~Adams Pov~ I climb down the stairs fast-paced and it can be seen how angry I am at the moment from my face that says keep off. “Had a hard time talking with Uncle Nart?” I looked up when I heard the voice of Micca. I shook my head and looked at her deeply until she rolled her eyes in annoyance and glared at me with eyes filled with venom. I laughed softly and then patted her hair, scattering the hairstyle she had on which made her slap my palm angrily. “Micca!” I called out in a serious note, and when she turned to look at me, “If my parents talk nonsense with you, don't bother giving them a face and tell them your decision. You don't need to think of respect and all. Reject them with peace of mind, okay?!” I said clearly. She looked at me with a confused look then turned to look up, and when I followed her glance I saw my dad also descending the stairs. I snorted coldly then walked down to sit on the couch and then brought out my phone to return emails. I wouldn't have stayed
~Merina Pov~I had been sleeping peacefully after having drank the milk and toast prepared by the housekeeper aunty, but then My phone rang at that moment which shocked me awake.I looked at the phone in a daze and did not come to my senses for some time, then the second ring brought me out of my daze, I was confused for a moment thinking of who could be the one who called at the moment, but then when I saw the caller, my eyes turned red with anger, my body shivered remembering what had recently happened.“Hello..” I said quietly as I still felt groggy from my sleep and my thoughts. “Merina..” She gritted her teeth angrily, making me surprised because I should be the angry one for what she had done and I knew I would still get my revenge. “You dare tell your man to cancel my song?!” She yelled making me confused. I asked her what she meant by that but all she did was laugh, “Merina! Your mother's belongings are still here, and if you don't get here, I will surely throw them away!” S
~Merina Pov~ The gate opened on its own and without a word, I strolled into my home which now looked strange to me. It feels suffocating making me want to turn back and leave but thinking of my mother's things which I am determined to take back, I frowned but kept on moving. I stood in front of the front door and knocked on the door. I was expecting them to play that useless trick again but I was surprised when the door opened and I came to face a grumpy maid who didn't bother greeting or looking at me like I had to disturb her rest. I didn't bother with the maid and walked inside, it's not like it's the first time so I see no reason why I should be angry. Then suddenly as I Walked, and I suddenly stopped seeing the two people sitting on the couch with a dark face. Immediately they saw me, Sofia stood up and rushed towards me with anger, and seeing her raised hand, I held it before she could land a slap on my face. “You dare touch me?!” Sofia yelled with her swollen eyes filled w
~Merina Pov ~The smile on my face remained as I looked calmly at my father’s confused face, then I pressed the play button and watched their face turn dark and pale on hearing the words of Sofia. Her words were devious and filled with wickedness. The recordings turned off on their own after playing and the room became so silent, I watched my stepmom’s face become pale as she turned to look at my dad, and I knew she was planning to say something to clear it off like she used to. My eyes were filled with mockery as I watched Sofia back away from my father’s body and then nervousness looked at him. My father looked at Sofia with a dark face, then gritted his teeth, “Is it true?” He asked with a cold voice.“Dad…I-I was just threatening her by telling them to do so. I didn't mean to let them hurt her!” Sofia denied as she waved her hands shaking with fear.My lips curled up in a mocking smile, “Do you know what I can do with this record?”I asked. Sofia turned to me with anger in her
~Merina Pov~“You are so shameless!” I shook my head and then left the place without bothering to look back.I came out and saw the driver standing outside waiting for me and I could see from his posture that he had been standing outside waiting for me for long. I felt grateful and gave him a bright smile to show everything was okay when I got closer to him and without saying a word, he climbed into the car and opened the door to the back seat for me which I entered. The car drove for more than an hour before stopping. I climbed out of the car and breathed in deeply in satisfaction, then I walked inside with urgent steps. On getting inside ISaw Aunty humming an unknown song happily as she watered the plant placed in the window. I walked closer to her, “Hello Auntie!” I greeted them with smiles.“Oh! Miss Merina is back? The master asked me to inform you that he has something to take care of and would be back late.” She said then dropped the water can she was holding, “I will get yo
~Adams Pov ~I had rushed to handle some problems that came up in the office after Merina left the house. It was already late when I arranged everything and also finished up with the meetings I had which were filled with arguments. I hadn't had time to ask about the situation of the driver who I had asked to take Merina home and I just wanted to see her now, though I didn't understand the urge to see her even if I was exhausted. I stepped on the gas and drove on the road but I couldn't help but stop the car when I saw a well light shop selling Ice-Cream,I watched as couples held hands lovingly as they chose their kind of flavors and I won't deny the little bit of envy I felt at the moment. I watched them for a while then snorted, “Childish!” I pulsed my lips and drove off but then, I couldn't keep driving, it felt like something was holding me back.I drove back to the ice cream shop and parked my car on the spot which I had just driven off from. I glared at the shop from my car and
