All Chapters of The Business of Love: Our Contract Marriage : Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

“You have been crying a lot lately, I am baffled,” Sean said looking surprised but Alan ignored him.“Bro, what's the problem?” “I accused Ashley of removing her birth control because she wanted to get pregnant to tie me down, now the doctor called telling me that she needs to come and remove it so it doesn't affect the baby” He paused, shaking his head.“So you mean she hasn't removed it?” Sean asked while Alan nodded.“Bro I messed up” He dragged his hair, looking frustrated. “Alan calm down” “Calm down?, do you know what I have done to Ashley, I starved her, and gave her strenuous work because I felt she betrayed me. I even called her many nasty names” Alan declared almost in tears.Sean rubbed his head, Alan walked closer to him “Sean please I need to find my woman and make things right. I can't breathe anymore this whole thing is choking me” He cried out.Patting him lightly “Alan I think Ashley needs time, she can't run forever. She will come back eventually, let's not rush h

Walking close to him “Hi” she smiled softly at him.“Look at you, looking gorgeous,” He said, all smiles.“Thank you, you don't look bad,” She replied.“Let's go” He held the door open for her as she entered the car.The drive to the restaurant was silent and a bit awkward, Ashley was expecting him to ask about the pregnancy which he didn't while Drake was stealing glances at Ashley’s stomach wondering if she was pregnant or if it was a protruding stomach.“We are here,” He said which made Ashley snap out of her thoughts glancing at the very classy restaurant in front of them.“This place is beautiful” She glanced in awe.“I know right, let's get in” He stepped out and held the door for her to come out after which they headed to the entrance of the restaurant.“Welcome to our restaurant, please did you make any reservations?” The waiter smiled pleasantly at them.“Thank you, reservation for Mr.Drake” He replied.“Okay, please this way sir” The waiter led them to the table by the windo

Ashley woke up that morning glancing at the unfamiliar room “Where am I?” She scanned around and everything played on how she was now living with Drake.“Ohh,” She groaned, rubbing her forehead, she stood up and headed to the bathroom.Knock knockAshley sat on the dressing table drying her hair. “ I am coming.” She stood up and opened the door.“Hey,” Drake smiled, glancing down at her.“Hi, good morning. come in” She entered inside leading him in. “Did you sleep well?” He asked, placing his hands in his pocket.“Yes I did, although I woke up feeling lost because I was in a new place” She chuckled while he laughed lightly.“Should I get your breakfast up here or do you want to eat downstairs?” He asked.“I will eat downstairs, it is advisable that I exercise my body,” She said, glancing at the mirror and packing her hair into a messy bun while Drake admired her features.“Let's go!” She smiled, tugging at his hands.“You look stunning” He complimented staring at Ashley who wore a sh

The following morning, Ashley got up pretty earlyand went to the kitchen to prepare breakfast for Drake and herself.“Good morning ma, you are not supposed to be here” The employee bowed a little."Good morning, I am aware, but it is okay, I just want to make food." She stirs her pancake batter with a whisk."In what way may I assist you?" The employee inquired in an effort to assist her."It is okay, I can handle this." She glanced back at the batter and smiled.Ashley did not bulge after much convincing, so she chose to leave her alone.After cooking for a while, she decided to set the dining room table, and a few minutes later, Drake came downstairs."Hi, good morning." He gave her a side hug.“Good morning, did you sleep well?” Ashley smiled happily.“You look very excited, you made this?” He pointed at the mouth-watering breakfast in front of him."Yes, I did. I decided to try something because I felt like I was losing my culinary talent since coming here," she squealed as she

“Good evening Ash '' Drake greeted Ashely as he stepped into the house.Chuckling “You remind me of Drea, it seems like you were busy” She commented.“Yes, I had a late evening meeting. You didn't have to wait up for me” He tugged his tie settling on the couch.“Well I was worried, I couldn't reach your phone too” “I am back now,” He chuckled.“Have you eaten?” He asked pulling his shoes away.“Yes, I couldn't wait for you” She pouted.“Foodie, I already ate. I am just tired” He groaned, reclining on the couch.Ashley got up and moved behind him, giving him shoulder and scalp massages. "Better now?" she asked. He groaned, "Gosh, I feel so relieved right now," as Ashley laughed.“Where did you learn it?” He asked his eyes shut.“I use this magic on Alan whenever he is tired from work, he loves it a lot” Ashley replied while Drake stiffened on hearing Alan’s name.“You must still love him,” He added.“Yes, I can't hate him even if I try” She chuckled sadly.He took her hands and place