Novels by Duny

Chapter Twenty Breaking PointIt was a bright morning filtered through the large windows of the McMichael mansion, I sat on the couch, different thoughts running through my mind hi,I handed over the fabric of my maternity dress. My mind was full of thoughts after I had overheard the secret wedding, my heart was heavy with betrayal and I have asked myself different questions without reply. The air around me felt thick and suffocating, as if the weight of the secrets was heavy for me to bear.Just as I was lost in her thoughts, the sharp click of high heels echoed through the floor tiles. I looked up to see Claudia standing by the doorside, her eyes glinting with a mixture of irritation and triumph. She dressed just like a model, Claudia walked into the room like she owned it, her every movement was deliberate and I know she is someone who likes trouble."You are here stupid pregnant lady," Claudia said, her voice dripping with falseness and boldness. "I've been looking for you, I don

Chapter Nineteen The Dark Side Of LoveTears gushed out from my eyes as I moved slowly away from the door, my chest tight with anguish. I had heard enough. I don't even want to listen to them any more. I don't want to hear more of their plans, their betrayal.I needed to escape, to get away from the suffocating weight of the truth, the pain of Claudia's words was all over my body.Silently, I tiptoed down to my bedroom. I don't want any of them to hear my footsteps. I find it difficult to close my eyes, each word feeling heavier than the last. My world was crumbling,I didn't even get myself again and there was nothing I could do to stop it. Every breath I took was like a force and effort. Every heartbeat is like a reminder of the pain that now defines my life.when will this be over or will I continue like this.I entered my room and collapsed on the bed, tears rushing down my face. How could Bradley do this to me, even Claudia? , He can't even cut her off from calling out my unborn b

Chapter EighteenSecret UnveiledThe moonlight glows into the dimly lit bedroom, everywhere is dark. Claudia slept on the edge of the large bed, her silk nightgown flowing and her shorts trousers. Her eyes were staring at Bradley, who was sitting on the sofa with his laptop on. He was staring busy at his phone too, as if he was expecting a message or call.Claudia's voice broke the silence, low but sharp. "Bradley, we can't continue living like this. It's been weeks, and I can't stand living under the same roof with your ex wife. You guys have signed divorce letter so what else is she doing here? You promised me things would change and why procrastinate."Bradley looked at her, he was silent for a while and he replied . "Claudia, it's complicated. I didn't expect things to get this far or long, but... Rebecca" Claudia cut him off with anger and with a sharp tone.. "Rebecca shouldn't even be here, she has signed the letter, our expectations have become successful and yet she's still l

Chapter SeventeenPlea For Consideration I didn't bother to close my door because I have know Vince as a man of his words, he will always fulfill his promise,I heard a knock on my door "come in sir, the door is open" Vince entered slowly and sat on the chair beside the bed."Rebecca, as I was saying, I am just wondering what Brandley, my own son, did to you.Do you know what it's like to be raised with what you do not expect?" he asked quietly, his voice trembling. "To feel like your price is measured by how much you can achieve? I did that to him. I pushed him to be the man he is today,he studied abroad,I gave him a quality education and in doing so,I never taught him how to truly value the people around him, I didn't tell him the necessity of people who surround him, which is very important in life. I failed him, Rebecca. And now he's failing you."I swallowed hard, the weight of his words settling over me like a heavy cloak. I was surprised because Vince has never sat me down like

Chapter sixteenA Father's PleaVery early in the morning,The crisp autumn air round through the compound, carrying the scent of leaves that as fallen ,I stood by the window side glancing through every compound,I was lost in thought. It had been days since Brandley and I talked,I didn't give him listening hears when ever he come to my room, and while his efforts were consistent, I still couldn't forget the betrayal. Every time I stared at him, I saw the man who had shattered my heart into pieces and turned me into a single woman. There's no apology or gestures of goodwill that can fully erase that memory.I am very careful of being in deep thought because I don't want anything to happen to my baby. My stomach is still very small that I wonder if I am pregnant trulyI maintained a polite distance in the mansion, neither pushing Brandley away so he wont move closer to me. It was as if we were both waiting-me, for a sign that he had truly changed, and him, for the day I might finally ac

Chapter FifteenLoyalty testI went back to my room thinking about what the loyalty test may be. I want my marriage back but I am scared if he's only wanting the child back or he wants me back, the pain, the betrayal or the way I was sent out like stinky water. " I have to call Gabriel back," I said to myself. I dial Gabriel number and he picked up immediately "Hello Gabriel, Brandley entered when we were talking earlier, so I have to hang up and he wanted to know who I am talking to""I understand you Rebecca, I hung up when I heard his tip toe." Gabriel said"What is the loyalty test about, please explain more better to me""It's very simple, really," Gabriel replied. "You give him Little chance to show his commitment, to let you know that he's not just saying what he thinks you want to hear. Watch his actions, watch his steps,his thoughts, decisions, not just his words. Let him take the initiative to construct what he destroys, and see if he's consistent in his efforts. If he truly