I sat on the chair, waiting for Denzel to come. Rehan's house was more homely than I thought. There were toys everywhere and framed baby photos of their kids hanging on all sides of the wall.
I was offered wine but declined because I had enough at the house party. I picked up my phone and scrolled through the photos Denzel and i took at the bridge. They were so stunning, I was starting to think I could be a model.
"Sheldon, she wants to see you." Rehan said standing at the landing of the stairs. Mutely, I followed him up to Lena's room.
She was lying on the bed, wasted and her face dug on the mirror.
"Are you alright?" I asked softly and she grabbed my wrist.
"My earrings. I put them in your purse when we were still at the house. Can I have them back?" She asked stretching her hand.
I nodded and checked my purse. Her diamond earrings were in there. I took them and put it back in her palm.
"Here you go." I said smiling at her.
"I'm going to be In so much trouble." She chuckled maniacally.
I blinked twice wondering what she's talking about.
"I don't regret it though. It felt good to get away once. Without thinking about this goddamn family." She added.
"Okay, you're starting to talk too much. Let me relieve your of this dress." I laughed unzipping her dress. I was halfway gone when my eyes got on her skin filled with red scars of lashes.
"Oh my God! Who did this to you?" I yelped unable to stare at it for more minutes. I reached for my phone and clicked some photos of it before putting it in my bag.
"No, pull the zip back up." She grumbled with sleepy eyes. I obliged and pulled it up with shaky hands.
"You haven't answered my question. Who did this to you, Lena?" I asked sternly.
She murmured something incoherent and turned away from me.
"It's..."
"Denzel is here." Rehan's strong voice caught her off. I stepped away from Lena before leaving the room. He shut the door behind us. I was starting to feel nauseous.
Everything he suddenly does is suspicious to me. He wasn't who i think he is.
I reached the living room to see Denzel standing and waiting.
"Let's go." He ordered not making eye contact. I followed him slowly.
When we were in his car, I showed him the photos In my phone. "Did you receive the pictures we took? They're so pretty, right?"
"That was a complete waste of time." He mumbled under his breath. "We are both going on a business trip. I was forced to bring you along."
"What? When?" I rasped.
"We leave first thing tomorrow. I already have our documents ready. Just pack your clothes and find a place to keep your cat." He answered huskily.
"Alright, then. I can't wait. It's gonna be so much fun. Luckily, I do not have any lectures tomorrow. We can pull this off."
Denzel chuckled, throwing his head backwards. "Actually, we are going to be there for two weeks. We are meeting ambassadors and investors. It will take time to meet all of them separately."
"Oh." I mouthed.
I picked up Candy the next morning and took her to Birdie and Cali's. At least they were always home and would watch him.
Back In the plane, I feasted on the wine that was served while Denzel was on a call that was taking forever to end. He wasn't speaking to me but I was too excited to shut up. I made the hostess take pictures of me with all over the first class. I even sat on an angry Denzel for the finishing touches.
Minutes later, he asked me to send those photos so he could show off to people on his friend's list, especially his father.
I wanted to tease him but decided to cut him some slacks.
A cab took us to the hotel where Denzel booked a suite. We had to stay together, that irked me considering he hasn't been talking much. There was a large bed next to the wall. Big enough to contain five people.
I threw myself on it and felt how firm and soft it was.
"Get up, Sheldon. We have to go to the company's welcome brunch at the restaurant." Denzel beckoned as he took his luggage to the wardrobe.
"Really? Can't I just enjoy the warmth of this bed." I cooed.
"Get up. They must be waiting for us now."
I dragged myself out of the bed and watched Denzel change his shirt to a grey sweater. We left the suite together and then through the elevator.
Seeing the kids on at the lobby, I turned to Denzel.
"How many kids would you like to have?"
"Not many." He said so lowly that i almost didn't hear him.
Reaching the bar, I held his hand so i wouldn't lose sight of him.
"That girl is my ex." Denzel said pointing toward a lady at the counter. She had beautiful long legs and rich hair. Her smile was blinding as she spoke to another woman she was with.
I almost choked on the orange juice i was sipping from. It wasn't because Denzel sounded chatty but because of the goddess he was talking about.
"She's hot. Why did you break up with her?" I blurted.
"It was in highschool, remember? I just dated her because she was popular but awfully boring to be with." He hushed back.
I hit him at the back. "She doesn't look bad at all. You could have wived her, dude."
"I heard she's getting married to a governor's son. I don't wanna ruin that." He shrugged.
