The press conference was held in the company press room. They both sat together, with some of the shareholders in attendance. The press was taking pictures, recording, and asking questions from the workers about their relationship. Selena knew it was all scripted because they only had good things to say about them. She made sure her smile looked genuine enough."So are you going to tell us your romantic story, Mrs. Andrei? I mean you were Mr. Andrei PA before he put a ring on it right" she singsong in a chirpy voice_an attempt on her part to lighten the tense atmosphere. Selena didn't appreciate it because it put her in the spotlight. She cleared her throat and then felt Andrei's hand which held hers, squeeze a little.She forced a wider smile, turning to gaze at Andrei."Well, we fell in love while working together. He was bossy, demanding, he wanted everything done perfectly, and let me tell you that did drive me a little crazy in the beginning, you all know what I mean" she joked.

Selena POV.I hate him! So help me God I hate him!I stood in the kitchen replaying everything that took place at the office. It was degrading.I couldn't take it anymore! He took my father away from me and now he wants to break me and turn me into an obedient little pet who jumps at his command.I placed the soup Andria made on the steamer. He had cameras placed everywhere. It was sickening! Comes with the territory I guess. Like the adage says, there is no rest for the wicked.Not even in his own house. Or his office.Andrei markos. The multibillionaire who thinks the world should crawl at his feet if he so much as take a breath.He was good at taking charge_I could give him that, but now I wanted to end it all.I would get everything if he was dead anyway. I guess it's the perks of being married. To say a man like him, was deadly allergic to garlic was hilarious.Got me thinking he might be a vampire after all since he was so cold-hearted and emotionless. I wonder if I place my ear

Selena felt the strain in her eyes. They were almost about to pop from their socket, going by the way she had been surprised at every turn throughout the day. What was he doing here? The utmost worry in her mind was getting him to leave before Andrei came back. She didn't want any trouble brewing, after their short moment of respite."Hi Selena" he muttered ignoring her question. His warm brown eyes scanned over her body in a way that would have had her heart fluttering in the past, but she only worried, too strung up on Andrei's words to even feel anything at the moment."Am sorry....but, this is not a good time Jayden. Why did you even come here?""You left me at our lunch date and you didn't even bother to reach me. Are you avoiding me now?". He accused, gazing at her warily.She frowned " of course not! I just have a lot to do and am married now Jay, you don't expect me to get around much like I use to do"."Why are you suddenly creating such a big void, making a fuss between us j

Selena gazed into his eyes, his soul bared to her, but it was vice-versa, she felt like he was looking deep into her heart. She bit on her lips as sudden nerves assailed her."You have feelings for me," he said, voice so raw it made her stomach twist until his expression hardened. " You're lying again"."Am not! .....Fine, believe what you want then. Do you think it is easy for me to admit that to you? Do you have an idea of how it feels? I know I'm betraying my father for feeling this way towards you. It's all your fault" she accused not breaking eye contact.His facial expression softened but the uncertainty on his face didn't completely disappear. He watched her closely as if trying to get into her head, to figure out what she was thinking."I want you to be with me," he said suddenly, his hand caressing her cheek like they were fragile precious stones."Why?" She asked, trying to focus on the conversation and not the sensation his touch ignited through her body."Because you make

Jose pushed the door open, ushering Selena into the house. They both stopped, noticing Jose's mother, who stood at the foyer to welcome them home. Mara smiled, moving towards Selena. "Such a beautiful child, Selena, I thought you'd never come for a visit." She scolded cheerily. Selena couldn't help glaring at her."Where is my father?" She asked, looking around the room. Mara was taken aback at her abruptness. Selena felt Jose shove the door close. He stood behind her probably communicating his mom with his eyes.The frown changed into forced laughter. "My, my, my Selena, what a very bad way to talk to your aunty"The term grated on her nerve. She wanted nothing to do with their insanity. "Aunty?" She murmured in disdain. The pain had receded on the drive and all she felt was anger and revulsion. "You're not my aunty, you're just a sick twisted woman" she yelled. Mara struck her across the face into silence, making her head snap to the side. She clutched at her cheeks in surprise, slo