HIS DARK DESIRES
Chapter one
(A wedding without a groom)
In the full length mirror, Lilly stood, the makeup on her face radiated her beauty Making her look like an angel.
But she was no angel, they didn't believe she was an angel instead they called her a murderer's daughter.They thought she deserved nothing but death.But behind the makeup done on her face, her sorrows were seen.Though she never cried when words were thrown her way but she couldn't deny the fact that it still hurt.But the first time she had let her guard down by letting her emotions run loose was at the death of her father.The incident played in her head every single day and night.Each time she walked the streets, she would tremble for it was on the street she lost an important person in her life.
It was in the cold freezing night the accident occured, the screeching sound of a truck accompanied by a loud bang filled the air and in that moment, a body dropped along the wet streets with a loud thud."Dad!" She yelled, her feet running towards the body where she knelt down seeing him bleed terribly with blood seeping from both his mouth and his body where he had sustained a major injury.
With fidgeting hands, she reached forward pressing her palm on the wounds trying to lessen the blood flow as hot warm tears dripping down her eyes and on to his face."Please help me. Someone call the ambulance!"
Her words reached the ears of the passer by, making the man to pull out his phone dialling a number."Please someone, call an ambulance" she cried out for one of the onlookers to bring out his phone dialling a number.
"Dad please stay with me" she pleaded, her sobs loud enough to attract the passerbys who now neared her.
"I'm... I'm fine" he said trying to comfort his trembling daughter, his fingers going to wipe away the puddle of tears cradled up in her eyes.
A painful groan leaving his lips as he did so."Don't cry Dear" he stated but all his words ever did was to give a cause for more tears to pile up her face.
"Why did you? Why did you have to do this? Why did you have to save me?" She cried trying to stop the blood by applying more pressure.
She was the one to be hit down by the truck but he came in and saved her."I couldn't watch you die rather I'll go" a weak subtle smile crept up his lips and with no regrets for his action, he kept a constant look at his daughter fearing it might be the last.
"I didn't do it. I'm not a murderer" he cried out with a hoarse voice, his words coming out like a whisper but still audible to her ears.
"I didn't do it" he said for Lilly who held onto her father to nod."I know. You wouldn't hurt a fly and that's why I need you with me. I need you so you can prove yourself" she said, the anxious tranquility within her rose to its peak when the sound of the blaring ambulance could be heard, her gaze going to it's direction and only then did a smile form on her lips.
"Please hold on. The ambulance is here"
"Please promise me three things" blood seeped from his wounds as he spoke and even with the pain gnawing at his Inside, he managed to speak.
Lilly shook her head not wanting to hear it but it couldn't stop him from voicing his mind."To my first wish, promise me you'll take care of your mother at all cost.
Promise me you'll be happy. And thirdly, Promise me you'll would live your life to the fullest without any regrets" Lilly felt a squeeze in her hand, though the atmosphere was cold she could feel the warmth he emitted."I will but I will do that with you in it.
We will both be happy and take care of mom""I might not make..." At this blood splattered from his mouth sipping down its side where it came in contact with the tears that mixed with it.
"You'll make it!" She said adamantly
"Just believe okay? I can't live without you""Cesar is a good man he's just filled it rage.
Do take care of him. Do everything it takes to make you happy" And just like that, he smiled for the last time, his hand which continuously wiped away her tears fell back down to the ground with his eyes growing dim.A gentle shake from Lilly to her father was made but no response was seen and with a loud ear deafening scream, she yelled pouring at her heart on the road.That night was a horror to Lilly for she had lost the only thing that gave meaning to her life.She had lost her loved one and family.She had lost her father.And like that, time flew with the rays of the sun going down only to be replaced by the moon which illuminated a glow and by that time, Four months had passed.
There wasn't a time she wouldn't think back on the incident that took his life.He was a good man but they didn't see that.They Blamed him for the death of the two most prestigious people in New York City.Mr and Mrs Donavon.But that's a lie, a big flat lie.
He was framed but there was no way to prove it and now he was gone, no sympathy was given. She alone had to bury her father, it wasn't grand but it was still something.But with his death, they decided to pour out his blames to her.To punish her the way they see fit.' She's her father's daughter so she must pay' They said.And now, she stood all dolled up to be engaged to the only son of the Donavon family, Mr Cesar Donavon.
