Chapter 32Esther's POV “Here we are, ma'am,” the chauffeur announced before the car came to a halt. “Alright,” I said. As I was about to carry my handbag that was between us, I felt John's eyes on me, which made my heart skip two beats. Yes! My instincts were right, he would definitely look at me. I raised my head and my gaze fixed on his face. “Wow! You look beautiful, little doll,” he said, his voice soft and soothing. Hearing those words alone, my nipples began to harden, I was just so consumed with John's handsome face that I didn't even thank him for the compliment. His strong jawline, the distinctive shape of his face, and his commanding presence pulled me in.Despite my heartache and turmoil, I felt I still had a room for love.As he put a smile on his face, my breath caught, the horns and sound of vehicles passing by faded into the background. It was as if we were the only two people in the world. “Are you OK, little doll?” John tugged at my arm.I barely registered hi
Chapter 033John's POV I sat impatient in my office, seconds gave way to minutes, minutes gave way to hours, but there was no call from Esther. I told her to call or text me when she was done with the office, but she didn't. I dug out my phone from my pocket, angry and frustrated, I dialed her number. It rang but there was no response. My heart skipped a beat as multiple thoughts crossed my mind. I raked my hands through my hair trying to brush it off. I dialed her number again and luckily she picked up. “Hello, aren't you done with work? You should have told me you would be late,” I asked, worried. “I'm at mom's house,” she said, her voice barely above a whisper. What! She wasn't even in the office. I gritted my teeth as a mix of anger and frustration pressed down on me. Why didn't she tell me? If she knew how worried I was at that moment she wouldn't dare to shift an inch without telling me.“What the fuck. Why didn't you tell me? I'll come and pick you up now,” I restored. I
Chapter 034Esther's POVI had thought about mom's maid's suggestion and I tried going to the hospital to meet the doctor and discuss if there is any way I can give birth again. It was hard to outsmart John. I told him I wanted to visit a friend of mine in the hospital, and luckily he agreed without suspecting anything. I told him I wanted to go alone and, without a protest, he agreed. I arrived at the hospital about 30 minutes ago, and I was already waiting for the doctor who was busy with patients. Just then, the door cracked open, and the doctor came in.“Heyyy, Esther, how are you?” he asked, plastering a smile on his face. I cleared my throat as my heart kept pounding. “I'm fine Doc, thanks. I came about my inability to give birth… Is there anything you could do… Maybe surgery or something?” I asked, my gaze fixed on his lips. He leaned back in his chair and let out a heavy sigh. His expression already told me what I needed to know. I know there was no way out. I just can't
Chapter 001Esther's POV “Wow, a big congratulations to you madam, you are pregnant,” the doctor whispered to me, which made my heart explode. “wait.. What?” I asked as tears of joy streamed down my face. I couldn't believe I was pregnant. I can't believe I was finally going to be a mom. After a year of marriage with Michael, finally we are going to be parents. I place my hand on my stomach, thinking about how much love I would show him when I give birth to him. The doctor told me some things I needed to do for the baby's health, but I was focused on the creation inside of me, which made me not pay attention. I grabbed my phone from the bedside cabinet and dialed Michael's number. I wanted to break the news to him there because I couldn't wait till we met. Michael's phone rang, but there was no response. I let out a sigh, then frowned. Suddenly, a creeping smile appeared on my face when I thought of going to his office and making the announcement specially to him. “Ahhh doctor
Chapter 002Esther's POV “How could you believe I did this, Michael?” I asked, my voice breaking. “I'm telling you someone is trying to manipulate me. Look closely, this picture is manipulated,” I said, trying to make him understand, although I knew no matter how I tried to convince him he would not believe a single word coming from my mouth because of the clear evidence in my hands. But I won't give up without trying my best. “What the fuck are you talking about, you whore? Are you blind…? Oh I see, you think you can convince me? That's not going to happen” he said, his eyes filled with so much anger. Maya emerged from the bathroom well-dressed like nothing had happened with a victorious smile on her face. “How could you do that to Michael, you know how…” before she could complete her sentence, I took a short step towards her and a resounding slap rang across the office. She quickly placed her hand on her cheek. “Did you just slap me?” she asked in shock. “Next time I'm talkin
Chapter 003 Esther's POV I collected the papers with my shivering hand, my sight was blurred with tears, my heart tightened when I saw that Michael had already signed. I swallowed my saliva and signed as my tears dripped on the sheets. “Here you go,” I said as I handed over the papers to him. “Now leave!” Mrs Flora ordered, without an atom of sympathy, her finger pointing at the entrance door. I couldn't believe my husband, Michael Joel, the man who vowed to love and protect me, didn't want anything that had to do with me again. I turned and headed outside. I stopped in my tracks when Mrs Flora called my name. I gasped before turning to face her, her teary eyes locked with mine. “I don't want to ever set my eyes on you, OK?” she said. I nodded as a dam of tears cut loose. I wiped my tears as I stood in front of the house and wandered to the mansion which holds a lot of unforgettable memories. I sniffed, took a deep breath and exhaled before getting into my car and
