Cody I'm lost of words. I feel ambushed. I try to deny that Snow did not just do what she did but no matter how many times I do so, I feel frustrated. Never has anyone, especially a woman who isn’t Sam, talked to me like that. If there was an award for that, Snow would've won one. She leaves me in the office baffled and speechless. And I feel like there's an earthquake in my mind because I can't seem to gather my thoughts. Lee smirks from beside me when he sees my shocked face and walks away whistling. Sam also snickers and walks away. I stomp to my office in frustration. The fact that she did this to me in front of everyone was a bit humiliating. And I hate to admit it. I'm so annoyed and frustrated that I can't even concentrate on my work. I want to be angry but I can't and I have no idea why. What even pisses me off more is that fiesty women turn me on. And Snow is just that. She turned me on without even breaking a sweat. Without knowing what she was doing. She's innocent. I
Cody It was hard for me to fall asleep but eventually I did. When I wake up, I feel like I had been hit by a bulldozer. My head is aching so much that I'm afraid it's going to explode soon and my intestines feel twisted. I don't usually get drunk this much. I groan and get out of bed, dragging myself to the bathroom to clean up. That's when I notice a bottle of Tylenol pills and a glass of water on my nightstand. Too tired to think about who put it there, I shrug and take the pills. I feel my insides grumble and hurry to the bathroom to empty the contents of my stomach into the toilet, my throat burning as the bile rushes out of my mouth. An unpleasant feeling settles in the pit of my stomach. I sit on the toilet seat and try to gather my thoughts. Then I remember last night. I groan inwardly. Snow. Changing into my workout clothes, I head to the gym. I take a peak in Snow's room to check if she's awake on my way there. She's still asleep. I sigh and march to the gym, working o
Snow Flashes of memories of a man and I making love to each other invaded my mind as Mr Wells trailed kisses on my neck and shoulders. It frightened me and sent a wave of shock through me. I wanted to breathe but I found it very difficult to do so. There was no air for me to inhale into my lungs. So I instinctly pushed Mr Wells away from me to have my space. I couldn't sleep at night when I entered my room. I tried to, but the sleep just wasn't coming to me. All I kept thinking about was the way I felt when Mr Wells' lips touch my skin. It was an electrifying feeling. But I was also scared because of the things that I saw as he kissed me. It made my insides twist in a very bad way. It wasn't pleasant. When I woke up this morning, I felt restless. I thought of Mr Wells and an idea popped up in my head. I went into his room and placed a bottle of Tylenol pills that I found in his bathroom and a glass of water on his nightstand. I sighed and walked out to get ready for work. It surpris
Snow "I'm coming! Jeez!" I say as I open the front door to meet Sam scowling playfully at me. "Oh hey Sam." "What took you so long?! Don't answer." She pushes past me with a little girl beside her. I stare at them as they walk in. "Listen. Cody's mother is coming over for dinner tonight. I'm here to make sure Cody doesn't kill her….or at least try to. I had to rush to the grocery store to get some foodstuffs and other things to prepare everything before both of them get here." She rushes to the kitchen, washes her hands and pulls out utensils and ingredients, I keep looking at her as she hurries to get everything she needs. "Cody doesn't know that I'm not at the office now. He went out to meet someone with Miss Anderson, his secretary. I told him one of Miranda's teachers called me and that I needed to be there so Miss Anderson should go with him. I lied. If he knew, he wouldn't let me do all this." She rambles. "Sam, slow down." I grab her by the shoulders so that she looks at me.
Cody "So, Kylie was right." I hear Mother say as I walk into the living room with Miranda. Mother is glowering at Snow, looking at her with disgust. Mother’s judgmental look makes me furious. Mother always does that, looks at people with judging eyes as if their nothing but filthy rags she can step on. It takes everything in me not to snap at her. Hearing the words Mother spoke makes me mad. Either Kylie has been stalking me or my house is bugged. I can't stand these women. I'll deal with Kylie later. Remembering Miranda is still holding my hand, I whisper to her. "Go to your mom. I have to be with my mother now." She nods and skips to Sam. I walk up up them and then clear my throat. "Mother." I call her and she looks at me with a big smile. "Son." She greets. Snow glances at me and moves away from Mother. "Let's eat." I say tightly. "I hope not with her." I roll my eyes. "You asked to have dinner at my house. She lives here and so she eats with us." Sam awkwardly slips out of the
Cody I gaze at Snow, she looks madly irritated. "What? You’re mad at me or something?" She snaps with rage and fire evident in her tone. I find it hard not to think it's really sexy and such a turn on. "You just called my mother a bitch." She rolls her eyes and huffs. "Well, I wasn't just going to sit there and let her insult me like I'm some filthy peasant." A light chuckle left my lips. "Relax Snow. I was just going to say well done. Not everyone can handle Mother, so good for you." She blushes and stares down at her plate. "Cody. We need to talk about yesterday." She starts after a minute of silence. "Your mom reminded of what I was trying so hard to push out of my mind. I'm not sure if you remember. Do you remember what happened last night? Between us?" An amused smile creeps up on my face. I know what she's talking about. I clearly remember. But it wouldn't hurt to torture her, would it? "I'm not sure I remember." I lie. She narrows her eyes at me warily and sighs. "It's
