"Scarlet that's enough!" Layla warmed in a stern voice."I've had enough of your nonsense…" Layla said as she pointed accusingly at Scarlet.Scarlet shrugged, unconcerned by Layla's anger. "I'm just saying what everyone else is thinking," she said, her voice casual. "I'm just the one brave enough to say it to your face.""People are saying nothing, scarlet. You're the only fool who utters rubbish and lies about me..""Haven't you had enough?" Layla painstakingly asked."You're the shameless one here, you slept with your sister's boyfriend. You say rubbish about her and you know what I didn't get pregnant out of wedlock, it's high time that gets into your head.." Layla deadpanned with an angry look on her face. She's had enough."Why wouldn't I sleep with him? Mike left you because you weren't fit for him. You're nothing but a slut!! You acted very innocent around him saying you weren't ready for sex so he came to me. Then what happened next? You ran away because of shame!!" Scarlet
Scarlet's head whipped to the side as Layla's hand connected with her cheek. The whole place went silent, everyone stunned by what they had just witnessed. Layla's hand was trembling, and she could feel the heat of the slap spreading through her palm."You…" Scarlet started, her voice shaking with rage. But before she could say another word, Layla cut her off."You're done talking!!" Layla said, her voice low and threatening. "You've said enough.""That's enough!!" Layla yelled. She couldn't take it anymore, the embarrassment and humiliation. It was already enough. Scarlet was never going to stop unless she was put in her place."I'm your sister scarlet. I basically did everything to make you happy, despite the fact your mother was always cruel to me. I always put you first, but what did I get in return?" Layla gritted her teeth in anger."You slept with my boyfriend. You cheated me!! You disregarded the fact that we were sisters.." Layla chuckled painstakingly."And so what!! He wa
"Layla!!" Nolan called in a low voice but he looked so angry. He approached Layla and he helped her to stand up from the ground while she sobbed silently."Who did this to you?" Nolan demanded, his eyes blazing as he looked at Scarlet. "Why are you harassing my fiancée?" He yelled as everyone stiffened.Scarlet's eyes widened, and she took a step back, realizing that she had underestimated the situation."Fiancee…." She chuckled I'm disbelief."How can this slut be your fiancee.." the last statement made Nolan so angry that he suddenly let go of Layla and he slapped Scarlet. He slapped her so hard that she felt a warm liquid in her mouth.As Scarlet's head snapped to the side, she spat out a mouthful of blood, her hand flying to her cheek in shock. She stared at Nolan in disbelief, the sting of the slap still burning on her skin.Nolan's eyes were blazing with fury, his chest heaving as he tried to control his rage. "How dare you call her that?" he growled, his fists clenched at his
Nolan carried Layla to his car and he helped her go inside carefully."How are you?" He asked with concern in his eyes after getting into the car also.There was no way he was going to spare Scarlet for anything. Not after what she did to Layla."I'm good…" Layla sniffled as she fought back her tears."You're not good," Nolan said gently, but firmly. "And that's okay. You've been through a lot. But you don't have to hide how you're feeling from me. I'm here for you."Layla looked at him with wide eyes, a little surprised by his compassion. She had expected him to be angry with her for causing such a scene at his company, but instead, he was offering her comfort and understanding. It was more than she could have hoped for."Thank you," she whispered, her voice shaking. "I don't know what to do, Nolan. I don't just know what to do, Scarlet just won't let me be. She's hellbent on destroying. I'm confused…" A sob slipped Layla's lips, as she couldn't take it anymore.She was trying to b
Nolan was on top of Layla as he rode her.“Ah… f*ck! “ Layla moaned in ecstasy as they both came undone.Planting a kiss on her lips, he muttered I love you to her, before pulling out of her, and then he laid beside her.They were currently at her apartment." I missed this place a lot,” Layla confessed, placing her head on Nolan's chest, as he shook his head slowly.The place held a lot of memories, both good and bad. Nolan wrapped his arm around Layla's shoulders, pulling her close. He understood what she was feeling, the bittersweet nostalgia of returning to a place that had been both a sanctuary and a prison."It's a lot to take in, isn't it?" Nolan asked, his voice gentle." Yes, but I guess I'm good.. “ she smiled." I think we should visit here with our child when she's grown... “ Layla suggested as she looked at his face." Sure..” Nolan shrugged his shoulders, not refusing her request. “How was your childhood like Nolan'?" She asked, using her fingertips to draw an imaginar
Layla sat in the car as she looked out the window enjoying the cool breeze.As the car sped through the city streets, Layla watched the scenery change from tall skyscrapers to lush green trees. She felt a sense of peace, despite the tumultuous events of the day.It had been a long and difficult day, but she felt a sense of hope and possibility as she looked ahead to the future. With Nolan by her side, anything seemed possible.The car turned onto a familiar street, and Layla recognized the neighborhood. They were headed back to the pack.She then noticed him take another route as he diverted.“Where are you going? Do you want to get something.." she asked curiously, picking up the packet of chips, which she began to chew loudly.“I’m going to a goldsmith.. “ he replied, fixing his eyes on the road. "A goldsmith?" Layla asked, raising an eyebrow. "What for?""It's a surprise," Nolan said, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. "You'll have to wait and see."Layla pouted, pretendin
