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My face twisted and my brows knitted in confusion. It comes out as a shock when my ears perked up at the sound of footsteps approaching my direction.Who could it be?Did someone break-in?A wave of fear washed through me and I visibly froze at my spot. The door slightly creaks open, snaps me from my gut-wrenching thoughts and my head jerks toward the main door. I saw the familiar figure come into my line of vision and relief washes over me.Oh my god, it's just Xavier. He scared me...Clenching my fist, I attempted to relax my tensed muscles. Xavier sauntered in and without sparing me a glance he walked upstairs.Did I do anything? Why is he openly, giving me a cold shoulder?By the way, why is he here? Xavier visits every Monday and Thursday and I am sure it's Wednesday today. He was supposed to come tomorrow.Did he fight with May?or dad?He didn't even greet me. I couldn't fathom the reason behind the strange behavior. On the other hand, I can't deny that his presence had me ex
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I was all sweaty and sticky from our morning activity. Suddenly his weight was no longer on me. Getting off the bed Xavier paddle straight to the bathroom and locked the door behind him. Soon the sound of water was on.Taking a long breath, I hunch myself into a sitting position and cover my naked state with the silk duvet.My gaze falls back to the familiar band in my ring finger. My wedding band. To say I was surprised would be an understatement when Xavier handed me the ring the day before yesterday. Honestly speaking I was more surprised that he still had it than the fact he gave it back to me.Yes, our relationship has to go through a lot of throws but now I could see a flower blossom. Even though being with Xavier has given me more pain than happiness, I want to forget everything and move on.Over time my perception of Xavier completely changed. Xavier as promised has been doing everything to mend our relationship. Our situation gradually improved. I thought he never liked me b
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May frowned slightly. "First you married that ugly bitch then you cheated me with that Ruth. Fortunately, she was faking her pregnancy but still, you cheated on me, Xavier"Wait what does she mean first he married me?Were they in relation before I married Xavier?Is this another reason why he couldn't accept me? Because he was already in love with MayAnd Ruth faked her pregnancy? But why?Numerous questions flooded my confused and stressed brain and the answer I had none. The only thing I could do was wait and watch. Maybe I'll get my answer."How did you know," Xavier probes his own query ignoring May's ranting.She momentarily looked hesitant but answered nonetheless. "I followed you,""You followed me?" Xavier snorted with an accusing gaze almost as if couldn't believe what he was hearing.She guilty met his accusing gaze coldly. "What was I supposed to do Xavier? You were acting shading, smelling all girly,""You knew what you were getting into, May. I never hid and lied anythin
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Even now Xavier's word was still printed clear on my head as if it was spilled a mere seconds ago when in reality it's been hours.Xavier always put it as if I was the wrong one and I was also convinced I was the problem or else why would our relationship not work. He always did what he wanted with me, with no tiny regard for the sentimental value of my emotions or what I wanted. I tolerated everything, thinking it's a leap of faith but not anymore.Unbeknownst to me, I was trapped in the depth of lies, and deception. I fail to understand his reality. But what could I have done? How do I assess the extent of infidelity actually committed by a man I trusted as a husband?But now that the facade he has a layer to conceal his reality is finally peeled. I can clearly see what he is. The more I think about it, the more it makes sense.The depth of Xavier's betrayal made me wish he could kill me again a thousand times over! I don't care what reasoning there is, it is absolutely despicable.
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Entering inside the room, whoever it was flipped the light switch and the room was flooded with light.My gaze immediately on a broad figure who was leaning against the frame of the door with his hands deep into his pants pocket.I can't help but analyze his features. I ogle him under hooded lids, taking in every single detail down, drinking his inhumanly good-looking features. A straight nose laid upon, a well-defined jawline. His skin is flawless, almost unreal.His hair was flawlessly gelled at the side into perfection, not even a single strand out of place.My eyes skimmed over his tall broad frame. He was broad-built and muscular and was well laid out with a well-fitting suit even at this time. He had no tie, and the top buttons of his shirt were left open, revealing his sleek tattooed chest. Anyone could tell his whole body was covered with ink and it won't be wrong to address him as a fine piece of art. Any girl would swoon over him.Time froze as my blue pair of orbs got stuck
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I followed out of the room and over to the wide staircase that led up to the bottom floor. The house wasn't anything close to a mansion but from paintings, decorations, furniture to every single thing about the place screamed money. I could tell it must have cost a fortune. How exactly rich is the man exactly?I knew he was rich. Everything about him seemed expensive... from his clothes, shoes, watch to his perfume, everything screamed money. I can tell this man doesn't even look at the price tag before buying it. Obviously, his house would be his standard average-looking house. I know there is nothing wrong with simplicity instead I myself believe in simplicity.But staying with 'him' I know how rich people's mentality is if not all but most of the people have the same mentality. Maybe I am being a little judgmental here but I can't help it.Turning left she led me to the end of the corridor before pausing in front of a double door. Andrea pushed the door open and we stepped inside.
