Chapter Thirty-Seven
In her distress Jessica followed Lucas and hopped inside the car with him; leaving Jack behind in company of Brant. Luckily they were able to leave the property through the back exit.
She had never imagined her life caught up in such tsunami of events. Throughout the ride Lucas tried to reassure her but she slid to the extremity of the vehicle away from him as she refused to talk or look at him. Her gaze was focused to the rearview mirror in attempt to spot anyone who might have followed them. Lucas kept silent and didn’t press the matter further.
A lot on his mind he steamed inside his head.
His suspicions about Rose weren’t confirmed yet but he was almost sure that someone had paid her off to leave Jack and cause the first scandal. And when he hired Jessica and presented her as Rose he was hoping to get to the bottom of it.
But he didn’t have the
Chapter Thirty-Eight Two weeks later… “I can’t believe I’m saying this but Jess you look amazing!” Lilly expressed her excitement while looking at her best friend “Really? You know I wasn’t sure about it at first but..” “No but! I don’t accept any buts! You, Look, Gorgeous, Honey! Look at you!” Lilly articulated each word before pulling Jessica in a hug and squealed. Jessica took a minute before pulling away and looking at her reflection in the mirror hanged on the side wall brushing a hand over her hair coming to hug her neck line in a perfect bob cut. The auburn highlight she had disappeared into bleached silver blond; making her emerald eyes pop. “I had my hair long for years” she said shaking her head feeling the lightness of her new hair “I know right! But girl, let me tell ya; this new haircut is fire!” Jessica giggled and they both laughed It was the fir
Chapter Thirty-NineJessica decided to cut her hair short and dye it a different color because she needed a fresh start and what’s best than to rock a short blond bob cut to get to the next chapter of her life ?A new beginning with Adrian, if she dared to say?After telling her best friend Jessica looked at her hoping she could get her insight and she never failed to give her a memorable input like always“You know how they say ‘the best way to get over a man is to get under another’ right?” Lilly giggled at her own suggestion Jessica rolled her eyes and walked towards the kitchen“I don’t know” she glanced at the window and let out a tired breath“The wall-sized are still down there?” Lilly asked –the wall sized being a reference to Emilio and Brant – Jessica nodde
Chapter Forty“Wow!” Lilly observed when Jessica walked out of the room slightly adjusting her dress“I’m not so sure I can do this Lil” she bit on her lower lip nervously“What? Are you for real right now?”Jessica looked at her all the more nervous“We’ve been through this Jess; the only way to move on is to actually move on “she said stressing the word actually.“What if he doesn’t like my hair… or my dress?”“Don’t ruin my makeup please? “ Lilly let out in a breath Jessica nodded and shook her head.Lilly was kind to help her get her makeup done just so she could relax because from the moment Lilly came home after work, she found her best friend on the verge of crying again so she helped her out to take her mind off her worries“Sorry but if he doesn’t like you
Chapter Forty-One “Mister Grant! What a pleasure to have you here… with someone” a woman at the reception trailed as she eyed Jessica from head to toe her lips slightly pressed in discontent. Jessica felt self conscious but her discomfort soon vanished when Adrian’s hand grazed her back and his gaze fell on her. “Yes, I have a reservation for two” he said unfazed his eyes on Jessica lingered for a while before the woman walked them to their table. Adrian was handsome and he had this charisma around him he wasn’t the man you spot in the middle of the crowd a mile away but if you come across him it’s impossible not to notice his good looks and bright smile that reached his eyes especially when he looked at Jessica Adrian pulled her seat and sat across from her. Jessica put her purse aside taking in the decor of the place The diner was daintily decorated, the off white table cloths and gold
Chapter Forty-TwoAs soon as Jessica stepped inside the building she practically ran up the stairs since the elevator had been out of order for a couple of days. Since she only resided at the third floor opposite from Lilly’s apartment and three stores weren’t much for her to climb so she arrived in a matter of few minutes. As soon as she reached the door to her apartment; Jessica made a beeline to her bed and fell on it, her heart thudding inside her chest and her breath uneven.She stared at the ceiling for a while before closing her eyes and inhaling sharply; Adrian’s fresh and minty scent lingered on his suite jacket that she was still wearing. Jessica’s lips curled into a smile before she lightly bit on her lower lip and covered her head with her hands.Adrian kissed her and oh how she loved his kiss…
