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Could Natalie and her husband hide his surgery and his state of incapability from Louisa?. They indeed tried their possible best, but Louisa noticed in no time. They wouldn't remain in whatever state Natalie had mentioned, forever. Louisa Brown found out the very moment she stepped her foot in the Brown's home for a visit. Maurice's mobility took quite the time, solid six months. However, he began exercising his legs by walking around the garden in their home. Natalie, his loving wife, was always willing to help. In a month, Maurice began to walk, advancing in progress as the days went by. Additionally, Natalie birthed her twin babies the next month, and Maurice couldn't contain his joy. Two healthy looking kids, a boy and a girl which they both named, Maya and Maverick. The lovey dovey couple, Jane and Kevin, visited the Browns as they promised, bearing their wedding invitation card which they presented before they left their abode. Their joy was simply undiluted, and they all lived happily ever after!. Author's Note Dearest reader, if you got to this point, you did a huge job. I can't express how much I appreciate you for reading. Y'all are the best. Please leave a review on how Flowers or Dollars made you feel at the comment section. More books will be coming soon guys, and I promise it would be more exciting than this. I'd appreciate it if you engage, once the contract is signed. Love & Light, Xoxo!.Kaugnay na kabanata
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS A Night with the Handsome Armed-Robber
Chapter 1Natalie's POV“Are you in or not?" The man with a black mask on his face asked. He was with a gun pointed directly to my right ear.“I didn't know what response to give, I sat on my bed looking at him speechlessly.“You're taking so much time! I don't want my friends to find out"“Girl, give me the damn answer! I want to get down down right now, stop staring at me that way else I will..." He demonstrated his next action by swinging his right palm very close to my face, a slap, I totally understand what that meant. He laughed mockingly and licked his lower lips afterwards.I was in a complete dilemma. ‘Should I yield in to his advances?' That was the only way the document containing the address of my father's gold mine land could be protected. Atleast, that was the condition he gave me.The look in his eyes this time around made me shudder. Another male voice came up at the door “Scorpion! Did you find it in there?!"“The document... ermm... No" he responded. “You and Storm
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Pregnant? No way!
Chapter 2“Shit!" The man who had fumed towards me exclaimed.“You caused this Scorp, how are we going to get out of here?"We all heard the sound of another vehicle breezing into the estate. I looked on, still holding my blanket tightly. ‘Did my father come with one of his business associate? Perhaps his closest friend John Fidell, who most times walked around with his armed body guards?'My heart began to thump, maybe this rapist and his cohorts would be caught and brought to justice. I felt a little excited, but then I remembered we were all in the second floor. It will take some minutes for my father and his friend to get to where I am and even if they got in, my father might not come to me. It was already very late and he must assume I would be fast asleep.The three men seemed very confused.“If you hadn't f*cked her we would have been long gone""Thump!" The man who defiled me punched him on the tooth, it fell and blood trickled on the white blanket I was still clasping. I beg
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS You'll stay with the Fiddell's
Chapter 3The next morning, I jerked out of sleep. I had had a bad dream. In my dream, my father did introduce me to a strange woman as my mom, he acted as though it was his only wife, Julie Escobar, but it wasn't my mom, she had a different face, one I had never encountered.I was perspiring heavily by the time I opened my eyes, muttering the word “Mother" continuously. I felt a hand wiping my forehead with a handkerchief, and holding me lovingly. “I am here Nat, I am right here with you" It was Maurice. He was at my bed side that early in the morning.His spectacle was placed on the cabinet, and his eyes looked very dreamy. It was obvious he had lacked a good sleep, but his dreamy eyes made him appear even more attractive. They seem to be seducing me at the moment. I looked away.“Good morning Maurice" I said.“Good morning beautiful" He replied.I went on to ask him the usual question about the whereabout of my father. He explained to me that he left before I had woken up, he nev
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS I miss you dreadfully
Chapter 4The Fidell's estate was located at South Esturnburg, a short distance from ours. I was marvelled at the vast expanse of their semi detached duplex when my dad and I drove in. The exterior was decorated with tulips, the lavender and purple hibiscus. A beautiful sight to behold.A middle - aged woman welcomed me in after I had knocked a few seconds. She was John Fidell's wife, Fiona Fidell, a beautiful gap toothed woman who stood a few inches taller than me. She was very jovial and accommodating and had introduced herself after opening the entrance door. A sign that my father had informed them about my arrival, a day earlier.“Welcome! Welcome! Come in child" She said with a broad smile, kissing my cheeks.I partly curtsied, accepting the offer.I sensed a strong scent of air freshener the moment I walked in. Right there, in the middle of their luxurious sitting room, a girl of about sixteen years old stood, arms crossed. She had a stark resemblance with Fiona, the only diffe
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Gosh! Why is he so hot?!