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Another fresh tear trickled down my cheek and I wiped it out for the hundredth time. I couldn't stop crying. The man I considered my savior; my knight in shining armor not only caused me physical pain but also never forgettable emotional pain and never-ending nightmare.I had heard reports of women being physically abused but had not dreamed of it, although I would one day become a victim.Xavier was a horrible husband. He never cared about how I felt and made zero effort to know me but I loved him with all my heart. Even after all the things he had done I still love him. As sad and crazy it sounds but it's true.But now I am tainted by a sinner. I'm touched by another man who is not my husband. I feel cheap, dirty, damaged, and worthless. I feel like I have betrayed my husband even though I very well know it's the case. His every touch was still fresh in my head as if mocking me."Can you stop crying already.." She spat, snapping me back from my self-loathing thoughts."I-I'm sorry-y
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I didn't even realize when my legs carried me to him and when my palm came in contact with his left cheek.I couldn't believe I had slapped him if it wasn't for the surprised gasp from the two-man seated on the sofa and the sound of the strike resonating in the room and not to forget the red mark on his left cheek. It was faint but it was there.Do I regret it? No one even a bit. He deserved it.Even though he looked calm and collective. No trace of emotion let alone anger on his features but his eyes were speaking different volumes of truth. His hazel orbs turned three-shade darker. He was livid.The intensity in those pools had me instantly regret my decision. The man gave off death in waves, but I refused to back down and kept my stare at him. I know I was trying out my luck by pushing my boundaries but I cannot show any form of weaknesses.For a moment, nobody said anything - me afraid to trust my voice, the devil may be trying to control his anger and the two men because of my un
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As soon as Lucas was out of my sight I swiveled around directing my gaze towards Kandel who was now struggling to get herself in her feet.I instantly rushed to her side and draped my arm around her shoulder supporting her battered and weak body. Her swollen and red eyes flickered upon me at the contact."Let me help you," I said with a forced smile on my face.She stared at me before passing a forced smile of her own. Once I helped her on her feet and led her towards the bed. Before we could reach there her ankle twisted. She almost tripped down but thankfully my reflex kicked in and my hold tightened."Careful," I softly utter."I'm sorry," she croaked out.I threw a small smile wordlessly reassuring her everything was okay before laying her in the middle of the bed. I looked at the bedside table but found the jar empty."I'll go get some water for you" Saying I bend down do grab the handle of the empty jar. My movements were restrained as a hand latched mine.Drawing my eyes toward
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I absolutely hate being in his presence and here I'm kissing him. It took everything in me not to jerk away from him. Somehow, I managed to gather courage to touch my lips with his but I froze after that. Our lips were touching each other but were completely immobilized as if .I am not even exaggerating, this has to be the most awkward thing I have ever experienced in my entire life.The absence of emotions from Elijah had self-doubt creeping in once again. How did I even think I would be able to seduce him? I know I look much better than what I used to a few years back, but am I attractive? I don't think so.Feeling absolutely hopeless, I decide to drop this seduction act. It's not working anyway. I just hope I am not in trouble. This was such a bad idea in many ways. I wanted to slap myself for being so stupid.Right when I was about to retract a step back. He snaked his buff arms around my hip and jerked me forward, making me collide with his toned body. A yelp escaped me, taken a
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My eyes clouded, blurring my vision as a wave of dizziness hit me.Not again....I internally huff in vexation.My stomach felt upset and a wave of nausea came over me.I wanted to pull my hair in frustration. As if my life didn't have enough problems, now I am sick too and it's been a week and there is no sign of any improvement. Instead, it's getting worse with each passing day. I am struggling to find happiness in my life. God I am being too dramatic these days. Yes, my life is a mess, but I don't have to replay misfortune when something happens.I was just thinking when someone entered the kitchen. Upon looking behind, I found one person. I had almost forgotten the whole existence of the person.Andrea.Her eyes instantly locked with mine. She seemed satisfied to see the shock in my eyes. Lowering my head, I tried to concentrate on the boiling pork meat which I was craving so badly. Even though I don't work as a maid anymore. I cook something for myself."My my I see you are still
