Emma and Eric both arrived at a small duplex at the outskirts of Los Angeles. They entered the small gate into the compound. Eric parked the car. Emma stepped out of the car and surveyed the entire place.
From the looks of it, Emma could tell that the duplex was quite old. "Whose house are we at Eric?". She asked. Eric smiled and hugged her from behind. "This is my great grandparents's house". Eric repiled as he was perceiving her scent while cradling his face on her neck.Emma moaned softly. "It's quite old and yet it still hasn't lost its homely touch". Emma said. She could only hear Eric humming. He was still cardled with his face on her neck."Let's go in Eric. Imagine if any of your relatives walks out and sees us like this". Emma said. Eric looked up and turned her around to face him. "Everyone knows that you are my future wife in just two days". Eric smiled. Emma nodded and she gasped when his hand held her waist and pulled her towards his body and they both walked towards the door. Eric pressed the door bell.The door opened and a middle aged woman came out. She was a stranger to Emma. She hadn't met or seen her before. The woman's eyes landed on Eric first and pulled him into a tight hug. "Hello aunt Sasha".Eric said smiling. Sasha then diverted her eyes to the stranger by her nephew's side.She saw Eric's hand on her waist. She then figured out that she was her nephew's fiance. "You must be Emma right?". She asked. Emma nodded with a smile. Sasha then pulled her into a hug. "Welcome Emma. You are so beautiful. Eric is a lucky man". Sasha said after pulling away from her.Emma smiled at her compliment. She was beginning to feel confident. One of his relatives had already taken a liking to her so the others will also make feel comfortable. Sasha made way for them to walk in."Look who's here everyone!". Sasha announced. Emma and Eric followed Sasha to the dining room. It was spacious. Emma walked into the dinning room and her eyes couldn't believe what she saw.The dining table was filled with many people. Men, women, teens and kids. She couldn't identify everyone in a day. She walked closely behind Eric. Everyone was chattering away. None of them had noticed Eric and Emma's presence.Sasha loudly cleared her throat and it caught everyone's attention. Their eyes turned towards them. Particularly towards Emma. Emma gulped. She greeted them. Some smiled at her while others glared."Okay everyone. Meet Emma. My fiance and future wife". Eric said. An elderly man and woman got up from their seats. They were Eric's parents. His mother Laura hugged Emma. "Welcome my dear. We are so happy that you could make it". She said. David, Eric's father came next and hugged Emma.Laura guided Emma to the dining table. She drew out a chair for her and she sat down. Eric sat next to her. The dining room suddenly became silent again. Everyone's eyes were glancing at Emma carefully and not to get noticed.Welcome Emma. We were all waiting to see Eric's choice and based on your appearance, I think that he did well". Madeline, Laura's elder sister spoke. "Am I am Madeline by the way. Am Eric's big aunt". Madeline added.Emma nodded politely. "I don't think my cousin tried at all. I mean look at her. She looks so simple". Gwen repiled. She was Madeline's daughter. Eric rolled his eyes. Madeline and Gwen were like two peas in a pod. They were snobbish and arrogant."I think she is a lovely girl". Sasha commented. Eric thanked her with his eyes. At least one person liked his choice. He glanced at Emma who was beginning to feel uncomfortable. He held her hand close to his tightly. "What do you do my dear". John, Madeline's husband asked.Emma looked confused at the question. "Am a waitress by profession sir". Emma repiled calmly. Gasps and shocks were heard at the dining table. "What! A waitress. You call that a profession? Eric, what's wrong with you? How can you choose a girl with a useless job as your wife?". Gwen asked in shock. Emma narrowed her eyes and turned to Eric.He never informed his family about her work. Eric couldn't look her in the eyes. "Eric? Is these true". Laura asked. "You told us that she has a very good job that pays her well and that you too working together will strengthen you guys financially". Laura said shocked.David turned towards Laura and tapped her shoulders. "Yes he told us. I think that she did what she could". He said. Laura didn't listen to her husband's words and turned to Emma. "Emma? Why did you take up the job of a waitress. I mean there are many better jobs out there. With your degree. Maybe you didn't come out