CHAPTER 136Diego My birthday had passed, and I was heading home with a heart full of joy. I could tell Sofia was trying so hard to get my attention, but after learning Serene was behind the event, I realized she might still have something for me, I just needed to keep trying. When Grace tells me how rare it is to have a woman like Serene, I do not accept it very well, but today, I feel as if my mom is still alive. I was on my way to the staircase when Grace called me back. "What made you think I would not find out she threw you a Super Bowl birthday?" she teased, and I wondered how she knew.“What? No, I tried calling you, but you did not answer what—” "It is fine, my child, I am overjoyed for you, and how did you handle your love rectangle?" she teased."I kept dodging them, but there was a silent war between Nelly and Serene," I said before explaining what had happened."What a shame the mission to access your wealth has blindfolded many, but how will you deal with the love trian
CHAPTER 137Serene Things are promising here between Charlotte and Andrew. I have always known they loved each other, but circumstances separated them. Now that fate has reunited them, it would be an injustice not to give their love a chance. Dinner was over, and we all enjoyed asking Andrew how he had survived all those years to become a recognized manager of a well-known company in New York. Charlotte was struggling to control her blush, whereas Rina appeared surprised. Charlotte took Alex to his room after dinner, even though Neina and I knew he would not be alone that night."Their love seems so youthful, Serene, is not that reminding us of those days?" Neina inquired, while Rina looked at us in shock."You can always go home or get comfortable in one of the guest rooms if you do not want to have a heart attack," I joked, and we all burst out laughing.“So Ms. Brights was also once in love?" she asked Neina in disbelief."Not just in love, but crazy in love with someone she event
CHAPTER 138Serene“Diego, what are you doing here?" I inquired about getting out of bed but realized I could not because my dress was too revealing."Nothing. I came to pick up my blazer but found you sleeping on it, so I did not want to disturb your sleep," he explained, and I could not help but wonder when he stopped waking people up—I mean, that is what he always did when he wanted something."OK, I see here you go," I said, handing it to him, but noticing it had a white spot, I quickly asked him to turn around while I wore my gown."Are you planning on becoming a model?" he inquired, and I looked up only to realize he was looking at me in the mirror."Diego!” I said throwing the blazer at his back."I thought you wanted me to turn around," he said, laughing as he caugh
CHAPTER 139Serene I had to suppress my laughter, despite Diego's knowledge of what was going on, about Charlotte and Andrew's relationship. The gentleman walked out to catch up, and I could not help but tease Charlotte. "I hope Andrew informed you that Miguel wants a cousin," I said."Serene, how did your child become so smart at such a young age? I sometimes run out of answers when he comes to me with those questions," Charlotte said."I am not sure, but it could be something to do with Dad," I explained.“That's so true, so Andrew and I are —" “Back on track? I interrupted."Yes, and I had not realized how much I missed him until I saw him yesterday. I thought we would never meet again, but fate had different plans. I am really happy I met him," she exclaimed."Diego's birthday reunited some love birds. I am so happy for you, sweetie, and I can not wait for the good news. I hope nothing has been broken in the guest room, I mean—”"Gosh, you are so naughty, Serene. We did not brea
CHAPTER 140DIEGO When Serene hugged me, I felt my entire universe collapse; I never imagined she would run into my arms like that. I need to start making her favorite dishes more often. I knew she would want it, so I made sure to cook it before her father died. He sent my parents a video demonstrating how he made that dish for her and Charlotte, which I was initially hesitant to learn but did later after learning about Nelly's betrayal. I just do not know what the hell my uncle is doing here with the flowers. I was still thinking when the door opened from the outside, and I stood up, expecting Serene, but Charlotte walked in instead. She looked at me and went into Serenes' bathroom before exiting after a minute. I could tell she was looking for something, so I asked if she needed any help. “Excuse me," she replied with an attitude."Charlotte, I know you are a good person who is just angry because of what I did, but I am truly a changed person. I wish—” “Diego Myers, do you know w
CHAPTER 141NELLYPoor Sonia is busy playing wife for a man who is probably busy chasing his ex-wife. I was going to tell Max that Serene's Diego's ex-wife, but that might get me little attention, so I will just watch him make a fool of himself, get what I need from both men and go start a new life. If I do not end up being Diego's wife, agg, I do not even have to be negative; all I have to do is get my way into his room when Grace leaves and get him to sleep with me.“Nelly I hope you're not busy conspiring," Max asked, giving me a curious look."Of course not; I am just wondering why Sonia is not seizing the opportunity to get him rather than playing Samaritan," I replied."Do not underestimate her; she might be plotting big time, you know," he said as we both toasted.Max must think I am a fool for being one of his toys but
CHAPTER 142Serene“Are you OK? I mean, have you not said anything since Mr. Myers left?" Neina teased.“I'm OK, why haven't you gone to sleep yet?" I asked because it was getting late and she had been in my room since Diego left.I looked at the other side and wondered why Diego was so jealous when I said I liked Max. For a brief moment, I believed he was going to kiss me, and I was not going to resist. I have been craving kisses and do not know how to get them, but my intentions are not yet clear. I have been away from men since my divorce, and Diego is the only man who has ever touched me. Max is romantic but I don't have any chemistry for him. I just wish Diego had his qualities. I would have been the happiest woman and mother. “Hey, what are you smiling about?" I heard Charlotte as she stood in front of my bed.
