That night, Astrid stayed at his lodge since it was late for her to go back to the house her friends had booked for the trip.She was fully aware of herself around Rowan and made sure to keep a reasonable distance away from him.The latter also minded his business, as long as she was in his line of sight. He didn't come to the island for any business trip. He just wanted to spend time with Astrid, but so far, there has been a bridge between them.They were both sitting in the living room, Astrid was with a cup of hot coffee, crouched on the sofa with her knees in front of her, while Rowan sat across her with his laptop on his lap, pretending to be busy.He was browsing the Internet for fancy restaurant on the island. Maybe, if Astrid agrees to go out with him tomorrow, he would take care of her meals for the day."Um, can I use the bathroom?" Astrid asked, breaking the silence between them."Sure, it's down the hallway by the left." He directed.Astrid tried to drop her coffee on the
Astrid rushed back to her friends but met only Nelson who was seated at the foot of the stairs with a worried face. "Nelson, what happened?" she asked with a concerned tone as she took a seat beside him. "She didn't come back last night, Astrid. we had an argument and it bothers me so much because I..." he trailed off " I don't want to lose her," he muttered with a soft pathetic voice filled with regret and desperation. Astrid understood what he meant and couldn't help but feel sorry for him. "Do you love her?" Astrid asked out of the blue. His body stiffened giving her the answer she needed. "What's stopping you, Nelson?" "I...I don't even know." "Think harder!" Astrid pressured him with a strong voice. "I have tried Astrid! She just an arm away from me. Yet, I can't seem build the courage to grab her. It is more complicated than you think, Astrid," he said, letting his emotions take control. "How complicated if you are not the one painting it that way? whenever you are rea
The news about Rowan's engagement was all over the news. A video of him with Victoria by his side, placing a kiss on his right cheek buzzed the media. Astrid couldn't believe what she was seeing and decided to call Grandma Wade. With trembling hands, she dialed her number. Rose and Nelson felt sorry for her and cussed Rowan on her behalf.He hurt her again and this time was worse than the first. Grandma Wade's line didn't go through, frustrating Astrid even more.Remembering his awkward call, she became furious. He had told her he was leaving the island for the purpose of getting engaged to his ex-girlfriend. Astrid felt so pathetic for believing that he was trying to make things better between them. But here she was again, deceived and betrayed by his lies."Ri Ri, I...I am sorry about this. I shouldn't have turned on the TV.""How is that your fault? I would have seen it sooner or later. Besides, why do you feel so for me? It is stupid to waste your emotions like that. Remember Ro
comment! Comment!! Comment!!! Please, I left an author's note asking for an author -reader discussion 😔 but none of you interacted. It would be nice to hear your thoughts about the characters, really. Please 🥺 don't forget to leave a comment. I will reply to every one of them. Let's interact."Here we are, the heart of the island," the dancer announced as he took them into a busy bar. There was a country band playing, entertaining some couples who danced to their music, a group of drinkers, and some natives who cracked jokes, livening the atmosphere. "I can see that. What is it called here? " Astrid asked, taking a seat next to him." Palm pub, you can get whatever you want here. It comes with a package of fun. By the way, you haven't told me your name yet, beautiful, " he said, with a smirk that lit up his face."Astrid and my friends here are Rose and Nelson," she introduced them. "That's a lovely name," he muttered, ignoring her friends."I am Simon, born and raised on the isla
Astrid returned to Los Angeles the next day. She came as a new person with a different perspective and ambition to attain.She went back to her parents home to spend some time away from the world. It was the only place that gave her serene comfort. Also, she needed to keep her head straight and focus on whatever the future brings to her.Getting a warm welcome from her parents she discussed some business matters with them, then talked about her experience in Palm City and how Rose got a new boyfriend who happened to be her secretary.She also let Mr. Williams her parents butler to know that his daughter was in save hands.After that, she retired to her room and prepared to have a nice nap. But the moment she bounced on her bed, she got a call from a long time friend."Look who's calling. I thought you forgot about me completely." She mused."Of course not. You are one of the best I have in my circle. How are you feeling? I saw the news," he muttered with a low tone."It is normal for
Everything was going as planned, having Rowan engaged to her in exchange for Noah's custody. It was simple for her, a threat to steal Noah while he was busy at work or an event. Victoria knew his weakness and decided to use it against him. The entire Wade household was silent as a graveyard because of Victoria's return. It was unexpected from their young master and no one dared to question his choice.Not even Chef Gladline. Ever since Victoria stepped into the house again, Chef Gladline remained cold towards him, attending to little Noah while keeping Victoria in check."Isn't this wonderful? Us sitting here, spending time with each other like a complete family. I knew you would come back to me Rowan." Victoria said with a condescending voice as she plucked the petals of the rose in her hand.Rowan was far from her, even though he agreed to the engagement, emphasis on it being one sided he wasn't going to compromise the feelings he had for Astrid.He hated that things had to turn o
