Alton's POVSolana let out a deep breath and rolled her eyes at me, leaning on the couch impatiently. A smile crept onto my lips, and I had to bite my lower lip to stop myself from smiling too much.I took another sip of my coffee. I was almost done, but I only took small sips to make it last for an hour."Don't you have work at your company?" she asked, raising an eyebrow and looking at me."I do, and I am working right now," I replied.As she heard my response, confusion played in her eyes, and her forehead creased."Working?" she asked, clearly disbelieving."Alton, you're just drinking coffee... for almost an hour," she pointed out."I'm not simply drinking coffee, Solana. I'm sealing a deal," I said, pointing toward the contract she was holding."I told you I would send it to your office once I'm done reviewing the terms and conditions of your company," she explained."Why are you so impatient? Why do you want me to leave already? We had fun last night, Solana. You treated me we
Solana's POVI stayed up all night reviewing the contract, so as I drove to Alton's company, I realized I hadn't gotten enough sleep.Upon arriving, I made my way to his office, feeling the fatigue weighing me down.The secretary informed me that I could enter, but I politely knocked on Alton's door before opening it slowly.As I stepped inside, I saw Alton sitting in his swivel chair, his gaze fixed on me.My heart pounded loudly in my chest as I approached his desk.Coming to a stop in front of him, I placed the document on his desk and cleared my throat before speaking."I haven't signed it yet, Alton," I informed him. Upon hearing this, his forehead furrowed with confusion.Alton took the document and checked for my signature, but when he couldn't find it, he looked at me puzzled."Why? What's wrong with the contract? Do you want to make changes?" he asked.I took a deep breath, meeting his gaze directly."You don't have to pay me, Alton. As I told you, this will serve as payment
Solana's POVDays flew by, and before I knew it, it was time for the photoshoot at Alton's hotel. I made my way towards the location, following the directions he had sent.The drive took about an hour, and upon arrival, the hotel receptionist handed me the keys to my room. I decided to wait for the others in my hotel room, hoping to get some rest after the tiring drive.As I stepped inside the room, my eyes widened at the sight before me. It was a luxurious presidential suite. I considered going back out and talking to the receptionist, thinking they had given me the wrong key. However, I unexpectedly ran into Alton in the hallway."Where are you going?" he asked, furrowing his eyebrows."I need to talk to the receptionist. I think they gave me the wrong key," I replied, attempting to pass by him. But he held onto my arm, stopping me in my tracks."They gave you the right keys, Solana. Our model stays in the presidential suite. We've given them the best treatment," he explained. I
Alton's POVAfter discussing the details with the photographer for our next shoot, I made my way towards the lobby, ready to leave. However, my steps came to a halt when I caught sight of Olivia. She spotted me and quickly rushed over, pulling me into a tight embrace.I forcefully broke free from her hug, removing her arms that clung to my body. Anger and confusion filled my eyes as I looked at her."What are you doing here?" I asked, my eyebrows furrowed in a mix of frustration and bewilderment."What do you mean? Your company hired me to be the face of your Hotel," she replied, leaving me even more confused."I didn't hire you, Olivia," I stated firmly, meeting her gaze directly.She laughed lightly, a smile playing on her lips. "You didn't, but Mr Wilson did. He called me yesterday, asking if I could be the model for your hotel, and I agreed," she explained.Her words caused my fists to clench tightly. I took my phone from my pocket and dialled my secretary's number as I walked t
Solana's POVWe settled at the breakfast table, their eyes fixed on me and Alton. I chose to ignore them, focusing solely on my food and avoiding any glance in their direction. I knew they would only tease me.When I finished eating, I stood up and made my way to my room to grab my bag. Returning to the living room, I found Alton already sitting on the couch, as if he had been waiting for me."Let's go?" he asked, a smile plastered on his face.I flashed a small smile and nodded in response. "Let's go," I said as I stepped out of the house, feeling Alton following behind me.We stopped in front of his car, and I prepared to open the door, but he beat me to it. I turned to him with furrowed eyebrows, surprised by his actions, but he simply motioned to the passenger seat.I let out a deep breath and stepped inside his car. Alton walked around to the other side, and once he was inside, he turned his head towards me, his gaze fixated on my face for quite some time. I felt irritated an
Alton's POVThe entire shoot felt like torture, being forced to be close to Olivia irritated the hell out of me. When the shoot with her finally ended, I thought I could finally get away from her, but she kept following me."Let's have lunch together, Alton," she said.I let out a deep breath to calm myself, refusing to lash out in front of everyone. But deep down, my patience was wearing thin, and any minute now I might say something that would hurt her."I'll have lunch with Solana," I stated firmly, then fixated my eyes on Solana, who was posing for the camera. Every time she smiles, I couldn't help but be mesmerized by her beauty. No wonder I fell for her...hard. And I had no plans of stopping."That's unfair, you know, Alton. I am your model too. I am also promoting your hotel," she said.I turned my head to Olivia, and she smiled at me, but I looked at her with eyes filled with irritation."It was Mr Wilson who hired you, remember?" I asked, and that made her fall silent."Hav
