The silence in the large living room was tense as everyone tried their best to avoid the burning gaze of Bernard.. Aldrin massaged his head when he noticed how relax Anita seemed to be when she was the one at fault, he knew this won't end well for the both of them... "Do you regret getting married to me?" Aldrin was caught off guard by the sudden blunt and unforeseen question she just asked him.. "What? No!" Anita raised a brow "Then why are you staring at me that way?!" Bernard's gaze narrowed at the two who were murmuring to each other in a hushed tone.. "You still dare to talk when this is all your fault Anita?!" Patricia touched her husband's arm gently when she heard him yell, times like this made her worry about his health.. "Easy dear" "it isn't entirely my fault father" Anita retorted. Bernard sprang up to his feet ready to lash out at her when a voice broke in.. "I'm here" Everyone diverted their attention to Damien who had an indifferent look
Olivia hurried out of the building with Bianca right behind her back tailing after her..She watched Olivia's back that was moving fast away from her, she had no other choice than to jog to catch up with the worried mother.."Olivia..do you have any idea of where you're going to find them?" Olivia stopped on her tracks and turned to Bianca with a firm nod.."Who else? he found out that Kelvin is his son and he thinks that he can just take away my child away from me?!" Bianca closed her eyes briefly, this was the exact thing she was scared about, she had heard stories like this before and she must confess that the rich people's mindset works differently..They probably want to take possession of the child because he had the Sterlings blood flowing through his veins.."Well we don't know where the Sterlings live? and I'm sure that surrounding must be heavily guarded" Olivia's amber eyes blazed in unfathomable gleam as she said the next words to Bianca.."I don't care how dangerous i
Olivia gasped and tried to pull her hair out of his grip but he wasn't willing to let go of it yet.. Bianca's legs involuntarily moved close to the two, she raised her head up to Damien who pointed at something ahead of her.. She followed the direction of his finger and almost immediately a gasp escaped her lips as her hair cascaded down her shoulder.. She turned to him in surprise and was even more speechless when she saw him tie Olivia's hair into a ponytail with her hair band.. Olivia touched her hair and turned around to face him.. "What the heck?" Damien stared ahead of him with a blank expression on his face.. "Work resumes by 8:00 am tomorrow morning don't forget that" He didn't give her a chance to object to it before he walked to the black Mercedes Benz waiting for him which was opened by a guard.. "Bye daddy" Kelvin waved.. Olivia's teeth gritted in anger, who does he think he is to order her?. "He's cool alright" She snapped her head to Bianca who
Sandy opened the door when she heard the door bell ring, her face smile fell a little. She had initially thought that it was her daughter.. But seeing the elegant woman on dark sunglasses standing on her porch drew a questioning look on her face.. She was dressed in a tailored Chanel suit that accentuated her slender figure. Her long, raven-black hair was styled in a sleek, low bun, revealing a pair of chandelier earrings that sparkled like diamonds in the light. "And you are?" Tracy blew air over her face with her hands chasing the invisible flies around her face, she stared at her surroundings with nothing but disgust in her eyes.. Sandy arched a brow, with just a glance at the proud lady before her, she could tell that she was a wealthy person. "Dummy, everyone in L.A knows who I am, by the way I'm Tracy Brown" Sandy's expression remained blank "So?" Tracy pulled off her sunglasses revealing her deep brown eyes. "To be honest, I don't like you much either, I
Anita took a peek behind her to find her husband's teasing smile, of course he was happy that she'd finally receive some scoldings from his father.. "Jerk!" She pushed the door and stepped into the semi dark study.. "You have... "I didn't do anything wrong, I was just passing by when I spotted Aldrin lingering around the door, I tried stopping him but he didn't pay heed to me" And In the next second the door was pushed open once more but this time by Aldrin who had a look of disbelief on his face.. Anita was startled to see him, she thought he must have left.. "Don't you have any manners son?!" Aldrin ignored his dad's question and settled his gaze on Anita who was avoiding his gaze.. "You're seriously using my name when you were the one eavesdropping?!" Anita snorted and faced Bernard who was confused on who was actually telling the truth or not.. "Father, did you see that? he blames me for everything, when he's the one at fault" Anita added in a saddened expr
Olivia diverted her gaze to Kelvin who was flaunting a brand new blue bike with an ear to ear grin on his lips.. She walked to Kelvin and snatched the helmet he wore on his head.. "Take it back! he doesn't need it!" Damien caught the helmet she just hurled at him before it could hit his faxe.. "Mummy but I love it" Kelvin whined. "you want a bike? fine! I'll get one for you alright?" Kelvin shook his head in protest, "That's what you said on my fourth and fifth birthday" Damien chuckled and rose slowly to his feet, he placed the blue helmet gently on Kelvin's head and peered down at Olivia who was getting red by the seconds due to anger.. "It's a gift I got for him, and he doesn't need your approval to accept the gift" Anita skidded in between them before things gets out of hand.. "Woah! guys relax, and Olivia I don't think Damien did a bad thing after all, Kelvin is also his son too" Sandy moved next to Olivia who was having a staring battle with Damien..