Chapter 004Michael's POV I knew I had been cheating on Esther with her best friend, but I couldn't believe her cheating on me. All men cheat! The world knows, but as a woman, it's wrong to cheat on your husband. Why would Esther do this to me? So, all this while she pretended to be a Saint. I can't believe I've been sharing my wife with someone. Sometimes I stare at Esther at night while she is asleep, wondering how she would feel when she finds out that I'm sleeping with her best friend. I thought I was the one cheating. Not knowing she was cheating on me too. Why Esther? Why? I was highly disappointed and heartbroken. I heard my phone ring, which brought me back from the train of thought. “Ahh,” I groaned as I gritted my teeth. I glanced at the screen and a number appeared. “Who is this?” I murmured as I bit my lower lips and answered the call. “Good afternoon sir,” I heard a strange voice. “Afternoon, who is this please,” I asked with much concern.“We are calling th
Chapter 005Esther's POV I watched as blood rushed out of my stomach. I felt dizzy all of a sudden. The next thing I heard was, “Help, she is bleeding!” an old man entered and placed his hands on my stomach. Before I could alter a word. I heard the sound of a commotion outside the ward and a group of nurses frantically rushed in. I couldn't comprehend what was going on. For a moment, I felt the breeze. My heart turns to ice. I could feel the nurses stitching my stomach. I snapped out of my gaze when one of the nurses said to her colleague;“She is safe, it is not a deep cut.” That is the last thing I registered before I closed my eyes, my heart in my mouth. I could hear their footsteps going outside the ward. Why did they save me? Why did they stop me from going to my son? My soul would have been with my son by now. “fuck!” I groaned, frantic with anger. An old man entered the ward as he came to sit beside me. I recognized him. He was the one that saved me. I felt like str
Chapter 034Esther's POVI had thought about mom's maid's suggestion and I tried going to the hospital to meet the doctor and discuss if there is any way I can give birth again. It was hard to outsmart John. I told him I wanted to visit a friend of mine in the hospital, and luckily he agreed without suspecting anything. I told him I wanted to go alone and, without a protest, he agreed. I arrived at the hospital about 30 minutes ago, and I was already waiting for the doctor who was busy with patients. Just then, the door cracked open, and the doctor came in.“Heyyy, Esther, how are you?” he asked, plastering a smile on his face. I cleared my throat as my heart kept pounding. “I'm fine Doc, thanks. I came about my inability to give birth… Is there anything you could do… Maybe surgery or something?” I asked, my gaze fixed on his lips. He leaned back in his chair and let out a heavy sigh. His expression already told me what I needed to know. I know there was no way out. I just can't
Chapter 033John's POV I sat impatient in my office, seconds gave way to minutes, minutes gave way to hours, but there was no call from Esther. I told her to call or text me when she was done with the office, but she didn't. I dug out my phone from my pocket, angry and frustrated, I dialed her number. It rang but there was no response. My heart skipped a beat as multiple thoughts crossed my mind. I raked my hands through my hair trying to brush it off. I dialed her number again and luckily she picked up. “Hello, aren't you done with work? You should have told me you would be late,” I asked, worried. “I'm at mom's house,” she said, her voice barely above a whisper. What! She wasn't even in the office. I gritted my teeth as a mix of anger and frustration pressed down on me. Why didn't she tell me? If she knew how worried I was at that moment she wouldn't dare to shift an inch without telling me.“What the fuck. Why didn't you tell me? I'll come and pick you up now,” I restored. I
Chapter 32Esther's POV “Here we are, ma'am,” the chauffeur announced before the car came to a halt. “Alright,” I said. As I was about to carry my handbag that was between us, I felt John's eyes on me, which made my heart skip two beats. Yes! My instincts were right, he would definitely look at me. I raised my head and my gaze fixed on his face. “Wow! You look beautiful, little doll,” he said, his voice soft and soothing. Hearing those words alone, my nipples began to harden, I was just so consumed with John's handsome face that I didn't even thank him for the compliment. His strong jawline, the distinctive shape of his face, and his commanding presence pulled me in.Despite my heartache and turmoil, I felt I still had a room for love.As he put a smile on his face, my breath caught, the horns and sound of vehicles passing by faded into the background. It was as if we were the only two people in the world. “Are you OK, little doll?” John tugged at my arm.I barely registered hi
