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ANNIKA'S POV“Where have you been? I've been looking for you everywhere...” Caspian whispered as he hugged me tight.His voice was full of concern, however, it only added to the pain I felt. His guilt made the pain and betrayal I felt even more defined. How odd that the warmth from his hug couldn't even comfort me now.I know I should be more understanding about this matter, but I just can't. Juliette needed him. She lost her consciousness. But was it enough reason for him to leave me there? Or forget about me?“Baby... please, I'm really sorry. I didn't mean to leave you there. I was just panicking —”“It’s okay. I understand,” I replied, cutting off his explanation. I nodded my head to convince him...or maybe, to convince myself that it was really okay.He stared at me intently, searching my eyes as if trying to examine whether I was telling the truth or not. I looked away because I couldn't stand the intensity of his stare. He knows me. He knows I am not okay with it. Even if I say
Wife In Contract CHAPTER THIRTY: FATE'S TRICKS
ANNIKA'S POV“Juliette...” he said in a hoarse voice.He quietly stood up, afraid he might wake me up. What he didn't know was that I am already awake. My eyes are still closed, but my senses are I awake. I can feel him moving, walking back and forth un frustration. I can hear his soft whispers as he talked to her.“I’m sorry, I can't come. My wife needs me here,” he said calmly.From where I was, I heard a loud, piercing shout from the other line. Caspian's gasped loudly, and his footsteps rattled. It was as if he was panicking over something important.“Stop that! Fuck, Elle, stop hurting yourself! The baby! Fine...Fine! I'm coming!” he whispered frustratedly.“Fuck!” he silently cursed. I can hear his footsteps as he walks around the room. I heard the rustling of his clothes as he changed it. He stopped on my side of the bed, and I heard him heave out a deep sigh. And then, he gently touched my forehead, softly caressing and stroking my hair. He planted a soft kiss on my forehead a
Wife In Contract CHAPTER THIRTY-ONE: SORRY
ANNIKA'S POV Each passing day becomes hard to bear. I'm trying so hard to understand our situation, but I always end up feeling like I'm in a competition. A competition of who's better, or who needed him the most. I missed the times when it was just the two of us. A moment that only the two of us shares...the joy of togetherness, the acts of love and those sweet cuddles after we make love. I missed those days when I sleep beside him at night, and I would wake up in his arms, entangled in a tight embrace. Now, my nights are cold and empty. Caspian is barely home, and if he is, it would only be a matter of time before Juliette calls him again. She was having a hard time. She needs complete bed rest, that's what the doctor said. He's there to take care of her, and sometimes, I feel envious of Juliette. I'm pregnant too, I wanted to say. I need him as much as he needed her, but he can't even make time for me. He couldn't even talk to me for long without Juliette interrupting our calls.
Wife In Contract CHAPTER THIRTY-TWO: SELFISH
ANNIKA'S POV Hearing his silence, I suddenly felt weak. I sat there unable to move and feeling so sorry for myself. I shouldn't have asked that, I know. I closed my eyes and breathed heavily, avoiding his gaze. I can't look at him without feeling mad about everything. I know he didn't mean for this to happen. However, it just doesn't change the fact that he has hurt me, despite the many times he promised me that he won't. I always say that I trust his words, but how far can I go without burning myself in the process? “I don't know what's happening anymore, Caspian. This isn't what you promised me...” I bellowed. Caspian slowly walked towards me. He closed his eyes in defeat. And slowly, he bent his knees to kneel down in front of me. “I know, baby...I know. You don't want to hear it, but I'm truly sorry for all the pain I caused you.” I looked away. I hate seeing him suffering for the choices he made. It pains me, as much as it pains him. “Did you even know I went for a check up
Wife In Contract CHAPTER THIRTY-THREE: WRONG REASONS
