She opened her eyes slowly and yawned tiredly. She looked around the room and her eyes caught with the wall clock. “It’s morning already,” she muttered tiredly. She looked around the room slowly and memories of last night appeared in her head. All she could remember was her falling into the pool and how Adrian had brought her home. She could still recall being in the fireplace that night and how she had slept in the bosom of a man who would be no other person than her husband. “Adrian,” she muttered slowly as she sat up right. Everything that happened last night began to play in her head and though she was subconscious of everything happening around her, she could remember feeling his warmth as they laid together at the fireplace. A wry smile appeared on her lips and she wondered why he had done all he did last night. She was still in her ocean of thought, when the door opened and Vivian walked into the room. Her face broke into a warm smile as she saw Alex sitting on the bed. “I
She couldn’t resist the pressure as she felt his lips on hers. The moment became tense as their lips locked fiercely and he pulled her closer to himself. She tightened her arms around his neck as she felt his arms caressing her back roughly. He broke free and they both began to pant heavily with their breaths fanning against their lips. He plunged his lips into hers again, this time, in a slow romantic manner that made her body twitch all over. She could feel his hand moving from her back to her shoulder. He slid the strap of her dress off her shoulder and his arms caressed her smooth succulent skin. He made her lie slowly on the chair with their lips still locked together. Just then, the lights came on followed by footsteps and they both pulled away from each other immediately. “Oh, sorry sir, I just wanted to check if the lights have been fixed,” the man standing in front of them said nervously as he tried to walk away. “Um..yes..it’s been fixed,” he said awkwardly as he sat up
As she walked into the house that night, she yawned tiredly as she moved over to the living room. She saw Vivian coming out of the kitchen and they both stopped in front of each other. “Welcome home,” the old lady greeted with a smile. “Thanks, I'm so tired right now. Did you make dinner for Adrian?” She asked tiredly. “Yes, but he didn’t touch his food. He just came home and walked into his room,” she replied. “Really? Or maybe he was waiting for me to come and make dinner. You know how he can’t do without my food,” she said and they both laughed. “I will meet him upstairs and ask if I can prepare something for him,” she said as she moved over to the stairs. As she stopped in front of his room, she heaved a sigh and knocked on the door. After a few seconds, he appeared in front of the door, dressed in a red night robe. His face hardened as he saw her face and she could see how his countenance changed immediately he saw her. “Sir.. .should I make you dinner?” She stammered unea
The car parked carefully in the yard and they both stepped out while laughing over a few things. She looked around the yard and smiled as she recalled the last time she was here. That was the day she had caught Femi and Asa making out and it kind of brought back bad memories to her. She was glad to have forgave them as it had helped her move on so easily. “Where is your grandma?” She asked as she looked at the usual spot the old lady used to sit under the tree. “Oh, I guess she has gone to the farm,” he replied as they walked to the porch. They walked into the house and she looked around the unfurnished living room which had stayed the same since she left. “I guess she’s in the room,” he said and she nodded as she followed him over to the passage. As the door of the room creaked open, she could see Asa lying sideways on the bed with her baby bump which had become visible. She had grown so fat and her skin was so dark that she was hardly recognizable. “Asa, is that you?” She ask
As he stepped into the living room, he was greeted by the quietness of the house and he walked in slowly as he anticipated her presence. He saw Vivian walking into the living room and she walked over to meet him. “Welcome home, sir,” she greeted. “Where is Alex?” He asked with a deep voice. “She is not yet back, sir,” she replied. He kept silent and walked over to the stairs. “Should I serve your lunch now?” She asked but he ignored her and walked away immediately. After taking a shower, he dressed up in a white shirt and black shorts. He crawled into the bed and laid on his back tiredly as he gazed at the ceiling. As the cold from the air conditioner swept through his skin, he exhaled deeply and dragged the duvet over his body. He looked at the wall clock and it was 1:09pm already. He needed to catch some sleep before she came back home in the evening, he thought as he shut his eyes slowly. He yawned tiredly as he opened his eyes slowly. He has had a long sleep and his body f
He stepped out of the elevator and hastened his steps as he walked over to the penthouse where he could see his father, sitting on the white lounge chair, making a phone call. He stood for a moment and waited for the call to end before walking over to meet him. The men at the penthouse made a slight bow as he walked over them to meet his father, who was sitting comfortably, donned in a white agbada. “You look troubled, what brings you here?” Mateo asked as he looked at his son whose black dress was soaked with perspiration as he stood in front of him. He heaved a sigh and looked away from him as he thought of how to place the words. “Adrian, what's going on?” Mateo asked anxiously. “Alex is missing,” he spilled with his back facing him. Silence fell in and Mateo stood up slowly with the aid of his walking stick. “What are you saying? Did I hear you clearly?” He asked with a chuckle as he shook his head in disbelief. He heaved a sigh again and turned to face him. “I went to he
