"I am not!" Her tone was firm and harsh, startling Derrick."Chill out girl, was just trying to make you feel better" he explains."didn't ask for it" She shrugged off her shoulder, not wanting to listen. She knows she means absolutely nothing to him but him leaving without saying anything to her is a slap to her face. At least, she deserves to know, like everyone else living in this godforsaken mansion."Now you are being rude!" Derrick takes a long stride, following her inside."No, I am not" She denies."What's wrong? you know you can tell me anything" Derrick has always been a reasonable and understanding gentleman but today just wasn't the time."nothing ok, just let me be" she declares firmly. Derrick froze on his spot, staring at her. He couldn't believe she just talked to him like that as if he is no one important. Maybe he isn't but at least, for someone willing to hear her out, she should have been a bit nicer."alright! no more bugging you on the same question" He surrender
Derrick had no time to think. He had to be in the office before the clients. With that, he hands her a $100 bill for her fair but Smiles refuses to say she got it under control. Derrick couldn't insist any further and drive off, taking the opposite direction to where they came."stupid you" She cursed herself. That was just too generous of her to turn down his offer and his money."dump ass girl" She kicks in the air. She was angry at her stupid senseless self. She walks gently back home. She was in no haste, there was no Keane to order her around nor to question her whereabouts. "Smiles!" She heard a voice calling from behind and knowing who it was, she didn't turn. The familiar voice only brings nothing but pain to her already injured heart."What more does he want from me?" she asked herself, increasing her steps. He grabs her wrist and forcefully pulls her to him. She crashes into his broad chest. His familiar sweet scent hits her nostrils but it was different, everything was d
She was met with different workers, as they busily work on their computer screens. She felt frightened somehow but being the strong girl that she was, she stood her ground. Acting all brave and tough. They only stop on the third floor. Derrick shows her seat, she doesn't waste time and immediately takes her seat. Knowing she was in Keane's company, there was no room for personal treatment. An average-height guy walks to her with files and places them on her table. She didn't need him to say another word as she started flipping the pages."What am I to do here?" she asked. He politely explains her work and what is required. She nodded when he was done explaining and started working there and then. Her work mood was activated."I'm impressed to see you so focused and determined," Derrick said. She smiles and continues doing her work. She was given the post of financial secretary. with everything left in her, she worked and worked, willing to make a success. There was no trying in he
Smile walks out of the company alongside Derrick. Derick forgot something and went back to collect it while she stood outside, waiting for him. "Here comes the lover girl" Smiles heard the familiar voice of her friend. The mockery in her tone was something she couldn't ignore. "Xena! hi!" Smiles said in a cheerful tone. "I am sure life is dealing with you!" Xena glanced at her from head to toe, silently judging her."not at all...I am doing perfectly fine, more than I ever was" Smiles flashes her an assuring smile. pretending not to get the mockery in her voice."nice...thank God I saw you here...here is an invitation to my wedding with Mark next week" Xena pulls out an envelope in her bag and hands it to her. "You know how the Warrens' families are, they don't accept absence when invited," She said and waved Smiles goodbye, not allowing her to accept or decline. Smiles stare at her back, with so much pain. No matter what happened, Xena was still her friend but hearing from her t
It's been a long weekend for Smiles. Derrick came just once and didn't come again. Only God knows how she made it true without dying of boredom. It's been a week since Keane left, no call, nothing. She walks to the mirror, staring at her bored face. She saw it, the letter Xena gave. It was lying on her table, silently begging for her to open it. She picks up the envelope and opens it, the letter pops out. Going through the invitation, she finds out that the wedding was on the sixteen which was….She pulls out her phone from her pocket, and to her surprise, it was the fifteen. This means the wedding was a day from now…a day from now? *Ah* she screams not believing.She checked on her phone again, making sure she wasn't seeing things but still, it was the same. The fifteen, how could this be? She cries inwardly. She wasn't even prepared for it. What will she wear? At least, the most she can do is to shock them with a new look. She needs to look different, she swore to, or else those s
Smiles stood before the mirror, beautifully dressed in the red ball gown. Her cherry brown hair falls to her back, giving her an extinguishing look. The looks that kill. Her Amber blue eyes shine so brightly under her perfect long lashes. The slightly pink blush makes her look even more gorgeous. Her beauty can make men go to their knees. Well, except one, Keane. She picks up her black shiny purse. She was all set and ready to go.Outside the mansion, was a black Limo waiting for her. She was stunned, but with no questions she walked in, allowing the man to lead her. It was the man she met the day she damaged Keane's car, his driver. This only means he is in town, or maybe not.She arrived in front of a tall big building. She steps out of the car, and her heart pounds in her chest. Taking in a deep breath, she walks forward, on the red carpet. It was crowded, with media people everywhere. Thank God she wasn't a celebrity or a business lady, they let her pass without questioning.
