It was just a few days after their wedding and Camilla was already bored. Ethan had forbidden her from resuming her work at the restaurant, "everything you need is in the house." He told her when she complained. "What if I get bored, I am not used to staying idle." "Watch N*****x or any other show on tv. What is that popular soap opera common with Brazilians?" Ethan appeared to be thinking "yes. Watch Telenovela." Ethan replied and walked out on her. Camilla was frustrated by his behavior, even though she enjoyed Theresa's company it was still not who she was, she had worked almost all her life since becoming an adult. Camilla was an early morning person, she was usually awake as early as five in the morning. But since she married Ethan and started sharing his room with him, she had no choice but to sleep in. And would wait till he leaves the bed for the bathroom before she gets up herself. Camilla would then go to the kitchen for some coffee, she loved adding cinnamon to her c
Camilla was restless after Theresa's comment about having a child someday. She knew in America, children could tell their parents to mind their business, but that was not the way she was raised, her mother would smack her if she did something like that, especially to her mother-in-law notwithstanding the circumstances behind the relationship. The only time she forgot to think about the conversation was when the kids came back from school and she told Sophie that she watched Barney and friends with grandma. The little child squealed her heart and Sophie forgot about her problems for the time being. The rest of the day was spent in her bedroom and she only came down for dinner before retiring for the night. She was still awake when Ethan came in, showered, and slid inside the duvet. She was torn between telling him about his mother's hope and whether not to. At last, she decided to totally forget about it. It was normal for mothers to start thinking about grandkids, especially after
TRANSFORMATION Ethan could not believe that he had agreed to bring his wife along. "His wife" the words continued to play out in his mind till he reached home. He hated the sound of it and the intimacy it suggested. Camilla was not his wife, she was just playing the part for a while. Yet everyone seemed to continuously want to put them together, first, his mother insisted they share a room, and now he was getting invited to parties alongside her. He could easily go to the party without her and make excuses to his host as to why his 'wife' was absent. However, he also had to think about his business and good relationship with clients and prospects were important and a tiny mistake could be costly and have adverse effects. When Ethan reached home, he was surprised to see his children and mother together with Camilla in the living room. They were all engrossed in what they were watching. It was a rare sight since losing his wife Vanessa, and for an instant, his mind's eyes wandered
Ethan was not in the right mood when he got home later in the day. The workload was getting heavier and his partner Gaius was still not back from his honeymoon. He had made up his mind that he would insist that he resumes back at the latest next Monday. any honeymoon shouldn't take more than one week and his friend has stayed at least a month gallivanting around the world. Reluctantly, He took a shower and wore the suit he had bought almost two years back. He rang his housekeeper to enquire about Camilla and if she was ready since she was not in the room, he guessed the stylists he called were still working on her. With his late wife they dressed up together in the same room but he was not about to do that with Camilla. “She is ready and waiting at the living area" his housekeeper replied before Ethan cut off the intercom. *********** Ethan Could not believe his eyes when he saw Camilla, she looked elegant in the Dress she was wearing, the way the clothes clung to her body, highlig
INCLUSION After the drama following the anniversary party with Camilla, Ethan decided to spend the weekend at home, working only half a day on Friday before the weekend. His mother Theresa had been thrilled with the decision, Camilla did not know how to react to him so she avoided him at all cost, luckily for her, her planned work and they never crossed to watch others' part. Ethan used the weekend to bond with his last child Sophie, the animosity between them started wearing off when Camilla came into their life and the little child did not feel uncomfortable being around her father anymore. They went for ice cream at noon on Saturday, Sophie insisted they bring a takeaway ice cream pack for Emma, William, grandma, and aunt Camilla as she loved to call her. As soon as they got back home Sophie dashed to her room and brought a drawing with her which she presented to her father. I LOVE YOU DADDY was roughly scribbled at the bottom of the drawing, each sketch was labeled Daddy, Gr
HITCH A RIDE Gaius kept his mind away from his marriage, as he rummaged through his workload, sorted out files according to the degree of urgency, signed overdue checks, had a brief meeting with the team under his supervision, he was so engrossed in his work that he did not notice the day wear off till mid-afternoon. The creak of the door made him look up from his table. “ It's you, what time is it?” he looked at his watch grimacing at how much time had gone. “I feel stiff and my back aches.” Gaius Stretched and cracked his neck to gain some relief. Ethan laughed, “I want to grab some lunch, you care to join.” “ Gladly, I have not eaten since today. Bill is on you though.” “ Your protruding stomach says otherwise.” teasing his friend was a pastime he enjoyed. Gaius chuckled “hahaha, too much wine and junk food is to blame.” “And I was thinking of treating you to some fries and hamburger.” Ethan pouted. “Who says I can't have some. Two weeks of torture in the gym and I
JUST FLIRTING “That was a smooth ride, Chad.” Emma, who was the first to alight from her BMW, shouted. She tried to arrange her hair, which was flying all over because of the wind. “It sure was,” Chad replied, he had asked Emma to allow him to drive her car and she willingly agreed. “Driving above the speed limit again.” chads father chided him, Emma stood aside, not sure what to say, it was the first time she was visiting Chad's home, and did not want to get involved in their brawl. “I can take care of myself father and no I was not driving above the speed limit.” “Who is she?'' Chad's father suddenly asked him, his attention focused on Emma. “Her name is Emma.” “And who is she to you?” “A friend,” Chad grumbled. “ What does it matter to you father?” Chad's father knew his son too well, he had a wake of heartbreak along his trail. “Let me guess, she owns a BMW. “Yes, she does. Can we go now, or do you have a thousand more questions to ask?” Chad's father remained mute an
DELIMMA Ethan was not too pleased with his growing attraction for Camilla. He had promised himself that he would never have his heart flip for another woman since, after his wife's death, he was supposed to only love Vanessa after all we were only supposed to fall in love once. But here he was almost betraying her, he had to really try hard before he could remember her face. And this was not supposed to happen, he was not supposed to feel lesser of his grief, he was supposed to honor her memory by remaining in his pain forever, missing and pinning for her always, it had worked for almost four years, but things were beginning to change and even more since Camilla came into his life. Taking a deep puff at his cigarette that hung loosely between his fingers, he watched as the sexy dancer swung her slim body around the pole. Her kinky ginger hair tied into a bun stood like a pineapple over her head. Her dance moves kept him mesmerized, he stood transfixed watching her move around the