Chapter 4

MAX'S POV

“Nothing Dad. We were just getting to know each other. Isn't it Ashley?” I asked, turning my gaze.

“Yeah it is,” she responded, her voice filled with fear.

“I thought as much,” Dad said.

We all had lunch together. I couldn't get my eyes off her. She has a beautiful name that compliments her beauty. Who could resist such beauty and alluring looks. She's so gorgeous.

I was so shocked when Ashley had walked in with Dad. I looked behind to see if I could see another lady walk in, who could probably be dad's fiancée, he said was coming along with him. When I saw it was just two of them. I had hoped it wasn't what I was thinking.

How did they know each other? That was the first question that popped into my mind. Ashley has been in my head ever since that night. I had come back to the room that morning to find out she was gone, leaving behind her diamond wristwatch. I didn't at least get to know her name or have any picture of her, so it was almost impossible for me to find her. I had returned to the club we had met that night, but she hadn't been there ever since then.

I had never felt the way I felt for her, for any lady in a long time. There is definitely something about her that makes it difficult for me to get her off my head, no matter how hard I try. She is super hot, gorgeous and sexy.

Grandma and I were finally happy that dad had decided to get married after many years of being single, and playing around. We didn't mind when he said he was going to get married to a younger lady, all we wanted was for him to find happiness again. But now I don't know how to feel again. Finding out the woman I have been going head over heels for is my father's soon to be wife, drives me crazy.

The moment I set my eyes on Ashley, there was this spark I felt, and am sure she felt the same. The way she had stared at me was electrifying. Her charming sparkling seductive eyes and cute little face, made my body yearn for her. I just couldn't resist or ignore her, as I stood there stared at her lustfully despite my father standing right there.

“Are you okay, Max!” Dad said for the second time as his voice snapped me off my thoughts.

“Yeah, I'm fine,” I sharply responded. I caught Ashley staring at me, but she removed her gaze immediately I looked at her. “So Dad, when is Ashley moving in with us, is it after the wedding or…..?” I asked inquisitively as Ashley immediately glared at me.

“Hmm, yeah by the way Ashley I have being wanting to ask you to move in with me, and since you are p__” Dad didn't finish his statement when Ashley slightly hit his leg from beneath the table, cutting him short as though she was preventing him from saying something.

I had wondered what she was stopping him from saying, but I ignored and continued being persistent for Ashley to come say with us.

“What do you think Ashley? That will be a nice one, if you come live with us,” dad said. I turned to Ashley with a smirk on my face as I waited for her response.

“Hmm, I don't think it's is a bad idea, but_”

“Well said then! So we are one big family. Make yourself comfortable Ashley. Welcome to the family. Here has been so boring with just dad and I, having you around will make it fun,” I cut Ashley short, not allowing her to finish her statement before jumping into conclusions. She glared at me with anger written all over her face.

As I stared lustfully at her, with smirk on my face, the wristwatch on her wrist caught my attention. I tried to remember where I had seen It before. It was the exact same wristwatch Ashley had forgotten in the room that night.

I remembered taking the wristwatch along with me, hoping to give it back to her if I eventually find her. I looked very well at her wrist, only to realise it was a duplicate. I smiled.

I guess my dad was the one who gave Ashley the original diamond wristwatch she left behind, and she had to look for a substitute.

I didn't notice anything when dad had seen the wristwatch in my room weeks ago. He had said the wristwatch looked familiar, insisting to know who it belonged to. Without any intention, I had lied to him that it belonged to a friend.

Ashley quickly brought her hand down the table, when she noticed I was staring at the wristwatch. I looked up at her, winked and smiled.

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ASHLEY'S POV

My heart skipped as Richard almost said the word. If Max finds out I am pregnant, he will definitely pick interest in it. Even if I lied to him that the pregnancy isn't his but Richard's he wouldn't believe that easily. Knowing fully well we slept together that night without protection, he would want proof, which would ruin everything.

I can't afford to let him find out, not even any time soon till I figure a way out. Everything became more complicated for me, when Max had brought up the idea of me moving in with Richard. That is the last thing I want right now, but I have no choice. I could have easily refused, but I don't have a reasonable excuse to give to Richard.

I was trying every means to avoid Max, but he keeps getting on my nerves. I caught him staring at my wrist and wondered what he was looking at. I checked only to find out he had been staring at the wristwatch I had on. I had lost the one Richard had brought for me on my birthday that night. I can't seem to remember when I dropped it. I had to quickly get something that seemed more like it to replace it, to avoid a query from Richard.

I didn't know why Max was staring at the wristwatch like that. I don't know what he is up to, but the only thing I can think of is that he has an ulterior motive. To prevent further drama, I would have to act fast. I have to make the wedding commence as quick as possible before Max finds out about my pregnancy.

It was late already, Richard had not returned. I insisted I go back home at least get my things, but he had insisted I sleep over for the night, while he help me get them on his way to the office after dropping off his mother.

His mother was a nice and calm woman, she seems not to have a problem unlike Max who is bent on frustrating me. After Richard had left, it was just Max and I in the house. I did everything possible to avoid being in an enclosed space with Max. I locked myself in Richard's room waiting for him to return.

I walked around the room, looking through the window from time to time whenever I heard noise to see if he was the one. It was already past nine and my eyes were already heavy. I laid on the bed and dozed off.

It wasn't up to ten minutes when I heard a knock at the door. I quickly got up, and flung the door open, with the hope that it's Richard, only to see Max. He held my right hand and made his way in before I could close the door on him.

“Leave me alone, what are you doing here,” I asked him furiously, trying to loosen my hand from his.

“Calm down Ashley. I don't bite,” he said, still holding me. “My dad isn't returning soon, he comes home by ten and we still have few minutes to ourselves,”

“Let go of me,” I yelled, as he pulled me closer to him. Wrapping his right hand around my waist. I tried to resist him but I couldn't. I felt his gentle touch, as he used his finger to caress my lips. I felt a rush of emotions. Everything I felt I had tried to suppress ever since that night came flooding.

He leaned closer to kiss me. I closed my eyes, remaining still, waiting for his lips to touch mine when his whisper to my eyes made me open my eyes. “I have always known you felt the same. You still can't get over that night?”

I quickly pulled myself away from him, ordered him to leave the room. He smiled as he winked at me. “You know where to find me if you need me,” he whispered as he walked out.

I quickly shut the door on him. I was trying to catch my breath when a knock came again. With anger I flung the door open, “I told to leave, I don't need yo___,” I paused and froze immediately I saw it was Richard.

“Rich__ard!” I stammered.