Atasha's POVNone of us dared to talk during the whole ride towards his condo.When we reached his unit the silence remains the same.When we reach the living room I sat on the couch to remove the heels that I am wearing. Tears fell from my eyes while removing my sandals and after a while, it turns into loud sobs that fill the room."Why are you crying?" he asked but I didn't bother to look at him. My head remains bowed and after a while, I covered my face using my palm and continued crying."You finally realize your mistake?" he coldly asked once again and this time I lift my head and faced him with tears cascading down my face.I bet I look ugly because my make-up is ruined from all that crying but I don't care."I miss my life," I uttered while looking at him with my eyes filled with anger."Being with my friends made me realize that this isn't the life that I want. I can't even stomach living here with you. I can't sleep peacefully at night knowing that I am living with a killer,
Conrad's POVAfter arriving at the company I immediately headed to my office and started signing some projects.After a while, my secretary, Jameson Sullivan, stepped inside."The meeting will start in five minutes Sir," he informed me so I simply nod my head."I'll be there," I responded then stood up and wear my coat.I stepped out of my office and walked towards the meeting room. When I stepped inside all of them stood up and then bowed at me."Good morning," I simply greeted then sat at the swivel chair placed in the centre.I waited for a few minutes and when the meeting started I focused my eyes on the presentation.The presentation lasted for half an hour and when it was done everyone started raising their questions."Since your fiancé's family supplies guns in Asia maybe we can use her to build a connection there," Mr Forter suggested so I looked at him and then nod my head acknowledging his suggestion."I'll look into that Mr Forter," I suggested."Your wife should be here Con
Atasha's POVI woke up to the sound of my alarm clock. I held my pounding head and then force myself to get up. I walk towards the bathroom and stared at myself in the mirror then let out a deep breath to wash my face. I felt sticky so I decided to clean myself and take a quick bath. When I am done I stepped out of the room and walked towards the kitchen.I saw Conrad's firm back and even though I already saw his bare back I can't help but be amazed at how well-built his muscles are."Good morning," he uttered after a while which made me jump a little. I thought he isn't aware that I am standing behind him but I guess I underestimated his senses.I swallowed hard then greeted back."Good morning," I responded then walked towards the refrigerator to get bottled water.I lean my back at the sink while drinking the water and stealing glances at Conrad. I choked when he caught me and our eyes met so I immediately look away and wipe some water that I had spit out. "Are you okay?" he asked
Conrad's POVFew days before the wedding my schedule became very hectic. Dad wants to hold a grandiose wedding since he wants everyone to know that Sawyer and Quinn already sealed their ties."A backless gown suits you Atasha since you have a sexy back, you have to show it off," my mother suggested while showing Atasha different designs of gowns.Atasha flashed an awkward smile and then nod her head."Okay..." she shyly responded then looked at me but I immediately looked away and focused my eyes on the magazine that I am holding."What do you think Conrad, it suits her right?" my mother asked so I took a glance."It's way too revealing," I responded."You just have poor taste son," she uttered and I was about to respond when she spoke again."Don't listen to your fiancé Atasha. This gown will suit you perfectly, " she uttered and I decided to keep silent.After choosing our wedding gown and suits we moved on to food tasting. We are rushing everything since we have limited time but I
Atasha's POVWedding day and everyone are extremely busy while I am sitting in front of the mirror looking at my reflection watching the makeup artist applying colour to my face.After a while, the make-up artist looked at my face intently and a wide smile appeared on her lips."You look, beautiful Ma'am," she uttered pleased with what she is seeing.I looked at my reflection. I can still recognize my face but something has changed in a good way and it gave me confidence.A genuine smile appeared on my lips then looked at the make-up artist."You did a good job," I compliment her work but she shook her head."I didn't do much Ma'am, you are just indeed a goddess," she uttered.When I am ready we took some photos and after that, I stepped inside the bridal car and drove towards the church a few minutes away from the hotel.After a few minutes, we arrived at our destination. I looked at my father who is sitting beside me. We might have some misunderstandings but he can't miss this kind
Conrad's POVI held Atasha's hand firmly and pulled her towards my car.She kept on mumbling nonsense while I am dragging her.After a while, we reached my car so I helped her step inside since she can no longer control her movements.When Atasha is inside the car I closed the door of the passenger seat and then walked to the other side.I stepped inside my car and before starting the engine I helped her wear her seatbelts. "Where are my friends?" she asked while her eyes are half open.I let out a deep breath and then ignored her."Where am I?" she asked in a drunk tone."Whoa! I have a ring," she blurted out all amused while looking at the diamond ring that she was wearing."Did I steal it?" her eyes widened then covered her mouth with her palm.I throw a glance at her side."Will you please shut up?" I asked a bit annoyed because she is talking nonstop."Who are you?" she asked then after a while I felt her hand holding my face and forcefully turning my head on her side.I immedia
