*** Raven ***
We were young and horny. I remembered well that those times of protecting her as her brother became my duty. Now as a husband, I will make sure that she has everything she wants, needs, and even the things she doesn’t want. I will provide it. I will spoil her rotten.
The millions that I inherited from my deceased father after working my ass off to build my own business from scratch was worth it. I wasn’t that rich when I created my own company. I had my friend’s support after my father died. I received all of his wealth and a few for my mother and nothing for the mistress that baby-trapped him.
Hyacinth’s asshole father just sold her quickly to me, protecting the golden daughter. I scoffed at the thought of marrying that liar.
Hyacinth grows well and beautiful. She looked healthy, probably after she moved out from her father’s house. I loved the way she looked in the negligee a while ago. She was now sleeping peacefully after a lot of orgasms that I gave. I noticed that she was not wearing our wedding ring so I headed to the bathroom and took it from the hand figure. I placed it on her ring finger and then took an essential oil and started massaging her calves and feet.
She moaned while she was asleep. If she only that it was so fucking sexy, I would’ve made love to her again. Like before. But I know that she’s tired. Her father starved her the whole day. After the massage on both calves and feet, I pulled the duvet that covered her naked body as I pressed myself to her.
“Hyacinth,” I mumbled. I badly wanted to hear her moan and soft whimpers as she came. It was all music to my ears andeven after three rounds, I will never be satisfied with just once and she knew that she wasn’t satisfied with only once. I will also never get tired of her.
“Raven.” Her voice was so soft and light.
“Baby, I’m gonna start again.” I bit her lower lip and nibbled it while watching her reaction as I rubbed myself to her. She’s so hot that I think I couldn’t last long. “Hyacinth,” I called as her eyes were a little open. “Please, I need you.”
She spread her legs and I know that she’s giving me consent.
I slept like three hours after our final lovemaking. I woke up to prepare. I checked my phone and exercised a little in the gym, bath, and put on a suit. I don’t really care what I wear but they aligned it well.
Once I was well dressed, I approached the bed and sat beside her. She’s sleeping peacefully and beautifully. I kissed her cheeks, her nose, her lips.
“Bud, I will be off to work.” She turned back from me but I showered her more with kisses. Damn, her scent just made me hard again. I kissed her shoulders and tucked her in securely.
I went outside the balcony and headed downstairs since it’s connected to the garden. I picked up fresh flowers and headed back. I took out the envelope that I prepared and placed it over my pillow. I gave her one last kiss on her pointed nose.
I took my phone and wallet. And now that I have her as my wife, I will just have to transfer all of the stock that I bought under her name. Her father didn’t even give her any shares in the company. Not even one percent.
I hopped into my sedan as my driver, Mr. Gian greeted me. I smiled and nodded at him.
It was an hour's drive to get to the office. I looked at Zian, my friend and my acting COO, and currently as a secretary. He’s wearing a midnight blue casual suit and he handed out the iPad as soon as he saw me.
“Rosie went out in Hawaii…” He said as I looked at Rosie’s posts which I didn’t care about. “It seems that she’s there to have fun with guys in her bikini,” Zian added.
“Hmm, I see.” I just answered nonchalantly.
“Aren’t you worried that she might fuck someone there?” He asked. “Isn’t she supposed to be your wife?”
I couldn’t help but laugh loudly as it echoed in the halls and probably a few employees turned their heads at us. But I couldn’t help it. Zian is like my clown.
“You are funny, bro.” I sighed. “Now, send out a personal shopper for my wife. She must start spending my money today.”
Zian smirked since he knew my games well. I don’t know what he’s thinking but Zian hasn’t met Hyacinth or anyone from my circle of friends. But I already mentioned a few things to him about Hyacinth. My little Hyacinth.
*** Hyacinth ***
I woke up feeling sore. When I opened my eyes, I found flowers beside my bed. It was freshly picked in a small envelope. I sat up as I opened it and found a black credit card and a card. I creased my brows as it indicated a VIP black card with gold print and my initials.
“What…” She mumbled. “What the hell?”
I looked at the card behind it.
Dear Hyacinth. Personal shoppers will be there. It’s time to level up your wardrobe. You are beautiful and you deserve some expensive stuff. Even though you don’t need it.
