020. He's mine

Raven

In the end, I got dressed with an unsatisfied pussy and without actually bathing.

Throughout the time I got dressed, I could only hope he didn't notice how red my face was. Because I had just fantasised about us having sex in his bathroom. I won't blame myself, it's my womanly desires.

We were going for my eye check-up today, after which I would listen to audio textbooks and then plan the wedding, even though Killian had refused.

He said he would handle everything, but it might take a while because he is loaded with work, so in about two months we should be married publicly.

I want it immediately, though. I want it over the news that I married my husband's brother after I got divorced, but it would sound and look desperate on my part.

People would be like, ‘Oh, she's so desperate she has to spread her legs for her brother-in-law to marry her.’

‘ She couldn't afford to go broke, so she married her brother-in-law.’

Regardless of what happens, I'm following my heart this time.

Now, we were in the car, heading for the hospital. The atmosphere was tense because Scarlett was sitting right beside me. I can't see her but I could feel her eyes on me every now and then.

The radio was on, a piano playing for over five minutes, until it was switched to the news channel.

And guess what?

My misfortune was being broadcast on the news.

We’d barely merged onto the highway when the radio host’s chirpy voice echoed in the car.

“....and in breaking celebrity news, Viktor Markov has officially confirmed his engagement to Holly Vance, the biological mother of his twins.”

My stomach lurched violently. It's not like I don't know he would eventually choose to marry her but the reality of it was even more painful. And the fact that it was this quick kept me wondering if he ever loved me.

The radio continued, oblivious to how every word was crushing my soul.

“Sources say the divorce between Markov and his now ex-wife, Raven Lopez, has sparked online debates. Many speculate the marriage ended due to her suspected infertility after failing to give the family another child after five years…”

I nearly laughed. Viktor and I clearly chose not to have another baby so those words were bullshit.

I heard Scarlett chuckle beside me.“ They failed to mention how he cheated.” She spoke, and for a moment, I felt triumphant that at least someone knew the truth.

My fingers dug into the edge of my seat as the radio kept blasting into my ears. Why the fuck has Killian not turned it off yet?

“ ….and unverified reports claim Raven may also be struggling with sudden vision loss, though neither party has confirmed this. Social media users argue that Viktor ‘deserves a complete family’ while others accuse Raven of hiding her condition to deceive the public…”

A bitter laugh slipped out of my lips.“A complete family,” I croaked, pain tipping through my chest “Of course.”

My chest tightened painfully. They were talking about me like I was some nobody. Like I had failed at being a woman, a mother and a wife.

Outside, the city noise blurred with the sound coming from the radio, each word piercing through my soul.

Why had Killian still not turned it off? “ Switch it off. “ I gritted.

" No.” His calm and collected voice came.“ The first step in moving on is accepting what they say about you. You alone know what's true so don't block it out.”

His words made sense but I was too bitter to talk about it. They had carefully crafted a narrative to paint me black and paint me as the problem.

“....most influencers praised Viktor for choosing to move forward with Holly, the mother of his children. Online polls show the public believes Holly will be a better fit and a good replacement for the company.”

I didn’t even realise my hands were shaking. I was breathing heavily at the thought of being replaced. He has taken everything from me , now he's letting Holly take my place at the company.

I swallowed hard, forcing air into my lungs.

“So this is how I get to find out,” I murmured."It's just been a day, and he has already gone viral about the divorce.”

Now everybody thinks of me like a blind, barren and discarded woman.

The radio kept blaring in my ears till we got to the hospital. Killian held my hand and guided me to the consultation room.

“ I won't be with you during the check-up, but Scarlett will be there in case you need anything,” Killian said as he helped me sit on the chair.

" Where are you going ?” I asked, I did not want to be alone with Scarlett. I don't trust jealous women.

" I have a surgery, three actually. So I'll be a little late,” he answered.

I mouthed an ‘oh’.

He leaned in and kissed my cheek.“ See you soon, Dollface.”

I blushed as I nodded and he grabbed my cheeks, pulling on them before stepping out.

Not long after, I heard the clacking of heels.“ I guess we are stuck together till your check-up is done." I heard her say.

It was kind of awkward being with her so I only nodded. Then she stayed with me till the optician came.

The check-up lasted an hour. I was informed that there was improvement in my lens and cornea, and I could get my sight back if I continued the medication.

I was so happy because I could get back to my old life. Scarlett took me to Killan's office, where I plugged in my pods to listen to audio textbooks.

I had gone halfway when Scarlett plucked my AirPods out of my ears.“ I've been calling you for the past five minutes.” She said

I gasped ." I'm sorry, I wasn't paying attention." I dropped the AirPods and sat up straight.“ Is there something you want?”

She hummed, smacking her lips.“ Did you know that Killian and I dated for a few years?”

I tensed, Why the fuck is she telling me?“ It's actually none of my business what you two had together.”

She chuckled.“ It's not but I just want you to know your place.” I felt her draw closer, her minty perfume filling my nose.

She smelt like mint, I don't like mint.

" Killian is mine. This marriage is only temporary, the moment you get back to the top then you are going to give me back my man!” She snarled before her retreating heels echoed in the room and then the door shut.

I took a ragged breath. I knew something was going on between them, I knew she had something for him. If only I could see her face as she said that to me.

Maybe I should turn down his offer and save myself the humiliation of another divorce in future. If he wants to help, he should just offer it to me as a friend.

I plugged in my AirPods and continued listening to the audiobooks, using my imagination to work on the procedures.

I remained seated for what felt like hours , my butt was beginning to hurt. I stood to stretch my body but I didn't take a step, afraid that I would not be able to trace my way back to the chair.

I sat down after a few seconds until my tummy grumbled. I sighed, wanting to yell Scarlett's name but stopped myself. I don't want to feel like a burden.

Killian said she'll be with me but she's gone. So I swallowed my situation and waited, the hunger making me grow weak as time rolled by.

I fell asleep at one point but woke up to the sound of my phone ringing. Feeling relieved that maybe it was Killian, I pressed my finger to the fingerprint sensor to answer the call.

“ Hello,kii……”

" Ma'am!” Julie's voice rang through.

I creased my brows, wondering why she was calling.“ How are you doing, Julie?"

“ I'm good…. Ma'am? Viktor is…." She paused, and I heard her take a slow breath.

My fingers trembled slightly. Even till now the mention of his name still makes me tremble a little.“ Speak Julie, what is it?”

And then she spoke." Viktor has filed a lawsuit against you. A Custody case, abuse and neglect of the twins."

My blood ran extremely cold as I clutched the screen tightly.

Abuse?