...I won't actually say I didn't notice the changes in my room as I walked in. I brushed and packed Miguel's hair with a ribbon. "I've been so angry at him since last night but perhaps he was right. I really needed a helping hand. But that's aside. Today is his day. He can at least celebrate it with me by his side. I shouldn't be moody," I said to myself, standing up I stared at Miguel. "My baby boy. You're so adorable. Wait for mummy here. I'll be right back." Miguel smiled and nodded his head. He can understand me now.I removed my dress and entered the bathroom. After I was done showering, I stepped out and wrapped my body with the towel. I re-entered my room and went to the closet. I stared at the sets of designer outfits and couldn't make out the one to choose from. "Hmm... I'll just go with this ballgown then," I mumbled as I pulled out the beaded purple ballgown. I wasted no time in wearing it before I removed the ribbon that held my hair in place. My hair cascaded down
..."Stay here. I'll be right back." He said and walked away. He saw Ellison from afar as she was looking all over the place. He tapped her back as she turned to him. She bowed before raising her head. "I'm sorry for being late sir. The traffic was an unforeseen event. It caused the delay but I hope I'm not too late?" she asked with a smile, blushing.Lorenzo shook his head. "You're not. The occasion is merely starting."She handed him the present. "Happy birthday, Mr. Cordero." Lorenzo took the gift with a smile. "Thanks Ellison. Let me introduce you to my wife." He said and held her hand. He took her to where l was standing and stopped. He let her go and touched my shoulder. I turned to know who it was. "Sweetheart, this is my secretary, Ellison." he turned to Ellison. "Meet my wife, Ellison. She goes by my name. A Mrs. Cordero." He said, proudly.Ellison kissed my cheeks. "Nice to meet you, ma'am." I smiled at her. "My pleasure Ellison. Thanks for coming."She nodded and tu
...Sophie, Sophie honey. I know you're mad at me but please, please come back to me. He prayed within. He stood up and ran to the hotel's security and demanded to access the CCTV. "You can go ahead and look through our hotel footage. You might see what you're looking for."Lorenzo nodded and checked it out. He saw three unfamiliar men walking out of the restroom and one of them had Sophie thrown across his shoulder. His anger was filled to the brim as he curled his fists to a tight ball, breathing heavily, before he knew it his fist had already collided with the man's jaw, releasing a strong blow. The poor guy grunted and winced at the sharp sting, wondering what the impulsive act was for."That's for not doing your damn job right," Lorenzo said as if he could read his mind. "And don't you go off telling people about this ordeal... yet."The man nodded as he ran out.He went off searching futilely at the premises and the parking lot but didn't find a trace of them. It was as if the
...Spike shattered the phone and wrapped his hand around my throat, tilting my head. "My gorgeous pet. Why did you do that? Who said you could interfere?" he said so calmly."Let go of me, Spike. I'm not your pet. I'm never gonna be your pet, you sociopath. You need to see a doctor."He tightened his grip for a few seconds before letting go. I coughed, my eyes watering."What did you just say?" He asked, fisting his hand.I cowered, shaking my head in instant denial for fear of repercussion but the cold asshole still did it anyway. Punching hard on my stomach. "Oh God!" I yelped, tossing and turning as I held my belly."Don't you curse at me, Sophie. I don't wanna hurt you. At least not yet but if you push me to the wall... I'll have no other option but to instill some manners in you. Am I understood?" He asked.I sniffled, nodding. "Crystal," I answered breathlessly."Good." He hauled me up, easing my back against the headboard. I couldn't maintain eye contact with those brown eye
...Twenty minutes earlier.Lorenzo had almost gotten Sophie's location when the line got disconnected. He gulped down his drink and exhaled. The call he had with Spike also didn't help matters but he was happy with one thing. He delayed the call long enough for his trackers to be able to pinpoint their location. Almost.Lorenzo went to his room, opened the drawer and brought out a pistol. He strapped it on his waistband and covered it with his jacket. He barged out of his room and went to where his trackers were working. He stopped and checked out the location. He knew there was no point in them continuing the tracking and dismissed them. He'll continue from where they stopped.Lorenzo was just about to leave when he saw his two friends coming out from the guest room. He stared at them and looked away. He wasn't thinking straight at the moment and wasn't in the mood for any kind of chit-chat. He flung the glass. He had been waiting patiently for them to leave for him to sneak out a
..."NOOO!" Lorenzo screamed at the top of his voice, feeling completely helpless with his heart beating rapidly when Lincoln made a very crucial intervention. He flung the hammer he'd gotten from the douchebag's minion straight to Spike's right shoulder rendering the arm useless as the knife dropped on impact. He let out an intense roar at the drastic turn of events. He didn't foresee it. He thought Lorenzo had come alone."Whoo-hoo! I got him." Lincoln shouted, excitedly. "Now that's how to make an entrance." He remarked, with his lip twitched.Lorenzo immediately ran and grabbed me before I could reach the ground. His heart broke to several pieces as he saw how hurt I was looking at me from up close. He was riled up and burning in fury inwardly. Removing his jacket, he used it on me, immediately wrapping it around my shivering body. He shot a cold stare at Spike who was trying to escape with his apparently broken arm. He was going nowhere. Lorenzo thought, placing me on the cold
