The entire room was just as shocked as the woman who had given the slap and the one that had received it. Lucy didn't know when her hand met with Taylor's face but she was glad it did. Andi was most sensitive when they brought up his father's name since they didn't know if he was dead or missing. If he ran away because of the debts or was kidnapped by someone. It all remained an unsolved mystery that Andi would very much like to solve. But even he had kept his cool when Taylor insulted his father. Though he wanted to talk, Lucy had shown him that action spoke louder than words. Taylor's eyes were as wide as they could get. That moment had reminded her of the night before when her father had hit her for the very first time. Why was everyone hitting her lately?“Did you…” she chuckled confusedly. “Did you just hit me? Please tell me Andi was the one who hit me and not you. I will accept it if Andi hit me but not you, who the hell do you think you are to raise your hand at me?!” She b
Lucy's eyes widened bigger than she thought they could go. Her brain switched off and needed more than a moment to reboot. “Marriage?” She asked, wondering if she had heard him wrong. “I mean, yeah. I know, it's weird and all but maybe, maybe it would put an end to those terrible rumors and if--if you'd like, that is. I mean, I'm not trying to rush you or anything but I actually did notice you all those years but… I… couldn't talk to you because… I don't know–I–”Lucy cupped his face in her hands and pulled him close to her face to kiss him. He stared surprisedly at her. He blinked. She stared back at him with a smile on her face. “It took us more than a decade to realize our feelings for each other. It isn't too early, it's just… our parents, what will they say?” Andi smiled softly. “I actually wanted to find my dad before settling down or at least knowing what… where he is, if he's doing okay. Or if… if he's…”She caressed his cheek. “Then we'll do just that.” “But your family,
The family gathered around the dining table and closed their eyes to say their prayers before eating. Matthew had left them after departing from Taylor's house to drop off the papers at court for his client, Andi, and rushed back just in time to join them for dinner. Ever since he arrived, Mrs Emerson had been nothing but sweet to him. She had prepared the meals herself when Andi told her he was coming even though her son refused she did anything at all. Having just returned from the hospital. Mrs Emerson was always a good cook, she dreamt of her own restaurant but gave up that dream to support her husband with his company. Andi rarely ate the things at home save for cereals and fruits. He never cooked except to fry an egg and prepare some toast. So it felt so nice having his mother around again and eating her delicious handmade meal. “This is still as delicious as the first time I had it.” Matthew said with a gentle smile on his face. Mrs Emerson's lips spread into a pleased smi
Andi sat up in his bed feeling as refreshed as he looked. He turned off his alarm clock and climbed down from his bed. Standing in front of his window, he pulled the blinds apart to allow proper sunlight to seep in. The air smelt fresh and it felt ever so nice as it caressed his skin.A morning couldn't be any more beautiful than that. The night had been the best night he had ever had in the past three years. A night that would have never existed if it wasn't for Lucy. Speaking of Lucy, she was coming over that day to help him do some research about his dad as well as work relating to the company. His mother was leaving for her check up and the woman was very stubborn about going on her own. She felt so strong like she could lift the entire house on her shoulder without even breaking a sweat and Andi was pleased, over joyed even, that she was feeling so well again but still…He went to the shower and had his bath. Coming out of the bathroom, a small towel hung around his waist and
Breakfast had ended quickly after Mrs Emerson excused herself from the table. Lucy ate without asking any questions or bothering to strike a conversation with him. Like she had said, she didn't eat the night before and she was hungry. Andi couldn't deny it, he loved how honest she always was with him. It had only been three days with this woman and it felt like he had loved her since forever. Lucy raised herself from her seat and packed up the dishes. Though Andi refused, she insisted on doing them. As she rolled up her sleeve, he saw a golden chain around her wrist just like her necklace. Her earrings were just as golden except they were round big balls. “I'm heading out okay?” Mrs Emerson announced. “Don't leave him alone until I return okay?” She said to Lucy who smiled in response. The woman had changed drastically in her light pink collared dress that had square pockets just below the waistline and two golden buttons sat atop them. Her hair was packed behind with a black ban
After a while of screams, moans and satisfactory orgasm, they both decided on resting in his bedroom. After all, their work wasn't going anywhere. Lucy was completely naked under the sheets, her clothes lay scattered on the floor along with his. He too was naked, save for his underwear. She laid with her back pressed against his body and he played with her hair. “You said you wanted to get married quickly, did you mean that?” Andi asked, still paying with her nourished hair. She smiled. “Don't you want to get married? Or is something holding you back?” She turned to face him with an abruptness. “Did your mom say no because we have been acquainted for long?”“What? No, that's absurd. My mom always supports my decisions. She says she wouldn't mind it if we decided to get married quickly away from the cameras and honestly, I don't either.” He explained. She smiled, feeling relaxed but her smile soon faded. A sigh left her mouth. “I wish my mom was as supportive and understanding as
Sitting at the table, Andi and Lucy stared at the phone that laid in front of them. Ever since the mysterious message entered, the phone remained black without the screen turning on with a notification. Andi had messaged the number, asking what he meant by the message but got no reply. It had been well over thirty minutes now. He sighed. “Will he ever reply?” His brow arched subconsciously as he asked. Lucy heaved a sigh. “I don't know.” She replied, shaking her head. He stared at his wristwatch for like the tenth time. “It's almost forty minutes now and still no reply. How am I even supposed to follow his rules to play the game if he won't respond to my messages?” He sighed and relaxed into his seat. Lucy tilted her head to the side, her eyes fixed on the blank screen. “Maybe you answered wrongly.” He looked up at her. “What do you mean by that?” She picked up the phone, “can you open this?” She stretched it forward towards him. “The password is my mother's name.” He said as
Andi took out a black suit shirt and threw it over himself. He was dressed in a nice sleek suit and his hair was neatly combed and styled. His mother had insisted on doing that herself. She also insisted on following him to the court as well. He didn't have any problem with that though. She was as beautiful as she had ever been. She purposely dressed extravagantly to attend the court and Andi knew that even though she was denying it. “Your collar is a little crooked, here let me fix it.” She said as she walked into his room. Her heels made noises as they kissed the floor, its silver glittered like magic dust. She was putting on a suit herself, a clean white trouser and shirt. A glittery silver singlet peeked out at the top of the shirt and a silver purse hung down from her shoulder. Her hair was let loose over her back and tucked neatly behind her ears and her face was decorated with full make-up. Her earrings, rings and bracelets were all a shining silver as well. “You're lookin