Mind racing, body aching, laying under the crinkled silk sheets all naked, with a cigarette gently clasped in his hand he looked outside the glass door, eyes taking in her details. She was sleeping on the couch again. Her petite figure nestled on the small seat like a fragile bud awaiting spring's arrival. Droplets of water from her freshly washed hair danced down, their journey ending within the folds of her white nightgown. Kevin shook his head affectionately, a gentle chuckle escaping his lips with wispy puffs of gray smoke.She's all washed and dressed up. She always does that. Never allow his touch or scent to linger on her body. Never slept beside him unclothed. In all honesty, she rarely stayed in bed once their passionate encounters came to a close. Whenever Kevin stayed for the night, he always found her on the balcony. There's no denying that her distant behavior bothered him.Kevin took a long drag from his cigarette feeling a tumultuous mix of frustration, longing and
The morning arrived earlier than intended. It was a beautiful sunny day after a week of rain. Kate sipped her morning tea in the garden, staring at Emma, who sat alongside Ivy, both marveling at the fluffy clouds drifting across the sky, looking like tiny floating islands. Ivy had grown close to Emma in a matter of hours, which caught Kate off guard. Her daughter was reserved and picky. She had no idea how Ivy had grown so fond of Emma in a day."I believe I have seen her before. It could have been in a magazine or…I don't know," Kate began, unable to recall where she had seen Emma, or maybe she just reminded her of someone. Kate's knowing eyes kept glancing at the younger one, and she found her pretty reserved and quiet. Contrary to her son. Kevin had always been bold and unhesitant. "She's quite the opposite of Kevin," the woman uttered as she sipped her tea. Her blue eyes took in Emma's details once more. She wore a simple blue gown, with her hair tied in a messy bun and no mak
The door swung open, and within seconds the air was filled with his enticing smell. Emma spun around, her heart skipped a beat as she saw him step out of the shower, his toned and glistening torso was the perfect definition of masculine beauty. Even though she had previously seen him naked, the sight of him with only a towel draped around his waist made her heart race for an unknown reason but before she could focus on that her cheeks darkened with the brightest shade of red realizing that she was only wearing a thong. Emma's eyes widened and she quickly turned her back on him in an attempt to hide her bare front from his piercing gaze and scurried to grab her black lace bra and dress from the couch.Kevin's gaze drifted to her lower back and he swallowed hard. The sheer fabric of her thong only served to highlight her buttocks, making them look more enticing. As his eyes took in the breathtaking view, he felt a surge of desire course through him watching how her wavy hair covered h
"Em, where are we?" James asked curiously once the car pulled over in front of the huge mansion. Emma took a deep breath as she looked up at the extravagant place. Her home as he always says. There was something special about this place, something that stirred an emotion deep within her. It shouldn't come as a surprise though given that she'd been living there for over a month. She's an emotional person and always got attached to people and places rather quickly.Taking a few moments to reconsider, Emma decided it was better to keep her relationship hidden from her brother. He was too young and too sensitive to understand the reason behind such an absurd marriage. Even if she told him the truth, she knew it would break his heart that she hid it for so long and kept him away from her. Her love and devotion for her brother was the only thing that had driven her to such drastic measures. She couldn't afford to upset him over something she was certain wouldn't last long and had no future
Emma later went upstairs to her brother's room. James' room was filled with things that he had insisted on carrying from Mina's place. He adores his things and wishes to take them with him wherever he goes. Emma faked a gasp seeing the room. On the bed, the blankets were covered by plushies and coloring books while color packs were laid on the nightstand unevenly. Mina had spoiled him a lot. Emma began to organize her brother's belongings. She placed the plushies on the bed, and neatly stacked the coloring books and packs on the nightstand. When she finished, she stood back and felt a warm wave of nostalgia wash over her.While Emma was arranging his clothes in the closet, James was having a much-needed conversation with his sister, spilling all about his new school, his newfound friends, and how much he missed her all these days. Emma sat beside her brother after she finished arranging his belongings, and the two of them sat for hours giggling and playing games like they used to. So
"Do you need anything, Sir?" Kevin's spell was broken by the old maid's voice. He turned around, stunned, to see Amanda standing behind him, holding a tray of snacks for the kids. He shook his head and looked back, unable to take his gaze away from the moment. From her. It was a rare sight for him as Emma never showed him her emotions. Ever since their marriage, he had never seen her smile or cry. Although there had been a time when he wished to see her tears, when he wanted to hurt her for the humiliation she had caused him, he was now certain he wouldn't like that. Instead, he found the mere thought absolutely absurd. "Would you like me to call her outside?" Amanda asked, looking at him strangely. He was still dressed in his formal attire but there was no tie and his hair was a little ruffled. She was probably unaware of how impatiently Kevin left his room in search of Emma when he didn't find her there. He was glad he found her in time, or he would have missed this beautiful s
