"Is it my fault? Am I not allowed to ask about the mansion? I haven't talked to my parents since I came here! Delton, I am not your hostage!"I was so pissed that I smashed him with the soft pillow, but he managed to catch it."Tell me that again after a year, Baby," he murmuree coolly.I squinted my eyes a little more when his phone rang. He picked it up from his pajamas' pocket and answered it right away. But I managed to stop his hand and check who the caller was. And I smirked as annoyance crept into me upon reading the caller's name."And now, who has clean hands, Attorney? Go and enjoy Ashkey's company. And don't be mad if, in the end, Andres will be my endgame!"I gave him a sharp glance, but I didn't expect his rage. He didn't think twice about ending the call and dropped the phone in front of me. He stomped up and messed up his hair."I don't fucking deserve this! Go, run to your Andres, and let's see if you can still see him roaming around," he threatened, which made me gasp
"I don't want to, Delton. I might hurt your secretary."I poured fresh milk on the glass before turning to him. He was facing the stove and cooking pancakes seriously."I don't really understand why your blood is so hot towards Ashley. She is kind and very productive—"I put the glass down loudly on the table, which made him stunned. His forehead was knotted when he looked at me from behind."Fiesty, Baby. It's okay. You can break all the glass here. I will replace it soon anyway." He shrugged his shoulders and put the pancake on the plate.He added some butter and maple syrup on top of it, as well as slices of cheese on the side of the plate."Eat well. Whether you like it or not, I'll bring you to the law firm."I irritatedly looked at him and wanted to disagree, but he managed to feed me the slice of pancake."So cute of you, Savvy. That's nice, just eat well, Baby."He smirked and ignored my deathly stare. And so, I madly chewed the pancake."And even if I'm going to be choked rig
I hissed and invited myself to sit on the cozy sofa inside his office. I loudly put my bag on the glass table. I raised my brow, which made him say goodbye to whom he was talking to on the other line.All I thought was he would go near me, but no. He sat down in his swivel chair and abruptly opened a folder.My lips parted and I stood immediately. I planned to walk towards him, but then the door opened and a very thin lady entered his office. I squinted my eyes upon staring at her purple-revealing dress.Maybe they need to have a dress code here at his law firm, so people will look decent."Attorney~ It's been a long while, Delton. I caught my husband cheating again, and I'm going to file for an annulment. I want to get out of this marriage!" She uttered as she sat on the chair in front of Delton's table. She even cried simply.I rolled my eyes and sat down again. I stared at them with boredom."What is it, Mrs. Villamore? I told you the grounds for annulment before. You cannot annul
"I think I can now annul you, Attorney," I uttered seriously while he was busy cutting the steak on my plate."Hm? Really? What's your ground, Savvy? I am confident I have done nothing wrong." A devilish grin left my lips as I forked a piece of meat from what he cut."Psychological incapacity. You are insane, Attorney."He stopped cutting the steak and lifted his eyes at me."You think I am crazy, Baby?"I shrugged my shoulders and leaned on the chair."I'm absolutely certain, Attorney. First and foremost, who in their right mind would marry someone from their enemy's family? It's you. Who in their right mind is so proud of their wife but they never love each other? You again. And who, in their right mind, will hang three big wedding portraits in the building's lobby? It's you again. And who, in their right mind, will reserve a whole restaurant just because their wife doesn't want to be flaunted in public? It's you, Delton."I shook my head and looked at him with disappointment, "I d
I hissed and crossed my arms in front of my chest."I was just out of my mind, Attorney. Can you please take me home? I am tired."He didn't say a word or touch me to comfort me. Instead, he opened the car door quietly."Fine. We'll go home now."I frowned as I entered his car while he walked towards the other side and hopped in from the driver's seat. I didn't wait for him to fix my seatbelt; I myself did the job as I leaned on the seat. I could see his reaction from the rear view mirror; his brows met as his lips pursed.I closed my eyes again, being annoyed with myself. I closed my legs as I felt the wetness inside and remembered what had happened in the restaurant.I do really feel stupid for letting him rule me. And what's that? One touch and I will give in easily. I didn't even protest. I should have shouted to alarm the guard, but no! I just closed my eyes and felt the sensation!My gosh, Sage! I think I am the one who is going crazy and has psychological incapacity.I didn't o
"Your mom wants me to teach you how to cook. This is just a simple pancake, Savvy."Using the whisk, he mixed up the flour and egg.I yawned lazily and sleepily, watching what he was doing."I thought you could do it all. You even stated that you would do the cooking and cleaning."The sun wasn't yet up when he woke me up just to cook pancakes."Hm. I realized that you have to learn things, Savvy. I may not always be by your side at some times—""Much better! That would be fun if you're not with me, Attorney." I smirked, which made him stop mixing the ingredients."You want that, huh? Fine. Hold this whisk and put that melted butter here."My eyes grew wider when he made me hold the whisk. Then he pulled the melted butter towards me."What am I going to do with this?""Do it, Savvy. Make your own pancakes." He wore his subtle smile as he leant on the table. He even folded his arm in front of his chiseled chest.My lips parted and just mixed the ingredients out of annoyance. My lips we
