~Merina Pov~ Days passed like a blur and it was time for my appointment to the hospital, and this time around, the therapist won't be coming to the house but I will be going to him. I woke and like always, did the same routine and waited in the room for a few minutes before taking my small bag and walking downstairs. I was stunned to see Adams sitting in his usual spot at the table and drinking his morning tea while strolling through his phone. This was also my first time seeing him in glasses, and I could not ignore how elegant and poised he looked in it. I smiled politely when he looked my way and I knew I couldn't avoid him anymore, and I had to go have my breakfast. I had been avoiding Adams since that night, making sure not to encounter him. I stayed in my room when it was morning and only after hearing the sound of his car would I go out and it was the same at night. I don't know what I was avoiding but I knew I didn't want to see him or have a chat with him. I walked to
~Merina Pov~ I stood up immediately after seeing the young man rushing and walking towards me. His footsteps echoed on the ground as he walked so fast toward me. On getting to me, he sighed in relief, then smiled gently, “I forgot to tell the nurses or give you a recommendation letter. So sorry about this, Miss Merina.” He said then turned to the nurse and gave the nurse a hard look which scared the nurse so much that I could see her shiver. “Sorry for the disrespect, Let’s move to my office,” he said then without looking at the nurse who was as silent as a mute, I followed him but not without giving the female driver a gentle look to assure her. I sat in the office facing Doctor Ralph, I watched him bring out a book and give me one, then to my surprise he didn’t bother saying anything and only began working on his papers after I took the book that looked like a novel from him. “What should I do with this?” I asked blankly. He looked at me with that sad gentle smile, “I just
~Adams Pov~ I have been reviewing some information about the new investment plan the company has ongoing. But my mind kept drifting away, I had wondered if Merina was done with her session and should be home now, and I unconsciously wanted to call her but thinking about her attitude towards me in the morning when we met and the days before when she had been avoiding me, I gritted my teeth and put down the phone. I returned my gaze to the file I was reading, I didn't want to think about it anymore! I thought irritatedly with my fists crumbling the papers in my hand, then suddenly, I heard the sound of my phone ringing which I picked up without seeing who it was. “Hello, President Nart!” The sound of calm voice sounded on the other side and I had to move the oh one away to see who it was seeing the caller ID, my heart skipped a bit. “Why are you calling? Is anything wrong? Is Merina still there with you?!” I gripped the table hard and asked in a deep cold voice. I heard the sound
~Adams Pov~I stiffened on hearing the voice, but my mind was still on the kiss, so I thought I was dreaming, I looked at Merina who still had her eyes closed and her mouth opened as she took in a little breath and I couldn't help but want to dive in for more, but when I was about to take her lips again, that familiar voice sounded again but this time filled with rage. “Adams Nart!” My hand that was about to hold Merina’s face stiffened on recognizing her mum’s voice then I became calm and with my back still turned, I looked at Merina who gasped in realization, “Go in and rest. I will handle this.” I said gently then watched her turn around in nervousness and closed the door.I sighed irritatedly and then turned to look at her. I was surprised to see Micca with my mum, but my face turned cold when I turned to look at my mum. “What are you doing here?” I asked calmly.My mum glared at me with anger and then rushed to my side with her finger pointed at me, “Who is that girl?!” She shou
~Merina Pov~ I felt guilty when he had angrily left, so I stood up to follow him after thinking about it, I just wanted to reassure him that I meant no harm and just wanted him to be happy but who knew I would see him chatting happily with his Micca? I looked at him speechlessly and decided to go back as its seems he doesn't need my words. I closed the door and rested my back on it, my head was blank and I couldn't think of anything but—Why do I feel disappointed? Why am I angry? I closed my eyes deeply then I heard a knock on the door and I just knew it was Adams. “Merina, what's going on? Open the door, will you?” His gentle voice which seemed not angry anymore sounded outside the door and for a moment I wanted to open the door, but I held back.Minutes passed and I thought he had left from the silence outside the door, so I stood up and walked towards the bed and leaned on the bedpost with my legs up and my hands hugging it to my chest.I looked startled on seeing the door ope
~Adams Pov ~ “What about Micca? What will you do about her?” I looked at her in confusion, her question sounded strange and I had to move back to look at her. “What does Micca have to do with us? And what should I do about her?” I asked with furrowed brows. She pulsed her lips and looked down, but I wouldn't let this go, I needed an answer this time, so I raised her head and looked into her eyes, “Don't avoid me! Look at me while I talk, Merina!” I said still looking at her. Her lips trembled, “You are with her right? I won't be a mistress to you. No matter how low I have become, I won't become a mistress.” She said powerfully and this time I was surprised she was looking into my eyes deeply with determination. I looked at her and tilted my head in thought, and then it came to me, now I understand what she meant by that word. Merina thought I was with Micca? I looked at her serious little face and went wild in laughter, I laughed so hard and almost tumbled on her and when I rai
~Micca Pov~ I sat in front of my Madam Nart, Adams Mother calmly as I watched her cuss loudly and bitterly. I didn't comfort her but just looked at her with a face filled with pity but only I knew the the anger I was feeling inside. I watched her shout in anger and I felt angry and frustrated. I had used all my strength to convince her to come to Adams’s place, though I had thought Adams would be at the office but it was shocking to find him at home and kissing that girl, outside without feeling any shame. She had caused my Adams to change! Because the Adams I know would never shamelessly kiss a woman in public and had always been a cold and elegant person it was that woman who had deceived him with her vixen-like look. Though I was really angry looking at them kissing but more than that, I had been happy because I had wanted to see that vixen getting disgraced. I had always known Madam Nart had always been greedy and always wanted someone of the same status with their family, w
~Adams Pov ~My heart went into shock upon hearing her words. I knew Merina was smart but I never knew she understood her condition. I had told them not to tell her anything, especially the therapist, but it seems I still am not able to keep it away from her. I swallowed and didn't know what else to say, I watched her wiggle out of the blanket and then stood up to leave but I held her arm, I sat up too and moved to hug her from the back. I bit her her on her shoulder and hearing the sound of pain from her mouth, my eyes turned dark, “So you know pain? So why are you making me feel a headache? Huh?” I asked and seeing her want to turn around, I held her tightly and gritted my teeth frustratedly. “I hate that you make me feel this way! I hate that you make me lose control and when I am ready to be with you, you throw me some excuses and want to run away!” I complained with frustration and bit her again like I wanted to eat her whole. “Adams…” She called me so gentle and loving makin
Adams pov “Is everything ready?!” I asked Sean who nodded immediately. I arranged my suit then walked to the back of the car with one of the professional bodyguards sitting in the driver's seat and cars filled with my men who were armed following behind.I would have gone with Merina if she was here as people will be there with their plus one but the truth is, this auction is one of the most dangerous and lots of dealings will be happening. I know some of them might try their dirty tricks as they don't fear death which Is why I had to be prepared for anything that comes my way. The car drove for about 30 minutes before reaching one of the most congested areas of the city, then a voice coming from the car speaker sounded sharply, “Be watchful, protect the boss as it seems there are some suspicious people around.” My eyes grew sharp and the aura in the car immediately changed. We sat up straight and became vigilant, but somehow we passed through safely. I leaned back on the seat bu
~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