《PREGNANT FOR THE BILLIONAIRE》


 Chapter 1

    He slid the papers to her, looking solemnly to her beautiful honey brown eyes, she stared down at the papers and back at his cold expressionless face.


    ¡°What¡¯s this paper for?¡± She asked not wanting to read out of it.


    ¡°It¡¯s a document to seal our deal, so sign it¡± she hesitated with lots of thoughts running through her mind.


    Maybe it isn¡¯t a good idea and it wasn¡¯t toote to say no.


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    Back forward


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    The cold morning breeze swept pass Elizabeth¡¯s face making some strands of her hair cover her eyes, she angrily pulled her hair as it was almost the tenth time that was happening.


    She walked into the school¡¯s cafeteria to get a cup of coffee to get her body warmed up a bit as she sat quietly at the end of the cafeteria sipping her tea and going through her phone¡¯s gallery.


    The photos of Edde Loxley, a young handsome British businessman, rule her gallery. She literally does not have her own photos, just Edde and it sucks that she couldn¡¯t meet him for at least ones.


    Well he is a business man and he is always busy with work and other things businessmen do, rumor has it that Edde Loxley is a full time yboy and she doesn¡¯t still care about his reputation, she just wanted to meet him.


    ¡°Hey! Not again!¡± Mel said as she pulled her phone from her hand, she knows how obsessed her besties was with Edde and it pisses her off all the time ¡°You can¡¯t seriously still be falling in Love with a man you haven¡¯t met before, it¡¯s crazy and I¡¯m bing to suspect you have a mental issue, It¡¯d be better we go see a psychiatrist before¡­¡±


    ¡°Shut the fvck up I am fine, you won¡¯t just understand what Edde is doing to me, you have a boyfriend and I don¡¯t because I am patiently waiting for Edde¡± Elizabeth Said as Melughed out making people turn to her staring at her like a crazy person.


    ¡°I guess Elizabeth Albie will die a virgin¡± She said, trying to take Elizabeth¡¯s coffee as Elizabeth yanked her hands off.


    ¡°You are so toxic Mel, just wish me luck for ones¡±


    ¡°I have always wished you luck babe, hope you meet your back stage lover soon¡­ Let¡¯s go, we have a ss in five minutes¡± Mel said as they walked hand in hand to the ss.


    Edde Loxley sat in front of hisputer in a veryrge luxurious office, he had been busy going through business proposals from differentpanies which he rejected almost all.


    ¡°Broke asspanies¡± he muttered as he shut down hisputer system as a call came in, he picked up the telephone and ced it on his ear.


    ¡°Sir, will you need anything?¡± That was his P. A Nelly over the phone.


    ¡°Get me a cup of cappinos please¡± he said as the call ended, just immediately the door opened revealing his dad, Nelly would have just told him to expect his dad.


    He was sure his dad hade to remind him to get married and keep the business professional.


    Edde Loxley is 25 and was in no way ready to get married yet, getting married means not having time for his business and lesser fun and he wasn¡¯t ready yet not now not in five years time.


    ¡°Good afternoon Dad¡± Edde greeted, staring nkly at his dad expecting the worst. He was already used to hearing his yelling about getting married and being more responsible but it seems that was far from why his father came.


    ¡°Well son, I came to tell you that I am going to Paris to see my mistress and I am not sure of when I aming back so take care of yourself¡± His dad said surprisingly to Edde.


    ¡°Is that all? Like that¡¯s why you came?¡± Edde asked to be sure as his dad chuckled.


    ¡°What else were you expecting? See Edde, I am tired of repeating myself about marriage, if you don¡¯t wish to get married then remain a bachelor and keep on fvcking all the women in New York¡± his dad said and walked out of the office.


    Mr Loxley became a Casanova ever since the death of his wife who died ten years ago when Edde was fifteen, Mr Loxley being heart broken from the death of his sweetheart decided not to marry again with the fear that he might lose any woman he gets married to.


    He never wanted a lonely life for his son and he never wanted his son to follow his step of Casanova life, he wanted his son to be happily married but Edde has refused to settle down.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    His P. A Nelly walked in with his coffee, she knew that she wasted much time and that was because the cream finished.


    ¡°I am so sorry for the dy sir, it was¡­¡± She tried saying as he stood up, cutting her short.


    ¡°There is no need to exin further, you already deliveredte and I need to go, so have the cappino yea, and take this files with you, record them into the system it¡¯s really important, Make sure you don¡¯t make a mistake because it can cause a whole lotta damage¡± Edde said and retreated out of the office.


    He hopped into his Rolls Royce and drove into the city of New York, he needed to calm down and have some drinks with his friends as it¡¯s been a while he had a good time, he had tried to be serious with work this past weeks and he was already fed up.


    He picked his phone and dialed Wyatt¡¯s number which was answered almost immediately.


    ¡°What¡¯s good man? Are you back from work? What do you think about having a drink?¡± Wyatt said from the other end of the phone, Edde could hear the loud sound of music from the background and he could tell that Wyatt was in a bar or maybe a club.


    ¡°Where are you now, I aming over¡±


    ¡°Come to D cruise bar at the maind, that¡¯s where I¡¯m at, are youing with¡­¡± Before he couldplete his sentence Edde ended the call.


    Wyatt has always been friends with Edde since creche, they literally grew together in the same neighborhood, Edde parents with that of Wyatt¡¯s also went along together and that made Edde and Wyatt closer but Wyatt turned out more responsible than Edde as Wyatt already has a wife with two baby boys.


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    ¡°I didn¡¯t expect the ss to be that boring today! It never happened before¡± Mel said as she rubbed her eyes, Elizabeth ignored all she said as she walked ahead quietly ¡°heye on! You¡¯re walking too fast!¡± Mel said as she ran after her.


    ¡°Look Mel, I am tired I really need to take a nap¡± Elizabeth said as Mel frowned and suddenly her face brightened up.


    ¡°How about we go to a bar and have a drink, that should really help¡± Mel suggested giving Elizabeth that knowing wink as Elizabeth smiled.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go then, which one should we go to?¡±


    ¡°Any one we sight first¡± Mel said as she unlocked her car.


    Yeah Mnie is born with a golden spoon while Elizabeth was born into an average psycho family, her parents are divorced, her father married a new wife while her Mom sleeps around¡­ So Elizabeth never really got that parental care most young girls get.


    ¡°And here we go! D cruise!¡± Mel cheered as she packed at the lot ¡± I am sure you have never been here before¡± Mel teased.


    ¡°Well, yeah I haven¡¯t and I must say that it¡¯s beautiful!¡± Elizabeth said, staring at the building.


    They walked inside the bar as the loud music filled their ears, girls were sighted dancing at the pool naked, oh yeah it was a bar with a strip club too.


    The sight was entertaining as Elizabeth sat on the chairs by the counter and ordered some soft drink, Mel was already at the dance floor pping dor bills on their butts, yeah Mel and Elizabeth are both crazy but Mel was crazier.


    Mel danced back to the counter where Elizabeth was sitting, she took a sip of Elizabeth drink as she stared at Elizabeth weirdly.


    ¡°Soft drink? Really? You¡¯re acting so good as if you have never tasted alcohol before¡± Mel yfully rolled her eyes at her in a cocky smile ¡°Anyways, I will be back, luckily my boyfriend is here so I gotta go spend time with him¡­ Enjoy yourself singledy!?¡± She called out and giggled.


    Elizabeth was left alone as she sipped her drink and watched the entertaining performance going on, her eyes drifted to a table where she saw two men and ady, the man sitting at the left without ady looked familiar.


    Elizabeth stood up staring closely at the man, was that her Edde! She didn¡¯t want to believe it as she pinched herself to be sure that she wasn¡¯t having one of those funny dreams she normally had about him but it turned out that her eyes weren¡¯t deceiving her! It was indeed him.


    She couldn¡¯t hold her happiness as he hurried to the table and sat on the empty chair by his side.


    ¡°Edde! Oh my God! So lucky to finally see you after so many years of waiting!¡± Elizabeth muttered in excitement as she hugged Edde.


    Edde was so amazed at her attitude and decided to hug her back, staring at his surprised friend and his wife. He loved the soft breast that pressed his chest.


    Her phone buzzed because of a notification alert, Edde was surprised to see his face as her wallpaper and that made him convinced that she was one of his crazy obsessed fans.


    ¡°I can see that you¡¯re really a big fan,¡± Edde said in a smile as she nodded.


    ¡°Yes I love you, I have a gallery full of your photos!¡± Edde was surprised that she was just so in to him, she didn¡¯t care who was looking at her she just said her mind.


    ¡°You¡¯re wee to have a drink with us, what¡¯s your name?¡± Edde asked, pouring a drink for her.


    ¡°I am Elizabeth Albie, please can we take a selfie together?¡±


    ¡°Oh yes sure¡­¡± Edde said taking a pose


    ¡°Edde, I will be going upstairs to spend time with my wife, enjoy yourself with your crazy fan¡± Wyatt said as he pulled his wife with him not giving Edde a chance to talk, Edde felt a little awkward sitting with a stranger that turned out to be his fan but still she wasn¡¯t boring.


    Elizabeth and Edde talked and sipped the alcoholic drink.


    ¡°Why is your friend married and you¡¯re not?¡± Elizabeth was already getting tipsy, same with Edde but they kept on drinking.


    ¡°Well, that¡¯s his business, someone like me isn¡¯t ready yet¡±


    ¡°I feel dizzy,¡± Elizabeth said, sipping more drink.


    ¡°let¡¯s go home, I think I can still drive¡±


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 Chapter 2

    I woke up the next morning with a terrible headache as I squealed in pain. Where am I? This isn¡¯t my room and this ce is more fancy and luxurious.


    I raised the duvet covering me to see that I was buck naked and my vagina feeling sore! What happenedst night?¡­ The blood stain on the bed got me rmed as I quickly hurried down from the bed with the duvet still wrapped around me.


    How did I get herest night!¡­ Edde Loxley!?


    ¡°Let¡¯s go home, I think I can still drive,¡± Edde said as he helped me up and led me to his car. I remember confessing my love to him and telling him how I¡¯m still a virgin because I was waiting for him¡­ So embarrassing.


    We got to a really luxurious building, it wasn¡¯t his house it was a hotel, he held me softly as we walked inside, no one stopped him to ask him where he was going to, maybe he owned the hotel or he already has a room there.


    We entered the room as we suddenly started kissing and caressing, he pulled  my gown off revealing my matching ck lingerie.


    He kissed me to the bed as he pulled off his suit and trouser now wearing just boxer shorts, he is such a hot blonde with his yboy aura surrounding him.


    I was supposed to push him off when he started pulling off my panties and unhooking my bra but I was so drunk and weak but at the same time I enjoyed every bit of his touch not until he entered me!¡­ That was the most painful feeling ever.


    ¡°Ohh no! How could I act so cheaply in front of Edde!¡± I cried after remembering the horrible night.


    Why did I drink so much that I couldn¡¯t control myself or make my own decisions! I feel so cheap right now.


    I let tears roll freely down my cheeks as I stared at the blood stain on the bed sheets, how could I let a stranger disvirgin me when he doesn¡¯t love me!? Yeah I was obsessed with Edde Loxley but not to the extent of just submitting my virginity to him just like that.


    Was he also drunk or he just took advantage of me intentionally!? How will I tell Mel that I lost my virginity to Edde just after a day of seeing him? She will see me as cheap¡­ I don¡¯t wish to be tagged as a slut.


    And where the hell is Edde? How will he leave me here after fvcking and de-flowering me?


    I picked my clothes which were lying on the floor as I made to the bathroom. I noticed that my walking step changed and each step I took caused a slight pain in between my legs. I tried walking straight but it rather caused more pain.Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    After showering and dressing up I kept the bed spread inside the washing machine. It would be so shameful for anyone to see my blood and assume that I was disvirgined¡­ Which I was and the man that disvirgined me is nowhere to be found.


    I took my phone from the side table where ity as my eyes caught a white paper with a card on the couch, I quickly took it to read what it said.


    It¡¯s Edde


    This is my business card, ring me if you need anything and just take it that nothing happened between us.


    Wait! Like seriously he didn¡¯t say that after fvcking me!? How will he say that I should think of it as nothing happened between us!?


    What does he really think I am? A desperate fan girl!?¡­ No way, Elizabeth, what have you done to yourself!


    ¡°I fvcking do not need his card!¡± I yelled as I threw it to a corner about going out as I turned back to it and picked it up ¡°I might still need it¡± I sighed.


