It's been days and she hasn't heard anything about Luther, which somehow relieved her. Their last encounter caused a huge rift between them and she was not sure if she is ready to see him. Despite the heaviness she feels, she endures the passing days. She indulges Jazz's invitation, wanting to know him more. Though it's difficult, she needs to move forward. It's enough dwelling in the past. "Thank you for accepting my invitation, Arah" Jazz smiles after they had their intimate dinner. "I enjoy your company, Jazz. Thank you for this evening" she responded with a sincere smile. Indeed she enjoys being with him. He never made her feel suffocated despite his obvious admiration. He knows how to treat her and that is to give her the space she requires. They are enjoying a glass of champagne when someone surprisingly joined them, with a screeching chair in tow. Followed by the smell of alcohol on his breath. "Wow, I missed... the lovely...dinner. Do you...think they... still have some.
Tensing at what he said, Arah did not dare look at anyone. Even to Jazz."I'm not your wife. Stop this nonsense, Luther" she grimly whispers."You are... my wife, right?" persisting, he moves his face closer to her."No, I am not" she firmly counters with a glare."We are... not? But... we are... married. I remembered... signing... our marriage contract" he confusedly grumbles. Indeed he looks thoughtful. But she was aghast when he kept on insisting. It is making her more uncomfortable. She could feel the questioning gaze from across, which she tries to ignore. "We divorced, Luther" she leans closer to his ears and angrily whispers. The night could not be worst than babysitting him. However, even if she tries to speak low, she was sure, Jazz heard them all."We did? Why?" confusion is written all over his face. "I don't know if this is one of your tricks or you are simply messing with me or you're just too drunk to realize but you need to go home and sleep. We will talk when you ar
Tim and Eric shake their heads at the sharpness of Arah's tongue while the rest were surprised. While Helen chuckles despite her tears. She always loves Arah's dark humor, it reminds her of herself. "You need to be tended in the hospital" she added. "Okay," he readily agrees without opening his eyes but tightens his hold on her hand. While the rest were relieved by his agreement. "Arah...!" he suddenly jolted when he was rolled towards the ambulance and Arah let go of his hand. Like earlier, he starts to struggle again. "I'm here, following you" she quickly looms above him to show herself. Only by then, he calms down. But his lidded eyes kept on checking on her. Despite their unusual relationship, she worries a lot about him.She keeps up despite almost running. She was surprised by how Luther obeyed her but it was an opportunity they need to bring him to the hospital. "Mom, dad, I will go with Arah and Luther in the ambulance" Tim turns to their parents who instantly nodded befo
"Who said about turning back?" Her words made him pause for a long moment. He simply just kept staring at her. "Hmmph" suddenly, she was hauled from the floor while he ravished her lips. Like struck by sudden hunger, he devours her lips in pure fervor. Sucking and delving his tongue inside like an offering. Though startled by his boldness, she didn't resist his assault. Rather, she welcomes him like an esteemed guest.He tastes sweeter than she remembered and it impels her to equal his ardor. All these years, she has been a silent spectator of how women fell in line to have their chance to have him. And tonight, she got her chance. Not exactly a chance, it's more of freeing herself from her boundary. For years, Luther has been seducing her. Though at times she could sense his anger towards her, for a reason she doesn't know. Since they established their friendship, he has been full of disparity. At times he is seducing her, there are times he is being sardonic, and sometimes he se
She stirs from sleep and the first thing that registers in her sleepy state is the searing pain in her entire body. Not to mention the prominent discomfort between her legs. Luther got her good last night and she lost track of how many times he claimed her. All the pleasure is so overwhelming for her to be still attentive to what was happening. Fighting off sleep and exhaustion, she tries to turn to the other side of the bed. The side where Luther occupies. And as she expected, it was empty. What did she expect, he already got what he wanted. Like her usual one-night stand, he would leave right after the fire has abated. But she has no regret about what happened last night. By taking several deep breaths, she tries to ease the discomfort in her body. She wasn't sure if she could stand up but she needs to be in her clinic today. "A warm bath would probably help" she miserably whispers to herself. She took her time until she found the strength to turn to her side. She usually
Jazz's words still linger in her head while she watches the blurry night view they passed by outside her vehicle. It was late and she is tired but she dreaded coming home. Letting Luther invade her place last night was a huge mistake. They should have done it at some hotels, not in her place. Now, she will be constantly reminded of everything they did. Her bed will no longer be the same again. She doubts she will have a peaceful sleep without being reminded. She will see every corner of her apartment from a different perspective and worst, Luther will always be included. The least she needs now is a remembrance of her foolishness but she has no choice but to endure it for a while. "I think I need a new apartment" she whispers to herself while the vehicle came to a halt. "We're here, Dr. Rechner" Colin's voice brought her back to the present. She hasn't noticed he has opened the door for her. "Thank you, Colin. See you tomorrow" getting out, she smiles at her driver before heading
