Lexi’s POV“What do you think we should do then?” Celine asked, I’d decided to stick around and eavesdrop even more so that I can hear the rest of their plans.“The blogger has been arrested and the moment she opens her big mouth to tell the cops that I was the one who told her to do what she did, we’re doomed and I’m sure as hell not going down alone.” She added in what sounded like some sort of threat.Listening to them talk was horrible, I wanted to storm in there and tell them that their cover had been blown as I already know that they don’t have Ivan’s best interest at heart but I thought against it because going in there was too dangerous.“We’ll do something about her, don’t worry.” Charlotte assured Celine and my fear grew. I was scared for the blogger because they probably offered her a huge sum of money for her to agree to something like that but taking care of her?What does it mean? What are they going to do to the poor girl?Focusing on hearing their plans first so that I
Lexi’s POV“Hey!” Ivan’s voice made me lift my head up from the last file I was working on. I had no idea how long I’ve been sitting behind the desk working but I was sure that it was for hours because it wasn’t until now did I start feeling the pain in my fingers and back.“You’re back,” I smiled, “I’ll just finish up with this and… done!” I added before standing up to hug Ivan, he looked stressed and he didn't need to tell me how his day went because I could already guess.Smiling, we walked out of the study together, on our way to his room Celine saw us and I didn’t miss the pure hatred and disgust in her eyes as we passed her but I also didn’t care.Ivan stood behind me as we were about to go in, I knew he was excited and in such a good mood but just when I was about to ask why he placed his palm on my eyes before opening the door.“I have a surprise for you, but you can’t see until I tell you so just keep your eyes closed and wait for my order to open them.” He finished.It was e
Lexi’s POVIvan paid when we finished eating and soon we started back home to rest for the night, although I was still hyper and wanted to spend the rest of the night exploring with Ivan.He stepped on the gas and went out of the restaurant building at full speed. I stuck my head out of the window to take a peek at the stars when Ivan took the roof of his car off.“Whoa!” I gawked as I stared at the sky, I felt like a teenage girl who was on a road trip with her first love. I never got the luxury to enjoy these things because most of the men I met were jerks and all they tried to do was have sex with me and call it quits when I said No.The car came to a halt and I swiftly turned to look at Ivan, “why are we stopping? We’re not home yet.” I pointed out and he nodded.“I know, just shut up and don’t ask questions.” He ordered before leaning into me and before I knew what was going on, the car chair had already been pushed back.“Wanna tick one thing off your bucket list?” He asked and
Lexi’s POVBreathless, Ivan and I rested our backs against the car seat as we fought to catch our breath, “that was risky.” I breathed, my eyes closed and I smiled as I remembered the crazy adventure Ivan and I just went on.“And fun.” He responded and I nodded in agreement. Ivan and I stared at our clothes in the car for a while and shrugged as Ivan continued the drive home.I’ve never had a fun night like this one and it was also the first time in more than six months that Ivan and I had spent the most time together.Pulling in the house driveway, Ivan opened the car door for me and before I knew what was happening my feet had already left the ground and a loud laugh escaped my mouth as Ivan slapped my naked ass before walking into the room.Roughly, he threw me on the bed and although I’d just had the craziest orgasm like minutes ago, I craved for more. My body still yearned for him and I knew that it was probably because of the fact that he was traveling the next day.“What do you
Lexi’s POV3 DAYS LATER.“What do you think about this chart?” Reece asked, her voice jolting me out of my deep thoughts. It’s only been three days but I can’t stop thinking about Ivan.We’ve both made it a ritual to call each other everyday since he left but that doesn’t seem to be enough for him. I want him back home but I knew I couldn’t have what I wanted unless it’s two weeks already.“Hmm,” I groaned, taking the chart from Reece as I carefully scrutinized it, “it looks good and we can start working with it but then again we need to consider other factors like where it says .5% here.” I explained to Reece and it wasn’t until I lifted my gaze did I realize that she wasn’t listening to me.“What?” I asked, raising an eyebrow as my eyes searched Reece’s for answers.“Nothing,” she shrugged but my raised eyebrow made her budge, “it’s just that you look really tired and as if that isn’t enough, you look like you really miss him.” She added, hitting the nail right on the head.She’s ri
Ivan’s POV“I miss you too, Pige,” I smiled. For some reason she hated the nickname but somehow got comfortable with it as I kept calling her.“These past two weeks without you have been unbearable but now it’s almost over and I’ll be home soon.” I assured her with a smile.I miss her too, so much that even words cannot begin to express how much I wish I could just finalize everything I came here to do so I can see her again.I can’t wait to see her, her smell, her smile and the way her eyes light up whenever she’s talking about the things she loves. I could listen to Lexi talk all day and all night without getting tired and bored and two weeks without her felt like I was in hell.She has influenced me in ways that I can never imagine, changed me in so many ways that sometimes even I am left in awe at the kind of man that Lexi had shaped me to become.I can’t wait to get back to the state and most importantly the house, smiling, I couldn’t help but remember how the same house I’m so e
Ivan’s POVAm I really ready to leave everything behind and start my life afresh?The question was a difficult one but I knew that my answer to that question is a really big yes but I’ve caused so much pain and I don’t think I’d ever stop beating myself up about it.“You need to forgive yourself, Cassian,” Ansel’s voice put a halt to my thoughts as I lifted my gaze to meet him, “it seems like the only problem you have is yourself, forgive yourself and move on.” He finished with a smile as he stood.Standing with him, Ansel patted my shoulder as we both made our way to the hotel room to get ready for our flights.“Thank you.” I said as we got to the door of our various rooms and Ansel nodded before walking into his room and I also did the same.Packing my bags, most of the things I had packed weren’t the things I came with, I’d intended to surprise Lexi so I went shopping when we finished the meeting yesterday.FLASHBACK“Do you think she’ll like this?” I asked Ansel, who was also brow
Lexi’s POVGroaning, I searched the bed for Ivan with my hands and for a moment I’d thought that I was dreaming and he isn’t really back yet but I could still smell his perfume so I knew he was really back. ‘Hey Pige, I had to leave early for work because of a really important meeting Ansel called me about but I’ll see you at the office. I love you.’The note by the bedside read and I smiled as I crawled out of bed to get ready for work. I’m really glad that he’s back and the fact that even Celine was beginning to know her place gave me some sense of peace.Sneaking out of the bedroom, I made my way to Celine’s and took a peak in her room to see that she was still sound asleep.How am I going to get the video and audio recorders I planted in her room?I’d thought that she wasn’t going to be back home last night but it turns out that I’m wrong. It’s been more than a week and I knew that there would already be some evidence.Clearing my throat, I knocked on her door gently and after a