IRIS'S POV:THAT SAME DAY:“What are you doing here?” The words finally came out of my mouth and I was getting creeped out by the huge smile on his face.He strolled towards me from the deep end of my office but I stretched out my hand, stopping him. “Stand right there and answer the question. What in the world are you doing here?” I questioned with a stern voice.Various reasons were running through my mind. Is this like a story where the girl is finally getting her happiness and now the man who broke her heart comes to ruin it? And speaking of happiness, my phone kept vibrating in my hand, as Jonathan was calling me nonstop.“Come on, Iris, you know why I am here.” He said looking too happy for some reason I was still trying to figure out.“Did I mention how stunning you look? I know behind this hard exterior you're trying so hard to maintain, I'm certain you've been following the news that I didn't get married, and as you desire I am here for you. Only for you and OUR KIDS, who I
3RD POV:THAT SAME DAY:“This is the paternity test and I am certain this gives you all the evidence you need.” Jonathan handed the DNA test to Gabriel who instantly snatched it and read through it, with his hands shaking and looking from Jonsyhan to the paternity test which showed that the twins were hundred percent belonging to Jonathan. Looking at his facial features, his bright green eyes, his hair, which made Gabriel clenched his jaw.“Iris, are you really married to this man? After everything we have been through together, how could you do this to me? Hold on…hold on…If the kids aren't mine does that mean…..Iris were you cheating on me when we were still together?” He walked towards Iris and grabbed her arm roughly and aggressively, with rage and craziness written in his eyes.Before Jonathan could even grab him, in a split second Iris kicked him in his private area, and before he could register the pain, she slapped him so hard and loud, it bounced through the corners of the roo
3RD POV:LATER THAT EVENING:“That's my baby girl.”Iris cheered, while Jonathan stood next to her laughing and applauding loudly as Jamie finished her narration and to their surprise, Jason had also participated in the drama and Jamie was given special recognition for working with the art teacher in the writing of the play, at the end of the play. Iris and Jonathan had stopped for flowers before heading here, so they were excited to give the twins their flowers.As other parents approached the couple to interact with them and talk about some issues in the school, they were astonished when they heard Iris's name being called.“Does that sound like who I think it is?” Iris asked, looking around and finally meeting Mariana's face. She squealed, leaving James with the group of parents and ran to embrace her best friend. Mariana was wearing a black bodysuit, which hugged her curves nicely and it had such a rich cotton material and Iris was astonished seeing that in addition to how amazing
JONATHAN'S POV:A WEEK LATER:It had been a very busy week for me, I was working on the most anticipated television show and competition that the whole world was expecting. This time we were organizing the competition from at least one child from each continent and that alone had drawn a whole lot of criticism from people all over the world but thousands of parents, schools, communities, states and countries had already begun to apply waiting for guidelines.And just a night ago, Iris had waited up for me when I returned by ten p.m after the twins had already gone to bed.“You're home late…again.” She pointed out, assisting me as I took off my coat and I let out a breath, then placed a warm kiss on her lips.“It's more exhausting working on this new event and cooking at the restaurant as well. I am needed for everything. How are you doing, my love? How was work?” I asked, as we both walked into the kitchen together and she let out a breath.“Now I feel bad.” She pointed out, taking a
JONATHAN'S POV:“Come on, Jonathan. Don't give me that look, you know I can't do this on my own. So can you please be there for me, this one time?” By her tone, I knew she was getting frustrated and hurt but I glanced at my watch letting myself feel guilty, and concluded that I would have been back for my evening with my wife and kids.But what if I wasn't? I thought while Scarlet looked at me impatiently. “So are you abandoning me or coming with me?” Scarlet asked again, impatiently and I pursed my lips preparing myself to refuse. “I will ensure my driver accompanies you.” I told her with finality and she shook her head at me, tossing the gift bag she got for the kids at me.“I hate you.” She sniffled and slammed the door loudly and I let out a breath. *********AN HOUR LATER:I was oblivious to the fact that Ezekial's mansion was over forty-five minutes drive and to make matters worse, there was a little traffic. I was slowly regretting coming with Scarlet, who was a little too h
IRIS'S POV:HOURS LATER:“How did it go?” I asked Mariana, as she stepped into the mansion, looking beautiful and tired at the same time, blonde was definitely her color.I had commenced the action of suing Gabriel for attempted rape, it could only be taken as a civil case since the statute of limitation had elapsed but as long as it appeared on his record, I was satisfied. I didn't care if the world found out about Jonathan and I or anything else, for now my name was not to be disclosed to Gabriel, but he knew.He had sent me an e-mail, some days ago begging as well as being mean. “Very well. You have nothing to worry about, Mariana is handling it.” She smiled softly, taking off her red bottom heels and getting comfortable on the couch. I took a seat as well, and glanced at my phone and when I didn't see a call from Jonathan, I sucked my teeth in irritation but I was getting anxious.“Weren't you supposed to be on a family date? Why am I here? As a matter of fact, where are my god-c