Chapter 031Esther's POV My eyes snapped open, my chest heaved as I gasped for air. I was drenched in cold sweat and the blankets were wrapped around my body.“shit, fucking bitch. fuck it,” I groaned, biting my lower lips before raking my hand through my hair. It was a terrible nightmare again. It has been almost two weeks since we returned from Dubai and I often see Maya in my dreams. She kept hunting me over and over again, trying to strangle me to death. It worsened to the extent that I had to find comfort in valium to cure insomnia.I gently swung the blanket off my body before jumping off the bed. I walked to the toilet and brushed my teeth.I headed downstairs, John was already dressed for work and he was having his breakfast. “Good morning, John,” I greeted him. “Morning,” he said. I could feel his gaze fixed on me. “Another nightmare?” he asked. My dark circles ratted me out for the umpteenth time. “ahh…. Ah…”“I heard you scream,” he cut me off, before I even thought of
Chapter 030John's POV The scent of the dinner wafted through the dining area as I focused on Esther, admiring her beautiful face, her brown hair falling just right, framing her pointed nose and sharp jawline. She was just… one in a million. That was the first time I tasted her food, and it was…. Lit. It was our first trip overseas together, and in commemoration of that, I suggested to Esther that we have an indoor dinner - just the two of us, and to my greatest surprise she agreed without protesting and that was a gesture I considered very lovely. I chose to sit across from her because I wanted to see and explore all her beauty more.I could see that Esther was already getting over all the burden, and she had started getting familiar with me. “Do you enjoy the meal?” Esther asked, interrupting my train of thought. I cleared my throat first. “This is the best food I have eaten since this year began. I'm awed by your culinary skills. You are really a great chef,” I complimented, p
Chapter 029Michael's POV After the entire event was over, I returned to the hotel we lugged. I couldn't believe what I saw on that occasion. Esther was already married to one of the most influential CEOs. “shit!” I groaned, gritting my teeth. I took hold of the vodka bottle I bought in the bar opposite the hotel, and poured a short into my glass, the strong scent wafting from my mouth, as I could perceive it.A gasp escaped from my mouth as I continued to consume one shot after another until a pounding stomach ache set in, I guess as a consequence of my over drinking. I struggled to focus on the surrounding clarity, but it offered little relief.“Esther, you have ruined my life. I just… Don't know what to say,” I spat, as if she was standing in front of me. The image of Esther's beautiful face pictured back in my mind. Damn it! Esther was called onto the stage, an opportunity that many CEOs and businessmen are looking for. “fuck!” I screamed, before shattering the vodka glass on
Chapter 28Esther's POV I hadn't seen him in years and the sight of him brought back lots of emotions. He must have been invited to the occasion. Who was beside him caught my attention. It was Maya standing next to him. The same woman he left me for. The same woman that ruined my life. The same woman I once called my best friend, and beside them was a little boy, who looked around five to six years old. I knew it, I knew Maya must have given birth to a child for Michael. My heart clenched as I stared at the little handsome boy. It could have been my son standing beside his dad, and me in place of Maya. I went straight to them as I felt an overwhelming urge to connect with the little boy. I looked at Maya, and she quickly lowered her gaze as it was written all over her that she was guilty. Conscience of her past actions. I rolled my eyes before squatting on the little boy's level, to talk to him. “Hey, what's your name?” I asked as I plastered a smile on my face. “I'm Joshua, an
Chapter 027Esther's POV I slowly opened my eyes as the sun's rays projected into my face. I blinked repeatedly trying to get accustomed to the lights. I stretched and yawned as I felt the weight of the journey, the great time I spent with John, and everything pressed down on me. It was the occasional day. John was already dressed, so I quickly took my bath and got dressed. After having my breakfast, we went out as the chauffeur was already waiting for us. We shoved in and drove away. We arrived right on time. I dressed in a sophisticated blue ensemble that screamed luxury and poise, matching John's blue suit. I stepped out of the sleek black car and onto the scorching asphalt with the sun beating down on me, nonstop. John came and held my arms as the chauffeur swiftly appeared by our side holding a blue umbrella above our heads, shielding us from the harsh rays. While we walked majestically like true couples towards the event hall, I noticed the diverse crowd gathered around us
Chapter 026John's POV “Please John, you can't come, it's a wedding, and you are….”“Then you are not going. If I am not going, you also have to stay with me,” I cut her off as I continued scrolling through my phone. Esther stood up from the dining room and came to sit next to me. I knew she would try to convince me to let her go, but I wouldn't. She was my wife. I can't allow her to travel to another country alone. If something happens to her, I won't forgive myself. I sensed something strange about her. I knew it wasn't a wedding, it must be something else. She must be planning something. Something very important must be the cause of the trip. “Look, John, please I really need to go alone,” she said, placing a hand on my chest. I shoved her hand immediately. “Look, you should tell me what you are going to do in Dubai. I'm your husband. At least let me know, I know it is not a wedding,” I said. She rolled her eyes and raked her hand through her hair. Just as I opened my mouth