Ethan’s POVIt had been five months since I sent Chloe away. Five months of missing her, five months of lying to myself, pretending that I didn’t care, that everything was fine without her. But deep down, I knew the truth. I missed her. I missed her in a way that gnawed at me, in a way that left me hollow. Every day, I woke up hoping I was just dreaming—that somehow, she’d be standing there beside me, smiling at me the way she used to. But she wasn’t. She was gone.I sent her away. She did wrong yet I felt guilty that I had sent her away. I didn't find out if it was true before sending her away. I just wanted her gone. I was scared. No, I wasn't someone to be scared, never. But then when it came to her I was a different person. I walked into her room, my eyes scanning everywhere as I stepped in. It still had her Christian Dior fragrance. Yeah, the fragrance was quite powerful, and since no one came here or opened the door, it didn't go off. Her room was just the way she left it. Nea
Chloe’s POVI was busy attending to customers in the museum, trying my best to focus on the task at hand. It had been a hectic morning with visitors streaming in, and my mind had been all over the place all morning. I had just finished explaining the significance of an ancient artifact to some of the visitors when I caught sight of someone familiar.I froze for a moment, staring in surprise. It was the guy I had met on the plane a few weeks ago—the one who had been so casual with me. I hadn’t expected to see him again after that day at the airport as I had ignored him. But then, he had been coming to see me in the museum where I worked. He spotted me almost immediately and walked over, giving me a polite smile.“Need any help?” he asked, his voice calm and smooth like he always knew exactly what to say.“Oh, um, no, I’m fine. Thanks,” I said, trying to maintain my composure. But it was hard to ignore how his presence seemed to make everything feel just a little bit more complicated.
Ethan’s POVI left the office early hoping to work from home. I just didn't want to be involved with all the noises that go on in the office. My mind was already a noisy place and I didn't need them to add to what was going on in my head. There was no one in the living room when I got into the house hence I headed for my room. Matilda had moved to the room next to mine, I didn't allow her to move into Chloe’s room for only God knows what reason hence she decided to move into the one on the other side. I didn't mind. This time, I heard her talking as her door was slightly opened. But I wouldn't have cared if she didn't mention Chloe’s name. Hence I waited in front of her room and listened to her conversation with her friend. Every word that left her mouth took me by surprise. Damn it. Everything was done by Matilda? I was shocked. But then a part of me was not surprised because I kind of knew what Chloe could do. A part of me was sure that she didn't do that. She was a woman of pride
ETHAN. Suddenly, I flung my lids open and realized that I was in a strange room. It was more of an abandoned room. As though it was once a warehouse that had been abandoned. My eyes darted around, trying to find anything that would explain what was happening. Then two men walked into the room. They were both huge like bodyguards. I watched as they headed toward me. I was seated on the dusty and dirty floor, my suit all stained. I didn't care. I had many and losing one wouldn't affect me. But then these men looked tedious. “What is going on here?” I asked watching them as they walked closer to me. They both had mean expressions on their faces. Have I been kidnapped? I wondered staring at them. "Nothing except you need to die.” He stated. I chuckled. The statement he made was so random, it made me laugh. “What is funny?” He glared at me. I ran my hand in my hair. “Listen, I get it, you need money. How much do you want? Do you want my phone with me?” I asked, pinballing
ETHAN. The men who came in defended me. They did all of their best in fighting until the guys who wanted to attack me were defeated. I didn't know these guys. I didn't know who they were and I had never seen them in my life.They walked over to me after they were done defending me. “You will come with us now,” one of them said. Come with them? I didn't even know them. Moreover, they spoke to me with so much pride which I hated. “How could I trust you?” I asked. In a real sense, they had defended me and been on my side. If they wanted to harm me, they would have defended me from these men. “We are sorry that we appear as people you cannot trust but you really need to come with us. He needs to see you.” They were dressed in cooperate wear and looked responsible. Anyone would trust them except me. But then, I needed to go and see the one they spoke about. They drove me to a hospital. A VIP suite, no less. I tried to prepare myself for what was to come, but nothing could have prepared
My heart pounded crazily in my chest. Each second that passed only made my heart beat in my chest like crazy. This didn't seem like something I could survive. The guilt that rested upon me, didn't seem like something that I could survive. I had blamed Chloe a lot. I had made her suffer. Blamed her. She came and asked for forgiveness and then I told her to go and die. I told her death was going to make everything better. Entering the hospital, my heart pounded against my chest. I wasn’t sure if it was guilt, frustration, or just plain fear of what I was about to find. Chloe had disappeared, and the only place I could think to start was here. Her mother had been admitted to this hospital some time ago, and it was my only lead to locate her. The same mother that I had hated and blamed for everything. Goodness, how could she even forgive me now? I said a lot of harsh words against her mother. I moved quickly through the sterile white halls, the smell of antiseptic burning my nose. Whe
