MasukLauren's pov.I quickly flew to the ground, trying to pick up the money that was scattered on the floor.“It.. it's nothing—” I muttered.I could feel their eyes Pierce over my back, before Ezra’s eyes suddenly drifted towards his mom.“Oh darling, I dropped my cash on the floor, your wife here is just helping me pick it up.”I didn't bother looking up as I cursed under my breath.“Let me help.” Ezekiel's voice resounded softly.“Don’t… Don’t bother.” I stammered.But it felt like my words had fallen to deaf ears as I watched him join me.Within the next minute, the scattered notes on the floor were already arranged.The moment we both stood up, Felicia yanked the notes out of my hands.“Thank you…” she whispered.“Why don’t you join us for dinner” Ezra muttered,“Dinner…” she smiled.“Yeah, I mean I can't let you leave just like that.”I was irritated, struggling to juggle between if I wanted to be around them or not.“I think, I'll go up and freshen up.” I said, grabbing my bags to
Lauren's Pov,My legs went numb and so did my mind. My Jaw fell as I blinked repeatedly.With every blink, I watched her move forward precisely and before I could blurt out another, my cheeks already ached.My hands flew over to my cheeks— It was unexpected, my eyes rose up to meet her only to see her other hands being held back by Ezekiel.“Really Felicia…” I muttered.“You disrespectful rat— how dare you throw yourself at another man, don't you know you are married to my son.”The air grew still, as gazes drifted between us three.“Why don’t we head into the house.” Ezekiel's voice finally broke the silence.The moment we all walked in, Felicia snared at me before sitting firmly over the couch.“You know what? I knew you were a hore, I warned my son not to marry you, but he insisted. And of all people to cheat with— his brother.”“Step brother…” Ezekiel chimned in.“You ungrateful bitch— and you are here siding her.”“Cut the bullshit woman.” Ezekiel's voice took over.My hands were
Lauren pov,People do say Love is a beautiful thing— that love can cure all things, I would have believed them but not when my husband is standing right outside the door with a bouquet of roses and I could not feel a thing.Ezekiel and I arrived quite on time and guess what, it was already afternoon. The moment the car pulled into the drive way, my heart felt sad.“Did you tell him we were arriving today?” I asked, staring back at Ezra through the tinted glass.Ezekiel stared at me for a while, paused and then he said “He texted me Immediately we got out of the airport.”“Oh…” I sighed.I was about moving my hands towards the door, when Ezekiel pulled me back and kissed me.My heart shivered. My thoughts pondered.“Do I really want to get caught?”Just then, the car door on my side opened up…My eyes widened as I immediately pushed Ezekiel away.I turned towards the opened door, hoping I wasn't caught just yet, only to catch a glimpse of my husband standing at a short distance away.I
Lauren's Pov“Oh my goodness, Why didn't you say it earlier?” Matilda's voice rang throughout the room.It was clear, everyone was excited, even the maid who brought out the champagne couldn’t hide her smile.“Hmm… that's not..”But before I could protest or say another word, Ezekiel moved closer, nudging me slowly.“ I didn't want to say anything yet, I wanted it to be a surprise.” He blurted.“A surprise, you really made me happy— your news made my day—oof.”I sat there staring at everyone clearly happy about a blatant lie, I slowly stood up and downed the crest of the bubbly champagne into my throat.“Ezekiel— do you mind showing me the restroom?” “Oh sure,”Ezekiel was about standing up to show me the way when Matilda whispered.“Why don’t you allow the maid to show you.”Ezekiel stared at me, but it was clear to him— I wasn't having it.“I'll take her mom.” He protested.“Oh..” She murmured, winking at him.“You should take her to your room, I made sure the maids kept it clean—
Lauren's PovMy eyes glared the moment I heard the words, was he joking. “You are joking,” I laughed.“I'm not.” Ezekiel said calmly.My expression lowered, slowly pulling my hands out of his. The car grew silent.“It's fine if you don't want to meet them.” He said, breaking the awkward silence, his hands grabbed mine back and this time he squeezed them softly.“You can stay in the car, I'll have the driver keep you company.”I was still silent, like my mind had its own pondered thoughts“I'll go with you.” I finally said.Ezekiel's eyes widened with joy, but then I watched it slowly deem away.“Are you sure about that?” he asked.But I wasn't sure, I never wanted to be hidden.“yes..” I said, forcing a smile onto my face. “I'll go with you.” I repeated.“What… what if he recognises you?” he asked.“Who?”“My father, Goddammit, he never forgets a face.”My face went blank, as realisation flashed through my eyes. I stared at Ezekiel, I looked lost.“Ezra you fucker…” Ezekiel whispered
Ezekiel's povEvery night spent with her felt like I was losing myself more than I was gaining.I sat up, my back laid squarely on the head board as I stared down on her frail body.My fingers moved squarely over her chin as I watched her sleep peacefully.“Beautiful…” I whispered.But still I couldn't help but detest the voice which warned me saying she was my brother's wife.My fingers slowly retracted as I stood out of the bed and headed straight into the bathroom.‘The cold shower would be the best help I would be needing..’ I said to myself.The cold spray from the shower engulfed me and within the next minute I was out standing at the balcony, where it all started last night.The clear ruffle through the bed helped to signal her getting out of bed.I sighed for a brief moment, until I felt a warm hand hold me from behind.Her lips planted squarely over my back as I turned to face her.“You are awake..” I said, like I had no idea she wasn't.“Yeah..”“Hope you slept well?”“I did
Lauren's pov,“At the part where you know— that I am married and you leave me the fuck alone.” I whispered, the words slipped before I even had the time to steady my breath.Ezekiel's mouth curved with a slow taunting smirk as he leaned back in his chair like he had all the time in the world. His e
Lauren's pov,Ezra’s hand slipped over my shoulder pulling me closer to him, his touch fell warm and possessive as he pulled me closer.“This is my wife, Lauren Lennox,” he said, proudly.“It's Wright, Ezra–” I mumbled.Ezekiel's lips curved into an easy smile as he stretched his hand forward.“Wow
Lauren's Pov,The moment I pulled up in front of my mother's house, my chest tightened.A sleek black car was parked right beside my mama's car– too polished and familiar. I sighed before I even turned off the engine, Of course, I already knew who it was.Bella– my sister.I sat in my car for a seco
Ezekiel's PovI wasn’t even trying to overhear her, instead Lauren's voice was simply carried– shaken, low and cracked as it drifted from the veranda straight to the hallway.Actually, I was walking past the hallway earlier when the maid led the private Investigator towards the veranda. I lingered







