Chapter 10 She wiped her face with her handkerchief, panting heavily after sprinting from the mansion to the office. It looked like a herculean task at first, but she was determined that nothing would stop her from getting to work, so she spurred her ahead. There was something else that made her happy, and that was the fact that she was going to make Adrian suffer. He had hurt her severally in less than twenty four hours of their meeting, and she didn't have any plan of letting it slide. The sound of a door being slammed got her attention, revealing that Adrian was already settling into the office. It wouldn't take time for him to call all the staffs so he could address them. It wasn't long before she heard the bell go off. He sent for them faster than she expected, so she dressed the sleeves of her blouse and braced herself for the address of the monster in human form. The workers had already filed up in front of their desks, most of them had worried looks plastered on their fac
Chapter 11 Maria walked around the kitchen counter with a smirk. She had it all planned out, and the silly idea she was would come to play. It wasn't her fault that she served him the wrong kind of coffee, she didn't know what he liked. She was going to have her revenge on him. She brewed another coffee while searching for black pepper. Her aim was to make sure that Adrian didn't mess with her next time. "Gotcha!" She exclaimed when she saw the transparent container that held the pepper. Her hands reached for a teaspoon that was beside the plate rack and she dug into the container, taking the amount she needed. She only took a pinch and stirred and when she was satisfied, she headed back to his office while the cleaner rushed in and cleaned the mess that was made. "Your coffee is ready, sir," She said, knocking twice on the door. "Bring it and quit standing there, will you?" He snapped, his eyes glued to the laptop in front of him. She placed the saucer which was different fro
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 12 Time flew quickly, as Maria spent the remaining part of the afternoon working in Adrian's office. He barely said a word to her and when he did, it was about getting clarity on certain dates and details of the contracts. Maria itched to talk to him and rant about how quiet the office was, not like she enjoyed his company and she hadn't even forgotten the event that happened the evening before, but she hated the unnerving silence that flowed between them. "What's the use of being here if you planned on finishing what is remaining of my life with boredom?" Maria summoned the courage to ask. Adrian clicked his tongue and typed away, infuriating Maria who was expecting an answer from him. "I know you heard me Mr Adrian," She continued to grate on his nerves, even though she knew what he was capable of doing to her. Adrian lifted his gaze from the computer and fixed it on her. "And what am I supposed to say to you? I am your boss and unnecessary chatter
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 13Maria and Kelvin exchanged surprised glances. They couldn't stand each other and the last thing she expected was Adrian asking him to take her in. "What do you mean by that? How can you ask him to take me in, isn't it better I crawl all the way in," She yelled. "It's either you stay outside alone or you allow him to take you in. Is that understood?" He asked, his voice slightly raised showing how irritated he was by her defiance. She nodded slowly and sulked while Kelvin swept her off her feet. She didn't bother to resist as she had enough for the day. Her body ached for the soft mattress in her room and she couldn't wait to lay on it. "Can you hurry? Your arms aren't so comfortable," She bemoaned and rolled her eyes. Kelvin increased his pace until he got to her room. He dropped her gently on the bed and while he was about exiting the room, Maria stopped him with a shocking question. "How did you feel after watching that innocent man die?" He tw
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 14 Kelvin sighed after leaving the shower. It had been stressful at work as his boss, Mr Adrian, kept sending him on errands. He couldn't complain because he was faithful and enjoyed working for him. Only that, he had become more edgy recently so he had to tread carefully or his life would be on the line. His boss didn't tolerate mediocrity or disloyalty, and he wouldn't think twice before dumping him if he ever found such characters in him. He heard a knock on his door and yawned, then stared at the clock hanging on the wall. It was almost 9pm and all he wanted to do was to sleep. "Who's there?" He asked, tossing his pajama short. "It's I, Ryder." He rumbled and Kelvin rolled his eyes, fighting simultaneously with the sleep that was about to claim him. "Come in then," He said and laid on the bed, his head on the soft and fluffy pillow. "I've never seen you this tired before. Was today really stressful for you?" Ryder asked with concern and lowered
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEO Chapter 15 Maria's breathing grew rapid because of the discomforting position Adrian put her in. "Let me go!" She hollered demandingly but Adrian only regarded her like a mere servant that had no right to make orders. Frustrated and angry, she tried to kick his stomach but he was able to sense her move and block her legs from touching him. "Why do you like to test me, huh? There was obviously no need to escort him to the door, you just wanted to sell yourself to him." He paused while Maria wore a deep frown, thinking of what to say to save her pride. "I told you earlier that you'll be going to work tomorrow, but you argued and called me names. Now you have decided to be very nice to the doctor." "How is that any of your business? He was very kind to me and he is more of a human than you'll ever be," She said and scoffed. "Oh really?" He narrowed his brows and smirked, lowering his face towards her since he was taller than her. "I wonder who trained you becau
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 16Maria clicked her fingers with satisfaction, happy that she was able to organize the day's activity with less stress. All she had to do was to tell Adrian about his schedule and enjoy her free time.The telephone beside her laptop rang and she picked it up immediately without having to guess who the caller was. "Maria on the line," She said enthusiastically."In my office, now!" Adrian barked and ended the call.Maria stared at the receiver, shocked by Adrian's harsh tone. She didn't expect him to be that demanding even though he didn't like her.Her ankle was healing slowly, but she wasn't about to let Adrian know about it or he'll add more workload to what she already had. She adjusted the band of her wide leg pants and stood up.She walked slowly and took in deep breaths to keep herself level headed as Adrian knew the right button to press to get her angry."You sent for me, sir," She said after getting permission from him to come into his office."I
KIDNAPPED BY THE CEOChapter 17 Maria, who was elated because of the contract that she was able to get, became sad at her boss's choice of words. If it were to be Mr Raymond, he'd have praised her and even give her some money. While she pondered on what Adrian said to her, the door of her office swung open and she knew exactly who did that. "Hi! Bestie, congratulations," Rachel stormed in and hugged her tightly, then sat on the little couch in her office. They had been best of friends since Maria started working in the company. But it didn't just happen, Maria who was very jovial and outspoken once helped her when she noticed that Aurora insulted her. Not being able to take it, she barged into their conversation and made sure that Aurora never spoke to Rachel in such a manner. Rachel was very grateful and she insisted that they went for lunch together, and since then, they had turned to soul sisters. She had been absent from work because she went on leave, and they communicated
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