CHAPTER TWENTY:I raised my head to look at his blazing eyes and responded, trying to stare away."Uhh."But he's got some sort of magnet in his eyes that draws me back."Who's calling you?" Xander repeated the question and I was forced to bite myself.His eyes were cold and I could sense anger, why is he angry? Is it because I kept him waiting? I promised myself not to be scared of him but I am.I have to pull myself together, or he is going to keep treating me this way."I believe your tongue is still working," he mocked and pulled me closer, my phone stopped ringing and I felt a sense of relief but I am yet to be free.What if he requests to see my phone? He can't do that, it is my phone, my property."Yeah, why do you ask?" I questioned him back before he could give a reply my phone rang again.Why is Pedro bothering me today? Why now? I rolled my eyes mentally as I wished I could slap some senses into his head wherever he is. "Aren't you going to answer the phone or do you want
Chapter Twenty one "I am not cruel, you are the one with the problem," Xander replied after taking a sip from his coffee.I raised my teary eyes to question him, how can I be the one with the problem when he is born with a stoned heart?"What do you mean?" I managed to question him without breaking down in tears. "You dream big," he replied staring coldly at me, I felt the urge to pick up the fork and stab his eyes. What does he mean by I dream big? Is he saying he is unapproachable? I can't reach his heart? Why is he being impossible? I groaned with my eyes closed, and his sexy voice which I wished would sound annoying rang in my ear. "If I were you, I would know my place."I scoffed lowly, why is he making it about me when he is at fault too? I didn't give a reply but simply sat in silence and waited for my food to be served, I would have rushed to my room on a norm but I realize I don't have to do that. Since I am the problem he should learn to deal with me. I pulled my pla
Chapter Twenty-Two "Who is there?" I asked. "It is Zuna Miss," she replied."I am busy," I uttered having no interest in whatever reason that she is here. "lunch is ready Miss," She announced."I am heading out," I replied with a smile. "You are leaving the house?" Zuna asked as if my language was not clear at first."Yeah, you guys should have it," I uttered and picked a grey mini skirt with a white off-shoulder top. "Can you get me a stylist," I requested. "Okay Miss," she replied and I heard her footstep fade.I rushed into the bathroom to have my second bath, I dressed up while someone did my hair and makeup."Thanks," I appreciated and she smiled, my phone rang just in time and I guessed it was Greg."Pass me my phone," I requested and Zuna did, I picked up the call and Greg told me he was waiting outside the mansion.I told him I would be right there, I checked myself out in the mirror before leaving the room.Zuna and the stylist trailed behind me until I got to the door, I t
Chapter Twenty-Three As if my ear heard wrong I asked again, I am sure but to be extra sure. "What did you say?" On norms, he wouldn't have to repeat it but I guess he did for me to be aware of the fact that he meant his word."You are grounded Marianne, until further notice."My lips dilated in a burst of laughter and he furrowed his brows, he looks confused. Well, I am too and I am going to demand an explanation."What am I? A teenager?" I asked amidst the laughter. "You can't ground me," I stated, with a serious expression."I can and I just did," he replied, in an authoritative tone which got me wondering if I am a slave to him."Well, you can't I am not a kid," I retorted. "You keep acting like one," he said with his eyes scanning my body."And you are forbidden to wear this type of clothes, except in the house," he added and I glanced at myself."What is wrong with what I am putting on? Why aren't I allowed to wear this?" I queried."You look like a whore," he blurted and I f
Chapter Twenty-FourXander stopped in his tracks a few steps away from me, he closed his eyes and inhaled deeply as if he is trying to control his anger.He should not do that, it will only make me feel guilty. "Why are you going back on your word?" He questioned and I raised a brow at him."What word?" I questioned as his word sounded like a riddle to me. "A certain person said to me, 'I will do whatever you say master'," he quoted me.How does he remember that, he acts like our conversation is the last thing he needs yet he keeps every detail in his mind."Do you remember?" He asked and I gulped down. "Yeah," I huffed."Why are you going back on your word?" He repeated his question walking closer. "I was bored," I answered. "That isn't an excuse," he stated."It isn't an excuse, I was bored and he offered to take me out. I couldn't have said no," I defended. "You told him you were bored?" he gasped softly. "You could have called me, what did you call him?!" He growled lowly."Okay
Chapter Twenty-five Xander picked up a lighter and lighted the cigarette between his lips, he puffed out smoke and dipped his hand into his hair.He knew he was being hard on Marianne but he just wanted to protect her, he has this soft spot for her and he can't understand why.He is staying home because he has a migraine, he could have forced himself and headed to work but he saw it as an opportunity to watch over Marianne.He walked to the sofa and took a seat, he put off the cigarette and tried to sleep but he couldn't.He felt he had hurt Marianne and wanted to make sure she was okay, he is the boss but they are going to spend lots of time together so he has to make her comfortable around him.He convinced himself that he would not have cared if not for his grandfather who has grown fond of her.After a deep thought, he stood up and headed to her room. He is clueless about what to say to her but he wanted to check on her.He found it hard to get his mind off her, he knocked on the
