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13. Utter Disappointment
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Why Can't I Be Yours? 14. As Cunning As A Fox
Hailey didn't waste a second and quickly she rushed to Charles and pushed her body into his in readiness to envelop him in a hug but Charles was swift and before their bodies collided, Charles stopped her. Hailey was confused by his action and a cruel crease appeared on her brows. She had only been able to sniff a little of his intoxicating masculine scent. “You're fully aware that I don't like hugs. Don't make the same mistake again.” Charles' words were cold and Hailey was a little displeased but he had told her before and she was aware.The expression on her face changed as she realised that she made a mistake.At first, when Hailey and Charles started their relationship, she had a difficult time adjusting because of his prospects. She met him at one of his business partners' wedding. What was surprising was how she secured an invitation. Her mother had devised the whole thing after she saw West Land company magazine in Hailey's room. She noticed that the page was flipped to th
Why Can't I Be Yours? 15. A Heart of Stone
Hailey went into the mansion. She walked in elegantly with a sullen look on her face and her look became deadly when she spotted Antonia. She looked at her with disgust. She was annoyed and since she didn't like the sight of pretty maids, she became angrier. She knew Antonia was in her thirties and yet she was still beautiful, which she didn't like.Honestly, Hailey is a problematic person. “Good morning ma'am.” Antonia greeted and Hailey simply walked to the couch and sat. “Get me alcohol,” Hailey said and Antonia felt relieved that she hadn't angered her in any way. “Okay, ma'am,” she said and before she took a step Hailey spoke again. “Before that, go get me, Maureen!” Hailey said and Antonia widened her eyes in shock.Now, she was certain that Hailey had been confronted by Charles and was worried that Hailey might hurt Maureen again.She knew that their meetings never went well. She often wondered what Hailey had against Maureen.“Ma'am she's resting. I'd do whatever she's re
Why Can't I Be Yours? 16. The Sheep is Ambushed by The Hyena
I hate that I have to cry. I just hate that I can't control my emotions. I'm sad mainly because my parents had never yelled at me. Also, I worked per–time in Louisiana before I came to Texas and in my years of service, I had never been tortured by my boss not to speak of his friends or girlfriends. Antonia rushed toward me and I was sure that she had been watching everything. “Maureen, it's okay. Don't be like this. You don't deserve to be treated badly. Come on.” she said lifting me as I cried. She held my hand in one of her hands and the mop in the other. She dropped the mop and took me to my room. “Sit,” she said and placed me warily on the bed. “I don't know what she must have said to you but I don't want you to take her words to heart. You're a good person as well as a good cook. Don't be sad.” she said and I whimpered. “She's mean. I did all she asked of me. I had to prepare food for her and yet she was cruel.” I said while whimpering.“That was so bad of her. I didn't k
Why Can't I Be Yours? 17. A Heart of Gold
I had the most amazing sleep ever. I hadn't felt that much peace in a long time and it was only because sir Charles's kind gesture warmed my heart.I had a beautiful day, no stress, no insults and mainly no Miss Hailey. At first, I was scared that she would pay another visit but I'm glad that I was proven wrong. My day went by finely and at night, I waited on my bed for sir Charles to come by again but I was disappointed that he didn't. I decided to check my phone for some news to check for any updates regarding him and his company but it was the same as always. People were still in mourning so, the media itself was not in his favour.It was 11:00 p.m. and he hadn't still returned. I began to feel uneasy and was scared as usual. It could be that he's alright but my emotions won't let me feel at ease with the situation. I tried as much as possible to stay awake but as expected my eyes gave up and I fell asleep. A FEW DAYS LATERAfter the day sir Charles came to my room, I hadn't se
Why Can't I Be Yours? 18. A State of Dilemma
His being feverish explains the odd attitude that he had been displaying all morning. With my aid, sir Charles sat up. I adjusted the pillow and placed it behind his back so he'd be comfortable while sitting. Afterwards, I picked up the tray table and placed it across him. Our eyes met shortly as I did so but I averted my gaze since he was right before me. Besides I always feel shy whenever I'm closer to him. Also, I don't want him to think I'm flirting because I was privileged to come into his room. I was aware that sir Charles only authorised Antonia to come into his room since only she cleaned and touched his things so, being here felt good.Our gaze was magical even though it didn't last.I won't deny being dazzled as his deep blue eyes met my black. It felt like the perfect combo but I couldn't stare as much as I desired. Immediately I placed the tray before sir Charles, he picked up his fork to eat.A minute passed and sir Charles hadn't started eating. He simply held the fo
Why Can't I Be Yours? 19. He Scared The Hell Out of Her
I stared at sir Charles' unconscious body in fright. My heart was in my throat as anxiety took control of my being. It felt like my heart froze or maybe it did. It froze as I was panicking.I'm scared and shaky and I took the initiative to check if he is still breathing. With my heart racing, I gasped unsure about what step to take.I placed my hand over his nose to confirm that he still has life in him.I tried moving as his body weighed on me. Strugglingly, I dragged him but was unable to carry on so, I screamed.“Matthew!! Please help me.” I yelled and when I got no response, I yelled louder.“Matthew! Matthew!!”I kept yelling, I didn't give it a pause and it was probably because I felt calmer compared to when I did nothing.“Matthew!” I yelled as he walked in. I looked up at him and realised that my colleagues rushed in with him.I watched them place him on the bed and my hands were shaking, my body and in fact, my soul was.I was in this state due to the shock of never witnessing
Why Can't I Be Yours? 20. A Hearty Feeling
I didn't know what to say to Matthew as I was dumbfounded. I looked at him and realised that his suspicion is responsible for his awkward attitude. It explains all the weirdness.“What are you saying? Are you sick in the head?” I said in surprise. My heart was in my throat as fear washed over me. “Exactly what you heard. You love Mr Charles and it's very obvious,” he said in a whisper. “I can't believe you're saying this. Where's all this coming from.” I muttered staring into his eyes. I don't understand how he knows this or if he heard it from someone but his revelation is having an impact on me. “If I'm wrong then why are you being so defensive,” he said with a smirk. “You're out of your mind,” I said and shook my head. I have to deny as much as I can so that the idea drains out of his mind. “Look, I know everything. I'm not an idiot. I can see through you. You can deny it all you want but it doesn't change the fact that what I'm saying is nothing but the truth.” He said in conf
Why Can't I Be Yours? 21. Delicious Urge
Maureen was happy that her actions mattered to Charles so, she was lost in a trance.“That's all. I'm leaving, don't neglect your health, Mr Charles.” Dr Gabriel said and jerked Maureen from her dazzled state. Maureen turned to look at him and Charles simply nodded at his statement. “I'd walk you out.” Maureen offered and they both left. Maureen returned to Charles's room. She wanted to take the list and purchase the drugs in a pharmacy along with Matthew. “Pass my phone,” Charles said trying to sit up. Quickly, Maureen rushed to assist him and said. “sir, are you sure? I can speak on your behalf.” She offered since she didn't want to stress him. She was concerned that he could be angered over the phone or worse receive bad news. She didn't want anything that would force him to go out. It would terrify her. Maureen had the habit of worrying over trivial matters. Before an issue escalates, she could have developed IBP (High Blood Pressure) especially when it revolves around those
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