After Shannon left his office, she couldn't help but ponder at his words. He had really confessed his feelings for her? So, what were they? The question popped up in her head. "Take it slowly, I think you're too fast" Her subconscious warns. She was damn too excited, for too very long as she smiled from ear to ear. Shannon rolled on her bed as her phone beeped, "Hi Cupcake" her text read, a wide smile formed on her lips as she texted back. "Hello Prince Charming" coming up with a pet name for him wasn't that hard, but her main concern was how he was going to react to it. Would he be pleased or rather squeeze that his handsome face into a frown? Her subconscious thought. "Prince charming? Well, that isn't bad. I. Love that" he texted back, Shannon beamed as she read his text. "Are you home yet?" Shannon stretched on the bed, her face was still beaming widely. "Yes, came back an hour ago. I'm currently on my bed about to sleep" She texted back. "How bout a quick ho
"Hello, Mr. Anderson" Elizabeth Roderick greeted as she sashayed into his office.Even at her advanced age, she knows how to play her game right. Call her the mistress of seduction. She was perfect.The gown she wore was exposing part of her hips as she pulled out a chair. The old man had his eyes fixed on her as if observing her every move, His thought was clouded on why the Lancaster had visited him in his office that morning. For the past weeks, his secretary had informed him that Mrs. Elizabeth had always come in search of him. Well, due to his busy schedule, he had always postponed their meeting. Glaring at her, she was still looking as young as in her twenties, as hot as a young model. She must have put in so much effort in her body to look that good. Her tinted hair made him realize she was actually putting on a wig. "How may I help you, Mrs.Lancaster?" he asked adjusting his glasses as he placed his hands on his table folding or together, his attention fully on he
"Bitch! Did you prepare my breakfast already?" Reuben yelled as he grabbed her by her hair. "Yes, it's already on the table" She replied as she pointed toward the dinner table. "You have your ass saved" he grumbled as he walk down to the table. "Have you taken any meal yet? Not like I care about you. I just want that child in you in great shape, I wouldn't want an assumed Lancaster Baby to be looking sick and pale" "Yes, I ate already" Carolyn replied, her gaze fixed to the floor. "Not like I care anyways, I need to use the restroom" He excused himself as he walks away. Carolyn sighed, was this how her life was going to be? Being treated like a slave in his house and have her life limited.For the past weeks, she could barely tell what the outside world looks like. She walked down outside to get fresh air before her captor returned. As she walk outside, she suddenly heard a rustling noise behind her, and she turned to look at what was behind her. She felt someone
Seated around in the Lancaster big round table were Ryan, his Grandfather, and his Stepmother. Ryan had never waited for anything in his life just the way he was waiting now. He wanted to end this charade and have a resting space, which he knows he wasn't going to get of course. Soon, the door of the sitting room flew open as Reuben walked inside the room. Reuben wasn't expecting to see a full member of the family awaiting for his return, he knew Ryan as a man who never had that patience. So, he figured that everything was not alright. As he walked closer to the table, "Sit!" his Grandfather ordered, who was he to object? He thought as he pulled out one chair, his eyes diverting to his mother who could barely say a word and wasn't in her usual state of mind. "Whatever this was, he sincerely hopes that they don't hurt his mother. "Is everything alright?" he dared to ask, the cold glare he got in return from Ryan answered his question. "I doubt that Reuben, is there anythin
Reuben was very furious as he stormed out of the house, as a punishment for his actions, his Grandfather had detained everything owned for two months. His car, house, and even his account were frozen. This was the worst punishment ever. "You just stood there, Mum. Not even one word in my defense" Reuben yelled at his mother once they were inside their room. Elizabeth cast a glance at her son, how would she dare say a word at his defense when Ryan have her sex tape, that would of course tarnish her reputation if he choose to use it against her. So, she has to play to his tune. "Serves you right, I actually thought that child was yours. You keep bringing misfortunes to me, can't you be like Ryan for once? I desperately want to be that proud mother that would watch her son successfully boost their family. But instead, you choose to be a nuisance. Reuben was taken aback as he heard his mother speak, What went wrong? He thought. This wasn't the same woman that was taking his bac
"Shannon!" she heard him mutter with a husky tone as his hands went to his mask. Gently he loosed the end rope attached to the mask, taking it off as his full face came into view. Shannon gasped loudly, this wasn't true! Her heart was pounding heavily. "Ryan?" she almost yelled out, but he had his hands covering her mouth. Why was he disguising himself as Mr. Walton? She thought to herself. "How did you....." The word was stuck in her mouth as she swallowed hard. Somehow, her chest was heaving with pride "You mean Mr. Walton?" she caught the laughter that was already forming on his lips. She nodded her head simply, "How did you manage to disguise yourself as Mr. Walton?" she asked in a near whisper. " I'm not disguising, I'm actually the real owner of the Walton company, I didn't want to reveal it to the world yet. That's the reason why I go behind this mask face" He explained to her. "Do you think people are going to believe you when you walk up one day and appear in th
