Lahat ng Kabanata ng His sidepiece : Kabanata 121 - Kabanata 130

EMMA Well, it was safe to say this was the sweetest and most intentional thing any man had ever said to me.I was dumbfounded, and couldn't even come up with any concrete reply. “Emma,” he called my name.“Yes?” I croaked out.He seemed to be genuine. As I stared at him, I will ndered if his words were genuine? They could always be lies.I would be a fool to believe his lies.“Emma, I want to take the appropriate step. Can I take you out on a date tonight?”Tonight? I had nothing to wear. All the clothes I had brought were casuals, and it would be almost impossible to find an outfit that would work in less than six hours.“What's the time?” I asked,He pulled out his phone. “Six thirty three.” He answered.No. Definitely too late.“I don't think I can,” I replied, slowly. I just hoped he didn't get the wrong message. I did want to go on a date with him, but I was beyond unprepared.“Why?” He askedIf I asked for a dress for the date would I come out as entitled?I mean, he had alrea

EMMA.I knew Kristina often worked out to tone her body, and maybe gain some strength, but I was beyond surprised when she lifted the heavy box off the floor, and headed into the living room.I stepped out of the way giving her all needed chance just so she could do what she wanted.She slammed the box on the floor, turning to face me.“It wasn't even that heavy,” she said, breathing heavily. Yeah…“It wasn't that heavy but you lifted it off the floor, and slammed it down like a two hundred and sixty five pounds man. Oh, and the delivery man himself refused to lift it because she thought it was ‘too heavy’”“Come on, you know I work out. I lift weights often. This is a breeze.”“I work out too, but you don't see me lifting things like superwoman.”.She laughed out, wiping her face.“There's absolutely no point in arguing over this. Samuel gave you a gift, and I helped you bring it in. The least you could do is appreciate me.”“Fine,” I agreed, “thank you.”*You're welcome.”“Now let'

EMMA Alex had to be God’s punishment to me from the sins in my previous life because how could he be here at such a time? This could be the worst time for his presence to be seen or known. He had months to reach out, but he chose today of all days to show his ugly face.He was still staring at me, as though he had seen a ghost.He didn't answer my question.I stood still, unable to move as he approached me.“Baby…”I smacked him right across the face. His jaw twitched, and I watched as shock sinked in.“Don't you ever call me that name!” I warned him,He didn't say anything.“Get. Out.” I spat at him,Realization set in his eyes, and he let go of my hand.“Out.” I repeated.He turned around, and headed towards the door.As I watched him leave, relief washed over me. The worst thing that could happen was for Samuel, and Alex to cross paths. I wouldn't let him ruin the one good thing that was finally getting my life back on track.He was about to leave, when I heard a knock on the door

ISABELLA Alex calculatively walked up to me. I watched as he dropped his jacket on the chair, and I shook my head.All forms of shock had weaned off from his face, and all he wore was anger.None of us spoke. I was waiting for him to say something.“What are you doing here?” He finally asked,I giggled, trying to push back the effect of the alcohol.“I needed a break from the planning of the opening of my business venture, so I decided to take a break. I was about to book a ticket when I realized my husband had recently booked a ticket without informing me. ‘where could he be?’ I thought to myself. Only to find out he is in fucking Manhattan. Oh, and his favorite fuck buddy is there too.” I stood up from the bed, “Is this what you're all about Alex? Running back to the woman that destroyed our marriage. You promised to change! You promised to be different! You promised to love me! What happened to new beginnings? Why can't you leave her alone? What does she give to you that I can't g

EMMA.Kristina and Zara left the day after we had had our first date. That was three days ago. Samuel had not changed from the gentleman he proposed to be. He called once daily, in the evenings. I could tell his schedule was tight, but he always ensured to call and check up. So far, everything was smooth, and fine. Alex had disappeared the same way he came, and I read something about him having a divorce battle with his wife. I really couldn't care less, but if that kept him out of my business, it worked for me.I sprayed my oil perfume on my knuckles, performing my last ritual in preparation.“Are you ready?” My mother asked stepping in. I turned to find her approaching me with a large smile on her face.“I am,” I replied, trying to shake off the anxiety in me.Samuel had assured me everything would be fine, and there was nothing to worry about, but I couldn't help it. This would be the first time I would be applying for a job in over four years. I couldn't even recall the etiquett