"Miss Nenita, please tell me. What happened to Mommy and Daddy?" I was in a panic as well.My heart didn't want to clam down when Miss Nenita fell silent. I felt the warm hand of Delton, who wanted to pull my waist, but I moved away."It's because, Miss Sage," she uttered, but didn't finish her words. I heard a few movements and whispers from the other end of the line, but I'm not sure what they were.Then came the laughter of my mom, and that made me calm down. I even almost fell, but Delton was quick to catch my waist. Our eyes met again, but I'm the one who looked away and straightened my posture. I turned my back so I could talk to Mommy."Sage, we're alright. Don't worry about us, dear. We're perfectly fine. We're fine," she stated.My forehead knotted. It's weird. I haven't yet asked her anything, but she already replied."But, Mom—""I told you, Sage. We're alright. Your Dad is doing good, I am doing good," she continued."Mom—"I heard her sigh from the other line, and that ma
Did he? Who is he referring to?"I already have a plan. I know how it works, Attorney Santiago."Out of curiosity, I tried to peek at him, but my lips parted when I saw him undressing his top. My eyes grew wider, and glued myself to the wall."Just give me an update, Attorney. I'm counting on you," he ended the call.I was amazed by that. But I pouted and tried to peek again, but he was already heading towards the backdoor, and I was sure he was going to swim.I heaved a sigh and continued to get something to drink. But still, I found myself staring at him. He was swimming angrily. And when I thought he was done, I ran upstairs again and pretended sleeping.That was my routine for days. I have no grudges anymore, but I still felt lonely. Sometimes we met in the kitchen and talked casually, but that was all. I just focused on painting a happy family with him. I tried to finish it, though my back hurts from time to time.I stretched my neck and massaged my temples as I felt my head achi
"Don't stand up. I will call a doctor." He fixed the blanket on my body, then picked up his phone from his pocket."Don't need to. They are still sleeping," I groaned.But he didn't listen. He tapped on his phone, then put it near his ear."I just need some rest, Delton. That wasn't needed." I tried to stop him.But still, he didn't listen. His forehead knotted as he put his hand on his waist, and waited for someone on the other line."Hello—Fuck you, Gustavo!" he shouted, then threw his phone on the bed.I sighed and looked away when he glanced at me."I told you, no one is awake at this time, Delton."He sat down on the bed, then fixed my blanket again."He's awake. He's exercising...with his girl," he uttered blankly, but that made my cheeks flare."Uhm, you disturbed them.""That dimwit! He's enjoying his life now." I know that was just his comment to the doctor, but I couldn't help but think that he was comparing his life to him. Maybe he said that because he wasn't happy with h
"Do you know about this?! What is this, Delton? You know about this?" I screamed as I pointed harshly at the television.His lips were in a thin line; his jaw was tightening as he glared deathly at the TV screen before putting down the plate of buttered chicken on the glass table."I'll call someone to stop the media—""I don't fucking care about the media, Delton! Do you freaking know about this? Wrong. You knew about this, right? So that's why you don't want me to talk to Andres, right?" I arched my brow and put my hand at the side of my waist.He didn't respond. Instead, he gave another death glare on the television.I laughed sarcastically when he didn't speak."I'm right! My parents probably told you about this already. That's why they don't want me to come home. Is that also the reason why you don't want to send me to the mansion?!"I walked towards him and stared at him deathly. He nodded slowly and even thought twice."I just followed orders, Savvy.""Well, fuck you, Attorney!
I stared blankly at the white ceiling. In my head, it was spinning wild, and that made me dizzy.I gently sat up and held my forehead. I tried to breathe deeper before opening my eyes. That's when Delton entered the room with a food tray in his hands."I made chicken porridge and brought you medicine. If you still feel dizzy until later, then we will go to the hospital," he coldly stated, but I can still sense concern behind it.I ignored him. Though my head was still in pain, I still remember what we talked about my parents on the staircase."Can we talk properly now, Attorney?" I murmured.He put down the food tray on the bed carefully as he sat in front of me. He let the food tray be our boundary. He shrugged his shoulders as he scooped some porridge."I am calm. You can talk to me properly at any time, Savvy. You're the one who is in a rage, angry at all times and even harsh-spoken."I felt upset about that. Well, that was a fact, but I cannot change it anymore."And so? That's me
One word, and yet it broke my heart.I blinked and bit my lip. I could literally feel my heart sadden, but I ignored it. Instead, I ate the food quickly and looked away. I chewed it unwillingly.Am I rejected? I asked in my head, but I wasn't ready for that."Should we talk now about your company's bankruptcy?" he interrupted.I shook my head. I know it won't be resolved easily, especially if I am angry. And, I want to rest for now instead of facing my problems. He might think of a solution once we both rested."Not for now. Like I told you, I want you to rest for awhile. I am not that evil to not notice that you were tired—""I will never be tired, Savvy."That made me stare at him again, and his eyes shouted his sincerity, but I don't want to abuse it."I know, Attorney. But still, you need to rest. Let's talk about this later or tomorrow. And I want to talk about this matter with our attorney as well. I think Attorney Santiago is knowledgeable about this."If there is someone who c
"Come again, Attorney?" I repeatedHe sighed, then glanced again at Delton."Daxton Sullivan. The same man who wants your parents behind bars."I pursed my lips as my blood boiled with the man's name. He is literally draining my patience. If this continues, I might go to his office and punch him."I think this man has a hidden agenda—""You weren't sure, Attorney," Delton cut in, interrupting Attorney Santiago's words."That was just my conclusion, Attorney Carancho. I'm not saying he planned it all, but he can," the lawyer said solemnly.My eyes squinted when they stared at each other, as if they were talking silently. Not in a romantic way, but with a hidden agenda.I coldly remarked, "I want to meet him." That caught their attention."What do you mean, Baby?" It was Delton who sat straightly."I want him, Daxton Sullivan," I said, raising my brow, "I want to confront him, talk to him, slap him, and probably choke him if I can!"Delton gulped a little as well Attorney Santiago was o
I looked away from his question. I don't know if I should tell him or just hide it. But then, I smiled as I pulled him outside."I'm already hungry, Attorney. What's the dish?" I asked innocently so he wouldn't question me anymore.I was about to pull him towards the stairs, but he held my hand. Slowly, he intertwined it with his, then gently pulled me closer to his body."I cooked some beef steak."My face turned sour as my mind drew a beef steak, and I think my stomach hated it when I heard it grumbling. Suddenly, my throat felt sour as well. I immediately covered my mouth as I was about to vomit."Don't you like it?" he asked, curious.I shook my head right away, let go of his hand, and ran downstairs. I headed to the kitchen sink and vomited. It became more at stake as I could smell the beef steak.I churned up, but I felt his gentle hand on my back. He was caressing it gently, and that made me calm down."I have a conclusion in my mind as to why this is happening to you, Savvy."
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.