XOX
-Raven
P.S. I’ll be home late, but I’ll make sure to give you a mind-blowing blow.
I gaped and didn't know how to react. Is he this rich to even have this kind of card? I felt my face hot. Was I flushing? Shit! My plan failed. I was supposed to be platonic and to never act pleased every time we did it but I remember exactlythat I was so into it and I even kissed him back.
“Fuck!” I screamed out realizing that my plan indeed failed perfectly. In my annoyance, I couldn’t help but throw the pillows. I stopped when there was a quick knock on the door and I reached for the robe and put it on. The maid entered and bowed her head.
“Mrs. Reeves, your breakfast is ready. Would you like to have it by the balcony?” She asked nicely. I am not used to this.
“Y~Yes, please.” I cleared my throat since my voice didn’t sound right at all.
“My name is Irene. I’ll be your maid.”
“My, what?” Did I hear it correctly or I was still asleep?
“I’ll be assisting you. With your clothes, your bath, your hair… Also with your skincare routine.”
“No!” I raised my hand to stop her. I am not comfortable with other people touching my body at all. Skincare routine? I had that and it was cheap. “I think breakfast is fine and a mess…” She looked around. “Can we remove all of the flowers from the room, maybe just leave one vase?
“Will do, Madam.” Irene smiled as she bowed her head. “I will prepare your breakfast and we will prepare your bath.”
“Thank you.”
I watched as Irene took out a walkie-talkie and called other maids. It was a mansion and it was a big one.
I glanced at the mirror on the ceiling just above our bed which I only noticed last night while Raven was sexily pumping~~Oh, damn. I shouldn’t think about it. I slipped off of bed and headed to my closet I rummaged through my bag and found my make-up pouch. I took an afterpill and my morning pill so I wouldn’t get pregnant. The thought of getting pregnant made me anxious. Never again.
***Hyacinth***I felt like a doll being dressed up by Irene and the driver drove me to wherever appointment I had. Irene said that there’s a personal shopper that I am meeting. I never shop luxuriously for myself. And I remember that Rosie doesn’t have a personal shopper herself. She likes doing it all by herself. There were two personal shoppers. The first thing they did was a color test on my skin. They placed different types of cloth under my neck and they decided on what kind of dresses I should wear. But what shocked me was meeting a known Dermatologist across the country. She’s not just a dermatologist but a nutritionist as well. It’s hard to secure a schedule with her and Rosie tried hard to get it. But it seems that I just received a free pass. “Mrs. Reeves,” She shook my hand as I gaped at her stunning features. “I’m Doctor Madison.” She had beautiful, flawless glowy skin. “Pleasure to meet you, Doctor Madison. Please call me Hyacinth.” I said softly as Doctor Madison grin
** Hyacinth ** I stood there for what seemed forever. My eyes focus on him. I don’t know why I am still hurt. Why did he tell me to meet him at the club and meet his friends? Why was Rosie there? Why was he letting her touch him? I shouldn’t feel jealous. I shouldn’t get angry, but my heart is about to burst.Does he still love her? I don’t understand now. I felt trapped in this marriage. I was finally back from wondering when Raven stood. His face was serious and he pushed Rosie. He approached me and reached my hand but I gently pushed it. “Hyacinth.” His voice was deep. “Let's talk later. Your sister… you can tell her to leave.” I furrowed at him. He’s talking nonsense again. “Who am I to tell her that?” I chewed my lower lip as I tried hard not to cry. No. I shouldn’t cry. I am over him. “Wife,” He pulled my waist closer but I looked away. He reached my chin and lifted it closer to his serious face. “You own the club now. I told you, my friends.” What the hell? Own the club?