Chapter Forty-ThreeA text popped on her phone screen and Jessica couldn’t help but smile at yet another one of Adrian’s random texts in the middle of the dayFor the past couple of days they had been texting back and forth and talking on the phone for a good part of the eveningsFrom :ATHU 10:04 a mQuick thing, want to have lunch with me? I’d love to have a bite ;)01:00 A.M I’ll pick you up From: ATHU 10:04 a mPlease say yes JPs: miss you badlyIt doesn’t take Jessica long to tap a reply before getting up and getting readyTo: ATHU 10:05
Chapter Forty-FourFriday morningAround seven Jessica rolled under the covers leisurely opening her eyes to the sunrays warming her bed, her phone goes on and she turned to grab it from the nightstand; she picked up without seeing who it was since she had recognized the ringtone“Good morning gorgeous” a small smile lit up her face when she heard Adrian’s voice on the other end of the line“Good morning to you too” her voice still sleepy“That sexy voice of yours is telling me that you’re still in bed”“Yes, I just woke up” she purred“Dreaming about me?”“You wish” she said teasingly a bitter yet comforting thought crossing her mind ; for once in a long time Jessica didn’t wake up in the middle of the night hot and wet from
Chapter Forty-FiveLucas walked in with steady steps, Jessica had opened the door a bit wider thinking it was her best friend but had neitherthe power nor the will to shut it in his facehe was already walking towards her so she just watched as he enteredher apartment resolving to finally close the door behind him, and leaning her back against it. Thr two bedroom apartment she had turned into a secluded attic with the two of them insideJessica inhaled sharply and her belly flutter again as her eyes fell on his back , although his broad shoulders and large biceps hid under his suit jacket; instant pictures of his nakedness appear before her eyes, she had to bit the inside of her cheek because biting a lip would give her away.Her eyes reach his features, his face was dull and he looked like he didn't sleep in weeks despite his ne
“Coffee?” “No” “Smoothie?” “Nope” “What is that you want?” “Pickles and honey” “What? What is with you and those cravings? Like seriously; what’s wrong with chocolate and ice cream?” he let out in disbelief “ How about you ask your baby boy” her reply came out irritated Jessica tried to slid out of bed but her huge bump was weighing her down and she huffed in annoyance “Come here” Lucas offered her a hand helping his six months pregnant wife off bed and rubbed a loving hand on her belly “Listen, you need to eat healthy and let your mommy have her morning coffee already, she’s scaring me” he said in a low voice as if talking to the baby through Jessica’s bump “Ouch” he protested as she poked him “Are you telling my baby that I’m scary?” she let out in disbelief pressing her hands on his chest to pushing him away but he didn’t budge , seeing her angry-like face was priceless
Chapter Seventy-Two“Now, I pronounce you husband and wife, you may kiss the bride” Lucas and Jessica shared a kiss in front of everyone.The wedding ceremony turned out to be perfect. Jessica had everything she wished for and more and Lucas couldn’t be happier.Although they’ve been married on paper for some time but the ceremony felt more; real, special and happier.Everything was perfection, from the flower sets and the decorations to the venue and how the tables were arrangedShe asked him for a dream wedding that only she dreamt about, it was nothing fancy or expensive but it was special to her, the little decks of jasmines on the tables, the hand written vows and the dance to her favorite song and he gave her everything she wantedEveryone congratulated them, most of Lucas’s friends if not all were super friendly and they were all happy
Chapter Seventy-One “I’m so sorry I ruined dinner” she told Lucas once they went back home, Jessica had recovered her voice and her energy and her state went back to normal “Don’t ever say that again” he reprimanded taking her hand in his as they walked in the bedroom “But;”she started in a protest “No but, what matters is that you’re okay, and your voice is back to normal” he said grabbing her other hand and bringing both to his lips. Jessica looked at him as he done so and smiled ruefully, “ No , don’t do that” he shook his head before adding “no sad smiles tonight doll” he told her softly grabbing her face in his hands and giving her a chaste kiss before he sat at the edge of the bed After few hours at the hospital, Lucas drove them back to the white house while the guests went to their respective homes, Lilly checked out on Jessica right before she left along with her parents, wher