    I rushed out of his hotel room towards the exits as people stared at me weirdly. I wasn¡¯t totallyfortable with the stares but I didn¡¯t just want to spend more time there I needed to get home as soon as possible.


    I hailed a cab back home frustrated by my crazy encounter with Edde Loxley, now I believe that he really is a yboy as people tag him! How dare he ask me to forget whatever happened between us when he took my pride away!


    I hurried into the house and as usual it was empty. My mom is never at home and if she luckilyes back home shees with a man, I sincerely hate her presence.


    Dad left mom twelve years ago because of her slutty lifestyle, she never respected Dad and she does all sorts of irresponsible things parents Shouldn¡¯t do.


    My Mom smokes, drinks and clubs! Yeah I ain¡¯t proud of her but still I can¡¯t deny her being my mom.


    I trailed upstairs to my room and fell on my bed frustratedly. I couldn¡¯t just stop the endless tears from streaming down, I felt like my mom. I felt cheap and used and the person that disvirgined me doesn¡¯t see it as a big deal but I do! Yeah indeed I am a crazy fan of Edde Loxley and I kept my virginity for him stupidly waiting for the day he notices me but I never wished to give it to him or any man that doesn¡¯t love me!


    How will I tell the story of how I lost my virginity to a rich celebrity that I am obsessed with? How will I tell Mnie about it? She might me me and also see me as cheap. I don¡¯t even have ns of talking to my mom about this  because she definitely will be happy, especially as he is rich.


    My mom has always criticized me for being a virgin and not having a boyfriend. That¡¯s to tell you how much of a bitch my mom is! I hate calling her name¡¯s but she gives me no other choice than to do so.


    All I wanted at this point of my life was to cry on my mom¡¯s shoulders and get those sweetforting motherly advice but I sure can¡¯t get any of that.


    I stood from my bed right after wiping my tears as I took my dress off and pulled my red bra. My mind kept drifting back to Edde¡¯s words to me. I now hate him. All the secret love I had for him turned to hatred in a finger snap.


    My phone buzzed showing Mel¡¯s name as the caller¡¯s ID, I quickly picked the call as if I was expecting it.


    ¡°Etta how are you, I am really sorry for leaving you behind after meeting up with my boyfriend, we just needed to have a good time together¡­ Where did you sleep?¡± She asked softly as I sighed, not knowing the best reply to her question.


    ¡°Uh¡­uhm¡­ I slept somewhere safe, I am back home now don¡¯t worry about me¡± I replied as I headed towards the bathroom.


    ¡°Hmmm¡­ Hope you¡¯re not angry at me?¡±


    ¡°No no I am not,  I don¡¯t need to ask how you are because you¡¯re definitely still with your man in bed¡± I said, rolling my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°And I know you said that rolling your eyes¡± she said as we bothughed, she knows me just too well that I don¡¯t have to hide anything from her ¡°Anyways, remember we have a practical ss with Mr Adams today by 2pm, it is really important for our CGPA so we have to be there¡± she said as I nodded as if she was standing with me.


    ¡°Alright Mel I will have to hang up now and brush my teeth, Don¡¯t forget to pick me up¡± I said and hung up.


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    ¡°Seriously Edde, you slept with a fandom stranger you met at the bar yesterday!?¡± Wyatt muttered in shock knowing the kind of man he has as a bestie.


    Edde paused at the table tennis he was ying as he stared into Wyatt¡¯s shocked face.


    ¡°Not like I raped her Wyatt, we were both drunk and we felt the moment so we had to do it!¡­ Cool part of it is that she was a virgin and I broke it, my first time fvcking a virgin¡± Edde said in a wide smile as he stuck out his tongue.


    ¡°Just listen to yourself Edde! How will a virgin willingly give you her virginity when she doesn¡¯t know you quite well, she was wasted and I am sure you were still in your right senses to know what you did¡± Wyatt was obviously angry with his attitude, he really wished his bestie could settle down and act responsible.


    ¡°Anyways it has happened already and it can¡¯t be undone¡± Edde said and continued with his tennis.


    ¡°So what do you n to do with her?¡±


    ¡°huh!? Nothing! I just dropped my number for her to call me if she needed another round¡± Edde said in a wink


    ¡°No you didn¡¯t do that Edde!¡± Wyatt said, almost yelling.


    ¡°Just kidding, I dropped my number for her to call me if she needed anything, I am never having anything to do with her again¡­ I am still hoping for her call though¡±


    ¡°You¡¯re an unbelievable dick head!¡±


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 Chapter 3

    Mnie picked me up as we drove to school, as usual the drive was noisy as she had a lot of gossip in stock, gists of her night with her boyfriend that she never allows me to meet.


    I wasn¡¯t just ready for the gist as I would normally be, all my mind could think of is myst nights encounter with Edde, I didn¡¯t know if calling him would be wise but I really needed to talk to him, the only person that can advise me on what to do is Mel but I haven¡¯t even told her yet.


    ¡°Etta are you okay?¡± Mel asked, tapping myps as I jerked back to my senses.


    ¡°Huh?¡­ Yeah I am fine¡± I replied as I sighed looking out through the window.


    ¡°I have been talking to you and you didn¡¯t even say a word to me, you¡¯re obviously worried¡­ Tell me what the problem is¡± she said lowering her gaze to me.


    ¡°it¡¯s noth¡­¡±


    ¡°Remember our swear Etta, no secrets bes. Just tell me what the problem is¡± she literally got me with that.


    ¡°Okay, when we get to school I will tell you¡± I said coldly as she nodded facing the driveway.


    The practical ss with Mr Adams was boring to me because I didn¡¯t understand anything he said. My head had a lot going on in it, I just wanted to sit and think of my life.


    ¡°In the next ss you all will mix the chemicals yourself, I hope you all jotted all I did down!?¡±


    ¡°Yes sir!¡± Their shout got me back to my senses just for me to see Mr Adams leaving, the ss ended with me not hearing a thing he said!


    This is so bad especially as it is a practical ss, I felt Mel¡¯s steady gaze piercing through my skin as I turned making our eyes meet.


    ¡°I can bet you didn¡¯t hear a thing Mr Adams said¡± Mel said, staring at me with her jaw resting on her palm, I looked away not wanting to see those tempting aqua blue eyes that can make me spill my sin out. ¡°Come on, let¡¯s go to the convenience store so that you can tell me what the problem is, I haven¡¯t seen you like this before¡± she said worriedly packing her books to her bag as we hurried out, we were the only students in theb.


    ¡°So tell me Etta, what¡¯s going on?¡± Mel asked as we sat at our regr spot at the convenience store.


    I didn¡¯t just know how to present the whole issue, what would be her reaction!?


    ¡°I¡¯m¡­ I¡¯m no longer a virgin¡± I spluttered as she brushed intoughter, well I expected that from her, who will ever believe that I¡¯m suddenly not a virgin.


    ¡°You¡¯re not serious Etta¡± she said, choking from herughter.


    ¡°This isn¡¯t a joke Mel, I am being serious right now!¡± I Muttered hitting the table slightly, this is a situation bothering me so much and I needed attention to get through it.


    ¡°Now you¡¯re serious indeed, how did it happen? Why are you sad about it? Was it taken by the wrong person?¡± Mel threw questions at me as I sighed, sitting up ready to spill it out.


    ¡°It was taken by Edde, I met him at the barst night¡± I said calmly as I brought out his business card.


    ¡°Wait Etta! It was really Edde! This is hispany name!¡­ Why ain¡¯t you happy then, I know that you always wished he was the one to break it?¡± Mel muttered, I sighed as I tucked my hair behind my ears.


    ¡°Me being obsessed with him doesn¡¯t mean I should unt cheaply around him, I was drunk and so was he so it was a mistake, I always wanted to have my first sex with a man that genuinely loves me¡­ I will show you the letter he dropped for me¡± I said, dipping my hand into my handbag as I Scrambled out the paper and slid it to her.


    ¡°No he didn¡¯t say this to you! Such a dumbass¡± Mel cursed angrily as she folded the paper  ¡°Does he think being a billionaire celebrity gives him the right to fuck around!? How could he disvirgin ady without her consent and still act like nothing happened¡­ Infact Etta we are reporting him to the corps for rape!¡± Mel muttered standing up angrily.


    ¡°No, no Mel he is a celebrity and we might get into a big problem¡± I said trying to calm her down as I sighed in frustration ¡°Do you think I should call him?¡±


    ¡°No way! You don¡¯t need him just yet, you can keep his number though¡± she replied as I bit my lips in thought.


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    Edde sat at the corner of his gym house as he gulped a bottle full of water after a tiring workout.


    He took out his phone from his pocket expecting to get a call or text from his crazy fan girl but he still got none from her, he was surprised that she hadn¡¯t still called him to maybe demand for some dor bills as girls normally would do.


    She seemed different from girls out there that would have called him and used him as an opportunity to get stuff they wanted, he felt like she didn¡¯t care about him or his hot looks, he really wanted her to call him and it hurt him that he didn¡¯t get her number either.


    If she was an obsessed fan as she imed then she should have hurriedly called him by now!


    Edde rested his head on the dumbbell rack as his mind drifted back tost night, yes he was drunk for sure but he wasn¡¯t wasted as she was, he had control of himself but he couldn¡¯t hold back his urges!


    All he wanted under him was the very sexy slim thick girl on his bed, she had a great hourss figure that could make any man erected!


    She was totally out of control of herself as she flung her legs around making her ck panties shone to his eyes, sheughed at every bit of her ridiculous jokes making her thin heart beige pink coloured lips more attractive.


    He couldn¡¯t just hold himself back! By the way she said it herself that she kept her virginity for him so maybe it¡¯d be a dreame true for her.


    He wore off his clothes at a fast pace standing buck naked in front of the beautiful woman on his bed.


    ¡°Why I¡¯m I feeling a strong weight on my body?¡± she said as she giggled. He ignored her as he slowly but hastily unzipped her gown, throwing it to the floor.


    He leaned over to her pressing his wet full lips to hers as he sucked on her lower lips as if his life depended on it, she wasn¡¯t responding to his kiss she justy frozen staring at him with her beautiful silver eyes.


    He used his erection to y around her vagina as she bite her lips letting out the sweetest moan Edde had ever heard in his life of fvckingdies, her moans moved him more as he slide his erection inside of her making her scream out loud as tears streamed down her cheeks, her crying voice showed how much pains she was in!


    Only if she knew what was going on with her¡­


    This was Edde¡¯s first virgin sex and his best sex so far, yes she wasn¡¯t responding to his moves but all together he enjoyed the tightness of her vagina, she wasn¡¯t the regr sluttydies he normally fvcks, she was innocent.


    He trusted even more faster as she yelped for help, her uncontrobly gushing blood filled the bed spread, the disgusting sight of it made him pull out as he walked over to the mini couch and slept off.


    Remembering that scene upsets him, he regretted having sex with her he didn¡¯t intend doing that, he was only lusting and on his tipsy state of mind.This text is ? N?velDrama/.Org.


    ¡°I think I can still remember her name, she called it Elizabeth Alli¡­ No no Albie, I think that¡¯s it¡± he said as he dialed his P. A¡¯s line.


    ¡°Hello sir¡±


    ¡°Yes Nelly, could you please search the name I sent to you immediately? Run a background check on her and give me feedback¡± he ordered and ended the call as he took his bag and made out of the gym house.


    He trailed tiredly up the stairs as his phone rang, it was his P. A


    ¡°Sir, I got little information about thedy¡­ Age: 22


    Marital status: single


    upation: student


    Crime history: none


    State of origin: U. S


    She schools at Brighton college


    I didn¡¯t get much information about her because she isn¡¯t famous¡± She said as he ended the call.


    He flung his door open as he threw his phone to the bed tiredly and went to the bathroom to have a cold bath.


    After a cold soothing bath Edde came back to his room as he fell to his bed feeling dizzy when his phone buzzed.


    He traced his hand through the bed and got hold of it as he clicked on the notification message.


    You have a week to apologize to the girl you rapedst night else the video will be leaked out!


    The message read sending cold chills down his throat, he was being ckmailed!¡­ Howe about the video the person was taking about and why will he/she call it rape!?


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 Chapter 4

    After a long day in school I decided to drop off at the pizza pce I applied for a job in, the owner of the pizza pce was a very disagreeable human being as she yells all the time.


    I wasn¡¯t exactly sure if I¡¯m getting the job or not but I just needed to check in and see if she finally agreed. She was the only mini shop owner in my area that pays very well and she pays daily. That was the main reason I needed to work for her.


    Depending just on my mom is a no for me because she doesn¡¯t care if there is food in the house or not.


