Gabriel’s voice was hypnotizing her. It was as if he was awakening the demon in her that she didn't know was there. “What will you gain from it?’” she queried. “A beautiful wife,” he quickly answered. Her eyes squinted, not believing him. For someone like him who both has money and a face like a greek god, he can effortlessly have those supermodels and the most beautiful celebrity if he wanted to. So, as someone who was average in all categories, that was the most absurd thing she had heard from him. “You don’t believe me, do you?” He queried. She chewed her lips while averting her gaze. “Because you’re obviously lying,” she muttered. But instead of getting mad, Gabriel suddenly chuckled at her response, “I knew you are very smart,” he stated, which made her look back in his direction. “I’m not wrong for choosing you..” he continued. Her lips parted as her chest pounded hard. There was a voice in her head that was telling her to run, however, she couldn’t move as her feet got
But her prayer was too late. The door stopped closing and quickly opened wildly again as Anthon swiftly slid himself in between. “Where do you think you’re going?” He scowled. Sabrina frowned at him. “I’ve already resigned,” she muttered. She didn't care anymore and just wanted to leave that place. Staying in the same place with him was suffocating. “You what?” Anthon’s jaw dropped as he looked at her in disbelief. “You resigned?” Nathalia gasped, “Why?” Her voice was full of concern and if she didn’t know her true color yet, she would’ve fallen for her acting again. “Didn't you say you see yourself working here until you're old? What changes?” Her eyes narrowed at her but kept her mouth shut. “Stop this nonsense. You think you can fool me? Have you forgotten that I am the manager now and I’m the one who's going to receive your resignation letter?” Anthon hissed. His face was already red from anger, “You didn’t submit one yet so go back to your table now!” he demanded.
Sabrina stood at the last step of the stairs frozen. Her mind went blank upon seeing Anthon along with the legal team. “Miss Bennette, we invite you to the company for some questions,” Attorney Lucio, the M Corp’s legal team director. “W-what did I do?” she stammered. Although she knew the reason as to why they were there, she was in shock. Twenty four hours had not yet passed but they're already there to claim the payment. “Come with us. We’ll tell you once we're in the M Corp,” the attorney responded. Sabrina shook her head, “No. I already talked to Mr Mondragon” Anthon’s eyes darkened, “What? Did you seduce him because you know you don't have a way out?” Hearing his angry voice again, she couldn't help but feel a pang in her chest. She was not used to it as most of the time, Anthon stayed silent and just ignored her whenever there's a misunderstanding. Her eyes casted down as she clutched the hem of her shirt. “Get dressed and go with us,” Anthon ordered. Sa
Sabrina stared at the black flash drive with brows knitted together. Puzzled, she then looked back at Nathalia who raised her eyebrows on her as if challenging her. “Let's play the video inside, shall we?” Nathalia mused. One of the staff in the legal team took the zipped lock pouch and was about to pull out the usb inside. However, the door suddenly opened which made everyone stop and turn to whoever just entered the room. “Sir Gabriel..” all of them simultaneously greeted. Sabrina froze. Although she already expected him to come, her body still stiffened upon hearing his name. “Everyone please take a seat,” Harold requested. All of them joined her while she deliberately lowered her head. She was not really nervous with the accusation they were throwing at her but rather she was more afraid of Gabriel. She was not guilty of stealing, but if the CEO mentioned her contract, she was sure going to face charges. “Sab, are you okay?” Surprised, Sabrina flinched but immed
Sabrina immediately jolted up from her seat. “That's not mine!” she exclaimed, eyes widened in shock. “The evidence is already in front of everyone and you still have the audacity to deny it?” Nathalia raised her eyebrows, “Are you saying those pictures are not you? Who is it then? Your twin?” she said mockingly.She curled her fingers, nails dug her palms. Her breathing became heavy as she threw Nathalia a sharp look. “Just admit it so we can go back to work,” Anthon chimed in, “Stop wasting our time” Anger was creeping under her skin. She cannot believe that they could be that low just to drag her under the mud. Shutting her eyes tightly, she expanded her lungs and released a heavy breath. “We should call the cops now and take this scheming woman to jail, Sir Gabriel. I’m afraid she will find a way to escape..” Nathalia stated meaningguly which caught Gabriel’s attention. “Sabrina..” Tomas called her softly. She felt him take her hand again, assuring her that she was not al
Gabriel’s jaw clenched as he saw how Sabrina flinched after he mentioned her name. He could see how scared she was to him and he hated it. “I’ll stay here with her,” Tomas announced. His gaze darted to the old man he respected a lot and did not say anything. Meanwhile, the two scums halted from leaving the room and quickly turned around to face him. “You can’t stay here!” the scumbag of a manager exclaimed as if he’s the one who makes the rule. Gabriel's blue orbs darkened as he glared at Sabrina’s ex boyfriend. He was wondering what she saw in him when everything about him was trash. “You don’t have a say here, Anthon. Don’t forget that I was the one who brought you here! It means I can also kick you out if I want to!!” Tomas warned him furiously. However, the scumbag laughed which made Gabriel’s blood boil. He clenched his fists and was ready to punch that disgusting face any second. “Dream on! I have a position now so you can’t threaten me with that anymore,” Anthon