"I see you can't keep your thing intact, Mr Warren" keane's voice was surprisingly low, as he stared at Mark with a raised brow."It's as though you ain't the one getting married" he continues. Mark could only swallow, not knowing what to say.Even though he can't tell what's going on between them, he wasn't deaf to not hear her call him master.But that wasn't his concern now, all he needed was to go far away from Keane hoping she wouldn't make a big deal out of it.Knowing who Keane was, nothing is too hard for him and getting a bad reputation is not something he bargained for."I was drunk and I thought she was my wife… pardon me" Mark begs, hoping it will convince him.Hearing his senseless explanation, Keane tilted his head to the side, finding him funny."Is it that you don't know the person you got married to or she just isn't enough to satisfy you" asked Keane, finding his excuse lame to consider."It wasn't deliberate… I promise it won't happen again" Mark could only beg."Y
Mover closer!" He commands. With no further delay, she did."Closer!" He commands again. Smiles didn't know how close he wanted her to be because she was close enough, their legs were touching each other, indirectly saying there was no space for her to move any further.She stood there, perplexed, blinking at him. He pulled her to him in one swift move, her body came crashing to his hard and hairy chest. She could feel his little brother puking on her mons pubis, giving her a tingling sensation.She tries to arrange herself on him but ends up making it slide in between her thighs, rubbing on her sensitive spots.Surprised by her action, she froze. Stares at him with wide eyes, his mouth lifted in what seems like a smile. She tries to pull away but his hands grab her waist tightly, pulling her even closer. She gulps down nervously, remembering what transpired between them the last time. She couldn't tell she won't react to his touch if he starts his sweet torture. "Sit" his voice w
Smiles and Lisa arrived at the church alongside grandma Shiley, they looked so beautiful in the all-white dress.Both girls were super happy, but Smiles was on the edge.Even though she knows things will turn out fine, she couldn't help but sweat remembering the last time her long dream wedding was ruined.As soon as their car stops, she helps herself out not minding how heavy her dress is. She rushed out and was met by Her dad and Mr Austin.Since she came back, she hasn't got the time to visit them. She was happy to see them but she didn't have the time to spend with them as her eyes darted around, looking for a certain someone.Her heart calls out to Keane, she pushes herself through climbing up the stairs."Heading somewhere dear wife?" Keane sounded from behind.Smiles could feel her heart flutter in excitement as she turns to him, without a word, she throws herself into his arms."You are here, thank God" she breathes out, tears rolling down her cheeks.She can't tell how scared
In a room with little or no light was a lady tight to a chair, as she struggled to set herself free.She didn't know how she found herself locked up, the last thing she remembered was getting into a taxi after her car broke down."Is anyone there, please help!" She cries, face twisting in pain because of the rope tied around her wrist"I need to get out of here," she murmurs to herself.As if being heard, the door flew open as a man in black walked in black followed by a lady."Who are you? And what do you want from me?" She asked in a trembling voice. She doesn't understand why they are keeping her hostage.It was dark, and the light coming from outside made it hard for her to see their faces."Please let me go!" Her cries came."Let you go? Are you serious right now?" Fiona's voice sounds as she makes her way to where she is tied up."Do I know you? Who are you?" She stutters, unable to figure out the owner of the voice.Fiona let out a sad laugh, "who am I?" She tilts her head to t
It was late in the night when Smiles and Keane put their babies to sleep."Finally!" Smiles exclaim, taking in a deep sigh of relief. It wasn't an easy tax to make Nate sleep but she did it at last."He seems to be a naughty one" Keane pulls her into his arms, circling her in his large broad chest."The apple doesn't fall far away from the tree!" Smiles said, chuckling."I know right? Only now I see how naughty and clingy I was and still am, but I love it" He caresses her earlobe. "I don't mind being naughty, so long as it's you…I will love to be a thousand more. "Smiles giggles, place her slender hands on his chest as she struggles to push him away."I've got to rest, you better be a good boy" She walks out of the room, and Keane follows her behind."I'm always a good boy," He said, Smiles couldn't help but laugh."Well, too bad…I don't see that. You always look like a devourer to me" She pushes open their bedroom door and walks in."That's harsh, but coming from you… it sounds sex
It's been a week since Smiles left LA back home, she's getting over her pain with the help of Keane and her babies.She felt, even better after having to talk with Derrick about their mom, both siblings had themselves and families to love.Smiles walk out with a tray of pastries… "Here everyone, we've got some delicious pastries made by your chef cook, Keane Austin!" She said the smile in her voice couldn't be ignored.Keane stands by the side, hands on the waist like a superhero. Well, he isn't a superhero but he is a super dad and husband to his kids and wife."Oh common now, we all know this will be a complete disaster!" Derrick jokes, knowing Keane can never cook.Smiles and Lisa laugh heartily, Derrick's face was one to die for.Before Keane could open his mouth to defend himself, Smiles beat him to it."I bet you will regret your words after tasting this delicious piece of work made by my sweetheart" Smiles brush on Keane's chin, tiptoe and kiss his lips."Don't think I will ge
