Embarrassed was the word Kyla could use at that exact moment. She didn't know how to explain being found in bed almost naked with an engaged man right beside her.
“Who is this babe?” The woman shrieked pointing her fingers at her with a murderous look wearing her face. Liam cleared his throat confused at how he would explain the situation. It was like the woman with the pale green eyes kept crossing paths with him. “It's not what you think sweetheart,” Liam stated but was stopped midway as a slap landed on the weak woman on the bed. Isabelle had gone on top of her literally pulling her hair out. Liam quickly pulled his violent fiancée who kept kicking in the air trying to get a hold of Kyla. “Isabelle, get yourself together! What's the meaning of this?” Liam asked, holding her midair. Isabelle huffed angrily looking at Kyla as if she were some poisonous venom. “Did you think sleeping with my man makes you special!” She shrieked trying to get out of his hold and attack Kyla again. Kyla had never been that scared as she tried to wiggle out of the woman's grip. If anything she needed to be headed to work, it seemed she was already late as it was. “Sorry, I need to go, thanks for saving me last night,” Kyla said looking around for something that could cover her better as she quickly ran out of the room calling for a ride. She couldn't do anything to defend herself as she knew all too well the woman was somehow justified in her actions. The last thing she wanted was another drama in her life. Tapping her fingers on her thighs impatiently, Kyla felt frustrated about the traffic. She would probably be late to work which was never an option for her. Kyla felt her head still spinning from the events of the early morning. Nothing could be worse than waking up in an engaged man's bed. She shook her head still in shock as her mind drifted back to how the man's fiancés acted. She breathed in relief as she saw the company building come into view. Looking at the time, she walked through the corridors smiling at the few employees she met along the way. Lucky for her, it was a busy place; hence everyone seemed to mind their own business. Kyla sneakily got into her office releasing a breath she didn't even know she held at how lucky she was to come in unnoticed. “So it's true Kyla!” A voice behind her stuttered her, making her turn around quickly. There he was Mr. Marvin Cooper, her boss and also one of Blake's Business associates and close friend. “Hello Sir," Kyla stuttered her eyes low as she inwardly cursed how horrible her day had turned out to be. “Don't 'Hello Sir' me Kyla! Blake called in and told me you had been acting out of yourself lately and might neglect your work anytime, but I didn't believe him at first,” Mr. Marvin said, biting his lip angrily. “But look at you now, Kyla you know you're my best employee which is why I can't afford to have you misbehave, you know that right?” he asked, his tone low as if negotiating a deal with her. The tone of his voice made her feel nearly breathless. Kyla nodded in reply as she swallowed a big lump that seemed to be stuck in her throat. Her boss had never been this angry at her but since he was her ex-husband's friend then that would be the only explanation for his change of mood. God knows what Blake called to say. “Good, and since you know that then, pack your things and leave here this minute! You're fired!” He ordered his eyes burning with an anger and cruelty that she had never seen before. Kyla felt her breath hitch as reality hit her, she had finally lost everything she valued most. It felt as if the universe was laughing at her pain. “But Sir, it's just this once please give me another chance,” Kyla tried to plead for her job. Her heart filled with determination to do anything possible to keep her job. She had to fight for one thing in her life, just one maybe she would be lucky enough to keep her job. Marvin Cooper grinned at her evilly, remembering Blake's story of his ex-wife cheating on him with other men. An idea popped up his mind as he smiled at the pitiful woman who was under his mercies. desperation in her eyes. “Mmmh lemme see, there's something you can do to help me reconsider giving your job back,” he stated, caressing his chin with his fingers. Kyla's eyes sparked with hope, "anything you want Sir, but please don't fire me." She pleaded feeling ashamed of how her life had turned out, how did she come to the level of begging so shamelessly? She pushed the proud thought at the back of her mind, focusing her mind on the positive side of things. Her boss moved towards her form which was leaning on the wall, grabbing her by her waist before he shamelessly licked her neck. “Well, I heard you love warming other men's beds, why don't you let me have a taste, babe,” he said, his voice coming out husky. Kyla tried to wiggle out of his hold as her mind and heart blackened with disgust, her voice lost in her throat. “Stop resisting woman! Stop pretending you don't want it,” He said, his callous hand roughly grabbing her ass. “What are you doing? Let me go, you monster!” Kyla cried out gathering all her strength to knee him in his crotch, causing him to release her abruptly groaning in pain. “You bitch! Today I must have