SELENA’S POV:“I heard half of the companies are in bankruptcy because my boyfriend works at the accounting department of the group of hotels and says that there had been irregular transactions which causes him to believe there might be embezzlement of funds or money laundering, I can’t remember his exacts words but all I could recall was it was something illegal and since he handles account directly, he fears it might be pinned on him.” She explained, taking each and everyone of us by surprise and I blinked repeatedly dropping my silverware to the plate thereby drawing everyone’s attention to me.One of my fears…..And just a few seconds later while still trying to process all the nurses who seemed to be around my age or older had shared, I got a call accompanied by an urgent text from Henry.Please don’t be another piece of bad news.************AN HOUR LATER:After the dinner, Olivia and Henry were already out waiting for Hailey and I. Olivia picked up Hailey while Henry requeste
3RD POV:You have been an amazing wife for the past ten years we’ve been together and now we have a beautiful three year old. You know I didn’t tell you this before but when we first brought back Selena to our home, and she fell down from hands I could feel my heart, my heart stopping for a second, scared that I had been careless and killed our daughter but when she cried out loud, I’d never been more glad to hear her cry.You two are the light in my life, and I hope over the course of years, I have been able to show you two how much you two mean to me and I will not ruin our family in any way.Lastly, in the case that I don’t make it to the age of retirement with you, my love, please fill this house with all your love, tell Selena that I have loved her for the day she was born and tell our grandchildren, all about me in every single day, make sure Selena picks the right husband who loves her as much as I have loved you. He must be corny, successful, handsome and always willing to put
SELENA’S POV: THAT SAME DAY: The tension in the room was so thick, I doubt a scissor could even cut it. The entire room was filled with different emotions, astonishment, shock, amazement, disbelief and I was just sucking up all the energy, smiling to myself. I glanced at Sandra, who had her eyes glued to me, unable to speak and react, she had the same bewildered look she had since I got in here five minutes ago. Weren’t they expecting me to show up? Had they assumed I had died? I didn’t even care much because their shock was amusing to me. Clint was definitely right, she must have really had work done to her lips and faces. She looked…different and her just staring at me was getting creepy, “…..according to paragraph (i) which your client had signed, it is clearly stated that in the event that the couple are separated after two years, my client is therefore entitled to her properties, companies, assets and all she had previously signed off to the defendant.” Olivia read out, looki
SANDRA’S POV:THE NEXT EVENING:“Good evening…Welcome.” I greeted a few of David’s friends and their wives as they were joining us for dinner.“You look amazing!” The two wives, Freda and Elley, complimented their voices in a high pitched tone and I couldn’t help but smile and roll my eyes.My lip filler was temporary, so with the comments from Selena which had been such a burden, and the stare from David every time he tried to kiss me, I found myself getting it removed. But contrary to Selena’s other comment calling me a look like a melted doll, I didn’t feel like one. I was beautiful with the sexiest body which remained snatched up perfectly. Everyone turned around to stare and I loved the attention, and even the approaches from men at the stores. I loved the flirting and imaginations.“Where’s your gown from by the way?” Elley asked, staring at me intently and I couldn’t even pretend like I liked these two. They were so annoying and loud, and I just knew they gossiped about me ever
SANDRA’S POV:I glanced at David waiting for him to speak up and defend both me and my child but he simply continued eating his food and Pete swooped in and nudged Elley’s side and she quickly apologized, “But I’m sorry, nonetheless.” And excused herself and Freda followed behind her.“She shouldn’t have said that about your child. Apologies Sandra.” The way my name rolled off his tongue had goosebumps running through my skin,“So I recently joined a golf club and let me tell you, it has been aggravating…” Billy was such a nerdy guy who had married such a beauty like Freda, he adored her and Freda and I would have been friends if Elley never existed and if she wasn’t so fake.Pete stared at me with raised eyebrows and mouthered, “Are you okay?” And I nodded before continuing with my meal and fear ran through my spine when I saw the look on David’s face.I was definitely playing with fire by interacting thereI continued eating my food and ignored whatever conversation that was brought
3RD POV:A DAY BEFORE SELENA’S BIRTHDAY:The proceeding had begun, and David felt quite calmer than he was supposed to be. How calm he was made everyone around him assume he had paid off the judge, or had something up his sleeve but he refrained from sharing anything. He put on his new designer grey suit which he was custom made perfectly for him. He slicked back his hair like it was the 90’s and he was old money, combed out his newly trimmed beard which had been dyed to match his new sandy hair colour and smiled at himself in the mirror, as he applied his cologne and intoxicating spray which had Sandra who was in the same room with him coughing.“Are you leaving already?” She inquired, wincing as she sat up.After what had happened that day, David had barged into the bathroom meeting her with her pulse weak and in between life and death. He had discovered later on by the doctors that the glasses had pierced deep into her veins so she had lost so much blood. The female doctors and nur
