Alexandra's POV “I feel tickled,” I said sweetly, gazing at Julian with so much affection. He snickered, tucking the strands of my hair behind my ear and I bit my nails shyly. “My heart keeps beating faster whenever I see you,” he purred and blush crept on my cheeks, making me look at him with widened eyes. “Really?” I asked with a wistful expression and he nodded. “Oh my, why didn't you tell me all these while?” I whined, stamping my foot and pushed myself closer to him. “I was scared of what you might say to me,” he responded with the same expression as me. “You could have told me,” I faked a cry and he wiped my imaginary tears. “Stop crying, darlington. You're making me go weak,” “Darlington? I love it so much, call me that one more time,” “How about I show you how it feels to be a darlington?” He asked and I raised a brow. He smirked, leaning closer and I got the message. I pouted immediately for the kiss with my eyes closed. His lips didn't reach mine for the
Alexandra's POV “Sister-in-law!” I was interrupted by this voice. My eyes searched around for the owner. Surprise flashed in my eyes when I sighted Jasmine, her hair was packed in a ponytail. Dangling behind her as she ran to me. “Geez, that's Julian's sister,” I said to Sophia in a rush, standing up and went to hug the running Jasmine. “I never thought that I would run into you here. Hi,” she was still the same, gushing brightly. Her eyes fell on Sophia and she bowed slightly. “Hello there,” she greeted politely. I invited her to our seat, smiling brightly at her. “Sophia, she said hi,” I reminded her. She hummed, nodding before standing up and walked out on us. “Huh? Oops,” Jasmine muttered, her face was flushed from embarrassment. My gaze was on Sophia's retreating back, wondering what made her act that way. “Sophia!” I called but got no response. “Did she leave because of me?” Jasmine asked with an apologetic expression. I flashed her a smile and chuckled. “Nah, n
Alexandra's POV “Hey,” my heart skipped a beat when I heard his husky voice. The woman beside me blushed, looking ahead and I disabled the speaker tone. Placing the phone on my ear, my heart kept beating unevenly in my chest. “Uhm… h-hi sir,” I mumbled stupidly, fidgeting. “Sir? Where is that coming from?” he asked. “Oh, no. I mean, hi. How is your day going?” I rubbed my thigh nervously, cursing the woman beside me for allowing this to happen. “Well, I'm good. How is your ankle?” He asked, making my heart blossom in my chest. So he remembered. A sheepish smile curled on my lips, gripping the edge of my top and dancing with my thighs together. “It's fine now. Thanks for asking boyfr-ff… buffer-off haha,” I bit my lips with a scrunched face. I'm screwed, I hope he doesn't grasp my words. “Buffer-off? What does that mean?” “Haha, just scratch that. I was the best graduate in chemistry, so at times, related words to that course tend to come to my mouth unknowingly. My
Alexandra's POV “You wh*re!” the old woman spat out, slapping me across the face. I held my cheeks, more than shocked at what happened. I raised my head, looking at her with a disbelieving expression. She glared at me furiously, making me wonder what I did to her. My ear stung, making a tear sprang out of my eyes. I sniffed, my eyes were red at the humiliation, looking around the staff, who were looking at me with empathy and some were grinning. “M-Ma'am, I don't know you,” I stammered. My face was flushed from embarrassment, completely lost at what was going on. “Of course, you won't know who I am. All you care about is to sleep around with different men, you low-life imbecile! What right do you think you have, that made you believe that I would accept you into my family?!” she growled at my face. “I don't know you, Madam! Can you please tell me who you are?!” I screamed at her face. Her expression darkened and she raised her hands again, I shut my eyes in fear, bracing mys
Julian's POV “For the sake of the both of us. Please, leave my office,” she pleaded without looking at me. Her face was red and I recalled her cute bickering with Marcus earlier. I relented, swallowing my saliva. “I'm sorry,” I apologized. “It's fine,” her response was instant, making me turn to her. She crossed her arms, looking at her side. “Are you sure?” No response. “Do you forgive me now?” No response. “What can I do to earn your forgiveness?” “Can you just leave?! I wanna be alone, Julian. Please, leave….. ump!” I didn't know what came over me. What I wanted was to stop her from yelling and crying. I cupped her face and slammed my lips on hers. Her lips were soft and warm, I could taste the flavor of her lipstick in my mouth. I sucked her lower lip before pulling away, the kiss was brief and she didn't react to it. Her widened eyes were glued on my face. I wanted to tell her how cute she looked at the moment but this wasn't the right time. Letting go of her
Alexandra's POV “Taxi!” I flagged down a taxi, hopped in before the driver drove off. I rested my head and closed my eyes, my hands instinctively went to touch my lips and I felt my heart pounding softly in my chest. ‘How can he just kiss me like that?!’ I screamed in my head, burying my face on my palms. The kiss was wet and sloppy, which made it difficult to leave my thoughts. I remembered his husky apology and my face grew redder. On the other hand, I was reminded of his mum. I rubbed my cheeks, sighing deeply. I pressed my lips together, clutching my chest while trying back to hold my tears. Her words rang in my head and I felt my heart ache badly, pondering about it. “Ma'am, we are here,” the driver announced. “Oh, really?” I looked outside, seeing that I was close to my house. I paid for the transport fare and alighted. I held my bag with my two hands, walking slowly to my house. I brought out my phone, trying to see if I would get any message from him or a call but
