Andrea’s POV My phone buzzed with Knox’s call for the fifth time as I quickly wrapped up my work at the office. I knew what he wanted, and I wasn’t entertaining his wish to return home early and gear up for my engagement party. Did I ask for an engagement party? I only agreed to get engaged to Sebastián on one condition. Knox would have to invite Zion over to my engagement ceremony! My heart skipped a beat at the thought. I had to challenge Zion to keep his promise to come over and abduct me! It was the only reason I had agreed to this engagement. It was the only way to get Zion here. I had it all planned out. This time, I would make him confess in front of all! Excitement coursed through me at the thought of seeing him again. I hardly thought about what I would do if he didn’t come over. No, he had to come here and get me. I was sure he wouldn’t let me get engaged to someone else. However, instead of a small ceremony with the family, Knox arranged for a mega event, inviting peopl
Andrea’s POV “What the f*ck are you doing here, Concorde? I don’t remember having invited you,” gritted out Sebastián while Zion and I were engaged in a staring contest. “I don’t need an invitation, Conrad. I’m here for my family.” Not once did his attention deviate from me, as if he had expected me to retaliate. The twins clung to him and he held them close. “Dad! I’m so happy to see you,” said Zayden, clinging to his leg. “Me too. Dad, let’s go,” said Adrian, clinging to the other leg. “Andrea, let’s go,” said Zion, grabbing my hand. Sebastián panicked, and the others rushed towards us, noticing the commotion. “She isn’t going anywhere with you, Concorde. It’s our engagement today! Leave right now or I’ll call the cops.” Sebastián pushed Zion, trying to extricate my hand from his hold. “Stop, Sebastián. Let me handle this, please.” I wanted Zion to confess before I left with him. How did he expect me to just leave and be his fake fiancée all my life? “How will you handle it?
Andrea’s POV He didn’t reply, but smirked instead. Afterwards, I hardly got a chance to talk to him. We boarded Zion’s private jet three hours later, ready to fly home. A sense of completeness engulfed me after years of upheaval. I felt like I was finally going home with my boys. I sat down, feeling lethargic after succeeding in my mission. The twins were still bursting with energy, although it was well past their bedtime. I let them enjoy with their father. “Wow! Is this jet yours, dad?” asked Adrian, inspecting every nook and corner with Zion. “Yes, but now it’s ours.” He glanced in my direction, and I smiled at him, watching him interact with the twins. We really looked like a happy family! At that moment when our eyes connected, I felt the sparks of electric charge get transmitted between us. I was dying to feel his lips on mine after his heartfelt confession! I knew he did too, his gaze sweeping over me briefly. “Did you make this, dad?” asked Zayden, running his fingers ove
Andrea Cromwell’s POVMy phone buzzed incessantly as I wrapped up the design I had been working on since morning. As the Founder and CEO of Ratio Architects, I didn’t have a moment of respite! I preferred it that way! Keeping myself busy helped me mend my shattered heart. It took me five long years to achieve my dreams. Yes, I was proud of my achievements! Entrepreneurship was an arduous journey with more bumps than a smooth sail, but I had soldiered on single-handedly. I was grateful to Sebastián Conrad, the CEO of Conrad Architects Worldwide, for giving me an opportunity! The alliance with Conrad got me a regular flow of work, money, fame, and success. When I started, I had nothing apart from a broken heart, tears, and a difficult pregnancy to deal with. It was a fierce battle for me so far, but I emerged as a winner! I could prove to the world that it wasn’t so easy to break me. I glanced at my phone to notice my grandpa Vincent Cromwell’s number flashing across the screen. A se
Andrea’s POVAll eyes were on me, and I had no option but to step into the room. My glance immediately flew towards the far end where he stood, brooding like a dark angel! He still looked the same. Furious, rebellious, and arrogant. How had I expected him to change? My heart sank, and I felt like the rug had been pulled from underneath my feet. His blue eyes locked with mine, making my heartbeats run amok. My posture stiffened as his eyes seared into mine. My breath settled near my collarbone. All the memories flooded my brain at that moment. Those memories left me dizzy, hurt, and numb with longing. So many years have passed between us, yet I struggled to hide the emotions choking my throat. The reason was obvious! I loved him with everything I possessed. Despite his rejection, I hadn't been able to move on from him.Was he really here? The short black hair, the thick dark brows, the long curled eyelashes, the chiseled face, and the full lips were still the same! He was still the mo
Andrea’s POV “Andrea, is everything alright?” Granny Catherine’s voice brought me out of my daze. Ever since that phone call, I hadn’t been able to stop worrying about the next day’s meeting. I knew Zion was upset at seeing my lack of interest. Did he seriously think I would do his bidding? After my rebuff, he had just agreed to meet me tomorrow and disconnected the call. Ever since I had no idea what was going on in his mind. It was strange he didn’t specify a time for the meeting. “Yes, granny!” I blushed under her scrutiny. How did she figure out I was going through mental turmoil? After all, I hadn’t interacted with her for quite some time. Grandpa Vincent married Catherine Shelby six years ago. I left for Athens immediately thereafter. We could hardly bond with one another. Yet she was now an indispensable part of our family, taking care of my boys and Knox’s children, too. With Knox and his fiancée, Danielle Hartford, away on a vacation, I could hide from his relentless inter
Andrea’s POVZion’s eyes glittered as they focused on me, holding my gaze, challenging me to look away. I couldn’t because the memories of the little time I shared with him came rushing into my mind. My emotions were all over the place! I tried hard to keep them at bay, to maintain a cold, professional front, but my heart gave me away. He was the father of my children, after all! ‘You shouldn’t forgive him for what he’s done to you. He doesn’t even accept them as his own!’ reminded my inner mind. I blinked the emotions away. I had to be stronger if I wanted my revenge. “You know me so well, Andrea! Yes, there’s a catch, but don’t worry. It’s not a daunting task to do.” He leaned towards me, but I didn’t back off, facing him bravely. “I will help your business in every way as long as you stay with me in my house here. I want you to move in with me! The moment you leave, I’ll stop providing you with work.” My jaws dropped with shock. “What the f*ck! Why would I do that?” I felt like
Zion’s POV “Damn! Why hasn’t Mr. Robinson arrived here yet? The restaurant project should be ours at all costs.” Charlie Martin, the marketing manager of Conrad Architects, stammered, having to deal with me for the first time. He had no idea how difficult I would make his life if I didn’t get what I wanted. Yes, I wanted to see Andrea accept defeat and bow down to my terms and conditions. She might consider me evil, but I didn’t care. I was helpless five years ago, but not anymore. I wanted her back in my life! “He called to inform us he would be the twenty minutes late, sir.” I punched the desk in frustration. “I hate tardiness. Didn’t you tell him that? What about the other projects? Did you follow up on those?” I had appointed my trusted PA, Steve McGuire, to track down all the projects Ratio Architects took up. I knew I could blindly trust him and he lived up to my expectations, giving me a detailed report on the subject.“All have agreed to work with us except Edward Sterling