“Darling, you look extraordinarily handsome tonight. I get jealous seeing them stare at you like you're a piece of delicious candy to be licked.”
Miley stopped Anthony in front of the club to straighten his tie and kiss him softly on the lips.
"I am only yours."
“Aw, so sweet. Thank you for agreeing to accompany me to Tania's birthday party."
“She is our friend. Think of this as a mini-reunion.”
“Yeah, you're right. It's been a very long time since we met with our friends. Let's go in and party."
Miley hugged Anthony tightly as she entered the club. She made it clear to all the women that Anthony belonged only to her. Miley gave a sharp look at anyone who dared to give Anthony a seductive look.
"Tania said the party was on the second floor."
“Okay. You go upstairs first. I left my cigarettes in the car. I will take it.”
"Don't be too long, darling. I don't want to party wit
Anthony fumbled in his trouser pocket and took out a cigarette. He needed to calm his chaotic mind with nicotine, so he would stop thinking of evil schemes in his mind.“How many times do I have to say that smoking is not good for your health?”Anthony turned his head and blew white smoke into the air one last time before crushing the cigarette butt with his shoe.“Everything in this world is not good for health. What is her condition?”Doctor Evan shrugged his shoulders slowly. "She is fine. There were no internal injuries or anything fatal. I had covered the wound on her forehead with gauze. She was still responsive when I shined a flashlight in her eyes. There was no concussion or any head problems.”"If she's fine, why were you so long?"“I need to do some tests. The woman is pregnant.”"What? You must be joking, right, doc?”“No. I'm serious. That's why I told you I had
“I divorced her. I kicked her out of my life.”“Then? Do you regret it?”"I don't know. That's why I came here. Something in my mind has been bothering me for the past three days.”“Yeah, but I doubt it came from your head.”For the first time, since Anthony knocked on Doctor Jarvis' door for a therapy session at seven in the morning, he looked at Doctor Jarvis's face, which radiated warmth. Anthony used to think it was part of his job as a psychologist. Doctor Jarvis must have an aura of warmth and calm on his face. But, it turned out it wasn't like that. The shade and warmth in him was something natural. Maybe it was a blessing from God that was given to him so that he could help other people with the warmth and shade that radiated from within him.“So, where do you think that something came from, doc?”"From your heart."Anthony chuckled skeptically. “Doc, I'm a rational p
Shanon had just come out of the library when suddenly she got a rotten tomato thrown on her clothes. Her palm flew to her mouth in shock, she looked up to see a group of women standing in front of her, carrying several rotten tomatoes and eggs in their hands."What is this?"“You cheap bitch.”One of them threw rotten eggs at Shanon. It landed on her shoulder hard. She winced at the pain that spread around her collarbone.“You hypocrite.”Another tomato flew towards her face. Shanon was very angry and sad about what those evil women did to her. Tears started to form on her eyelids as tomatoes and eggs flew towards her and made her whole body smell like shit.“How much do you charge for a night, bitch?”“Shut up all of you. I don't know what your problem is with me."“Look at the bulletin board. You look fucking ugly in your club waitress uniform.”Shanon gaped. She pu
“Wow, who is this super sexy woman?”“Tsk, don't tease me, Tom. I'm not in a good mood tonight.”Shanon leaned her elbows on the bar counter. Her eyes scanned all corners of the club, which was always busy and packed with visitors. People were dancing wildly on the dance floor. They had their moments. Meanwhile, on the second floor, VIP guests enjoyed their own party in a closed room. With a quieter, more private atmosphere, and with a table full of expensive liquor.“Why? You've been on holiday for three days. Why did you come to work in a bad mood?”“Someone messed with me.”“You owe me an explanation, by the way. You suddenly disappeared after throwing out the trash three days ago. Are you okay? I had Sharon check on you in the alley. She said you weren't anywhere.”“Yeah, about that I'm sorry. I came home after a drunk man ambushed me and almost raped me in that dark alley
“Nice game.”Jordyn was celebrating his win with his team on the sidelines. Suddenly, a voice interrupted his euphoria with his friends. Jordyn looked back. He was stunned to find Anthony clapping while walking towards him.“It's no surprise that you are the pride of the campus basketball team. You played well.”"Thanks."Jordyn glanced at his friends. They would go to the locker room to clean up, then they would go to Oakland's most famous burger joint to celebrate their victory.“Guys, I think you can go first. I'll follow.”Stevan patted Jordyn's shoulder lightly before leading his friends off of the basketball court.Anthony led the way to sit on one of the benches at the edge of the basketball court. The place was empty. Everyone started to leave the basketball court, while the cleaning crew started to enter the court to clean up the rubbish that was scattered around the stands.“S
