جميع فصول : الفصل -الفصل 10

[ Adeline Linwood ]Walking aimlessly on the deserted streets of the city in the earliest hours of morning, I could barely feel anything on my numb body, the chilly air brushing my cold skin, I tried to focus on the road not caring about the surroundings.I was alone and anything might happen to me, from robbery to rape, anything but at this point, I didn’t care.While strolling absent-minded, my feet tumbled on a stone and I lost my balance. I roughly hit my forehead on the sharp edge of a stone flake on the lamppost base. I winced as I felt red liquid on my finger tips. Sighing, I looked around. I thought I had to find a shelter for the night.Suddenly, I heard deep footsteps approaching me. I was near a river bank and no one around. My heart begun to beat loudly in fear.“Do you usually go out alone for a late night walk or tonight is special?” A deep, smooth voice came from behind me, one I recognized. I slowly craned my neck and came face to face with the familiar figure of my br

[ Adeline Greyson ]After the wait of an year, I felt an unexplainable feeling as I landed on my homeland. The air brushed, I immediately fell in love with the city where I belong.It didn’t change but I was a whole new person. When I left behind my past, I was a broken woman with nothing but hope and now, I am back to take back what was being snatched from me except the despicable man Arthur.“I love this hair style, Ade and this brunette colour suits your new personality.” Xavier’s voice forced me to turn and saw Xavier standing at a distance with his hands thrusted in his pants’ pockets.“And this light stubbles suits you, Mr. Linwood.” I said while I walked towards him. I was meeting him after two months. He used to come to London to visit me as a friend who was my well wisher and of course, the business which needed my signatures.“I’ll drop you off at your parents’ place first. They’re eagerly waiting to meet you. There’s a lot I need to discuss with you since you have been out

[ Adeline Linwood ]“My dear, Adeline. I have no words to express how I am feeling right now after seeing you with my son, Xavier. I wish I had made this choice last time.” Arnold Linwood opened his arms for me. He and Xavier were only people who liked me in the Linwood family.“Everything happens for a reason, Arnold.” I said.“I can not wait to introduce my son and his wife to the world. I have two reasons to celebrate tonight.” Arnold said.“Dad, I don’t think it’s a good idea, I mean Arthur and Addison are celebrating their second anniversary. I do not want to steal the highlight from them.” Xavier orchestrated.“No, for me, my sons’ happiness is equal. I gave up the hope that one day, you’ll find someone and start fresh and I can’t be more happier when you chose your best friend and my favourite daughter-in-law, Adeline.” Arnold was beaming and it made me guilty.“As you wish, Dad.” Xavier sighed.“Make a grand entry in next two minutes because I am going to address my guests now

[ Adeline ]The cold breeze of the midnight kissed my face, I tried to forget Arthur’s words kept ringing into my ears and every time they hurt even more. His thoughts haven’t changed even when I left him without putting a fight or asking for more alimony, during our married days, I never asked him for extravagant gifts.“What are you doing here at this hour, Ade?” Xavier’s voice pulled me out of my trance. He stood beside me. None of us exchanged a word as the silence was soothing.“Arthur, how could he step this low? I mean he has no decency left. He called a slut when he knew very well that I never allowed any other men touch me except him, he was the first man who took my every first.” I poured my pain in front of him.“Does his thinking matter? He is the worst scumbag I have ever known. Our father gave us everything equally, in fact, he spent more time at home with him while I was sent to a boarding school because Linda was insecure of me. They are the meanest creature, Ade. So,

[ Adeline Linwood ]"Are you ready? Today is a big day for us and for Arthur. He'll be out on hunt for a new partner to save his sinking ship while yours will set for it's maiden voyage." Xavier said.I was both nervous and excited for my new inning."Do I look good?" I asked Xavier for his opinion about my dressing since I never tried wearing professional suits. So, I wasn't sure about my appearance."You're looking amazing, Ade. A badass businesswoman, I must add but there's something which will complete your look." He said.I watched him with curiosity as he fished out a small blue box. It was from Tiffany."What is it, Xav?" I finally asked him.He opened the lid and my eyes widened in admiration. It was a beautiful gold brotch with diamonds studded in the design of a rose."Wow! This is so beautiful. Did you buy it for me? It's quite expensive." I looked at him because I didn't feel good to take such pricey gift from him."No, it's my mother's. She used to wear it when she went f