Chapter Five: Ex-fiancé.
CHLOE’S words attracted everyone’s attention. While Lorelei couldn't help but feel mad, she was trying to provoke Paxton to tell them that he has a luxurious villa and a limited edition car. But Paxton didn't say anything, he just let her cousin humiliate him.
“You should at least buy a new and expensive suit for your husband. He fixed your ugly face! Be grateful!” Chloe added.
Theodore laughed beside Chloe, “she’s your ugly cousin, right? Wow! She looked so different from how I saw her last time. I almost didn't recognize her.”
Paxton didn't like how Theodore insulted Lorelei so he stepped up, “she’s not ugly from before. It just happened that she got in an accident.”
“That’s still the same, she became ugly!” Chloe interrupted. “Oh! I think I know the reason why you married her. Is it because you want to use her as an experiment? To see if you can regain her beauty?”
“No! That’s not my intention—”
He didn't finish what he was saying when the man behind them stopped him.
“Hey! You’re taking too much time!” he said in irritation. “I need to greet them too!”
Chloe was surprised to see the man behind them, she quickly turned her attention to him. “Lord Darius! Oh my God! I didn't know you attended! It’s great to see you here!”
Darius quickly pushed Paxton aside so he could talk to the newly engaged couple. “Of course! Theodore is my friend, I should greet him,” he replied, flashing a wide smile.
Lorelei squeezed Paxton’s arm and whispered, “we should go now that they stopped insulting us.”
Paxton nodded but he was still looking at Darius. He knows who this man was, he is the billionaire ex-fiancé of Lorelei… anger started to build in his head. This man is who he has been waiting for!
When Darius caught their attention, he quickly noticed Lorelei beside him.
“Wait, is this Lorelei? Lorelei Marshall? Your cousin?” Darius' attention shifted to Lorelei.
He looked so surprised that he didn't even glance at Paxton!
“Yes! Can you believe it? I thought there was no hope for her ugly face back then!” Chloe chuckled.
“Yeah, that's why I backed out from the wedding. And… who is this cheap guy with you?” Darius looked at Paxton and then at the suit he was wearing. His face flashes a disgusted look but the reaction that Paxton was looking for did not occur…
Paxton swallowed the lump in his throat, Darius didn't recognize him! Does that mean that he didn't know what the heir of the Cartier family looked like?
“He’s my husband,” Lorelei said, proudly.
Darius slowly nodded before smiling at her, “Oh! I thought he was your bodyguard or something. His suit doesn't suit here, look at how cheap it was. Where did you buy that?”
“Darius! He’s my husband, please don’t insult him.”
Darius just shrugged, he doesn't care about Paxton. “Forget it! Anyway, can I have a dance with you?”
Lorelei didn't like the idea of dancing with Darius. It has been ten years since he rejected their wedding because of what happened to her face. Now that she regained her beauty, he’s asking for a dance.
She was about to decline his request when her father interrupted them. He pushed Paxton so hard that he almost fell on the ground!
“Yes, of course, My Lord! You can have a dance with my daughter. Feel free to take her on the dance floor.”
Paxton clenched his fists in anger. He was just there, standing beside Lorelei but his father-in-law wanted to give her to another man! He thought that they agreed to let them go after he got the deal.
He was about to take Lorelei back to him but Morgan blocked his hand and glared at him.
“Let them, it was just a dance,” he said in authority.
Paxton couldn't complain, he just stood there and watched his wife dance with another man. With every step they took, his eyes didn't leave them… from his distance, he could still see how awkward it was for Lorelei while Darius was smiling pervertedly. Like nothing happened in the past… until he caught his hands slowly moving down on Lorelei’s bottom.
“Hey! Hey! That was enough!” Paxton shouted.
Everyone turned their attention to him especially when he shoved away Morgan so he could go to his wife. Lorelei looked at him with worried eyes.
“What are you doing? She’s my wife! You have no right to touch her wherever you want!” Paxton squirmed then pushed away Darius from Lorelei.
Darius was furious after Paxton pushed him. ‘How dare he push him when he was just garbage?’ That's what Darius was thinking while glaring at Paxton.
“How dare you touch me?!” Darius shouted.
