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Massages were one of the things I grew to enjoy over the years. After a stressful contract was dealt with, I liked to indulge myself in this little pampering. That's probably why I couldn't understand Lilian's refusal for a massage. I guess there were other things that she could do to relieve stress. Facials, a soak in a mud bath, manicures and pedicures, the sauna was also a great choice. To each their own, I guess. I let out a sigh as a knot in my shoulder was released. I enjoyed the smell of the aromatic oils used on me. This was my kind of life. I couldn't imagine opting for the acupuncture plan over this. Just the thought of those needles stuck into my pressure points freaked me out.In no time at all, I was done with my treatments. I was so relaxed, I fell asleep on the massage table. My hands were silently taken care of as the staff didn't wake me up until they were done. My facial mask and pedicure was done simultaneously, my feet being scrubbed and whatever was being done t
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Byron telling me he was going to invest in my startup brought about such a feeling of happiness and hope. To him he might just see it as investing in something profitable but for me it was more than that. Someone believed in me and was investing in my dreams.The last time I was this happy was when I met Kayla. It was my first time back in school after the incident and I was in my first year of high school.My parents had spent a hefty amount of money to pay the fees for a private school which would provide more security for me. I felt out of place as everyone in that school was way richer than us.I had made up my mind to blend into the background as much as I could which was quite difficult as a redhead. But it was important I blended in, if I wasn't so popular back then, I'd not have been in the position I found myself.My peace of mind only lasted till I got to the cafeteria for lunch that day. The girls in that school were one of the biggest bitches I've ever come across. A few o
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I felt at ease immediately the plane touched down. It felt good to be in a familiar environment once more and the thought of seeing my family brought a smile to my face.Being in the plane for eighteen hours made my legs ache. Lilian had a smile on her face as we walked towards the car park where my driver was waiting.It was twelve noon but the sun wasn't as scorching as it would have been in theMaldives."Good afternoon sir, ma'am." My driver, Lucas, greeted."Good afternoon." Lilian and I replied almost simultaneously."Where would you like to go sir?""Home." He nodded and got into the driver's seat.**When we alighted, Lilian went in without saying a word to me. I wondered what was up with her. Probably her mood swings.The driver brought our luggages out and took them inside.I went to the kitchen and got a bottle of water, downing it all in one gulp. The house was neat so I knew my housekeeper was coming in to maintain the house.I had just found a comfortable position on th
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When the plane landed, I let out a breath of relief. Though the Maldives was interesting and nice, I was beyond glad to be back home. I followed Byron as he walked to the car park. He looked pretty tired."Good afternoon sir, ma'am." The driver greeted. "Good afternoon." I replied at the same time Byron did. The driver put our luggage in the trunk of the car as Byron and I got into the back seat of the car. **When we got home, I went straight up to my room without saying a word to Byron. I could feel him staring at me but I didn't look back or give him a reaction. I was feeling a slight discomfort in my chest area on the plane but I counted it as nothing but ever since we got into the car, I have been feeling lightheaded and the slight discomfort had fully blown into a throbbing pain. I rushed to my room as soon as I was out of Byron's sight. I popped my pills into my mouth and gulped down a bottle of water. I flopped on my bed, feeling very tired. The jet lag and fatigue, wh
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Habits were hard to break away from. I had spent two weeks away from work for the wedding and the honeymoon. When I got up in the morning, my body had fallen back to my routine.Almost mechanically, I woke up and got ready for the day and back to work. For a moment I forgot about Lilian and that I was married. I was brewing my coffee, munching on an apple when Lilian came downstairs.It wasn't until I laid my eyes on her was I reminded of her existence. She looked surprised to see me, I wonder why.It seemed like she just rolled out of bed as her eyes were still a bit clouded with sleep, her hair in a messy bun. She was wearing a robe over her nightgown which she tightened around herself upon seeing me. "Good morning." I greeted focusing on my coffee."Good morning." She replied, walking past me to grab a bottle of water from the fridge."I'm going to work now. My secretary will be here in a few hours to take you shopping." She just drank out of the bottle as I spoke."I'll pick y
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Today was interesting, from being stunned silly by Byron's existence in the morning to shopping with Irene and finally the dinner.Shopping was the thing I enjoyed doing most today. Being surrounded by so many nice clothes, I was a bit intimidated. I instinctively checked the price tag and flinched not wanting to purchase something with that many figures.If it wasn't for Byron's secretary I would have run out of the store. Irene wasn't much of a company but she was perceptive and had a good eye. After following me around, she probably noticed my hesitancy to pick something so she took charge. If she saw my eyes lingering on an outfit for a while, she took it off the rack or requested for it in my size. I had to stop her from buying everything I laid my eyes on. Her actions made the shop attendants happy and it reminded me of a domineering CEO. She did have that stoic face and a cold aura, it reminded me of my first impression of Byron.I didn't realize how fun it was to buy things
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I stretched and yawned, feeling much refreshed after a good night's rest.Yesterday's dinner had gone well and I felt fulfilled as the Manchesters were one of our biggest clients and it'd have been a huge loss if they withdrew their contract.I stood up from the bed and put on a tank top and shorts. I grabbed a face towel and made my way to the gym.As I got downstairs, light snoring reached my ears. I turned towards the sound and saw Lilian sprawled out on the couch. Her bare, long legs were splayed out in display, leaving nothing to the imagination.I cleared my throat.She stirred awake and looked around, probably checking for me. I turned to the other side, going over to block the sunlight that bathed the whole room."Over here." I alerted her."Byron?" She called out."Yes. May I know why you like sleeping on the couch when we have more than four rooms in this house?" I asked, a bit annoyed and partially flustered at her state of dressing."Lilian, are you with me?" I asked agai
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Kayla's gossip seeking gaze on me made me feel a bit awkward, giving what I was about to tell her. I stuffed my mouth with chips then emptied a tall glass of water before starting my story."You know how Byron abandoned me on our first night in the Maldives?" I started. "Of course, I'm still quite mad at him for that." She nodded urging me to go on."Well, the next morning he sent me a tour guide. Maybe he didn't want me to get lost or be bored. I don't know the reason for his actions but because of Byron, I met Nathan" I could feel the familiar butterflies just at the thought of him."Wait. Byron sent you a male tour guide. I know he doesn't love you or anything but could he have made it less obvious and sent a female tour guide. I mean what kind of husband leaves his wife alone with some random guy" Kayla adjusted her sitting position, she looked like she wanted to strangle someone, preferably Byron. It seems I made her anger towards Byron grow without meaning to."At first, I was
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