with a good degree but still..I still feel that you could have applied for a better job". Laura spoke looking at Emma. "Mum please! Let's not discuss this anymore okay? I brought her here because you all have been insisting on me to introduce her to you guys. I didn't except such a welcome from you all". Eric repiled angrily."Nobody is insulting her Eric". John said. "It sure looks like it". Eric defended feeling annoyed. "We are just concerned about you Eric. We want what's best for you. That's all sweetie". Madeline spoke."I agree with Eric. It's not appropriate for us to judge her because of her job. And besides she's also beautiful". George, Gwen's younger brother spoke. "Thank you George". Eric smiled.Emma began to feel out of place. She began to wish internally that the ground beneath her would open and swallow her whole. She really needed to get out of here. Gwen rolled her eyes at her brother's statement. "Being beautiful doesn't pay the bills George and you of all people should know that". Gwen said. George remained silent. "Tell us Emma. Why did you decide to take up the job as a waitress when you are a graduate?". Madeline asked.Emma turned towards Eric with questioning eyes. He never informed his family about her. Whenever she had asked him if his family knew about her past and her situation, he always told her that his family already knew about her life and they accepted her the way she was. This means that he lied to her. Eric had never lied to her before.She shooked her head. If he lied about this. How was she supposed to cope with his family's taunts. "Emma? Please answer our question". Laura said. Emma immediately turned to her and gulped.Eric held her hand and stood up. "She doesn't have to explain anything mum. It doesn't matter what job she is doing. What matters is that I love her and I will marry her and take care of her and her brother!". Eric spoke up. Emma felt betrayed at this moment. She needed to leave this place immediately."Her brother?". Laura narrowed her eyes. Emma also looked up and faced Eric. He also hid the truth about Miles as well. Her eyes couldn't hold in her tears anymore. Her tears started pouring out. She quickly wiped her tears immediately not before Gwen seeing her. "What's wrong Emma. Did I see you tearing up just now?". Gwen asked smirking."Emma! What does Eric mean by your brother?". Laura turned towards Emma. "Mum. w....". Eric was cut off. "No Eric I want Emma to answer my question. Can someone tell me what's going on?". Laura said, her voice getting louder a bit. The whole dining area went silent again. Everyone's eyes darted towards Emma.Emma heaved a sigh. " I will answer all of your questions Mrs Laura". She spoke in a low tone. Eric held her hand but his hand was pushed away. She looked at him with disappointment in her eyes. Eric looked away. Emma turned towards Laura and heaved another sigh. "I have a younger brother who is only seven years old. His name is Miles. My parents died when I was sixteen and Miles was just a year old. I had finished high school and about to enter college through a scholarship. But I couldn't be selfish and think of myself. I needed to take care of my brother. We had no one. No family to call our own. I had to take up my brother's responsibility. So I dropped out from applying for scholarship into college and got a job as a waitress to support my brother's education and basic needs." Emma spoke and took in breaths before she continued. "You were asking why I didn't get any job other than that of a waitress. Well it's because I didn't go to college. Am not a graduate". Emma concluded fighting her tears from gushing out."What! You aren't a graduate! Oh my God!". Madeline said with a gasp. Laura's eyes towards Emma turned into disgust. "Seriously Eric. Really you couldn't find a suitable girl with at least a degree. Are all the girls finished that you had to settle for an illiterate". Gwen spoke up in disgust as well. "Gwen enough!". Eric shouted at her."She's not wrong Eric. You lied to me and your father. You told us that she was a good woman with a good job to support you financially. You didn't tell us that she wasn't a graduate and the most shocking thing of all, you are also taking her brother's responsibility on your shoulders as well." Laura spoke out angrily. "Please Laura. Emma is still seating here". Sasha said. "And so? She has to know what is happening. As it is Eric is working at a good company but doesn't have a good position. He takes care of himself and also his parents. He also assists George with his small business