"How can you let such a thing happen…it was your duty to make sure this place is safe!"Frank yelled at detective Cruz and his team. They knew any better than to let their cell be unsafe for people. This wasn't a maximum prison where violence happened"Such things happen, sir…anyone in that cell is considered a criminal…your daughter is no different, "the detective said calmly. He had no right to say the cell wasn't safe. His daughter was a suspected criminal. If she met a few bad people there. How was it their fault that she provoked them and got beaten up? Frank was angry from the time he came to the hospital. Although Martha was in police custody she was taken to a hospital immediately they found her lying half-dead in the prison cell covered in blood"Do you think I care about that…you refused my daughter's bail and now she was nearly killed here!"Frank didn't leave any stone unturned. He went as far as approaching a judge for help. He knew many influential people in the legal syst
While the women were discussing men. The men had covered in the private lounge situated to the left-wing of the mansion. The large room was painted white with a large glass window with golden curtains hanging and drawn apart. Revealing a beautiful rear view of the large grassland yard. The particular area was rarely used. Victor's mansion was equivalent to an estate except that it didn't have any mini buildings. The yard extended further and has a private swimming pool alongside a basketball court and a newly made playground for kidsHe built the playground for Skylar and his future kids. And looking outside the window he knew the little one Vivienne was expecting was another addition to his familyHe couldn't help but smile to himself as he turned back to the two men busy pouring some cold beers down their throats. It was early in the afternoon. Victor chose to stay home since he messed up big timeWith Vivienne giving him a cold shoulder. He switched to acting all lovey-dovey like
Vivienne didn't know the feeling she had. Especially when Frank didn't leave her side. Marlene said she had been busy the entire day preparing food for her. On the other hand, Cate wasn't so pleased to see her. The disdainful look she was giving her was enough to kill her"Eat up dear…I don't know what you like so…I made everything"Marlene coaxed and put more food on her plate. Glancing up, Vivie saw how Frank was smiling nodding at her as if telling her to feel at home. "Yes dear…your mother spent the entire day ordering everyone to make sure the entire house was spotless" Frank added and poured Vivie a glass of water. "Thank you, "Vivie muttered with a faint smile. Victor gave her a side glance of assurance. Having him beside her was something she appreciated knowing this was a foreign place for her. After the years she spent alone, now suddenly having a family. It was too good to be true"Brother, how sure are you that…this girl is my niece?"Cate said getting everyone's attentio
After I saw the room. Marlene invited me to the lounge and she started showing me the house. I didn't want to but since she was happy to show me everything I complied. She was a lot cheerful. She didn't stop talking or saying how much she loved meHer words made me feel warm inside,"Dear…you don't have to worry…I'm a hundred percent behind you" Marlene said while running her hands in my hair. For a second I wanted to ask her why I had red hair. She didn't have red hair neither did Frank and Leo had brown hair"Do…do you believe me when I say Martha isn't what she appears to be?"I asked, turning around to look at her. Her expression was soft and her eyes full of love. Her hands reached for my face and she caressed me lovingly. I saw her care. A mother who loved her daughter. How could Cate do such a thing to her? She was deprived of her children. Despite Leo being there. He despised her"I believe you, my dear…I know I raised her but I had my suspicions a long time ago" Marlene whispe
(Vivienne )The only thing I wanted was to sleep. Rest and stay in bed. Unfortunately, that wasn't likely to happen when Julia came knocking. She knew any better than to interrupt my beauty sleep however I couldn't resist a fresh nicely made milkshake."Hmm..taste better…nice one," I said when I took a sip of the milkshake. Julia was talented. She knew exactly what I liked and having her here was enough "Good morning to you Madam…did you have a good night ?"Julia asked and drew the curtains apart. The bright light blinded my eyes and when she pushed the windows open. A cold shiver ran through me, crawling on my skin "Well maybe…how's your morning?"I asked shrugging and Julia chuckled with a slight nod and walked to the bed. I thought I would have a difficult time falling asleep here. Mainly because it was a foreign place. However, recalling how Victor tucked me in before he left. I couldn't help but smile"Your bubble bath is ready," Julia said and started arranging the pillows be
It was shocking to see Cate pleading for her life..caught in the act was what I described as the scenery. She was pathetic and miserable. Her bad deeds have caught up with her. Frank and Marlene didn't even listen to her thousand excuses. She was a bitter womanHer heart was dark, full of hate to have done something so despicable. Separating me from my parents was the worst thing a human won do..asking a nurse to kill me added to her crimes"I'm sorry…she threatened me…I asked why she was doing this…and she told me…you tricked Mr Lewis to marry you"the nurse said to Marlene. She was on her knees despite how she was. Marlene was hurt. The sadness in her eyes was something I came to know I hated seeing. She was on the verge of passing out as the nurse confessed everything Cate ever did"She told me the child wasn't Mr Lewis's child and that he was neglecting his adopted daughter "the nurse added and all that were just excuses. She too was supposed to be punished because she was an acc