"What are you looking for?"She hesitated for a few moments but in the end spoke up, hoping that he had seen her pills, "Sleeping pills." "I threw them away," Kevin retorted calmly. "What?" Emma looked back, shocked. She wasn't able to decipher why he would do it. "I need them." She let out, desperation was obvious in her voice. "I don't want you to take those pills again." Kevin seethed, gray eyes looking at her intensely. "Why?" Emma asked, her anger growing. "I can't sleep without them.""They are not good for your health," Kevin replied, his voice dripping with sincerity. "Why do you care?" Emma questioned, baffled. Didn't he intend to hurt her? Then why is he concerned with her well-being? Before she could argue further Kevin pulled her down and hovered above her petite figure. His gaze met hers. "I like to take care of what belongs to me," Kevin rasped, brushing a strand of hair away from her face and looking at her rosy lips. "And you are mine," he whispered and locked h
It was the beginning of spring. The sun shone brightly and the sky was so clear that it felt like magic. Birds chirped as they flew through the sky, with a melody so sweet it was hypnotizing. After stepping out of the luxurious black car, James slowly walked up the path to Mina's house, carrying his small panda bag on his shoulders and looking down at the vibrant wildflowers that had burst into bloom along the path. The little puppy had already scurried to Mina's door, feeling a sense of comfort and relief at the prospect of returning home.Emma soon joined her brother and they both stopped and took a moment to admire the beauty of the flower beds. The cold winter had been long, harsh and tedious, but the beginning of spring promised new life, warmth, and hope that everything would be fine."What's the matter?" Emma asked, seeing the kid standing quietly. It was so unlike him. James looked up, sunlight glinting off his face, enhancing the beauty of his green eyes, but his endearing
All he wanted was a yes or no, so why couldn't she articulate her thoughts? Or maybe there was something between them. Something that made it hard for her to hate him. Emma didn't know. For the past few days, she had rather been unsure. Her mind was a mess and so was her heart. Both were at war with each other and it was frustrating.Memories of the time when he had hurt her, made her feel weak and the times he had forced himself on her came flooding back. But amidst those memories, she couldn't ignore the moments when he had stood by her side. Through thick and thin, he had been there for her, even when he didn't have to.And above all, it was because of him that she was able to save her brother. Moreover, a strong emotion like hatred had no place in her tender heart."N-no," she let out, defeatedly. Her eyes soon met his silver pools that were like a stormy sea, filled with depths of mystery and emotions. He stood quiet, seemingly frozen but his heart was beating fast, and then
"Do you hate me?" Emma's heart jolted, and she felt a sudden tightness in her chest. The question pierced through like a knife, tearing open wounds that she had attempted to bury deep within her. Her gaze fixed blankly on him, the anguish, fury, and anxiety mingling in her eyes as she remembered all those countless nights she cried herself to sleep with the marks of ownership he left on her body and soul.He was right. She's like the moon, a stunning sight to behold, yet marked by scars. Big ugly scars that ran deep within. Serving as a constant reminder of the battles she's fought and the pain she's endured. Nonetheless, her beauty lies in her strength to carry on despite them.Silence hung between them, suffocating and unbroken. Her eyes flickered nervously while her breaths became shallow and jagged. Although she knew that the answer to his question was a "yes," a blunt brutal 'yes I do' yet she found herself incapable of uttering those words out loud. Was it out of fear or so
"What does it remind you of?" she asked with genuine curiosity, studying him closely now. Emma had always viewed him as a man of dominance, not someone who'd appreciate the beauty of the moon or flowers. She wondered what caused this sudden change in him. Kevin paused, teeth gently sunk into his bottom lip as he gazed at her with an intensity that could only be described as sheer passion. "You."Emma felt her pulse quicken as she heard his words. Her eyes met his again, breaths sharp and mouth shut, unsure how to respond so she waited for him to continue."So beautiful yet so distant, just like you," His words lingered in the air, hinting at a deeper meaning that she couldn't quite grasp. Distant? Was he talking of physical distance or something deeper? Emma was shocked by the irony of his statement. What about the nights they spent in each other's arms? Countless nights she slept while he was inside her, their bodies intertwined as if one. Each morning, her body would bear marks o
