"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
Avery's POV"Mummy?""Yes cutiepie.""Mum!"I finally look up to see Lucas with an incredulous look on his face. Oops. I have momentarily forgotten the fact that the boys hated the 'cutiepie' pet name."Cutiepie is a pet name for girls! I am Lucas Lorenzo.I interrupted Lucas. "Alright, sweetie,I understand. Am I forgiven now,sweetie?""Yes mummy!"A smile streches on my lips. Little,silly arguments like this were what reminded me that my sons were still four. They were so intelligent for children of their age that I promised myself never to help them with their math homework anymore after embarrassing myself in front of them three times. Thankfully,I get to experience this part of their lives, and I am grateful for that."Mummy,you are zoning out again." Lucas groans, bringing me out of my thoughts."Oh,what is it, dear?"Lucas sighs. "Are you fighting with Daddy?"I follow his gaze to where Ethan is seated, helping Carlos with a math problem. His entire posture is serious, and he lo
"Mummy,come join us in the pool!"I closed my magazine and waved at the boys. "Alright babies!" It was a weekend, and weekends were for training the boys on how to swim in the morning and learn a musical instrument of their choice later in the afternoon. I stand up to my feet and slip down the cover wear. An audible gasp sounds behind me. A small smirk graced my lips, and I turned to Lawrenta. "Like what you see?" Lawrenta looks around before slapping my hand. "You naughty child! The twins' swimming instructor can't seem to focus right now."I snicker. "Too bad for him." I once worked as a part-time bikini model for an international magazine during my 'rebellious phase', and my father banned me from going outside for a whole month. It was once, but I enjoyed it,so wearing a swimsuit in front of others was not a big deal for me."At least change the swimwear." Lawrenta insists, and I give her a look. "It seems you are becoming too conservative for your age." I lean closer to her. "What