(Anastasia's POV)"I do.""You may kiss the bride now." The priest said and immediately Charles bent down, pulling Samantha towards him as he kissed her. The crowd was filled with cheers and applause. It was a beautiful sight and Sam was beautiful in the white dress. Ally was crying, her eyes red and puffy as she laid her head on my shoulder."What a sight," Ally said and I scoffed, wiping her tears away gently. I wonder when she's planning to get married. Does she even have a plan to?The couple was glowing under the light. The wedding was being held in Charles's backyard. It was huge with a lovely garden. Snow was falling gracefully but the area was covered with a tent, so no one got affected.The place was decorated with white satin and white flowers of all kinds. It was warm and sweet. There was a huge Vanilla cake that Alice couldn't wait to get a piece of. The mood was romantic. Only a few people were present, relatives and close friends. I knew most of them.Sam was now a Wife.
(Anastasia's POV)"Sam, we need to go home now," I said as I leaned against Caleb's silver Mercedes. The truth is, we just had a quickie in the car earlier which kinda feels weird to me. Sex in public is insane. He almost ruined my dress.Samantha pouted. "But Ana..." She whine as she curled a protective hand around her stomach."We'll hang out next time, after your honeymoon," I said as I wink at her.She giggle and nodded. "Okay, well drive safe, and thank you for coming, sissy," Sam said before peering over her shoulder and smiling at me."Okay, see you soon. Once again, congratulations." Caleb said before moving forward and fist bump to Charles. I kissed Sam on her cheek and she tap Ally's cheek inside the car sleeping soundly as she was too drunk. While Alice waved back at her.Caleb turned around and started to walk toward me and I was thankful I had been blessed with such a man. He looked poised and extremely strong and sexy. He tilted his head and threw me something.I just ba
(Anastasia's POV)I padded out of the bathroom, freshly washed, and tied my wet hair up into a messy bun. Caleb was sitting on the bed, half stripped with his phone in his hand. This is a miracle to see, not with his laptop or computer but on his phone.Is he having an affair with his beloved cellphone?I slyly crawled onto the bed and wrapped my arms around his chest. I heard him chuckle. "You really are insatiable," he said softly as I rested my cheek on his shoulder."Maybe, but I don't hear you complaining," I replied as my fingernails traced circles on his chest, basically, around his nipple. Why does he have a pumped chest? His chest is more firm than any guy's. I mean, I'm not a maniac or what. Just being curious."No, that's true," he said, turning his head to look at me. He put me on his top as my breast were pressed to his firm chest. The fact that I'm wearing a silk sleeveless top with no bra, I feel not suffocated as my breast were juggling whenever I move. I'm becoming a
(Anastasia's POV)"So, are we playing the good cop, bad cop?" I asked as Caleb and I walked toward his office."No, bad cop, silent cop. You will be silent and I will be bad," he replied, shooting me a smile."Fine." I breathed out as nerves overtook me.Caleb stopped at his door and looked at me. "Are you sure you want to do this? I cannot assure you that I will be the nice guy you think I am," he asked.I studied his eyes. "You don't have to worry, have faith," I said, slowly.He nodded and took a deep breath, opening the door."--About fucking time." a familiar voice said as he stepped through.I followed him and saw Damian stand up from Caleb's desk with the tail guy and two unknown men. "Wait, you brought her here? Are you insane?" Damian asked, looking at me in horror.My eyes weren't on him but on the woman tied up to a chair in the middle of the office. His head hung low and short breath come from her nose."It's fine Damian, I've already made my peace with her being here," h
(Anastasia's POV)I watched Caleb's back as he hummed to himself comfortably. It's pretty obvious that he's in a good mood. I wonder why. He was stirring a pot of something and he turned to look at me. "What?" he asked as I smiled at him."You should let me cook," I replied, my phone lighting up on the kitchen counter.I glanced at it before ignoring it. "I like cooking, it clears my head," he replied. If I know, he's bragging about his cooking skills again."I know that, but I'm your wife, so let me do the honor to serve my dearest husband," I replied, as I walk towards him and wrapped my arms around his waist, closing the distance between our bodies. "Right?" I run my hands at his spine, going down to his bulky ass, and squeeze it. He moans in pleasure and chuckles at my gesture. I can't get enough of his sexy bulky butt."Then if you want to serve your dearest husband, why not make it tonight?" he sexily said and kissed me gently on my lips before he sprinkled some parsley into th
(Anastasia's POV)"Let's go," Caleb said, wrapping me in his arms before opening the door to his car.I climbed in as Caleb climbed into the driver's side and pulled his seat belt on. He started driving again, falling back onto the freeway. His hand slid onto my thigh, only taking it off to change gears. I smiled at him, staring at his silhouette as city lights passed us. He glanced in the rearview mirror twice in a row. Frowning, I glanced in the side mirror.It was the same car from the other day. "They really don't give up, do they?" I asked, turning to Caleb.He shook his head. "I'm sorry love, I wanted this night to be special," he said, looking at me."Do what you have to do, I trust you," I said, taking a hold of his hand.He sped the car and the car following us sped up too. This time, they pushed us forward with the front of their car. Caleb grabs his phone and punches something before our tires skidded on the asphalt. Caleb changed lanes quickly dodging between cars. The t