SELENA’S POV:THAT NIGHT:“I can’t even begin to describe how annoying it is that he remembers my birthday this year. Lord knows if he tries anything crazy….” I told Liv as she sat in the room with her eyes glued to her laptop.I watched as a proud smile appeared on her face and I couldn’t help but frown and stare but before I could ask, she already dismissed my thought saying, “He wouldn’t dare try anything crazy especially on your day, where we have former trained military personnels employed as our new security and hopefully Henry would be back. You have absolutely no reason to freak out and stress your beautiful brain out.” I heaved a sigh and nodded, “What are you smiling about though?” “Oh nothing….I just love having a man like Ace. I know I always say this but he’s just the best. The most thoughtful and most romantic man…everybody else I’ve been with are….” She took in a breath and smiled even brighter, I was certain her jaw was going to hurt or hurting at the moment.“You sh
3RD POV:AN HOUR LATER:While Selena was getting ready for the surprise party, the girls had planned for her, Henry was at work late, reviewing a few documents that needed his approval, re-reading the new contracts set before him, testing out the new gadgets as overheating was outrightly controlled and he had worked personally with the workers in the production team to ensure it was all in check and the marketing department had thought it would be an amazing idea if one of the top media spaces in the world, Togue, had come with him for a day in his life and take a few pictures. The marketing team of his company thought it would be a great way to start since the entire world adored how handsome he was and were curious about him.“Would you need me to order something for you sir?” His assistant, Lisa, inquired and he looked up for the first time in hours realizing how dark it was and how much time had passed.This is just how I was like before I got married to Selena. He said to himself
SELENA’S POV:He had on a blue shirt and the sleeves were rolled up and the two buttons rolled down, he stood next to Mr Gunnerside’s assistant, Jerald, who was at least around the same age bracket as the both of us and he had on black pants to match. His face instantly lit up as soon as he saw me and I forced a smile.Mr Gunnerside had some work to complete back home so he had sent his assistant. Sometimes I felt I was overworking him especially at his age but he didn’t seem to have any complaints with it. In fact, it served as an adventure for him and his beautiful wife.“Good afternoon.” I shook hands with him and he smiled, greeting me the same. Then I shook hands with Jerald who looked surprisingly anxious.“So are you ready for the tour?” He inquired and I looked straight ahead with a satisfied smile.“You look amazing by the way.” Joey whispered in my ears as we all walked into the building together with my assistant walking next to Jerald planning to take note of all the conv
SELENA’S POV:THREE DAYS LATER:After a very crazy day, days ago, Henry and I had been really occupied work and it was so bad that when I arrived back home, he was always passed out on the couch after waiting for me or I was the one falling asleep in the home office with the documents on my face while he would return home and carry me up to the room. Nanny Solidat had just told me how she watched with so much pride as Henry with his tired eyes carried me up the stairs and she had given him a thumbs up making him force a smile. It was insane that I had no idea all that was even happening.Today, Henry was meeting with a few shareholders who had heard of the complaint presented before the company about the e-waste and the investors as well as board members feared another lawsuit being brought before them. So today’s meeting was essentially to discuss them and there was an entire presentation on eco-friendly materials and an entire gadget that was created to serve as an example. Henry’s
SELENA’S POV:“How was your day, my love?” He asked in a soft yet deep tone which made my heart flip.“I just want to be in your arms and be held without putting my eyes on any document.” I told him and he couldn’t help but chuckle.“Are you ready for tonight?” I asked and he laughed, “I’m so ready to be entertained.”We both laughed and stayed together before FaceTiming Nanny Solidat to check up on our little angel just about ten minutes before arriving at the restaurant which also consisted of a five-star hotel.************A FEW MINUTES LATER:“Oh look at how bright they are smiling at us…” Henry whispered in my ears and I couldn’t help but cackle.Contrary to our expectation, the dinner was not served at the restaurant of the hotel which was at the ground floor but rather at the rooftop of the hotel. As soon as they arrived, the receptionist, who had been given clear instructions, called for our attention and announced that both Amber and Gavin Quinn were upstairs patiently waiti
