As Luna got back home that evening, she felt uncomfortable and worried about going back to Alex Cooper's house the next day. She feared that he might want to take revenge on her or do something worse. "What are you worried about? You yourself said Alex Cooper is a good man, so why are you so afraid? This is so unlike you. You're always brave and strong. What happened to the Luna who would do anything just to get money to save her daughter? Don't forget she's the reason you're doing this," Allison reminded her."I know," Luna replied, "but I'm just so uncomfortable about the whole arrangement. I don't know what will be contained in that contract.""Didn't you sign it before? You should know what it contains.""No, I did not read it," Luna admitted. Allison's mouth fell in surprise, "You didn't read the contract?""Don't give me that look, Al. I didn't think I would do what the contract wanted of me. I was only there to get the whole money and leave. I did that and I did not expect t
Luna stared at Alex and smiled, "Really? Do you want me to show you my results?""Why? Are they worth showing off?" Alex asked.She smiled, "Will I be asking if they weren't? Listen, I graduated with one of the best results, if not the best, in my school."Alex nodded, "Mmmh...I do not doubt that. But, there's something I want to find out. After looking into your background, I noticed you were married for two years and then you got divorced. I wasn't able to find out the reason, so I'm hoping you will tell me."Luna questioned, "Why? Is it necessary for you to know that?" "Yes, it is. I need to know so that if situations come up within the six months or one year of our contract, I will know what to do."Luna sighed, "Okay, well, my ex-husband was the biggest mistake of my life." She smiled sarcastically, "Trust me, that is me saying it so nicely.During the time we were married, he was schooling and I was the breadwinner. I did so many odd jobs trying to keep our family together. And
Alex sighed and massaged his forehead. "I'm sorry, Luna if I said what I ought not to have said. I think my words may have come out wrongly. Let's just forget about it, okay? As for backing out of this, that is not going to happen. You've already signed the contract, so let's go."Luna, who had become all worked up, sighed, "Alright, fine. Let's just get it over with." They went to the marriage court and got married. After signing the document, Alex took it, and they left. "So, are we going to get your stuff right away?" he asked when they were inside the car. Luna shook her head, "No, I cannot do that." "Why not?" he asked. "Well, my daughter. How can I move into your house when she is still at the hospital? I need to spend more time with her, and when she gets discharged, I don't know how I'm going to do it." "It's fine. Where are you going off to for now?" "Just drop me at the hospital. I didn't get the chance to see her this morning because she was still asleep when I left l
Alex and Luna reentered Claire's hospital room and sat in the same place they both sat earlier. Claire immediately expressed her joy at seeing Alex, and asked, "Where have you been Daddy? I've missed you a lot" Alex glanced at Luna, and back at Claire and Luna quickly said, "Honey, actually, Alex is not..."Without letting her finish, Alex interrupted Luna and said, "I'm so sorry, darling. Please forgive me. Now that I'm here, I won't leave you again, I promise. I will take you to my house and buy you whatever you want, once you are discharged, okay?"Claire reached out her small hand to hold Alex's hand, seeking reassurance that he wouldn't leave her. He held her hand and kissed her forehead. Luna's eyes welled up with tears as she observed the scene. She couldn't bear it any longer and walked out of the room."I'll be right back," Alex said to Claire and went out to meet Luna.Once he was outside, Luna snapped at Alex, "What the hell is wrong with you? I asked you not to lie to m
Alex led Luna out of the house to where his car was parked. He opened the door and let her in. Afterward, he drove to his grandfather's house where the dinner party was meant to take place.As he drove into the compound and they got out of the car, Luna looked around and thought to herself, "Wow, this looks like a palace." Suddenly, she began to feel self-conscious, as though she didn't belong there."Let's go in," Alex said. Just before she could take another step, Luna heard another car pull in. She looked to her right and saw Alex's sister, Miriam stepping out. Luna turned her face away and wanted to continue, but she wondered inwardly, "What is she doing here?"Alex's sister was also wondering the same thing. Unable to keep it to herself, she walked up to them and asked, "Alex, what is she doing here in our family gathering? This dinner is meant for family."Alex replied, "Greet her properly because she's your sister-in-law, and she's older than you by a year.""What?" she stare
Luna pulled her body away from Alex's hold the moment his grandfather left. She looked at his face as she struggled to breathe, "Why did you do that?" Alex did not answer her question, rather he said, "My grandfather has left now, didn't you say you wanted to use the restroom? Go on, I'll wait right here for you." She glared at him before turning to walk away.As she entered the restroom, she leaned her back against the wall and touched her lips, "No, this wasn't part of what I signed up for. The last thing I need is to let any man stir my emotions. No, I am not going to let this happen. Once bitten, twice shy."Alex remained outside waiting for Luna. She took her sweet time, but eventually, she came out. He sighed in relief, "I almost came into the restroom to get you because I was wondering what you were doing in there.""Well, I'm done, so let's go," she said curtly."Alright." He intertwined their fingers together and led her back to the table where they were sitting earlier.
After leaving Alex's house, Luna finally returned to the hospital. Her mind was in chaos as she tried to process everything that had happened. Just as Alex had said, things had spiraled out of control, and now she didn't even know what to do anymore. She couldn't back down at this point, but she also couldn't see herself going through with a wedding. What sort of torture was it going to be? When she had married Cyrus so many years ago, she had been so excited and thought her life was going to turn out perfect. But she was happy on her wedding day because she was in love with Cyrus.However, that was not the case with Alex. Yes, everything was an act, but going to that extent—would she be able to put up with it? All the drama, all the formalities that came with having a wedding—she had thought she would just secretly sign the marriage document, do her part, help Alex get his inheritance, and walk away. But now, things were turning out differently, not the way she had hoped.When she
Alex came out of his car, folded his arms, and stared at Cyrus, "Who let you into this premises?""That doesn't matter," Cyrus replied. "It is important for us to talk."Alex looked at him condescendingly. He knew very well who Cyrus was, but he wasn't willing to indulge him. "A lowlife like you has nothing to say to someone like me. I have no interest in whatever it is."After speaking, Alex opened the door of his car, and was just about to get in when Cyrus said, "How about my daughter? If I open my mouth to speak, everyone will know about my relationship with Claire. I'm sure you do not want that to stain the perfect image you've created in front of the world."Alex squinted his eyes, "Are you threatening me?""Of course not. How can I dare threaten the great Alex Cooper?" Cyrus asked in a mocking tone. "I'm just saying that you should pay me some money, and I will keep my mouth shut. I have no interest in Luna, and neither do I even want Claire. But if you do not pay, my mouth wi