(Anastasia's POV)"Damian bought you cheeseburgers and fries since he finished eating the fruits Aunt and Uncle bought, are you okay with that?" he asked as he walked to the table, grabbed the paper bag, and walked back to his bed.I stood up in the bedside chair quickly. "Really? Yes! I'm okay with that." I said as he chuckled."I know, this is not healthy but there is no restaurant opened at this hour, only a 24/7 convenience store and fast food drive-thru." I rolled my eyes and sat back on the chair. As usual, the healthy guy."What's the difference between fast food and making your own burger and fries? It is still bread with patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sauce, and potato fried in oil with cheese?" he chuckled."The cook itself." I glare at him. So his cook is healthy while the professional cook is not? "We don't know how did they cook this food. If it is used oil or not, if the utensils or the pan itself is clean or not, we don't know that since we can't clearly see how they p
(Anastasia's POV)W-What? D-Divorce?No... No... I won't.I rush out to the room, "No..." Mom stopped in her trance. I know she will feel surprised that it's the first I disobey her decision. Well, maybe the second time around after the Italy matter.She exhales deeply and looks at me as if I committed a huge sin. "Are you disobeying me now?"I slowly shook my head. "I love him, Mom. And he feels the same. You can't force me to divorce him unwillingly. This marriage will survive if you give us your full support, the same as the very first time I introduced him to you." "You have to listen to me, Anastasia!" she yells but I did not flinch. I expected her to be this furious, knowing what I had been caused from the very beginning, by lying."No... I-I know you're so damn mad right now, but can you just support me for real this time, Mom?""That's final, Anastasia. Don't let me drag you out of this country." "NO!" she stops. I froze too. I realized what I just did. This is the first I d
THALIA I was panting and out of breath when I finally reached Damon's hotel room. I did my best to get here as fast as possible.We have not seen each other for two days and I'm worried he might ditch me again without a word.I pressed the doorbell, but still… no response.I'm starting to get panicked inside as I don't know what I should feel: anger or worry. He's really making me mad–The door suddenly opened and a man with wet hair, wearing only a bathrobe, leaned at the door with a frown.“Miss, what brings you here?” “I want to see my groom.”He scoffed. “You can… tomorrow and after tomorrow and for the rest of your life.”I smirk as I'm glad he's still alive and kicking my patience.“Why are you so hot right now?” I asked and tried to get inside his room but he blocked me.“I'm always hot as hell, baby.” His comment didn't impress me. I crossed my arms with a jaw clenched because he stopped me from getting in. “It's almost curfew. I'll take you back.” Curfew? What curfew?
THALIA“Are you able to look after her? Also, she is incredibly costly when it comes to food–”“I am not!” I yelled at Leander's tease. This is actually not the right time to open his mouth and spout nonsense.Damon is true to his words. He really went to see my family tonight just to ask for my hand.Even though I just graduated, I didn't stop him as I didn't want to let him go.“Manners.” Dad sternly said. “She doesn't have that either.” He continued, which made my jaw drop.“Dad!”“Don't yell in front of the food, sweetie.” This time, I gaze at my Mom with pleading eyes. Those two are– “If you can't handle her, feel free to return her.”I chuckled with disbelief at my mother's words. Why is my family like this? They are talking about my bad side instead of my good. Is that how painful it was for them to let me go and live with my man? They are hilarious–“I have too much patience when it comes to a child.”I gasped in surprise at Damon beside me. Is he thinking the same?“You–” I
THALIA Warm tears escalated at the back of my eyes as I held my breath for a second. Lots of words and thoughts came across me, but I didn't know how to react to this, I didn't know how to face him, and I didn't know how I would feel.Fury and longing lingered in my chest as I turned to him with tears welling up in my eyes.There… a man standing three feet away from me, staring at me intently, lovingly, as if he hadn’t left me and made me miss him for a month.He looked the same. “Damon…”His eyes and lips formed a smile before saying, “Congratulations.”I scoffed as I held back my tears.He's really something.“Thanks.” I blankly responded.At least I'm thankful he showed up today, or maybe he's just visiting me, then begone again for a month.As he sensed the intense stare I gave him, his smile faded, and he sighed. “Did you stop waiting?” He said almost a whisper. “What do you think?”He remained silent as his eyes locked on mine using his soft, day-dreamy look, which I hate th