***Hyacinth***“Raven, did you get rid of her?” David asked which caught my attention. I looked around and didn’t see Rosie anywhere. But as soon as Raven sat down, he already smelled like her perfume which I hated. His hand was on my thigh. I pushed it away, feeling uneasy. I was about to relax when I felt his lips move to my earlobe. “Hyacinth. I just got rid of your sister… so don’t ever stop me from touching you.” He whispered. If he only knew that my stomach was near my throat. I felt sick to the stomach. Raven was showing me that he and Rosie…“Your sister is beautiful,” David said as I looked up at him. “Is she the heiress of Dawson?” Just as I expected, everyone is allured by her. I wouldn’t be surprised that one day, they will turn their backs on me or they will start talking about me when I have my back at them. I smiled at David’s comment, plastering all of my emotions and my pain. I shouldn’t get hurt whenever Raven speaks to my sister. But I couldn’t help it. After a
*** Hyacinth***I waited for a few seconds before he answered. “Of course,” He answered casually, took out a cigarette, and searched for a lighter. “You need to get out if you smoke near me,” I said coldly and turned my head to the window again. I heard his chuckle and he sighed after. “I’m sorry,” I felt his hand on my hair, gently stroking it with his fingers. “I won’t smoke again.” “I don’t care, Raven,” I said coldly. “Rosie will be working in the company, that’s why she’s back.” He said out of nowhere.I don’t know what to say. I knew that. She’s the Queen in that company anyway. “Hyacinth,” His voice was deep as I heard him exhaling. “Why won’t you work in the company? I’ll give you a higher position and any position you want.” “Higher position?” I scoffed. “Higher position had a lot of work to do.” “Most higher positions mostly pass work to lower positions.” he chuckled. “Rosie already named a position for herself.” I turned my head to see his smirk. “What is it?” “C
***** Hyacinth *****I sniffled and wiped my tears. “I have the original copy of the documents you need.” He handed the documents. “How did you get my email?” “Through your step-mom. Miss Darcy.” I froze as I stared at his teal eyes. He doesn’t seem to be lying. And I wasn’t staring at his gorgeous eyes because he’s good-looking, but the fact that he knows Darcy as my stepmother and now my mother-in-law, Raven’s mother. “She did?” “Yes,” He nodded. “We happened to visit your family residence and Miss Darcy happened to pass by your residence and approach us. Have you spoken to her?” I shook my head as I sniffled. She wasn’t even at the wedding. “Here’s my calling card. Call me if you need something. I am willing to help you.” “You looked young to take care of this case.” I was curious. If it was years ago, I was an infant… How is he handling my grandmother and mother’s assets?“Actually, my father was your mother’s lawyer. He was partially retired.” He explained shortly with t
***** Hyacinth *****I went out to the mall again to meet with Maggie, Anthony’s secretary. They also noticed that my driver was lingering around. He found me quickly but I stayed casual so as not to get caught with my plans. “Raven wouldn’t let me leave, so I need your help.” “Yes, of course. We will book a flight for you and Mr. Charles can accompany you until you settle.” I reached out an envelope with money in it but she stopped me. “No, we won’t take it. We will only send you the bill once we have it settled.” Maggie said. “Raven Reeves is a billionaire, he can detect you wherever you go. We will work on that. But with your claims, you can get all of his assets since he cheated and you have evidence. You also didn’t sign up for a prenup, right?” “I don’t want his assets,” I said softly. If I was after his money, we would meet each other again and again. “I don’t ever want to see him.” “We can file charges toward him and Rosie,” Maggie added. I was silent but I just wanted a
*** RAVEN ***It was an eight-hour flight. When I arrived at the mansion, the first thing I went to was our bedroom. I checked her closet and half were taken, leaving the glamorous gowns and cocktail dresses. There were expensive bags and high-heeled shoes. Like she only took the comfortable ones. Her jewelry? She didn’t take much of it. Like she hasn't taken all of the ones that I bought and designed for her.I went to bed because I knew that’s where she was going to leave a letter. A red envelope was waiting with the rings over it. I glanced at the maid whom I assigned to assist Hyacinth… waiting outside on the open door. I slid the rings into my pocket as I opened the document. There’s a letter on the envelope. I open it and read it before going to another document.Raven,I don’t know why you marry me. But I don’t want to be drawn into you again. I had enough of the pain from the past. It hurts… so much. Also, do not blame your staff. I drugged them so I could escape. Don’t find me
****HYACINTH****It’s