Novels by Lewa August

Big brother's name wasn't Kaleb. His name was Jonathan Carter. We were foster children registered under Grandma Chichi Carter's name. She took Jonathan in first, and then they found me in the same landfill where they found my teddy bear. Grandma Chichi said big brother was busy scavenging when he found me.He was the one who found me.We've been inseparable ever since. He and Grandma Chichi practically raised me as a child to the woman I am today. And now he doesn't even remember anything about me? Not even my name? The wedding ceremony was short and secret. It was as if the Cross family avoided publicizing the marriage. There was no walking down the aisle, no tears, no flowers: Just me being surrounded by 10 members of the Cross family and Big Brother, who didn't even put any effort into dressing for the day. He still has the same black sweatshirts and joggers he wore the day before. He didn't look impressed with me. It made me want to cry. Big brother always looked at me with app

Lilac’s POVHe turns slightly to me, his face in a frown like I was a tick he couldn't wait to crush."Big brother!" I cried out again and lunged at him. "It can't be!" Tears streamed down my face, and I tied myself to his torso in a tight hug. "It can't be!"I hugged him tight, refusing to let go.My big brother!After all these years, I thought he was dead. I thought he was killed by those men! "What is wrong with you?!" His icy tone pierced through me. "Have you no restraint?!" He said, pushing me off. I escaped his grasp for a moment, but hugged him back."Big brother, I will never let go this time. I promise. I won't let you go!"He pfted irritatedly and pushed me away with force, making me stumble to the ground, confused. "Are you out of your mind?!" He scolded, dusting himself like a wave of sand had blown on him.I looked up at him, even more confused. Why is he cold to me? Doesn't he remember me, his sister? Have I grown so big? "Big broth…""Don't call me that!" He lashed w

The morning air cooled my skin as I entered the Cross family's private jet. I had signed the contract already and wasn't given enough time to pack my stuff. There was not much to park, anyway. My work barely paid me enough to buy the nicest clothes or jewellery for myself. I was alone in the private ride, and it felt super cool.According to Gracie, now that the agreement is signed, I'll present myself to Kaleb in his mansion uptown. After that, we will proceed with the marriage union. The thought of it momentarily makes me nervous.The fact that I'm meant to be nothing to Kaleb, yet be his wife. As the plane took off, I went through the conditions of the contract I had already signed just to be sure what I was up against. Everything was direct and straight to the point.Summarizing the contract in my own words: Be Invisible because Kaleb will Hate you, and if he treats you like Trash, take it with Arms Open Wide.I clenched my fist.It's just nine months. *SighMy thoughts drifted

Years later.Lilac's POV"You have a chance to sleep with me, and you're refusing?"My boss growled at me. I stood still, clutching my hands tight, hoping this meeting would end. When I walked into the office this morning, and my co-worker told me Mr Wilson, my boss, wanted to see me immediately, I knew I was in for some deep trouble. "I'm just not interested in you, sir!"Ops, that was too blunt.I quickly cleared my throat. "It's not professional, sir." I corrected myself. My gaze locked onto the floor. Mr Wilson lay back on his chair. A spiteful chuckle escaped his lips. "You're pathetic, Lilac. Do you know how many girls are hurling themselves over me?""I don't think I'm capable of doing such, sir." I spat again.God! Why am I so direct?I pressed my lips together. "I think my talents should be enough for my promotion, sir."Silence.I could tug at his heartstrings, if he has any. Who won't want to pity an orphan like me?"I really need this, sir." I pleaded. "It's been months

PrologueLilac throttled down the street quickly to make it home to Grandma Chichi and her delicious evening meal. She hummed happily as her torn, oversized school bag bounced behind her, and she clutched her little brown teddy bear given to her by her brother.Her brother had found the teddy bear in the landfill beside their tiny home and fixed it for her. It was her first toy, as Grandma Chichi couldn't afford to buy her any toys. They barely survived in their little shack of a home, and getting three square meals a day was hard. Lilac was just a little girl, but she knew she loved her big brother more than anything, and he loved her even more. "I will do anything to keep you smiling, little Lilly!" He had told her when he handed the stitched teddy bear to her. Little Lily. That's what he called her."Thanks, big brother!" Lilac squealed excitedly, "I'll keep it for the rest of my life!" She clutched it tightly in her tiny hands and bounced around happily.As Lilac walked home, h

