KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 26 It was bright and bubbly that morning. Sounds of engines revving filled the air as everyone was in a hurry to get to work. It was the same in Adrian's house. Maria straightened the flare of her dress and twirled around. She had picked it because she liked the color and the design, and it got her wondering if Adrian took a woman with him while getting the clothes for her. Some of her old clothes were also in the wardrobe, she saw them there too but to her, there was nothing wrong with trying out new things. Her eyes darted towards the clock which showed that it was five minutes past seven in the morning. She gasped, angry that she had woken up earlier and taken her time to look good without knowing that it was still very early. The brightness of the morning deceived her. Since there was nothing else to do but to eat and go to work earlier than usual, she headed downstairs for breakfast. Veronica was the only one present at the table. She had a blue
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 27 Maria had the urge to clean her eyes and ask him if he was the one who apologised or someone else did, but she was scared that he would act differently and say another mean word to her, so she nodded and opened the door. When she returned to her office, she did a happy dance and sat on her chair, placing her feet on the table in a crossed manner. Never in her wildest dream did she imagine Adrian apologising to her. Then something occurred to her. The thought that Adrian could be using that method to get something from her, perhaps, he had another plan to humiliate her. She prayed that he didn't have such plans or she would expose him without minding that the lives of her family members were at stake. Her telephone rang again and she sighed, wondering what Adrian wanted from her. It was annoying that he was about to spoil the good image he had created. "What do you need, sir?" She asked, bringing her legs back to the ground. "I need you to be in m
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 28 Maria sang along to an old soul music that blared from the speakers of Adrian's car. They were on their way to the gift shop after leaving an hour earlier from work. She giggled when she remembered how Aurora eyed her. It was fun to mess with her a little even though she had nothing to do with Adrian. Her phone rang and she smiled when she saw Rachel as the caller. Rachel had returned her bag that afternoon and they had a lengthy discussion about what happened after she left the club. Rachel kept teasing her about Adrian, saying that they were in love with each other and it was just a matter of time before they confessed their feelings. "Hi, girlie," Maria chirped enthusiastically and giggled while Adrian scoffed, focusing his attention on the road. You really left us and went on a date with him, huh. You both should make babies soon, I need to carry them. Maria gushed and quietened Rachel who was getting ahead of herself. "Nothing like that it's
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 29 Maria tried to digest what Adrian said to her. Everything was beginning to make sense to her, he had killed Simon that evening because he wanted to take revenge on him for killing his mother. "I'm so sorry about that, Adrian. You never told me about it or I wouldn't have even suggested that you get her a necklace," Maria said to defend herself but Adrian shook his head. He wasn't going to take her excuse. Seeing that necklace reminded him of what he thought had already been buried. "Leave my car now," He thundered, tightening his grip on the car steering. Maria chuckled at first, hoping that he was joking. They were happy together so why would he become suddenly harsh with her? "You must be joking Adrian, if it's about the necklace I can return it,""I don't want to hear anything from you, just do as I said," He barked. "Why should I leave your car, Adrian? I didn't do anything wrong," She challenged. "Don't argue with me, Maria. You better leav
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 30 "Well I know that I'm handsome," He boasted and sat on her bed. "You don't need to glory yourself in it. Lest I forget, you promised to talk about something, can you do that now or I'll withdraw my forgiveness?" Maria reminded him. Adrian's happy face turned slowly into a sad one but he wasn't going to break his promise. He was bound to tell her soon and somehow, he felt that he could confide in her even though she had a foul mouth. "I'll tell you." He took a deep breath and propped his wrist against his thighs. "My mother and I were very close. I loved her so much and I still do, that was why I was so hurt when I discovered that someone murdered her because of some precious jewellery. It wouldn't have hurt too much if Simon just took it without hurting her, but he still did it and there was a need for revenge." Adrian explained. "That's so sad, I wonder what I'll do if I ever lose my mom. She's very important to me," Maria admitted. "Almost all m
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 31 Veronica was surprised at his action. She had never seen him act that way before, especially whenever he offended her. She was hurt that morning when he talked to her in a rude manner, and the hurt doubled when he didn't bother to apologise. "I should have come back to apologise, but my pride and ego didn't allow me to see the need for apologising to you. If my words aren't enough, then here are the gifts that I got for you." He said, and Maria who had been listening to their conversation, walked in with a broad smile on her face. "Maria? Are you the one who put him up to this?" Veronica asked, collecting the bag from Adrian with her lips partly opened. "No, Veronica. He realised that he had hurt you so he was thinking of a special way to apologise and that was how I came into the picture. Whatever you receive from him is genuine and a lot of effort has been put into getting the best for you," Maria convinced her. Veronica nodded and collected the
