"Where are you going?" Drenver asked. I went back to bed. Just stare at the ceiling. He was facing me and watching my movements.
I intend to take my bag now. Because all my things are there: cards, IDs, and the key to our apartment. It's been two days since the accident happened. Ever since he came home after he left angry with me, Drenver's behavior has changed. He will watch every move I make. He is now tampering with my cell phone, which he used to not do. He gently held my face and turned it toward him. "You're leaving, Babe? I was just asking where you're going." He was smiling, but it was fake. I could sense the underlying tension in his voice and the forced smile on his face, making me uneasy. I hesitated for a moment, unsure of how to respond, but I knew deep down that something wasn't right."I'll be leaving later. Today is my meeting with the SVL company," I explain. He put his hand on my stomach. "What is your meeting for?" His hand traveled inside my pajamas until he reached my breast. "Hmm, they get me for their next big project." I moaned when he started playing my nipple. As his face approached, he positioned himself on top me, and I could feel his breath on my neck. "Is that so? I'll drop you off later," he whispered, then started kissing my neck. My heart raced as his touch became more intense, but a voice in my head told me to stop. I pushed him away gently, trying to regain control of the situation. "Actually, I think I'll make my way there," I said, trembling slightly. "He got you first, but you are mine, and he can't fucking get you again,” he said between his kisses. I couldn't do anything but moan at what he was doing. My body is on fire. His kisses travel into my jaw and then reach my lips. It was passionate, sweet, and not aggressive. I place my hand on his nape. Accompanying every movement of his lips. I feel his hand roam every part of my body, and then it reaches my peak. "Babe!" I moaned louder when he started playing my clitoral. He let go of my lips, going back to my neck. He started unbuttoning my pajamas, letting my breasts free. He cupped my left and sucked my right breast while still playing my clitoral. I can't stop him now. My body is in his sensation; they are already on fire. "You are mine, babe, only mine,” he whispered after sucking my breast. My body arched, and a waterfall came out of the cave. I was breathing fast when I finished. I stared at the ceiling while catching my breath. I thought Drenver was done, but his kisses were going down deeper. "Babe?" I called him to get his attention. "Hmm?" he answered, still kissing my stomach. We only make out, so his kisses will continue indefinitely; however, he is not stopping now. He removed my pajama shorts. Only a small cloth was left on my body. "You can't do that." I stopped him. He didn't listen to me and continued to remove the fabric blocking my femininity.While I attempted to rouse him by grasping his arm, he persisted in kissing my feminine form. My blood flowed down to my cheeks, and his hot tongue played in my cave like a hungry snake looking for prey. My phone vibrated on the side table. I couldn't stop him and continued with his plan. I reached for my cell phone. I noticed Drenver's gaze rising, but he was still doing what he was doing. I checked the caller ID of the caller. My eyes widened as I hung up. I put the cell phone back on the side table.Why is he calling again? The one who said that he would wait for me to take the stuff whenever I wanted. When he says I'll wait for you to come, I did not speak or answer because I was still speechless then, but I left a message that I would get it in no time. I didn't realize that Denver had stopped, and it was just coming over me. His two arms rested on either side of me."Who's that?" He asked while looking straight into my eyes. "Louie." I lied while fixing my pajamas. "Babe, I'm leaving now to shower and get ready for the meeting," I said farewell to him. "Really, Louie, huh?" He smirked. “It was Louie who called. I didn't answer because we were still doing something." I tried to go through him.He was still on top of me and watching my facial expression. Then we should continue," he said, then kissed me on the lips. “He's waiting at the coffee shop, Babe," I said.He fell to my side. It sighed. "Can't he wait?" He asked while looking at me. “He said he had something important to say." I got up from the bed and went straight to the bathroom. The confused look in the mirror dawned on me. I have a little cut on my upper lip. I suddenly remember the night when he left me. I also entered the bathroom to clean my body when my eyes hit the mirror. That's why he's so angry, even though I haven't said anything. He saw a kiss mark on my collarbone; even