I felt scared that I wasn't able to react. His words lingered in my mind until we were already at the swimming pool.My mind was too occupied to even see the beachball coming my way. My eyes widened when someone caught the ball in front of me. That was just an inch away from my face."My Savvy is clearly not on her self, Mo—Ma'am."I heard Mommy and Daddy exhale a deep sigh as they exited the pool."I think so too, Attorney. Alright, you two, love birds, have fun in the pool," Mommy uttered as she wore the robe that Daddy handed her."Do you have problem, Savvy?" Delton asked calmly before he shoved the beachball somewhere and guided me at the side of the pool."Huh? Nothing. I'm just thinking about how you became alone at the age of nine," I admitted."At the age of nine years old, I was already living in luxury. I have lots of Barbies and I always go to Disney. While he was living alone, how did he possibly survive?"Does that bother you too much? Do not think about it. Just be than
"Are you sure I'm going to paint you with just that towel?"I closed my eyes as I examined his whole being. He looks so hot, and that is my problem. He hasn't done anything yet, but he can already warm the surroundings."Yes, Savvy. Or I go naked if you want to."And when he tried to remove the towel, I abruptly closed my eyes and raised my hand."Don't you dare, Delton! Be ashamed! I don't paint naked bodies!"I could literally feel the thump of my heart out of nervousness, but his low chuckle embraced the surroundings."Don't you like that? I can be your master piece, Baby."He smirked as I rolled my eyes."Stand straight. Then do not give me a smirk, just look at me seriously. Look away and don't stare at me," I demanded, holding the paintbrush firmly.He did everything that I said except for looking away. His eyes remained on me, which made my hands tremble a little."Look away, Attorney!"But he didn't listen. That's why I gave him a sharp glance."Are you going to look from afar
Delton Carancho"Are you sure about this, Son?" That was the question I remember from Attorney Santiago.I nodded my head as I looked at the picture of the only Princess of the Valencia family. I pursed my lips after remembering what her parents had done to mine, and so I wanted revenge."We can fake the marriage, Son," he suggested."No, Dad. Make it real. I'm only going to get married once, and let her marry me," I uttered with determination while staring at the woman.She captivates me. And that I can visibly see that she needs saving. Her lips were curved into a smile, but her eyes told otherwise. She looked sad even though she was smiling at the camera."If that's what you want. I'll warn you, she's a spoiled brat, doesn't know any household chores. Even in business, she doesn't know anything and she only does painting," he explained, to which I just nodded.Whatever it is, I can endure everything. But I didn't know that my patience would be put at risk because of her. She is sav
My tears fell after his lips landed on my forehead. He kissed me several times there and even kissed my tears away."I am already happy to have you, but I am now the happiest man alive, Savvy," he whispered with all his heart. That made my heart happy again.He planted a kiss on my lips before hugging me tightly."I thought you were mad," I admitted weakly."What? No, Savvy. "I really want to have a family with you," he said, moving away a bit and quickly wiping my tears.I smiled a little, especially when he put our hands together and led me out of the bathroom.After leaving, he helped me sit on the swivel chair before immediately taking out his cellphone and calling someone."Dad, I'm going to be a father," he reported with a smile on his face."Congratulations, son. You deserve every happiness in the world. Send my congratulations to Sage," said Attorney Santiago from the other line, so I nodded.They talked for a while, and I thought he would only call Attorney Santiago, but not
"Won't you ask about Ashley's performance?" I teased.Ashley has been working with me for a few weeks now, and she's doing okay. I was just teasing Delton because I knew he was not in favor of what I did.From his laptop, he looked at me. His eyes are still serious."Your performance is much better than anyone else's," he teased, then smiled knowingly.My cheeks automatically turned red as I leaned against his desk. When he laughed softly after seeing the reddening of my cheeks, I was devastated. I immediately bent down and put my mouth on his ear."In bed or in the office?" I teased.He stopped and immediately stared at me. He bit his lip a little, and when he was about to pull my neck, I immediately straightened up."Focus, Mr. CEO." I grinned and walked away from his desk and moved to my desk.I acted as his secretary while he didn't have a secretary yet, but he also did all the work and I could only help with scheduling. I also want to tell you about my pregnancy, but I don't know