The lady looked at us and I bet she knew we were gossiping about her.
She raised her glass at Denzel and he returned the favor.
"Do you still like her?" I asked watching his facial expression.
"We are good friends." He grinned still watching her.
I rolled my eyes and ordered another drink.
Next, we joined the welcome brunch at the restaurant. It was just us against six businessmen in suit and two businesswomen. They were nice and acknowledged me In such a way, I was left speechless.
When the familiarities were over, Denzel and I went to the beach. He didn't want to go in the first place but when I let him know that i had invited the others, he couldn't refuse.
We strolled to the beach together and he couldn't stop complaining that he wasn't ready for this. I stopped at a store and bought suncream, towel and a big umbrella.
I just couldn't wait to get out. It was better than being locked up in the suite doing nothing.
We meet up with the other business partners at their spot. The two women were here. And out of the six men, only two honored my invite. I liked It anyway.
Denzel sat on a chair while I applied suncream on his arms and legs.
"Want to play volleyball with me?" I asked him when the two women got a ball.
"I'd rather go into the sea and drown." He grumbled like a teenager.
"And I'll happily watch you drown." I replied smiling. I started running toward the set up and we started playing. I was happy getting a breath of fresh air. Being at the beach was always fun. The best part was watching Denzel lie there like a King. He was avoiding dirt like it would kill him.
I eventually got thirsty and excused myself to get a drink. I took the glass of juice on the seat next to Denzel. I sipped through the straw. He opened his eyes and glared at me.
"That's my drink and you should know that you just sucked on my straw. You now have my kiss." He said wearing a smug.
"That's impossible. I'm sure your lips tastes better than this straw." I teased.
"I'm going to get another drink." He brushed me off. I giggled as he walked away.
An hour later, I was lying on Denzel's chair and listening to the waves. The business partner had gone to their booked rooms. I was left alone and waiting for Denzel who still hasn't returned from getting the drink.
Suddenly, he showed up with the drink in his hand.
"Sorry, I took long. I met her." After speaking, he stood aside and I saw his ex behind him.
"Hi, Denzel already told me about you. Nice to meet you, beautiful." She giggled.
"Thanks, Nice to meet you to."
We both shook hands.
"I'm surprised Denzel actually found someone sane enough to be with him." She chortled throwing her head both ways.
"We all have our better half somewhere out there." I replied taking Denzel's hand and wrapping it around my waist.
"Your accent reminds me of someone. Denzel, where did she grow up?" She asked pointing.
"Huh?" Denzel whispered, looking lost. He doesn't know.
His silence was only for a second before the sound of his phone ringing blared out the awkward atmosphere.He excused himself to take the call. I was relieved that he didn't expose us."Nice talk. I'll see you around, Sheldon." The ex cheerfully said before leaving. I gathered my stuff and left the beach as well. On getting to the reception with Denzel, we both received gift bags from the staff. I was excited and couldn't wait to see what was in them.At the suite, I had already emptied my gift bag on the bed to see the items. It was a body spray, some towels and golden earrings."This is what I got. What about yours?" I asked Denzel when he sat still watching me."I don't know. I haven't checked." He breathed out."Fine, let me check them, then." I offered reaching for his bag."You can have it. Whatever is In there." He suddenly said, sounding cold and irritated."I didn't want to have them. I just wanted to see what's inside.""You've had my father, my cousin, what is stopping you
"This is stupid, I shouldn't be taken your damn advice. I don't know if this meeting and trips is worth the risk and time." Denzel complained as we went to the conference hall together. He was dressed in his formal suit and ready to go with his phones and laptop in his hand.Last night was difficult to live through considering what's going on in his office."Trust me on this. You're making the right decision. Your father should be man enough to control things while you're not there." I encouraged."I turned my phone on silent so that I wouldn't get his phone calls about arresting you." He grumbled."You should know he has always wanted me out of his family. We can't blame him." I replied, grinning.The meeting started and like a champ, Denzel convinced the team to invest in his new project. For the first time in a while, I was happy to be his fiance. When the meeting was over, I didn't expect Denzel to hug me tightly because of how successful it went.A few days later, we were on our
A calm song was playing from the speakers in the clinic. I waited patiently in the bathroom to see the results of the pregnancy test I took.Waiting for a lab result will take more time so I decided to try the two options I had. After scrolling through my phone for a couple of minutes, I finally looked into the kit lying on the sink.Shivers ran through me as I peered at the object. My heart racing on what could be the outcome of this."Negative," I whispered to myself, loving that word for the first time. I wasn't expecting a baby anytime soon. I wasn't experiencing pregnancy symptoms. I took the kit and stepped outside of the bathroom after washing both hands."It's negative!" I cheerfully said waving it before Hunter who turned flustered because of the many eyes watching. The nurses were staring and I just exposed myself in front of the other patients."I don't know how this is a good news." He breathed out."What do you mean? You wanted me to be pregnant?" I asked dumfounded."I w
