Roman's POV"What do you mean the charity gala is taking place this evening?" I spat, glaring at the overtly-designed invitation card that Nathan placed on my desk."I'm sorry, sir. I brought it to your notice last week, so I thought you were aware of it, that's why I didn't call to remind you about it yesterday, sir." Nathan said, and bowed.I inhaled deeply as I massaged my forehead. "So what time exactly is it happening?""You still have about two hours left, sir. It won't begin until five in the evening and it's about fifteen minutes to three now."I groaned in frustration. "For fuck's sake, how could I have forgotten about something so damn important?"He bowed once more. "By the way, the event coordinator told me to inform you that it's compulsory to bring a plus one and since almost everyone in the country knows about your fiancée, the chairwoman instructed me to tell you to take her with you." I raised an eyebrow, "When did she tell you that?*"I just got off the phone with h
Sofie's POVI heaved a deep breath as I slipped my hand into Roman's warm one and he helped me out of the car."You seem tense, baby, are you alright?" He asked, wrapping his arm around my waist, his eyes oozing with warmth and affection as they stared into mine.I shook my head even though I felt nervous as hell at the thought of being in a large, shiny room with wealthy men and women from all walks of life.I had no idea what I was supposed to do as Roman's plus one."I'm okay. I'm just really blown away by the size of this place, you know."Roman chuckled, leaning down to press a kiss to my forehead, "This place is nothing though. You should have seen the venue of last year's gala. It was really out of this world."I shook my head as an incredulous gasp escaped my lips, "So you mean there's somewhere even more extravagant than this place?"My eyes roamed around the parking lot which had various colours of exquisite car models parked inside it. As much as I tried to tell myself tha
Roman's POV"Oh, Roman. I love you so fucking m-much." Sofie drooled as I trailed feathery kisses from her jaw down to her clit.We had just gotten back from the charity gala barely an hour ago, and Sofie was now in the quest of fulfilling the promise she made to me."I love you more, tesoro." I whispered against the throbbing beady flesh of the most sensitive part of her.Her response was a sultry, guttural whimper that sent erotic electricity to my cock.With gentle yet passionate motions, I ran my tongue up and down her clit, basking in her moans and the way her body shuddered with overstimulation."P-please, Roman. I-I want more, give it to me." Sofie cried, her hands weakly fisting my hair and molding my face closer to her wetness.I smirked up at her, revelling in the sex-glazed coffee of her eyes, "Easy, cara. You promised you would allow me do anything I wanted with you tonight, no?"She shook her head fervently, her legs grazing down my back, "Y-yes, I did, b-but please I nee
Sofie's POV"Oh, fuck." I groaned, feeling the foreign sharp pangs of ache seize my abdomen for the umpteenth time that morning.Earlier that day, I had woken up healthy and sated from the passionate events of the night before, so I had no idea what could have triggered the pain.It felt like something with elongated fangs was chewing on my belly, like it was a gummy worm.I had taken some drugs to relieve the pain but it seemed to be worsening as time went by, and fear was gradually starting to get a hold of me as I thought about my baby.Roman had left for work about an hour ago, so I could easily go to the obstetrician's without needing to form a lie."Please be okay, baby. Please." I muttered to myself as I caressed the gentle slope of my belly.To me, it seemed like my belly was gradually starting to soften and widen but for some reason, Roman didn't seem to notice which was advantageous to me.I could keep up with my facade easily before I dipped out of his life."Madam Sofie, w
Roman's POVI smiled to myself as I watched the outside world from the glass walls of my office. The day had strangely gone quite well, and I was in a really great mood because Sofie and I were going on a date later that day.My smile widened, as I steered my gaze to the small leather box that contained the custom-made choker I was planning on gifting Sofie.The choker was made by a well-known necklace designer from Paris and I had to admit that I was really impressed with it. The design was intricately unique just like I wanted. It was a black velvet choker that had some Italian words; L'amato di Roman, engraved on it. The statement translated to Roman's beloved in English, and I just hoped Sofie would be pleased with it.A knock on the door distracted me from my thoughts, and I quickly put the box away before sitting down."Come in," I said and Nathan trekked in."Would you like me to drive you to the chairwoman's place? Or are you going on your own, sir?" He asked."Nana has bee
Sofie's POV"Thanks a lot, Doctor Kylie." I said, collecting the package which contained my medications from her.She waved it off with a smile, "It's alright, Miss Sofie. You don't have to thank me for doing my job, what you have to do right now is to give yourself some peace of mind, okay? We don't want you coming, and going out of the hospital when you're not even in the second trimester yet."I nodded, lowering my gaze to the floor, as I felt the now familiar staggering guilt engulf me for the nth time that afternoon.The baby wasn't even born, yet I couldn't even protect them properly.Maybe Roman was right about not wanting to have kids. Maybe he really wanted to have kids but not with me. Maybe he had seen how clumsy and careless I could be that he didn't trust me enough to carry his kids.All sorts of torturous thoughts ran across my mind as I put the medications inside my bag."Sofie, do you have somewhere urgent to be right now?" Damien's voice rang into my ears and dragged
