Reynold sped across the distance as quickly as he could as he occupied himself with thoughts of whether he should go or not. However, his legs did not stop.
He jammed into her room and tried to barge into the toilet too but the door was tougher than he expected. He shook the door knob hurriedly trying to force it open but nothing happened."K.J! K.J!!"He wasn't thinking right now–all that was in his mind was her safety. He didn't care what would happen after he trespassed all he just wanted to know was if she was okay.But no matter how much he called, there wasn't a response. And then it dawned on him that she was in the bathroom. He didn't know what to do in this situation, what if she was doing something?‘Perhaps I should just leave.”"R...ey.”Just when he thought that her weak voice called out to him.He immediately began to panic and got more aggressive as he shook the door knob trying to force it open. Seeing that no matter how much he tried to force the knob it wouldn't open, Reynold stepped back and dashed forward, smashing a kick into the door and forcing it open in that instant.Sprawling out before his eyes was Kayla on the floor, a white towel covered her breast and her body but there were still parts that were provocatively revealed, such as her thighs and a little bit of her hips.Her skin was pristine and almost glowing, Reynold felt dehydrated and his heart began to beat faster than he could control.He shook his head, annoyed at himself.'Seriously guy, this is not the time for this kind of thought.'He hurriedly bent down and lifted her carefully, making sure the towel did not fall off.Meanwhile_Someone was right in front of the window in a red sportscars with his binoculars.Jay sighed."How did we get to this point?" He asked himself.They had turned to leave but they were here again. Right when Kayla dropped a message, Lloyd had asked Jay to turn back and that was how they ended up being here again.Jay shook his head. He pitied himself for being stuck with the goofiest and most jobless guy in the family. But that does not mean he didn't enjoy every moment with this same jobless guy."Ohhh!! He has her in his arms!” Lloyd screamed as he saw a clear visual of Kayla in Reynold's arms and as he slowly laid her on the bed.He immediately retracted his eyes from the binoculars."Ah! Ah," He panted.“What is wrong?" Jay asked, lifting his binoculars to look too but Lloyd hurriedly stopped him."Don't you dare! Don't you dare it!! Do you want to see my sister having sex with her husband?!" He yelled but belatedly kept his voice down."Oh my God! I'm sorry.""It's okay," Lloyd said looking towards the direction of the window."I was worried that she might be pulling this plan because she is dead set on ruling the company but it seems I was wrong. I know she has never had a boyfriend, I've never even caught her with a man before. There's no way she would have sex with just anyone for the sake of becoming the CEO."“Then... you think her marriage is not some contract?""No, that does not look to be the case. Kayla can never allow a man to be this intimate with her. If she's doing it right now, it must mean she loves this man." He said with a soft smile on his face.Scratching his head he continued -"Man, I thought she was deceiving everyone. I had looked forward to how I would enjoy disgracing her.""Too bad," Jay added. He paused for a few seconds before asking. “Can we go now?"It was cold outside, and he was already feeling sleepy."Yes, but this will not be the end. I must know who the hell that guy is. Who is he that he can make my sister fall head over heels for him." He clenched his fist as he spoke.A while later they were out of the place and arrived at another sophisticated building—nestled in a secluded, primeval cove was a resort of some sort.The exterior was a harmonious blend of natural beauty and tasteful architecture. Surrounded by lush tropical foliage, the resort was a single-story villa with a thatched roof that seemed to merge seamlessly with the verdant landscape.Lloyd and Jay carefully walked the cobblestone path meandered through manicured gardens, leading to a wide, teakwood veranda that wrapped around the villa.The veranda was furnished with plush outdoor seating, with two men relaxing in boxers briefs."Oh, you're back. I thought you said you were on your way before."One of them said as he removed his shades and looked at Lloyd.'Unshameful thing wearing shades in the thick of the night' Lloyd loathed at him inwardly."So? What is your report?”"There is nothing to worry about. I saw them have sex. The marriage is not fake." Lloyd reported."Hey hey hey!" The other one shot up from where he was relaxing. "If they are having sex doesn't that mean Kay would be the first one out of all of us to give father a grandchild? What if he hands over the company to her?!”Silence ensued for a couple of seconds then the one with the shades commanded -"Keep watching over them and report whatever you find to us." He tapped Lloyd's shoulder as he spoke."You have been a very obedient brother these days. I am impressed. Don't worry, with this we will cover you up and not let father or first brother find out about the shitty things you've done.""Thank you so much, brother."He bowed his head with his teeth grinding against each other."And you Jayman! Take good care of my brother.""Yes sir.” Jay bowed his head as he responded."Then, you lot excuse us." He wore his shades and returned to his seat signaling for both of them to go.Reynold had been all over the house looking for first aid kits but found none. There was no one around apart from both of them. In fact, he was shocked that she dismissed her female bodyguard and came in here alone with a man she just barely knew."I've looked all over but there are no first aid kits. I think taking you to the hospital will be the best course of action."Kayla was halfway awake, she shrugged sluggishly as he spoke. Reynold patiently stood and waited for her to wake up fully.However, the moment she did..."Please get out." She sternly said, holding her head tiredly.A frown creased together Reynold's brows."What do you mean? You just fell and injured yourself. And you are telling me to get out. You need to go to the hospital. You can't even stand on your own.""Please, Reynold. Don't let me get angry, the contract stated that you would not step into my room so get out."Her voice this time was more stable and fearsome.Reynold clenched his fist, he looked at her for a