Her face broke into a warm smile as she stepped into the beautiful and well furnished chambers. She could see him sitting on the round red sofa with his back facing her. “Father,” she called and he turned towards her slowly.“Alex! Alex!” He exclaimed as he saw her face. He tried to stand up with the aid of his walking stick and she hurried over to meet him. She dropped her bag on the couch and supported him. “Alex, where have you been?” His emotional voice sounded and she broke into tears at once.“Father, I’m so sorry,” she cried as he wrapped his arms around her shoulders slowly.“What happened?” He asked and she raised her face to look at him.“It’s a long story,” she sniffed as she wiped the tears off her face.“I have all the time,” he said while looking into her eyes.*He gulped the water mercilessly and threw the plastic bottle across the car window. The sun was blazing so hot and he could feel his whole body soaked in perspiration. He heaved a sigh as he looked across the b
He poured the drink in the glass recklessly as he wiped his lips. Several bottles of alcoholic drinks could be seen, scattered on the table before him. Slow music could also be heard playing in the background as people walked slowly around the club. As the club lights reflected on his face, tears could be seen dripping down his cheek as he sat at one end of the club, drinking himself to stupor. How could he? How could his father let Alex go? He thought. Yes, all he ever wanted was to be free from her, but right now, it all felt too sudden and it was a big bone in his chest which he was finding so hard to digest. Was he going to let her leave this way? He thought as he rubbed his palm over his head in frustration. “Alex is married to me, not my father. Alex is mine and no one can take her away from me!” He voiced confidently as he dropped the glass violently on the table and stormed out of the club. The heavy rain could be seen lashing against the Porsche as it stopped in front
They broke free from the hug as they heard Adrian clearing his throat behind them."You just can't be patient," Alex said with a chuckle and they all laughed."I didn't stay all that long without you just for you to return and keep me waiting to have you," he said as he pulled her forcefully to himself. She landed on his chest and they all laughed."Maria, I want to say thank you once again. As long as I would want you to stay, I still cannot force you against your decision to go in search of Elena's father. But I want you to know that, if you ever need anything, we are just only a call away. We are your family," he said with all sincerity.She smiled broadly and nodded."Thank you," she muttered."Now go back inside and party," Alex urged."While I take this beautiful woman of mine inside," he said as he carried her up in a bridal style."Inside of where? Stop!" Alex cried as she banged his chest."Shh, we will go through the back door so you don't get disturbed again," he said and s
The mansion began to bustle with people moving to and fro. The news of Alex Steel being alive was one of the most discussed topics on the internet.As they walked into the house, she could see her mother and father running over to give her a hug. They weren't present at the court, only her friends came from the village to witness the hearing."Oh, I can't believe my daughter is alive!!" Mrs Bimpe cried as she and her husband locked her tightly in a warm embrace."I'm so sorry mom, I'm so sorry for not reaching out to you," she cried."Your mother almost passed away. You could have reached out!" Her father cried loudly."It's enough, father, all that matters is that she is alive. Safe and a little bit healthy," Maiden said with a smile from where she stood before them."Yes, my daughter is alive," Mrs Bimpe cried again."I'm glad we didn't conduct a burial for you. Adrian wouldn't let us conduct a burial ceremony because he believed you will one day come back to him," her father contin
There was tension in court as the two women were dragged to the accused box where they both stood giving mean stares to each other. The courtroom was filled to the brim. Members of the press were also present to cover the event. The case happened to be one of the most discussed cases in the whole of the country as everyone was eagerly waiting to see the outcome of these vicious women who became internet sensations after their arrests concerning the murder of Alex Steel. In the audience were Natasha, Adrian and their friends who were all seated at the front row. The charges were read and the defense and prosecution lawyers swung into action as they defended their clients logically. "My lord, I've pleaded guilty. All I'm asking is for this bitch to be arrested alongside me. She committed the crime together with me and she shouldn't be exonerated!" Barbara fumed with her mean eyes tearing through Amelia. "Shut up, you bastard! You're only trying to drag me into the mess you created. H
