* Chapter 21 * " The file?" Xander asked for what seemed to be the umpteenth time. The lady he was referring to skipped out of fear from her daydreaming. She quickly handed the file sputtering apologies. Val was lost in thought regarding the controversy which will tag along with the release of her pregnancy report. It was something she wanted to keep private. However, this boss of hers had to ask for a fitness checkup as a requirement only at this time. They were in a board meeting with clients from abroad concerning the new bridge construction project in city Z. It was important to win over the project because it will earn hundreds of millions in return. Sam was giving a projection of brainstormed ideas to reduce the cost while sustaining the bridge quality for the citizens. The other board members including both clients from abroad began whispering to themselves. One client whispered" He should have hired brains not spread legs " It was so audible that Sa

* Chapter 23 * His conspicuous red Lamborghini quickly caught her eye. It shone as if it was just bought. " Are we taking that instead?" she asked pinning her hair behind her ears. She had the impression they would take the black Range rover. Xander nodded busily as he open the door for Val. Her face wiggled as she took a glance around. She wanted to avoid the rumors from growing. What will people think if they saw them driving around time add the Lamborghini was so eye-catching that it will make them the center of attraction anywhere they go. " What is wrong with this car? " She questioned pointing at the black Range rover. Rather than responding, he threw a question at her " I thought you were hungry? " he reacted as his face dimmed. She tossed her eyes draping her arms on her chest " I am fine. I will eat at the office canteen. You can go " " Really or conceivably you want to escape from treating me as you promised " Valeria's lips ma

* Chapter 25 * He laughed running a hand into his fine thick ink-black jaw-length hair. " I won't " At this time, a tall straight figure in a waiter outfit rushed in sputtering apologies. When her eyes crashed with Xander's she shivered to bow instantly. Valeria took notice of this and just rolled her eyes. Being close to him at the moment, she could tell the aura he was emitting which will make anyone give him respect. " What will you have? " the waitress began in a super polite tone. Stealing a glance at Val,he proceeded " I will have a vegan salad and ... " Silently slumping on her seat, Val swallowed hard while the man ordered. ' On my god. Is he ordering all that food for both of us or what?' The waiter smiled as beads of sweat gathered on her forehead. She was afraid of missing any order from him. Heaving a sigh of relief,the waitress turned to Val " And you ma'am? " Val pupils dilated. She cleared her throat awkwardly.She began sweating e

* Chapter 27: Baby's Father * The car drove slowly and then came to a stop at the huge seige color gate. Utilizing the automatic remote, Xander opened up the gate and rode in. Once out of the car, he went ahead to open the door. Valeria sat lost in thoughts. A gentle nudge from him was not enough to jerk her back to reality. So, Xander waved his hand a couple of times yet she was still lost in her thoughts, her eyes sparkled with unshed tears. Then he snapped his finger which managed to bring her back. She looked at him, confusion apparent on her face before surveying her surrounding. " Oh! Are we home yet? "she blinked the tears in her eyes away, then darted them to her strapped seatbelt seeking to unbuckle her seatbelt. " It is stuck again!!" she grumbled, pinning her hair behind her ears then she concentrated on unstrapping the belt. The more she tried the more frustrated she got. Upon giving up, she raised her head and her lips brushed on Xander's lip. It

* Chapter 29 * At the door, Val cursed loudly acquiring the attention of the father and son. Mortification cropped up and her cheeks became creamy red. The father and son duo's heads snapped in unison in her direction. Mr. Gates in particular eyes flamed in disdain for Val and she saw it. Feeling the duo's scrutinizing gaze on her, she bit her lip hard with only a few stammered words sputtering out rubbing the back of her neck continually " I-I a-amm here to.." His lips pursed before, he objected " No need to lie to me, you were busy watching the drama you created unfold. Huh! " In the face of outward condemnation, she shrugged, Valeria promptly strived to clarify, " You have misunderstood sir.." Mr. Gates interrupted taking off his lens to wipe them before putting them on again. His expression was extremely stern " If that is my son's baby, I will need a DNA test as soon as possible. A Gates will not prosper in the hands of scheming women" Now, with a