11.**Nicole's POV**“There is no way I'm spending the night in your room.” I shook my head frantically and sat down on the couch.“Why? Is something wrong with that? You're my wife, after all.” He smirked.I was about to yell at him, but I calmed myself down. “You know what? I'll sleep in the living room.” I folded my arms.“What do you want people to say when they see my wife sleeping on the couch in the living room, and I'm on the bed in my room? Do you want to ruin my reputation?” He asked and I scoffed.Reputation indeed.What is wrong with this man? How can he tell me to spend a night in his room? I placed my hand on my forehead and glared at him. “Look, let's settle this. I'll sleep in the living room. And if you badly don't want me to sleep on the couch, then I'll sleep in any of the guest rooms.”“I won't allow that. You're not a guest.” He frowned at me. I was already frustrated, and this man right here was adding more to my plate. I rested my head on the couch and closed my
12.**Easton's POV**She looked at me, surprised etched in her features because of what I said. I could see her cheeks turning red, and I wasn't ready to let her go without teasing her about it.“Oh my! I'm seeing someone turning red already.” I folded my arms and she covered her face.“Shut up!” She screamed, ran to the bed and took her nightgown before rushing into the bathroom again. I shook my head with a chuckle and made my way to the couch where I sat and took my laptop.She stepped out of the bathroom with her nightgown on and I couldn't help but stare at her again. I knew models were hot but not this hot. And what was that effect she was having on me?“Stop staring like a pervert!” She snapped at me and I scoffed.“I wasn't staring at you. You have nothing for someone to stare at.” I huffed.“Oh really?” She hummed and walked to stand in front of me, forgetting she was putting on a nightgown that was a little but transparent. I didn't want to look at her anymore because I have
13.**Nicole's POV**I stood up from the bed and stretched to put my body in check. I wasn't able to get a good sleep until this morning.Who would sleep soundly knowing that her career was at the edge of the cliff? Since all these happened, I haven't been able to sleep well and I think it was starting to affect my body system.I kept turning and tossing in bed all night while Mr. Annoying slept like a baby. Speaking of which, where is he?I looked around the room but couldn't find him. The only thing that wafted past my nostrils was a scent of a male cologne.I got down and stepped out to go check out my room. I wouldn't want what happened last night to repeat itself.“That pervert! How can he look at me like he wanted to eat me whole and then tell me I'm not his type?” I scoffed and snorted. “Well, he's not my type too!”“Are you talking to yourself?”I turned to see Joan walking beside me. “Good morning.” She greeted and I nodded.“Did you sleep well?” I asked and she nodded.“How
14.**Nicole's POV**I rushed to the bathroom and quickly took my bath. When I was done with the necessary stuff, I stepped into the walk-in closet and picked a red gown with a side slit.I let my hair down in waves, and did a moderate makeup to match. When I was done, I grabbed my car keys and stepped out.“Where are you off to, Miss. Nicole?” Butler Steve asked.“To take care of something important. I'll be back before you say boo!” I entered my car and drove out of the compound immediately.I met Emily at the bus stop and she got in.“Where did you say she was again?” I asked.“Starlets Model Agency, and she'll soon leave.” Emily answered, and I nodded, going faster than before.When we got there, I met her at the parking lot about to enter her car and quickly got down.“Demi!” I called and she turned to look at me. I walked up to her, but her security men blocked my path. She gestured for them to let me through and removed her sunglasses.“And you are?” She asked, making me wonder
15.**Easton's POV**I sat in the office after the meeting, feeling uneasy. I had no idea why Nicole wasn't here already. I even went as far as looking down from the glass in my office to see if she had entered but there was no sight of her.I sighed and ran my hands through my hair. I don't know if I'd be able to wait much longer. A knock sounded on the door, drawing my attention.“Come in,” I answered and the door opened.My secretary, Linda, entered and bowed. “Sir, a lady is here to see you. I asked if she had an appointment but it seemed she had none. She said she had come to deliver something to you.”Finally!“Let her in,” I responded and she bowed before leaving. There was no doubt that it was Nicole coming. I wondered why Linda didn't look thrilled when she came to inform me that someone was here. There wasn't an uproar among the employees either. Was she in disguise?The door opened but what I didn't expect was to see Joan instead of Nicole.“I'm sorry for the delay, sir. The
16.**Nicole's POV**When we arrived at the Ferdinand's mansion, my eyes widened in shock at the magnificence. I thought Easton's mansion was huge but this one? This one was even larger and grander. I could almost hear the oohs and aahs as my eyes danced over the intricate designs and lavish decor. It was clear that the Ferdinands were people of immense wealth and power.The butler greeted us at the door, his face expressionless as he led us inside. I felt like I was walking into a palace, not a home. Everywhere I looked, there was opulence and grandeur. Marble floors, crystal chandeliers, and priceless artwork lined the walls. The place was amazing. We got to the living room and met a man and woman in their late forty's or fifty's and no one needed to tell me that they were his parents.We walked up to them I bowed slightly.“Good evening, sir, ma.” I tried my best to smile at them but they looked at me with shock written all over their faces.“Good evening dad.” Easton greeted. I w
17.**Nicole's POV**I woke up the next morning, feeling exhausted. I had no idea how someone who attended a dinner with her contract husband's family the previous night should be tired in the morning. It wasn't like I was forced to do any chores even though his mother's eyes were literally tearing me to pieces.I have a feeling the father didn't like me either considering I was the infamous Nicole Brennan, the model who slept with managers and CEOs to get to where she was today.I snorted at the thought and gave myself an assurance that at least, Easton's brother likes me and he has been the only one not acting like a dickhead. Not like I was going to be in their family forever though.With a sigh, I got down from the bed and freshened up. When I stepped out of the bathroom, a knock sounded on the door and knowing it was Joan, I muttered a “Come in.”She opened the door and walked in elegantly, making me wonder who the model was between the two of us. Not like I didn't like her, but t
18.**Nicole's POV**I stormed into my room angrily and threw a pillow at the door. I was so annoyed and pissed. That rude jerk!Gosh!“Nick?” Joan called as she entered the room.I didn't answer her and just paced around the room. What kind of a person did he take me for? Did he think I was interested in him and is acting all high and mighty? I scoffed.“He had the guts to make me feel bad just because I made breakfast,” I snickered. “What a jerk!”“You have to calm down. I understand how you feel.” Joan walked up to me.“No, you don't understand how I feel, Joan. Can you imagine nonsense? I was only trying to be nice but he keeps annoying me and making me feel like a nobody. I'm tired of his impudence. Gosh, I can't wait for this contract period to end.” I sat down and crossed my legs.Joan sat beside him. “You're in a contract marriage with him?” She asked and I nodded. “Whoa, I thought you two were married for real. I was so happy.”I scoffed. “Who would want to marry that kind of