~Merina Pov~ My eyes lit up in anticipation for his words, but when I had thought he would say something, he tapped my nose and laughed teasingly.“I will tell you if you visit the therapist and the doctor every week. When I see improvement in your health, I will tell you what I think, but if you mention anything about it during that period, then I won’t be telling you!” He said then turned around with his hands in his pocket and left elegantly.I stared at his back in a daze then I realized, I had been teased by him! I pulsed my lips and smiled with my head bowed, and then I turned and went back inside the room. It was not like I didn’t understand Adams was doing this so I would take treatment and this just warms my heart. It’s been a long time since I felt this free and happy and it fills me with delight. It was just a drunken encounter but it has become something I can’t control. I am not dumb to know the thin line between me and Adams but it was also something I didn’t want to
~Merina Pov~ My brain went blank when I heard her words. I looked at her blankly, especially her mouth. I wanted herbtonreleat her words, to make me understand what she meant by that. It felt like something broke in me and also felt like it was normal. Yes, Normal! What have I been thinking about? That he would like me? Besides, looking at the lady he had introduced as Micca, she carried that confident aura, poised and elegant. I snapped out of my daze when she dropped my hand. I clenched my hand and opened it again to clean it on my dress. I didn't know if I should stay or just leave as it would be awkward standing here or sitting with them, but something in me just didn't want to leave, and that was when Adams came back carrying a glass of fruit wine. He smiled at Micca and I noticed he smiled a lot when with her the air between them was peaceful and not awkward at all like it was supposed to be, and not to forget how good they both look standing together. My eyes trembled and
~Mark Pov~I watched as Micca finally slept after a long day. I traced her face gently but my eyes were cold and ruthless. I I had truly been so happy after I was told she was pregnant as I am very sure the pregnancy is mine. I closed my eyes tightly as I remembered what the doctor had said, “Miss Micca, you can't have another abortion as the ones you had done before had affected you.” “Why?!” I asked myself with gritted teeth. I know the child that was said to have been aborted was mine! How many times had she done this? Does she hate me this much? Enough to affect her health so as not to be associated with me? Adams doesn't even love her the way I do, so why the hell is she bent on him?! Why?! I swallowed hard in rage, raised my head and fixed my eyes on her pale sleeping face. I could remember clearly how I fell in love with her, it was still so far in my heart and when I found her real identity and how she is associated with Adams, whom I hate so much, I had felt so much ange
~Adams Pov~ I looked at the phone that went dark after the call then smiled teasingly as I looked toward a faraway away place, then turned around to check on Liam who was addressing the village chief of this village.I had arrived here early with Liam after hearing of his grandparent's death. I had always known the couple as a loving couple and they were childhood sweethearts who later got married. When I received the news of Grandma Lucian’s passing, my first thought was to ask Liam if his grandfather can survive it. I wasn't being mean, I was just being realistic and I was right. I didn't know what love was before I met Merina but now that I met her and married her, I know what it is and I have experienced it so I could understand at least 20 percent of what Grandfather Lucian had felt. I sighed and pat Lucian Shoulder, and then my eyes were attracted to the familiar figure who was wearing a baggy gown that looked funny on her, but she still looked beautiful. Next to her was a yo
~Merina Pov~ I was really surprised when she said so, I felt so confused but looking at her, somehow I knew she is not a bad person and I was glad to have someone involved in this kind of profession in this place. I have never studied about pregnancy or children and I really know nothing about it. I would have decided to leave early and go back home but somehow I feel really scared. Adams has enemies and not just him, I have enemies too. Like my my family and especially Sofia. What if she decided to harm my child after I had spoiled her reputation? I wouldn’t be scared if I wasn’t pregnant but now that I am, I have to be careful especially when two different doctors have talked about my weak body. I will be heartbroken if anything happens to my baby. I signed and thought about it then decided to stay here and take care of my self, at least I get the peace I am looking for even if I would have to wrong Adams but I know he would understand and I really don’t want to be his weakness.
