Henry's POVI was eager to see Samantha. Today she would come to my house after leaving the mall - finally, she would be mine! I had prepared a surprise for her at home, a very romantic evening.By late afternoon, I was already restless in the office and decided to grab a coffee and take a walk around the building to try to distract myself. I accidentally overheard Melissa arranging with Catherine to go to the mall to check out some dresses that Sam had mentioned when I was leaving my office.I immediately got excited about an idea. I went back to my desk and called the guys, all of them, one by one, because if one girl was going to the mall, I was sure all the others would go too.We arranged to meet there. We arrived early and stayed at the café near Samantha's store, where we could see the girls entering the mall. As soon as they arrived, we went to the store and watched them go into the fitting rooms, only then did we enter the store and sit down in front of the fitting rooms.Sama
Samantha's POVI definitely wasn't expecting that! Henry had just assured me he was mine, and then this girl shows up and throws herself at him. I recognized her - she was the same one who was all over him at the Social Club, but right then I wanted to scratch his eyes out and rip her chest off!We left the mall, and I called Manu, who said she'd love to have me over. Melissa dropped me off at her place, insisting I could stay with her and Catherine, but I chose to stay with Manu since Catherine already had enough problems, and I didn't want to pile mine on top of hers.I arrived and talked with Manu until late, and she advised me not to make things easy for Henry."Sam, you're too amazing to settle for anything less than an incredible guy, okay?" Manu said when she wished me good night. "It's good that you're off tomorrow. When I get back from work, we can do something together.""It's a deal, dear Manu!"The next day, I told my mom I'd preferred to go to Manu's house. She insisted on
Henry's POVI was going crazy with the cold shoulder Samantha was giving me. To make matters worse, Enzo called wanting to know what I'd done wrong because he ran into her at the mall and she told him we weren't together anymore. As if! I wasn't going to accept that so easily.At least she was going to work with Alexander, which would give me an advantage since I could see her when I visited his company. However, his and Patrick's situation wasn't any better than mine.Then there was that ridiculous lunch with the girls and Virginia's brother's friends - thank goodness Sam wasn't there. They were openly hitting on our women, and the girls were playing along with it.On Friday, we planned a game night at Patrick's place. I thought it would be great to meet up with the guys and chat a bit. Since meeting Sam, I'd lost interest in other women. She was all I could think about. Now, because of a misunderstanding, she'd sent me straight to hell. I was surprised when I arrived and saw Fred and
Henry's POVI was nervous, very nervous when I walked into my house with Samantha,. Women don't usually make me nervous, but Samantha is different. She makes me feel like a boy who doesn't know what to do and is desperate for attention."Your house is beautiful!" Samantha's eyes scanned the place after I turned on the lights."Thank you! I had prepared everything to have you over on Tuesday, but then you got mad at me." I gave her my best puppy dog face. "And today I haven't prepared anything special, but I really want you to listen to me and understand that what happened at the mall means nothing.""Explain it to me, Henry. Because I saw how familiar that little tramp was with you. She threw herself at you. She kissed you. And you let her.""I didn't let her. I was just stunned." I sighed in frustration. "Look, how about we have this conversation sitting down with a good wine? I'll explain everything you want to know."Samantha sized me up before agreeing. I left her sitting on the co
Samantha's POVAs much as I wanted to spend another night in Henry's arms, I couldn't. After spending Sunday at Patrick's house, I needed to go home and prepare for Monday. It would be my first day at my new job. Henry threw a tantrum like a child."If I'd known you weren't going to spend the night with me, I wouldn't have let you leave the bed this morning," Henry complained once again when he dropped me off at my door."And we wouldn't have spent such a pleasant day with our friends," I reminded him."Yeah, that was really nice! But being inside you is better than being with them."I laughed at his pouty behavior, but I also wanted to be with him again, in that intimacy. Our bodies understood each other so well, connected so perfectly, that it was impossible to deny we were made for each other.I said goodbye to Henry and went inside. My mother greeted me with a smile."Looks like the weekend was good," she analyzed me as usual."It was, Mom. I met some great friends and got myself a
Samantha's POVI had no idea where Henry was taking me, and he didn't give me any hints. But judging by the route he took, it had something to do with the beach. Paradise Port is a coastal city, and I love the beach and sunbathing, so when he told me to bring a bikini, I was more than excited.Henry kept the conversation light and played upbeat music. During our almost half-hour journey, he asked about my week and what I thought about my new job. He showed interest in my life, and that enchanted me.As we got closer to the sea, I was as excited and anxious as a child, and he noticed it, wearing a confident smile on his face. We drove along the waterfront, and Henry headed to the marina area, pulling into a private parking lot."Come, my goddess, I'm taking you to the sea!"Henry grabbed our bags and then took my hand, leading me to the end of the pier, stopping in front of an enormous yacht."I can't believe you rented a yacht, Henry," I said, amazed by the imposing vessel."Of course
