The makeup artist had just finished touching up Alicia's makeup when Andrea entered the room, wearing a maroon-colored cocktail maxi dress. Her hair was styled in a pleated bun with two strands hanging on both sides of her face."You look so gorgeous, Alicia," Andrea exclaimed. "There's this special glow on your face that reminds me of when I was pregnant with the girls. Don't tell me you're pregnant!" Andrea suddenly shouted as she examined Alicia from head to toe."Of course not," Alicia quickly denied. "Do I look like the kind of girl who would get pregnant before her marriage? You know my career always comes first." Alicia snorted as she looked at her reflection in the mirror while adjusting herself."I'm sorry for not coming on time. You know it isn't easy getting three kids ready for a wedding ceremony," Andrea said in a pitiful tone, causing Alicia to burst into laughter. "Three kids? When did Mr. Wilson turn into a baby?""Since the day he started competing with the twins for
Chapter 1: break-upIn Australia, Simmer Down restaurant.Andrea sat down with a smug smile on her face as she stared at her fiance who occupied the seat opposite her. He had called her over the phone that he had something important he wanted to speak to her about.The air was filled with nothing but peace and tranquillity but Philip's silence had started having an effect on her. They had been staring at each other for over 10 minutes and none of them took the initiative to speak.Her curiosity got to the peak, making her break the silence. “ Darling, why did you suddenly call me over to our favourite restaurant? ” Andrea said as she flipped the menu lazily.Philip pressed his lips together and she could tell from his expression that he was tense and put in some sort of pressure.He grabbed hold of her hands making Andrea raise her head from the menu as her gaze returned to his well defined face that seemed like a jade carving. How could someone look this good? That was exactly the t
Chapter 2: one night stand Andrea kept switching positions but the phone won't stop ringing. She weakly opened her eyes and her hand fumbled for the phone. She picked it up and she heard a voice over the phone “ hello madam,your payment is due would you like to extend your stay or check out ” the lady asked “ I will check out immediately, ” Andrea quickly said. She held her head she felt like it was spinning she suddenly felt a sharp pain in her waist making her winced in pain She tried to recall all the events that took place last night but the image was blurry and only made everything worse. Her gaze went back to her exposed shoulders , she quickly lifted the quilt and her eyes widened in shock. There was blood and it came out from her, which means she had lost her innocence. “ Oh my God, what happened last night? ” she asked no one in particular as she palmed her lips. She tried to get up but she felt like her waist and legs were condemned. She didn't know whether to start
Chapter 3 : I'm pregnantRosette smirked ” Where are you coming from at this time you wretch” she asked" It's none of your business and if you have too much free time and you don't know what to do with it I suggest you use it to teach your children some manners, ” she said as her lips curled up into a smile and her hands folded to her chest.Rosette bit her lip while glaring at her “ you insolent child I will teach you some manners first ” she said as she raised her hand to hit Andrea on the face.Andrea grabbed her hand right on time and she threw it away roughly.“ You better watch it, you old hag, ” Andrea said and walked upstairs.Andrea had already promised not to take any chances with her step mom. Her mother had her when she was dating her dad and after her dad found out he dumped her mom instantly.At the end of the day she landed with her Aunt,she heard her mom had started a new life with kids.Her father had no responsible children; they are always in the headlines with o
Chapter 4: The boss She finally arrived at the condominium while pulling her luggage tiredly. She pressed the doorbell and Elena opened up for her instantly. She took the luggage from her and guided her in. “ Andrea I'm so sorry ” she said as she glanced at the sullen look on Andrea's face. Andrea threw herself on the couch. She still couldn't believe all that had happened today; it was just like a dream to her. Elena sat next to her, patting her back lightly. “ it's alright . Everything is going to be fine ” she consoled her gently. “ So are you keeping the baby? ” Elena asked softly. Andrea looked at her and averted her gaze back to an empty space “ I have decided to keep the child ” she said with a smile that looked like she was about to cry. Elena really did feel bad . She was Andrea's friend for years . She knew how Andrea had grown up without her parents after reuniting with her Dad. She was so happy, thinking all would be fine. But she was treated badly
Chapter 5: meeting the boss “ That's none of my concerns, How long has she been absent? ” he asked. “ for the past two days sir,” the secretary said. “ Hehe these Graham do really think too highly of themselves. Get me her number from the employees file right away” he said angrily. The secretary ran away quickly to get it. She came back with the number shortly after. At The Condominium Andrea was seated on the bed eating some fruit when she heard her cell phone next to her ringing She glanced at the caller ID and it was from an unknown number She picked up with a puzzled look. “ Hello, who is this? ” she asked calmly. “ Get your lazy ass to the company within two hours or else kiss your job goodbye ” Sean said in a bossy tone. “ Hey! Who the hell do you think you are? You think you can just form numbers and start calling people telling them bullshits ” she said about hanging up. “ It's your boss speaking, ” Sean said through gritted teeth. “ My boss? Oh please,
Chapter 6: The business proposal South Song Street, At the condominium Andrea got back from work tired and sweaty. She wasn't able to get a taxi. She had to trek all the way home. She could feel her legs shaking and aching. She plopped herself down on the sofa and spread out her legs like she was about to die. Elena walked over to her “ what happened to you? Why do you look this messy ” she asked “Today was very hectic…… ” before she could finish her words, the doorbell rang, interrupting their conversation. “Are you expecting anyone at this time? ” Elena asked with a puzzled look as she stared at the wall clock. “ No I'm not '' Andrea shook her head. Elena opened the door and met Lachlan standing on the doorstep. The respect she had for him had disappeared ever since the day he threw Andrea out of the house. She placed her hand on her hip ” What do you want? “ She asked codly. “ I would like to see my daughter, ” he said in a calm voice. Elena chuckle
Chapter 7: warning “ Oh God, this woman is such a chattering box, ” he said inwardly. “ Who's she? ” he said unceremoniously, making Mrs Wilson choke on her food. Carmen's expression turned so ugly that she could hardly conceal it. She could only try to plaster a fake smile on her face while gripping the fork tightly. “ Son, are you joking? How could you ask such a silly question? It's Carmen, your childhood friend. When you were six, you used to call her your bride. Have you forgotten so soon? Mrs Wilson asked with a smile. Sean wrinkled his face in disgust. He must have been crazy when he was a child, he thought. “ Oh! she could get a job through her capabilities. I am not going to bypass it because she's your friend's daughter, ” he said, twisting the discussion. Carmen was dumbfounded. “ Is he trying to say he didn't remember? and I was only his mom's friend's daughter? She thought. She felt like someone was ripping her heart. back when she was studying in Cana