“It’s so good to see you after so long, Emerald.” She cast a quizzical look towards Rafael, “And I can see that you have changed. My friend who never liked to take anyone’s help. Who used to take every offer of help as an insult is no more the same girl.”Again, those eyes were on Rafael, “I can see that at last, you have achieved a trophy for yourself.” Emerald knew what she was getting at.She thought that Emerald trapped Rafael through some scheming. She was accusing her of having some dirty agenda in her mind.When Emerald did not give the satisfaction of answering her back, she came forward as if she wanted to hit Emerald.“Woah Woah. Hold on, lady.” Rafael hissed with a warning and turned to Robert, “Can you hold her back? Or should I do the honors?”Robert’s one arm reached out to halt Julia from going any further, “Rafael. I need to talk to you. Like a civil person. I am not here to fight you, man.” “Your girlfriend just proved you wrong, Robert.” Rafael’s arm was still aroun
When Robert and Julia reached the destination around noon, they saw media swarming the place. News channels vans were parked outside with their reporters and cameramen.“What is exactly going on here, Robert?” For the first time in her life, Julia felt a little scared. She was here to threaten Emerald that she would bring her treachery in front of the media. It seemed they had already done the job for them.Robert did not know what to answer his girlfriend when he was confused. Their lawyer met them and then went inside without making any remark.“Baby! Should we go back and come another time?” Julia asked him clutching his hand a little too tight.“No. Nothing can stop me from meeting my daughter.” Julia did not notice that today Robert did not say getting my daughter. He just said ‘meeting my daughter’.They were ushered into a big room that seemed to be a drawing room. A brown rectangular table was set for three with three mics fixed on it.It looked like a press conference. They w
“You want the truth, Robert? I will give you the truth. How about we listen to a recording first?” The challenge in Rafael’s eyes was scary for Julia. Both parties’ lawyers were also there by now. “Is it some kind of a joke?” She stood up, her hands closed tightly into fists, “Are you people planning to waste our time? Yesterday you asked us to come the next day. Today this…” She clutched her teeth in frustration, “Are you trying to play some prank, Emerald?” “Why Julia?” Emerald’s eyes, gazed up at her former friend’s face, “By any chance, are you scared?” “Enough of this bull shit!” Julia collected her purse from the couch and touched Robert’s shoulder, “I am out. I will wait for you in the hotel room.” She was about to turn away on her heels when someone caught her wrist in a death grip. “You. Are. Not. Going. Anywhere.” Julia saw her boyfriend in disbelief. He was the same man who always worshipped the ground no matter where she put her feet. Exhaling sharply, she nodded and
“What is going on there, sugar?” Abigail tried to hold her phone in the crook of her neck lifting up one shoulder.“I don’t know what is going on outside. I am just here to keep an eye on Sophie.” Abigail was wiping the mess Sophie just made by dropping her chocolate cookies.“Your voice is strained. I hope the little one is not giving you a tough time.” She could hear the amusement in his voice.A beautiful smile glittered on her lips, “If I can spend time with my three naughty kids and a wicked husband then I guess I can do anything in this world.” There was a challenge in her tone that Hunter could not miss.“Hey. Whom are you calling wicked?” He tried to protest.“You! You are wicked. Our kids also got those wicked genes from you.” Abigail was enjoying teasing him.“Come back home, sugar.” She heard his husky voice, “Let me prove to you who is more wicked among us.” Abigail could feel herself blushing, “Last time we were in bed you were the one who became wicked…”“Hunter! Shut up
“Hey. He is Uncle Robert!” Emerald tried to introduce the kid while brushing her fingers through her hair. Sophie’s face was hidden in the crook of Emerald’s neck.Robert’s heart thudded in his chest. The little girl had beautiful black hair and her small arms were around Emerald’s neck.“Sophie. Come here.” Rafael took her from Emerald, “Look! Someone wants to meet you, honeybun!” Rafael whispered near her ear.She lifted her face a little, looking carefully at Robert. He tried to smile and pointed his index finger at her.“Hello there. Who is this Bunny-like girl?”Sophia squealed with delight, “I am not a bunny.”“You are not? Let me see!” Emerald had to give this much to Robert. He seemed to be a natural around kids just like Hunter.After a little while, Sophie was chattering around him telling him about the animals she knew and how she wanted to be just like her mommy once she grew older.Rafael was expecting him to be all emotional during this meeting but unexpectedly he was ha
“These are the corner sights we should take up, Sir. Usually, big brands or popular food chains prefer these places for the instant boom. All of them are prime locations and will give immense profit to our firm.” Maya put off the laser beam and turned towards Rafael. There were four men in the room including Rafael and Daniel. And only Maya and Emerald were the females present there. There was not even a single person in the room who did not have praise in his eyes for Maya. “Good job Maya!” Rafael clapped nodding his head, “I think you will do even better if I put you on our research team.” Maya’s eyes were glinting with pride. “Thank you, Sir. Though I do enjoy my work as a salesperson, I would like to try new fields.” Maya seemed happy due to the offer. Impressing Rafael Wyatt was a big achievement for everyone. “I think Emerald should be put on Maya’s team. She will get loads of experience from her.” They all were still discussing the ideal locations when Daniel gave the unso