    I said a little prayer in my heart as I walked into the shop, the customers were much as usual which shows how good her pizza tasted.


    ¡°I am here to see Mrs Barbara, I came herest week seeking a job¡± I said calmly to the ck guy behind the counter.


    ¡°Have a seat, I will go get her for you¡± he said in a slight smile and went towards an entrance that obviously was the kitchen.


    I just hoped thedy won¡¯t embarrass me, she is just too grumpy.


    Few minutester thedy walked out in a stern expression sending shivers down my spine. She gestured for me toe over to the counter which I hastily did.


    ¡°So you¡¯re Miss Elizabeth Albie?¡± She asked as I nodded ¡°words please¡±


    ¡°Yes I am ma¡±


    ¡°You are a student as seen on your application letter and you wish to work part-time?¡­¡±


    ¡°Yes ma¡±


    ¡°hmm¡­ Okay, seeing how keen you¡¯re in getting this job I will offer you a job¡± she said in a frowned facial expression, I was just so happy that I finally got a job I couldn¡¯t wait to get it started.


    ¡°Thank you so much ma I¡­¡±


    ¡°Don¡¯t thank me just yet, you don¡¯t know if the section you will work in is a poor one¡± she said wrinkling her forehead, I was ready to work as a cleaner if that will get me money daily! ¡°Well your job here is to take Orders and serve the customers, I don¡¯t need to remind you that you have to be tolerant right¡± she said as I nodded.


    ¡°Yes ma¡± I quickly replied remembering that she doesn¡¯t like gestures.


    ¡°So you will go over there and put down your name and the days you¡¯d being to work, just make sure youe three times per week¡± she said and walked back in.


    I did as instructed and happily danced back home. She wasn¡¯t as bad as I expected, at least she didn¡¯t yell at me.


    I got home happily to find the door opened and a strange car parked outside. My mom was definitely back and she wasn¡¯t alone as usual.


    I flung the door open as my eyes caught my mom riding an old man naked on the couch! This is the worst view ever! And so embarrassing, what if I wasn¡¯t the one that walked in? Someone else would have seen my mom fvcking a random man for some little dor bill!


    ¡°Mom!?¡± I Muttered in shock as she swung down from the man¡¯s body wrapping her clothes around her body as the man wore his hurriedly and ran out.


    ¡°You came backte today Elizabeth, what Happened?¡± She asked, trying to act like nothing happened which got me even more pissed.


    ¡°Are you seriously asking me that? Mom, why do you keep on embarrassing me! Just imagine if maybe Mel walks in here to meet my mom having an intercourse with a married man!¡­ I am so ashamed of having you as a mother!¡± I yelled as I ran upstairs to my room with endless tears rolling down my cheeks¡­ I would better leave this house for her to turn it to a prostitute home, by the way I¡¯m old enough to live alone.


    Thank God it¡¯s Friday and a lecture free day at that, I woke up early in order not to get scolded by Mrs Barbara and I also have to give a good impression as it was my first day at work.


    I changed into a simple gown making sure that I didn¡¯t show my curves as I hung my bag and rushed out to work. I felt happy butterflies in my belly as I couldn¡¯t just wait to experience how work would be.


    ¡°You are 1 minte Elizabeth, I don¡¯t tolerateteness¡± Mrs Barbara said as she handed me a book which obviously was the order book.


    Like seriously she wasining about meing just a minutete!? How early does she expect me to wake up? and everyone in Baltimore knows how bad the traffic can be in the morning.


    I signed as I kept my bag on a secluded rack going through the menu and the order book, Barbara¡¯s shop wasn¡¯t only a pizza pce she also sells milkshakes and coffees and one funny thing about Barbara is that she doesn¡¯t allow her customerse in without buying anything, she doesn¡¯t obey business rules.


    Some minutes after the shop was cleaned neatly I was asked to change the time tag to ¡°Opened¡± and just immediately people started trooping in as if they have been waiting for the shop to be Opened.


    My day at work was a hectic one as I kept on walking to and fro sending and receiving orders all together. It was an amazing experience as I felt independent once in my life.


    I signed out and got my pay for the day as I rushed home, I wasn¡¯t feeling good at all and my eyes kept on spinning as if I was going to fall at any time, definitely because of the endless stress.


    *


    *


    The text Edde received kept on troubling him, he knew that if indeed his ckmailer has a clip of him having sex with a random stranger and uploads it on the it definitely will go viral and that will ruin his hard earned reputation and image to the public.


    He had sent the number to his P. A to track down but it turned out unavable, he also called and the number kept saying invalid!


    Even if he should consider apologizing to Elizabeth he doesn¡¯t have her number to call her! He has never been ck mailed in his life before and just a one time sex with an infamous virgin was at the verge of ruining his career.


    ¡°Fvck gosh!, I¡¯m not in the mood for all this now!¡± He yelled angrily as he deleted a text from his manager about apany¡¯s request to coborate with them, he literally has deleted more than five offers and he wasn¡¯t scared because hispany was way bigger than theirs and they only wanted a coboration to make more money for themselves.


    He fell back on his mini couch as he kept reading the text, it was so scary and threatening, his mind drifted back to Nelly¡¯s background check on her, she schools at Brighton college and it wasn¡¯t far from his house.


    He checked the time and it was already past school hours so he just rxed back, the only way he can get to connect with his crazy fan girl is to go to her college himself and stalk her.


    Yeah it might take a long time to see her because the school isrge with lots of students but still he just has to go get the woman that was about causing him the most trouble.


    It was a new day, Edde stretched and yawned as he stood from his bed, he had slept veryte because of the thoughts of his ckmailer.


    He has to go to Brighton college and find her to end this whole issue before his dad finds out.


    Edde took his bath, had a quick breakfast as he rushed out. Yeah it was Saturday and he was going to the college because he heard that a set of students had a practical presentation. He just wanted to try his luck¡­ Maybe it would indeed be Elizabeth¡¯s ss.


    He hit the road with anticipation of meeting Elizabeth, he drove into the student free school environment as he packed his car at the lot amongst other car¡¯s, he covered his eyes with his bulgy spectacles in order for people not to notice him.Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    ¡°Hello¡­¡± A sassy girl waved walking towards him in a seductive smile ¡°guess you¡¯re lost and need directions¡± she said softly staring into his eyes.


    ¡°Yes, please where is theb students are having a practical presentation?¡± He asked curiously as she waved her hair back.


    ¡°That should be Mr Adams ss because that¡¯s the only practical ss right now,e on I will take you to the ce¡± she said as she tried holding his hand which he pulled off immediately.


    ¡°And here we are cutie, can I get your contact?¡± She asked in a wink as Edde sighed, dipping his hand into his wallet and bringing out a random amount of dors bills.


    ¡°Thanks for your help¡± he said as he handed her the money and moved forward, his mind was too upied and couldn¡¯t focus on anything unnecessary.


    He walked into the Ongoing ss, lucky enough the lecturer was busy narrating stuff and didn¡¯t take notice of his entrance.


    His eyes drifted to the corner where Elizabeth sat with a guy next to her, he can¡¯t forget her pretty looks he still recognizes her.


    ¡°Hey please leave the sit, you¡¯re holding hands with my girlfriend¡± he said as they both turned to each other in shock and back at him.


    ¡°Excuse me!?¡­¡±


    @pop Precious

 Chapter 5

    Those brown messy fringe hair looked familiar, who is he and how dare he im me in such a manner.


    ¡°I said leave before I punch your jaw!¡± He yelled in a whisper as the guy fearfully left the seat which he upied immediately. Mel was supposed to sit here with me but I came to the ss before her as I wasn¡¯t able to wait for her because I already missed a lot in thest ss.


    ¡°Elizabeth, let¡¯s go outside. I need to speak to you immediately¡± he equally knows my name!


    ¡°Who are you?¡± I asked curiously but a bit angry as he pulled my hand about taking me out of the ss as I yanked my hand off ¡°are you mad!? How dare you touch me?¡± I bit my lips angrily as he sighed.


    ¡°Edde Loxley is waiting for you outside, he needs to see you immediately¡± Edde wants to see me? Why¡­ Well I still can¡¯t go.


    ¡°Tell him that I can¡¯t see him, I am in an important ss right now¡± I said facing front.


    ¡°He has something to tell you, pleasee with else I will create a scene here¡± No way! I don¡¯t want that, he isn¡¯t a student so he can actually do it and go free.


    ¡°Lead the way please¡± I said as we headed out of the ss quietly.


    I trailed behind him to the parking lot, his features are very familiar but I couldn¡¯t just point out.


    ¡°Get in¡± he said calmly opening the door, I couldn¡¯t find Edde inside which got me confused. I turned to see him standing behind me! It¡¯s been Edde all this while, no wonder I found him familiar.


    He was just so close to me which made me feel very ufortable, I have never been so close to a guy before.


    ¡°Will you go in or you will keep on staring at me?¡± He asked sternly as I rolled my eyes and got into the car curiously looking forward to what he had to say.


    ¡°What do you want from me Edde? Do you wish to have another round tonight with me?¡± He scoffed expressionlessly staring into my eyes.This text is ? N?velDrama/.Org.


    ¡°Look youngdy, I don¡¯t wish to ever have anything to do with you ever again I just came to sort things out with you, I am being ckmailed by an anonymous folk and he or she imed that I raped you and they have a tape of it¡± He ran his fingers roughly through his hair obviously frustrated, wait¡­ A sex tape? Howe about that! The room was secured so how possible is that?


    ¡°I have been asked to apologize to you in other for them not to leak the tape out, I don¡¯t know if you know who my ck mailer is and I don¡¯t care about that, yeah it¡¯s pretty hard for me to apologize to amoner like you but I just have to, for the sake of mypany and reputation¡± he obviously was frustrated I could see it genuinely in his eyes.


    ¡°Like seriously you really think an apology will solve a rape case!? Like seriously what do you take me for, you have made me go through a mental breakdown these few days and you juste here asking me to simply forgive you!¡­¡± I was really getting annoyed by the whole situation.


    ¡°What the heck are you saying!?¡± He yelled angrily making me flinch in slight shock at his sudden loudness ¡°I¡¯m sorry if I made you scared, but you know how things went that night! We where both drunk and you know it happened by mistake so why are you calling it rape, I have lots ofdies that can satisfy my sexual urge so why will I fvck you on a normal day!?¡± He was right anyways, what will a guy like Edde want to do with an oundish college girl like me.


    ¡°So are you saying that I gave you my virginity in exchange for an apology!?¡± I could feel tears blurring my view as it rolled freely down my cheeks.


    ¡°Why are you making this moreplicated Elizabeth? What do you want? A house, car or money I will provide it for you¡± he said making my eyes shone in shock, I was disgusted how dare he!?


    ¡°I will just leave¡± I said, opening the car as I headed out to see Mel walking towards me worriedly.


    ¡°You got me worried Etta! Who is that in the car and why are you crying?¡± She asked, staring at the retreating car of Edde as I sighed.


    ¡°It¡¯s Edde, he came to apologize¡± I said wiping my tears off as she smiled lightly at me


    ¡°Oh WOW, never knew it¡¯d be that easy to get him on his knees¡± Her words were rming to my ears as I gave her a hard re.


    ¡°So it was you! The ckmailer¡­ But Mel I told you to let it pass¡± I Muttered faking a frown at her.


    ¡°At least he apologized¡± she shrugged as I rolled my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°An apology won¡¯t seal my hymen Mel!¡± I muttered as we headed back to the parking lot.


    *


    *


    ¡°Seriously I¡¯m shocked too Wyatt, I never knew that girls that reject luxuries existed! She literally turned all the good offers down when other girls would grab it with two hands!¡± Edde muttered as he wrapped his weed.


    ¡°I must say, she is a well behaved youngdy and she is still very angry at you¡± Wyatt said sipping his drink as he stared into the blue pool water.


    ¡°Well, I have tried the best I can. I equally apologized to her which she didn¡¯t ept, I can¡¯t go back apologizing to her again¡±  Edde said as he lit fire on his weed.


    A WEEK LATER


    Throughout the night I couldn¡¯t sleep. I felt like throwing up all the time but ended up not throwing up. I also couldn¡¯t eat because the aroma made me wanna puke.


    The feeling was new to me and so inconvenient, I stood from my bed feeling still dizzy as I didn¡¯t sleep throughout the night but work calls I needed to be early at work.


    ¡°Elizabeth, I seriously don¡¯t like your energy today! Lots of customers are waiting to be served¡± Mrs Barbara yelled as I took the pack of pizzas to customers. I wasn¡¯t strong as usual. I felt dizzy. I just wanted to sit at a ce.