Chapter Twenty-six I couldn't sleep properly throughout the night as I was worried Xander would do something to me, but surprisingly he slept soundly for someone who claimed to be sick.I stared at his sleeping face with a smile, my eyes moved to his lips and I wish I could kiss him.I moved my face closer to his as I contemplate kissing him, he could wake up and I would be in trouble.Isn't that part of seduction though? I should give it a try, I moved my face closer and our lips were a few inches away from each other."You must be out of your mind Marianne," I scolded myself and withdraw, as I tried to check the time I felt a movement beside me.I turned to see Xander smiling lovingly at me. "Good morning, how do you feel?" I rushed my words as I felt like a rain-drenched chicken."I would have felt better if you didn't change your mind," he replied and I got his message."I will ask the maid to serve you breakfast in bed, you should rest for the day. I won't bother you," I changed
Chapter Twenty-seven After the long uncomfortable stare from the strange guy, Max showed up. He was surprised to see Tiana, that was the first time she will be visiting him.Though he wasn't into the relationship it has always been him heading to her place, not the other way around.He badly wanted to question her visit but at the same time didn't want to embarrass her, so he gestured for her to come in."Thanks,” Tiana forced a smile and walks into the condo. The strange guy followed while Max closed the door."Aren't you going to offer me a drink?" Tiana asked. She was there in business but she wanted to act normal too."Will you have a cup of tea or coffee?" Max asked and with a smile she replied."Coffee."Max disappeared into the kitchen while the stranger kept checking her out, the longer they spent together the more she felt uncomfortable."Max is my betrothed you know," She spoke up and the guy raised a questioning brow, why is she informing him?"And I have no plans of cheat
Chapter hundreds Meanwhile, Marianne felt a sense of closure after meeting with Greg. She had always wondered what could have been if things had turned out differently between them, but now she knew that she had made the right decision in choosing Xander.Xander noticed a change in Marianne after her meeting with Greg, and he couldn't help but feel a little jealous. He knew that Marianne loved him, but the thought of someone else having a place in her heart made him uneasy. However, he decided not to dwell on it and focused on making Marianne happy.As time passed, Marianne and Xander's relationship only grew stronger. They supported each other through thick and thin and were always there for each other. They built a life together and started a family, and Marianne couldn't be happier.One day, Marianne received a call from Greg. She was surprised to hear from him after all these years, but at the same time, she felt a sense of curiosity. Greg told her that he had moved on and was no
Chapter ninety nine As time passed, Diana focused on her career and personal growth. She traveled to new places and met new people, but she still longed for someone who would love and cherish her for who she was.One day, she met a man named Thomas, who was kind, funny, and shared her passion for adventure. They hit it off instantly and started dating. Diana was surprised at how easy it was to talk to Thomas, and how comfortable she felt around him.Soon, Diana realized that Thomas was the one she had been waiting for. He was everything she had ever wanted in a partner and more. They fell deeply in love and started building a life together.Looking back, Diana was glad that she had followed her heart and trusted her instincts. She knew that finding true love was worth the wait, and she was grateful for every experience that had led her to Thomas.Debris nervously walked into the room where the get-together was being held. It had been years since she had seen any of the Knox family, a
Chapter ninety eight Debris plans to pursue her master's degree was met with excitement and support from the family. Pedro and Brad were especially happy for her and promised to be there for her throughout the journey. Marianne offered to help her with anything she needed while Dwayne jokingly asked her to pass him some of her study notes.Debris was grateful for their support and promised to make them all proud. She had always wanted to continue her education and it felt like the right time now that she was married and had settled down. She started her classes soon after and quickly realized that it was going to be a challenge to balance school, work, and her family life.Brad and Pedro helped her with taking care of their daughter and even cooked dinner on some nights to give her more time to study. Marianne was always there to listen to her when she needed to vent and Dwayne continued to tease her about being a bookworm.Despite the challenges, Debris managed to excel in her class