Atasha's POVMy forehead creased while looking at the man in front of me. He is staring at me intently and I felt uncomfortable."I'm sorry Sir, but I don't know you," I responded then smiled at him.Conrad held my hand firmly so I looked at him."Go to your room," he said but I shook my head."I will stay here," I firmly uttered. I saw irritation in his eyes but that didn't scare me at all.Conrad let out a deep breath and then faced the unfamiliar men inside his unit."You may sit," he coldly uttered.The policemen and the man who is looking at me intently sat on the couch while I and Conrad are sitting across from them."You will face charges for illegal shipments of guns and explosives Mr Sawyer," the man straightforwardly uttered but Conrad doesn't seem to be bothered by that."That's all?" he asks with boredom plastered on his face."We have solid evidence that will put you in jail, Mr Sawyer," they added but Conrad simply smiled at him, crossed his legs then leaned his back on
Conrad's POVFear consumed me once again. I thought I am over this trauma but it turns all this time I am pretending and I am just caging that one traumatic experience inside my head.I don't know whom should I call. I can't call my mother because I know she will be heartbroken once she knows that I am still dealing with my traumatic past.I can't call my father because he hates it whenever he sees me as weak. For him, I should be strong all the time because that is how he raised me.I don't have any friends to call as well. Veronica is close to me but she doesn't that part of me and I don't want to show it to her because I can't let other people know my weakness. They might use it against me.While in the middle of thinking one face crossed my mind... Atasha.I don't want them to be gotten in me but it seems like I am slowly trusting her. Before I could even knew it my hands are already dialling her number and after a while, she answered the call.I felt like I don't have control ove
Atasha's POVI always dream of this moment.To walk down the aisle while the man that I love is waiting for me.When I met Conrad that dream shattered.The wedding that I imagined to have vanished into thin air because I was forced to marry him without any romantic feelings attached.When I met him I felt like my life already ended. The dreams that I had were gone but little did I know, that meeting Conrad would leave me to a better life. More than the life that I have asked to have.Tears fell on my cheeks as I walked down the aisle while my eyes were fixated on him.He's crying too but there's a huge smile plastered on his face.He's crying out of happiness I can tell.When I finally reached the end of the aisle Dad gave my hand to Conrad."You look beautiful Love," he whispered as he guided me to the altar. We faced the priest together with a smile plastered on our faces.We listened to the lecture and the whole time I was listening to the words of God I felt my heart lightened.W
Atasha's POVAfter sending the kids to school, Conrad drove me to the hospital and before I stepped out of his car I stared at his face with a smile plastered on my lips."Good luck with your presentation Love," He smiled at me and reached for my hand. He planted a soft kiss on it and stared at my eyes intently."Thank you Love. I'll do good, I'll make you and the twins proud,"I squeezed his hand and shook my head. "You already made us proud, you don't have to prove yourself to us just do your best,"I saw how his lips stretched for a wide smile and it warms my heart to see worry slowly leaving his face. "I don't know what I would do without you Atasha," he whispered as he pulled me into a tight hug.We were having an intimate moment when a knock on the car window interrupted us.Upon turning my head I saw Grace's face on the window, trying to see what was inside."Your friend is so nosy," Conrad jokingly commented which made me smile."She is," I replied agreeing to what he said.I
Atasha's POVWe spent a few hours at the water, and when the sun became scorching hot, we decided to head back to our cottage and take a rest.Conrad and I prepared our lunch together.We opted to grill some meat for our meal, and once we were done, we settled around a small table, enjoying the breathtaking view."I wish we could have stayed here forever," Alison commented, which brought laughter from all of us."Can we build a small house here, Mom?" Asher asked, his unspoken desire evident. I knew he loved it here as well."Your Dad and I will discuss it," I replied, glancing at Conrad. As our eyes met, he smiled warmly at me."I'll start saving money for your dream beach house," he proclaimed, eliciting smiles from the kids."I want my room to be all pink, Dad. I'll make curtains out of shells. It'll be so cute," Alison chimed in, her excitement evident as she talk about her dream room.Conrad smiled at Alison and nodded."We'll make that happen," he assured her.After our satisfyi
Conrad's POVI woke up at four in the morning and quickly took a shower. When I stepped out of the bathroom, Atasha was already awake, rubbing her eyes as if she had just woken up."Good morning," I greeted her.Atasha's gaze wasn't fixed on my face but on my body. A smirk spread across my lips as I walked towards her. She seemed frozen in place.I stopped in front of her and held her chin, making our eyes meet."Eyes up here, love," I said, noticing the embarrassment on her face. She slapped my hand away and pushed me aside before getting up.She was about to walk towards the bathroom, probably to escape from me, but I held her hand to stop her and hugged her from behind.Atasha stayed still as I hugged her tightly."Conrad, I can feel something," she said, making me laugh.Atasha turned around and looked directly into my eyes."Sorry, it's morning," I apologized.Atasha looked at me intently, then lowered her gaze, and I felt a bit embarrassed when I saw her eyes fixed on my member.