Solana's POVI could feel Alton throwing glances my way, but I forcefully avoided him and decided to focus all my attention on my food. I didn't want them to see me looking at him.Throughout the whole lunch, they kept talking about random things, and I sometimes joined in, while Alton remained quiet the whole time.Finally, when lunch was over, we bid our goodbyes. I walked with Alton since he volunteered to give me a ride, and I chose to accept his offer because I didn't bring my car with me."Just drop me off at A&S Mall," I said.Alton nodded his head and started the engine, then drove off.I thought he would just simply drop me off, but he even opened the door for me and walked with me as I headed towards my store. But before I could reach it, I turned to face him."Don't you have work?" I asked, looking at him."I do, Solana. That's why I am here. I own this Mall, remember? I am here to check the sales," he said, and that somehow made me feel embarrassed.Alton looked at me in
Alton's POVAs per our agreement, I had breakfast at Solana's Dad's house again. I arrived early, and she wasn't ready for work yet, so I waited for her in their living room.Jacob, her Dad, returned from his morning stroll and spoke to me."You're really determined to win her back," he said, smiling.I nodded and smiled back."I have no choice. I've fallen deeply, and I have no idea how to get over her. So, the only thing left for me is to try and try until she finally gives in," I explained.Jacob smiled and stared intently at me, making me feel slightly uncomfortable."You really love her, I can see that," he remarked.I nodded without hesitation."I do," I said firmly.He let out a deep breath and looked into my eyes."I really hope you two end up together. I really like you for Solana. I hope I get lucky and attend your wedding. You should move faster, Alton," he teased, but I sensed some truth behind the jest."I really hope you can attend our wedding," I played along."What wed
Solana's POVI felt a cold breeze brush my skin as I walked on the shore.The wind brushed my hair and every time I felt its soft embrace I was at peace.It was the usual morning.Crystal blue water.Cold breeze.Fresh air.And them. My family.When I saw my daughter waving her hands at me I waved back and walked towards them a smile never left my lips."Hi Mommy," she happily uttered when I sat beside her father.I opened my arms and the moment I did that she immediately sat on my lap leaving her father."You little traitor," Alton uttered as he playfully pinched Aisha's nose.Her giggles filled our ears. I hugged her tightly and showered her with kisses."Mommy it tickles," she said while laughing so I stopped and made her face me.I stared at her face and brushed off the strands of hair that covered her face."Are you ready to go to school?" I asked.She pouted her lips which made me smile.I can see that she is not yet ready to attend school but she's already four years old so she
Alton's POVI still feel like I am living in a dream.Everything feels too good to be true.I just imagined this to happen and now that it finally came true I feel the happiest.Waking up every morning and being greeted by my wife's beautiful face always put a smile on my face.She looks angelic to look at and I will never get tired of staring at her.The sun is already shining brightly but I am still lying on our bed waiting for Solana to wake up.When I saw her slowly open her eyes my smile grew wider."Good morning," I greeted the moment her eyes met mine.She smiled back at me and stared at my face for quite some time."Good morning," she greeted back.I gently caressed her face and kissed her lips softly."What do you want for breakfast?" I asked.She paused and thought for a while before her lips rose for a smile. She must have thought of something she had been craving to eat."I want avocado toast with lots of strawberries,"I looked at her in disbelief but I guess I need to ge
Solana's POVHappiness. Contentment. Love.That's what I felt as I walked down the aisle.A smile is formed on my lips while tears are about to fall from my eyes.I can feel my heart swell in happiness. Everything looks perfect.Everyone close to our hearts is here witnessing how we will be finally joined in front of God.It was no longer forbidden. We no longer have to hide. We finally found our freedom to love each other without any limitations.It took us everything to get here.I lost my career when I allowed myself to be drawn to the fire of our forbidden love.My mother whom I tried to please my whole life disown me.I lost my friends.My fame.My money.My success.But I found myself.I found peace.I found happiness.When I lost everything and I was on my downfall I thought I was being punished but little did I know God was redirecting me. He is making me realize what I want in life.It's not other people's attention nor the blinding spotlight but peace and a life filled with
Solana's POVI watched her as she walked towards us.I can't believe she's here."Why are you here?" I asked not because I didn't want her here but because I was shocked that she managed to go to Massachusetts without telling me."I want to see you bitch," she said then pulled me into a tight hug.When Kris broke off the hug she stared at my face intently. "I'm happy for you," she said with tears forming in the corner of her eyes.I know she is. She has seen how much I suffered when I tried to hide my relationship with Alton.She held my hand and gently squeezed it before turning her head on Alton. "I'm happy for you too Alton," Alton nodded his head and smiled at Kris. I know Kris witnessed how Alton suffered when I went missing for five years.She was there to help Alton cope. She became our anchor during the worst times.She was there to help Alton find me and to make Alton feel that he wasn't alone in believing that I was still alive."It happened so suddenly and I didn't get th
Alton's POVCold breeze.Sound of waves.Beautiful sunset.And Solana.I wouldn't complain if I would spend the rest of my life here...as long as she's with me.We can build a family here.I am tired of living in the city anyway. I want peace."Let's live here?" I asked while gently caressing her hair.Solana turned her gaze at me and looked at me directly in the eyes. "Are you sure?" she asked.I smiled at her and nodded my head. "Let's raise our kids here. We'll watch them play at the beach. Creating sand castles while we are having our morning coffee and when night comes we can have a bonfire,"Her soft laughter filled my ear. "You plan everything out?" she asked.I smiled at her and gently held her hand. "It's has been my dream when I met you,"I planted a soft kiss on her lips before turning my gaze back to the ocean.After a while, Mary called us for dinner.We walked towards their house and upon seeing their table I couldn't help but be amazed at all the food they had prepared.