Chapter ninety-seven Marianne breathed a sigh of relief as soon as she heard Cherry's voice on the other end of the line. She had been worried sick about her best friend, unable to shake the feeling that something terrible had happened to her on her flight. Cherry had been traveling out of the country with her new husband, and the thought of a plane crash had kept Marianne up all night."I'm so sorry for not calling sooner," Cherry said. "We had a bit of a scare, but we're both okay."Marianne was flooded with relief. "Thank goodness. What happened?""Well, we hit some turbulence," Cherry said. "It was really bad, but the pilots managed to regain control. It was pretty scary, though."Marianne shuddered at the thought of her friend going through such a harrowing experience. "I'm just so glad you're okay," she said.Cherry went on to explain that they had been stuck in a foreign country for a few days while the airline sorted out a replacement plane, which was why she hadn't been able
Chapter ninety six Maxwell had been struggling with the debt his company had incurred for years. He had tried everything he could think of to get out of it, but it seemed like the more he tried, the deeper he sank into it. Finally, he had to make a tough decision and sell half of his company in order to pay off the debt. It was a difficult choice, but it was one that he had to make in order to keep the rest of his company afloat.As he signed the papers and handed over control of half of his company, he felt a sense of relief wash over him. It was a huge weight off his shoulders to finally be debt-free. However, he couldn't help but feel a sense of loss as well. He had worked so hard to build his company up from nothing, and now he was giving up half of it.Brad had been there for Maxwell throughout the whole ordeal, offering him support and advice whenever he needed it. It was during one of their conversations that Brad had mentioned his own plans to start a family with Debris. Maxw
Chapter ninety five But college life was full of temptations, and Dwayne soon found himself struggling to balance his academic pursuits with the distractions of campus life. There were parties to attend, new friends to make, and endless opportunities for fun and adventure. It was easy to get caught up in the excitement and forget about his responsibilities.Dwayne knew he had to stay focused if he wanted to succeed in college. He reminded himself of the sacrifices his family had made to get him here, and he thought about the future he wanted for himself. He knew that he couldn't let temporary pleasures distract him from his long-term goals. And so, despite the temptations of college life, Dwayne remained committed to his studies. He worked hard, stayed focused, and did his best to stay true to himself. He missed home, but he knew that this was where he needed to be to achieve his dreams. And with the love and support of his family behind him, he was determined to make the most of hi
Chapter Ninety Four As the wedding day approached, Xander and Marianne's love for each other continued to grow stronger. They spent every moment they could together, cherishing the time they had before they became husband and wife.Finally, the big day arrived, and Xander stood nervously at the altar as he waited for his bride to appear. As Marianne walked down the aisle, all eyes were on her, but Xander could only see her. She was beautiful, and he couldn't believe that he was lucky enough to be marrying her.The ceremony was perfect, and as they exchanged their vows, Xander knew that he was making the best decision of his life. Marianne was his soulmate, and he was excited to spend the rest of his life with her.After the ceremony, they celebrated with a reception that was filled with laughter, dancing, and joy. Grandpa Joe had done an excellent job of planning the wedding, and everyone agreed that it was a beautiful event.As the night drew to a close, Xander and Marianne shared t
Chapter Ninety- ThreeJulio and Tiana's relationship continued to blossom in the months that followed their first date. They became inseparable, spending all their free time together and growing more in love with each passing day.After a year of dating, Julio proposed to Tiana on a beautiful beach in Hawaii. She said yes, and they began planning their dream wedding.On a sunny day in June, Julio and Tiana tied the knot in a beautiful outdoor ceremony surrounded by family and friends. It was a day they would never forget, full of love, laughter, and joy.After the wedding, Julio and Tiana moved into a cozy apartment in the city. They continued to build their lives together, supporting each other's dreams and goals.A few months later, they received the exciting news that they were expecting their first child. They were over the moon with happiness and excitement, imagining what their future family would look like.As Tiana's pregnancy progressed, Julio became more and more protective
Chapter Ninety-TwoAs the days passed, Tiana and Julio spent more time together, catching up on old times and exploring the city. Julio seemed to be feeling better, and Tiana was glad to see him smiling again. However, as they parted ways, Tiana couldn't help but wonder about the person Jason had been texting.Meanwhile, Tiana's curiosity about Julio online connection grew, and she couldn't help but do some investigating. She eventually discovered that the person Julio had been texting was an old friend of hers. She reached out to them, and they met up to catch up on old times As Tiana and her friend talked, they realized that they both had feelings for each other. They decided to take things slow, but they were excited to see where their connection would take them.Julio and Tiana had been friends for a long time, but as they spent more time together, they both began to realize that their feelings for each other had grown deeper. One night, as they were hanging out at Julio's place,