FIVE YEARS LATER ... VICTORIA'S POV ... "Mama! Papa is not here?!" Vanessa, my three-year-old daughter came running to me. Her lips were pouty and her cheeks puffed. She came to me and hid her face in my chest, sobbing. "Pa..pa is not h..ere." She sobbed and I mentally rolled my eyes, caressing her little back. Well, Vanessa is her father's spoiled princess and that wouldn't be a bragging. She is obsessed with her father and Aless is the same way to her. Every morning, she would wake up with Papa's voice and would go to sleep with her father beside her. Sometimes Leo would shake his head and shrug at me, seeing their obsession. It's not that Aless does not love Leo. He loves his both children equally. It's just daughters steal all the attention from their fathers. Maybe, it's the universal truth and I can connect with the exact situation. My relationship with my father is still the same. For him, I am his little Victoria even after being the mother of two children. "Where did P
Hello, dear readers, first of all, I thank you for reading the book and give it so much love. I also intend to continue 'Devonte' series, however I'm going through sole block writing the story so I've taken a break from it. So, those who wanted to continue next please kindly wait till I start updating. And for my other story 'Down the memory lane: marry me again, dear wife' is completed. Please, do give it a try. Also, 'tempted by her forbidden Alpha' and 'disguised bride of the ruthless duke' they are also completed stories, please do give it a try. Thank you... *********** INTRODUCTION: Greetings, Mr. Husband (story title) Simple and hard-working, Maeve Lily, encountered an accident while returning home from the hard day of work. The injured one was a handsome young man. At first, she was amazed by his gorgeousness and in the next second she was annoyed when he deliberately accused her of his injuries and lost memory. Worst, he demanded to sue her. She was scared and did
'So, you think, Earning the top position whilst belonging to lower status is a pure talent and not oiling the upper class? Miss Maeve, I am afraid you are in the wrong career choice.' Those words from my manager kept roaming in my head. Tears of penance rolled off my cheeks, as I sniffled before wiping away harshly. All I wanted was to be the top crime reporter and lead a team of my own. A decent job, using my talent. But in this world, only those who can butter up and make connections can climb up the stairs. While people like me remained in the backseat, suffering and burdened with responsibilities. Sigh... Where did I make the mistake exactly? worked harder in the project than others. Be on time and flexible. But when the time came for promotion, my next bench colleague got it. Why? Only because she had some connection with the upper committee? I slammed on the steering wheel, enraged, trying to vent my anger. Danm these people!I drove the car, taking the beachside road. It's
I couldn't help but think I was in delusion. This man did not just ask me to remove my clothes, did he? I stared back at his droopy eyelids as if he sensed the wrongness in my gaze, he lifted his eyes, frowning again. "Wh-at are y-ou st-aring at?" (What are you staring at?) His situation could not suppress his domineering attitude at all. How dare he?! He asked me to take off my clothes first and now showing me attitude. This man! I swear, my day is hella annoying! Clearing my throat, I hold his gaze, "Mr, I understand I bumped you with my car, but that was just an accident! H-ow could you ask a stranger to remove her clothes like this? Th-that's..." I was so mad that my words even clustered. The man hissed at me, "You th-ink too m-uch of your-self..." He lowered his eyes and gestured at the black see-through shirt I was wearing as a cover. "Take th-at off... ti-ie it a-ound my leg." (Take that off, tie it around my leg.) I was caught off guard at first but soon the wave of his w
HANDSOME STRANGER... "Sir, may I at least know your name ....." Her words were rolling into my ear, ringing in my head. She asked this for the second time, talking to me, yet I chose not to reply. What would I do? I have no memory of my life. Since I have opened my eyes to the shore, I had no clue about my circumstances or the area. The only thing I was aware of was my brutal injuries. Somehow crossing the beachside road, I bumped into her car. She could have left me there without a shred of evidence, yet she did not and chose to take responsibility. And I am taking full advantage of her kindness, somehow blaming my situation on her. I have no identity at the moment, but a beautiful passerby helping me out. "Mr. I am talking ....."Her voice echoed in my head again till I heard, "Is everything alright here with the patient?" Seems the doctor who treated me. Probably, doing a routine check. When I did not answer, he asked her how her boyfriend was doing. And she denied it immedia
MAEVE LILY... 'Help me with my trousers.' I stared at him and I remained that way, speechless. Did he just ask me to open his trousers? I, a random stranger? No, probably, I am thinking too much... "What are you thinking again?" His frowned words broke my little hope when he urged me for the second time, "Just do it." "I?" Pointing my index finger toward me, I arched a brow at his danmed request. "You want me to remove your trousers?" He looked around, "I don't see anyone else but you, so Yes." "I... How could I?" "What?" His brows furrowed again, "You don't wanna take responsibility for your deeds?" "I ...." Once again, I was left dumbfounded by the stranger. At this rate, I have a feeling to kick his ars and send him to the same place from where I have picked him up! Why the fuck even I decided to help him!? Always turning the arrow toward me! Clenching my teeth, I tried to hold my anger. "Fine..." I went close to him, as he raised his hands a little. His well-built and