you!” He shouted holding her hand as he pulled her towards him. Kyla saw red from anger, she would take any insult in the world but not sexual harassment. The man she thought she knew well despite working for him for three years had turned out to be a despicable person. “Let go of my hand you monster, or I'll report you!” Kyla threatened, trying to pull her hand out of his grasp but made no progress. Marvin smirked at her useless threat as he pulled her even closer, holding her by her jaw. “And who do you think the police will believe? A promiscuous woman or a renowned businessman?” He mocked making Kyla's eyes grow wide in realization. Just how much had Blake told him for him to spill such vile words at her? “Now stop wasting my time and let's get this done with whore!” Her boss said placing his lips forcibly on hers as he roughly bit her lips. Just then the door opened suddenly, but Marvin wouldn't let her go despite her muffled protests. “You shameless wench!” Blake's angry voice said his words filled with disgust. As if he had waited for the moment, Marvin threw her away like trash before looking at her in disbelief. “How dare you seduce me to keep your job! Blake, is this what you have been dealing with? A whore for a wife?” Her boss shouted his voice full of shock. Kyla didn't need to lift her eyes to know just how all this appeared to be like. She stood there helpless tears running uncontrollably out of her eyes. Is this what her life had turned out to be? She felt her heart break into pieces from the humiliation she was facing, she wouldn't pray that on any living soul.The cool evening breeze of Miami Beach hit her barely covered skin. It had been a long night of after-party and bidding goodbye as they prepared to travel. Kyla stirred in bed, her eyes opening slightly as a smile graced her lips. She couldn't help but feel her heart reap in joy as she remembered the previous event of her wedding. If she thought it would be good, then she was mistaken, everything exceeded her expectations. It was nothing short of pure Bliss and exceptional. Kyla straightened her arm, only for it to fall on the cold empty spot of her husband's side. They lay all night, tossing and turning in the sheets. Making love through the remaining hours of the night, through their tiredness, until all Kyla could remember was her passing out. She sat up looking at the open window which ushered in the cool breeze from the sea. She hadn't had time to enjoy the beach, as they arrived during the night. Setting her bare feet to the cold floor, she shivered as she walked to the bath
“Hurry or we're going to be late,” Amber almost screamed at her husband who was struggling to keep his tie straight.“Hunnie, can't you see I'm trying to keep this damn thing straight!” Justus replied in his defense, his tone full of annoyance, but Amber laughed at him in return.Justus huffed out loud giving up on his quest making him shrug his shoulders in defeat. A loud cry resonated in the room making Amber close her eyes tightly. Any other day would be okay to hear the pleasant sounds of baby Kendra, but today was just not the day.Justus muffled his chuckle, but Amber didn't miss it, making her throw him a look angrily.“You're enjoying this, right?” Amber asked, looking at him sharply.“Hunnie, I'm not enjoying anything but my little princess seems to be feeling worse than me,” Justus teased, raising his brow at her.It's been four months since Amber delivered a bouncing baby girl. She could never forget that day for anything, from the grand hall to the last bit of her deliver
Kyla tapped on the accept button, hating that she couldn't get rid of the foul feeling that stuck to her stomach. “Hello, Jus, what's up?” Kyla asked, her eyes brows knitted together in confusion.“Kyla, it's Liam, he's in trouble, the meeting went sideways, please come to the address I'll send you,” Justus said, getting straight to the point, panic evident in his voice.Kyla felt her body tremble and feel weak at the same time. Her legs failing to support her, making her buckle, almost sending her to the ground. She glanced at the phone, which appeared to have been disconnected.“What! Amber, I have to go, Liam's in trouble!” Kyla said in panic as she headed out, Amber hot on her heel as she struggled to catch up.“What happened? Wait for me, Kyla,” Amber said behind her, making Kyla slow down to help her down.They boarded the car quickly to the location sent, Kyla tapped her fingers on her thigh restlessly. She couldn't help but feel her heart beat fast in her stomach. She had nev
The party slowed down as nightfall neared everyone in the rush to get back to their places or other things.Kyla spotted Amber and Justus on one corner, already inseparable after their blissful moment. Kyla felt hands engulf her waist from behind. The familiar tingles telling her who it was before she could even see his face. “Why do you look jealous of Amber and Justus, Love?” Liam asked, whispering into her ears.“I just feel happy for them, at least Amber had her husband all evening unlike me,” Kyla said hinting on how busy he had been all evening.“Love, you know I love you right, I can't promise I'll spend the night with you, I have a meeting that was just set up impromptu,” Liam said making Kyla feel her heart dampen. She turned slowly, looking at him for any signs of teasing but found none.“Babe, are you seriously telling me, you'll be occupied tonight? What time will you be back?” Kyla asked, pouting as she looked at him.“I don't know for sure, but Justus will be accompany
