Solana's POVI giggled after putting lipstick on in front of the vanity mirror. I pressed my lips together and squeezed them. I smiled, showing my teeth and grabbed my sling bag. I turned around, looking at myself in front of the mirror for the last time before leaving the bedroom.I jumped in shock when I saw Jordan leaning against the door of his room. His arms were crossed and he chuckled after I jumped.Frowning, I faced him. "What are you doing there?"He smiled and stood straight. "Waiting for you. I'm gonna walk you to the bus stop again."I smiled and giggled. "Thanks!"He chuckled again. "Excited?""Yes!" I answered, nodding. I heaved a sigh while still smiling. "Though I'm really nervous."He grinned and shook his head. He took a single step forward and tucked my hair behind my ear. "That's normal, but you're amazing, so don't think too much."I felt my cheeks heated. He's so supportive. Yesterday, after the HR called me, Jordan celebrated with me and he was so happy about t
Solana's POVMr. Merlin looked at me again with a serious face. I chewed my bottom lip as I recalled how I bumped into him. Is he angry? Gosh! First day sucks!"You're in design team, right?" Mr. Merlin asked and I nodded. He wet his lips and swiftly glanced at Pierce again before fixing his gaze to me. "Are you okay with your team?""Yes, sir," I answered, confused. Why does he sound so concerned?Pierce cleared his throat, so I looked at him. He smiled at Mr. Merlin. "Don't worry, sir. I will assist and help Miss Stone if ever she has a problem. It would be a pleasure to help an excellent designer like her."I chewed my bottom lip and glanced at Pierce because of what he said. He chuckled when he saw my reaction. He's overreacting! I'm just starting and he already has a nickname for me."What? You're a great designer, Sol. I'm telling the truth," Pierce said, defending his claim.I was unable to answer him because Mr. Merlin cleared his throat, drawing our attention. I pressed my li
Jordan's POVI can't believe this! She really thinks that that guy was the one who helped her? I clenched my jaws in so much irritation. Was she so fond of that man that she thinks this way? Should I fire that asshole?"Given his family background and his position in the Muller Group, he can do that," Solana added.I rolled my eyes and followed her. She keeps on walking while talking about that man, so I cut her off… "How sure are you? Is he some kind of a royal blood? Does he know the President of the Muller Group?"She blinked continuously and looked at me. Now, I got her attention.She shook her head as her lips protruded. "It's not like that, but his father is a politician. That makes his family powerful."I laughed, mockingly. "Do you think his politician father is enough to manipulate and influence a renowned company's decision? That's totally absurd, Solana."She stared at me for a second or two until she suddenly laughed sarcastically. My forehead creased as I watched her flus
Solana's POVI clenched my jaws when Agatha got out of the BMW car and stood in front of me with a mocking expression on her face. She crossed her arms and looked at me from head to toe. Her eyebrow raised as she chuckled and shook her head in disbelief.What the hell is she doing here? She's here to insult me again? Obviously yes, but why the hell is she wasting her time insulting me? Does it really feed her evil fantasies of hurting me? She's unbelievable.I sucked my breath. "What are you doing here, Agatha?"She chuckled. "I'm here to see your face. I really missed you, Solana." Sarcasm is very evident in her voice.I lifted my chin, hiding my emotions. Whenever they're around, I feel like I'm turning into a robot. I clenched my jaws. "I said, what are you doing here?"She grinned sarcastically. "Come on! Chill! I'm here to offer you a ride… only if you washed my new car. You see, my car is very expensive and I saw a dust a while ago, I want you to clean it first before I sent you
Solana's POVI'm still staring at Jordan, who's silently sitting beside me. I'm still confused as f-ck, and my curiosity will really kill me if I did not ask him tonight. Wetting my lips, I cleared my throat, drawing his attention.He looked at me. From the angry expression, his face softened until I could say that he's fully calmed down. We brushed his fingers against the soft strands of his hair. "Did I scare you? I'm sorry, Solana."I shook my head and smiled a little. "No, it's fine. I'm actually glad that you defended me, but I'm just confused. How come the driver knows you and why are we sitting inside this expensive and limited edition car?"He scratched the back of his neck and glanced at the driver. He wet his lips. "Well… I got so offended and angry because of your sister, so I texted a friend to help me rent this car, so we can shame your sister and get back at her. Did you see her face, Solana? She's humiliated."I remember Agatha's face and I felt contentment in my heart
Jordan's POVI entered the small house wearing a usual old jacket. I dropped my body on the small couch and massaged my neck. Damn! The paperwork has piled up and yet I can't work overtime. I glanced at my wristwatch. It's already 5 o'clock and Solana must be in a taxi or subway by now.I wet my bottom lip and combed my hair using my fingers. After a few seconds, my phone started ringing. I quickly picked it up and answered Zach's call. "Yes?"[Mission accomplished, sir. Agatha Stone won't be able to get any information about you. Rest assured that her private investigator won't get anything.]I grinned arrogantly. "Good work, Zach. You can rest now."[Thank you, sir.]I ended the call after that and shot an eyebrow up. After what happened yesterday, I know that Agatha will do everything to know who I really am, but sorry, I'm wiser than her. I have already perfected the act of pretending and lying. She messed with the wrong man.I rose from the couch and went to the kitchen. I put my
