Where are you two coming from without my knowledge?” Matthew struck angrily, his eyes narrowing to Sophia blazingly, but his speech was directed to Nanny Esung.The fact that Nanny was s
Cluster Desires Chapter 91: Chasing him
The sky was yet to give its great light to the inhabitants of the earth as darkness still spread its wings around the wall of the city.Giggling of bells and a beautiful soul-lifting song filled the air demonstrating the joy of the season. Matthew Callaghan woke up as early in the morning to prepare for the day and his trip.Sophia had lots of fun last night without the knowledge of Matthew so, she slept more in the morning. The radiant glint of lights beamed Sophia’s eyes however and she struggled to open her eyes.Just when she opened her eyes, she rubbed them rashly as she saw Matthew preening himself in front of the large extensive mirror with his bag meticulously packed on the bed.“ Merry Christmas, my love” She tried to speak, but her voice sounded a bit hoarse.“ Merry Christmas, my Angel,” He replied uninterestedly, his fingers running deftly on his Hexiton blonde tie.Surprised, Sophia lifted her body to sit on the bed. It's Christmas and her husband was leaving her again?
Cluster Desires Chapter 92: Entanglement
“ Why is Sophia not taking her phone?” Simon grunted. It's Christmas and he wanted his only daughter around him.This was the fifth time he had called her but she was not picking up her phone.When he left his room that morning with a worried look on his face, he came downstairs and the scent of a different meal pierced his nose and he sneezed. He walked to the kitchen to find Joana and Kelly running their hands vigorously on every task in the kitchen. “ Merry Christmas Uncle, “ They chorused In unison. “ Merry Christmas” He responded and continued.” Joana, have you tried to reach to your cousin, Sophia?” He asked, with concern on his face.“ Uncle Simon, Sophia can't be here now. She's with her husband “ Joana replied with her face buried in the garlic she was chopping.“ Don't worry yourself too much, Uncle Simon, Sophia will be fine” Kelly assured and then returned her gaze to what she was doing. Immediately after Simon left, Joana inhaled deeply and turned to Kelly.“ I can't
Cluster Desires Chapter 93: A Christmas with Sad Moments
The feeling of betrayal sliced through Joana's heart as she sat with her head buried on the floor. This was her worst Christmas ever.Sophia is her cousin, best friend, and everything. Since childhood, they have been standing up for each other regardless of what the situation may be.It seems she has been distant from her little cousin even though Sophia had narrated some of the challenges she was facing in her marriage to her. Joana knows how fragile her cousin is. Sophia could take her life away simply because of Matthew's character. Perplexed, she took her phone to call Sophia but the phone was switched off. Yesterday, Joana could see how Sophia was panicking after Matthew called her.‘Did Matthew abuse her physically?’ she pondered within. Standing up, She hurried to the room to take her bath and leave for Sophia’s.Kelly was all loud, chuckling on the phone with someone when Joana got in. Her persistence over her crush suddenly paid off Joana guessed.Joana did not take muc
Cluster Desires Chapter 94: Consumed in Love
The love of the day and season was consumed by acute pain and sorrow. Despite Joana’s persistence for Sophia to give Matthew space, her efforts were fruitless. Sophia has made up her mind to condone Matthew's abuses even if they would claim her life.Gosh!In seeking a more profitable solution to curb the problem, Joana opted for help from a therapist but Sophia bluntly refused with reasons that she just needed a child to end the mess.Simon had called Joana to know if all was well with his daughter and in the end, Joana had sweetly lied and flattered Simon till he fell for her lies.Kelly however did not call and Joana was worried as hell. She was new in Atlanta and that alone haunted Joana. About 3: 12 pm that day in Sophia's place, Joana decided to give Kelly a call. Her phone rang but Kelly was not answering her call so she texted her instead. Shortly after the message was delivered, Kelly replied telling Joana she had met Anthonio and that she was at home with Uncle Simon
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Cluster Desires Chapter 184: The true Father of her child.