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"Relax babe she didn't mean it. I am sure she was scared," Kendal made up trying to control the situation."No, I meant each and everything, trust me," The words fell out of my mouth in a confident tone. I don't know where I was getting the courage from, but I was proud of myself even knowing my action could be lethal.Kandel's eyes enlarged for a split second before narrowing, seemingly pleading me to shut up and let her speak. I appreciated her concern for me, but I wasn't in a mood to back down. At this point, I didn't even care that I was crossing my line. I was sick and tried of people treating me like dirt and using me as their wish.My remark was followed by Luca's humorless laugh, but for a moment before he grew serious once again. "See this bitch. I'll strip out all her attitude today,""Lucas, relax please," Kandel pleaded. She sounded close to crying."I would like to see you try," I threw back. I knew I was acting stupid, but like I mentioned, I didn't care anymore.Having
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Drawing a frustrated sigh out of me, I snuggled into the comforter. It was already two in the morning and I was feeling restless. For the past five hours I have been trying and twisting, deriving no sleep. Despite the tiredness I feel, I can't sleep at night.Facing up towards the ceiling, I began thinking about my life. My life has drastically changed in a matter of a few months. Not even in my worst nightmare did I imagine I would be stuck in such a surreal situation. I somehow have to survive in this dark world and I have no idea how long I'll manage to survive.After several minutes, the sudden sound of the door creaking open had my neck twisted on its own to the direction of the door. My eyebrows drew together in confusion. How could it be sneaking inside at this time?My ear picked up an unsteady footstep entering the room. Out of the corner of my eyes I saw was a figure. The room was pitch dark, which made it impossible for me to identify the person. From the blurry bulky frame
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I looked up at her. Worry lines formed on her forehead, making her gorgeous face look a bit more mature than she normally does. No matter how much her habit of constantly wanting to know my business irritates me. I have to admit this girl is an epitome of beauty and kindness. They fact she bothered to ask say what a kind soul she is."I fell?" My tone was unsure as I came up with a ridiculous excuse which screamed a lie to my own ears and on top of that, it didn't even come as a statement but rather a question."You fell?" Disbelief evident in her tone and face, suggesting she'd caught me out in some misdemeanor.Involuntarily, my eyes went to Elijah. Surprisingly, his gaze was already on me. No concern or regard, no ounce of empathy. As if nothing had happened and he had done nothing wrong. Suppressing the urge to punch him, I turned back to Kendal.God, I am so done with being interrogated every time."Yes, I fell," I answered with a short, awkward laugh.My reaction had her frown d
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My eyelids fluttered in an attempt to open it but I couldn't. My eyes felt like they were carrying the weight of an elephant. After a few attempts, I successfully opened them but clenched them back instantly, when the warm and bright sunbeams fell directly on my eyes, burning them.A brief moment after, I pried my eyes open. With my blurred vision, I was incapable of distinguishing anything more than their vague shapes.I slowly hoist my tired body up into a sitting position, leaning my body against the headpost, rubbing my eyes at the same time in an endeavor to clear my cloudy vision. This time my vision was very clear but still a bit dim, so blinking rapidly, I tried to adjust to a bright ray surrounding the room.My lips parted as an unladylike yawn threatened to float out of my lips, but instead a hiss escaped my lips at the sharp pain that hit me. My jaw felt like it had been dislocated. For a second I thought I must have slept in an odd position, but then the vivid memory of y
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I averted my attention back to Elijah, only to find his unwavering gaze was lingering on me. There was no gentleness in his eyes, rather annoyance.'Oh god he seems livid'Before I could apologize for zoning out, the loud ringing of Elijah's cell phone intruded the room, cutting off the tense atmosphere. Letting out a groan, he produced his phone from his jacket's pocket, checked the caller ID.Lazily swiping the screen to the left, he sticks the gadget to his left ear. "Speak," is all he says, in an impassive tone."I don't have time for it," Elijah replied after a brief second. His tone was nonchalant as always.Whatever the person on the other side of the line said had him mumbling something under his breath, seemingly pissed. It was beyond obvious he was beginning to lose his calm, judging from the ticking of his muscles."I said I don't have time," This tone was crisp.This time the calmness in his tone wavered slightly, yet he managed to shake my heart. This man scares me to my
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Elijah touched her bruised cheek, making her smile fade. Her eyes dropped down for a split second as if she had been busted doing something wrong. When she looked up again, she had recovered and put on another smile, but this time it wasn't genuine. Her eyes clearly reflected her inner state, regardless of an attempt to mask it."He, did it?" Although it came across as a question, something told me he just wanted confirmation from her.And who is this he?Who is he?Brother?Father?"What do you mean?" She feigned unawareness, fidgeting her finger.She was clearly disinterred in having conversation or more like this specific discussion. Her whole behavior screamed that whoever he was, he successfully sowed deep terror in her."You know what I mean. Stop trying to dodge my question, answer before I lose my shit,""Please don't."This time she made no effort to hide the hint of gloom in her eyes. Elijah chuckled humorlessly, his eyes gleaming with a fierce frenzy."Yes, or No?" He growl