They had once loved each other, curdled in each other's embrace but that was during the time when all this commotion never happened.Fifteen years ago, Cesar was believed to be an orphan so out of pity, her family took him In.People would compliment them saying they were a lovely couple but now, that love turned to hate.A hate filled with a strong passion for revenge as fifteen years later, he ruined her peaceful home blaming her father for the death of his family.He wasn't the sweet man she knew him to be instead, he was an agent of darkness in her life.A force that seeked to extinguish any form of light.The gentle knock from the door lured her out of her thoughts, and looking at its direction, a woman stood.
"IT IS TIME" she Informed and with a sigh, she left the mirror heading out.
After taking a glance at herself admiring the red dress and the jewelries she wore, she left the room heading to the Hall of the procession.Loud muttering of the people were heard behind the doors and only when the door was pulled open, the massive crowd was seen with their gazes on her, their sneers and scoffs could be heard."Can't believe she's getting married?"
"She deserves way worse" they said.
"Pathetic" said another.
Their words could be heard by Lilly who didn't flinch or be surprised and instead, she walked down the hall.
But their words didn't matter to her for she felt she was an empty void simply waiting to be crucified.Finally she arrived at the forefront,But there was NO GROOM.HIS DARK DESIRES Chapter two But there was no groom.It wasn't a surprise to Lilly that he hadn't shown up.The corners of her lips curved up into a smile, she wasn't laughing at him.No, she was laughing at herself. She very well knew he was making her the laughing stock of the city but she still showed up.The once infamous daughter of William Smith now turned to a ridicule. "Where's the groom?" Asked the priest in front of her but no words left her lips.Her fingers dug into the piece of fabric, throat aching from trying resist the tears that threatened to form. "Young lady..." said the priest only to be interrupted when she spoke. "He isn't coming" She said for the priest to somewhat look surprised, a sigh leaving his lips as he shook his head at how pitiful the lady looked.Lilly could hear their laughter echoing round the hall, although her gaze was stationed in front of her, she could feel their stares and their fingers pointing at her.The mocking glint In their eyes.L
HIS DARK DESIRES Chapter three "CONGRATULATIONS, YOUR PREGNANT" announced the doctor. In the dark night which was enveloped by a heavy rain, a flash of lightening split through the open sky illuminating a pale face.There, Lilly Donavon sat, her mind loss for words with eyes wide open in surprise. Although his words were loud and clear enough, Lilly couldn't help but ask as a dumb founded Expression mered her face. "What? How?" "I said you are pregnant. Two months to be precise" He said flashing her a smile but wasn't reciprocated by Lilly who could feel her heart pounding in her chest.She couldn't be pregnant.How?At first she had thought she was tired from work and all but looking at the test in her hand, it only confirmed the doctor's words were in deed true.This meant, she was pregnant for Cesar. It has been almost a year after her wedding which was quite a sensation in the city.Their mocking gazes and talks reduced by alot but the only thing that still remained the sam
HIS DARK DESIRES Chapter four "I WANT A DIVORCE"At the words of Lilly, the atmosphere became a whole lot tensed as it triggered something deep in Cesar.Taking predatory steps towards her, he spoke. "I dare you to say it again" His words flowed, tone so calm but yet underneath was a terrifying aura to it.Lilly who noticed this shivered a bit. "I... I want a divor..." Right before Lilly could fully utter her words, she felt a dense pressure on her neck. "Who do you think you are asking for a divorce?You are no one, no body" he said not caring about the pressure he applied to her neck.His words enhanced Lilly's sad smile making her lips curve upwards. "Aren't you tired? Because I am.I'm tired of this hell called a marriage.Shouldn't you be happy you'll be free from me?Get to live your life the way you want to?" She asked, her words sounding a bit persuasive which only brought a scoff up Cesar's lips. "Tired? Who said I'm tired?Seeing you suffer everyday brings me joy.I p
