[ Sophia ]The sight of blood churned my guts,the breakfast I ate moments ago threatened to come out but I couldn't do it right in front of him."Let me do this."I said to him who had been struggling to clean his wound."No I am almost done with it.It's not a deep cut though. "He refused .I rolled my eyes on his stubbornness.Men will always be men.I took a long breath and snatched the scissors and cotton from his other hand.He was reluctant at first but a single glare from me ,caused him to give up.I examined his wound, well the cut wasn't deep but a chunk of glass stuck in his soft skin.My hands trembled.I had done first aid multiple times but I didn't know why I wasn't able to concerntrate.His cucumber and fresh mint shower jel's smell was invading my nostrils.His long calloused fingers and a shiny thin metal band was sitting on his finger reminded me that it's my duty to look after him.I vowed to stay in his sickness and health.I carefully plucked the tiny chunk resulting in more
[ Sophia ]I rub my sweaty palms on the silky fabric of my expensive dress which might cost Daniel a few thousand dollars.My skin hairs stood up whenever I remembered the price of this evening dress.Initially I thought Rose was joking just to pull my legs as I was reluctant to take something unnecessary costly but when I saw the price tag,my eyes literally popped out of their sockets.I wanted to return it to Rose but it was too late for another dress hunting and when she told me that the dinner will be evolving around Mrs. Mariatte Ashton and other ladies of the Ashton family,I had to go with her preplannned dress and make up.Currently,I am sitting in the backseat of Daniel's car.He is typing away on his phone,probably replying to his mails,as I stole a peak from his phone's screen."Stop stressing yourself Sophia.They won't eat you."He said without glancing up at me.His tone reflected annoyance.It meant he observed my nervousness in my actions."I bet you would have felt the same i
[ Daniel ]The ride back to my own house was filled with excruciatingly thick silence.I wanted to break something.I had to release the anger I was having a hard time to control while Sophia sat like a stone idol at the far end of the seat.Whatever happened at my parents' house threw negative impact on her who wasn't willing to give a chance to us and what my mother did tonight, definitely left a scar on her self respect.After thirty minutes of riding in suffocating air,we finally reached at our house or should I call it my house as she hadn't accepted it yet.I looked beside me to check upon her but she already proceeded to leave the car,sighing in exhaustion,I too come out of the car and released a long breath. I was going thin with my patience,Sophia's indifferent behavior slowly gotten into my nerves.I had to have a clear view to see the invisible wall between us and ask about her coldness."Sophia we need to talk."I said matching her pace as she hurriedly made her way inside t
[ Sophia ]I woke up curled up in my messy bed.Sunlight seeping through the translucent curtains teased my sleepy eyes.I yawned,every single muscle in my body was aching due to lack of rest.Ever since,we came back last night after a much dramatic dinner,our first argument and his metaphorical statement before slamming the door on my face, I stumbled back in my room around two in the night.Daniel told me something about going on a business trip and I really hope,he might be gone by now as I had no guts to face him.I may sound a pathetic and coward girl which I admit I was when I brutally crushed his hopes of a happy marriage. I must ask for his forgiveness but when I think I was prepared to accept his judgment.I groaned, it was time for me to leave this comfy bed and start my day.I dragged my lazy body to lather for a hot shower then I'd explore this beautiful house.As soon as the lukewarm water kissed my aching skin,I felt instant relief.I let the water soak my body for next half
[ Daniel ]"Are you kidding me bro?"Aiden spits his coffee ,luckily I was sitting on a distance from him otherwise he would had spoiled my suit."Am I look like guy who jokes around?"I sipped my whiskey while staring down at my wedding band.It was mocking back at me.I didn't imagine this day to come."I don't mean it in that way,sorry but seriously Daniel you want to divorce her?You married her just two days ago brother!"Aiden put his cup on the table and shifted closer to me,"Think before jumping to a decision Daniel.I know it's unfair.Hell! You are being played by both your Grandpa and the Stones but Sophia..."Aiden sneered.I couldn't blame him. He had been a good friend for last one decade."It's not her fault Aiden."I didn't know why I defended her.The woman only hurt me where it pains the most."It is her fault Daniel.Don't be so blind.I agree it wasn't her choice but she could try to tell you about her family's scheming at least.No Daniel it's not fair.I am no one to intervene
[ Sophia ]The sourness didn't leave my head even after I apologized to Candance for a sin I never committed.She forgot everything after a while and we ended up spending a good time together.She promised me to visit again tomorrow and I am looking forward to it.It's better than to live alone in haunting silence.I yawned closing my laptop shut and glanced at the time,it showed seven in the evening ,the usual time I have my dinner but this isn't my house and I can't go and demand for food though I am sure Maya and others will serve me anything I wish but I couldn't gather myself to do it so I decidedly to wait for her call.Having nothing to do,I grabbed my phone and decide to call Mason to kill some time.Morever,I was missing him.Mr. Edward Ashton's behavior towards him was very rude and unwelcoming. I couldn't erase the sight out of my head when Edward coldly asked him to leave me alone.Mason left the party after some time.Contemplating for a long moment, I finally pressed his numbe
[ Sophia ]"From where are you coming, Sophia?"His voice was as calm as a frozen lake,pathetic example but he actually hid his emotions behind a plain monitone.I knew if I lie in that moment,it'd bring me nothing but another wave of embarrassment and a bunch of accusations hitting directly on my face so I must better tell him the truth.I nervously turned on my heels and mustered every single drop of courage I had in my body to look at him directly.He was standing at the foot of staircase still in his business suit but I could clearly observe eye bags and a good amount of exhaustion on his face."I..was..I..was at a friend's place."I tried my best not to fumble,it shows a person's weakness."Mason if I have to guess?""Yes but it's not like you're thinki-"I wanted to clarify my reasons but he showed his palm to me as a sign to pause.I bit on my bottom lip to surpress a groan to escape."I don't want any explanation on what you do in your personal life Sophia,it just you left without
Sophia ]The moment we stepped out of our car at the entrance of grand hotel,all the eyes shifted on the left side of me.It was our first public appearance after our recent marriage. The market of gossips would simmer up in the next morning.I sense how she stiffened beside me getting all the unwanted attention on her.I snaked my arm around.Her admirers couldn't be blamed,she looked elegantly beautiful in her midnight black dress which ended just below her knees and quarter half sleeves.My Mother would had a heart attack for sure as she was the first women in the family to break the tradition of wearing a fancy gown."Shhh calm down.You are safe here."I whispered in her ear,I could literally hear her heartbeats."Mr. Ashton it's our pleasure to have you and beautiful Mrs. Ashton."Luke,the hotel manager greeted us on the reception.I felt her stiffening again but I rubbed her waist to comfort her."I hope you've arranged everything the way I told you, Luke."I asked him in my profession