EMILY'S POV “I'm done with you, Emily. I never knew you could stoop so low. Bringing a bastard child into my home to claim it's mine?" I felt air suck out of my lungs when my husband, Liam, uttered those words with rage in his eyes. Tears streamed down my cheeks as I held on to the front of my dress. My baby bump couldn't let me stand well but what broke me more was the look Liam gave me. It was filled with disgust and hatred, which made me doubt whatever I was going to say was going to change a thing. "Liam, please, this is our child..." I began but my voice faltered when a slap suddenly landed on my cheek. My gaze became blurry as more tears threatened to escape my eyes. It stung but the person who slapped me was none other than my fake sister. She was the princess while I was nothing but her shadow. “How could you lie to my face?" My sister yelled in front of me with pure hatred in his eyes. She cleaned her hand with a handkerchief as if I were a rag before stomping the handker
EMILY'S POV My heart kept pounding hard as I made my way to the car while Liam's bodyguard got into the driver's seat. “Take me back to the penthouse," I said with bloodshot eyes as soon as I locked the car door. I took a long deep breath, trying to tame the anger that threatened to burst any second. There were three knocks on the car window before I finally heard Liam's voice. “Emily, tell me what is wrong," Liam asked, but I didn't bother to look at him. I was pissed to see him with my sister again after everything he has done. I don't even know how my sister got to know I was in the hospital. I want to leave this place right now. “Won't you get this car out of here right now?" I said to the bodyguard with my voice octave at peak. He stepped on the pedal and drove out of the parking lot at the speed of light. I watched Liam stand in the parking lot through the mirror, but I didn't bother to have any ounce of regret for him. I remember sharing the good news with him in my pas
EMILY'S POVMaybe I heard wrong because Liam suddenly stepped back only to sit on our matrimonial bed. He crossed his long legs over another and undid the tie around his neck.“What do you mean Liam? Why a month?" I asked with uncertainty. The chandelier cast its soft glow on Liam, and he appeared even more attractive.“Just like you said" Liam began and undid the next two buttons of his shirt. His taut muscles caught my eyes and butterflies seemed to flap their wings in my stomach.This was one of the reasons women wished to bow their feet at Liam's feet. He is just too perfect and too handsome and I wasn't an exception to not get affected by his charm.Liam's next words seemed to bring me out of my world, and I shot a glare at him.“We were both forced into this marriage, Emily, and I won't stop you from leaving." Liam declared with confidence.Good. Liam wasn't going to deny the claim about my sister which is fine. I was right all along.“Then why after a month?" I asked without a
LIAM'S POVI rested my back against the Porsche while I occasionally glanced through my wristwatch. It's already past 6 P.M. but Emily hasn't come out since I stood outside. It's unlike Emily to get this late at dressing up because she has always been quick.Everything about Emily today has been full of surprises and it makes me wonder if she somehow hit her head against the hard floor during the car accident.I wasn't even sure if this was Emily's way of paying me back after the fruitless marriage of two years we both had or because of the loveless marriage.She even accused me of cheating with her sister which was something I couldn't deny because Aysel has been trying everything possible to make me send me green signals.I will do anything for Emily but not divorce. Divorce is never an option and not having sex with Emily...No, I won't call it sex. Making love to Emily is something I will never get tired of. Sex with Emily has always been amazing and it took me a great effort not
EMILY'S POV The time seemed to stop the moment Liam crashed his lips over mine. Maybe I was hallucinating but I wasn't sure either if this was an illusion. Though it felt so real. His mint smell enveloped me, throwing me into a whirlwind of emotions while my heart pounded loudly against my ribcage. Goosebumps spread across my exposed skin, and I shivered against his tall frame. His free hand rested on my waist and I felt so small, so powerless and fragile against Liam's chest. Liam would never kiss me. He never did except when we were having sex, but what changed? I shook the stupid thought that filled my head, almost making my head fuzzy away. I pressed my hand on his chest, trying to push him away but Liam didn't bulge. Who am I kidding? Liam has spent most of his leisure time in the gym. There was nothing he was not good at, even the kissing part. My hormones took charge, and I moaned into the kiss like molten magma. The sound that escaped my lips scared me because Liam sudd
EMILY'S POVLiam walked away, leaving me and his father outside. I didn't try to stop him because I knew Liam and his father were like a cat and rat. They aren't on good terms and sometimes, I do blame myself and think maybe it was because his father forced us to be together.I was still angry that Liam kissed me right in front of everyone. I know this was part of the rules in the contract I signed in my past life.We are supposed to act like a real couple whenever we are outside but the moment we stepped into the car or got home, everything changed. I wouldn't hesitate to trample on Liam today, humiliating him was part of my plan of coming here.“Liam is still as cold as ever but I am glad he is warm to you. He can be difficult sometimes, but try to understand him," Liam's father assured me in a warm tone. I wished I could tell him things weren't like what he thought because Liam was in love with my sister, not me. “Thank you, Father. I know you will become close friends at some po