ANNIKA'S POV“What happened to you, Annika? Is everything alright?” Jade asked as soon as she opened her door to let me in.Instead of saying anything, I flung myself unto her and hugged her tight. Hot tears began rolling down my cheeks as I recalled what happened earlier... how Caspian left me because Juliette tried to kill herself. I don't know what to do anymore. I sobbed loudly on her shoulders, letting everything out of my heart as if it was the only way to take the pain away.I didn't want to spoil her night, but I just needed someone to talk to at the moment. Everything is weighing down on my heart. I know it's already late, but I was glad that she was home when I barged in without notice. I just felt the need to escape... or to run away from the place that reminds me of the emptiness in my heart. I hate looking at every corner of our house without being reminded of his presence.We had just made up, and here comes Juliette once again with her tricks and schemes that never faile
Wife In Contract CHAPTER THIRTY-FOUR: DRIFTING APART
ANNIKA'S POVI took a deep breath as I slowly opened the door to our penthouse. Hunter and Jade are going on a date, so I decided to go home instead. I didn't want to spoil their day. It would be too much. However, my shoulders fell when I realized that the house was deserted. There was no trace of Caspian anywhere — even in our room, a sign that he hasn't been home. I laughed bitterly. What did I expect? I doubt he even knew I was gone last night. If he knew, what would he do? Would he go out and find me? Would he come and fetch me?I was out of myself as I sat on the couch. The hours passed by so quickly, without me realizing it. Another day has passed, and yet, Caspian's still out.I have learned to accept it as the days and months passed. I finally stopped hoping that he would come home and prioritize me. I have come to realize that I shouldn't beg for his attention and time. If he choses her over us, then it's his loss. I realized that my baby's progress and health should be my p
Wife In Contract CHAPTER THIRTY-FIVE: CHOOSE
ANNIKA'S POV“Hi, fancy seeing you here,” Juliette greeted me with a smirk.Caspian looked at me, with his widening, guilty eyes. He gulped and tried to remove his hands from Juliette's grasp, but it was already too late. I was so lost for words as I watched them standing in front of me.My heart started racing as the pain engulfed it. I felt my world collapsing as my heart started breaking into millions of pieces. My eyes began watering, and my whole body was shaking. I can't even explain how broken I felt at the moment.I didn't know what to do, so I pushed the table forcefully and hastily stood up. I can't! I just wanna run away and forget everything I saw! I don't want to see them again!“Annika, wait!” Jade yelled as I started to step out of the restaurant. I heard her cursing loudly as she went to the counter to pay for our order, even though we won't be able to eat anymore. I continued walking fast, not bothering to look back...when suddenly, I felt Caspian's strong arms holdin
Wife In Contract CHAPTER THIRTY-SIX: RESPECT
ANNIKA'S POV“Baby...”I froze when I heard his voice. My eyes widened in surprise as I saw him standing in front of me. I didn't know he would come home today. Why is he here? I clutched my luggage tighter, as if by doing so, it would give me more strength to stand by my decision.Caspian's bloodshot eyes found mine, but I looked at him coldly.He closed our distance, and to my surprise, he bent down on his knees and begged. “Please...just give me a few more months. Please, baby...”My heart hammered in pain as I shook my head. I've given him enough time. I endured everything he did even if it kills me inside to know that he's with another woman. It kills me to know that he might have fathered another child. And yet, I have loved him...so much that I forgot about myself— my own happiness and my peace.I have loved him to the point that I willingly sacrificed my happiness...my needs for him to be with her. It pained me, but I was too in love with him to care. I thought it was just tem
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Wife In Contract EPILOGUE
CASPIAN'S POV It was a fine summer day, the warm breeze of air kissed our skin as the birds sing along with the melodious song playing in the backgroun. Everybody was dressed accordingly. The guests were chattering, exchanging their curious glances with each other. The beautiful and colorful flowers made the surrounding so magical -- enchanting, just like how I felt with her. I smiled as I watched her walking down the improvised aisle, along with Pachelbel's Canon D filling the place. I still coulnd't believe I'm getting married to her. . .again. I could still remember the very first time I saw her in my office. She was dressed like an old maid. She was always quiet and nervous around me, and I barely even look at her. She seemed too ordinary for me. And yet, something about her eyes caught my attention. She was aloof. Unlike my previous secretaries, Annika never tried to make advances on me. In the last years that she worked for me, she never looked at me as if I was someone inter
