Kyle King
Everything that has a beginning will definitely have an end. I read the quote on a picture hanging on the wall of Tessa’s office. The walls were occupied with different quotes and pictures of her kids. The interior designs and furniture were amazing too. She had outdone herself in projecting her visions in her large office space. I was impressed by everything that she had done.
I ran my fingers through the photos and recalled the video Xavier had sent the previous night. Kanebi’s church’s wedding, and the bride? A popular actress that I knew from college. In other words, Tessa had lied to me about her marriage. Also, after a long night of research, I found an interesting fact. Kanebi had been engaged to the actress for six years, and there were few pictures of them attending popular events.
This confirmed my suspicions and also the fact that she had been lying to me about her marriage to Kanebi. Knowing Tessa, she was going to defend herself, but I had evidence. There was also a question for the kids. Who was the real father?
I noticed a brown envelope on her desk, and something pushed me to peek inside. A document about a deal with a D.K. company. I was about to remove it when the door creaked and Tessa walked in. She didn’t look pleased to see me.
‘Hi, Tessa. I didn’t see your secretary, and since I already had an appointment, I decided to help myself. I am sorry for that, though.’
She smiled. ‘You think this is your company where you can just pop into anyone’s office with no regard? What do you want, and I hope you haven’t been sniffing through my things?’
I brought out my phone. ‘I didn’t touch anything, Tessa, and as for why I am here, what’s this?’
She grabbed my phone, her facial expression tightening. ‘Where did you get this?’
‘A friend sent it to me. So, what else are you hiding from me?’
‘Fine, he’s not my husband, but those kids aren’t yours, Kyle. You can take your leave, please. I have a lot of activities to do, and I believe the hotel’s project won't complete itself, right?’
I laughed, ‘Tessa, I am not done yet. I need answers, please. Are the twins mine? Please, it’s crucial you answer.’
‘Why, huh? You want to know if your legacy still lives, right? Well, no. They aren’t your kids, Kyle. You don’t even have any evidence that says they are yours. You know, this is a baseless conversation. I already told you Kanebi isn't my husband, so please leave.’
‘Alright. Would you mind going on a dinner date with me? For old times sake? I also need someone I can talk to about my issue with Ava.’
She chuckled. ‘You never take no for an answer, Kyle King, do you? Anyway, I am not going to do this with you. Please take your leave, or I will call the cops.’
I adjusted my suit, holding her stare. ‘Fine. I will take my leave, but I won’t give up. I am going to get that evidence, and let’s see if you are going to be proud like this.’
‘I am not proud, Kyle, but there’s no need for me to defend myself. Go ahead and get your evidence, but trust me, you would lose this battle.’
I scofffed, ‘I will be back, Geneveive Tessa Robert.’
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I stared at my champagne for the umpteenth time before taking it in one gulp. Tessa had changed from what I had known her to be. She was different, and I could feel it in her voice and the way she acted. It was like I was a piece of trash that didn’t deserve her respect. I didn’t blame her, though. If Ava hadn’t betrayed me, I wouldn’t be depending on my ex-wife’s forgiveness and acceptance.
How was I going to make her forgive me, though? I had already worsened the situation by playing tough and hard, just like her. There was no way she was going to listen to me anymore, so I had to create a plan and also prove that the kids were mine. Or maybe. I should try to woo her back. That could work.
I looked up, checking the news. Tessa was on the news, announcing a new contract deal with one of the dukes in the country. Hoplas was becoming bigger in the country, and according to the latest Forbes list I was staring at, she was the second richest woman in the country and ranked eighth in the world.
What? I wasn’t close to that yet. The Kings family was among the top ten in the world. Getting Tessa to return to me was going to be tougher than I thought. My ex-wife is obviously a billionaire. I couldn’t woo her with my money, but what now?
Xavier stepped into the bar, scanning through the crowd. I waved at him.
‘Hey, man. We are done with the first part of the restaurant, but Mr. Robert isn’t pleased with the choice of colour. He hates black and wants neutral. I thought you guys had resolved this already?’
I sighed. Not this again. The Roberts family was extremely hard to please. Now, I knew where Tessa took her attitude from.
I replied. ‘We had a series of meetings, and according to Uncle David, black, was his final choice. I don’t think we can change the tablets, though. It will delay the project, and that means we will be spending an extra two months, Xavier. ‘
Xavier shook his head. ‘I told him, but he was insistent. He wants us to change them to a neutral colour. He’s ready to pay for the damages. I feel we should just do it since he’s already covering part of the cost. It’s just two months, right? Also, you will have time to complete whatever with Tessa. By the way, how did the meeting go?’
I smiled, telling him about everything. ‘I feel I have to find a way to get her on my good side.’
Xavier nodded. "Yeah, but first, let’s resolve this project issue before her father beheads us literally.’
I shook my head while concentrating on a text message Ava just sent. She was still angry.
