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Ethan’s POV “Zzzzmmmm” My phone rang out as I paced around in circles waiting for Luna to pick up, which she finally did. “Hey, Luna, wanna get married?” I asked, my voice urgent. “What?!” “I’m sending you an address; meet me there in an hour; we’re getting married today.” I hung up the call and strode downstairs. “Where to, sir?” Rufus, my driver asked. “Take me to Manhattan’s marriage bureau.” I said, reclining back in the chair, as I recalled the conversation I had earlier with my parents. —————— “We have picked a good candidate for you to get married to,” Father declared as he sat close to Mom. “What! I told you I would when I'm ready. Why the rush again?!” I spat, irritated. “Ethan, we love you, and you know that, but not at the detriment of your future,” Mom said, looking at me with pity laced in her eyes. “This is grandfather’s doing, isn't it?” I didn't even wait for their reply and stormed out of the house, seething as I called Luna. —————— A fe
Secrets and Schemes Chapter 2
Scarlett's POVFlashbackSeptember 07, 2021 "Trust me when I say this club is legit—good music, vibes—it has it all. You wouldn't be thinking about anything else, especially not Oliver the moment you step into it," Vera said. “I’m so glad you’re back in town, Vera.” She had been out of town for business and I’m glad she’s back now. We stepped into the club, and bright lights spun around, giving it a playful glow to the dancing crowd. Laughter and music filled the air; let's not forget the smell of cigarettes, sweat, and alcohol too. As the night took on a carefree atmosphere. I found myself swaying to the beat, as the effects of a few drinks began to kick in and take hold of my mind and body. This made me even forget that I had just gone through a breakup. In the midst of my celebration, my eyes landed on a handsome stranger across the room. Our eyes locked. “That guy is totally checking you out!!!” Vera yelled over. “I think it’s time to have fun.” I walked over to
Secrets and Schemes Chapter 3
Ethan’s POV I walked into my hotel building and headed for my suite. My best friend Oliver, who was sipping on a drink at the minibar, laughed when he saw me. “You called that witch to get married out of the blue, what the fuck man!” “That old geezer gave me no choice, Oliver. I figured if I married Luna first, my marriage to anyone else would be void since bigamy is illegal in New York. But grandfather was literally waiting at the bureau before I got there, like he knew my plans.” And Oliver burst out laughing again. “I’m sorry, Ethan; you know what he’s capable of, and you wouldn’t blame him; you’re quite popular with the reporters. They even recently said you’re gay. Marrying Luna after your parents arranged someone else for you would have given them more things to gossip about if they found out.” “Hmpf,” I scoffed. “Like I give a fuck. Well, now I just have to make that bride back out like the rest.” “Relax, man, you just got your grandfather’s approval on Project Brazi
Secrets and Schemes Chapter 4
Scarlett’s POV It had barely been two weeks since the arranged marriage with Ethan, and when he told me the other day that marriage was going to be hell for me, he wasn’t joking. Every day since the wedding has been from one hooker to the other, he doesn’t even respect the fact that he doesn’t stay alone anymore. He brings these girls home and doesn’t even try to be quiet; they would be so loud to the extent that I could hear everything that goes on in his room. The thought alone has me feeling nauseous. I found myself sitting in the confines of our dimly lit living room once again, another night to feel disrespected by my dear husband, Mr Ethan. I waited for him because I just wouldn’t be able to sleep if I didn’t know if he was home or not. It’s not love; that’s just how I am, and I’ll do it for literally anyone. As Ethan stumbled through the doorway, his eyes unfocused. In his arms, yet another woman clung to him, their laughter mingling with the present anger in my heart. Hi
Secrets and Schemes Chapter 5
Scarlett’s POV With my heart pounding, I dashed out into the hallway and saw Ethan trembling on the floor; his eyes had rolled backward. I heard the front door slam shut as the blonde girl he’d brought home was nowhere to be found; she had fled the scene already. I leaned beside Ethan, feeling a wave of fury and concern sweep over me. "Ethan, what's happening to you?" I asked calmly, trying not to panic so I wouldn't scare him. He couldn't respond as he was still trembling, and by this time, frothing from the mouth. I knew this wasn’t child's play, so I quickly dialed 911. “911 here, what's your emergency, please?” a male dispatcher's calm voice answered. “Oh God…. Something terrible is happening to my husband! Please save him.” I panicked, choking on my words. “Ma’am, I need to help you, but to do that, you must be calm and speak clearly, okay? What is happening to your husband?” “My husband is frothing and trembling, his eyes are rolled backward; please help.” I begged wh
Secrets and Schemes Chapter 6
Scarlet’s POV I slowly regained consciousness, protecting my eyes from the light. Immediately after I opened them, my head started spinning, and I felt nauseous. What happened?“Doctor, she's awake!” I hear Vera’s voice. “Scarr, are you alright? Do you need anything?” She kept asking me tons of questions that I didn’t even have time to answer. She looked so worried and scared that I couldn’t help but let out a little laugh because that was so unlike Vera. My throat was a little too dry, my laughter soon turned into uncontrollable coughs, and Vera rushed to get me a cup of water. A doctor walked in with Mr Donovan trailing behind her, he looked so relieved. How long was I even out for?“How are you feeling now, Mrs Donovan?” she said, coming closer to me, trying to examine my head, and holding my eyes open, one after the other. “I’m fine, what happened?” I asked, sitting up. I felt okay; to be honest, it didn’t even hurt anywhere, and I wasn't feeling sick either.“You passed ou
Secrets and Schemes Chapter 7
Scarlett’s POV “Oliver, you came.” Mrs Donovan went over to hug him while his eyes were fixed on me. We were both at loss for words. What is happening? What is Oliver doing here? of all places to be, how do they know who he was? “I had to, Ethan called,” he said. The entire time his eyes were still on mine, I couldn’t quite comprehend my feelings presently. It was like I was in a dream, everyone around me became invincible and I could only see Oliver, the man who shattered my heart and tormented my dreams for weeks. He was here, standing in front of me for the first time in two years. I was finally able to look away. I looked at Vera in the corner, and she had the same expression as I did. Everyone in the room felt the unspoken tension between us. “You two know each other?” Mr Donovan decided to break the silence. “Oh no, no,” Oliver quickly said, before I could even respond, his eyes never leaving my face. “Excuse me” I had to excuse myself, I needed space to breathe. I
Secrets and Schemes Chapter 8
Scarlett’s POV An orderly walked in, she looked a bit old. For the first time since Oliver dragged me into this room, I’m just noticing that it’s a supply room. The orderly gave us a nasty look. Dying of embarrassment, I stormed out of the room. I could hear Oliver’s heavy footsteps behind me. “Scarlett, wait,” he said, grabbing my arm and on impulse, the next thing that followed was my hand again…..I slapped him. “Two slaps in under 30 minutes; you've become a fighter,” he chuckled, massaging his cheek. “I think you should leave,” I said, looking away from him with my hand crossed on my chest. “I’d leave, but you'd keep seeing me, you're married to my friend, remember?” “Like I said before, it was nice seeing you again,” he added with a smile before walking away. I went to the cafeteria to get coffee for Veronica and walked back to Ethan’s hospital room. I noticed Ethan was already getting dressed to leave the hospital. “What took your time, honey, and where’s Oli
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