"What are you doing here?" Grace asked, breaking the hug."I apologize for looking you up, but I actually did. I wanted to apologize for what happened the last time," Emmanuel replied."It wasn't your fault and it's fine," Grace smiled."Really? I thought I caused big trouble between you and your husband.""No, you didn't. Enrique isn't like that, he was just shocked at seeing me with someone else whom he didn't know. So how did you find out where I worked?""I actually got your social media handles from Janet Morgan and I discovered that you aren't too active on them. So, I had to ask her where I could find you. I hope you don't mind," he smiled."I don't. Forgive my manners, this is Candy, my very good assistant. Candy, this is Emmanuel, a friend of mine," Grace said in introduction."It's a pleasure to meet you, Candy," Emmanuel smiled."Same here," Candy smiled."It's late and we are already closed, I was just about to drop Candy off and then head home. I'm afraid you got here too
Grace was at the gym. She increased her speed on the treadmill, forcing herself to stay focused, but her mind kept going back to her fears about her relationship with Enrique.It had been two weeks since Enrique had left for Europe. His continuous involvement with Margot Prescott was the reason why he was always captured in camera by the press.He made sure to call her every night before she went to bed. Grace always replied in low tones, not particularly interested in talking with him after all the rumours that had been circulating as regards his ex and him.He asked the questions in the same format, questions about how she was doing, what she ate, how she was feeling, about the cafe and if Camila was bothering her. Grace found it difficult to understand whether he actually cared or if he was just doing it for show.She made sure not to ask questions about why he was spending so much time with Margot. She didn't want to seem like she didn't trust him, Enrique didn't love Margot, tha
"You are back from your trip?" Emmanuel asked."Yes, I couldn't stand to spend another night away from the love of my life, it has been unbearable being apart for this long," Enrique replied, kissing Grace's cheek."I can understand. Grace is so beautiful and amazing, it's difficult to stay away from her for too long.""Yes, I guess that's why you are sticking to her so often?""We met at the gym and I took her out for dinner. I hope you don't mind?""Of course not, Mr—" Enrique pretended not to remember his name.All throughout his time away, he had been checking up on Grace and he disliked how the black architect was trying to get close to Grace."It's Emmanuel Sanders," Emmanuel smiled."Okay, it's nice to meet you Emmanuel. I apologize for how our last meeting went. I was really upset at seeing some random guy getting close to my woman," Enrique said, with his Spanish accent sounding more prominent."It's alright, I would totally do the same if I were in your shoes. Grace is a rea
Grace rushed out of the bed, bolting straight to the bathroom. She bent over the wash basin and spilled out the contents in her stomach.She felt so sick to her stomach and the gagging continued until she curled up like a ball on the white tiles."Baby, what is wrong with you?"Grace was about to reply, but instead felt another bout of nausea hit her as she threw up once again. Enrique held back her hair the whole time and Grace felt terrible that he was seeing her in such a state."Take it easy, I'm here. You will be fine," Enrique said, patting her back, softly.Grace attempted to get up, but her legs felt so heavy and weak, she only squatted once again.Enrique washed her face with warm water Enrique lifted her up in his arms and placed her on the bed."How long has this been going on?""I don't know, about two or three weeks back," Grace replied weakly. Her head felt like it was spinning around and she just wanted to feel fine.The constant nausea was something she couldn't underst
"I don't know why I'm feeling so nervous all of a sudden," Grace sighed. She was dressed in a purple business suit with her ginger red hair let down in waves across her shoulders.Her makeup was flawless, making her look regal and untouchable. Enrique had helped with her makeup and dressing because he had been afraid to let her be alone for a second."You have no idea how nervous I am too, but then we have to get you treated. You can't keep feeling this way. I don't like it," Enrique said, arranging her hair to cover the red patch on her neck.Grace suddenly remembered what happened earlier that morning between them and she blushed when she realized that Enrique was also thinking of it."I'm sorry that I got so wild with you like that, you weren't even feeling too good and I did that," Enrique said."Why are you sorry? I wanted every bit of it too."Grace hugged him and then Enrique kissed her forehead before leaving the car.He opened the door for Grace, holding her by the waist. The
"So what is it? Why won't you tell our close friends about our good news?" Enrique replied when they were seated on a couch in their house. Enrique had decided to stay at home with Grace for the entire day and hence delegated his duties to his executive assistant."I just don't want the news to be out there yet. Camila wouldn't be happy to hear that I'm pregnant, neither will your aunts. I just can't help, but feel reluctant to share such news with them," Grace replied."I never said we would tell them about it. Surely, you will tell Penny and Sophia about the baby at least?""No, not even them. I just want to take it all in first. I'm not even sure I want all of this right now. I don't want to tell anyone until I'm sure," Grace said, honestly. "What do you mean by that? Are you considering a termination of the pregnancy? Why? I don't have a problem with us getting so lucky at once," Enrique said."Enrique, please understand me. I have never been pregnant before, not even while slee
"So tell me, what is it between you and Margot Prescott? Don't even tell me that it's nothing, because I know what I've been seeing on the internet. I might be dyslexic, which prevents me from reading properly, but that doesn't mean that I can't see the photos of you two," Grace said."So you do care?" Enrique smiled."What do you mean by that? Of course I care and that's why I'm asking. Are you trying to avoid the question or what?""Margot is doing business with me," Enrique replied vaguely."Business? What kind of business could she possibly be doing with you, Enrique? Last I checked, Margot was still very much a supermodel. So tell me what a supermodel has to do with a famous restauranteur and businessman like you, my dear?" Grace asked with her hands akimbo."I find this amazing, Grace. You didn't even ask me this question on my return. Why now all of a sudden when the answer doesn't even matter?""Of course it matters. I want to know why my own husband was traveling all around E
Grace inquired, "Where are we headed?"After a morning without feeling any morning sickness, Grace woke up with an unusual sense of happiness. She even prepared breakfast, without any feelings of nausea.Enrique couldn't help but gaze at the sight of Grace's gorgeous face. She ate her breakfast with a sense of ease, feeling relaxed and content.Not wanting to be intrusive, Enrique refrained from checking Grace's phone for any traces of past messages from the unknown sender. Could it be that she was unaware or had not received any messages from them before?"Ricky, you seem to be lost in thought. What are you thinking about?" Grace asked."Nothing, my love. First, we plan on catching a movie, followed by a picnic, and then I'll take you somewhere nice," Enrique answered."Where?" Grace asked eagerly."You'll find out soon enough. Go get dressed, so we're not late for the movie. Sophia and Janet will come in the evening to snatch you away from me," Enrique joked."Alright, honey. I'll s