Lahat ng Kabanata ng A Deal With The Devil: Kabanata 51 - Kabanata 60

Luke’s phone buzzed with an incoming call from his new PA, Robert Young. “F*ck! What does he want now?” He scowled as he picked up his phone to accept the call. He walked out of the bedroom with one glance in Brynne’s direction. It had to be important, or Robert would never have disregarded his wish not to be disturbed all day. “Yes, Robert,” he barked impatiently into the phone. “I’m sorry to disturb you, sir. But there’s someone called Celine Davidson here to see you. She claims to be your wife.” “Ex-wife. Ask her to make an appointment before coming over. I’m not seeing her today.” Luke’s good mood evaporated at Celine’s sudden appearance. Why was she at his office after so many years? He was sure she had some ulterior motive behind her visit. Did she expect to grab hold of Brynne in his absence today? Then how did she know he wasn’t going? “Yes, sir.” Luke disconnected the call and walked back to the bedroom absent-mindedly. What could Celine want? After Brynne’s entry into hi

“I don’t trust Celine. We have to exercise caution, Grandpa.” Luke walked out of the reception room, his eyes searching for Brynne. The way she calmly handled the situation, as well as Leonardo, touched his heart. He had lost his sanity, but not Brynne. He wanted to thank her for being there for his son. “Something tells me this isn’t the end, Luke. She will be up to some mischief.” Luke turned to give his grandpa a knowing look. “Yes. Somehow the break-in attempt in tower 3 looks suspicious, Grandpa.” They walked out towards the children’s suite where Brynne was with them. Luke looked around to find the twins watching a cartoon on television. They looked unperturbed by the commotion around. Grandpa sat down with them while Luke walked into Leonardo’s room. He saw Leonardo studying with Brynne. They looked almost normal as if the ordeal hadn’t happened a few minutes earlier. He was indebted to Brynne for handling his children so well. Brynne looked at him with concern. Luke felt e

Brynne trudged towards the kitchen to make breakfast. It was the worst day of her life. After Luke’s shocking announcement, she didn’t get any rest. Her mind was in turmoil while Luke slept like a log. He had even pinned her under him with a thick leg sprawled all over her. How could he sleep so peacefully when she was going crazy, thinking about her impromptu wedding? It was 6 o’clock, and she finally gave up. If they were to marry, maybe the children would skip school. With Luke still sleeping, the decision was hers now. Maybe her brain would clear up after a cup of steaming coffee. Brynne started the coffeemaker and went to check on the children. Leonardo was already up and smiled at her as he arranged his bed. “Dad came home, Brynne. I’m so happy.” Brynne helped him and smiled back. “Yes, how do you know?” “Great Gran told me. We aren’t going to school today. He said you and Dad are getting married today!” He had a wide grin on his face. “Was Great Gran playing a prank on me

Brynne’s heart skipped a beat when he locked the door after the makeup artists left. “What is it, Luke?”He smiled and walked towards his luggage. “I wanted to give you something.”All the excitement left her heart. She knew what he was looking for.The legal documents which were the prenuptial and the deal agreement. She was uselessly hoping for a happily ever after with him.Her throat felt choked with emotions as she sat on the bed to support her trembling legs. She didn’t want to sign a contract with him. She wanted to beg him to give her a chance to prove her love. Would he change his mind if she confessed her love for him?Brynne couldn’t look in his direction as she picked up her veil and inspected it absent-mindedly.“Brynne.” She turned slowly to hold his gaze. Strangely, he looked beyond excited; his mood having improved a lot. She wondered what brought about the change. “These are for you.”Her gaze dropped to his hands. She frowned at the velvet box he held out to her. Did

The sun had already set and the entire property was lighted up to celebrate the wedding reception at the magnificent ballroom. Holding hands, they strolled towards the venue, lost in their magical bubble. There was excitement in the air, or was it in their hearts? With the children, under Vera Sylvester’s care, Brynne could relax and enjoy her wedding party.“Did you mean what you said?” Luke couldn’t stop himself. Her vows echoed in his head, already engraved in his heart. He had to know if she had just picked the lines up from somewhere.“About what?” Brynne feigned ignorance, unable to confess her true feelings for him. What if he considered her stupid? He had offered her a simple deal. Definitely, falling in love wasn’t a part of it. Yet she had.“You know. Your vows.” Brynne glanced in his direction to see his discomfort. The faint flush on his cheeks was an unbelievable feat. Was the Devil blushing?“Yes. I just said what came to my mind.” She wanted to say more, but shyness gri