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A few days later, on a beautiful Monday morning, exactly one week after my father's funeral and the start of my one-week leave from work, I awoke feeling both anxious and relieved at the same time. I immediately got out of bed, went to the bathroom, took a shower, and then got dressed in a finely pressed grey suit, white trouser, and grey pant.I put on some quality deodorant, left my room, and went to the living room to meet my mother."Dear Mommy: Greetings, Mom, and I hope you had a restful night "I remarked as I approached her and gave her a cheek kiss.She gave a small smile and replied, "My night was okay, I guess."I embraced her and said, "Wow that's fantastic to hear mom, I will be returning to work today since my one week break is done and my presence is greatly needed at the workplace.""Yes, I realize that you must return to work, but I just wanted to express my appreciation for taking time out of your busy schedule to support me during those difficult times. "Thank you so
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After packing my clothes, a maid came and put my luggage in the trunk of my car. I then went downstairs to get ready to leave, ran into my mom in the parlor, said goodbye with a warm hug, and hopped in my car to head to work.When I arrived at work, I stepped down, entered the space, and sat down in my chair. I was there, lost in thought, when my PA entered and began conversing with me.Unfortunately, I was unaware that she was in front of me; it took her tapping me on the shoulder for me to realize she was there.She addressed me in the morning with a concerned "Hello, sir."I replied, "I'm OK, Donna. How was your night?""My night was cool, but if you ask me, I'd say you don't look too good this morning, sir. You look very moody, so I hope everything is okay" she said."Yes, everything is fine; I just feel a little worn out" I replied her"Would you like me to let the doctors know?" She requested.I retorted, "Nope, that won't be necessary at all, I'm OK, there's no need to worry."
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We had a viciously aggressive lovemaking session in the kitchen, and when we both ended up in bed naked, I was immediately knocked out due to exhaustion from our intense sex.The alarm went off at precisely 7 a.m., waking me from my sleep with my head spinning from the previous night's hangover. I then saw that Edna and I were both completely naked next to each other on the bed.Just then, every detail of last night's encounter with Edna started to flood back into my mind. I immediately slumped back into bed, buried my face in my hands, and said, "what have I done now".When I turned back to Edna, she was still fast asleep. I noticed how peaceful and at ease she was in bed, sleeping soundly and comfortably—exactly what she had been missing all along. At that moment, my phone rang—it was my p.a., and I quickly picked it up. "Hello Donna, nice morning, how was your night?" I said.She greeted me by saying, "Hello sir, my night was cool, nice morning sir, I hope you slept well too.""Ye
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ADRIAN "Babe, please be fast or you would miss your bus"I said while calling out to Lissa my girlfriend. She was supposed to board the next available bus to Port harcourt for a business contract meeting."I'm coming, I just need to get all the files needed for the meeting. I do not want to forget anything" she answered from the bedroom. After 2minutes, she came out looking so beautiful and stunning.Her heels made clicking sounds as it came in contact with the tiled floors of the house.I stared mesmerized at her profile."I'm sorry for keeping you waiting my love. I'm just making sure I don't forget anything important for the meeting" she said sweetly whilst fluttering her lashes at me."It's alright love. I just don't want you to miss your flight". I replied, taking strides towards her and grasping hold of her hand. We sauntered towards my car with our hands interlocked.Gearing up the engine, the car ignited and we at once hit the road. I drove her straight to the bus park.The par
THIS THING CALLED LOVE CHAPTER 2
ADRIAN POV After the church wedding, we immediately moved to the reception. It was an evening of merriment and gift for us the newly wedded couples. The Dim Burundi lit hall was lavishly furnished and decorated to match the affluent taste of people in it. Red roses formed patterns on the wall and the air had an aroma of various delicacies in the air.The reception finished at exactly 7pm in the evening.As one of the gifts, my parents booked us a penthouse in a five star hotel at the eko Atlantic city. I and Edna were driven to the hotel by a designated driver hired by my dad. In about thirty mimutes, we arrived at the grand and imperial hotel.I stepped out with Edna as she stared dewy eyed at the magnificent area.It was a glass designed hotel. Various water fountains oozing clear crystal water were situated all round the hotel's vicinity. We ambled towards the spinning glass doors of the hotel and walked in.The sweet scent of honey and cinnamon welcomed us in. The receptio
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ADRIAN POVAfter our first night together, things started falling in place for both of us as we spent our two weeks honeymoon together.I and Edna started developing great bonds for each other.It felt like we were doing the courtship we weren't opportuned to do before our marriage. We got to know each other more better, the things we love and the things we do not. It was a whole new feeling for both of us.I felt a ray of hope in our marraige. Probably I could love her more deeply than I had loved Lissa. We opened up our hearts to each other and we promised not to keep any secret from each other, we promised to be there for each other, in the good times and in the bad times.I surprised Edna by taking on her a boat cruise.l also rented us a yacht for 3 days. It was such a beautiful experience.I also took Edna on a shopping spree.At this point I was beginning a new phase of my life with Edna.I started moving past Lissa with the help of my beloved new wife Edna. Isuddenly stoppe
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ADRIAN POVThese past months had flown by in a blur. I never imagined myself to be this happy and fulfilled but with Edna by my side, everything felt so good. Everyday was a blessing to me, to her and to our family.10 months had past and my dad's company has been thriving under my reign as the new CEO. Dad was so happy to see the progress I was able to achieve in just less than a year of take over.Everything was going so smooth and easy, and also Edna have given birth to a baby boy. We named him Jason. He was as beautiful as Edna with his round brown orbs, curly hair and chubby cheeks. But one thing still bugged my thoughts and gave me sleepless nights.After getting over the whole Lissa tragedy and pain , her illusions, nightmares, and moving past her dark experience, after getting over all that, suddenly everything came rushing back again which really got me concerned and scared. And what's worse is that this time around it was even more bad than the previous ones.When I lie o
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Two days passed and we never recovered from the unfortunate incident involving me, my wife, and Lissa. I kept pleading with my wife for forgiveness. The issue reached my dad, who immediately called me for a talk because the business hadn't been doing well after that day with Lissa. However, I explained how everything had unfolded and how my emotions had gotten the better of me. He also called me and my wife for an indoor meeting where My father remarked to Edna, who was sitting next to me and was quiet and upset, "I heard what happened between the two of you Edna, which is why I had called on you both today. I had love to hear from you straight, do not leave anything unsaid simply empty your mind out."She began by saying, "Adrian has never loved me, sir," sounding as though she were going to cry, but she refrained, snorted, and continued.She remarked with tears in her eyes, "I have always done my best to help Adrian recover and also be a nice wife to him but it has never been enough
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