Months have passed and the day for Layla's delivery drew near.She felt like the happiest and luckiest woman on earth.Nolan was the best thing heaven could have ever offered to her.He was supportive and made sure she was comfortable all through her pregnancy. She has two weeks more before the due date and everyone anticipated her delivery.He became the sweetest man and made sure he talked to the baby every night before taking Layla to bed. Nolan gently placed his hand on Layla's swollen belly, feeling the baby move inside. "You are going to be a wonderful mother," he said, his voice full of love. "Our child is so lucky to have you."Layla smiled, her heart filled with joy. "And I am so lucky to have you," she said, her hand resting on top of his. "We are going to be the best parents in the world."" I know right?” He smiled, planting a kiss on her lips and Layla turned to look in the mirror.She frowned on seeing herself, she's grown so bigger and fatter. She almost looked unre
Carla poured some powdery contents into a cup of juice, and she mixed it smiling wickedly.It was high time Layla left this house, and this time Carla had not planned to hurt her but Nolan would throw her out by himself.“Hey..come here.." she flagged down a maid who was passing by as she handed over the cup of juice to her.It was Keissha's party, the one Layla gas organized for her. Layla was having fun and Carla was sure to ruin that fun.“Give this to the queen instead.." she instructed the maid who stared at her suspiciously. The maid looked at Carla, her expression hesitant.“Are you sure you want me to give it to the queen?" She asked, confused. Layla had ashed her for a cup of juice.Carla smiled, trying to reassure the maid. "I'm sure, Layla prefers mango juice, not orange juice. Trust me, she'll love it." Carla tried to convince her.The maid still looked uncertain, but she reluctantly took the cup and began to walk towards Layla.Carla watched her go, feeling a twinge of
Layla was seated on the hospital bed as she watched Nolan walk in, with a baby in his arms. Noelle was standing beside her mother. Layla's eyes widened as she took in the sight of her son, who was only a month old. He was a chubby, happy baby, with a thatch of dark red hair and bright blue eyes, all the kids took after their father. "Oh, my baby" she exclaimed, reaching out her arms to him. Nolan placed a sleeping Noah in Layla's arms and he snuggled as his mother carried him. “How are you doing, my love?" Nolan asked, tucking a strand of her hair that was lying on her forehead, behind her ear. She woke up a week ago and was going to be discharged that day. Nolan was the happiest person when Keisha called him, telling him that Layla had woken up from her coma. He couldn't be more grateful for he had missed her so very much. Layla looked up at Nolan, her eyes shining with love. "I'm doing better than I ever thought possible," she said, gazing down at Noah, who was sleepi
“Nolan.. “ Darren called as she approached Nolan who was sitting on one of the chairs near Layla's room." I think you should go back to the palace… '' Darren suggested, as Nolan had not stepped foot out of the hospital since Layla was brought in. She was still in a coma.“And a nanny has been assigned to take care of the baby.." he added as Nolan shook his head slowly.Nolan hadn't even had the time to have a look at his son. As he was worried about Layla. Nolan was so conflicted. He wanted to be by Layla's side, but he also felt an urgent need to hold his son. It was as if his heart was being pulled in two different directions. He knew that Layla would want him to spend time with their baby, but he couldn't bear the thought of leaving her alone.“And you should be with Noelle also.." Darren continued as it seemed like Nolan had no plans of wanting to leave.“She's been crying nonstop. I heard from Keisha that she had refused to eat her meals and locked herself up.." he informed and
“Is she still crying!" Aurora asked Keisha who stood outside the door of Noelle's room.“Yes.." Keisha muttered softly. "I feel so bad for her," Aurora said, her voice heavy with sympathy. "To be separated from her mother like that, it must be so hard for her.""I know," Keisha said, a worried frown on her face. "I wish there was something we could do to make her feel better."“f*ck!" Aurora cursed as her eyes darted to Kira who was holding her mother's hand, then it dawned on her that she was not supposed to curse in front of a small kid.But the situation they were in now was so complicated.Layla was still in a Coma and her child was just brought out from the incubator and then brought him. Noelle on the other hand has not stopped crying since the day she was brought back from the hospital. She refused to eat or even talk to anyone and Noelle was very stubborn, it was very hard to persuade her.“What should we do now? We have to make her eat" Aurora asked, but she knew that was a
