Corey
I shook my head, "I'm sorry to disappoint you Natasha, but I won't look for him. I'll just train this child by myself.""You're impossible, Corey," Natasha replied exasperatedly, dropping her hand towel on the center table. Obviously, she wanted to talk sense into me, but I doubted anyone could do that. "Do you know that if you don't reach out to him now you'll be rubbing both father and child their privilege?" She asked and I stared at her."What do you mean by that? What would I be robbing them of?""The opportunity for the father to know that he has a son or daughter and for the child to know that he has a father. They won't forgive you if they find out what you did. Besides, you don't have any solid reason for that." She paused and propped her arm against her chin. "Gosh! You're so impossible."I palmed my forehead as I realized that there was truth in what she said. The last thing I wanted was for my future child to hate me. Initially, I didn't think I wanted to keep the pregnancy but it was the only thing I'll have that truly belonged to me; my own child.My ex-fiancé never belonged to me neither did my former job, but this child would come out from me and wouldn't be able to deny me. That was some form of consolation."You're right, Natasha. But I won't allow him to take the child away from me." I said with a warning tone like she was related to him."Relax girl, everything will be alright. You're lucky to be the baby mama of such a wealthy man, you won't experience any more financial struggles."I rolled my eyes in disagreement. There was no way I would extort from him just because I was carrying the man's child."If it were possible, I'll find a job and train up my unborn child myself. I hate being a liability and you know that." I disagreed and she gave a mock nod."Mmmmm" She sniffed and jerked up the couch. "Something is burning."She ran to the kitchen while I burst into laughter. She had forgotten to get me the apple juice so I had to serve myself. It was already a lot for her, coming to the house to find me in a messy state and taking care of me. Sarah hadn't even gone that far from me.Everything was becoming more clear as I understood why the both of them acted the way they did. When I needed their help, they'll both become unavailable at the same time.I shook my head as if the thoughts could disappear by my mere act and stood up. I wasn't even showing yet but I felt so heavy and weak. Pregnancy wasn't my thing."This smells so good," I complimented her, my mouth watering at the aroma of the bacon and pancakes that were served on a plate."I'm good at what I do." She replied, sticking out her tongue. "Do you need your apple juice?" She asked, realizing that she didn't get it for me while I was trying to open the fridge."Yeah, I'll just take it myself. You've been busy helping me out while I thought that you are like others. Thank you for being here and I'm sorry for misjudging you." I apologized and she smiled, turning off the tap and heading towards my spot."I've known you to be a good person, it's just so sad that you've been meeting the wrong people. But I promise just like I did earlier that I won't be a part of them." She promised again and wrapped her arms around me while I leaned in, inhaling her musky scent.I pulled out of the embrace with a smirk on my face. "I wonder how you're comfortable hugging me with my bad breath. I can tell that I smell like hell." I said and we laughed."It doesn't matter. Let's just eat," She waved my opinion aside and carried the plates to the living room, placing them on the table. "Since you've agreed to talk to him, how do you intend to achieve a meeting with him personally? Or do you know where he lives?" She asked and tilted my head to the side.I had never thought of that, I realized. Maybe I had expected him to show up on my porch just like I'd watched in some romance movies."Honestly, I don't know. It was a one-night stand and I don't know where he lives. Why can't he just show up by himself?" I whined, pouting my lips like it could change the state of things.She gave me a look of resignation. "You and I know that it's impossible for him to just show up when he doesn't know you."I dug my fork into the pancake and chewed it when she asked a shocking question."What if he's married?"My eyes popped at her question. I didn't expect him to be married, he actually looked too handsome to be tied down by one woman. I scrunched up my face in disgust as I imagined him being married and still sleeping with me. Men were the same all over the world."I pray he isn't, if not I'll hate him. How could he invite me to his room when he has a wife at home?" I snickered."Don't bother yourself with his relationship status, Corey. You were heartbroken that evening and who knows, he might have had a very bad day as well." She suggested."But is that enough reason to lose your self-control?" I asked and she kept quiet, taking a bite from her pancake.After sipping her orange juice, she inhaled deeply and said, "Corey, I know this is hard on you, but you have to remember that whatever you're doing right now is for your unborn child. His personal life isn't your business."I wanted to protest but I shut my mouth and cast a glance towards the television screen. The