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Marietta's POV"Mr. Whitmore has a daughter? How?" I heard some of my colleagues mutter."How? I thought they were divorced?" Another added.My eyes darted from Granny Lorette to Elsie. I yanked my hands off from Michael's and made my way out."Etta!" Elsie called but I didn't answer.Making my way out, Clara quickly got the car door for me. "Marietta, wait!" Elsie pulled me back. Spinning me around, I clashed against his chest. For a moment, his eyes bored into mine, and quickly I withdrew myself. "Elsie, the reporters will be here any minute. I need to leave," I answered."What was he talking about?" Elsie pointed at the door."Can we talk about this later, Elsie? I'm not in my right state of mind," I whispered.Making my way back to the car, Elsie's voice echoed from behind."Do you still love him?" He asked yet again.Over the years, one thing has kept me going. And that was Valerie. But also, I couldn't stop thinking about Michael. The more I thought about him, the more I got
Michael's POVToday's embarrassment was too much. But I won't give up on her.Stepping out of the car, I made my way into the living room, ignoring granny's call."You were there, Granny. Yet, you said nothing!" I raged."What do you expect me to do? Can't you see the young woman is in pain?" Granny yelled."I warned you three years ago when you filed for a divorce. Didn't I?" Granny added. "Help me, please. What do you think I can do?" I asked.In the middle of the argument, Katty entered. "Hey, stop there!" I shouted."You cannot tell me what to do. This is my husband's house" Katty retorted."I wondered what I saw in you that made me leave Etta for you. I can't believe you are this worthless!" I flinched.Forgetting that my granny was still here with us. “I don’t understand.” Granny walked closer to me.“You and Katty were having a thing? Under my nose?” Granny asked surprised.“I can explain,” I stuttered.“Katty? You were in love with Michael when you were with Lucian?” Granny
Marietta's POV I had woken up to a call from Bella.“Bella, what’s up?” I asked.Looking beside me–he was gone.“It’s Valerie,” Bella paused.“Is she okay?” I quickly stood up from bed.“Good morning sunshine,” Elsie’s voice halts me in my tracks.I thought he left. He never did?“Etta? You had a man over?” Bella teased.I couldn’t help but leave the room in a shy manner.“Let’s talk about my daughter. Where is she?” I questioned.“She seems to be asking after her dad lately,” Bella replied.“Can I talk to her on the phone?” I inquired. “Not at all. She's asleep,” Bella heaved a sigh. For the first time in three years, I got confused. “Bella, I don't know what to do.” I ranted. “Valerie's just three years old and she's asking for her father. What do you think will happen in years to come?” I spoke impatiently. “Calm down,” Bella responded quickly. “I think you've been away for too long. And she needs you, Etta.” Bella concluded. “Do you think I should bring her to America?” I
Michael’s POV “Boss?” Alex called. “What is it?” I flinched in shock. “The Netflix studios have decided to cut ties with us,” Alex stated. “Why?” I asked, shocked. “They made us know that, we must convince Ms. Etta to be part of the movie cast.” Alex relayed. “They've all started to withdraw their shares,” Alex added. My heart raced faster. I was still trying to look for a solution when Granny's call came in. “Listen to me, Michael!” She yelled.“Yes, Granny,” I paused. “If the company crumbles because of your incompetence.” Granny paused. “I’ll not only cut you off the family's inheritance like I promised.” She threatened. “I'll disown you as my grandson!” Granny retorted. “Granny please–” I couldn't finish my statement when she hung up. “You have a call,” Alex heaved a sigh. “Who is it again?!” I ran my hand through my hair. “It's your brother,” he answered. “Hey brother, what's up?” I quickly replied. “Nothing is up, Micheal!” Lucian fired back. “Brother–” “Don't