His shout caught everyone’s attention. It was embarrassing! A lowly man like him dared to push him! He wouldn't let him go!
“I was just telling you to stop touching my wife!” Paxton yelled back.
“You're just her husband, you don't own her. Soon you’ll end up getting a divorce, I’m telling you,” he smirked.
“A divorce? Who said that we will? We won't get a divorce.”
Lorelei touched Paxton’s arm, squeezing it gently to stop him from arguing with Darius. She knows how powerful Darius was and if they continued this argument, she didn't know what might happen to Paxton.
Darius lifted his fist, and was about to punch Paxton because of his anger but because there were lots of people around, he didn't continue. But then, when a waiter passed beside him, he quickly took the glass of wine and splashed it in Paxton’s suit.
Everyone gasped, they couldn't believe that Darius did that! Although it wasn't right, there are some who are laughing. They find this kind of act entertaining!
“Darius! That’s enough!” Lorelei exclaimed.
Paxton's face turned pale white. The cold wine sent shivers down his upper body. It was the first time that he received such treatment but it was all fine. He can accept all of this humiliation. After all, it was just the beginning… Instead of saying anything, he just glared at Darius who was fuming mad.
“Get the hell out of here, you bastard! How dare you lay a finger on me! You look like trash! Now that I poured you an expensive wine, at least you become expensive. Be grateful to me!”
Chapter Six: Let Them Insult Me.Paxton becomes the laughingstock for the guests but for the Marshall family, it is embarrassing! Morgan couldn't help but get mad at Paxton who was giving them a lot of embarrassment tonight. It was a shame to have Paxton as their son-in-law! Until he couldn't help the humiliation anymore, he grabbed Paxton’s wrist while apologizing to Darius who was still mad. He dragged Paxton all the way to the uncrowded part of the hall.“You’re such a shame in our family!” Morgan said with gritted teeth. “How could you push Lord Darius? Don't you know he’s one of the most powerful and influential person in this country?!”Paxton just stood there, silently listening to his father-in-law’s anger. While Lorelei on the other side was trying to stop her father.“You should’ve let him dance with Lorelei!”That triggered Paxton. He sighed, “he was about to touch my wife’s bottom. Should I let him do that as well?” Paxton asked, trying to emphasize every word. Ever sinc
Chapter Seven: Gift Worth $8.8 Million.LORELEI woke up early today. It’s been almost three weeks since she stopped working at their company and she has to go back. Earlier, she received a text message from her father that there will be a family meeting that will be held this afternoon and she has to attend.“I will fetch you later after your work,” Paxton said. Lorelei was busy tying his tie. She’s more beautiful today. From her simple makeup that defines her natural beauty to her pink corporate attire. It was his first time seeing Lorelei wearing this. This looks better on her. “Usually, I got off by five. But then, it's been three weeks since I stopped working and I have a lot of pending works. I’m sure I need to work overtime for a week,” she replied. When Lorelei was finally done with his tie, she looked up at him and then smiled. “We’ll be having a family meeting this afternoon anyway,” she added.Paxton’s lips parted, he didn’t know but he felt something bad towards that meet
Chapter Eight: The Owner.THIS is insane! How could Sylvester Braxon be his godfather?!That's what everyone was thinking right now after hearing Paxton’s revelation. They couldn't believe it! While Morgan was stunned, he was still processing all of what he heard. He realized the reason why he closed a $100 million deal with Golden Realty Company! It was all because Golden Realty is under Braxon Empire!“You’ve got to be kidding us, how will you prove that Sylvester Braxon was your godfather?” Levi asked, in an insulting tone. “How could a poor man like you have a connection with a rich billionaire like him?” Paxton shrugged and then he smiled. “How did you all suspect that I am poor?” he asked. “Was that because I am not wearing expensive clothes? Or was it because I lined up through those filthy men who want to marry Lorelei for their own good?”Lorelei was surprised by how her husband fought back against her brother. She thought that Paxton doesn’t have the courage to fight for hi