Geneveive Tessa Robert‘You really gave him a showdown, girl. What are you planning on doing?’I was in a cafe sharing a plate of chocolate cake with Vera while telling her everything that happened with Kyle, including the threats and his promise to show up with evidence.’‘I am going to make things harder for him at D.K. Company. I own half of the company, and at the moment, the board of executives is on my side, while Kyle has just a few people on his side. I just need to make him lose some major deals, and maybe that will humble him. What do you think?’Vera dropped her fork, looking up and saying, ‘I am with you. It’s obvious you gave him a lot of sleepless nights after California, and I am certain he’s still not
Kyle King‘Go ahead and get all your evidence, but trust me, you will lose the battle.’ Tessa’s words repeated themselves in my head as I walked into Rpbert’s hotel. Throughout the week, I couldn’t stop thinking about our conversation and, most especially, how she spoke to me. I also noticed that she was avoided throughout the meetings with her dad and her mom. Even when I addressed her, she barely answered me. I guess I was still the unforgiven ex-husband.I strolled into the working space and joined my team. Xavier was supervising some of the team members, and I could read his cold expression. My team members were giving him a hard time. I contemplated joining him, but no, it would be better to let him be. This wasn’t his first t
Geneveive Tessa Robert‘Come on, Mum. I thought you said you were going to watch the kids this weekend. It’s not fair. You promised after failing last weekend. I can’t postpone the spa treatment. Vera worked hard for us to get the spot.’ I said, not hiding my displeasure.It was almost time for a spa session, and Mom had called at the dying minute to change her mind. According to her, there was a meeting with friends, and she couldn’t reschedule it because she was the one hosting it.‘I am sorry, dear. What about Estella and James? They can watch over the twins, right?’I sighed. ‘Estella travelled to Nashville three days ago to see her family, and James is out of town. I told you about their weekend plans when you asked the last time, and you agreed to watch over the kids. What do I do now?’‘Take them with you, then. It’s Latte&rsq
Kyle King‘Are you certain she said those things?’ I asked, not believing that Xavier had been right all along.Xavier nodded. ‘Yeah, she said all those things, but she didn’t affirm my logic, though. Even though I believe my logic is right’I replied, ‘It’s okay. I was able to pull some strings from the head hospital where Tessa delivered the babies. They affirm that my name was placed as the father of the kids, but the only way I can truly confirm they are mine is through a DNA test, and you know Tessa would never allow that.’‘No, there’s no need for a DNA test, Kyle. We already have all the confirmation we want, but the main thing now is getting Tessa to for
Geneveive Tessa RobertI was in the middle of writing a proposal letter to a friend of a prospective client when I remembered that today was when Vera was to meet Murphy and his parents at their family house in Bristol. I sent a quick text to her. Don’t be nervous, babe. Just be yourself and remember what I told you.She replied immediately, I am still regretting the outfit I wore, even though Murphy has whispered several times into my ears that I look lovely.I shook my head as I replied. Vera could exaggerate at times. According to the picture you sent, I think you look gorgeous, girl, and Murphy is right about you looking lovely.Alright, his parents are nice and receptive. I will tell you about everything once I return home!I dropped my phone, smiling widely. I had met Murphy’s parents. His father was Dad’s stepbro
Avaline KingI wish I hadn’t listened to Dahila, but now it was too late to start regretting it. Even though she meant well, I still felt that I should have stayed home and waited for Kyle to return home. He wasn’t pleased to see me; I could tell by his attitude towards him. It was strange how Kyle had transformed into a cold human within a few weeks. I remember pointing it out to him, and guess how that ended? He blamed me for everything. Fine, I know I messed up, but it's not new. CEO wives cheated on their husbands occasionally, and their marriages didn’t crash. Why was my own different?I slowly stood up from the bed and walked into the bathroom to cool my brain. An hour later, I was out, but I was still angry, frustrated, and lonely. Kyle had
Geneveive Tessa RobertI stared at the taxi and laughed. Ava did look pathetic and drenched. I wasn’t surprised she had jumped into the taxi without saying anything, even though I could feel the hate in her eyes. It wasn’t my fault Kyle was preparing to dump her; it was her fault. If she was looking for anyone to blame for the downfall of her marriage, she should blame herself.I wondered what she was doing here, though. Probably to see Kyle. From her drenched appearance, it was obvious the guards hadn’t let her in and Kyle wasn’t around. If not, I was certain he wouldn’t be cruel enough to let his wife stay outside and get beaten. Anyway, it was their business. I came to check up on the progress of the third restaurant. According to the project plan, Kyle’s team was supposed to be rounding up this week if there were no more mistakes. Dad was still pissed that he had be
Kyle King‘What’s wrong with you, Ava? Why does everything always have to be about you? I warned you not to come here, but you disobeyed me. I warned you not to come to the hotel, and again, you disobeyed me. You even had the audacity to wear a skimpy dress! Ava, honestly, I am tired, and this has to end.’Ava stood up, clenching her fists. ‘You aren’t going to end anything, Kyle. You love me, and I love you too. I made a mistake, and I apologised for it. Can’t you forgive me?’I shook my head. ‘I have forgiven you, but I am sorry; we can’t be together anymore. I'm in love with someone else.’‘You are in love with Tessa?’ She asked, shock written on