“ You're hurting me, let go of me,” I begged as he kept pulling me by the hand. Getting to his room, he nearly threw me ahead of him making me fall.
“ This is a misunderstanding,” I tried explaining. “ I am the victim, not what you think,” I tried to reason with him.
“ Of course you are. You always are,” he said taking off his shirt. “ Strip,” he ordered. I stood there in shock and confusion.
“ Didn't you hear me? I said S-T-R-I-P, ” he broke it down. Before I could oppose his command, he helped me rip my clothes off before pinning me to the wall.
“ You're my property and I'm not the type to share even if the property is scrap,” he said kissing my neck. “ Maybe I didn't mark out my territory. I should probably do it tonight,” his hands were everywhere as he bit my neck and sucked unto it making me gasp.
“ From now on, whenever you're going out, put on the ring,” he instructed. “ But first, I need to teach you a lesson you won't forget soon,” he kissed me passionately as his life depended on it. I knew he wouldn't let me sleep tonight until he had exhausted every ounce of me.
* * * *
Months later
Mia's POV
I woke up early in the morning to make breakfast for Azek, even getting his suit ready before he gets up. I wanted him to give me another chance even if I wasn't exactly sure of what I had done to him to make him hate me so much.
“ Madam Mel, please don't tell Azek that I'm the one that made breakfast for him,” I pleaded with her. He wouldn't even bother looking at it if he knew.
“ I understand what you mean,” she agreed to help out. I let out a sigh, maybe everything would turn out right if I kept trying.
“ Maybe I should wake him up?” I asked nervously. I wasn't sure he would like me doing that but on the other hand, I wanted to do things with him that couples would do.
“ I'm not sure I remember asking you to or giving you the permission to,” Azek who I hadn't known was here said. His icy voice sent shivers down my spine, I shuddered in fear.
“ Erm... I just didn't want you to sleep in,” I mumbled.
“ Have I ever slept in before?” He scoffed as he came down the stairs and walked into the living room with his hands in his pocket. “ Just because you woke up a little bit earlier than I did doesn't mean I'm gonna sleep in,” he glared at me. I should have thought out what I said properly before saying anything. I knew Azek hated when anyone looked at him like he was incompetent and neglecting his duties. I didn't mean to imply that but I ended up doing just that.
“ Sir, that's not what she means at all. She obviously meant no harm so please don't take it to heart,” Madam Mel intervened seeing how broken I was.
“ The last thing that could occupy my mind is her,” he spat out and I shattered into a million pieces. Why was he always this cruel to me?
“ Erm... Why don't you have breakfast?” Madam Mel suggested. He looks at Madam Mel before glancing over at me and then back at her.
“ I made breakfast,” she assured and he sat down to eat. I heaved a sigh of relief as he ate the food, he had no complaints meaning he liked it.
Once he was done eating, he left the house as quietly as he came downstairs. He prioritized his work more than anything else.
“ I better head out too,” I excused myself.
“ Don't overwork yourself, you've been putting in a lot of effort,” she felt bad for me but I didn't think there was any need for that, I would rekindle the relationship between I and Azek no matter what, that I was sure of.
“ I won't, I promise,” I beamed before heading upstairs to get ready.
Work was as monotic as usual and after that day lover boy as Lizzy would call him, was dragged out, he has never shown up again which was something I was grateful for.
“ Is it just me or are your sleep bags getting more intimidating?” Lizzy had been staring at me for half and hour now.
“ Tell me about it,” I grunted. Recently, I've been feeling a lot dizzier and nauseous. It was beginning to irritate me.
“ Maybe you should take some time off. Something like a day off or mini vac,” she said.
“ I'm fine, Lizzy. We can consider that later on,” Azek would torment if I were to sit at home in the name of being sick. The last thing I wanted to face is his wrath.
“ You're such a kill joy,” she pouted.
“ Welcome to TessMart, how can I be of help?” I beamed at a customer who had come to the counter to inquire about a certain product. Minutes and hours flew by and my face had begun to ache from smiling too much.
“ Are you alright, Mia?” Lizzy scanned with a very worried. I was holding on to my head as I felt a bit dizzy. Maybe I truly needed to rest a bit.
“ You don't have to worry about me,not even one bit and I promise I'll be fine. It's just a mild headache,” I reassured.
