(Serena's POV)I woke up when I suddenly felt my stomach wrenching inside, it was as if wanted to escape from being a prisoner inside. I immediately dash to the bathroom and wretched in the toilet bowl.I feel awful seeing the gross toilet bowl as I wipe my mouth using tissue paper. After flushing the gross whatnot and cleaning the mess, I brush my teeth and wash my face.Did I eat too much last night?But as far as I remember, I didn't eat that much since Marcus's family is distracting and uncomfortable to devour my own food.A smile suddenly crept on my lips. The moment with Marcus last night is one of the best sex we had. I burst out three times and that's a first for me. He really devours me like he owns my soul, like he's thirsty and starving for my flesh, as he was craving for my wetness.Remembering what we had done last night makes me feel wet down there. It's early in the morning but I'm already thinking about sex.I glance at the mirror in front of me. To my reflection. Did
(Serena's POV)The sun burned white-hot overhead as the glass exploded from the heat of the sun. It's so damn hot outside. I increased the air conditioner's coolness, to the point Suzy glares at me. Isn't she feel hot? Because I'm literally burning inside causing my head to ache like hell."Where are we going?" I asked, breaking the glare she had given in my direction. In an instant, she smiled while clapping her hands. I almost bawled my eyes out of my socket when her hands left the steering wheel for a second.She's crazy."There is a new Dior store near here." God! She's ready to spend a lot of money again. "You're spending millions again."She gasp as if I told her the most sinful words. "That's how I console my crying heart, my dear sister-in-law." My heart fluttered the moment she called me her sister-in-law. Even if only one of Marcus's relatives accepted me into their family, I am still quite thrilled about this. I really appreciate Suzy for accepting me. That's why I can't
(Marcus's POV)I got off my private plane as the sun beat down relentlessly. I immediately hop in the car, waiting for us as Lance drove the way to the company.My eyes were fixated on the laptop, scanning the documents for our contractor. I still have to send this detail to Gloria for approval. Thankfully, everything went well with the Sumo Enterprise.I haven't eaten my breakfast and it was past lunchtime, so my stomach is empty and my head was having pain. I can't concentrate at all, so I decided to close the laptop while shutting close my eyes, leaning on the seat. I haven't slept last night because of Siri. A smile suddenly crept on my lips. I just can't help but to fell head over heels to my Siri."Sir, you okay?"I took a glance at Lance who was confusedly staring at me through the rearview mirror. Abruptly, my smile disappeared and nodded in his direction."Yes, eyes on the road.""S-Sorry, sir." He apologizes before concentrating on the traffic Pennsylvania has.I miss her.
(Serena's POV)Watching the people having fun outside the restaurant makes me jealous. I want to have fun too but how? We're here at the Barclay Prime restaurant, together with Frieda and Suzy. I don't know why I was dragged here too, to the fact Frieda treated me like an invisible human being.As if I care.Didn't Suzy know that she has a thing with Marcus? I focus on eating my meal while they still nonstop chatting, which I think catching up on things, not dragging me to the topic. I don't want to join in their conversation too. They sounded so classy which makes me like a commoner.After devouring my meal, I excuse myself for a comfort room.I just wash my hands in the expensive-looking sink. Not long after, someone strides inside and stops beside me.I took a glance at the mirror but was surprised that it was Frieda. She's wearing a backless red glittery dress which shines her more. It's broad daylight but her outfit of the day is for clubbing. Now that Lauren is out of the pict
(Serena's POV)"You're... You're pregnant?"Marcus's muffled voice didn't seem to reach my ears. But I was too shocked to pay attention. My hands were trembling, my legs were about to give in and the cold gaze Marcus has given to me was making my heart hurt as if a thousand thorns were pricking my skin and making way to my broken soul."I... I..."I can't find words to explain everything to Marcus.I don't know how to respond to this situation. I'm shocked and scared at the same time. Marcus already knows my illness and now... I'm pregnant?My doctor clearly told me I shouldn't be until I get surgery.It's all my fault!It's all my Goddamn fault!"Serena, look at me."I felt two warm hands clasping my shoulders. Not again, I have no energy to fight anyone. He gently dragged me to the bed as my legs gave up and I fell to the ground. I could feel movement next to me and the next thing I know was hot breaths torturing the cold nape of my neck."Love... Is it safe for the baby? What about
(Serena's POV)A light breeze whispered through the trees as we passed through each one of them. Staring blankly at the window, heading back to the airport, after we had a consultation with Dr. Rivera here in Los Angeles.This should be the best time to visit my friend, Lily, after months of not seeing each other. However, my situation didn't give me the privilege to enjoy my time here.Yes, I'm pregnant but this is a huge life risk for my unborn child.According to my doctor, the most common maternal complications of valvular heart disease during pregnancy are heart failure, arrhythmias, and thromboembolic complications. Also, cardiac symptoms can be managed with diuresis, medical therapy, and reduced level of physical activity. There is a lot of intervention to perform for the safety of my baby but these interventions should be performed after the fourth month in the second trimester to minimize radiation exposure during organogenesis. What's frightening the most is that valve sur
(Serena's POV)I woke up when my throat feels dry. The first thing I see when I open my eyes is Marcus's pretty face. His arms wrapped around my body as he was an inch apart from mine and hearing his breathing gives me comfort.I scanned the room, I guess we're at Lily's guest room. I remember we were in the living room, watching Netflix with Lily. I must have fallen asleep without knowing. I glance at the wall clock, marked four in the morning.I sigh and was about to remove Marcus's arms, carefully, but he pulled me closer to him causing my lips to land on his.Distancing my head from his, I saw how the corner of his lips raise. "If you want a morning kiss, just tell," I muttered.He stared at me for a second, full of amusement in his eyes before he dares to close the distance between our faces again."I want a morning kiss." His warm breath touches my face softly like he always used to. Sometimes, he can be gentle but he can also portray a brutal when it comes to bed.I rolled my
(Serena's POV)As I walk out of the room, Lily's Cheshire cat grin welcomed me together with her newly cooked breakfast, already placed on the table. It's the usual breakfast she prepared. Thankfully, Marcus is a billionaire who isn't making a fuss about food.Just then, I meet her eyes, scrutinizing me as if trying to interrogate me with her own eyes.I avoided her argentine eyes and strides to the bathroom. She followed me inside without closing the door."W-What?" I asked when she didn't leave her eyes on me before I wash my face with clean water."Good morning!" Lily greeted cheerfully.Sighing, I know she wants some information about us. "Morning, Lily.""Where's your husband?" She pokes fun at the word 'husband'.My brows narrowed at her question. "He is not.""You mean... not yet.""Quit it, Lily." I shoved her shoulder for me to grab the towel behind her and wipe my face. Or maybe trying to hide my face from her teasing.She suddenly pokes my side and I flinch. She knows where