HIS DARK DESIRES Chapter five Now left all alone and drenched from the rain, she slowly made her way back to the house where she got her things.She knew she couldn't stay here.At least to give her mother time to process everything.With Cesar's action's, her hate towards him only increased. As she recked her brain on what to do, that's when she received a call from Sophie her friend.Her voice sounding in her ears when she picked up the call. "How are you doing Lilly?" She asked for silence to reign from her. "I'm not good. Please come pick me up" "Alright" That was all she said before she came rushing to her aid.In the car, silence reigned, Sofie who had arrived didn't say a word only looking at the disheveled state of her friend.Up on arrival back to her place, a glass of water was offered to Lilly. "Ready to talk now?" asked Sofie to receive a nod from her. "Is it Cesar? Did he do something this time?" A tinge of curiosity laced Sofie's voice but the words that left Li
HIS DARK DESIRESChapter six"SEDUCE MR Gu.MAKE HIM WANT YOU" The words were firm and audible making Lilly's eyes go wide in shock.She didn't believe she heard well or more like she didn't want to believe she heard him say that."What?!" She exclaimed, her breathing coming out in an uneven form."You heard me" his tone came out in a relaxed form as he crossed his leg over the other.The smirk dancing on his lips meeting her eyes.So he was indeed serious."You can't be serious. I'm not doing anything of such" Her affirmative voice made a frown to cross his forehead."You will do as I say""I won't do such a thing. Ask anything from me but not this" A cry of plea left her lips, her head now downcast as she hoped for him to make a change."You will do as I say or else you will have to bear the consequences. Now, start"He ordered averting his gaze to Mr Gu who seemed to be so focus on downing his alcohol.But the unmoved figure before Cesar made his frown deepen, the playful smirk
HIS DARK DESIRES Chapter seven "I'M PREGNANT" She informed.She informed.Sheila's eyes looking at Cesar never left him and when she saw there wasn't a change in his reaction, a sudden sense of disappointment clouded her heart.He stood tall unbothered by her words and for long moments, silence reigned. "Who's the father? He questioned making her feel even more stupid. "You are. Who else?I just don't go around sleeping with anyone" she said.Once again, the ward fell silent but broke when Cesar spoke up. "I'll take responsibility"With these few words of his, she felt revived, a smile crossing her lips.Just when she raised her head to speak to him, she saw him making his way out the door which stunned her for a moment.Hesitantly she spoke halting his movements. "And Lilly?" She questioned. "What about her?"his bold voice sounded. "Since I'll bear your child, there's no need keeping her around.I mean... We'll become parents soon.What will people think of m..." "Why don't
HIS DARK DESIRES Chapter Eight The fear that gripped Lilly's heart on staring at Theresa was one that completely impaled her body.Just like Cesar, she hated her to the bones but her hatred ran deep into her bones.Though she was old with streaks of white lines seen on her head, she was agile. "What did you do?" She asked as she came to crouch beside Sheila who groaned in pains.Her tears rolling down her face as she stared at her body. "It's hurts. Everywhere hurts" "Shh. It's going to be fine.Call the ambulance now!" Her words weren't on a specific person but it was enough to place the servants running to make the call.The glare thrown from madam Theresa to Lilly was one that could kill. "I... I didn't push her I swear" said Lilly, her voice cracking up. "Murderer! Murderer!" Shouted Sheila with her face twisted in pain. "How could you want to kill my unborn child" "Child?" Asked Mrs Theresa looking quite surprised. "Yes, I'm bearing Cesar's child and she wants it dead" s
HIS DARK DESIRES Chapter Nine In an apartment, the sounds of whimpering and silent sobs were heard which only increased by the moment.It wasn't until a figure stepped out from the kitchen squatting next to Lilly who seemed to be having a bad dream.Only on shaking her a little did the noises die down. "Lilly" called Sophie her friend. "Lilly wake up. It's just a bad dream" said Sofie tapping her on the arm.A Curt gasp escape the lips of Lilly as she jerked forward from her sleep surveying her surroundings.She wasn't in prison and no one was strangling her.Relief filled her but it was short-lived as tears clouded her sense of vision on remembering her condition.She could now clearly remember she was on the run for yet again a crime she didn't commit and now presently, she's at Sofie's place looking for shelter. "Why are you crying?" Asked Sofie handing her the brewed coffee."Come on now, don't cry. You are innocent and I know you didn't push her" "But they don't know that or