Roman's POV"Make sure either you or any of the servants are always around Nana, okay? I don't want what happened today to ever repeat itself, am I clear?" I instructed Daniel, as Nathan flung open the car door.The older man bowed, "Yes, young master. I promise to never neglect my duties in the future."I clapped his shoulder before getting into the car with Nathan following suit. He turned on the gas and then we set out to the mansion."By the way, sir. Alexander Guilon called at the office earlier today to set up a meeting with you and I declined it just like you demanded." Nathan said, to which I nodded."That's good of you.""But he didn't seem like he was going to back down, sir. He keeps saying he has something important to discuss with you, something related to an abandoned gold mine that he recently just acquired."Mild irritation sizzled within me as I clutched my hands into a fist and squeezed it into the car seat, almost making a punch mark into the leather."Block everyth
Sofie's POVI heaved a sigh of despondence as my heart sunk to the pit of my belly, on sighting the imposing structure of Roman's estate."We're here." I mumbled quietly, to which Damien hummed."Do not hesitate to call me if you need anything, Sofie, and I mean literally anything, okay?" Damien uttered, unbuckling his seat belt and making to head out of the car.I deduced he wanted to assist me with the car door, so I quickly spoke, "It's fine, I can open the door on my own.""But seriously Sofie, don't forget to let me know if you need my help, and also please think carefully about this decision of yours to keep the pregnancy a secret from Roman." He reiterated himself."The first one, I will. But the second one, I can't say." I muttered, keeping my gaze rooted to the my lap.I heard him sigh. "I won't force you, I will try to respect your decision because after all, it is you who is carrying the child. Just make sure to take care of yourself and the little one inside you."I was mo
Roman's POV "Happy birthday, Nonna." I beamed up at my grandmother, as I watched her waddle downstairs with the aid of her walking stick. Today was her ninetieth birthday, and it also coincided with the wedding anniversary of my late parents. We had decided to celebrate in a big way to mark the successful completion of Nana's chemotherapy treatment after three whole years, and also the miraculous stoppage of the cancer metastasis. If someone had told twenty five year old me that I'd eventually learn to stop avoiding any event related to my parents, I'd have scoffed at them. I had also gotten the courage to visit my parents' graves a week ago, for the first time since I became an adult. The last time I visited them was more than a decade ago; on the day before I was to travel to boarding school in London. Back then, Nana had told me that I needed their blessing before taking any big step in life. But somehow, I had managed to put off visiting them before Sofie and I got married
Sofie's POVMy erect nipples were instantly in his face, begging for his touch, and sensual ministrations.He scooped up my boobs with a powerful hand, fondled them like stress balls, before capturing a nipple in his mouth while swiftly sliding the lingerie down my feet.Withdrawing from the kiss, he littered kisses down my stomach, along my stretch marks, and the thin, jagged surgical scar at the center specifically."Thank you." He whispered, gazing up at me.Forking my hands through his tendrils of dark hair, I beamed at him. "You're welcome."Then, he reached downward to my throbbing garden of horniness, and placed a thumb against my quivering entrance which yearned for nothing more than his cock."You're so beautiful everywhere." He whispered again before pressing a kiss to my core.Slowly and meticulously, he pried my folds apart, lapped at them like an ice cream cone before sliding his tongue inside me.Roman knew every part of me like the back of his palm; he knew my core, he
Sofie's POVI took a deep breath as I stared at my reflection in the mirror."What is going on in there, Sofie? Do you need my help?" Roman's voice wafted in from the other room.After inhaling shakily for the umpteenth time, I answered, "N-No. I'm fine. I'll be out in a few.""Alright.""Yes." I whispered to myself, as I ran my hands over my body.Over the black one-piece lingerie I had on to be exact.I had no idea what sort of spirit had possessed me to bring the wanton piece of clothing on our honeymoon.We were currently honeymooning at a private resort on a secluded island in Santorini. Regret and uncertainty filled me as I glanced at the stretch marks at the sides of my stomach.I looked so ugly and fat in the lingerie.Although I had worked hard, and literally spent up to six months in the gym after I gave birth, my body had still not gone back to what it used to look like prior to me getting pregnantAnd that made it hard for me to feel comfortable naked, whenever Roman and
