登入“We gave her the best treatments. The best team worked with her throughout the process of this pregnancy, but it’s so unfortunate that even with the best medical attention, some pregnancies can’t continue.”“What happened? Where did we go wrong?” Cassian’s voice was low. He was almost too weak to utter a word.“It’s not your fault, nor is it hers.” Doctor Brenda sighed, her eyes carrying that pitiful look Cassian loathed so much. “Right now, all we can do is monitor her closely to ensure there isn’t excessive bleeding or infection, and we’ll manage her pain.”Her pain? He scoffed. The last words replayed in his mind. Why did she have to go through pain when all she did was try to give life to another life? Just like, they lost their baby.A sharp pain crossed through his at the thought. He never meant for it to turn out this way. He blamed himself for letting her make him snacks. He would have stopped her. Cassian paced the reception like a madman, curling his fists as he moved.He co
“Thank you, it’s been such a long time, I almost forgot how they taste.”The corners of her lips lifted into a smile as she regarded Cassian’s words.“I’m glad you love them.” She bit on some, looking back at him briefly. “I guess I’ll have to teach Clara and Marina how to make these snacks so you get to eat them more often.” Then she rolled her eyes. “Though Clara claims to be an international chef, I wonder why she can’t make these.”“That woman claims to be everything she’s not,” Cassian added dryly.Marina laughed. “I agree with you.” The pain hit again, but it was mild this time. didn’t stay for long before it dissolved. “What else would you like me to make for you?”“Nothing else, Marina. I won’t have you stressing yourself to make food for me when I have staff for that.”Knowing there was no point in arguing with him, she agreed with a shrug. “You don’t strike me as someone who likes late-night snacking.”“I don’t,” he said, wiping crumbs off his lips. “But what do I do when my
Cassian stood close to the window, taking in the view of the city from their bedroom. Marina walked in, halting in front of her closet for a moment. She picked up a dress, grumbling about how it no longer fit her.“I’m not ready to buy more dresses, Cassian.” She walked over to him, tossing the dress onto the chair near the window.“If they are needed, why not?” He turned around to look at her.“Don’t look at me like that, I know I’ve gotten so big.” Heat flooded her cheeks as she closed the distance between them. “More like a balloon.”He hadn’t noticed it before now, but she was wearing the teddy bear onesie he got her a few weeks ago. He watched her with interest, his lips curling in a light smile.“Where have you been all evening?” He asked as he took slow steps towards her. “You look so cute in that onesie.”She bobbed her head. “Now, I’m convinced you got it so you could laugh at me when I wear them.” She turned, ready to take the onesie off, but he caught her arms, stopping her
CHAPTERMarina’s breath hitched as Cassian’s tongue tangled with hers. The kiss was everything, soft and consuming. Patient, yet carrying a heavy weight of their lustful desires. He kissed her like a man who had been drowning and finally found air.He cradled her face with utmost gentleness, thumbs brushing her flushed cheeks. She melted into him, her fingers threading through his dark hair, pulling him even closer.“Clara and Anne,” he reminded her as he walked her backward. “They are somewhere watching.”Marina gasped as her back hit the cold wall. “I do not care, Cassian. They should watch.” A moan escaped her when he parted her legs, his eyes dangerously staring into hers. He didn’t seem to mind too.“Tell me if it’s too much. I don’t want to hurt him.” He was careful enough to let her lean against the wall before he started his explorations on her body.“Yes, please.” She bobbed her head, absorbing pleasure. “Yes, right there.”Cassian gently took off her dress, fondling her full
CHAPTER“I checked out some stores in Downtown Morvane, a perfect environment for your fashion store.”Marina looked up from her plate. “What did you do?”“You talked about owning a fashion brand. It’s best we start working on it now,” he said, reaching for a glass of water. “As a businessman, I do not wait until the idea is perfect before I start executing my plans. I start the moment I know I can make do with the littlest. So, would you be willing to check out the space? It’s a commercial environment. It will serve you well.”She had merely spoken about it. She didn’t know this man would go all the way out for her. She didn’t even have solid plans yet.“Cassian.” She smiled, still taken aback, he would go the extra mile for her.“I don’t want you stressing about anything. Just tell me what needs to be done.”“I haven’t put all thoughts in place.”“We’re still looking at the sites. We’ll settle when you make a final decision. I’m thinking of other commercial areas, but then, you’d ha
CHAPTER“I’d assume that was a joke,” Dominic said, turning to the servers to take his orders after Roselyn was done with hers. “I don’t even know her.”“You don’t have to know someone for them to crush on you, Mr. Chase.”Giving her his full attention, he let his lips curl into a sly smile. “Are you talking from experience?”Heat flooded Roselyn’s cheeks as she pretended to look away. “We came to eat.” She changed the topic of discussion. “And to tell you thank you for helping out with Servalia. The launch was a success.”“It’s all over the place, you know? A new Fintech company founded by a woman. The first in Morvane. I’m rooting for you to make waves, Roselyn.”They held each other’s gaze for a moment longer than necessary. None of them was ready to look away until the servers appeared with their orders.“Thank you.” Roselyn cleared the table for the food trays.Silence fell over them when they left, and Dominic was still watching her with those eyes that made her weak. She could b
According to Roselyn, Marina always celebrated her birthday with friends. Loud music in their college apartment and a bottle of wine when she could afford it. Cassian didn’t care how she had celebrated her other birthdays while she was still married. He didn’t care what her husband had done. All h
“Guess what?” Roselyn’s loud voice boomed through the phone, nearly deafening Marina’s ears.Marina scoffed. Not again. She could hear her friend giggling like a child from the other end. “What’s that?” She asked in a low voice.“I got a call from our first investor for Servalia today.” Roselyn dro
SOME DAYS LATERThe room looked different from what he left behind. He ambled through, assessing the new changes she had added. The beddings were white, with sprinkles of pink. Pink and white pillowcases. Cassian scoffed. What did he think he was? Barbie? The pink sheer curtains flowed beside the w
Cassian rustled softly in his sleep, groaning sounds escaping him as he turned restlessly on the bed. His buff body pressed closer to Marina, where she lay next to him. She stirred, pulling away from him.“Help me.” He whispered. “Save me from her.”The sound of his voice woke her. She sat on the b