been ten months. After I resigned from the company, I became a full-time writer. I got used to living in a two-story cabin. I have been taking care of the mini vegetable garden. I also rarely go out unless I am out of food. I somehow received a lot of money from the first book that I published. I was happy living life alone, away from social media and people who gave me pain. I managed to communicate with my best friend through my number. After months of not contacting her, she scolded me. She was so worried and told me everything that happened after five months of disappearing. Raven, which she mentioned as my ‘husband’. He’s been around her many times, and he has had men follow her just to track her. But I bet if she ever had a stalker, they would be bored of her. She's a laid-back person just like me. She would rather sleep than go out with people she doesn't know much. They probably got tired. I managed to break contact with them for ten months. Surely, my
*** Hyacinth ***The soft glow of the moonlight filtered through the curtains, casting a serene ambiance in our bedroom. Raven’s arms were wrapped around me, his warmth seeping into my skin as we lay there, basking in the afterglow of our love. His fingers traced lazy patterns on my arm, and I couldn’t help but smile, feeling utterly cherished. Raven made me feel like the most important person in the world, like nothing else mattered when we were together. His love was my sanctuary, a place where I could be completely myself, vulnerable and unguarded.As we made our way downstairs, his hand never left my side, his possessive and tender touch. I loved how he always seemed to need to be close to me as if even the slightest distance was too much. His PJ pants hung low on his hips, and I couldn’t help but admire the way his muscles moved with every step. Raven was effortlessly handsome, his dark hair tousled, his eyes always holding a hint of mischief. But it wasn’t just his looks that ca
*** Raven ***Janice’s unease was palpable, a dark cloud hovering over her usual sharp demeanor. She stood in the corner, her fingers gripping the wine glass like it was the only thing keeping her grounded. My eyes narrowed as I tried to piece together what had shaken her so deeply. The flowers—those damned flowers—were a piece of the puzzle, a clue to the stalker who had been lurking in the shadows. But before I could dig deeper, the door opened, and Anthony and Maggie walked in.Hyacinth greeted them with her usual warmth, but my stomach churned. Their arrival felt... calculated. My plan was unraveling, and I didn’t like it.The evening pressed on, the room filling with laughter and the clinking of glasses. My mother and Hyacinth had outdone themselves with finger snacks and drinks, creating an atmosphere that felt almost too perfect. Eino, ever the social butterfly, was already deep in conversation with my friends, his familiarity with Anthony raising my suspicions. Venla, graceful
*** Darcy *** As I stood there, holding the bouquet of Hyacinths, my heart sank. The flowers were beautiful, but they carried a weight that made my stomach churn. The note inside the envelope was a stark reminder of the darkness lurking around Hyacinth and Raven. My hands trembled slightly as I unfolded the paper, and the words written there sent a chill down my spine. The sheer malice in the message was overwhelming. *How could someone be so twisted?* I thought, my mind racing. My protective instincts flared—Hyacinth was like a daughter to me, and Raven, though stubborn and reckless, was my son. I couldn’t let anything happen to them.Janice’s voice pulled me out of my thoughts. “Auntie? What’s so horrifying?” Her sharp eyes caught the tension in my expression. I tried to brush it off, to shield her from the ugliness of the situation, but Janice was relentless. She was a prosecutor, after all, trained to see through lies and half-truths. When she took the note from me, I felt a mix
*** Patricia ***The air was thick with unspoken tension as we moved through the mall, a strange undercurrent weaving through our little group. I couldn’t help but notice the subtle shifts in body language, the way Raven’s grip on Hyacinth’s waist tightened whenever Eino leaned in too close, his Finnish words flowing smoothly, almost too familiarly. Bless her heart, Hyacinth seemed oblivious—or maybe she wasn’t. Sometimes, I wondered if she was just playing the part, her face a mask of innocence while her mind worked in ways I couldn’t quite decipher. She was always hard to read, like a book written in a language I only half-understood.Raven, on the other hand, was an open book. His possessiveness was almost comical, his arm a constant anchor around Hyacinth, as if he feared she might float away if he let go. And then there was Venla, her eyes lingering on Raven a little too long, her laughter a little too bright. It was like watching a soap opera unfold in real-time, and I couldn’t
