(Serena's POV)Under the brutal heat directed by the sunlight, two women covered their faces with silk shawl scarf with fashionable sunglasses, and were at the corner, scrutinizing the bypass individuals as if waiting or looking for a target, while sipping their sticky toffee milkshake to replenish the heat coming from the sun and their patience.That's Suzy and me.We were here at Cafe Dolce. Waiting for Marcus and Cassandra to arrive. I'm not sure about the specific time they plan to meet but I dragged Suzy here after Marcus left home for work.It was quite hot even though the air inside the cafe was colder than my heart. I didn't sleep well last night. After I heard him that time, I rushed upstairs, and different thoughts rummaged in my head.A lot of what ifs that I was hoping none of them is true.A lot of possible scenarios with him and the person he was planning to meet. Is it a woman or a man? Why did they plan it as a secret meeting? What is he hiding from me? Why is he doin
(Serena's POV)I arrived home after Suzy dropped me home. I came along with her to find Nick. I am more frightened at what she can do if she's in my position. She wouldn't think twice to grab the woman's hair and be embarrassed in front of the crowd. Thankfully, Nick was only having a business meeting with a man and Nick saw us. Apparently, he noticed Suzy first, even though she was already covered. After that, we were about to go to the bar for a drink but she must have seen my gloomy face after discovering Marcus was with another woman.I'm not sure if it's noticeable but I'm trying my best to cheer up in front of my son.As soon as I saw Cloud with Abby in the pool, my worries about the future seemed to disappear. That's right. I only need Cloud in my life.If there is a chance that Marcus will turn his back on us, I will never let him see or be with our son.I changed into sexy denim shorts and a black sleeveless top to join Cloud and Abby in taking a bath in the pool. I let thi
(Serena's POV)Marcus and I haven't spoken for two days and I'm slowly freaking out. I'm not sure if he's doing this on purpose or if he was really damn mad at me for accusing him.I'm human too. There were times when my trust would be gone just like what he did when he accused me of having an affair and then ended up killing me emotionally.I won't talk to him unless he tells me the truth.I am in the playroom with Cloud. Abby took a day off, together with Nana. So, being alone makes me feel lonely. Cloud got tired of playing with his balls and was now sleeping in my arms.Seeing him, alone with me, makes me sad. I don't want him to grow up. I don't want him to be an adult just like us. Being an adult carries a sack of rocks on our shoulders. It is saddening that a baby will grow into a teenager, or adult, get married, then get complicated, and grow old.It's painful that reality is crueler than we imagined.A knock on the door disturbed my inner thoughts. It's Lea."You have a visito
(Serena's POV)As the shadows slipped down the rocks, the last rays of sun skimmed the surface. Suzy and I watched the horizon drain color while having a beer on the balcony of the library.Marcus hasn't arrived yet and God knows where he is right now.I took a glance at Suzy who was now staring deeply at her cold canned beer. Seeing her earlier, I have this thought that they fought again, maybe because Suzy found some evidence that Nick has another woman."I saw Cassandra, exiting from the front gate. Did she confront you?""No, she came with gifts for Cloud."I saw how she rolled her eyes before taking a sip of her beer. I know I'm not like her, a war freak. If she were in my position, she would probably grab Cassandra's hair at the coffee shop where we saw her with Marcus."Don't be too nice to her." She suddenly spoke out.Am I too nice to her? Am I being considerate to my prime suspect of Marcus's other woman?"She's nice to my son, I'm returning the favor," I stated.She scoffed
(Serena's POV)The commotion was immediately halted when I called Kevin and the others to cease Marcus. But Marcus's rage was eating him inside, so I hardly slapped him, causing the people who witnessed the scene to fall into silence, and that made Marcus stop struggling from the grip of his servants.Marcus stared at me, pain was evident through his eyes before darting an eye to Nick."Take him out." He commanded before freeing himself forcefully and turned his back away from us. He didn't even take a glance at me.That slap was intended. I'm mad because he's hiding something from me and, at the same time, for stopping him from killing Nick.Maybe the alcohol was starting to kick in as I was brave enough to hurt Marcus in front of his people.I gesture to the servants to leave those couples alone as I stride to the elevator. Before I stepped inside, I saw Nick still on the floor, with blood on his lips from the cuts created by Marcus's knuckles while Suzy was crying on the couch with
(Serena's POV)"Let's... talk."Upon hearing his words, tears burst out from my eyes. The tears I've been holding inside for days seem to understand its assignment.Marcus's warm hand reaches my cold one. As soon as he noticed the cold wave of my ten fingers, he provided warmth for my saddening soul. "What's wrong? Why are you crying?" I refuse to meet his eyes, full of worries. "Please tell me, Siri. I was really not in my right mind these days because all I could think about was what had been bothering you.""N-Nothing..."He stares into my damp eyes with a lot of emotions buried deeply. But I guess, he could see through me as he held my cheeks, brushing off the visible tears streaming down spontaneously. He flaunts his smile as though he were saying that I could rely on him anytime I was upset about something.How can I hate the enticing eyes of the man in front of me?I can't. I cannot hate this man."Tell me what's on your mind. What are you thinking right now?" I shook my head.