Roman's POV"They are here." Damien whispered into my ear, and I instantly whipped my head around so fast, I almost dislocated my neck.We were both standing at the altar, waiting for my beautiful bride to arrive."It's happening." I said, and he squeezed my shoulder in reassurance."And it will be fine. Everything will go well." He said, his voice tinged with conviction."I hope so." "Let me go get her. I'll be right back with your wife in a few." He winked, and clapped my shoulder before trekking out of the garden.My eyes met with Nana's elated ones, and she darted me a smile as she gently stroked her chest, as if to calm my livid nerves."You'll be fine, figlio." She mouthed, and I nodded, mirroring her smile.My heart hammered against my chest in a mix of nervousness, and excitement as the bridal entrance song played, and the onlookers stood up to watch Sofie enter the venue.Ethan was the first to waddle in which drew out loud cheers and laughters from the guests, as they all a
Sofie's POV "Are you done?" I asked the make-up artist as she began to put the beauty supplies away."Yes, Ma'am." She nodded, to which I sighed in relief before staring at my reflection in the vanity mirror.The realization that today was the day Roman and I would legally become one forever, felt real at that moment, and it caused tears to pool in my eyes.I sighed, and managed to blink my tears away before it smeared the make-up artist's hard work.I had no idea why I was crying on such a beautiful day."Oh, babe." Amy's voice wafted into my ears before I felt her hands on my shoulder. "Tears of joy, huh?"She was my matron of honor, just like how I had been her maid of honor at her own wedding.Amy had gotten married to Damien three months ago, after they had both dated for a year, in an intimate ceremony which had just their family, and close friends in attendance.Sniffling, I managed to nod in affirmation.Amy just smiled at me through the mirror. "I can understand because I fe
Roman’s POV Anxiety coursed through my bloodstream, as I stared at my reflection in the mirror. It was finally our wedding day. I was supposed to be the calm, and laid-back person between the both of us, but the panic clogging my throat begged to differ. My bowtie suddenly felt too tight for my liking while my hands felt cold yet clammy at the same time. Heaving a deep sigh to calm my tense nerves, I glanced down at the time, before sipping cold air through my teeth. We were currently in one of my bequeathed mansions in California. The wedding was going to take place at a garden nearby, which was dedicated to my parents' memory. It had also been a day since I last saw Sofie, and three hours since I last saw Ethan. Nana had mentioned something about it being bad luck if I saw my fiancée on the night before our wedding. Of course, I didn't believe in superstitions like that but I knew better than to argue with her. "You can do this, Roman. There's no need to fret over your we
Sofie’s POV A YEAR LATER"What do you think of this place?" Roman asked, as we strolled into a building inside The Eiffel tower.Yeah, you read it right.We were at the le jules verne restaurant, which was situated in the super-imposing, historical structure.I had graduated from college a week ago, and Roman had brought me to Paris for a vacation.It was the first time since I gave birth that I was away from Marcus, and I badly missed my son.I knew he would definitely be well looked after by his great-grandmother, and her staff, but a feeling akin to guilt still tugged at my heart.Earlier that day, Roman had even facetimed his grandmother at my request, so I could see him, but it still didn't feel enough in the slightest.I guessed that was what motherhood did to someone.You are never really at peace, if your child isn't with you."Cara mia, are you okay?" Roman asked, pulling out a chair from beneath the table.I faked a smile, "I'm alright, babe. Why do you ask?""You've been s
Roman’s POV "Tell Damon Alvarez to get the required documents ready before our next meeting." I said into my phone, as I paced my study."Alright, sir. I will convey your message to his secretary immediately. Have a nice day, sir." Nathan replied, from the other end.Afterward, I ended the call.A knock came on the door, just as I was to continue reviewing the pile of documents on my desk.One of my staff walked in, and bowed. "Lunch is ready, sir. Would you like me to bring your meal here?"I shook my head in negation, as I set the documents aside, and made for the door."Where is Sofie?" I asked, as I made my way to the dining room."Ma'am Sofie is waiting downstairs, sir."I just hummed in response, as I ambled down the flight of stairs.My lips automatically gave way for a wide grin, on seeing Sofie.She was already sat at this dining table, and was leisurely refolding the napkins."Have you been waiting too long, cara mia?" I asked, pressing a kiss to her forehead, before crouch
Sofie’s POV "Are you sure you have everything with you? Have you checked your bag properly? We don't want you forgetting anything important." Roman said, as we walked to the garage. I huffed, as I zipped my bag close. "Yes, Roman. I have. This is the fifth time I'm rechecking my bag now." Today was my appointment date, and initially, I had thought I was going to be the more nervous between the both of us. But Roman had proven me wrong with how paranoid, and jumpy he had been since the day began. It was the first time he was following me to an appointment, since he was discharged from the hospital, five weeks ago. Wrapping an arm around my waist, he gazed down at me, and said. "I guess I'm just being paranoid over this appointment. The last time I felt like this was when I had to take college entrance examination." My face dissolved in a soft smile, before I tiptoed to pull him into a warm hug. "You'll be fine," I muttered. "It's just an examination to ascertain our baby's