Atasha's POVWhen the kids disappeared from our sight, Conrad let out a deep sigh, and I gently caressed his shoulder to ease the heaviness he felt inside.Conrad looked at me, and I smiled back at him."I'll sleep here," he said."Okay," I replied, as he always sleeps here anyway."I'll just get a few things from my unit," he added, and I nodded, walking him out of the house.I watched him step inside his car. Before driving away, he rolled down his window and looked at me."I'll be back, love. I love you," he said, and I couldn't help but smile upon hearing those words."Drive safely. I love you," I reminded him, and his smile grew wider as he nodded at me before driving away.A huge smile remained on my lips as I watched Conrad's car slowly disappear from my view.I was so focused on his car that I didn't notice Grace standing by my side.She elbowed me, causing me to flinch."Shit, you scared me!" I blurted out, holding my chest in shock at her sudden appearance."What's with the
Conrad's POVWe settled around the table, trying to create a sense of togetherness. However, my attempts to catch the kids' attention were in vain—they kept avoiding me, refusing to even make eye contact. "Your pasta tastes good, Conrad," Dad commented, bringing a smile to my face."Thank you, Dad," I replied, then turned my gaze towards the twins."After we finish eating, would you like to watch a movie?" I asked, patiently awaiting their response."We already watched a movie with Grandpa, right Asher?" Alison chimed in, looking towards her twin.Asher nodded his head in confirmation."We also have to take a nap," he added."How about we go to the park after your nap?" I suggested, but they both shook their heads simultaneously."It's drizzling," Alison explained, returning to her pasta.I let out a deep breath, feeling defeated as I couldn't come up with another idea to make it up to them.I felt Atasha's hand holding mine, so I looked at her and she smiled, causing me to smile bac
Atasha's POVI watched as Conrad knelt in front of Alison, filled with guilt evident in his tone."I'm sorry," he uttered, his voice laced with remorse.Alison continued to cry, so Asher pulled her into a tight hug and glanced at his father."You always let us down, Dad. Uncle Sebastian is a better father than you. He made time for Alison's recital, even though he was busy treating sick people. I wish he were our Dad, not you," Asher said, his gaze fixed on Conrad."Asher, don't speak to your father like that," I firmly interjected.Asher fell silent, taking deep breaths to calm himself."It's fine, Atasha," Conrad assured me, forcing a smile on his lips.Conrad attempted to hold Alison and Asher's hands, but they kept removing his grasp, distancing themselves from him.Conrad let out a deep breath, tears glistening in his eyes.He swallowed hard and forced another smile."Daddy will make it up to both of you, I promise. Do you want ice cream? Shall we go to the mall? Would you like n
Conrad's POVI drove towards my office after dropping Atasha off at the hospital.The moment I stepped inside my office, I immediately went to my secretary to check my schedule. I had a dinner meeting later, so I informed Atasha that I wouldn't be home early.Coming home late seemed to be my routine for this month and possibly the following month. I had to work extra hard to regain everything that the company had lost.I started signing the documents and lost track of time. My secretary brought me lunch, so I took a quick break and called Atasha while I ate.After a few rings, she answered the call."Have you had your lunch?" I asked, hearing the twins in the background."Yeah, we're at a restaurant right now having our lunch. I'm with the twins. Do you want to talk to them?" she asked."Yes, please," I said, and after a few seconds, I heard Alison's voice fill my ears. "Hi Daddy," she greeted happily."Hi, baby. Are you eating right now?" I asked."Yes, Dad. I ordered pasta, and I w
Atasha's POVConrad embraced me tightly. I could sense that something was troubling him, but I didn't want to pressure him into opening up to me. Perhaps he needed time to figure things out on his own, so I would give him that time and patiently wait for him to share his burdens with me.I rested my head on his chest and let myself drift off to sleep.The next morning, I woke up to the sound of the twins knocking on our door. When I looked beside me, Conrad had just woken up as well. He rubbed his eyes and walked towards the door. As he opened it, the twins came running towards the bed."Good morning, Mommy," they greeted, showering me with kisses."What about Daddy?" Conrad asked, his jealousy evident in how the children greeted me.I laughed when I saw him pouting his lips while looking at the twins.The twins laughed at his expression and then stood up to give their father a tight hug."Good morning, Daddy," they greeted in unison, kissing their father on the cheeks.Conrad smiled