Jewel's POV I thought I will meet Miguel during breakfast, but I learned from Nikki, that he left early for work. And that was saying something since I woke up early.Though she claimed he only left because of his work, deep down, I know the reason he did so. He's avoiding me because of last night. If only I had known, I wouldn't have said anything about it. I leaned on the bench under the tree opposite the school's gate, to wait for Star, who was running late because there are things she needed to take care of at school. I would have gone home on my own, but I know Miguel will blow a racket should he get to learn that I went home alone. My phone started ringing, cutting me off from my thoughts. The caller ID caused my heart to skip a beat. It was the same number that called me those nights ago. Without a waste of time, I picked up the call. “I believe you've been trying to connect to me, haven't you?” The man asked. “And why wasn't it possible? Who the hell are you?”The m
“What?” I widened my eyes. “Let's go. She's not worth my time.” Nikki took my hand in hers and turned. “Let's check the other stores. This place isn't worth it if someone like her buys things here.” Before I could so much blink, she dragged me out of the store and headed to the one opposite it. “What's wrong? Why did you drag me out?” I frowned at a scowling Nikki. “That woman there is Pearl. She's your husband's ex-girlfriend.” She said as if that explained the hastiness in her steps.“Hmm.” "Stupid ugly ex!" She murmured under her breath, sounding super pissed. I couldn't help, but compare myself to Miguel's supposed ex-girlfriend.Compared to her, I look like a maid, while she looks like a model. And that made me wonder why Miguel left her. Could it be that she was the one who dumped him?“She's beautiful.” I murmured. “Just like a snake before it bites. She's an ugly bitch who doesn't mind the number of people she takes down if it means she gets to achieve her goals.In th
Miguel's POVI headed into my company and was welcomed with stares from my workers. It was too much, to the point that I noticed it. However, whenever I turned towards them, they turned their faces back to the task they had in hand.I furrowed my brows as I wondered the reason for the odd behaviour. Could it be that something happened in the office, in my absence?I hurried towards my elevator and swiped my card on it. The stares stopped the moment I stepped into the elevator, and it resumed the moment I strode out of it. This time, it was my secretary who had her entire focus on me. “Good morning, boss!” She yelled, with her eyes glued on me. “Hmm.”I chose to ignore her gaze as I strode past her and made to enter my office. “Why are you dressed this way, boss? Is there any problem?” She pursed her lips.From the way her mouth shook, I can tell she was trying not to laugh. “What's wrong with the way I dressed?” I glared at her. After all, she's to be blamed for this. Had sh
Jewel's POVStar and I visited the hospital after my class. Though she tried to cheer me up, I felt down. During the examination, the doctor also tried to cheer me up, but it was to no avail. It wasn't until I saw the results of the test, that I smiled a bit.“You are showing positive signs.” He nodded with a smile. “If you continue with this, I guarantee, there will be good news.”I smiled at that. “Thank you, doctor.” “You don't have to thank me. Your determination is part of your success.” He smiled at me.I thanked him before I exited his office. Star, who was playing with her phone, stood up from her chair the moment she saw me. “How was it? Any success?” She asked, eager to know the results.“The doctor said there is hope.” I beamed, “he said I can get pregnant.”“Yeah!” She shrieked so loud that it earned us stares from those around her.“Hush! You are embarrassing me!” I gritted out through clenched teeth.“I can yell all I want. You don't have to hush me.” She carried my
I stepped out of the car and waved at Nikki, who was hell-bent on sending me off. Star would have joined her, but she had an assignment to complete.She only tasked Nikki with the duty of making certain I arrived on time. “If he tries anything funny with you, Jewel, give me a call. I will break his legs and punch him in his damned mouth.” Nikki said in a serious tone. It made me wonder who among us is related to her. You would have thought I was her sister, and Miguel, her brother-in-law.“You don't have to worry about me.” I waved at her before I hurried towards the restaurant Miguel sent an address for.Eyes turned the moment I stepped into the place.Good. This is the reaction I want.I'm dressed in a body-con strapless short wine-red gown, which stopped mid-thigh, leaving my creamy thighs on display. My blonde hair cascaded down my back, stopping mid-waist. The nude heels I wore, made me taller and sexier. I put on a seductive smile the moment I walked in. The stares from t
“What are you talking about?” He narrowed his eyes at me. “I've never flirted with any woman since the day I set my eyes on you.”“And you want me to believe that?” I scoffed. “That's the truth.” He made to touch my hair, but I slapped his hand off. “Why were you with your ex? Have you gotten tired of me? Is it because I'm not as beautiful as her? At least, if you will cheat on me, do so discreetly!”“My ex?” He furrowed his brows at me. “What do you mean by cheating on you with my ex?”“Don't you dare try to deny it.” I folded my arms and narrowed my eyes at him. “Star and I saw you at the mall with her.” “Pearl?” A confused frown graced his face before it turned into a smirk. “Are you jealous?”“Jealous my foot!” I glared at him. “If you are tired of me, you can tell me. There is no need to move behind my back.” Though it hurts to think of it, I won't let him know that. He chuckled. “As much as I would have loved to see your jealous face, there is something you need to know, Je
Miguel's POVI can't tell why, but I feel like something about Jewel changed. Not only did she give me the cold shoulder when we arrived home, but she didn't let me into her room, claiming she was too tired to entertain me, not that I asked her to do so. And that's the craziest part. I paid Nikki some money, to get her to tell her what her problem is, but I doubt she will be successful. I would have asked Star for help, but for some reason, she now has her entire loyalty towards Jewel. She doesn't listen to me anymore.I can tell that all the women in my house seem to be conspiring against me.Nikki was once by my side, but now, I doubt she even sees me as anything but a money-making machine. “Boss.”My Secretary knocked on the door. “Come in.”I turned my focus to the door the moment she stepped in, like a little girl trying to steal some sugar. “What's so time-sensitive that you can't speak about it on the phone? You could have used the office line," I snapped at her, feeling
Jewel's POV“We wasted precious time in going to the hospital.” Star plopped down on the couch, with her hands placed on her face as she tried not to moan in disappointment. “We wouldn't have wasted any time had I charged my phone last night.” I glanced at my phone, which is currently charging. “I believe he might have called me, only to realize my number wasn't available." “Hmm.” Star sat up, “so, what do you want to do before your husband returns?”“Homework?” I carried my backpack from the floor I dropped on when we arrived. "There are things I need to browse about. Can you—" “You are no fun," she moaned. Have I ever been any fun? Aside from the time we raced through the compound, to get out, so I can attend the weekly ball, we have never had any fun. “Is Nikki back?”“I doubt that.” She leaned back on the couch. “Should we watch a series? There's a new one I found!”“No, I —” The front door opened, and Miguel stepped in.“You are back early?” I raised a brow at him before