“How is your wedding preparation going?” Emerald smiled at her sister, Cassandra Aaron’s enthusiastic voice ringing in her ear.“It’s going good, Cas. Guess what? We are going to choose my wedding dress.” She tilted her head to look at Rafael who was driving the car beside her.Selina was sitting in the back seat busy on her phone.Ever since Cassandra saw her on TV approaching Rafael Wyatt, she was ecstatic about it. She had literally shouted the next day on phone,“Are you serious, Em? Rafael Wyatt was the one who met you in Turkey? Why you never told us? Oh, girl! I was drooling when you went to him. And oh, man. Oh, man. The way this man was looking at you. He seemed crazy about you.” She was a big fan of Rafael and now she could not wait to attend the wedding.She was also impressed when she saw the press conference where both of them announced their engagement and Sophie’s sir name. It did make her sad that their parents never heard, Emerald’s side of the story and kicked her ou
They had been having their lunch regularly at Levisays. Rafael was having daily meetings with his executives whereas Hunter also used to be there in those meetings.Both of them had started handling their work from home.It also proved beneficial for Emerald where she could have daily wedding discussions and plans along with Abigail and Selina by her side.Sophia was enjoying Merissa and Maria’s company these days. It seemed like someone had switched on the party mode of both families.The emergency was because Rafael decided to marry this quickly. Everyone at home used to tell the other not to panic as everything would be under control very soon.“Send me a copy of these Excel sheets, Rafael. I need to have a look at these records.” Hunter pointed towards Rafael’s laptop screen.Both of them were working non-stop sitting in their recliners on the vast lawn where kids were busy playing with each other.“Is Emerald’s family attending the wedding?” Hunter asked the question nonchalantly
Hello readers, Thank you for all the love and support you people have been offering me. When I started, Oops, story, I was not expecting more than a hundred readers. Never knew it will be liked this much. Time to say goodbye to Hunter/Abigail and Rafael/Emerald. I don’t think I would go for a sequel. But you never know. (wink wink) Whatever I am today is because of you people. Because of your constant encouragement, I did it. Thank you for the constant reviews. Believe me, I had been reading all of them. My next story will be Ouch! My Fiancé Fell For His Vir*gin Maid. It will be available hopefully by the second week of December. (Would try for earlier) Don’t forget to give it a chance. Justin, Sarah, and Ashley. They will be soon available on Goodnovel. For future announcements, you can follow me on Goodnovel or search for me as Lisa Salman-author. Xoxo. Bye - till we meet again. Lisa Salman-author.
Emerald woke up by stretching herself and turned her head sideways. Rafael was still sleeping like a baby with his mouth partially opened.She could see one or two strands of white hair in his subtle beard and she swore he was becoming more handsome with each passing day.Shifting closer to him, she sniffed that familiar perfume. God! She always acted like a creep when he was around.“I can never get enough of you.” She whispered in his ear making him stir in his sleep.“Harika?” He called her huskily snaking his arm around her na*ked body and pulling her to him.“Interested in a bath?” She asked his sleepy face, smiling slyly to herself.“Really?” This time his eyes opened widely.“Yup!” Kissing his cheek, she jumped out of bed when he held her hand hurriedly, “Let me do it for you, Guzel.”“You do it every Sunday, Askim. Let me do it for today.” She bent down to kiss his forehead but was sprawled on him when he not only made her stumble upon him but also rolled over taking her with
(Thirteen years later)Sixteen years old Sophia took out a rose twig from her bouquet and took it near her nose to sniff it.“Hmm. Heavens!” She closed her eyes in ecstasy.“You like it?” He asked her.“I love it, papa.” She opened her eyes and a smile gleamed on her lips. Her smile resembled a lot like her mom’s. She had taken that smile and black hair from Julia. That was the reason Emerald dyed her hair black many years back.The familiar smile still gave him pain.“Do you miss mom?” She asked him with concern showing in her eyes. The way she used to care about others showed a lot about how she was brought up by an amazing woman and man.“I used to. But now I think I have gotten over her.”“Once I will be eighteen, I am planning to visit her in Turkey.” Her statement made Robert snap up his head.“I don’t think Emerald and Rafael ever stopped you from meeting her. You just need to let them know.”“I know, papa. It’s just something I need to do on my own. Grandma shares her pictures
