Erika's POVI rolled to the right side of the bed and embrace the pillow that my hand reach, but suddenly a memory came into my mind causing me to open my eyes instantly and expose to the person I'm not expecting to see. So, I quickly hit Asher with the pillow and cover my body with the blanket. What the hell is he doing here?! "Why are you here? Where is Grayson? Are you trying to do something horrible with me?" I questioned while covering myself tightly. "Firstly, I am not doing anything horrible to you. Secondly, I am not that kind of man because I love myself and my life and I had no any interest on you. Thirdly, he's not here." I looked around the room and this isn't familiar at all, "This is not familiar to me. Where am I? Did he checked me into the hotel?""Nope. Although this is looked like a luxurious hotel, but it is not. This is Grayson's penthouse and I have access," he answered. "Penthouse? I didn't know he own such expensive and very enormous penthouse like this, he
Erika's POV"Good morning, sir. What's your order?" I greeted the man that just came in to the store with a genuine smile. I was assigned to the counter and have to work late hours because of what happened yesterday. My manager wasn't smiling at me when I arrived earlier and didn't even tried to question her because she definitely mad at me from being late and spoiled brat. Well, I'm not a spoiled brat. It wasn't even my choice since Asher told me that Grayson bought this cafe, but was not even expecting they'll treat me more special because he's no longer interested on announcing to the crowds that I'm his wife. Maybe I wasn't anymore or he just wanted to tell anyone about us? Who knows? "Uh, sir?" I called him because he's not answering me. "You're Erika."That wasn't a question and this man seem to know me."How did you know my name?" I asked politely. "Mr. Buenavista, your mother's husband."Oh, he's my mom's husband? I wasn't expecting to my very responsible mom's husband.
Asher's POV I released the smoke and lean on the cafe's wall, and then stared inside the store to check what's going on between Mr. Buenavista and Erika. They seemed talking about very important things and begin to settle it, which is good and I don't need to follow her around like a freaking dog. Maybe this is my sanction for being not very wise.Mr. Buenavista is Grayson's competitor, especially to huge businesses out there. He always competing with him even though he can't surpass his wealth and fame, that's why I believe he's targeting Erika to achieve what he desire. He's using her against Grayson but little did that old man know, Erika wasn't easy to deceive because I already know she's not easy to make believe. However, Mr. Buenavista stood up and went outside that's why I immediately confronted him to know what he need. I don't wanna invade their privacy, but it's my duty."What you and Erika talked about? Care to share?" I said. He turned to me, "Why do you care? You're no
Erika's POVI am patiently waiting inside his bedroom and stared from the window because the moon is shining like a diamond. I couldn't recalled when is the last time my eyes noticed it's beauty because of my problems. However, I check the wall clock and it's already 11 pm in the evening. Grayson never marked his words or maybe he's not coming and Ash lied to me. I should expect that because he had enough of me."Sorry I'm late," that voice made me turned to the door and didn't notice him coming in. My mind is too occupied that is why I didn't notice him. "You came. I thought you're going to ditch me..." I uttered."I would never do that, Erika. Since Asher told me this isn't a normal discussion," he answered. "Yeah...""So, you've met your step-father. Did he mention anything? Perhaps about me?" He begin the topic with my mother's husband. I remained on the window while staring to his eyes, "We've meet at the cafe you just purchased, and guess what Gray. He told me that cafe was u
Erika's POVI arrived at the hospital after receiving a call from Asher to warn me my mother and her husband is already there, and the stop them from taking away my brother. I had to leave my work just to make sure my mom won't dare accuse me with such inappropriate actions without proofs.Later on, I hop in to the elevator and press the fourth floor button while couldn't restrain myself from getting nervous. Especially since my mom's husband is powerful and I had no power to surpass them nor stop them, but there's a guy who wanted to help me and that is Grayson. He gave me a very huge realization when it comes to him, and my thoughts about his is completely ridiculous which is not acceptable and unforgivable. The elevator stop from the third floor and Mike came in, but I ignore his presence and pretend not to see him. "Don't pretend like you don't see me, Erika." I looked at him sharply and answered, "It's my choice and I don't need your opinion about me ignoring you.""Unbelievab
GRAYSON'S POV"Where the hell is she?" I asked Asher after coming to my penthouse and called me Erika is sobbing. "She's inside. I tried to stop her but she insisted on drinking," he answered. I went inside without answering him and approach the living room where I found Erika on the floor. She's wasted and holding a bottle while eating that gross food, that's why I approached her and tried to put her on the couch. "Get off me! I don't need your freaking help!" She yelled into my face which I smell the alcohol. "You are already drunk, Erika. You should stopped drinking and have a sleep," I muttered. She put my hands away and uttered, "I said stop it because I don't need your f*cking help! Don't think I'm not mad at you anymore, after what you did?"She can't still get over with that scene and I'm still the reason why she's suffering like this. I did what I think is best, but it's still not enough. "I already told you, Erika. I can't do anything since your step-father has connect
Erika's POVI felt the warm sunbeam on to my face and heard birds chirping from the outside, that is why I open my eyes and greeted by the beautiful sunrise. This is the first time I felt comfortable when seeing the sunrise through the window, maybe I am too busy these past few days and didn't thought about how gorgeous the world is. I woke up and stretch my arms, after that walked to the bathroom and wash my face. Then grab the available dry face towel and wipe my face, but my mind remind me what happened last night. Although I was drunk and out of myself, I can remembered how he comfort me with all his might. Grayson never show a genuine concern to me, he's unpredictable and cold. I always failed making him smile and make him think it's not the end, but Gray is unique somehow. I met so many men in my life. I know them and recognized their lifestyle, which my goal is not to fell in love to rich people like him. He is different... There's something about him that my mind goes crazy.
Grayson's POV"Mr. Martinez! What do I owe you with this sudden visit?" Hector muttered with an annoying grin. I seated on the single couch without responsing. He probably expecting me today because after taking Erika's brother, he knew that I'll make a move just to get what my wife desire dearly. But little did he know, Erika and I are nothing but bound to deal. "This isn't a visit, Hector. You have what Erika own and I order you to handed him to me," I stated. But he just laughed, "Sorry but my answer is no.""Forgive me too, Hector, because I don't accept no as an answer.""Remember where you are, Grayson. You're inside of my property.""I don't care. You call this rubbish a property? My money shouting it can't be called yours if it wasn't even yours. Perhaps, it can be called my property. Not yours," I answered and he's pissed. "What do you want?" He asked. "Erika's brother. You can't use an innocent child to get what you desire," I replied. "My wife wanted to see her son, a