“Woah. I guess everyone could see that. Mrs. Nolan and Aysel are wearing the same dress." The MC spoke into the microphone.I smiled at Aysel who managed to smile back at me. She must be weeping inside now because I remembered how she boasted about how much the dress cost in my past life.She had blabbered that they were just two copies of it and she was probably the first one to get it which was why I begged Chelsea to get the same dress.It was worth the trouble after all, I want to see if her ego has been crushed now. This is just the beginning of Aysel's misery.“This is the definition of a happy family. This is what we call true love between two sisters." The MC continued while the people clapped their hands with a smile on their faces.Aysel walked towards me and pulled me in for a hug. I hugged her back, returning the gesture.“You surprised me, Emily. You should have let me know you will be getting the same dress." Aysel said with gritted teeth. Her voice was barely above a wh
The party was already coming to an end after Laura and my father gave their last speech. The people were already starting to disperse. I took my purse with me and left the hall because of the sudden need to empty my bladder. The space was empty when I got inside. I stepped inside one of the stalls and got my thing done. I was ready to step out of the stall when the door was pushed open, followed by echoing footsteps. “Did you see the way Aysel danced with Liam Nolan? Do you think they have things going on between them?" I pressed my ear against the door frame to listen to their conversation better. “I wouldn't be surprised if the two are dating. Have you forgotten the way Aysel was when she heard about Emily getting married to Liam? She nearly killed herself." My jaw dropped when I heard what the girl said and I shook my head in disbelief. My lips trembled when I listened to more of their conversation. I recognize the voice. It was none other than Aysel's friends. I recognize t
The car door was pulled open, and Georgia pulled me in for a hug before I finally got inside the car. Mrs Jones already shared a few words with me before I finally decided to leave. Liam made it mandatory that we leave early in the morning after Thierry brought along my suitcase. I bid everyone bye before Liam finally joined me in the back seat. Andrew didn't come out and I guess he must be embarrassed because of the fatal blow Liam gave him.There was silence in the car until we got to the airport. As usual, we had to drive the private jet back to Los Angeles. I slept soundly and only woke up when we got to Los Angeles. It was already past 6 o'clock when we onboarded. You2025-01-30 do”Liam!” I heard that familiar voice say the moment she saw Liam. I can't believe you travelled without informing me of your love” she whimpered like a kid.Aysel’s mouth opened agape when he saw me dragging my suitcase. I will tell a taxi driver my address and I hope the house wasn't jam-packed with t
EMILY'S POVThe feel of the water against my skin was almost freezing me and I wanted to scream, but before I could make a sound, Liam's hands were over my mouth, silencing me.I would recognise even in the darkness, and today, his large hand and the way he grabbed my waist gave him away. No strange man would handle me like that.Liam pressed his lower body against my back, holding me close as we sank beneath the surface of the water."Be patient, Emily," he whispered in my ear, his breath sending shivers down my spine. "Just relax," he said and an electric shock coursed through me.I tried to calm down, but it was hard with Liam's body pressed against mine like a second flesh. We were almost cuddling in the pool, and I could feel my heart racing with fear.Fear that people will see us and Liam will make the moment his.. that is his plan.“I’m not going to fuck you inside the water Emily. I will do that to you in a more convenient way and it will be memorable.” Liam said and I swallow
It was already past 4:30p.m. when Georgia finally came to drag me to her room. She didn't forget the party and she was adamant in bringing me along.Chelsea called me twice and told me Xavier actually asked about me while she told him I went on a business trip.Vincent sent me a text which I replied almost immediately because I was online when he texted me.“Somehow, I miss your presence and I felt like coming over. Tell me, do you want me to take you away from him.” I read Liam's text and smiled before sending my reply to him.It's been more than 2 hours but he refused to reply.“Emily, are you not going to sit?” Georgia asked and I shook my head. Good that he called me, I would have been lost in my thoughts.I stood in Georgia's room, feeling a bit awkward as I scanned her wardrobe. Georgia was rummaging through her clothes, trying to help me pick out a dress for the party, and I remember Chelsea was actually good at doing these two.She has helped me out countless times when I was
