Andrea’s POV The twins, thankfully, were too busy discussing their teammates at football practice to hear Zion. I glared at him for misjudging me in front of the twins. I wasn’t considering Sebastián’s proposal, let alone marrying him. “Did I announce my marriage to him? Why are you unnecessarily reacting? Anyway, I have every right to choose who I wish to marry.” “I knew it. We’ll start packing right away.” After dinner, Zion was on a packing spree, packing up the twins’ stuff in the brand-new suitcases he had bought for us. It seemed he had come prepared to take us away forever.“Why don’t you pack your stuff? I’ve got this.” He ushered me out of their room and I sighed, trudging towards mine. I would have to go to the office tomorrow to wrap up all pending work and payments. Maybe I wouldn’t get time to pack.The twins had gone to sleep by the time I zipped up three suitcases and slumped to the bed. Zion walked into my room and I gave him a perplexed look. What was he doing in
Andrea’s POV “Andrea! We were waiting for you all evening!” exclaimed Danielle, giving me a hug. “I had so much to wrap up at such short notice, I lost track of time!” I explained, glaring at Zion before turning to smile at Danielle. It was only because of him I was going through this shit! His grin disappeared, and he gave me a guilty look. I ignored him thereafter. All his promises were fake. He was taking us to Athens forcefully, but soon, I knew I would be back here where I belonged. I was going with him only for the twins. “I understand! You can seek help from Knox or Grandpa.” I nodded, but I knew they hardly knew much about my line of work. I would rather abandon my work than listen to Knox’s smart-ass advice! They weren’t feasible in my case. “Does Knox know I’m leaving?” Danielle shook her head with a sigh. “He’s in Frankfurt.” “Don’t worry, I’ll have a word with him. I’m sure he will understand.” I smiled at Grandpa Vincent gratefully, giving him a hug too. Suddenly, t
Zion’s POV My mind and body ignited at the feel of her soft curves against me. It was bliss! I had longed for this for so long. Didn’t she realize the mountains I had to climb to reach here to get her? My life was at a crossroads, with Delia trying every trick up her sleeve to oust me. Yet I risked it all for her. I knew she would never agree to accompany me to Athens if I didn’t force her to. Therefore, here I was, juggling between my work and personal life, only for her. She thought I was at Escapades enjoying my life for the last two nights while I was struggling with work at Conrad’s office. Thankfully, I could wrap up the LA chapter this time. I would start it afresh in Athens and pass its controls over to Andrea. It was sad she didn’t understand me at all.If only she knew I hadn’t moved on at all! I was still stuck in that special month I spent with her five years ago. She squirmed in my arms, her cheeks coloring at being caught red-handed. “Yes, I called to know where you w
Zion’s POV It was almost ten the next morning when we reached Athens and I had a tough time explaining to the twins about the ten-hour time difference between LA and Athens. I noticed the dazed look on Andrea’s face as she looked out of the car window. Maybe she was feeling nostalgic! It wasn’t easy to forget the time we had spent here with one another. I hadn’t, and I knew she didn’t either. It was here we had found love! If only I hadn’t overreacted that day when she came to me. “Wow! I love your Athens, Dad!” said an awestruck Adrian, bringing me out of my daze. I looked at him and smiled, feeling hopeful. Maybe I could coax them to stay forever. “I don’t think your mom likes it much!” Yes, I was fishing for answers. I wanted to know how she felt about returning here after so many years. This was the place she belonged to! She turned to give me a wary look, and I knew she wouldn’t answer me. But for how long, Andrea? ‘Soon I’ll have you in my arms, pinned under me, naked, and m
Andrea’s POV The twins were exhausted after the strenuous flight, and Zion went to the kitchen to make a quick brunch for them. I helped them freshen up in the meantime and settle in their room. I could see the effort Zion had taken to get a room ready for them. It wasn’t there when I was here last. Did he have it ready for the twins or for his would-be children after his marriage to Elena? “Mom, I love my room. Dad has stuck my favorite player’s photo in the closet.” I followed Zayden to their walk-in closet and gasped with wonder at the beautiful poster. “Yes, it’s very thoughtful of him.” Maybe Zion had the room done recently, only for the twins. Everything looked brand new, and it was custom-made with the twins’ interests in mind. “I’ll help your dad in the kitchen. Don’t fall asleep.” I walked out to check up on Zion. Despite being busy since the moment I stepped into his penthouse, I couldn’t erase his words from my mind. They kept echoing inside my head like a broken record
Andrea’s POV How long could I avoid going into his bedroom when I knew he had kept my luggage there? I opened the door, this time ignoring the bed and storming inside straight to the closet. Just as I had expected. Zion had placed all my luggage in his walk-in closet. I dashed inside furiously to take them away to some other room when my glance fell upon the gigantic mirror inside. There was a sticky note with a message stuck there. I leaned over and took off the note. Did Zion leave it for me? You’re moving into my bedroom. No arguments. Delia will join us for dinner tonight. - Zion.I frowned at the note. Why couldn’t he decline her? I couldn’t face his evil stepmother again! Now I didn’t know what to do. Maybe I would move out when Delia left. Anyway, with Zion at his office, I could rest in peace for a couple of hours. He wouldn’t come over right now to force himself on me! Would he? However, the moment I lay down, all the memories came gushing back. Despite being exhausted
Andrea’s POV “Mom, Addy has stomach pain. He’s dying!” Zayden announced, running into the kitchen, and stopping our verbal combat. Zion got worked up, his face grim, as if he was on the verge of a panic attack. “Oh! I’ll just call the doctor!” He took out his phone, but I grabbed his hand to stop him. Knowing the kids well, I knew of their exaggerated statements.“No, need to call the doctor. He won’t die from stomach pain! I’ll give him medicine right away!” I released his hand as if scalded and walked away to the kids’ room. Picking up the unopened medicine box I had packed up for the trip, I went inside. The other two trooped in after me to watch what was going on. I found Adrian on the bed, clutching at his stomach, and doubled up in pain. “Mom, is there a bug in my tummy? Will I die?” “There might be, but you’ll survive. What’s this medicine for? It’ll help you fight it. Did you pass loose stools today?” He nodded with a groan. “Very loose, watery!” “You’ll have bland food
Andrea’s POV I arranged the hors d’oeuvres on the dining table like a buffet with adequate drinks on the sides. Zion was the only one who helped me, while the others eyed us with jealousy. I flashed a smile at all of them, although I seethed inwardly at their judgemental looks. “Please help yourselves,” I urged them with a sweet smile pasted on my lips. “Please join us, Andrea!” said one of them. “I am Georgia. Aunt Delia is my mom’s best friend.” She leaned in to introduce herself. I smiled at the friendly woman, who looked heavily pregnant. “I’ll have it later with my boys.” Zion smiled and walked away to the kids’ room to check up on them. “Andrea, shouldn’t you attend to all your guests?” Delia’s scornful voice resonated around, making my blood boil. She came towards me and I somehow had the feeling this was the opportunity she was seeking.“I will, Delia. Why don’t you relax a little?” I flashed her a bright smile and handed her a plate to serve herself. “Please feel at home