Already dressed in her usual night dress, except tonight she wore a flimsy panty, she went out to find Luther already lying on the bed with closed eyes. Though she is sure he is still awake. She quietly walks to her side of the bed and lay down, trying not to disturb him. After she got settled, she stayed unmoving while staring at the ceiling. Unlike last night, it felt odd having someone in her bed. She is too preoccupied with her thoughts when suddenly a hand wrapped around her waist and she was pulled to a hard chest. "Luther..." she immediately felt anxious."I know you are still tender. We will just sleep" he casually mumbles while finding the most comfortable position for both of them. With his arms wrapped around her slender body and his face buried in her hair, she heard him heave a sigh.And the entire time, she remains rigid in his arms. She doesn't know if she feels tense but she can't help it. Despite how she struggles the make herself relax, she seems to be more overwh
Despite being new to everything happening in her life at the moment, Arah tries to keep up. She and Luther, under one roof, and living as lovers is her biggest adjustment. They were once married but they never had so much interaction unlike now. During their arranged marriage, they never make love before sleeping. They don't eat breakfast together like they were doing every morning now. Well, of course, Luther cooked and prepared them. And tonight after her busy day, she went to attend Steel Corporation's company dinner party. And though she was quite late, she was readily ushered to the Steel family table. Helen and Eric welcome her while Tim left his circle to greet her. Only Luther remains with some associates, seriously talking. Though their eyes fleetingly met no one noticed. "You're looking great, Amara. Stunning as always" Helen speaks with a gentle smile. She could see the exhaustion on her face but she dare not mention it. "Thank you, mom. Even if I look like a mess, you
"You're such a menace! Wait until the CEO and Dr. Steel know about this. They will surely return you to the orphanage. Where you should belong!" "Enough and leave, Madame. You're scaring her" Zack, the head of security of Amari, grimly mutters while hugging the already crying girl. "How could you tolerate such behavior? Are you informing the CEO of her menace here in school? You should tell him so they would know how to deal with her. You are just conforming to the brat's whim" ignoring Zack, the woman continues. "She is a disgrace" with pure disdain, she declares. "Stop it, madame or I will throw you out" Zack angrily warns while trying to avoid Amari from hearing what the woman has been saying. They have an order not to intervene in any school dealings but Amari got into a fight with her classmate in primary two. Unfortunately, the mother was outside and the moment she knew of what happened to her daughter, she angrily confronted Amari. Zack and his men have to intervene af
"I heard he is a famous playboy abroad""No doubt about that. Look how gorgeous he is" "Can you see his package? Huge. That's heaven inside his black swimming shorts""I could imagine how he will fill me inside" dreamily, someone added."Not to mention the rumors about him being a billionaire""Yes, I've noticed several security around him when he arrives. He must be very rich""I need to be acquainted with him""I need to have him tonight. I can't let this moment pass without having that stunning man""But I've noticed a ring around his ring finger. Could he be married?" "I don't care if he is married. The hell I care about his wife. Anyways, she won't know I tasted her husband" snickering, the woman haughtily raves. "Men as gorgeous as him should not be kept for one woman alone. He should be shared""But the real battle is how you could approach him without being thrown away. A lot had already tried and they were not even halfway to him when security appears to stop them" with a
Flashback: Night of the graduation ball.Then...She never had thought that she will be having the man that every woman covets at the party. Before she and Tim left, he was with Stacey. And whatever the reason why he was in her room, she no longer wants to ponder deeply. He was drunk and he might have mistaken her for Stacey after he entered the wrong room. "You have mistaken me for Stacey" she whispers. It somehow hurt her but she tries to cast it aside. She doesn't want to ruin this night. So with a determined will, she let Luther Steel worship her body. The pleasure he is bestowing her is mind-blowing and all she could do is moan and grunt. Despite it being dark, she could imagine their act like it was being flashed in her very eyes. Luther, in between her slender legs, doing wonders that are making her writh in pure pleasure. While his hands are exploring her nakedness. Playing with her twin peaks. "Ahhn..." she lewdly moans, arching at the bliss of his relentless lips and t
Arah looks around the place that is very familiar to her. It has undergone some renovations but it's still the same place as she remembers. But she cannot understand why Tim ask at this time to talk to her. It was her wedding night and what was more surprising was when Luther let her come with his brother. Though he had a valid reason to make sure the children were settled at home before spending their wedding night away from home, something is not adding up. "What is this all about, Timmy?" chuckling, she asks the quiet man beside her. They are at the bar waiting for their drinks. "Don't overthink. I just want to spend time with my best friend. It's been a long time since we had this time alone" playful, he responded. "Yeah, we both got busy" quite guilty, she mumbles. These past months have been a mixture of setbacks and feats. "It's understandable. Your family is growing and you should prioritize them" he fondly smiles while she responded with the same fondness. "Thank you f
"Mama... "One word that made Arah gasp before bursting into tears. It was a softly spoken word but reached her ears. However, not only her heard the small voice. Luther's eyes widen in disbelief while his mother has the same predicament as Arah. Their eyes brimmed with tears as they all stare at the calm orbs staring at the bride. "My little dove...yes Amari, mama is here" cupping her face, she tenderly speaks to her daughter. "Mama..." And there it is again, making her laugh with pure happiness while tears freely stream down her face. Unconcerned about the light makeup she wears. "Yes, my little love" she quivers. "You're giving me the greatest gift on my wedding day, Amari" she happily exclaims while scooping her from Helen. Amari just look at her for a moment, seeming to be memorizing her face. And Arah let her while watching her gray orbs trailing her face with her calm gaze. They waited for her next word. Though Arah was already contented hearing her speak a single word.
