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“Our next performers are Jake Morgan and Liam Wright. They are going to play a piano duet of Heart and Soul by Mozart! Let's give the boys a round of applause!" An announcer said while directing everyone's attention to the side of the elevated platform. Hoots and applause could be heard as Liam and Jake walked onto the stage in their formal attires, their heads occasionally turning to the audience, both looking for their loved ones. Liam noticed how Jake was waving at his parents. He also examined the audience in search of Scarlett and Kaleb. He smiled, seeing his grandmother Samantha, his uncle Boris and Kaleb already there, but a frown easily formed on his face realizing that Scarlett was not present. It was the night of Liam's recital and everyone was gathered in the school's auditorium. Two groups have already rendered their performance. Liam and Jake's presentations were next. While Jake was walking to the piano, Liam remained at the side, his eyes wandering to the door an
Luca was holding Scarlett’s wrist, his eyes fiercely looking down at her. He asserted, “Scarlett, please. Let’s talk.” “But, I’m with the child. I cannot talk right now -” “Just, there.” Luca pointed out one corner of the lobby. “Leave the child in the seat and we can speak while you can still monitor him.” Reluctant about his proposition, Scarlett hailed for one of the front desks, asking the lady to watch over Liam. She followed Luca to the isolated part of the lobby where they both practically whispered their exchange. Seeing that Liam sat on the sofa with the receptionist, Scarlett returned her gaze to Luca. She asked, “What is it, Luca?” “Why are you letting another child call you a mother?” Luca asked. “I thought you wanted a child you could call your own.” “Of course, I want my own child, but it does not mean I cannot love another,” she quietly answered. “And why are you asking this? It’s really none of your business.” Luca swallowed air down his throat. He peered in ano
***BACK TO THE PRESENT*** “He will not come here again,” Kaleb said while pulling down the blanket of his bed. “Let’s get some rest now. Don't worry, I’ll take care of Luca.” Seeing that Scarlett was still bothered, he asked, “What’s on your mind, kitten?” “It’s just that I’ve always known Courtney was crafty, and after seeing her get along with her biological mother, I have long concluded that I could not trust mother Analisa too, but Luca’s father?” Scarlett said, shaking her head. "I don't know what I did to him to make a lie about me." “Hmmm.” Tapping the pillow next to him, he urged, “I’ll take care of him too. Just focus on your job and your studies. Leave the rest to me." After the heated exchange with Luca and Scarlett, Kaleb came in between them. He ordered Luca out of the hotel and warned him about entering any of the same Diamond Hotels again. Back then, he declared, "From now on, the Jameses are banned from the Diamond Hotels." Since Scarlett was uneasy after Luca’s s
“Well, what is it?” Scarlett asked. She looked at her watch and said to her three visitors, “Please. I still have a dance practice with Kaleb. I can’t miss it.” Scarlett was looking straight at Cindy, Courtney, and Analisa. Her patience was wearing thin at how the three were stalling. “Your sister, Courtney, is willing to make the ultimate sacrifice,” Cindy finally spoke. “For you.” “Oh,” Scarlett replied, her brows raised as she reacted. “That’s surprising.” Instantly, she saw how Courtney’s eyes watered. She reached for a tissue from her bag and wiped the corners of her eyes. “What sacrifice are you going to do for me, my dearest sister?” Scarlett asked, utterly curious. “Scarlett, Courtney will end her relationship with Luca. She figured, you are still so hurt about your breakup with Luca that you are making it difficult for us - you know, with your father’s will,” Cindy explained. “Sister, I did not want to make things difficult with father. He is really going through so
While riding inside Kaleb’s Knight XV, Scarlett had been staring blankly at her phone, waiting. “Kitten?” Kaleb called. “We have to act normal. You are not acting normal right now.” “They haven’t called,” Scarlett faintly pointed out. “Exactly the reason, we have to go to my parent’s party, as planned,” Kaleb suggested. "We would be acting suspiciously if we did not." Scarlett sighed. She softly replied, “The fact that they never bothered to call me meant they did not see me as anyone important -” “Another reason for you to act like your usual,” Kaleb asserted. He pressed his lips against her ear and suggested, “Your father will be fine. They took the medical flight to Swaxon. Your father will be treated by the best doctors.” Scarlett and Kaleb agreed that Philip technically followed Aurora out of Braeton City under false pretenses. It was best not to reveal how they were responsible for him being missing. Still, what shocked Scarlett the most was how Cindy and Courtney had no
“How about a beach proposal?” Gaby suggested. “Kyle did that on his anniversary proposal.” “At the rooftop! Hire a private chef. Get a helicopter ride!” Kate advised. “I saw that on TV. Seems great!” “You can surprise her at the office,” Kenzie added. “An intimate one is fine too, son. Just… do it right,” Samantha also gave her two cents. The ladies surrounded Kaleb as he sat on one chair in front of the table. Scarlett settled across from them, feeling sheepish at how Kaleb’s family was practically planning his proposal right in front of her. “And what kind of proposal is that when you simply put it in her hand? While sleeping, I might add,” Kenzie questioned. Wincing, Kaleb turned to his elder sister, asking, “Wait? Did Andrew propose to you that way? Because as far as I can remember -” “This isn’t about me?” Kenzie swayed her finger in front of Kaleb. “Nope! This is about you - learning from all of us… Because you know how each one of our husbands asked our hands in marria