Solana's POVI quickly took a step back after the realtor entered the unit. I couldn't look at Jordan but I can feel his stares on me. I wet my lips and smiled at the realtor when he approached me. I was worried that he might see me and Jordan so close to each other but it looks like he doesn't know anything… or he just chose to ignore it?He handed me his cell. "Here, ma'am. The landlord is on the other line."I nodded and accepted the cell. "Thanks."I turned my back on them and stared at the kitchen sink as I put the cell against my ear. "Hello?"[Hello, ma'am. I heard you wanna talk to me about the unit.]I nodded. "Uh! Yes."[I guess you're shocked with the price?]I scratched my neck. "Ah! Kinda. 300 bucks per month is very cheap for this beautiful unit."I looked at the realtor and my lips parted when I caught him winking at my husband. Shocked, I turned to Jordan who then looked at me and his eyes widened. I turned to the realtor again and he winked at Jordan again, this time,
Jordan's POVSolana gasped as I lifted my arm. She's now in defense state, ready to attack me if I did something beyond her will. Slowly, a smile curved in my lips. I can't resist her adorable charm. She's really something.I wet my lips and stared at her beautiful face. Slowly, I wiped the sweat on her forehead using the sleeve of my polo."Calm down, Solana. I won't do something you won't like," I whispered, trying to calm her down as I can see that she's almost breathless.My eyes wandered all over her flushed face. From panic, I sense she's slowly calming down.I continued wiping the sweat off her forehead. "I'm sorry I forgot to turn the aircon on."She gasped and pushed me away, panicking again. I heard footsteps coming so I turned to the door and saw the pretend realtor entering. I clenched my jaws. I remember how he flirt with me because Solana caught him winking at me. Damn him! He's so freaking creepy! If I didn't know him, I'd probably threw him from this floor because of h
Jordan's POV"Mr. President is here!"I looked at the woman who spoke and giggled. Her face was so red and she looked like she's about to pass out. I just shook my head and continued walking while carrying a box of pancakes. Solana texted me saying she wants pancakes, so here I am, being a good husband.I smiled but my smile faded when I noticed the people around watching me.This is crazy! I don't know when the truth about me spread all over the company but it's making me so annoyed. My employees are almost worshiping me.I stopped in front of the Design Team's office. I saw my wife working on her table. I told her not to work anymore but she's so stubborn"Hi, Mr. Evans!" Helena, Solana's friend in the team greeted me.I just nodded at her and entered the department. Alexandra grinned at me but I just ignored her. I went straight to my wife's place and kissed her cheek.She smiled at me. "Hey! Where's my pancake?"I put the paper bag on the table. "Here's your delivery, miss beautif
Jordan's POVI gently put Solana on the bed while kissing her lips passionately. I can stop looking at her beautiful face. I can't keep my distance from her. I can't live a day without her anymore. When she ran away from me that night in the hotel, I was broken. My world crashed. It was so painful seeing her running away from me. It was so painful to see her cry. It almost wrecked me. It was a nightmare and I don't wanna experience that kind of feeling again."You are so handsome," she whispered and caressed my cheek after our lips parted.I smiled at her and swiftly pressed my lips against hers again. "You're beautiful. We're even."She chuckled and wrapped her arms around my neck. I lay on the bed beside her. She's still wearing her wedding dress. Her flush face was so close to me and I can't resist her charms, I'm kissing her again."You're mine, Jordan. You're really mine. I'm so happy."I smiled and nodded. I am so happy too, my wife. You're like an impossible dream came true. Yo
Solana's POVThe night before our wedding, we reached the private island that Jordan rented for us. We rode a private chopper. We came here late, our friends came here first this afternoon using a yacht and now, I came here with my handsome husband. It's already 6PM. The night breeze was cold yet relaxing. I can feel the wind hugging my body as I was only wearing a sleeveless white long dress."OMG! They're so beautiful to watch!" It was Hershey who's watching us with our friends.Jordan is carrying me towards them. I was hugging my husband's nape while staring at his handsome face. My heart has been beating so loud and fast. I can't take my eyes off of him.Jordan kissed my temple before he put me down. I smiled at Hershey, Shun, Helena, Warren, Zach, Scott and Miss Wong. I didn't know Miss Wong was friends with Scott. It's really shocking as Miss Wong was cold towards everyone."How's everything?" Jordan asked Zach, who immediately took a step forward. He's so formal."Everything's