When Sophia got the news that Matthew was arrested some months ago, she almost felt light at the same time grieved.How time flies. It's been four months now and Sophia has not gotten over the pain of her shattered life.Up till now, Sophia still believed she was carrying Matthew’s child in her womb. Today, however, she would confirm the truth about the real father of the child she is carrying in her womb.While she sat in the hospital with Matthew’s toothbrush in her hand, a tear dropped from her eyes.Three months ago after Shawn and Joana wedded, they had not visited for once.Sophia didn't believe Shawn would buy her father such an elegant mansion in Cabbagetown. At least, she was grateful they didn't return to the slum.These days, Sophia could see the disappointment in her father's eyes each time she looked at him. Each time she woke up, the thought of Shawn always popped up in her mind and would be accompanied by a feeling of suicide.As she sat sobbing in silence in the h
Cluster Desires Chapter 183: The Day of Doom
The sun rose so early in the sky, painting the earth with its golden light.It was another hopeful morning for Matthew as he woke up looking more fulfilled.For one week now, Matthew has been throwing all forms of parties in his big mansion in LILI Hills.To Matthew, it almost seemed it was Sophia who was restricting his happiness but now that she’s gone, he allowed himself to drown in pleasure and excitement the most.From the day Matthew shared their s*x video with his friends and Derrick, he became more than a beast without any form of mercy.As the morning sun penetrated Matthew's eyes, he opened his eyes and rubbed them rashly.On the right and the left side of the bed were two ladies, stack naked.“ The heck! “ He exclaimed, glancing at the ladies. Yesterday was crazy and Matthew ended up having of s*x with different ladies. The two ladies who were by his side were the last set of ladies he had threesomes with.Just yesterday, Matthew received his deal from WACO. Although the
Cluster Desires Chapter 182: Wedding Night
Two days later, 8: 01 pm>>>>>The sky was fainted with hues of gold as sunlight had kissed the earth its final farewell.The air was filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and the stars shone like diamonds scattered all over the world, casting a celestial glow on the roofs of the cities.In the glowing glint of the chandelier in an elegant opulent mansion, stood Shawn and Joana gazing at each other in love.Silence engulfed the air, leaving only the whispers of promises from the newly joined wedded couples.The long-awaited wedding that everyone has been waiting for just ended some three hours ago. It wasn't easy for Shawn and his new bride to escape from the crowd who wanted one thing or the other from him.Nobles, CEOs of great organizations, Mayors, business partners, and other prominent individuals all graced the wedding and it was a narrow escape for Shawn to lurk out just to be alone with the woman he loves. Although the greatest vows had been taken at the altar earli
Cluster Desires Chapter 181: Spilling the Truth
That day, Sophia woke up and found herself in the hospital. “ Where am I? “ she faintly said. She turned her head to the right side of the bed and found Nanny Esung sitting on the single chair, resting her head on the bed..Lazily, Sophia narrowed her eyes around and discovered there was an intravenous cannula fixed to her hand so she could barely move.Taking a deep breath, she tried pulling herself up but suddenly interrupted Nanny’s rest.“ Sophia, you’re awake,” Nanny said in surprise. She touched Sophia's forehead and held her hands immediately. “ Nanny, Where are my Dad and Sister? How did I get in here? I can't remember a thing?” her weak lean eyes flickered.Sophia was quite loquacious and Nanny was confused about the first question to answer.“ Uhm, Sophia, your dad would be here soon, and Joana—” Nanny paused.“ And Joana? Where is she? I need her by my side” Sophia persisted and Nanny shut her eyes.“ I'm sorry, Sophia but Joana is getting ready for her wedding that is c
Cluster Desires Chapter 180: free but woeful