Marietta’s POV“You all are fired!” I ordered angrily.“You have to calm down,” Bella consoled. “You can’t just fire all your workers, Etta.” Bella reprimanded.“Oh yes, I can. And I will!” I snapped.Suddenly the door flung open–it was Clara.“Ma’am, have you seen the news?” Clara stood anxiously.“Just leave, Clara. I want to be alone,” I sank into the couch in tears.I felt a little headache as tears rolled down my cheeks.“Granny Lorette is calling,” Clara showed me my phone.“I don’t want to see anyone! Don't you get it?” I flinched.THREE YEARS AGO IN FRANCE“Oh girl, you look so hot,” One of the hottest actors spanked my buttocks.Slap!“You fucking slut!” Oliver slammed me against the dressing room door.“Let me go! You pervert!” I hit him in the chest.Pulling me to himself, and holding my hand against the door, he whispered into my ears.“Do you think you can be a star without sleeping around?” he mocked.“Fuck off!” I spat in his face.“Well, I’m not the so gentle–”“Let he
Michael’s POV“Etta, I’m sorry.” these were the last words I said before blacking out.TWO WEEKS AGO “What am I supposed to do, Max?” I sat at the bar drinking myself into a stupor.“She wouldn’t even allow me to touch Valerie,” I lamented.“That’s because what you did was really cruel, dude,” Max replied.“So, what do I do?” I asked fatigue etched on my face.“Maybe you should visit Valerie,” He suggested. “I want my baby back. And I also want my wife back.” I lamented. “I don’t even know what to tell Valerie when I see her,” I replied frustrated.“Just tell her you are her father,” Max replied.“And you think she’s going to believe that?” I asked. “She’s just three years old.” Max cheered.“Alright then,”Signaling to Alex, I asked him for Marietta’s movement.“She seems to have flown back to America. She has issues with her manager,” Alex explained.“Can you pull some strings for me? I need to see my daughter. Bella already recognized me as her father,” I asked.Unlike the last
Marietta’s POVI was in a meeting when Clara badged in. “Ma’am,”“I’m in a meeting. Anything else can wait,” I whispered.“I’m not sure this can wait,” Clara stepped in. Handing my phone over to me.BILLIONAIRE’S DAUGHTER, VALERIE WHITMORE GOT SHOT AT HER SCHOOL PLAYGROUND“Please, can we reschedule this meeting?” I asked the board.“Sure,” Mr. Lucian answered.Making my way out of the company in tears, I aimed towards Valerie’s school.“Ma’am,” Clara handed my phone over to me.“Michael, where is my daughter?!” I charged in anger.“She’s here with me in the hospital. I will text you the address,” he replied. Soon, a notification popped on my iPhone. In under a few minutes, my car pulled over at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.Just like I presumed, the reporters were already at the hospital entrance. Right now, I wasn’t ready for any questions.“Is there any other entrance to the hospital?” I turned towards Clara.“No. This is the only one,” Clara answered.“Make a way for me then
Michael's POV "But what doctor?" I dragged him by the cloth. It was one thing that Etta already hated me, and now she is about to lose her child. “Doctor! She’s awake,” one of the nurses screamed from behind. Quickly, the doctor left. Assuring us that Valerie will be fine. “Get the hell out of here, Michael.” Marietta charged. “I don't need any of you here!” She snapped. Pointing her fingers at me and Granny. “I'm sorry–” “Leave, Michael!” She spat. “From now on, it's strictly business and nothing more.” These were her last words to me. “Granny, I think we should leave,” I supported my grandmother. “I cannot Michael. I want to see my great-grandchild.” My Granny fussed. “Then you could have done better,” Etta glared. With her fist clenched, she moved closer to the both of us. “You sent me packing when I needed you,” she retorted with cruel indifference. “None of you believed me.” She protested hotly. “I can't even believe I allowed you to touch Valerie.” sh
