PERCIVALI was livid. So much so that my fingers finally curled into a fist. Veins popped out on my arms and neck. But Helena was too busy unbuttoning my shirt to notice all that. Her lips touched my collarbone, and her hands crawled on my chest. It was a challenge to keep my breathing steady when every part of me was aching to know that my wife and children were safe--to hold them close and feel them breathe. But I took on that challenge for them. To save them, I must first save myself. Helena was nothing but a big distraction that I plan to properly get rid of later. I ignored her and kept my eyes fixated on the fingers I could finally move."You know, I have a better idea," she whispered into my ear. "I think you'd start listening to me when I give you a son that's yours. You might even find it easier to forgive me if I carry your child."My gaze shot back at her. Despicable. I would've given her a scoff if I wasn't planning to trick her into thinking that the drug was still in fu
We've been married for four years. Four years of trying to be a wife that he will learn to love. Four years and we're still waiting for a child.During the first two years of our marriage, we spent most of our time and attention on the company. When we entered our third year, we tried again but when I didn't conceive, we didn't give much thought to it. After all, we were always busy.However, these past few weeks I noticed how he became distant. I was aware that he doesn't love me as much as I love him, but this time around, I can feel him slipping farther away from me.I'm guessing that he's becoming impatient with waiting for our child, for his heir.My thoughts were interrupted when Cadmus entered the kitchen. He glanced at me before proceeding to the fridge."Cadmus, where are you going?" I asked when I noticed that he was in a suit.I wasn't aware that he's going somewhere today. Does he even plan to tell me?"Business meeting,"
The night was a lot colder than usual. Perhaps it’s because I am sleeping alone in our bed. I did not bother going after Cadmus, even though I was hoping he would return. I fell asleep with the conversation I had with my brother still stuck in my mind. When morning arrived, I felt as if my body hadn't had a chance to rest. I was still tired and wanted to stay in bed. I slowly sat up and looked at the large window beside our bed. The sunshine sips through the curtains, giving light to half of the room. My gaze was drawn to the empty side of the bed, which made my chest tighten. I went to the bathroom to do my usual morning routine. After taking a warm shower, I wore my bathrobe and went to the kitchen for breakfast. I wasn’t in the mood to get dressed yet. I barely ate dinner last night because I kept thinking about Cadmus. When I got to the kitchen, my husband was already there. He was sippin
My face remained blank when I arrived at Salazar Corp. But I was beyond irritated. It was not a surprise that I was already late for the meeting. I didn’t bother attending anymore. I went straight to my office as I waited for Cadmus to be done with it. So, he can finally explain his decision to me.I’m not even aware of the important matters he was talking about; Was it about his family? Why did he not just tell me instead of referring to them as ‘something important’.Is he going to meet up with Minty?I shook my head to dismiss the thought. He said it was important, but I'm pretty sure that girl isn't important enough for him to reschedule the meeting just so he can meet her.My secretary entered my office as I was working on my laptop. I noticed how she avoided making eye contact when I looked at her.“Uhm… Ma’am, the meeting is over,” she informed me.I nodded and stood up. I
"Cadmus..." His name slipped out of my lips when I saw him lying on his stomach beside me. Cadmus already has a white shirt on. He used his arm as a pillow, while his head is facing me.The sides of my lips slightly curved as I ran my fingers over his cheeks. I will hold onto the affections I've received from him last night. I just wish that he would show it more often.My nightgown brushed against my skin as I sauntered toward the window-pane that was hidden behind the thin curtains.My hand reached for the side of the curtain and pulled it to uncover the window. My eyes roamed the landscape before they went back to my husband who was still asleep in our bed. A soft smile crept to my face as I remembered how gentle his touches were.Feeling him touch my bare skin made me realize how much I longed for it. Even my heart has felt the way he caressed every part of me.The worries I had started to wither; At least the fear of losing him and marriage wa
I turned to face the direction of the voice I heard and instantly muttered the person's name."Percival?"He stared at me with a blank expression on his face. His eyes were still the same dark brown ones yet enticing. He had double eyelids, obvious eyelashes, and he will look at you as if you're some inanimate object. Percival also had a chiseled jawline, and his hair was almost always a little messy but brushed back. He had a body that matched his almost perfectly sculpted face. I can see why most women would throw themselves at him even with the cold aura he has."How are you? I won't ask how your company is doing because I already know the answer," I asked in an attempt to avoid an awkward encounter."I see that you're keeping a close eye on my company. I didn't expect anything less from you anyway." He went to my side and leaned his back against the marble railings.I turned around to return to my position earlier."Of course, you entert
"Excuse me." I could feel my heart hammering against my chest as I lifted myself up from my seat.How could he say that?I have never felt more embarrassed. The heaviness I felt was too much to carry; I might even drop to the floor because of it. My mind went blank, and all these unwanted emotions overran my chest as I walked through the hallways.Just like that, the dinner that was supposed to celebrate my success went downhill. With me leaving, it is already as good as over."Katalina."My ears rang when I heard Cadmus' voice. How could he mention my name after making me feel so low? Like I have no value if I can't give him a child. Is that all I am to him? Just a woman that's supposed to give him a child and nothing more? Not a wife or a mother to his children? And when I can't give him one, I have no place in his life?Was that all a woman is made for? To cater to a man's desires and needs?I either stand equal to a
"Katalina," Percival slightly raised his voice to earn my attention. I do not know how many times he called me. But by the look he was giving me, I guess he did it more than twice."Hmm?""You don't seem well. What's bothering you?" he asked."I don't think I want to talk about it." My gaze dropped to the table. It was embarrassing. How can I tell anyone about it?When I noticed that he fell silent, I looked up to see why. It was evident in his face that he did not like my answer. But, his head still slowly nodded."I understand. But, don't keep it all to yourself for too long.""Why did you come? We aren't friends anymore so, why did you come?"His eyes went down, then one side of his lips slightly curved upward. "It was you who decided to cut me off. I never stopped caring for you, nor will I ever will.""I did that because I chose Cadmus.""I don't care about that. You can choose him over and over.