Leilani currently sat across from him on the table, passing him the contract. "I'll pay you one million dollars every month for as long as you are married to me."His eye twitched with annoyance, but he kept his cool look at the contract. "No physical contact, no emotional conversation, no sexual interaction..." he burst into laughter.Arching a brow, she cleared her throat. "This marriage is business and we must act professional. I am introducing to my parents on Christmas Eve." She cutting into the garnished food on her plate with a knife.Drinking a glass of water, she continued, "I asked them to give me a couple more weeks, to find a suitable husband, but really I'm busy fudging an identity for you".Relaxing into the sit, "I have to deceive my entire family and you have to as well, which is why I'm trying so hard to get you a lead role in a new movie."Picking up the remote, she turned on the TV.To Aries surprise, the director was on the news. "they have arrested Director Han St
A body dropped from the top of the stairs to the ground. Aries heart thumped hard in his chest. He knew he better feign blindness or he would end up like the lifeless body on the ground.The old man, he had seen him for the first time in the mansion he had previously worked in. He came downstairs with Sharon's arm around his. Everyone was in a bowing position.This man's aura was so terrifying. Aries held his breath as he walked past them. Everyone one followed behind him. Aries could sense the man was angry, yet he dared not speak unless asked.Taking their sits he respected himself a stood, since he naturally loved breathing. "I don't know your name, but you have impeccable manners, young man"Aries still didn't raise his head. The old man's voice echoed in the dining room, "And you? Who exactly are you?"A man who Aries hadn't noticed before sat beside Sharon stammering, rubbing his hands nervously on his lap. "Father, I am Sharon's boyfriend" The old man cocked his head to the s
The movie played as he set the popcorn. Sitting to watch it, he really couldn't believe the man on the screen was him. He had to admit the doctor did an excellent job because even he didn't recognize himself.Leilani joined him in the parlour with her own bowl of popcorn. She watched his every move on the screen. "You are unbelievably good at acting. " She seemed impressed, he could tell.He smiled, turning his gaze back to the TV. "That's because I've been through what the character has been through: the humiliation, the suffering, the abandonment, the betrayal"Chuckling, he felt her glare boring into his head. He looked into her empty eyes. "I didn't mean to spoil the mood"Her eyes clouded with emotion. "You didn't""Your mother was silent today" he questioned chewing a mouth full of popcorn.She frowned. "eeww, chew with your mouth closed. Women don't share opinions in my godfather's house. It's better to be silent or my godfather will really silence you"Curious, he probed furth
The morning was very grey; the sky filled with a storm as he walked into the abandoned warehouse. The place was a dump site. Crushed car remains, trash, rotten food and empty containers formed a wall as he walked through the narrow path.As soon as they sighted him, they ran, opening an umbrella over his head. The others went on their knees, their heads touching the earth. "Welcome, master"They lead him underground. The place was bright enough. Everyone seemed busy, some working on their advanced technology and other's training in brutal combat.It was an illegal gang filled with hardened criminals. "My Lord, it's been almost a year since we saw you. We have missed you dearly. Everyone bow to the master. " In sync, everyone bowed except one. "I refuse to accept you as my master. " Another man pulled at the arrogant huge man's pants, trying to reason with him. "I don't think you are fit to be our ruler. I challenge you"He stared at them intensely. He knew he looked different. They
Aries nervously swallowed. He and Leilani sat opposite his entire family. His father and stepmother, Viana, Greg and Suzy. Suzy looked taller now. Had it been that long? He wondered. He avoided their gaze so they wouldn't recognize him.They filled the breakfast table; the food was abundant, and the godfather seemed to be in a great mood.The man kept looking at Aries throughout the breakfast. Eros joined them at the breakfast, making Leilani uncomfortable, though only Aries would notice because she was so calm even when troubled. An unreadable expression on his face, god father cleared his throat to gain their attention "Good morning children" we all mumbled a greeting in response "I have good news, Viana and Eros with Alex and Leilani will get married on December 23rd by noon"Sharon slammed her glass on the table. "pardon me"Viana spat the wine she had been drinking, followed by Leilani choking on her wine. "What! 23rd is seven days from now," Viana retorted." godfather, I have
Leilani and Aries sat on the balcony overlooking the entire forestry scene. "Tell me, how did you find out?" She looked at him, opening a bottle of scotch. "About what?"He stayed quiet. "Oh that, I saw them. The day he broke up with me, Sharon was in the car." A painful smile displayed on her lips. "She must have really loved him for her to look at him like that"Deep in thought, he questioned, "Doesn't that mean there will be a conflict between her and Viana?"Staring at the sky, she replied, "I guess not that I care. Sharon is too ambitious and territorial. If Viana isn't careful, she can make Viana's life a nightmare"The atmosphere was chilly, the evening snow pouring softly. "So, are you going to tell me who you want revenge against at least? I seem to tell you everything, but you never tell me anything." Leilani pouted.His face was expressionless as he spoke. "Once upon a time, a kind woman ruled the world. Everyone envied her and wanted what she had. Even the one who she lo
Aries stood still, perspiration gathering on his forehead. Her hand didn't shake, meaning she was definitely going to blow his brain out.Sighing, he folded his arms. "I told you to trust me." "And I did," Leilani retorted, dropping a picture on the desk.It was a family photo of his father and stepmother with him and his step siblings he swallowed.Leilani shrugged "So tell me why you are in a family photo with my step auntie," her eyes held furious tears "Why are you in a family photo with my cousin"He shrugged. "Will you believe me even if I told you?"She raised her hand. "Nevermind don't speak, I'm afraid of what you'll say"Staggering to her feet, she dropped her gun, walking past him like a ghost. "I am sorry Lani, but it's better if you don't know"------------It was very early the next morning. Leilani and Aries were barely awake when her mother arrived. Still dressed in pyjamas, they rushed down the stairs to greet her.The elegant woman sat waiting for them as they murmu
Viana glared at her. The nerve of this fake ass nice bitch. Feigning ignorance, she cocked her head to the side. "I don't understand Lani? However, do you mean?"Leilani stood nose to nose with her in a staring contest. "I said why didn't you jump, you piece of shit," she said through clenched teeth.Army came in between them and just in time, the MC and DJ started the party. The male stripers started dancing why a line of women dropped gifts for Leilani and Viana. "hey, vivi loved that dress""It's Dior," Viana boasted as the girls dropped their gifts and left.Pretending to drink her wine, she whispered to Samantha, "Where did they get that outfit from, the one dollar store yikes?"Sam shrugged. "Who even invited them?" Leilani stood as the two girls brought more gifts. "Oh thank you," she smiled The girls buttered her up. " Congratulations, it's nothing. You are prettier than Viana anyway," the other girls continued. "What does that slut even feel like?" "I mean, we all know sh