★★★ Julia’s eyes narrowed to slits as she drew her sight to the hand of his that clasped the woman. He did not seem like forcing the dance. His move holding the girl was effortless. She brought the glass to her lips and drank the whole in one go. Joshua’s big hand clasped the tiny waist of that girl. The pain only felt, but the girl did not flinch, as she had to shoulder the burden given by her father. Though the man was handsome and could compare with the Greek God. She had a feeling that he was a destroyer and her father could get nothing from him. Joshua pivoted the girl by the waist to see what Julia was thinking. Would he get to see the jealousy that would be interesting. Joshua felt a thrill all over his body as he dropped his head a little, looking like he was about to kiss the girl but rather his eyes shielded with the girl’s black hair, and his gaze shot at Julia and found her looking at his way. “Umm! Pleased,” Joshua groaned in his throat. “Sir,” Helena opened her mouth
★★★Julia left the seat as she was taken to the dance floor like a queen. She believed they were thinking highly of her, assuming her some rich brat. Especially, the diamond around her neck could dazzle anyone’s eyes, and it was hyping her status. But they had no idea each valuable thing was given to her by Joshua for this night.Julia was ridiculing people when Joshua was heard like a roar of an angry lion, just right after their faces. Simultaneously, her palm felt a tight squeeze from the gentleman who initiated to take her.She glimpsed at the gentleman before slipping her gaze on Joshua. She lifted her brows with a sharp look as, in what?“Still not leaving her hand!” Joshua screeched in a low tone. Julia felt more strength in her palm before it was released.Julia before could even utter a word, the man hastily said, “I am sorry, sir.”He was petrified as his old soul plunged into a pool of fear. It was typical to ask a hand of a woman who was not dancing with her partner
★★★Julia gave a small nod to the girl and tried to leave his arms. That was when Joshua thundered on the girl.“Get lost if you don't want to die.”Joshua held his murderous eyes on Helena, who shook terribly at that place, not understanding what she had done. Furthermore, she was never rebuked by anyone, not even her father had used such a tone. Hence, Joshua only brought tears to her eyes.Julia was stunned, gazing back and forth between Joshua and the girl whose eyes welled up in tears as Julia watched how Helena's shoulder jumped at Joshua's sudden statement.Moreover, people around them kept their eyes on Joshua and her. They might not listen to their words, but they have heard how Joshua bellowed at the beautiful girl.“Please,” Julia told Joshua softly, looking up at his chin while Joshua glared at the girl with a louring gaze as if Helena had done a horrendous mistake.Promptly, Joshua looked down as he was compelled by Julia's request, and he had to pay attention.He only car
★★★“Are you listening?” Julia yelled, tapering her eyes. Joshua took another dive from one end to the other end without raising his head for a breath.She grumbled, folding her hands on her chest as the chill around there was really bothersome.“I haven’t invited you here. With his head out of the water, Joshua said, "You can go," before diving deeper.With a sigh, she continued, “I don’t have an iron body like you. I will definitely get cold.”Joshua remained undeterred by whatever silly trick she was thinking of because either way, she would do nothing for him. She was crueler than him.Julia pursed her lips with the thought of her body could take the cold, but she had no other way to stop him mad man.Pinching her nose, she jumped into the water.She shouted as immediately as her body hit the water, “Cold, cold.”Joshua swam to her angrily and grabbed her by the waist before yelling, “Are you crazy?”“You are persistent even after I asked you,” Julia said, shivering a
★★★★Blood surged to her face, covering her neck and chest area. The light on that niche was not bright enough that could help them to see clearly. Yet, the fiery red beauty was breaking every stillness in Joshua’s heart.Joshua held her tight on his waist as he moved to the front door. He was aching everywhere while the swollen crotch made it impossible for him to move. He did not have enough strength to hold back, but he still cared for a comfortable place for Julia.As they came to the hall Julia heard him, “Give me some good moans to make me believe no one has put there where I am about to take you.”Her erect nipple came to the touch of his wet tongue. She let out a whimper, “Oo..umm!” and she bit her lower lip.However, it was just the beginning of a night becoming darker.She was placed on the great dining table with her wet and partly undone attire and their eyes encountered, smoldering with ardor. This time, both of them knew what they wanted, not any kind of force need
★★★Julia cried out, her hips bouncing up until her body floated uncontrollably. His finger dragged out, and Joshua added another finger before shoving them.“Ah...Joshua...I can’t!!At the end of a long moan, her body floated and twitched, releasing the sweet juice onto his finger, but Joshua replaced his finger with his mouth, licking the droplets of her fluid. It was like an impulse to taste her and undoubtedly she tasted great.Joshua rose to his feet and unzipped his pants, then removed them so that nothing would hinder him.Julia bit her lips and looked to her left side, avoiding meeting his eyes because they made her mortified by telling her she knew no self-restraint before him.“Look at me, Julia. You don’t need to be shy in front of me when I am no longer unfamiliar,” Joshua said with a lot of tenderness in his voice that made her head turn straight to Joshua as she blinked with fresh emotion.Joshua placed both of his hands on either side of her and towered over her
★★★An hour has passed. Artin and Gary sat in front of Joshua, watching him smoke nearly three cigarettes. The fourth had just been lighted, and he had yet to say what it was that required four cigarettes.Artin was thoughtful, so he made a cup of coffee, giving those cigarettes good company.“Boss, is it a concern about Benjamin? Although I heard he was out of town and we didn't get any sign of him trying to get in touch with Miss Julia," Artin enlightened Joshua after getting worn out of the silence. He had no clue since when Joshua was taking time to speak who had the power to bleed one's ears with his words?“No, he can't make me think this deeply. I am struggling with this thought,” a pause with a long sigh, and Joshua said, “Last night at the party I felt extreme jealousy when Julia had been pursued by a man on the dance floor.”Gary was unbothered, his face had no wrinkles, and neither did his eyes make any effort to show excitement like Artin, who immediately chimed in, “What?