..."Come back to me, Sophie. Please."I was yanked from the beautiful moment of dreaming about us, swirling through bleak darkness, my body twisting and turning as I struggled to fight my way to the surface. All I could hear was the sound of his voice calling out to me. "I'm here." I was unable to make the plea, still sucked into a cold and horrible vacuum. A sudden beeping sound drew back my attention."Where am I? What was happening?" I asked.Light.There was a beautiful wash of light splashing over me. I fought to breach the surface, lifting my arms as air filled my lungs. After a few seconds, I managed to open my eyes and saw I was dressed in hospital clothing. I was confused and fighting to understand my situation."I'm here," I whispered meekly. Had anyone heard me? "Lorenzo, She's awake." The soft voice which I recognized said. "Oh my little, angel. How could they do this to you? How could my son hide this from us?" Angelique mumbled. Blinking, the light was too bright,
...I took the juice, instantly taking a sip. "It's good to be back."Miguel left him going to where Daphne was as he stretched forth his tiny arms for her to carry him.Daphne shook her head chuckling at his naughtiness as well as cuteness. She knew without a doubt what he was asking for. "Nah, little prince. This aunt here will have to decline. I can't give you a piggyback ride tonight. I'm exhausted. You're a big boy. You've mastered how to walk. I mean I taught you well so do the needful. Huh?" She playfully said, crossing her arms but the boy wasn't ready to take no for an answer as he pulled at her robe, pouting and cocking his head to the side. Daphne smiled and started running around in circles as he raced after her.I derived happiness and satisfaction in watching the two people which means a lot to me getting along. "Oh, Daphne is in a lot of trouble. Miguel won't let her off the hook so easily." Lorenzo intertwined our fingers together, helping me to my feet. "I've pre
A FEW MONTHS LATER.Mum had been so excited with both finding out about the marriage and my pregnancy that she'd actually boarded a flight to Holland. She'd been with me ever since, helping out in every possible way she could, for this day.My girlfriend called earlier and informed me she was already on her way. I can only say she booked a morning flight. I just hope she gets here before the wedding starts.I sat down on the chair while Ellabelle did the dressing. "Now, the finishing touches. A little makeup since you're already gorgeous, ma'am." She said.I smiled as she opened the kit and brought out the cosmetics. She applied it to my face before pinning the birdcage veil on my hair. "We're done." She said and pulled me up. "Thanks." I gazed at myself through the large mirror and I loved how I looked. My hair was in multiple bubble braids. The silver earrings, heart pendant and bracelet were sparkling and the makeup added to the beauty. I stared down my bridal silk gown, designed
Second to last Episode....After everything Rohan left with Daphne. Lorenzo took me to his parked car and we hopped in. The driver honked the horn and sped off instantly. We reached home after an hour as I climbed out of the car, we linked arms and side to side we walked in.As soon as Miguel saw us, he left Ellabelle and ran to me, embracing me. "Mama.""My baby boy. I'm back now, Okay," I said, lifting him up and into my arms."Welcome ma'am, Sophie. The food is ready. Should I bring it over to your room or you'd like to have it here?" She asked.I smiled, still feeling euphoric from officially being proposed to. "You don't have to. We've already eaten at the restaurant. Thanks for looking after Miguel." I rather said."It's nothing, ma'am. It's part of my job." She said.Lorenzo kissed my cheeks. "I'll be in our room. I need to have a shower." He said and left.I gently sat down on the chair, dropped Miguel on my lap and grabbed the remote control, turning on the television. I f
...Thankfully he arrived at the restaurant before her, taking a seat at the reserved joint. After a few minutes, a sophisticated, elegant, classic-looking lady approached him. Although her eyes were covered with sunglasses he needed no one to tell him who it was. He offered her a seat and sat down next to her. Mally thanked him, crossing her legs as she yanked off the glasses, shoving them into her purse."So, What's this about?" She asked."Thanks for coming. How have you been, Mally?" He knew he had to ask. He'd felt bad after watching the news about her father's death.Mally huffed, shaking her head at the irony of the question. "You mean after you dumped me? Why? Would you have been happy if I turned out dead?!" She snapped, rolling her eyes as he said nothing. "Well, it's too bad since I'm still breathing. Is that the kind of response you expected? Of course, I'm not alright. It feels like my world has been turned upside down. But you don't have to worry. It absolutely has no