HANDSOME STRANGER... Watching my junior, standing proudly was the hardest thing till now. That bloody woman! What does she think, losing my memory means losing manly abilities too? Or did she just take revenge? Otherwise, she was simply a fool! First, she acted too innocent as if she had no idea how things work between men and women, and then went on her knees right in front of me with her innocent beauty and sinful lips, pulling my trousers! Then crushing those butter balls on my chest, and expecting me to not grow on her? What does she think of me? A Saint? Thanks to that nurse, or else I would have died with her torturous actions. Sigh... That woman was playing with my self-control. Hopefully, I did not make a mistake by keeping her here. Taking my time to calm down, I cleaned myself and waited for some time before hopping outside. As soon as I stepped out, I watched her staring at some things. Sharply noticing, I realised those things were mine. She was somewhat engrossed i
MAEVE LILY... I walked into the office in a lousy mood. First, my promotion was declined because of some stupid reason and then the handsome but annoying stranger holding a knife on my neck took his so-called responsibility. I am just torn between everything! My phone beeped with a text message. I opened it only to murmur a repeated course of curses. How did I forget my sperm donor? The sole reason for my suffering! 'How dare you ignore my calls?' Even in the message I could feel his snorts. Another one beeped almost immediately, 'Lily! Pick up my call! I swear, I...' I ignored him, not bothering to read further, only to receive his call. If you check my call list, every other call belongs to him. And as usual, I omitted it. I Don't want to ruin my mood earlier this morning. Shoving the phone in the pants pocket, I walked toward my desk. The same old one I was hoping to leave this once. My eyes reluctantly went to the desk beside me. Well, Miss Anna Maria is not here. Of cours
Hello dear readers, I know I am always late to update chapters here. I apologise for that. Lately some of you were very upset about me leaving this story unfinished. I never intended to abandon it completely. I was trying to work on it and struggling honestly. However, I will return with it as soon as I am stable enough to continue. And for my other story 'Down the memory lane: marry me again, dear wife' is completed. Please, do give it a try. Also, 'tempted by her forbidden Alpha' and 'disguised bride of the ruthless duke' they are also completed stories, please do give it a try. Thank you...
LILY... "He has been stabbed over 15 times. The killer might hate him so much. His neighbour felt something was wrong and went to check. Sigh... The poor woman must be in trauma after the scene." Max said. "Umm... Anything else?" I asked, Sitting in the opposite of his desk. "I mean, who could be the killer? Any hint?" Max shook his head. "Not yet." He looked around before lowering his tone, "And you must not be too curious about this matter. He was involved in the politician murder case and now this happened. It's dangerous, Lily." Closing my notebook, I chuckled. "Are you seeing me after danger the first time?" He sighed, narrowing his eyes, "Better my name is not connected to this case. Inspector Brian was my senior and this is morally a crime for me to share any inside news with you. But..." He let out a helpless huff. "What could I do? You're a friend I couldn't deny." "You're an amazing friend both personally and professionally." I stood up. "I'll leave now." "Hmm, don't
LILY... I yawned, stretching my hands and fluttered my eyes open. The narrow ray of light was entering through the little window of my room. I smiled. It's a good and very free morning of my life. I couldn't help the grin broke on my lips... So refreshing to think that I kicked out a huge toxicity of my life! Sooo Good! Fluttering my eyes again, I looked at the small window. But, why does it feel so close this morning? I mean, sleeping on the couch, this window is a bit away from me, isn't it? Or, was I wrong? As if to answer my question, something firm wrapped around my waist, making me confused as well as alert... "Good Morning..." A deep husky tone muttered beside my ear. Fuck! I immediately jumped out of bed only to fall on my butt "AaGh!" I cried out and looked at the intruder only to gasp in agony, "Leo!" His bluish-green gaze was on me, frowning. "What stunt are you playing this morning?" He asked in a groggy voice, turning me dumbfounded. "I am playing!?" I barked at h