Henry's POVMy weekend with my goddess was incredible. I was in pure ecstasy. We enjoyed the paradise-like scenery of the deserted island before us, spent lots of time swimming in the sea, and our bodies intertwined multiple times on every surface of that yacht. Damn! I already liked that yacht, but now it was my favorite place on Earth.On Sunday night, she slept at my place. I took the opportunity to give her the makeup case and the white bodysuit I had bought for her days ago. She loved them but warned me to stop buying her presents. I told her the bodysuit wasn't for her, it was for me - I wanted to take it off her.I dropped my goddess off at Miller's office, and she had this special glow about her - happy and full of life. I felt the same way. I hadn't felt this good in a long time. Being with Samantha had become the best part of my day.I arrived at the office in high spirits and energetic. I ran into my assistant in the elevator."Good morning, my beautiful assistant!" I kissed
Henry's POVAfter the hurricane that was my father's visit, I needed a few minutes to cool off. I called my mom to let her know he was in town, and she immediately told me she was going on a trip because she didn't want to see him. At lunchtime, she informed me she was going on a trip with a group of ladies to what she described as an amazing spa. I thought that was for the best - she had suffered enough already.Late in the afternoon, Enzo bounced into my office all excited. Melissa stood up to greet him, but of course, the kid couldn't help himself."Hey gorgeous, if I drown in your beauty, do I get mouth-to-mouth?" Enzo shot out, making both Melissa and me burst into laughter."Kid, you're impossible!" I said, wiping my eyes."Sweetie, I promise when you turn eighteen, I'll give you a chance." Melissa winked at him, and he dramatically placed both hands over his heart."I'll hold you to that, beautiful. You know, three years go by fast." Enzo sat down next to Melissa. "I heard you m
Samantha’s POVI saw Henry get out of bed, pick up the phone from the floor, and try to speak, but the call had already ended. He came to me and hugged me."Sam, what did you hear?" Henry asked softly."H-he, he laughed." I was trembling and crying."Who, Sam? Do you know who it was?""It was R-Romulus." I looked at him feeling panic tightening my throat."Sam, what did he say?" I noticed the concern in Henry's voice."Nothing. It was like always, the breathing, but then he laughed and I know his laugh. It's Romulus, Henry.""Calm down. I'm going to turn off your phone. Tomorrow I'll tell Flavian about this. Sam, I think we should change your number.""Yeah, you're right, that's better." I agreed, as I didn't want to hear from Romulus anymore."Good, I'll take care of it first thing tomorrow. Now, I'm going to put you to bed and make you some tea."Henry tucked me into bed, covered me, and gave me a kiss on the forehead. When he returned to the bedroom, he brought a tray with tea and b
Samantha’s POV"My goddess, I'm so glad you're here! I've been missing you like crazy," Henry said between kisses."I missed you too!" I nestled into his lap."How was your girls' night?""It was fantastic! We're planning to spend a weekend at Hebe's beach house.""We're going... just you girls or...?""All of us, handsome. I'm not spending the whole weekend away from you.""Hmm, I like that! So, are we getting married this weekend?""It's in a month, Henry.""Alright. But until then, how about we practice for the honeymoon?" Henry traced his nose along my neck. "I'm desperately missing losing myself in you.""Are you reading my mind?" He smiled."Come here, future wife. I'm taking you to bed." He helped me up and looked at Cinnamon. "Buddy, you're staying downstairs tonight." The dog looked at him as if he understood and let out a whimper. The scene made me laugh."I need to take a shower," I said when we reached the bedroom."Ah yes, a shower is an excellent idea." Henry sat me on th
Samantha’s POVThe weekend at my grandmother's house was more than perfect. I wasn't expecting Henry to propose, and he made the most beautiful proposal in the world. I confessed I was never the type of woman who dreamed about marriage, wedding dresses, and all those things, but now that I'm engaged, I was excited and eager."Oh my God, I'm engaged!" I said to myself in the closet, looking at the ring and band on my hand."Yes, Nightingale, we're engaged, and I want to set a date for our wedding." Henry hugged me from behind, making me lean back against his chest as he kissed the top of my head.I was so lost in my thoughts that I hadn't even noticed him coming in. He was ready for work, looking handsome in that charcoal suit that made his emerald green eyes stand out even more. I was so distracted that I was still in my robe."My handsome, how about a month from now?""Too far away," he complained, kissing my neck."I don't want to rush into things like what happened with Catherine. A
