I smirked as I got back into the vibe. I was already smiling when I continued painting the sunset carefully. I do not want any drops of paint on my clothes. But I can't completely finish it since my excitement to see Andres is overtaking me. I was just disturbed by Delton's phone call."What, Attorney?" I asked as I put down the paintbrush.He sighed and even heard his fingers tapping the table, "Have you eaten your lunch?" he asked with his soothing voice.I realized it was already afternoon and I hadn't eaten anything."Uhm. I'm not hungry—"I stopped when I heard him curse and the sounds of papers smashing on the table."Andres is already there. How many times do I have to tell you to not starve yourself? I'll go home now," he uttered firmly, "Why do I even feel like a father scolding his daughter? For f*cksake, I am just twenty-eight!" he murmured again but ended the call.I blinked and didn't get what his sentiments were all about. But when I remembered that he mentioned that And
He pushed me more against the wall and kissed me deeply. I felt weak when he caressed my waist as he nibbled my lower lip. He groaned a little and pushed himself closer to me, eating all of the space in between us and feeling his hard chest on mine. My hands crawled over his nape and hair, pulling his head back. His tongue delved inside, making the kiss much wilder.His lips brushed against my jaws, leaving sensual, sweet kisses on my ear. I even felt his hand travel onto my thigh and was about to put it on his waist, but I suddenly woke up from the sensation. My eyes opened and I realized what we were doing. The heat was still there, but my mind was winning this time.It hit me! He wants dirty things!With that in mind, I abruptly pushed him away and forcefully wiped my lips. He didn't expect that, and that made him look at me sleepily."Do you really think this is all it takes?Kiss and make-up?!"I shot him death glares and pushed him further away from me. He closed his eyes tightly
But I still stopped the painting and got really worried when afternoon came. I tried to call my mom and dad, but both of their phones were turned off. I just decided to call her Miss Nenita."Miss Sage, is there any problem?"I swallowed the lump of wanting to rant and express my anger. Instead, I tried to calm down and just forget about Delton and Ashley for a while."Uhm. How's my mommy? I wanted to pay a visit, but Attorney Carancho was still busy. I don't have any other drivers here aside from him. " I pouted even though she could not see that.Honestly, I want to go back to my room in the mansion. I can see Andres just by peeking through the window curtain. But now? I can't even see him on social media."Your parents are still busy. But they might visit you there, Miss Sage. One more thing: you're a married woman now, and you should get used to it. And if you don't like the attorney, then you can give him to me." She even giggled after speaking.I chuckled lowly when Delton and M
That night, I let him sleep right next to me. closed enough to feel each other's bodies warm. I even let him hug me from the back while on the bed.But maybe it's not all enough. Yes, I could feel his body warm. It warmed mine, but didn't touch my heart or caress my soul. Instead, it made me feel weak, gloomy, unsatisfied, and lonely as it slowly crept inside me.It was strong enough that even if his hug tightened and he tried to make me feel secure, it turned out differently. It felt unsecured and unprotected. He was at peace at night, while I was not.I am just glad that he didn't take advantage of me. He was patient, even if it took me a few more days to finally live my life.I yawned, then stretched my arms. I tied my hair and fixed my racerback sando and leggings. I think I needed to breathe some fresh air to regain my energy and to invite good vibes into the house.I massaged my neck as I headed straight to the house gate and to finally at least walk around the subdivision.I wa
"How dare you, Delton! My virgin neck!"I gave him a death glare before marching and running back home. I swayed my hand when I felt him following me."Savvy, I only got carried away. I didn't intend to suck it that good—""Shut up, Delton! There's nothing good about what you did!"My cheeks heated as I remembered what he did to my neck and how hot it was when he licked it earlier. I wanted to cry again, but instead I ran fast to the room when I reached the house. He was even knocking a lot, but I ignored him.Savvy, open this. I'm going to get new clothes," then he knocked again, but this time it was with force.I rolled my eyes and didn't mind him. I headed straight to the shower room to scrub my neck. I spend a lot of time taking a bath. I think he was gone, and so I just fixed the room and settled my painting tools. I stayed a few more hours inside the room, and was even curious when Delton didn't bother me.I didn't even understand myself why I decided to open the door, only to b
"Uhm. You're griping me too much, Delton," I mumbled as I sensed the tightening of his embrace around my waist.But it seems like he didn't listen to me when he hugged me more tightly. His strong arm is already at the top of my stomach."Why Andres, Savvy?" he said out of breath.I sighed and tried to remove his hug, "Why not Andres, Delton? Who should it be? You told me I could bring whoever I wanted and yet, here you are getting mad at my choice. " I arched my brow a little, though he could not see it.That's when his hold loosened as he lifted his head away from the crook of my neck."Why are you even stopping me from seeing Andres? I am not going to escape—""How sure are you? You are escaping at any given time," he smirked as he looked at me intently. What more if you already have your apprentice? I'm never going to trust that Andres. He will surely bring you to his home to make you his mistress."He stood and caressed his messy hair. Her brows almost met as he gazed at the ticke
I irritatedly closed my eyes. And when I opened my eyes, I lifted them towards him just to be in awe after seeing his dark stare towards Andres. His stares towards him are all in the dark and can be a reason for your death. My lips parted and I felt nervous for Andres. I tried to escape from his arm and wanted so badly to help Andres, but Delton only tightened his hold on my stomach. He placed his chin and mouth near to my ear."Savvy, don't ever look at other men or they will stay in the dark... forever," he said nonchalantly that made my heart covered with coldness.I gulped and focused my gaze towards Andres, but I was stunned when Ashley came and abruptly clung her arms to Andres' arm. She did even kiss him on the cheek without warning.I froze on my feet because of what happened. I hadn't been able to talk to Andres since Ashley pulled him away with her and joined the group of people.My heart clenched and I felt jealous. I have never kissed Andres, not even on his cheek. And wha
"One thousand dollars all in all, Ma'am," the cashier uttered as she smiled widely.I doubt if I should pay for it, but since I hold grudges right now, I think this will make me feel better. I abruptly handed the black card to the cashier. "Just swipe it, Miss." I smirked.She nodded and swiped the card before fixing the paper bags. That's a lot of bags, but I think I can manage to hold most of those.It's a good thing that Delton let me go earlier. I told him that I would only buy milk tea, but since I was still annoyed about the exhibit incident, I headed to the mall and bought what I wanted. I am even thinking of escaping right now, but I know he has eyes on me. He surely didn't allow me to go out, especially if he knew that I wanted to escape. Sure, there are guards around, but they are unnoticeable—or maybe not.And then I saw Mister June in his black cap and Mister Baldo in his white cap, both silently hiding from the side wall.I cleared my throat and simply got the card from
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.