“There’s no need to apologize and the name is Phoebe. Please call me that as I am not used to all of these formalities,” Phoebe said, pushing her disturbing thoughts aside.Marcy raised her face and their eyes met with Phoebe nodding reassuringly.“I'm just a prisoner in this house, you don’t have to be so serious around me. I want you to see me as your friend, your sister,” She added.“Okay, Phoebe?” Marcy said, stressing the syllables of her name in a way that made it sound more like a question. Phoebe smiled at her display.“See? That wasn't so hard. Just feel free with me okay?” Phoebe smiled at her again and she returned it. “And I also want to say thank you, thank you for being so nice to me.” “And don't bother about helping me prepare for the young master’s return, I would do it myself.”Red patches appeared on Marcy’s cheeks, making her avert her gaze. On bringing them back to meet Phoebe with her smile still etched on her face, she answered, “You don’t have to thank me as I
The makeup artist’s expression was soon replaced with a smile. “We will commence once you are done dressing up,” She said to which Phoebe nodded in approval. She went into the closet where she got changed into the sundress. It wasn't her style but she couldn't deny that it looked beautiful on her, making her feel…extraordinary? As she emerged from the closet, she was greeted with gasps from both women with the artist affirming her beauty. “Gosh, you look amazing! You should be a model,” Phoebe laughed it off as an overpraise, but the artist kept praising her anyway, pointing out the outstanding features of her body that made her ‘perfect’. Marcy stood by the corner, beaming with smiles as the other woman went on nonstop, singing her praises. Knowing that there was no escaping this for her, and the artist wouldn't stop, she concurred. “Yes, the dress looks lovely.” The makeover session seemed to take forever and if not for Marcy who’d taken it upon herself to gist her on differen
Phoebe traced her slender fingers over the piece of diamond, and Lucas could swear that the view was heavenly. Looking intently at her, he mumbled, “Perfect. You are just perfect” Phoebe bit back on her tongue, refusing to compliment the jewelry she knew must've cost him a fortune. It looked so beautiful, the stones glowing under the chandelier's light, but she said nothing as she hadn't forgotten who had gifted her them. Lucas took her hands in his and led her out of the house, one of his many cars already waiting for them. “Get down, I would drive,” he ordered the chauffeur who was already seated at the driver's seat. The chauffeur got out immediately, not daring to say a word to his boss. Lucas walked to the other side of the car, his hand still holding hers, where he opened the door, urging her to enter. Once she was seated, he circled the car, got in, and like that, the Bugatti zoomed out of the mansion. They rode in an uncomfortable silence, each person wallowing in the
Phoebe picked at her food as she felt out of place in Lucas's childhood home, her face hurting from too much smiling. She couldn't wish for anything more than to leave that place.His family seemed to be nice people, talking to her with respect, and she was left wondering if Lucas had told them the truth regarding her. Of course, he didn't as she was here acting like a fiancee, his fiancee. Would they treat her the same way if they came to find out the truth? You can never trust these social elites as they have very different ways of reasoning.“No wonder he has refused to come see us in months. You've been the one keeping him busy,” Lucas's younger sister Tracy, joked as she nudged him with her elbow, giving Phoebe a wink playfully. Sitting opposite them, Phoebe couldn't help but be amazed at their striking resemblance. Same blue orbs, same nose, Tracy was literally the female version of him. She'd been a bit surprised at seeing Tracy as she'd never thought of him having a sister.
