Evelyn stormed into Kaira’s house, her face full of anger. Had she told Kaira she was coming? No, she hadn’t. Kaira had been enjoying a peaceful morning until James, her butler, informed her that Evelyn was at the door. Amused, Kaira had a good idea why her sister was there, though she pretended not to.“Good morning, sister,” Kaira greeted in her usual teasing tone. She even stood up to hug Evelyn, but Evelyn pushed her away. Smirking, Kaira sat back down and picked up her coffee. “What’s wrong, Evelyn? Why are you so angry and showing up in my house so early?” she asked, clearly enjoying herself.“You’re awful,” Evelyn spat, her hands clenched into fists.Kaira raised an eyebrow and placed her cup back on the table. “Awful? Me?” she replied, pretending to be offended.“You’ve got Sebastian wrapped around your finger, but you’re still after Julian. That’s why you’re trying to ruin my marriage!” Evelyn shouted.Kaira didn’t look bothered at all. Instead, she tilted her head and said,
Kaira and Sebastian arrived home at dawn, the earlier excitement of her time with Nora replaced by an awkward silence. The ride back had been so quiet she could hear every little sound, and though Sebastian had a faint smile on his face, she could feel the tension between them. It made her uneasy, like she was walking on eggshells.Once home, Sebastian moved through their shared space with an air of detachment, his silence gnawing at her. The emotional distance stung, and Kaira’s chest tightened with sadness.“Are you mad at me?” she finally asked, breaking the silence as she watched him take off his suit. Without looking at her, he replied with a sly tone, “No, princess. I’m just thinking about how to show you how much you mean to me in a way you won’t forget.” Her cheeks flushed at his teasing words, and she bit her lip before standing and walking over to him. Wrapping her arms around his back, she rested her head against him. “I’m sorry, Seb,” she said softly. Sebastian smile
“I’ve got nothing to do at the office, Seb,” Kaira whined, crossing her arms as Sebastian insisted she come along. “You and I both know you won’t let me do much as your secretary. I hate feeling like I didn’t get this job on my own merit.” She tried to reason with him, frustration evident in her tone.“You don’t need to worry about that, princess,” Sebastian replied smoothly, grasping her hand and pulling her up from the bed. “You’ve got the skills for this job—you’re smart and more than capable.”Kaira narrowed her eyes at him. “Are you going to promise to let me do my job properly? And no funny business in the office, Seb. We’ll keep it professional. If you can agree to that, I’ll take the position.”Sebastian tilted his head, his lips curling into a teasing smirk as he wrapped an arm around her waist. “Hmm… I can’t make any promises about not bending you over my desk, but I’ll try.”“Sebastian!” Kaira groaned, shaking her head in exasperation, though amusement danced in her eyes.“
News of Sebastian employing his wife, Kaira, as his secretary spread through the company like wildfire. While most employees found the arrangement charming, primarily women who had entertained fantasies of becoming his mistress were furious to see her working there. That weekend, Kaira decided to visit her family with Sebastian, who accompanied her. As he drove them to her family’s house, his hand found its way to her exposed thigh, idly stroking her skin while his eyes remained on the road. “You’re awfully touchy, Mr. Ashford,” Kaira remarked, attempting to ignore the tingling sensation his fingers left behind or the way they seemed to creep higher beneath her skirt, distracting her from scrolling on her phone. “And you, my dear, are quite responsive,” Sebastian replied, clearly noticing her discomfort but feigning innocence. Kaira shut her eyes and bit her lip, exhaling sharply as his fingers brushed the edge of her underwear, all while he kept his eyes fixed on the road ahead
“Why don’t you have any interest in my father’s company?” Kaira asked, her tone curious. “I mean, my father’s company is influential too. Not as powerful as yours, but still...” She trailed off, recalling how Mathias had asked her to convince Sebastian to consider a partnership. Sebastian smirked, his hands resting on her waist as she straddled him. “Are you trying to convince me, princess?” he teased, his voice laced with amusement. “Of course not!” Kaira rolled her eyes. “That’s the last thing I’d want. Asking you to partner with them would be like handing them a golden ticket after all the cruelty they’ve shown me. I was just curious what makes you so uninterested in the company?” Sebastian’s expression turned serious. “Knowing your father took over the company that should have rightfully been yours disqualifies him from working under me. Besides,” he added with a cold edge to his voice, “your father is a very corrupt businessman.” Kaira blinked, her curiosity piqued. “Corr
Mathias's face lit up as sat on his office desk. "I sealed the deal, Kaira. Ashford has agreed to partner with us," he announced triumphantly. Kaira sitting in front of him gave him a faint smile, a calculated gesture masking the growing exhaustion she felt from pretending to care about her family’s ambitions.“You’ve finally done something worthwhile for the family,” he continued, oblivious to the lack of warmth in her response. “This decision will make them see you in a better light.”No thanks, no acknowledgment. just entitlement, as always. Kaira’s lips curved into a sardonic smile as he carried on, speaking as though it was her duty to serve him.“It’s fine, Father,” she said, her tone calm but distant. “Like you’ve always said, family helps one another.”She wanted this conversation over as quickly as possible. Being summoned to the company, a place she hadn’t set foot in since childhood only reminded her of why he was keeping her close. The office wasn’t nearly as grand as Ashf