Nolan stood unmoving as it seemed that his world came to an abrupt stop. He felt like he had lost everything that very moment, as his wife and daughter lay unconscious on the ground.He could still hear Noelle's heartbeat but the same couldn't be said for Layla whose heartbeats were very faint. She was literally half dead.“This is what you get… “ Carla never got to finish her statement as a blow came flying towards her.Nolan hit her so hard that she lost three of her teeth and she began to bleed.Carla staggered back, clutching her mouth and groaning in pain. She looked up at Nolan, her eyes wide with shock and fear. Carla knew it was over, Nolan was never going to spare Jet, not from the look he had on his faceBut she won at least, Layla would never get Nolan and she made sure of that and turned out victorious. Nolan would not also lose Layla but the unborn child she was carrying.A cold satisfaction settled over Carla as she realized that, even though she had been defeated, she
“You must be joking.." Layla blurted out as she couldn't believe her ears.Carla had lost her mind, what she was requesting was totally out of it. There was no way Nolan was going to do that. "I'm serious, Layla," Carla said, her voice firm. "Nolan has to give me a child, and then you'll be free to leave with Noelle. It's the only way to protect everyone.""You can't be serious!" Layla said, shaking her head in disbelief. "Nolan would never agree to this. You're delusional."Carla's face turned dark, her eyes flashing with anger. "I'm not delusional, and I'm not going to give up until I get what I want. You'd be wise to cooperate, or things could get very ugly."" You must be silly Carla... “ Layla snapped in anger. “Do I seem like I'm joking with you?" Carla raised a brow at her and then she laughed. "Nolan is going to have sex with me.. “ she spelled out word by word for them to hear. “And then I'm going to get pregnant and bear his child.." she said proudly for them t
“Car…la.. you…” Layla stuttered short of words as she pointed at Carla who was standing in front of her. Alive. The last time she heard about her, was her death and a funeral was held for her.Then how come Carla was standing in front of her? Was Carla the one who took Noelle away? It couldn't be… But then Layla remembered that Carla was her only enemy in the past. The one that wanted her dead!!"Carla?" Layla called again, her voice barely above a whisper. "But... I thought... you were..."She trailed off, unable to finish the sentence. Everyone had always thought that Carla had died in a car accident, but now she was standing right in front of her. Layla felt like she was in a dream or a nightmare.“Carla.." Nolan called with uncertainty in his voice. He was going to kill her for real this time if she had something to do with the abduction of his daughter.“Hi, baby. Missed me?" She blew a kiss at Nolan who held a disgusted look on his face.“Enough of all this Carla!!!” Layla sna
“I think you should talk to her yourself, she refused to eat anything," Keisha said to Nolan as they both stood by the door to Layla's room.It just marked 24 hours since Noelle was taken away from them.The whole pack was in turmoil as everyone was trying to find the little princess but it seemed like she just disappeared into thin air.Nolan has set out a huge cash prize for anyone who could provide for his child, while he did all he could to find her by searching the nook and cranny of the pack.Each time a guard came to give him reports, he hoped it was good news. “F*ck'' Nolan ran his hands through his hair as he exhaled sharply. He hadn't gotten sleep neither had he eaten, not that he was planning to, as he didn't mind starving as long as his little angel was brought back to him hale and hearty but the same couldn't be said for Layla. She was human and was also pregnant.“I'll talk to her.." Nolan voiced out.“Please do.." Keisha said as Nolan walked into the room. No one has
Layla was in great shock as she couldn't believe that someone would actually try to kidnap her daughter. It all happened so far and now Noelle is gone.It was like a nightmare come true. And now, her daughter was gone, and she had no idea where she was or what was happening to her. It was a parent's worst nightmare, and Layla felt like she was going to go crazy with worry.“Layla where were.." Nolan, who seemed to be waiting for her, asked the moment he saw her walk in.He couldn't find Layla and Noelle and they seemed to be taking long to arrive. She entered just when he was about to send out guards to look for them.Layla, who felt lifeless, fell into Nolan's arms as she didn't even know where to begin in telling him that his daughter was missing.“What happened to you and where the f*ck is Noelle?" He asked, alarmed as he couldn't shake off that foreboding feeling that something was wrong.“I… I… “ Layla began stammering as fresh tears flowed down from her eyes.“I seriously have
Noelle ran happily to her parents' room and she opened the door, barging into the room.“Mommy!!" She squealed happily as she jumped in the bed. Layla was asleep. “Yes, dear…” Layla groaned her eyes stuttering. She just finished serving Noelle her lunch a few minutes ago and decided to have some rest. What on earth did she want again? Layla thought as she slowly sat up from the bed." Baby mommy needs to sleep.. “ she yawned as Noelle immediately sat in her lap, wrapping her little hands around her neck. " You know mommy is pregnant with a little brother, so I need maximum rest. What do you want? “ Layla asked knowing the only reason Noelle would come was because she wanted something from her.She was taking some lessons with her governess before Layla left her." I want to go the the park!” Noelle announced her face beaming with smiles and Layla groaned tiredly." Come on Elle. Not today..* she pointed out.“Please, Mommy. Take me to the park, you need and daddy.." she requested p