Snow A beautiful morning. A beautiful blue sky. The sun rays dancing on my face as I stare out the window. Watching the birds fly, singing as flap their wings, moving about. Music to my ears. That's what I would've said if I didn't wake up in a grumpy mood. The first thought that came to mind was Cody. That asshole. I called Lee earlier and asked him to take me out. I didn't want to hang around his brother. But I didn't say this to him. Lee got here fast which was good, but somehow, instead of being out with him alone, everyone was sitting in the car in awkward silence. That includes Cody. He used Miranda as an excuse to go out with us. I knew he was doing it on purpose. It pissed me off. I talked to Sam about it and she laughed. Which wasn't what I needed. So as we're out here, strolling in the park, I hold on tight to Lee's arm and Cody keeps glaring. As if he's trying to separate my hand from Lee's with his eyes. But he manages to look as though he doesn't care. Me being out t
Snow "Snow I asked if– Wait is that a hickey?" My hand moves up to quickly cover my neck. "Oh my gosh! It's a hickey! You didn't tell me Lee gave you a hickey." I look away from her. I don't want her to read the truth in my eyes. "Snow? It was Cody wasn't it? How come I didn't see this yesterday? Did Lee see it?" "No Lee didn't see it. I made sure." I answer her. "I was just too embarrassed to tell you about it." "Snow–" A knock on the door cuts Sam off. "Snow? Sam? Are you two in there?" "Yeah we're in here." The door opens and he walks in with an iPad in his hand. "Did I interrupt something?" He looks between Sam and I. I sigh and answer. "No." "Parker got some of his boys to hack into your social media accounts and your blog." Cody announces. "Don't you think they should've asked me first?" "Yeah. That's just invasion of privacy. And if they were doing something like that, Snow should've known about it." Sam adds. "That's why I met them yesterday. I gave them the perm
Snow “So as I was saying,” I continue after, putting the phone on charge. “Carlos loves you and I’m pretty sure he’ll do anything to be with you.” Miranda gasps. “You really think so.” “I know so. Teenage love is easier to identify. So beautiful and tenderly, so kind.” I sigh dramatically and we both burst into laughter. “Ok. Now I’m starving. Let’s go and find the girls and then later, we have breakfast. If my stomach rumbles again, don’t let it surprise you when I head in the direction of the breakfast lounge.” Miranda giggles and we both head out. I ask her to try calling Daya before we went to her room in the hotel. Then we bump into Cody. Miranda gasps dramatically. We gaze at each other for a while before she walks away, still giggling. Then I turn to Cody and raise a brow at him. He smiles at me and pulls me back into a my room. “What are you doi-“ He covers my mouth before I’m able to finish my sentence. Then he smashes his lips on mine, kissing me with need. He swallows my
Snow The days went by quickly as we prepared towards the wedding. Everyone was present a week before the day of the wedding. My aunt and uncle, Andre, Cody and Lee, Serena and some other friends of Cody and I. Daya and the planner triple checked everything to make sure that the decorations, food, my wedding dress, Cody’s wedding tuxedo, invitations and everything else was on point. The guests had already started arriving. Cody and I were grateful to see those who could make it and we kept expecting more of our guests to arrive. Inwardly, I was very happy that Ruby was being helpful. Lee planned pre-wedding celebrations for Cody and I to have fun before the day of our wedding ceremony. Dave, Daya’s husband joined in on the fun. I had my bridal shower three days ago and it was lovely. I had lots of fun with my family and friends. Knowing Lee, it was wild as it was expected, but we didn’t mind. On the next day, there was rehearsal dinner. It also went on smoothly until Lee started firew
Cody “Serena, have you made reservations for lunch?” “I have, Mr. Wells. I wasn’t sure of what to do since Mrs. Wells isn’t here so I just made reservations for two.” “Can you cancel? And did you just call my fiancé Mrs. Wells?” I look up at her, a smile creeping on my lips. Serena smiles and nods. “Mr. Wells asked me to call her that since you’ll be married in the next two months. In his words, ‘It wouldn’t hurt to start calling her Mrs. Wells. Those two were practically married before Cody decided to make it official.’” I chuckle. “Lee said that?” “He did, Sir.” She answers. “Alright. Just cancel my plans for lunch. I’ll be spending my lunch break talking to Snow.” “Or instead of cancelling, Lee and I can go and have lunch together. Just the two of us. That isn’t a bad idea, right?” “Of course not. Not at all.” I wink at her, making her blush. She excuses herself and exits my office. Before I hired Serena as my assistant, she was a waiter at Duquette’s café. My secretary wh
