Zena's POV
I shut the door almost immediately, using the auto lock in the process to avoid them catching up with me while I looked for the exact room where the father of my baby was.
I could hear the voice of my mother and the doctor cursing words as I began to search through the rooms, looking through the transparent doors to look for him. I was told it was two wards beside mine, but I had no idea where exactly it was.
I ran over to the two wards away from me on the right side, and when I peeped through, I sighted no one there. I didn't wait a second before I hauled to the ward in front of the second ward to check, but it still wasn't. So, I ran my way back to the left and as I peeped into it, I sighted him and I paused. He was right there, laying on the hospital bed.
I turned on the doorknob, pushed it opened, and went in. The first thing I did was use the auto lock, knowing fully well that I was soon to be dragged out. I let out a heavy sigh and leaned on the door to inhale air back into me.
When I had revived myself a bit, I walked away from the door and strolled towards the hospital bed where he lay. He was breathing, so I sighed in relief, he was just fast asleep. I bit my lips, knowing I wouldn't be able to tell him anything or hear anything from him since he was yet to wake up.
Yet, I moved to him and sat on the available seat I found beside his bed. While roaming my eyes over him, I thought of why he never had anyone to be with him.
'Alicia, where is she?' I wondered, and my breath hitched.
If I could remember vividly, Alicia was the fiancé he talked about the last time. She was also the one he was having a call with when we took the elevator, so where was she? As his fiancé, she should have been in the ward with him, but she wasn't. None of his family members were even present. It was all good as far as I am concerned.
I let out a small smile, staring at him. For the first time, I acknowledged his beauty. He was fair, yes fairer than I am even when I thought I was the fairest of all. His pink lips showed out among every other part of his face, making me remember how he had claimed my lips with his that night.
His beard was neatly combed, and his hair waved down his face, though ruffled, he was looking cute. I hadn't had time to admire his look, but I would say he was one of the most handsome men on earth.
I trailed my eyes down to his core to see what body shape he got, but I couldn't figure that out. The hospital clothes were a bit bigger than him, so I couldn't really tell.
I didn't know where the urge came from, but I knew I took hold of his hand and brought it to my tummy. Then I enunciated,
“Can you see now what you've caused after you couldn't control yourself?” I asked even though I knew he couldn't hear me since he was asleep, then a chuckle escaped my lips.
I laughed harder, thinking of how foolish I was to have made that statement. Why was it his fault when he thought I was Alicia? Why was it his fault when I couldn't also resist the urge to stay clear from him?
I was the only person who was stupid for the actions we made. For real, he was engaged, and I was just a slut he met in his room and fucked, then I ended up getting pregnant. What a total destruction.
“You are pregnant?” a coarse and hoarse voice asked, and I raised my head to look in the direction in shock. I flinched when I saw him away.
“You're awake?” I quickly let go of his hand on my stomach.
My question was ignored as I watched him raise himself from the bed slowly into a sitting position. It wasn't too much of a surprise that he was awake, but the fact that he got to know that I was pregnant caught me off guard.
“You're pregnant?” the question came in again, and I didn't know when I nodded my head in response.
“For me?” He asked and I rolled my eyes.
“Of course! With whom did I sleep with?!” I snapped at him, and the answer I was least expecting came out from him.
“I trust you.” Causing me to scoff.
“You trust me? So, you weren't going to trust me if we haven't had a conversation on this?”
He groaned when he shifted comfortably on his bed.
“I don't sleep with anyone.” He sounded weak and tired.
“You…” I paused when I heard someone banging on the door.
I spun my head to the door and those I was expecting were there at the door, calling out to me. I turned back to the father of my baby, and his facial expression wasn't helping. He looked like he also wanted me to get the door.
“You aren't going to do this!” I sneered at him. But He shook his head,
“We should talk about this later. I see you ran away from your ward,” he said, and I heard the autolock coming to an end since they could have gotten the key for the door.
I tugged on his clothes as my eyes clouded in tears,
“We should talk things out now, idiot! I'm not leaving here!” I spat in anger.
He heaved a heavy sigh as I also heard footsteps rushing into his ward. I looked from him to the door and back to him. For Christ's sake! Can't these people understand?!? I was panicking as it was.
“You need to let them know that you're the—”
“Stop it and leave!” he growled at me in anger, causing me to tremble as I didn't expect it. I narrowed my eyes at him,
“You brat." I cursed as a hand gripped my arms and tugged me away from him.
"Zena, what are you doing?” my mother, who was already by my side, asked me, but I couldn't get the right words out of my mouth.
I suddenly felt a spin in my head and I fell down, losing my breath.