Wife In Contract CHAPTER EIGHTY-FIVE: PROUD OF YOU
CASPIAN’S POV When I was young, I used to believe that we had a perfect family. Many of our friends and relatives envied the kind of relationship my Mom shared with Dad. Yet, even as a child, I noticed the sadness hiding in Mom's eyes whenever she's alone. My mom was a beauty. Many tried to pursue her, but my Dad won her heart. Dad, was already a successful businessman, but my Mom came from a family of old riches. It was late for her to realize my father's true intentions. In front of everyone, my father painted a picture-perfect family, but no one knows the tears my mother cried when we're left alone at the house. I didn't understand it then. . .But when I saw a woman begging for my father's attention outside our mansion, my gut turned cold. Who was the woman? And most importantly, who was the child he was holding?The child looked a little older than me, but he was skinny. He was dressed poorly and he smelled like he hadn't taken a bath in a week. His eyes were almost deep with hu
Wife In Contract CHAPTER EIGHTY-FOUR: I LOVE YOU
ANNIKA'S POVI was up early this morning, watching the two handsome men in my life as they hugged each other tight. The warm golden rays of the sun are slowly creeping in, reminding me that it's a brand new day I should be thankful for. I stared at the boys, uttering a silent prayer to the one above for keeping us safe and bringing us back to each other again. I stared at them, unmoving, as I was afraid I'd lose them in the blink of an eye.Gently, I touched my son's cheek as if making sure he is really in front of me. And when I felt his soft skin on my fingers, a lump formed in my throat as the dreaded memories of the previous day haunted back my mand. I'd lose my sanity if anything happened to him. It will surely be the death of me. And again, I thanked the heavens for not allowing it to happen.Slowly, I got out of the bed, fixed myself and made my way into the kitchen to prepare our breakfast. I immersed myself into cooking while humming a happy tune. It's a day to celebrate. . .
Wife In Contract CHAPTER EIGHTY-THREE: A LONG DAY
ANNIKA'S POV "Annika!" "Baby!" Jade and Caspian shouted in unison as they rushed towards me, but I didn't falter. I remained kneeling in front of Aries, holding tight onto his pants as I begged for him to let go of my son. "Aries, please. . .don't hurt my son. He doesn't deserve all of this," I begged. I couldn't stop myself from crying. I felt so helpless. . .so useless! I can't save my own son. As Timmy looked down on me, my heart shattered, seeing the fear that's clearly written in his eyes. My heart broke as I watched him struggling to break free from Aries. The cops slowly backed down, repositioning themselves as they strategized on how to take down Aries. Juliette stood frozen to the ground as Aries began to walk backwards, still holding my son while pointing the gun on his head. "Everyone, don't move or I'll blow this child's head!" he warned. My eyes grew huge in fear! I cried so hard as I melted to the ground. Caspian reached out for me and pulled me back up.
Wife In Contract CHAPTER EIGHTY-TWO: POOR CHILD
ANNIKA'S POV I felt so anxious. It's been hours since Aries and Juliette took Timmy, yet we still haven't heard an update. Ms. Brown was sent home to rest. Her eyes were swollen from crying the whole afternoon. The management of the school also called to inform us about the repercussions of Ms. Brown's actions that put our son's life in danger. Caspian was pacing back and forth, his eyes couldn't hide the worry and anger that filled him. He was breathing harshly, and I can feel his growing impatience. It's already dark, we're tired, and yet, we couldn't afford to go home without any news about the whereabouts of our son. "I can't wait here anymore. I need to find my son!" he muttered angrily. "I'm coming with you," I stood up and ran to him. Just then, the police officers approached us. "We've already searched around the area, but there are no sightings of them. We've also put a lookout bulletin for them, and alerted the security of the nearby towns. They won't get far, we
Wife In Contract CHAPTER EIGHTY-ONE: WHERE'S OUR SON?