Chapter Seventy“Everything is in place; they’re waiting for you Mrs. Doyle” Mindy, one of the staff of the wedding planner agency informed Jessica who was ready to go but she felt her head spinning once she stood up and had to sit down again“Are you okay Mrs. Doyle” Mindy worried as she stepped forward to help her.Jessica shook her head but the spinning got worse, and she started feeling dizzy and her vision blurred“I’m okay, just give me a minute” she said“You didn’t eat all day” the young girl observed“Ye.. Yeah I… think” Jessica stumbled on her words taking a seat hoping the sensation would pass“You look pale, you need sugar, here have a bite at this, it should make you feel better” Mindy offered a piece of cake from the samples that were on the table, luckily she thought of it in
Chapter Sixty-Nine Two months later…“Oh my God I can’t believe this is happening!” Lilly squealed once she entered the huge room in which Jessica was sitting with the hairstylist and makeup artist pampering her up“I’m not freaking out, I’m not” she squealed trying more to convince herself than her best friend who was perfect in her lavender bridesmaid gown.“That’s the point of a rehearsal ceremony! For you to freak out right now instead of the day of the wedding day in front of thousands of celebrities” Lilly teased while sipping champagne; Jessica’s eyes widened for a second then shook her head“Lucas and I agreed on keeping the guest list to a minimum” then turned her attention to the makeup artist“Speaking Mr. Celebrity, where is he taking you on your honey moon
Chapter Sixty-EightLucas was driving while Jessica sat beside him, after she was finally cleared to leave the hospital, he decided to take her to the premium plaza hotel because as much as she didn’t like to admit; she was uncomfortable going back to the apartment where she didn’t feel safe anymore.So apart from the mansion and the white house the only safe place was the premium plaza, with a top notch security it was the ideal place for a stay until he moved to a new property. He’s been contemplating the idea of moving after the marriage anyway, but hadn’t shared the thought with her.Jessica felt more comfortable at the idea of spending few days at the hotel, upon their arrival they were directed to one of the bridal suites but her enthusiast didn’t last long“I have to go to the police for my deposition” Lucas told her once they were inside, seeing her
Chapter Sixty-Seven“You,” Lilly narrowed her eyes at Lucas; if looks could kill he’d be dead a thousand times in three seconds,His muscles tensed, Lucas could feel the anger Jessica’s friend had towards him and he couldn’t blame her, he was angry at himself as well.She walked towards Jessica’s bed shooting daggers at him with her eyes“You were supposed to take care of her, to keep her safe, I’m warning you, if you ever put her through this again, I’ll break you!” her tone was forced friendly“Come on Lilly, Lucas saved me, you know that!” Jessica said softly, she just had her stitches removed from her wound“Well, if he didn’t he’d be dead by now” she sneered sitting the edge of the bed ignoring his presence in the roomLucas’s jaw clenched, he was feeling uncomfortable at Lilly’s w
Chapter sixty-SixLucas sat at Jessica’s bedside; he had her hand in his while watching her breath slowly.His insides tore when the surgeon delivered him the terrible news. After a couple of hours in surgery; he told him that they were able to save her life but not that of the baby.Due to the stabbing in her abdomen, she lost a lot of blood and by the time they reached the hospital it was too late; the baby was too young to survive such a severe bleeding.Lucas gently caressed her knuckles, wondering how to tell her the news when she wakes up.He was torn between the loss and the fact that Jessica didn’t tell him about it, and he tried his best not to over think.He didn’t even know what to think anymore, all the worst scenarios gathered at the entrance of his imagination gate he even thought of the possibility that the child wasn’t his and it wo
Chapter Sixty-Five“No!” Lucas screamed as he watched Joshua stabbing Jessica under his eyes.He was beaten up, tied and had four men holding him but seeing Jessica hurt gave him super powers , he was able to free himself and fought his way to her. Nothing could hold him back right now as he swore to kill him. The men holding him were taken by surprise, he managed to knock one out and hit the other away with a chairRage crippling under his skin, it took more than few men and hand ties to keep him still when the women he loved was stabbed before his eyes With a shot from one of the men’s guns he was able to hit Joshua in his shoulder; putting him to the ground before his men hit him againEmilio intervened at the right time shooting Joshua again; keeping him away from herLucas shot the man before him and ran to where Jessica wa