Serena's POVTyler was in the bar drinking alone when I arrived. I stopped a few meters away from him and watched him drinking. He looked so problematic. The expression on his face is hurting me so much that I feel like I couldn't look him in the eyes tonight.I took a deep sigh. Seeing him drinking like this reminded me of the time he was drowning in pain and he couldn't do anything but accept the situation.He’s alone on the couch and his eyes are glued to the liquor he's drinking.He’s having a hard time and I can clearly see how the situation affected him to the point that he looked really stressed out knowing he was close to his late uncle.I was about to walk towards him when my phone beeped. I received a message from Damon. I squeezed my eyes closed after I read his message.Tyler wanted to take the fall so his children won't suffer.No! I won't let that happen. I will never allow it.I walked fast towards Ty
Serena's POVI couldn't push him away. I know this is wrong because Tyler and I are both committed to someone else but I couldn't push him away. Kissing him felt so wrong and yet so right.The gentleness. The warmth. The comfort. The sincerity. I can feel them all as he pulled my waist closer and deepened the kiss, making me feel even more captivated by the way his lips grazed mine.It's making me tremble. Oh how I wish I could make him stop but my mind isn't functioning well.His tongue explored the insides of my mouth like a diamond hunter seeking for treasure. It was breathtaking. It was nerve-wracking.I couldn't remember the last time we kissed like this, but I can remember the taste of his lips. It feels like the first time. Intense and uncontrollable.I was too weak to resist the temptation and I was only brought back to my senses when someone pulled me away from Tyler and punched his face.“Harry!” I screamed, real
Tyler's POVThe scandal is affecting the company so badly. I don’t know what to do anymore. The more I think about another way, the more I feel I’m gonna fail. This is harder than I expected. I even think this won’t end with me being in jail. It’s making me so stressed out and worried. I wanted this to end silently but I guess that won’t be possible.“Just sell the company, Tyler! Or better sell your shares. This is for the future of the company. They won’t stop until they completely ruin you and if this continues, the company will face its greatest downfall with you.”I clenched my jaws and looked at the shareholders. “I’m not gonna do either of that! I will not let go of this company! Never!”“You are being stubborn!”I swallowed hard. I must find a way. I need to clear my name and that’s the only way I can save myself, the company and my family. I won’t put my family in shame and danger. I will not allow it.“Tyler–”“This meeting is adjourned,” I said coldly.The shareholders didn
Tyler's POVI left all the paperwork and rushed back home only to find Catherine crying in the middle of the messy living room. She was trembling and even flinched in fear when I touched her, not realizing it was me.“N-No! No! P-Please don't hurt me…”“Cath…” I whispered her name painfully as I tried to reach her hand. “Cath, it’s me…”She gasped and looked at me. Her reddish eyes welled in tears once more as she recognized me. She cried harder after throwing herself in my arms, crying like there's no tomorrow.“Shh!” I enveloped my arms around her trembling body. I rested my chin on the top of her head as she hugged me so tight.Seeing her like that pains me and makes me feel more guilty. I shouldn't have left her alone. I shouldn't have avoided her. It’s my fault. Everything's my fault.Catherine fell asleep in my arms, so I immediately called a doctor and the police. It was said that the thugs were caught by the security when they saw what happened in the CCTV.“They forced the do
Serena's POVThe news about how Tyler managed to clean his uncle's name and save his reputation and company made me smile. I was watching the television when the news about it flashed on the screen and I couldn't help but send a message to him to congratulate him.As soon as I pressed the send button, Harry came out of the bedroom while caressing his messy hair.I got so nervous. I know we already talked about what happened in the bar but I think what I did would make him feel annoyed.He sat beside me and immediately wrapped his arm around my waist as he planted a soft kiss on my shoulder.“The bastard’s so lucky, huh,” he whispered, staring at the screen of the television.My forehead creased as I stared at him. I don't like his tone and the way he addresses Tyler made me irritated.I know I messed up and he’s probably still thinking about it but he can't just act like a total asshole.“Why are y
Tyler's POVI’m suspicious of Harry’s real identity now after receiving a report from my private investigator. I don't want to think ill of him because I can see that he really cares for Serena. But however I think of it, I still can’t stop myself from seeing him today.I wanted to make sure that he will keep Serena safe. I’m doing this because she's the mother of my daughter.“Yeah. I’ll be waiting here then.”Clenching my jaws, I drank my shot. He was talking to Serena over the phone. He was in the men’s room earlier when Serena called. Thinking it was urgent, I answered the call.“Hm? We will talk about that later, babe. We’ll go home together.”I swallowed hard and I admit that I felt a pinch in my heart while he's talking sweetly with her. He seemed to be enjoying their conversation, which took more than five minutes.I wanted to punch him because of the darn jealousy I’m feeling but I know I don't have the right to do that. He’s her lover. Of course they'd talk like that.“Hm-hm
Serena's POVHarry sighed and pulled me closer to him. He planted a soft kiss on my temple and caressed my arm.“I know this is too sudden, but I’ll give you a week to think about it, Serena. I really want to spend the rest of my life with you.”I don't know. Yes, I love Harry but I couldn't find myself to say yes quickly to this marriage. I have already failed in my first marriage and I admit I’m still scared to get married again. I don't wanna experience the same pain and loneliness I’ve felt with Tyler.I married Tyler out of responsibility. All because he got me pregnant and now, Harry's reason to marry me is because he loves me and still I’m hesitant.It was one weekend when I met with Selena. She said yes when I asked her out and she immediately felt my inner battle.“Come on, Serena. Tell me what's bothering you.”I looked at her while playing with my fingers. We're in a coffee sh
Serena's POVI drove to Harry's house and caught him sitting on the couch in the living area, strumming a guitar.My lips parted, realizing he knows how to play guitar too. His fingers were so skilled as he strummed the strings smoothly, not even showing a single mistake.I was watching him playing the guitar when his face changed and it became Tyler's face.I took a rugged breath and that's when Harry noticed me. He looked shocked seeing me today. I can say he wasn't expecting me to come today since I couldn't answer his proposal and he gave me a week.“Serena…” He dropped the guitar on the coffee table and walked towards me.I met him half way and kissed him aggressively, pushing him back to sit on the couch.I’ve got my answer. I don't need to think about it anymore. After seeing Catherine and Tyler happy together, I think I deserve to be happy too and Harry could give me that happiness. I will not let this