Hilda's face went pale, her mouth opening and closing as she searched for the right words. "I... I'm sorry, madam" she stammered. "I didn't mean to.""It's okay," Althea said, her voice soft but stern. "But I need you to do something for me. Please let me know when Adam leaves for work, and don't tell him about this."Hilda nodded, her eyes wide. "Of course, Mrs. Ruiz... I mean, Mrs. Wilson." She bit her lip, mortified at her slip of the tongue. "I'm so sorry, I didn't mean to call you that."Althea sighed, her heart heavy. She wasn't sure how she felt about being referred to as Mrs. Wilson. On the one hand, it felt strange and wrong, like she was living a lie. On the other hand, it was a reminder of the impossible situation she found herself in."It's okay, Hilda," she said, trying to reassure the flustered housekeeper. "Just... let me know when Adam leaves, please.”Althea just turned around and went into her room, closing the door gently behind her.After Althea laid on her bed, she
Althea denied having any knowledge of Timothy cheating on her, revealing her lack of awareness.“No, I never knew anything about Timothy cheating on me.” She said Milan chimed in, "We all thought you knew, that's why you broke up with him and rushed into marriage with Adam."Aura added, “I'm even surprised how she did that. I can't believe it! Althea, you married the son of Mr. Carter Wilson, the most feared man in the city, and the shocking part is that no one had set their eyes on Adam for so long until you got married to him!” "I mean, if you think about it, it's really not that surprising. They're both family friends, so maybe it was an arranged marriage or something," Katarina mused.As the girls chatted away, Althea stayed quiet, her mind buzzing with questions about the surprising revelation. She couldn't seem to gather her thoughts, everything was just a jumble in her head."Timothy, a cheater? This has got to be a lie!" she thought to herself, but deep down, a small part of
Althea stepped into her boss’s office feeling nervous. Her boss closed the door and stood next to her, keeping a respectful distance. There was someone sitting in one of the chairs, and Althea could see the back view of a the person but Althea couldn't see their face yet“She's here.” Her boss announced her arrival as he took his seat.The person in the chair turned around, and Althea was shocked to see that it was Adam, someone she knew very well. Her face clearly showed her surprise."Adam, what are you doing here?!" Althea blurted out as soon as she saw him, unable to hide her astonishment.Adam grinned as he got up, his hands casually in his suit pockets. "I'm here to take my wife out for a breakfast date since she skipped having it at home," he said, emphasizing the word "wife."Althea looked at him in confusion, almost stepping forward . "Boss, I don't know this man here," she said firmly to her boss.Adam's smirk faded, replaced by a look of confusion and uncertainty. "What? You
“Yeah, it's hard to believe that she actually got married. I mean, back then, she used to be so obsessed with you that it was sickening. Who would have thought that Cherry would be able to love someone else?!” Amos said, chuckling a bit."Yeah, I remember those days. It wasn't so funny back then," Adam replied.Who would have thought that men, successful business men do gossip too? Althea thought to herself.“By the way-”Amos was about to say something when Althea cut in, sounding annoyed as she asked, “Can we please just go now? I really don't want to be here anymore.” Her tone was brusque, and it was clear she was getting frustrated.Both Amos and Adam seemed taken aback by her sudden outburst. Adam teased, "Oh, now she's ready to go!" and they both laughed. Were they making fun of her? Althea thought. She instantly concluded that they were and immediately walked out on them.“She's a tough one, isn't she?” Amos commented once Althea had walked out.“Yeah, that's why I love her.” A
Adam pulled up to a cafe and Althea's breath caught in her throat as she stared at the place through the window of the car and then back at Adam. It was a place she hadn't thought about in years, but the memories came flooding back as soon as she laid eyes on it. Adam seemed to notice her reaction, and a satisfied smile spread across his face.“You remember this place, don't you?” he asked, his voice gentle.Althea nodded, unable to find the words to respond.“Come on, let's go inside.” Adam said.She couldn't believe he still remembered this place after all this time. It has been so long. They both got out of the car and Althea couldn't stop staring at the building. The look in her eyes made Adam happy. She didn't even wait for him to open the car door for her. Althea's mind went blank and she was left speechless, tears welling up in her eyes. She gasped as memories of the past came flooding back.The building in front of them was a place she had always loved. It was her favorite ca
Adam's eyes widened in surprise. “I didn't know that. Why didn't you ever tell me about this before? Why didn't I know about it?” he asked, his tone betraying his confusion and concern. He thought he knew everything about Althea, but this revelation had him questioning that assumption.With her gaze still focused on the writing, Althea spoke.Her eyes filled with tears as she recounted the painful memories of her childhood. “Your constant dismissal of my thoughts and feelings throughout our childhood had a profound impact on me. I came to believe that my words and actions were unimportant, that I myself was insignificant. I came to dread your presence, as I knew you would only reinforce those beliefs. You always made me feel like I was stupid, like my ideas and opinions were worthless. I was afraid to tell you about the name because I thought you'd just call it dumb and make me feel even worse that I would end up hating the name because your words had always stung.”“You would always m
“But,” Althea continued, her voice softening. “It’s also because of you, Adam.”Adam’s heart skipped a beat, his eyes wide in surprise.“Yes, you hurt me, but you also taught me a valuable lesson about self-love. When I was young, I let your words define me, but I’ve since learned that only I can define who I am.”A smile graced Althea’s lips, filled with an honesty that was both vulnerable and brave.“So, I guess what I’m trying to say, Adam, is that I forgive you.” Althea’s words hung in the air like a fragile promise. “Not because I’ve forgotten the pain, but because I’ve learned from it. And for that, I’m grateful to you.”Adam’s eyes watered, his heart both swelling and shattering in the face of her forgiveness. “Althea,” he whispered, unable to find the words to convey the depth of his emotion.Adam’s voice was strained, his words thick with pain and regret. “I see why you love him.”“I do,” Althea said with a gentle nod, her voice wistful. “Timothy has a way of understanding me
After savoring the sweet taste of the cake and shake, Althea had a small dab of strawberry cream perched innocently on her upper lip.“You’ve got a little something right here,” Adam said, gesturing towards his own lips to indicate the spot.Althea touched her lip and felt the moisture, confirming Adam’s observation. “Thanks,” she said with a sheepish smile, quickly snatching up a tissue to tidy herself.“You’re welcome but truth be told, it looked pretty good.” Adam couldn’t resist a playful tease. “Like, if you ever wanted to grow a mustache, it would look good on you.”Althea’s laughter filled the room, and Adam found himself joining in, his own laughter mingling with hers.As the laughter subsided, she looked at Adam, a soft smile playing on her lips. “This was nice,” she said, her eyes shining with gratitude. “Thank you for bringing me here, to the most beautiful memory of my past. I owe you one, Adam Wilson.”Adam grinned and replied, “It isn't over. We’re not done yet.”“You mea
He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.
