Gina's POVI had just rounded up with the last meeting for the day at Saxton Luxury Homes. I was famished and exhausted, alm I needed at the moment was to go home and rest.The time was almost 4pm. My secretary , Jenna and I were in the elevator, heading to the fourth floor where my office was.“Jenna, what else do I have on my schedule for today?” “Nothing else, Ma'am. Someone sent a gift to you.” Jenna said, hiding a smile.“A gift? Where is it?” I asked curiously “I kept it on your table in the office.” Who could have sent a gift to me? I wasn't expecting anything from anyone.We opened the office door, and I saw the gift.It was a big, colourful bouquet of flowers. Instinctively, I raised the flowers to my nose and the scent was refreshing.“Oh my! Who sent these? The flowers are so beautiful and they smell so sweet.” I exclaimed.“The delivery man didn't say. It was anonymous. I think someone just wanted to surprise you.” “This is so sweet!” My mind began to race on who could
Alex's POVTrust Gina to fuck things up. Always mentioning Toni even when I want this to be just about she and I.I had been in a good mood, imagining what her reaction would be when she sees the flowers and other stuff I did.But she just ruined my own mood.My phone rang and it was Jude. It's been more than a week since we struck the deal. I'm sure he would want to know how far I've gone.“Hey, what's up?” “Alex, the man! How is it going? Hope you're living blissfully now?” “Far from it. We still have our usual squabbles.” I said dejectedly.“That's bad. Have you started gifting her yet?” he asked.“Yes. I got some flowers for her today, delivered them to her workplace but it was an anonymous kind of thing. So she didn't know I was the one. I also bought some personal stuff for her but I think she hasn't seen them.” I narrated.“That's good for a start. Let's wait to know how she'll react to them. If she likes them, you know what to do next.” “How will I know if she likes the stu
Gina's POVThe next morning was on a Saturday, I stretched lazily on the bed. The clock on my bedside table read 8:40 am. Today was a Saturday, so obviously, I'm not going to work.My cheeks went red immediately. I recalled the activities of last night. Alex knows how to make use of his hands, I must say. But then, he got me so upset that I was fuming when I came inside my room last night.I forgive him now. I'm not even meant to be upset because he was only trying to be a gentleman. He didn't want to take me in without my proper permission.I'll have to thank him for this later because if I had fucked him last night, I might be regretting it this morning. Judging from the fact that I don't know if he loves me yet.Do I even love him? Am I beginning to love him or am I just loving how he makes me feel?Meanwhile his gifts were just so beautiful. I love the red color of my new beddings and my night wear. There was a soft knock on my door, just as I removed my gown. I was about to rea
Gina's POVI had a quick bath and in less than two hours, Lana helped me to get dressed. I wore a big flowery gown with cowboy hat and took my sunglasses too.By the time I finished, Alex was already waiting for me at the sitting room.“I know I didn't take much of your time. I tried to be very fast.” I chirped.“Is this what you call fast? You took up to two hours” he said, brushing imaginary lint away from my gown.“Well, I'm a lady. A lady is never late, note that.” I smirked.“Noted, Ma'am. You look stunning by the way. In as much as you're dressed casually. I feel like I'm overdressed.” “No. You're good. Let's go to the hospital.” I remarked.“Do you have other plans for today?” He asked as we were heading to the garage.“Not yet. I plan to rest as much as I can. It all depends on whenever we return from the hospital.” I said.“Which car should we use today, Baby?” We were standing at the entrance to the garage.“Let's just go with the Bugatti. It doesn't really matter, right? I
Gina's POVAlex turned to start at me in surprise, the two men stared at each other in disbelief.“Babe, please be calm. These men are not…” Alex pleaded, grabbing my wrist.“I'll handle this.” I reassured.“How much is the said amount? I enquired?“Five Thousand dollars,” Patrick said.“Just five thousand dollars? You dare to embarrass my husband because of such paltry sum?” They were obviously shocked, both from my tone and my actions.“Lana!” Lana came running inside immediately.“Yes ma'am.”“Get my cheque book.” I ordered.In few seconds, she brought it with my ball pen.I scribbled the amount into the piece of paper, tore it out and threw at them.“This is a check of five thousand dollars. Now get out before I do something harsh!” I commanded.“Thank you Ma'am.” They were about to leave when I called them back.“Hold on! Lana, go and call Bruno.” I instructed Lana.When Bruno arrived, he first looked at the men, then at me.“ I don't even want to see these men in my house, anywh