"I want everything perfect," Kevin growled into his phone, the warning in his tone unmistakable. "I will not tolerate any mistakes, John," he continued, voice deep and threatening. John, on the other end of the line, knew that Kevin's threat was far from idle. "Don't worry sir. It'll be just like you said,'' John assured him. He had worked for Kevin long enough to know he wouldn't accept anything but the best. Especially when it's about her. He had seen Kevin's meticulous attention to everything, every fucking detail when it came to her. From making sure she was well fed and taken care of, to going above and beyond for her loved ones. Kevin was always vigilant. His forethought in sending guards and maids to Mina's home likely saved her and her unborn child from a potential disaster yesterday. The guards quickly rushed Mina to the hospital when her husband had yet again gone out for the night. Fortunately, the doctors saved her before any serious damage could have been done to her
The men dressed in the finest of attire were seated at the far end of the sumptuous hall, seamlessly discussing their ambitious business ventures and bold investment strategies. One could sense the confidence in the air as they contemplated each possibility, determined to make their mark on the world. The matter seemed important. But despite being in the midst of such a crucial conversation, Kevin's thoughts were elsewhere, preoccupied with her. His mind was filled with nothing but her.Her rejection had enraged him beyond what he had ever felt before yet he restrained himself from letting it out on her and left her alone last night. However the mounting frustration kept gnawing at him from last night until now, and it wasn't only him that it impacted. Those around him had to put up with his simmering rage too.His mind had been in turmoil since the previous night. Why doesn't she want him? He's everything one could dream of—he was rich, handsome, and had power and stature. He had
After a night spent in a haze of anxiety and fear, the next morning dawned with a beaming sky and a soft breeze wafting in through her opened balcony window. Emma sat up in tangled sheets, her head in her hands, and fingers entwined in her hair. Her night had been a relentless cycle of dread and chaos, and though the morning sun was offering a sense of solace, she still couldn't quite shake the feeling of unease that had been plaguing her. His words continued to repeat in her head. He had promised to set her free, so why did he say he wouldn't let her go? Why would he even want to keep her when he’d already got what he wanted? No matter how hard Emma tried, she just couldn't make sense of it. Why was he so confusing?Huffing with desperation, she stared at the side of the bed that appeared devoid of life. The sheets normally crumpled when he was in the bed were perfectly smooth as if untouched. The drenched towel that he wrapped around her shivering body lay carelessly on the couch,
It was exactly like those she shared with her husband. Yet, something was different. Kevin's kisses were more ardent, more commanding—as if possessing her body and soul.Cheeks flushed with a deep shade of red now, Emma tore her gaze away from the couple and glanced at the man sitting across her but found him already looking at her. However, the moment their eyes met, he looked away with a subtle smile leaving her heart pounding.Was he staring at her? Uncertain Emma gazed out the window again and watched the children, who had previously been playing happily, walking back to their homeless mother. Their mother was clearly in a desperate state, her tattered clothes barely offering warmth, and her sad smile suggested that she had nothing to feed her children. Emma's eyes dulled seeing the family in such a state. Life can be really hard to bear at times. Emma wanted to do something to alleviate their suffering, but she clenched her jaws realizing she hadn't brought her bag. A thought o
"Is this a formal dinner?" Emma asked, looking at the magnificent building that stood before her oozing opulence. "No," Kevin looked at her, and suddenly the seemingly enormous space felt intimate as their eyes met. "Just the two of us," He whispered and slid his warm hand down the small of her back. Emma's breath hitched as Kevin's touch ignited something strange within her. His touch felt different. More passionate, yet warm. Possessive but gentle. As they walked inside, her eyes took in the luxurious surroundings. Crystal chandeliers glowed from above, intricate carpets adorned the floor, and opulent furniture filled every corner. The high-end hotel was draped in a soft, dim light, illuminating a table for two next to a huge glass window. The dinner table was spread with a white cloth and the cutlery was a silver alloy. Two wine glasses were placed in the middle of the table right next to the candle.And as he said, there wasn't another soul in sight. It's just the two of them.
“This need is consuming me," he breathed out on her lips. "I want you, Emmeline," Kevin confessed, his breaths coming in heavy, controlled gasps. Before she could even reply, faint whispers drifted through the air and soon voices of women chatting filled the trial room. Embarrassment filled Emma as her eyes darted around, aware that at any moment someone could walk in. Surprisingly, she wasn't scared by the thought of sex today, as her body had grown used to his touch and she was fully aware that he wanted her for pleasure only. But this wasn't the right place for what he had in mind."We can't. There are people," she begged, trying to convince him not to go any further, but his eagerness seemed to be too much for her to handle. She was shaking in his arms and was seemingly unwilling but all he could care about was his throbbing need. "Don't fret," he purred as he kissed her swells again. "We've married in front of the whole world," Emma was surprised by his boldness, and although