if I lied that night, he knew the truth.I finished the shower quickly. I went out wearing a bathrobe and found Drenver still lying on the bed and holding my phone. Shit! I forgot to bring my phone in the rush to enter the bathroom earlier. I slowly walked to the closet. I feel around; maybe he saw the caller ID. I looked for clothes to wear. I chose to wear a white turtleneck and black pants."Louie has changed his number?" he asked from behind me. "Yes, because he lost his phone last night. It's because it’s broken again." I lied.How many lies can I tell today? I put on the clothes I chose. Before I sat on the vanity, I got my brush and brushed my wet hair. "Okay, I will drive you,” he insists. I put some light makeup on my face. "No, I'll just drive,” I said. I faced him as I came closer. I bowed, and I gave him a peck on the lips. "Please?" I pouted. "I'll take you." He answered seriously and went straight to the bathroom. I turned around and went to the shoe rack. I get what fits what I'm wearing now. “Okay, Babe,” I answered while fixing the sandals. I will tell him to drop me off at the coffee shop, and then when Drenver sees that Louie is with me, he will leave me before I go to Hownston Pent. I approached the bed again. I took my phone. I checked my call log and saw several missed calls from that guy. One answered the call. Drenver answered the call. I texted Louie that we should meet at the coffee shop near his condo.Fortunately, he was not doing anything right now and immediately agreed. I deleted our messages so that Drenver couldn't read them. What I'm doing is wrong, but I know it will be better for our relationship if he doesn't know what I'm going to do now. "Let's go!" Drenver called. He is looking fresh, wearing a simple black overshirt and cargo shorts.My heart is beating fast. This is the first time we met. I feel butterflies in my stomach. This is the guy I love so much. Even though he has changed, I still love him. As we walked together, I couldn't help but wonder if he could sense my unease. I knew that keeping secrets from him was not the foundation of a healthy relationship, but I couldn't bear the thought of disappointing him. "Why are you so handsome? Can't we not leave?" I was joking with him. He smiled and laughed softly. I like seeing him like this. He is not mad at me anymore. Our arrangement seems to be dating like before."Let's go!" Drenver called. He is looking fresh, wearing a simple black overshirt and cargo shorts. My heart is beating fast. This is the first time we met. I feel butterflies in my stomach. This is the guy I love so much. Even though he has changed, I still love him. As we walked together, I couldn't help but wonder if he could sense my unease. I knew that keeping secrets from him was not the foundation of a healthy relationship, but I couldn't bear the thought of disappointing him."Why are you so handsome? Can't we not leave?" I was joking with him.He smiled and laughed softly. I like seeing him like this. He is not mad at me anymore. Our arrangement seems to be dating like before."Let's go, Babe.” Louie is waiting, he said while getting the key."Should we stay? I'll message him, I said jokingly.“Oh, Babe, we can't do that. You also have a meeting with the producer, right?" I stood up and followed him. Carry the bag to go out.We got into the car. "Do you think I'll get that pr
"Miss, I guess this isn't for me?" I asked the woman. She handed the big bouquet to me."It's in our system, ma'am, with the flower.""Maybe you just made a mistake, Miss," I insist.I can't believe it. This is a bouquet of white tulips, my most hated flower right now. It can't be a coincidence. There are many flowers in the world; why this flower?"Okay, I'll just call." She dialed something on the phone. Someone answered the phone while she was talking. The flower caught my eye. There was a card inside. I was curious about what was inside, so I took it and read what was written. If it's not mine, I'm sorry for the owner.Missy.I quickly put the card back, and I pretended I didn't care. One word, one name. It sounds familiar to me."I'm sorry, ma'am; it's mislabeled." She took the flower again. I forced a smile and thanked her for the bag. I also left there and walked back to Louie's car. He didn't park the car and just waited outside.I opened the car door and sat down. Louie just l