IRIS'S POV:45 MINUTES LATER:Robert and Mariana had already left the mansion, though I could tell Mariana seemed to have something bothering her but she dismissed it saying we could talk another time while Robert shared that he was going to surprise Sophie soon. He was way too excited, and I was happy things were going well for both of them and for Carl and Bonnie.I retired into my room after walking them out and shut the door with the key, pretending like I wasn’t waiting for Jonathan to come into my room and explain to me. When I passed by the twins' room, I saw him arranging their things. I took off my robe and laid on my bed reviewing the documents, trying to get my mind busy. After about five minutes, I heard a knock on the door which instantly made my heart leap. “Iris.” He called out and I waited for at least five seconds before slightly opening the door.“What do you want, Jonathan?” I inquired, folding my arms, and he heaved out a breath.“I’m sorry for failing to call an
3RD POV:TWO DAYS LATER:“NO! NO! That's your problem. I have a family and I am happy, you and that chick aren't going to ruin this for me. Do you understand me, Gabriel? Handle this without getting none of us involved.” Ben raged, tossing the document to the counter, after he had read that Gabriel was getting sued for sexual harassment.“Oh, now you see it was a bad decision. Weren't you just rooting for him, Bennie boy?” Marcus, who was getting sick of all of them, questioned and Ben simply kissed his teeth sharply, drinking out of his vodka.Gabriel had called them up inviting them to their favorite bar which they hadn't been to in over a year, in fact they had been too busy to throw him a bachelor party. When they all got the invite, since it was a weekend, they zoomed there to find out how things had gone with Iris but they had been hit with this.“I tried to tell you, stay with your dumb, easy going woman but you refused. Now, not only are you trending for being the jerk who lef
3RD POV:TWO WEEKS LATER:“You poisoned the kids? Did they die?” Loud questioning came from the abandoned duplex out of town, with little to no internet and power majorly supplied by the solar panel gotten from Iris's company.She packed up her hair in a messy bun and yawned, “I did and those little bastards didn't. You know I have always hated those two kids since I laid my eyes on them and it was going to be easier this way. Getting rid of them as well as having Iris crying her eyes out. It's so annoying seeing her grinning from all directions of the camera, I just wish I was able to stay longer and see the tears rolling down her fat cheeks.”She tossed the little transparent bag of poison on the table stand in her room while he sat on the bed laughing at her words while keeping his eyes on her as she stripped out of her clothes. “Well, as long as there are no cameras that capture your face, it's great to keep them on their toes and have fun with them. However, you need to keep me
IRIS'S POV:Now I felt totally horrible and I ran through my face, everywhere was as silent as a graveyard which was definitely a wrong comparison given the situation at ground. To make matters worse, some medical personnels came out rolling a covered body out but stopped when they saw us. I could hear a sniffle coming from someone which I would guess to be Sophie, she hated situations like this.“I'm so sorry.” I coughed out and he smiled tightly.“I totally understand and I'm sorry for all the trauma and pain I caused you in the past, and what Gabriel is doing to you and your family. You still hit as hard as before I see. “ He joked trying to lighten up the mood as he adjusted his suit, and there was a cut on his lip.“Thank you for the suit and for this hit. I needed it more than you would ever imagine.” He looked surprisingly sincere, looking so hurt and he walked off. I could feel everyone's eyes glued on me and waiting for my next move.I closed my eyes for a second before hurry
IRIS'S POV:THAT EVENING:“I came as soon as I heard and Bonnie stayed back with the baby. What are they saying?” Carl joined us in the hallway, greeting everyone who was just as anxious. I remained silent and to myself wiping away my tears, ignoring everyone's word of comfort and encouragement, just thinking long and hard of what had possibly gone wrong. As the twins were rushed in about thirty minutes ago, we all overheard the doctors and paramedic suggest that they were most likely poisoned and Jason's condition was more critical than Jamie.From where? By who? When? “I should have been more cautious and careful. If anything happens to them, I will never be able to forgive myself.” I thought outloud and placed my head in my hand, trying my best not to break down into tears and I could feel Jonathan's muscular arm instantly pulling me.“It's not your fault, Iris. They are going to be fine.” Mariana and Sophie said in unison, just like the twins and I imagined never getting to hear
