CHAPTER SEVENTY-TWOAbrupt KissEliza’s POVI stood there, frozen in place, as Alex's lips forcefully pressed against mine. It was as if time had stopped, and I could feel the weight of his actions bearing down on me. Memories of our previous encounter flooded my mind, the accusations he had hurled at me, blaming me for seducing him. I couldn't help but fear that he would repeat those words, that he would use this moment to further manipulate and control me.But suddenly, a surge of strength coursed through me. I snapped back to reality, realizing that I didn't have to endure this mistreatment any longer. With a frown etched on my face, I found the strength to push Alex away from me."No," I said firmly, my voice laced with a mix of anger and determination. "I won't let you manipulate me again."We stood there, panting heavily, our eyes locked in an intense gaze. The air between us crackled with tension, a battle of wills unfolding before us. In that moment, I saw a flicker of surpris
CHAPTER SEVENTY-THREEThe Wedding DayEliza’s POVThe sun peeked through the curtains, casting a soft golden glow into the room. It was the day of the wedding, a day that should have been filled with joy and anticipation. But as I lay on the bed, staring up at the ceiling, the bitter taste of reality lingered in my mouth, overshadowing the beauty of the morning.I couldn't believe that this was my wedding day, a day that was meant to be a celebration of love and unity. Instead, it felt like a cruel twist of fate, a path I never wanted to tread. My heart ached at the thought of marrying my sister's fiancé, a man I didn't love and had no desire to spend my life with.I lay there, my mind wandering to distant fantasies of escape. Oh, how I wished there was a way to vanish, to disappear and reappear only after this day had come to an end. To be free from the shackles of this unwanted union. But deep down, I knew there was no escape. The weight of obligation and societal expectations press
CHAPTER SEVENTY-FOURThe Wedding Day 2Alex’s POVI adjusted my tie one last time, taking in my appearance in the mirror. I was already dressed in my wedding suit, ready for the ceremony that was about to take place. The reflection staring back at me appeared composed, but deep inside, turmoil raged like a storm.As I studied my reflection, memories flooded back to the day Emily and I went to the fashion house to choose our wedding attire. It was supposed to be a day filled with excitement and joy, envisioning our future together as husband and wife. But fate had dealt us a cruel blow.A day before our scheduled wedding, Emily was involved in a tragic accident that left her in a coma. My heart ached at the memory, the pain still fresh even after all this time. She remained unconscious, trapped in a world between life and death. The wedding we had eagerly anticipated never took place.My parents, driven by their desire to preserve family alliances and reputation, saw an opportunity in
CHAPTER SEVENTY-FIVEThe VowEliza’s POVI stood still, observing Alex from a distance as he waited at the door. There was a mix of emotions swirling within me as I took in the sight of him. I knew that once I approached him, there would be no turning back, no escape from the path that lay before me. The weight of the decision settled heavily upon my shoulders, and I let out a sigh, accepting the reality of the situation.With each step I took, the stylist by my side assisting with the long train of my dress, I couldn't help but feel a sense of resignation. This was the path I had been pushed onto, the path I had no choice but to follow. I kept reminding myself of the reasons behind this forced marriage, the intricate web of circumstances that had entangled us. It seemed like there was no other way, no alternative but to comply.As I approached Alex, I could see his outstretched hand waiting for me. It was unexpected, his gesture surprising me. I hesitated for a moment, my gaze fixed
CHAPTER SEVENTY-SIXOur Honeymoon Eliza’s POVAs Alex pulled away from our first kiss as a married couple, a smile graced his lips. I couldn't help but feel a slight tremor in my body as I looked into his eyes. There was something different about him, a subtle shift that I couldn't quite decipher. It both intrigued and unsettled me, but I pushed those thoughts aside for the moment.He extended his hand towards me, and without hesitation, I reached out and intertwined my fingers with his. It was a small gesture, but it felt significant. As we walked together towards the door of the church, I couldn't help but notice the curious gazes of the guests. I offered a smile in return, a blend of gratitude and uncertainty.We greeted and thanked everyone we passed, their well-wishes and congratulatory words washing over us. It felt like a whirlwind, but I maintained the smiling facade, not wanting to reveal the doubts and fears that lingered beneath the surface. It was a delicate dance, naviga
CHAPTER SEVENTY-SEVENOur Honeymoon 2Eliza’s POV “We’re here for our honeymoon,” Alex said as he grabbed her by her waist, “We are a couple now.”Eliza's eyes widened as Alex spoke those words, revealing that this hotel room was meant for their honeymoon as a married couple. A rush of conflicting emotions washed over her, leaving her uncertain of how to react. She was fully aware of the implications of a honeymoon, the intimate moments that were traditionally shared between two people deeply in love.However, doubts clouded her mind. She couldn't shake off the fact that their marriage wasn't built on a foundation of true love. It was a marriage born out of circumstances and obligations, and she couldn't help but question the authenticity of their connection. Was it right to engage in such intimate moments when their union wasn't rooted in genuine affection?As she stared into Alex's eyes, searching for answers, she felt a mix of confusion and vulnerability. She didn't want to repeat