CHAPTER 143Nelly‘What the hell? How am I supposed to be interviewed by Serene?’ I wondered in my head as I noticed her speaking to her secretary through the glass. I was about to walk away when her secretary asked me to come in. I was hesitant at first, but I had to dress myself with courage anyway. I walked in and found Serene typing. I somehow wished it was a bad dream. How could she be boss? I stood there waiting for her to ask me to sit but she didn't. I was getting irritated, and I could not help but wonder if she was playing a game with me.I checked the time and realized it had already been an hour. "Serene, what are you doing?" I finally asked and she looked up.“Excuse me?" she responded looking shocked.“Can't you see me? I have been here for almost an hour, and you are just—”
CHAPTER 168Serene It's almost noon and Miguel's body reacted positively to the medicine. He asked me to make him some pasta which made me rush my way to the kitchen. I could tell that the maids wanted me to sit but I always prefer making my fiancé and son the dishes. I was still cooking when a message came onto my phone; I at first ignored it, thinking it was just emails from my clients, but later got a shock. I walked into Miguel's room with a tray of food and placed it on the table before taking a seat to feed him. “Mommy, where's Daddy?" Miguel asked."He is at the office. Do you want me to give him a call?" I said promptly, grinning.“No, I just wanted to tell him to go to work. I'll be OK. I thought you said I'm strong right?" he asked."Of course, baby, you are my Roman Reigns," I informed him, smiling confidently.After eating, Miguel went to the toilet, and I quickly got my phone to see what was in my emails when I could not believe what the folks in that video were saying.
CHAPTER 167Serene Diego turned around the moment I knocked the vase over. Something significant was going on, and I could see the terror in his eyes. He remarked, "Baby, you are done already?" without even realizing how long I had been standing there.“Yes, I was here but —" “Did you hear what I said?" He cut me off.“Yes I…I listened to what you had to say, and I would like to hear it again with an explanation, Mr. Myers," I said."Well, George had a huge crush on Charlotte and was upset that Andrew had taken her away. He has been planning to confront Andrew, but I think that is a bad idea because that could get him in trouble with Charlotte, who will not let him off the hook easily," he said, and I could not believe what I had previously believed had been verified. I knew George had something for Charlotte."Maybe you are right, Charlotte will not spare him if he does something that will annoy Andrew. I will attempt to talk to him," I proposed."No, I'll do it instead. I mean, I
CHAPTER 166Serene I was busy setting the table when one of the maids brought the flowers into the kitchen. I didn't know what to say as Diego was the only person capable of that. I loved the surprise so I waited for Diego to come so I thanked him but he was more surprised than me. “Wait.. you are not the one that sent me this?" I asked, reacting to his shocked expression.“I didn't, but it could be one of your fans,” he said, but fear got the best of me as it was usual for them to send something without notifying me.“Maybe," I said, asking the maids to pack the roses away.I was still wondering about who the sender may be when Diego walked upstairs to change as I was putting his lunch on the tray behind him. When I entered the bedroom, I noticed Diego standing near the table, appearing uncomfortable. "Honey, is everyone OK?" I said, glancing up as I laid the tray."Yes, I am all right, just a bit fatigued," he said, attempting to deceive, but I saw through him."Really? Because my
CHAPTER 165Diego “It's good you made a great choice son," Max said, smiling at me.“You don't deserve to call me that just go," I responded.“Take it easy you know I—" "George, we need to leave,” I said to Max after putting on my spectacles. We walked away as Max watched us in disbelief.I have given him shares in the Boston-based firm, but if he attempts to approach Serene or Miguel in any way, I will take everything away from him. Him discovering that Serene's pregnant and attempting to use that information to undermine me by revealing the truth is my worst worry. I wish I could tell Serene right now, but right now it is just not feasible. I am not sure how she will react to the news or if she'll still give me the same look. Nothing hits worse than your buried past emerging.How am I going to bear this?I was still deep in contemplation when George inquired. “Are we going to see Andrew?" “Yes, I think we're a little late but he's going to like the offer," I reacted."It is not l
