Adam pressed his hand on the doorbell. No answer. He pressed again and waited for a few minutes, but still, no one came to the door.
He looked at the time, it was past nine in the evening.
He took out his phone and dialed her number, but her phone was off.
“Where are you?”
He asked the empty hallway, rubbing his head in frustration.
He was in Michaels Enterprises earlier to fetch Sam but she didn’t show up. The receptionist, who recognized him immediately assumed she was picking Leigh up and was quick to tell Leigh about him.
“Adam! What a surprise!” Leigh’s pleasure could be seen on her face when she came down to the lobby to meet him. She looked unrepentant, but that was okay. He was not there for her anyway.
Leigh invited him to her office and on the way, Leigh was babbling. He knew she was nervous so he stopped her. He put a
Tears formed instantly in Rocky’s eyes.“Hey, Rocky, why are you crying?” The sweet voice interrupted his chaotic thoughts.Axel reached out a hand to wipe his cheeks with his little fingers.To Rocky, it was the most innocent of acts, but it touched him to the core. The realization that he is a father runs deep.For years, he felt cheated and disappointed that Leigh did not turn out pregnant, and now this? It was like being sucker-punched. He could feel warmth spreading through his body. The feeling was glorious, intoxicating even. He could not define exactly what the feeling was because it was a cacophony of emotions - but he was joyous knowing his union with Leigh produced a child!He wanted to shout! He could feel his chest expanding in pride.This mature, cheeky child was his son!“My son!”An elated Rocky wrapped Axel&rsq
Adam punched the wall in his frustration.He ran after Sam right after he saw her running away, leaving the courtside seat he had reserved for them, but his teammates held him back. “What is wrong with you, Fowler? Concentrate on the game, not on anything else!” his coach barked at him, irritated at his lack of attention to the game.He fought with the teammates holding him back. "Do not be stubborn. The team needs you." His coach's words brought him back to his senses.He stopped struggling, and his teammates let him go. Once free, he immediately retreated to the bleachers to call Sam, disappointed when he heard Kade answer her phone.He gritted his teeth in suppressed anger.“What are you doing with Sam?” He could not help the jealousy from oozing out of his voice.In his mind, he could very well picture Kade’s mocking face, addi
Leigh draws out a deep breath before meeting Rocky’s gaze challengingly.Rocky was sitting on his chair, hands laced under his head while he looked at her with that same intense smoky gaze that had her insides turn into mush.Another minute of being around him, and she would have been a puddle in his eyes.She knew all it took was one stare for her to submit to everything he would have demanded of her. That was how weak she goes where Rocky is concerned. He could toss her around without her batting an eyelash.“Fine. You win. Spend time with your son. Be his father.” She said, giving up.
When their food arrived, Axel quickly stuffed his mouth, alternating between taking a big bite out of his burger and munching on fries, then taking a slurp of his shakes.Rocky watched his son devour his food, amazed at his enormous appetite.“For such a small kid, you sure gobble a lot of food.” He commented before wiping the corners of his son’s mouth with a tissue.Axel did not complain. He continued eating, unaware of the awed expression he was getting from his adult companion.Rocky gave up all pretense of eating and just watched his son, fascinated with every move he made.Leigh, on the other hand, concentrated on her food. She did not know how to make small talk. They were seated across from each other, and their table was filled with food, but no one was eating except Axel. Rocky's attention was all on Axel, giving Leigh a wide berth to study Rocky.She watched the father and son
Leigh feels torn. Half her mind listened to Adam talk and explain while the other half kept tabs on the father and son, who looked like they were having a very serious conversation not too far away.She wondered what they were talking about.“Have you heard from Sam?” She heard Adam say.Reluctantly, Leigh pulled her eyes and attention away from Rocky and their son to address Adam’s concern.“No.’ She said before turning her attention back to the two.“They seemed pretty tight,” Adam said again.“Hmm?” S
After they dropped off Kade, Leigh’s phone rang.Even busy driving, Rocky glanced at her monitor to check her caller ID. His hands on the steering wheel tightened when he saw Adam Fowler’s name. He was reminded of his earlier conversation with his son and considered the man as his rival in love.Even in Baybridge, Fowler proved to be his nemesis for Leigh’s affection. Back then, he felt that Adam could not match up with him because of the agreement. But after their divorce and up to now, he thinks of Adam as a strong competitor to Leigh’s affections.Every time he thinks about the five years Leigh was away, he could not help, but think that Adam has slowly and neatly maneuvered his way to her life, leaving him a mile behind.He grabbed her phone and took it away. “Give me my phone back.” Rocky noted the tone in her voice. Leigh was dead serious. He st