ETHAN. My mind had been all foggy. The thoughts intertwined and I have been thinking of a way out of this. With Grandpa, my new family, and the new found enemies. It had really been hard on me for the last couple of weeks already battling with sending Chloe off. And now, the truth is out. Chloe did nothing wrong. I sighed and then ran my hand in my hair. This seemed to be wrong. Everything looked tiring already and I hadn't even started. “What about the enemies, Grandfather?” I asked, my voice low but firm. “Do you really think it’s wise for me to step in now?”“Yes,” he replied, his tone leaving no room for doubt. “Now that they know you exist, there’s no use hiding. Facing them head-on is the best course of action. I’ve done what I could, but I couldn’t bring them down. It’s your fight now. Fighting for the family.”I nodded, feeling the weight of his words settle heavily on my chest. He gestured for me to follow, leading me to a room deep within the mansion. It was a space tha
ETHAN. A girl was naked in my new office, her legs crossed in front. She was already playing with her nipples, tweaking them in a sultry manner. I instantly got disgusted, everything about it was extremely annoying.Her cheap perfume had spread in the air. The smell was so sour, I could almost taste it. “What are you doing here?” I asked, my face the representation of what was going on in my mind. “Sir, I heard this is how you preferred to be welcomed. I am your new secretary.” She grabbed both of her boobs with one hand and pulled them together. I sighed, trying to keep my anger in check. Although it didn't seem like the right thing to do. I should kick her out of my office. My mind was still foggy with all the things that had happened. Now I met a naked girl in my new office? How worse could it get? “Get out!” I headed for the seat behind the desk she sat on. She ricocheted her head, inclining at an angle that showed; ‘Are you serious?’ But then I was very serious. How much
ETHAN. A girl was naked in my new office, her legs crossed in front. She was already playing with her nipples, tweaking them in a sultry manner. I instantly got disgusted, everything about it was extremely annoying.Her cheap perfume had spread in the air. The smell was so sour, I could almost taste it. “What are you doing here?” I asked, my face the representation of what was going on in my mind. “Sir, I heard this is how you preferred to be welcomed. I am your new secretary.” She grabbed both of her boobs with one hand and pulled them together. I sighed, trying to keep my anger in check. Although it didn't seem like the right thing to do. I should kick her out of my office. My mind was still foggy with all the things that had happened. Now I met a naked girl in my new office? How worse could it get? “Get out!” I headed for the seat behind the desk she sat on. She ricocheted her head, inclining at an angle that showed; ‘Are you serious?’ But then I was very serious. How much
ETHAN. My mind had been all foggy. The thoughts intertwined and I have been thinking of a way out of this. With Grandpa, my new family, and the new found enemies. It had really been hard on me for the last couple of weeks already battling with sending Chloe off. And now, the truth is out. Chloe did nothing wrong. I sighed and then ran my hand in my hair. This seemed to be wrong. Everything looked tiring already and I hadn't even started. “What about the enemies, Grandfather?” I asked, my voice low but firm. “Do you really think it’s wise for me to step in now?”“Yes,” he replied, his tone leaving no room for doubt. “Now that they know you exist, there’s no use hiding. Facing them head-on is the best course of action. I’ve done what I could, but I couldn’t bring them down. It’s your fight now. Fighting for the family.”I nodded, feeling the weight of his words settle heavily on my chest. He gestured for me to follow, leading me to a room deep within the mansion. It was a space tha
CHLOE. “Mom, we’re going to your home country, right?” My son, Eli, looked at me with his curious eyes, a hint of excitement in his voice. He had always been a bright boy, taking notes of things before I even spoke about them. “Yes, we are,” I replied, a small smile tugging at the corners of my lips. But I could see the concern flicker across his face. Like I said, my son was smart—he always knew when something was off.“Is something wrong, Mom?” he asked, his brows furrowing slightly.I shook my head quickly. “No, everything’s fine.” I didn’t want him to worry. Not now. There were things. People back in my home country that I was trying to avoid. However, now I had to put them on hold because of my father. He looked down at the suitcase in front of him, already packing his clothes. “Should I bring everything I have? Just in case?”“No,” I said softly. “We’re only taking a few things. We’ll be back here.” I tried to sound reassuring, but my heart felt heavy. I was working on some