Astrid fought against Rowan while he kissed her. She pounded his chest with her rounded fist, struggling to break free from him.When he couldn't stand her fight anymore, he captured her wrists, pinned them above her head and continued to claim her lips.Whether he was possessed by a spirit, Rowan couldn't control his sudden desire towards his ex-wife. He was supposed to clear the misunderstanding between, explain the situation about the engagement. But when he saw her walk into the meeting room looking hot yet professional in a green short dress, his senses flew out of the window.The way her dress hugged her body, elaborating her curves was all it took to make him go crazy.Before he knew it, he had thrown her over his shoulder, stealing her away from the sight of others. Once he was satisfied with claiming her lips, he broke apart from her heaving breathlessly as he admired the red disaster he had done to her lips."A-are you crazy!" Astrid yelled in disbelief. She flustered from
After that day, Astrid ended every business related to Rowan. she decided to think for herself and heal from the pain he had caused her.She tried to focus on other important things, ignoring the media's gossip about her divorce and Rowan's new engagement.Just as she was busy with her work, A tall charming figure walked into her office. She was too engrossed in the document in front of her to notice his presence."Good afternoon, Miss Everhart. Where would you like me to keep your lunch?""Leave it on the center table." she responded still focused on her work."And when do you plan to eat it?" "I said leave it on the table. And as you leave, I don't want to be bothered for the rest of the day," she ordered with a stern voice without looking up to see who she was talking to."Hmm, I guess you are too busy to entertain me. But it is important you eat something if you want to stay strong while working," he said, taking away the document in front of her.Astrid shot her head up, annoyed
I am back guys, done with my exams now constant updates. Hooray!!!!. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••’He is so unbelievable!!!' Luna screamed in her mind as she stomped down the hallway. Her face down to her neck went after he said those words to her. She was heading down to her husband's office.She couldn't even spend another second with him. Not because she was embarrassed but to prevent herself from doing the unacceptable.Rowan's words were too tempting for her and she was in every ounce attracted to him.This confused her, she should only be attracted to her husband and no one else.As she approached her husband's office door, she received numerous salutes from other soldiers lower than her rank.In front of his office door stood his right hand-man, lieutenant Kai. She stopped before him expecting him to open the door for her to go. But he didn't, instead he stood with a stern face and looked ahead.Luna threw him a questioning glare that sent chills down
I am sorry guys, I will be absent from 3rd to 13th March. My law exams are starting on Monday. Wish me luck.•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••After Rowan and Noah returned to their units, Gilbert was relieved of the weight he had on his shoulder.Little Noah felt so sorry for causing him trouble and went on to apologize,“I am sorry Uncle Gil. I won't cause you any trouble anymore." Little Noah crossed his heart.“It's alright, Noah. You being safe is all that matters." He ruffled his hair gently then turned his attention to Rowan who has been brooding since he came into the room.“May I ask what is bothering you?" Gilbert moved over to his side while Noah sat in front of them, playing with his toys that were littered everywhere.“She doesn't remember him," Rowan said , his voice low and edgy.“It's not her fault. We don't know what must have happened to her over the years. She is just living her life as she believes it to be. The fact that she changed her name fro
Attention! Attention!! Attention!!!! read the author's note for vital information!!!!The next day, before Gilbert woke up, Noah had snuck out of their unit. Rowan had not come back to the unit last night and he found it difficult to sleep without his Dad.He strode down the hallway, hiding at a corner each time he saw a soldier. While roaming the long quiet hallway, he explored some units, checking to find his Dad in any of them. After he checked the rooms for an hour, he tiredly sat on the cold floor, his hands on his belly as it grumbled loud in the corridor.Noah hadn't eaten breakfast yet and all the walking around had drained his energy.He squat on the ground, hoping that his uncle, Gilbert will come find him anything soon.However, three hours went by and no one had found him.Unable to bear the pain that churned his stomach from the wickedness of starvation, he began to cry to alert others of his presence.Luckily for him, two female soldiers used the same corridor he wa
