HENRY'S POV:I entered my room and smiled seeing my gorgeous wife laying there, with her eyes glued to her S-pad and Hailey’s crib just next to her. She looked so beautiful, she always did and every time I saw her, I just wanted to give her the world.She raised her eyes up meeting mine and smiled brightly, warming my heart instantly, “Good morning love.” I had nothing to worry about with my mum…no matter what she says, we will get through it. I said to myself trying to calm myself down from excessive worrying.I walked in front of her and stood in the middle of her legs, bending to give her a kiss on her forehead and she smiled wrapping her hands around my waist.“Are you okay?” She inquired, looking up and I nodded, touching her soft hair.“I am, and I have a beautiful day planned out for all three of you. A beautiful family day!” Her eyes instantly lit up at my enthusiasm.“Where are we going?” She inquired and I frowned looking at her in confusion.“When have I ever shared a plan
SELENA’S POV:THAT SAME DAY:“As much as I’m hit with problems, I feel more mature, stronger and wise enough to deal with them. I’ve also been blessed with the Scott family, they were friends with Mum and Dad, and I have learnt so much about my parents these past few years, it has been so transitioning and great.” I explained everything to my grandmother as I took a seat on the blanket, sipping out of the drink I had missed so much.With Henry pulling everything together, it reminded me how thoughtful and intentional he was as well as how much I really talked about my grandma. She was my everything and I had already apologized to her for not listening about David,“You were always right, he was nothing but abusive, horrible, manipulative and disgusting. Although your relationship strained with Sandra before you passed away, was there a possibility you could also feel how horrible she was? I’m just so sorry for not listening to you. It had always been a goal of mine to just have a mind
SELENA’S POV: I turned back, staring at the fruits I was longing for him to feed to me, and probably eat off of me because he was right when he had said earlier on that I would be pleasing him tonight. “Do you like it?” He asked, wrapping his arms around me and I smiled from ear to ear leaning into his soft embrace. “I love it…I’m not even going to ask how you got everything set up, but you have been so thoughtful and marvelous all day. You are amazing.” I giggled when he showered me kisses from my neck to my face. We took a seat and played around while Zoey sat with Hailey, Ace and Liv. “I know darn well those two aren’t using our child to imagine their future together.” Henry pointed out glancing at them, after feeding me some cherry looking at me intently. I simply giggled and called everyone together for the Onofoly game. It was a tradition to play during picnics or birthdays with the Scott’s. It involves dice, a game board, cards and occasional dares that weren’t too crazy.
SELENA’S POV: It was so hard for me not to just please him in the moment, kissing him passionately and running my hand through his body, and driving him crazy. In a span of a minute, I stood there debating and decided to have some type of self-control by looking away and sternly ordering him to put on his clothes. He instantly sucked his teeth and ran his hand through his hair asking, “She told you, didn’t she?” “Why didn’t you tell me?” I asked, staring at him intently and he heaved out a breath. “She just told me this afternoon when I called to check up on her after her text on having something important to share about you. I already planned out an amazing day and thought to tell you after, or don’t you think I defended you to her? I was furious just thinking about her snooping through your things, did Zoey tell you that?” I could tell this whole situation had him extremely mad and I was just hurt. “Loook, love, all she is worried about and though it doesn’t justify her act
3RD POV:“You’re right.” Selena agreed which made Liv smile, stretching out her hand.“I heard what happened and quite frankly, I don’t want to talk about it except if you want to.” She told her, holding onto her hand for a minute.“I don’t want to actually. I’m tired of it plus I’m sure everything will be alright… eventually.” Selena responded, placing her hand on top of hers.“It will!” Selena couldn’t help but smile just watching how radiating Liv was.“And let’s just say since this case will be over by tomorrow, hopefully. I have already drawn up the document and both David and his wife, Sandra, will be served as soon as my messenger gets my call.” Liv added and Selena shot her eyes up to Liv’s eyes so quickly in utter disbelief.“They are married?” Selena inquired, and Liv looked at her with uncertainty.“You didn’t know? You really haven’t been keeping up with them nor checking any news, have you?” Liv asked, and Selena shook her head.“Well, they have been for about two years,
A WEEK LATER:SELENA’S POV:“Oh My Goodness! Is that Selena?!” I heard as soon as I stepped out of the back seat of the fully tainted BMW placing Hailey in her stroller.It was a nice evening, and I decided to go over the city in exploration, pointing out all that was different and visit my parent’s grave. While at their grave, however, It had crossed my mind that although Olivia had been working closely with my family’s lawyer, Mr George, who had helped me at one of the toughest periods of my life, I had not even contacted him or his wife which was such a bad thing. I had imagined my grandmother smacking me softly by my back and sharing her disappointment. So soon after, I headed to one of the malls with over three security guards accompanying me by Henry’s instructions. I was so done trying to convince him I didn’t need this amount, I just thought about my daughter. If we were ever attacked because of insufficient security, I wouldn’t ever forgive myself so therefore, there were bu