“Wake up, mommy! Wake up!” Leigh stirred, feeling her world-shaking violently as Axel's excited voice penetrated her cloudy brain. "Hmmmn." She moaned in protest, not wanting to wake up, but the persistent shaking would not let her. Drawing a deep breath, she opened one eye and asked Axel whom she saw busy jumping up and down her bed. The movement made her feel nauseous. “What time is it Axel?” Her voice sounded hoarse, her sleep-deprived brain not yet fully working compared to her very energetic son. Axel's worked up as he continued jumping in her bed like it was a trampoline. He was looking down at her as if checking if she was already awake, his breath coming in short pants. "It’s still early, mommy, but there is a surprise waiting for you downstairs.” Leigh could not stand the shaking any longer and had to stop Axel as she could feel telltale signs of a massive headache coming. “What’s the surprise? Did grandma and grandpa arrive from their long trip?”Axel shook he
“Rocky!” Leigh cried in surprise, but Rocky would not heed. He continued to maraud her mouth, ravaging her while his hands roamed around her body, gliding his hand through the cotton fabric of her night dress. It was the most demure piece of clothing, but his imagination was running wild. He was thinking about the secrets the material hides, and he is slowly going berserk with want. Instantaneous response jabbed his lower abdomen. The knowledge alarmed him. He reluctantly tore his mouth away, much to Leigh’s disappointment.“Why did you stop?” She asked, clearly dumbfounded at his restraint. Back then, Rocky could not wait to get his hands on her. He had an enormous desire for her. Leigh felt disappointment coursing through her chest. Is she undesirable to Rocky now? She bit her lip, pressing her legs together to keep herself from grinding on him unabashedly, inviting him to continue his sensual touch.“It is broad daylight.” Leigh turned her back away from him to walk i
The HATED BULLY is the SECRET FIANCE has come to its end. Thank you everyone for taking time to read Leigh and Rocky's story. Allow me also to mention my sincerest thanks to my editor Sameen Watson for guiding me through this whole process. And to all of you who was with me from chapter one up to epilogue. Thank you for patiently waiting for daily updates. Thank you for the votes: Lean Cantara, Alexandria Barnes, Melissa Agee, Criselda Sanchez, Kashika Jain, Lei Esturas, Mariam Jyoti, Susan Black, ariel raplinger, babybimps, Patience Madileng, Keri Ann Lane, Nicebin A Sangma, Wanda Stewart, Lizette Abigail Corpuz. Special thanks to Melissa Agee. She was my very first voter. Thank you for the first 8 gems I got for this story. And also for reading my other story The Billonaire's Replacement Bride. Special mention to Lean Cantara, Alexandria Barnes, Criselda Sanchez and Lei Esturas for commenting in the chapters. Your comments actually inspired me to continue writing even
It was a glorious day. It was a Sunday, his grand wedding day!After Leigh agreed to marry him again, they ran back to the other house to tell everyone. They were greeted with congratulations, hugs, kisses, and warm pats on the back.“I want us to be married right away,” Rocky told their parents, and Leigh agreed. She does not need a grand wedding. She only needed Rocky, Axel, their families, and friends to be at the wedding. Her father agreed because he wanted to leave as early as possible with her mom for their tour. It was Rocky’s mother who objected. “I wanted a grand wedding, Rocky.”While the parents argued and discussed the wedding, Rocky dragged her to her feet. They slipped out of the house without their parents noticing. “Where are we going?” She asked, confused when he bundled her into his waiting car. “Let them plan a grand wedding, but I want to marry you now. I can’t wait. I want you to wear my ring on your finger when I make love to you for the first time after f
“Aw, Axel, my man!” Rocky groaned before nuzzling her neck to cover his red-from-arousal face. Leigh giggled, tickled as his breath fanned her skin. Axel chose that moment to swing on his father’s back and ride him like a horse. They almost toppled over to the bed, pressing Leigh if not for Rocky’s quick thinking. He braced his hand on the bed for support, allowing Leigh to scoot farther from the two. She laughed when he saw Rocky’s insufferable look but knew he was faking it. He loves playing with his son. She blew him a kiss, and he caught it in the air before placing his hand on his lips, making smooching sounds that had her double up in laughter. In the short time they were together, Leigh found out about Rocky’s playful side, something that surprised her. He used to tease her, sparking her anger that would later explode into verbal fights. She realized Rocky did not know how to treat her back then. He was unsure of her feelings as she was unsure of him. But when the
