ELISA'S POV CONTD
"Stand up." Mother in law ordered making me scrunch my nose, this woman is testing my damn nerves.
"If you want to eat, go get the damn food yourself, don't interrupt my sleep." I hissed in anger shutting my eyes while ignoring her.
"Is that a way to speak to my mother?" Derrick questioned angrily.
Remind me why I chose to fall in love with this loser of all people, probably the charm he had when we were in college, now his annoyance is beginning to surpass that charm.
"You should be grateful that all I'm doing to her is speaking in that manner." I grumbled, then all of a sudden, someone yanked me from the bed and I fell to the ground, my butt hitting the floor hard.
"Okay what the heck!" I yelled standing up, my eyes blazing with anger.
I could see Derrick recoil back in fear, he knew nothing good would come out of my anger, then why cause it in the first place.
"Why are you yelling at me? You have bo right in this house, no authority, you are just an infertile woman taking up space."
My eyes twitched aggressively hearing her words, I clenched and unclenched my fists trying to control the urge to smash this darn woman head into a wall.
Before I could utter a word, Derrick's mother brought the girl that was standing in the background to her front.
"Unlike you, this girl is quite fruitful and now she is carrying my grandchild." She said making me stunned.
I stared at her, then at the girl, then at the girl's belly before glancing at Derrick.
"You cheated?" I asked in a calm voice.
He looked away giving me the answer I want.
What did I expect from a bastard like him, well at least now he has given me a good reason to leave him.
"I'm so sorry ma'am, Sir Derrick and I are in love, and this child is as a result of our love, I hope you aren't mad." I glanced at the girl and scoffed at her words.
"Yeah right, you fell in love with a married man and someone end up conceiving his child, I'm not dumb, I know what happens to have a child it's not just loving each other that brings them into this world." I paused for a bit staring at them.
"I'm not just sure who seduced who first, if you're the one, let me tell you, what makes you so sure that a man who cheated once won't do so again."
"Elisa!" Derrick yelled.
"You fucking bastard, don't yell at me!" I hissed angrily before sighing and taking in a deep breath.
"So you brought her so I can leave right? Now get out, I need to pack my things."
Derrick's mother stared at me suspiciously before leaving with the bimbo.
"Aren't you going to beg?" Derrick asked making me sigh, "What? You expect me to beg you? You are the one that cheated, you are lucky I'm not castrating you Derrick."
"You are going to regret this." He stated pointing his finger at me, while I stared him coldly, "No Derrick, you're the one going to regret this." I answered with a smile that didn't reach my eyes.
In anger, he stormed out of the room slamming the door shut.
With everyone gone, I sunk in my bed feeling a bit dejected, hurt, disappointment and anger hit me all at once.
Despite acting like it didn't affect me, I am still human after all, and betrayals no matter how big or small will definitely affect me.
"Well, I guess this chapter is closed." Sighing once more, I got up from my bed and packed my things into a suitcase, dragging it out.
My parents will be way too happy when they hear this.
Muttering curses under my breath I finally reached the parlour, seeing the way Derrick's mother and himself were fawning over his mistress, it makes me want to puke.
Only if the girl knew what is in store for her if she stays with this dude, well it's none of my business, let her eat the fruits of her labour.
"Expect the divorce papers." I announced calmly before walking out, not looking back.
They were not worth a second glance after all.
I hailed a cab, watching the trees fly pass as I imagined my parents expression.
They warned me against marrying Derrick, but I had insisted on it.
Recollecting our last fight, my face flushed red with embarrassment.
"Are you okay ma'am?" The taxi driver asked with concern and I nodded indicating I was.
Ha! My younger self was such a fool, well, lesson learnt, never again.
Looking at the huge gates before me I sighed, I guess today will be my highest number of counts for sighing.
Ringing the doorbell, I tapped my foot on the floor waiting impatiently.
"Elisa!" The moment the door opened up I was greeted with my mother's enthusiastic face, then she grabbed me hugging me extremely tight.
"Ma, you're going to squeeze me to death." I struggled to say, this woman is too jolly for her own good.
"You left home for a while and then refused to come visit, now you won't let me hug you, your so ungrateful." She pouted making me resign.
"You don't have to worry, you'll be seeing my face more often now." I gestured to the suitcase behind my back and she instantly frowned.
"What the hell?" She cursed, "Did that bastard chase you out?"
"He cheated, got someone pregnant." I said with a shrugged.
"Oh, my baby." She cried hugging me even tighter that before.
Did she realize we are still outside? Well it doesn't matter anyway, we own all 10,000 square feet.
"Now that you're single, do you mind going on a blind date?" My left eye twitched a bit, maybe I should have looked for an apartment instead of coming home, I am not prepared for another round of fake smiles and meeting spoilt brats.