“ I still think we should do something about this, like going to the doctor. You've acting strangely for the past few days now,” Lizzy was good at observation so it was hard to keep things a secret from her.
“ I told you already, I'm fine. I'm going to help out with the goods that need to be taken out of the storage,” I excused myself not giving her a chance to complain.
As I helped with the boxes from the storage, I felt my stomach tighten like a bad cramp making me flinch. I tried my best to suppress the pain but it was like the more I tried to suppress it, the more the pain tripled.
“ Ugh,” I grunted lowly in pain and then my vision became blurry making it hard for me to differentiate between things or be sure of what was happening.
“ Mia!” Lizzy's voice came alongside the sound of a poorly tuned mic, screeching through the air as I lost consciousness.
I woke up to the sound of quiet talks, my eyes flickering as I fought hard to open them. Once they were open, all I saw was white. Where was I?
“ Mia, you're awake?” Lizzy's voice came. She sounded relieved.
“ What happened?” I spoke in a soft voice.
“ Ms. Mendez, you fell unconscious but it's nothing to worry about. It's actually good news just that you should take care of yourself better by resting more. You also need to stop putting on heels that could strain you,” he advised.
“ What's going on with me, doc?” I inquired as I sat upright.
“ You're four months pregnant, Ms. Mendez. Congratulations,” he smiled as he announced. For a second my heart stopped as I got overwhelmed by the news and the excitement that came with it. I didn't know how to react.
“ Oh my gosh, Mia! You're going to be a mom? I'm so happy for you, I think I might even be more excited,” she was hyperactive at this point. I covered my mouth with my hands as tears escaped my eyes. It was like everything was favouring me at this point, maybe this was all I needed to win Azek’s heart. I've heard that babies sometimes spark up the love between a couple after all, they are mostly the results of the couple love.
Looking down at my round belly that now carried Azek’s baby, I rubbed and caressed it. We were finally going to be a family like I've always dreamed. A time ago I thought this was never possible but here I am, joy would be an understatement. I lived for this moment, I would love him or her whole heartedly. I promise to protect you,my unborn baby.
Over my now alive or dead body would I allow any form of harm come close to you, i live to protect you, i breath to protect you , no matter who or what comes our way.
Mia's POVI got back home early from work purposefully just to prepare dinner for Azek. I would give him the good news over dinner. I obviously felt a bit nervous since I wasn't exactly sure how he would react to the news given that he currently hates me but still, I don't think Azek would ever hurt his child. “ Madam Mel, I want to use candles and candleholders tonight,” I informed her. “ I already sent some maids to prepare it,” she was quick on her feet. “ But now, I'm sorta curious as to the reason for this good mood you're in today,” she pried in a way a mother would. “ It's nothing really. I just want to talk to Azek about something, you'll find out eventually,” I scratched my head.“ If you say so,” she chuckled.Once everything was set, I sat on the dining table checking the time every five minutes. He should be here by now, what was taking him so long? “ It's been thirty minutes past the regular time he should have been back,” I mumbled to myself. “ Ma
Mia's POV"Are you sure you want to take this job?" Lilian asked me as I packed the suitcases and luggage into the car booth."I'm sure Lillian, the money is way better than what I can earn here in five years. You know I've always wanted to give the twins a better life." I said to her and she shook her head. "I know but, I'm just saying. You are leaving your position as the top chef in one of the fast-rising five-star hotels to go and be a resident chef in one rich man's house. Well, I don't see that as progress." Lillian continued to complain while I just continued to pack my stuff."Well, that is very encouraging of you to say," I said and she sighed deeply, she came to me and then hugged me from behind me."I'm going to miss you, do you have to go?" She asked me and I nodded my head. "Yes you know I have been wanting a better job, you don't have to worry. Once we are settled over there, you will come over and visit us." I said to her and she pretended to be sad. "I'm really sad
Mia's POV I didn't even realize we were far along, I guess the house is so close to the airport or I was just too deep in thought. I alighted from the car and a sense of familiarity washed through her. It was as though I had been here before, I don't know why but I can see myself being here before. It must be because I've been here for so long, it's safe to say I was missing home. The twins alighted from the car as well and it was obvious that they were amazed by what they just saw. They can't seem to get over the magnificent mansion."This is huge mummy, are we going to be living here from now henceforth?" Lewis was the one that asked and I giggled."Well yes, baby. We are going to live here from now henceforth but, we won't stay here in the main house. We will be staying at the boy's quarter, can you please lead us to the place where we will be staying? My boys and I had a long flight and we are so tired." I said to the driver that brought us after I had answered Lewis. According