SELENA’S POV:“I heard half of the companies are in bankruptcy because my boyfriend works at the accounting department of the group of hotels and says that there had been irregular transactions which causes him to believe there might be embezzlement of funds or money laundering, I can’t remember his exacts words but all I could recall was it was something illegal and since he handles account directly, he fears it might be pinned on him.” She explained, taking each and everyone of us by surprise and I blinked repeatedly dropping my silverware to the plate thereby drawing everyone’s attention to me.One of my fears…..And just a few seconds later while still trying to process all the nurses who seemed to be around my age or older had shared, I got a call accompanied by an urgent text from Henry.Please don’t be another piece of bad news.************AN HOUR LATER:After the dinner, Olivia and Henry were already out waiting for Hailey and I. Olivia picked up Hailey while Henry requeste
3RD POV:You have been an amazing wife for the past ten years we’ve been together and now we have a beautiful three year old. You know I didn’t tell you this before but when we first brought back Selena to our home, and she fell down from hands I could feel my heart, my heart stopping for a second, scared that I had been careless and killed our daughter but when she cried out loud, I’d never been more glad to hear her cry.You two are the light in my life, and I hope over the course of years, I have been able to show you two how much you two mean to me and I will not ruin our family in any way.Lastly, in the case that I don’t make it to the age of retirement with you, my love, please fill this house with all your love, tell Selena that I have loved her for the day she was born and tell our grandchildren, all about me in every single day, make sure Selena picks the right husband who loves her as much as I have loved you. He must be corny, successful, handsome and always willing to put
SELENA’S POV:He didn’t answer right away. Instead, he ran his hand over his hair, the way he always did when trying to compose himself. “I don’t know what to think. Last night I found out you’ve been getting flowers, flowers I’ve never seen you mention. Messages from Joey at night and I discovered you two met at the store again the other day. So what was I supposed to think?”“Joey is just a friend…in fact describing him as a friend would be a stretch. He did send me flowers to apologize and I handed them to my assistant because they didn’t matter. He texted again yesterday, to also apologize for not letting me know that he had gotten with the girl I was helping him with because I met her with him at the store. He doesn’t even have feelings for me, as a matter of fact he even invited us to a double date with him and his girl.” My voice shook, not because I was hiding something, but because it hurt. That after everything, he’d let doubt creep in like that.He looked at me again and I
SELENA’S POV:A FEW HOURS LATER:The tension on the table was thick, Henry and I kept stealing glances at each other, Ace and Olivia barely said a word to each other and just like Henry and I, they sat across from each other, and Zoey had her lips in a straight line and our surprise guest for the morning, Blake, kept staring back and forth with each of us. Henry had asked Blake to join us for breakfast last night and I was unaware he did and that Blake even agreed to it. But after listening to Nanny Solidat, I could understand him a bit though I was still offended he would even think I would even cheat on him.Did he forget what he represented in my life?Henry’s parents declined breakfast and I think it was largely due to the fact that they felt they were the reasons their daughter was hurting. The look on Mrs Scott’s face last night said it all, all she did was hug all of us and she barely even waved us goodbye. I wondered if she was taking accountability and feeling remorseful. Th
SELENA’S POV:THE NEXT DAY:It was a Sunday morning and after a night like the one we had, I decided to wake up early and prepare a Scott favorite breakfast with Nanny Solidat of course. I texted Henry’s parents, Ace and Olivia to join us for breakfast and since it was still early, I was yet to receive the response. Henry had been so silent the rest of the evening, no words, no touch, absolutely nothing. As a matter of fact, when I tried cuddling him that night, he asked, stating he didn’t want to be touched. I couldn’t help but think that it was no longer due to Mrs Waltson’s disrespect but maybe I had done something wrong. But nothing seemed to cross my mind and I hated it. So I was hoping this breakfast would put him in a better mood and allow him to share if I had done something he wasn’t pleased with and if he didn’t, I would shift tables like a child.Nanny Solidat stood by the counter, bringing out all the materials and ingredients needed, while I held onto someone who had wok