"Come on let's go in." She said dragging me into the compound leaving my suitcase outside.
"You don't need that crap, you have better designer dresses at home." Wasn't this woman crying few seconds ago?
Guess this is welcome back home for me.
"You're here." My dad pointed out coldly."Her husband cheated on her." My mother said instantly making me sigh, couldn't she have waited till the old man was calm."I told you not to marry that man." Father sneered angrily while I shrugged."How do you plan to deal with it? Would you leave him be?" "Of course not." I responded settling down on the chair opposite my father.The Gilbert family, a household name that is not to be trifled with.After all, running a billion dollar company comes with some power.That is the family I came from, and the same one I am set to rule in the nearest future. Ignoring an issue like cheating is something my dad would not let me tolerate but honestly retaliating against that asshole is a waste of energy, for an ego as big as his, living my best life is the best revenge.The main reason why I didn't even tell him about my real identity was because of that ego of his, coming out as The Elisa Gilbert will hurt his pride so much."I'll contact his compa
DAMON'S POV "There's no need to be scared, you can sit." I said calmly.Elisa hesitated for a while before finally taking her seat."So care to enlighten me what a married woman is doing on a blind date?" I asked nonchalantly as I poured water into her cup.Elisa shifted uncomfortably for a bit before sighing and grabbing the cup with her two hands.How cute, I thought to myself seeing her reaction.I already knew what happened, her mother had narrated everything to me, and maybe because I might have made what happened to actually happen.Derrick is a man that will limit her potential, I knew it from the first day I saw him.I was heading to confess my love to Elisa when I found her in the arms of another man, I was pissed, very pissed.In the end, we had a big fight that made us to cut off contact with each other, actually she cut off contact with me."First of all, I'm not here on by my own will I was tricked, also Derrick cheated and we are getting a divorce so I am not exactly a
Elisa's POV Seeing Derrick standing there with his hand wrapped around his mistress waist made me remember past grievances."Why do you need to know?" I questioned back calmly, ready to leave with Damon when Derrick's snort held me back."You seem to have not gotten over me yet, stalking me like this is uncalled for, I will warn you to stop or I'll file a restraining order against you." Derrick heaved making me sigh inwardly.What exactly did I see in this clueless fool that I fell for him."Why don't you sign the divorce papers first." I stated crossing my arms in displeasure.I had just proposed a marriage deal to Damon, it's best I sort out the divorce issue quickly enough."Divorce? You? Divorce me?" Derrick laughed, unable to believe my words, I'm pretty sure I said it yesterday."You have clung to me for some years now, how do you intend to survive on your own without a job." He jested before pushing his mistress forward."My beautiful Mira here is the cousin to Damon Thorne, w
ELISA'S POV A smile settled on my lips the moment I got the message that Derrick has been fired.I should have stuck around to see his expression, what a shameless man.Shaking my head as I recollected our encounter, I turned off my car, and got down immediately spotting a maid standing at the entrance of the house with my mother pacing about looking worried.Looks like she had disappeared on purpose this morning just so I won't suspect a thing.I should pretend to be mad for a while."Elisa." My mother called out for me in a shaky voice but I just walked past her wearing a fake frown on my face.Dad was sitting in the parlour, although the old man never seems to show emotions, after spending years with him, I could tell he was nervous and impatient.Did my remarriage really bother them that much?Suddenly, my nose felt slightly itchy as the urge to cry overwhelmed me.These people has managed to meet my every needs since I was a child only for me to get older and run away with a goo
DERRICK'S POV"This is bad." Mother exclaimed, sinking into the chair, while I sighed.I had just broken the news of me being fired to her.Mira is upstairs resting, I haven't told her yet, it's best if she doesn't find out, I don't want her to worry and end up affecting the baby."I told you, we shouldn't have brought Mira home." I voiced out, if my mother hadn't insisted I would have just kept Mira out and take care of our child while Elisa stayed here."Why would I watch while my grandchild is out there by himself, no way, I don't care if this is the outcome but I won't change my decision." Seeing the way she argued strongly I sighed."What do we do mom? The shaman said that Elisa is a good luck charm and as long as we have her in this house, things would work out for us, but it's been barely 2 days since she left, and I already lost my job." I lamented with worry.We had no savings, if I can't find a job within the next 3 weeks we're doomed."Your answer is in your own words, jus