Stepping out of her father's office, they saw Axel waiting at the visitor’s lounge with Gemma, her father’s secretary. Everyone in her father’s office was surprised when Axel shouted, “Mommy!” Axel was like a human dynamo. He hurled himself at Leigh, but when Leigh caught him, he squirmed and launched himself at his father next.“Daddy!” Rocky Bolton smiled, snagging his son mid-air to catch him and swing him up to ride his shoulders. “Who were you with?” “Grandma,” Axel said.Then, Rocky pulled Leigh close. Together, they walked out of Adam Michaels's floor. When they passed by employees, Leigh could not help tensing up, feeling shy all of a sudden. She was reminded of the spectacle she made at the facade of the building. By now, she was sure everybody already knew about her and Rocky Bolton especially since her son took after his father a lot. Everyone who sees them together would not mistake the connection. On the other hand, Rocky had a different interpretation of the cu
Adam Michaels looked like he was ready to throw a fit.He was flushed red in anger.His strides were long and swift, with hands clenched to the sides while Leigh, Rocky, and Sam followed him.They invited curious stares, looking like a mini-parade on their way to the elevator bay, except everyone steered clear of them. The murderous look on Adam Michaels’ face was enough to scare people away.They rode the elevator with Adam bringing the front while his daughter Leigh, Rocky, and Sam followed like meek children who got into trouble and were awaiting punishment at the principal’s office.They stopped on his floor. His secretary was shocked to see him followed by his daughter, a man she presumed to be the infamous Rocky Bolton because she had been tipped earlier about the scuffle at the entrance, and Sam Adams.Mr. Michaels, just when he was about to enter his room, changed his mind at the last s
“Where have you been?” Rocky slowed down upon hearing the familiar voice of his mother.A smile broke his lips when he saw his parents sitting on the L-shaped couch in the living room, waiting for him.“Mom, dad. What brought you here?” He asked, surprised at the unexpected arrival of his parents. It had been too long since he last saw them.“Are you just going in? Where have you been?”Evelyn Bolton took a long look at her son and knew Rocky had spent the night elsewhere. She walked over to him, suspiciously taking a whiff of his neck.“No trace of alcohol. Hmm.” 
Rocky drove fast, pressing on the throttle to accelerate their speed upon learning from Leigh that Axel was crying. “Did something happen?” He asked worriedly, thinking his son needs to see a doctor. Leigh frowned absently at him. “No. He woke up and did not find me there.” Rocky covered her hand with his. Leigh sounded guilty. He, too, felt partially guilty that they had to leave Axel, but not about the talk. They needed that talk. In no time, they reached the Michaels' home. Before Rocky could turn the engine off, the door to the passenger side opened, and Leigh got out. She rushed back to see Axel and stopped when she found her son huddled in the corner of the plant box, bawling his eyes out. Something twitched inside as guilt and shame washed over her. A mother can't help feeling that way because, for a mom, a child's welfare will always come first. “Where did you go?” Adam Michaels cried when she gathered Axel in her arms and hoisted him up. Rocky was hot on her he
They were both panting when they both came up for air. Leigh looked down to see Rocky’s head thrown back and shutting his eyes as he let his face ride her orga*m.It was a huge turn-on. Leigh found her hands fisting Rocky's glorious ink-black hair to drag his face up her body. His lips made a teasing line from the apex of her thighs up to her chest. He nuzzled her neck before his lips finally landed on hers for an ardent kiss. “I love you.” Rocky breathed.Leigh purred her contentment before pushing him off her, reversing their roles. The declaration of love awakens the aggressor in her. She attacked his lips as the predator who wanted to give him full service. Rocky saw her intent, eyes blazing hot coals, and declined the offer. “No.”“But, you haven’t…” Leigh said, pointing to his hard c*ck that needed instant gratification and release. Rocky quickly covered himself before giving Leigh her nightie, undie, and terry cloth robe.“What the h*ll, Rocky? Why are you denying m
“What did you do, man?” Kade was already waiting in his office when he arrived. Rocky plopped on the couch next to Kade and tiredly leaned his head on its back. “I am desperate, man. The sooner I get my wife and son, the better for my peace of mind.” “But you are doing it all wrong. You are inviting trouble from Michaels by doing this. And look!” Kade showed him a viral post an hour ago. It was him! People are speculating, eagerly wanting to know the mystery that shrouded the entire event. Their curiosity whetted. They started asking questions as to why a well-known businessman like Rocky Bolton would appear in front of Michaels's building. “Some people think you are pulling a stunt like this as a business strategy. You wanted to gain leverage for your contracts.” Kade added, sounding concerned. Rocky shook his head, rubbing his hands through his hair in frustration. “I am at my wit's end, Kade. If I do not act right away Leigh and Axel might be taken away in a fl