(Serena's POV)His hands are all over my body as I grip his face, causing our tongues to intertwine in a wonderful dance. His chest was covered by all of my hands. He kissed me from the top of my cheek to the base of my neck. His hot breath and the gentle caress of his lips drove me mad. They make contact with my neck and start burning. While giving me harsher and more intense kisses, he slid his fingers over my hair.A moan erupts from my mouth.His other hand slides around my waist and pulls me close to his addictive-scented body. He feathered kisses on my shoulders and in my hair. It was slow and soft, comforting in ways that words would never be.When there was no more room between us, I slid my fingers down his spine and pulled him closer till our breaths mixed and I could feel his heart racing against my chest. The fact that I could make him feel that way made my insides bounce with joy. I separate myself and inhale quickly and shallowly. My insides caught fire at the way he loo
(Marcus's POV)When morning came, I opened my eyes and slowly dropped my head to the side to watch the beauty next to me. Siri had only covered half her lower body, leaving her upper body exposed as she lay on her side.Wanting to get the hair that covered her face out of the way, I stretched my hand but right when it reached her, she groaned and held onto it."Good morning, gorgeous," I said, having an even deeper connection with her after our passionate night together after a while.I just couldn't believe that she thought I cheated on her.When she opened her eyes and tried to get closer to my body, she hissed at the soreness all over her body. I jokingly pointed out that had she been working out like me, she wouldn't have felt that way. Because of my joke, I get slapped on my chest.I then moved my face closer and kissed her on the cheek. She closed her eyes and held onto my neck. The joy of seeing her in my arms brings a smile to my countenance."Last night was beautiful," I said
(Serena's POV)Then our wedding came. Everyone we know was invited and ecstatic about the wedding of the century. Suzy and Nick came before heading to Australia. They are temporarily staying at our house since Nick is avoiding his parents. So he sold off his condominium and decided to start with Suzy in the mansion.As for Sarah Fergus... Yes, she's my real mother. I accepted her with all my heart. And she's here now, taking care of me about what I need for my big day.She's so excited and cannot contain her happiness that we met before I married Marcus for the second time.Sunlight shone through the high windows of the church's bridal suite, lighting dust particles in the air like tiny flickers of gold. Nausea swirled in my belly, and I pressed a hand to my stomach and tried to breathe through it.It's our second wedding but I'm fucking nervous.I suddenly felt weird. I covered my mouth as nausea traveled up my throat."What's wrong?" Mom asked.I immediately hopped from my chair a
(Serena's POV)My hand was trembling while impatiently sitting in the car with Marcus. My heart was pounding furiously and I could not calm my nerves down due to nervousness. I'm actually contemplating whether to accept the DNA test with Mrs. Fergus but now that it's here, why not give it a try?Upon hearing Marcus say that she is my biological mother seems unrealistic for me. I did not expect that we would be blood-related or he could find my mother this early.I actually did not long for a mother but the little nervousness with a small excitement inside my chest was unexpected too.Before we could perform a DNA test, Marcus set up a meeting with Fergus. I'm also curious about her and my biological father. Marcus said that it seems Mr. Fergus is not my father.I really need answers.We arrived at the restaurant where Marcus settled an appointment with Fergus.Fergus is new in the business industry. They were from the Philippines and as their business was going well, they planned to h
(Marcus's POV)On our way back home, Siri rested her head on my chest as our fingers intertwined. Since she does look sobered now, I reprimanded her for clubbing with Suzy. I know she only wanted to comfort Suzy in this way since Suzy only relieved her stress by spending money on expensive kinds of stuff and liquors.Despite her efforts to comfort Suzy and calm her down, it did nothing for her.Actually, Nick visited me at my office to talk about Suzy and his parents. That's why I tag him along to fetch my wife and his wife, a drunkard.And thankfully, we're right in time. The couple needs to talk and seeing Suzy still has the energy to catfight, she's sobered enough to talk normally with her husband."Will she be okay?" Siri suddenly questioned. And I know who she meant by that."Hmm.""What if they will ask for a divorce this time?"Hearing the word divorce gives me a pain in my chest. I know one of them will be miserable, or both of them will if things go awry. "It's up to them.