CHAPTER SEVENTY-EIGHTOur Honeymoon 3As Eliza stood in the bathroom, her mind was a whirlwind of conflicting thoughts and emotions. She felt a mix of desire, confusion, and a deep sense of uncertainty. The air in the bathroom felt heavy, mirroring the weight of her own inner turmoil.Feeling the need to gather herself and find some semblance of control, Eliza decided to remove her clothes and slipped into a soft bathrobe that hung on a hanger in the bathroom. The fabric draped around her, offering a temporary comfort and a shield from the vulnerability she was experiencing.The bathroom itself was serene and immaculate. The tiles gleamed under the soft lighting, and the scent of floral-scented soap lingered in the air. A large mirror hung above the sink, reflecting Eliza's image back to her.Eliza's gaze fixed on her reflection as she watched her face in the mirror. Her eyes, once bright and full of hope, now held a glimmer of uncertainty. She noticed the remnants of her makeup, smud
CHAPTER SEVENTY-NINEI Love You"Do you want this or not?" he asked.Alex gently cupped her face, his hands warm against her skin. They locked eyes, their gaze filled with a mixture of desire, uncertainty, and a hint of vulnerability. In that moment, it felt as if time stood still, and the world around them faded away.Their intense stare held a silent conversation, speaking volumes without the need for words. It was a moment of connection, where their souls seemed to intertwine, revealing their deepest desires and fears. Eliza's heart raced in her chest, her breath hitched as she held Alex's gaze, searching for answers within the depths of his eyes.Alex's head hovered closer, his warm breath caressing her skin. The anticipation filled the air, crackling with a raw, electrifying energy. It was a delicate dance between two souls, each cautiously exploring the unspoken boundaries of their newfound intimacy.Eliza's mind was a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. She felt the pull of desi
CHAPTER NINETY-THREEFamily Reunion Alexander’s POVWe all got into the car and zoomed off, back to my house. It felt like I had gotten what I had been wishing for, for years.When my mom was pregnant with Kasy then, I was always imaging and looking forward to the day we would all sit around the table and have a meal together, I was looking forward to the happy and family times we were going to have, but it was all caught short when we were told that she died after birth, I couldn’t deal it with.We all couldn’t deal with it, so we left back the memories and our dreams to have one big family with the new born baby behind in Paris and came here. We thought we were never going to have that family we wished for anymore, and my mom never made a move to get pregnant again.I could remember crying and wailing to have a sibling, I didn’t want to be the only child, because it really felt lonely to be alone without one. But my mom refused to get pregnant again, due to the fear of what happene
CHAPTER NINETY-THREEThe Dead Daughter 2Alexander’s POVMy mom stood up, hands trembled as she moved closer to where Kasy was, “D..don’t tell me that..that Kasy is my daughter.”My heart skipped a beat too, I began to think of the possibilities of Kasy being my sister, being my mom’s missing daughter and it looked so much like Kasy was my sister, she was the one we all thought was dead, she was the one this man found and had legally adopted to be his daughter, I just couldn’t believe it all.Kasy’s dad nodded, “Yes, she is! She is your daughter Mrs. Stones,” he declared.My mouth dropped, Kasy is my sister! Kasy is the one we all thought was dead, she was my sister. I just couldn’t believe it, it felt like all my mistakes, all I had done was coming back to haunt me and there was no way out for me.My heart ached as I stared at Kasy who also seem to be finding it difficult to believe all that was going on, she had a blunt look on her face and she kept staring from my mom to her dad, a
CHAPTER NINETY-TWOThe Dead Daughter 1Alexander’s POV“Dad!” Kasy murmured and fell on her knees before her dad with tears rolling down her eyes, she still had her baby in her hands.“Mr. Dominic?” My mom stepped forward and asked, “It’s you! Mr. Dominic!” She exclaimed.I was confused, where did my mom got to know Kasy’s dad? What was going on? I didn’t really understand it, and my mom seemed so happy to see him, it seemed like they knew each other from somewhere and they were meeting for the first time in long years, I didn’t really understand what was happening. How did they get to know each other?Kasy’s dad looked up at my mom and a smile fell on his face, “Mrs. Stones?” He mumbled, “Is this you? I have been looking for you, for years!”My dad also walked to them, “Is this the man from the hospital years ago?” He asked.My mom nodded at him, “You are right, he is the one.” She responded, still with a smile on her face.I really didn’t understand what was going on, all I wanted wa