Marietta’s POVHe pulled away, a small trace of broth still in his mouth. I opened my mouth to speak, but froze when I saw him casually chew the food he had taken from me. “Tastes better than anything on the table,” Aiden said with a soft smile, leaving my cheeks burning with shyness.Since being with Aiden, my heart had slowly begun to heal. I’d been so wrapped up in my painful past that I hadn’t realized just how much I craved this — him. He might be younger than me, but in every way that mattered, he was better. Better than Michael. Better than anyone. He was... simply the best.“Are you done eating?” Aiden asked, settling back into his chair, his gaze still warm on me.“But you haven’t touched your food,” I said, glancing at the untouched plate in front of him.“I’m full,” he said simply. “Watching you eat is enough.”Feeling a little flustered, I cleared my throat, picked up the glass of water, and took a long sip. Setting it down, I met his eyes and said quietly, “I’m don
Marietta’s POV He crushed his lips against mine as we both inhaled deeply.I didn’t realise when I opened up and allowed him to slide his tongue into mine.“Aiden,” I broke off quickly.“I’m sorry,” he apologized, before taking his hand off me.“I was just mesmerized by your beauty,” he answered, stuttering. “And I’m sorry I ruined our dinner night.” He added, this time helping me to get off the shelf.Heaving a sigh, I shook my head in disapproval at his words. “No, you didn’t. Lena did.”I could see excitement written all over his face as he pointed at the door. “So you are no longer leaving, right?”“Yes,” I answered slowly.It’s not as if my life was going to get any better if I left his abode and protection behind.Who knows, Katty might be out there lingering around and waiting for me.“I’ll ask the maid to make us something else to eat,” Aiden said, aiming for the door.“And yeah,” he turned towards me. “Bella will join us this time around,” he replied. “She needs to be pro
Marietta’s POVSilence filled the room, broken only by a few sharp gasps.My hands shook as I stared at what had just happened.When I finally looked up at his face, his eyes were already red.“I’m sorry, Aiden. But can you just leave me alone?” I whispered beneath my breath.Yanking his hand off, I tried to leave, but he wouldn’t allow it.“Rita,” he called, his grip firm on my elbow.“Yes, boss,” Rita replied, bowing to him.“Take the maids and leave,” he commanded. Rita went silent for a while, her eyes focused on mine.“Yes, boss,” she answered. Turning her back against us, she ordered the maids out, and soon the door clicked closed, leaving just me, Aiden, and Lena alone. “I’m not responsible for your pregnancy, Lena. And you know that!” Aiden rebuked Lena even with his hand still holding mine.“Then you lie because every evidence is here with me,” Lena lashed, as she picked up her bag only to bring out her phone.“And what am I supposed to do with that?” Aiden asked in total
Marietta’s POVI blinked back in disbelief as I watched the maid nod in affirmation.“I’m the first?” I repeated while I watched the maid smile back at me.“Yes,” the maid answered before bowing her head.“My name is Rita, and it’s nice to have you here,” she said, snapping her fingers. Just then, the other maids made their way out, lining themselves up, while some approached me, standing to my left and right. “Can we take off your clothes?” The maids asked, and I surrendered to their will, my eyes fixed on Rita.It took the maids two hours to get me dressed and ready for an occasion I know nothing about. “Why–”“Master asked us to get you dressed up for dinner,” Rita, the chiefmaid, replied.“Dinner? Like a date?” I stuttered in surprise.“Kind of,” Rita answered, signaling to the maids.As I watched some of them open the makeup tool in front of me, others started to adorn my hair with beautiful bands and jewelry.My heart raced fast as I saw the dress that was brought for me by R
Michael’s POVI couldn’t get my mind off the kiss I had shared with Donovan yesterday. It has been wet, hot, sweet, yet brief. And it has been fickle with my heart, but it has also messed with my brain, leaving me helpless.“Donovan,” I spoke his name out loud, as I watched the door open almost immediately.“Can I come in?” Donovan asked, his eyes settling on the bottle of alcohol I had set in front of me.Well, speak of the devil and he shall appear.“Yes, what did you find out about Katty and Gloria?” I asked impatiently.As much as I tried to take my mind off Marietta, I couldn’t. My thoughts have been divided ever since I shared that kiss with Donovan.Who am I? I can’t possibly be drawn to a man like myself. I need to visit a therapist. It seems I might not be able to handle this myself.“Marietta has been abducted,” Donovan replied with his head bowed.I jumped out of my seat with my fist clenched and my eyes fixed on Donovan.I moved closer to him to be sure I heard him corre
