9."I can't believe they said no" William said, sighing, for the umpteenth time Benjamin rolled his eyes again "A good wake up call, wasn't it dad?" Benjamin asked sarcastically "Cut the sarcasm Ben" "It was expected" Elizabeth said "I actually liked them" William said and Benjamin raised an eyebrow at that William Lockwood is a man pretty hard to please. To know that he liked the family after a half an hour visit is quite surprising. "What? Don't look at me like that. I'm actually a pretty good judge of character. And they all seem very humble and honest people." "Well. It was not meant to be" Elizabeth said "The girl is really very pretty. She would have looked perfect with Ben" William said wistfully Benjamin closed his eyes and leaned back on the couch with a sigh The picture his father just painted is actually quiet beautiful. He knows he is a good looking man. He had been told that many times. And Isabella is a very beautiful girl. He was too busy with the court
"We are married now. And she is my wife. Now she is not Isabella Carter. She is Isabella Benjamin Lockwood. Benjamin Singh Lockwood's wife. Lockwood family's only daughter in law. And I will not hear a single word against my wife." Benjamin said coldly"Just because you married her doesn't change the fact that she is a girl with loose morals. And she took advantage of you when you were at your lowest point, being heartbroken and all. I heard the whole story okay. About how you two missed your train and spent a night together. Don't think you can pull wool over everyones eyes" Sofia said and Benjamin saw a teenager frowning in confusion listening to the storyBenjamin smirked "Mrs Rossi, you should have atleast changed the plot a little. Then maybe it would have looked legit" Benjamin said making Sofia frown Benjamin turned to look at the teenage girl nearby "You heard the story the woman just said right? Have you heard of that anywhere before?" Benjamin asked The girl nodded "
"What next?" Rosetta asked the question that was on everyone's tongue. "What else? We are taking Izzy home and we will forget this ever happened" Alessandro said with a shrug "Alessandro . They got married. In a church, in front of Lord Christ and St Raphael. You can't take it lightly. Izzy is Benjamin's wife now. They had taken the sacred vows in a sacred place." Rosetta said "So what are you saying? We leave Izzy here with him? The most impulsive man in the world" Alessandro asked and Benjamin frowned feeling offended "You are judging me by my one single action?" Benjamin asked "You introduced Izzy as your fiance impulsively. You married her today impulsively." Alessandro pointed out Benjamin took in a deep breath and looked at Isabella 's family "I know what I did was impulsive. You all have every right to be angry with me. But I promise you, I will keep Isabella happy." Benjamin said earnestly Rosetta and Zakariah nodded as they have no choice but to believe in his wor
"Ben, you sly dog. You have been hiding her from us?" Came a voice from behind them Benjamin looked up to see Julian and Elena coming towards them "Isabella . This is my best friend Julian and his wife Elena. And guys, this is Isabella ." Benjamin made the introductions "And who is Isabella ?" Elena asked with a teasing smirk "Isabella Benjamin Lockwood. My wife" Benjamin said as he placed an arm around Isabella's shoulder Isabella's eyes widened at the gesture and she looked up at him with the same expression.Benjamin grinned seeing the look on Isabella's face. Her face is so expressive. Especially her eyes. Her beautiful hazel coloured eyes. Benjamin stared into those eyes, a feeling of drowning suddenly enveloping him Julian coughed and Benjamin snapped out of his dream land. "Uh well" "So tell us about your story Isabella. He kept you a secret from us. We never knew Ben was in a relationship" Elena said "Oh no. We were not in a relationship. Its a long story. Tell
13."So? That's it. I have noted down all the details. Don't worry Ben and Isabella. I will make sure your big day is going to be memorable" Elena vowed "When Elena Locason promises something, she will never fail to deliver it" William said as he walked towards the living room with Elizabeth and the elder Carter couple. "You are spot on uncle" Elena grinned at William "And Isabella, the designer will be coming for the measurements in the evening. She will show you the catalogue too. Tell her your wishes. She will design accordingly" Elena said "I will. Thank you Elena" Isabella said with a smile "No sorry and no Thankyou in friendship. You are Ben's wife. So you are our friend now" Elena said "Now nothing can save you Isabella. Elena is going to be a pain. If she starts talking, she will never stop. Even if you beg" Julian said in a loud conspiratorial whisper earning a wack from Elena.Rosetta laughed "That's because you don't know my daughter. She hasn't come out of the shoc
14"You don't have to say anything now Bella. I don't expect you to reciprocate the feelings so quick. I will wait for you" Benjamin said and brought her hands towards his making her blush Isabella wriggled her hands to get them out of his grip, only for him to tighten them "Benjamin, please leave my hands. Someone will come" Isabella said glancing at the door, making sure no one is coming."Let them come. You are my wife. Let me see who has a problem with me holding my wife's hand" Benjamin said cheekily wanting to see her blush more. Much to his satisfaction, Isabella turned a darker shade of red "If you turn anymore redder Bella, Sapphire will think that you are an apple" Benjamin said with a soft laugh earning a scowl from Isabella She stood up from the love seat and walked around the room taking in all the nooks and corner She noticed the dual photo stand on the bedside table. There were two photos. One she recognized as Sapphire's mother Eleanor. The other one was of a
15."Where is Isabella and Rosetta?" Zakariah Carter asked as he came back to the living room with William Lockwood"They are in the guest room with Mom. The designer just left" Benjamin said pointing towards the bedroom where his mother had taken Isabella into."Oh. I think it's time we left. We need to go home and make preparations for your welcome. Also there will be people talking. We just need to get it under control soon" Zak said and Benjamin nodded his head in understanding. "I will go get them" Benjamin said politely and walked towards the guest room to get his wife and mother in law.On the way he saw his mother, Elizabeth coming out of her bedroom "Mom? You here? Where is Isabella and Momma?" Benjamin asked "They are in the guest room. Sapphire was getting cranky. I just put her to sleep" Elizabeth said pointing towards her bedroom. They hadn't gotten her to sleep in the nursery yet. She always sleeps, either with the elder Lockwood couple or with Benjamin."Oh. I will g
16."Ben. Why don't you put Sapphire to sleep" Elizabeth asked after dinner "Sure Mom" Benjamin said, picking up a drowsy Sapphire in his arms. Sapphire laid her head on her uncle's shoulder and clutched his collars in her chubby little fists. "I shifted her cot to our bedroom Ben. Put her to sleep there" Elizabeth added and Benjamin nodded in understanding Isabella's spine stiffened in nervousness as she heard Elizabeth. Her mother had scared her before leaving, telling her about wedding nights and marital relationships. The thought that Sapphire would be there with them at night had been her only reassurance. As soon as Benjamin left with Sapphire Elizabeth turned to Isabella with a smile. "Come. I will take you to your room" Isabella stopped on her tracks, looking at the bedroom in horror. The bedroom was decorated with roses and scented candles. It was not the elaborate wedding night style setting. But yet, it was giving her the palpitations. "Isabella, I know this marri