"We need proper outfits…I hired very well-known designers," Tina said, showing her team exactly what they needed for the upcoming fashion show. Cassy took down some notes knowing this was important, especially her who was chosen as a model as per Leo's wishes"I want everyone a hundred per cent on this," Clementina explained, scrolling through the large screen. Her agency was growing. She needed people she could trust, especially talented ones. Cassy nodded. She was just an aspiring fashion designer yet to be known. Of course, Clementina wouldn't choose her to design the costumes for the runway"The ads will be done by Mr Leonardo Monro…everyone knows him, "Clementina said knowing she got the best. Leo was known and loved especially by women. He wasn't only a model but a movie star. A heart-throb desired by women of all ages. Seeing how the girls were giggling at the mention of Leo. Cassy sighed inwardly and glanced at her notebook. It seemed Leo had fans, the work her co-workers were
Vivienne sat beside Victor. The man held her hand which rested in his lap securely as if she would flee from him. The little gestures of watching what she ateServed her some food if ever she didn't have any and since she was eating for two. The man coaxed her to eat more"Vic I think you should eat too," Marlene said with a light chuckle only for Victor and jerk back to reality realizing he wasn't alone with Vivie however with the rest of the family"He's a gentleman…my daughter is in safe hands " Frank commented with laughter teasing Victor and Mauricio frowned. Vivienne knew the embarrassment she was feeling. Victor was acting all lovey-dovey with her in front of everyone "Take it easy…Vivie will burst if you make her eat so much, '' Marlene said, smiling at the cute display of affection by Victor. Despite the age difference between the two. She saw love and understanding. Victor had an intimidating demeanor, a cold and aloof aura but seeing him act like a defenseless creature wa
Book name: SINGLE DADDY'S BELOVED WIFE~INTRO~Alana is a sweet girl from a middle-class family, spoiled from birth. She has always had whatever she wanted. She had the best education from good schools. The love for her parents made her determined to be the best and do what was rightWith plans to be a successful independent woman after her university graduation. Alana knew her goalsHowever what will happen when everything is shattered in one night“Mom… dad… you know I'll always do what you want…but not this,” tears flooded her face as she pleaded on her knees. She loved her family more than anything but what they decided for her was not what she wanted for herself “I'm sorry, sweetie… this was decided a long time ago, it's either you marry him… or your father…and I go to jail,” her mom muttered softly, Alana couldn't imagine something like this to happenWhere did she go wrong, all her life she had been nothing but good. Wished for a beautiful life, marrying a man she would fall m
The next morning Vivienne woke up to the delicious smell of her favorite food. The mouthwatering smell had her stirring as she rubbed her eyes. Pushed herself up only to open her eyes and was startled to find a shirtless Victor sitting beside her with a charming smile plastered on his face.Butterflies swarm her belly making her feel a warm and fuzzy feeling inside. "Good morning baby," the man muttered, leaning forward and stealing a kiss. Before Vivienne could get a taste, he pulled back and kissed her on the forehead. His warmth gave her assurance. Making her blush out of embarrassment "You look lovely, glowing beautifully," Victor added as he cupped her face, and caressed her ears and her soft cheeks. She leaned to his touch, closing her eyes Vivienne let out a soft moan, parted her lips and sucked on his thumb, Victor scooped closer to her and captured her mouth for a kiss. Her hands automatically moved to his face as she pushed up on him. Taking his tongue as deep into her mou
The Night sky was dark with the full moon shining brightly above, The night was still and eerily silent, with neither the sound of night animals nor wind rustling through the trees. The breeze kissing the tree branchesThe moon above had reached its apex and shone silvery light down uponVivienne cupped the mass of him below, the shifting weights heavy against her palm. She squeezed, gently rolled the roundness, while he set his teeth and endured her touch as if he were being drawn and quartered."Baby," Victor whispered as he looked at her with a drowsy gaze, she didn't look so pleased. He understood her frustration. Her racing heart proved just how irritated she was."Why?" She asked while tracing her finger in his chest. Victor was half sitting and leaning his back against the several pillows he had stacked together. His wife was on top of him, resting her hands on his chest"We have to wait, sweetheart… it's just a year… I can't take the risk," he muttered while playing with her