Julian's POV I poured myself another glass of whiskey, gulping it down. I poured another one again, gulping it down without pausing. “Argh!” I threw the glass cup on the wall. They broke into pieces and fell to the floor. I was at my bar, in my house, drinking heavily. I dropped the whiskey bottle and roughened my hair frustratedly. I groaned, kicking the air. The more I thought of Dagnus demands, the more I saw how absurd it was. Flashback. “I wanna quit,” I declared, meeting Dagnus' gaze. His eyes danced in amusement as he walked closer to me. “Are you kidding or serious?” He asked casually. “I'm damn serious about this, Dagnus,” “Why?” He asked, but I didn't respond to him. “Is it because of that girl?” His question made me fist my hands beside me. “She has nothing to do with this. This is my decision, I don't want her getting entangled with my hidden life-style. That's why I wanna end it now,” He scoffed, bringing out a cigarette from his pocket and lighting i
Alexandra's POV I stared at my phone, biting my fingernails nervously. After anticipating all day for him to call me, he finally did but I was too scared to pick it up. ‘What should I do?’ I thought with a scrunched face. If I should pick it now, it would be more awkward. “Gosh, why did I pick up on the first ring?” I groaned, staring at my ringing phone. It was past 10 PM, why was he calling me now? ‘Maybe he just finished speaking with his mum,’ I thought inwardly. Clearing my throat, I was about to pick up the call when it got disconnected. “Fvck! Ugh!” I picked up a pillow, muffling my groans. “Why?!” I shouted, gripping my hair before my phone beeped. It was a message, I hastily clicked on it and my eyes widened. “I’m in front of your house. Please come out,” I read out the message. A knowing smile formed on my lips before it disappeared when I had a second thought. “If I should go out, that way, he will know that I intentionally ignored his calls. What should
Alexandra's POVWith a radiating smile as ever, I walked down the aisle with Julian's Dad beside me. My eyes were fixed on Julian all these while, and the guests’ eyes were on me.He looks so handsome in his white tailored-suit. His hair was slightly cut with a smooth side part, standing with his hands locked together in his front.“Careful dear,” I heard his Dad saying to me, I flashed him a smile, nodding as we continued to approach the altar.Majority of the guests were unfamiliar to me, but related to Julian's family. My only family was my mum, my eyes searched for her through the crowd and I found her.She was by my left, having teary eyes. Before I could get more overwhelmed than I already was, we arrived at the altar.With a curt nod, Julian's father gave my hands to him and I looked at him. His Dad patted him before walking away.“You look stunning,” Julain complimented and I blushed without responding. The priest began the opening prayer and everywhere was silent.Fast forwar
Alexandra's POV“No. I just want a simple flowy gown. You can come up with the design but I don't want it to be too flashy as this one,” I instructed the wedding designer, declining her suggestion to the gown she wants to make for me.“Okay, ma'am. Got it,’ she flashed me a smile, packing her belongings before leaving the house. I stood up and stretched my body, heading to where Julian was.He was with the event planner and I can't help but feel giddy with the way everything was going.“Hey, baby,” I greeted as I walked closer to him. He pecked my cheeks, pointing at the settings of the hall he was going for.“Do you like them?” He asked with a beautiful smile.The settings were simple, and elegant.Nodding, “I love it. We will go for this, sir,” I said to the man.“All right then. I will be on my way,” “Drive safely,” “Thanks, ma'am,” we both bowed curtly at each other before he walked out. Immediately the door was closed. I squealed excitedly;“Yay!” I hugged Julian tightly. He on
Alexandra's POV“Baby, wake up,” a voice said softly. I hummed in response with my eyes closed, snuggling closer to the owner of the voice.“Wake up, sleeping beauty,” Julian used my hair to make feathery touches on my face. I rubbed my face roughly before fluttering my eyes opened.He was smiling at me sweetly before he kissed my forehead. Wishing me a good morning and I yawned soundly.I was stunned when he covered his nose, shifting away from me.“Really?” I scoffed, displaying a playful angry expression.“Your morning breath,”“I know right. But you shouldn't have made your displeasure known in that manner,” I said with a slight frown kiddingly.“It smells divine. But I just wanted to be sure that's why I covered my nose,” he made a lame excuse and that got me snickering. I stretched my body and the duvet fell off.I was totally naked! His eyes lingered on my chest before he made a funny face.“Meow,” I slapped his shoulder when he made that teasing sound. We both chuckled as I co