JONATHAN'S POV:THAT SAME DAY:“Thank you, thank you so much, Sweetheart. This would have never happened without you.” I kissed my wife repeatedly on her forehead, cheeks, lips and neck and she giggled melodiously, looking so gorgeous. Whew…My wife is breathtaking. Even with little to no make up.“It's all you, love. You are so talented, passionate and amazing, it's only right you get your flowers and deal with whoever attempts to tarnish your image.” She spoke sweetly and I held onto her waist firmly, unable to wipe the smile on my face.The switch in people's words and reactions to me was quite amusing. My assistant had read what was being said now and I was just glad, the restaurant would continue receiving customers as this also affected the sales of the restaurant. “I love you so much, with everything in me!” I told her with absolute sincerity, and she cupped my cheek, pressing her lips on mine and kissing me softly.“I love you too, and the kids and I are so proud of you.” She
IRIS'S POV:“In the absence of any confessions or words from either of these great chefs. Let's begin….” The announcer stated, and began cutting down along with every other person in the audience as well as the kids who were just so energetic from all that sugar intake.“3….2….1…” And they began, grabbing their utensils and everything needed.The hall was not so large, it had a capacity of two thousand people because as soon as the tickets were out they were instantly sold out. Many referred to the competition as the ‘greatest battle of the sexiest chefs.’ And what was better than watching it in person…The hall was dimly lit, and the spotlights were on the contestants who had their eyes facing to the audience and the judges who also watched how they had prepared it. I wasn't even as tense as I should be, because one of the judges was present at the revealing of this new meal and he had been one who gave Jonathan thumbs up.But I feared whoever was behind bribing Chef Ryan could also
IRIS'S POV:A WEEK LATER:“Good morning everyone. I am Iris Knight, wife of Jonathan Knight and I will answer a few questions after sharing some words.” I spoke in a very assertive tone, speaking into the different microphones before me. “Chef's Ris was made inspired by me because I am my husband's taste, which is probably why a single bite of the meal will always make you moan or groan at its blended delicious taste. Chefs who have been in love could probably understand what I'm talking about. Chef Ryan who knows if he has or would ever experience the love Jonathan and I share, what if he truly has, won't it be great if he gathered with us by tomorrow night with it being publicly streamed, in order for the whole world to see the same passion and ease in his eyes as he cooks. We've all witnessed Jonathan Knight prepare this meal confidently for years, how come we haven't heard or seen Ryan Jared do the same? If he doesn't, it displays how much of a liar and fraud he is right?” I chuc
JONATHAN'S POV:A WEEK LATER:Bonnie had given birth to a baby boy, and though premature, all four of us had concluded that he was going to be so bad yet great like Carl was. If I hadn't admired Carl before then I totally did now, he had been making sure Bonnie was doing well after the surgery as well as questioning the doctors about the most minimal things everytime he goes online to read something about premature birth. He had also been flooding her with gifts and he shared with Tristan and I that it was finally time to get her the luxurious car she had requested for because she duly deserved it as his greatest fear which was losing her didn't come to pass. Iris also had been so attentive to Bonnie's needs, talking to her about her feelings and worries as a new mother and I had seen them both crying one time. It still broke my heart till this day that I was unable to be there for Iris and be by her side through postpartum.I just hope there will be a next time and I will be there.
JONATHAN'S POV:TWO DAYS LATER:“Jonathan Knight, are the rumors true?”“Chef Ryan has made a whole lot of allegations against you, what do you have to say?”“Are the Knights really thieves of ideas?”“Is this how you plan to portray yourself to your kids?”The paparazzi came all at once as Tristan and I exited out of my office, we ignored them and my security hurriedly pushed them back in order for us to walk past, handing us glasses which I was so thankful for because the cameras kept flashing repeatedly in both our eyes.We successfully entered my black SUV and I heaved out a breath.“What the hell?!” Tristan exclaimed as one of the female reporters clung out at him, preventing him from shutting the door.“Give us something…anything, Mr Knight. Just a word.” She pleaded, sticking her head through the door which was almost getting closed and my security carefully pulled her away.Tristan and I looked at each other after locking the doors and laughed out loud. My driver soon started
3RD POV:THE NEXT MORNING:“Good morning, Sweetheart.” Jonathan greeted Iris, kissing her forehead and she smiled weakly, sitting up watching him bring breakfast on a tray.Iris had already woken up a few minutes ago, and almost shed a tear out of anger at the trending headline all over every blog and the mean words being said about him, set to tarnish her husband's image. Ten minutes after Jonathan's interaction with the lady he suspected to be Scarlet, everybody in the entire hall and world got a notification which stated such defamatory remarks against Jonathan.Jonathan Knight, a role model to many and a successful chef, has been called out by Chef Ryan Jared as a thief who stole his popular delicious recipe for Chef's Ris. This proves Jonathan Knight is not a man of integrity and a thief! He literally forced his wife to marry him, he can coerce anyone to do anything and steal as well. Don't you think?It was uploaded on a blog and it got over fifteen million views in an hour. J