    ¡°Elizabeth, are you okay? You don¡¯t seem strong at all,¡± one of my co-workers asked as I sighed, not wanting to open my mouth because of the spittles in it. I gestured to her to leave and I rested my head on a table.


    I wasn¡¯t sure of being able to go home on my own so I dialed Mel¡¯s line.


    ¡°What¡¯s wrong with you Etta, you look so pale today are you sick?¡± Mnie asked as I passed my head through the window and threw the spittles in my mouth.


    ¡°I am not sick, I just don¡¯t feel strong¡± I replied as she gave me that worried stare of hers.


    ¡°Why don¡¯t we go to the hospital for a check up?¡± She suggested as I shaked my head.


    ¡°No, Mnie I hate hospitals, just take me home so that I can have a good rest¡± I said as she increased the speed level of her drive which just made my urge to puke increase, I couldn¡¯t just hold it even if I held my nose close.


    ¡°Mnie please park at a corner please!¡± I yelled, unable to control myself.


    ¡°Why? We are very close..¡±


    ¡°Just fucking do it!¡± I yelled as she pulled the break.


    I hurried down the car as I ran to the bushy corner and threw up everything in my throat while Mel helped pull my hair up in order for me not to puke on it.


    ¡°You¡¯re really acting weird Etta, I don¡¯t want to believe my suspicions¡± she said, leading me into the car.


    I also didn¡¯t want to believe that it¡¯s what I¡¯m thinking, it¡¯s just too early and if it really is what I¡¯m thinking then I¡¯m doomed because Edde will never ept it.


    ¡°This is a pregnancy test kit, I bought it for myself some weeks ago but forgot to use it, seems you need it more¡± She handed it to me as I slowly came down from the car and trailed into the house.


    I got into the sitting room to meet my mom eating and seeing a movie. She was alone today and it was kinda shocking to me.


    ¡°Elizabeth, you¡¯re back, you look really pale today what¡¯s going on?¡± She asked worriedly as she walked over to me.


    ¡°I¡¯m fine Mom I just need a good rest¡± I said trailing up the stairs.


    ¡°I made your favorite, I can bring it to your room if you want!¡± She called out as I sighed, she¡¯s suddenly acting like a good Mom.


    My heart raced as I unpacked the test kit. There was a possibility that I¡¯m pregnant because I don¡¯t know if he used protection, I mean¡­who would think of protection in such state of mind!


    I felt tears down my cheeks as I went ahead peeing on the test kit,  leaving it for some minutes with my heart beating hard and then bringing it out.


    I could feel endless tears rolling down my cheeks as the test kit read two red coloured lines.


    I am really pregnant! And for the famous yboy Edde Loxley, I would be damned.


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 Chapter 6

    I heard my door crack open and knowing it was my mom I quickly hid the pregnancy test kit as I walked out to my room to see her with a pack of pizza, the aroma was calling. I couldn¡¯t just wait to grab a bite of it.


    ¡°Here is a pack of pizza for you¡± she said and kept it on my table


    ¡°Mom, this attitude of yours these few days doesn¡¯t make me believe you have changed, your recent kindness is bing weird hence it isn¡¯t genuine¡± I said in a sigh as Iy on my bed facing the ceiling.


    ¡°Elizabeth, I don¡¯t know what is giving you the guts to talk to me in such a disrespectful manner, just don¡¯t forget that I am your mother no matter what!¡± She yelled as she mmed the door behind her.


    She is thest person I will ever share my problems with. I am in a very horrible situation right now and I can¡¯t talk to my mom about it, isn¡¯t that insane.


    I turned to the pizza on the table as I let out a deep sigh, gotta have a bite of that pizza I can¡¯t be angry at food too.


    My night was full of thoughts it was hard to believe that my one time sex can put me in a family way so fast when Mel has been having sex for two years now without protection with her boyfriend and she still hasn¡¯t gotten pregnant.


    Pregnancy for Edde isn¡¯t a good one because there is no way a yboy will ept a baby just yet, I don¡¯t just know how to present this but first I have to tell my mom about it.


    She¡¯s my mom and I can¡¯t hide such news from her.


    My phone buzzed as I picked it to see a message from Mel.


    Hope you¡¯re fine Etta, have you used the test kit?


    I kept my phone back on the table not wanting to reply to her without telling my mom first.


    ¡°Elizabeth, wake up, it¡¯s past ten already!¡± I heard my mom¡¯s voice from my sleep as I hurriedly woke up hearing the time she called ¡°What¡¯s wrong with you! You never sleep this long!¡± My mom muttered as I ignored her hurrying to the bathroom.


    I am so doomed! Mrs Barbara won¡¯t stop ranting about myteness gosh! I brushed my teeth so fast that I was sure of getting injured. I took a quick bath and changed into afortable Polo and jean trousers as I took my phone and hurried out.


    ¡°You forgot your breakfast Elizabeth!¡± My mom called out but knowing the wrath of goingte to work couldn¡¯t allow me to think of going back for breakfast.


    I got in front of Barbara¡¯s Pizza pce as the billboard at the corner of the shop read, I said my little prayer as I always did before going in but this day¡¯s own was a special prayer.


    I hurried inside just to see Mel serving the customers wearing my work attire, I was confused as I gave her that re of ¡°what are you doing here?¡± She ignored me as she focused on the customers.


    ¡°Oh Elizabeth, what are you doing here today? I Thought you already pleaded with your friend to work on your behalf today, well how is your health? she told me how down you were¡± Mrs Barbara asked with a missed expression as I cleared my throat knowing the game Mel was ying, she literally saved my ass!


    ¡°I think I¡¯m getting better ma¡¯am, thanks for your concern¡± I said calmly as she nodded and headed back behind the counter while Mel approached me.


    ¡°What Happened to your phone Etta, I called you throughout the morning but you didn¡¯t pick your call!? I was so worried about you and I felt like you won¡¯t have the strength toe to work today¡± she said in a slightly worried smile ¡°So I decided to help save your ass!¡± She said pointing at the work outfit.


    ¡°They really look good on you Mel¡± I said covering my mouth as I giggled at her hard re ¡°Thanks so much Mel¡± I pulled her into a soothing hug, she¡¯s everything to me.


    ¡°Always at your beck and call bes, but wait¡­ Why are you looking so horrible today! Dark pink eye bags, fvcked up raggedy hair and no lip gloss to at least help!¡± She Muttered ring at me in a fake frown.


    ¡°I was in a hurry, I was just scared of Mrs Barbara¡¯s harsh words¡± I said using my fingers to straighten my hair.


    ¡°You already know that you¡¯rete, so you would have taken your time to get dressed, no customer will want your service looking like this¡­¡± She paused, rolling her eyes heavenward  ¡°whatever, gotta attend to some customers¡± she said as she walked over to a customer at the extreme.


    I feel so lucky having Mel around, I took out my phone to text her.


    I¡¯m going back home, you can call me if you need apany after work XO


    I quickly hailed a cab back home, guess today is my lucky day! I wasn¡¯t done sleeping by the way, I still feel dizzy.


    ¡°Mom!¡± I called out as I walked into the sitting room just then she stepped out of the kitchen cleaning her hands with a towel ¡°hmm, you haven¡¯t gone out since yesterday hope all is well?¡± I asked as I sat on the couch.


    ¡°Was that the reason for your call?¡±


    ¡°No No mom,e sit I have something to confess¡± I said, biting my gum as she sat beside me. I didn¡¯t Know how to start telling this funny story, my mom could possibly find me crazy.


    ¡°So¡­¡± She said clicking her fingers


    ¡°Uhm, I¡¯m pregnant Mom¡± I said bluntly as she gave me a confused re, yeah I expected that anyways.. suddenly she brushed intoughter.


    ¡°Is this some sorta joke or something? Because thest time I checked you never had any business with a guy¡± She pointed as I sighed rolling my eyes


    ¡°Mom, this is a serious issue and I am so confused?¡± I said as my eyes glittered in tears.


    ¡°Now it sounds serious! Who broke my baby¡¯s hymen! Is he special!?¡± She said pulling me to her aims which was the first time of me being so close to her in five years!Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    ¡°No mom he is not special, it was a mistake, we both were drunk! I haven¡¯t even told him about it¡± I said as more tears streamed down my cheeks.


    ¡°Who is this guy? And how did you meet him?¡± Mum asked, pulling me off her hold as I wiped off my tears.


    ¡°It¡¯s Edde Loxley, I know that it might sound crazy but it was him?¡± I said as her mouth fell open in shock looking at me in amazement as she suddenly cleared her throat and sat upright.


    ¡°Do you mean Edde Loxley the CEO of Brigitte!?¡± She asked, still shocked with a mixed facial expression this time.


    ¡°Yes Mom! I¡¯m so doomed. He is so irresponsible and as we all know, a yboy! He definitely will reject my baby¡±


    ¡°Hello Miss! Mr Reluc Loxley¡¯s son got you pregnant and you dare to waste these precious tears of yours!¡± Mom muttered as she wiped my tears off ¡°You should be jumping up right now my love, you are literally the luckiest girl in town Elizabeth! I have never been so proud of you!¡± Wait, really? Mom is doing this again? Why can¡¯t she just be supportive and act responsible for once, I¡¯m hereining about a regretful mistake and here she is rejoicing!


    ¡°At least I get the chance to be close to Reluc Loxley, he isn¡¯t married anyways¡± she said as she clicked her tongue realizing the trash she was saying ¡°Didn¡¯t mean that!¡± She said standing up headed back to the kitchen, of course she meant it. I know what Mrs Courtney Albie is capable of.


    ¡°Just get ready to deliver the news to him soon Elizabeth!¡± She called out from the kitchen as I sighed, rolling my eyes heavenward.


    The day went on with my mom showering me with gifts like never before all because I got pregnant for a dumb celebrity she won¡¯t understand the trauma I¡¯m going through.


    My phone buzzed as I checked it to see a DUO video call from my bestie, knowing how deep our conversation might go I decided to go take the call in my room instead.


    ¡°Hey! How are you doing babydoll!¡± She said with a cocky smile stered on her face as I sat on my bed.


    ¡°I am pregnant Mel¡± I said in a weak smile as her eyes shone in surprise.


    ¡°So it was really it all these while! How are you? I hope you ain¡¯t thinking too much¡­ Have you told your mom?¡± She asked randomly, obviously worried about me.


    ¡°You won¡¯t believe that my mom was so happy about the pregnancy when she heard it¡¯s Edde¡¯s¡± I said, rolling my eyes heavenward as Mel brushed intoughter.


    ¡°I expected that! Your mom never ceases to amaze me!¡± She cracked almost choking in herughter as I gave her a hard re ¡°I¡¯m sorry, okay what do you n next? Telling Edde or¡­¡±


    ¡°I¡¯m never telling Edde it won¡¯t help¡± I thought in a sigh ¡°maybe I will just terminate the pregnancy¡±


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 Chapter 7

    ¡°Excuse me Miss! You can¡¯t terminate no baby, what¡¯s wrong with you!¡± Mnie yelled as I sighed, resting my head on my pillow.


    Maybe that didn¡¯te out the right way but still I meant what I said, telling Edde is a waste of time.


    ¡°Mnie what do you expect me to do right now because I¡¯m confused, we both know that Edde Loxley will reject my baby, he definitely isn¡¯t ready for a baby so am I!¡± I Muttered as I tucked my baby hairs behind my eyes as it obstructs my view.


    ¡°You should at least tell him first and know if he will really reject the child, he can find out one day that you were pregnant for him and aborted it, you know what that means?¡­ He can sue you to court¡± Mnie was making sense anyways


    ¡°So now Mnie, what do you have me do!? Keeping this baby means leaving school and forgetting my dreams of being a pharmacist you know how much I want to achieve that dream¡± I yelled as tears streamed down my cheeks, I was crying again and I hated it I ain¡¯t the sadist kind of girl but ever since I met Edde Loxley my life changed drastically, Edde is really a curse to me.


    ¡°You don¡¯t have to cry babydoll, just let him know first you can still go to school even when you¡¯re pregnant we aren¡¯t in highschool where you will get mocked so you just have to be strong and never be ashamed or act as so¡± she said taking a deep breath ¡°You will call Edde tomorrow after ss and ask him where you¡¯d meet him, when you get to the meet point pour out your heart to him and don¡¯t act weak if not he will use it against you¡±


    The thought of walking upto Edde and telling him that he got me pregnant after a one night stand sounded weirdly crazy to me, I couldn¡¯t see myself doing that I might miss my words out of nervousness.