SELENA’S POV:THAT SAME EVENING:“Good evening.” Henry, Zoey and I greeted, as we walked into Ace’s family mansion. It was located in one of the exclusive places in the country, and it was phenomenal.The mansion stood tall with sleek marble pillars, glass walls that shimmered under warm lights, and a waterfall feature at the entrance. As soon as we stepped in, we couldn’t help but give a mental approval. It was spotless—white floors, high ceilings, golden chandeliers, and art on every wall. Soft music played in the background, and everything smelled of fresh roses. Ace and Olivia walked towards us in excitement, while the butler took our coats from us respectfully, and instantly embraced us. They looked so good, Ace was dressed in a simple white shirt and a black pants and for some reason, it matched with Olivia’s pretty gown. Did I mention they also smelt amazing but anyone could see the nervous look on Liv’s face from a mile away which is probably why after Henry handed her the bo
SELENA’S POV:“So we are heading out to shop for dresses tonight right?” She asked and I nodded.“Then we would meet Liv later for lunch and medi’s and pedi’s.” I added making her clap in delight, rising to her feet.“I can’t even begin to describe how excited I am to be here to you all.” She hugged me from behind before heading back upstairs and the maid took her dish to the kitchen. “Welll…that was something. Don’t you think, Hailey?” I asked after cutting my piece of pancake and I laughed when I saw a little shrug from her.**********LATER THAT DAY:Zoey and I strolled the mall, and since I wanted to spend time with Hailey, she was in the stroller before me. I wore a long leather jacket, the ones ladies wear when going to their partner’s houses in just lingerie underneath and I had on a black cap and dark shades. Security was littered all over the premises and Henry was not pleased we were walking through the mall rather than just shutting it down for about two hours. But I assur
SELENA’S POV:SOME DAYS LATER:“Good morning, pretty lady.” Zoey greeted me as I arrived at the dining room. She was seated in my spot and Henry was sitting with Hailey on his shoulder while his eyes were glued to the screen from his sPad.Henry instantly looked up and smiled, and I walked behind him and kissed him repeatedly on his cheek making him smile. “Good morning, beautiful. You slept well?” He asked and I smiled nodding my head.“Did you?” I asked as well and he smirked mischievously answering, “You know I did. That’s why I was giving you so much time to sleep in.” Zoey cleared her throat as Henry and I just sat there staring at each other, “I can already tell by the love marks all over your neck that there might be a little Hailey in the oven.” After she uttered those words, Henry and I looked at each and laughed boisterously, “Nope, not yet.” Last night, Zoey arrived after she had called a few days ago informing me of a conference she was speaking in and I welcomed her t
DAVID’S POV:A FEW DAYS LATER:“Hello? Pete?” I smiled excited that he had finally picked up the phone after an entire day of calling both he and Billy continuously without any response.My fear was that Sandra was right and that as soon as it was dawn, she left home with my son in her hands. I really wondered who was this relative she was going to see and why I had never met them but I let her be because at the end of the day, I was in a mansion without her constant nagging and without hearing the sound of her voice and feeling her presence. It was a good thing.“Man, I have been trying to call you for days now. What’s up with you?” I asked, taking a seat in the living room with my legs spread out. “Just work.” He answered dryly as though he was just being forced to even pick up the call, making me sit up and lick my bottom lip sharply.“I understand that. Are you up for golf at the club at noon or this evening with Billy and some others?” I suggested with my eyes of hope.“Didn’t y
3RD POV:FEW DAYS LATER:“I’m really sick of this. Every single time you’re getting yourself in some type of trouble.” Sandra let out an exasperated breath, tossing the key into the bowl. After two days, David was released as the security officers at the hotel thought it would be best to call the police, therefore he was arrested for assault and Selena’s bruise was brought in as evidence. His lawyers, as employed by Sandra, met up with Selena and Henry, and after so much persuasion they agreed that they would draw up documents for the restraining order but rejected any form of damages. Henry simply said, “He should keep all that coins he has left because if he dares to come near my wife and tries to touch her. His entire family will not just be scraped of every single dime but they will be dealt with my way. And trust me, that is not a good thing neither is not a threat but an assurance.” He held eye contact with the lawyer so much so that she shivered after he was done speaking.
3RD POV:His heart was full and his eyes got teary as he placed the ring in one of her fingers. He rose to his feet and kissed her hungrily and they were a few seconds away from ripping the clothes off each other but recalled they were people applauding such as the waiter and pianist. They were just toasting to each other when Selena and Henry arrived and their smiles grew even wider and they quickly embraced them and welcomed them. Henry gave Ace a thumbs up, proud and satisfied at the choice of ring and it meant so much to Ace to get Henry’s approval. “I’m so envious! What? This is perfect.” Selena gushed and Ace’s pride grew only higher.“So I just have done better than Henry then?” Ace inquired, sitting up straight and the couple looked at him and smiled.Then they both said in unison, “Don’t push it.” Both Olivia and Ace laughed at how they said it together.“Babe, when will we start things in unison like that?” Olivia asked in between her laughter and Henry glanced at Selena b