Sitting in the Levisay private jet, Emerald did not know where they were heading for their honeymoon. She was still dressed in her gown.“I was under the impression that we will be staying in Sapphire Galaxy.”“And why would I do that to my bride?” He asked her, circling her bare back with his finger. They enjoyed the wedding reception like anything.The Booz, the dances, meeting people. Emerald did everything in a daze. Finally, after coming out when it was time to throw back the bouquet they all were surprised when Patricia caught it effortlessly.“Are you missing Sophie?” Rafael got rid of his jacket before pulling her onto his lap, “Because I am.”He did try to convince Hunter to take Sophie with them. However, Hunter wanted them to spend this time together.They both deserved it. Their love deserved it.She did not know when she fell asleep in his arms. But when her eyes opened, she was in the furnished bedroom of the jet, lying peacefully in his arms.He was awake and staring at
“Oh, Gosh! Emerald! Wake up. It’s your wedding day.” Emerald had a pillow on her face when she heard Abi’s voice. “What? It’s already morning?” She asked herself and moved the pillow away from her face. “Look at you. The girl who had insomnia can now sleep nonstop.” Emerald got up yawning. Abigail was constantly talking without taking a break, “Come on, Em. Rise and shine.” She drew the curtains, allowing the room to bathe in sunlight. “Go and take shower. I will send a protein packed breakfast to the room. After that, you are supposed to wear your undergarments and petticoat. And yes…” Abigail was already stepping out, “Don’t forget to put on those bandelettes.” She winked before closing the door behind her. Emerald let out a panicked sigh and ran to the bathroom. Last night she stayed in the guest room of her house. Selina was already taking care of Sophie. After applying scented lotion all over her body, she came out in a bathing gown. it seemed like Abigail was waiting for her
“Mommy! You will marry daddy tomorrow?” She was changing Sophie’s dress into a sleeping suit when she asked the query with those innocent eyes on her face.“Yes, honey bun. We are.” She started brushing her daughter’s long black hair into a loose braid, “Are you happy?”“Happy of wedding? With daddy? Yes, mommy, I am.” She was too engrossed in brushing her barbie’s golden hair.“Mommy?”“Yes, honey bun?”“Would you love me after marry daddy?” Sophia was so busy with her doll’s hair that even she did not know the absurdity of her question.Emerald felt like someone had clenched her heart. Her daughter had started thinking along these lines. Was she getting insecure? Possessive?“Sophie? My baby!” She gently took the doll from her hands, “Look here, darling.” She held her small face in her hands, “You will always be my baby. You will always be my first love. And you know what?” She asked looking into the innocent eyes of her daughter,“Daddy loves you so much. He is always talking about
“Wake up, baby! Wake up!” She splashed water droplets on his closed lids. His lips stretched into a smile. He raised his arm to look for her in the air with his eyes still closed. She got back with a burst of half-suppressed laughter.“Come here!” His voice was still raspy due to the sleepiness, his hand still hanging in mid-air. Looking for her! She realized. “Get up. I am making breakfast for both of us!” telling him softly she went out of the room feeling all emotional. The way his hand wanted her was something too sweet to handle. When he came out all fresh and showered, she was placing the plates on the counter along with steaming coffee mugs. “Breakfast is ready and you need to…” She stopped when she saw him leaning against the counter in only a pair of shorts. His body was still glistening due to the shower he just took. Woah! The man let her do all those amazing things to his body last night and still, her insides were throbbing with his mere presence. “Still want to de
When Abigail and Hunter got inside the kitchen, they stopped short when found Emerald stirring something in a big bowl.“What are you doing?” Hunter picked up a carrot and started chomping on it.“I was thinking to help Abigail with the dinner.” She said busily, “How about I do a sweet dish and you can go with one main course dish. Or if you want I can …Oops!” She squealed when Hunter lifted her up as if she weighed like a feather and placed her away. “Brides are not allowed in the kitchen!” Hunter took the bowl from the counter and started whipping it.“He is right.” Abigail took out an apron from the drawer and threw another one towards her husband, “We will manage tonight’s dinner.”“I just wanted to help!” Emerald tried to protest.“I will ask Selina if needed. Now shoo away.” Abigail gave a little shove on her shoulder and started taking out veggies from the refrigerator.“You are still here, girl!” Hunter wiggled his brows, “Go get a massage. Spend some time away from this noi
When her flight landed in San Francisco, Patricia looked out of the window while stretching herself. Her favorite, warm and sunny San Francisco. The same one which she left last time in rage. And in pain. In that annual dinner, Rafael Wyatt did not even try to steal a glance her way. He seemed so uptight sitting there with Hunter and Abigail at the party. No matter how many times Abi tried to introduce them or tried to talk to him about their common interests he did not even budge. But he was a changed man on the screen when Emerald went to him at his movie celebration party and talked to him. He had this se*xy smile on his lips when he pulled her on the stage. Emerald must be hardly one year younger than her but her parents never treated her well. There was some old siblings’ rivalry with Cassandra but her parents always supported Cassie. Patricia loved her energy. After collecting her luggage, Patricia was pushing the trolley to the exit, observing different people at the airpo