“Surprise!” Many voices shouted at once making Kyla and Liam halt suddenly in shock. Kyla was aware of what was happening, but she didn't expect something this grand would be done within a short time. Liam looked around, feeling his legs get weak at the beautiful scenery of what was once in ashes. As the lights came on Liam chuckled on seeing his family already present. It appeared everyone was aware except him, the burner with his late dad's name moved him to tears.‘IN LOVING MEMORY OF DANIEL STORM: HIS LEGACY WILL LIVE ON’Clapping came from every corner of the cheerful hall. “Babe, I hope you like it,” Kyla muttered beside her husband, throwing her dad a knowing look.Liam turned around hugging Kyla tightly before holding her at an arm's length and placing a kiss on her forehead.“I love it, thanks love, I love you so much,” Liam said, looking around, his eyes full of admiration.Kyla smiled broadly as she hugged him tightly, her heart beating fast in gratitude. The overwhelme
Liam sat up carefully looking at them, concern swimming in his eyes.“What is it champ?” Liam asked worriedly as Kyla sat on the bed next to him. It was unsure for Dean or the twins to wake up crying in the middle of the night for nothing.Dean, overwhelmed by whatever he was going through, cried even harder as Kyla hugged him comfortingly. Kyla placed her hand on his forehead to check if he was hot or sick, but everything appeared fine.“Tell us what's wrong baby, did you have a nightmare?” Kyla said, feeling her heart twist at seeing him like that.Dean nodded fresh tears brimming in his eyes. “Mommy, is being dead a bad thing?” Dean asked, looking at his mother curiously, his glassy eyes filled with tears. Kyla and Liam looked at each other both in surprise and confusion. “Why would you ask that, champ? Where did you hear the word from?” Liam asked, worry evident in his voice. No parent would imagine their child asking them about death. “I heard uncle saying that my parents are
Feeling tense and uncertain Kyla retired to her room as soon as dinner was over. She hasn't stopped contemplating on how to tell Liam about their unborn baby. She paced around the room picking her on her nails nervously. Lost in thought, she jumped slightly at the feel of familiar hands around her waist. “What's up love, what are you thinking about?” Liam asked, placing his head between her neck and shoulder.Kyla felt her stomach muscles tense at the thought that Liam could feel she was expectant. “Love, if this is about what the kids said…”“There'ssomethingihavebeenkeepingfromyou,” Kyla said so fast that she had to catch her breath. If Liam wasn't keen to listen he wouldn't have grasped anything she said.“What? I didn't get you,” Liam said, standing before her, his gaze fixed on her. Kyla fixated her eyes on his chest, unable to maintain eye contact. She didn't know how to say the words out slowly, they could seem like just two words, but she couldn't understand why it was so
She huffed out loudly trying to get the fatigue that hang on her like a branch. Being in the hospital for days hadn't done her any good. Liam sat next to her driving her home, from the look on his cringed forehead one could tell he looked tired. Kyla looked at him intensely making his eyes brows knit before smiling slightly.“What is love, out with it,” he asked his eyes still fixed on the road, but he couldn't miss the flushed look on Kyla's face.“What? What are you talking about?” Kyla asked biting back the smile that spread on her lips uncontrollably.“You've been staring at me for minutes love, is there something you want to say?” Liam insisted, throwing her a side glance with his eyebrow raised before focusing back on the road. He could have sworn he felt the way her gaze boreholes on his face. She appeared lost in thought for quite some time.“Well, it's nothing babe, I was just thinking of how amazing you are,” Kyla answered, hiding the blush that graced her cheeks.“Mmm ama
Kyla cracked her eyes open slightly, furrowing her brows from the bright white light in the room. It took her a while to process what was happening. Her dad! “Dad?” Kyla muttered, but her voice came out croaky and strained. She tried calling, but no sound came out this time, her throat feeling as if someone had dragged bags of sand through it. Kyla couldn't push the image of seeing her dad lying on the floor bleeding. She had to go see him no matter what. He had to have survived for the sake of her sanity. Something heavy on her bed side made her freeze as she tried to sit up. Kyla popped her head letting her eyes search for whatever it was that was restricting her movement. Her eyes rested on Liam who appeared to have fallen asleep with his brows knitted in worry. Kyla stirred trying to stay in a comfortable position as she watched him carefully. He had really gone through a lot in the past few days. She couldn't trade him for anything in the world. Liam could have sworn h