Zena Pov's My eyes slowly opened, and the awful smell of medicines hit me hard, I needed no one to tell me where I was. Because the image of what happened was still stuck in my head.“What's the meaning of the stunt you pulled out there Zena?” I turned and I saw it was my mother, she was actually sitting beside me.I stared at her, but I said nothing as I shifted my gaze away from her, I should be angry at her for ruining the only chance I had to talk to my baby’s daddy.“Talk to me Zena,” My mother stated, but the silence was still there. Deep down I hoped and prayed he didn't reject me, but he was only trying to think things through.“Do you know the stunt you pulled out there could cost me my job?” She asked and that was when she started getting my attention.“Cost her job?” I rephase in my head, not getting what she meant. She doesn't even know that man, how come what I did was affecting her greatly.“I ain't letting this slide Zena. Talk to…” Her words were halted when the door
Justin Pov’sWalking out of her ward, I had a mix feelings. It wasn't just about all what she said, but it was all about me.Been a claustrophobia dosen't mean I can't take care of her or my unborn child. We both made the mistake so I shouldn't be criticized for it.She should take the highest part of the responsibilities because I kissed her and she reciprocated, she should have pushed me away and I would have come back to my senses, thereby realizing she's not Alicia.But I was trying to make things easier for the both of us. At the same time I wasn't ready to inform Alicia about this, it'll hurt her badly.“Baby,” I heard Alicia called and I smiled, recognizing her voice already.Finally, someone is here to make me forget the so-called lady who's carrying my child.“Hi babe,” I smiled as I walked to her.She ran to me and she pulled me into her arms. “Goodness babe, I was so scared when your mum called, she told me you fainted inside the elevator,” She said worriedly and I sighed.
Justin POV’s The air around us became tense the moment I said that, silence followed as we both kept quiet, staring at each other. I knew Alicia had much to say, but was she buckling it all in? Has answering a phone call now turned into a crime? Or a crime I didn’t know about.For what seemed like forever, she finally decided to speak. But my breathe hitched, hoping she wouldn’t say anything that’ll jeopardize our relationship, or something that’ll hurt my feelings.“You’d have the answer that? Justin we’re in the middle of something! Are you saying you’d leave me like this?” Alicia asked but I said nothing, instead I slowly stood up and I took her phone. It was my secretary calling, I had to pick up because it might be important since he called twice.“Hello,” I said immediately as I picked up.“Sir the Board Directors are already here, they’ve been requesting to see you, I’ve been able to hold them in for an hour now, but things are getting pretty serious now,” He stated and I sighe
Zena POV’sAs the sun shine brightly against the surface of the earth. I sat down, together with my luggage, waiting for my mother to get ready.I couldn't deny that it was one colourful morning, the dazzling blue cloud made it more beautiful. This is the morning my whole life would change. The place I knew as my home would no longer be my home, only the thought of it gave me an unfathomable feelings.I wanted to be strong, knowing fully well that i’d be able to pull it off. My Father's early demise didn't shake me off, or brought my spirit down, so this shouldn't be an issue.I finished my studies, graduated in flying colors, I studied Business administration and I was the best in my class, but after everything I still couldn't get a job, thereby finding myself at Veju Restaurant. My past should be the only thing that fueled my spirit to conquer my present. I am not backing out from this, for my sake, and for my unborn child’s sake. “You should know you're a part of the Sean’s fami
Zena POV’sMy mouth was opened in awe as I stared at the magnificent building in front of me. It was different from every mansion I’ve ever laid my eyes on.The interior and exterior decor was more than words could express. I was expecting something huge, but this beat all of my expectations.I was just staring at this outside and it is this good, what would the inside look like? Gosh I didn’t even what to think about it.“Let’s go in,” Justin said, and that was when I knew he was standing beside me.The driver rolled my luggage out of the car, as he took it inside the mansion. I was surprised when the maids came out, making a straight line, as they all bent their head.“Good day sir,” They all said in unison and I stared around in surprise. “They all just lined up just to greet him? Really? Is this how it works around her?” I mentally asked myself.“Let’s go in,” He said beside me as he started off. I sighed then I went after him, they all just greeted him yet he didn’t respond to t
Zena POV's I didn't need anyone to tell me what to do next. This wasn't how I imagined my life to be even at the slightest moment, I didn't want my baby's daddy and his mum to have any issue all because of me.Just as I was about to say I'll be willing to leave, the guards rushed in, and they immediately grabbed me.“Let me go!” I yelled, struggling to break free, this was worse than every insult I've received over the years, she just made me feel like a nobody.“Let her go! Now!!” Justin yelled, and the guards immediately freed me.“You guys can leave, you're not needed here,” He added and the guards bow and they left.“What the hell are you doing son? Challenging me because of this bitch!” She yelled, breathing heavily, while I stood, watching her as she dragged me to the mud.“Mum since the very day you gave birth to me, I've never done anything against your will, not even once. But this time around, if you can't do the same for me, just this once. I'm afraid I'll have to make a d