CHAPTER NINETY-ONEThe Journey To Forgiveness Alexander’s POVMy mind kept raving as I drove and followed Kasy’s directions, the more miles we passed, the more my heart thumped hard in my chest.I knew I was going to meet my judgment soon, I was going to face a man that might never want to see me, a man that might despise me so much and wouldn’t understand what made me do all I did.I knew none of my actions could be justified, I knew none of the reasons I had could be enough to justify my inhumane actions, but I just wanted to them to see from my point of view. I wanted them to imagine themselves standing in my shoes and think about what they would have done in my situation, I wanted them to see it, but none of that could justify my actions.I lost every reason I had to live, I lost every happiness and love I had in me after that accident, I felt like I had lost everything and I was left with nothing but the empty vessel of myself.I wanted to turn back the hands of the clock then,
CHAPTER NINETYThe CauseAlexander’s POVI nodded at Kay, “Yes, I will.” I will do whatever she wants just to get her forgiveness, I will do anything she asks of me because that was the only way I could also be fine with myself, I would make it up to her in whatever way she wants.“Then, you have to go and apologize to my father.” Kay said and sniffled.My heart leaped into my throat, I stood still and stared at her, I didn’t know how to do that, I didn’t know how I was supposed to face her dad after what I have done to him and to his entire family. What would I say when I get there? How would I explain myself? What would I tell him was the reason I treated him and his family that way? What would I say to him?I just didn’t know what to do or say to him, he was the last person I would want to face, my guilty conscience wouldn’t let me, and I was also scared about what the outcome might be. What if he doesn’t listen to me? What if he pushes me off after telling him and trying to beg fo
CHAPTER EIGHTY-NINEMy FaultAlexander’s POV“You are the cause of this whole thing, and I wanted you to pay for it, so I made it look look like you were the father of this child.” Kasy shouted.I fell to the chair, I couldn’t believe this was all because of me, this was all because of me.What do I do? What do I do now that I know I made all these happen? How do I correct my mistake and make things right again?I was confused, I didn’t know what to do, the birth of this child in the first place, was all because of me, even though I wasn’t the father.I hung my head as I sat on the chair, my legs shook from the disappointment in myself and the realization of what has happened. I was lost and confused, I didn’t know what to do or say, I didn’t know how to make it up to Kasy for what I did to her and her family, I just didn’t know what to do.It was like I was thrown into a deeper confusion, and there was no way out for me, no matter how hard I try to find one.I thought I was doing the
CHAPTER EIGHTY-EIGHTNot The Father 2.Alexander’s POV“0.00% match,” I murmured as I at the report in my hand, I just couldn’t believe it, I just couldn’t believe that Kasy had kept me in the dark since, she lied to me. “Kasy!” I shouted, still unable to believe the results in my hand.I dropped the result on the table and rushed up the stairs, I walked into my room and rushed to the bedside, it was still unbelievable, I still couldn’t believe all that was going on. I opened the drawer and pulled out the report we got the day we went to get the DNA test done.I picked it up and rushed out of the room, I headed back to where Eliza was, my parents and Kasy was already there too, my mind kept racing, I still couldn’t believe that Kasy would lie to me about something so important, she lied to me and almost pushed me to carrying a burden which wasn’t mine. I was angry, I was broken, and I was also disappointed in myself for believing Kasy’s lies, I should have realized that a woman like K
CHAPTER EIGHTY-SEVENNot The FatherEliza’s POVA smile radiated all over my face as I stared at the report in my hands, I finally got the chance to expose all Kasy’s lies.“0.00% match,” I murmured, “He is not the father,” I added with a big smile on my face.I had been trying to tell Alex that the child wasn’t his, but he never listened to me, he thought I was lying and that I was doing all that just to get to him, but now I was glad that I finally found the evidence to prove to him that Kasy had been the one lying to him and not me.“Thank you doctor,” I said to the doctor and bowed before heading to the door.I had taken the sample of the baby two days ago when he was born and Alex’s sample too, I just had to prove to Alex that the child wasn’t Alex’s so I can save him from making a decision he would forever regret.I knew things would be tough on him after the birth of the child because he would have to make different decisions and they would be so difficult, I could understand i
CHAPTER EIGHTY-SIX0.00% MatchAlexander’s POVEliza and I got to the ward room to see that Kasy was already awake and she was breastfeeding the baby. Once again, I knew I had to make a decision, I had to decide the fate of Kasy and this baby.I had three options; separating my son from his mother, keeping both of them with me or letting the two of them go.What will I do? Which of the options will I choose? I just didn’t know yet, I didn’t know what to do. I felt like a coward, running away from the decisions I had to make.“You are back,” my mom said with a smile on her face.I gently placed the baby supplies on the table and took a seat beside the bed, my eyes fixed on Kasy as she carefully breastfed our baby. Looking at them, I felt the weight of the decision I had to make crashing on me again, I had to decide the fate or four people, and that burden was too much for me to bear, I had to set boundaries and give everyone their positions and place in my life, it was a difficult and