Chapter 5Two days later, the clattering of objects interrupted my call with Maurice. It was late in the afternoon, and Mr. Fidell had returned from work rather early. “How can you hide such a thing from me?!" That was Mrs. Fidell screaming at the top of her voice.I heard nothing in response, just a few whispers. Mr. Fidell's voice was obviously inaudible. I moved very close to the door to hear even the tiniest bit of detail of whatever the issue may be. The objects came clattering again.‘What the f*ck is happening?!"“Mom! Dad!" I heard an unfamiliar voice shout. “You guys should better get a grip of yourself, if you fight one more time, I am leaving the house!" The female voice retorted with finality.Mr. Fidell spoke with a calm voice. “I am not fighting, if only your mom would understand"“Understand? Seriously? To hell with you! You are a disgrace to this family!" Mrs. Fidell blurted out.Somehow, this event made me reminsce about my little happy family, and the blissful mom
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Delicate and Tempting
Chapter 6Maurice's POVI tried to hide my excitement, as I sat waiting for the love of my life. ‘How would I break the good news to her?' I cleared my throat while adjusting my tie, practicing the best way I would reveal I had found a new job to Natalie.The message for my job contract came in a week after my mom left for a business meeting in Norway, she was chosen to go along with the boss of the company where she worked.I could feel my hands shaking nervously no matter how hard I tried to conceal it. In the aired lounge, I felt sweat trickling down my biceps. I still wondered if the news of getting a job as a sales representative would make Natalie elated.While reading the contract text from Salesrite Company for the twentieth time, I tried to figure out what was enthralling about tuxedos that made people wear them. Still in great discomfort because of my attire, I studied the finishings and splendid beauty of the Five Star Restaurant I booked.After the first date with Natalie,
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS The fire in his eyes
Chapter 7Natalie's POVStill drenched, I arrived the Fidell's estate. As I waved to the two security men outside, I walked briskly into the estate, having only the thought of taking a shower and retiring to bed after the enjoyable date I had with Maurice.Reminiscing about the night's event, I smiled all through my way to the entrance door, blushing hard when the thought of Maurice's massage and he carrying me in his arms came to my mind.I had barely made a soft press on the door bell when it swung open, the figure I saw in front of me made me forget every thought I have had earlier about Maurice, it was John Fidell's son and he was wearing just pants, no shirts on, and a paint brush in his left hand.The paintbrush had red hue on it, which I believed must have soiled his skin. The red hue was visible on one of his nipples, nipples that seemed too pronounced and attractive for a man. I tried to stop my eyes from running through his body. In split seconds, I had thoroughly examined
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS You miss my touch, don't you?
