Chapter 5 : The Silent Treatment Part 230 MINUTES LATER."So he didn't say anything and he just left?""What if he fires you?" "You shouldn't have slapped him Victoria.""You know how much you need this job.""I understand that you were mad and he deserved it, but it was your first day at work and that says a lot about your personality", Aysha said worriedly.I nodded and sipped my water.I was really scared, I wasn't sure if I'd go to work tomorrow and come back the same person. "Don't worry, if he actually fires you then that just justified that he's a bastard.""Let's hope for the best okay?", Aysha assured me as she pushed the food to my side of the table and I finally got to eat."I really hope she's right..."______________At work the next day, the office was really empty without Lewis. I wasn't fired but I still had it in my mind that there was gonna be trouble when Lewis came back. I attended meetings in his presence and always kept his office clean.I also arranged his
Chapter 6 : The Confrontation Part 1Lewis' POVAfter I got back from my trip, I couldn't find the courage to go back to work. I would definitely see Vic and I didn't want her to feel bad. I left without a word and coming back now would make me look like a fool. I decided to work from home for some time before I could muster up the courage to go to work.The rest of the week was hectic. I couldn't sleep well and I didn't take care of my appearance. After a bunch of calls and texts from the company, I decided that it was time to face reality. Kaden was already in the living room with important documents that were submitted in my absence. I heard from him that Vic was attending meetings in my place and was also asking about me from time to time. This made me a teensy bit happy as I thought about her. I put on a brown suit and fixed my tie myself. I wouldn't dare tell Vic to fix it for me again after what happened.I thought about what to say or do when I saw her."Should I bring up the
Chapter 6 : The Confrontation Part 2He stared at me as I sat in the front seat and folded my arms. He was standing in front of the car, not moving an inch.His fists were clenched and he looked so angry. I was low-key panicking but I didn't want him to know.His gaze was so fixed on me that I started to get uncomfortable and suddenly felt the need to pee really bad.I couldn't get out of the car after what I just said, I would only look stupid. I didn't know what to do at this point.I finally gave up and jumped out of the car to meet him. His expression was now softened as he looked at me with worry."What's wrong?", he asked worriedly."Uhh..I thINk I DrAnk tOo MuCh SOda", I said inaudibly."What was that?", he asked, bending to my height level to hear me better."I need to pee", I whispered to him.He looked at me and chuckled softly.I rolled my eyes at him as we made our way to the restroom using the park map guide.On getting to the restroom, it was locked and there was no o
Chapter 7 : The Plan Part 1Lewis' POVI stood, waiting for Victoria to come after she was done.I couldn't help but wonder if she was really going to date Kaden, he would only hurt her.We never saw eye to eye when it came to women. He was a playboy and I on the other hand, didn't have time to date. The only girl I tried to date left me for my rival Mason, the CEO of Hunter& Sons. He bullied me when I was in high school and always took my stuff whenever I came to school. He would beat me up whenever I tried to fight back. I didn't dare tell my parents that I was being bullied, they would have never let it slide.My mum always taught me to not let the bullies get their way no matter what, which was why I endured the beatings. I was relieved when my family moved cities, and I had to change my school. I was finally out of Mason's sight and everything was now perfect.But 10 years later, that bastard still managed to find his way into my life. It wasn't enough that he got into textile
Chapter 7 : The Plan Part 2Were these two flirting in my fucking presence?I didn't say a word, I just stormed out of the office in anger, leaving the two lovebirds alone.I went to the male restroom and felt like punching the wall but I couldn't damage the beautiful interior design.I couldn't stop the bad thoughts that were filling up my head.The images of Kaden screwing Victoria and her moaning his name were fixated in my mind and I was so fucking angry right now that I almost punched the mirror in the bathroom.If anyone was to do that to her, it would be me and it was my name she would moan out.I looked at myself in the mirror and washed my face, trying to cool down.This wouldn't do, I needed to get her away from him as quickly as possible.A devilish grin plastered on my cheek as I remembered that I had a business trip to Japan to attend the following week."Let's see if you'll still like Kaden after spending a week with me Victoria", I said to myself as I exited the restroo
Chapter 8 : The Business TripVictoria's POVI left work early and stopped by the convenience store near the company. I would be travelling tomorrow and I needed some supplies. By supplies I meant cookies and snacks.Don't mind me, I've always been the snack type.I looked around in the cookie isle in search for my favourite cookie brand when I spotted it at the same shelf that it was when I bumped into Lewis a few weeks ago.I started to reminisce that day, how he towered over me to get the cookies and how rude he was. He was cute but also obnoxious.I put the thought aside as I tried to get the cookies from the shelf but I was too short to reach it.I was about to give up when a masculine hand reached out and got the cookies.I recognised the hand as I turned to face him.LEWIS"Looking for this miss Smith?," He said as he waved the box round my face.I wasn't going to let him take the cookies this time. I had a plan and it was surely going to work.I made puppy dog eyes and pout
