Tyson's POV I watched the sunrise, with a melancholy look, and I couldn't help but remember Zina and I promised each other a bank then.“I love you so much, and I don't think I will ever survive without you.” Zina giggled snuggling into my embrace.“Hmm me too,” I said gently because I was always a person of little words, but with Zina's there was no room for such.“What's that? Did you mean I'm the only love sick here, don't you love me too?” She asked.“No, that's not it. I also love you so much, I want you to be the person that I wake up, and watch the sunrise with.” I said with a shy smile, and she smiled as she kissed me.“I'm going to cherish you forever, Tyson.” She vowed, as her laughter rang through the old studio, and that alone filled my heart.“That liar, how could she lie so boldly, and what life did she abandon me for? She couldn't even enjoy that,” I mumbled, and walked out of the balcony having had enough of the view.I didn't get enough sleep last night after Zina's
Zina's POV Tonight, I was finally losing my virginity—and to my husband, no less. The feeling of having my vagina popped at last.I stared at Tyson as he carried me across the room, his arms strong and steady. "You know," I teased, "you're supposed to carry me over the threshold, not to the bedroom."He laughed, his grin as wide as the sky. “Who says I can’t do both? Besides,” he leaned down to kiss me lightly, “I could carry you forever if I had to.”I giggled, feeling a warmth I hadn’t known in years. “In that case, you better make me comfortable.”His deep chuckle filled the room as he kicked open the door. My breath hitched at the sight inside. The room looked like a dream—candles softly flickering, rose petals scattered across the bed in a pattern that screamed romance.Tyson laid me down gently, his dark eyes locking with mine. I felt a blush creep up my face as I whispered, “You know I’m a virgin, right?”His expression softened, and he brushed a strand of hair from my face. “
Zina's POV Tonight was supposed to be the happiest night of my life. Now, my uncle's gun was pointed at Tyson’s head, and I couldn’t let him pull the trigger.“Sign the papers, Zina,” Luther said, his voice as sharp and unyielding as the weapon in his hand. “Or your husband dies.”Tyson’s lip was bleeding, his shirt torn from the scuffle with the enforcers who now held him pinned against the wall. Still, his eyes burned with defiance as he looked at me. “Zee... don’t do this,” he said, his voice hoarse but steady. Hearing my pet name from him almost broke me.Ethan, my cousin, stood nearby, arms crossed and a smug grin plastered across his face. “Come on, Zee,” he said mockingly. “Be reasonable. The poor guy doesn’t deserve to die for your bad decisions.”The divorce papers were thrust into my hands, the weight of them heavier than I could bear. My hands trembled as I looked down at the bold black letters spelling out the end of my marriage. My heart raced, each beat a painful remind
Tyson's POV The night was a blur of pain and betrayal. My fists clenched as I stood outside, watching the black limo speed away with Zina inside. She didn’t look back. Not even once. The only woman I’d ever loved—gone. How could she do this? The thought gnawed at me like a rusted blade slicing through my chest.I had trusted her, given her my heart, my soul. And now, in one brutal moment, she’d torn it all away. Maybe I didn’t really know her at all. What else had she been hiding from me?The sound of a car door closing snapped me out of my spiraling thoughts. Ethan strolled out of the house with that same smug grin plastered on his face. His own limo was parked just a few feet away, gleaming under the streetlights.“Still standing out here like a lost dog, huh?” he sneered. “You really are pathetic. A punk like you thought he could marry Zina? A princess in our world?” He laughed cruelly. “Did you actually believe we’d let her be tied to someone as worthless as you?”I gritted my te
Zina's POV ---Nine months had passed since that fateful night. I was back in Italy, my stomach heavy with the child Tyson and I had created. Each day, I woke up hoping for some news about him, but all I got was silence. Tyson had vanished, and no one could tell me where he was—or if he was even alive.Now, here I was, in the labor room. My body ached, and my heart was heavier than ever. After that night with Tyson, I discovered I was pregnant. It was the only reason I had the strength to escape from Luther and Ethan’s clutches. This baby, our baby, was my light in the darkness.Sweat dripped down my face as the contractions grew stronger. I was gripping the edge of the bed when the door burst open.“Sister Mary?” I gasped, seeing the familiar face of the woman who had sheltered me. She was dressed in her nun’s habit, her expression grim.She rushed to my side. “Zina, we don’t have much time. Your uncle and cousin have found out where you are. They’re on their way.”My heart skipped
Zina's POV Back at my uncle’s mansion, I couldn’t stop pacing in my room. My heart felt like it was about to burst from my chest. Ava was safe, and that thought gave me some solace, but the weight of everything else crushed me. I hated being here, hated being under Luther’s thumb again. Every corner of this house felt suffocating, and every passing second made me miss Tyson even more.I grabbed my phone and called Naomi. If anyone could bring me some news, it was her.“Zina?” she answered quickly.“Come over,” I whispered, my voice trembling. “I need to see you. Now.”“On my way,” she replied without hesitation.When she arrived an hour later, I let her into my room and locked the door behind her. My paranoia was justified. Luther had spies everywhere, and I couldn’t afford anyone overhearing us.“Did you find anything?” I asked, my voice barely above a whisper.Naomi’s face was tense, but she reached into her bag and pulled out a folder. “Yes, but we need to keep this quiet,” she sa