The reveal that John Fidell's son was Kevin Fawcett all this while, heightened my feelings for him. ‘Who wouldn't fall all over again for a guy she once loved? Her first love?'This was same for Kevin, as he stole glances at me at any given opportunity. Mr. Fidell was still working on his plan for Kevin to join in his company, Letticia attended College from home, she was in her last year.Lizzie left home for school in the mornings and Mrs. Fidell was too busy in her jewelry store. Still awaiting my father's return, I remained at the Fidell's estate and soon, Kevin and I was all alone at home. The first day was unplanned. Kevin was drawing once again in the living room, the art of a large teary blue eye. I stood behind him, admiring his skill and craft. “What happened after high school? It's been four whole years Nat" He asked.I narrated all that happened, I had gone ahead to study Public Relations within those four years after I was done with High School at 15. It wasn't same for
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FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Epilogue/Author's Note
Epilogue Could Natalie and her husband hide his surgery and his state of incapability from Louisa?. They indeed tried their possible best, but Louisa noticed in no time. They wouldn't remain in whatever state Natalie had mentioned, forever. Louisa Brown found out the very moment she stepped her foot in the Brown's home for a visit. Maurice's mobility took quite the time, solid six months. However, he began exercising his legs by walking around the garden in their home. Natalie, his loving wife, was always willing to help. In a month, Maurice began to walk, advancing in progress as the days went by. Additionally, Natalie birthed her twin babies the next month, and Maurice couldn't contain his joy. Two healthy looking kids, a boy and a girl which they both named, Maya and Maverick. The lovey dovey couple, Jane and Kevin, visited the Browns as they promised, bearing their wedding invitation card which they presented before they left their abode. Their joy was simply undiluted,
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS The four meet
72“I think we need to leave, your dad's food is getting cold!" She managed to say, she didn't want him to notice just how jittery and nervous she felt. He flashed a smile as he stood very close now, and Jane looked at him, admiring his beards and eyes. She couldn't stop staring at his eyes. His stare was still fixed at Jane. Making his eyes duller and licking his lower lips, Kevin leaned in more and more. ‘The effect Jane had on him!' Kevin couldn't dispute the fact that Jane was the first lower class girl he had ever fallen for, she would never had been his type before his days in prison but there was something about Jane! He couldn't help but appreciate the fact that a bit of his personality changed after his stay. Jane was fire!.Their nose touched now and they felt each other's breathe on their faces. Jane began to close her eyes tightly, exhilarated that Kevin made to kiss her. His nose grazed hers, and then went down her cheek, before she heard him whisper softly. “I'd try
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Crazy chemistry
71Jane walked brisky, and halted two steps forward. “What the fuck am I doing?!" She mused, her face wearing a little frown. Biting her lips and giving in to a wide smile, she remembered the naughty dream she had last night about Kevin. ‘How could I think of him so much that he appeared right in my dream?' she muttered unconsciously. Wasn't she stupid to fall for Kevin? She thought. Kevin had also been involved with Natalie. Why was she always attracted to anyone around Natalie?! She thought further, giving a loud sigh. She was definitely crazy! Yes. If Kevin still had a thing for Natalie, she would be flung back into another period of heartbreak and desolateness. She would rather kill whatever she felt for Kevin now and save herself of such stress, but could she?.Heading a few steps forward, she stopped right in her tracks as she discovered Kevin had been standing, his hands was tucked in his pocket and his face gazing directly to the floor, switching it to the other side of t
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Now, forever and till the end of time
70****Natalie's POV****The reception area of The Arnold Healing Center was almost the same as the Oaks Medical Center where Maurice's first surgery was conducted. However, I could spot that the current hospital was more sparse and equipped. Not so surprised, the Fiddell's baffling wealth was never hidden!.The sudden deep breath Maurice gave as they placed him on the stretcher made me panic. I sucked in a deep breath too, shutting my eyes, before the masculine voice of an advanced doctor jilted me out of my solemn moment. “You will be just okay, pretty lady!" The doctor said with a smile, he was dressed in shrubs. I couldn't help but smile back despite how I felt. He was so cool, regardless of the fact that he had aged. Was this Kevin's grandfather? Dr. Arnold?.“Dr. Arnold... I think you're Mr. Brown's wife, right?" He asked, offering a handshake.“Yes, I am" I replied with a smile, taking his hands. I should have noticed he was Kevin's grand father the moment I beheld his face.
