Lucas’s POV“You are late.” My father grumbled as I sat down in the seat next to him. The disappointment in Penelope’s eyes as she stared at me from across the table didn’t go missed. It seemed like she had purposely made sure the seat next to her was left empty. Too bad for her I wouldn’t be entertaining her anymore and it was all thanks to Bella. “So can you tell us why you called an emergency meeting during the party?” Russell asked in annoyance. Penelope’s sad gaze had me smirking at her before I was looking away and turning my attention back to every one in the room. I leaned forward and rested my elbows on the table as I explained why I called the meeting. “I found out who Bella’s mother planned on having her marry.” Of course the commotion would pick up instantly making it nearly impossible to say anything. Unlike my father and Victor I would allow everyone to argue. I sat patiently and waited for everyone to realize that I still didn’t tell them who she was suppose to ma
Lucas’s Pov I reluctantly looked at Penelope and the way her eyes sparkled had me on the verge of walking out of this office. I refused to be with her and no contract would change that. “Of course.” She stated softly as her eyes never left me. “See. Penelope can marry Cameron while being Lucas’s mistress on the side.” Aaron stated confidently. “That would solidify our partnerships even more.” Russell added not seeming against the idea. I looked at Cameron and the smirk that he made towards me said it all. “I’m okay with that.” Cameron stated as he stared at me in a challenge. A huge smile formed on my face because he thought he had gotten what he wanted and had cornered me into a corner. “So what do you say?” My father asked me. I closed my eyes as I asked myself why I was even here. I was the most powerful one in this room and could just leave and accept a lose in revenue. I had everything but that’s right Victor had no common sense and because of that he had to erase Bella’s
Lucas’s Pov The ringing in my ears had me closing my eyes and taking a deep breath in. Penelope’s cry as I sat rigid had me groaning from pain. I set my head on the table as I tried to get through the pain in my head. Even though I knew I would heal fast it hurt like hell.“Why would you do that?” She cried as a hand went to my head. I tried to shrug away from the persons touch but something hit me hard and had me going in and out of consciousness. “My son has let the power get to his head and he will learn that he will not disrespect anyone in this room.” My father stated confidently. I could only laugh at myself as the reality of everything hit me full force. My father hit me with a blunt object twice because I didn’t want to cheat on my wife. He didn’t love me even a little bit. Penelope’s hands were touching and rubbing all over my head and back and I could only stay frozen as I tried to deal with the pain. “It’s going to be okay.” Penelope whispered as her lips touched m
Liam’s Pov “What do you mean she no longer has her memories?” My father asked as he looked up from the documents he was reading. I looked around the living room not really wanting to talk about it in here just in case prying ears were listening “Relax only the maids are here.” My father stated like that would make me feel any better. My mother looked up from her cup of tea with a glum expression on her face. She pulled her feet closer to my father who didn’t seem pleased that she had her feet on his custom made leather couch. Paying no attention to my father she delicately set the white piece of china down as she stared at me in pity. I already knew where this was going and all I could do was let her speak. “Liam hunny, you have to stop this and move on because it’s not healthy.” She pleaded gently. I narrowed my eyes as I sat down across from them in the brown leather chair. A maid came forward and set a cup of coffee down that I would not be indulging in. “I know what I
Bella’s Pov I pressed my lips together as the butler took my suitcase out of Lucas’s black car silently. I wanted to carry my own things in but Lucas was clear that he paid someone to do it. All I could do was watch. “Make sure you put that in our room.” I rushed out. The butler bowed his head and quickly carried it up the grey steps. I looked up at the two story house and sighed. I loved that our house was smaller and it was more modern. Lucas said that there was only 6 bedrooms and that made me ecstatic. I looked at the white bricks and black trimming and tried to see myself waking up inside every day. I had no time to prepare for this move and it had me feeling overwhelmed. This felt too sudden. I would’ve thought that they would slowly transition me but I didn’t even get a warning. I had woken up this morning in disappointment because Lucas was no where to be found. He had told me that he would be next to me when I woke up but he had lied. When I got up in anger and storme
Lucas’s Pov A small smirk played on my lips as I raised an eyebrow at all of the colorful boxes and bags that had been brought into my office by my lovely wife. “I only have a few more.” Bella huffed as she brought another handful of bags into my office and set them down. I looked at the little walk way and chuckled. At least she made sure to left me a path to get out. She seemed like she was out of breath and looked flushed from all the running back and forth as she walked in with a huge box that had me furrowing my brows. “Did you buy the whole store?” I asked as I closed my laptop and set my elbow on my desk. She looked at me with a pout as she set it down. “I bought things from multiple stores.” She stated defiantly. A small smile formed as I stared into her eyes. She was too determined to show me all the clothes that she bought so instead of staying and entertaining me she was turning back around with a purpose. “You know you’ll have to take everything to our room?” I a
Liam’s Pov The anger that I felt towards my father was tangible. Everyone in this room could probably see the fire that was blazing in my eyes because I was not subtitle like my father wanted me to be. No I was furious and I couldn’t hold in that fury. We had came into this meeting with every single card in our hand just to give them all to Victor. We had done nothing wrong and out of fear of losing billions my father gave in to everybody and agreed to work with them. “Can I leave?” I mumbled in annoyance. They had gotten off of the phone with Lucas over two hours ago and still he wasn’t here. “Liam.” My father grounded out in anger. I groaned as closed my eyes not wanting to deal with anyone. I had not agreed to this ridiculous meeting nor did I agree to just let Lucas be happy with Bella. “He said he’s on his way.” Lucas’s father stated in annoyance. I pressed my lips together as I leaned back into my seat. Lucas coming would not benefit us. Every single discussion we had ea
Bella’s Pov (3 days later) I gave a small pout as I set my fork down and looked over at Lucas. “Can you atleast tell me what’s wrong?” I asked in frustration. He looked at me with his glumly eyes before looking back down at his soup that he had not touched. A curse left me as I waved the made over. She was quick to scurry my way and bow her head. “Get him something else.” I ordered in frustration. She gave a slight nod and went towards the kitchen without a word. I looked at Lucas’s furrowed brows as he stirred his soup and felt flustered. I had thought that a vegetable soup would make him feel better but now instead of being silent, he was playing with his food and not touching it. “Can’t you at least tell me what’s wrong?” I asked in frustration. He had not spoken since the meeting he went to. I had assumed that something had happened so I allowed him his space but now that it had been three days and he hadn’t talked yet I couldn’t take it. When he still didn’t say anything I