SELENA’S POV:FEW WEEKS LATER:“I just want to go back on my vacation.” I whined to Olivia who was seated in front of me and she couldn’t help but laugh while sipping out of her drink.It had been a few weeks since after the short, blissful vacation at Morris Island and I think I had overheard Henry talking about purchasing it. It was a huge investment and it was a small island but perfect. Everything about it from atmosphere, to the meals, to the water, I was totally in love and I totally understood why Henry was so in love with it too. He saw the frown on my face when we were leaving, and he promised we would be back soon and hopefully longer but he didn’t mention any further thing about the buying of it. In the private jet, I had made a joke about being pregnant because of how we had sex in all corners of the house and the flashbacks of Henry covering my mouth, in order not to moan loudly and wake up Hailey, while sliding into me very slowly and other times roughly, played in mind
SELENA’S POV:THE NEXT MORNING:“Give Mummy a kiss.” I spoke to Hailey, who was simply clapping her hands together while I assisted the chef in the kitchen as he prepared a meal for us. Henry was still asleep due to jet lag and we had spent the first part of your short weekend getaway sleeping so well, and cuddling. However, this morning I was super excited to serve Henry in bed as my husband deserve nothing but the best because he was the best. Although I had not prepared the breakfast, I was there throughout the whole process making sure everything was perfect while also trying my best not to annoy the chef, Mr Rabbit, who already seemed irritated by my constant questions and monitoring eyes.“Muah…” Hailey kissed my cheek and it was honestly so cute especially with her little noises and words she often said. My daughter was so calm and gentle, I wondered if that was going to continue to be the case as she grew older since both Henry and I were both calm. Plus she kept growing cute
HENRY’S POV:THE NEXT DAY:I rocked Hailey as she was slowly drifting to sleep in my arms, and my beautiful Selena fell asleep with her head on my thigh, sleeping beautifully while we were up in the air flying back to Luresia where we both had a lot of work to do. Liv and Ace had taken Ace’s private jet contrary to my expectation that we were all going to travel back together. But it was beneficial to me either way, because now we were taking a quick stop at Moria Island. It was an island I had been trying to purchase for a while after my first visit before I met Selena…and now all I wanted to do more than ever was to put it in our family name or just in Selena’s. We were going to stay there till Sunday evening as it was just about a three hour flight from there to Luresia and we both had a stressful long month worrying about Carmeron and our safety. It was going to be a breath of fresh air and it was highly recommended by my mother who kept encouraging me after I suggested it to he
SELENA’S POV:“Cherry, the woman you are! The world is not ready for all the amazing designs you have installed. I'm so proud of you sister.” Liv announced standing proudly as sad admired Cherry who finally darted her eyes from the work in front of her for the first time and grinned.“I have an idea! We should take pictures and I will distribute it all over social media giving you great press. What do you think?” We all hummed in agreement with Gabby's suggestion and Cherry looked at us with our lips tucked out.“I appreciate you all so much! Now try your gown so we can prepare for this party!” She aaaaaatold her and the others grabbed their gowns and headed straight into the dressing room.“Do you really like it?” She inquired looking at me with uncertainty and I laughed going ahead to grab her hand.“I love it, I'm so used to boring outfits but this is different, and I am a Scott so I need to make a statement.” I stood proudly and walked around like a lioness and I flipped my hair.
SELENA’S POV:LATER THAT EVENING.After lunch with Joey, I headed to the family house where the party was to take place and I joined Liv, Cherry, Gabby, Zoey, in preparation of the welcome party for Carmeron who had gained speedy recovery. It amazed all of us and we were so happy. While we prepared, listening to music and telling stories, I thought to share with the girls my lunch with Joey and they all laughed arriving at the conclusion.“Yeah ... .I need a man who would be that intentional.” Zoey joked and we all shook our heads.“It’s giving obsession and does that really happen in real life? A man being obsessed with a girl, learning all her likes and dislikes, following her everywhere, trying to infiltrate her life and destroy her entire life just so she can be his? I’m not saying that’s what is going through his mind, just asking a question.” Gabby asked and Liv confirmed that there had to be a reality to it.“Some men just love to chase after what they can’t get because they lo
SELENA’S POV:A FEW HOURS LATER:I arrived at the restaurant at exactly noon and right before I exited out of the house, Henry was nowhere in sight when I left the house. Neither did he say anything after. I just hope I wouldn’t regret not listening to him, but it was important for him to know I couldn’t neither did I want to ever be controlled. I respected his opinion always but never a command. But I came with the entire security team for safety reasons as I wasn’t dumb enough to come all by myself.As soon as I arrived at the private section of the restaurant named, Trina’s love, I saw Joey sitting in a white t-shirt and his silver watch glimmered from a distance. His eyes were glued to his phone but he seemed to either be reading something or waiting for a message as I wasn’t texting, simply staring. He suddenly darted his eyes to mine and locked eyes with me and a huge smile appeared on his face. “You look breathtaking.” He complimented me as soon as I arrived at the table and I