Astra's POV"Astra is a lovely name," Roman said, hands in his pockets. "I would never have guessed I'd be calling my mother-in-law that.""What are you doing here?" I hissed."Should I be asking you that?!" His eyebrow furrowed. His eye blazed into mine."I have nothing to say to you," I made to leave, but he stood in the way.Silence settled between us like a wet shroud. "I need to go.""Where? To be with your aging husband?""Oh, shut up, Roman." I shot him a glare. "You left me!""And you married that old skunk?!""Well, look who's marrying the old skunk's daughter."He groaned frustratedly. "I'm not even here because I want to marry her. I'm here because I don't!"What does that even mean?"You're not here to call off the engagement, are you?""How can I call something off that I didn't consent to in the first place. The Damaris…your old skunk of a husband basically shoved this offer down my throat."I scoffed impatiently. "Lucien can't shove anything down your throat, Roman. Ev

Roman POVIt's her! I knew she was here the moment I walked into this house. It was confusing at first until…now. After all these years, she's as beautiful as the first time I saw her."Roman," Cherry's high-pitched voice sliced through my thoughts. "Meet my stepmother, my father's old little trophy, Astra."Step- what?Did I hear that correctly? This has to be a sick joke. I looked from Astra to Lucien. She married this old skunk?What the fuck?!"You're married?" I spat at Astra. I couldn't help getting pissed."And you're just about to get married." Astra spat back. I could see her shocked gaze fade to irritation. "You guys know each other?" Cherry's wide blue eyes darted between us, awaiting an explanation."Yes," I spat just as soon as she spat her "No," Our gaze blazed at each other, making Cherry even more confused."We don't know each other," Astra said with finality, her gaze swinging from mine to Cherry's. Lucien approached us and threw his arms over her waist, pulling he

Astra's POV"You look stunning, ma'am!" Maria cooed at my dress as I stepped out of my room. Thank God all she saw was my dress, not my reddened eyes. I cried while I dressed, did my hair, and put on makeup. "Thanks, Maria." I feigned a smile."Are you alright ma'am?" Maria's eyes caught mine. I quickly looked away. "Oh, I'm great, Maria." I sniffled and smiled quickly. Maria was the only staff member here who was nice to me. Others treated me like the dirtbag Cherry and Lucien assumed me to be. "How's the preparation for Cherry's fiancé's coming?" "The table is set ma'am. All the food courses will start rolling in once he sits on the table. We…”There I zoned out again. My mind filled with horrid thoughts of what would happen next, now that I've been served with a divorce. My life is over, yet here I am, tucked in a party dress, smiling like a fool. "Excuse me, Maria." My voice cuts through hers, and I push myself forward, walking away. I wish I could run, hide, or just be invisi

Roman's POV"It's ill luck to speak against the dead, Roman." Mother scolded me on the phone.I rolled my eyes, my gaze settling on the moving streets. I'm fashionably late for my meeting with Lucien and my so-called wife-to-be. Tim, my driver, is zooming through the street like being too late to this meeting could cost him his job. "Mum, I'm only saying I wish Dad didn't sign the marriage clause in his contract with Lucien. Why do I have to get married to Lucien's daughter to reclaim my rights to the Lotus-tale park?""We've talked about this, Roman. Your father and Lucien were great friends and partners. He wouldn't have signed it if he didn't trust Lucien.""Well, mom. Dad was fooled." My voice cut through hers. "I went through the records, mum. Lucien is manipulating the contract terms. He is cutting down workers' salaries significantly, enriching himself and making conditions hard for workers in the park."Mother sighs. "Son, I know you won't leave your billion-dollar business a

Astra's POVI lay on the bed in my dark lingerie, my head resting on my palm as I waited for my husband to arrive from his trip. It was a chilly night, and all I wanted was to be tucked in my cotton robes, snuggling in the sheets he left me in for four weeks now.But I heard Lucien, my middle-aged husband, will be returning home today, and I had to present myself as a worthy wife for him. My heart palpitated in my chest, and I tried not to cry. My life was unraveling before my eyes, and all I had to do was stay calm. "You got this." I told myself. But I got nothing except my fading love for my husband. The last time Lucien left the house for weeks like this, all I got were reports of his cheating with numerous women in every city he went.At the point, it's an open secret that everyone in the city knows. Lucien is a serial cheater, and I'm the loyal wife who remains married to him.I tried to stay calm through it all, telling myself Lucien will return to his senses and come home to