ELISA'S POV The introduction was shorter than expected, dad merely just told the board I will be stepping up as the CEO soon and then dismissed me saying I wasn't qualified to be in their meetings yet.On a normal day I would have argued with him but since I still had Derrick to deal with, I just walked out and headed over to his place instantly.The moment he opened the door, I shoved the papers in his face, "The divorce papers." I stated coldly but he just stared at me shocked.It was then I caught sight of the hickeys on his body making me wrinkle my nose, what a pathetic bastard."Let's go in and discuss this." He offered with a surprisingly calm voice which made me stunned, Derrick was never the rational type, that aside why does he still want to discuss this when he is still in the high throes of cheating."There's nothing to discuss Derrick, we are over." I stated firmly in a cold voice.I don't know what game he is playing, I have to be cautious, something feels wrong."If yo
ELISA'S POVI struggled to open my eyes, my mind feeling foggy and clouded."What happened?" I groaned when I saw the unfamiliar dark environment.Trying to stand up, I fell back to the ground, my back hitting the wall hard, that's when I noticed something, I am restrained, and judging by the coldness against my wrist, it was chains holding me down.The memories started flooding in, I had come to drop off the divorce papers with Derrick and then he jumped on me, force feeding me some juice which led to me losing consciousness."Shit." I cursed at my stupidity, I should have brought guards or even my lawyer.I was trying to be careful, after finding out Mira's supposed identity from Derrick, I thought he would not want to let me go if he found out I am a rich heiress.That's why I came myself, who knew the result would end up like this."Oh you're awake." Derrick's voice echoed in the room, followed by the flick of a switch.Soon enough, light flooded the whole room causing me to squin
Damon's POV I stared at Eli's unconscious body laying on the hospital bed, the scene replaying in my head, over and over again, I never expected to be hold unto her in that manner, with blood all over her face and hair."We came as soon as we heard." Elisa's mom rushed into the hospital with a panic stricken face, while I stood up adjusting my expression."What happened?" Elisa's father asked me calmly but underneath I could sense the rage brimming.After all, someone had dared to hurt the Gilbert's heiress, and his precious daughter, his anger is very well valid.With no hesitation I recounted what happened.I heard from her father that she left after the introduction but didn't head home instantly, it didn't take me long enough to figure out she went to Derrick's place.At first I was hesitant on going, but soon it was night time, in the guise of wanting to discuss marriage plans, I went to her home only to find out that she wasn't back yet.Instantly I knew something was wrong.I
ELISAI finally confessed to Damon, it felt like a heavy burden had been lifted off my chest.Though crying was not part of my plan, I couldn't control it for some reason.As I was about to respond to Damon's reassuring words, I noticed him frown like he was in severe pain.“Damon, are you okay?” I asked, feeling panicked and not knowing what to do.“I'm fine.” He replied, forcing a smile at me before holding me by the waist and placing my head gently against his chest.“Let's just dance to the music, it's your favorite song.” He stated in a dismissive tone, making me worry.“Damon-”“Eli, this is a moment we both want to enjoy, let's just do this with pleasure.” He looked at me with soft eyes before continuing dancing.Why does it sound like he just told me that regardless of what pain he was going through, it didn't matter right now.I shouldn't lie, I wanted this night to last long as well, I mean we just officially confessed to each other and I just accepted Damon, but his health
DAMON“Let's head in.” Elisa said, stretching her hand out for me to take.With a smile, I took her hands trailing behind her as she led me through the stairs.“Everywhere seems empty.” I pointed out and she nodded.“I rented the whole restaurant out.” Her reply came with a smug look.My eyes softened, I watched in silence as she interacted with the waiter who then led us to a table beside the window with a great overview of the city.I sincerely hope everything won't end up with a horrible turn.Especially since it's almost nighttime.“Damon!” Elisa sharp voice drew me out of my thoughts.“Yes?” I looked at her, forcing a smile, I don't want her know what's going on with me, she might start worrying again, or fight with me for making a “stupid” decision.“You were lost in thoughts? Are you okay?” She inquired, concern evident in her voice.Fuck, I made it so obvious.“It's nothing, I'm just admiring the city view.” I brushed it off, pulling her chair back and leading her to have her
DAMONAfter the meeting was over, I rushed down as soon as I could, just stopped a few steps away from the exit door, I stopped trying to regulate my breathing.It might seem awkward if she finds out I ran out here, after ensuring I was calm, I walked out disregarding the looks my employee's gave me.I saw her sedan parked in front and I jogged over, tapping on the window lightly.“Hey.” She greeted me nervously as she rolled down the window, her face full of questions.Well, my thoughtful employees ended things after 10 minutes, giving me the opportunity to come here earlier.“We finished on early.” I answered her obvious question.An awkward silence followed, and I just stared at Eli with the urge to compliment her.She looks so beautiful, I don't even need to see her full fit to know she's stunning.The only problem was that I couldn't compliment her even if I wanted to.Especially after this morning incident, If I gave her any compliments, she might just think I had intentionally