Luna gave him all her attention as he began to explain what had happened to her in the past. He started off by giving her a cup of black tea to calm her nerves down before he commenced his narration.“Seven years ago, you joined the military and got recruited to my team. Then I was your team leader. You were so eager about the military which wasn't something everyone looked forward to. I noticed how excited you got over a little mission and how you were determined to win every single one of them. You were like an untouchable star, Luna. However, things started to fall apart when you revealed your hacking skills to the military tech team. You were able to hack a strong firewall that they had been struggling for months to break. But just a simple click by you made everything we had planned possible. Everyone started to admire you. But things became worse for you. Each time there was a hacking task, you were called up to handle it. Then, there came the Rwanda rescue, the very mission t
Luna reluctantly stepped into her room. She ignored her husband's brooding anger and went into her bathroom for a quick shower.Scott waited even though he was angry, he gave her the respect and privacy she deserved.After a few minutes, she was done bathing. She came out in a white robe, her hair dripping wet against the marble floor.“You were saying something?" Luna dryly muttered. She was totally disinterested in what he wanted to say to her. She coldly stared at him, waiting for him to repeat his growling question.“Has something caught your tongue? speak up dear husband. What is your anger about?" She taunted him.Scott felt something was off with his wife's mannerisms. Naturally, she would have apologized to him and explained her whereabouts. But she did the exact opposite of what he expected.“Well, since you won't talk first, I will. My medicine, you had them altered, Why?" she asked.She went over to her drawer and pulled out the bottle of medicine he had altered.“You said
The next morning, Luna woke up late. She rushed out of her bed and dressed up for her morning run.Pulling her hair up in a loose ponytail, she began to jog through the morning cold dew.She ran towards the mountain road, determined to finish her run before breakfast.As she jogged up to a distance, she felt someone's presence behind her. She turned hoping to see who it was but found no one.“Good Morning, love." A male voice muttered, falling by her side as she jogged.Luna missed a foot, startled by his sudden appearance and almost hit the ground if he didn't catch her on time.“Be careful, missy. You might not be lucky next time," he said, holding tight with his strong hands.“Rowan? What are you doing here?" She asked, surprised to see him.“Came out for a run. I saw from the other side and decided to join you. Hope you don't mind me intruding your space," he said with a smile.“No, I don't. Us meeting out here is a coincidence." She detached herself from his grip that burned her
The night went slower than expected, Luna had to endure the long boring event while standing by her husband's side.Each time she looked up to the left side of the ballroom, she got a glimpse of the man she had talked to earlier.He had a woman by his side and she wondered if she was the person he had talked about.Whenever he noticed her gaze on him, she would quickly look away to avoid being caught.At midnight, the ball came to an end. Luna and Scott went back to their mansion located at the end of the military base. Since he was a General, A private house was gifted to him by his father.Once they got back to their house, Luna exited the car first and headed straight into the house. Scott followed her behind but stopped when she reached her room door. "Let's call it a night," she muttered, flashing a slight smile that didn't reach her eyes."Good night, agent Luna." He said, presuming that she was exhausted and decided to let her rest for the rest of the night.Luna entered her
Hi lovelies, I am so sick right now and barely able to do a thing. But I can't leave you guys hanging. Happy reading.•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Luna quickened her steps as she trudged through the hallway. She was aware of the person following her behind.Once she reached the end of the hall, she took a turn and waited for her stalker.The moment he cornered the same way she had gone through, Luna grabbed him by his shirt. But her stalker was swift enough to calculate her move, trapping against the wall.She gasped at the force he used to pin her on the wall.“Don't move, I won't hurt you," her stalker breathed against her ear. She jolted from his deep voice that sent a shiver down her spine.Just the touch of his strong hands made her feel weak on her knees. The hot feeling from before raptured inside her like a wild fire set ablaze.“What do you want from me?" she asked, getting overwhelmed by their position. Her back was pressed against his belt. Sh
Hi, everyone, I know you all have been waiting for an update. I have not been feeling too well and have been preoccupied with too much school work. I need to visit my doctor for a checkup and get treated. please I hope you all can bear with me. Thank you 🙏."Agent Luna, thank goodness you are finally here. We are in a tight situation right now. Please, we need you to dissolve the matter outside before the General arrives," a comrade from Luna's squad said.Luna strode over to the commotion happening outside."What is going on here?!" she yelled at the top of her voice and everyone went silent."You there," she pointed at one of them. "What's the problem?" she questioned, narrowing her eyes in an intimidating way.The comrade lady shuddered under her menacing gaze. Without hesitation, she narrated the situation to her."Ma, This woman keeps insisting to see the General. According to her, she has an affair with the General, which we all know is impossible!" Luna looked at the woman af