*** Hyacinth ***I stood there, torn between wanting to invite Eino and the hesitation that kept me from taking that step. It wasn’t that I didn’t want him there—I owed him. He had been kind to us months ago during the typhoon when everything was coming undone. But it wasn’t easy, either. Even though the mansion was technically under my name, I still felt like it wasn’t just mine. It was ours. Raven and mine. And Raven, my husband and provider, was the one who truly made it feel like home. I needed his approval, but I didn’t want to seem too eager.Raven’s voice broke my thoughts, warm and low. "Big purchase, huh," he said, his arms wrapping around my waist, pulling me closer. His lips grazed my earlobe as he whispered, “How about some sexy lingerie?”I froze, feeling his words tickle my skin, but then the heat of embarrassment rushed through me. I quickly covered his mouth, my eyes darting toward Patricia, who was standing behind us. I could feel her cringing, probably disgusted by h
*** Raven ***Eino’s eyes lit up upon seeing me. His face glows with that charming smile that he always flashes on my wife. I smiled at him formally and approached him while Seth followed my wife and Patricia into the store.“Eino, you are here… in the Philippines.”“Yes,” He grinned. “Oh, it’s amazing here during Christmas, just what Hyacinth said. It’s not cold. I mean, for us Finns, it’s practically warm!” He laughed. “I was telling Hyacinth that we have this cozy little condo in the city. It’s perfect for the holidays. But guess, what? My girlfriend, she’s been curious about what Christmas feels like in the Philippines. Can you imagine? No snow, just sunshine,” He looked at his girlfriend as they chorus on the first word. “Warm weather! I think he wants to experience something completely different. But here it’s magical. "I’m glad that you like it here." Eino’s voice was warm, but I couldn't help but wonder if it was genuine. I stole a glance at his girlfriend, trying to place her
*** Hyacinth *** I can’t shake the feeling that something’s off, like the air around me is thick with uncertainty. My eyes keep flicking back to the screen of the phone, where the memory of those photos lingers, elusive. I swear I saw them, a quick flash of images sent by someone I didn’t recognize—someone who clearly wanted me to see them, only for them to vanish in a heartbeat, as if erased by some invisible hand. But why? Why delete them right away? My heart’s racing a little now, and I find myself scrolling aimlessly, hoping for some explanation that never seems to come.Then there’s him—my husband. He’s lying next to me, so still, his breathing slow and deep like he’s in a deep sleep, unaware of the mess of thoughts swirling around in my head. It’s almost comforting in a way, that quiet rhythm of his breath, but it also feels distant, like there’s a wall between us I can’t quite break through. He mentioned giving me a new phone, with an electronic sim card. He seemed… calm about
*** Cal ***I stared at her face for a long time and kept my distance. She was too drunk this time and I took her to her room but she held me down, and ripped my clothes… we kissed but then she fell asleep quickly on my chest. She should be washing up and putting her skincare on but then, she slept like a baby, so I wiped her face and removed her makeup.She looked like an angel without any makeup on.“Oh geez.” I pulled on my pajamas and winced when I accidentally touched my hard manhood. This is Kelly’s curse to me. I get hard easily.“Hmm, Cal?” She mumbled.“Kel,” I moved closer to her. “Do you want me between your legs?”“Hmm, nope. Food. I want food.”I reach for the phone and call the kitchen. Then, I realized that it was only Irene who was in the kitchen and I was about to hang up but Irene spoke.“Hello?”“Uhh, Irene~~about breakfast.”“Yes, I will leave it by the door.” She said.“Thank you.” She hung up like she knew what to do.“Water.”“Alright,”I jumped off of bed, even
*** Hyacinth *** It seems that my husband loves Patricia’s gift. He then decided to leave shortly just before it’s his turn to hand out the gifts. He distributed the boxes and gave Patricia a few more boxes and wasn’t wrapped well. “Wait, what are these?” She asked and he put more. I chuckled as Patricia counted all of the gifts, small and big. “My gifts for you.” “This is an exaggeration.” She squinted her eyes at him. “Twenty gifts?” I laughed. “What? That’s only too little.” He then took his name from Zian’s hands as he handed the gifts. What I didn’t expect is there’s more gifts for me. Like five more or six? I was puzzled. Then, I checked the years. I think it was his gifts for the past years that we are not together. “This is indeed an exaggeration.” I agreed with my best friend but I couldn’t help but to be so happy that I received so many gifts today. On every Christmas. I usually don’t get gifts. I mean, I don’t get anything at all. Except when Darcy and Raven came int