~Merina Pov~ I walked into the hospital closest to the village and not too far from it, and beside me was Lilah, the daughter of the village head. She had suggested we take the taxi but since it was just a 15-minute walk from the village, I decided to trek it to prepare myself. When aunty told me yesterday that I might be pregnant, I felt so shocked. I wasn't expecting it at all, and I don't even know what I feel right now, excitement? Not really, sadness? Nope! But I don't feel neutral at all. I feel a touch of everything and it's not making me think straight. This is the moment when Adams was here with me, but no, he isn't here so I have no choice but to take care of this myself. I sighed loudly and Lilah who heard me turned to look at me with a worried face, “What's wrong, Merina? You okay? Do you want to rest?” she asked nervously and I couldn't help but laugh at her nervous face. “C’mon, I have only been walking for just 5 mins, how can I be tired? Sister is not that weak,
~Micca Pov~ I coughed as I looked at the ceiling. My eyes were bloodshot, I had been sick for days, it hadn’t been easy so far, and sometimes it felt like I had been poisoned I am beginning to suspect Mark since he wouldn’t allow me to leave the hospital, and also wouldn’t call in a doctor, I have been vomiting everything that goes into my tummy and I have been feeling dizzy, it’s got so bad that I can’t even move my legs but all mark keep yapping about is how he want to protect me from Adams as the outside was not safe but I feel I am not even safe with him. My head shifted to the door and seeing Mark enter with a tray of food, I ignored him and adjusted myself properly then closed my eyes so as not to see his bastard face. I heard his sigh then he traced my neck and face which was all skin and bones now, “I’m sorry baby, I never knew it has gotten to this, I have been busy dealing with the aftermath and throwing attacks so you can be safe, but I never knew you were this sick unt
~Adams pov~I took a deep breath in front of Merina’s room, I clenched the test result I had just received from the doctor’s office. It was supposed to be a good thing but the news that followed scared me so much. Merina is pregnant. The thought of it brought joy to my heart, the thought that she has our fruit growing in her heart made me want to run around the place in joy, but the complications that come with her pregnancy are something I fear so much. I took a deep breath and put on a calm face before pushing open the door to the room but what I found was an empty bed, I raised my eyebrow in surprise, “She is awake?!” I muttered then walked inside then sat down on the couch waiting as I thought she might be in the toilet doing her thing. But I waited for long without seeing the toilet door open, and that was when my eyes saw the drip package on the ground, I frowned and bent down take it then I saw it torn. My eyes flashed with shock, I stood up hastily and rushed to the toilet
~Merina Pov~ I woke up and looked at the white wall, my eyes was dazed and filled with confusion, “Where am I?!” I asked myself but no one was there to respond to me, I sat up gently and noticed the IV drip connected to my hand. I frowned as everything came rushing in. The Conference, the talks, and the secrets. I closed my eyes tiredly, “No wonder I had lost consciousness, everything was so tiring. I felt so drained and suddenly I didn't want to see anyone. I was still dressed in the gown I had worn to the conference. I looked around and saw no one there, I suddenly stood up with the help of the bed, and then I looked at the drip which was connected to my hand and was dripping little by little. I frowned in impatience then suddenly removed the injection from my hand which drew blood but I could care less about it, then I took the drip and cut it off then drank it all without a change of expression. I looked out of the window and suddenly had one desire, I didn't know what came ov
~Adams Pov~ I watched in distress as Merina shed tears of pain, this was one of the reasons I didn’t want her here. There were too many revelations and she had just recovered, her being here might trigger her wound and it might hurt her. My chest felt so much pain and I couldn’t help but sweat just thinking about it.I leaned down and buried her face to my chest then kissed her forehead. I looked at the reporters who looked so excited as they had gotten so much worthy news. I knew they would do her justice but it’s was left with just one thing which I had to do. It’s time for everyone to know of Merina’s talents and the scams her so-called family had done to her. I turned to look at the manager of my company PR and gave him a signal which he understood immediately, then he turned serious and hushed the reporters, then smiled on seeing the obedient crowd. I sat down with Merina on my leg and I hugged her in my arms like no man's business. I don’t care if people are watching and all I
Merina Pov I walked confidently into the hall with my heels clicking on the floor. I was dressed in a way that brought out an aggressive but elegant aura. My eyes were as sharp as a hawk and my face held a polite but indifferent smile. In my hand was a small handbag. The hall became as quiet as the night after I announced my presence, then walked to the front where Adams stood with his mouth agape as he looked at me with a shocked face. I smiled when I got close to him then whispered, “Hubby, I am here.” I said and saw his eyes brighten up with laughter. I couldn't help but chuckle too then held his hand, “Did I disturb you? I’m sorry, I just don't want you to face this alone. It's time to step out and assist you. I have always wanted to face the world with you and fight it off, but I have never had the confidence, seeing the announcement yesterday, I know I am the one drawing you back, it is time to stand next to you with my hand in yours as we tackle things as couples. I know you