ANNIKA'S POVThe moment we left the hospital room, Caspian fell down on his knees. He looked so weak and vulnerable, his tears kept flowing down his already wet cheeks. His eyes held guilt, regret and most of all. . .pain. If only there was a way I could take it from him.Slowly, I bent my knees down and sat down in front of him, holding his face with my hands. I gently wiped his tears, hoping that I could wipe away his pain. I touched his cheek, resting my forehead against his and whispered, "Don't blame yourself, Caspian. Your feelings are valid. You were angry and hurt.""Still. . .I could have been the bigger person. I should have forgiven him a long time ago. I should have talked to him a long time ago. . ." he whispered regretfully.He was vile man. He has done so many terrible things to both us. He has hurt us in many ways. And yet. . .I couldn't find any reason not to forgive him. Those things that he did in the past were bound to happen. I never understood it before, but look
Wife In Contract CHAPTER EIGHTY: FORGIVE
ANNIKA'S POV"Be good, okay?" I instructed Timmy as we dropped him off to school."Yes, Mommy," he replied."We'll come back for you later," Caspian said.Timmy chirped happily as he went inside their classroom to play with his classmates. We stayed for a few moments, and I couldn't help but shed a tear seeing him enjoying his class. I couldn't actually believe that I'm here now. . .that I'm witnessing this moment that I once thought would never happen in my life."Are you okay?" Caspian asked."Yes, I am. I'm just a little overwhelmed. I honestly thought I'd never get to experience this," I said softly.Caspian pulled me to his side and kissed my temple. I closed my eyes in oblivion. I could feel the loud beating of his heart or the harsh breaths he take as he hugged me tight."And I never thought I could do this with you again. Let's go? We have an important appointment," he saidWe left the school to go to the police station to ask for an update. The cases have been filed by Caspia
Wife In Contract CHAPTER SEVENTY-NINE: GLAD
ANNIKA'S POVI took a deep breath and stared into the wall. Caspian was hugging me from behind, our naked bodies covered under a warm blanket. I could feel his warm breath on my neck while his right hand was stroking my shoulders, trying to put me to sleep. But I couldn't.It dawned on me -- what happened at the restaurant. I couldn't forget how mad Juliette was and I got a feeling that something might happen. My heart raced at the thought, and soon, worry and fear crept into my heart."What's the matter, Annika?" Caspian asked softly.I turned around to face him. He was looking at me intently, his eyes were filled with genuine concern. I took another deep breath. I couldn't explain how I feel."I don't know, Caspian. I just feel like something's bound to happen--"Caspian tightened his embrace, pulling me closer to his body before planting a soft kiss on my head, making me stop talking."Nothing's going to happen, baby. I won't allow anything to happen. They will pay for everything,
Wife In Contract CHAPTER SEVENTY-EIGHT: CONSUMED
ANNIKA’S POV I closed my eyes, wrapping my arms around his nape as he deepened the kiss. His right hand fell onto the small of my back, holding me closer to his body. He licked my lips and gently nibbled it, provoking an entrance. And when I parted my lips, he immediately slipped his tongue through my mouth. I gasped as he kissed me fervently, tasting every corner of my mouth while his hand began stroking my back in an erotic manner. A soft moan escaped my lips when I felt his hand gently squeezing my bottom. “C-Caspian. . .” I moaned his name. It's been a long time since I felt this kind of sensation. The way his hands expertly moved around my body, leaving each spot tingling with a delicate sensation and igniting a fire in me. I felt feverish, my mouth gaped open as I arched my neck to accommodate his sweet lips. “Ooohhh,” I moaned again when he sucked on my neck, gently nibbling on it. Caspian showered my neck with soft, feathery kisses. I felt myself melting under his tou