ELISAI parked my car outside the building, contemplating whether I should go inside or not.In the end I decided to give Damon a call, just In case he was busy.“Hey Damon.” I greeted the moment he picked up the call.“Yes?” He answered, I took in a deep breath trying to regulate my heart beat after hearing his voice.“Are you busy?” I asked, my heart beating so loud I could swear passers-by would be able to hear it as well.“Kind of.”“Oh.” Disappointment crushed me, what was I thinking? Of course, he would be busy, I mean he owes a massive conglomerate.I opened my car door ready to leave when his words stopped my movements, he would be done in the next 30 minutes…My excitement and anxiety all rushed back in as shut the car door back, leaning against the car.“Oh okay, finish your work, I'm downstairs waiting for you.”Damon responded with an okay, but I couldn't care less, I hurriedly got into my car bringing out my compact mirror to check my make-up.Just because of the plan I s
ELISA“What's the employee's name?” I asked Amber not wanting to believe that it was Derrick standing in my office lobby.“Thomas.” My heart eased a bit hearing the name, I should really call the doctor to confirm some things.“Good day ma'am.” Thomas turned around to greet me, and I was instantly taken aback.His build looks like that of Derrick's, but his face was seventy percent similar to that of Damon.Was the universe trying to play some funny trick on me or what? Well, newsflash it was not funny, not even the tiniest bit.“Let's head into my office. Amber go get me some coffee, get black coffee this time around.” I dished out orders before walking into my office.Dropping my bag on the table I did a round about sitting down on my chair.“You don't get to sit unless I say so.” I frowned when I saw Thomas already taking his seat.“I'm sorry, ma'am.” He apologized, instantly springing up to his feet.His hand clasped themselves tightly, his whole demeanor screamed nervousness, tha
DAMONI smiled when I got into the house and saw Elisa sleeping on the couch soundly, she must have been waiting for me.Tip toeing, I walked over to her side and tried to pick her up being as gentle as I could.It's really refreshing to come back from a long day of work to see her cute puffy face.Her body shifted in my hold making me gulp nervously, I stared at her lips struggling with every cell in my body not to steal a kiss from her.No, doing it without consent especially when she has not accepted me was bad.I should try and control myself better, what am I even thinking of?She already told me to hang in there so I should try and control myself.I felt Eli struggle against me bringing my attention to her."Did I wake you up?" I asked in a low tone, scolding myself Inwardly, I should be more careful next time."You came very late today." She pointed out, I bit my inner lip trying to control myself from smiling.She was worried about me."I know, I'm sorry, I had to take care of
ELISA "Are you okay?" Damon's face appeared in front of me disrupting my thoughts."Oh I'm fine." I answered but he just pursed his lips placing the food tray he brought on the bed."You are breaking out in cold sweat, do you feel uneasy?" He questioned placing his palm on my forehead."No, no, I'm good I swear it. Thanks for the food." I gestured to the breakfast on the bed trying to change the topic."It's no issue, you should eat then go wash up, I'll go do the same." I nodded at his words and watched as he left sighing.That was a close one, I didn't want him to see me as weird if I divulged my dream to him.I pushed all those thoughts aside and munched on the toast he brought, pushing it down with the hot chocolate.I've got to say, Damon Thorne has quite a talent for cooking, compared to me.When I was done, I head to the bathroom and took a shower.I should call that doctor later on to confirm Derrick's death, my instincts were telling me something was wrong.By the time I was
ELISAI could feel Damon's piercing gaze but I couldn't lift my head to look at him.I probably seem quite pathetic, few months back I told him there is no hope between us and here I am asking him to wait."You know what, forget it." I said, letting his sleeves go, but before my hands dropped, Damon pulled me into his embrace, hugging me tight."I would wait as long as you want me to Eli." He coaxed in a soft voice.I was stunned, the urge to cry overwhelming me, I'm pretty sure my eyes were glossy with tears at this point.Sniffling, I raised my hands slowly hugging him back, my actions causing him to hold me even tighter."Why were you acting that way in the car? I thought you were fed up with waiting for me or something." I voiced out my concerns.One thing I've learned from therapy was that I have to communicate my concerns no matter how odd they were.That way, instead of just guessing their reaction in my head I would be able to deduce their real reaction."Oh no." Damon hurried
ELISAAfter my marriage with Damon, dad kept his promise and stepped down from his position, leaving me to take over as CEO.I wanted to use my "busy nature," as an opportunity to avoid Damon but after that night he offered to drive me to work and back.Ever since then it became a routine, and anytime he came to pick me up he brought a bouquet of roses along.It felt nice being cared for like this, during my relationship with Derrick I had been the one putting all the effort and any small actions he made seemed like a big deal to me.Maybe that's why this felt different.Seeing the familiar black rolls royce parked Infront of the office building made my heart swell with joy."Hey." He greeted me as usual handing me the flowers."Thank you." I took it from his hands my face heating up in the process, as I sniffed the roses to inhale their scents.It's been three months since I broke down completely in front of this man yet he never brought up the matter.Instead he just stuck to my sid