Author’s POVKiama, Daisy, and Gemma, Anne's friends, couldn't help but look at each other nervously as Lucian appeared out of nowhere. Unaware of the tense atmosphere in the space, Anne questioned their apprehensive looks."Why do you three appear to have witnessed a ghost?" Anne asked with worry rushing through her body.Her friends responded by motioning for her to turn around while trying to discreetly communicate their point. The fact that Anne was still unable to understand their signs just made her uneasiness worse.As her frustration grew, Anne said,"What's happening? I'm scared of you."Look behind you," Daisy muttered as she leaned closer.Slowly, Anne moved her head to see what her friends were looking at. Lucian was there, in the space, his presence throwing an unexpected shadow over the group. His unexpected return caused Anne's eyes to widen as she processed it.She asked, her voice tinged with a range of emotions, "You're back?"Lucian returned her stare with a myster
Author's POV"Can you tell me more about your friends?" Lucian asked Anne as he moved closer to her and took a seat beside her.Anne told Lucian how she met her friends starting with Kiama whom she met at high school then to Daisy and Gemma whom she befriended in college. She told him all they've been through as friends and how they've got her back. She told him of their professions and Anne noticed the change in Lucian's demeanor."Don't be a scared; they only hit anyone who hurts me like my ex?" Anne said."You were in a relationship?" Lucian asked curiously."Yes I was; the night we met, I caught my fiancé as of that time with another woman on our bed in my apartment. It was so heartbreaking," Anne said."I'm...I'm so sorry about that," Lucian replied, showing signs of true concern."I went to the clubhouse that day to drink away my sorrow and that was the day you saw me and brought me to your home. Now here we are and I'm carrying your child. I could still remember how you humilia
Author’s POV“Anne, it’s not just about having common experiences,” Kiama started with a sigh. “You never know when love will creep up on you. Perhaps it began as sympathy, but it’s obvious that your feelings for Lucian have grown,” she continued.“And it’s not a negative thing, Anne,” added Gemma. “Love is a lovely and common feeling. Furthermore, we have observed the closeness between you two. There is definitely a special connection between the two of you,” she concluded.When Anne realized that her friends’ statements were accurate, she was forced to consider her developing feelings for Lucian. She had witnessed his frailty, held him during nightmares, and had private moments with him. It was becoming more and more obvious that her heart was opening up to him in unexpected ways.“I… I suppose you could be possibly right,” Anne said, her cheeks beginning to flush.“So, when are you going to tell him how you feel?” Daisy asked with a cheeky grin.In fear, Anne’s eyes widened.“Tel
Author’s POVWith his lips lightly touching Anne’s temple, Lucian mumbled,“I don’t want to hide our feelings any longer.”The eagerness in Anne’s heart caused her to nod in accord. She was aware that their shared adventure had taken an unexpected turn, but she wholeheartedly welcomed it.The storm raged outside as they clutched one other in the dimly lighted chamber. However, Anne and Lucian had discovered something more potent than any storm in the security of Lucian’s embrace—they had discovered love.In the midst of the thunder and lightning, their love story started, a tribute to how unpredictable and lovely love is in and of itself. They slept together that night, in each others warm embrace. The next morning, Anne woke up to see Lucian staring at her with so much love written on his face. The tenderness in Lucian’s eyes as he saw Anne awaken was palpable. As his lips softly smiled, his fingers delicately touched her cheek.He sighed, “Good morning, beautiful.”When Anne looke
Author's POVAnne and Lucian turned around to see the person that he dreaded the most, his ex-girlfriend, Amelia Maslow. The same one who broke his heart by cheating on him with a job contractor.Amelia was a beautiful young woman great curves; she was also heavily endowed in front and even behind. She was a model and was an ambassador for almost 12 companies. She was Lucian's girlfriend until she was caught cheating."It's you. I'm so happy to see you," she said in her annoying high-pitched voice as she tried to approach Lucian with a hug.But Lucian stretch out his hand, indirectly asking her not to come any closer and Amelia got the message."Who's this?" Anne asked, looking at the dolled up lady. Amelia gave Anne a critical glance as she shifted her attention to her. "She must be the wife. I heard that you finally got married. Before that, I heard you randomly graced your bed with several women. I couldn't believe it when I heard about your wedding. I thought it was a lie but I
Author's POV Lucian looked up with a smile but was shocked to see who had just walked in."Amelia?""Yes baby," Amelia said as she walked seductively towards Lucian.She was wearing a short, tight fitted gown that hugged all her curves. In that dress, no sane man would want to ignore her advances but Lucian wasn't moved."Why are you here? Did you lie to my secretary about being my wife?" Lucian asked."It was the only way you'd let me see you since you've been ignoring my calls and messages," Amelia answered."Look I wore your favorite gown. I remember how much you used to ask me to wear it. Aren't you turned on seeing me in it?" Amelia said, biting her lower lip seductively."Amelia, get out of my office before I call security on you," Lucian said, fighting the urge to look at her.It was true; this was the gown he loved seeing in her when they were together. Amelia for sure knew what she was doing.Lucian's office was tense as Amelia persisted in advancing her agenda despite his o
Author’s POVAnne answered the call.“Put the phone on loud speaker,” Gemma said.Anne did as she was told. She placed the phone on the table so they would all hear the caller“Aww Anny-bear, are you sad your Bulldogs won’t be around to beat me up?” Amelia mocked over the phone.“Bitch, you’re so lucky,” Daisy said.“Oh please shut up. Anyways, Anne, I called to let you know that I won’t let Lucian go. Rather you’ll leave him for me. Bye girl.”Anne’s mind raced with the implications of Amelia’s foreboding remarks as the connection was abruptly cut off by her frightening finality.As the call came to an end, Anne felt the room encircle her. Her mind was racing with wrath, fear, and bewilderment. Gemma stared into her eyes intently, waiting for an answer.Daisy hit the table with her palm as her rage flared. “Anne, this is insane! Why is she refusing to leave Lucian the f***k alone? And, why does she believe you will leave him for her?”In an effort to calm down, Anne tightened her fi
Author’s POVAnne’s heart raced and she felt more frightened as the journalists’ gasps filled the room. Lucian maintained his hard expression, clinched jaw, and determined features. The gravity of the circumstance hovered over everyone.“Ladies and gentlemen, let me give you some context before you draw any judgments from these pictures.”As all eyes turned on Lucian, the room fell into a quiet. He moved toward the platform while keeping Amelia in his sights. Anne listened intently to Lucian’s every word as she watched from her living room, her heart racing.Lucian said, “Amelia and I did have a past, and these images are in fact of us. But she’s conveniently omitting the duration and circumstances of their occurrence.”Lucian continued, his voice steady as Amelia’s assurance began to sway just a little.“These photos were taken back when we were a couple, years ago. Yes, Amelia and I did once have a romantic relationship. That was, however, before I met Anne.”Anne sensed some glimm