Arranged Marriage
"D-dom will be there? I mean, Travis?" I asked. My heart hammered erratically at the mention of his name.
"Yes! The party is hosted by the Florences and they're very close. I heard he's been active lately." Brent giggled. "I mean, active in business parties like this, you know, since he was gone for months. I can tell that he didn't like what happened after the divorce." He finished my hair, now he's onto my makeup.
"What happened after the divorce?" I curiously asked.
Hand"He's setting you up with that guy? How could she?!" Aspyn exclaimed. She heard the news and immediately went home the next day. She usually stays in her condo during weekdays, but today's different.I didn't see Auntie this morning. I still can't believe she arranged me to a marriage like that. I'm not mad, but disappointed. I appreciate her for taking me in, but what she did is out of line. Brent even called last night, complaining that I didn't tell him anything. I explained to him that I didn't even know I was being arranged to Mat. Apparently, the Beaumonts made an unofficial announcement.
Tables TurnedNYC MetromagNew Wife New Life?Last July 23, 2020, Alpha Corporation CEO Travis Dominique Salvatore was seen with Sapphire Avery Vazquez, potential heiress of Vazquez Group of Companies at The Beekman Tower. The two were sharing a casual conversation when Mr. Salvatore mentions the sentence "Become my wife".Shocking! What does this mean? Is the multibillionaire looking for a new wife?However, a controversial announcement was made the day before. During the founding anniversary of Betaland Inc., the Beaumont Family of B-V Indust
Mr. and Mrs. SalvatoreMy mouth lost its ability to function. My brain went haywire and my heart almost pumped into non-existence.Did I just hear my aunt correctly?"W-what?" I asked her. It's like she spoke a different language to me and my ears can't decipher it."You have to marry Travis. It's against my will, but you have to do it. It's the only way. He offered to merge with our company and we'll benefit even more." She looked at me pleadingly. "I also learned that Travis
Ring"Good evening!"A beautiful woman opened the door for us. Her long sheath dress screamed class and elegance. She had long curly hair and her face was soft like an angel. She looks young, but her eyes were fierce like a hawk. Her glowy skin shined against the chandelier of the accepting room. I instantly grew nervous when I realized who she was.One of the paintings in Dom's cabin had her in it. It was the family painting. I can still remember it clearly. I reckon that the other man on the painting was Dom's father.&nb
21st Century WomenWhen the weekend came, Auntie became more relaxed and her schedule wasn't too tight. "Do you have any requests for the food?" Auntie asked. I shook my head. She and Dom's mother are planning everything. The engagement party will be next week and I'm extremely nervous.I can't believe it's really happening. Piece by piece, their plans are starting to move and the preparations yet to be more concrete. Everything's coming in place. And I'm not sure if I am inthatplace yet."Hermes is too excited. You should make the most out of it, Sapphire."
Pinky Promise"Are you sure about this, Sapphire?" Aspyn asked. She wore a long red satin dress while I had a champagne one. The day of the engagement party finally came and I've never been more anxious. Based on how prominent Dom's family is, I don't think they invitedjusttheir friends and relatives."Don't worry, I'll be alright." I assured her,and myself too.Obvious on how hot headed Aspyn is whenever Auntie's around, she's still disappointed with her mother's choice to marry me to Dom.
Office HoursI woke up alone in our bed, eyes puffy as cotton. I felt humiliated last night. Maybe Dom was right. I just met Caitlyn and she might have been lying. I didn't see a baby bump or any other proof...she just said it!The feeling of loneliness struck me.I wonder where he slept.He probably didn't want to sleep beside me. It just proves that he wants nothing more than money!
Fake NewsWarning: Mature ContentThylane was standing behind Dom who's sitting in a black swivel chair. My heart basked in nervousness. She smirked at me while Dom's face was blank. He was busy doing something on his laptop, yet Thylane stood behind him, hands roaming on the chair's backrest. Dom's eyes drifted to me. Didn't he read my text?"D-dom?" I called."Sapphire...what are you doing here?" He slowly closed his laptop and looked at me intently.