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 32Nate and Kelvin sat on the sofa, engrossed in their discussion. They haven't had enough time to discuss as Kelvin was very busy. He was the boss's henchman so he did everything apart from office work for him."When was the last time we had this kind of conversation?" Kelvin asked, opening a bottle of rum with two shot glasses.He poured out for the both of them and placed its cap on it. Nate took his own shot and gulped it at once, returning it to the table with a smile."Months ago, I guess. It hasn't been easy man, the last recon mission I went on almost made me resign." He divulged and Kelvin stared at him in surprise.Nate wasn't someone who gave up easily, he was a strong man and for him to utter such words meant that he went through hell. Since he was Adrian's bodyguard, he didn't have the chance to go on serious missions like Kenny who was a hit man and Nate who worked with the country's forces."Why would you say something like that? You love yo
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 33Maria felt several butterflies flutter around restlessly in her stomach as she was beyond elated. It was surprising to see Adrian make such a gesture after he had publicly told his mother without mincing words that the both of them couldn't be together.She was waiting for the perfect time to ask him what was going on. She wanted to know if he was playing a game or if he was really interested in her.Adrian stole a glance at her, taking his attention off the road for some seconds. He loved the way her makeup blended with her face and how the dress suited her skin tone.Why did she have to be so beautiful? He pondered and shook his head, looking away from her. He wasn't faithful to Sophia but he couldn't hurt any of them by sleeping with Maria."Are you playing games with me?" Maria asked curtly after thinking deeply.For all she knew, he could be using her while she fell into his trap without watching out. Adrian was handsome but he had a not so enigmat
Chapter 116Epilogue“We interrupt the news to bring to you all the dead of Mr Rich Danillo who had commited suicide in his cell his immediate jail term.'' Maria wound up the volume of the radio as she stepped on the gas. Sophia's father killed himself? Well it was to be expected since he was there for life.The only person who was left now was Steve, her fiance, who had been jailed but had somehow gotten loose and was currently on the run. She took a deep breath and exhaled before continuing, there was no need for her to be scared.Steve wasn't desperate enough to hang around her and kidnapped her.There were eyes on hers and bodyguards to numerous to mention, the only reason why she hadn't shouted at her husband to stop was because she knew there was a reason he was being paranoid and frankly it was justified.Right now she was on her way to the cemetery, with Castillo. Two weeks had passed since Sophia's death and Adrian had insisted on burying her properly. A lot of people had
Chapter 115Two Weeks LaterMarie woke up with. African as her head was splitting apart with the migraine she had gotten. She immediately sat up as pain racked through her entire body, she was shocked. She was at home with her baby waiting for Adrian when those men broke into her house and she had gotten knocked out.She turned around trying to look for her baby when she realized that Adrian was tied up next to her looking a bit roughed up but Okay. Well from what she could see."Adrian?!" She called out pulling him from his thoughts as his eyes widened with relief when he saw her."Thank God, you are awake. I was so worried. Are you okay?" He asked as Marie asked."Where is Castillo? Did they take him? Who are they?" She asked as the door swing open as a woman walked in carrying Castillo who was fast asleep on her hands."Well, well, well if it's not the star of the show. Marie or should I say Athena?" She said as Marie stiffened considerably as Adrian turned to look at her although
Chapter 114Athena cried for the loss of her parents and love of her life Gabriel. She couldn't believe that Steve went this far to get rid of her parents just because she had refused to get married to him. This fueled her pain to flee. Her parents had put her happiness first before their lives and she was going to die if she allowed that to go to waste.She was going to get away from this place or she was going to die trying. Luckily since she has been locked up here, they hadn't come to check up on her. She had overheard the news from a maid who was talking to a fellow worker, about their boss disappearance.According to them, Mr Steve had gone on a flight to Spain which was supposed to last two weeks.And Athena knew that the moment he was back, he was going to force her to get married to him and that means she will be a trophy wife for him as long as she lived.She had two weeks to escape before he gets back and to do that, she had to win the trust of either a guard or maid who w