“Happy one-month anniversary, princess,” Sebastian murmured, his hands possessively wrapping around Kaira’s waist as he leaned in to peck her lips. She smiled warmly, returning the gesture with a lingering kiss. “Happy one-month anniversary to you too—and happy birthday, baby,” she replied softly, pulling back just enough to meet his gaze. It had only been a month since they got married, yet it felt like they had been together forever, their bond deep and unwavering.“Thank you, Princess. I have a present for you,” Sebastian said, stepping back from their embrace. Kaira raised an eyebrow, her lips curving into a playful smile. “Seb, it’s your birthday, not mine,” she teased, watching as he turned to the wardrobe. He retrieved something wrapped in a gift box and quickly hid it behind his back, igniting her curiosity.“What are you hiding?” she asked, moving closer in an attempt to catch a glimpse.“You’re being sneaky, Princess,” he chuckled, evading her attempts to peek. “It’s a surpr
Kaira stood in the hospital emergency room, arms crossed as she glanced nervously at the doors leading to the ER. Sebastian sat in the waiting area, his face unreadable, though his tense posture said everything. She silently hoped Julian would be okay. He might be a terrible person, but she didn’t want him dead—especially not because of Sebastian.The tense silence broke as Evelyn rushed into the hospital with the rest of the Blackwood family close behind. “Where is he?” she demanded sharply. Kaira had called them as a courtesy, letting them know Julian had been brought to the hospital after he passed out.“He’s in the ER,” Kaira said quietly, avoiding Evelyn’s sharp glare.“What happened?” Mathias asked, his eyes darting between Kaira and Sebastian. He looked confused to see both of them here, with Julian in such a state.Sebastian finally spoke, his voice calm but cold. “I beat him up,” he said flatly, showing no hint of regret.“What?” Evelyn and Mathias said at the same time, thei
“Hello, Everyone. My name is Julian Stone. You all probably know me. I’m the Director of Blackwood company.” Julian’s voice echoed around the hall, different broadcasting stations were present, wanting to get the first hand information.The press conference the Blackwood family had discussed was held today with the family press watching him intently while nodding their head in approval in what he had just said. “There’s been alot of chaos because of what happened the past week, putting the Blackwood company in a tight spot and I sincerely apologize for that.” He continued looking at Evelyn as they both shared a smile for a brief moment having rehearsed his words before looking back at the camera. “Firstly, I will love to address the scandal that broke out between I, and my sister in law, Kaira Blackwood. Yes it is true I did everything that was said about me and I sincerely apologize for it. Honestly I was under the influence of alcohol that night because our team had a party that d
“Don’t open your eyes until I tell you to, princess,” Sebastian ordered as he freed his hands from Kaira’s eyes.“Alright, boss,” she responded sarcastically, smiling as she anticipated the surprise. She was blindfolded, and Sebastian had driven them from the house to a secret location. He had covered her eyes with his hands when they got out of the car, claiming she might see through the blindfold.Sebastian backed away, standing in front of her with a key in his hand. He pulled it from his suit pocket and jiggled it in front of her. “You may open your eyes now,” he whispered.“I’m blindfolded, remember?” she said with a laugh. He chuckled as he moved to remove the thin cloth covering her eyes.Kaira adjusted to the light, blinking after having her eyes shut for so long. The first thing she noticed was the key he held up close to her face, gleaming under the sunlight. Her expression turned to confusion and curiosity as she took the key from him.“What is this for, Seb?” she asked, ar
"I've got a surprise for you," Sebastian murmured, a small smile tugging at his lips as his fingers played lazily with Kaira’s hair. They were lying on the bed, Kaira straddling his thigh, the intimacy of their conversation weaving through the quiet of the room.Kaira’s lips curved into a playful smile as she turned to face him. "You really need to stop spoiling me, Seb." Her tone was teasing, but the flicker of curiosity in her eyes betrayed her interest."And if I stop, who else would take care of my princess?" he replied, his voice warm and rhetorical.She chuckled softly before asking, "So, what’s this surprise, baby?" Her excitement was clear, her gaze bright with anticipation.Sebastian smirked knowingly. "You’ll see tomorrow.""Sebastian!" she exclaimed in mock annoyance, her hand lightly slapping his chest. "Why tell me you have a surprise if you don’t plan to show me right now?" A small pout formed on her lips as she glared at him.He chuckled, enjoying her playful frustratio
