Caleb POV
I pinched the bridge of my nose after my mother walked out in a huff.
“Gordon!”
“Yes, Mr. Kingston?”
“Please call Amanda Hayes and ask for a meeting. I need to talk to her.”
He nodded and proceeded to accomplish the task I assigned him.
“Sir, Ms. Hayes’ assistant informed me they would be flying to Paris this afternoon. However, Ms. Hayes is free this lunch. Is it okay?"
I rubbed my forehead because I was beginning to feel the start of a massive headache.
“Okay. Set the meeting for lunch. Thank you.”
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Caleb POVMy heart thudded in my chest at the sight of Cassy’s brother.Adam Burke had this look on his face that did not bode well for me.Abruptly, I walked up to him to explain, but when I reached him, Adam reacted first. His fist came into contact with my jaw.I grunted in pain.“You are despicable.” He told me and walked out.I wiped my mouth and saw a streak of blood smearing my fingers. The pain was nothing compared to the damage Adam would do to my family if he decided to tell Cassy about what he saw today.That is something that I can’t allow.I had only begun to lay my claim on them. Cassy still needs to forgive me for hurting her and the children. I still have to work my a*s to compensate my family for my stu*idity years ago.I had barely begun my campaign, and if Adam Burke stepped in and ruined things for me, everything would be for naught.Immediately, I ran after him.
Caleb POVMy gut twisted at the sight of my wife with her tear-stained eyes.When she fixed her gaze on me, my lungs felt constricted.Her eyes dripped with venom.Instantly, I felt something was off.Subconsciously, I stepped back, flustered.It was like being transported back to Cassy's pregnancy days when the mere sight of me disgusted her.Then, I realized that much of our problem was rooted in misunderstanding, so I quickly dispensed with pride and ran to her side to inquire.“How dare you?” Cassy lashed out.Her words, fi
Caleb POVThe realization made me sad.The emotional damage I invariably caused Cassy due to my callous behavior back then is coming to take me in full force.It was Karmic to be feeling like this. Like a slap on the face, my actions are coming back to haunt me. They were like ghosts from the past.But I c
Cassy POVAfter cuddling for what seemed like forever, I remembered it was still office hours.“Aren’t you going back to your office?” I reminded Caleb when he sat unmoving by my side and had no intention of leaving.He did not appear like a man who wanted to go anywhere else.He shook his head
Cassy POVAs usual, when the employees saw us walking together, they would stop to stare.Automatically, I stepped away from Caleb, but he was faster. He must have guessed my intent when his arm slid off my shoulder before quickly snaking it around my waist to pull me closer, bringing us closer than before.I turned my head to warn him. Too much PDA could kill.He responded with a beguiling smile that caused me to lose my breath.The people around us, mostly girls, had the same reaction as mine because I could hear their collective gasp.Caleb leaned in to whisper in my ears. “Don’t stare at me too much sweetheart, or I will kiss you here right now.”Scandalized at the idea, I pressed my lips together, and after throwing him a haughty glare, I stomped away.Caleb snickered, and his laugh floated around the lobby.He was still laughing when he caught up with me and snagged my arm.“You
Cassy POV“You are late!” Oakley demanded when she saw us jogging through the field on the way to their classroom. As Oakley puts it, we were late. Their class had been dismissed fifteen minutes ago, and most of the students were long gone except for a handful whose fetchers had not arrived. Some were in the playground, while others waited on the benches facing the playground. Our children occupy one of the benches.Their teacher sat with them while they waited for us outside. She and her brother were sitting on a bench. Oakley swung her legs back and forth in impatience. After apologizing to their teacher for the inconvenience, we faced our mad daughter to soothe her ruffled nerves.“Sorry honey, we were delayed at the office.” I shot Caleb an accusing look over Oakley’s head, daring him to disagree. If he had not teased me and chased after me all over the house, we would not be this late. Caleb roared back in laughter. The man sure looked happy. Who wouldn’t when he had me i
Cassy POVOur lives were very much okay the past few days.Our relationship improved after that afternoon when Caleb cleared up his secret meeting with Amanda, which spread like wildfire on social media, causing talks about their impending marriage.The issue had blown over, and everything was quiet in a matter of hours.But I have a sneaky feeling that Caleb did something to take down the sites that posted their pictures online because when I tried to search for them again, they were no longer searchable.It takes a lot of money to do that and a good PR team, but I was glad it happened.At least, we got the issue of Amanda covered. After that, it was an idyllic time for us. We were getting to know each other again.Every night, Caleb takes me out on a date. When he said he wanted to earn me, I did not expect that he would woo me this time.But I kind of like the feeling of being pursued. Our date nights were always magical, and the kids would always jump up and down when we left for
Cassy POVThe pounding sounds on the door resonated in my head like drums beaten by unskilled drummers.Dug!Dug!Dug!“Mommy! Daddy! Open the door!”Coupled with the shrill cries of our daughter, they ricocheted into my ears, creating a banging noise that made my head hurt.“Ugh! It’s Oakley!” I mumbled groggily, arms reaching for the pillow to cover my ears from the blaring sound outside our door.I turned to my side, head under the pillow, when I felt strong arms snaked through my waist to pull me to a man’s body, Caleb’s body.We snuggled together amidst the riot outside our room until Mrs. West intervened. She coaxed the kids to leave with her.“But we are going to be late for school.”I heard Oakley protesting in a loud voice.“Your Mommy and Daddy came in late last night. Let them rest. Roger will take you to school.” Mrs. West soothed the kids in her gentle voice.It worked because I heard the fading sound of their footsteps.Finally, there was some peace.I scooted closer t