Reynold as he walked was absent-minded. His thoughts tugged him from within, he seemed lost from the outside, and his mind wandered from here to there and from there to here. It was all because of one person.'What does she want?''What could I have done better?''Was accepting this a mistake?''Should I just be content with the fact that she helped me?'In as much as Reynold wanted to take that route. He suspected that it was going to be hard. Kayla was a beautiful girl who had stretched forth a helping hand to him just when he needed it most.How was he supposed to ignore loving such a person when they were staying under the same roof? Plus the urge to mow her down anytime he saw her in those sexy dresses. How was he supposed to deal with all of that?Reynold sat down at the bus stop, waiting for the next bus to arrive. He raised his head and sighed and he dropped it.A few minutes later, the bus arrived and Reynold left for the hospital.Upon getting to the hospital, Reynold immed
Things didn’t go as easy as Reynold had planned it, he didn’t expect his sister to be quite the quick-witted one. He also didn’t expect her to have some loose screws in the head that she’d think that the kind of marriage he is in is a very cool one.That took most part of what he was worried about off his mind but the most important part still awaited and he had to deliver that part making sure it doesn’t come off as the reason why he is doing all of this.Reynold stole a glance at her as both of them stood in front of the vending machine, he smiled smoothly and looked away before she caught him.Immediately she downturned her lips, disrupting her facial expression like she had swallowed something very disgusting. “Heeeuuw.”“What??” Reynold asked, arching one of his brow.“Don’t look at me like that and smile brother. It’s gonna make me puke I swear.” She declared and picked her canned drink as the machine spilled it out.She peeled it open and swayed as she walked, her steps were del
Reynold silently watched the scenery of the cities turn to a blur of motion as the car sped forward. Everything for a moment seemed still. It had just been a day but he felt like it had been a week. So much had happened.He ran his mind back everything from catching his ex-girlfriend cheating on him with his port-belly boss and him getting beat for it, to meeting a damsel like Kayla then paying for his mother’s hospital bills and his sister too.There were a lot of reasons to be joyful about but only a bitter smile escaped his mouth and he knew the reason why. He wanted something more, and who wouldn’t with a pretty girl like her?He let out a sigh.“You know, I’ve been looking at you since you hoped into this cab.”The driver’s murky voice distracted his thoughts. Reynold shifted his attention to the man in front? Belatedly he noticed he wasn’t befitting the description of a man.He had brown curly hair, his eyes hung lazily over his face, his skin was rough – they hinted of his stru
As the guy’s voice rose higher, the securities at the gathered around hem trying to control the situation but Rey’s so-called colleague only got fiercer and the situation only escalated.“You think because I’m your school mate you can take advantage of me or something cause bro where the fuck is my money?!”This was getting very embarrassing for Rey, he lowered his head in shame. He wasn’t even particular about himself. He didn’t always care about himself, but what about this matter that was so infuriating was that he desperately wished to protect Kayla’s reputation in all of this.Protecting her public image was the least he felt he owe her for how much she had helped him. Even though it was a contract marriage, he still felt much indebted to her.Rey bit his lips, desperately wishing all this ruckus can calm down whatever way.“Hey, did that bastard just hit my man?”Rey recognized that hoarse voice, it sounded tired this time and resonated with a degree of vexation – it was almost p
“Wait! Did I hear you right?"Rey hurried to her front as she started walking."Yes, you did Rey. We are having dinner with my family tonight."She smiled as she walked past him. For some reason she seemed to enjoy the look on his face. He was so scared and worried. It was cute."That is why we will be selecting a new set of dress for you."Kayla sleekly turned to him, a cute smile sitting on her lips."What? Me?" Reynold was still dumbfounded.The attendants approached him with a subtle bow and demanded to escort him to the men clothing department.The store had an elegant and luxurious feel with dark wood furnishings, glass display cases, and warm lighting.Fine suits in a variety of fabrics and colors lined the walls neatly organized by style and size.At the back were fitting rooms with plush benches and large mirrors.The dressing rooms were separated by velvet curtains for privacy. The main floor had polished marble tile while upstairs had carpeting with leather chairs and sofas
"This is the first rule I an going to give you." Kayla started as the car engine reeved into motion. “Do not speak too much. In fact, I don't see any reason why you should talk at all. My father along with my blood brother are very observant. They can pick up a minute detail from even just talking. My father is so observant he can pick where you come from, your social standards just by paying attention to how you speak."Reynold face tensed."But I don't have an accent or anything like that...""You don't need to. That's how he is. And we don't have to worry too much about that part as long as you keep your words brief and limited. My own brother. Hamish. I don't think he is going to show any particular interest in you but of course everyone at that place will be assessing you one way or the other."Reynold gulped."The ones you should be most careful around are my step brothers. Tate and Sean... oh and Lloyd too. Those three are sneaky and cunning. Especially Tate and Sean. They will
The dinner began smoothly enough. Waiters swept in carrying trays laden with extravagant dishes - foie gras, oysters, rack of lamb, truffles and more. Expensive wine flowed freely as the group made small talk between bites.About halfway through the meal, the chairman turned his hawk-like gaze onto Reynold."So, tell me about yourself, young man. Where are you from originally?"Reynold swallowed nervously. "I grew up in a small town a few hours from here, sir. My father owned a modest hardware store before he passed away a few years ago. My mother has been ill but is recovering well now."The chairman nodded, his expression unreadable. "And how did you and my daughter come to meet?""We attended the same prestigious high school, sir," Reynold responded, relieved they had prepared this story."Hm. Oh? You went to the same high school with my daughter? Then you must have known her when she was a fat girl who loved eating." He laughed softly, the air around him took an abrupt change, ca