MasukCHAPTER 31YOU HAVE TO PAY FOR THE DAMAGESHis eyes blinked uncontrollably as he stretched it towards his phone."Lugard Lopez." He blinked again after glance at the caller ID, sending shivers down his spine.If it were to be some months back, he would have smiled with gladness while picking up the call, but after the public embarrassment that his son chose to bring upon the two families, Mr. Smith has completely lost confidence in himself.Four days. It's been four days since Adrian chose to abandon the only daughter of the Lopezs on the altar, and since then, her family has been silent and has turned down all attempts made by Mr. Smith to apologize for his son's ill behavior."Mr. Gerald Smith," the low, thunderous voice of Mr. Lopez resonated from the other end of the phone as Adrian's father picked up the call."I... I've been trying to reach you, Mr. Lopez. On behalf of my...""Hold your explanation to yourself, Gerald." Natasha's father snapped before Adrian's father could finis
CHAPTER 30I'LL NEVER FORGIVE "Don't...Don't make me do what I'll regret later, Natasha. I might not tolerate you next time."Adrian warned and squeezed his eyes shut as he clenched his fist to his palms to suppress the anger in him."Son, I'm here for you, and from now on, I'll never allow you to be separated from me," he said as he lowered himself, his eyes fixed on the little Dan while placing his hands on his shoulders.He raised his eyes to Flora. "And you... where did you take my son to?" I've been looking for..."Paw!!!! A heavy slap landed on his right cheek again. It was Flora."How dare you talk to me in such a manner?" Flora snapped and forcefully dragged Dan out of Adrian's grip."Don't you dare, Mr. President! Don't you dare stand in front of all these people to make baseless claims that my son is your child, you idiot! I've never met you before, and I don't even know what you're thinking!" She yelled, her voice cracking up in anger. "Listen, I came here to do only one
CHAPTER 29WEDDING GONE WRONGThe ceiling of the five-hundred-capacity church hall shines with a thousand bright lights illuminating the corners, brightening and showing luxury with perfect designs used in decoration for the biggest event that has never been conducted in the city of New York for over a decade.Adrian's father had intended for the event to be big, but Adrian insisted on strict invitations, giving orders that the guest list for his wedding should not exceed two hundred.All the invited guests were seated, and the organist has been playing for more than thirty minutes, and not a single person in attendance has grown restless because this is the event of Adrian Smith, the youngest and richest billionaire in the whole world, the only man whose facial appearance alone speaks volumes of his wealth.They all sat and waited patiently to watch as the most handsome and eligible bachelor in town got set to march to the altar with his bride.Soon, the organist changed its beatings
CHAPTER 28THAT'S THE MAN I WANTED AS MY GODFATHER "That... that's Adrian Smith, Mummy. That's the man that I told you about. I want him to be my godfather so that I'll also grow up to be the richest man in the world like him," Dan lamented.What? Flora burst into laughter and quickly ran her hands to her mouth, suppressing any further laughter that might trigger anger of the little boy."Com'on Dan, how can you just see a portrait and assume that it's him? Did you see any name attached to this painting? Besides, a lot of people do share resemblance, yet they might not be related in any way." She explained."I know, Mummy. But this is Mr. Adrian," the boy insisted."When I submitted your resume to him, I...I asked him to be your boyfriend, Mummy. I want him to....""Wait, you did what?" Flora cut in before the little boy could finish speaking. Her expression instantly switched to something unreadable.The little boy began to tremble in fear. "I...I am sorry, Mummy. I just want him t
CHAPTER 27REASSURANCE AFTER DISAPPOINTMENT Flora had forgotten to put off her usual morning alarm. Once it was 5:30 am, her phone began to ring. She was tired, but she managed to force herself out of the sheets as she forced her eyes open.She stumbled out of the bed, taking a step as if she were going to the kitchen, which had always been her next destination after waking up every morning. It was until she reached the door that something dawned on her.She raised her eyes to the ceiling, and the reality of everything came settling back into her head, forcing her to return and sit at the edge of the bed with calm.This place isn't her home. She's in a hotel.For a few seconds, she sat still, her face cupped into her hands as her gaze shifted to the two large boxes which contained their belongings. She remembered the eviction notice; now, this is her new fate. She's not just jobless, but she's homeless.Slow-burned tears strolled down her cheeks as she turned her head and looked at
CHAPTER 26AN ARRANGED MARRIAGE FOR ADRIAN That woman beside him is too proud!" "Maybe that's because she's his girlfriend.""My pride will even be more than hers if I ever get the opportunity to walk beside a man like Adrian Smith." The ladies whispered among themselves as they watched Adrian and Christine take their leave."Boss, don't you think you've had a long day and need some rest? You can always see her some other time since she's no longer working for now." Christine observed with a concerned voice.Adrian looked at the screen of his phone; it was past 6:00 pm, and he had actually had a long day, but seeing his child was more important than any other thing to him."It's not too late to get there, Christine. Or you don't want to go with me again?” He asked."Huh, not at all sir. I'm not complaining. I can just imagine the joy in the little boy's eyes when he sees you. He actually takes after your good looks, boss."Adrian's face flushed with a smile at Christine's comment.
CHAPTER 2DIVORCE WITHOUT A PENNY A divorce?Flora's face turned pale and colourless. Her mind was taken aback at the colourful and most talked about wedding they just had last month.Uncontrollable tears began to stream down the corners of her eyes."No Richard, please listen to me. We can fix t
CHAPTER 1:CAUGHT IN BED: SHE NEVER SAW IT COMING It was drizzling outside and Flora was in the kitchen, preparing her husband's favourite dinner, macaroni and cheese, when her phone suddenly began to ring.She glanced at the caller ID and smiled. It's her husband, Richard Wilson.Today is their
CHAPTER 5THE LEAST EXPECTED"I've once lost everything to you, Richard, I won't let your presence in this town torment my existence anymore." Flora mumbled to herself as the taxi drove past Wilson's building when she headed for work in the morning."Isn't Miss Blake aware that she is supposed to b
CHAPTER 4THIRSTY FOR REVENGE "You're right. There's absolutely nothing I can do ." Flora nodded in affirmation. She raised her eyebrows slowly, blood cursing through her body as her heart slammed against her ribs.She looked at Debby with utter disgust.So, all this while, Richard has been sleepi