Victor's trembling hands cupped Vivienne's face, moving closer to her afraid that she might drift away, leaving him without hearing him out. He could feel hot liquid dripping from her eyes and landing on his hands as she gripped his hands in preparation to shrug him away"Y-you can't say that… you know how much you mean to me… do you even know what your words are doing to me," Victor whispered feeling his chest tightening, he couldn't stand a day without her, talk of separating from her"It's for the best, I…. I don't want to be a burden… we both know I've failed," Vivienne muttered as she tried to get away from him. Blinking away tears, her eyelashes lifted and met Victor's gaze"Don't punish yourself over a silly matter…," he said, caressing her face, Victor knew she was questioning herself as a woman. But he didn't care about anything other than her happiness "I've failed as a wife, as a mother…sobs… I couldn't protect our child…sobs…I killed our child can't you understand, I'm so
Immediately Alexis and Maverick reached the farmhouse with birthday presents for both husband and wife. Alexis rushed upstairs to Vivienne's room where Kyan told her she wasIt had been a while since they saw each other. Nearly a year had passed and her friend was still the same"Happy birthday Vic, you look so dashing," Alexis said with a smile and hugged Victor who received them from the driveway. The businessman was wearing a black satin long-sleeved black shirt with black jeans, the top two buttons were left open. His hair was neatly tied in a bun and his beard nicely shaven. She had to say the man was a sensation. Even that, the dark circles around his eyes of a man who hadn't slept for days"Stop it, sweetie, you are making the man blush," Maverick elbowed him and Victor smiled faintly"So birthday boy, where is birthday girl… I'm sure you two are excited to celeb your first birthday together," Maverick said with a grin, Alexis saw how the two men were talking and hence decided
Victor arrived at the Ellison mansion, he knew even if he went out, Vivienne was surrounded by the people who loved her more. Leo was there as well as Edmund. Even her two friends were always around cheering her up. Despite everything, his wife was still trapped in a world of pain. He just made sure the people who hurt his wife were no more. That way no one would hurt her again"How is she?" He asked when he met Edmund walking out of the room hiding basket of fruits and boxes of chocolates"She's okay, but still the same… she's sleeping now, Skylar is in the drawing room with Kyan" Edmund informed with a faint smile, Victor nodded knowing full well everyone was always exhausted. None slept in the night because of Vivienne, no matter how much they tried to bring her back, she was just not responding "Vic, I know I'm not supposed to be saying this… but…but as a doctor… don't you think… I mean just a suggestion," Edmund said hesitantly. He didn't know how to put things delicately be
Valentina crawled on the floor helplessly, blood dripping from the corners of her lips, the agony she was going through was unexplainable. With all her might she grabbed the age of the table and leaned toward it."W-what…what did you…ah!"Valentina was in extra pain as the words left her mouth only to scream out when her stomach twisted as she tried bending down, unfortunately, the more she attempted that the more pain she felt. Her eyes were crimson red and filled with tears as she lifted her head to look up. Victor was sitting in the chair with crossed legs. His expression was deadly. Valentina knew at once what happened. He gave her poison and she was dying"You touched her, I warned you to stay away from my wife," Victor muttered angrily, his gaze sharp and devilish. Valentina winced in pain, her eyes were getting blurry. Telling her she was about to die. Shortly Victor rose to his feet. His eyes fixed on the pathetic woman before him"Y… you….I won't spare you!"Valentina shoute
"Are you foolish huh?" a stern male voice yelled startling Valentina who took a step back but straightened her back. Rolling her eyes she made her way to the table, picked up a bottle of wine and poured herself a glass. Mr Matias paced angrily around that Valentina was irritated. Turning around, she sipped on her wine and slowly sat on the couch. Mr Matias was fuming in rage as he turned to look at the woman before him"How much, just how much money did I give you to do one job!" He shouted kicking away a bottle placed on the side table that shattered on the floor and the liquid splashed everything even Valentina's legs. With disgust, Valentina placed the glass back on the table and crossed her legs gracefully "What do you expect huh… For Victor to sit still and watch you… he's bewitched by Vivienne… he dances to her tune like some little boy in love," Valentina said sarcastically not sure why Matias was busy attacking her when she tried her level best to make sure Vivienne and Victo
Cassy and Alexis were visiting Vivienne. With Victor away dealing with the Lewis trouble which had created a huge Scandal. They decided to stay with her. Alexis was even sadder seeing her friend in such a stateShe wasn't talking, Cassy had tried to remind her of the past but unfortunately, nothing happened. Even letting Archie and Skylar bother her didn't help. Not just that but Cassy invited Vivienne's gynecologist to examine herMaybe she thought losing the baby would make her incapable of giving birth and Cassy stood to the sides watching the doctor tend to her. It didn't take a while before the lady was done examining Vivienne."Doc, she'll be fine right?" What Alexis meant to say was, if Vivienne's womb was okay. Maybe her friend was worried about not having kidsVictor had tried to reason with her, but unfortunately, nothing happened"Dr please," Cassy said, gesturing for the doctor to the door so they could talk in private. The doctor nodded and followed the women out, Cas