All Chapters of THE EX-WIFE HE COULDN'T RESIST: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

Adrian's PovI'd stormed my way to Grandpa Romeo's manor, but on getting there I stopped in my tracks. Elena was seated with Grandpa Romeo and she was playing the piano. Clara could play the organ? I asked within myself. This was a new side of her, a side she'd never shown me. As I stood there, watching her play with passion, the anger I'd come with slowly vanished. Leaving me lighthearted and enjoying the song like I was an audience in a therapeutic play. She played with such expertise, her hands moving swiftly, and practiced over the white and black keys of the instrument. Her lips stretched into a smile I caught from the side where I stood. She looked like a performer on stage. An odd feeling struck my chest as I stood there watching her. She finally noticed my presence after the song and my chest warmed at the way she jolted in shock when she saw me. She looked so… “What are you doing here?” Her question dragged me out of my thoughts. I struggled to hold on to the frown th

Adrian’s Pov “What are you saying Addy?” Elena’s voice struck a chord but I swallowed the original reply that could've been fatal. I finally picked a tie from the wardrobe, if Clara were here, she would've handled trivial matters like picking out a tie to go with my outfit. “I have to go from the office Elena, try to understand.” Stress was evident in my tone but she didn't care about that. “Why will you attend the event from your office?” She dragged her words like a cat crying in the rain. “Today is supposed to be special. The day we go to the relaunch hand in hand.” I paused for a while, processing her words and in awe of her thought process. “You know what happened when you made that video about you and I suspected to be in a relationship,” I started. “The public went berserk, you saw for yourself how harsh they were and how it can affect my company.”“Going to the relaunch with you will only resurrect old matters and make today's event about something else.” She pouted, shak

Clara's Pov Adrian’s company had been protected by me for years without his knowledge. He didn't pay a dime for it either. “Send me an email.” I replied and ended the call. I couldn't risk anyone eavesdropping on my call. My phone chimed and the screen lit up with a new email from PA. I tapped on the notification. Adrian's studio is filming a documentary using raw footage that contains evidence of conspiracy involving some corrupt officials. But these men have caught up to him and they are coming for him first. Their hackers are trying to bring down the company's server and sue him for fabricating news about them. After reading everything, I emailed her back : Don't do anything.She texted right back : Ma? Me : We will no longer be concerned with this company. Pa : Okay m… but they need our help. She voiced despite trying to hold herself. Me : Are we running a charity organization? Pa : No ma. Noted. I returned my attention to the files I was checking before the call. Ad

Clara's PovI walked in, shutting the door behind me. The action made them notice me. As usual, Roxy was the first person to call me over. “Alas! The queen of the house is back.” Her voice dripped with sarcasm. Lu's smiley expression morphed into a scorn at the sight of me, like I was interrupting an important time. Adrian's head was cocked towards Elena who whispered something in his ear that made him smile from ear to ear. I peeled my gaze from him and shifted it to Roxy who was waiting for me to say something. Instead of replying to her, I called on the old man to confirm if he was good. “Grandpa..” He understood my expression and he smiled back. A confirmation that he was okay. “We were supposed to have a family dinner but we had to wait for you to come back from work.” Roxy continued. “What is she doing here?” I directed the question to Adrian this time around. Everyone knew who I was referring to. Roxy said it was a family meeting, Elena was the odd one here. Adrian ad

Clara's povStepping into my office, my phone rang. It was an unknown number but I picked it up anyway. "Hello?""Hello there Mrs Hollingsworth," a firm voice spoke from the other end. "This is Doctor Rob. I'm calling to inform you that the test results are out." Quickly, my memories aligned. I'd forgotten about the hospital visit with the old man. "Okay, thank you. I'll come in today." I replied and ended the call. I glanced around my office and turned my face to the table that was filled with more files than I could register. I shot up from my seat and set out to the parking lot. There was no need to sit around my office doing nothing when I could find out the old man's current health state and help him faster if I needed to. Plus, it would help me not think about the annoying duo. I pulled into the driveway of the hospital, taking a deep breath to steady myself and prepare myself for whatever news was going to hit me. The old man was sober these days and it made me fear tha