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CHAPTER 81: WHO MARIA IS
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No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 1: THE HAUNTING PAST REARS ITS UGLY HEAD
~ MARIA BELGRAVE ~ I sat on David Hargrove’s lap and poured him champagne as I listened to him plot with his assistant. They intended to wage war on a rival company I knew. David expected no one to lead the firm when the owner died. He crowed to Jake, his assistant, about having signed contracts today that sealed his control. I didn’t listen to too much. I’ve learned I’ve no role in his business and no influence. He’s oblivious to his mistake. It’s pointless to speak. Everything’s lost, including David. “Jake, I hope Sabrina received her copy of the contract. We’ll discuss the announcement another time. Old Belgrave just needs to put his other foot in his grave.” David said. Jake nodded, and they laughed in enjoyment of their plot. While I died a slow death on the inside. “Then the competition will end. She’ll sign Belgrave Tech over. Then, I won’t need her, and my family’s screwed.” David Hargrove dragged me to this club. He’d insisted he needed t
No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 2: THE INEVITABLE CONCLUSION
~ MARIA BELGRAVE ~ “Are you there, Miss Belgrave?” Mr. Edwards asked. Oh, God, my father’s dead. I’m alone. There’s no one coming to save me. No apologies. No redemption. He’s gone. How do I mourn someone I hate yet loved? It hurts. I blinked at the phone as my senses returned. “Oh, yes. I’m here. Sorry, I wasn’t expecting this.” My voice breaks. I can’t cry and damage my makeup. I must return to the club. The bouncers won’t let me in if I’m a mess. “Miss. Belgrave you have an appointment with me at nine tomorrow morning and your presence is mandatory.” His words were firm, yet urgent, as if it wasn’t a choice. This call and his other attempts at calling me over the last month made no sense. How had he found my number? Until tonight, I never answered him. “Why? I was disinherited years ago. You need to check your records.” I wouldn’t be doing anything without assurances there weren’t mistakes. There’s no way I’ll be the famil
No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 3: GOODBYE MARIA BELL HELLO MARIA BELGRAVE
~ MARIA BELGRAVE ~ Outside cabs waited for clubgoers. I gave one the address of the condo David maintained for me and sat back. That’s my last glimpse of David. With my other phone, I dialed a number. “Hi, Josy love. Can I still stay on your sofa for a few nights?” “Maria hon. My door’s always open for you. Stay as long as you need. Did he kick you out? Or did you leave him? No, you can tell me when you arrive.” A female voice said. “It’s worse Josy. I need a friend. Who’s willing to help. When I say I need a big favor it’s an understatement. Yeah, we’ll talk. You can say no. If you don’t want to help. I’m just running out of options.” “I’ll have tea ready. Girl, you know I’ll help you hide the body.” Josephine (Josy) Soaper’s been my best friend since I left home. I cried again. It’s too much. My body turned icy as I accepted my father’s death. I’d never fix things with him. If I screw up, I’m on my
No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 4: SUGAR BABY LEARNS TO WALK
~ DAVID HARGROVE ~ I watched Maria walk through the crowded club. “Come back, or I’ll replace you, Maria Bell. You aren’t the only sweet, little, nothing around here.” I shouted over the music. Damn it, this was wrong. I threw my glass in anger. Fuck, the predatory gold-diggers were circling the VIP section already trying to get my attention proving my point. I knew they couldn’t compare to my Maria, my Angel Bella. Maria’s like no other. Tonight, she irritated me. Contradicting me like that was a mistake. Taking phone calls. Leaving my side without my permission. Excessive drinking and the crying. What did she have to cry about? How dare she act out on my dime? “Jake, what’s your take?” I discovered with disgust; Maria had drained the champagne. I ordered another. When it arrived, it was different. “Maria? It’s not my place to comment David.” Jake didn’t look up from his phone. I frowned at him. He’d not used it all evening.