Justin POV's I stared at Zena then I sighed, pacing around. Alicia would get hurt if she finds out about this, and I can't really tell her about Zena. Not now, not ever.My love life is at risk here, and I'll have to protect it at all cost.Finally making a decision, I turned to face her. “My fiance is here Zena, and I'll be happy if you'd stay in here without coming out,” I said, but she stared at me as though she'd already expected such decision from me.“I'm not here to meddle with your life, so I know my boundaries,” She replied and i nodded, leaving the room.I hurriedly walked down the stairs so I wouldn't keep her waiting, I didn't want her to find anything suspicious.“Hi babyyy,” Alicia gushed the moment she same me, and she jumped into my arms.I caught her in my arms, then she gave me a peck on my lips. “What were you doing upstairs baby boy, you kept me waiting,” She pouted and I smiled.“Dont try to act cute with me babe..” I said and she giggled, trying to twerk on my h
Zena POV’sI sat down on the bed staring around, trying my best not to think of what they all said about me. Deep down I was trying to encourage myself that I wasn't a nobody, but his mum’s words left a deep cut in my heart.I was fighting hard, preventing my anxiety from rushing in, I didn't want to do it. But my feelings were been pushed, I was hurt and this was the moment I needed my mum, but she isn't here, it was just me, against the world.I crawled down from the bed and sat on the floor, shivering and swallowing hard. I'd managed to lock all of my anxieties, not wanting to be trapped in, but now it seems I'm going back into where I left.“Mum,” I whimpered as tears trailled down my eyes, I didn't want to self harm, I really didn't want to. But now I had no options.Trapped in my own illusions, voices clouded my head as they all yelled at me. “Burn Zena, Burn!!” This was the voice of a nobody I created in my own head. A voice I stopped listening to over the years, but now it cam
Justin’s POV“You mean she will be up in a couple of days?” I asked the doctor to make sure I heard him right.“Yes. The bullet pierced her upper arm and the wound was very deep but fortunately no vital organ was touched but when she fell, she hit her head so hard I think it resulted in serious concussion. The head injury is more the one keeping her unconscious than the actual bullet injury coupled with the fact that she lost a lot of blood. But I am sure she will be fine” He explained further, each of his words lifting the worry from my heart. At least I won’t live with the guilt that she was killed because of me.When the nurse told me they would be out soon from earlier, she actually was telling nothing but the truth because just a few minutes after I sat down, the door sprang open and the two doctors and three nurses that were in there trying to save her life all sprang out.When they first assured me that she would be fine I didn’t believe one but seeing as they all looked bloody
Justin’s POVI was going to her the best ring around here, the richest and from the most expensive store that was around here.This was the first time I would be proposing to someone so it had to be worth it, every moment of it. I had an usual feeling lingering around.What if she didn’t want to get married?We now had a baby we were expecting, she would want me this time around.I walked into the store as I was approached by a slim, modest woman.“How may I help you?” She asked with a bold smile on her face.“I would like to get a ring.” I said calmly.“Gold, Silver or Diamond?” She said heading into the store aas I followed her.“Your lost expensive Diamond ring would be okay.” I said plainly as she turned immediately to look at me.She scorched from head to toe before she continued.“Are you sure you want the most expensive one?” She asked again to be sure she heard what I said.“Yes, show it to me.” I Said plainly as she immediately led me to a various set of rings.I picked a sma
Justin’s POVMy mum looked around and she looked shocked to see the mysterious man too.I stared keenly at him and then at my mom as shock was evident in her look.Yet looking unbothered I motioned for him to sit down infront of me.I couldn’t take my eyes off him as my mum was seated right beside him.The man looked so much like me, that if he person hasn't met with me before, he would actually think that I and the man were related, that's how much we looked alike."Mom who is he?" I proceeded to ask my mother who he was, not only that Zena was not in the room, I could swear that I head her voice, but she was no where here, I shoved off that thought thinking Maybe that it was my imagination, I have probably missed her too much." Jason what are you doing here?" My mom asked in surprise and she stood up from her chair the moment she saw me standing there."I thought I told you not to leave the house?" She questioned, as He groaned I'm frustration, how long will this continue, they jus