LEO... I woke up in the late afternoon. Couldn't sleep the entire night thinking about the ridiculous shit I did in the club. I fucking kissed her! Her soft lips felt like cotton candy, and her soft berry scent was delicious... Since the day I met her, I wanted to kiss her and finally, I did, but... Now I want more even though it happened at a crucial moment, I couldn't stop thinking the feeling of her! That woman was insanely climbing all over my thoughts! After that kissing incident, I kept myself shut to not do something more crazy. Though I don't know how long I could maintain this peace. Every time I think of her, my imagination runs wild and the effect is clear under my trousers! Sigh... Sitting on the bed, I looked around. Lily was nowhere to be seen. Wait... Where is she? It's Sunday today and she's still out for work? Such a pathetic life of a reporter! That woman really does not care about her safety, does she? What if she faces sort of the same troubles? I'm not beside
LILY... Not even three days passed and on the fourth day, I was standing right in front of the hell. I swore to not appear here after that insult but here I am, again I am here because Mom called me this morning. At the age of Fifteen, I left this mansion. It's been over nine years since she called me. I know I shouldn't after that night but I couldn't deny her because of the promise I made to Theo. If it wasn't for Grandma, I wouldn't bother to show up here ever. Taking a deep breath I stepped inside. Surprisingly, no one stopped me and I went to the hall. Alyssa, Ruby and Dad were Sitting there. The environment was gloomy. Something definitely happened here. "You called me?" I directly asked Ruby. For some reason, my usual fear wasn't working anymore. Probably because Grandma's safety was managed. She looked up at me. Her cold eyes were sending chills at my way. Beside her, Alyssa was leaning on her shoulder with her bloodshot eyes. "How dare you get in here!?" She roared at m
LILY... Lord! I messed up! What to do now!? It's not my first time doing such a thing, yet I am frozen here. And before I realised, I was pulled back hastily as Leo covered the crack. "W-we need to leave," I muttered before opening the storeroom door to leave but paused at the sight of those men. Shit! They smelled us here! Immediately closing the door, I backed up. Hope they don't enter here. "What the fuck!? Are you always this clumsy!?" Leo hissed. "Who gave you the access to become a crime reporter!?" I was already annoyed and his taunts were worsening it. However, my annoyance died inside when footsteps neared the store room. Shadows of suspicious footsteps were just outside the door. I backed away, hitting my back at Leo's chest. I could feel his rigid figure. The knob of the door twisted and my heartbeat stopped for a moment. Suddenly, Leo grabbed me by the waist, pushing me on something hard and his lips followed mine next, stiffing me on the place. In the next second th
LILY... Sigh... I stood helplessly in the phone booth, begging that annoyed specimen to bring my phone. Could my day be any worse than this? "Please, Leo. I need my phone now." I pleaded again. "You're asking a sick man, who is almost bedded because of you, to bring your phone to you because You're careless? Hmm, interesting..." His reply came from the other side. "What if I decline?" "No, please! I beg you! I need my phone, Leo. It's important, please!" I said, defeated. No more stingy with my pleas. "Ah, I don't want to... But, I guess, I will consider you this time only..." He paused and I was eager, "Only what?" I urged impatiently. "Only if you make breakfast for me every morning and don't nag me sleeping on your bed." "....." I could definitely feel a smirk on his face even on the phone. This fucking arshole! "Leo, don't you think it's too much?" I gritted my teeth. "Is it?" He asked as if there was no one innocent than him! "Alright then, help yourself." "No, wait!" I
LILY... Rushing out for evidence at any hour was a part of my job. I accepted it as a part of my life because once I dreamt of becoming a crime reporter, I knew every day would be a new challenge for me. When Grandma used to live with me, she used to nag always for my safety and I used to kiss her cheeks and rush out with a smile. Since she was admitted to the hospital, no one did her part for me. Tonight was the same or it could be, if Leo didn't show concern for me before I left the house. Though I was indifferent at that moment my heart convulsed with a warm feeling I had never tasted for more than a year. He was a stranger who somewhat forced into my life. A bit annoying but harmless. As a woman, staying with him under the same roof didn't give me insecurity. Though I would never admit this in front of him, I could not deny the fact either. I don't know who he is, where he came from or what happened to him. But Leo is a gentleman. A woman's instinct could never fail when it's
LEO... Is it even a time to go out? Didn't she remember what happened this evening? Fuck! I scratched my neck, feeling disturbed. Kept watching time again and again. It's almost Midnight and that woman is out of home! Does she even care for her security for once? I am stressed! More because I am worried about her when I shouldn't be! I mean, she is practically a stranger, but still, I am drawn to her. What happened this evening was proof. I have no memory, no particular known situation nor I am aware of my skills. I should have stayed away from those men and the most I could do was run away with her when she proposed. But, I didn't. My blood boiled when I saw the fear and helplessness in her eyes. It felt like I could rip the world apart who dared to hurt her. Those hazel eyes were pleading for salvation. In that moment something stirred in me and I wanted to keep her safe. I don't know if those guys were her enemy or some random teasers. Whoever they were, they shouldn't cross m