Earnest's Pov After the incident with Jasmine, I couldn't shake off the worry gnawing at me. It was a stark reminder of the unpredictability of life and the fragility of our sense of security. Jasmine, normally so full of life and confidence, seemed visibly shaken. Her once bright eyes now held a shadow of fear.I didn't want her to be in danger anymore. I knew I had to do something to help her feel safe again. So, I started looking into different security options. Finding the right person for the job wasn't easy. I wanted someone reliable, experienced, and trustworthy. After interviewing several candidates and conducting thorough background checks, I finally found the perfect fit. Marcus, a retired police officer with years of experience in security, seemed like the ideal choice.Once Marcus started his duties, I could already sense a shift in the atmosphere at Jasmine's house. His presence brought a sense of reassurance, like a silent sentinel watching over her since I would n
As we are talking about Clara's lover, my father just came to us, and his words hit me like a ton of bricks."You guys will make a perfect match," he declared, his tone leaving no room for argument. Clara shot me a panicked glance, her eyes silently pleading for help while she gave him a warm hug.“Daddy, how are you doing? It's been ages now,“ she said to him, forcing a smile.Instead of responding to her greeting, his face dashed in inquiry.“How far have you guys been making wedding arrangements?“ he asked her. It seems like she doesn't know what to say. She started stammering.“I...” she bit her lip, her gaze darting to me for support. I could see the fear and uncertainty in her eyes, and it broke my heart. “But dad,” he interrupted me. "No need for modesty, son," he insisted, clapping a hand on my shoulder. "I've seen the way you two look at each other. It's written all over your faces."Clara shifted uncomfortably beside me, her fingers twisting nervously in her lap. "Daddy,
Jasmine's PovI was sitting on the couch in my living room, thinking about Earnest getting married and leaving me to marry someone else.I felt a pang of loneliness. I didn't think Earnest would ever leave me for someone else. “I will make sure we end up together,” his word echoing in my ear. As I sat there thinking about what to do to see that my man would not be taken by some random girl, just then the door clicked and Drake entered with a smile on his face. I wonder why he is smiling like that. The last time I can remember, he told me about his mother being in the hospital, but then the smile was something else, not like someone taking care of his sick mother in the hospital. "Hello, ma,“ he said, a smile escaping from his lips. He was looking so lively.“Hi Drake, How are you doing?” I responded to his greeting."Ma, I'm good. I hope everything went smoothly when I was away,” he inquired. He smiled, and his smile faded as he gazed at my bandage arm. He bent down low. What hap
Earnest pov I went back to the mansion with anger piling into my heart. It hurt to see those two together, and seeing Drake kiss Jas hurt me so badly.“Are those two together? Was Jasmine cheating on me? She has been having things with Drake?“ My mind couldn't stop thinking a lot of nonsense things."Was Jasmine pretending to love me when she is not?“ I can't get rid of what I saw. With my face glum, I walked directly to my side. I was shocked to see Clara at my doorway. She was pacing around my side and was looking so peritifying.She rushed to me immediately when she saw me.“Earnest, thank my goodness you are here! Please do something. I can't shake off what I'm feeling right now. I just saw the wedding card my mom sent, and our wedding is just two weeks away." On hearing this, I was drained, and remembering Drake kissing Jas, I was pissed off as well. I think I'm into this marriage, and Clara ain't that bad. “Clara,“ I called her. I didn't know how to tell her that I was in for
Jasmine's POVI can't believe Earnest thinks I'm cheating on him. I was thinking about the slap I gave him. It couldn't go out of my head. I was really upset with him, but then I was disturbed by the way I reacted toward him."Ma, do you need anything?" Drake asked, smiling sheepishly as he noticed my glum mood. Despite everything he did, I couldn't understand why I still kept him around. He was the reason for my current state of mind. Maybe firing him wouldn't be a bad idea. After all, I could ask my mom to stay. But then, the thought of her being without me made my heart sink."Oh, my poor mother," I sighed deeply while Drake stared at me, concerned."Ma, are you okay?" Drake inquired, his voice full of concern. But I no longer felt comfortable with him being around."Drake, your services are no longer needed," I managed to say, my voice firm but tinged with regret. Drake's eyes widened in surprise, then clouded with hurt. He had been by my side through thick and thin, but now I coul
Jasmine Pov "Please, Jas, help me. I can't marry Earnest." I saw Clara in my dreams still telling me to help her after the day I met her concerning canceling her marriage. I have been seeing her in my dreams and hearing her voice everywhere. I feel that way because I'm afraid I might lose my earnings for good. I can't believe Earnest wants to live with someone he can't contain. I'm having a feeling of losing someone so special.Oh no, I've got to see Earnest and know why he is acting strange toward me. I've got to meet him this night, and I wish I could see him. We are going to settle it. As I got my phone on my bed, I began to dial Earnest's number. After awhile, a voice came up from the receiver end. “Don't you ever call this number again?" He hung up the call. His voice was so husky, and I can't believe that he said this to me. My mind became unsettled.It's a hint to me that Clara was telling me the truth about the wedding.But I can remember vividly him telling me that he won
Earnest's POVThe soft morning light filtered through the curtains, coaxing me out of my slumber with its gentle touch. Blinking against the brightness, I found myself enveloped in a warm embrace.Jasmine lay beside me, her head nestled against my chest, breathing softly in the tranquility of sleep. Confusion clouded my mind as I struggled to recall how I ended up on the couch, with Jasmine by my side. Did she lure me here, hoping to keep me to herself? The thought sent a shiver down my spine as I gingerly extricated myself from her embrace.“What happened to me last night? How did I get in here?” I felt a sharp pain in my head, and my memory can't catch up with what happened to me yesterday and how I ended up at Jasmine's house. I hit my head with my hand, remembering that today is my wedding. "Did Jasmine know about it? Is it the reason why she kidnapped me to make the wedding not hold?“ I couldn't help but ask myself, I need to get out of here before she wakes up and finds me here
*****************I detested my father and wished he would die because he had a mind of a beast and it terrified me to see my mother get hurt. As a result of my father's continued punching, my mother's body is weakening, and he views me as trash and useless. I couldn't put up with my father's despicable behavior. I ran away from home to work as a housekeeper for a billionaire's son. He was so rude and full of himself.I eventually ended up falling in love with him. When I returned home, I was to able to convince my mom she decided to eloped with me to the place where I had been. I'm happy to hear that she is now madly in love, but with whom? Jasmine Bella is a courageous person who has a talent for painting and perseveres in pursuing her goals. Her top priority is making sure that her mother is happy, and she will stop at nothing to ensure that she smiles the biggest smile possible. ********* Chapter 1The sun shone so barely; it’s midsummer, and I was still on my bed, turni