Avery's POV
I sigh for the umpteenth time as I am unable to find a single idea for my jewelry design idea. A hobby that I have now developed into a skill over the past few years. My pencil hovers above the blank page of my drawing book, where all my ideas reside. My mind is unable to focus on the task at hand because my thoughts are occupied by a certain blue-eyed man. I finally drop the pencil and pick up my phone, opening the search bar at the top of the screen.I am at a loss for what to type because I only know him by his first name. My fingers tap rapidly on the phone's keyboard. 'Ethan Billionaire' appears on the search bar, and I tap the search icon.My eyes widen as I skim through the various articles that appear. There are many things I learn about him at once, and I feel as if I have been struck by lightning.I can't seem to wrap my head around the fact that I was a surrogate for the wealthiest person in the country, Ethan Lorenzo.He is the owner of Kings Enterprise, a powerful business group with branches in finance,tourism, agriculture,and even the entertainment industry. He is a powerful billionaire, and from what I see in the articles,he has connections with the government. The man literally owns everything, even the club where I work.I almost slept with the country's most powerful man yesterday! The thought has my head pounding. He is at the top of the pyramid, and I am, well, just me.I was rendered speechless when I saw him in that private room, and even more so when he asked me to sleep with him. His blunt words from yesterday have my cheeks heating again.Thankfully,a call interrupted the moment. I couldn't hear what was being said on the other end, but I guess it wasn't pleasant, and I watched his expression change from worry to anger. His face grew so dark it could literally drip ink, and he had stormed out of the private room. The other men in the private room immediately sobbed up and went after him, leaving only me and their visibly confused companions in the private room.My eyes widen as it occurs to me that today is the day I have to visit him at the Royalty Hotel. "Shit!" I curse before racing towards my small closet and rummaging through my clothes with the aim of finding an appropriate fit for the evening. He instructed me to dress nicely, and I don't plan on doing anything that might make him change his mind. Heck,I didn't even mind sleeping with him just to gain access to the twins. That's how much I love them. A day doesn't go by where I don't think of them.My hands stop midair as a tinge of doubt creeps up in my mind. What if he doesn't fulfill his part of the bargain? My legs feel weak, and I mindlessly slide to the carpeted floor as I begin to rethink my decisions.Ethan's POVRage. That's all I feel as I look at the couple kneeling in front of me,fear visible on their faces. I was taken from my lust-filled state back in the private room yesterday into a moment of panic when a call came from Nana's mansion that the younger twin, Carlos,was unconscious with a fever.It was a serious exaggeration from the terrified maid who called. Carlos had only been bawling his eyes out and asking for his mother before he fell asleep. Even Nana and his twin,Lucas, couldn't even comfort him.It turns out that he was bullied by the son of Nana's neighbor,whose father turned out to be a 'business' associate, Charles Martino. The little bastard was caught on CCTV pushing my son's head.A sigh escapes me. Nana is too free with her security—I mean, she doesn't even have a gate or one security guard! Just her and the maids. That's why I am hesitant to take my sons to her place sometimes because she never allows me to upgrade the security or even let a guard stay around."Trust me, Lorenzo. My son never meant to hurt him! I have—""It's funny how you are trying to defend a seventeen-year-old boy bullying a child—my son." I interrupt,a frown marring my features as I process the thought. They are both lucky my son is fine now, or they wouldn't even be here speaking.I could tolerate the thought of those who tried to hurt me, but my sons were untouchable. What was the use of my connections and success if I couldn't even protect them? I feel a heated gaze on me, and I shift my gaze to see the woman beside her husband batting her lashes at me while pushing her boobs forward. Tsk, what a fucked-up family."I can never forgive what happened. I have to deal with you all so that you are not a nuisance to society. Your son will be in my torture room for exactly forty-eight hours; you can come for him after that time is over." I state firmly, watching Charle's face crumple at my words."No! Please, he is my only son! My poor baby." The wife cries, hysterically crawling forward in an attempt to hold my legs, but Marcus steps forward and pushes her away from me.The screams of pain from the torture room downstairs travel to where I am seated, and I feel satisfaction at the loud shrieks of pain."It's enough, Lucia. Let's go home. You spoiled him, and you can see the consequences now!" Charles speaks, scolding his wife, whose tear-stained face slowly contorts into anger.I stand up,exiting the office, as I am not ready to see the couple quarrel in front of me. What a waste of time and energy!I close my eyes as soon as I step outside the abandoned building, enjoying the cool breeze from the evening. Such a cool breeze. I should buy this place and convert it into something beautiful.Movements behind me make me open my eyes."What is it?" I grunted, feeling irritated at the interruption from my rare moment of peace.Marcus clears his throat. "You have an appointment now at the Royalty Hotel."I laugh and turn to face him. "I can never forget such an appointment."