Gina's POV“Alexander! This…I didn't see it coming.” I mused.“You've not seen the best yet. Come with me.” He held out his palm and I joined it with mine.I went into the elevator, a mischievous smile on Alex's lips. Who knows what he is up to now?As we stepped out of the elevator, I couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation. But as the doors slid open, revealing a stunning penthouse apartment, I gasped in wonder.The first thing that caught my eye was the breathtaking view of the lake. The penthouse was situated on the top floor of a sleek, modern building, and the floor-to-ceiling windows offered a clear view of the sparkling water. As I turned to Alex, I saw that he was watching me with a pleased smile on his face. "Surprise," he said, his eyes crinkling at the corners.I smiled back at him, feeling grateful for the thoughtful gesture. "It's beautiful," I said, my voice barely above a whisper.The penthouse was decorated in a modern style, with shiny hardwoo
Alex's POVOn Sunday morning, 7:28 am.I woke up to my phone ringtone, it was my friend, Jude. I rose from the bed, pieces of clothing from last night's adventure strewn on the floor. Gina was still sleeping peacefully and I wouldn't want to wake her.“Hey man, what's up?”“You're still asleep? By this time? That's surprising.”“It's surprising for me too. I can't remember the last time I slept so well.” I mumbled, scratching my hair.“It seems you had a good time last night…” Jude teased.“Why did you call? I'm not ready for you this morning.” I said, diverting the conversation he was trying to bring up.“You'll give me the full details soon. I wanted to remind you about the party this evening.” he announced.“Of course, I won't forget it. I can't miss your house warming party for anything. Gina and I will be there by 8pm.” “Alright then. It'll be my honor to meet your wife in person.” He said with a snicker.“What's funny about that?” “I'm laughing because you're blushing. You're
Alex's POV8pm that nightWhen I pulled up at Jude's new house, the mansion was in a totally different shape.The whole place was buzzing with people of different calibre. I and Gina walked in hand-in-hand and I located Jude immediately.He was at a round table with Toby, Dave and Collins. “The married man is here!” Collins exclaimed.“Welcome to my new home.” Jude said, spreading his arms.“Guys, meet my wife, Gina. Sweetheart, meet my friends. This is Jude, Toby, Dave and Collins.” I said by way of introduction.“Nice to meet you all. Sir Jude, your home is beautiful and welcoming. Thank you for having us.” She said, flashing a very bright smile.“Babe, I'll go and get a drink for myself. Have fun with your friends.” She whispered and winked at me before turning to leave. I pecked her lips softly before she left. When I turned back to my friends they were all laughing.“I can someone is in love. How beautiful.” Toby said.“It's obvious that our plan worked. Look how you were stari
Gina's POV I walked into my house, dropping my bag on the floor. I was exhausted from a long day at work. As I made my way to the kitchen to grab a glass of water, I remembered that I hadn't spoken to Elena in a while.I quickly grabbed my phone and dialed her number. She picked up on the second ring."Gina! Oh my god, it's so great to hear from you!" Elena exclaimed.I chuckled. "Hey, Elena. I'm sorry I haven't called you in a while. How have you been?""I've been good, Gina. But I've had some trouble," Elena said, her voice serious."What kind of trouble?" I asked, my instincts on high alert."Julian and his friends sent some men to capture me," Elena said, her voice shaking.I gritted my teeth. "Those bastards. I'm so sorry, Elena. Are you okay?""Yeah, I'm fine. I managed to escape," Elena said.I took a deep breath. "Elena, I think it's time for you to get out of the country. I want you to fly to Asia."There was a pause on the other end of the line. "Asia? But why, Gina?""Beca
Elena's POV Some Days Earlier***I trudged wearily back to my apartment, my arms laden with groceries from the market. It had been weeks since I'd last spoken to Gina, and I was starting to feel like a ghost, invisible and forgotten.After leaving Lily's house under Gina's instructions, I'd gone into hiding, always looking over my shoulder, waiting for the other shoe to drop. I'd rented a small apartment a few months ago, and it had become my refuge, my sanctuary.But I couldn't stay there all the time. I had to keep moving, had to keep changing my routine, just in case someone was watching. So, some nights I'd lodge in a hotel, paying cash and using a fake name.It was a lonely, isolating existence, but I knew it was necessary. I'd seen what Gina was capable of, and I knew that if she wanted to find me, she would.As I approached my apartment building, I noticed something that made my heart skip a beat. Two men, dressed in black and wearing masks, were snooping around the entrance.