Chapter 9 : The Dinner Part 1Victoria's POV Lewis held my hands and helped me calm down when the plane was experiencing turbulence. I was so scared but having him by my side made me feel calm and I drifted off into sleep.I was interrupted by my dreams when I heard Lewis' voice trying to wake me up. I groaned as I stretched slightly and he offered me water to drink as my throat was dry.We got off the plane and I breathed the beautiful Japanese air.I was so happy that I was here and I was ready to put my Japanese skills to the test. I could use a chopsticks so that wouldn't be a big deal. I had planned to practice my Japanese speaking with anyone I met here.Someone was already waiting for us at the airport and I guess Lewis knew him because he took our bags and led us to a car. I couldn't help but look around and see beautiful colours around me. I thanked Lewis for giving me this opportunity but he cut me off by saying we were here on business only."Killer joy", I said to mysel
Chapter 9 : The Dinner Part 2My billionaire CEO would never like a broke Texas girl like me.I cried an ocean as I put the groceries in the pantry and the fridge. I really wished Aysha was here, she would make me feel much better. But I didn't want to call and get her worried, I would tell her when we got home.I decided to cheer myself up with my nighttime skincare routine. The dinner was tomorrow night and I didn't want to look puffy. I fell asleep quickly as I awaited what the next day had for me.Lewis' POV I brought what I could find at the nearest supermarket home. I hoped Victoria could manage these. No store was open that night and I had to improvise and visit the only store available.I got minimal things like bread, eggs, seasonings, rice, ramen, pasta and proteins. Victoria loved pasta and ramen so I made sure to get more of that. She would always eat them at the company cafeteria, so I guessed they were her favourite foods. She helped me with the groceries and placed t
Epilogue 2.We left the building and came back to the hotel. A very worried looking Mason stood outside the hotel with Kaden and Aysha.When we got out of the car, Mason hugged Stephanie and he looked like he was going to cry."I tried to come up with something, but he saw through me", Aysha said in defeat."I'm sorry Mason, I shouldn't have run away", Stephanie said."I understand Steph.""I promise to be the best husband and father, so please don't feel like you're making a mistake", he said and she nodded."Now, shall we go to bed?""We don't want to attend your wedding with dark circles", Kaden said and we all laughed."Let's go", Lewis said."You may now kiss the bride!"The officiator said and Mason kissed Stephanie.It was such a wonderful occasion and we cheered at the new couple.I was reminded of my wedding with Lewis and it brought tears to my eyes when."Why are you crying at someone else's wedding?"Lewis said, handing me a tissue."Shut up, you're so annoying", I said an
Epilogue 1"So, Vic, can you give us tips on how to get a rich man like Lewis?"My co worker, Rose asked.Lewis and I had been married for two and a half years now, and he always came to pick me up after work, despite his busy schedules. Whenever he came by, different women would stop by to stare at him and take pictures of him.He looked like a model, and bringing such a fancy car to my workplace surely didn't help matters."Oh come on, you're making it sound like I'm a professional at that", I said and we laughed.It was our lunch break and I was having lunch with Rose, Sarah and Keira.We had been close ever since I started working there and we formed a friendship circle with Aysha, Stephanie and Ariana.Occasionally, they would visit our home and we would chase away the men whilst we had fun all by ourselves.We made small talk after which I reminded them that we needed to pick up our dresses for Stephanie and Mason's wedding.It was the next day and we were all excited about it.
Chapter 25 : The Reunion Part 3Lewis hugged me before he rubbed my tummy."I can't explain how happy I am, you're pregnant!!" "We're going to get a mini Victoria or Lewis", he said excitedly and I smiled."We're so happy for you kids.""Lily can you believe we're about to have double grandchildren?"Lewis' dad asked his wife."Tell me about it, we have so much planning to do", come now, lets leave the children alone to enjoy their evening", Mrs Lily said as she dragged her husband out of the living room."Can't say I'm not proud of you lil brother, you made me an uncle within a month", Lucas said as he hugged Lewis."I have to say the same about you bro, and Aysha, you'd make a lovely mother", Lewis said and Aysha thanked him."You both will make lovely parents," Aysha said and we all laughed."Yeah, I just hope Lewis doesn't put our child in the washing machine to bathe him one day", I said jokingly and Lewis narrowed his eyes at me and we all laughed.The rest of the evening was p
Chapter 25 : The Reunion Part 2"Now, start speaking", I said to Aysha but she quickly ran into the kitchen to get me a snack."Why don't you have this first before we start discussing best friend", she said, trying to bribe me.I didn't want to give in but I was strangely feeling hungry but I needed to focus."You're dating Lucas?""Really?"I said to her, dropping the snack she brought."Uhh, yeah it happened before the wedding actually, he seemed really sweet and you were busy with preparations so he assisted me during those days and we kinda...you know, fell in love?""You? "In love?""I'll be a monkey's uncle", I said in a sarcastic tone."No I'm serious Vic, I love him and he loves me too." "I'm really serious about him", she said truthfully and I could feel her sincerity."Okay, if you say so.""I support you and I'm sure Lewis will be happy about this too." "He likes you and I'm sure he'd be glad that you're with his brother", I said and she hugged me."Now let's eat okay?"
