KatherineThe entire hall fell silent, and even the auctioneer was too stunned to speak. Slowly all eyes turned towards the figure that had just made the proposal. But despite every eye being on him, the man remained unwavering.Finally realizing he had a job to do, the auctioneer returned to his duties. "One million dollars, going...?" He only asked once. He was already aware of the quietness that ensued after the man placed his bid meant nobody else was opposing him. So what was the need to ask anymore questions? "Gone" He announced, and once again the butlers had delivered the crescent moon to the unknown buyer.My eyes finally trailed away from Aiden who had also turned to see the figure of the man who had outbid him. I followed his eyes, and I too caught sight of the admirable figure. The man behind me had pitch black hair which contrasted with his ocean blue eyes making them stand out most out of his facial features. His tan skin color collaborated with the light from the chande
Katherine All eyes turned towards where I sat, and my cheeks turned red in embarrassment. I had no words, neither did I have the slimmest idea of what was going on.'The package?' I questioned myself as I recalled Andrea's words. So this was what he meant. What exactly was he trying to do with this public announcement? I was curious and confused. If he had wanted to hand me the item, he should have just done so when we met earlier. Making it public was just going to cause drama for me after now.I smiled at the butler who walked up graciously to hand the crystal moon to me. I couldn't possibly refuse, we were in public and I didn't want to appear rude. Moreover, I definitely still wanted the crystal moon for myself.I turned towards Andrea and caught him smiling at me. I returned a genuine smile this time around, before turning to face questions from Aiden."Do you know him from anywhere?" Aiden had asked me. Andrea did seem like he knew me, but I couldn't say the same for him."I've
Conrad It has been a week and three days since after the auction sales, and the past week has been relatively fair. Shadow Pack's company wasn't fully stabilized yet, but we weren't struggling like we used to. The auction sale had gathered enough income for us to get ourselves back in shape, and with the partnership deals that were flooding in, I was definitely expecting greater news in the future.Not only had the auction sales made the company flourish, it had also added some spice to my relationship with Katherine. She was still hostile towards me, but I could sense the drop in hostility ever since the night of the auction.'The auction night' my mind recalled, and the memories of our moments came flooding back to my head. I wished it had lasted a bit longer, but Aiden wouldn't let that happen. He always managed to be the stumbling block between me and Katherine.I brushed him away from my thoughts and decided to focus on the better thoughts. Katherine's lips had tasted even bette
KatherineI had watched the vehicle that almost rammed into us, and from everything I had seen so far, it was obvious the action was intentional. There was absolutely no need for the driver to have switched lanes the moment he did. And who on earth drives diagonally on a normal day? "Are you okay?" Conrad asked me with worried look on his face."I'm fine, I'm fine" I assured. My breath was a bit laboured, but I was managing to get it under check. 'What just happened?' I kept questioning myself . Could it be? 'No, it's not possible' I convinced myself and brushed away the possibility of my thoughts. Conrad had immediately brought out his phone, and was probably calling the police and the ambulance. The driver had received a few minor scratches, but Conrad wouldn't hear him turn down medical assistance.I turned to myself and clutched to my belly lightly. I knew Conrad might have heard my light exclamation earlier, and would probably be curious by now. I had been using a special perfum
Katherine I ate in silence most of the time, while the other times, I spent it replying the messages Conrad would throw at me randomly. It was just basic questions, so I didn't really have a need to leave him hanging."Thank you" My mouth was still full when I uttered those words, but I could guess he understood what I was trying to say."It's no problem, you'll probably do more for me" Conrad said with a sense of surety and confidence. I didn't really say anything, in fact I had nothing to say. I would probably do the same for him, or not, I really couldn't tell. However, what I could tell was where this conversation was going, and I didn't want to further it."Thank you for your help, but I really want to sleep right now. Could you please leave?" I requested for him to leave.Conrad's pupil deflected from the plates he was taking care of, and focused on me."I'm not leaving, you've slept enough. You've been sleeping since we returned" He left the tray completely and turned towards m
Conrad Memories of my night with Katherine three days ago kept replaying in my head. She had said that she couldn't find a way to love me, and I just couldn't hide my hurt and embarrassment. I don't know if I had overreacted by walking out of the room angrily, or if she took it as a normal reaction to the information she had given me.Given the condition we were in, she probably couldn't expect any different reaction from me. I was hurt, and she knew it. So why wouldn't I act hurt?I was trying so hard to justify my actions, but my conscience was a judge who was never partial. It kept taunting me, and the guilt for my actions wouldn't leave my head.Anytime I was alone, my head would randomly pick up events of that night, and every replay made me hate myself even more.It's been three days, and we haven't spoken to each other. We barely saw each other, and when we do I always took the opposite turn. I was still guilty of what I had done, and it was definitely okay to say that I was h
KatherineI stared at Conrad as he left the house without speaking a word. What Clara had said was true, he was ghosting everyone, and was being harsh on himself. And I couldn't help but blame myself for all of it.I knew all this was probably because of what had happened that night. I was being completely honest, but I guessed my blatant honesty had done much harm than good. He had become lean, and his appearance was pale and unhealthy. I hated seeing him like this, it broke my heart. I was heavily concerned about him, but I couldn't overcome my pride, and summon the courage to confront him about it.I headed towards my room immediately after breakfast. Aside from the study, It was the only place I truly felt comfortable in this entire house.I reached my room and immediately made for my cellphone. I had an important thing to do, and it would all begin with this phone call. I dialed Ricardo's number and immediately put a call through to him. I wanted him to run an errand for me, and
Conrad"Yes, I'm pregnant and the baby doesn't belong to you!""You're joking right? Tell me you're joking Katherine!""It's not a joke. I mean since you know now, there is no point hiding. I was going to tell you soon anyway. I'm pregnant and it's not for you" Her words strayed back into my head while I drowned myself in alcohol."Two more bottles!" I hollered at the waiter who was a bit frightened by my tone."Shouldn't you take it easy sir? You've taken three bottles now" The waiter cried out to me. He was probably worried about my mental stability. I was beginning to lose it, and it was evident in my tone."Get me two more bottles!" I repeated loudly while completely ignoring his concerns. I did not need pity from someone who had no idea of what I was going through. Frightened by my reaction, the waiter left to carry out my request."What do you mean it's not for me?! What are you saying Katherine?!" I had asked her last night."You've never touched me Conrad!" She screamed out wi