LIAM'S POVMy hand didn't stop itching even as we were descending the stairs to meet Mrs Jones and finalise the contract. I know Emily wasn't aware of me watching her but she was right when he said I already undressed her.When I got the dress, I didn't bother to check if I had to leave the room because I received a call from Rylan. He was already asking me to come back to Los Angeles because it seemed someone was actually watching him, and it had been going on for two days straight.But here I am staring at the back of a woman who would do anything to get on my nerves. I averted my gaze away from her when I saw Mrs Jones sitting in the dining room with papers in her hand while Andrew sat close beside her.His expression changed when he saw Emily and I know that look. He thought he could hide it, but I could see through his innermost desire. That lust in his eyes didn't disappear for one bit.“Good morning, Ma’am”, I greeted Mrs Jones first and sat down on the seat opposite to her whi
”Relax, that is the package” I heard Liam's voice and my feet remained glued to the floor as if I was in a trance state.”How are you so sure?” I asked Liam and my voice almost faltered. I erased Liam's presence in the room and focused on his head because the room suddenly became too stuffy for me to breathe in.His reply came almost immediately as he walked towards me.”Don't come closer!” I screamed in my head but I couldn't say it aloud. ”No one can disturb us until 8 Emily. Open the fucking door for the maid,” He said, and this time, I decided to look at his face, and I regretted ever looking at him.”You should get your head checked up.” I snapped and bit the inside of my cheek. ”You are acting as if you owned this place when all they did was help us out.” “Deep down, I know you are happy to see me,” Liam said out of the blue, and I wish I could wipe that smirk off his face.”Don't forget to get the package, Liam.” I said and disappeared inside the room. Forgetting everything
My eyes closed obeying my inner thoughts. And it was that perfect moment; Liam's lips touched my neck like a feather kiss. I tried to push him away with my front body, but instead, my chest collided with Liam's chest, and I heard him groan.The great fucking Liam Nolan just groan while his lips sucked that sweet spot of my neck. I felt an electric shock coursing through me. I knew he would stop if he realised what he had just done.Maybe Liam heard me because the next second, he moved his lips away from my neck and got down from the bed. I lifted my body off the bed with my Palms resting on the bed.I was also short of words not knowing what to say. It's not as if I don't know what to say but the truth is I don't know how I am going to do it when his expression is screaming guilty.“I will leave Emily “, Liam said and took one last look at me before jumping down the window of the room. I had to move towards the window to see if he actually got down safely.Silly me!He can just hurt h
”Do you seriously think I will accept that from you?” I asked, getting a bit frustrated. ”Ridiculing me, only to tell me that you forgive me?” I further asked, and a playful smile graced my lips like a fucking cond skin, and Liam's expression only hardened more as he gritted his teeth together.He will have to learn the word ‘patient’ and also work towards it if he wants to have a healthy conversation. At least he already knew that I would never back down from a discussion.”For what? Because I actually give a man another chance to love me. Things can't keep going the way you want them to be, Liam. I don't and will never consider you.” I made my point clear, but Liam's expression remained unfazed as if he didn't believe me.I think he is taking my words for granted and I don't like that. Liam looking at me like the same Emily from the past actually irked me.”You can't place a bet like that”, He said casually as he rested his back on the bed, his leg raised up as if he owned the fucki
Knock!And my heart nearly jumped out of my chest when I heard another knock. My eyes widened as I walked briskly towards Liam and dragged him by the collar of his shirt.His face was marred with amusement but it disappeared as if it wasn't just there a minute ago.Maybe I was actually hallucinating right now because how in the world did I manage to drag Liam across the room.“See Liam. Let's forget about the games you played in front of everyone while we were eating.” I said, the words rushed out of my lips. ”Georgia is at the door right now, you will have to do as I say.” I said, my hand not leaving his collar, nor did I miss the way his eyes raked my body.Another knock came, and I lost my cool. I opened the wardrobe and pushed Liam in without batting an eyelid. I was expecting him to have a look of shock, but instead, he was actually looking at me as if he could read through me. It was as if he got my plan that I was actually trying to pay him back the same way I had to hide in th
Georgia unlocked the door of the room as if to distract herself. She just asked me a question, and truth be told, I'm debating in my mind about how to reply her.“Why did you think he had fallen for me? I don't think he has a heart to the extent of falling in love with someone like me” I replied, trying not to disclose my past relationship to her. She was the same girl who visited Liam all in the name of having sex. “Come on, Emily,” She said, giving me a light tap on the shoulder before pressing the switch and the light from the bulb brightened the room, swallowing every darkness present.”Did you know how many women were dying just to be in the same space as Liam?” Georgia asked and I had to flash back. I was once like that too.”We all know he is a very handsome man and a successful man at that. He is every woman's dream.” She made that mental note, and I want to agree with her, but I am actually a successful woman. Though Liam wouldn't be aware right now I knew he already had a d