HENRY’S POV:“I’m doing better my love. I’ve taken my medicine and I’m just relaxing with our baby girl before going out for some father-daughter time.” I answered switching to a video call and as soon as she answered, I could see the skepticism in her facial expression but probably seeing my face eased her up just like I knew it would. “Alright. I will be back soon with your favorites. I have this meeting to get back to, but I will see you soon.” She assured me and I nodded but decided to tease.“So you left your meeting for me? Uhn, beautiful?” I asked suggestively and she rolled her eyes playfully displaying her beautiful smile I adored.“I’d leave anything for you, you know that, handsome.” She spoke cutely and all I wanted to do in that moment was kiss her but I knew I would soon, so I let her go and let her know I loved her.It was around half-past four in the evening when I decided to take Hailey to the park. She had just woken up from her nap, looking all refreshed and full o
HENRY’S POV:FEW DAYS LATER:I sat at the edge of the bed, stretching and glanced at Selena who was on her side of the bed sleeping peacefully. It was a few minutes after six in the morning and the birds were chirping, the sun was slowly rising, and I didn’t like how I felt. My eyes felt heavy, and I could feel the heat radiating off my body. I rose to my feet slowly and stood by the large window with the sky view just processing it all. It had been a hectic few days, I had gone on a work trip for about two days and only arrived last night. During the trip, I had met with Carmeron, who had healed so fast it surprised us all. He was back at work and looked like he had not just been on the brink of life and death, and to be honest it made me smile. After a long summit, business conversations with marketing and other production companies and investors, Carmeron and I decided to go for drinks at a high class bar. We were new in the city and although it was my second time in the country,
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