Zina's POV I froze hearing the cry of my name, but I jolted back to senses as I jolted swiftly waiting for the greatest surprise of life.“You..why is it you?” I breathed, disappointed with the sight in front of him. It was my cousin, Ethan, and I could only wonder what he was doing in the garden playing hide and seek.“Are you expecting someone else?” He asked with a smug smile, but I just ignored him as I walked away. “Why are you so grumpy? Don't you think that you should treat me, right? I mean, if you want to survive in this house, you have to listen to me pretty.” Ethan says, holding my chin, and I felt disgusted.He always considers himself to be a lord, while I'm just a servant at his mercy.“Get your filthy hands off me! And I don't think I need to get along with you because you are also at the mercy of someone I know.” I said, pushing him off my path, and I heard his cursed.I knew that it wasn't right that I got him angry, but I didn't care. I just need to find a way out of
Zina's POV He led me to the dance floor, and I could feel everyone's eyes on us, but I was too nervous to care. The man in front of me looked familiar, but I would rather not be brazen, I could be wrong.But could I ever not recognize Tyson? Even with a mask on, I knew I wouldn't mistake my Tyson for someone else, but my mind might be playing a trick on me.“Can you dance well?” He asked with amusement evident in his voice. “I can move to tune.” I replied, not buying because that's the least I could do..and maybe stepping on his shoes once in a while.“That's okay.” He replied smugly, his mask concealing his expressions well. The music begins, and we started moving to the tune, but I noticed the man's actions became brazen.He was holding on to me like he was trying to get warmth from me. He kissed my ear lobe as we moved to the music, and I only managed to stiff a moan that wanted to escape my mouth. That would have been embarrassing.“Don't you think you are doing too much, mister.
Tyson's POV I watched the sunrise, with a melancholy look, and I couldn't help but remember Zina and I promised each other a bank then.“I love you so much, and I don't think I will ever survive without you.” Zina giggled snuggling into my embrace.“Hmm me too,” I said gently because I was always a person of little words, but with Zina's there was no room for such.“What's that? Did you mean I'm the only love sick here, don't you love me too?” She asked.“No, that's not it. I also love you so much, I want you to be the person that I wake up, and watch the sunrise with.” I said with a shy smile, and she smiled as she kissed me.“I'm going to cherish you forever, Tyson.” She vowed, as her laughter rang through the old studio, and that alone filled my heart.“That liar, how could she lie so boldly, and what life did she abandon me for? She couldn't even enjoy that,” I mumbled, and walked out of the balcony having had enough of the view.I didn't get enough sleep last night after Zina's
Zina's POV I was beyond appalled by what I just heard. I knew my uncle was desperate, but I didn't know he would stop so low to take matters into his hands, and not trust me with it.“How could he do that!” I mumbled under my breath, but I was conscious when I saw Tyson's eyes on me. I looked away immediately not wanting to get trapped in his beautiful eyes.What he said outside was lingering on my mind. I wouldn't lie I was considering it, but wasn't planning to take it.“Why will I deal with such a dangerous man?” I mumbled, but people's gossip was irritating as they didn't mind hiding their displeasure.“The Blackwood are something seeing how they are clinching on that poor guy!” They all gossiped loudly.After the announcement my uncle left the hall, and I knew that was my cue to ask questions, and to also escape Tyson’s watchful gaze. I followed my uncle to question him about his actions, but I stumbled over him, and Ethan arguing.“Why are you doing this, Dad? It makes us look
Tyson's POV Everyone looked at me surprised after the outburst, but he wasn't having it. He clearly was trying to set Zina up with me, but the fact that it was the same man, who deemed unworthy years ago. How could anyone be so two-faced?“Did I say something wrong?” He asked.“No, I just wondered if you really think that you are a good judge of character.” I breathed.I looked at Luther wondering if he even knew what he was getting into with me. I knew that he was a cunning man, but he was more creative than I thought.“What are you saying, Mr. Reed?” He asked, and I composed myself. I tried not to act rash because I almost lost myself hearing his belittling words, but I mustn't let him caught up on my identity. “Nothing, I think I should_” I was saying, but trailed off as Luther’s assistant walked to him, and whispered something in his ear.I smirked knowing what disaster I just rolled out for him there was no way that wouldn't shake the Blackwood corporation.“What are you sayin
