The twenty-four hours were almost up, and Mia and her mother still hadn't found a place to stay. Things started getting difficult.“Mother, are we going to sleep outside?" Mia asked.“Let's see if we can find help.” Although it seemed impossible, Mrs. Cambridge still hoped someone would come to their aid.“We are sorry, Mrs. Cambridge. There is no space in the house; otherwise, I would have happily accommodated you.”"I have given the room to my son. He just returned from abroad. I'm sorry; I would have helped you if I had the ability.”"My husband wouldn't permit me to accommodate strangers; otherwise, I would have gladly accepted you.”These were the responses from those they sought help from.After searching for twenty hours, they still couldn't find any assistance. “Mother, why should we leave the house for them?" Mia, exhausted, said with a frown."Do we have a choice? Can we fight against them?" Mrs. Cambridge asked hopelessly."It's my father's house, yet we leave it for them?
Are we pregnant?" Jerome asked with a happy tone."Wait, we? Did I hear it wrongly?" Bright murmured with a puzzled look. "Boss, you said we? What's going on, Eleanor, can you explain?" Bright became inquisitive. He won't be able to sleep if he doesn't get an answer today."Bright, you should have respect for your boss when we are outside the office," Jerome said sternly."Bam! Another bomb dropped. Wife, Miss Eleanor, when did you two get married?" Bright was confused. He had known Eleanor had been living with Jerome lately, but he didn't know what the problem was. So this is it?"I'm sorry, Bright, I didn't want to make it known to the public. I wanted it to be only the two of us," Eleanor said softly."But I'm not part of the public. I am your co-worker and the boss's secretary.""Even Steve and Gaius don't know about it," Jerome's statement made Bright swallow his grief. But why are they keeping it from their friends? He can't keep this news to only himself. He has become close to
“Can you leave so I can dress up?" Eleanor raised her eyebrow, indicating for him to leave.“I have bathed you, touched every part of your body. What else are you shy about?" Jerome teased her."Jerome!!” Eleanor felt like crying. Why is this man becoming shameless?"It's alright, let me dress you up." He stood up, went to the closet, and picked a not too tight dress. “Hey, don't tell me you are going to dress me.” Eleanor wanted to run away."Come on, let's hurry; it's getting late.” Jerome didn't give her a chance to escape. He helped her with the dress, and they drove to the hospital.After running the test, the doctor confirmed Eleanor was two weeks pregnant.“Doctor, are you sure?" Eleanor asked.“Yes, Miss, I am very sure. You are two weeks pregnant."“Oh, ok," Eleanor nodded her head. Only God knows what she was thinking.After they left the hospital, Jerome helped her sit in the car. In the car, Eleanor was quiet and deep in thought.“Eleanor, what are you thinking?" Jerome s
Gaius helped serve the food. Looking at the well-presented dish, Steve couldn't wait any longer and was about to dish out his food. His hand was held by Jerome's.“Why have you held my hands?" Steve was confused."Don't you have manners? At least you should wait for us,” Gaius rebuked him.“That Tilapia is not yours. Eat these ones." Jerome pointed out to the other dishes.“Hey, but you know I love tilapia. If it's not mine, then who is it for?" He was like a child who didn't understand anything.“Wife," Jerome said only one word.“We are also your buddies, why should she be the only one who enjoys good food? Sister-in-law can I eat some of your fish?""Okay,” Eleanor nodded. There were many fish, and she wouldn't be able to eat them all. It wouldn't cost anything if he eats some. Besides, Steve is like a child who knows nothing.“No way, Steve, if you can't eat any of the seafood, get out." Jerome's tone wasn't loud, but they could feel the threat in his tone.“I was just joking, I w
"And one more thing, you will have to get rid of your mother," Adams dropped another bomb."What? Isn't it ridiculous? How can I kill my own mother?" She began to shiver. How can she kill her mother?"Your mother wouldn't be able to help you. She will only be a stumbling block to your success. If you don't kill her, you wouldn't be able to move on. Just get rid of her, and everything will go on smoothly." She couldn't see the man’s expression so it was difficult to know what he was thinking. “I can't do that. I can't kill my mother.” Mia shook her head continuously. How can she do that?"Think about it carefully. Let me know when you are ready,” the man said and signaled her to walk out.Mia sat silently for a while before getting out of the car.Adams stared at her back. He wasn't worried about her. He knew the kind of woman Mia was. She would do anything to survive.Mia's heart was heavy. If her mother is no longer, who would take care of her unborn baby? She needs her mother alive
At Jerome's apartment, Eleanor lay on the couch with her head on Jerome's lap. Jerome stared at her with loving eyes, contemplating the unexpected joy of having both a wife and a child.“Do you prefer girls over boys?” Eleanor asked."Why did you ask?”"Because you told your friends it was a girl.”"Of course, I want a girl child. The male ones will be fighting their mother's love with me,” Jerome asserted.“But I prefer boys, they will protect me and their sisters.”“No way, boys are too stubborn. I want an angel whom I will take care of, not the one who will fight with me over my wife's love,” Jerome protested.“Alright, let's wait and see who will win," Eleanor didn't want to protest this. She would wait until they checked the gender of the child. Anyway, whether a girl or boy, she would still love them. “I have always been thinking about this. Wouldn't Mia make trouble for us?"“Don't worry, she has left for Germany. Her mother died a week ago.”"She has gotten a strong backer. We
I'm bored," Eleanor pouted.“Don't worry, Bright is around; if you need anything, inform him, " Jerome said."But where are you going?" She looked up and saw him dressing. "There is an emergency. I need to attend to it," Jerome answered."What's happening?""Don't worry; I will tell you everything once everything is settled. Bright is around; if you need anything, just tell him.""Alright, don't be late." Eleanor gave him a peck, and Jerome left for the company.The only person who would do this is James.He walked to James' office."Oh, look who is here. The legendary CEO. What pleasure do I owe you?" James smirked."James, can you explain this budget discrepancy?" Jerome didn't beat around the bush and went straight to the point.James feigned ignorance, “Discrepancy? Let me take a look.” He peered at the document. “What is the document all about? I don't get it.” Since Jerome didn't discuss it with him, he acted as if he didn't know anything.“James, don't try to act smart with me
The old master called James and Jerome the following day.“Grandfather, why did you call for me?" Even though he knew why he was being called, he still asked.“James, what came over you?” The old master stared at his grandson with a complicated look. Even though he understood the fact that his son felt betrayed when he handed the company to Jerome, he would do anything in his power to be the heir. What he didn't understand was why he wanted to tarnish the company's image.“Father, this is a false accusation. I didn't do anything. The video is fake," Mr. James denied. He stared at Jerome with hatred in his eyes. 'You, wait, I will surely get rid of you one day.’ He thought to himself.“I knew you would say it was fake so I tested the authentication of the video, and everything is fine.” The old master was boiling with anger."I am sorry father, I don't know what came over me. Please forgive me, this was never my intention. Please, father, forgive.” He bent down on his knees and started