“Finally, you showed up,” Evelyn said with a hint of scoffing in her voice, and looked at Christine with narrowed eyes.
“Why didn’t you invite us to the proposal?” Evelyn asked, accusingly looking Christine in the eyes.
Christine felt guilty that her mother and sister were not there the night she was engaged.
“Mom, don’t be ridiculous,” Ben retorted and continued not allowing Evelyn to talk, “How could she invite you when she herself doesn’t know about it?”
“And how about you, why didn’t you invite me and your sister?” Evelyn shifted the blame to Ben.
Ben was pissed off at his mom’s attitude, he replied with
With a fluid motion Marty rolled her onto her back as he half covered her body. He stared at her face with his smoldering silver eyes and Christine's eyes danced with mischief. “Don’t tell me, I didn’t warn you,” Marty said with a husky voice. Two hours later, Marty stared at the woman cradled in his arms. She looked beautiful with her face upturned and her mouth slightly open while she slept peacefully. He couldn’t imagine what his life would be without her. He stared at her until he fell asleep. In the morning, Marty opened his eyes, expecting to see Christine’s face, but her side of the bed was already empty. He stood up and walked into the bathroom and washed his face, then headed to the kitchen. There she saw the love of his life, swaying her hips while listening to the music as she prepared their breakfast. “Good morning,” she greeted her as he held her hips and kissed her on the neck. “Good morning, babe,” Christine said and turned to look at him. She had him sit on the c
Marty was taken by surprise and said, "No, babe, I don't plan to have secretary for now after all that had happened" "But it's my sister, she won't do things like Jenny did," Christine reasoned out with him. Marty looked at her and thought, why can't she see that her sister is an insidious person. He wanted to tell her, but he couldn't figure out how to and was afraid that she couldn't accept it and become upset. He cupped her face and rested his forehead on her forehead and said to her, "Babe, I've already informed Mr Lincoln about your sister. I have already given a word to him and I won't take it back." “Okay, I understand,” Christine smiled. “Let’s go home and have lunch with Cassie,” Marty pulled her up to stand on her feet. “Mommy, daddy," Cassie jumped up and down when she saw Marty and Cassie came into the villa. "Mommy, daddy," she joyfully called them while running towards their direction. Marty picked her up and swirled her and Cassie squealed with delight. Christin
"You should be careful, you are getting married a few weeks from now." Matilda anxiously told Christine. "Yes, mom," Christine said. "What about your honeymoon, how many months do you plan to have a honeymoon?" Matilda asked. "We'll have a month-long honeymoon," Marty grinned. "Actually, that’s really short, why not have a 2-3 month honeymoon?" Matilda suggested it because she wanted to have another grandchild. A mixture of worry and embarrassment spread through Christine's face and she was certain that her face was already blushing. She turned her head and stared at their child playing with her toys. She was hoping that Marty wouldn't do as suggested by his mother. It would be hard for Cassie if they're away for 2 - 3 months. Marty knew exactly that she worries that he will do his mom's suggestion because Cassie will be left. Marty gently squeezed her shoulder to soothe her, then he answered his mom "Cassie won't be able to cope up with prolonged separation from us. So, a month
Baffled at what Marty told, Christine could not speak. Why would Marty see her sister like Jenny? Even though she had a relationship with a married man, Maureen would not want to destroy her own sister's family. She doesn't believe that Maureen would do such a despicable thing.Avoiding argument, she didn't open her mouth to refute Marty."You're tired, let's go and sleep," Marty said since she didn't say a word to rebut him.Marty lifted her in his arms and brought her to the bathroom to have a shower. They had showered at the same time and Marty took care of her. Like a pampered princess, Marty applied to her night skin care, blow dry and brushed her hair.When he was putting on her a chemise, Christine spoke, "Why are you pampering me like roya
Seeing Marty's reaction, she added, "That was before we reconciled."Marty nuzzled her hair and said, "Promise, I won't hurt you again. I'll take care of you and our children the remainder of my life," He kissed her temple.At night, during dinner, a maid came over and told Christine that her mom was waiting in the living room.Christine sighed and went to see her mom, waiting in the living room."Mom?" Christine called Evelyn."You, unfilial daughter," Evelyn accusingly said."Can't you give what your sister asked of you for my sake? I raised you and took care of you and this is how you repay me? " Evelyn said to give her a guilt trip.