interview was almost over and I allowed myself to have a good look at him.He looked very strong and huge as well. A perfect gentleman, he seemed with his three-piece suit and his hair dressed in a side comb-over. He was muscular and had a well-defined face, it was no wonder why his wife stayed with him. Every woman would like to have him."I thought you hated him, why are you drooling?" Natasha interrupted my analysis of him with a smug grin plastered on her face."Listen, there'll be a banquet in three days," I repeated what he had said to the woman interviewing him."That will be perfect!" She exclaimed and I took my apple juice as I waited for her to bring up a foolproof plan that won't boomerang on us."What do you think we should do? Should I attend the party?" I asked and returned my gaze to the screen, watching him elaborate on what the banquet will be about.I raked through my tangled hair. Attending the banquet wasn't a problem, but I had no expensive clothes to put on. Simplicity was my watchword so I never cared to get expensive dresses or bags when I was still working.The money in my account was just for my upkeep and with each new day, some of it got depleted. If I didn't get a job soon, I'd go broke and that was the last thing I needed."You'll have to be there, Corey. That's the only way you can get to see him." She stated and I nodded."You're right, but I don't have any good dress to wear for the event. That banquet is for the rich and elites and I'm not even close to being a part of that status." I explained and my shoulders drooped.Natasha cleared up plates while I thanked her for the food."If you're worried about what to wear I have nice dresses.""Really? Thank you," She appreciated with a broad smile on her face. "It's good that my belly isn't showing yet and it won't show until three months, but I'll have to go with my test result or he'll think I'm lying.""Of course, you'll have to," Natasha replied, sipping from her glass.Reality was glaring in my face and I wasn't sure I could pull off our plans. There'd be so many people and heaven knew that being in such a gathering wasn't very exciting for me. I loved being on my own."I feel so nervous, Natasha. What if he doesn't agree and kicks me out of the party? I'll be so embarrassed." I admitted, feeling downcast."He'll never be able to do that to you because I'll go with you as your friend and support system," Natasha said and I felt strong immediately.She would be with me, that was enough for me. The fact that I wouldn't be alone lifted my sad mood and I was so ready to meet the father of my unborn child again.Kai's POV "The banquet will go well though I miss you very much." I cooed into the phone while my Luna giggled. She was away from me while we hosted a banquet and I had to admit that it was very tasking. I was competent and capable of hosting a large banquet with my pack members and other associates as my guests, but there were some things I didn't like to do alone; this was a part of it. I'll be back soon. Whatever I'm here for will benefit the both of us, so just do your best. I love you. My lips stretched into a smile as I declared my undying love for her over the phone and ended the call. Standing before my wall mirror, I straightened the collar of my black tuxedo, remembering how Tracey would have been so eager to do it. Everything was in place, I observed. So I snatched my car keys and headed for the event center. No doubt, the party will be carried by the media as usual. If only they knew that half of the guests were not humans, we would have been banished or placed under
Corey's POV "Girl, you look good.." Natasha said for the umpteenth time as I stared at my reflection in the mirror. I nodded my head in agreement as I never thought that I could look so beautiful. Natasha helped with my makeup and dress. Till this moment, I couldn't remember the last time I was glammed up. Parties weren't my thing apart from when I felt like having fun at the club with my friend and ex. My outing had a mission and I hoped that it would be successful. Even If it didn't, I had a certificate that could get me a job. All I needed was time to search for one. "Thank you, Natasha. You really went all the way to make me look beautiful. Ryan would give anything to have me looking so attractive tonight if he sees me." I chirped, playing with my hair as I imagined how he would react to my dress. Natasha had more slutty dresses than I did. I preferred looking modest in my appearance so revealing outfits didn't appeal to me, but it didn't stop me from putting on the dress she
Corey's POV Natasha's incessant questions were beginning to annoy me. "Can we just leave? I'll explain everything when I get home." I demanded and she kept mute, walking behind me quietly. For someone who was on heels, I walked very fast, eager to leave the premises and stay away from the stranger. Why couldn't he accept what I'd told him? There was no need for me to wait for him after he had berated me. "Slow down, Corey. Don't forget that you are pregnant and the child in your womb doesn't need to be stressed." Natasha chided me and I scoffed, setting myself at ease in the backseat. I couldn't drive and there was no way Natasha would allow me to or I'd end up killing the both of us. "I'm trying to be calm, Nats." I shortened her name, liking how short and precise her name rolled out from my lips. "Nats? I like it though." She chuckled, while I eyed her from the corner of my eye. "But what happened with him? You were so eager to meet with him before you left the house, why has t