(Serena's POV)Strobe lights, loud music from the speaker, waiter, and waitresses dressed skimpily with glowing trays of drinks, shots, and bottles of booze lined up at the counter bar, the smell of sweat and smoke wafting off our clothing.My nose crinkled when smoke invaded my nostrils.With the last shot from my beer, I took a glance at Suzy who was dancing with a group of people we didn't know. She's having fun. It's clearly evident on her smile that doesn't leave her face the very first step we stride inside the bar.I actually left a message to Marcus to fetch us two hours after we arrived here. I purposely didn't let Suzy bring her car for the reason that we would be both intoxicated once we exited this building.I've been eyeing Suzy the whole time. She's swaying her hips with the hip music in the background while carrying a glass of tequila. I predicted that it would be messed up and difficult for her to wake up tomorrow.It's her punishment. I let her enjoy tonight and prepa
(Serena's POV)The next morning, I decided to meet Cassandra and apologize for suspecting her of something horrible. After she found out my thoughts about her, having a hidden relationship with Marcus, she cracked up and couldn't believe her ears.In the end, she shared with me the plan she had with Marcus about the surprise wedding. Marcus decided to move earlier the wedding date which is before Christmas.After the discussion with Cassandra, she bid farewell as she needs to attend something important.I stayed in the restaurant, eating my croissant and milk tea. I've had my breakfast earlier but my stomach won't back off to the food in front of her. To be honest, I've been wondering if Suzy has already eaten breakfast. She was so damn wasted last night, even wailing when Marcus dropped her on her bed. She said she's nice but why do people keep hurting her?She was being dramatic last night and I ended up sleeping with her in the guest room. She wouldn't let go of my dress and demand
(Serena's POV)As Uncle Gregor continued throwing hurtful words, I slowly became uncomfortable and my hands began to tremble but I was more concerned about Marcus, seeing his reaction to his Uncle's attitude.Despite how uncomfortable it was, Marcus was almost losing it, and needed to calm him down so I held onto his hand which he had clenched into a fist.As soon as Marcus noticed my warm hand, his fist slowly loosely unclenched before glancing at me. It was only after his blue eyes met mine, I lightly shook my head as a sign for him to take it easy. He slowly calmed his nerves down as a middle-aged man approached us."Mr. Storm.""Nice seeing you again, Gregor and Marcus's fiancee, but Marcus...""Yes?" Marcus's voice seemed relaxed now."Grab a drink with me," said Mr. Storm as he tapped Marcus on the shoulder. "There's someone else I'd like you to meet.""Of course," Marcus said with confidence, then looked over at me. I nod to him to let him go, gesturing to him I'm going to be
(Serena's POV)Hearing his demand made my blood boil in rage. He only thinks about his relationship with Becker, not the condition of his only daughter."She's your daughter, not mine. Take her with you nicely. If she won't, I will stop you from planning to meet those two." Marcus spoke out with his gritted teeth."Cut the bullshit and drag her here now!""They have already come up with a decision. They are adult enough to make a decision. It's their marriage, leave them alone. Isn't it enough that you forced those two to tie the knot unwillingly? What kind of parent are you."Unable to hear him nonchalantly express himself, I abruptly ended the call and dropped the phone on the bed. Marcus didn't complain as he only buried his face in his hands with a heavy sigh.I know Suzy only now wanted to be with Shaine. Marcus let her stay here for the sake of her well-being. She's torn enough to live alone. At least here, we are with her to help her get through her troubles.I rested my chin o
(Marcus's POV)When morning came, I opened my eyes and slowly dropped my head to the side to watch the beauty next to me. Siri had only covered half her lower body, leaving her upper body exposed as she lay on her side.Wanting to get the hair that covered her face out of the way, I stretched my hand but right when it reached her, she groaned and held onto it."Good morning, gorgeous," I said, having an even deeper connection with her after our passionate night together after a while.I just couldn't believe that she thought I cheated on her.When she opened her eyes and tried to get closer to my body, she hissed at the soreness all over her body. I jokingly pointed out that had she been working out like me, she wouldn't have felt that way. Because of my joke, I get slapped on my chest.I then moved my face closer and kissed her on the cheek. She closed her eyes and held onto my neck. The joy of seeing her in my arms brings a smile to my countenance."Last night was beautiful," I said
(Serena's POV)His hands are all over my body as I grip his face, causing our tongues to intertwine in a wonderful dance. His chest was covered by all of my hands. He kissed me from the top of my cheek to the base of my neck. His hot breath and the gentle caress of his lips drove me mad. They make contact with my neck and start burning. While giving me harsher and more intense kisses, he slid his fingers over my hair.A moan erupts from my mouth.His other hand slides around my waist and pulls me close to his addictive-scented body. He feathered kisses on my shoulders and in my hair. It was slow and soft, comforting in ways that words would never be.When there was no more room between us, I slid my fingers down his spine and pulled him closer till our breaths mixed and I could feel his heart racing against my chest. The fact that I could make him feel that way made my insides bounce with joy. I separate myself and inhale quickly and shallowly. My insides caught fire at the way he loo