The four adults were taken aback by the child's question. They underestimated the child’s understanding about the situation and they were rendered speechless for a few moments before one of them could answer. “No, sweetie, Uncle Graham isn’t mad at mommy,” Christine answered when she regained her composure. Graham also recovered from the shock and seconded, “Yes, sweetie, how could I be mad at your mommy, she is Uncle Graham’s dear friend,” Graham said, putting emphasis on the last two words ‘ dear friend’. Marty did not miss the fact that Graham put emphasis on the last two words 'dear friend'. Marty frowned because he knew that Graham still had a thing for Christine. Nevertheless, he remained calm because he did not want to exacerbate Christine's gloomy mood considering that her day was spoile
From the time her mother confronted her, Christine had a certain respite from her mother and sister. They no longer bothered her about Maureen's job. She and Marty had been busy with their wedding preparation. Even though they have wedding planners, Christine wanted to make sure there won't be hiccups on their wedding. Their wedding will be graced by important and influential people in the corporate world and she wants it to be perfect. In addition, their wedding will be broadcast live on national television, adding to the pressure. She didn't want Marty's name to be tarnished by some mistake at their wedding. "Are you tired?" Marty asked after they spoke with the wedding organizer. “A bit, ” she whispered, leaning her head on his shoulder. “Okay, let's go home,” he carried her in his arms. Christine gasped when he picked her up in his arms and demanded, “Marty, put me down!” Marty didn't do what he was told, but he got out of his office and went straight to the elevator. Knowi
The next morning, as Christine tied Marty's tie, he swallowed and said, "Babe, are you sure Maureen's hanging out with Cassie?".Christine looked up and said, "Come on, babe, Maureen would never hurt our daughter.".Marty was bothered by the idea that Maureen is going to pick up Cassie at school and is going to spend time with that vicious woman. He doesn’t trust her at all and has no peace about it."I'm going to let Luke attend the meeting on my behalf," Marty said while holding her waist.“No, you can’t. Look, we are going for a month-long honeymoon. Don't let the company fall through the cracks. How will you buy milk for our twins if you won’t work,” Christine said, teasing him.
Christmas Eve New Zealand Jacobs Estate After dinner the children excitedly went into the living room waiting for Marty to read a story for them. He sat at the love seat beside Christine, before opening the book he kissed Christine’s forehead. He placed the book on his lap, then placed his left arm around Christine’s shoulders and she leaned her head on Marty’s shoulder. And then he began to read the story for the children. Christine looked up, admiringly at her husband who was reading the story. As usual he switches voices to suit the character. After finishing the story the children went to kiss both Christine and Marty. “Grandpa, thank you for reading the book for us,” the 7 years old Jackson, their eldest grandson said and kissed Marty’s cheeks and then went to Christine and kissed her cheeks also and hugged both Christine and Marty telling them “I love you both to the moon and back.” That is what his mom, Cassie and father, Jared always tell him. Cassie and Jared got married
The doctor and nurses silently watched Marty grieving. They heard every word Marty told his wife. Their hearts go to Marty, seeing how broken he was. While Marty sobbing, Christine gasped and simultaneously opened her eyes. “Babe, you’re alive!” Marty shouted with joy. The doctor and nurses came running to them and attended to Christine immediately. Marty's tears didn’t stop welling up. “God, thank you,” he said while watching his wife. When the doctor was certain that Christine’s were fine they wheeled her into her suite. Marty stayed by her side and didn’t want to leave her. “Babe, how are the babies doing?” Christine asked when she didn’t see the babies in the room. “They're fine, they’ll be here after the newborn screening,” Marty brushed his thumb on her cheek, Marty’s vision became blurry as his tears pooled in his eyes and tears rolled down. He bent forward and hugged her tightly. “Please, don’t leave me babe,” he said incoherently while crying. Christine could feel his
Corrine went to the airport to pick up Jeremy. She was really pleased to see Jack and Jared. "Hey, little man, you're here to surprise your mom?" Corrine asked Jared while he ruffled his soft blond hair. "Yup," Jared answered her with a smirk. Corrine chuckled at his expression and said, "You really look and act like your dad." "Of course, he is good looking and smart like me," Jack said with a smug face. "Your son is an even better version of you. He's a lot more handsome and smarter than you." "He doesn't have that look and that brain if I wasn't his dad," Jack retorted while Corrine snorted. The next day, a limousine came to fetch Christine's best friends from the hotel. Christine was pacing back and forth in the living room while she eagerly awaited her best friends' arrival. Marty was worried about her condition and held her arm and said, "Babe, sit down, don't strain yourself.". He directed her towards the couch and sat down. Christine w
"No doubt she is Stella's daughter, she is the spitting image of her mother.” watching Christine attentively, her eyes soft. She and Stella were best friends. Whatever Stella had, she also had. Stella treated her like her own sister. Looking at Christine, Lorna reminisces the happy moments she had with Stella. After a couple of moments of reminiscence, she took Christine's hand and said, "My uncle had sought you out all these years. I am so pleased that you are finally here." Christine smiled feebly, she didn't know how to answer Lindsey's mother. She is trying to digest the fact that the woman who wanted to destroy her marriage was actually a family. And she's kind of baffled by the difference in attitude between Lindsey and Lorna; they're like the south and north poles. One has a trashy attitude while the other is gentle and kind. Are they really related to each other? She shudders at the thought that Lindsey is actually her cousin, that Marty meeting Lindsey is in
Señor Dela Vega squinted his eyes and gave Lindsey a side glance and said, "Are you even trying to manipulate me?" Lindsey trembled when Senor Dela Vega spoke to her in an authoritative tone. He didn't speak to her the way he did. He always doted on her and spoke to her gently. "I'm sorry, grandpa," she whispered. Senor Dela Vega ignored her and stared at Marty and said, "I want to meet your wife.". Everything Lindsey said to him was exactly the opposite of what he heard from Marty. And he was intrigued and wanted to see Christine. Senor Dela Vega stood up from the couch and refused Lindsey's assistance. He was disgusted with everything he had learned from Marty. He thought she was an innocent and pure girl, but she was quite the contrary. Marty came near Christine and whispered something in her ear. Her heartbeat began to pick up as if it's like a racing horse. She took a slow breath to calm down. Christine lowered her head as she was still nervous to meet Lindsey's grandfather.
