CHAPTER 4

I felt very uneasy as I heard his deep voice on the other end of the line, after hesitating I had to answer because my life depended on my decision and the powerful billionaire had no time to waste. 

“Uhhh I’ve made my decision” I said barely speaking 

“I need this so I’ll go through it” I said nervously 

On my way to my mom’s house, the only thing that was on my mind was how to explain to her the whole situation I found myself in. I didn’t want to make her worry nor did I want her to think it’ll be a contract marriage. 

I got to her place, she looked and felt better than she was the last time I saw her and although happy I was shocked.

“Hey baby” my mom—Mrs Annabel Joseker said smiling as she always does whenever she sees me 

“Mama you look different from two days ago” I said with a smile but with utmost concern

“I called you to tell you what happened but then you said you were coming over so I said to wait for you” she said, still smiling. “A young lady brought me my complete medications during the day and left. I thought it was you that’s why I called earlier. She was well dressed like a secretary and she had long blonde hair”

I knew she was talking about Felix’s secretary and I couldn’t help but think that it was part of the offer,which it was. Few minutes passed and it was time to tell my mom about my marriage. “I’ve got something to talk about mama” I said very nervously 

“Uhm…. So I might be getting married” I said playing with her cloth “I know it’s coming fast but it’s just kind of complicated, I mean I like him and he’s a good person also and he’s kind of very….

“This is the funniest I’ve heard from you baby” amidst her laughter I heard her say. ‘She never takes me seriously’ I said to myself 

“I'm serious mama” I said with a firm tone. “It’s just happening so fast and yes we’ve been together for a while and I didn’t think it’ll go this far” I lied to her 

“I need to see him and know if this is true but why is it this fast? Do you love him? Is it what you want? Are you getting pressured by him?” She asked with concern and I couldn’t help but hesitate because I didn’t have answers to her questions. 

My mom encouraged me and danced to my marriage announcement but deep down she was concerned. I was lying on my bed thinking of what my life will look like in the next few years and I didn’t even know what to expect. My future husband is the most handsome man I’ve ever seen so that’s a good thing for me at least but aside from that, I don’t know any other thing and of course the obvious one is ‘his wealth’.

 I didn’t want my mom to worry much so I will just continue with this lie although not everything was a lie though. 

“What do you mean by tomorrow?” I yelled, out of shock and confusion

“You have to check out your wedding dress in a few minutes and I’ll have my driver pick you up” a deep emotionless voice sternly said back at me.

 And immediately the call dropped, I was called out. 

I got to the store and I met Mrs Grace Bailey—the billionaire’s mom and I must say she’s the nicest woman after my mom that I’ve ever encountered. She’s filled with happiness and humility. And Lisa Bailey,his younger sister, as innocent as she looks, a very funny and kind hearted woman. 

I fitted three gowns before I could pick one. I was amazed and excited by how I looked, I didn’t realize I had such hidden beauty in me. 

“You look the best” they said in unison and smiled so heavily that I almost cried. I stood in front of the mirror looking at myself with utmost joy and I couldn’t believe my eyes. I thought I was dreaming and I was brought back to life by my ringing phone. I wiped my tears and answered the call and it was my friend Claire. 

The next few hours was filled with compliments,smiles, giggling and joyful laughter. I had sat down to hope this was how my life would be after my marriage and I felt reassured when I looked at the wonderful women I had beside me. 

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I stood in front of the mirror admiring my hidden beauty as I lit up my surroundings and I gasped as I saw my curves visibly letting itself out effortlessly. ‘I could get used to looking like this as Mrs Dana Bailey’ and I as smiled at my God sent beauty I heard a voice say behind “you look incredible baby and I feel fulfilled seeing you in this dress” my mom said with tears streaming down her face

“Don’t allow me to ruin my makeup mama” I said sniffing to stop the tears building up in my eyes. “You look different but still you’re my little girl” she whispered making me giggle 

“Let’s go get married” she said with joy filled in her voice 

And as my mom walked me down the aisle, I could hear murmuring and giggles. Of course they had to say something. I also said something when I saw myself. I was the happiest woman on earth, at least I felt so. With my friend, coworkers and mom present, although I wished my dad was here, I knew he was smiling down at me, I couldn’t ask for anything else, I was grateful and I felt extremely lucky. 

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How does she look so beautiful and different?, how does she make me feel like this? I’ve got a lot to ask. As I watched her walk towards me, I felt weak to my knees, mesmerized by how breathtaking she was I said ‘wow’. Who is she and how does she do this to me? I haven’t felt this way about anyone before. But here I was getting confused by the most beautiful lady I’ve ever seen in my entire life. Her gracious catwalk showing every inch of her curves made my thoughts go wild but I had to bring myself back to reality. 

“You’re so beautiful” I said genuinely 

“Thank you” she giggled 

Goddd!!! Her voice is music to my eyes, I could listen to it all day. She makes me feel comfortable and relaxed and it’s the most amazing feeling I’ve felt in a long while. 

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As I stood in front of the powerful billionaire, I froze. Why does he look different, I thought. His grayish eyes pierced all the way to my bones and gave me shivers, his black tuxedo brought out his broad shoulders and it brought back memories from that night and more shivers went down my body and his smile gave me butterflies in my stomach. 

Can’t you wait, he’ll be yours in a few minutes,  I heard a voice tell me as I stood there picturing different scenarios with him. ‘Whatever’ I giggled at my thoughts. 

“Will you, Dana Joseker, take Felix Bailey to be your husband in sickness and in health and riches and poorer?” The priest asked 

“I DO” I said with a grin on my face  

“Will you, Felix Bailey,take Dana Joseker to be your husband in sickness and in health and riches and poorer?” The priest asked 

“I DO” he said with a smile and a softer tone this time 

“ I pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss” the priest said 

He pulled me closer to him as he kissed me passionately with a calm tone he said “ your lips are extremely soft” and I could feel my legs go numb by his statement. 

The wedding ceremony went on and went by, it was time to go to my new house and I couldn’t wait because I had a lot of imagination and excitement on how my wedding night will be. 

I didn’t understand the atmosphere in the car on our way home. Felix had been acting unusual after the wedding and I couldn’t help but ask how he felt and surprisingly I didn’t get a response from him, only a wicked glare and rolling of eyes. 

As confused as I was, I sat quietly and looked outside the amazing city thinking of ‘Mrs Bailey’ and giggling at the thought of it. 

“Your laugh is too loud” his deep voice said harshly

“How?” I said looking at him with a confused look expecting an answer but all I got was rolling of eyes

How did he change from turning me on with his words and being sweet to talking to me like a stranger? I asked myself with a very confused look on my face. 

“Sit quietly” he said with a scary look