ETHAN.I had to settle for a lesbian, Dane. Right now, we are more like brothers and sisters. She also has a girlfriend and she was the acting male in her relationship. It hasn't been easy with her too and she knows I couldn't fire her. She knew all about my secretary's problem hence she usually gave me attitude. Too many attitudes. Finally, I found where the error had been coming from. The two billion dollars that was missing in the company fund. I found where it came from and this made me shake my head. The little five thousand dollars. One thousand dollars which could be easily overlooked amounted to two billion dollars. I traced it back to an account which belonged to my uncle’s son. He hid this so well, how smart of him. The next second, I sent for Dane.“What do you need sir? I am on lunch break and I am speaking to the love of my life!” She said, her tone mixed with pride. Oh, Lord! “Dana, you are well aware I am your boss?” “Do you wish to unboss me, sir?” I could feel her
ETHAN.The call with the agent was longer than expected. I kept thinking about what he had said. He made me see reasons why it was better for us to do it that way for effective results. I didn't concur with most of the terms. After some while I dropped the call and told him to go on with whatever he had to do. It didn't sit right with me but it seemed I didn't have much choice at this point. I busied myself with the auditing I was supposed to attend to earlier before Lizzie came in. It hadn't been easy working two businesses as the boss. My company was easier since I was used to the system. Not Grandpa’s company. It had been so hard for me to settle and even find a secretary that wouldn't want to fuck meOn the second day, I confronted my cousin who had nothing to add to the company other than fraud“You’d better explain to me why you think you won’t get sacked for this, and while you’re at it, tell me why I shouldn’t have you thrown in jail,” I said, my tone cold and gaze almost scar
ETHAN. Smoking had quickly become one of my habits. It takes my mind off whatever I was thinking. The smoke penetrated my mind and soul each time. I always give it space though, in order not to ruin my lungs. Inviting girls over to twerk and shake their in my room was another habit I had taken up. Yet, I have never been able to have sex with them. None of them. Anytime I try to do it, have sex with them, it fails. My body fails me. I had never been able to sleep with them. It had been hard to get my mind off Chloe. Every time I tried to lay with them, I saw Chloe in the back of my mind and this instantly dropped whatever pleasure I was feeling. My dick always failed to stand erect again. It had been seven years yet it was still the same story. Chloe had been at the center of my heart all this while. The only woman I ever thought about. The one that made my heart beat all the time. I wished I had embraced her, going against all odds, and pulled her in. However, I chose to chase h
CHLOE. The judges had stunned expression on their faces when they saw me. They started to whisper words to each other and give me stares. I waited for them to stop whispering words to each other and attend to me. There were five chairs but three judges but only four judges were present. Two females and two males. The females smiled at me. “How far along are you?” one of them asked me. “Uhm, twenty-eight weeks,” I answered. She smiled and nodded. “Looks like it. Your belly is already very huge. Do you think you'd be able to cope with the stress of singing and training?” She asked. I nodded instantly, even before she finished speaking. “Yes, I can. There is nothing I can't do right now. Exercising is one of the things essential for my pregnancy journey.” I added. She didn't look like she believed what I had said. Her gaze dropped to the book in front of her. “I am not sure you would be able to. You are pregnant and you need to be well taken care of to avoid miscarriage.
ETHAN. A girl was naked in my new office, her legs crossed in front. She was already playing with her nipples, tweaking them in a sultry manner. I instantly got disgusted, everything about it was extremely annoying.Her cheap perfume had spread in the air. The smell was so sour, I could almost taste it. “What are you doing here?” I asked, my face the representation of what was going on in my mind. “Sir, I heard this is how you preferred to be welcomed. I am your new secretary.” She grabbed both of her boobs with one hand and pulled them together. I sighed, trying to keep my anger in check. Although it didn't seem like the right thing to do. I should kick her out of my office. My mind was still foggy with all the things that had happened. Now I met a naked girl in my new office? How worse could it get? “Get out!” I headed for the seat behind the desk she sat on. She ricocheted her head, inclining at an angle that showed; ‘Are you serious?’ But then I was very serious. How much
ETHAN. My mind had been all foggy. The thoughts intertwined and I have been thinking of a way out of this. With Grandpa, my new family, and the new found enemies. It had really been hard on me for the last couple of weeks already battling with sending Chloe off. And now, the truth is out. Chloe did nothing wrong. I sighed and then ran my hand in my hair. This seemed to be wrong. Everything looked tiring already and I hadn't even started. “What about the enemies, Grandfather?” I asked, my voice low but firm. “Do you really think it’s wise for me to step in now?”“Yes,” he replied, his tone leaving no room for doubt. “Now that they know you exist, there’s no use hiding. Facing them head-on is the best course of action. I’ve done what I could, but I couldn’t bring them down. It’s your fight now. Fighting for the family.”I nodded, feeling the weight of his words settle heavily on my chest. He gestured for me to follow, leading me to a room deep within the mansion. It was a space tha