...Lorenzo had been quiet all the way back home. He horned the car and the gatekeeper opened the gate for him. He drove in and parked, climbing down, he walked inside as I raced after him, trying to keep up with his pace. I grabbed his arm in the hallway, turning him to look at my face."Are you mad at me, Enzo?" I asked.He removed my hand and wanted to leave but I held on, encircling my arms around his stomach waist and placing my head against his back. The abrupt act got him to stop."I'm sorry. Please don't get mad at me." I said softly.He slowly removed my hand and turned me to face him. "You disobeyed me, Sophie. Infront of everyone. We should have deliberated on this as a couple before you go spilling everything all on your own. You broke the contract rules and deserve discipline for doing so."I opened my mouth to talk but couldn't form any coherent words. He was right. I took the decision upon myself however, I was only trying to set things straight. "I-l apologize, Enzo
..."I shouldn't have concealed the truth from the world. I can't excuse myself for being an accomplice. We were in on it, together. I'm sorry." He repeated as if saying the mantra would bring back my deceased brother."It's hard and a lot for me to take in sir but I... l understand. You loved your son enough to forsake my father. I will try to forgive and forget that fact." I said, my voice hoarse from crying."Thank you. I truly appreciate it. I never knew you were Malton's daughter. He was a good man and my friend at heart. Do not despise him. Whatever wrong he does is not his fault. It's ours since we made him that way." Webster said, continuing."We killed your brother, scarred your father but here you are, married to my son and taking care of him. I deserve to die." He said lastly in pain. Where was I going to start? They've trusted and believed I was married to their son for a year now. I think it's time to reveal the truth. "Mum, Dad, Daphne. I have something to say. You ca
The secret behind the killing....Malton was agitated to see him give in so easily and angrily cocked the gun barrel to finish him off. He stopped abruptly as he heard a scream."Noo, Father. Please don't!!" I shouted.Malton's attention was thwarted as he turned to know who had that voice. Although the face wasn't familiar, he was strangely drawn to the woman. Lorenzo ran inside and stopped at the horrible sight. His father was just a step away from being sent to the afterlife. "It's me, father. I'm Sophie... Your daughter."Malton's eyes widened as he abruptly stepped back. He was suddenly having mixed emotions. His feelings were all over the place as he couldn't believe nor comprehend what was happening. "It can't be. The last time I spoke with Laura she informed me our daughter was sixteen, not this grown adult. And she stays with her mother in New York City." He said, disapprovingly."Father. Please listen to me. I'm Sophie Winterfield, your only daughter. I know you went th
..NEW YORK.Morning.I yawned and opened my eyes. I climbed out of bed and removed my nightie as I went to the bathroom. I turned on the shower as the water cascaded down my body. I turned it off when I was done and reentered the room. I heard my boy's voice calling to me. "Mama!""Miguel, Mummy's coming. Let me put on my clothes... Okay?" I said and went to my closet.I yanked out the blue gown and wore it instantly. I packed my hair into a tight bun and went to his cot. I lowered down and carried him in my arms. He was already a year old to be lying around in a crib although in my eyes he'd always remain a baby. One I watched grow. Just then, a knock came in. My mother walked in."Good morning, Mum." She smiled. "Come down, breakfast is served.""Okay. I'll be right there." She nodded before leaving.I dropped my son on his feet and held his tiny hands as we walked out the door. I climbed down the stairs and stopped at the dining table.I saw the food and drinks had already been
9:35 Pm.Night.So, that was how it happened. It was probably the reason why he couldn't find Malton. So those three had been friends with Sophie's father all along, then how could they betray him? He thought. Sighing, he raked his fingers through his hair. He wouldn't allow anything to befall his Dad. He will protect him. It was never Webster's fault. He battled with his mind, thinking hard about whether to tell his wife what he'd just found out. In the end, he decided it was best not to.His driver parked the car and opened the door for him. He came down and walked inside his house. He went to his room and dropped the briefcase before removing his clothes. He entered the bathroom and had a warm bath, to clear his lousy thoughts. When he went to select his robe, a knock came in. He waited till he was done. "Come in."The door opened and she stepped in. "Sir, your dinner's served." Lorenzo gazed at her and pointed at the table. "Drop it there." She did as she was told with her head
"You don't have to apologize. It's my fault. I should have told you sooner." She said in tears, wiping her eyes as she pulled me into a hug. "Don't cry anymore, my child. I can't afford to see you in tears." She eased back, wiping my teary face."Thanks, Mum. Thanks for telling me the truth.""Are you hungry? I made lunch." She said softly.I shook my head. "I'm good. I only need some rest." I said as my eyes went round my room. I saw Miguel's cot at the extreme and knew he had already gone off to sleep. My gaze fell on the present underneath the table."What's that, Mum?" I asked, curiously."This? Your stepdad was so happy when he got promoted and decided to buy you a present. Damon believed you'd surely come back for it. And you did. I've been praying for your arrival ever since." She went and brought it out, handing it over to me. "I hope you will like it."I grabbed the package, ripping it entirely off. I gasped excitedly as I saw the purple designer handbag and a sparkling brace