Zina's POV Tyson's collaboration with my company was broadcasted on all broadcasting houses, which was solely sponsored by my uncle. That was his way to show people that the Blackwood group was still as strong as ever.“And the rollercoaster begins again.” I breathed, staring at the mirror as I dabbed my face with little makeup. I had to attend the banquet which was held to commemorate the partnership, but I didn't want to go because after my deal with my uncle I felt guilty towards Tyson.Not only did he get fooled by me years ago, I still would fool him this time around again.“Yes, I'm such a horrible person.” I huffed, and I hurried because the banquet starts soon.The banquet would be held in the mansion, and board members and business associates were all going to be in attendance. I knew that it was because they were all curious about who had the new money in town. They all just wanted to submit their proposal, and see if the new money in town has money to purge.“Zina, are you
Zina's POVI breathed a sigh of relief as I watched Tyson walk out of the company, and I knew I got lucky this time around, I wouldn't be lucky another time.“That was so close!” I breathed.“What was so close?” Someone whispered in my ears, and I jolted in fear. “Oh my goodness, Carolina! You scared me!” I complained, glaring at my friend.“Whatever, so about earlier, I don't know when I had a baby? Does this mean Anna is mine, and I can have her now?” She asked, and I eyed her angrily.“I'm sorry, Carolina, but I was just in a pickle.” I apologized. “And stop saying nonsense, you know I said that because of Tyson. Unfortunately for me, I bumped into Tyson while I went out with Anna this morning, and he asked me whose daughter she is, so I had to lie,” I explained.“Oh, so you mean I'm the best person who fits that criteria?” She asked, and I shook my head.“But why are you hiding her, though? I mean Tyson looks more capable to get you, and Anna out of your uncle's grip,” she said.“Y
Tyson's POV I watched as the two women exchanged looks, and I chuckled at the naivety. How could they be bad at lying?“Yes, Carolina. Remember you asked me to pick up your daughter.” I watched Zina say nervously, and her blond friend nodded her head.“Yes, I think I asked you to do that. My daughter is quite adorable, but I couldn't feed her breakfast this morning, so I asked..” the blond girl said after catching up on the act, but I interrupted her.“Breakfast? Didn't she sleep at Zina's?” I asked, and Zina looked like she was a step away from crying.“Yes, I mean, I missed giving her breakfast because she slept at her aunt Zina's house. My darling daughter must have missed me. I should go call her.” She said, rushing off, leaving Zina alone with me.“So your friend is married, but I didn't see a ring on her finger.” I taunted.“Not everyone needs a ring to be married or an elaborate wedding to stay married, as long as you love the person you picked, but sometimes you might be wron
Zina's POV I smiled awkwardly as I stared at Tyson, who was prying to see who I was hiding behind her, but I couldn't let that happen.“Hello, Mr. Reed, nice running into you.” I flushed.“You didn't run into me, but I came here to meet you, so can you answer my questions now?” He asked, and I nodded my head.I cracked my head on what you said, but I knew there was no way I would admit that Anna was our child together.“She is Carolina's daughter, you know her, right?” I said, still hiding her behind me.Carolina, I apologize, but I really need to save myself, I mulled in my head, but I noticed that Tyson didn't buy the story.“Really? Then where is that Carolina?” He asked, and I bit my lips knowing that he would find it suspicious that I was babysitting my friend's daughter so early in the morning.“That's because she slept at my place last night.” I blurted.I was so stunned at how smooth my lies were, but I wasn't planning to back down. While I was looking for Tyson, I thought he
Zina's POVTyson dragged me to the bar entrance, but I tried to get back in because I was scared that the man might be really dead. What if he got locked?“Are you crazy? We should go back in to check if he is alive?” I said, but he hissed in frustration.“Are you kidding me, right now? I just saved you, and you wanted to give back in?” He asked. “Yes, I just can't leave a man to bleed to death! I have to help him.”“You have to help him? Did I misunderstand the situation?” He blurted.“What did you mean?” I asked.“Maybe the man wasn't harassing you after all. What are you now? A slut that sells her body after..” Tyson said, but I cut him off with a slap.“What? A slut? You have really lost your mind? How dare you…you should know that I'm not that kind of person, but what do I know, you aren't the Tyson I knew.” I heaved.“And so? Are you also the Zina I knew? Definitely not because you are just a pathetic liar? Everything about you was a lie!” He screamed, and I saw hurt in his eyes
Zina's POV I was dragged to the bar after a long day at work by Carolina, even though I wanted to back out, but she didn't take a no for an answer.“I don't understand why we have to be here when we have to go back to work early tomorrow.” I said as I took a seat, not without the drunk men gawking at my friend, and I.“That's the point girl, you need to have a hangover so you don't get hung over at work.” She said with a wink, and I shook my head at her crazy utterance.We ordered drinks, and not long enough we were drowning ourselves in liquor, but I made sure to drink little because my uncle would flip if I missed work because of a hangover.“So, tell me, how do you feel seeing Tyson again?” Carolina asked.I paused with her question, but I quickly masked my expression. “Nothing, it was great seeing him again.” I lied.When I saw him after a long time, I thought my heart was going to burst because of excitement, and I was scared too. Scared that my uncle was going to tear him apart