Sabrina almost fainted at the scene. He didn’t do that! Her eyes went round as she glared at him. However, Gabriel just flashed her an amused smile before giving his attention back to her father. “Shouldn't we discuss this in my home?” Tomas said in a calm and polite tone. Sabrina's body straightened when she found her father's gaze. She was pretty sure he's going to ask a lot of questions and she was not ready to tell him what happened that night. Twisting her lips, she lowered her head and fiddled with her fingers. “I'm really planning to meet you outside to talk about this. I'm just waiting for your daughter's decision..” Gabriel trailed off. As soon as he said it, Sabrina could feel her father's stares. However, she didn't move, scared to see his reaction. He knew how badly she wanted to marry Anthon. And for him to learn she's suddenly married to another guy, moreover to their new boss must have shocked him to the core. “I will be pleased if you join us for dinner later
“Arrest?” Sabrina stiffened. The chief office stepped closer along with the other. “We received a complaint and said that Miss Sabrina Bennette had stolen some confidential documents from the company. We’re here to interrogate the suspect and investigate what happened”Subconsciously, Sabrina looked at Gabriel. She nearly had a heart attack as it was the very first time she had a face-to-face with the officers. She was a good citizen and never broke any rules, never did she even receive a ticket for any road violation as she always made sure to drive safely and accordingly. “Who called you?” Gabriel queried.Sabrina turned to him and saw his thick eyebrows were deeply furrowed. His blue eyes were somehow a little darker than usual while his sharp jaw hardened. Her body then straightened as she felt his palm gently rested on the small of her back.“A woman named Nathalia Smith called us and said it’s an urgent case,” the chief officer responded. Just then, Nathalia came into the pi
Gabriel grinned when he felt her kiss him back right away. He shut his eyes and deepened the kiss, at the same time, the heat on his body ignited as if it fueled the desire he was suppressing. “W-wait..” Sabrina mumbled. “Hmm?” he hummed but instead of stopping, his kisses lowered down her neck. That made Sabrina gasped and he felt her nails dug into his shoulders. Gabriel was already losing his control. Her sweet and floral smell plus the taste of her skin were intoxicating. Grunting, he bit her neck and was about to suck it when suddenly, soft knocks and his butler’s voice echoed through from the outside of the room. “Young Master, I’m sorry for disturbing you but, you have a visitor”Sabrina immediately pushed him away in shock. Gabriel laid on the bed and groaned in annoyance. Whoever that visitor, he hoped that person had a very important reason for coming. “I’m going to the bathroom now,” Sabrina hastily stood up and ran to the bathroom.Gabriel’s jaw clenched as he wat
Sabrina wanted to be swallowed by the ground. Her cheeks were burning and she was sure her face was like strawberries. Collective giggles filled the air, reminding Sabrina that dozens of servants were still lined up in front of them. Instinctively, she hid behind Gabriel and clutched his shirt. Her eyebrows deeply furrowed when she heard Gabriel chuckled. “Do you wanna go to our room now?” re queried. Without hesitation, she quickly replied. “Yes!” Gabriel took her hand while laughing. With her head low, they walked past the servants and went to the master bedroom. It was the same room she woke up in that day, but she was just not sure if something had changed for she didn't really look around that much then, as she was too distracted by Gabriel. Sabrina took her time and examined each corner of the room. Despite having a king size bed and a sofa set, the room still looked spacious that her room seemed like a dog house if she compared. On the left, there's a closed door, that
“What's your plan today?” Tomas queried over breakfast. Sabrina did not answer and automatically looked at Gabriel. But her eyebrows instantly furrowed remembering how he just left her in her room after changing into decent clothes. ‘Did he see me gawking at his body?’ she thought. She shut her eyes and shook her head. She didn't gawk at his body! Her eyes just automatically followed his hands when he fixed the towel around his tiny waist. “Are you okay, Sab?” Marie inquired. Sabrina’s eyes widened, she awkwardly smiled. “O-of course, Auntie,” she chirped. Then she quickly looked down on her plate and stabbed the sausage with her fork with such force. Sabrina could hear Gabriel chuckling next to her, but she just ignored him and bit the sausage like she was starved for days. Fortunately, her parents didn’t fry although she could feel her stepmother's stare on her. Sabrina had no idea why she felt so annoyed. It was so unusual of her to feel upset over something she didn't kn