He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.
He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.
He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.
Zaya stood still unable to move and held her breath in. Kabir moved on to put his second hand around her waist, drawing her closer to him, causing Zaya to let out a hitched breathing.Kabir leaned in again on one side of her ears and whispered “You smell so nice!” with a deep voice, taking a whiff of the scent of her perfume from the side of her neck.Kabir leaning him and taking a sniff of Zaya's side neck was like heaven to her body. She didn't know when she almost let out a moan but held back in caution.“A minute is already over.” She announced to him as she tried to move but he pulled her back in. Kabir tightened his grip on her waist in a way that didn't hurt her.“Not yet. Until I say so.” He replied to her as he took his hands off her waist. With one of Kabir's hands free, he held Zaya's hands gently and placed them on his hands wrapped around her neck. Zaya tried to withdraw her hand but he put it back. Kabir went on to put his hand back around her waist.“Kabir, I need to go
Zaya stood still unable to move and held her breath in. Kabir moved on to put his second hand around her waist, drawing her closer to him, causing Zaya to let out a hitched breathing.Kabir leaned in again on one side of her ears and whispered “You smell so nice!” with a deep voice, taking a whiff of the scent of her perfume from the side of her neck.Kabir leaning him and taking a sniff of Zaya's side neck was like heaven to her body. She didn't know when she almost let out a moan but held back in caution.“A minute is already over.” She announced to him as she tried to move but he pulled her back in. Kabir tightened his grip on her waist in a way that didn't hurt her.“Not yet. Until I say so.” He replied to her as he took his hands off her waist. With one of Kabir's hands free, he held Zaya's hands gently and placed them on his hands wrapped around her neck. Zaya tried to withdraw her hand but he put it back. Kabir went on to put his hand back around her waist.“Kabir, I need to go
He thought back to the events that had led up to this moment, trying to understand how he had been drawn into this web of deceit. He remembered the day he had first met Austin, and how quickly their relationship had grown. Austin had seemed like such a charming and charismatic man, but now Nathaniel saw him for what he truly was: a dangerous and manipulative individual.Zaya stood still unable to move and held her breath in. Kabir moved on to put his second hand around her waist, drawing her closer to him, causing Zaya to let out a hitched breathing.Kabir leaned in again on one side of her ears and whispered “You smell so nice!” with a deep voice, taking a whiff of the scent of her perfume from the side of her neck.Kabir leaning him and taking a sniff of Zaya's side neck was like heaven to her body. She didn't know when she almost let out a moan but held back in caution.“A minute is already over.” She announced to him as she tried to move but he pulled her back in. Kabir tightened
Aurora was the definition of grace itself as she walked towards the stage. She took her time and made sure that everyone witnessed her beauty. It was as if everything stopped just to see her walk towards the altar.Austin and Henry on the other hand was seething with anger but tried they tried to hide it as much as possible but it was of use. Liam had won in his fight and even though Dominica hated Aurora, she couldn't help but stare at her in disbelief at how beautiful a person could be.God definitely took his time with her was the thought that filled everyone's mind.
[2/27, 2:31 PM] Sapphire: Ah, you're talking about a photo booth! They're pretty common in the US, and they're usually found in malls, amusement parks, and fairs. They're a lot of fun, and they're great for taking goofy pictures with friends. Have you ever used one before?[2/27, 2:31 PM] Sapphire: Sure, here's how it works. First, you step into the photo booth and close the curtain behind you. Then, you insert coins or bills to pay for your pictures. Next, you press the button to start the countdown. Once the countdown is over, the camera flashes and takes a series of pictures. After a few minutes, the pictures are printed out, and you can take them with you. It's a pretty simple process, but the results can be pretty hilarious! Have you ever taken any silly pictures in a photo booth?[2/27, 2:32 PM] Sapphire: Once you've taken all the pictures you want, the photo booth will start printing them out. It usually takes a few minutes for the pictures to be ready. Some photo booths even l