Julian showed up in court, just as Sebastian had planned. Mathias hadn’t responded, proving he was too greedy to let go of the contract. But Mathias had no idea he was walking right into Sebastian’s trap. Sebastian handed Julian a bill for $20 million—a ridiculous amount meant to force the Blackwoods, desperate to avoid scandal, to pay. The case had turned public opinion in Kaira’s favor, and the media now saw her as the true victim. People even dug up Julian’s past, uncovering his relationship with Kaira, his later marriage to Evelyn, and how the family had ignored Kaira for years.“Please, Kaira, lower the bill,” Mathias begged over the phone. He had already asked her to drop the case, but she refused.“I won’t, Mr. Blackwood,” Kaira replied firmly. “I’ve told you what I need. Pay up, or I’ll make sure Julian goes to jail. I doubt you’d want that, would you?” Her tone was sharp, full of satisfaction. She remembered begging them for basic needs once, and they never listened.“Why are
Claudia returned from Sebastian’s home, her heart pounding with the weight of her actions. She prayed silently that neither Mathias nor Evelyn would uncover her schemes. Entering the house cautiously, she attempted to slip into her room unnoticed but froze when she found Evelyn standing in front of her door.“Why are you sneaking around, Mother? What have you done this time?” Evelyn asked, arms crossed. Her mind was already preoccupied with solving the problem surrounding Julian, and the last thing she needed was another complication.Claudia feigned irritation, masking her fear. “What?! Why would you assume I’ve done anything wrong, Evelyn?”Evelyn smiled knowingly, she could tell her mother was lying. Years of scheming with her mother had made her an expert in recognizing Claudia’s lies. “I don’t know, Mother. Why don’t you enlighten me?” Evelyn pressed, her tone serious.Claudia gulped but quickly masked her nervousness with indignation. “You have no right to interrogate me like th
“Nice to have you, Mrs. Blackwood,” Sebastian said with a stoic expression, his piercing gaze fixed on Claudia. It was a Saturday, and he was home when his mother-in-law unexpectedly called, insisting on checking up on them. Oddly, she’d first asked if Kaira was around, which immediately raised his suspicions. The lawsuit was only two days away, and he couldn’t shake the feeling that Claudia was here to convince him to drop it. “Oh, please, no need to be so formal, Sebastian. We’re family, aren’t we?” she replied with a chirpy tone, settling onto the couch as though she owned the place. Sebastian offered her a faint, sarcastic smile. “Yes, of course we are. What can I offer you?” he asked politely, standing in front of her like a sentinel. “Juice, preferably,” she answered, her eyes darting around the room like a thief surveying a target. She was clearly verifying his earlier claim that Kaira wasn’t home. And she wasn’t—Kaira had gone shopping with Nora after being persistently
“Mrs. Ashford, you have a visitor,” Butler James announced, his tone as formal as ever.Kaira raised a brow, curious about who would visit her unannounced. She had been laying low for the past two days, avoiding the outside world since her last visit to the Ashford estate. She was determined not to be the cause of Sebastian losing everything he had worked so hard to build. Despite Sebastian’s insistence on keeping her at the company, Kaira was equally resolute about stepping away. The internet buzz surrounding the scandal had died down slightly, though whispers still lingered.“It’s Mr. Stone, in particular,” Butler James clarified.Kaira’s expression darkened instantly. Julian Stone. She hadn’t wanted to see his face ever again, not after everything he’d done. Yet, on second thought, her curiosity got the better of her. Why had he come all the way here?“Let him in,” she said, her voice cold and detached. Turning her attention back to the television, she sipped her wine, pretending n
Julian was still recovering from the wounds he had sustained, but his heart was filled with hatred for Sebastian for putting him in such state, while also hating himself for allowing his wants surpass his mental reasoning to have harassed Kaira like that. He stared at the news which was headline, while he wanted Kaira all to himself, the news did him no good, because it was ruining his own reputation. He suspected Sebastian was the one who created such frenzy news so as to ruin him. “You see were all your crazy has landed you right?” Evelyn snapped angrily as she entered the room, holding a file in her hand. She was already over the edge because of headline news which was ruining Julian and Kaira’s reputation while skyrocketing hers and Sebastian’s. She won’t have cared about it if it were only Kaira involved but with Julian now in it, she wanted to clear the mess as soon as possible. “What do you want now?” He spat out, placing his phone down by the side table close to the bed. E
“Wake up, princess.” Sebastian whispered tapping Kaira who lay on the bed. He had just returned from work to find her asleep. There was no doubt she was tired from the whole stress and everything going on in her relationship with Sebastian. Kaira stirred awake, rubbing the sleep off her eyes as she stared at Sebastian now fully awake. “Sebastian.” She called out with a small smile as she sat up from the bed. She had glanced at the clock every one minute, waiting for him to return so they could finally talk. She had fallen asleep while trying to wait for his return so she could ease the turmoil in her heart. “Where you waiting for me, princess?” He asked casually, as though he had not snapped at earlier that day, while Kaira was happy he was back to his usual self as it seemed she also wondered if he couldn’t turn to a different person whenever they had a slight dispute. She took a good look at him to see he was dressed in his casual wear, seemingly ready to go out. Was he running