Derrick stares at Fiona in disbelief. He wasn't expecting her to show up all of a sudden but most of all, he was surprised seeing her all teary with swollen eyes."Mom?" He calls out, standing up from the sofa. Lisa was long-standing, staring at the lady with a frown.She can swear she thought it was Smiles, even though it's been a long time since she last saw her, the look was the same until Derrick called her mom, then, she understands that it wasn't Smiles but rather it was Fiona, his mother. The woman he's been talking about."What's wrong? Is everything ok?" Derrick asked as he reached out to her."Derrick, my son… I'm so sorry" Fiona apologizes as he reaches out to him, and folds his face in her hands."I was so lost with my taste of revenge, I didn't know" She cries.Derrick frowns, not understanding what she's saying."What are you saying mom, what's wrong?" Derrick was worried and concerned, it hurt him to see her cry this pitifully."I did it and I'm sorry, I… I am so bad an
Smiles arrived in New York all tired and weak, luckily, Nate and Kate were not at home. They had insisted on staying behind with grandma Shiley and grandpa Jimmy, that alone was a big relief.Smiles cries herself to her room and slumps on the bed as soon as she sees it. Her silent sob intensifies, and she grabs the pillowcase and pulls it to her chest.This is the time she needs Keane the most, she can't handle everything by herself. It's like holding on to the world's load, unable to keep your balance.As if God answered her prayers, the door pushed open and Keane emerge from behind. He was dressed in his usual navy blue suit, hair combed to the back.As soon as Smiles saw him, She rushed and threw herself into his arms. She couldn't hold on to her cry as it increased.Keane was taken aback by her sudden hug but he didn't push her away, he let her hug him as much as she wanted while he stroked her hair lightly before carrying her to bed."I love you so much, I'm sorry for hurting you
Smiles walk into the mansion, all tired. It's been a week now and she hasn't heard from her mom.Taking the advantage of being in LA, she decided to visit. At least, a simple "hi" and a hug will do.Her eyes darted around the living room, there was no one present. She frowns, even though the house sometimes is all quiet, not to this extent."Mom!" Smiles calls, making her way upstairs. The only place Fiona can be if not in the living room is her room or her studies.She knocked on her bedroom door countless times but there was no response. She pushed open the door but was greeted by an empty room.With no choice, she heads for the studies knowing it's the only place Fiona will be in.She reached out for the doorknob and was about to push it open when she heard someone's voice, it wasn't Fiona's but that of a male.She leans closer, making sure she doesn't make any noise."They are completely bankrupt, but I'm foreseeing them coming back to life, Derrick and Keane have become so close
"Grandma!" Smiles calls, excitedly as she walks to Grandma Shiley who relaxingly sat back on the chair in the garden.She seems busy, staring at something she's holding. Hearing the voice of a familiar someone, grandma Shiley turns behind. Her eyes grew wide in disbelief, yet the excitement was seen."S-smiles?" Grandma Shiley calls out, voice stuttering. She couldn't believe her eyes, it's been a long since she felt this happy and here she is, experiencing it."Oh lord, I've seen it all, take me now" Grandma Shiley cries. Arms spread wide inviting Smiles for a hug, Smiles happily throws herself into her arms."I've missed you so much grandma" Smiles cries, "I'm sorry I left, I was so stupid to have done that" she continues."Let it go now child, let bygones be bygones" Grandma Shiley stroked gently on her hair, calming the crying girl.She doesn't blame her at all, if she as the grandma was hurt, then it's ok for her to feel more."All that matters is you are home with us. I thought
"They are so adorable!" Keane comments staring at the sleeping face of Kate and Nate."What happened?" Smiles asked, she's been thinking about the last scene that happened between him and Lisa.Keane raises a brow questioningly at her, demanding more elaboration.Smiles closed the door behind, "the day of our wedding, what happened?" She faces him, hoping to get him to say something.Keane breathes out, and in a swift movement he carries her up heading to their room." You need rest, I will help wash you off" he said, and kissed her forehead.He doesn't want to talk about it 'cause he knows the mastermind behind their unsuccessful wedding and he doesn't want to tell her knowing how badly she will react.Like his favourite poem that he knows every word and meaning, so is Smiles to him. He knows she thinks with her heart, not with her head, and when she is hurt, she jumps to a conclusion without a second thought.Smiles at the face of the one person she loves the most, without measure.