Olivia ignored his words and remained seated in the car refusing to budge. "I won't step out!" Damien grunted in annoyance, he gripped the steering wheel hard and started the car once more.. "Suit yourself!" Olivia turned to him in shock when the car's acceleration was increased.. "You know? if this car were to crash because of the speed at which you're moving I won't be the only one to die" Seems like her words struck something in his head, he involuntarily reduced his pace, he didn't want to die now at least not with her.. Who knows? she might be a thorn in flesh even in the after life.. "Good boy" *** Xander yawned in boredom as he received a earful from his father.. Mr Gray was just like any typical dad who doesn't want their kids to throw their lives away, he slammed his palm on the brown mahogany desk separating them.. "I'm talking to you son!" Xander looked up to his father boredly "haven't I told you that I'm no longer a kid? I have to enjoy my li
Tracy's eyes widened by the sight and in the next minute, her legs moved on their own accord to Olivia in anger.. "How dare you lay your filthy hands on my daughter?!" Her scream was accompanied by a raise of her hand ready to hit Olivia across the face.. And to her astonishment both Damien and Olivia held her hand back before it striked.. "Don't make that mistake with me Mrs Brown" Olivia threatened with a fierce glare in those amber eyes of hers.. Asher walked in on this scene right at that moment, his eyes fell on his sister who was on the ground sobbing and then to his mum whose hand was held back by Damien and Olivia.. They both exchanged brief gazes before releasing their grip on Tracy who was in shock.. "I believe my mission here has been completed, have a nice life" "Where do you think you're going Damien Sterling?!" Damien released a deep breath and held Olivia's hand pulling her out with him in fast pace, she had to jog to catch up with him.. And as soo
Despite all that had happened to Tracy in the last few weeks, she was smart enough to understand that revenge wouldn't help her out at all. She pulled her gaze off the large screen showing the live footage of Damien and Olivia's wedding. That should have been her daughter smiling so brightly on the screen, but the latter messed up her chances. If only Olivia hadn't come into the picture, maybe everything would still be intact and in place. The Brown's wouldn't have been broken apart like it had. Taking a huge deep breath, she gripped the handle of the wheelchair where a dazed looking Asher sat. The doctor said he was still in shock of whatever had happened around him but it's been days since he woke up and the only word he uttered was "Olivia" Tracy wasn't oblivious to the fact that Asher had something for Olivia. "Your dad and Rihanna has chosen their own path, I think it's time we get going and start our lives afresh" They had to catch the fastest flight to Florida w
Few days later.. The most awaited day in the city came by so fast. The day were the two souls were finally going to be joined together by the sacred bonds of marriage. A majestic church was transformed into a breathtakingly opulent wedding wonderland. The stained glass windows adorned with intricate stone carvings filtered the sunlight casting kaleidoscopic patterns across the polished marbled floor covered with a plush white carpet runner embroidered with gold thread. Garlands of lush greenery and exotic white flowers which included, roses, orchids, and gardenias entwined the wooden pews leading up to the altar. The air was sweet with the scent of blooming flowers. All these extravagant decor had everything to do with Anita Sterling, the most joyous soul on earth. She had been anticipating this day so much if not more than the couple and finally it was here. As the orchestra's strings swelled, the congregation rose. Their faces turned toward the back of the church. Th
Alexa took a glance at Hardin seated next to her in the car when he didn't make any attempt to step out of the car. Today, her older brother had summoned her to the Sterling's ancestral home for an urgent meeting, and she had taken advantage of that opportunity to introduce Hardin to her family. Except that the latter was feeling nervous about this meeting. Hardin knew that he had to face his girl's family sooner than later. He wasn't scared of meeting them but rather be was scared that they might look down on him because of the huge gap between their status. Or worse they might shoo him away from Alexa which he wouldn't be able to bear. Alexa's hand fell on his palm fisted on his lap. She gave it a soft reassuring squeeze. "Trust me. Everything will be fine. My brother might seem tough but he is actually soft hearted on the inside and my dad isn't much of a trouble either" Hardin released a deep breath, he casted her a glance. "And your mum? There's still enough time
Tracy's hand shakily reached for the door's knob leading to Asher's ward. Her heart raced wildly as the door creaked open. She took a step in and almost immediately, a surprised squeal left her lips. Her legs almost gave way, but luckily, she regained her composure and hurried to the bed where the lean figure lay with his eyes wide open. "Asher" She cried out softly caressing his hair. He was awake. Meanwhile, Asher's face was as still as a statue, he hardly blinked or changed his line of focus. Tracy rained multiple kisses on his face but that still didn't generate any reaction from him. There were several questions running wild in her head that needed to be answered. "Asher..can you hear me? it's me your mum" She reminded him taking his hand in hers. She brought his hand to her lips and began sobbing. Now she had a new ray of hope. He was awake and that was all that mattered to her. *** Olivia sat on her bed reading a book in the peace and quietness of Damien's r