Rather than being weakened by what Lindsey did, their relationship strengthened. Marty has proven to Christine that he has not cheated on her and her trust in him was fortified. The deed that was meant to tear them apart drew them closer together and made their marriage stronger. "Are you okay?" Marty asked her while they were heading to the fashion show. "I'm nervous, the last time I performed was the Awards Night five years ago," Christine ruefully said. Marty remembered her performance and said, "Yeah, you danced like you weren't carrying our baby." "I couldn't back out at the time because I only learned that I was pregnant two weeks before the Awards Night and can't think of a plausible reason so that they will replace me. And I can't disclose that I was pregnant," Christine explained. Marty felt culpable and said, "I'm sorry." Christine cupped his face and told him, "Babe, you have already said sorry a thousand times over. It's happened before and there's no undoing the past
"Welcome back!" Matilda joyfully welcomes Marty and Christine as they step out of the car. "Mom!" Christine exclaimed happily while she walked quickly towards her mother in law. "Christine, daughter," Matilda hugged her tightly. "How was your honeymoon," Matilda asked as they broke their embrace. "It's great, mom," she answered, her eyes bright and sparkling. Matilda chuckled and said, "I believe you, it's written all over your face." Christine blushed at her mother in law's remark. Is it really obvious that she and Marty had a great time together? She pondered as she held her blushing cheeks. Marty's lips curled up at the sight of his wife. "Mom," Marty kissed his mom's forehead and speak again, "Aren't you gonna ask your son about the honeymoon?" "No need, I could see on your face that you really enjoyed your honeymoon," Matilda answered her son, laughing. Marty burst into laughter. Christine shook her head, watching the mother and son laugh. They had a chat with Matilda i
As they were enjoying their red wine and their conversation. Christine caught sight of two familiar persons entering the bar. Her eyes went wide as she saw the two familiar figures coming their way. She was sure that they hadn't seen her. She couldn't contain the excitement of seeing them. "Graham, Karen," she excitedly called while waving her hands. Marty was startled by the names she called. Graham and Karen were equally surprised to see Christine. They never thought of her being here. Graham wanted to ignore her, however, it was already too late for him to ignore her since she was already approaching them followed by Marty. "How are you? Such a small world, I wasn't expecting to see you here, but I'm glad to see you both," Christine said just to ward off the awkwardness. She wanted these feelings to be gone because she missed them. Karen hugs Christine and giggles, "It's such a small world, great to see you again." "I guess there are no more tables available, let's go back to
"Are you tired?" Marty asked her while they were seated in the backseat of the car. "I'm dead tired," she answered and leaned her head on his shoulder. Marty sat her in his lap and said, "Take a nap, I'll wake you when we get to the airport." They had a large number of wedding guests, with whom they should at least have a photograph. After dinner, they went from table after table to have a photo with the guests. They were careful not to miss any table because they did not want to offend any of their guests. And that made Christine exhausted, walking around with her stilettos. Plus the dancing and other stuff they did at the banquet. Forty-five minutes later, they arrived at the airport and the car came to a stop within meters of Marty's private jet. Marty woke her up and he held his breath, seeing her thick long lashes flutter as she slowly opened her eyes. His wife is so beautiful, even as she tries to open her eyes. "Hi," said Christine with a blushing face when she opened