“Did he tell you where he was going?” Greta asked as Anaya paced around the living room.She checked the time on her phone. It was 2am and Henry still hadn't come back home since he left five hours ago. “No, he didn’t.” She uttered grimly.Anaya had called him more than fifty times but his number was unreachable. She even called Alex, Henry’s assistant, in case he knew where Henry was but Alex didn’t pick her calls.She didn’t know where Henry went or who it was and her thoughts had been running helter skelter. She had to wake Greta by 1am when she wasn’t getting any response from him.She didn’t know what to think anymore. She didn’t know if to call the police now or wait till sunrise before she took any action.He only told her he was going to explain what happened when he came back but he wasn’t still back yet and she didn’t know what to do.Her thoughts were going wild. What if he had gotten into an accident? What if he was kidnapped? What if he had been robbed, beaten, and left
Anaya looked up from her phone when Henry stepped into the room. His tie was loose around his neck and his hair was messy like he had run his hand through it numerous times.Despite his exhaustion, her husband looked hot when he smiled at her.“Rough day?” She asked, opening her arms for a hug.“Yeah, but definitely not worse than yours.” Henry dropped his coat and bag on the bed before embracing her on the bed. He planted a quick kiss on her lips before pulling away to look at her intently. “How are you, my beautiful wife?” “I feel much better after Greta cooked rice porridge for me. This morning, I nearly threw up my kidney.” Anaya sighed and Henry laughed at her joke. “I’m glad you didn’t.” He chuckled and placed his hand gently on her tummy. “And how’s our little seed?”Anaya smiled at the nickname he had been calling their child for the past weeks. “Growing. And definitely already causing me a headache.” “Sorry on his or her behalf.” Henry said. “I wish I can take all the disc
“Oh, God.” Anaya huffed out as she closed the bathroom door behind her. She had just finished spilling out her entire breakfast. It was just a week after their wedding and they had to cancel their honeymoon to Bali because her morning sickness intensified day by day. Anaya knew she wouldn’t be able to enjoy the trip when she felt like yanking her intestines out of her stomach every single minute. The only thing she could manage to keep down was water. The slightest smell irritated her system and she could vomit up to ten times a day.“Ugh.” She plopped on the bed, resting her face on the surface. She hadn’t even been able to go to work because of this.“How are you feeling?” Greta asked as she walked into the room. She had been a great support ever since Anaya revealed she was pregnant. “Like I need to go in there one more time.” Anaya murmured and flipped on her back so she could face Greta. “Is it always this bad?” She asked, wanting to know how long this was going to go on.She
“Are you nervous?” Maia asked as Anaya rubbed her hands together.“Is that even a question, Maia? Of course I am nervous.” Anaya took in a deep breath, moving closer to the mirror to take in her reflection.Her wedding dress was an embodiment of grace and beauty. The ivory tulle and delicate chiffon was sewn into a gorgeous gown that flowed down her length elegantly.The bodice was hand-embroided with detailed silver threadwork in floral patterns. The tiny crystals and pearls that scattered across the chest area were like snowflakes with a magical shimmer.The neckline was traced with lace that framed her collarbones gently while the light sleeves, fitted and adorned, added to the regal allure of the dress.The skirt flared into a soft silhouette, gliding behind her like a train. Completing the overall look was the delicate veil that cascaded from a jewel-encrusted hairpiece. Anaya fell in love with this dress as soon as she laid eyes on it. She knew this was exactly what she was loo
“This place looks amazing.” Anaya gasped as she stepped into the restaurant, holding Henry’s hand.When Henry suggested they had dinner outside without Ryle, Anaya hadn’t expected something as grand as this.The place was elegantly lit, casting a warm and beautiful fluorescent glow. The grand and golden chandeliers hung low from the ceiling as their crystals sparkled with light.All the tables were discarded for just a single table at the center, candles lighting up the rest of the room. Fresh roses sat on the vase, giving the table an intimate and romantic feeling.Anaya couldn’t help but smile as the soft jazz music floated in the background. It blended seamlessly with the relaxed yet refined ambiance. Henry knew she loved jazz.“Not as much as you.” Henry whispered close to her ear despite the fact that the waiters were quite far from them.Anaya blushed as she looked down, happy that she had worn one of her favourite dresses tonight. It was a red gown with a deep neckline, hugging
Two Weeks LaterAnaya stepped into the lobby of her company, her heels clicking on the floor as she walked past the employees. She could feel the stares on her and she heard the whispers as well.Henry had finally released a press notice about Hana and everything that transpired in the family three weeks ago. Though there had been some media outlets who had gotten a whiff of the news but with the final and official confirmation from the Fitzgeralds, everyone knew it was true.It was hard to leave the house for some days after that because the reporters were always crowded outside and in both companies as well. Henry had made sure they didn’t go anywhere near Margeret’s house so they wouldn’t worsen his mother’s condition. Margeret had been in therapy for a while now but there were still no signs of improvement. Anaya hoped that she would be able to step out of her state of distress and continue to live her life like the strong woman she knew her to be.“Good morning, boss.” Maia gre