It has been five days and a case has already been filed. Cole had given his testimony and Raymond had submitted the cctv footage to my lawyer as evidence. Chole had been discharged and she was staying at Irene's father's house with Cole and Madison. I was still at the hospital with my wife, watching up every morning expecting her to breathe and call my name. I looked outside the window and sighed heavily. My life was going through circles. I feared Irene would leave me the same way Sylvia did. I was confused and scared. The doctor has been assuring me since day one that she would be fine. It was almost a week, five working days and she has been the same. “Good morning Mr Damien '' , I heard Cole’s voice. He walked in with a simple smile and a food flask. “You didn’t have to bro” I responded weakly. He dropped the flask by the drawer and sat next to Irene. “You didn’t eat last night. You need strength to take care of Irene, Chole and me” he smiled. My stomach grumbled
Two years later: Two years later and I still couldn’t stop gushing over my woman. Irene was perfect in her wedding dress. I stood at the altar with Raymond behind me and watched her walk down the aisle with her dad. Her wedding dress enhanced all her curves and complimented her beauty. She was my own monalisa. The music stopped as soon as she got to the altar. She stood in front of me and I could tell that she was blushing. I took her hands as directed by the officiating priest and it was time to exchange our wedding vows. I took a deep breath and looked at all the guests present. I looked at Madison who held her baby, Cole who was wearing the brightest smile in the room, her dad who was really emotional and my daughter amongst other guests. Chole sat down in the first roll with her phone, ready to capture as many moments as possible. She gave me a thumbs up and a smile. Chole was extremely gorgeous in her pink lace dress. I turned my attention to the epitome of beau
Irene's POV. The rays from the sun projected directly to my face. I frowned lightly and yawned loudly but a banging headache and a bit of soreness from my other half awakened my consciousness. I rubbed my eyes and noticed the unfamiliar room I was in. Immediately, I sat up and my bare body became obvious to me. I quickly grabbed the duvet and wrapped myself in it and memories from last night flashed through my banging head. A month after I moved out of my father's mansion and my childhood home to my mother's penthouse, (which was a gift from my dad to her before her death) I finally honored my father's long invitation. The last time I saw him was the day he willed the company to Cole, my half brother. Since that day, I never had anything to do with my father or his business. I was humiliated in front of the entire company staff by Annabel, my father's mistress. “make it quick dad” I said sitting at the bench in the garden directly opposite him.My father took a de
We got to the penthouse an hour forty five minutes later and began our quest. Madison and you prepared the list of potential investors and fixed a meeting with them. It was a long day, but we were able to secure four meetings out of sixty potential investors. It's a good sign Madison assured. The next day, I was up earlier than usual and I prepared for my first meeting at 7am. Madison and I began our quest for a solution. The first meeting ended barely thirty minutes after it started. It also ended in a deadend. Madison squeezed my hand in the car giving me hope. We attended the second meeting with Mrs Beverly, she accepted to help us but she needed her husband's signature before proceeding. I was very happy and I prayed it would get finalized soon. After placing a call through her husband, she left a disappointing response. The disappointment was all over her face as she broke the news. The next two meetings got canceled before we even got there. I sat in my car and
I came out from my office and stared at the figure from a clearer view and it was no other person than the fair lady from the night before. She looked more beautiful than I expected. What was she doing here? Unless she was Miss Swift? I thought. I returned to my office and I continued watching the Duo from the screen. Chole has never been this comfortable with any woman, even her nanny. I picked up my phone and texted Raymond. “Quick background check of Miss Swift".Few minutes later, I received an email.“Fullname: Irene Swift. Hair color: brown. Eyes color: brown. Degree: Bachelor in Business administration, masters in Public administration. Age: 26. Marital status: single for almost four years. Social scandal: none. Hobbies: Reading and swimming.” I kept going through the email and I found nothing wrong. She appeared like the most perfect lady I have met in a while. My doubts kicked in and the memories of the other night flashed again. After a stressful busy day, I s
"He has a baby girl. The girl at the reception! Chole is his daughter. He wants me to be a mother figure to Chole. And according to him, it is only through marriage. He wants me to marry him in exchange” I explained as simply as I could. Madison paced for a while before sitting down. “It isn't that bad! He is a good man, you like his child already and it is for the best" she tried to be positive. I chuckled bitterly and whispered “you think?". Madison listed out how beneficial the union will be to me and the company. “He is a good man. Since he lost his wife, I heard he has never messed around with other women. If he finds interest in you, it means it is a good thing” Maddie tried to find Rays of hope in the whole situation. Somehow I found Madison's words offensive and I didn’t know when I yelled. “He is the same damn guy from the other night!!!. He is the same man I spent the night with". I cried, frustrated and confused. Madison's jaw dropped at my words. She was at a lo
I was speechless and confused. Who exactly have I gotten married to? I questioned myself. Soon, Damien and Madison were done and we planned to leave. “What's your name?" Damien asked Madison. Madison looked at me surprised before responding to his question. Damien nodded and picked his phone. “Madison, you and Raymond are going to get my wife's belongings. We are heading out” Damien dropped a big bomb. Raymond and Madison stared at each other, jaws dropped. I turned and picked up my purse following his lead. We got to his car and he zoomed off without a word. We got to a familiar route and I immediately recognized my father's estate. “Bright smiles, we are in love" Damien said before stepping out. He helped me with the door and took me by the hand. Damien was radiating with happiness. He had bright smiles as he greeted my father's staff. We got to my father's favorite spot, the garden and Damien immediately went forward to greet him. “Hi dad. How are you feeling?" I asked, s
I stood on the door waiting patiently for Chole's response, but there was none from her. I knocked and all I heard was “Go away". Chole yelled sobbing. I knew this was definitely a bad idea, but I had no choice. I walked downstairs purged in my own thoughts. I really could understand Chole's reaction. It reminded me of my reaction when dad introduced Annabel and Cole. I couldn't blame the kid, I was selfish. I did all this for my company and interest without considering hers. I thought of how I felt betrayed and lied to, now I am left to pay for their recklessness and irresponsibility. I got downstairs to meet the butler who was dressed neatly. It seemed like he had been waiting for me to get down. With a smile, he greeted me. “Good morning ma'am, hope you had a great night” I nodded with a weak smile. "I will be taking you round The Villa, we could talk about changing the interiors to something you like, introducing you to the staff and their duties too”. It sounded