Scarlett's eyes widened when the text message turned out to be a photo of her mother walking into a hotel with some random man in a hoodie. She couldn't hide her rising anger, her face squeezed into a frown and her grip tightened on the phone. She felt disgusted staring at it, although she was aware of her mother's infidelity.“Is this recent?” Scarlett wondered as she felt odd about the need for her mother to cheat barely twenty four hours after her engagement. It didn't make any sense. She believed that it was an old photo but still, it's a danger to the firm if seen by anyone else.Annoyed, she picked up her phone and called her mother who answered almost immediately.“Hi Scarlett! I was about to call you even, are you home safe?” Vivian's voice rang. “Really mom?” Scarlett's voice was cold. Vivian was a bit confused.“What? Is there a problem?” She inquired.“What's this photo of yours? Going into a hotel with a man!” Vivian gasped audibly, incredibly shocked that Scarlett had s
A MONTH LATERDepression was slowly setting in as Scarlett kept having to face the reality of her mother and Adrian getting married soon. Their wedding has been fixed to take place in summer, which is barely a month from now. The preparations are ongoing, and she can't take the heat any longer.Crying has become the order of the day for her. She couldn't go a night without bawling her eyes out and wishing that either her mother or Adrian would forfeit the wedding. The news of the wedding was all over the internet, and Scarlett's coursemates kept congratulating her on her mother's wedding, which made her even more depressed.She was no longer the girl that everyone knew. She maintained her academic excellence, although it took everything in her to do so. Apart from that, her social life was in shambles as she kept cutting herself off extracurricular activities and even going out to bars and clubs. She was always on her own, especially because Nelly was still upset with her.As if that
Vivian left for her trip that same day, Scarlett was left in the care of the maids who helped her get to her room, bathed her, and put her to bed to rest. Richard arrived some hours later and went straight to her room to see her. Vivian had told him that Scarlett was in a really bad state of health, and he left everything behind to go and see his niece. Scarlett was happy when he arrived. He sat by her bed and held her hand lovingly, having a look of concern on his face. “How are you dear? Are you feeling any better?” He questioned, but she slowly shook her head, already sweating due to the extreme discomfort she was feeling.“I don't feel better at all, uncle. If anything, I feel worse. I'm so sick and dizzy, I hate feeling this way.” She let out a groan, acting like a baby at the sight of her uncle who caressed her hair.“You're going to be just fine, my child. Have you had your medicine?” He asked.“No, I have to eat first. The maids are still making my food.”“Alright, don't wo
Vivian was sitting in front of her mirror, applying her lotion, when her phone started to ring. She picked it up, and it turned out to be Detective Roberts. She groaned exhaustively, wondering what he wanted this time around.She knew it was going to be the same old story; he had probably found some bullsh*t evidence and wanted her to come in and see it. She still went ahead and answered the call, having no choice.“Hi, Vivian.”“Detective Roberts, what do you want? Don't you think it's too early?” She snapped, already bored with the phone call.“Well, we're not enemies, are we? Why are you talking like that?”“Can you just tell me why you called me? Please!” She let out another aggressive groan."Fine, then, have it your way. Some new evidence came in, and I'd like you to come to the station this morning so that we can look at it.” He said, and she heavily rolled her eyes. She was expecting this; she saw it coming."Well, I'm not even in town as it stands; I'm afraid I won't be able
Adrian's eyes didn't leave Scarlett that morning. He admired how beautiful and calm she looked in her sleep as he lovingly stroked her hair. She was sleeping in his arms, and he didn't want to wake her. The sun had started to rise slowly, but it was still pretty dark. Scarlett moved a little, stretching her legs as her eyes slowly went open. She smiled as soon as her eyes met his, and he placed a kiss on her forehead. “Good morning, beautiful.” He whispered, moving a strand of hair on her face away to be able to see her face perfectly. She blushed and snuggled closer to him, hoping that all of that wouldn't turn out to be a dream. “Good morning.” She answered, recalling everything that happened last night. They both recalled it. It was one of the best sex of their lives. Adrian smiled at her and proceeded to claim her lips in a sensual kiss. She placed her hand on the back of his head, pulling him in and deepening the kiss, and his hands explored her body, their legs all over
Scarlett was in her room. She had just finished taking her drugs when the door opened, and a familiar scent filled her nostrils. She immediately got butterflies in her belly, and then she looked up only to find Adrian smiling and coming towards her. “Hi..” she smiled, opening her arms to receive him. He hugged her passionately, climbing into the bed after taking his shoes off. “How are you?” He questioned, touching her cheek while she helped him take his jacket off. She missed him all day, and she couldn't stop thinking about him and waiting for him to get back. “I'm fine now that you're here, I missed you so much.” She wrapped her arms around his neck while he held her waist firmly. They couldn't even hide their desire for each other. It raged through them like a wolf crying to be let out of its cage. “I hope you ate and took your drugs.”“All that is done.” She giggled and placed a kiss on his cheek. He reciprocated by pulling her in for a hotter french kiss. They were so engros
Richard did not in the least look shocked or afraid after Adrian's question. His composure was enough to prove that he had no idea what Adrian was talking about. He maintained eye contact and frowned.“Listen, boy, I don't know what you think you're doing but I will not warn you the second time. This room..” he pointed to the door.“It's for sentimental purposes and no one is allowed inside, especially not a stranger.” He added. Adrian scoffed and tucked his hands away in his pocket.“What are you still doing here anyway?”“I came to check on Scarlett,” Adrian replied. Richard was a little bit intimidating and he decided to just stay out of his way until he had something to place his hands on, like solid proof.“You don't need to check on her, the maids here are capable of taking good care of her.” Richard fired.“I'm working on Vivian's instructions, it's not like I don't have anything important to do.” Adrian clapped back. There was obvious resentment playing out right there. Neithe
A week had passed and Vivian was still not home from her so-called trip. Although, she had called Scarlett to inform her that she would be back the following day. The maids arrived to clean up the place because Vivian did not like to see even a speck of dust.Adrian and Scarlett were in her room, binge-watching one of Scarlett's favorite shows and having snacks. Adrian did not even like the movie, but he decided to watch it because she loved it. He didn't even concentrate on most parts of the movie, because he was far too busy thinking about how he was going to end his marriage plans with Vivian when she got back.He was no longer aiming for revenge, so getting married to her was just a big waste of time. He was afraid of what the outcome of his decision would be. What reason would he give Vivian for breaking things off? What would be everyone's reaction when they find out that she left a mother for her daughter?The facts were disturbing and difficult to face, he didn't know where to