"What happened back then?" she found herself whispering the question before she even gave it a thought of whether she should ask him or not. Ryan stilled as he heard her asking him that question, he knew where she was driving at. His past was dark, very dark and he was scared that if he reveals it to her, she might leave him. "Lollipop! In as much as I want to tell you everything about it, I think it requires time, I want you to trust me and you have to promise me that you aren't going to leave me no matter what!" He muttered. Shannon nodded her head, She loves him, and she doubts she would be leaving him soon except for Dennis's sake. "I love you so much, Ryan. Don't ever think, I'm going to leave you if you tell me something about yourself. I have a past also and I've accepted it and moved on" Shannon tried to explain.Ryan knew there was no way she was going to understand the trauma he went through, how everything backfired on him. He had a painful childhood past he would
Friday came, and Shannon had been working all through the day to ensure the launching date would be a success. Bryan and Samantha have been doing a wonderful job so far. From her observation, she knew that they have been having a little bit of chemistry going on between them. She loved how they didn't let that distract them and delivered a successful job.That morning, after she had successfully dropped Dennis off at school, she had proceed to the grocery store to pick up some groceries for Dennis. Shannon drove her car into the parking lot she alighted from her car and then walked inside the shop. "Hi ma, you are welcome to our store, please what did you come to get?" the receptionist greeted. Shannon stated what she wants as she waited for the sales girls to bring her service for her. A few minutes later, the sales girl appeared with nylon stuck in her hands. Shannon collected it from her and then paid her bills as she started to walk from the store. Just after Shannon ste
"Do you take Ryan Lancaster to be your Lawful wedded husband?" The priest voice boomed through the room. Ryan hadn't been this nervous in his life, his eyes couldn't leave his soon to be wife for a second, dressed in an elegant wedding dress, the dress clung to her body revealing her hour glass curves. He couldn't wait for the wedding to be over and remind her that those curves are finally his, and his alone and he can have them in one spot right where he want it, in his bed."I do!" He heard her melodious voice spoke, his chest gave a leap as he heard his long awaited answer. Then the priest turned to him."Cupcake, from the moment we met, I knew my life would change forever. You are my guiding light, my constant source of joy, and the love of my life. Today, in front of our friends and family, I promise to stand by your side through all of life's ups and downs. I promise to be your partner, your confidant, and your biggest supporter. I love you more than words can express, and I ca
Days pass, Weeks did also... Shannon didn't get to hear from Ryan, she knew he needed time to process all that had just happened, she couldn't blame him for what had happened. His past made him what he was, but then again, she hope he forgives her and let go.She felt awful for hiding his son away from him, hiding several stage of Dennis life away from him. She missed him so much even though he was always calling her and getting to talk to her almost everyday. Still, that awkwardness was there, because he wasn't there with her. "Momma, someone is at the door!" Dennis walked in to her room jolting her from her thoughts.Dennis had been a happy kid ever since he got to knew Ryan was his father, she had thought he would have a problem absorbing it in, but then again, he seems to be cool with it. "Okay!" Shannon reluctantly stood up from her comfort zone as she dragged her feet to the door, scooping Dennis from the floor, then to the sitting room.Opening the door, her eyes took sight o
The room was suddenly filled with a heavy silence, as the weight of Shannon's words hung in the air between them. She had been right to be afraid, to worry about what he might do if he found out the truth. And yet, her deception had caused its own kind of damage, a wound that would be difficult to heal.Ryan had never made any secret of his feelings on the matter. He had said, time and time again, that he did not want children. He recalled when he had told her, threatening to destroy his child with his bare hands if he ever finds out he had one, And not to mention the fact that he had asked several ladies in his past who had gotten pregnant for him to get rid of it. He had never imagined a day like this would come, a day when he would be confronted with the reality of his past words. He had said things in anger, things he had never truly meant. And yet, those words had come back to haunt him, in the form of a beautiful child. A child who had done nothing wrong, who was blameless in a