CHAPTER 164Nelly Serene anxiousness made Max and Sandra compliment me so much. Had Diego not been so near, I would have dropped over to say hello. Max got a call from Diego while we were still applauding. “What happened?" Sandra and I asked as we both stood up noticing the change in his expression.“It's Diego, he is so mad that we gave his fiancee a panic," Max responded."To hell with that fiancée thing; we are simply doing what we need to,” Sandra said, and I nodded in agreement."He stated that he would not give me the contract if I do it again," Max remarked, with anxiety in his voice.I told him to relax and enjoy the moment as we would undoubtedly touch the wrong buttons if Diego dared. Afterward, we all sat down and kept on drinking until I got a call from an unidentified number. I pretended not to see the call until I saw a text that arrived later because I was not sure if I should answer it or just ignore it as it may be David attempting to contact me. "It's Sofia White p
CHAPTER 163Serene It was a breezy morning, and I simply had to get up early to satisfy my children's demands. I am not sure why I am so fascinated with yogurt; I thought desires were the same throughout the pregnancies like when I was carrying Miguel, ice cream could go a day without me eating it, but now it is only yogurt. “Good morning, Serene. I did not expect you to wake up this early," Grace remarked as she came into the kitchen."Hey, I just came for a drink of water and did not expect you would be up," I said."Come on, I have a grandchild, a wonderful daughter-in-law, and a foolish son to prepare breakfast for," she remarked, and we both smiled."You are such a darling; I hope you will stay longer," I murmured as Aunt Mina would come to collect her."I will if Miguel says so; he is the prettiest after all," she said, opening the fridge to retrieve some eggs.“May I be of help?" I asked as I wanted to help her to make breakfast."Sure you may, madam; I can not wait for those
CHAPTER 162Diego I proceeded towards Max, who appeared to be standing close to a ladder. I could see his mind was full of filthy tactics, but I was not going to fall for them. “Welcome, dear nephew. I did not expect you to come alone, but it is a good thing you follow orders," he remarked, smiling at me.“What do you want?" I asked as I didn't want to waste time."Come on, do not be so difficult, or do you want me to spill the beans and get you out of Serene's life?" he inquired."Stop, you know this doesn't involve her. OK, just start talking. I need to get home," I said."OK, I want my brother's property from Boston; I need everything there, even those in your name," he continued, and I could not believe it."What?! I mean are you crazy? I can't give you or —”"Okay, I will make the damn call, and you will face the consequences of your own choices," he added, starting to dial Serene's number when I interrupted him."Look, I can not give you that property; just name the sum and I w
CHAPTER 161Diego I have gone out to meet George while Serene is at home with Aunt Mina and Grace. I can not believe their sisters, but their behavior is just the same. I like the way they are being there for my son, playing a double grandma role. I can not wait for things to be even smoother when the girls arrive. I was still thinking about what it would be like when my family got bigger when George arrived. "Diego, do not tell me you are thinking about Ms. Brights already," he teased."Is it that obvious?” I responded."In any case, I have seven distinct suggestions and am not sure what I am going to do with the rest," George explained.“Rest?" I asked."Yes, but I have only chosen those with higher offers; I can not afford to get us on low-cost plans," he stated, but that did not sound good."Do not say such things in front of my fiancee someday; you know we have enough money to create as many various enterprises or even invest in projects, so why are you sounding greedy?" I inqui
CHAPTER 160SereneEverything has been in place for the previous three weeks, with the exception that Neina, Charlotte, and Rina have moved into their own houses. Miguel and Diego have formed such a deep friendship, and I can only imagine how insane it will be when the triplets come. "Mommy, guess what Papa made you?" Miguel said as he raced toward me.“Careful sweetie," I responded, trying to make sure he didn't slip."I am OK, mommy; do not worry too much; I am strong now," he replied, lifting his small fists to demonstrate muscles that I could only pretend to see."Mommy, are you going to bring my sisters soon?" Miguel asked and I couldn't help but laugh."No, they are still small, but I will get them to you before you know it," I promised him."OK.. look! It's Aunt Rina,” he said, rushing to get a hug from her.“Hello everyone, hope you missed me?" she said, taking a seat next to me."Of course we did, how are you doing?” I asked."I am fine simply living the life I have always wa