Mia's POV "Hi, I'm Mia Mendez," I said as I was overwhelmed, I get this a lot from where I'm coming from. But I didn't think someone would know me this well to be starstruck over here."Oh please! I already know who you are, you don't need to say it to me. I enjoy watching you so much and I'm really glad I will be working for you. When the boss said I would be working for the new chef, I didn't know you would be the one. I have all your cooking magazines and recipes in my room." She said giggling like a little child, one could tell that she was so excited and nervous at the same time."I feel so flattered honestly, thank you for loving all that I do. Looks like you and I are going to be friends." I said to her and I can swear that she was almost crying. I could see her face turn red and I became nostalgic as well. I will get used to it, since one of the maids already knows who I am, I'm guessing all the other ones know who I am as well."Really? This is one of the best days of my lif
Azek's POVI sat back on the office chair as I patiently waited for the meeting to be wrapped up. The person doing the presentation needs to be fast with the whole thing or I might just be forced to fire him. I have no idea what he's even saying as I have not been listening to anything that's been said."Mr Ford! Mr Ford!!" I heard my name being called and I jolted back to reality. I had no idea what he was saying before now, I looked up and my eyes met his. He quickly looked down trying not to look at me, he must have been really scared for his life."Just wrap up the meeting so we can leave this place. I'm sure we all have something to get back to, don't we?" I asked and they all nodded their heads and some of them answered me. Finally, the meeting was over and I was the first person to leave the conference hall, my assistant followed me trying to keep up with me. I have no idea why I'm this nervous but I really can't help it no matter how much I try.I got to my office and sat down
"Are you sure you the boys will be okay here on their own?" She asked me and I nodded my head. "Yes the boys will be fine, you don't need to worry about them. We will be back soon right?" I asked her and she nodded her head."Yes, we just need to introduce everyone to you and then you can also use the opportunity to see the picture of the boss and then you can see what I'm talking about." She said and I felt scared a little bit."Are you for real? He frowns even in pictures as well?" I asked her and nodded her head."Well, I guess I'm going to have to see for myself then," I said and we both laughed out loud. We got to the main house and we passed through the kitchen, the maids were all waiting for me. I felt a little bit overwhelmed as I saw everyone staring at me with so much admiration. I just didn't know how to feel or react to what I was seeing. "Welcome to our mansion Chef Mendez, we are so glad to have you here in our house. I can't wait to have a taste of your mouth-watering
Azek's POV As soon as I stepped out of my car, I felt uneasy. I have been rehearsing in my head the things I'm going to say to Mia as soon as I come face-to-face with her. I have no idea how she's going to react to all of this, she's going to freak out for sure when she knows I'm the one who hired her. I just hope I have good enough excuses and things to say to stop her from hating me so much."Boss, you are not moving. Is anything the problem at all?" My driver was the one who asked me and I jolted back to reality. I didn't even know I had been standing in a spot for so long. "It's nothing, I was just thinking about something," I said and made my way into the house as I took each step. My leg became heavy and I was practically dragging my feet with me. This is just so bad and I hope I'm able to handle this well enough. I made my way into the sitting room and the aroma that enveloped me was simply out of this world. I had no idea that something could smell this good. Is it because
Mia's POV I made my way to the apartment, I almost lost my way but I was able to find my way, especially as it's the second building in the compound. Immediately my mind fled to the things I heard the maids say, I began to wonder if they meant what they said or if it was all jokes.I shook the thought of my mind, I should not be lingering so much on it. It's not good for me, I opened the door and made my way to the room. Lewis and Liam were already asleep, and the maid watching over them already slept off as well. I walked over to the couch she was lying on and tapped her on the shoulder, she must be quite tired."Chef Mendez," she jolted up and quickly stood up. I can see she feels embarrassed that I found her in such a spot, I smiled at her making her feel relaxed. "I'm sorry for dozing off, I was just reading them bedtime stories. I don't even know how it happened, I'm sorry. Please don't report me to the boss, he will fire me once he finds out I did something like this." She sai