ARIEL POV Sleep deserted me abruptly, leaving behind a groggy and tired self. I pried myself off the bed and sat up. The previous night, suddenly appearing before my very eyes. I remembered Ryan's fleeting,feather-light touches around my face and neck, his eyes staring into mine, the incredulous look on his face when he had felt the barrier of my innocence. The way he spoke gently in my ears, to calm myself. It was a night I would never forget. It was blissful, pain first followed by pleasure. I glanced sideways, as Ryan was not beside me. He was probably bathing. I gently lifted the duvet off my body, as I noticed the blood stain on the bed. I wanted to stand, but I felt weak and hungry. The kiss, hugs, words of reassurance and the love making sends my body tingling with sensation. It was as if we bonded last night. A night meant to never be forgotten. The bathroom door opened, as Ryan got out. My gaze lingered to him, as his body was wet, his blonde hair messy. His well-buil
RYAN POV It has just been a day since I tasted the forbidden fruit. No, definitely not the forbidden fruit. It was a gift meant for us, as a married couple. A day since I had felt the barrier of her innocence. My very first night of passionate sex, my very first time. It was unbelievable that Ariel was my first, likewise was I. My mind couldn't stop wandering as I worked in the office. All I could see were her smiles, beautiful face shining and being radiant. I yearned for more, but I wanted to apply self-control. "Sir." I felt someone tap me, as I shook out of the trance I was in. "Yes.”I looked up at my chief executive, before glancing around. I had gotten lost at the meeting. “Oh Ariel, you won't be the end of me.”I mused. "Please carry on.”I rested my palm under my chin, trying hard to block the constant imagination of Ariel and me. "Sir, the business deal with Mrs. Samantha company is still on. We need to know your next course of action.”He stated, as I breathed ou
ARIEL POV It would be best to describe the past few days. It was wondrous, beautiful, blissful. I can't think of the perfect adjective to describe it. Ryan couldn't help but almost stop me from visiting his family for the weekend. He insisted he would feel lonely. After much pleading, he accepted on the note of having some of my ready-made cooked meals as well as food recipes. It warmed my heart to know he really cared about me. It had been day two of my visit to the Ackers home, and no doubt I longed for something. Ryan and I had been communicating steadily on phone calls and messages. The most heart lifting one was his special love letter he promised to send throughout the weekend. The one I read yesterday made my heart warm and joyful. The letters, words made a lot of sense, and touched me deeply. Ryan should be a writer. "You're thinking about your hubby, aren't you?”Eva's voice jolted me out of my reverie. She wiggled her eyebrows, prompting me to laugh. She q
RYAN POVWords alone can't describe how I had felt for the past two days. Without her, it was difficult to remain too well. I had to eat alone, cook, and sleep alone, this reminding me of the time I was single. And when I finally saw her, with that beautiful smile on her face, I felt my heart full. It was glaring to say my heart felt too full and tight, at the sight of her. She was the one for me. And when she drew me into a warm embrace, I felt my body suddenly light. I felt like not leaving her. I breathe in that familiar scent, reminding me of how it calms my soul. I felt my heart throbbed when she said those words: “I MISSED YOU”It made me the happiest man on earth, just in the arms of my darling wife. "Aww. You guys are making the single ones like us jealous with the scene in front of us.” I groaned at Eva's comment, as Ariel chuckled against my chest before pulling away, our eyes locking each other briefly. Those brown eyes. How, I have missed them so much. "You would
ARIEL POV I think I would have to confess that Ryan had been a little weird today. From his embrace in front of his mum and Eva, to his constant care and attention. It felt all kind of new to me. As if with a massive touch of more addition, more display of affection. I loved every bit of it. It was mind-blowing going on a date again. And then it all happened swiftly:the great coincidence. Seeing Nick and Kathleen hand in hand, smiling lovingly together. I knew Ryan was oblivious to their relationship, but was quite slow to stop him. In fact, it was as if I was hit with confusion, speechlessness, and shock. I simply stood. And when I did recollect myself, it was late. Ryan did not have pity on the young man who happened to be his best friend and future brother-in-law. He was furious. The only thought that came to my mind was to stand in front of him, to receive the next incoming blow. Probably stupid and immature. But that was the only thought that crept to my mind. And there I
ARIEL POV Ryan pressed his lips against my forehead, my heart suddenly felt too full and tight. He locked eyes with me, as he gave out a groan. "I will miss you.”He mused, his eyes with hidden emotion I could not easily decipher. Ryan had to travel with his dad for the next three days, and to be honest, I felt a big part of me not willing to let him go. Slowly, I was becoming attached to him day by day. "I will miss you too. Don't forget to get me some presents.”I let out a lopsided smile as he chuckled. "I will never forget that.”He paused, as his stare left me for a few seconds. He held my arms, as he looked in my eyes. "Why am I feeling reluctant to go? Maybe I should just cancel the trip.”He rasped out. My eyes squinted, not sure if I heard right. "This is because of your dad, right?”His facial countenance changed immediately. "What do you mean?”He didn't meet my eyes again as his grip on my arms slowly left. “You are still angry with your dad, aren't you? I felt that
RYAN POV I wasn't convinced if I felt my thoughts were straight for the past few days. Anxiety, pain, and the throbbing past kept haunting me like a storm. Every time I tried to keep calm, but I am not certain how long I could keep up. I was scared, tired at the same time. Just like a comet, I felt those emotions I have managed to hold on coming back to life. Those emotions I thought I had buried suddenly resurrected. And just when I thought I was going to avoid him, he was always close to me. That proximity breeds nothing but deep hatred.I thought I had forgiven him, but it was false. How could I?The car door opened, as my dad entered, a smile on his lips. I looked to the other side, wishing I had arranged to be in a different car. The car started moving and there was silence between us. It didn't help much as the inside of me craved to voice out. I had been holding it for too long. I thought it didn't matter, but my heart was still heavy. "Son. We should talk.” His voice ca
RYAN POV Just like a flash of light, reality dawned on me. I was extremely tense, as I paced to and fro the hospital waiting room. My muscles were unable to release, and goosebumps clouded my body. It was as if I had seen a ghost. If this is a dream, please wake me up. I kept tapping myself to be certain I was in reality and not a dream world. It was difficult to think straight. My phone rang for the umpteenth time as I groaned out of frustration. My frustration only grew into anger when I saw that familiar number. "Mr. Martin, the fake investigator. I am sure you got my message.” I seethed, my right hand in a fist, in an attempt to calm my angry self, but it didn't seem to be working. “I swear that I made a thorough investigation about Miss Evelyn. Even the remains of her body found were tested and confirmed to be hers. Maybe the person you saw was a doppelgänger.” He explained, but I was not buying that. It was Evelyn…. Evelyn, my wife. "I will let this slide for a tempora