“I can’t do this. I just can’t.” Scarlett’s heart was galloping. Even as Kaleb held her hand, she felt her entire body become cold. After formally being introduced to Kaleb’s father, Ethan Wright, the entire family enjoyed a sumptuous dinner. What followed next was Scarlett’s ultimate fear: The Dance. All couples of the Wright Family were expected to perform a waltz. There were two sets of dances. The first was with their respective partners and the second involved rotating partners. The music began, and Scarlett followed Kaleb’s lead. It was just a simple set of box steps, with Kaleb frequently giving Scarlett a hint of which step to follow next. Despite Kaleb's efforts, however, Scarlett just could not help herself. She stepped on Kaleb’s foot. “Ouch!” “Argggh!” “Maybe you shouldn’t have worn heels, kitten.” Half the time, Kaleb was grunting, his brows often meeting, his face finding various ways to grimace. As they danced, Andrew, Kenzie’s husband, asked Kaleb, “What’s
The party concluded two hours before midnight. Many of the guests have already left, but the Wright siblings were still enjoying their chat. While sitting in front of the same round table with Kaleb, Scarlett finally had the chance to check her mobile. Her eyes widened seeing how many calls she had missed, all of them, coming from Cindy Barnes. She turned to Kaleb, and he was quick to pick up based on her worried expression. She tilted her head in the direction of the huge double doors and Kaleb nodded, silently agreeing. Soon, she made her way outside. Scarlett found a good private spot where three sofa seats were set up in one corner. She sucked in a breath before making the call. “Scarlett, I need your help,” Cindy quickly answered. Composing herself, Scarlett thought back. ‘How would I normally answer this?’ “My help? That’s the first,” Scarlett remarked before asking, “What do you need, mother?” “Look, Scarlett. I would not come to you if I did not think I had another ch
My Beloved Readers, Thank you for supporting me with Kaleb's story. For those who have not read my other books, please find the list below: Book 1: Mommy, Where Is Daddy? The Forsaken Daughter's Return Book 2: Flash Marriage A Billionaire For A Rebound (Kenzie's Story) Book 3: I Kissed A CEO And He Liked It (Kyle's Story) Book 4: The Devil's Love For The Heiress (Kate's Story) Another book that is related to the Wright family series is Liam's story (Kaleb's son). Check the book below: Mr. CEO, I Came Back To Love You (Completed) Aside from the Wright family, I also have the following stories for you to read. I hope that you will try them. The Playboy Superstar Versus The CEO (Erotic Romance - Completed) The Alpha of Valmore: His Fight For His Luna And Heir (Werewolf - Completed) The CEO's Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor (Completed) Available only here in Goodnovel App! Follow me on social media. Search Author_LiLhyz or LiLhyz on I*G or F*B. I would love to hear from everyone
***Between Kristoff and Kayden*** “Grandma! Grandpa!” Kristoff and Kayden ran toward their grandparents. The Wright family gathered for the twin's third year birthday. “Oh, my dear. Help me!” Samantha exclaimed, turning to her husband with pleading eyes. With age, it became rather difficult for Ethan and Samantha to remember all their grandkids. It was especially hard with Kristoff and Kayden since they looked alike. The boys were a perfect example of identical twins. Their resemblance was so uncanny that it was difficult to tell them apart. “Who wants chocolates?” Ethan raised two bars of the treat. Kayden took one, and Kristoff took the other. Smiling, Ethan pinched Kayden's cheek. He said, “Kayden, my boy!” Then he kissed Kristoff’s cheek and greeted, “Kristoff!” “Yes, grandpa!” Each of the twins acknowledged. Samantha’s mouth fell open. Then, when the twins left, she asked Ethan, “How did you do that?” Ethan smirked triumphantly. He moved closer to his wife and revealed,
Scarlett was taken aback, hearing the news on the phone. It made her gulp. Tears stung her eyes. Her lips trembled as she lowered her mobile back to her purse. The couple was back at their mansion. It had been a month since Kristoff and Kayden were born, and finally; they were able to take the twins home. There were no complications during their month of stay at the hospital. However, the identical twins had to learn how to feed and gain more weight before being discharged from the hospital. Scarlett was inside the nursery, settling the twin boys, Kristoff and Kayden, in their cribs, when she received a call. “What happened? Why are you in tears all of a sudden?” Kaleb asked from the other side of the room. “Did Liam tell you anything about today?” She pursed her lips while wiping the wetness on her face. Then, she inhaled and said, “Any idea why he was late in seeing us at the hospital?” Kaleb’s eyes panned from side to side. Eventually, he shook his head and replied, “He did
