POV “Ele, over here….”I looked around as I had someone call my name and I saw Lucy coming towards me.There were both men and women in the lounge. I spotted a familiar face in the crowd, and I halted immediately.I felt a dull ache in my heart.I dated Michael six years ago. He was a playboy and he cheated on me.In my curiosity, I looked around, but didn't see any woman.“Ele, why were you standing in a gaze? Lucy asked.“Happy birthday Lucy” I said as I came back to my senses. I tried to act calm as I gave Lucy a gift.Contempt flashed across Lucy's eyes when she saw the gift box I was holding.The lady standing beside her burst out in laughter when she looked at it as well.“Ele, don't you think this gift looks too shabby? Lucy said.“How much is it? Someone from the crowd shouted.Lucy took the box and opened it. A pair of gold studded earrings was inside. She picked it up and shook it in front of the crowd.“I bet this is not up to thirty bucks. She probably got it at a mall”“
POV As Sebastian spoke, he came closer to me. I was hanging my head low.“What are you doing here? He asked in a low tone.While I was still shivering in fear, he dragged me and pulled me to him, shielding me with his arm.Everyone who was making a joke of me initially looked in shock as they saw his domineering action.Before he left, he tilted his body slightly, raking a gaze at the crowd.“You better be on your best behavior whenever you see Eleanor” he said as his gaze fell on Lucy.The glint in his eyes made Lucy terrified. She dared not stare at his eyes again.She took a step backwards as she became frightened.Lucy and the others coaxed me to drink when she knew I was light-headed and as such, I became tipsy and drowsy.Sebastian guards drove the car closer, and they helped me get into the car.As I entered the car, I perceived a whiff of Sebastian's familiar scent.I clung onto his embrace and held his waist like a teddy bear.Sebastian was still stock throughout the ride. I
POV I called Ethan, and immediately I got home.“Hello, my child drew on your car. How much do I have to pay as compensation? I asked.“Umm…slightly over five though Dollars. If I round it up, it will make it five thousand dollars”.“Five thousand dollars!!! I shouted.I was devastated.“I take care of my kids from the salary I earn, I don't have such an amount of money. Can I please pay installmentally? I pointed out.“Where is your husband?I choked and rolled my eyes on hearing his question.I went speechless.Ethan, who was on the other side of the phone, paused for a moment.“Alright, I will let you pay installmentally"I was beyond relieved when he finally accepted. My kids were having the best time of their lives with their new toys.Matthew was practicing how to shoot with his toy gun.While Robert and Victoria were running around. Suddenly, Victoria fell to the floor and started crying.Robert ran towards her and comforte
My heart was beating so fast that I was sure he could hear it.I felt completely helpless, like a fly being caught in a web.“Mr. Donovan, will you marry me if I let you touch me? I asked.My nerves were tense as I patiently gazed at him.I had to think about that to throw him off my trail. I wouldn't have let him guess about the kids. “What do you mean by that? He asked as his dark gaze fell on me.“I will let you touch me if you marry me” I continued.Everyone has always talked about Mr. Donovan being a playboy bachelor. He wasn't the type that would ever get married, and I'm sure at the mention of marriage it will scare him off.I flinched uncomfortably immediately. His grip tightened on my jaw and forced me to look at him.“Is that what you want? He asked. His voice was like a deep roar.“Well, I don't think anyone would ever refuse to being Mrs. Donovan. Who doesn't want a Cinderella love story” I said as I tried my best to calm my nerves?I was battling with mixed emotions in
Eleanor's POV As I got laid off from work, it shocked my female colleagues who wanted to try their luck at Sebastian.They discovered it was all lies when Ethan put them in their places.“Mr. Donovan is off limits as always” he said.I didn't go home. Immediately, I started job hunting. I wasn't feeling bad at all, it was my wish.After hours of unsuccessful job hunt, I finally went home.As I got home, pushed the door, my little pumpkins squeezed their body through the door. They all ran towards me.Robert hugged my legs as I tried to walk into the house.“No Robert stop… “ Before I could finish my sentence, I fell to the floor.They all laughed and made sure I was alright.“Mummy….“I could have fallen on you. Don't stand on the way next time” I warned.“They have been waiting restlessly for you, they kept asking why you weren't back” the nanny said.“Mummy had a lot of work today. '' I said and caressed their cheeks.After they all had their meal, the nanny started playing with th
Eleanor's POV “It's all your fault, I was serious about it, but you laid me off. You have missed your opportunity to get….”My sentence was cut short as he pressed his mouth against mine.My breath seized straight from my lungs as he deepened the kiss. His tongue was exploring mine hungrily.Time stopped, the world stopped and all I could remember was the warmth of his muscular body pressed against mine, the taste of his lips.Only God knows how I have missed it.Suddenly, something clicked deep within my mind and I came back to my senses.I struggled to free myself away from his grip, but it made him kiss me even deeper.He groaned, spilling into my mouth. I felt his desire yearn for me, and I was weak to fight it. My body kept responding out of its accord.“Stop” I shouted as I broke free from him.I tried pushing him away but failed. I slapped his hands in panic, but his embrace became more firm and strong, making my struggles in vain.I know he was trying to teach me a lesson, bu
Whenever I see him, I remember his betrayal, it was more of a betrayal than a break-up.“Wow, since you're his girlfriend, I will give you a discount. Pick any design you like” the lady said."No, thanks,” I said as I kept back the album and left.Before I could get to the door, he grabbed my wrist and pulled me back.“Ouch,” I gasped as I almost fell on him.“What do you think you're doing?“We might have broken up yes, but there is no need for you to act so indifferent toward me”“We are not close and never will be," I said and pushed his hands off.“And stop telling people I was your Ex. We never dated” I said before walking out without looking back.Michael stood quietly looking at me with a hint of regret on his face.“Why did you both break up?” the lady asked.Michael suddenly turned around and gave her a mean look. That look meant she should return to work and mind her business.I felt like going to a soothsayer. I want to know why I was always unlucky. How could I meet Michea
“I want an easy-going job that pays me a lot of money,” I answered.“Yet, you keep trying to get laid off”I looked at the elevator number, hoping it would pass quickly. I didn't want to be trapped with Ethan anymore. We are getting close to the truth.“You wouldn't understand”He nodded without responding, and I was a bit relieved by his silence.I thought the first thing that would happen was to face Sebastian. I wasn't expecting to be led into the secretarial department.I later learned about Nick's dismissal, and I quickly remembered the announcement.Even relatives will not be spared. Sebastian never goes back on his words once his mind is made up.The message was clear.When Wendy saw me, she congratulated me on my return to the secretarial department. I didn't mention anything about my relationship with Sebastian or the reason I was laid off.At noon, I stood at the entrance of the conference room welcoming the top management, also Sebastian. His presence alone intimidated me.