****Bethany’s POV***Slowly, I sauntered back inside. In order not to alert Jacob, I tiptoed as I opened the door, only to be welcomed with a sound slap that almost cracked my jaw. I was too stunned to speak at the moment and just looked at him.“How could you?” I confronted him for slapping me. The fact that he didn’t raise a hand on me before made it more disappointing. I was aware he was a rogue, but I didn’t expect him to be a bastard! Jacob didn’t say anything and just drag me to the nearest couch. I prayed he wouldn’t physically hurt me again, but it seemed he would by the fierce look in his eyes.“Stay away from him,” he commanded.To my surprise, he spoke as though was making a request rather than issuing an order. However, once again, he slapped me, and this time it was harder! “Stop it!” I complained while trying to shield my face from him but he was enraged with jealousy. “Please stop…,” I begged him, and the third one didn’t happen. Jacob clenched his teeth and tried to co
***Jacob’s POV***Gardening and cleaning up the front yard took up most of her time while I made sure to prepare something delicious for Bethany. Regret and remorse bothered me a lot after slapping the woman out of jealousy. I couldn’t forgive myself after doing that but the moment I saw her talking with Stefan, rage filled my heart. I couldn’t breathe properly while trying to decide whether to approach them or not. I trusted Bethany, but I couldn’t trust my brother, or anyone for that matter, except for Dale.Before meeting Bethany, my father constantly bothered me about taking a wife, or I would lose my title. The title didn’t mean a lot to me. What I cared was just about my happiness and I couldn’t be bothered about taking care of the pack or leading them.However, I learned about my father’s harsh treatment of women in the lower class. When I learned about it, I was too stunned to speak. How could he treat women so low? Then, the realization hit me. While I was having fun with my
***Bethany’s POV***Jacob and I were looking forward to a day at the beach three days later. It had been a long time since we had formed a strong bond as a couple. Jacob recommended that I buy some swimwear at the resort's souvenir shop, which also carried a variety of swimwear.He went to the shop to get something for me because he was the one who talked to the receptionist about our room reservation. “You're going to love it!” He exclaimed as he handed the package to me.My jaw dropped when I saw the swimsuit he had picked out for me when we got back to our room to change. For my personal taste, it was extremely revealing and sexy! “I don't like to wear this one. I'll just go to the store and buy some more,” I informed him but Jacob stopped me and glared at me.“I think you look great in it, sweetheart,” he complimented my attire, but I responded by shaking my head. However, he didn’t give me the chance to get another swimwear attire, and at that moment, I thought it was odd for him
***Bethany’s POV***When I asked Jacob to make love to me, he just laughed before he ventured outside. The next thing I heard was the sound of his vehicle leaving the property. I took a deep breath while trying to compose myself because I was greatly embarrassed earlier. I forgot about my pride when I asked him to do that to me. Initially, I thought it would clear my mind, or it would reassure me that he didn’t have another woman. He failed to give me an assurance!Suddenly, I heard a loud thud outside, so I ran outside to check what was going on. The sound came from the doorway and I furrowed my brows while strolling toward the door. It couldn’t be Jacob because I didn’t hear his car coming back. Who was it? Should I ask the person outside the door? What if it was a bad man and he would do something evil to me?“It’s me, Bethany,” he said when he probably heard the sound of my breathing or the way I gasped earlier.I couldn’t be mistaken. It was Stefan, and I wondered what he was doi
***Bethany’s POV***It happened so fast, but I was left in a daze when he strolled towards the door. My body reacted to the drugs but it was just temporary. However, by the moment, I had the strength to fight against him, he was already inside me.Tears welled up in the corner of my eyes as I watched him having a good time taking me over and over. I wanted to scream but it would be futile. Nobody would hear me, and no one would go against Stefan. Jacob would probably do so but he was gone. He stormed outside without saying goodbye and who knew what he was doing out there?“Get dressed,” he ordered while he was standing in the doorway, and then he was instantly gone.The loud click of the doorknob after he closed the door behind him startled me, and slowly, I stood up and closed my eyes. The aftermath of Stefan’s invasion left a bitter taste in my mouth, and I just wanted to end everything!However, I couldn’t!Just the thought of my daughter who was in the hands of the kind missionari
***Bethany’s POV***When he raised his voice, I was startled but over time, I got used to it. He was no longer the gentleman I used to know in Claybourne. Was he really a gentleman or was it just a figment of my imagination? From the start, he was not an ideal man but I allowed myself to fall for him. In the first place, I knew he was a rogue and he could hurt anyone without feeling guilt or remorse. Overall, Jacob has totally changed, or maybe he hasn’t changed at all! Maybe, what I saw was his normal self, and I just painted him into someone else!“I asked where you are going,” he repeated while clenching his teeth.“I've also lost my appetite. Excuse me,” I said, in a swift motion, he was already in front of me, and his hands were just a few inches away from my face. My eyes widened in fear while waiting for him to strike me. Tears probably welled up in the corner because of fear but I didn’t flinch. Not even a bit!However, it wasn’t a slap. It was more than that. His hand landed
***Bethany’s POV***The agonizing, stabbing pain in my abdomen was the only thing keeping me awake. I felt dizzy and nauseous as my head felt light and the world around me spun.When the pain subsided, it returned with a vengeance and appeared to have gotten stronger. I paused for a moment and took a deep breath. Taking my mind off the pain would make it easier to deal with.Fortunately, Jacob decided to help me and carried me to his car. I was mad at him but he was the only person who could help me at the moment so I didn’t say anything. While he was driving, and I was in the backseat of his car, my mouth spewed out soft moans and grunts. After that, I felt dizzy and nauseous, and I thought I was about to pass out.It was physically and emotionally draining. I contemplated giving up and succumbing to the agony because it was too much to bear. It was difficult to focus, but I tried my best to distract myself with mindless thoughts, but nothing worked and I passed out.When I awoke, I
***Bethany's POV***While keeping my gaze fixed on him, I simply shrugged off my shoulders. After a long absence, I told him, “You've been missing for some time.”“Bethany, I miss you.”His sudden embrace of my tiniest torso shook me to the core. In spite of my pleas, he refused to let go of me. Although his hands felt like they were crushing me, the sensation was a pleasant one. As if he was a part of my life, it was wonderful to see him again.I told him, “I miss you too,” and he smiled. But that's all there was to it. I couldn’t continue being a fool for Jacob. He hurt me, and disappointed me several times, and going back to him was not an option. “I am sorry for what happened,” he expressed his sympathy for the miscarriage but there was no guilt or remorse in his voice. What kind of man was I dealing with?When I thought back to that day, I sighed and said, “Please don't bring it up.”“Can you still forgive me, Bethany?” He inquired while staring into my eyes, and I shook my head