“Are you serious that Yvone is in prison now?”"I don't know. That's why I want to take you to prison now."Avery still showed a stunned face in front of Shanon. She didn't believe it was real yet. Someone was finally able to stop all of Yvone's crimes all this time."Who did it? You did it without my knowledge?"“Nope. Anthony did.”“Tsk, why did that arrogant guy have to do it?” The joy on Avery's face faded as soon as she heard Anthony's name mentioned.“I don't like him. I can't possibly forget all the things he did to you."“Me too,” Shanon sighed softly.She put hand moisturizer, lip balm, charger and cell phone into a sling bag. She looked ready to go in jeans and a long-sleeved sweater. Thankfully, she had not yet experienced a baby bump. Shanon hadn't thought about her clothes and all the changes that would happen to her in the next three months when her baby bump s
The decision had been made. He had to end the charade and move on to his next plan. Things are getting crazier and more out of control. Anthony increasingly deviated from his original plan to save his and Shanon's careers.“What are you doing here, Miley?”Miley jumped to her feet quickly. The flash of tension on her face turned into a saccharine smile that was too sweet for Anthony.“Hi, where have you been, Anthony?”“Oakland. Didn't I tell you that I would see a basketball tournament there?”"I didn't know if you were a fan of basketball."“I went there to support the college basketball team.”“As I recall, you had sentiments towards the basketball captain.”“I put aside those sentiments for the good of the university.”Miley put her arms around Anthony's neck. She cursed under her breath because Anthony almost caught her rummaging through his des
“Hey, Shanon. Are you busy?”“I'll never be busy for you, Tom,” Shanon threw a wink at Tom, who was busy preparing a cocktail.”“Please take this to the table over there.”“Just a beer?”“He just ordered that. If you can get him to spend his money on our expensive drinks, the boss will really like it.”“Ok, I'll try.”Shanon picked up the tray and walked to the table Tom had pointed to. She was so excited that night. It was like her life had just restarted, and she would start from scratch. In everything. New beginning, new life, new passion, and maybe a new love.“You?”A few drops of beer spilled on the tray as Shanon slammed it on the table. All her enthusiasm disappeared instantly just by seeing Anthony, sitting alone at a table with his favorite cigarette.“Trying to be a bad boy, huh?”“The truth is I'
Shanon frowned in confusion when she saw Anthony suddenly stand up and throw the napkin on the table. He hadn't finished eating his steak and hadn't touched the wine, but Anthony suddenly left the table in a silent anger that confused her.“Hmm... I think he's sick of having a wife like you. You show the affair too bluntly in front of him."“You've really drained all my patience, bitch. If you can’t say proper words, you better shut your damn mouth.”Shanon moved her chair back and stood up.“Shanon, where are you going? Your ankle is sprained. I will help you.”“No, Jamie. I can handle it. You just keep eating here.”With unsteady steps, Shanon walked out of the dining room. She was so angry that she wanted to hit something. If Annika wasn't her friend, she would have happily punched her sister-in-law in the damn mouth who had been messing with her since this afternoon.Shanon walked to
Shanon was happy because her relationship with Anthony was quite conducive throughout the afternoon and evening. They didn't leave their room after Anthony got a bruise ointment. They spent their time lazing around in bed, cuddling. Shanon enjoyed a very calm moment with Anthony with the sight of a snowstorm that made the entire landscape outside the window very white. They could barely see the mountain ranges or trees that were usually clearly visible from Shanon's room.At seven, they finally went out of their room because they were starting to get hungry. Anthony held Shanon's waist tightly and led her down the stairs because Shanon refused to be carried by him. Shanon's friends greeted Anthony in friendly tones as they passed each other near the stairs. Shanon was very grateful because she didn't run into Jammy at all while walking down to the dining room. That would be a very awkward moment. Shanon hoped they could return to Boston as soon as the storm passed.&ld
Anthony jumped down from the helicopter with solid footing. He brushed off the sunglasses that framed his eyes and rolled his gaze to the range of snowy mountains that spread out around him. Everything was white and a little misty. Anthony turned towards the magnificent villa that stood on flat land at the top of the hill. The villa was quiet. Anthony told the pilot to wait because he wasn't planning on staying that night. He just wanted to take Shanon home right then and there. He thought about it while they were still in the air. He wouldn't let Shanon stay at the villa any longer with her ex-lover and immediately took her home.“Are you one of Mrs. Sarah’s friends?”"Yes. Where is she? Where is everyone?”“They were skiing on the hill.”"When are they coming back?" Anthony asked impatiently.“I think they'll be back at lunch.”Drake looked at Anthony's appearance from head to toe. All black
