I can't help the gasp of surprise that escapes me as the car drives into the magnificent view of Ethan's mansion, undoubtedly my new home. The mansion is located in Kingsland Estate,the most expensive in the entire country—home to superstars, government officials, and the like. One of Father's dreams was to be able to afford a mansion in this place.Located in the heart of a huge expanse of land, Ethan's mansion has a wide area of beautiful tree plants planted on either side of the road leading to the mansion. I can see the beautiful view of a lake in the distance.The car comes to a stop in front of the mansion, and the door on my side is opened by a guard. As soon as I step outside,a maid dressed in a black and white uniform comes forward in an attempt to take my clutch and the file where our marriage certificate is placed—Ethan had made me hold it till we arrived here like some sort of trophy after we were given the certificate.I decline politely with a wave of my hands. "No need.
Avery's POVMy eyes slowly flutter open as I feel small hands rub on my face."Shh, Mummy is opening her eye—oh!" My sons both scramble out of bed as soon as they notice I am about to open my eyes.I slowly sit up, and I notice the boys already seated on their reading table. My lips twitch in amusement. They were sure a handful. I look outside the window, and I notice the sun is already up. How long did I sleep for?"Good morning, mummy!" They both greet me as soon as they notice I am walking in their direction,their eyes innocent."Good morning, you naughty boys!" I say the last part, playfully flicking their foreheads. They giggle and cover their foreheads protectively.I notice they have already changed into fresh clothes, which means they have taken a bath. My eyes fall on the children's clock on the table, and I almost scream from surprise. I slept till eleven in the morning!"Have you eaten your breakfast?" I ask, turning to face them."Yes. We wanted to wake you up, but Daddy s
"Dinner is ready; everyone come to the dining area."I am thankful for Nana's announcement, which disrupts the little moment I have with Ethan. I turn my gaze away from him in time to see Nana walking towards us,a wide smile on her face as her gaze falls on our intertwined arms. "I should have really prepared a banquet to let the whole country know my grandson is married!"My eyes widen at her words. I was barely making it through dinner, not to mention a banquet! I force a smile on my lips. "This is enough,Nana."Nana laughs when she hears my words before her gaze falls on Guilia, who is standing quietly in the corner. "Guilia?"She forces a smile on her lips. "Yes Nana.""Please come join me at the dining table; these two will be coming behind us."A flash of annoyance appears in her eyes, but a sickeningly sweet smile spreads on her lips. "Yes Nana!"I almost gag at how fake she is. She holds Nana's arm, and they both walk away towards the dining area, with Guilia trying to form a
Third person POVEthan couldn't help the frown that stretched on his face as he noticed Avery's restlessness. They had both gone to the twins' room to read a bedtime story for them, but she couldn't even sit still for two minutes before she hugged the boys goodnight and called a maid to show her their bedroom for the night.There she laid on the bed,already changed into a sleeping robe,breathing harshly. The moonlight that filtered into the room cast a warm glow on the woman,her red hair scattered on her face. Deciding against the need to switch on the bedroom light and adjusting his vision to the level of brightness the moonlight could provide,he strode towards the woman, and his eyes were constricted when he noticed some hair sticking to her face from sweat.He felt a tinge of panic flash through him. "Kitten? Are you okay?" He asked,unable to hide the worry in his voice.She didn't answer him, making the man place his head on her forehead to check her temperature. The low moan that
Avery's POVThe sound of birds chirping outside the window slowly wakes me up. My entire body feels painful, and I can't help but groan as I sit up on the bed. I look down my body and notice I am already dressed in a white long sleeve that definitely belongs to Ethan. After we were done last night,he carried me to the bathroom and cleaned me up. I was too tired to even put up a protest when he tended to me yesterday.I turn my tired gaze to the sound of the bathroom door opening. I feel my cheeks heat as I take in the sight before me. Ethan is naked except for a towel hanging dangerously low on his waist and exposing his V line. His rock-hard abs and well-muscled body exposed to my gaze.I hear him laugh. "You can take a picture, kitten."Feeling embarrassed,I turn my gaze away from him. "Good morning." I mumble, trying to hide my embarrassment.What I don't expect is for him to stride towards where I am seated and kiss me on my forehead. "Good morning. How are you feeling?"I am left
Ethan's POVA rare sense of serenity surrounds me as I enter my bedroom. Not to get me wrong,I love Nana's company, but not with her daughter and family around. Not to mention that 'woman' who appeared at dinner. I never expected such drama to happen, and I can feel a slight ache in my temples just thinking about it.I am in the middle of taking off my shirt when the door opens, and I turn instinctively to see Avery standing at the door.A strange sensation spreads in my chest, and I fight off the smile that is already making its way to my lips. "Are you waiting for me to tell you to come in first?"She clears her throat before walking inside, standing a small distance away from me. "Uhm, Lucas and Carlos are back from kindergarten; I would love to take them shopping for some children's clothes."I raise my brows when I hear her words. "Come here."She walks towards me, and I can't help but notice her curves under the loose-fitting gown she is wearing. Flashes from yesterday night and
Avery's POVAs I wandered aimlessly through the lush gardens overlooking the lake at the back of the mansion,a feeling of weariness washed through me. It's been two weeks since I saw him after he had that nightmare.It was as if his every move was calculated. The twins tell me they see him on some occasions, but I barely catch even a glimpse of him. It is unbelievable that a man like Ethan had such a vunlerable side to him.My mind goes back to that night—how he was covered in fear and mumbling only one word—dad. I had spoken back to him that night, yes, but I was extremely afraid on the inside.The only reason for my boldness was because it occurred to me that Ethan wasn't going to separate my sons from me again—maybe not so soon. Despite the anger he had shown Camila back in Nana's mansion, I had seen pain flash in his eyes. He was like me too, willing to do anything to ensure his son's happiness, and that included me staying with them.It was a happy discovery for me, and I planned
Ethan's POV"Leave."The voluptuous woman in front of me blinks her eyes in confusion upon hearing me. She is dressed in a tight nurse cosplay dress that has her boobs spilling out and is so short it can barely cover her buttocks. Her blonde hair is packed into a tight bun, and her surgically enhanced full lips are covered in a bright red lipstick. Months ago,I would have been thrust mercilessly out of her on the couch by now, but I don't even find a single reaction to her right now. Or should I have gone for a top model?I sigh in defeat.All My thoughts are occupied by a certain green-eyed woman, and I even find myself thinking about her again. The shrill voice of the woman brings me out of my thoughts."I can satisfy you tonight, sir. Let me ri—""I said get out!"She scrambles out like a frightened mouse after mumbling "yes, sir," and I take a deep breath as frustration settles in me. Who does Avery think she is? Many women would gladly do anything to be with me, but she was putti