His eyes widened and his jaw dropped but he was quick to close his mouth. He was surprised since he did not see that coming.“You want to get married to me”“Yes I do, but first we have to drop a contract of three years. It is just for three years, if that's okay with you”Athena knew that this was the only way to stop her mother from trying to set her up with Sebastian whom she doesn't want to have anything to do with. But her mother doesn't want to listen, she cared more about her social status than she cared about her. Yes, she knew that her mother loved her but sometimes she can be selfish and want to protect the riches that were left behind by her father, she wanted to protect it as well but she was not going to get married to Sebastian just to do that. She only needed to get married to Maxwell just for three years and when the company finally overcame its crisis, and she had taken full control of power of her father's company. She will no longer be manipulated by her mother an
After Maxwell left Athena heading back home, his mobile phone began to ring and he took it out from his pocket only to see a call from Mirabella, her name flashing on the screen.He smiled and picked up the call he was about to call her and tell her that he had met up with Athena and that everything had worked out eventually.“Hey cousin” “Are you done meeting up with Athena? Tell me, how was it? Did something go wrong? Did she accept you? I was worried if you could pull this off and I have been pacing around all morning while staring at my mobile phone.Maxwell laughed. “You have to calm down, I told you I will take care of it and I did, everything worked out perfectly, I met up with Athena in her house”“How was the reception? I hope she wasn't mad that you showed up, not in your best clothes?” Mirabella was aware of the clothes that he had picked out to go meet up with her, after they were done from the cafe the other day, she had gone with him to his house and stayed with him. Wh
“What can I get for you Ma'am?”“Nothing yet, I'm waiting for someone but you can just get a glass of wine for the meantime”“A full bottle of champagne wine”“The most expensive” She closed the menu and stared out through the window. She glanced at her wrist watch once again. Mirabela has gotten to the restaurant before Maxwell and has been waiting for him glancing at her wrist watch every now and then, she wonders what was keeping him up. She was aware when he flagged down a taxi after she sent the address to him. Could it be traffic? She wondered and gently tapped her finger on the desk.“Do you need anything Ma'am?”“No, I don't need anything else, when I do I will call your attention, still waiting for someone”“Alright” the waiter walked away. She sat by the window staring outside smiling at the beautiful city of Greenwich. Outside the restaurant was bustling with many men and women who were returning from their busy schedule. She has never really gotten the full feel of the ci
Sebastian glared at him, his eyes dimmed, his jaw clenched, fuming in anger.“How dare you do this to me?” He yelled, gaining the attention of the few people who were equally dining in the restaurant. They looked at the sight before them wondering what was going to happen next. “You deserve it for what you just said to Mirabella how dare you insult her you should have stayed away when you saw us, and not try to flash your wealth”“This lowly peasant!” He barked, his eyes blazed with anger as he reached out to grab hold of Maxwell's T-shirt, Maxwell took a step backward and he almost fell to the ground. Maxwell smirked, he molds his fist tightly while Mirabella watches with displeasure. So much for a nice meal. All she hoped for was just to have a simple meal with her cousin and return back home. She was not expecting to see an arrogant fool who thought that he could buy her with money.Looking at him he reminded her so much of John and she was disgusted. However, her thoughts were s
"We are so sorry for any inconvenience this might have caused you. Ms. Wilmore," Mr. Tommy bowed.At the moment, Maxwell could no longer hold on to the joy that lingered in his heart. Seeing a decent man bow to his young cousin Mirabella. A smile formed at the corner of his lips as he watched Tommy order the security guards who had harassed him a few minutes ago to apologize properly."We are sorry, sir," they said, bowing their heads in unison.Maxwell and Mirabella continued with their meal, ignoring every other person in the room."He's got some guts." Mirabella chuckled as the thought of Sebastian's arrogant advances crossed her mind."I know his type, and I know exactly how to stop his little charade." Maxwell's tone was stiff and determined as he dug into his meal."So how was the wedding? That calls for some celebration, right, or don't you think it does, my newlywed?" Mirabella teases; without waiting for Maxwell's approval, she lifts the glass of wine and makes a toast to for
"What is he talking about?" Maxwell asked but Athena waved his question away." I need some fresh air" she announced and began walking out. Maxwell followed and in what seemed like five minutes the duo walked back into the hall. Veronica’s face immediately turned dark as Athena and Maxwell approached the table where she was sitting. The table was originally reserved for the Farmont family, but Grandma and her two sons were busy greeting and chatting with the guests who had just arrived.The elegant white tablecloth, crystal glasses and polished cutlery adorn the dining table. A centerpiece of fresh flowers with a subtle fragrance is displayed in a lovely vase. The soothing light of well placed candles creates a cozy and welcoming ambiance. Every place setting has an air of refinement when the linen napkins are folded and laid onExhausted from the drama that had unfolded a few minutes ago, as a result of her daughter's unreasonable decision to continue with her marriage to Maxwell, V
“Oh, c’mon, I won’t stoop so low to go on the ring with a low life like you.” Sabastian snarled the words with pure disdain. Sabastian, I won’t let you talk to my husband in that manner." “Oh! I see what you are trying to say here, yeah’. Isn’t he the guy from the restaurant yesterday?" Sabastian laughs as he recalls his fight scene and how he made him kneel in front of that little Mirabella. “You are the same guy as that so-called Mira. Before he could finish, Maxwell threw a punch, but it stopped right before it got to his face. Maxwell looked down at his wrist and then at his hand, which had restricted him from hitting this arrogant man. “Don’t do it," she said coldly, staring at Maxwell deep in the eyes. She didn’t want the night ruined, as some other guests would think that she had gotten married to Maxwell so he could fight off all her enemies. She stood, imagining how defensive Maxwell gets whenever he is with her. She barely knew him, but from his display, she could tell w
“There’s no way I’m going to let that happen." Veronica gave a fierce response and began to walk back to the hall.“Is there a problem?’ Maxwell asked calmly.‘It’s a little family issue, but trust me, everything will be fine’ Athena responded with an assuring smile. They both walked back into the dining hall.The next morning, after having his breakfast, Maxwell rode on his bicycle to school.He parked his bicycle on one side of the parking lot, but as soon as he locked it, a white SUV slowly parked in a spot across from him.He quickly looked up, inadvertently, and saw a young couple getting out of the car.The man was wearing a white shirt and a ripped bogus jean, looking handsome and smart.Meanwhile, the lady was dressed up in a flamboyant suit. Although somewhat gaudy, she was still considered beautiful.It turned out to be the famous John and Vicky, his now-ex-girlfriend.Maxwell didn’t care why they were here so early, but he knew the wisest thing to do at this point was to av