THALIAAFTER A MONTH“After Michael Scott was found dead a week ago, Alfred Laverde was found dead in Whiteface Mountain in the town of Wilmington in Essex County.”Wilmington… That's where Cassie's accident occurred years ago.I avoided my eyes from the TV as my heart suddenly pounded frantically. Anyway, I continue tying the lace of my sandal while trying my best not to react as best as I can at the news.Since Frederick's father was found dead, I'm having a hard time forgetting that news. It breaks my heart to see Fred in tears while mourning for his deceased father.He actually didn't deserve it because he didn't actually kill anyone. Well, almost, and that's us. Still… Fred was a great friend and we noticed he's turning his back on us. Maybe he's blaming us for his loss.And now… my granduncle is also dead.I gaze at my mother, who doesn't even show any emotions while listening to the news. I don't feel the sorrow of losing him. He killed my grandfather, and to be honest, I shou
THALIAMy eyes began to well up with tears of conflicting feelings. Anger, worries, and longing came out all at once. He disappeared without a trace after saying he would come back, and God knows if he’s alive or not. He made me fucking worried for nothing!“Where were you?” That was the only thing I asked.“I have to take care of something–”“Then why did you have to vanish like that?” My voice cracked up in the end as I failed to control it.He avoided my eyes with guilt lingering all over his face. I don't know what to feel. But there's only one thing I could figure out after seeing him again.“To protect you from harm.”I firmly shut my eyes, tears streamed down my cheeks as his words were like hitting my chest with a knife. All he could think was to be my protector, whereas here I am thinking he might have chosen the others over me.Am I being too selfish?I wiped my face as I looked around. Good thing my bodyguards are outside the university. “What happened to Uncle Michae
THALIAI flinched as I was startled when my phone suddenly rang. I got up in bed, sighing as soon as I saw the time. It's almost three, but my eyes won't even close just a bit.My attention was switched to my phone, which still kept ringing. Who would call at this hour?I answered it without looking at the caller.“Wha–”“Thalia.”My brows furrowed at the familiar voice in the end. I checked the number, but it's unregistered.“Ca-Cassie?”“I'm sorry for barking at the wrong tree.” My jaw fell as soon as I confirmed it was her. I jump off the bed and gaze outside the window.“Where are you? Who's with you?” I desperately asked.However, I heard her chuckle and sighed deeply.“I intentionally took the chance that my mother used to work with Laverde and got in as their so-called illegitimate family member.”Her words left me baffled. So… she's not a real Laverde?“What's your reason?”“I have found evidence and took a chance to get closer to the enemy.”“Evidence of what?”“I only want
THALIAI inhale sharply as soon as I exit the building. My chest feels heavy and tightened, and I don't know how to cope with the pain deep inside of me.My fingers firmly curled around the handle of my handbag.It's just my hunch. It's just my guts. It's just my suspicion that it was Damon. But why don't I feel this suspicion is real?I hate it.My phone rang, and Damon's secretary was plastered on my screen.“How was it? Is it Damon?”“No.”Then why did that jerk get Damon's phone?I scratched my temple as I walked to my car. I entered my car with a frown.“Where did that robber find it?”“He said a woman came and sold the phone.”I paused and confusedly thought about who that woman could be.“Woman? Who?”“He couldn't recognize her because she covered almost her face.”Why do people love covering their faces? Scared of the sunburn or hiding from the authorities?Since it's a woman, there's no way Damon is in trouble. So, I don't give a fuck with that woman who stole Damon's phone a
THALIAMom and Dad quickly went to Paris last night. Leander and I left here in New York so that we wouldn't be embroiled in the quarrel with Laverde.It's my mother's family, so I'm afraid Mom will break down. I heard her screaming to Uncle Adam on the phone before they left. I sighed as I put down my spoon on the table. I glanced at Leander, who was also in deep thought in front of his breakfast.“What's gonna happen now?”“What else? Mom possibly cut her ties with them.” I tightly shut my eyes in frustration. Why are there traitors in our lives? “Are we just going to stay here and wait? Mom might break down.”Leander let out a frustrating sigh. “Dad is with her. Also, they won't let us tag along with them.”It's been two decades since that happened. Doesn't the grandfather's case have a statute of limitations? I wonder how they found evidence despite the long period since it happened. Anyway, if it really proves my granduncle was the suspect of my grandfather's death, I hope he
THALIAOne week.It's been one week since Damon went missing. I even helped in looking for him but to no avail. Not even the authorities could find Damon Kane. There's no body or anything that can lead to his whereabouts. It was as if he vanished into thin air.I was depressed and cried every night while I had this hope every day of finding him together with the authorities.My parents and Leander didn't complain about how I poured everything into this search and rescue. They can see through me how desperate I am just to find him and I was hoping he's alive and in a safe place.Uncle Michael, who caused all of this, was on the run and hiding somewhere. Where's his courage to kill off my father's happiness now? Maybe he was also the reason why Leander's secretary was abducted and injured. Leander poured his soul into finding her but was also abducted by Uncle Michael. As of now, I don't know why Leander's secretary was abducted.I refused to talk to Frederick. Not because I hate his