I gently sat in front of him. Only then did I notice that he was with someone else. There is a woman next to him, mid-20s; I think she is his secretary."This is Ms. Katie Cobb, my secretary."I extended my hand again, and the woman accepted it. Our meeting has started. Ms. Only Cobb speaks. I didn't pay much attention to the man because I was focused on what was mentioned in the contract. There are a few changes, but it's okay because the main plot hasn't been changed."Right, Mr. Lee?" Mrs. Cobb asked him if I could start working tomorrow morning. I looked at the man, and I caught him just staring at me."Mr. Lee?" She called again and poked his shoulder.Just now the man was stunned; his eyes widened as he turned to the woman."Yeah, what?" he asked, confused."Ms. Marviz can start tomorrow morning, right?” I just looked at them with a smile, even though inside I wanted to go home. He looked sure of me because he saw the ID in my bag, and there were very few people in the world with
I'm running late for my first day of work because Drenver didn't sleep at home last night. He said he would drive me to work but has yet to arrive. I waited for him because it was 30 minutes before my work started. I am now riding a taxi to the company. I hope Mr. Lee forgives me for being late. As I sit in the taxi, my mind races, worrying about the impression I'll make on my first day. I hope Mr. Lee understands that this situation was out of my control and that I am committed to punctuality moving forward.I arrived at the company's building 15 minutes late. I adjusted my clothes and posture before going inside. The guard greeted me with a smile. I also responded to him with a small smile. I went straight to the front desk. "Hi, I'm Friah Marviz, and I have an appointment with Mr. Lee," I replied courteously. "Wait a second, Madam; I'll just confirm," he pressed on telecom. "Sir, Ms. Marviz is at the front desk. Shall I take her up there?" she asked. "Sure, please bring her to my
"What did you just call me?" I asked, my voice trembling slightly. His concern faded as he looked at me with surprise and regret. Someone knocked at the door. "Sir, I brought all the food you requested.""You can come in, Katie," he ordered. The door opened, and his secretary entered. He was carrying a lot of food. One person cannot consume that. "Leave it on the center table, and you may leave after," he told her secretary. He followed him. Various foods were laid out. I can't see anything, but it's from well-known restaurants here in Canada. The man still didn't stop asking after leaving Ms. Cobb in the office."Does he always hurt you?" His jaw tightened, as did his fist on the table. "Why don't you just leave him alone?" Why would I answer all his personal questions? Does my work now include my personal life? I looked at his face; its dark expression only brought discomfort to my seat. "Sir, should I go and start working? I'm sure you're busy all day," I said. "Get your bre
Drenver remembered what he told me yesterday. He picked me up from the company. I didn't expect him to remember because he left earlier and didn't remember that he would drop me off at work. He was driving quietly; no one intended to talk to the two of us. He frowned and gripped the steering wheel tightly. He only looked straight at the road. "You're fucking slow, moron!" He yelled at the car in front of us. I was taken aback by his sudden outburst. I smelled alcohol inside the car. Did he drink? Is he drunk? I started to feel uneasy and considered asking him if he was okay to drive. But I hesitated, not wanting to upset him further. "Hey? Are you alright?" I asked without looking directly at him. I'm afraid to meet his eyes because he wants to hurt someone. I could sense his anger radiating off him, and I didn't want to provoke him further. The tension in the car was palpable, and I silently prayed for a safe journey. "Do I look freakin' alright?" he sarcastically said. I soft
"Y-you are just d-drunk," I uttered when he got tired of slapping me. He is just drunk; he doesn't know what he is doing. He is just angry because I slept with a man and broke our promise. He is in pain because of what I did. I find him grabbing his hair and looking out the window painedly. I realize that his anger is coming from a place of hurt and betrayal, and my heart aches for him despite the pain he has caused me. "What did you just say?" He asked with annoyance. "I forgive you," I said. He took a heavy step towards me. "You have nothing to forgive you; I should be the one who will forgive." He pointed a finger at me. "You are nothing but a slutty, whore, and unfaithful girlfriend!" He said and burst out of the room. He left again, and I was left alone. I looked out the window. I saw my reflection. Messy hair, chapped lips, and flushed and wet cheeks. I'm devastated. It never occurred to me that I would end up in this situation. We used to be a happy couple. I should not th