Shanon appeared exactly five minutes later in a white and blue gradient ski outfit and furry hoodie. Shanon carried goggles and other ski equipment in both hands.“They gave me this before I came out.”“Sarah and Stevan make sure their friends have everything here. Let's go. Our friends left half an hour ago.”“They must be at the top of the hill. Why is there no cable car here?” Shanon started to complain just a few steps after her shoes hit the snow. The combination of uphill roads and very thick snow made the walk feel five times more difficult than just climbing up a steep mountain.“Where's the fun if you just get on the cable car and glide? The journey from the bottom to the top is more amazing than just gliding.”“Really?”As far as Shanon could see, she only saw pine trees and rocks covered in snow. Shanon wondered whether Anthony was a ski fan or not? She had seen Anthony s
“Morning, Shanon.”“Morning, Josie.”“It seems you didn't sleep well last night.”Shanon put her ass on one of the empty chairs next to Joselyn and her husband. Most of the other round tables were already filled with other couples. Shanon caught a glimpse of Sarah and Stevan sitting with Justin and his girlfriend.“Yeah, I think so too. I woke up with a very tired body and mind. I need some coffee.”Right after Shanon said that, a housekeeper came in with a pot of very fragrant coffee and started filling her empty cup with coffee that made Shanon's mouth almost drip."Thanks."“What would you like for breakfast, ma'am? We have pancakes & bacon, hashbrown & sausage, and smoked beef omelets.”“I want a smoked beef omelette with hashbrown, can I?”“Sure. I will be right back."Shanon leaned her back against the back of her chair whi
After making sure Sarah didn't follow her, Shanon dashed to her room and plopped down on her king size bed as soon as she arrived at her room. She rolled herself up like a fetus. She felt that the bed was too big to sleep on alone. She had never felt so vulnerable when she was away from Anthony. She was always fine while living alone in New Heaven. She had never missed Anthony so much. But, that night she felt vulnerable and missed Anthony so bad. She needed to hear Anthony's voice.Shanon rushed to grab her cell phone on the nightstand. She deactivated airplane mode and dozens of notifications started flooding into her phone. It took Shanon ten minutes to wait until the notification ringtone died down, and her cell phone returned to silence. Shanon then pressed the speed dial to call Anthony.“Anthony…” Shanon's voice sounded hoarse and wet."What's wrong with you? You turned off your phone, and you suddenly called me with puffy eyes?”
Something big?Shanon thought Jammie was just joking to scare her or intimidate her. She didn't have any inkling as she went into the dining room with the dress code Sarah had set for that evening. A silk nightgown for the women and silk pajamas for the men. Sarah seemed inspired by their summer vacation at Joselyn's villa. At that time, they had a pajama party and played a snakes and ladders game all night while eating various kinds of snacks that they brought from their respective homes.But for tonight, Sarah had modified it a little. She didn't make her female friends wear pajamas, but instead nightgowns, as a sign that they were no longer teenagers, and that they were adults with integrity.“Welcome to the pajama party.”Shanon's jaw dropped as she entered the common room. The room was on the first floor, second hallway after the hall. The room looked really amazing with a gold interior and walls covered with gold wallpaper. The
Shanon quickly forgot everything Jammie said as she was busy welcoming her friends who came to the villa that day. They reminisced while screaming and hugging because it was the first time they had met since graduating from high school.“Anna Hughes! Oh my gosh, I can't believe it's you.”“Sarah, thank you for inviting me and my boyfriend.”“Hi Anna. Are you pregnant?”“Oh, our Shanon genius! And yes, I'm pregnant."“Oh, congratulations to you, darling!” Shanon hugged Anna warmly.She then hugged Aaron, Anna's lover.“Welcome to our humble Villa. Please follow Tobby to your room.""Thanks."Not long after Anna and her lover went to their room in the right wing, Drake arrived from the airport with three couples. Joselyn, the blonde woman, got out of the van for the first time and screamed excitedly as soon as her eyes caught the figures of Shanon and Sarah.
Anthony's voice on the speaker startled her. Shanon hurriedly opened the door wider and asked Jammie to come into the villa. Shanon then turned her back to Jammie to talk to Anthony."I have to go," whispered her.“Hey. Is he one of your friends?”Anthony caught a glimpse of Jammie's face over Shanon's shoulder. Anthony narrowed his eyes suspiciously at his wife's movements.“Yeah, he's one of my friends. I have to find Sarah or Drake to get them to prepare a room for Jammie. I'll call you again tomorrow. Love you.”Shanon sighed softly. She didn't know why she suddenly became that nervous just because Jammie came while she was on a video call with Anthony.“Did I interrupt you with your boyfriend?”Shanon choked up hearing Jammie's voice so close to her ear. She hurriedly turned around and smiled awkwardly. Her face turned red when she was stared at so intensely by Jammie."That was my husba