    ¡°Alright Mel, gotta rest now¡±


    ¡°And do not think too much please¡± she added as I nodded while hanging up the phone. I am definitely gonna think a whole lot. I have things to tackle in my mind and how to confront Edde is one of them.


    ***


    I stood from my bed and sat facing my mirror to see my horrible reflection. Crying too much these past weeks made my eye bags swollen.


    The woman I was seeing via the mirror wasn¡¯t who I wanted to see, instead of the regr cheerful Elizabeth I knew myself as I saw a mother with a fatherless kid! A single rejected mom that was who I saw in the mirror!


    This was never who I imagined myself as one month ago, one month ago I was that crazy extroverted girl.


    I stretched out to my phone ready to delete all the photos of Edde Loxley that possibly got me into this mess, I scanned through my Gallery deleting his pictures until I came across that one picture that broke my heart.


    I stared angrily at the photo as tears streamed down my cheeks, it was the photo of I and Edde! that cursed night I met him, I definitely don¡¯t want to remember that night ever again so I deleted the picture now leaving my gallery with few pictures of I and Mnie.


    Iy back on my bed facing the ceiling as different thoughts ran through my head until I dozed off.


    The next morning I woke up quite early, maybe because I had the ss in mind and didn¡¯t want to miss it for any reason.


    I stood from my bed as I reached for my phone seeing 5 missed calls from Mel. I knew that she would be here soon to pick me up for school so I quickly ran into the bathroom to freshen up and get ready quickly.


    I hurried down stairs with my mini bag expecting to see breakfast served on the dinning hence my mom seemed a little bit changed this few days but sadly enough I got down stairs to see nothing on the dining with the house pin drop silent letting me know that mom isn¡¯t around, she must have gone out so early.


    I quickly rushed to the fridge to take whatever junk I could find in it, there is no way I am missing breakfast today again.


    Soon I heard Mnie¡¯s car honk as I rushed out of the building.


    ¡°Did you think through what I told you yesterday?¡± Mnie whispered as we were in ss and she obviously couldn¡¯t hold the question and wait till the ss was over.


    ¡°Yes, I will call him after ss¡± I replied as she gave that knowing smirk.


    ¡°That¡¯s the spirit babydoll, don¡¯t act weak in front of him just make him know that he has to ept what he put inside of you¡± she said as I nodded slowly, she made it seem easy with her words but I Know how hard it would be to tell Edde that I am pregnant for him, will he even believe me? Because I¡¯m doubting if I am really pregnant.


    I sighed deeply without realizing it as the whole ss turned to me.


    ¡°Miss Albie, am I not correct? If I¡¯m not, pleasee and exin better for the ss¡± the lecturer said, making me almost choke up. I didn¡¯t even understand a thing they said in the ss, talk more of exining.


    I cleared my throat sitting up¡­


    ¡°You¡¯re a hundred percent correct ma¡¯am¡± I replied as she lowered her gaze at me and then turned back to the board.


    ¡°Oh snap_that was close!¡± I Muttered inaudibly now facing the board.


    The ss was finally over as students chatted out of the ss, it was time for me to call Edde Loxley and Mnie¡¯s gaze at me was a whole lotta something, there is no way she is letting me skip calling Edde.


    ¡°Hey, your phone doesn¡¯t bite, type in the number and call him immediately!¡± She shrugged, clicking bossily at me.


    I hesitated as I clicked his number, the ringing sound got my heart beating endlessly. I immediately felt like hanging up but before I could think it through he fvcking answered!N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°Hello! Edde Loxley speaking, who is on the line?¡± His strong masculine British ent sent chills down my spine, he was doing a lot to me! How can a guy have all perfection in one¡­ Handsome, great skin, wealth, seductive voice_ruthless and cruel.


    ¡°Hey say something¡± Mel whispered as she pinched my cheeks.


    ¡°Uhm.. uhmm¡±


    ¡°No don¡¯t do that, don¡¯t stutter on phone be bold Etta¡± she whispered as I cleared my throat now ready to deal with my anxiety.


    ¡°Yeah, Elizabeth Albie on the phone¡± I said back, sounding as strong as possible.


    ¡°Oh thedy who hates luxuries¡± he said as he gave a shortugh making me roll my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°You mean thedy you raped?¡­ Well didn¡¯t call for that, where can I meet you right now?¡± I snapped


    ¡°Oh finally she changed her mind, nice one then¡­ Come to my office the address is in the card I dropped for you¡± he said as I hung up immediately now facing Mnie to see her reaction to Edde¡¯s response.


    ¡°Hey! Don¡¯t give me that look bitchelle just go at once or maybe I should drop you off¡± Sha snapped at me as I snapped back and we both bursted intoughter.


    ¡°Do you think I can face him?¡± I said facing the window as the steady air blew my virgin curly hair around disrupting my view.


    ¡°You¡¯re are Elizabeth Albie and you can handle just anything, Edde is just a regr man so it should be easy to get him on his knees¡±


    All these sounded so much easying from her mouth thinking of it isn¡¯t an easy one talk more of approaching him, I just hope I don¡¯t pee on my panties.


    ¡°And here we are baby girl, you can do it just go in there and burst his bubbles I will be right here waiting for you¡± Mel said giving me a reassuring smile as I took a deep breath, handbed my hair as I made into the magnificent skyscraper¡­ One thing is sure, I am so proud of Edde for handling apany as massive as Briggite over the years without it crashing even when we know how irresponsible he is, maybe that was one of the reasons I liked him.


    I stepped into the big hall as I could see working ss folks walking to and fro with piles of files, at the left was an esctor and elevator with people going in and out of them.


    I hurried towards a blonde fatdy walking past me.


    ¡°Hello ma¡¯am, please can you direct me to the C. E. O¡¯s office¡± I said, showing her his business card as she nodded.


    ¡°The fourth floor, when you get there you will have to take permission from his P. A¡± she said as I nodded and went ahead.


    The elevator bipped onnding on the fourth floor as I retreated out and lucky enough I sighted a cute little office with a youngdy of maybe my age upying it, she definitely is his P. A.


    ¡°Are you looking for me?¡± I heard that familiar masculine voice as I turned to see Edde Loxley looking smoking hot like always, he wore nothing under his grey suit leaving his outstanding bare chest to choke me up.


    ¡°You added so much more weight than thest time I saw you!¡± Oh Lord! He noticed my weight.


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    For some reason my legs suddenly couldn¡¯t move out of the spot I was standing in, the way he looked at my body was so sinful that I just wished the ground would open and swallow me up at once.


    ¡°When you¡¯re done drooling over me then you cane in¡± He snapped at me making me realize that I was indeed drooling! How disgusting and more embarrassing, I should be thinking of how to boss up and approach him like a grown assdy that I am and here I am fooling myself.


    I watched him walk majestically into the entrance which obviously was his office. I sighed out of embarrassment as I cleaned the drool on my mouth and on my dress as I hurried towards his office.


    Getting to the entrance of the office my mouth fell open in amazement at the sight of such a luxurious office, it looked more like a sitting room than an office, the walls were made of clear sses, the swivel chairs looked expensive¡­ well no doubt it was.


    I couldn¡¯t take my eyes off of the luxury I saw in just one office, I could bet that selling our house won¡¯t give us half of the money used in furnishing Edde Loxley¡¯s office, who knows how outstanding his house would look!


    ¡°You still don¡¯t want toe in?¡± He uttered, making me realize that I wasn¡¯t alone as I turned to see him sitting like a demi god with his legs ced on the table. The way he looked at me was so bossy, like he had authority over me or something.


    I swallowed hard as I rested by the door post with my hands folded across my breasts which were bigger than usual.


    ¡°Edde, I didn¡¯te here to sit and flirt with you, I ca_came to tell you something very important¡± I said, stuttering with my words which made me feel like I was failing.


    ¡°And what could be so important that you can¡¯t even sit and getfortable at least¡± Edde said standing from his chair walking towards me with his hands deeply inside his pocket.


    The closer he came the more I felt my legs vibrating, I don¡¯t know why his presence affects me a lot and it isn¡¯t nice!


    He stood right in front of me staring into my honey brown eyes as if he owned me, I never noticed he got piercings on his both ears and his eyebrows also a very long beautifulshes! but today our closeness made me realize all that.


    Our closeness made me so ufortable that I was suddenly short of words.


    ¡°Edde if you don¡¯t mind, would you please shift a bit? We are too close and we are sharing the same air¡± I said softly as he backed off immediately still staring at me waiting for my reply.


    ¡°Edde, I¡¯m pregnant¡± I said bluntly as he gave me a long re and suddenly smirked.


    ¡°What kinda joke is that Elizabeth?¡± He asked, raising his brows in a frown as I sighed.


    ¡°Look Edde, I have got no fucking time to joke with you, this is a serious matter and I don¡¯t mind if we go for a DNA test but the fact remains that your seed is in me and you must ept it¡± I said bluntly as his lips fell open.


    ***


    Edde was so shocked that he felt like pinching himself back to reality, how could she possibly be pregnant after a one night stand!?¡­


    ¡°Wait¡­¡± Edde said walking back to his chair as his mind raced back to the night he spent with Elizabeth ¡°Oh Fuck!¡± He muttered as he palmed his forehead in frustration remembering that he didn¡¯t use a protection on her.


    How could he have forgotten? He was just too drunk to think of a condom and he couldn¡¯t just wait to live inside his beautiful fan girl!


    He raised his head as his shiny ck eyes met with the angry eyes of Elizabeth and he sighed deeply, cing his legs on the table.


    ¡°So what¡¯s the n now Elizabeth?¡± He asked nkly as he ran his fingers through his brown messy fringe hair.


    ¡°Excuse me Mr, I came here to ask you that¡­ What¡¯s your n for the baby?¡± She asked back.


    ¡°Well, there will be no baby Elizabeth you will have to abort the baby, as you can see I ain¡¯t ready to father a child¡± he shrugged indifferently.


    ¡°You have to be ready to father a child if you still want to use your dick!¡± A feminine voice came from the entrance as they both turned to see fury Mel walking in as if she was gonna bring down the building.


    ¡°Excuse me?¡­¡± Edde eximed, turning to Elizabeth who looked frustrated standing by the door as she sighed deeply.


    ¡°Oh yes, I am Elizabeth¡¯s bestie and I am here to stand for her knowing the kind of man you are, how in God¡¯s name will you ask her to abort an innocent child!?¡± Mnie yelled with fury in her eyes as Elizabeth walked over to her knowing the level of her anger and knowing that she could hurt Edde.


    ¡°Mel, please go I got this, using violence on him will only make him stubborn and adamant about the situation¡­ please¡± Elizabeth whispered as Mel gave Edde onest hard re.


    ¡°If he tries anything funny with you don¡¯t hesitate to call me, I will be waiting outside for you¡± Mnie said and left now leaving Elizabeth to face Edde Loxley Who obviously was embarrassed by Mel¡¯s attitude.


    ¡°Really¡­?¡±


    ¡°What do you mean, Really?¡±


    ¡°You brought your friend to mypany to beat me up or what?¡­ Harass me? Do you know what that alone can cost you? Definitely not money because you have nothing to offer but at least you both could spend a week in jail!¡± Edde yelled angrily as he stood from his chair walking towards Elizabeth as if he was gonna strangle her.


    ¡°What¡¯s going on here?¡±


    Edde turned to see his Dad, thest person he ever expected ¡°Dad! You didn¡¯t inform anyone about your return and you didn¡¯t stay long as you said¡± Edde said in surprise as he gave Elizabeth signs to leave which she failed to notice.


    ¡°Yes I decided toe back unannounced to meet you in your wrong doings and¡­¡± He said turning to Elizabeth ¡°I think I caught you, who is this young beautiful woman you¡¯re arguing with?¡± Reluc Loxley said, raising his brows at the ufortable looking Elizabeth.


    ¡°Wee back sir and nice meeting you¡± Elizabeth said as she let out a slight bow which made Reluc smile.


    ¡°Hmm¡­ Such a beautiful woman with great manners, Youngdy, what is your name?¡± He said, making some steps towards her.


    ¡°I¡¯m¡­ I¡¯m¡­my name is Elizabeth Albie sir¡± Elizabeth stuttered with her head bowed slightly.


    ¡°Nice name, do you have any problem with Edde? I know that he is a 100% jerk so feel free toin to me¡±Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    ¡°No no Dad, There is no problems¡± Edde said making a fake smiley face as he red hard at Elizabeth who rolled her eyes at him


    ¡°There is a problem sir!¡±


    ¡°I knew it! Tell me about it dear¡­or, better stille over for dinner¡± Reluc Loxley said as Edde¡¯s eyes widened in surprise.