What about my lips? Is it work-related to have this meeting? "Okay, I'm sorry for my attitude these past few days." "I'm sorry, what?" I asked, confused. What do my lips have to do with my job? What should be measured on my lips? Is it super important to have an urgent meeting? "I just can't focus on my work when I see you the other day with your cut in your lips and pimples on your cheeks." He clenched his teeth while saying those words. I still couldn't follow what he was saying. I couldn't get where he was coming from. I was confused and unable to believe what he was saying. How did he see? I did my best not to show my bruise from last night's fight, but it seemed like he noticed anyway. I tried to maintain my composure. "I want to punch him," he said through gritted teeth, his anger palpable. "But I know that won't solve anything." I could see the internal struggle in his eyes as he tried to keep his emotions in check. "I don't know what you're saying. Is this a prank or s
We all thought that after meeting someone who would cherish us, love us, respect us, and protect us, it'd all have a happy ending, but I learned that sometimes people come into our lives to teach us valuable lessons and help us grow, even if they are not meant to stay forever.I was sitting on the edge of my bed, absentmindedly tracing the patterns on my quilt. The room was so quiet that I could hear the distant hum of traffic outside my window. Suddenly, the silence was shattered by the sharp ring of my phone. Glancing at the screen, I saw my attorney's name. My heart skipped a beat as I answered."Friah," his voice came through the line, heavy with gravity. "I have some news. Drenver has been found guilty of murder. The jury has sentenced him to life in prison for the murder of Julia."I felt like I couldn't breathe. Even though I'd been bracing myself for this moment, the reality of it hit me like a tidal wave. "I... I don't know what to say," I whispered, my voice barely audible.
"I take Maxine Marviz to be my daughter." His eyes were filled with tears as he looked at her. He slowly turned to me.Our world was finally at peace. I was standing here in front of him, trying not to ruin my makeup behind this facade of calmness. His words were a balm to my soul, bringing closure to years of uncertainty and fear."As I finally marry her mother, who captured my heart through the years—the woman who makes me go crazy, loves me, and changes me to be a better person—together, we will create a new chapter in our lives filled with love, happiness, and unity. Our family is now complete with Maxine as our daughter, bound by love and commitment." His voice cracked with emotion as he reached out to hold my hand. As I looked into his eyes, I knew that all of the challenges we had faced together had led us to this moment of pure happiness and love.With tears in my eyes, I whispered, "I love you," and felt his grip on my hand tighten, solidifying our bond forever."Thank you fo
"I want my daughter back, Friah," Drenver said with a determined edge to his voice, his eyes flickering with mixed emotions. We were alone in the kitchen. I told Trence I could talk and face Drenver because I knew he was just in the house if something happened. "Whose daughter are you talking about?" I asked without leaving his stare. "You have no daughter here." Drenver was leaning on the sink. "I know you already know what I'm talking about. Trence was not the father of Maxine," he said. He slowly walked towards me. I stepped back as he went near me. "I am," he whispered, his voice barely audible. "And I'll do whatever it takes to get her.""No, I would never let you take her away from us," I said firmly, my heart racing with fear and anger. Drenver's eyes darkened as he reached out to grab me, but I quickly dodged his touch. "Get out of my house," I firmly said. Drenver's face twisted into a sinister grin as he backed away, his eyes never leaving mine. "You can try to stop me,
Days went by, and the doctors told me that I could already be discharged from the hospital. I was relieved to finally be able to go home and see my daughter, whom I missed dearly during my time in the hospital. I couldn't wait to hold her in my arms and make up for lost time."Are you sure you are okay already?" Trence asked concern etched on his face. I assured him that I was feeling much better and couldn't wait to get back to our normal routine with our daughter by our side.I nodded. He guided me towards the wheelchair. Trence wheeled me out of the room; the tension in the air was palpable, overshadowing the relief of finally leaving the hospital. My heart skipped a beat as I heard the urgent call from the doctor, the words "code red" sending a shiver down my spine. They were running towards the ICU.I exchanged a worried glance with Trence, the gravity of the situation weighing heavily on both of us. Could it be? Julia? The thought sent a wave of mixed emotions crashing over me.