Denzel wasn't looking at me. He didn't spare me a glance to notice I was sick. All he cared about was going to his parents.I got ready anyway and masked my face with enough makeup. I didn't want to look like I was dying soon. The drugs were helping and I could take steps more easily.The limousine arrived and Denzel went in a bit too quickly. I was starting to wonder if there was an emergency with the mighty Morgans.When we hit the road, I poured out my mind; "Denzel, I don't want to go through with this engagement anymore. I'm going to call it off and don't worry, I'll be the one to break it off in front of your family.""What? Why should you be the one to call it off?" He questioned.I wasn't expecting that to be the first thing he says."You want to be the one to call it off? I have an image to protect. It'll make you look like the innocent and sensible one. They'll all think I was a gold digger and you were smart enough to get rid of me before we tie the knot. You're not the onl
"What is it?" I asked turning around. I got a perfect view of his wet body and the water dripping from his hair. It reminded me of how much I wanted to have him then."Do you really think this tie will look good on the shirt? I've worn it once but I wasn't so sure..."I blinked like it would help me understand him better. "Is that really what you wanted to ask me?" I was puzzled thinking of a way to launch at him for the anxiety I had to face because he sounded stern."I'm just joking. That is not what I wanted to ask you." He chuckled and put down the tie. "Are you and Hunter in a relationship? Did you know him before I came along?"Now, that's the question I was hoping for. He knows Hunter was here in his house — alone with me. I figured that out soon."No, he's only trying to be friends. And I'm not leading him on. He obviously knows I'm engaged to his cousin. He can't do something silly knowing that.""That doesn't sound genuinely honest because he still had something to do with y
I was out of the school clinic and taken to the office where Denzel was. I thought he'd be at work but I thought wrong. He came a few minutes after I made the call."What trouble have you gotten into, my little bee?" He asked taking my hand and looking at my knuckles."Bee? Why'd you call me that?" I blurted wondering why he was suddenly sweet. Sweeter than he used to be."You stung two girls with your tail this evening even though you were outnumbered."My ears perked up. "Those two girls were hospitalized, weren't they? I warned them before they started throwing punches. They got what they deserved. You should be proud to have a strong fiancee." I was all smug and happy despite the many stitches and bandaid all over me."I thought you were gonna get sued. But the director got it all covered. He's a friend of my mom's. You're not getting into any trouble. Those girls will get punished accordingly." He assured me and I slowly withdrew my hand from his."What makes you think it's your
I got home after speaking to Winter at the club. She scared me for a second, just for a second because I didn't know if what she said was true. Was Hunter really a psychopath who was out to get my soul? His female targets never survive. Survive from what? From his amazing thick body and good stroking skills? I found it a bit funny. Because I knew if a stranger asked about me to people, they'll say horrible things first before mentioning the good attributes about me.I wasn't just anyone. I was his future sister-in-law. He can't mess with me like he did with the others. He gotta think twice about that.Denzel was downstairs when I entered the living room. He was working on his laptop. I sat beside him and leaned my body on his bicep."Clubbing again?" He asked raising his brow."It was an emergency. Your cousin wanted to do something stupid. I had to stop him. Otherwise, I don't know what he'd do to those girls who try to fight me." I pointed out."Of course, he'll try to make you worr
I was busy as a bee today. I have been cleaning and hanging framed photos of me and Denzel around the house. I wanted it to pass a message to the future visitors who will try to disrespect me as Denzel's friends did on that faithful day the rain fell heavily. I was also cleaning up the paintings and rearranging them to how I felt like they should be. After I was done with the chore I wasn't asked to do, I went to the kitchen to grab a can of soda.Hana came to work this morning and she has been making dishes I loved the scent of. I offered to help her earlier but she turned me down. I didn't mind because I had important things to do anyway.While I sipped from the soda, Hana eventually cut her hand with the knife. She moaned loudly and cursed under her breath.I froze, reliving the moaning sound she just made. It was so clear and unedited. It sounded just like the one I heard weeks ago when Denzel was mad at me and brought a woman to his room. That woman was Hana.I wasn't shocked by