Bianca flashed a smile at the kind receptionist who led her to the door leading to Xander's office... Her hubby must have been working his ass off and had probably forgotten to have breakfast before coming to the office and it was certain that he might skip lunch too. But not on her watch. She had decided to pay a surprise visit to him today by coming over to his company with his lunch. She pushed the door open and stepped in with all smiles.. "Hey, Mr Gray I see you're busy." Xander was startled at her sudden familiar and chirpy voice, he snapped his head up from his PC to her. She plunged to the chair in front of his large desk with a broad grin on her face placing two takeouts on his desk. From her facial expression he got that she was excited to see him. "Wow! I wasn't expecting you to show up. You startled me for a second there" She sprang up to her feet and walked around the desk heading to him, once she drew close enough she stood behind him and leaned dow
All throughout the ride back home Damien's hand never left Olivia's tummy no matter how many times she made jest of him. He just couldn't contain his happiness and the same goes to Olivia. "Don't you think you are overreacting?" Olivia inquired arching a brow. She wasn't complaining or anything, it was just it felt weird for him to caress her flat tummy. "Come on. I wasn't there for you when you were pregnant with Kelvin. The least I could do is to make sure that I'm always by your side from now henceforth" Olivia sighed in defeat, she tilted her head by the side till it fell on his shoulder. "As you wish Mr Sterling" *** Hardin wiped off small food crumbs by the corner of Alexa's lips using his thumb. He took the dirty dishes along with him to the kitchen. "You don't have to do the dishes. I can manage on my own" Alexa lazily offered running her palm on her stomach. "Nah. it's nothing much" It's been a while since she last ate a really nourishing homemade foo
Damien and Olivia waited patiently for the results of the test carried out. The result was said to be ready in the next thirty minutes. "Are you sure you aren't feeling any discomfort?" He asked worriedly. Olivia's face fell for the umpteenth time in a row, Damien had been bugging her with that same question over and over again. "Yes. My ears are about to be blown off by you. I told you already right? I'm fine quit worrying yourself for nothing" Damien chuckled at her response, he brought his hand to her blonde hair stroking it lovingly. "I can't help but worry about you honey" Olivia flashed him a look of surprise, he just addressed her as 'Honey' and surprisingly it sounded right to her ears. Luckily for Olivia who was gradually burning in red color, the door opened and a doctor stepped into his office while a nurse followed behind him. He took his seat behind his large brown desk filled with some papers clipped together and his name tag. "Mr Sterling. I'm deepl
Hardin pulled away from Alexa after a few seconds of their lips locking. He cupped her face in his hands while his eyes never left hers for a second. Her face was expressionless and he noticed that she didn't reciprocate to his advances. Or furthermore, she wasn't interested in him like he was in her. The thought of that shattered his heart into a million tiny pieces. Maybe this had something to do with the huge gap in their status. But at this point, nothing mattered to him any longer except the lady standing close to him. Whether she accepted him or not, he had decided to pour out his feelings. She hadn't said a word neither had she blinked or make the slightest of movement. Perhaps, she was still in a state of shock, which was very true. Although this wasn't the first time Hardin had kissed her, but this kiss which lasted for a few seconds felt entirely different. Her heart thumped wildly wondering why he did that. Different questions and assumptions filled her mind leavin
The once messy apartment which belonged to Alexa was made spotless and neat after a few hours of cleaning by Hardin.. He picked up the trashcan and proceeded to the living room where some of her dresses and socks were littered. A few empty packs from various snacks covered the table in the midst of the mini living room. "How come I never noticed any of this whenever I come in here?" He questioned no one in particular.. After taking out the thrash from the table, his eyes caught sight of a thin strip paper like object lying lazily on the table.. Hardin's brows furrowed, from the two clear red lines flashing before his eyes, he already knew what this was. He picked it up examining it closely, this was a pregnancy strip. And worse of it all, it was showing two lines which meant that it was positive. Was Alexa pregnant? if not what was it doing in her apartment? Meanwhile.. A smile carved on Alexa's sleeping face when a mouth watering aroma filled her nostrils. She stir