    ¡°No dad, no need for all that¡­¡±


    ¡°I will honor your invitation sir, thank you so much¡± Elizabeth said as she immediately used the exit not without giving Edde a long face.


    *


    ¡°Like seriously you will be dining with Reluc Loxley? Omg! I must say, your pregnancy is taking you ces Etta¡± Mel muttered as her eyes focused on the driveway.


    I sighed deeply knowing that I didn¡¯t really want to go for the dinner. I am just doing all this for the sake of the baby, Edde obviously doesn¡¯t want I and my baby and I seriously regret telling him about it_really.


    ¡°Mnie, you won¡¯t understand the emotional trauma I¡¯m going through right now, I don¡¯t wish to go for the dinner but I still have to, because I want to settle this issue¡­ What if his dad supports him and asks me to abort my baby, Gosh I really regret telling Edde about this¡± I said as tears blurred my vision.


    ¡°Come on Etta, Don¡¯t be like that! Come to think of it, only a jackass father will support his sons bad deeds and the Reluc Loxley I have been hearing of can¡¯t support Edde, trust me¡±


    Mel said, rubbing myps as she packed at a boutique which got me confused.


    ¡°Mel!? You recently got some clothes for yourself. As far as I can remember. What¡¯s the reason for shopping again?¡± I asked as she smirked.


    ¡°Don¡¯t be silly young woman, we are here for your sake babygirl, you are going for dinner at Reluc Loxley¡¯s house and you need to look good¡­ Take it as a dinner date because you¡¯re meeting with a very important person¡± Mel said, turning off the ignition switch.


    ¡°Mnie there is no need for all this please! I am fucking going toin and not to flirt¡± I said as she came down headed towards my door as she opened it for me.


    ¡°I¡¯m sorry but I can¡¯t let you go for a dinner looking ratchet¡­ Period! Soe down ma¡¯am¡±


    I sighed deeply and stepped out knowing that I can¡¯t convince Mnie otherwise.


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    ¡°Smack your lips a little more to blend the lipstick¡± Mnie directed as I smacked the Lush Pink lipstick bringing the glow out as I smiled seeing how beautiful I looked on the neutral makeup she gave me ¡°Okay here you go Etta, I will apply this lipgloss on your lips to make your lips glow even in the dark!¡± Mnie said smiling as she applied the lipgloss on my lips as she pped her hands not able to control her euphoria.


    I stared at my reflection as I could see a totally different Elizabeth Albie, my make up was neutral and beautiful but¡­ My lips felt heavy and too glowed up which made me ufortable because I am never the type to put colours on my lips no matter the kinda makeup I did.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°Mnie, You really did a great job on my face¡± Iplimented, smiling faintly.


    ¡°I know right? The Midas touch I got you covered bae¡± she said obviously feeling herself.


    ¡°But¡­ Don¡¯t you think my lip makeup is too much? Definitely it¡¯s beautiful but you must not add colours to it. A simple clear lip gloss will do, my lip feels heavy¡± I said as she rolled her eyes heavenward.


    ¡°I knew you wouldin, You¡¯re wee Etta, please get up and start going for your date¡± She said packing up her makeup kits ¡°You¡¯re lucky that I didn¡¯t choose red¡± she mumbled as I sighed.


    I stood up checking out the outfit she chose for me in the mirror. A ck shinny handless bodycon gown, it looked so pretty and outlined my curves but the problem I had with it was the long slit that nearly showed my panties!


    I bit my lips in frustration not wanting toin to Mel about the dress. I didn¡¯t want her to see me as an ungrateful f even if I knew she would never see me as such but still it¡¯s far better to keep shut¡­ This was the kinda dress Nicki Minaj and other female celebrities wore for B. E. T and all.


    My phone rang as I reached it, seeing Edde¡¯s caller ID which I picked immediately, well¡­ I wonder why the rush also.


    ¡°Yes¡­¡±


    ¡°Elizabeth, where should I e to pick you?¡± He asked coldly as a smile escaped my lips. I have been thinking of how to go in a taxi after all this lushness.


    ¡°Uhm¡­ I can¡¯t really direct but, Yeah you can track my location through my number¡± I said as he sighed.


    ¡°I don¡¯t know how to do that, just direct me the best way you can I ain¡¯t dumb not to know after a little direction¡±


    ¡°Give me the phone I will help direct him¡± Mel said, stretching her hand to my phone which I quickly handed her.


    ¡°Find your way Morey Estate¡± Mnie simply said as Edde ended the call ¡°It¡¯s that easy Etta, I don¡¯t know why you always find it hard to get the Estate name to your head after so many years¡± Mel said poking my nose as I shrugged not wanting to feel dumb.


    Just then my phone rang again. It was my mom this time, she must have been worried about not seeing me since I left for school, I sighed and picked the call.


    ¡°Hello, Mom¡±


    ¡°Elizabeth, where are you? Why aren¡¯t you back and why didn¡¯t you call to tell me that you might being backte tonight or something?¡± She said, almost yelling.


    ¡°Not like I saw you this morning and refused to tell you¡­ Anyways I am going for dinner at Mr Reluc Loxley¡¯s house to talk about this baby his son put inside of me¡± I said as I could hear her gasp from the background.


    ¡°You¡¯re going for dinner at almighty Reluc Loxley¡¯s house!?¡± She eximed as she immediately cleared her throat, maybe realizing her crazy attitude. ¡°Maybe I shoulde with you to stand by you as your mom¡± She said as I heard a car screaming sound from outside which means Edde is here.


    ¡°Mom, I have to go now¡­ Bye!¡± I said hanging up the call as I grabbed the mini handbag Mel bought that matched with my dress and shoe.


    I quickly gave Mel, who was busy with herptop a quick peck ¡°Bye Mel!¡± I called out as I heard the car honk.


    ¡°Bye Etta!¡± She called back as I mmed the door shut.


    I got outside to see thetest Lamborghini truck parked outside of the gate, I couldn¡¯t believe that I was gonna ever enter a Lamborghini truck in my life or any luxury car in my life, yeah Mel has an expensive car though¡­ A Ford but, it¡¯s a Lambo we¡¯re talking about here.


    I walked towards the car, opening the door as I saw him seated staring into space like he didn¡¯t notice my presence. He was obviously angry at me for epting his father¡¯s invitation but I don¡¯t care. I just had to ept it to solve my little issue.


    Maybe I will end up terminating the baby which I don¡¯t know if I would like that, for some reasons I needed my baby to be born with my flesh and blood but knowing the things I would have to leave in order to take care of my baby¡­ My dream profession and other things I wished to do with my life. I don¡¯t want the baby.


    ¡°Hi¡­¡± I nervously greeted cing my bag on myp. I could feel his cold ck eyes piercing into my body as he obviously was checking me out which made me quite ufortable.


    I looked down at my dress to see how the slit opened, revealing my thick thighs which looked so tempting that I was sure he had bad things going through his mind. The slit Opened almost revealing my panties as I used my bag to cover it which didn¡¯t help much.


    ¡°Hi¡­¡± He said back as he moved the car into the driveway of New York City.


    The drive to Mr Loxley¡¯s house was weirdly quiet as only the loud music he yed could be heard. Music so loud that it could bust the ear drum.


    The Lambo screamed as Edde drove it into the parking lot which had even more expensive cars, the car engines stopped as we both came down from the car, as usual it was supposed to be the sweet manner I saw in movies where the man would open the car for the woman but how in God¡¯s name should I expect such from a man like Edde Loxley?


    My eyes drifted to the mansion as my mouth fell open in shock, was this a house or some kinda dream Disney world!? Even at night the mansion was outstanding with the expensive white lights around it and the chandelier that hung at the entrance.


    I swallowed hard as I trailed behind Edde who didn¡¯t care to call me in.


    Entering inside the Mansion was a beautiful sight to behold. I couldn¡¯t just imagine the amount used in furnishing the house.


    ¡°Oh¡­ What¡¯s your name again young Lady?¡± Mr Loxley asked, climbing down the stairs in a smile.


    ¡°Elizabeth Albie, Sir¡± I said in a bow.


    ¡°You look fabulous youngdy,e in I have lots of special delicacies for you¡± He said as he led us into the dinning room which was a long table with about twelve chairs.


    The dishes on the table all looked mouth watering but my mind wasn¡¯t fully in it but whatever would be the result of mying here.


    Standing behind us were Females and Males wearing an all ck outfit. They were obviously the guards securing him.


    Dinner was served as we ate quietly only the clicking sound of the cutleries could be heard.


    ¡°So young woman if you don¡¯t mind, can you tell me a little about you?¡± The middle aged Mr Reluc asked as I cleared my throat knowing how funny my life is, there is nothing reasonable to say.


    ¡°Uhm¡­ My name is Elizabeth Albie daughter of Mr and Mrs Albie, I am from the U. S, California to be precise and I am a student¡± I simply said.


    ¡°Guess you¡¯re born into an average home?¡± He asked as I nodded, ¡°So tell me, what issue do you have with My son, Edde?¡± He asked as I turned to Edde who stared uneasily at his food.


    ¡°Well sir¡­ I am pregnant for him¡± I said as he nodded, that was thest reaction I expected!


    ¡°How did it happen?¡±


    I exined the full story to him even though I knew that I acted desperate towards Edde. I was so obsessed with him, I know that I will also be med for my pregnancy and I ept that I was also at fault for drinking more than my head could carry.


    ¡°Do you wish to keep the baby?¡± He asked as Edde raised his head staring coldly at me and I nodded.


    ¡°Yes I want my baby and I want the father to take care of the child, I can¡¯t be a single mom¡± I said as tears rolled down my cheeks.


    ¡°Come on! Don¡¯t cry Elizabeth, you will have your baby and Edde will take care of you both¡± he said as he rubbed my shoulders ¡°But we will have to go for a DNA test to confirm if it¡¯s really Edde¡¯s baby¡±


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    ¡°But we will have to go for a DNA test to confirm if it¡¯s really Edde¡¯s baby¡± He said as I raised my eyes at him Wondering if he doesn¡¯t believe me and think I am one of those girls who would fake pregnancy to get close to Edde ¡°Not that I don¡¯t believe you but we still need to be sure before taking the next step¡± He said as if he read my mind, I nodded in agreement and continued with my meal.


    I was quite ufortable by the way Edde stole nces at me. He was obviously angry at me for wanting to keep the baby but I don¡¯t care, I can¡¯t kill my own baby he should get used to it anyways¡­ He put me in this mess.


    ¡°Eat up so that you can leave, it¡¯s a few minutes to ten¡­¡± Mr Reluc Loxley said, checking his wrist watch.


    The dinner went on as Mr Reluc Loxley kept throwing questions at me which I answered even if I wasn¡¯tfortable staying again, Edde¡¯s looks were like bee sting to my skin.


    ¡°Thanks so much for having me sir, I will like to leave now¡± I said, dropping my fork and cleaning my mouth.


    ¡°Oh yes, definitely my dear¡­ Edde wille pick you by twelve tomorrow for the DNA test¡± He said as I slightly moved my eyes to Edde who didn¡¯t react to his father¡¯s word.


    I am supposed to be at work tomorrow, going for the DNA test tomorrow means that I will have to beg Mnie to work for me.


    *


    *


    The drive back home with Edde was a very quiet one, I could bet that he had dangerous ns going through his mind for me.


    ¡°What¡¯s the reason for keeping your baby Elizabeth? Are you really trying hard to get closer to me?¡­ I mean, I thought your obsession over me would end after the one night stand but here you are trying hard to get close to me!?¡± Edde finally said in a loud voice with obvious anger and frustration in it.


    He suddenly stopped his car at a corner now facing me. I was kind of scared knowing that he was capable of anything at that moment.


    ¡°Look Edde, I don¡¯t understand what you¡¯re saying¡­ Firstly, this isn¡¯t just my baby but OUR baby¡± I said emphasizing on the OUR ¡°Edde I won¡¯t gain anything from you if I try to get close to you, knowing how much we hate each other I will be putting my life in danger if I try getting you to love me¡± I sighed as I could feel tears smudging my view.


    ¡°I curse the day I met you Elizabeth, you¡¯re such a bad luck to me! Do you know what I will be missing if I have to take responsibility for your bastard chi¡­¡± He tried saying as I pped him hard across the face.


    ¡°Don¡¯t you dare call my unborn baby names you punk! You put him in there so you have to take responsibility¡­ I watched you call me names and that doesn¡¯t mean I will watch you curse my baby you JACKASS!¡±  I yelled back at him as he held his cheek ring at me with fury in his eyes.