I'm holding my son's hand while we are walking the path filled with roses. The sun was shining brightly overhead, casting a warm glow on the vibrant flowers. I couldn't help but smile as I watched my son's eyes light up with wonder at the beauty surrounding us. The sweet scent of the roses filled the air, creating a peaceful atmosphere as we strolled together. At that moment, I felt grateful for this simple yet precious moment with my son."'Mommy, it's time," Max said. "Maxine was waiting for you." I knelt to hug my son, feeling a mix of pride and sadness as he prepared to let go of my hand. With a bittersweet smile, I whispered, "I love you, Max.""I love you, Mom," he whispered back.He let go of me and started running away from me. As I watched him go, all I could think was that he would run like that with Maxine by his side. He left me in the middle of the field. I stood there, not knowing where to go next, feeling a sense of emptiness. The sun began to set, casting a warm glow o
"I already talked to the security. He can't go near you again." Trence said. He laid me down on the bed, leaning on his chest. I could feel his heartbeat against my back—steady and reassuring. Trence gently ran his fingers through my hair, soothing me with his touch. I closed my eyes, feeling safe and protected in his arms."He said something," I whispered, my voice barely audible. Trence paused, his fingers stilling in my hair as he waited for me to continue. "He said that he was Maxine's father."Trence's grip on my waist slightly tightened, his expression turning serious. "Maxine's father?" he repeated, his voice laced with concern. I nodded."We never did it, even when we were in a relationship. I don't know how this could have happened." Trence pulled me closer, his embrace providing comfort and support."Should I believe him?" I could feel his heart beating against mine, a steady rhythm that reassured me. "I don't know," Trence finally said, his voice soft but firm."Maybe he's
Our moment was interrupted by a sudden call, but neither of us wanted to let go. "Ignore it," he mumbled against my lips, his hands moving with urgency. I couldn't resist him any longer, giving in completely to the passion that consumed us both.The call wouldn't stop ringing, and eventually, we had to reluctantly pull away, both of us breathless and wanting more. "We'll continue this later," he promised, his eyes filled with desire as he finally answered the call.As he spoke on the phone, his facial expression changed from desire to annoyance, clearly irritated by someone he was talking to."What do you mean, he was out?" Trence exclaimed, his voice rising in frustration. His body tensed as he listened to the response, and I could see the anger building in his eyes.I could tell he was struggling to keep his composure; his jaw clenched tightly as he tried to maintain control. After hanging up the phone, he turned to me with a forced smile, but I could see the tension still lingering
I run, trying to find my daughter, my heart pounding in my chest. Panic set in as I called out her name, the fear of the unknown creeping up on me. I asked her nanny where she was, but when she pointed out where Maxine was, she was not there.I felt my breath quicken as I frantically searched every corner of the room, my mind racing with worst-case scenarios. The realization that my daughter was missing sent a wave of pure terror through me, causing me to break out in a cold sweat."Why did you leave your sight with her?" I demanded, my voice shaking with a mixture of anger and fear. The nanny's apologetic expression only fueled my panic further, as I struggled to keep my emotions in check while desperately trying to think of where she could have gone.Trence walked towards me. "What's happening?" he asked when he saw the look of distress on my face."I can't find my daughter." I could feel tears welling up in my eyes as I anxiously explained the situation to him, my heart pounding in
We picked a restaurant and decided to eat there. Maxine was the one to pick it up, and she decided to go to a place where my favorite foods were. The last time I ate here was when I ate with Drenver. The place never changed, but the memories flooded back as we sat down at our table. Maxine looked up at me with a small smile and a silent apology in her eyes. I reached out and squeezed her hand. Trence smiled warmly at her."Mommy, this was your favorite, right?" She showed me the burger the same size as her face. She used both of her hands to pick it up.She knows because when I was unpacking some of my things, she saw different pictures; one of them was of this restaurant while I was eating with Drenver. The guy she said that she talked to was Drenver, but it was not true; maybe it was just her imagination.I smiled and nodded. Her nanny took the burger and sliced it into smaller pieces so she could eat it. The table was silent as we all enjoyed our meal. My daughter's eyes lit up wit