Julian's POVI bent over and ripped the blindfold off the girl's face, my heart pounding. The dim light of the warehouse flickered over her tear-streaked cheeks, but as soon as I got a good look at her, my stomach twisted. It wasn’t Elena. Lily gasped beside me, her hand flying to her mouth. "Julian… this isn’t her."Monica, standing a few feet away, erupted into laughter. "You idiots," she scoffed, shaking her head. "You fools are always being deceived."My jaw clenched so tight I thought my teeth might crack. Rage surged through me like wildfire. I spun around and locked eyes with one of the men who had captured the girl. Without a second thought, I drove my fist into his face, feeling the satisfying crunch of bone against my knuckles. He staggered back, blood dripping from his nose. "You had one job," I snarled. "One fucking job! And you couldn’t even do that right."He groaned, holding his face, but I wasn’t done. I stepped forward, grabbing his shirt, yanking him close. "Go fin
Julian's POV The next evening, we got our confirmation. Bill’s men had eyes on Elena. She had just returned to the apartment after being out all day, and she was alone. “This is it,” Monica said, pacing excitedly. “We need to act now.” I glanced at Lily, but she was avoiding my gaze. “Bill’s men are in position,” I told them. “They can handle the grab. But once we have her, what’s next?” Monica grinned. “We make her talk. One way or another.” Lily shifted uncomfortably but said nothing. I nodded. “Alright. Let’s do this.” I made the call. Lily finally looked up, her eyes wide with unease. “Julian…” I reached for her hand, squeezing it gently. “Trust me.” She hesitated, then gave a small nod. I looked back at the message on my phone. Take her to the warehouse. We’ll be there soon.*******I paced the length of the warehouse, my shoes clicking against the cold concrete floor. The dim light barely illuminated the figure tied to the chair in the center of the ro
Gina's POV As Alex led me to the bedroom, I felt a sense of relief wash over me. The events of the past few days had been overwhelming, and I was grateful for the comfort and safety of Alex's arms.We stepped into the bathroom, and Alex turned on the shower, adjusting the temperature to just right. We stood under the warm water, letting it wash away the stresses of the day. Afterwards, Alex gently towel-dried my hair and applied a generous amount of hair oil, working it through my tangled locks with a gentle touch.As he combed out my hair, I felt my eyes grow heavy, the soothing motion lulling me into a state of relaxation. Alex helped me slide into my nightgown, his fingers brushing against my skin, sending shivers down my spine.We climbed into bed, and Alex wrapped his arms around me, holding me close. I felt safe, protected, and loved."Gina, I want you to promise me something," Alex said, his voice low and serious."What is it?" I asked, my voice barely above a whisper."I want
Gina's POV As the violins played a soft, romantic tune, Alex pulled me close, his arms wrapping securely around my waist. I let out a breathless laugh as he swayed us gently, our feet sinking slightly into the cool beach sand. “Dancing barefoot on the beach?” I teased, gazing up at him. “Who knew you were such a romantic?” He smirked. “You bring it out of me.” I shook my head, smiling. “I still can’t believe all of this. The dinner, the music, the stars…” I sighed, resting my head against his chest. “It’s perfect.” He pressed a kiss to my temple. “That’s all I wanted—for you to be happy.” I closed my eyes, letting the moment wash over me. The rhythmic crash of the waves, the warmth of Alex’s embrace, the feeling of being utterly and completely loved. It was everything. After what felt like forever, he pulled back slightly, his hand still gripping mine. “Come with me. There’s one more thing I want to show you.” I arched an eyebrow. “Another surprise?” He chuckled. “Tru
Gina’s POVAlex led me inside the penthouse, and the moment I stepped through the door, my breath hitched. It was stunning. Soft, golden lights illuminated the spacious living room, casting a warm glow over the polished marble floors. Floor-to-ceiling windows offered a breathtaking view of the ocean, the waves shimmering under the moonlight.A plush white sofa sat in the center of the room, surrounded by sleek modern furniture. In the corner, a grand piano rested near a collection of candles flickering gently, filling the air with a subtle vanilla scent. I turned to Alex, my eyes wide. “This place is incredible.” He grinned, watching my reaction. “I hoped you’d like it.” “Like it?” I spun in a slow circle, taking everything in. “Alex, it’s—” I shook my head, speechless. He walked up behind me, his hands resting gently on my waist. “Only the best for my wife.” A shiver ran through me at the way he said it. I turned in his arms, looking up at him. “You didn’t have to do
Gina’s POVAs the credits rolled on the screen, Alex stretched and turned to me with a mischievous glint in his eyes. “The night’s not over yet,” he said. I raised an eyebrow. “Oh? There’s more?” He smirked. “Of course. You didn’t think I’d settle for just dinner and a movie, did you?” I chuckled. “Honestly? I was already impressed.” “Well, prepare to be amazed.” He took my hand and led me back to the car, opening the door for me like a true gentleman. As I slid inside, he leaned in slightly, his lips brushing against my temple before he shut the door. The simple touch sent warmth rushing through me. When he got into the driver’s seat, he started the engine and turned to me. “Comfortable?” I nodded. “So where are we going?” He grinned. “Patience, my love.” With that, he pulled out of the parking lot and started driving. As we cruised along the countryside, the city lights faded behind us, replaced by open fields and the soft glow of the moon. The radio played sof
Gina's POV I stared at my phone, debating whether to call Alex. After our last fight, I wasn’t sure if he even wanted to hear my voice. But today was Valentine’s Day, and even though I didn’t expect much from him, a small part of me hoped he’d at least acknowledge it. Just as I exhaled and prepared to dial, the door to the boardroom swung open. Alex stood there, tall and composed, holding a massive bouquet of red roses. I blinked, convinced I was imagining things. “Happy Valentine’s Day, Gina,” he said, stepping forward. I couldn’t move. Couldn’t speak. After the argument we had, I expected him to stay mad for at least another few days. But here he was, closing the distance between us, his expression soft but determined. He handed me the flowers, and I hesitantly took them, still trying to process what was happening. “You got these for me?” I asked, my voice almost a whisper. He smirked. “No, for the secretary outside. Of course, they’re for you.” I let out a brea