    ¡°You darey your filthy hand on my face!?¡± He said coldly and I gnitched my teeth in anger as tears streamed down my cheeks.


    ¡°And I will do that again and again Edde Loxley!¡± I yelled as a knock came on the window, we turned to the window to see two ck cops, Edde rolled down the ss to see their faces clearly and for them to see him, as it was a tinted ss window.


    ¡°Any problem?¡± Edde said coldly like they can¡¯t do anything to him.


    ¡°Oh! We are sorry sir we didn¡¯t know it was you¡­ Just that it¡¯s wrong to park cars in this corner as instructed by the government¡± the police said as Edde nodded and rolled up the window, I was supposed to be surprised by the respect the cops gave him but I wasn¡¯t, knowing how famous Edde was.


    He turned on the car ignition switch and drove off¡­


    Getting in front of my house after directing him the way to my house, I came down as I watched him drive off at full speed, I turned towards my house entrance frustrated as tears rolled down my cheeks.


    I feel like I am forcing Edde to ept my baby, do I really need him to take care of my baby? Maybe I should just forget him because at the end of all this, Edde won¡¯t love my baby¡­ I am so confused over what to do.


    I cleaned my tears and arranged my hair as I entered the living room to see Mnie sitting on the couch with my mom watching a movie.


    ¡°Hello¡­¡± I simply greeted, headed upstairs to my room mming the door behind me and falling to the bed, the door opened almost immediately as Mel hurried in towards me.


    ¡°What¡¯s up Etta, what¡¯s with the attitude?¡± She said sitting next to me as I ignored her staring at the ceiling as tears streamed down to my both ears ¡°Etta you¡¯re crying! What¡¯s wrong, talk to me!¡± Mnie said, bending over to me worriedly.


    ¡°Mnie it¡¯s nothing¡± I said, failing in my cracky voice.


    ¡°Come on! Don¡¯t give me that lie Elizabeth¡­ Remember our bestie swear¡± She pointed as I sat up now facing her.


    *


    *


    Edde barged into his room babbling audibly, his maids and security had thought of asking him if there was any problem but they dared not, they noticed his recent attitude and wondered what their lively boss could be going through but still they dare not ask him.


    Edde stared at his mirror as he forced his tie off his neck sitting on his dressing chair.This text is ? N?velDrama/.Org.


    ¡°Why would she prefer to keep the baby and punish me for the rest of my life!? What would be her gain if she does that¡­ She equally pped me! Something no woman or anybody apart from my dad has dared!¡± Edde yelled at his reflection on the mirror, all his mind could think of was a way to get rid of Elizabeth.


    ¡°She is such a poison!¡± He yelled taking off his wrist watch as his phone vibrated, it was a video call from his dad.


    Edde sucked his teeth loudly as he swipes to the green icon holding the phone up to his face level, seeing his father¡¯s facial expression made him know that his father didn¡¯t call to ask him if he got Elizabeth safely back home or anything rting to that.


    ¡°Edde, I know who you are and what you¡¯re capable of doing, one thing is sure¡­ You will take responsibilities of that kid no matter what, maybe you will try persuading her into aborting the baby but just know that if she does that you lose your inheritance¡± Mr Reluc Loxley said as Edde raised his brows in shock.


    ¡°Dad, are you really going this far just because of a poor college student!?¡± Edde Muttered as his eyes shone, not wanting to believe his father¡¯s words.


    ¡°You should know what I am capable of, Edde, I ain¡¯t Joking¡­ What I am saying in essence is that you should get married to that youngdy. I have always wanted you to be responsible for your good and for the reputation of Brigitte and here is the Chance! I might equally make Elizabeth the heiress because she is reasonable and mannered¡­ So y your cards right¡± Mr Loxley said as he ended the call.


    ¡°WHAT!!¡±


    *


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    The next morning I woke up not seeing Mel on the bed with me, I reached for my phone to see that it was already 25 mins past 11am in the morning! What¡¯s wrong with me and waking up thiste!


    I was sure that Mnie had gone to Barbara¡¯s Pizza pce to stay in my ce, I had pleaded with her to help me out and also told her about my crazy encounter with Edde which she definitely didn¡¯t take lightly, she was ready to track down Edde and kick his ass for making me cry.


    Soon Edde will be here to pick me up and look at me, I haven¡¯t even brushed my teeth.


    My mind raced back to my mom, I haven¡¯t talked to her since yesterday not like I always talk to her buttely she changed towards me, maybe because I am pregnant and carrying the child of a billionaire yboy.


    The door opened as the smell of weed followed In making me close my nose, Speaking of the devil it was my mom and I have always warned her about smoking in the house.


    ¡°Mom, we talked about this already!¡± I yelled as she took it off her mouth, throwing it to the floor and matching it.


    ¡°So how was the dinner at Reluc¡¯s house?¡± She asked, resting her back on the door.


    ¡°We are going for a DNA test today, Edde will be here soon to pick me and please mom I¡¯m begging you. Don¡¯te out for any reason¡± I said as I headed to the bathroom.


    ¡°I don¡¯t want to find your word offensive¡­ Anyways your breakfast is at the dining table¡± She said as I heard the door crack open and then closed.


    I hurriedly prepared myself as I could hear the continuous sound of the car honk, I could tell how impatient Edde was and he wouldn¡¯t want to get down from the car knowing how known he is to the public¡­


    I quickly had my breakfast and hurried out, entering inside his car. I expected him to scold me but¡­


    ¡°Why do you still eat like a kid? You have breadcrumbs on your mouth¡±


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    ¡°Why do you still eat like a kid? You have breadcrumbs on your lip¡±  He said, taking me aback as I checked my lips on the rear view mirror to be sure he wasn¡¯t teasing me or something but he was right! I had milk and breadcrumbs on my lower lip and the both corners of my mouth, I sighed as I dipped my hand into my bag bringing out my handkerchief and gently dabbed the crumbs off.


    ¡°Thank you¡­¡± I mumbled which he ignored, focused on the driveway, the drive was crazily quiet only the noise from the traffic could be heard, I looked out through the closed window trying to entertain myself but it wasn¡¯t working! Edde didn¡¯t help at all, he didn¡¯t bother ying music in the stereo system and I dare not ask him to.


    An idea struck my head as I took out my phone. I hadn¡¯t texted Mel about how the pizza pce was going and this boring situation turned out to be the best time to chat with her.


    ¡°Mel, what¡¯s up?¡­¡± I texted waiting for her reply but she didn¡¯t reply for minutes¡­ Well she is definitely busy right now.


    Soon we got to the hospital as Edde carefully drove into the parking lot and turned off his ignition switch,ing down from the car I took a deep breath¡­ ¡°Elizabeth, hold my hand¡± Edde¡¯s masculine authoritative voice came from behind as I looked down at his hand wondering why he wanted me to hold his hand.


    ¡°I don¡¯t want to¡­¡±


    ¡°You do not have a choice hence you¡¯re with me!¡­¡± He said forcefully gripping my hand tightly as I squealed in pain walking and missing my steps behind him.


    ¡°Edde let go! You¡¯re hurting me!¡± I said trying to pull away from his grip but it seemed like the more I tried the more he tightened his grip.


    Getting to the hospital lobby he released me from his arrogant grip which left his fingerprint around my wrist.


    ¡°You didn¡¯t have to do that!¡± I hissed slightly, raising my voice more like a whisper in order not to attract the attention of the patients waiting around in the lobby.


    ¡°My father is here already so try your best to act like all is well between us¡­ Now peacefully hold my hand, you know your act determines what the inte will say¡± I hesitantly took his hand as we walked down the lobby, I could see people pointing at us and saying words while some took pictures.


    I wasn¡¯t quitefortable with the cameras on us knowing that the pictures will be used on gossip blogs but seeing that Edde Loxley didn¡¯t seem to care I also ignored them heads up to wherever Reluc Loxley was.


    ¡°Oh herees my young couple¡± Mr Reluc said standing from the chair he sat on walking towards us with a smile on his face, the word Couple he called I and Edde took me aback but I decided not to see it as something anyway¡­ He gave me a quick peck on getting to us and gave Edde a quick hug which he didn¡¯t react well to. ¡°Why didn¡¯t you pimp yourself a little beforeing out Elizabeth, you look too shabby to be on camera you know? People definitely has taken pictures of you both¡± Mr Reluc said, using his palms to smoothen my hair. I found his act ufortable and quite weird even if I knew that he was only trying to help.


    ¡°Dad, can we go in now?¡± Edde said, sounding exhausted.


    ¡°Oh yes definitely, the Doctor is waiting¡­ But Elizabeth you really should be conscious of your look always huh?¡± He said as I nodded slightly, walking behind him into the doctor¡¯s office.


    We took our seats facing the Dark skinned doctor¡­


    ¡°Miss Elizabeth Albie and Mr Edde Loxley if you don¡¯t mind I will like to take some of your blood for the test¡± the doctor said raising his brows at us as I nodded my head, turning to Edde I could see that he didn¡¯t want the DNA TEST he was ufortable but still he hesitantly nodded as the doctor took out two new strings from the wrap.


    I kinda had a phobia for strings but in order not to embarrass myself I shut my eyes and let the doctor draw out my blood as he had done to Edde.


    ¡°I will call one of the nurses toe take the bloods and conduct the test¡­¡± The doctor said not referring to anyone in particr as he punched the telephone¡­.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


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    The doctor¡¯s office turned out extremely quiet once the doctor was busy going through files, Edde¡¯s focus was on his phone while Mr Reluc read the football magazine on his hand Elizabeth being weirdly bored and ufortable yed with her hair hence she had nothing fun to do with her phone, Mnie is her only friend so she literally had no one to chat with.


    The door cracked open as the middle aged nurse came in with papers on her hand which she handed to the doctor and without reading them the doctor shifted it to Edde. Edde looked up at the doctor Wondering why he gave him the test result as he hesitantly tried to take it but Mr Reluc Loxley was fast enough to take it first.


    Reading through it Mr Reluc smiled ¡°Edde, I am finally gonna get a Grandson!¡± He eximed in excitement that Kinda embarrassed Elizabeth¡­ What if it turned out to be a grand-daughter, she never wanted to make her pregnancy known publicly but as it was going, she knew that she was definitely gonna be announced.


    Edde sighed deeply, standing from the chair, obviously angry about the whole situation. Edde walked out of the office mming the door behind him, he couldn¡¯t imagine himself to fit into being called ¡®DADDY¡¯ or the responsibilities in it.


    Knowing that his father had threatened to take his inheritance from him if he didn¡¯t Get married to Elizabeth frustrated him the most, at that point he knew that there was no going back for him.


    Edde stood by his car impatiently waiting for Elizabeth, if only he knew that just a one night stand with Elizabeth will get him into such a big mess he would have terminated the pregnancy earlier before it got to his father¡¯s ears.


    Mr Reluc Loxley was a ¡®NO NONSENSE¡¯ man and Edde knew better than to take his words for a Joke, he would do just anything to save his position and reputation¡­ There is no way he is letting amoner take over Brigitte EVER!


    ¡°Edde, why did you leave the doctor¡¯s office in such a manner!? Do you wish to give him the wrong idea of the whole situation? Maybe you want him to spread news that you got a Lady pregnant and do not want to take responsibility¡­¡± Reluc said walking hand in hand with Elizabeth towards him.


    ¡°That¡¯s past now Dad, I really have to go home now¡­ Elizabeth, get into the car¡± He said coldly as she gently disengaged from her hold with Reluc and entered the car.


    ¡°Edde, do not forget to talk to her about our ns!¡­¡± Reluc called out as Edde ignored him entering the car with a long face, he hadn¡¯t yet figured out the best way to tell Elizabeth to marry him. It was gonna be so weird and he feared that she would reject him.


    The drive back home was as quiet as usual, Elizabeth felt so ufortable with him that she just wanted to leave his presence.


    ¡°Please drop me at Barbara Pizza pce¡± Elizabeth said almost in a whisper but luckily he heard it and pulled a stop right in front of the shop ¡°Thank you¡­¡± She mumbled and stepped down mming the door shut as she watched Edde¡¯s car drive off in full speed.


    She took in a deep breath and walked into the shop to  see Mnie taking off her work dress. She wondered why she was taking them off when it obviously wasn¡¯t closing time yet.


    ¡°Hey Mnie, what is up?¡± She asked once she got to her, Mel was quite surprised to see her and immediately Gave her a quick hug.


