Solana's POVI smiled at Pierce, trying so hard not to look arrogant. "He's my husband."Shock was very evident on his face after I said that. He was unable to speak for a couple of seconds. He's shocked. Of course. He never heard anything about me getting married, so he'd be very shocked.I'm not a fool not to notice his stares. I know he still has feelings for me but I'm doing everything to ignore it.I felt Jordan's arm behind me, resting on the back rest. I looked at him and smiled after our eyes met. His smile was different. I know he's angry. Is he… probably jealous?I swallowed hard. He was staring back at me as if he's trying to convey his message through our stares. I felt my heart beating so fast. Jordan is just so hard to understand, but I feel like I know what he's trying to say.Pierce stole my attention after he cleared his throat. He has recovered from shock. He wet his lips and stared at me. "When did you get married?"I know he'd ask that. "Just this year," I answered
Solana's POVAgatha smirked as soon as she stopped in front of our table. She's beside Pierce whose face was showing confusion. Probably because Agatha is looking at me with a mocking and sarcastic expression on her face.I felt anger washed over me as soon as I saw her face. I really don't like seeing her face. Her presence alone can ruin my mood."Hey there, sis. I see you're having fun after you get money from mom," she said with a hint of anger and mock.I lifted my chin and kept my face blank. I see she's trying to shame me here but she's so unlucky coz I won't let her embarrass me in any way. I bet she'll run away as soon as I hit her ego. I wanna know what her plan is and how she would embarrass me tonight.She glanced at Jordan and Pierce. She looked so eager to taint my image and ruin me in the eyes of the people around, especially to Pierce and Jordan."Gentlemen, my sister here seems to be enjoying your company. I bet you'd go straight to a hotel nearby. Are you excited, So
Solana's POVShe attempted to snatch the bag back, but I lifted my arm, moving it away from her reach. Her face turned red. She's now furios because of what I did. She roamed her eyes around, looking at the people watching us."Shut up, Solana!" She growled at me.I frowned at her. "Now, you want me to shut up? Why don't you tell yourself to back off and never dare to interfere with me again?"She tried to insult me by laughing sarcastically but I rolled my eyes at her. She has reached the peak of my limit. It's time for her to shut her loud mouth.I shot an eyebrow up. "What can you say about my suggestion, Agatha?She fell in silence. She obviously wanted to pull my hair now, but she's too humiliated to even argue. She really can't take humiliation, huh?"You'll pay for this!" She whispered angrily and I just grinned.I advanced to her once again. "How much?"She's now really furious. She snatched the money and the bag from me. She's trembling in so much anger and red as hell. After
Solana's POV"It seems like you're so mad at them. Why?" He continued asking. Curiosity is very evident in his eyes.Of course, he'd be curious. He knows that Agatha was my sister and yet we're not acting like siblings at all. I understand. I just hope he won't ask too many questions as I don't know if I could answer him properly.I pressed my lips together and looked down. "They just owe me money, Jordan. And they're refusing to pay me back."That's the safest answer and that's the truth anyway. They owe me the money they promised.I looked at him again. He nodded and tucked some strands of my hair on my ear. "Okay. I won't ask more, but I have a favor to ask."A favor? I hope it's not much. I nodded and smiled. "Sure."He heaved a sigh and stared at me, so intensely as he spoke… "Tell your colleagues that you're married, so they'd stop hitting on you."What? Hitting on me? Who's hitting on me? Pierce Adams? I don't think he'll continue pursuing me since he already knows that I'm mar
Solana's POVI hid my hand, hiding the ring from the pawnshop owner. Based on his expression, he wants the ring and I won't let him get this. I shook my head. "I'm not selling this ring, sir."He looked into my eyes and smiled. "I could pay 2 million for that ring alone."I gasped. 2 million? That's more than enough for Martha's renal transplantation. I can even buy our apartment with that money. But… No! Jordan gave me this ring, and I don't want to disappoint him.I shook my head again. "I'm sorry, sir. I'll just sell the bracelet and nothing more."He pressed his lips together and scratched his temple. "Let's make it 2.5 million."My forehead creased. What's so special about this ring that he's willing to pay that much?"I'm sorry, sir. But I'm not selling my ring. My husband gave it to me and I never thought about selling this."I looked at the staff and she gave me the money for the sold bracelet. Just when I'm about to leave, the pawnshop owner blocked my way. "Then, I can offer
Solana's POV"Did you sell it, Solana?" He asked again. He's now raising his voice because of anger. His neck and face are red. He's showing too many emotions in his eyes which I couldn't interpret. All I know is he's furious about the heirloom."F-cking answer me, Solana. Why did you sell the ring?"I stared at him. Startled and confused. I sold the ring? Why would I sell the ring and the ring is right here, in my finger. Is he blind? I showed him the ring with an annoyed expression on my face. I don't think I'm following him. He's talking about the ring that's actually on his face."I have the ring, Jordan. Can't you see?" I asked back, annoyed.He took the ring off my finger and examined it. He gasped and looked at me again. His jaws even clenched. "This? This is a counterfeit, Solana. How could you try to fool me?"My eyes widened and my lips parted. Counterfeit? "What?" That's impossible. I think he's wrong.He gritted his teeth. "The ring I gave you has my mother's initials. Thi
Jordan's POVI rolled my tongue over my lips and stared at the closed door. Solana left in anger and I sucked my breath as I realized what I did. I remembered her face. Her face showed pain and disappointment. My lips parted as I recalled how she said the last words she threw at me. She sounds so… f-ck!I messed up my hair and rushed out to follow her. I almost tripped on the stairs in combined rushed and anger. When I saw her walking along the sidewalk, I followed her silently.Where is she going? I bit my bottom lip as I watched her walk. Her steps are heavy as if it's so hard for her to carry herself. I swallowed hard, realizing how stupid I was to throw hurtful words at her when she's obviously tired. I saw it in her eyes. She's tired, but she still cooked our breakfast. I cursed under my breath.My forehead creased when I realized she entered a pawnshop. I clenched my jaws. Did she really sell the ring?I walked closer not to show up, but to hear what her intention was. I wanna k
Solana's POVI stared at Jordan while my lips were trembling. I felt his hand reaching mine. It's sending electrifying sensations in my body that I want to cry because I can feel his care but remember how he talked to me a while ago. He was almost shouting. He didn't allow me to explain.Pain crept in my heart as I took my hand back. He looked at me because of that.I looked at him before walking past him and stormed out of the pawnshop. I heard him calling my name, but I didn't look back. I'll just come back to get the ring. I just need to leave 'cause I don't think I can stand the anger and pain I felt because of Jordan.***Jordan's POVI watched Solana as she left. For the second time tonight, she turned her back on me and left. It's making my heart clenched.After I heard the conversation between her and the pawnshop owner, I realized my mistakes. I was so stupid. I judged her. I didn't let her explain. I wasn't even interested in her explanation. I just proceed with the judgment
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