Alexandra's POV“Hmm,” I moaned as Julian's and I's tongue got entangled. His hands roamed my bare thighs and I shivered because of his cold palms.We were both aroused at this point and I was just in my underwear already. His eyes ogled my body with lust flashing through his eyes, I pulled him closer and kissed him more.The kiss was intense and sloppy, he gave my butt a gentle squeeze. And I moaned louder.“I think we need to stop,” he said huskily, kissing me back. I tried to collide our bodies together, my arms around his neck.I hummed in response without letting go of him. He tried to push me slightly but I didn't bulge. We were both horny and I see no reason why we have to stop now. The room was dark, dimly lit with blue light.“Baby listen,” he succeeded in stopping me, holding my hands. I pouted and he chuckled, pecking my lips.“I want you. More than you want me but we need to stop,” he cautioned. I wriggled my hands from hands hold, held his jaw and kissed him hungrily.He
Alexandra's POV“Are you sure?”“Yes, get on with it already! I see nothing,” I said in a slightly raised voice at my mum. I was all dressed up in a fancy silver dress, my hair was swept to the side with a jewel comb.And the diamond necklace on my neck sparkles under the bright chandelier light in the room, together with my earrings.My make-up was minimal which I was grateful for but I still see no reason for this. Julian called, and I was asked to dress up to attend a party.Now that we have arrived, my eyes were covered with a blindfold with my mum leading me inside the hall. My three-inch heels soft click sound on the floor was heard as we entered the grand hall.For some reason, I was jealous of the owner of the occasion. Perhaps Julian doesn't want me to know my way in or something. Whichever reason it might be, I still couldn't find one to support his decision.“Aren't we there yet?”“Soon, baby. Be patient,” my mum responded and I responded with a sigh.“Is Jasmine with Julix
Alexandra's POV“DLS corporation proposed a deal. And I smell something tricky in there,” Marcus pointed out as Julian glanced through the contents.His expression deepened before he passed the folder back to Marcus.“Baby, what's happening?” I asked him with concern written all over my face. He shook his head and kissed my forehead.“It's nothing to be worried about. I got this,” he kissed my forehead again before rubbing Julixa's head and turned to Marcus.“My car or yours?”“Are you leaving?” I asked in a slightly raised voice.“Mine,” Marcus responded.“I'll be back soon,” Julian said to me before walking out, leaving me to guess what could be happening.I dropped Julixa on the floor and bit my fingernails nervously.“Is Julian out? I heard a car driving out,” I turned around when I heard a voice. It was Jasmine, she was coming down from the stairs.I nodded before sitting on the couch. She came to me and crouched.“What happened? Did Julian fight with you?” She asked me in a more
Alexandra's POV “No, they don't,” Julian responded with a sullen expression, referring to his parents and my eyes widened in surprise. Even though I expected this response from him. I don't know why I'm still surprised. “It makes sense to me now. I tend to wonder why you chose to be a member of a so-called organization when you have influential parents that can get you to the top,” I said out my mind. “I was young and stubborn, determined and brave. I wanted to do this on my own, and I don't regret it at all….” He paused, turning to face me. My back rested on the bed bunk while he was seated on the edge of the bed. “Not until recently and the stripper thing came up,” he continued, explaining to me how he got to be a member without his parents knowing. I asked him. I heaved a deep sigh and stood up, going to sit beside him. His expression was seldom and I rubbed his cheeks with my palms. “Is there a way for you to back out?” “Yeah,” he responded and I raised a brow. “Really? W
Alexandra's POVA Few Days Later.“Wait,” I stopped Julian, who turned to me with a questioning gaze.“I-I’m nervous. It's not-” “Babe,” he cut me off, holding my shoulder.“She should be the one nervous, not the other way around. One way or the other, this has to be solved. Plus, I will be there with you so you don't have to worry. Okay?” He flashed me a reassuring smile and I nodded with anxiety written all over my face.We were currently in front of his parents’ room. After breakfast this morning, I decided for us to settle whatever that was between us. And Julian was here to accompany me.Taking a sharp breath, I knocked on the door and we were permitted to go in. My heart was hammering in my chest as we entered.His mum was playing chess game alone, I glanced around the room for his dad but he wasn't found.“Wow, sweetie. You came to visit me in my room,” she jolted up from the couch, walking closer to hug me.I hugged her back, my gaze on Julian who smiled.“I just wanted to se
Julian's POV“Come in,” I permitted the person knocking on my office door to enter without gazing up to see the person. I have a lot of work to do, proposals that need my signature and many more.Since Alex's arrival, I hadn't had enough time to come to the company and get busy with work. I wasn't in the right state of mind to add work to my problems.Hearing no voice, I raised my head and found Marcus at the door. The pen I was holding fell from my grip and I leaned into my chair.A small smile formed on my lips before I stood up abruptly.“What's good, man?” We gripped each other into a manly embrace. How can I forget his kind gesture, watching over my company when I was away.“I’m good, I'm good. I expected you to have lost some weight,” he joked and I chuckled slightly, disengaging from the hug.I went back to sit on my swivel chair and he settled across from me.“How is she doing now?” He asked me and I sighed heavily. I recalled our little moment yesterday morning before she sen