“Sebastien, I love you and I can't wait till the day we'll finally consummate this marriage and then I'll carry your child in my womb…” Isabelle said as she did the final button of the white crisp shirt Sebastien was wearing.
Sebastien laid there not saying a single thing because of his inability to. He had been paralyzed for a while and also lost his speech.
Isabelle stroked his beards with her well manicured nails. He is such a pretty man. She thought to herself.
Tears of pain rolled down her cheeks, her heart filled with anger towards the person that made her husband to be in this state when she looked at him.
Sebastien's head was rolled to the side and he had a faraway look in his eyes.
“Seb, who did this to you? What happened to you? How will we ever be able to avenge the people that made you like this” Isabelle lamented in anger.
Three years ago, an incident happened to sebastien after the wedding, on the night of the wedding.
She remembered him telling her that he had a very important business proposal that evening. Only for them to find him a few hours later, beaten up and unable to speak.
Isabelle's family members on hearing the news of what happened to Sebastien insisted that she should leave the marriage and they'll look for a suitable suitor for her.
They claimed they couldn't bear the shame of having a crippled son-in-law.
Isabelle insisted on staying with him. She loved Sebastien so much that she couldn't just leave him like that.
Isabelle's grandfather, the patriarch of the family, stripped Isabelle of her position as the head of the business conglomerate. This ridiculed her tremendously.
She remembered how she spent almost all her life savings going to the most prestigious doctors in America but they all couldn't figure out what was wrong with Sebastien.
Two months ago she gave up after all her efforts were in vain. And by that time the news of the mysterious condition of Sebastien had spread.
“Sebastien, it isn't easy for me. Grandfather sent me out of the house and also withdrew most of his financial aid. We are so close to being stranded. He said the only way I'll be able to regain all these is if I divorce you”
“But I need us to consummate this marriage so I'll be fulfilled before I divorce you”
She leaned closer in an attempt to kiss him when she was interrupted.
BANG
The metal door was suddenly flung open and Theodore Wilson, Isabelle's immediate younger brother walked in with a mocking smile on his face.
“So you're still with this crippled fool” he said with an arrogant tone.
“What do you want?! Why are you here? If you just came to insult him you may as well take your leave” Isabelle flared up not being able to bear the insult any more.
Theodore smirked “chill, stop getting riled up by this non-entity”
“Non-entity?!” Isabelle repeated after him not believing the words that were coming out from him. She couldn't believe Theodore had forgotten what Sebastien did for him when he was still in his right frame.
“After all he did for you still refer to him as a non-entity” Isabelle said in annoyance.
Theodore hissed “Anyway, Grandfather said I should give you a last warning that if you don't leave this fool he is going to withdraw all his financial aid”
And with that he left the room.
Isabelle sighed and turned to look at Sebastien who now had drool at the corner of his mouth.
She took out a tissue and wiped it off, her hand lingering on his face as she remembered how hard Sebastien had worked to make sure Theodore got into college.
Sebastien consulted lots of people and even spent quite a lot of money so that Theodore could further his education but now this is how Theodore could pay him back.
She didn't expect such behavior from him.
Isabelle's phone rang and she picked it up
“Where the hell are you?!” her mother shouted immediately she picked up the phone.
“I'm with Sebastien ” She replied curtly
“Haven't I told you to do away with that imbecile? Why do you like stirring up your grandfather's wrath”
“Mum. Please….”
“Keep quiet! I don't know what you see in him. When there are other single and capable bachelors out there. Why did you reject charles? Charles was perfect but you were so blinded by your stupid love for this imbecile. Knowing how important your grandfather's finance is to us you better make the right decision ”
“Mum, Sebastien has done a lot for us. Why do people forget so easily “ Isabelle sobbed
“That was when he was capable and now he is no more capable so he is of no essence to us. Can't you see your cousin Miranda?! She isn't bringing shame upon the family?! Why are you rubbing the family's name in the mud….” she rambled on and on
Isabelle couldn't say anything, she just sobbed and wished she had a more understanding family.
“Crying won't bring back our funds. Just use your head and do the right thing. Your grandfather's birthday is around the corner and it's the most perfect avenue to impress him and regain his favour. Don't flop this. Prepare something nice to present to him and don't even think of bringing that imbecile to the party”
The call ended abruptly.
Isabelle was filled with great sadness as she thought about what she could possibly present to her grandfather.
She didn't even have enough funds to get anything extravagant and grandfather was a very hard man to please.
She turned to look at Sebastien who appeared to be asleep. Her heart broke anytime she remembered who he was before and how this mysterious condition has reduced him to who he is now.
But Isabelle was determined to not get affected by whatever people thought about her decision to stay with him.