After Matthew successfully dragged Sophia from the drug room to the living room, Sophia was already giving up.The torture was too much for her to bear and she just wished she could die.“ Why are you doing this to me, I am carrying your child” She muttered half dead but was lucky it didn't get pierced into Matthew's ears.“ You have the nerve to open your legs for another man to pounce on you. Stupid crazy witch “ Matthew fumed.He managed not to lay a finger on her. She is leaving his life already. Kayla was calling after Matthew while she ran downstairs.Chasing Sophia away is like living out of his dream. The company was not doing well again but he still has a three-year deal with WACO that is worth billions of dollars. Getting to the living room Kayla could not find Matthew around. He probably may have dragged Sophia outside. “ What the heck is going on?” She said, hurrying outside. It was getting late already and Kayla could see Matthew drag Sophia fiercely outside the gate
Cluster Desires Chapter 179: A pang of despair
Matthew got to his first mansion at 5:06 pm. Without an idea that he was being followed.The money for Simon’s house, his father-in-law, which he sold out has just been credited to his account. However, as he disappeared inside the mansion, the white car that had been tailing him came to a halt at the front of his gateOne of the men took his phone and called Shawn immediately. “ Sir, we found his second hideout?” his voice struck on the phone. The man muttered a few more words on the phone and then took pictures of the mansion before they finally drove off.Back inside the mansion, Mrs Cooper peeped and saw Matthew had arrived so she dashed back to the kitchen to finish up with the food she was preparing.Mrs Cooper has been wondering where Matthew took Sophia to. She was shocked that Matthew came back to the house without Sophia by his side.While Mrs Cooper prepared dinner that evening, She kept thinking about Sophia. It's been days now and she couldn't find traces of Sop
Cluster Desires Chapter 178: Mood Swing
The atmosphere around Matty Cash Empire that noon was quite serene.Matthew had gone for a business meeting with his secretary. For now, the company has been struggling financially with many of their partners lost.Returning to the company at 3 pm, Matthew collapsed on his chair in the office. “ What a tough day” he sighed, wrapping his head around the outcome of the business meeting earlier. Convincing their once loyal partners to still do business with them was not an easy task. Matthew discovered that since he fired Kim as his assistant, the company's progress has slowly depreciated.Now, Matthew regrets trusting the company into the hands of the cruel espionage, Kim. He was sure Kim was still working with Drill.Days ago, he noticed some men parading around the company's vicinity but being too downcast, he had allowed them without interrogation.As Matthew sat trying to bring his mind back from the stress of the day, his new secretary walked in.“ What is it again, Evie?” Mat
Cluster Desires Chapter 177: Secret plot
At Sterling Group, Shawn was occupied with a pile of work in the office. Now he sees why Joana was offering to assist him In the company after they got married. It would be better if they worked in the company together. He can't be tired of having her around him anyway.As he sat, his phone rang and he immediately took the calls.“ Inspector, how is the case going? Any news?” His lovely baritone echoed on the phone.“ Yes sir! “ Replied the inspector. “ Oh really? Can I hear the reports?“ Shawn answered, taking a break from typing on the laptop. His hands have been running deftly on the keyboard for a while without taking a break.“ Yes, sir! “ Replied the inspector ” We found out that he is a drug trafficker who owns two mansions and he uses one for his illegal business. According to our investigation team, we also discovered he belonged to a dangerous group that is headed by Derrick DE Lord” the man explained on the phone. Shawn shut his eyes while trying to process all the
Cluster Desires Chapter 176: The Next Plan
Simon was seated with his head buried on the floor when Joana and Nanny suddenly walked in.“ Hey, Uncle. Don't tell me you are going insane all because of that crazy son-in-law of yours” She fumed and collapsed on the bed.Looking at Simon, he felt disappointed but more importantly, he looked woeful for letting his daughter marry Matthew. “ What happened Joana? Are they sending us out of the house?” He lifted his pale face to Joana and Nanny.With a nod, Joana replied, “ Yes” Nanny was already perplexed. She was worried about so many things, especially where to go. She was stranded when Matthew fired her a few months back and now, she is almost caught in between the deep blue sea with the devastating hurricanes and the devil's web.For a long time, Nanny had wanted to save a reasonable amount of money to start up a petty restaurant. But Suddenly, her husband became ill which drained all her lifetime savings. To make things worse, after spending such a huge amount of money, her h