The Land cruiser jeep could be seen slowing down as it moved along the untarred road which was covered with portholes. From the black Acura where they leaned, they could see the Land cruiser approaching and they both stood up right with their hands in their pockets as they stood gallantly waiting for the car to stop. The car stopped a few meters away from them. The door opened and Amelia stepped out of the car, dressed gallantly in black biker jacket and jeans. She took off her dark glasses as she walked towards the women who were waiting impatiently for her. "Oh, such a lovely wonderful morning. It's not even up to seven o'clock yet. Are we good?" She asked as opened her arms wide with a smirk appearing on her face. "What did you do?" Barbara asked as she gave her a mean look. "What did I do? I saw your pictures all over the internet last night. I should be asking you, what did you do?" She asked with a smirk as she brought out a stick of cigarette which she placed in between he
Police sirens could be heard as the vehicles sped into the mansion which was all lit up that night. He jumped out of the car as soon as it came to a halt and the heavily armed policemen could be seen running behind him as they all stormed into the building. His heavy breathing could be heard as he burst through the door which was left unlocked. "Search around the rooms down here, I will go upstairs with the rest of the men," he ordered as he proceeded to the stairs with some of the men marching behind him. His heart began to race as he stepped into the master bedroom and found the whole place empty. He let out a sigh of frustration and stormed out of the room angrily. He could see some of the policemen walking towards him from the other side of the passage. "All clear," the officers reported. "Fuck!" He cursed as he hurried down the stairs with the men. "Mr Steel, I'm afraid, they've escaped," the officer in charge revealed and his face pulled into a frown. "With my last breat
Looking outside the car window, she could see her walking to the car, dressed smartly in a navy blue kimono dress and black heels. The door opened and she stepped into the car with the door shutting behind her. The window glass rolled up and she took off her sunglasses and heaved a sigh. "What is the reason you called me here?" She asked as she watched her take off her glasses. "My sister is plotting to kill you," she spilled with her eyes looking forward. Silence fell in for a moment and her brows gathered deeply as she stared at the side of her face. "And why are you telling me this?" She asked thoughtfully. "Because I don't want it to get bloody any more. Enough of the killings. I didn't come all the way here from Mexico to spill blood. I need you to be careful," she warned in a low tone. She kept silent and heaved a sigh as she looked away from her face. "I know she will try to prove smart again. She loves proving to be the smart one," she said with a smirk as she let out a
With the heavy breeze blowing across his face, he walked along the sandy shore, barefooted with his eyes fixed on the water where he could see several boats and fishermen mending their nets. "Baby J, we are here," he said as he kissed the baby's cheek and dropped him on the sand. He chuckled as he watched Junior play excitedly on the sand while making squeaky sounds followed by giggles. He heaved a sigh and unbuttoned the first two buttons of his blue vintage short sleeve shirt as he sat on the sand, staring into the water. "Come over here, J," he called as he pulled the baby to himself and made him sit in between his legs. They both stayed that way, staring into the water as people walked past them. "I've always believed that one day, the water will bring your mommy back to me," he said with a chuckle. "I still have that hope. Alex will come back to me," he said as his eyes began to well up with tears. ** Settled in a boat far at a distance from the shore where he sat, she re
She hurried out of the passage and climbed onto the balcony where she stood, pacing around. She could have been caught by Amelia, thank God for the tea story, she thought as she gave a sigh. She reached for her phone and looked around carefully before dialing the number. "Alex, it's Nat. I found a drawer which is tightly locked and I can't find the key to it. I have a strong feeling that what we are looking for is right in there," she said in whispers. "Did you search all the nooks and crannies?" She asked from the phone. "Yes I did and she almost bumped into me in the act," she related anxiously. "Search her bags, her personal bag. The one she moves with often. It's got to be in there," she assured. "Um, okay," she muttered uneasily. "Nat, you need to be fast. Since she almost caught you in the act there is no way she won't have her suspicions. You need to act quickly to lay your hand on that envelope before she moves it out of its place," she said. "Um..I'm thinking of a way t
PRESENT "That is the story of how I survived. And right now, Maria and I are making plans on how to get back at those people. I need to make them suffer and pay dearly for all they did to me. That's the reason I reached out to Natasha. I believe she will be able to help us out," she related as she sniffed and wiped the tears that trickled down her cheek. "I'm glad you reached out to me too, I've been wearing myself out, mourning you day and night," Madison said with empathy. "I'm sorry I had to stay hidden for so long. It took me months to be healed from the traumas of that horrible night. It took me a lot to recover fully," she explained. "I get it perfectly, Alex. And I promise you will get justice. Right now, we need to do all we can to protect Junior," she said. "Junior will be fine. Barbara would never come near him," Maria assured. "But how did you do it, I mean, how did you both brainwash that little girl into believing Barbara was her mother and Adrian her father?" Madiso