7: My biggest mistake

Asher Pov♡

I sit by Alex's bed and read him a story from his book like I always do but unlike every other night, Blue isn't sitting on the other side.

I hope he won't ask. Won't notice that she is gone but how long will I be able to keep giving excuses until he finally realizes she is gone.

“Dada, where is mommy?” He asks, breaking my trance. My eyes remain on the book, staring hard at the words that I can't focus anymore.

“Dada” He calls again. I turn to him, smile softly and stroke his hair.

“Mommy was tired. She went to bed early” I push out the lie with a heavy heart.

He pouts, “Mommy cry” he says in a sad voice.

“Alex, mommy will be fine. Don't worry” I press a kiss on his forehead and gently massage his head until he eventually falls asleep.

I quietly leave the bed, making sure he is tucked in bed comfortably. Placing the book back on the table, I leave the room and drag my feet downstairs.

Kate is lounging on the couch in the living room. I ignore her stare as I make my way to the kitchen. One of the staff is doing the dishes. Upon noticing me, she turns off the tap and asks, “Mr. Vorozi, would you like your dinner here or in your room?”

“I don't have an appetite. Serve my grandmother” I state before walking over to the fridge and grabbing myself a bottle of Red Bordeaux.

Just as I turn, Kate is at the doorway.

I just know she is going to erupt with questions. I walk past her, out to the living room and she follows behind.

“Where is Blue?”

I inhale a deep breath.

“She is gone” I state. Kate moves and stands in front of me, eyeing me like I have grown two heads.

“She is gone? Alone?” She repeats, “I don't believe it, Asher. She would never leave Alex behind”

“She signed the papers, acknowledged what's best for Alex and left”

Kate's brows cease together, her sharp gaze pierces through me.

“Where did she go? I will talk to her. She can't break this marriage” She demands.

“I don't know and couldn't care less. Why are you so worked up? Didn't you dislike her all this time? Celebrate that she is no longer with me” I exclaim harshly.

“I attended your wedding unlike your parents who didn't bother acknowledging anything. I didn't like Blue because I had my doubts but that was long ago. That woman has proved over and over again, she isn't greedy for your money and you went behind her back, shoving your dick somewhere else. You seemed so in love with her and it wore out so soon for what? That fox-like woman? Unbelievable” She scoffs, crossing her arms.

“It's my life and I'll do what I want” I state thickly, holding back the anger before I walk past her to the stairs.

Her voice lingers in the distance.

“How will you tell Alex about it?”

I press my lips firmly as I climb the stairs, head to my room and close the door shut.

The room still smells of her cologne and shampoo. The room is as clean as ever with everything that makes it cozy yet the warmth, the relief isn't here. My eyes fall on the portrait of our wedding hanging on the wall above the bed.

My heart churns.

Our marriage ended.

I walk over to the couch and drop myself before opening the cap of the bottle. Before I can even take a sip, my phone rings in my pants pocket. I fetch it out and stare at the number before answering it.

“Is it done?” I ask, training my eyes on the locked door.

“Sir, actually… er..” He trails off, hesitating.

“Speak up” I demand, not having the patience.

“She escaped”

My heart drops. Panic flares in my chest then a rush of anger takes over.

“She escaped!? Are you fucking kidding me?” I erupt, standing up in shock. I put the bottle on the table, my brows cease together in concern.

“Where did she go? Find her at any cost or it won't be good for you all” I sneer at him harshly.

“Sir, we are trying… We will find her” He says in a rush before hanging up. I groan, running a furious hand through my hair only to wince at the pull at my scar.

Blue escaped.

She isn't familiar with the area.

My perfect plan just shattered.

What do I do now?

She can't come back here. I can't let her be back here.

My phone rings again, showing the caller ID of Ariel. I throw my phone on the couch and grab the bottle of wine before gulping it down like a starved man.

I have to send Alex somewhere else. Somewhere far from anyone's reach.

..

The next morning, I rush to leave for the office but Kate stops me on the way.

“I'm not telling him about his mother. You better deal with the mess yourself” She asserts before flicking her gaze back to the magazine.

I leave the house and hop in my car. My head is still throbbing from all the stress and wine.

Once I settle myself in the office, I check the emails section. Countless emails piling up. One that stays on top sent another throb in my head.

My father.

I have been ignoring both of my parents' calls, their secretary as well. I am not prepared to deal with their outburst yet.

My office phone rings and I answer it, “Sir, Mrs. Viscot is heading to your office. I tried to stop her but she‐

As my assistant speaks, I flick my eyes at the floor to ceiling glass wall dividing the waiting area. Ariel is already opening the door. Clad in her most atrocious outfit, a black top with a deep neckline plunging down to her belly. A white blazer is draped on her shoulders, barely there for aesthetic, matched with a mini skirt.

“She is already in. Next time you ought to be fast or violent but don't let anyone into my suite unless appointed” I assert before hanging up as Ariel walks through the waiting area attached in my suite before opening the blurry glass door to my office.

Ariel's heels click on the marble floor as she walks around my table to reach me. She flashes me a sultry smile. Leans against the table, places her handbag bag in front of me over the laptop.

“What are you doing here?” I ask, training my eyes on her.

“You were ignoring my calls” She says, tapping her fingers against the table.

“I didn't want you to forget me so here I am, looking pretty for you”

I roll my eyes, turning from her to stare at anything else.

“How can I forget you, Ariel?” I murmur and she chuckles.

“Good to know. So how's Blue doing? Has she agreed to divorce you or still planning on being a burden?” She asks.

I clench my fist, plaster a smile and turn to her.

“She signed it and left,” I announce. Ariel blinks, surprise flickers in her eyes for a moment then she breaks into a biggest smile.

“Are you serious? She really left?” She squeals, pushing herself away from the table and reaching for my face.

My muscles tense under her touch.

“Asher, you just gave me the second happiest news” She beams. I frown, not interested to know what first is but I still do.

“Second?” I repeat.

“Wait” She reaches for her handbag and puts it in my lap.

“There's something inside for you”

I inhale a deep breath, hesitant for a moment but I look inside her handbag. Some cards, lipstick, a hairbrush and

My heart drops.

It can't be.

My head whips up to look at her.

She is full on grinning.

“I'm pregnant”