Phoebe’s eyes teared up as she made her way out of the house in the company of Tracy, Lucas’s younger sister. How did she fail woefully even before her plans had commenced? “So how did you meet with my brother?” Tracy asked as she shut the door to the living room, guiding her through the hallway they’d passed through earlier. “We met at a party,” Phoebe lied through her teeth as they got to the car, Tracy turning to face her, obstructing her view of the freedom that lay far ahead. “I had escorted my friend to a fundraising event where he happened to be the organizer. We exchanged contacts and have been in touch since then, and here we are now,” she added, as Tracy kept staring at her, urging her on.The corners of Tracy’s lips curled up into a smirk, then a grin as she squealed like a little girl. “I never knew he was into charity work. My brother’s sure full of surprises.”Somewhere in the depth of her heart, Phoebe felt bad as to why she'd lied to her, on seeing the glint of joy
Lucas grabbed her hand, pulling her with him as he went back into the house, Tracy beaming with smiles as she followed their trail.“I can see you lovebirds are on a mission to kill me with jealousy,” she remarked, oblivious to what was going on.Once they returned, they met Mrs. Cory still in the living room watching a documentary series.“We will be heading back now,” Lucas announced, both his mother and sister shooting him with inquisitive stares.“I thought you guys were staying for the night?” she asked, as she looked from her son to Phoebe and back. “Your room’s exactly the way you left it, pass the night here as it’s already past ten,”“You know it's been a long time since I saw you last, I have missed you.”Mrs. Cory's eyes glistened with unshed tears, making Lucas avert his gaze. He was angry with her for her actions but he couldn't stand her tears or refuse her request. His sister was nodding by his corner, staring at him with her very familiar puppy eyes.“Okay,”Without wa
The maid soon finished with their job and left the room, leaving the duo behind in an uncomfortable silence. Phoebe changed into the nighties that were lying on the bed, convinced that they were kept for her. Her heart engaged in a series of stunts, as she felt the hot gaze of Lucas on her skin. She would be busted. She needed to leave this place and fast. She needed to save her child and herself from him. As she was still lost in thoughts, the door was thrown open revealing Lucas’s family, their expression a clear proof of their worry. “What happened?” His mother asked as they both ran to Phoebe, who stood rooted in her position. In their mist was also a man who looked to be in his late sixties, with his hair all grey. Around his neck was a stethoscope so it wasn’t hard identifying him as the doctor. “Sorry for having called you out this night. I need you to check on my fiancée to know what’s wrong with her,” Lucas diverted his attention to the doctor as soon as he caught a
Lucas paused on his way to the bathroom on hearing her request, turning till his gaze landed on her. He raised his eyebrow as she averted her eyes once they met with his. He immediately suspected some mischief. A few minutes ago she'd seemed scared to death as he sent for the doctor, her skin as white as snow and her eyes almost bulging out of their sockets. But now, she looked so relaxed, too relaxed even in her sick state to avoid raising suspicion. For one thing, he was certain both she and the doctor were hiding something. Why did she not want to see the doctor? Does she have some kind of disease? Fear surged through him as his subconscious reminded him that he'd slept with her without protection. If she was infected with any sexually transmitted disease, he was sure to have them too. Making a mental note to take her to the doctor once they got back to his house, he pulled himself back to reality. “Why?” he asked, studying her every move. She lay on the bed, fondling with
Phoebe stirred on her bed, as she felt strong arms wrap around her waist and pull her towards a hard body. A smile formed on her face as she wiggled into the embrace, enjoying the warmth that crept down her spine. Light penetrated the room through the floor-to-ceiling window, adding more beauty to the pristine white bed. “Good morning, princess. I hope you had a good night's sleep?” Lucas asked, his voice having a husky undertone that sent a tingling sensation to her lower body. He groaned loudly as he stretched himself on the bed before he pulled her even closer like he wanted her inside his skin. Phoebe thanked her stars that she had her back to him as he would have seen the blush which shamelessly appeared on her face, mirroring the effect he had on her. “Yes I did, aside from your heavy snorings, it felt like I was lying next to an engine,” She teased, after she’d cleared her throat a little too dramatically out of fear that he would sense her thoughts from her voice. Luc
A surge of emotions filled Phoebe as she stared at the man, his strong finger on her lips and his eyes stripping her of her clothes. She could see the fright that lingered in the depth of those eyes, as he waited for her reply. She knew exactly the way he felt as her heart was also engaging in crazy stunts. “Before you say anything, I would love for you to hear what I have to say,” Lucad finally said after some time, his voice having a croaky edge to it and his eyes, teary. He looked away from her and Phoebe was sure it was to prevent her from seeing his tears. “It was never expected,” his hands left her lips and cupped her face as he spoke. He stared into her eyes, hoping that she would see how desperate he was for her, he wished she would see how much he loved her and wanted her for himself. “I love you, Phoebe. I know you are tired of hearing me say this by now but I wouldn't stop saying it. Even if you were to reject me, it wouldn't change anything. It would hurt me real bad
After she'd taken her bath and was done with her morning routine, Phoebe laid down on her bed with a new novel she wanted to read. She read the synopsis and as the book promised an adventurous journey, she delved right in, inhaling the delicious scent of the new book. Her day revolved around reading books, eating, and sleeping for the past week. After she'd confided in Marcy and heard what she had to say regarding Lucad and herself, she had decided to talk to Mrs. Gladys and Annie, telling them about the turmoil she was facing and also seeking their advice. While Mrs. Gladys had been happy for her, telling her to follow her heart and chase what makes her happy, Annie had been very unpleased with the situation, as she insisted that Lucas had finally trapped her in his webs of deception. Annie thought Lucas needed her and also her child in his plot to exact his revenge. For someone who had kidnapped her for the sole purpose of that and had held on to hate for the past eight years, it