Kai's POV As I left her house, I felt a deep feeling of satisfaction with how I dealt with the issue. My ability to think quickly was one of the reasons my pack respected me and honoured me. Being an Alpha was tasking and I wouldn't lead them successfully if I didn't watch my father deal with several issues. Those learning periods were the times I detested as I didn't have enough time to play around and have fun with my playmates. Everything paid off, and I owed whatever I achieved to my father majorly. My phone rang and I smiled when I realised who the caller was. Tracey and I hadn't spoken since the night before. Till now, I wasn't able to tell her about the woman who claimed to be pregnant for me. Suspense claimed a greater part of my mind as I wondered who the child would belong to. I wanted the child to be mine even though it would hurt Tracey if she eventually found out, but the desire to have a successor had overridden my sense of judgement. I stared at my phone screen, s
Corey's POV I sat down on the couch to ponder on what Kai had said. His proposal was based on logic and he had more to lose than me. If he took me in and the child turned out to be for my ex, he'd have spent a lot of money taking care of the both of us. My concern was what would happen if the child wasn't his. If I was to live under his care, it meant joblessness and dependency on him. I hated to be in both states but there was no feasible option yet. I needed to take a walk and have a breath of fresh air, then I remembered that I still had some cleaning to do. I couldn't let anyone find out how unkempt my house was again so I began to clean. It was stressful cleaning the rugs and furniture but determination was one thing that was never missing in my life. After the house became sparkling, I smiled in fulfilment. My stomach grumbled, reminding me that I hadn't eaten any solid food. There was a little human growing in me that I had to feed so I quickly had my bath and rushed out o
Kai's POV My phone dinged for the umpteenth time and I quickly checked the notification for Corey's message or call but hissed in disappointment when I realised that it was just some unimportant message. It had been the case since Corey decided to be unresponsive about my proposal. Other ladies would have jumped at the opportunity of having me take care of them till they gave birth to the child, but she acted like she didn't give two cents about my money. Her action had convinced me that she wasn't really interested in my money. I stared at the documents on my table as I kept remembering when she told me about her pregnancy. My attention was divided as I just wanted to get a call from her. Each day, the possibility that she could be with my child became more real and that got me unsettled. "Arrggh!!" I growled and jerked up my chair. There was only one way I could end the suspense she kept me in and that was by visiting her again. If that's what she wanted then I had to see her.
Corey's POV Natasha and I walked out of my apartment, ready to go to the supermarket. I wore a pair of blue jeans that fit tightly to my skin and a tank top with a pair of flats. I wasn't showing, yet I felt that people could know that I was pregnant if I revealed my belly too much. While thinking of the pregnancy, I remembered Kai's proposal. Since he left, I didn't make an effort to reach out to him because I was confused and uncertain. Also, the idea of being in comfort and having it taken away from me if the baby wasn't mine repulsed me. I tucked some of the stubborn strands of my hair that strayed behind my ear and turned to see some of the men at the apartment adjacent to mine. They looked big but rough and I wondered how they were allowed to disturb the territory with their noise.I had almost looked away when I noticed Kai, standing in their midst."Speaking of the devil," I muttered under my breath and glanced at Natasha who was focused on starting the car. He wasn't
Kai's POV I've never had issues with Tracey picking up my call, but today I did. How on earth was I going to tell her that she shouldn't have picked up that call? She was already livid as it seemed, so I had to be careful so that I wouldn't step on hot coals. "Who called, Tracey?" I asked softly, watching her reaction as she clasped her fingers together and stomped her feet on the floor continuously. She regarded me with a glare and looked away while I approached her slowly. Her frown made me regret leaving my device in the living room when I went to freshen up in the bathroom. "Answer me, Tracey. Who called and why are you so riled up?" I reiterated and then she stood up, showing me the caller while my fingers balled into fists. "Now you know, right? So tell me, how long has this been going on? A year, some months? Tell me!" She demanded. At that point, I contemplated telling her the truth. Though she looked livid and ready to make the house fall, I couldn't just think of anyth