Solana's POVThe morning breeze brushed my skin.I haven't opened my eyes yet but I already know where I am upon smelling the fresh air.A smile grace on my lips as I listen to the sound of the waves and my smile grew wider when I felt his warm lips on mine."Good morning," he greeted me the moment I opened my eyes.I stared at his face. I'll never get tired of looking at him. "Good morning," I replied."Let's have breakfast?" I got off the bed and walked towards the glass window where I could see the beautiful sunrise and crystal clear beach."How long had you been awake?" Alton held my waist and hugged me from behind. He rested his chin on my shoulder and buried his face on my neck.I giggled when he started planting soft kisses on my weakest spot. "You smell good," he said as he sniffed my neck."I just woke up,"He's exaggerating it. I know he just said those words to make me smile and it worked."I love your natural scent,"He continued kissing my neck while I softly caressed h
Alton's POVA smile slowly crept on my lips when I heard her say those words.When I could no longer contain my happiness I pulled her into a tight hug."I am not sure yet Alton," she said worry evident in her tone.I broke off the hug and stared at her face."Let's buy a pregnancy test then," I suggested.Fear crossed her eyes so I held her hand and gently caressed it."I won't get mad whatever the result will be, we will just check it,"She let out a deep breath and then after a while nodded her head agreeing to my suggestion.While driving I held her hand. It felt cold so I caress it.I know she's scared to disappoint me. We are ready to have a baby. We are eager to have another child and we always pray for it to happen but if we are not yet meant to welcome another blessing then it's fine, we will just patiently wait for our angel to arrive.After buying the pregnancy test I drove towards the condominium building where we are currently staying.The moment we stepped inside the uni
Solana's POVDays passed and I felt the happiest. I feel free now that I am with Alton.I no longer hide what I truly felt about him."Let's have dinner later," he said before I stepped out of the car.I smiled at him and nodded my head. "Okay," I gave him a quick kiss and I thought that was enough for him but he cupped my face and claimed my lips once again, this time longer.I slapped his chest when I was out of breath. I glared at him...panting. "That's too much," I complained but his smile erased the irritation that I was feeling.He caressed my face and stared at my eyes. "I'm sorry Love I can't help it," he reasoned out then gave me a quick kiss."I'll pick you up later," he reminded me before I stepped out of his car.I waved my hands as I watched him drive away. When his car disappeared I headed inside the mall so I could help Brianna in opening the store.When I reached the store Brianna was already there and a teasing smile was already present when she saw me."What?" I ask
Alton's POVI helped Solana pack her things.It took us an hour before we finished and once done we stepped out of her room carrying her luggage.When we reached the living room I saw Beatrice and Allison waiting for us.They immediately pulled Solana into a tight hug and to give them privacy I stepped out of the house and put all the things that we had packed inside my car.After a few minutes of waiting, I saw them stepping out of the house.Beatrice smiled at me and gently held my hand the moment she got closer."Take care of her," she said so I smiled and nodded my head. "I will,""Don't you dare hurt my sister, Alton," Allison added which made me chuckle.I looked at her and held Solana's waist."I won't do that," After bidding goodbye we drove towards my unit. "Where do you want to build our house?"Solana turned her head on me and stared at my face intently. "I want to live in Massachusetts," she said.I smiled at her and nodded my head. I reached for her hand and planted a