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS His new friend
69****Kevin's POV****I painted the white part of my drawing paper, applying the red hue I had lightened with a white. As I stroked the brush repeatedly on the paper, I was satisfied at the exact color of redness it reflected. ‘Perfect!' I whispered. The sound of approaching footsteps caught my attention and I darted my eyes to the entrance of my little pleasure workshop. Yes! My pleasure workshop. For now, I painted every and anything my mind could think of to retain the little joy I felt since I arrived Carolton, hoping to enlarge that joy soon. Peering closely, I discovered it was my grandfather's worker, Jane. Our eyes met, and she looked away, letting her sight fall to her feet. In her hand was a basket of food. I had requested that Dr. Arnold inform Jane of my need for lunch that afternoon. “It won't be bad to know how her food tastes right?" I had asked my grandad. “How her food taste?" He returned the question with disbelief, evident in his eyes. “You have no idea of J
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS My husband needs to be alive
68****Natalie's POV****I just couldn't believe my ears when the doctor came up with another news after giving the diagnosis he did earlier. “I'd advise your husband should be moved to another hospital. His condition is critical and he needs the best hands to ensure a successful surgery" the doctor suggested. I looked on not knowing the best way to react. Already, I've been tired of weeping. My head felt way too light. Maurice made to talk. “Where do..."“Don't speak Maurice, please..." I sauntered.Maurice was very conscious unlike his first stay at the hospital, but now his condition was actually worse like the doctor had said. He was unable to stand upright now, and though he could gaze at me. All he did was lie on the bed, wearing a sad look on the face. “I will make very careful enquiries on the best hospital to be referred to"“Do have a nice day, Mr. Brown and take enough rest. The nurses would check in from time to time" he said, placing his stethoscope back to his neck
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Stuck in my head
67“Granny! Granny!" Jane called, scurrying to the kitchen. “What about this? How does it look?" She asked, turning around in a circle. The emerald wrap dress she wore, danced around with her. “This is just perfect! You look beautiful as always my pretty little darling!" Her granny complimented, giving a tired laugh. Jane laughed along, going behind to clasp her granny's shoulder while resting her head on them. After visiting Dr. Arnold two weeks before, they had come to a conclusion that Jane would deliver food for him at lunch and attimes for breakfast if he had to leave his home on time, this would be passed across as a notice to her through a text or call. A compilation of the doctor's favorite meals were written down, and Jane took proper note of them. The first day she was dressed in a shirt and pant, and had gone to deliver bento boxes that contained smoked salmon bagels, roast beef, brie sandwiches and grilled vegetables wrapped in hummus. Dr. Arnold found that funny. He
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS The best idea yet!
66****Kevin's POV****Still pissed at what just happened, I surged forward. Wondering why the lady I had ran into, hit me so hard that my cap had to lose it's position. ‘What the fuck was she thinking?!'She succeeded in revealing my face, something I never wanted. Nobody should know that Kevin Fidell was back and out from prison. I couldn't bear to be treated or looked upon as a bad person, the prison had placed a long term stigma on me. One that would go as much as lasting forever. Now, I appeared like the lowest of low lives but I don't freaking care!. Everyone thinks of me as a deranged person. No, I was fully sane, but this is my resort to hiding my identity. Back in East Esturnburg Penitentiary, the law had made a decision that ended up in my favor. My sickness was too severe to still retain me, else my condition would get worse and so I was granted my freedom. Just like that! My only duty was to make sure I never got myself into any mess, else I would receive an even harder
FLOWERS OR DOLLARS Life brought the unexpected
65****Natalie's POV****Maurice took a break for one whole month, before he considered going over to his new office in Lauren & Co, the commercial building his office was situated. That one month served as a very intimate honeymoon for the both of us, and the environment of our abode made it even more enjoyable. Maurice and I had wild sex in every corner of the room, the bathtub, the kitchen, verandah, on the big cabinet and sometimes I was pinned against the wall. Saying I was not wowed would be my highest form of insincerity. I never believed Maurice would give me good sex, which got even better while we were at it. “Every man has wild thoughts for a woman he loves, Nat. I was simply respecting you and your body" he had said, when I informed him of my astonishment. The next one week after our one month of honeymoon, threw me into the loving wife mood. I prepared breakfast early while his bath water was already placed in bathroom, woke him up with morning kisses to go in for his