Chapter Nine: Curious. A WEEK has passed and Morgan Marshall is now fine after he was confined for a week due to some complications and also to monitor his heart. “If it’s not because of Paxton, your father might be dead by now,” Sharon said. They were busy packing Morgan’s bag, now that they were going home. He will be discharged this morning. “I still don't trust him,” Levi replied. “Well, you’re right. We shouldn't trust him right away. One thing that's bothering me is the fact that he married Lorelei when he didn't need money. You know how ugly she was when she had the scars on her face.” Levi shrugged. “Just don't fall for his trap. I’ll pay the bill.” He pretended to not care at all when in fact, he has a bad feeling towards Paxton. It seemed like he has seen him before, and it bothered him. He was too familiar but he just couldn’t figure out where he have seen him. After talking to his mother, Levi went out of the hospital room to go to the front desk to ask for their bi
Chapter Ten: First Step. WEARING white scrubs, Paxton was sitting in a swivel chair inside his clinic. He’s in the hospital and busy writing the prescription for his patient. “Here’s what you should take for your skin allergy. Don’t forget to wash the affected area before putting in an ointment. The antihistamine should be taken once a day,” he said. “Thank you, Doc!” As soon as the patient stood and walked out of the clinic, Oliver, Paxton’s assistant walked inside with a folder in his hand. “Good afternoon, My Lord! Here’s the information that you’re asking for.” Oliver propped the folder on his desk. “Thank you! Have a seat,” he replied. He quickly opened the envelope and took out the files inside. He quickly saw Darius Lavigne’s profile before he looked up at Oliver. “What did you find out?” he asked. Then scanned the profile that he was holding. All the details regarding Darius are in the file… “Mr. Sylvester was right, he proposed to Grace Cartier, your cousin before the
Chapter Eleven: Expensive Suit.PAXTON was sitting on the balcony while browsing through his iPad. He’s studying all of Darius’ assets, investments and everything about his source of income. But then, it is still questionable. How could Darius gain billions when he only has Lavigne’s Realty Company, a small company offering internet providers, and investments? He was so sure that Darius had an underground business… Tomorrow, Amiel will apply as an IT technician in their IT department. He quickly switched the screen to a funny video on social media after the door through the bathroom opened. “What are you doing? You’re still working at night?” Lorelei asked.He shrugged then smiled at her. “No, I wasn't. Just watching funny videos on my iPad.”Lorelei didn't doubt his reason, she walked on the balcony and glanced at his iPad before she sat down in the Acapulco chair in front of him. “I have been thinking these days,” Lorelei said. “Hmm, what is it?”Paxton grabbed the glass of whis
Chapter Twelve: The Other Way Around.DARIUS was stunned. No one has ever talked to him the way Paxton did! And it irritated him! He clenches both his jaw and hands into fists. Gritting his teeth, the moment Paxton sat down on his swivel chair, he glared at him.“I bet you can’t pay $800k just for a suit when you can't even afford to buy for yourself!” he yelled.“I’ll pay. But on one condition, you must take off your suit and throw it into the garbage right now.”His eyes widened. “What the—are you saying that you want me to go home naked?!”Paxton shrugged. “That’s your choice. Go home naked or you can wear my trashy suits. You can choose one in the cabinet.”“Are you insane?!” Darius couldn’t help but feel mad at him even more.But even though he was fuming mad, Paxton remained a straight face. Darius came here to find something that he can use to humiliate Paxton but it seemed like it came out the other way around. He was the one that was humiliated by Paxton!“What are you waitin
Chapter Thirteen: Theodore Myers.“OH? Did you know each other?” Red asked in a surprised reaction, pushing his acting skill to the edge just to make it more natural.Theodore glanced at Red. “He’s Lorelei’s husband, Chloe’s cousin…” he replied.“Damn, I didn't know… he’s my college best friend, we just meet again so we went here,” Red said then called a waitress to get them a drink.Paxton was just silently looking at Theodore who couldn’t even look at him because maybe, he was afraid that Paxton would tell Chloe about what he discovered. Then Theodore snapped, why is he here too, anyway? This is not a proper place for a reunion!“Did Lorelei know that you’re here?” Theodore asked, trying to divert the attention from him.“Bro, you’re engaged. Why are you here too?” Red said.“I’m not talking to you.”Red faked zipping his mouth and shifted his attention to the waitress who just got back from getting their orders. He seemed to be enjoying the tension between Theodore and his Boss, Pa