"Miss Sage, I'm—"I raised my hand to stop her."Please leave, Miss Ashley. I'm done with you," I responded coldly before turning away, but she immediately grabbed my elbow.A shiver settled in my chest and my eyes almost widened. I don't know what she plans, so I'm nervous. If earlier I thought she might be pregnant, now she might hurt me."Miss Sage," she called again with a cry.I closed my eyes tightly. Despite my nervousness, I felt pity for her. I want to listen, but I'm afraid."Shut up, Miss Ashley. Not now," I begged calmly, but her grip tightened on my elbow and pulled me a little further, causing my eyes to open.I want to scream, but I don't want to make a scene. I just looked around. They were all busy and didn't seem to notice me."Miss Sage, just a few minutes," she repeated.My gaze automatically flew to Delton. But he is in the group of entrepreneurs."Let me go, Ashley. I don't want to fight you right now," I begged again."Miss Sage, I just want to apologize for eve
I can even beat the lottery winner with happiness. It was my dream to have an art exhibit, but here it is, and an art gallery was provided by Delton. My heart was so happy and I almost couldn't stop painting again to increase my paintings in the exhibit itself. Daddy is strongly against this passion of mine, but I think they will be happy now that I am happy.My excitement is overflowing. I can't believe that I am living my dream. It's different when your dream comes true, it's like you're on a cloud. And if I wasn't pregnant, I would stay up every day just to finish many paintings."Done, Baby," I whispered softly after signing the last painting.I caressed my flat stomach and smiled as I looked at my finished painting of Delton's house—it was Delton's and my house."Soon you'll grow up here, Baby," I murmured."It's look alive, Savvy."I was slightly stunned by that and quickly turned to Delton. He was already behind me and staring at my last painting. I even estimated if he had hea
"You made me cry, Delton," I accused him, especially since my tears didn't want to stop during the trip.I don't even know how many times I hit him every time he laughs. He was very happy with my reaction."Savvy, I didn't mean to make you cry. Where is my tiger wife? —Aw! Savvy, it hurts," he complained after my palm hit his arm again."Throw a joke again and you'll sleep outside the room!"He immediately stopped the car on the side and sighed. He handed me bottled water while he himself wiped my tears with a tissue."Shh, Savvy. Please calm down. Don't cry too much. You might be dehydrated later when you get to the mansion," he said, frowning.I rolled my eyes at him, and drank the water. I also don't understand myself for being so emotional. Is it really like this when pregnant?I took several deep breaths until I calmed down. When he saw that I was calm, he immediately started the car."Are we going to sleep there?" I asked weakly as I leaned back in the chair."If you want to," h
Maybe I made the right decision to reduce my anger and listen. I feel better anyway. But I still can't fully accept Delton, especially since I remember the loss of Mommy.I sighed and immediately unbuckled the seatbelt after he parked the car in the parking lot."Are you alright, Savvy?" he immediately asked as I turned around."I'm good, Delton. Just don't piss me off again," I answered simply.He laughed softly before getting down and immediately opening the door for me. I was about to go out, but Delton didn't let go of the door."Why? Is there something wrong?" I asked, confused after seeing the nervousness in his eyes."Nothing, Savvy," he replied, holding my hand. "I hope you won't be angry that I'm in charge of the company," he said carefully.I raised an eyebrow and assessed myself to see if I was angry, but I couldn't be angry."Why? I thought it was yours at first?""Yes, Baby. But I don't want to invalidate your feelings—""It's totally fine, Delton. Don't mind me. Thank yo
"So I'm the exception?" I asked again the next day.He placed the plate of ham and bacon on the table before reaching down the table and holding it with both hands. He hissed a little and seemed to hide the smile that wanted to escape from his lips."You are the victim—"I raised an eyebrow causing him to stop, "Your victim, Delton. You captured—""Savvy, I told you, you are not part of the plan." He moaned softly, as if he was fed up with our conversation like this.I laughed weakly and bit my lip a little, "Ashley and you are planning this, right? Is your secretary an accomplice?" I continue."Damn, Baby," he softly moaned again, "Ashley was out of it—""So you're defending her?" I asked with a raised eyebrow before folding my arms in front of him.He cursed again and closed his eyes tightly. Stand up straight and face me. He gently touched both of my shoulders."She's just like a sister to me. I don't know everything Ashley did, and I'm not sure if she likes me. If only I knew—""I
I gasped after he let go of the kiss. I seemed to be taken out of breath and almost fainted by what he did."Please, Savvy. You can hate me, you can curse me, but please, don't unlove me," he pleaded softly as he buried his face in my neck."There's no need for that because I never loved you, Delton—"But I didn't even finish my lie when his two arms wrapped around my body and gave me a sensual kiss on my neck."Delton, what the hell!" I tried to stay away from him, but he only became more and more passionate."Will you please stop?" I was so shocked by my scream that he stopped."Am I hurting you?" It was a soft question. His breath barely touched my sensitive neck.I pursed my lips and didn't know what to answer. I was not hurt by his kisses."Savvy, I feel so low right now. I feel like you're just going to leave me alone. That you're going to ask to break up—""Shh, Delton. I'm not that stupid." I blinked even though he couldn't see, "I still need you," pretending to be my reason.