Sabrina's eyes were about to pop out of its sockets whilst her jaw almost dropped on the floor. “W-w-what?!” she exclaimed. Gabriel loved her reaction so much that he couldn't suppress his chuckles. “I always sleep naked. I'm not used to sleeping on the hard surface so at least let me sleep comfortably”Sabrina gawked at him as though she saw a ghost. Her mouth kept opening and closing like a fish who got out of the water, unable to coherent a word. “But I'm not forcing you to agree. If you're not comfortable with me sleeping naked on the floor, just let me sleep here beside you..” “No!” she quickly retorted. “No?” his thick eyebrows raised. Sabrina shook her head. “No to both!” she muttered indignantly. “This is my room. My word is the rule here. If you want to sleep here, follow what I want or sleep in the guestroom!” Her face was still red but from the way she glared at him, Gabriel knew she was really mad already. Gabriel was not a jerk who would push her to the edge just
The smile on Gabriel's face became permanent. He couldn't help it. His wife was too cute and adorable. “Who told you that you can sleep in my room?” Sabrina frowned. Her pretty face was all shades of red, but her cheeks were more prominent like of a tomato. He chuckled. “Dad, who else? And it shouldn't be a big deal because we're ‘legally’ married,” he answered, emphasizing the word ‘legally’. “I don't want you to sleep in my room!” He nodded with a smile. “I’m serious! You go downstairs and sleep in the guestroom!” she pointed to the staircase while throwing him a deadly glare. But unknown to Sabrina, the more she gets mad and tries to look intimidating, the cuter she became in Gabriel's eyes. “But you're my wife. If I sleep in the guestroom, you should too. Wherever the husband's sleep, the wife should be on his side..” he shrugged. “But we’re not real–” “It’s in the contract,” he immediately cut her off. Her lips pressed together tightly before she turned around. The
Sabrina felt all her blood from her face get drained seeing her stepmother’s reaction. She had not told her the details of her break up with Anthon and now this. “Let me explain, Auntie..” she muttered nervously. She cannot afford to hurt her. She’s like a real mother to her, thus, she didn’t know what she would do if her Aunt Marie started hating her. “When did you two got married?” AUnt Marie’s eyes squinted. Twisting her lips, Sabrina didn’t know how to answer her.“Just. . .three days ago,” Gabriel answered on her behalf. Her head snapped at him and wanted to scold him, but her stepmother’s voice caught her attention. “Three days?!” Marie exclaimed again. She sounded offended which made Sabrina’s heart tightened. “Why didn’t you invite me?!” Blinking several times, Sabrina stared at her Aunt Marie as if she said an alien language. Then, her attention shifted to her father when she heard him bursted laughing again. “Your Aunt dreamed of walking with you to the altar with
Sabrina quickly pulled Gabriel's arms off her and looked at her stepmother with a horrified look. “Is that why you two broke up?” Aunt Marie asked, looking scandalized at what she had witnessed. Guilt crawled Sabrina's skin as she hadn't said anything to her stepmother. She knew her Aunt Marie had a lot of questions, especially when Anthon went there to accuse her of theft and took her back to the office with the company’s legal team. “Sabrina didn't cheat,” Gabriel interfered. He then took Sabrina's hand and intertwined their fingers as he continued, “She's the one got cheated on by that scumbag” Sabrina stared at their interlaced fingers. His hand was huge compared to hers and it was warm that miraculously made her feel at ease the moment their palms touched. “Is that true, Sabrina?” Twisting her lips, Sabrina slowly nodded, “Sorry, Auntie. I didn't tell you..” With eyes brimming with tears, she stared at her stepmother guiltily. She didn't mean to keep it from her. It just
“Nice to see you again, Madame,” the familiar old bespectacled man greeted her with a big smile. Sabrina could only sighed. In front of her was the same pink car she used when she left Gabriel's mansion and the old man was the same one who drove for her. The old man then opened the backseat and gestured for her to get inside. And even though Sabrina didn't want to, she had no choice but to climb in as it was part of the contract, according to Gabriel. Her ‘husband’ reminded her that she cannot reject the car ride anymore because it was written in the agreement. He also told her that once she refuses it, another consequence will be waiting for her. Sabrina pressed her lips tightly. Her gaze fixated outside the window but her mind was still in Gabriel's office. Unconsciously, she touched her lips. The feeling of his soft lips against hers lingered. She immediately shook her head, inwardly scolding herself for thinking about it. ‘That’s just a kiss!’ she reminded herself. Tha
“Are you sure?” Gabriel squinted his eyes on her. Sabrina nodded without hesitation. She placed the crumpled paper on his table and tried to straighten it. Then, she took the expensive pen near him and signed it without a word. “Sign it,” she said as she handed his pen and pushed the contract agreement towards him. Gabriel, however, stared at her with his thick eyebrows deeply furrowed. He did not accept the pen nor touched the paper in front of him. His gaze was intent as though he was trying to decipher her. Sabrina shifted on her seat. Suddenly, she felt uncomfortable, but she tried to hide it by stretching her lips to force a smile. “If you change your mind, just say it. I won’t force you to sign..” she muttered. She was mentally preparing herself for his response, expecting that he would say that he had a change of heart. However, a light chuckle entered her ears which made her head whip back to his direction. “So our role got reversed now, huh?” He grinned. Sabrina blink