★★★Artin vigorously nodded his head and looked into Joshua’s account. He received direct messages under the profile name of @Purpledust. The texts were ridiculous.Julia came out of the kitchen with a glass of water and found Artin laughing while Joshua was glaring with warnings in his eyes. She couldn’t help asking herself, “What is this?”“Nothing,” Joshua replied curtly.But Artin didn’t pay heed to the warning because he knew that if Julia heard it, she might pull Joshua’s leg.“The boss is called dad by a girl,” Artin said out loud.She choked on the water to control her laugh. After coughing two or three times, Julia turned to Joshua and said, “Maybe she tried to call you daddy.”Joshua gave her a side glance at her remark, then shifted his eyes to Artin, who should not show such nerve.Julia then commented to dismiss the dark cloud from Joshua’s head.“I’m making some noodles. Will you guys want to eat with us?” Julia offered Artin and Gary as Joshua and she were goin
Six months later ★★★ Like a royal palace, the villa had been garlanded with blooms. An uproar could be heard everywhere. One after another, upscale cars could be seen pulling up. A wedding took place in the garden. People were seated in two rows that had been partitioned, and the bride and groom would stand on a stunningly garish stage. Gary and Artin accompanied Joshua to the stage while waiting for the bride. Joshua was anxious despite his best efforts to appear confident. Julia had stated that she would consider getting married after having their second kid, but after putting up with so much of his intransigence, she finally gave in. It didn't take long for Julia to show up at the location with her father, hooking her hand around his arm. She looked ethereal in a white gown, and her baby bulge could be seen peeking out. Not to be forgotten, Julius was chosen to carry the rings. The admiration in people's eyes for Julius was unavoidable. They were all cheering an
★★★Julia's eyes grew brighter as she exited the car and as the lights on the villa came on as if the festival were at the door.“Wow! What is this?” Asked Julia, turning her attention to Joshua who pushed her skirt's wrinkly corner downward.To ensure she wouldn't accidentally move it, her left hand was bound to her shoulder.“Humph! They decided to do something to make you feel welcome."Joshua told her, his gaze drawn to her stunned expression. He didn't imagine she would enjoy this juvenile nonsense. Otherwise, he would light up the building for the rest of their lives.“It is too much,” Julia mumbled and stepped up toward the vast entrance of the hall room. She heard no sound of her people, but she could definitely tell they were hiding to surprise her.As soon as she entered, she could hear shouting in all directions.“Welcome, Julia!!” Sussan shouted, followed by Julius, “Welcome, Mum!”Julia smiled brightly while revealing her teeth. After scanning everyone, she stopp
★★★Julia smiled as she waited for the door to close, then turned to face Joshua. “How can you deliberately hurt a child?” she questioned, her eyes shooting anger at Joshua, who sliced her words with an uncaring attitude.He leaned forward and placed a kiss on her lips.“ I suddenly feel like we haven’t enjoyed much time together,” Joshua whispered, then went up to her forehead and placed a loving kiss there.“I love you, Julia.”With an unexpected wind spin sensation entering her gut, Julia stiffened. On the surface of her heart, a tiny deer was prancing. Before today, she had no idea how enthralled by his revelation she would become; she was not only delighted but also over the moon.Joshua’s warm breath fell on Julia’s face as they both fixed their gaze on one other, their hearts were thumping in the protracted quiet.The powerful impulses in Julia’s heart caused her to blink more often than usual. Part of her wanted to fight until he confessed his love to her once more, but
★★★As soon as they arrived at the hospital, Julia was rushed straight to the surgery room. Julius had moved onto the specialty ward as well. Gary and Artin had been holding Joshua back, but they soon felt Joshua collapse to the seat.They experienced a day that let them understand what it was like to lose someone. The pain of compulsion was so hazardous!But God could not be cruel to them.★★★One Week LaterJulia was transported to a garden with a pleasant floral aroma. Her eyes were mesmerized by the beauty of the newly blooming flowers, and although she was unable to say their names, this did not detract from her enjoyment. She crossed her legs as she sat on a lovely cushion.With a deep inhale, Julia murmured,“ It's magnificent."The warm sun penetrated her flesh as it cut the cold from her soul, making Julia feel alive and refreshed.Suddenly a gentle voice flowed into her ears, “Mum.”"Mum!"Julia was compelled to listen for the gentle voice. She was familiar with th
