All Chapters of Dating My Ex’s Uncle: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Valerie's POV Ares' gaze locked onto mine, his eyes revealing nothing. I swallowed hard, my throat constricting with anxiety. "What does it say?" I asked, struggling to maintain a calm tone despite my inner turmoil. His response was swift and direct. "You're pregnant, Valerie." The words hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me winded. My hands instinctively flew to my stomach, as if to protect the tiny life growing within. Ares' voice cracked as he thanked the doctor, a stutter I'd never heard before. "Th-thank you, doctor." It was a fleeting moment of vulnerability, a glimpse of fear or uncertainty, perhaps. I couldn't quite decipher it, but it only added to my own trepidation. The room seemed to spin around me, the news sinking in like a weight. Pregnant. The word echoed in my mind, filling me with a mix of emotions: shock, fear, uncertainty, and a hint of wonder. Ares approached me, our eyes locking in a silent standoff. The tension between us was palpable, but neither of

Valerie's povI squinted as the warm rays of light filtered through the window blinds.I smiled, reaching out to Ares and only met a cold bed beside me.That's how it's meant to be. I really don't know the reason why Ares was acting all weird yesterday.But to be honest I loved that side of him.I could vividly remember the way he laughed when I accidentally spilled ice cream on his shirt or the way he giggled like a kindergartner as ice cream dribbled down his chin as he tried to imitate Looney tunes.I laughed as I sat up right and yawned as I pulled out my phone from under the pillow and groaned as I realised the time.After managing to pull myself out of bed, I pulled the straps of my nightie tight and moved to the bathroom to brush my teeth before going down for breakfast.I felt different, in fact I was different.I stared at myself.The Valerie I was seeing was a strong determined woman who had survived all odds.I subconsciously caressed my stomach with so much love.I had a l

I sighed absentmindedly as I strode into my office with Steve in tow.The weight of the reports from the media house hung heavy on my shoulders.Why is he really hell bent on destroying Valerie completely?Daniel had someone powerful backing him, someone who posed an extremely strong threat.I was certain it wasn't my father this time; he wouldn't stoop so low. My father only ever meddled in ways that struck deep, ways that left me reeling and shocked especially when it came to Valerie. He never wanted us together, but this move didn't have his signature moves."I've gotten some of the information you asked for. There's really something about Miss Valerie that you've got to know about, I'm afraid..." Steve began, his voice hesitant.I cut him off with a wave of my hand, impatience lacing my every move. "That's not the matter on the table right now, Steve. Get me a firm hold on Daniel, okay?" I thundered, my frustration teetering on the edge of control.Steve nodded meekly, his demeano

Ares povMy heart warmed at the sight of Valerie curled up on the bed, already fast asleep. The soft rise and fall of her chest was almost like a sedative to me. It reminded me of my much needed rest. But I couldn't, I've got a lot of things to handle.Steve breezed into the room, making his presence known, and stood beside me, also watching her."Let's leave her to rest, there's something you should know." The urgency in Steve's voice was clear.I walked to Val's side, leaning down to drop a gentle kiss on her forehead."Oh quit the PDA, lover boy," Steve teased, pulling me out of the room. The door clicked shut gently behind us, leaving Valerie in her peaceful slumber.She really needed that sleep. When she wakes up she'll explain every single thing."What's the matter?" I asked, my concern mounting. Steve wouldn't just enter the room like that unless something did come up."Two of the assailants are dead," Steve revealed, his tone grave."What?" I furrowed my brows, quickening my p

Are's povInstead of me going home, I went straight to the office and called Steve to pick me up later on.I had already ordered six bottles of margaritas and wine.It'll be my little punishment. I hope Valerie forgives me. Before I even went for the interview, I checked on her and heard her cry that broke something within me, something I never knew existed.I mixed them all up and began drinking. It wasn't my usual style but at least I've got to forget about what happened one way or the other.I made her cry.I drowned my sorrows, emptying bottle after bottle until my vision blurred into a hazy fog. I barely registered the door creaking open, followed by hurried footsteps.Steve burst in, eyes wide with concern. "What the hell have you done to yourself?" he snapped, knocking the third bottle from my hand. It clattered to the floor as he hauled me up. He dragged me to the car, his grip firm yet gentle.My jacket lay haphazardly beside me, and my tie hung crooked. I was a mess, mumblin