Marietta’s POV“You came for me?” I said with more tears rolling down my cheeks.“Boss, she has escaped,” one of his guards reported with a bow.“Find her and bring her to me,” He shrieked.“Yes, boss,” Adien commanded.Losing me from the chains that had held me bound, I collapsed into his arms and blacked out immediately. *********I had woken up to the smell of vanilla and luxury. Not just that, the cool air on my skin also confirmed that I was now in a better place.My vision was blurry at first, but later cleared upon feeling a touch on my skin.“Aiden, what are you–”I was stopped with his lips on mine, each accompanied by his tongue.It lasted for a while before we finally broke off panting heavily. His eyes scrutinized mine, as he placed his forehead on mine, his breath fanning my face.“Etta?” Bella called before halting in her tracks. “Am I interrupting something?” “I’ll just leave,” Aiden whispered and left quickly, letting me know that he would be back very soon.“Bella,
Marietta’s POV“Aiden,” I grabbed his shirt tighter, my breath fanning his bare neck.“I love it when you call my name,” He smirked before letting go of me.I could swear I was already getting wet beneath. I could feel my natural lubricant beneath me. I didn’t want him to stop, but I don’t want to continue either. “I’m sorry,” he said, panting heavily.I could tell he had to control himself from taking me right now. I could see that through his heavy breath and his red ears.“The maids will attend to you,” he said, taking a few steps back. “But Aiden…” I cleared my throat as he turned towards me. “What? Do you want to tell me something, Pookie?” “No,” I waved my hand and looked away from him. I don’t know if it’s just me but he looks damn hot, that I just couldn’t resist him whenever he’s close.Just then, a knock landed on the door, interrupting my thoughts.“Who is it?” I inquired, wrapping my clothes around me quickly.The master asked us to attend to you,” the maids chorused
Marietta’s POV“You came for me?” I said with more tears rolling down my cheeks.“Boss, she has escaped,” one of his guards reported with a bow.“Find her and bring her to me,” He shrieked.“Yes, boss,” Adien commanded.Losing me from the chains that had held me bound, I collapsed into his arms and blacked out immediately. *********I had woken up to the smell of vanilla and luxury. Not just that, the cool air on my skin also confirmed that I was now in a better place.My vision was blurry at first, but later cleared upon feeling a touch on my skin.“Aiden, what are you–”I was stopped with his lips on mine, each accompanied by his tongue.It lasted for a while before we finally broke off panting heavily. His eyes scrutinized mine, as he placed his forehead on mine, his breath fanning my face.“Etta?” Bella called before halting in her tracks. “Am I interrupting something?” “I’ll just leave,” Aiden whispered and left quickly, letting me know that he would be back very soon.“Bella,
Marietta’s POVEveryone’s jaw dropped as I held the girl’s hand, stopping her from retaliating.“Are you being serious right now?” I scoffed as I watched tears roll down her cheeks.“What’s going on here?” Aiden appeared behind almost immediately.The elevator door closed, and everyone explained what had happened between me and the girl to Aiden. All through the whole explanation, Aiden had said nothing, but his eyes only lingered on mine. As if waiting for me to defend myself.“They are lying,” I replied.I clenched my fist, my eyes darting from one person to another. I could see through them, they wanted me gone. “You are fired,” Aiden’s voice echoed through the hallway, sending shivers down my spine.I trembled in fear as I tried to make up some words, but I couldn’t.Where was I supposed to start from? Is he really going to believe his staff over me?Does he even love me at all?His eyes bored into mine as he looked away and motioned past me. Stopping in front of the lady I had