Solana's POV"So, partly, I pretended to be poor so my fiancèe would refuse to marry me," Jordan continued telling me his story.We're on the bed. He's leaning his back on the headboard, while I'm leaning my back on his chest. I was sitting between his parted legs, his arms wrapped around my waist while his hands were resting against my belly."My father's biological family can't accept me and my father can't do anything. In Fact, he's just like Robert Stone. He's like a puppet," he added.I heaved a sigh and started playing with the hair on his arms."Why won't you tell the world that you're the President of the Muller Group? Why are you hiding the fact that you're the son of a respectable businesswoman?" I asked in curiosity."My mom was hated by many for being a mistress, Solana," he answered and paused. "She doesn't want the people to treat me badly. She doesn't want them to look down on me just because she's a mistress. But my father's biological family found out. The only thing
Solana's POV"What took you so long? I'm so excited to dance!" Helena said after I arrived at our meeting place. I smiled at Shun and Hershey."Warren's in the bar already," Shun said, making me crease my forehead."Warren?"Hershey wrapped her arm around my arm. "Warren was the one who suggested a place. He said he's going there with his cousin. OMG, Sol! He said he's gonna introduce us to his guy friends."I just nodded. We rode two taxis to reach our destination. I stared at the newly opened bar while Helena was the one who's paying the taxi fares. I chewed my bottom lip and looked at the man who just entered the bar. He has the same hairstyle as Jordan so I got nervous for a second. Crazy!"Come on! Let's party!" Hershey screamed excitedly.I smiled as she dragged me inside the bar. Shun and Helena followed us.The loud music, disco lights and cigarette's smoke welcomed me. I'm not a party girl, but this place somehow made me smile. I never had the chance to enjoy my teenage life
Jordan's POVI begged Martha Dawson. She's watching me with pity in her eyes but I don't care. I've been searching for my wife for two days and I'm dying of pain and regrets for two consecutive days. I thought I could find her using my power and money, but I was wrong. Money will never work on something priceless.It's so painful. I couldn't sleep. I couldn't stop thinking about her. I can see her in every corner of our house and it's breaking me. It sounds so gay but I'd always end up shedding tears while staring at her spot in our bed.Martha Dawson heaved a sigh. She stared into my eyes. "Jordan, right?"I nodded and sniffed. Damn! I want to cry again. This is insane!She gently caressed my hair. "Jordan, Solana told me everything. She's hurt."I looked down. "I'm sorry.""Solana is a kind woman, Jordan. She must've lied to you but she did that to save me. I was the reason behind everything, so I'm sorry."I shook my head and smiled at her. Damn! She's just as kind as my wife. "You
Solana's POVI chewed my bottom lip. I want to deny the suspicions in my head. I don't wanna entertain Pierce's words. Hell, I don't even wanna think about it but I'm too scared and confused. I wanna believe Jordan but I haven't heard his side. I don't even know much about him and it scares me more."Sol?"I lifted my face and met Hershey's curious eyes. She immediately went to me. "Are you okay? Why are you still here?"It's already 7 PM and I stayed here in the company to write my resignation letter. I know it's impulsive but if I confirmed the suspicions in my mind and Pierce's words, I will leave. I will need time for myself.Hershey caressed my back. "Are you okay? Your eyes are swollen."I smiled at her and hugged her. "I need to go somewhere, Hershey."She nodded. "Do you want me to accompany you?"I shook my head. Hershey seemed worried but I don't wanna disturb her. I hailed a can to reach the luxurious hotel where Jordan wants to meet me. I kept on swallowing hard. I kept on
Solana's POVI was standing in front of Robert Stone who's kneeling before me. We're here in the police station to file a case against Lolita Stone and the two guys he paid to harm me. I was expecting Robert Stone to wake up from his senses but I just failed my own hopes. He will never change at all."Please, Sol. Please, please! Forgive your mom. She's still your mom."I looked away as tears pooled at the corner of my eyes. I saw Jordan watching me from afar. He's talking to the Captain but his eyes are on me."Sol…" Robert Stone squeezed my hands, still begging.I looked at him. I was used to hiding my emotions from them, but today, I couldn't hide it. I stared at him with nothing but pain and disappointment."D-Dad…" After so many years, I addressed him like that again and I felt him freeze as his lips parted.Oh, God! Why is it painful to call him that?I laughed without humor and shook my head. "I missed that."He caressed my hands again and kissed them. "I'm sorry… I'm sorry, So
Solana's POVI was watching Jordan as he prepared the bed. He's been taking care of me ever since I woke up last night in the hospital. He's not saying anything but I know something is going on inside his head. I know him very well. I know he's angry about what happened. Who wouldn't? Even I felt so angry and disgusted. I can still feel those dirty bastard's hands on my body. It's so traumatizing but I'm keeping my courage since I know that Jordan is affected. He must be so worried. Silly me! Of course, he's worried. He loves me. I know. He told me."Come here, Solana. You have to sleep early. Don't think of anything." Jordan's voice was sweet and soothing.I stared at him while I sat on the bed. He pulled the blanket and put it over my body. He sat beside me and looked at me. "Lay on the bed."I shook my head. "I'm not sleepy yet."He nodded and held my hand instead. He caressed them and kissed the back of it. "I'm sorry…""For what?""For coming late."Late. He wasn't late. He came