Phoebe picked up a flower in the garden and inhaled it, letting the sweet scent take her mind away from the crazy stunts that her mind engaged itself in. She couldn't love Lucas, not with all that was at stake’ her mind kept warning her, but it did nothing to help as it felt like there was a stronger force somewhere that hauled her towards him. She knew the best thing to do was to leave his house and stay with Mrs.Gladys as loving him would only spell doom for her. Yet it was so hard for her to take that step or even think about it. What about his crazy ex who threatened to make your life miserable if she came an inch close to him? What if all he said turns out to be a lie? What if he was seeking revenge? What would you do if he abuses your child the way he did you,” The voice in her head kept saying, making her wrap both hands over her ears to prevent her from hearing the voice. As much as everything in her told her that she should avoid him as it spelled more danger than go
A surge of emotions filled Phoebe as she stared at the man, his strong finger on her lips and his eyes stripping her of her clothes. She could see the fright that lingered in the depth of those eyes, as he waited for her reply. She knew exactly the way he felt as her heart was also engaging in crazy stunts. “Before you say anything, I would love for you to hear what I have to say,” Lucad finally said after some time, his voice having a croaky edge to it and his eyes, teary. He looked away from her and Phoebe was sure it was to prevent her from seeing his tears. “It was never expected,” his hands left her lips and cupped her face as he spoke. He stared into her eyes, hoping that she would see how desperate he was for her, he wished she would see how much he loved her and wanted her for himself. “I love you, Phoebe. I know you are tired of hearing me say this by now but I wouldn't stop saying it. Even if you were to reject me, it wouldn't change anything. It would hurt me real bad
Phoebe sat on the swing at the garden with a book in her hand which she glanced at from time to time as she tried to concentrate but her mind seemed to be on a different mission. After trying a little more, she finally gave up and began to walk around the garden allowing her thoughts to lead her. She'd just concluded her check up with the doctor who told her that both her and her child were safe and away from danger. After her little discussion with Marcy few days ago, Phoebe got into an internal conflict as she fought with herself against the way she’d started to feel of recent. Even though she had no answer to give Marcy after she'd asked her that question, but in the dept of her heart, she knew the truth but was still in denial. But all her walls came crashing down after her appointment with her doctor. “No, he can't love me? I cannot love him,” she mumbled to herself as she walked around in circles, inhaling the beautiful scents of the flowers. She glanced back to the white
Phoebe’s exterior softened on hearing him become vulnerable in front of her. She'd still not gotten used to him being that way. A tear slid down from her face as she watched as he forcefully swallowed down saliva. Guilt f hit her as she realized that she hadn't fully forgiven him and was still judging him based on mistakes of his past. Now, as she thought about it, it made more sense as to how he'd jumped in and saved her. Because to Ella, she was his fiancee, and saying that she was pregnant with another man’s child was like her saying she cheated on her brother with another man. As Phoebe thought about all of that, her arms subconsciously circled around the neck of the handsome man who was bent in front of her, pulling him in for a hug. She held him tightly to herself, wanting to take away the pain or atleast half the pain of what he felt. Lucas’s body stiffened as he'd been taken by surprise. He tried raising his head to catch a glimpse of her face but he couldn't as the hug w
Phoebe was surprised as she turned back to see Lucas strolling towards her, his strides purposeful and his eyes darkened with something she couldn't pinpoint. She gulped down saliva as she felt the words she’d wanted to say grasp her throat. What was he up to? She wondered as he approached, his facial features not giving out any hints. But his eyes…they said a lot. As if the drama his sister had just played wasn't enough, there he was wanting to add to it. Her initial fury at him dispersed into thin air and in its place, a feeling she couldn't explain. Her heart jumped with anticipation and fright but in a good way. Instinctively, she began to move backward, the frown dispersing from her face and worry clouding her features. Was he wanting to play along with his sister's game? She was certain that he was up to something. Lucas kept moving towards her, deriving pleasure in the way she reacted with every step he took towards her. What was going through her mind? He wondered as he k
After they had finished with their meal, they strolled around for sightseeing before they finally decided to head home as it was well into the day and the sun was now at its peak. They got home to learn that Lucas was working from home that day and had been in his home office since they left. As much as Phoebe needed answers to her questions, she knew she had to wait as he was busy. But as she walked up to her room with the intent of freshening up and reading a novel till he was done, Tracy pulled her with her as she headed towards Lucas’s office. She gave her questioning glance to know what she was up to, but having learned a few things from Tracy, she knew her to be up to mischief whenever she had that sinister smile on and her eyes glinted like they were now, she knew she was up to go good. “Let me go freshen up, i sweated so much today,” Phoebe said in an attempt to get off Tracy’s hook but it didnt work as she only tightened her grip on her hand. “Let’s just say hello to hi