Three months after she gave birth, Arah is now ready to walk the aisle with scattered rose petals.Her wedding day. The day she will officially be Mrs. Luther Steel.Wearing an all-white gemstone embellished wedding gown, she stands in front of the closed door that would lead her to the altar. A tearful smile carves her face upon hearing the wedding music from outside. And on the other side of the door, she knows her mother is waiting for her together with Riley. Riley will accompany their mother to walk her to the altar where Luther is already waiting. It was supposed to be her father but until this morning she got no confirmation from him.The thought of not having her dad on her wedding day made her heart heavy. But she can't allow her mood to be dampened. Taking several deep breaths, she calm herself and plastered a smile on her face. Trying to tear herself away from depressing thoughts, she slowly shakes her head and thinks of people who love her.Outside, Luther and their ent
"We cannot find anything about the child. The two adults with her are also unknown. They are not in any records. They may not be from here, sir. No relatives even friends" one of Luther's men reported. Arah looks at Luther, worry reflecting in her eyes. They are trying to help locate the relatives of the child she helped from the accident. It's been a month but no one visits her. Even the dead bodies of her parents remain unclaimed. The city has no choice but to just bury them in one of the public cemeteries. "We suspect they are illegal immigrants. We don't have a name for the three victims. We also find nothing in their belongings to help us with their identity" the man continues. "Then expand the investigation to other countries. I want to know where she came from. She can't be a Jane Doe. Somewhere, someone knows who they are" Luther dismissed. He doesn't like to be at a dead end. "Yes, sir. We will immediately report once we got any information. The team is moving now. Sir Ba
If the outside was magnificent, the inside is perfection.With uniformed maids lined on both sides of the entrance, they are welcomed by the head steward. Indeed, she feels like a queen even without a crown. Everything is pure grandeur. "Welcome home, Dr. Rechner. Young master, Zebastian"Fond smiles adorned everyone's faces while looking at the asleep baby in Luther Steel's arm."This is Roel, he manages the household staff" Luther introduce the man to Arah."Nice meeting you, Roel" smiling, she offers her hand, which he readily accepted."It's my great honor to serve your family, CEO Steel, Dr. Rechner" Roel sincerely responded.After their polite interaction, Roel introduces the fifteen household staff to the couple. People who will their family.Awed by the beauty of their new home, she continue to gawk with teary eyes."How long did it take to construct this?" she softly asks. He is curious about the timeframe. "The structural plan has been with me for years. The landscape ha
"Boss"George and Levy barge inside. Immediately, they found Luther on the bed looking disoriented and disheveled from sleep."Son, what's wrong?" Eric worriedly asks while closely following behind. His eyes furrowed upon seeing him in a state of disorientation.Even the medical team dashes inside to check out the commotion. "Arah? Where is Arah?" still disoriented, he raves in panic. He has been scorching the spot next to him, seeming to find something in space.But before anyone could respond the bathroom door opens."Ther? What's wrong?" Arah, who is supporting herself on the doorknob worriedly asks.All eyes turn in her direction and immediately, the medical team ran to help her. While Luther gapes at her in surprise, dumbfounded.George and Levy heave a sigh of relief upon seeing her. They are on guard for the possible danger that may come upon the couple though the place is highly secured. "What's wrong, Ther," she asks again after getting no response. Slowly, she was led bac