as well. With Emma and her brother, Eric won't manage at all with his small salary". Madeline snorted.Emma couldn't take anymore of their insults and stood up. "Emma". Eric called to her. Emma looked at him with teary eyes and walked towards the door. "I don't want this wedding to take place!".Laura shouted. "Quiet Laura!". David warned her. Emma ran out of the house in tears. She opened the gate and ran. She came towards the highway. She was continuously running. She didn't hear the beep of a car horn.She was constantly running and flew up. A car had hit her. She fell on the hard ground and lost consciousness. The door opened and Rojas walked out. He saw that it was her and went to the car to inform his boss. The back door opened immediately and Damien jumped out. He ran towards her. His heart fell out from his chest. She was bleeding profusely from her head and her white skin had scratches.He picked her up in bridal style and rushed her towarda the car. "Start the car Rojas! To the hospital!". Damien shouted. They entered and Rojas pulled the car's gear and they drove off. Hope you all liked the chapter. Don't forget to like,comment and follow my page. There's an upcoming twist on the way. Till then. Bye.They arrived at the nearest hospital within fifteen minutes. Damien carried Emma and walked fastly towards the hospital. Some nurses who were at the entrance rushed towards him.Others brought a stretcher from inside. They urged Damien to place her on the stretcher. He obliged and placed her carefully. "She needs medical attention quickly!". Damien said in a state of panic. The nurses rolled the stretcher as fast as they could towards the OT.She had lost a lot of blood. Damien was panicking all through. "Where's the fucking doctor?!". He asked the nurses. "Here's not in the hospital at the moment Mr Damien". One of them repiled.Damien's eyes grew red with rage. He pulled his hair harshly. He wiped his face with both his hands and heaved a long sigh. "Rojas!". He screamed. Rojas was in front of him in less than two minutes."I want you to arrange for the best doctor for Emma urgently!". He told him. Rojas nodded and made a few phone calls. Damien walked towards her. "Hurry Rojas! She
Damien continued to stare at her sleeping position. She was sleeping so peacefully. She was like a sleeping beauty. Her brown hair's lock was on her face. It was in the way and stopping him from fully admiring her face. He gently brushed her brown locks away from her face.His lips parted and curved into a genuine smile. She was his drug in calming him down. He wished for her eyes to be opened. He wanted to stare at her doe blue eyes. Her eyes held all the innocence in them and he wanted to protect and shield her from the cruelties of this world. He had almost lost her today and vowed to never leave her side.The door slightly opened. Damien heard the noise and turned towards the door. Rojas walked in. "All the arrangements have been made for Emma boss". He said to Damien. Damien nodded and turned towards his sleeping angel. He slowly caressed her face. She had scratches all over her face. His heart whimpered in pain within seeing her in a terrible condition.He stood up and heaved a
"Wait Emma! Don't go!". He called out to her with all his might. He even stretched forth his hand at her disappearing body but couldn't reach her. She turned with a smile before she vanished. Damien woke up and screamed her name. He had dreamt of her again. He sighed and covered his face with both his palms.He looked down between his legs. His dick was already a boner. He had the same erotic dream again about Emma pleasuring him all night long. He got off from his bed and walked towards the bathroom. He washed his face thoroughly and stared at the mirror in front of him. His thought went towards the next room close to his. He wondered how she was doing. He moved towards the bath and took a quick shower.Today was an important day for him. Today would change everything for him and her. The elderly maid picked out his clothes for the day as usual and he wore them quickly. He tightened his tie while staring at the mirror. He smiled and was looking forward to today's meeting. He walked o