***Greetings from both left and right reach my ears as I stride towards the private elevator that leads to my executive suite on the hotel's top floor."Enjoy your stay, sir." The hotel's president says as soon as I step into the golden walls of the elevator carrying the king's emblem. I nod at him, and his head remains bowed till the doors close.It seems like forever, but soon the elevator dings and the doors pull open.The hallway I notice as soon as I step out is quiet, much to my satisfaction. I use my card to open the door to my executive suite, and I wonder if she really came.My breath hitches as I step into the huge hotel room with its view overlooking the city. But it's not the city view that concerns me, but the sexy woman standing in the middle of the room. She is dressed in a white dress that accentuates her figure and has a deep neckline that gives me a view of her fair cleavage. Her red hair is in an updo,some curly strands frame her face, and her lips are coated in a simple red lipstick that has my thoughts running wild.fuck,I should be more than this.A groan escapes me as I feel the tents in my trousers growing. My feet move as if they have a mind of their own, and I find myself in front of her. Damn,I want her so much."G..good evening," she stutters,her eyes shifting around. That shy action of hers has my heart beating faster and my hardness growing.I chuckle as I pull her flush against me.A sigh almost escaping me as her soft body fits perfectly against mine. "Pleasurable evening to you too, baby girl."Avery's POVIt took a lot of personal conviction for me to come here. My feet come to a halt as the snobbish woman who is escorting me to the executive suite stops in front of an elevator labeled private. She presses for the top floor, which I am sure is where the executive suite is located, and we step inside the elevator,the woman before me.I almost roll my eyes when I see the king's emblem—a crown with an eagle on top—on the gold-plated walls of the elevator. Awkward silence ensues in the elevator, and I am more than grateful when the elevator door opens. I step outside the elevator into the brightly lit hallway, and I am amazed at the quietness."This floor is only used by the Lorenzo family; please remain in the suite till the chairman arrives." The woman whose name remains unknown to me instructs, handing me the key card, which I immediately take from her.I nod in understanding. "Thank you."She doesn't reply and walks away arrogantly,her heels clacking on the marble floor. Sh
Avery's POVI am trying to catch my breath when Ethan's words register in my brain, and I sit up immediately,all my tiredness gone. "What did you just say?""I said, Let's get married." He repeats, and I feel my eyes sting. Have I just been used by this man? I easily agreed to the idea of sleeping with him in exchange for meeting my sons, and now he is talking about marriage!He chuckles on noticing the look of despair on my face."Don't overthink it, kitten. I am not saying we should get married because I have fallen in love after fucking you. I plan on letting you meet them as their mother—"He pauses midsentence before cursing loudly and running his hands through his hair. "We are getting married on paper for the kids sake. You know all that happy family thingy?" Pointing to the both of us,he continues. "We are doing it."I take a deep breath before facing him. "This is too much,marri—"He laughs mockingly. "You want to get married for love and all that fairy tale thingy?"I shake my
Avery's POV"Our Mummy?" The boys ask in unison, and I can't help the small smile that stretches on my lips when I see the look of surprise on their faces.Lucas runs towards me, hugging me—or rather, my waist. "You really are my mummy?" I hear him ask, and I nod my head, unable to say a single word as I stare into his eyes that shine with tears, which makes my heart ache, and I unconsciously pat his dark hair."I am your mummy.." My words trail off as I catch a small figure hugging Ethan's legs quietly; it seems brandy left already. I almost forgot my other angel, Carlos. Ethan gives me a look, and I immediately understand that Carlos wasn't easy to coax..I feel my chest squeeze in pain but I force a smile and call."Carlos?"Carlos, however, shakes his head and looks at the other side. I feel my chest tighten immediately from Carlos's action. I feel a tug on my hands, and I look down to see Lucas pulling me towards the father-and-son duo who were standing together.I crouch down to
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