Chapter 25 : The Reunion Part 1The next morning.I woke up but didn't find Lewis in the bedroom.I could hear sounds coming from the kitchen so I wondered if he was making breakfast.I tried to get up to go and meet him but my legs were wobbly and I couldn't move well.Lewis sure had a lot of stamina because he didn't stop until after the fifth round, which I practically begged him to stop or else I was going to collapse. It was both our first time but it felt like it was going to be my last if he didn't stop. I managed to get into the bathroom to wash up and brush my teeth before going down to meet him. I wasn't stupid enough to go and meet my husband with morning breath. He heard my footsteps and greeted me before placing our plates on the table.He wasn't wearing a shirt, just shorts and he looked damn sexy. I would have pounced on him but I was still sore and wasn't ready for another round.I kissed him on the lips and thanked him before I sat down to eat.I finished eating an
Chapter 24 : The Wedding Night Part 2"Ehehem we'll see you soon April, good bye", I said while pushing her.On our way to the hotel, the car ride was silent before I decided to speak up."Are you okay?" We both asked in unison before laughing."Yeah, I'm just glad that this nightmare is finally over", I said."Me too, I hope Mason reflects on himself more so that he and Stephanie can sort things out", Lewis replied."Yeah, I mean it's gonna be hard to forgive the person who raped you, it must be hard because you're always gonna be reminded of what they did when you look at them", I said and Lewis' mouth dropped from a smile to a firm line."What?" I asked him."Speaking of which, I didn't want to bring it up before the wedding because I didn't want you to feel bad, but Kaden asked me to apologise to you", Lewis said and I looked away.I remembered it like yesterday, Kaden ripping off my dress and attempting to violate me. I didn't think much of it because he was drunk but I was ups
Chapter 24 : The Wedding Night Part 1MASON.His shirt was stained with blood from his injury and we could see the fury in his eyes.He grabbed the mic with his injured arm from the MC and started to speak."So, you all are having fun right?""But first of all, congratulations to the latest couple in town.""Mr and Mrs Lewis Mark.""I was deeply hurt when you guys didn't invite me to the wedding, but I'm so glad that I get to attend the reception to give you both a great wedding gift that you'll love so much.""You really had me there Mark, with that crazy stunt you pulled today, I must say I'm a bit impressed.""Using that cop to deceive me was a really cool idea but too bad I'm too smart.""Mason stop!" Stephanie said as she stood in front of him."Oh Stephanie, I knew I'd see you here", he said as he walked towards here but stopped when he noticed her belly.The mic fell from his hands as he looked at her in shock."You're, you're pregnant?"He asked her as he got close to her but
Chapter 23 : The Wedding Part 2Victoria's POV"Picture time!!"Aysha said as she guided everyone to the photography area.We took pictures with all our guests and took individual ones.Lewis looked so handsome in his suit and I couldn't believe that he was now my husband.I took pictures with Stephanie too and she looked really beautiful in them. Her baby bump was getting bigger now and I couldn't help but rub her tummy."It's all over now," she said as she hugged me."I don't know, Mason fled before the police could get him.""I think he's still gonna try something funny, so we have to be careful,"I said worriedly."You're right, we have to be alert.""But let's not let that good for nothing jerk spoil your big day okay.""We need to head to the reception now, so let's get going.""You're riding with your HUSBAND and we'll follow behind okay?"She said and put emphasis on the husband and I couldn't help but laugh. If not for her, I would be dead by now. Lewis and I already planned
Chapter 23 : The Wedding Part 1Mason's POV How dare that bastard punch me.He was going to pay dearly for messing with me. 10 years later and he thinks he's big enough to stand before me. He was wrong. I would make him regret his actions. My plans were going smoothly. On their wedding day, a car would take Victoria to an unknown location. I couldn't care less what would happen to her after then. I only wanted one thing and that was for Lewis to know what it felt to loose someone you loved.Right from the start, I never liked him. When were in high school, he was loved by every female in the school. He acted like he didn't like the attention, but I know very well that he did and he enjoyed it. Because of him, my then crush Gloria stopped talking to me. I was known as the best student before his arrival, but things changed once he came. Girls would line up to talk to me but they stopped after Lewis came. My friends would hang out with him because of the gifts he would usually giv