[Dom's POV | Mature Content]The sweeping sound of water rushing through was our music. Golden sunlight glimmered on us as I sat against a tree, softly caressing Sapph’s auburn curls. She laid against my chest, watching the river run through the rocks. Deep in the woods, you can find a river path. The water pressure is not too high, safe enough to take a dip and swim.We had a picnic mat where we’re sitting. Some baskets stood on the greens for our food. This served as our small weekend getaway after a successful investment in a publishing company. Alpha Corp. is expanding even more, but all I can think about is how I’m happily married to this angel.“I think I wanna take a dip now, Dom.”Sapphire tugged on my arm, brushing on it. I looked at her tenderly, not taking my eyes off her beautiful face.“Alright.” I smirked and stole a kiss on her pink lips. She blushed hit my chest softly.My s
Epilogue- Dom's Point of View -Travis Salvatore wins Championship Cup at Formula-E RomeIt was the headline of an Italian news magazine. I didn't read whatever was there but I focused on the precious photograph of my Sapphire and I after the race. She looked so small in my arms. It's a beautiful moment caught on camera. Something I'd frame on our wall.I glanced back in our bed where she's sleeping. My beautiful angel was fast asleep on our bed, tired. After all, we had along night.The way she moaned my name echoed through my mind as the golden sun rose here in St. Regis. Finally, I'm back in Italy after years..."Dom?" I heard an angel call. Sapphire rose up from the sheets, looking around."Yes, baby?"Her ocean eyes glanced at me. She looked like a lost kitten, looking for h
Race CompetitionThe chopper landed in a helipad in the East River. The water made ripples as the wind from the helicopter blew. I saw a lot of men in black surround the port. We passed them as Dom led me to his black SUV."How did you find me?" I asked in a low voice, when we were finally alone in the car."Mat was there, looking for Lucy Florence. He found you lurking around the fields of Georgebury instead." He drove past the wild streets full of lights and people. I didn't think I would miss New York for a bit, but there's something about its liveliness that I'd always look for.
Run awaySeveral gunshots flared up. The door flew open and two men appeared. I thought they were part of Caitlyn's men but one of them shot the man trying to get to me. They are here to...save me? My body shook uncontrollably because of all the suddenness, but comfort warmed me when the two men helped me out of the dark room."Let's get you out of here, ma'am."They held my arm and aided me in walking because my ankle is still injured. Every step was pain, but I just imagined it as one step closer to freedom. One step closer to Dom. I just wanna see him, like I'd be safe once I'm in hi
RansomWarning: Mentions of sexual abuse, kidnapping, vulgar words, and rape.I was awoken by a smoke of drowsiness floating through my nose, eyes, and ears. Dizziness circled around my senses as my stomach grumbled in a mix of hunger and pain. I don't like this feeling at all. I feel like puking my insides out. My body felt sore for what seems like hours of sitting and my hands were tied on my back with thick layers of rope. My legs too were tied and I had no shoes on.What happened? Where am I?Dark
Flash from the Past"I want to give you the normal life, Sapphire. But I need to protect you." Dom said when I asked about the increase in bodyguards. We were going to their family's ancestral mansion in New York. We had extra security especially after what happened in Dubai. The thought still gives me shivers."This is now my normal life, Dom."He sighed as the driver drove to a farther part of the city. "You know, you're the only one who calls me that now. I like it."What he
Suspect"I forgot to tell you...happy birthday. I didn't know, I'm sorry." I told Dom.It was his birthday that night. It breaks my heart that...I didn't even know when his birthday was. I'm his wife. I should have known. I'm such a horrible wife. After everything that happened, I felt really awful about it.Dom hummed and stroked my hair. "Thank you." He gently said. He continued to comb through my curls with his wet fingers.We were laid inside a bathtub, in front of us is a
BirthdayTRIGGER WARNING: sexual harassment and mentions of rape."Are your things already packed?" Dom asked as I was putting on the Sapphire stone ring on my left hand. I stared as it glimmered against the bright soulful sun of Manhattan."Yes, I'm all prepared..." I mumbled. I felt Dom plant a soft kiss on top of my head before doing his final rituals. We're going to the airport today to travel to Dubai, United Arab Emirates. I haven't been there yet. Heck, I haven't even rode an airplane yet or went to an airport. It's a bit frightening for me, but only a bit...because I know Dom will be there.
Victoria's SecretWarning: Mature Content"I'll go with you today." My brows furrowed at Dom who's watching me put on sandals. I'm supposed to go shopping for clothes alone."Why? You have work today," I softly said."Can't I go shopping with my wife?" My heart clenched."But—"Dom sudd