[ Adeline ]“I don’t think I can do this, Xavier. The whole group of bandits are here.” I shook my head when my eyes landed on the reunion of the conspirators from the foot of the staircase. Arthur and Addison were there yet and I prayed they’d not come.“Let’s get done with this as soon as possible.” He said in a detached voice.“Yes.” I shook my head and we together walked in the living room.“Good evening, family. It’s nice to see you all after a long time.” Xavier greeted them and their attention diverted on us. I chose to stick by Xavier’s side to hide my discomfort around the two family.“Ade, my sweetie.” Mom rushed to me and pulled me in her tight embrace.“How are you, Mom?” I asked her.“I miss you, my love. You become so busy in your work and new life that you forgot your mother.” She complained but how could I tell her that I am avoiding Dad.“It’s not your daughter’s fault Mrs. Greyson. I don’t let her leave her side whenever she’s free from work.” Xavier saved me from an
[ Adeline ]"What?"The three people except my mother exclaimed.I gauged their reactions. They were mixed. Xavier looked angry and hurt, Linda ready to set the world on fire whereas my father clueless of anything related to whole 'Melissa controversy'."Yes, I used my sources to find out the sale and purchase of the villa and it turned out that Arnold paid the price including all the taxes through his personal account. It has cost him a fortune. I think Xavier you have a rough idea of the price." I looked up at Xavier."It's worth a fortune and my father just gave the sum away like this. He could have named it after Adam, his only grandson." Xavier shook his head in disbelief.I felt guilty. I should have raised the subject after the dinner. How could I act like a jealous teenager."My dear husband is going to receive a pleasant visit from me tomorrow." Linda clutched the spoon in her deadly grip as if it was Melissa's neck."Please, enjoy your meal. I have spent hours in preparing
[ Adeline ]Xavier’s cold eyes were fixed on my father. I felt like I betrayed him and right in the moment, I wanted the earth to swallow me alive. I couldn’t see him in the pain of being kept in the dark.“It’s better you hear this out, young man. Come and sit here.” Dad sounded extremely calm whereas I was fretting.“Xavier, please come with me, I’ll explain you everything.” I tried to reach for his hand but he made his way towards my father without sparing a glance at my direction. It hurt me.“Mr. Greyson I heard you talking to your daughter about your revenge plans if I put it in my words. What has my family done to you? As far as I remember my Dad considers you as a very good friend.” Xavier said very calmly but I could feel anger bubbling beneath the layer of the calmness.“Like I said, sit down and here me out, Xavier.” Dad poured him a drink in my glass.“Xavier, let’s go from here.” I begged him.He showed me his palm, “Adeline, I want to hear everything from your father.” H
[ Adeline ]I was waiting for Xavier to come back inside the house after sending my parents off. His decision was bothering me. we decided to part our ways then why did he transferred his property on my name. It felt wrong and unacceptable. I also had to apologise for my father’s behaviour and make it clear that I have nothing to do with his planning and plotting.His deep footsteps put a halt on my thoughts. I turned to face him. His eyes were already fixed on me.“Xavier, I am sorry.” It came out as a mere whisper as emotions thickened my voice.“May I know the reason of this apology because I see none.” He spoke.“You know what I mean, Xavier and I am truly ashamed of his disgusting thoughts. I understand that he shared a deep connection with your mother and his resentment for your father is also fair but I don’t agree with him. Believe me, I will never help him in his cheap tricks to bring you and your family down.” I said in my defence.He stepped closer.“I know this as well, Ad
[ Xavier ]Why my fate is always cruel to me. When I begin to think that finally I've something to call mine and I should chase after it, my bubbles burst and I left staring at the mocking face of my fate.Adeline, the woman who stirred my almost dead feelings after Emily's death, made it very clear that she wants nothing from me.She isn't a woman of greed for money or power but she'd be insecure of my past, I didn't know that. She rejected everything I want to give her to show how I actually feel for her. I don't want our marriage to remain on papers. I want something more from her, a lifetime's companionship."Sir, we have arrived." My driver's voice forced me to push my thoughts back and I rubbed my temples.I stepped down from the car and the cold morning air hit my face.Today's the day when my grandmother is coming. In fact, her plane would land in next thirty minutes. I insisted her to take my private plane but she declined and chose to take a commercial flight.She's a stubbo
[ Adeline ]To say, I wasn't fretting, would be a pure lie. My heartbeats were doing a marathon since I met Xavier's grandmother, a woman of elegance. My first impression on her was a total disaster.It was like I did something wrong. According to her, I was dressed like a rookie. Yes, I heard her saying this to Xavier. I'll deal with this man later.He could have told me. We have been on 'no talk' terms since the dinner night and avoid each other like a plague but he had to inform me.The damage is already being done. I have to be more calculative and balanced around her. I don't know but for a certain reason, her acceptance matters to me.I sighed and took a deep inhale of air before making my way back to the living room with her coffee. I dressed in my office suit. I couldn't miss the work since I had to close a deal with our new suppliers of pig iron."Mrs. Linwood, here's your coffee and some home cooked dry fruit and oats cookies, they're sugar free." I said placing the tray on
[ Adeline ]"I am sorry. I should have informed you." The man standing in front of me, apologized."Apology not accepted, now excuse me. I am getting late for my work." I said in a disinterested tone and about to walk past him but he grabbed my wrist."Adeline, please listen to me, at least." He said in a calm voice."I don't have time for this, Xavier. Your recklessness put me in a situation when I had to tell a bunch of lies to an old lady. You know I hate to deceive people." I said curtly.He sighed and turned to look at me."Adeline, I can understand your anger and I'm extremely sorry for keeping you in the dark." He said, he sounded guilty."You should feel sorry but not for me." I snapped back, "We have to give her a great grandchild. Now you tell me how are we going to bring a baby because your grandmother wants to see your child." I said throwing my hands in the air."We'll tell her that we're not in a stage to have a child. She is a demanding woman who likes to see things acc
Adeline ]His lips moved rhythmically against mine. He wasn't giving me a chance to speak because my mind went frenzy after listening to his words. His hands rested on my hips. Soon, I gave in and kissed him back.He likes me. He just confessed it.The pent up feelings were taking the best out of me. I needed to feel him and show him that I have more to offer than he thinks. I knotted my fingers in his hairs and pulled him more into the kiss. It always feels different with him. Our tongues collided, trying to explore each other's mouth.We pulled apart after five minutes of assaulting each other's lips. He joined his forehead with mine, our heavy breathing was the only sound in the garage."I'm sorry, your lipstick is ruined. You need a touch up." He said with a hint of amusement and mischief in his eyes."I'm getting really late for office." I said as I couldn't think of another excuse to run away from his vicinity.I was feeling overwhelmed with his confession and it was an awkward