VALERIE POV "Cโmon guys, chop chop, let's go!" I called out for the third time since I came downstairs. These kidsโฆ Iโm the lady in the house, with all the makeup and normal womanly delays I somehow still end up ready before those 3. โYou guys! Iโm going to be late for work, come downstairs, will you?โ I said, flinging my arms up in disbelief. After few moments of no reply, I decided to take more action than just standing and yelling to myself, because it seems that was exactly what I was doing, talking to myself. I moved to the kitchen island and grabbed my keys, making sure to jingle the bunch in the process, โI am leaving your asses behind,โ my voice rang out, higher than before now, using the keys to make a whole lot of noise like I was opening the front door. It seemed to work too because in seconds a pair of dirty blonde hair and green eyes showed up at the top of the stairs, Miles. His green orbs searched the living room frantically and when they finally met mine in the li
VALERIE'S POVโWhy will he be present? Itโs our inspection, what would he do there?โ I bombarded Rob with questions. Just when I thought I wouldnโt have to see that dick head Hudson at least till another meeting or something.โErm, its his building maโam.โ Rob reminded, โAnd so what?โโSoโฆ he couldโฆ possiblyโฆ want to show us around,โ he said slowly, picking his words as he noticed me narrowing my eyes at him. โI mean, whatโs the harm in that?โ he said innocently.I scowled at him; my lips pressed in a tight line. โYouโre really asking me that? Really?โ But he just stared blankly at me and adjusted his glasses a bit. A habit he always did whenever he got uncomfortable. I sat upright on the couch and let my eyes bore into his for few minutes until he squirmed awkwardly, and started repeatedly clearing his throat, all to avoid my gaze. โWah? what is that? Whatโs wrong with your throat?โ I sneered. He blinked, โMaโam? My throat? nothing at all maโam!โ And he went ahead to cough a bit โN
Valerie's POV The air seemed to shift as the door to the posh Bentley swung open. First, his squeaky-clean black dress shoe hit the ground with a thud, and all the workers stood still, every one of them pausing in their tracks as their eyes fixed on the luxurious car with a mixture of awe and reverence. I glanced around a bit and sure enough, even Rob had paused in his tracks, his usual composure momentarily replaced by a look of wonder. Heck, even the temperature felt different. There was this commanding chill in the air, one that seemed to make the temperature to rise in anticipation, and he hadnโt even stepped out yet! Then his imposing figure stepped out, clad in a perfectly tailored gray suit that accentuated his broad shoulders and chiseled features. I found myself unconsciously suck in a breath as my eyes ran through those sinful muscles that budged as he shut the door of the car. Then our eyes met, and without warning, a shiver ran down my spine from the sheer inte
Hudson's POV"Where is she?""Where is she?!" I thundered, my voice echoing through the white-painted halls of Jubilee high schools. I shouldn't be doing this, but I can barely think straight right now. "How can a 5-year-old little girl disappear under your watch?! Just how foolish are you?"I spat angrily at the class teacher, who was cowered in a corner, eyes wide, shaking with fear like a leaf. "I-I don't know, Mr. Rodriguez," she stammered.She looked just about ready to pass out. I can't believe this spineless thing was allowed to be the teacher in my daughter's class. "Mr. Rodriguez..."The proprietress of the school called out breathlessly as she literally ran towards me from the end of the hall. "Mr. RodriโSir--โฆ". A bunch of other teachers were behind, all of whom looked equally panicked.They better be, because my child is missing! As soon as she came within range, she slowed down and tried to compose herself while still breathing heavily. "We're so sorry for...I cut her off
Hudson's POV The next few days were a blur of Charlotte trying to coax me into talking things through, but I remained resolute, spending more and more time at the office.To the outside I was mad at Charlotte but deep inside of me I knew what I was truly avoiding- that persistent thought that kept resurfacing again and again in my mind despite the workload. Who the hell would Valerie bring as a date? Some wealthy, older man, no doubt, who she could easily manipulate. Not my concern anyway, yet the thought lingered. There was still the issue with Charlotte that I had to deal with, and occasionally, I'd feel a glimmer of willingness to smoothen things over, but then the memory of Abrielle alone in the empty school yard would surface on my mind and reignite my anger all over again. Charlotte even went ahead to enlist my Mom's help, which is why I found myself standing in front of the house, taking a lecture on 'peaceful living' instead of actually getting into the car. I was already