Damien straightened his face. Eric's words were ringing in his head. you can love but you can't force love. He didn't care if Emma didn't love him. It was only now, with time, she will fall in love with him just the same way he fell in love with her.Rojas walked into his office. "Everything has been done according to your wish boss". Damien smiled. There wasn't any obstacle left in separating him from Emma. He would easily win her over with his charms. If only he knew what trials awaited him from now. He informed Rojas about what to do next before he walked out of the hospital.His phone began to ring. It was the nurse at home taking care of Emma. He instantly picked up the call. "Hello, is she alright?". He asked feeling agitated. "No sir. She is perfectly fine. In fact I called you to deliver the good news. She is awake sir". The nurse repiled. Damien sighed in relief and happiness filled him whole. "Am on my way right now!". He said and stood up. He gathered his belongings and lef
Shock was evident on Emma's face. Was he forcing her to stay here. That's not like him at all. She slowly got up from the bed and walked towards him. She looked into his green eyes. "What do you mean by am not leaving this place?" She asked him. Damien straightened his face. "Exactly as you heard Emma". He repiled. He looked towards Sapphire. "Please give us privacy". He said calmly. Sapphire nodded and stepped out of the room. After she left, Emma turned to him. "Damien? What's going on? Am very grateful for your help and i promise to pay you back every penny but you can't force me to stay here". Emma said. "And where will you go back to or whom? Is it Eric?". He gritted his teeth and held her tightly.Emma was shocked and was in pain. "After what that bastard did to you. You still want to go back to him!". His voice became louder. Emma whimpered in pain. "You're hurting me again Damien". She hissed. Damien couldn't care and waited for an answer. "Answer me!". He shouted all the mor
The nurse was checking on Emma. She was puzzled by her sudden action of falling unconscious. She knew that something bad must have happened with her and only one person could be blamed for this but she dared not to speak a word and just focused on her job. Damien was standing by the doorway watching Emma with worried eyes. He regretted threatening her and stressing her out. He brushed his face with both his palms and waited patiently for the nurse to complete her checkup on her.After completing her checkup, she turned around towards Damien. Damien walked towards her and inquired about Emma. "How is she?". He asked. "Mr Damien, she just woke up after a fatal accident and any stress on her could be harmful for her brain. Right now all she needs is rest and nothing more". She repiled slightly angry. Damien nodded. She excused herself and walked out of the room.Damien's gaze went towards her once again. He walked to her slowly and arrived by the side of the bed and sat down beside her.
Emma remained still in her spot. She stopped fighting him. She was too weak for that. She already knew fighting him would proof to be fatal for her health and she needed to be well for Miles's sake. Damien saw how weak she was and loosened his hold on her. He sighed and carried her in bridal style.He walked up the stairs and arrived at her room. He walked in and carefully placed her on the bed. Emma stared at him all the way. Damien caught her gaze. "Do you want to ask me something?". He asked. Emma shooked her head and asked to see Miles. "Miles is fine and playing in his new room. You need to get better and be quiet now!". He ordered in a loud tone. Emma shrieked in fear and nodded. The last thing she wanted was to anger him more as it would prove fatal for her or her brother.She lied on the bed and turned around and forced herself to sleep. She closed her eyes but immediately opened them as she felt the bed sink. She gasped as a pair of big hands went and wrapped around her small
The nurse was shocked after hearing Emma's confession. She had never imagined that she was locked here and forced to live here. Emma sobbed continuously and held her begging her with tears streaming down her cheeks. "Please save me! Help me and my brother to escape from here". Emma pleaded. The nurse was still in shock and stared at her. "Are you saying that Mr Damien is forcing you to stay here?". She asked. Emma nodded. The nurse couldn't believe what she was hearing right now. Sure Damien was a bit hot and short tempered but he would never stoop so low. " I can't believe this. Mr Damien helps the world. He is very generous and would never do such a thing. He even helps in sponsoring the hospital where I work". She repiled. "He is a gem of a person". She continued. Emma shooked her head in denial. "He is not the kind man you think he is. I also used to think so about him. I thought he was a kind and honest man but he is not. I have seen his true colours. Please believe me". Emma rep