Hebe’s POVI would like to know what goes through my brother's mind, because sometimes Henry completely lost focus and went downhill. I gave precise instructions - one dog, just one small dog - then I came back from a wonderful trip and got my kids back with two dogs, and Clara's dog was almost as big as her. I felt like sending both the dogs and the kids back to his house.Of course, he had a ready-made speech when I called him furiously questioning the two dogs. The worst part is that he convinced me - he always did, ever since we were kids it was like that, I did everything he wanted. However, my kids were two little troublemakers and I knew it. They were two little rascals who manipulated their uncle however they wanted, and inevitably, I felt manipulated by extension, because after Henry gave in to their wishes, he made me give in to his own desire to please his niece and nephew.I had no choice but to take the little troublemakers back with two dogs. To my surprise, the small one
Henry’s POVI coordinated with Clara to keep Sam away from the backyard, keeping her busy with knitting alongside her and her grandmother. I asked Enzo to help with the plans I'd made with Pearl and Joaquin for Samantha's surprise. We would set up the dinner table in the backyard, which was full of flowers and beautifully maintained.The hours flew by, and we managed to get everything ready. Pearl told me that when Sam was a child, she used to play a lot in this backyard and always loved it here, so it was perfect for what I wanted to do.I talked with Elenice, since I was in her house, and she became emotional about what I wanted to do. She secretly called me to her room and gave me something very special to add to my surprise. Her gesture touched me deeply.That evening, dinner was served in the backyard. Elenice had two housekeepers who had put great effort into everything, and they were excellent cooks. We had dinner amid lively conversation and laughter. Then, before dessert, I pr
Henry’s POVAfter what happened at the mall with Enzo, I scheduled a meeting with my mother and Hebe. I needed to let them both know about the situation before traveling. Of course, Hebe was furious - she's a lioness mother, and after discovering Reynold's true colors, she didn't want him anywhere near the children.I took the opportunity to tell them about the surprise I was preparing for Samantha. I was anxious and worried. My mother and Hebe tried to calm me down, saying that Sam would love it.The rest of the week flew by, and early Saturday morning, we traveled to Sam's grandmother's house in the countryside, a bit far from our city. Samantha was excited and very animated. We arrived at her grandmother's house at lunchtime. Sam went in like a child, running through the house until she found her grandmother in the kitchen and wrapped her in a long hug."Grandmaaa!" Samantha was overjoyed."Sassy, my dear, I've missed you so much!" The petite lady with gentle eyes hugged Samantha."
Enzo’s POV"Sweetie, are you really going to spend the weekend away from me?" Luna was hugging my waist with a sad face."Baby doll, it's just one weekend. Besides, your parents are taking you to the farm. I'm just going to meet aunt Sam's grandmother and I'll be back quickly," I explained to Luna once again."Oh my god, you two are so mushy!" Ivy made a face at us."That's because we're in love, sis," Luna told her sister."Oh, sure!" Ivy smiled.We were at the mall waiting for aunt Sam and uncle Henry. I invited Luna to come with me since we wouldn't see each other over the weekend, and Ivy tagged along because she wanted to talk to aunt Sam."Ivy, what do you want to talk to aunt Sam about?" I was curious about that."I'm not telling you. I know your big mouth, Enzo!" As if I needed this - my Clara also pointing out my little flaws. "I haven't forgotten that you told my mom about Vincent.""In my defense, I didn't know it was a secret. Besides, your mom just asked if you had met any
Henry’s POVI was extremely stressed out. Samantha had gone through a horrible situation yesterday just because she left the security guard outside the store. Reynold had crossed the line, and I wasn't going to let that slide.I called Flavian, who suggested that Sam should file a complaint, but she was very shaken up, barely slept, and insisted on going to work, making me even more worried.I arrived at the office in a terrible mood. I needed to deal with this thorn in my side that was Reynold. Once again, he dared to lay hands on Samantha, but this wouldn't go unpunished.My thoughts were completely focused on Samantha, and I was already too stressed and worried. I grabbed my jacket and left the office.I reached the garage, and as I approached my car, I couldn't believe the nerve of the person waiting for me. She was wearing an extremely short and vulgar dress."Nicole, get off my car. I'm in a hurry," I said immediately, as I wasn't in the mood to hear anything from this wretched w
Samantha’s POVFor the past week, I was woken up every night in the middle of the night by my phone ringing, and when I answered, no one would say anything on the other end. The only thing I could hear was heavy breathing, as if the person on the other end was panting, and it left me distressed.This was getting on my nerves. I was anxious, nervous, and wasn't sleeping well. I already had horrible dark circles under my eyes and was exhausted."Sam... Sam!" Henry's voice snapped me out of my thoughts."Huh?! What is it, honey?" I sighed."Sam, you need to sleep." Henry was visibly upset. "We should change your phone number.""That's not necessary. This will stop." I didn't want to change the number I'd had for so long."Then start turning off your phone at night. If anyone needs to reach you, they can call me.""That's a good idea. I'll do that. But now, I need to get to work." I stood up as I spoke."Stay home today and rest. I'm sure Alexander won't mind.""Henry, I want to go to work