As Ryan opened the door, she caught a glimpse of his eyes. He looked so saddened. It was as if the whole world had just crashed down at his feet.He just looked at her, devastated, and without a word, he walked straight inside the mansion, with Dennis walking alongside him. Shannon ran after them, she scooped Dennis from the floor staring at his body to see if he was hurt, and then she breathed out a sigh of relief when she didn't see any signs of injury in his body. She felt tears threatening to spill down her eyes as she blinked her eyes rapidly, she couldn't believe she was holding Dennis finally In her hands. If only she had told Ryan the truth back then, perhaps all this wouldn't have been happening. She stared from her son to Ryan, she couldn't even hold his gaze for hours, he looked broken, shattered beyond repair, and she was the main reason behind those looks. She owes him apologies, several explanations, and above all she needs him to forgive her.Her thought wandered
Ryan, without thinking, scribbled his signature on the contract."Is there anything else?" Ryan inquired."Yes!" With a gun aimed at his head, Ryan raised his hands in surrender."Do you think I'm going to be so stupid to let you go after signing the contract? I thought you were smart, but then again, you're nothing but a dummy," Reuben cocked his gun and pointed it at Ryan.Ryan gulped. He was more concerned about Dennis. He wouldn't want him to experience such a scene. It was too scary for a child of his age, and he was more concerned about the scene haunting him."You know what? I'll give you whatever you want. Let's get in and talk business!" Ryan tried to keep his voice steady."There is nothing to discuss, Ryan. The contract is already signed, and that's it!" Reuben smirked. His eyes sparkled with a glint of triumph, the smugness in his gaze unmistakable. He had finally won the game; he had always wished for a day like this to come when Ryan would be at his complete mercy."So,
As Ben's car pulled up to where they stood, Shannon found herself at a loss for words. She had so much to say, but all the words seemed to have evaporated, knowing he wasn't going to be the answer to her numerous questions. She felt like a deer in headlights, frozen and unsure of what to do next. Her heart was pounding in her chest, her palms sweating. The only thing she knew for sure was that everything had just gotten a lot more complicated.Different thought was running through her head as she thought of why Ryan had run in hasteHer mind was a whirl of thoughts as she tried to make sense of what had just happened. Why had Ryan come running in such a hurry? Was there something she was missing? Something she didn't know? Or maybe does it have anything related to Dennis? Her mind was racing, but she couldn't focus on any one thought for long. She was like a leaf in a storm, tossed about by the winds of confusion and suspense.Shannon's face was pulled into a frown as Ben took a tur
Seated inside the car, Shannon's heart raced, its rhythmic thump echoing in her ears. The leather seats cradled her, embracing her with a soft, supple warmth, while the dashboard lights illuminated her anxious expression. She was very restless, tossing from one side to another, and she was being much careful as she kept her gaze locked on the road avoiding to meet with Ryan hot scrutiny. Even with his undivided attention focused on the road, She could feel his eyes burning into her, his gaze intense and probing. She kept her eyes focused on the road ahead, unable to bear the weight of his scrutiny. Without being told, she could feel his anger radiating from the seat beside her, filling the car with an electric tension. The silence was suffocating, making it hard to breathe.The car's wheels bumped along the road, the landscape outside blurring past them. Somehow, her gaze directed to where he sat, his hands holding the steering , she needed no one to tell her that he was battlin
Shannon knew from there that it wasn't a joke, it was real, her son was missing. She had to find him, where did he entered, who was behind it? Did he get kidnapped? How? Many questions were running through her mind right there, but she couldn't seems to have an answer to any one. "Is everything alright? " Lifting up her face, Shannon met with Ryan gaze. "Our son is missing!" Shannon spilled out the words without thinking twice. "Our son?" She expected that reaction, as he creased his brow in confusion, his gaze looking lost. Ryan wasn't just stupefied, he was looking lost. Was she hallucinating? Did something goes wrong somewhere or was it just a slip of tongue? Too many questions were running through his mind right there, and he needed an accurate answers to his question. "Yes, our son, " Shannon repeated this time, her voice clear and sure, she had nothing too loose. She had intended to tell him after the whole incident, but now, it was better later than never.Ryan stood ther
Fluttering her eyes open, Shannon felt her heart freeze as her gaze met with the unexpected Shadow that stood at the doorway, hands crossed across the shoulder. "You startled me!" Shannon creased her brow as she drew in a rasp breath. She could finally breathe properly now. Once Shannon realized that the shadow was Ryan, her body seemed to release a breath it had been holding. Her shoulders sagged with relief, the tension leaving her body in a wave. Her heartbeat slowed, and her breathing became more even. His presence seemed to fill the room with warmth, dispelling the fear and confusion that had seized her just moments before. She felt herself relax, a sense of safety and comfort settling over her. "Look what we have here!" his husky tone send cold shivers down her spine, his eyes gaze hungrily as they roam through her naked body.Her skin felt tight, as if every nerve was standing on end, as his voice rumbled through the air. The goosebumps that had broken out across her skin ma