Over two years passed. “Lily! Baby, be careful running around,” Scarlett called while setting food on the patio table. Her two-year-old daughter was running on the front lawn without hold. Scarlett glared at Liam, saying, “Liam, please. Keep up with your sister!” It was a Saturday, and weekends were meant for family time. Hence, they had their usual lunch on the patio before resuming with that afternoon’s play activity. “She runs too fast, mom!” Liam, at fourteen years old, complained while dashing after his two-year-old sister. Levin and Lewis, both five years old, also chased after Lily. They were laughing and teasing Lily, acting like zombies to scare her off. “Stop it guys. You are scaring your sister,” Scarlett tried to reason with the boys, but when the twins did not listen. Scarlett turned around and called her husband, “Kaleb! Levin and Lewis aren’t listening!” The twins immediately stopped trailing after Lily, and at the sight of their father, they sealed their lip
“What is it, father?” Scarlett asked, seeing her parents late in the afternoon at their home, her hand landing on her tummy. Scarlett was already five months pregnant and carrying a baby girl. It was precisely what Kaleb wanted. Philip and Cindy looked at each other. Philip replied, “Analisa is dead, and Courtney is in the hospital fighting for her life. We received the call two hours ago, and… we decided that we thought… we should let you know in person.” “What happened?” Scarlett asked, sitting on the couch. "How did Analisa end up dead? And How did Courtney end up in the hospital?" “The prison guard had long reported Analisa’s animosity towards Courtney. So that was why they have never put them in the same cell,” Cindy reported. “I think that was because Courtney testified against Analisa with Luca’s lawsuit.” Scarlett nodded. She recalled how Analisa was given another ten years in prison without parole. Luca was determined to put Analisa behind bars, considering how he thought
“Good morning, sunshine.” Feeling kisses on her back, Scarlett felt ticklish. Her eyes opened. She smiled with the recollection of how they made love last night. She turned to her husband and accepted more kisses on the lips. Her grin grew wider. She said, “Last night was amazing.” Scarlett recalled how, after doing it in the living room windows, they resumed making love in the main bedroom of the penthouse suite. After which, they did it again in the shower. Finally, they had a late dinner and made love again in the dining area. The couple dozed off after the fourth round, but Kaleb woke her up at three in the morning, already making love to her from behind. So they spooned into their fifth round of lovemaking. Scarlett and Kaleb delighted in sweet and gentle pecks, smiling and caressing each other’s skins. Kaleb was the first to speak. “Congratulations on your promotion, kitten… but now that you are a senior associate, I hope you won’t take back-to-back lawsuits so often.” “
Scarlett was ready to kick the man’s balls as soon as her feet would land on the floor, but she easily caught the scent of her husband’s perfume, and it wasn’t just that. The man’s arms, his height, his build, and his natural scent were just utterly familiar to her. “Are you ready for a night of pleasure, Misses Wright?” When he spoke, everything became clear to her. How could she not recognize her own husband? It was Kaleb! The man hurriedly carried her to the living room and settled her on the sofa. He climbed on top of her and his lips smashed down on hers. “Mmmmm,” A moan escaped Scarlett’s lips, making Kaleb lean back. The smacking sound of their lips echoed across the vast living room space. The lights were still off, and they could only make out their familiar figures as they began tearing each other’s clothes. Kaleb let go of Scarlett’s lips, saying, “Are you going to cheat on your husband, Misses Wright? I’m going to fuck you carelessly.” Scarlett chuckled. She answe
A year passed. “Kitten, we are outside the courthouse,” Kaleb said on the phone. Scarlett turned to the courtroom one last time, and seeing the satisfied look on her colleagues' faces; she knew they tried their very best. Even their clients, Secure Coverage International, were happy with the closing arguments. They went against Braeton city’s mayor, who had purposely burned down his vacation home to claim a fire insurance premium. In court, Scarlett and her team presented evidence that the mayor had long been planning for a complete renovation and that taking the entire house down had always been part of his plan. The judge may not have decided yet, but Scarlett believed they would win. She smiled at the happy faces of her team members before saying goodbye. “Guys, I need to go now. Mister Rick, and Miss Sanchez, thank you again for trusting us with this case. I’ll see you again next week during the sentencing.” Scarlett made her way outside the courthouse in her white, yet forma
Liam embraced Scarlett. He caressed Scarlett’s back and said, “Mom, I’m sorry.” “I just want to understand, Liam. I thought you would be happy about me being there for you. It’s been a while since I waited for you after school,” Scarlett pointed out. While she was thoughtfully hurt about how Liam acted, she relished in his embrace and hugged him back. “I was expecting you to hug me, kiss my cheeks, and tell me you miss me being there for you after school hours, but instead, you pushed me away.” “I’m sorry that I have been so busy, but I always tell you why and I come to your room every night, even if we don’t get to talk sometimes. I wanted to let you know I came to check on you.” Letting go, Scarlett could see how Liam was feeling guilty. Using his fingers, he wiped the tears that stained her face. He took several deep breaths and answered, “It’s - it’s not that.” Liam scratched his head and admitted, “I knew you were busy, mom. Dad keeps telling me too. I wish you had more time