Justin POV’s“Are you okay?” I asked Zena as she looked so tired. “I honestly don't know, I have been feeling excessively weak,” she complained. “You need a check-up, I will call the doctor,” I told her as I got up to call. A few hours later, the doctor was around as he checked Zena’s vitals. “Congratulations, with what I am seeing here. She must have taken in.” The doctor said with a smile. “Are you for real?!” I asked excitedly. “Here, take this kit. You know what to do,” he said as she handed two pregnancy kits to Zena. She walked anxiously away as I paced around the room. “Let it be positive!” I prayed silently. A few moments later, she was back with a sullen face. “I am sorry, we are expecting a baby!” She said as she jumped on me happily. I hugged her tightly before placing several kisses on her. “Congratulations, I think I should leave you two. But you need to visit the hospital.” He said before walking away. “Thank you so much baby, I promise I am going to take very goo
Zena POVJustin's hands hovered around my back as he zipped my dress. His hands lingered longer than usual as I rolled my eyes at him. “We might not end up making it to our dinner if you continue,” I said in a rasped voice as he placed kisses on my neck. Justin had asked me on a date and here we were, making out in our bedroom. He placed his lips on mine and we continued to kiss for a long time before we stopped to catch our breath.“Hmm,” I hummed as he kissed my ear lobe. His hands made their way to the hem of my dress as he raised it all to my thighs. His fingers brushed my pants as I held my stomach in pleasure. “Just fucking do it!” I muttered as he continued teasing me. His finger slipped into my vagina as he started with a finger. “Fuck!” I muttered as he kissed me. He added another finger and worked his magic before I finally cum. “Quickly get dressed, we still have dinner!” he said before licking the sticky content on his finger. I cleaned up before reapplying my makeup
Zena’s POVI had been feeling unusually fatigued and dizzy for several weeks, unable to shake off the persistent discomfort. At first, I dismissed it as stress from work and the daily demands of life, attributing my symptoms to the usual ups and downs that everyone experiences. But Justin, ever observant, had noticed the subtle change in my demeanor—the way I sometimes held my abdomen as if it pained me, and my reluctance to savor my favorite foods. His concern for my well-being had grown steadily, and he urged me to see a doctor. However, being the fiercely independent and stubborn person I was, I resisted his pleas, assuring him that it was nothing to worry about.Then, that one fateful morning, everything changed. I struggled to get out of bed, feeling an inexplicable heaviness in my chest, as if an invisible weight bore down on me. I managed to make my way to the kitchen, attempting to prepare breakfast, but the room began to spin, and a relentless wave of nausea washed over me. C
Zena’s POVWe were at Sean’s mansion and I was so excited that frugally everything would be back to normal.I was back with Justin, the company was now doing well and Ralph was not in prison and would spend a term of two years,At least that was enough time for us to get the peace we deserved after a lot of problems and obstacles in the way.“What would you like to drink?” She asked with a very broad smile on her face.It was true that people do change, she had changed so much just in the time span of a year. She became more affectionate and I never thought I would ever see this side of her.She was patient and for as long as I can remember, this past few weeks she had nothing but bright smiles plastered on her face.“Oh nothing, I’m okay.” I said calmly rejecting the offer.I wasn’t feeling thirsty or hungry ever since the turning exercise I and Justin had been endukging ourselves in for the past month.He always wanted a new part of me every single day and it became a normal thing t
RALPH’S POV“Mr sean, this business is no longer profitable. You need better to convince me in order to invest more!” one of the investors thundered angrily as they all agreed to him. “You have to understand me, I am going the best I could do!” I said angrily. These people were beginning to annoy me, what did they not understand. My business was currently facing crisis, in fact not only my business but my whole life. I was in severe crisis all because of that bastard, Zena! I couldn't wait to teach her a valuable lesson, I had promised myself that. I was still thinking of what to say when the door was suddenly opened. “Good afternoon everyone,” The cop said as he walked into the meeting room. Everyone looked at each other in fear, as several other police officer joined him. “My name is Officer Edward, from the police and would like to arrest Mr Ralph sean.” he said as he scanned the whole room. They all pointed at me as I quickly got on my feet. “Is there anything wrong?” I aske
Zena’s POVHe stared at me standing afar,“No.” It’s not true. I won’t do anything to hurt you.“What is not true? Did you ever care about me? Where I was? What I was up to? Did you ever care?” He yelled walking towards me.“No, Justin I did all I could, I would never do such to you and I want you to know that.” I said plainly.“Stop lying to me, what is all of this about? Why didn’t you tell me? Don’t I deserve to know?” He asked glaring towards his mom.“You need to calm down Justin, we won’t do anything to hurt you and you know that.”"Zena," Justin greeted as he reached me. He reached for my face and placed his hands gently on it.My body longed for his solemn touch which sent me shivering.I stared keenly into his eyes and I could see nothing but broadness evident in his eyes.It has been so long..His voice was deep and sonorous, and I realized how much I had missed hearing from him. "It's been such a long time." He was truly more handsome, as I had predicted. His hair was a l