No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 5: HUNTING FOR MARIA BELL
~ DAVID HARGROVE ~ The limousine stopped before the building. My mind reeled thinking that she’d left. Our contracts weren’t over until I said so. I’d remind her of that as I disciplined her. Also, what did she know about Sabrina. The car hadn’t stopped before I’m getting out. I waved off my guards and driver. I entered without them. They didn’t need to see this. The building’s secure anyway. The doorman rushed to hold the door. In the elevator, the doors closed, and I gave him a sheepish smile and a wave. All I want is to speak with Maria. My behavior doesn’t matter, I own the building. I’m going nowhere. Maria doesn’t understand she’s not leaving. She’s my perfect lover. I’ve never met a woman like her. Her drawbacks are she’s a gold digger and has no pedigree. If it were different I’d have married her the first time I had her. But after the scandal I need a wife with a pedigree to satisfy my family. What I want doesn’t matter.
No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 6: FACING AN UNCERTAIN OLD LIFE
~ MARIA BELGRAVE ~ I entered Josy’s apartment, and she kicked my luggage aside. Josy ignored my bags and studied me with a horrified look. I must’ve been crying. Damn it. No one’s allowed to say I can’t tonight. I just lost my father and left the man I love. I’m considering living on the streets or battling with my stepfamily for a fortune I unprepared for. No one wants me back, so I’m on the fence. Do I risk everything again and fight? If so. How? It’s not realistic. “There you are. Are you okay?” Josy asked. She ushered me into the kitchen and pushed me into an old kitchen chair. She stood there in a pair of pink fuzzy slippers and a blue nightgown with a sleep mask perched on her head. “Did I wake you?” I felt horrible when I realized I’d woken Josy. I was about to cry again when she interrupted. “No, you don’t. No more crying. You didn’t wake me. So, don’t worry. Let’s have tea. Then we’ll talk.” Josy poured two cups and set one befo
No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 7: MORNING MEETING
~ MARIA BELGRAVE ~ We entered the law firm’s deserted lobby. Mr. Edwards stood waiting. We exchanged amused looks as we walked by him to the elevators. He didn’t recognize me. I’d met Mr. Edwards before I’d changed my appearance. Brown hair became the blonde David knew. Which became Revenge Red last night when I’d cut and dyed it. “Okay, confront or call him? I’m surprised he’s here and not upstairs.” “Call. I’m evil I’ll enjoy his honest reaction.” Josy said. He answered. “Mr. Allen Edwards.” “Sir, This is Maria Belgrave. Are you waiting for me? Or should I go upstairs for our appointment?” I wanted the call to sound like I was being discreet not rude. “Ms. Belgrave. How I missed your arrival?” “I’d prefer not to advertise my arrival sir. May we meet by the elevators.” “You are?” I hid my smile at his confusion. We had to walk by him. “Of course, I’ll meet you now.” Mr. Edwards hurried to the elevator
No More Sweet Sugar Baby For You Daddy CHAPTER 8: MORNING MEETING
We entered the conference room, and the two representatives for Ms. Belgrave were there, as Mr. Edwards warned us. They had all the signed documents and her voting power. I’m furious. She should be here. I’d heard an earful this morning when I picked up Sabrina and Jacqueline. The ten-minute ride here had me in a mood. I expected a fat, homely looking, sad, meek woman waiting. “Where’s your boss? Why won’t she show her face?” Jacqueline asked a blonde woman. They were sharp demands, not questions. The pretty blonde in the blue suit looked up from her seat, cocked an eyebrow. I watched the back of her coworker stiffen at the coffee machine. “Good morning. Ms. Belgrave has responsibilities. She’ll return when she can. She sends her condolences, Mrs. Vines-Belgrave.” Sugar wouldn’t melt on her tongue. Executed with skill. “Since you’re making coffee. Make mine black with three sugars.” I thought nothing of it as I went to take my seat. She’
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