★★★ Joshua was being closely followed by Artin and Gary in the back, but suddenly, they were being yanked back by ropes around their throats. As they battled to breathe, the rifles in their hands fell to the ground. Joshua, on the other hand, forced himself up off the ground and jerked his head. Although there was little light, he could feel a stinging pain in his browbone. He had a steady gaze, focused on that person. In contrast, a gaslight turned on and a familiar face emerged. The man said, “Remember me, boss.” “Snake!” Joshua exclaimed. “Nice to meet you. So, you are working for a woman now. Suits you,” Joshua mocked and launched forward with his tight fist that landed on that man’s nose. Prior to being kicked out of the organization for defrauding Joshua of his business, Snake had previously been working with them. “I’ve been itching to kill you for a while. The day finally came. Oh, yes, I need to tell you,” the man smirk with his bloody nose and continued, “I vented all
★★★Joshua entered the house through the door that was already open, but even if it hadn't been, it wouldn't have made much of a difference because he wouldn't have bothered if he had to smash it. But as he entered and bumped into the bleeding body, his feet shook. There was blood all over the floor; it was impossible to tell if it was this man’s or if something had occurred to Julia and his son.“Boss, this, Miss Julia’s jewelry, and her handbag were discovered outdoors. Someone might,” Artin said and entered, but he was not required to finish the rest. He could see that his presumption was accurate. They were clearly taken by someone.Gary proclaimed, “I told it, we ought to assassinate Benjamin.”For the first time, Gary spoke about a subject on his own initiative rather than following instructions because he was aware of the significance Miss Julia and her son had for Joshua.“No, the perpetrator of this action cannot be Benjamin. He wants the boss to be at his disposal, but
★★★ Joshua exhibited childlike excitement as though he was about to receive his preferred surprise. His eyes were fixating on the image of the mother and son in his hand. In the picture, their smiles were beaming like the brightest sunshine of his life. He was simply angry with Julia for not telling him once, and that was it. Because Joshua was longing to have a child with her, but in reality, they already had one and Julia hid it. “Oh, Julia!! I will kill you. You deserve the harshest punishment!” Joshua thought but could not able to remove the smile from his lips. He held the picture close to his chest and ordered, “Drive faster!” Gary and Artin both nodded in tandem before accelerating the car. ★★ After absorbing such news, people in the mansion had already left. But they could not able to digest the entire occurrence, which hadn't made it to their stomachs; instead, it had stuck to their throats. Joshua's grandfather could not help but yearn to see his great-grandson's face.
★★★ In his black outfit, Joshua resembled a magnificent angel. He could still kill thousands of women's hearts while maintaining a straight face, but within he was unhappy since the message came from her. It made him shatter. His heart felt as heavy as a stone that had been purposefully placed, and both hands clasped their fists in his pockets. He held onto the hope that Julia wouldn't buy all this, or at the very least, would wait for him to explain it to her. But when he read her icy text, he was speechless. Rosetta, dressed in a lovely pink gown, appeared at Joshua's side. Her friends and relatives were with her. There were a few people present, but no media. However, everybody who attended the party could sense that the atmosphere was somber rather than cheerful. It did not feel like a celebration. While pretending to be having fun and smiling at one other, sipping on their drink, some people were actually forcing their feet to stay put since they couldn't get away. Howev
★★★Julia and Julius went to an ice cream shop to have some ice cream. Sussan refused to accompany them, claiming she had urgent business to attend to. Sussan was upset, and it was due to Julia's statements.But Julia merely desired tranquility.As someone who had experienced grief and failed relationships, she was used to them, but at least Joshua did not express his love for her; this was sufficient for her to believe that Joshua had no feelings for her. She couldn't possibly cry over it, so she didn't.“My ice cream is delicious; let me try yours, Mum!" Julius chimed as they boarded a cab heading for the home Julia had chosen for her father and Old May. They could live there comfortably."Hand me yours as well," Julia remarked gently as they exchanged ice cream."Mum, I want to tell you something I've been keeping from you," Julius informed his mother, avoiding eye contact.“Hmm! Spill the beans,” Julia said, sticking out her tongue to lick the ice cream. She did not observe