She promised to always be there for him
“Sebastien, I have to leave now” Her mother had called her and Isabelle didn't want to linger. She had to look for a way to get something presentable for her grandfather, Master Wilson, in order to avoid her mother's wrath. Isabelle informed the nurse she kept in charge of Sebastien that she was leaving. Not so long after Isabelle left, Sebastien suddenly quivered and sat up, straightening his head. He widened his eyes in shock and exhaled deeply. “What am I doing here?” he thought to himself. In the next second, he clutched his head with his hands, an excruciating headache assaulted him as a sea of memories flooded his mind. ******************************** “Sebastien you've been called upon to lead the war against Alemand and protect the malinfania as the Son of the famous god-of-war family. We trust you wouldn't let us down” “Don't you dare disappoint us” ******************************** “God of war, we've been fighting and we've never lost any battle. We think it's
The guards opened the door to the main hall and Roland Knight, Miranda's boyfriend, walked into the hall with his head raised high. One look at him and everyone will know that he is a confident man.“Hi baby!” Miranda screeched and met him halfway, pulling him in for a hug. He reciprocated as he wrapped his arms around her waist and lifted her up placing a kiss on her lips.The act of theirs caused people around to ‘aww’ in admiration.“I want to introduce you to my grandfather,” she said excitedly.He nodded his head in agreement, “Alright babe, let's go”. She took his hand in hers and they made their way to the center of the hall. As they walked side by side people turned their heads to stare at them. They couldn't get over how lucky she was to have one of the most sought after bachelors in the town.When they got to where master Wilson was seated, Roland bowed his head in respect and greeted him, “Good day, sir.”Miranda grinned, “Grandfather, meet my boyfriend Roland Knight. We'v
Everyone gasped, they didn't know grandfather could talk to a person like this.“Isabelle, you could have taken your retarded husband to the hospital rather than inviting him to my party!” Sebastien turned to look at Master Wilson and said, “What if I told you I have proof” Everyone gasped, how dare he challenge Master Wilson. Master Wilson nodded, “Then let's see”“No, there'll be no need for that grandfather. There's no point giving him a chance when he is clearly mentally unstable” Roland interjected, worried that Sebastien will expose him.“I agree, we shouldn't waste time on this non-entity” Miranda supported her husband.“Listen, let's be fair. Let's give him a chance to prove himself” Master Wilson said, he was very sure that Sebastien would just disgrace himself because with the way the emerald shone it couldn't be fake. Master Wilson then turned his attention to sebastien and said, “what do you need for the experiment?“Sebastien took slow strides towards master Wilson “I
Roland walked to where master Wilson sat and said “grandfather, I'm so sorry. I didn't know anything about this. My jeweler is responsible for this and as soon as I get home, I'm going to sack him. I promise to even bring a more expensive gift for you. I'm so sorry grandfather “ he then bowed his head waiting for grandfather's response.“There's no need anymore. The celebration is almost over. And I don't have two birthdays in a year” “But, I still—” Roland insisted but he was cut short.“I have other critical things to discuss today, like I've said don't bother about this anymore!” Roland walked shamefully to where Miranda stood.Master Wilson clapped his hand twice, signaling that the attention of the crowd, made up of his family members, was needed.“So, I have called everyone together. Not just for this birthday ceremony but also for the announcement of my next heir”This piqued the interest of the family members“My son will be most suitable, after all he is the first grandchil
Sebastien turned to look at Isabelle and took her hands in his, “Accept the offer, I am with you,I'll help you and I promise we will succeed”Miranda laughed, clearly over her earlier embarrassment, “Do you guys think this is a movie? This is real life, you can't just assure support with mere words. At the end of the day you both will be decapitated with bruises all over”“Two couples. One is dumb, the other is mad. Lovely combination. Do you guys even think it's possible to accomplish such a task within 3 days?! Do yourselves a favor and quit trying to be the next heir “ Tony supported Miranda “But we don't want to attend any burial now, do we?” Miranda asked mockingly. “Keep quiet and go back to the hole you dug out from. You seek to have forgotten what your shameful boyfriend did. Need a remainder?” Sebastien attacked her and she opened her mouth to reply but couldn't form words so she just stepped back.“Stop it Sebastien, you've already caused enough havoc in our lives. Why do
“What are you doing here?” Isabelle asked, she asked because she knew she was the only person grandfather gave the task of debt clearing to.“I'm here to meet Romero Pierson, I need to purchase a few lands from him” she then flipped her hair, “why am I even telling the both of you! You have no business with my life!”“We don't want to have any business with you, we were just wondering what you were doing here. Stop barking” Sebastien said, thereby earning a glare from Miranda. “I guess you guys are so scared about going to meet Romero to ask for the money. That's why you are here stalling the meeting“ Miranda placed a hand on her chest in mock sympathy. “Well I understand, Nobody wants broken bones except two crazy people. All the best” she winked and went inside. Miranda strutted into Romero's office.She entered a spacious office where a man with a luxurious gold chain sat on an armchair. He had a woman sitting on his lap, straddling him, and he had one hand around her waist hold
Sebastien's gaze darkened with fury, “you know, I just stood in the corner, watching. Waiting. Hoping that you wouldn't lay your filthy hands on my wife. How dare you?”Sebastien was so livid and even Isabelle and Miranda were taken aback by the level of his annoyance. “Do you have a death wish!” Sebastien thundered.Romero burst out into laughter, he couldn't hide his amusement. He couldn't believe he was being threatened by a non-entity. “You are very stupid. Who do you think you are to threaten me? I have an expertise in dealing with people like you”He snapped his fingers twice and three guards came into the office with chains, blindfolds and ak47 guns.“Tie them up!” He ordered the guards. Isabelle shivered in fear. Her thoughts ran wild at that point. Was this how she was going to die? Maybe she should have listened to her parents? What if they kill her and Sebastien?The guards dragged Sebastien away from Isabelle first and chained his wrists and ankles to a pole.Romero took
Isabelle and Sebastien took the check and walked out of his office. When they got to the gate they saw Miranda there sulking beside her car.“You! The both of you! How can I be humiliated because of the two of you! I promise you both will pay for this. I'll tell grandfather and everyone that you both watched Romero beat me up!”Isabelle was shocked at her outburst, where they were supposed to stop Romero from beating her up. Would she have done the same if it was the other way round.“Oh shut up! Would you have done the same if it was the other way round?” Sebastien asked calmly, he knew the answer should be no after all she was mocking them and wished they had gotten beaten up by Romero. “That doesn't matter! What's important is that you should have helped me!” Miranda felt ashamed, why would he slap her in front of those little brats and to add to the shame he didn't even give her the land that she came for.She fumed in anger. This was the height of disrespect she had received in