Snow "We're here Daya." I say happily settling down on my bed in our hotel suite. "That's great. You're at the hotel right? "Yeah." "I'm sure you'll find Carlos wondering around with his grandmother. If you do, let him drive you to Marco's Pastry Place. But if not, let me know. I'm kind of busy here at the bakery so I'll see you when you get here." "You're busy this evening?" "Yeah. Dave's father is hosting a small party for his friends and I'm in charge of the food. I need to get everything done on time. Then we can hang out afterwards." "Sure, but which of his grandmothers is he here with?" I try to hide the panic in my voice. Daya laughs. "That'll be a surprise for you." "A cruel one if it's Ruby." She bursts into laughter again. "Alright. I'll see you and Miranda when you get here. Have fun." Then she hangs up. "Andy." I call out. "Yes Mom?" " I just called Daya. She said Carlos is around. You can call him if you want." "I've already done that, he'll be here any seco
Snow A year ago, we went on a vacation in London where we met with one of Cody’s old friends and his wife and children. Mr. and Mrs. Robinson are really nice people that welcomed us warmly. It was a very nice experience, spending a week with them. Not to mention that Miranda had a great time with their son Carlos who’s three years older than her. Though she hates to admit it, she did have a lot of fun in London and I’m certain Carlos and Miranda contact each other. Mrs. Daya Robinson, a renowned baker in London and one of the owners of Lena’s Bakery all around the country. She manages the bakeries with her brother, Marco Sanchez. Daya was very friendly and we got along so well. Especially after I found out that her mother was someone I’ve been trying to track for a long time and almost got killed by her but she let me go for unknown reasons. Ruby Crest, the black tigress, a very fierce woman. A mafia empressMr. Dave Robinson, the CEO of Robinson Industries. He’s such a handsome man
Snow “Miranda?” I knock on her door. “Can I come in?” I ask softly. The door opens and Miranda looks up at me. “You can come in.” She opens the doors wider and lets me in. I walk to her desk and have a seat on her chair. “Is there anything I can help you with, Mom?” “I wanted to talk to you.” “Come have a seat on the bed with me. It’s good that you brought this up.” I look at her with furrowed brows. “It is?” I ask her and she nods. I sit beside her on the bed, kicking off my shoes and crossing my legs so that I’m sitting opposite her in the same position. She urges me to speak and I continue but then I ask her, “what is it that you think I’m bringing up here? I want to be sure that we’re on the same page here.” “Aren’t you here to talk about us? You and I?” She waves her finger between us. “I am.” “Let me apologize first. I’ve always wanted to but I didn’t know how to bring it up.” “Don’t worry about that Miranda.” “No. I want to apologize for my attitude towards you. I’m r
Cody “Hey Dad.” “Miranda?” I look up at her as she enters the study. “I was wondering if I could sleep over at Jessie’s place tomorrow night.” “A sleepover? I don’t mind. But your Mom and I were also planning on spending the weekend together at the lake house, where we’re planning the wedding.” “I don’t feel like going Dad.” Miranda tells me in a soft voice. “I understand but you have to be there. You don’t want to be left out, do you?” “Please Dad.” Miranda begs. I sigh. “I’ll let Snow understand that you want to have a sleepover at Jessie’s place. I’m sure she won’t mind. Will there be other girls?” “It’s just Jessie and I.” She replies softly. “Then I’ll have Joseph drop you off tomorrow after school.” “Thanks Dad.” “Don’t mention it. I just want to see you smiling always and since Jessie makes you smile, that’s just what we need. Know that Snow and I love you very much.” “I know. You say it all the time.” Miranda replies and walks out quietly. It’s been three years s
Snow "Miranda has been kidnapped." Andre says. "What? How?" I ask him, letting him in. "Cody!" I call out. "Andre? What is it?" "We've been trying to reach you two but your phones were off. We were able to track your last known location and I remembered your parents live here so I came as fast as I could. Miranda was kidnapped yesterday after school. Detective Parker is looking for her now." "Who do you think took her?" Cody asks him. "Kylie is off the grid which means that she probably took Miranda. A picture of Miranda, tied up in an old warehouse was sent to Sam." Andre explains to us. "Let's go. No time to pack up." Cody says. We both run upstairs to get our phones while Andre leaves ahead of us. Then we make sure to lock the house and leave. Cody drives us back while I try to call Sam. Fifteen missed calls from her, Lee and Andre. I suddenly feel bad. If only we didn't decide to get drunk, we would've heard about the news and be there with Sam as the police search for Mir
Snow "Oh my God. My head hurts." I cry out loud and wince. My own voice piercing my ears, worsening the pain in my head. "This is the worst hangover I've ever had." Cody whispers. "No one has ever had a great hangover. But I agree, this is the worst. We should keep whispering. At least our voices won't worsen the pain." Unable to get up, Cody and I crawl to the kitchen. I spot the camera still secured in its corner. "How we managed to not break the camera is a miracle." I whisper "Indeed." Cody laughs and winces. "My throat hurts so bad." "Me too." We crawl to one cabinet in the kitchen which was thankfully located within our reach. Cody pulls out the first aid kit from the cabinet and I search for aspirin in the kit. Sitting on the ground, we take in the aspirin, slowly get up and fill glasses with water. We gulp it down and sit on the ground again. "I can't wait to watch what the video of what we did while we were drunk. My entire body hurts." I say to Cody "My arms hurt so