Hudson's POVCan't they keep their eyes to themselves?! And why in heaven's sake was she dressed like that?! I was seething with frustration, could barely stay calm on my feet whereas, she was busy moving about without a care in the world. My mind raced with disbelief as she approached a small group of expensive dressed elderly women, the Capitalists! It was rumored that those women secretly ran the governments and she โฆ she knew them? Her smile was radiant, sparkling with excitement as she hugged them affectionately. This was unbelievable. She moved on greeting more people, her every stride filled with grace and confidence, intensified by the mesmerizing glow that shun on her face from the lights hitting her jewelry. She was effortlessly commanding attention, and I couldn't help but follow her every move. Realizing I was staring, I quickly cleared my throat a bit and took a drink from a server passing by. Before I could take a sip, my eyes acted on its own and found her again, fo
Valerie's pov It took about an hour of convincing to stop my trio from coming with me to the event and an extra 30 to 40 minutes of assuring Miley I wasn't going to meet her daddy. The girl was a tough one, I wonder who she gets it from. But, I love her regardless. I of all people should know exactly how it feels to not have a father or someone to call that either, haven lost both parents to an accident all in one day at the tender age of 5. It opened me to harsh realities that I never even imagined possible. Growing up was almost traumatizing, painful even especially in a family like mine where no one gave a shit about you if they weren't gaining anything from you. But at least I had Nanny Beth, Liam and Grandpa. They were more than enough, something I should have realized earlier before stepping my foot in Hudson's family mansion. But my babies won't live like I did, they will have the love of both mom and dad, Nanny Beth and Grandpa of course. I won't deprive them of that b
Hudson's POVI turned around with furrowed eyebrows, and almost immediately my lips parted in absolute surprise, my eyes widening as my brain processed what was happening before my eyes.Charlotte, who I last saw shining and delicate looking in her fancy sky blue dress, was now bawling her eyes while half running towards our designated seat. Her sky-blue dress was now a dark shade of burgundy, purple andโฆ cream? I couldn't even tell anymore, the colors were all mixed up in different shades all over her dress, even her hair!From the top of her head to her toes was dozed up with an unhealthy amount of wine.Even her makeup was running, mascara making long lines down her chin mixing with her tears as she increased her pace towards me. It was the spitting image of a crying child, only that Charlotte was not a damned child! My surprised expression slowly contorted to a deep frown and irritation as the people around burst out in a fit of giggles and outrage.By the time she got close to ou
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HUDSON'S POVโAngelina Rodriguiez.โ Val whispered, โAngelina Rodriguiez, our Angel.โโYeah,โ I agreed softly, my eyes falling back on Val as I watched her smile fondly at the sleeping child just beside us in a crib. My heart warming as I took in the view- my queen staring at my angel.My queenโฆ she had to be the most beautiful woman in the world, right? Cause how could she not be? I mean, look at her right now, itโs like sheโs glowing. With this warm light all over her despite the tiredness at the edge of her eyes.She still looked so beautiful, so warm and strong.The strongest woman I have ever seen.Independent, smart, beautiful, elegant in every sense! An amazing mother too, birthing and raising 3 kids all alone for 5 years. Running an entire company by the side, while still looking so fit!A damn sexy ass boss, God!I could feel my heart swelling with pride the more I stared at her unsuspecting self. Taking in the artwork the heavens decided to bless me withโฆ I was so damn lucky.
HUDSON'S POVโOur new guest has arrived!โ The nurse gushed, pushing its wheels just beside Val. Where I had been occupying before now.โAwww, how precious!โ Nanny Beth cooed softly, moving to towards it. Everyone doing so too, all except me. I just stood by the side, smiling as everyone got a view of our fairy.As if feeling everyoneโs gaze, our baby stirred in her bundle. Her soft cooingโs filling the air, and getting several rounds of awwn from both Val and Nanny Beth. The rest just smiled, especially the men. James and Henry, whose eyes were already brimming with unshed tears.And as for the kids, โIs thatโฆ is that our baby sister, mommy?โ Mileyโs soft voice reached my ears, โIs that my baby sister?โโSheโs so small,โ Aby joined, her big eyes twinkling as the baby was lifted out of the crib and gently placed in Valโs arms.โAnd so shining,โโAnd pink!โ Miley and Miles whispered at once, both of them lost in awe of the small being now brought directly in front of their eyes.โA tiny
HUDSONโS POVโThe kids are safe! And so is Nanny Bethโ I assured Val, trying to explain.โWe had taken two cars, remember? We took two cars, mine and your Papaโs, because you couldnโt sit at the front due to pregnancy and we couldnโt all fit at the back seat with the kids. Me, you, your Papa, James and Nanny Beth all at the same time.โโOh,โ was all that left her lips, the memory coming back to her as she slowly relaxed back down on the bed. I didnโt want her moving or doing anything after everything she just went through from both the labor and with pushing out the baby.โWe didnโt leave them, we just arrived here earlier than they did.โ I continued, easing her down. โThey will be here soon donโt worry. I just texted James the address.โShe just nodded in response, her eyes looking a bit drowsy as she laid on the bed. โIs it okay if she sleeps? She looks really tired,โ I asked a nurse, the only one still present.Apparently, she stayed back to keep watch and ensure Valโs vitals were
