Emma's POV
Ethan had to attend his company's formal dinner and, as his fiancee, I had to accompany him. I had moved back into his mansion, putting the past behind us and falling in love all over again. I quit the receptionist job and was making plans on starting my own business venture. Ethan said he'd support in every way. I was relying on him for that.
We dressed together, he wore a sharp black Armani and I wore a long black lace dress from Torick's. We looked absolutely adorable together.
As we descended the stairs the household staff cheered and clapped for us as if we were royalty. Well, we kinda were, my arm wrenched in his.
He opened the door for me to his black Bentley. I sat down comfortably as he got into the driver's seat and started the car.
"You look so damn beautiful tonight," he said and planted a kiss on my lips.
"And you look so handsome right now."
He gave a smirk and drove out of the gar
Emma's POVI was pacing the room back and forth and in circles. I turned off the television for the third time, but I didn't want to feel alone. I turned it back on and sat down on the huge bed, feeling drained and scared.Ethan had already left for work and I didn't want to get his attention yet, so I didn't call him.I felt like I was burning up so I undressed and stepped into the shower, turning the water cold until I felt better.I toweled off my wet skin and changed into pajamas. I walked to the patio for a breath of fresh air because I felt like I was drowning with sorrow and happiness.Chef served my breakfast, but I couldn't eat. I couldn't even stand the sight of the meal. I wished I had a dog so I could just toss the food over to it.Ethan came home at six but headed to the office to complete a task.Afterward, he met me upstairs in the bedroom."Hey baby, how was your day?" he asked as he entere
Sharon's POVI didn't killed his mom; it was an accident. The gun went off and she was dead. I pulled her body out to the woods and left her there, wrapped in a black bed sheet. I had already received the false identities and done a makeover. I couldn't even recognize myself. My blonde hair was now black and I was tan. I loved it.When I got back to the States, I rented an apartment not too far from the mansion. If I sat on my patio, I had a perfect view of it.There were more security guards so it would be very difficult to get in unseen. Emma even had a personal bodyguard who followed her around in public if Ethan wasn't with her. It was going to be difficult to get her alone now. And rumor had it that she was pregnant again— with bloody twins!My blood boiled and my jaw tightened looking at the huge mansion, sitting there on the hill like a kingdom, mocking me with its presence. I wanted to burn it to the ground with Ethan and Emma inside
Emma's POVI woke up to the chipping sound of birds and a blinding ray of sunlight on my eyelids. I rolled out of bed and headed to the bathroom where I freshened up and dressed in something more comfortable. I was dreadfully hungry and Ethan was nowhere in sight.He must have gotten up earlier and went to the morgue.I took my purse and headed to the restaurant for a bite, Anton and Brad following close behind. They were dressed in strictly black and wore black stylish eye glasses. They, basically, resembled the main characters in the movie Men in Black.As we walked, we got attention from many on-lookers. Some taking pictures while others were pointing, and others saying hello to us. I couldn't engage in conversation with anyone; they spoke Italian and I just couldn't understand.Nevertheless, I ate peacefully— fish sticks and pancakes. Ethan had told me I should start eating healthier so I added a side of mixed vegetables.&nbs
Ethan's POVI was up early doing some extreme workouts in the gym when Halley came in."Good morning," she said as she stood, watching me with her doe eyes."What's up?" I asked, still running on the treadmill. I was determined to get in twenty miles."I have something you might be interested in seeing. I'll be at my chambers." She left and left me wondering what that was all about.After I completed my twenty miles and refreshed, I went to check on Emma. She was still fast asleep, wrapped up in the sheets like a burrito. I closed the door quietly and went to find Halley."This came over GSDC this morning. They interviewed your former COO." She handed me her tablet.Linda was being interviewed by the host of the channel.********************************Host: How long were two you having an affair?Linda: Well, it wasn't really an affair, it's not like he was married.
Ethan's POV"Don't bullshit me, cop. I have a mechanic who services my vehicles every month. I didn't have any leak. If I did, I would've smelled gasoline before leaving home with the car!"I was in a fit of rage because this stupid cop kept telling me that the explosion was an accident caused by a leak in my gas tank. I knew damn well that I didn't have a leak. I couldn't have a leak when that car was newly bought just two weeks ago. I loved my cars as if they were my children and I gave them the best servicing in the world from top to bottom, exterior to interior."Mr. Hollen, calm down; we're looking into it for further investigation.""Where's my fiancee?""She's just outside this door having a glass of water.""She's pregnant and I don't want her being upset anymore. Can we leave now?""Yes. We'll call you when further information soon.""Uh huh."I stood up and went to find my woman. I had already called L
Emma's POVToday was Ethan's birthday and I planned on making it special for him. Halley, Hannah and I had already set up decorations and informed the party comers. He wasn't at home so he would get a great surprise later on when he got back from his trip.His Nana had moved in with us. She was getting fragile and still grieving over the death of her daughter, but I tried to make her as comfortable and peaceful as possible. She was looking forward to seeing the surprise on his face when he walked in and saw the party.The disc jockey was by the swimming pool; the security guards were checking and clearing the guest entrance. We wanted a safe party.After everything had been set up and put in order, and the caterers delivered the meals and we arranged the buffet style food, I went upstairs with Nana to get dressed. I helped her in the bathtub then went to my room and took a shower. I got dressed and went back over to assist her in getting ready.&nb
Ethan's POVIt's true what they say: play with the Devil and God will make you pay.I should've gotten rid of her a long time ago. Now she was here tormenting my life, hurting my love ones, and corrupting my household. Some people really knew how to bring out the worst in others. I had done right by her and never made her feel bad about being with me. I was good in every way possible, but I guess some people just can't be satisfied and appreciate shit.That's why I love Emma. I could be broke today or tomorrow and she'll still be around because she doesn't care about my money.She wouldn't stay with me if I did her wrong; she was not in it for the money. She was here because she loved me and I loved her too. I promised her that I would be there for her. I promised her that nobody was going to hurt her and the unborn babies again. I didn't break my promises. I didn't care if I would have to climb mountains and walk on water; I would fin
Ethan's POV"I slapped her in the face and called security to capture her. I couldn't believe she hurt Emma like that. She was supposed to clean the bedroom, not attack her!" Halley said in anguish as we sat in a public hospital, waiting to hear about Emma's condition from a doctor.I hated hospitals. Something about them screamed death with their cold halls and rooms. I hated them. I was going crazy and I wanted to kill someone. I wanted to wrap my hands around something and squeeze the life out of it.Why couldn't I catch a break? Why so much hate and anger? What did Emma ever do to anyone to deserve such an attack?I blamed myself. Hiring that maid out of the blue because I was angry with Emma for the miscarriage. I didn't even conduct a proper background check on Hannah like I usually did all my employees.I was so focused on capturing Sharon— the woman who killed my mom— that I forgot all about Emma and what Linda said about Hanna