***Jacob’s POV***
I cursed after reading Dale’s report about Lily. So the woman was on the move! She probably discovered the tricks I used to oust her, and I should be ready for her revenge. Then, I decided to leave my room at about seven in the evening to check on Bethany.
“What on earth do you think you’re doing, Bethany?” I asked in disbelief when I saw her casually sitting on the sofa while watching television.
“I was bored,” she replied briefly.
“Bethany, let me remind you that you are not a guest here so don’t act like one!” I snapped at her before going to the cabinet where I kept the bullwhip that I previously used on her. She seemed perplexed at my tone.
“Jacob…wait!”
She tried to stop the whip from hitting her skin but it caught her off guard, and she didn’t have time to brace herself for the pain. She assumed I would
***Bethany’s Pov***“Hello,” he greeted me with a smile but I wasn’t moved by his cute smile. “It’s good that you are already here, Bethany. Come on, have a seat so we can start eating.”As I stared at him, I wondered what was inside his brain for a minute. How could he treat me nicely after lashing the bullwhip against my skin? How could he smile at me while hurting my feelings repeatedly? From the day I fall for him, I tried my hardest to understand every side of him but he was too much! Honestly, I didn’t want to talk to him again! I shouldn’t let him notice how vulnerable I was around him! I knew it was stupid but I had been nursing my feelings for him despite how many times he broke my heart.What happened today was nothing new. He broke my heart again and yet, here I am, still hoping to see the day when he would finally realize my worth. I knew it was crazy but I still imagined him being with Jillian. Was it wrong for a mother to wish something like that for her daughter? Jillia
***Bethany’s POV***When Jacob left for his business trip, I was tempted to leave, however, his warning echoed inside my head. He mentioned killing anyone who would dare go to the gate and I didn’t want to risk dying while he was not around. If I should die in his estate, he should kill me with his own hands.Every single day, I was just frustrated because I couldn’t change my situation. I was in trouble and no one knew about it. Jillian was probably missing me, and I wished I could contact her but how? Jacob confiscated my mobile phone as soon as we arrived at his damn estate.Due to boredom, I would rather stay inside my room after doing all of my chores. It has been my daily activity until one day, Jacob showed up in front of me and he was furious as hell. “J-Jacob,” I stammered in calling his name when he suddenly entered the room. I was really taken aback by his presence. “What are you up to, Bethany? I have been here since last night but I didn’t see you!” “I am done with m
***Jacob’s POV***It took more than my willpower from tasting her delectable lips. Dreadful? Huh! “I can be a jerk at times, Bethany, but you know that I am a good kisser,” I reminded her of the times when she used to love my kissing skills, and her cheeks turned crimson red. Then, I narrowed my eyes at her for doing something stupid! Of all the things she could to do stop me from kissing her, I didn’t expect her to bite my lips. I used my thumb to wipe the blood from my lips, and then I tried to do the same to her lips but she covered them with her hand.“You are wrong, Jacob. You are a jerk all the time!” She insulted me and I narrowed my eyes as I moved closer to her, sniffing her like a wee puppy. She scooted away, little by little until she reached her bedroom and slammed the door on my face!The brat!I knocked on the door several times but the obstinate woman refused to open it. “Open the door, Bethany!” I shouted while continuing to knock. “Damn it, woman! Are you going to ope
***Bethany’s POV***The weight of his thigh on my abdomen was excruciating, but somehow, I craved more of it. Slowly, I parted my legs for him, and I arched my buttocks to rub myself into his muscular thighs. I have gone insane for wanting him, even though I was aware that he would only use my body to satisfy his sexual needs.I didn’t realize I was already naked until I felt the cold air from the room’s air-conditioning unit. I was embarrassed by my nakedness and attempted to cover my breasts with my hands but he pushed my hands away, exposing me to his eyes. I couldn’t look him in the eyes while he scrutinized every inch of my naked body and at that moment, I was glad to deliver Jillian normally. My daughter’s birth didn’t leave a scar on my body.“Exquisite…,” he said while making small circles around my nipples and then he gently massaged my breasts. “Soft and full,” he mumbled.I whimpered as his other hand reached for the private area between my legs, and I inhaled deeply as h
***Jacob’s POV***I noticed that something was wrong with Bethany. Every day, she appeared pale and tired. One day, I discovered her curled up near the sofa, napping just like the day before. Was it possible that I used too much of her energy? Was it because of my frequent visit to her bedroom?This time, she was sleeping on my bed. I remembered asking her to clean my room and then I left to get something from the nearest department store. I couldn’t trust anyone to get something for Bethany so I had to do it.I was certain she was sick but I wasn’t heartless to wake her up so I waited until she would wake up. Then, I assumed her fetal position and lay beside her while staring into her beautiful face. Her eyes were surrounded by dark circles, and she sighed deeply even while sleeping. Was she having a bad dream?I wanted to console her but I had no idea where or how to begin. I treated her worse than before even if she had crept into my heart and I sighed at the thought of falling for
***Bethany’s POV***Earlier, I was awake when he entered the room but I was afraid to see his reaction so I pretended to sleep. When he lay beside me, the bed moved, and I was concerned that he would realize I was only pretending to sleep. I waited for him to leave the room but he didn’t; instead, his fingers traced a line into my lips, and it took everything I had not to open my eyes and stared back at him. Why not, though? I was sure I could do it! So, I slowly opened my eyes to see his reaction but he suddenly got angry and scowled at me.As he slammed the door, I raised my eyebrows. He just pretended to be nice for a few moments before reverting to being a jerk. Nonetheless, I believed that his heart had softened for me. Even if it was only a little, it was more than enough for me to be optimistic. I smiled as I stood up, and replaced his bed sheet with a clean and crisp one. I also changed the blue curtains into white to lighten the mood in his bedroom.Then, I followed him outsi
***Jacob’s POV***I took a quick glance at the sleeping woman before proceeding to the waiting area. Then, I bit my lower lip when the realization hit me that I was the cause of her exhaustion, and I promised myself that I would no longer bother her to satisfy me in bed at night.A few moments later, I realized that waiting for the results was boring. However, I had no choice and there was nothing I could do about it. I tried to check my phone but it was not in my pocket. I probably left it at home when I was in a hurry to help Bethany.Finally, the nurse arrived, and I asked her to accompany me to the doctor’s office. I was nervous while walking behind her. I smiled at the doctor as soon as I entered his office and greeted him properly.“Are you concerned that something is wrong with your wife?” The doctor inquired.I wanted to correct him about the wife thing but the doctor suddenly smiled at me as if he has a piece of good news to tell me. “Indeed. I was worried about her. Lately,
***Bethany’s Pov***I raised my brows as Jacob held me while walking towards the hospital’s exit door. Obviously, he was only concerned about our baby, and not me! I couldn’t put my finger on it but I was depressed and disappointed. If I hadn’t swooned in the garden, he wouldn’t have known about my pregnancy. “I said I am okay, Jacob,” I snapped at him but he remained relentless. I rolled my eyes at him but instead of being furious, he just giggled. Did I say something funny to him? His vehicle was parked just a few steps away from the hospital’s exit door, and then he opened the door while waiting for me to get in.“I am not a child, Jacob!” I snapped at his constant hovering because it was irritating! It just didn’t feel right to me. He wasn’t being true to himself and he acted like someone else!“You could have just said yes to my question, Bethany. You don’t have to snap at me every time I will ask you about something,” he complained after closing the door.On our way home, we we