VALERIEโS POVSIX MONTHS LATERโWah... whatโs happening?โโWhy isnโt the car moving anymore? Hudson!!โ I screamed out his name, my breath both labored and unstable as I literally tried to hold onto anything for support. Anything at all, as long it could elevate the searing pain that seemed to tear through me at every 30 seconds.Just then, the car door flung open, presenting a very alarmed looking Hudson. โVal!โ He cried out, slightly panicky at first to see me sprawled out on the back seat as I was unable to sit still anymore. โValโฆ love, weโre here. Weโre here at the hospital; you will be fine. You will be totally fine!โโOh Godโฆโ I moaned painfully as another wave of contraction hit me, not even letting me register the help Hudsonโs hands wanted to give to me right now. Forcing me to slap him away as I cried out in pains. All I felt was pain, everything hurt!Every damned thing, and the more I stayed breathless on these back seats the crazier I became with pain. โOh God, HudsโฆHudson
HUDSONโS POVโIโm pregnant, Hudson!โ her words echoed in my ears, my mind not believing it as I stood there watching her calmly reach the living room without me.Pregnant.Did she- did she just say she was pregnant?Like pregnant, we are having a baby pregnant?โOh my God,โ I found myself muttering, a smile slowly making its way to my lips as she winked at me from her spot on the couch. โOh myโฆ OH MY GOD!โAt my outburst she chuckled, covering her lips to hide her smiles.I didnโt even realize when I started hurrying towards her, my steps literally the fastest i had been. Like ever!And when I reached her on the couch, I just tackled her to a hug. Uncontrollable laughter leaving my lips as I turned her over that she was on my chest. Her elated chuckles filling the air, matching mine, honey brown waves cascading all over us. Longer than I even remembered but I wouldnโt have it any other way.Something else was far more important. Way more important! We were having a baby! An actual baby
HUDSONโS POVโMommy!!โ they jumped on her all at once, her smiling face capturing my entire attention as I watched her leaned down to their level. Taking each kid in her arms and hugging tight as I they each threw themselves on her.โMommy, youโre home!โโMommy is homeโฆโ Miley cried shamelessly; her lips pushed to a big pout as she held on tightly to Valโs neck. โMy mommyโฆโVal smiled bashfully, tears in her eyes as she took in the crying face of each child. Aby included. Everyone was crying right now, hugging her tightly even if they could barely fit. And she held them, a tear rolling down her cheek as she cooed softly. โAww, my babiesโฆ my beautiful babies, awwโฆโEven her voice was like music to my ears, hitting me as I stood there. Barely able to stand erect without the support of the door. Good thing it was there, else I wouldโve stumbled a few steps backwards at this point, and that wouldnโt have ended well.โIโm sorry. Mommy is so sorry for leaving, okay? Iโm so sorryโฆ I missed yo
HUDSONโS POVโPLEASE!โโIโm sorry, Iโm sorry Hudson! I AM SORRY!!!โ her screams echoed everywhere, loud enough to wake even the dead at this point. But somehow, none of it could bring any sort of calmness to my internal turmoil.If anything, it only irritated me all the more! My nose scrunching in distaste as I glared at her overly reddish skin. It was a wonder how they werenโt pilling off at this point, it was already her fifth dip today. And I still wasnโt satisfied.Normally, coming here and hearing her scream brought me some level of satisfaction. Soothing my mind even. But somehow today, that didnโt seem to be the case. The exact opposite was happening instead. Anger, irritation, disgust, boiling hot displeasure and a really tight scowl to top it off were all I felt watching this absurd scene of her crying and pleading.โIt hurtsโฆโ she sobbed, hanging breathlessly on the iron bars as visible shock waves ran through her muscles. โPleaseโฆ please Iโm begging you, Iโm begging you Huds
VALERIE'S POVโJust one? One heartbeat this time?โ Papa inquired with a big smile, moving even closer to the screen as his teary eyes stared intently at them. The doctor just let him, chuckling even at his silliness.โHere, this is a print out of her. You can stare at her all day, sir!โโI canโt believe this, I canโt believe that bastard got you pregnant again without wasting time! Just what is he planning? To steal you away?!โOh my goodness.His words made me to actually chuckle now as I watched him. My heart lifting, โAlright, that will be all!โ The doctor announced, wiping off the jell on my belly as the smiling nurses wrapped up to go.Several doโs and donโts were issued out for me, Nanny Beth actively taking notes too. While I just laid on the bed, relaxed with my hands wrapped around my belly. Papa just beside me, making calls to Toberto. Some excessive pregnancy routine coming up for sure, with these two warriors of mine.Looking at it now, I could actually feel a little bump f