Chapter 113 ***5 years ago****"Mum, dad, I have something that I want to tell you." Athena said that morning as she climbed downstairs getting her parents attention who were eating breakfast."Of course sweetie, you can tell us anything." She said as Athena (Marie) sat down beside her as she took a deep breath and exhaled."I don't want to marry Steve anymore." She blurted out as her parents stopped eating and turned to look at her.They couldn't believe their ears. Their marriage was only a week away and now their daughter Athena was changing her mind. This wasn't going to look good for either of the family. "Why? Why are you telling us this? Did Steve cheat on you? If he did, then we will give him a piece of our mind." Her father said as Athena shook her head slowly and said,"Steve didn't cheat on me. Rather I cheated on him." She said closing her eyes as she waited for the reaction of her parents. She knew that this was going to put her in a lot of trouble but she
Chapter 112Just like that, the day went by smoothly as Lucy only went to his office when there was a need for her to do so. After that, it was mandatory that she went back to the office. After the day was over, Steve was the first to leave as he stopped in front of her office and asked why she was still around since she was supposed to be gone an hour earlier. He asked if she needed a ride to the bus stop,"I'll get home myself. Thank you for the offer though." Steve nodded his head and said,"No issue. If there is anything that comes up, call me. I'll head home first." With that he left as Lucy's smile dropped as she exhaled and took deep breaths.She decided to go home as well. She was avoiding her home because she didn't want to deal with the fact that it was indeed a reality,but there was no way she could extend her stay here. She would just miss the bus and that meant walking home...She hurriedly packed her bags and made sure that she switched off all the appliances she was usi
Chapter 111Afterwards Luke had to leave and head back to the company because he didn't plan on staying the entire da with Sandro. They both had to work since they were both CEO. "I have to go now." Luke said standing up as Sandro looked surprised. He had expected Like to stay with him throughout the remainder of the day."Why are you leaving s soon?" he asked feeling a bit put down as Luke rolled his eyes."I have been here for 30 minutes. We have agreed on what you need. I have to leave and get back to it." He said as Sandro nodded his head."Alright. I understand that you have to go. I won't say anything else. But atleast let us meet up for a drink or some thing." he said as Luke sighed and nodded his head."Sure I'll call you when the time is right." He said as he turned and left his office leaving Sandro all alone..Sandro knew instinctively that he had done or said something to get Luke on edge which was the reason he was leaving this abrupt. But he had no idea what he had said
Chapter 110Sandro, Adrian best friend was seated in his office when the door opened and Luke entered inside. He grinned when he saw his best friend after a while. They had both been busy so they had not gotten any time to see each other."Come in." He said standing up as Luke closed the door behind him as he walked up to Sandro and they both shook hands."Allow me to officially say congratulations to you, Sandro. You are now a fiance. " He said as Sandro laughed and said,"Thank you. And as usual, you know that you will be my best man on the D day. Please sit, let's go straight to business." He said as Luke sat down."So what are you been up to? How is life as a betrothed person?" Luke asked as Sandro grinned."Well you should know about it I guess. It's really awesome. Did you know that Mira is pregnant with my kid, three months old?" He asked as Luke's eyes widened in shock..."Wait three months and you are just telling me this now?" Luke asked a bit angry as Sandro raised his hand
Chapter 109Maria pulled Adrian's hand and placed it above her stomach and waited for him to realize what she was talking about."wait what?" He asked his eyes widening in shock as she nodded her head as Adrian pulled her in and kissed her."Are you sure about this? You are pregnant?" He asked the moment they broke free from the kiss as Marie nodded her head again."I can't believe this." He mumbled as Marie spoke,"We are going to have a baby, Adrian..after all this while. I am finally pregnant." She said as Adrian wiped the tears from her eyes as he said,"I am very happy and I am going to be with you every step of the way. This is our second chance at a happily ever after and I am not going to mess it up." He promised as Marie held onto him as they exchanged kisses.After that day, Marie began to smile more as she was pampered daily by Adrian who seemed to have a lot of devotion toward her and the baby.They had already started planning their room for the baby and the names as well
Chapter 108Marie couldn't believe it. She was pregnant again, she was feeling very happy after all the doctor had talked to her and made her realize that it wasn't her fault she lost the first one. There was nothing she could have done in that situation after all.She could not wait to get back home and tell Adrian the good news. She smiled all the way home.. it was really a nice happy ending for her. After everything she had been through. "Adrian, you won't believe what the doctor told me?" Marie said later that night after they had finished their dinner and was resting on their sofa after a long day.Adrian who was very exhausted and had just come back from a very stressful meeting turned to look at Maria with a confused look on his face."Are you all right is everything okay I remember you vomited 2 days ago is it a sickness?" He asked as Maria shook her head smiling."I'm alright this is a good kind of sickness after all." She said leaving Andrian more confused than ever."I