Aldrin turned around to stare at the two ladies standing in front of him, he turned to Alexa with an arched brow, truly something weird has been going on with her lately.. He hasn't received debit alerts from her numerous shopping recently.. Alexa scowled inwardly, sure enough her mum was successful in putting those thoughts into her dad's head, because he was staring intently at her seeking explanations.. "Come on dad..this is urgent please" she pleaded with a pout, one she knew her dad couldn't resist.. "Honey..we need to make sure you aren't short of money..that can't be possible right? a large sum which could last you an entire year was deposited in there as your birthday gift.." Alexa's face fell, she threw her head back with a sigh, maybe it was time she put her ego aside and beg Damien once more like she meant it.. "Okay.. your point?" Anita gasped softly "I told you we couldn't trust her with that amount! when next we're giving you a card, there'll be a monthly
Olivia's heart thumped wildly as she stared at the box containing a diamond ring, she pulled her hands off the table clenching it on her laps.. "No..not this way- Damien noticed her reaction to the ring, he felt that she was perhaps scared or worse, she didn't want anything to do with him.. "Not this way..I don't want a relationship out of pity...I don't - She grabbed her glass once more and drank the wine in one go, she reached for the bottle and filled in her empty glass.. Damien held her hand back before she raised the glass to her lips.. "What are you doing?" "You keep promises right? and you never break them" She inquired for him to give a stiff nod.. "Then don't stop me" she uttered meaningfully before raising the glass once more to her lips.. Damien sighed deeply as he watched her gulping down wine like it was just water.. Few minutes later.... He stared at her figure resting back on the plush seat, mumbling some words incoherent words to herself.. He c
After much contemplation, the two made their way up to Damien's room, with each step they took, their heart beats only increased.. Alexa drew in a deep breath as they stood before his door.. "Wait right here..I'll call you in when everything is settled" Rihanna gave a nod as she watched Alexa knock twice on Damien's door before pushing the door open gently.. Meanwhile... Damien stretched the hangover soup bowl to Olivia who was still seated on his bed, he heard the door opening and took a side glance at it.. He had originally thought that it was the head maid coming in to deliver Olivia's clothes, but he was wrong, he was the most surprised to see his younger sister gawking at him in disbelief.. "What are you doing here?" Damien inquired handing the bowl over to Olivia who was now red in embarrassment.. Alexa was bewildered, she took turns to stare both at Damien who was approaching her, and Olivia who buried her face into the bowl.. "I asked you a question Alexa!..
Olivia opened the car's door and bolted out of the car before she died of a heart attack, she could hear his faint laughter resounding behind her.. But she didn't dare take a look back, sighing, she touched her chest that stopped beating faster than normal.. Meanwhile... Bianca and Sandy scurried off the window as soon as they saw her approaching the building, they both took opposite sides on the sofa pretending to do one thing or the other.. The door opened slowly as she stepped in with a faint blush on her cheeks.. She drew in a deep breath ready to listen to all their teasing and she was right because in the next second.. they started their mission.. "Woah.. guess who's back, I thought you left like two days ago?" Bianca teased flipping through a magazine which she wasn't reading.. Olivia pulled off her black flats and wore her pink slippers at the corner of the door, she approached them tying her hair into a messy bun.. "Two days? I thought it was for a month!" San
Olivia sighed deeply, Kelvin never gets into a fight unless he had been provoked or perhaps annoyed.. She pondered on what could make her little boy get into a fight at school.. "Mrs Parker, come this way" She followed behind Kelvin's teacher in a hurry bumping into several people on her way, she mouthed a few 'Sorry' till she got to his ward.. She pushed the door open without bothering to knock on it, her gaze fell on the little frame on the bed and almost immediately she rushed to his side shoving the nurse and doctor standing next to his bed aside.. "Baby" She called out to him amidst tears stroking his hair gently, nothing seemed to be wrong with him, no bandage or anything that could prove that he was hurt.. She touched his hand only to flinch back after his yelp reached her ears.. "Careful ma'am!" The doctor called out sternly, he gave the report he was holding to the nurse by his side after giving her a few instructions, she turned around and left.. Olivia's
Olivia was the first to break away from the staring competition between her and Damien, she was knew instantly what Bianca just did.. She faced Kelvin ready to speak but Damien spoke first.. "Yes..so get well soon so you won't miss that big day" She stood up to her feet with a forced smile on her face.. "I'll like to speak to you please..in private" *** Once they were out of the ward, Olivia narrowed her eyes at him, her hands went underneath her bossom.. "I haven't said yes to the engagement and now we are getting married? is that how desperate you are to get me?" Damien took a glance around the empty hallway, his arm suddenly snaked around her slender waist, he pulled her closer to himself in one breath.. "What are you- "Shhh..don't try to act all innocent Olivia..I know deep down you also want to see Kelvin happy and fulfill his wishes which includes accepting me into your life" She blinked back twice pulling her gaze off his face, she could feel the hardness of his
Rihanna's face fell to the side after a slap was sent to her face by Anita who just came in, the room fell into a pin drop silence.. She raised her head gently to the person who just raised a hand to her face.. "Mum! - Anita snapped her head to Alexa's direction "Don't you dare utter another word!" She faced Rihanna once more with a glare, just as she had expected, The latter was just like her vicious mother! They could do anything just to get what they want, and to think that Rihanna did such a thing with the help of her daughter disgusts her so much.. "You tried so hard to trap Damien in your clutches..but look at what it had cost you.. you lost and Damien isn't the one to be blamed..you were the one who pushed him to Olivia right? so get that fact straight and get out of our home!" Rihanna's teeth clenched in anger, she turned back to the princess bed and grabbed her purse and phone before facing them again.. "I'll leave! but just so you know...this isn't over! yo
Olivia rested her back behind the closed door while her heart thumped wildly in her chest, she placed a palm over her chest to feel the beats.. "Uh..what's wrong with you? did something happen between you both?" Her eyes averted sharply to her mum, she wasn't so surprised, of course Bianca must have relayed what she saw outside if worse she didn't exaggerate.. "Umm..nothing..I'm going to bed" *** On the bed, She rolled from end to end in frustration, she sat up with a loud sigh, her hands went into her blonde hair tugging at it. It's been two freaking hours since that happened and she wasn't feeling sleepy, whenever she closed her eyes, all she saw was Damien shamelessly stealing a kiss from her.. "jerk!.. he's such a pervert! I'm very sure he's still wide awake thinking about it.." she murmured beneath her breath.. Meanwhile at Damien's room.. He lay nonchalantly on his bed in a deep slumber, his chest rose and fell with each breath he took, he looked unbothered a
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