    ¡°Etta how are you? You look pale, kinda¡­ How was the test?¡± Mel asked, taking her bag from the rack as they both walked out together.


    ¡°It turned out positive indeed¡± Elizabeth simply replied as she sighed deeply not wanting to remember Edde¡¯s reaction to the test result ¡°by the way, why did you close so earlier? It¡¯s just¡­ 2:41pm¡±


    ¡°Well, as it is you have a colleague now so you both will be working in shifts¡±


    ¡°That¡¯s better anyways, I might ask Mrs Barbara to give me the evening shift instead hence I wake upte these days¡± Elizabeth said as Mel nodded in agreement.


    ¡°Yeah, you need less stress¡­ Uhm, I didn¡¯te with my car so I will call an Uber to take us home¡± Mel said, turning her phone on.


    ¡°I will pay for our ride¡­¡±


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    Sitting under an umbre tree and waiting for their ride to arrive Elizabeth couldn¡¯t stop thinking of Edde, her heart felt heavy with tears as she fought with her emotion not to get weak over some yboy.


    ¡°Mel, do you think I am forcing my pregnancy on Edde?¡­¡± Elizabeth asked as Mnie turned to her in surprise as to why she asked such a question.


    Mnie scoffed ¡°what do you mean by that Etta? You¡¯re making him take responsibility for what he caused, you ain¡¯t forcing your pregnancy on him or do you want to let go of him and deprive your baby the right of having a dad?¡± Mel raises her brows at Elizabeth, she shakes her head negatively, she didn¡¯t get much love from her father as she wished and she wouldn¡¯t like to have her baby go through the same¡­


    ¡°But Edde seems to be disgusted by my presence and also hates me so much, I don¡¯t think he will love my baby¡± The thought of that alone triggered Elizabeth¡¯s tears, she couldn¡¯t imagine watching her child being maltreated by her Dad or never seeing him at all.


    All she wanted from Edde was for him to ept her baby and Take care of the child. She wouldn¡¯t care if he visited or not but at the same time she would like him to visit just for the sake of the child.


    ¡°Etta, his feelings towards you don¡¯t matter anyways, you both don¡¯t love each other so¡­ Fuck his feelings! And for the baby? Edde will love your baby I am sure of that¡± Mel said rubbing herps softly ¡°You can also report him if he tries pressurizing you into doing things you don¡¯t wish to do¡­ Our ride is here¡± Mel said, sighting the white cab.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 12

    Edde had gone to Wyatt¡¯s house for the night to ease his stress hence he had a lot going on around him, lucky enough Rue, Wyatt¡¯s wife and their son¡¯s went on a vacation so Edde had no issue flocking around in Wyatt¡¯s house.


    Edde stood by the pool side staring at nothing in particr, just him and his endless thoughts on how his life turned out to be just after a one night stand.


    ¡°Yo man!¡­ Boss up and stop over thinking!¡± Wyatt¡¯s voice was heard from behind as Edde turned to see him strutting with two sses of champagne on his hands, Edde sighed turning and staring closely at nothing in particr inside the pool.


    ¡°Wyatt your life is way too perfect for you to understand all my brain is trying to settle now¡± Edde said, taking the champagne from Wyatt and gulping almost half of the content.


    ¡°Easy with that drink Edde, the alcohol content in it is almost 80%¡­ Come over here let¡¯s sit and talk¡± Wyatt said, slightly tapping Edde¡¯s shoulder as a cue for him to calm down.


    Edde and Wyatt sat on the chair facing the pool as Edde sipped his champagne not uttering a single word to Wyatt ¡°Edde won¡¯t you like to talk to me about whatever your problem might be?¡± Wyatt said, staring at the already dark sky.


    ¡°My dad gave me the option of marrying Elizabeth or Kiss my inheritance goodbye¡± Edde said almost in a whisper as Wyatt turned to him startled by Mr Reluc¡¯s decision, he knew how hard it would be for his best friend to settle down with a woman forcefully¡­ He equally pitied the woman.


    ¡°Knowing the kinda man you have as a father he is definitely serious about this sudden decision he has made and I bet it would be very tough for you and the youngdy¡± Wyatt sighed taking a full gulp of his champagne ¡°So what do you intend doing because you definitely can¡¯t say no to your dad¡¯s order else you wish to leave Brigitte for another mother-F¡±


    ¡°Well, as it is I do not have a choice than to marry thatmoner but the issue here is if she would agree to marry me!¡± Edde muttered frustratedly ruffling his hair and biting his lips as if he was gonna burst it open.


    ¡°Wait¡­ Like seriously she doesn¡¯t know about your intentions yet?¡± Wyatt¡¯s eyes shone in shock as Edde shaked his head negatively ¡°Yo¡­ You have to talk to her sooner before it¡¯s toote¡±


    ¡°What if she says no,¡± Edde said, pursing his lips.


    ¡°Then you go through the hard way, you¡¯re never soft anyways¡± Wyatt said shrugging his shoulders watching Edde bit his upper lips in thoughts.


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    Elizabeth came back home quitete after spending the whole day with Mnie, She sluggishly drew her feet on the floor walking into the living room to see her mom sitting on the couch smoking with her legs on the center table watching a movie, she sighed on seeing her mother smoking ¡°Hi Mom¡± she simply said not ready to fight with her mom concerning her smoking habit as she sat on the couch not minding the disturbing smell of the smoke.


    ¡°Elizabeth, you¡¯re back homete again, anyways how was your day with The Loxley¡¯s?¡± Her Mom asked, her eyes focused on whatever was happening on TV.


    ¡°The test result came out positive proving Edde guilty¡­¡± Elizabeth replied as a visible smile curved Courtney Albie¡¯s lips.


    ¡°So what¡¯s the way forward? I mean their decision concerning you and the baby?¡± Mom asked as Elizabeth stood from the couch tired of inhaling the sick smell of smoke.


    ¡°Mom, they haven¡¯t said anything about that yet¡­ Goodnight Mrs Albie¡± Elizabeth said trailing up the stairs.


    ¡°I am expecting someone here tonight! Just telling you in case you hear weird noises!¡± Courtney called out, making Elizabeth roll her eyes heavenward.


    ¡°Whore¡± Elizabeth mumbled to herself as she mmed her room door behind her and fell to the squashy bed with her eyes staring at the spinning fan des on the ceiling.


    Elizabeth¡¯s phone vibrated on the bed interrupting her endless thoughts as she hand searched and grabbed her phone to see a text from Mel, she hastily clicked on it¡­


    ¡°Did you see the new trend on Twitter?¡± Elizabeth read audibly curiously, wondering why Mnie would ask her about some random Twitter trend, before she could reply to the text another one dropped from Mel and this time it was a screenshot.


    Staring closely at the screenshot Elizabeth¡¯s mouth fell open in shock, an unaware photo of her and Edde holding hands in the hospital was trending with the hashtag SAVE EDDE, Elizabeth¡¯s heartbeat increased as she went through thements.


    ¡°Did Edde Loxley contact STD from the slut?¡±


    ¡°Why doesn¡¯t he look happy?¡±


    ¡°Who Is thatdy? She seems clingy towards him¡± BLAH BLAH BLAH¡­.


    All hatements and they all seemed to be pointing fingers at her, she felt like crying at that point as Mnie¡¯s call came in which she answered immediately on the first ring.


    ¡°Mel, I think I am doomed! Did you see thements!¡± Elizabeth panicked as tears threatened to escape her eye sockets.


    ¡°Fuck it Etta! How will amon inte trend get the better part of you!?¡­ Those people are inte bugs that are just looking for gossip to share!¡± Mel said calming Elizabeth down ¡°We both know that the secret behind your rtionship with Edde isn¡¯t known publicly so¡­ Why worry?¡±


    Elizabeth heaved a sigh of relief trying to calm her nerves down but deep down she knew she lost her sparkles.


    ¡°By the way Etta you¡¯re fucking trending now! Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, blogging site! I am so happy for you Etta you need an Instagram page now because your fame is knocking!¡± Mnie squealed happily, making Elizabeth frown.


    ¡°What are you saying Mel? That is me getting hates!¡±


    ¡°Fuck it! I can¡¯t wait to be friends with Mrs Loxley!¡± Mel teased, intentionally pissing Elizabeth off as Elizabeth hung up the call throwing her phone under the pillow as she groaned loudly in frustration when her phone vibrated again.


    ¡°What the heck is wrong!¡­¡± She yelled pulling her phone out of the pillow swiped to the answer icon without looking at the callers ID and ced the phone on her ear ¡°Fuck you Mel! Don¡¯t you dare disturb my phone again!¡± She yelled not actually angry with Mel as a deep masculine British ent filled her ears from the other end.


    ¡°Is that how you answer your calls?¡± Edde said, sounding as cold as ever with a wrinkled nose, Elizabeth sighed, regretting why she answered her phone without checking the caller¡¯s ID.


    ¡°I¡¯m- I am sorry, I didn¡¯t check the ID¡± Elizabeth wondered why she said the word sorry to him knowing fully well that she didn¡¯t offend him per se, she had learnt so many things from Mnie but this one thing seems not to stick to her brain¡­ Mnie has always told her that being way too loyal to a man makes them think they own you, they would take advantage of you with the thought that you can¡¯t live without them, Mnie has always said that she never believed in sorry¡¯s except deep down she knew shemitted a great crime.This text is ? N?velDrama/.Org.


    Thinking about Mnie¡¯s words made Elizabeth think she had fumbled but she just let it pass with a deep breath.


    ¡°Don¡¯t fucking do that shit again, well, there is something important we need to discuss about you and the responsibility of having this baby¡± Edde started as Elizabeth heaved a sigh of relief knowing that she has been waiting to hear from them about that ¡°Tomorrow my chauffeur  will be at your house by 3pmtest to pick you up so get ready before that time¡­ And don¡¯t look ratcheting to my house¡± Edde said and hung up the call not wanting to hear whatever she might want to say, He had told her that she didn¡¯t have a choice with him anyways and she had wanted to ask him where she was gonna meet with him at least to know if it will be convenient for her.


    Pulling off her quite ufortable dress she pulled into her free pajamas and turned the fan to the highest level falling to her bed as sleep took over almost immediately.


    ****


    The annoying rm dinged, waking Elizabeth up from her beautiful and peaceful sleep. She had set the rm the previous night in order for her to wake up early and not miss breakfast again but she suddenly felt angry as she lost the best sleep she had had in a while.


    Flipping her legs off the bed she shove her legs to her pink bedroom slipper walkingzily out of her room straight to the balcony as a smile curved her lips on getting the refreshing feels of natural morning breeze, she looked out to the road to see how busy it was, for some reasons the view felt new to her_well¡­ Maybe because it¡¯s been quite long she spent time in her house.


    Today turned out to be her Lucky day as the lecturer that would have taken them on a theory ss cancelled the ss with some random excuses and today was equally her day off at Barbara¡¯s shop plus she has till 3pm to get ready for Edde Loxley and that was a long time!


    **


    Just as I smiled happily looking down the road my phone dinged, making my smile fall on seeing a message from my school group chat which they tagged me in, I was quite amazed because no one really noticed me in ss so I wondered what my business would be with whatever picture they tagged me in¡­


    Clicking on the message my mouth fell open as my face frowned wrinkling my forehead¡­ Like what the F¡­


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 13

    It was obviously an edited photo of Edde¡¯s hand grabbing my bum it was the picture from the hospital but I wondered how they edited it to look that real, I was so embarrassed on seeing the photo as I read the caption beneath it which says ¡®yboy at it again¡¯ with two uglyughing emojis.


    ¡°What the fuck is all this!¡± I groaned angrily, nearly crushing my phone ¡°I will just leave this group chat. I hate this jackass¡¯s!¡± I yelled to myself as I left the group and left the balcony headed back to my room.


    They seeded in ruining my beautiful morning with that stupid picture, I mean¡­ Isn¡¯t it just too early for them to start spreading rumors about me and Edde!? I trailed down the stairs to see my mom cleaning the couches with cigarette in-between her lips and headset¡¯s covering her ears which I could bet were loud enough to burst the eardrums.


    I stood by the wall watching my mom who cleaned the couches and smoked her cigar like there was no trouble, like she owned the world and lived the most perfect life. At times I wished I could switch personalities with her although just the worry free part of her.


    Sighting me she took off the headset hanging it around her neck and removed the cigar from her lips holding it firmly and blowing off the thick smoke in her mouth ¡°Good morning Mom¡± I greeted faking a slight smile.


    ¡°Good morning to you too Elizabeth, thank God you woke up early today although your eyes are swollen¡± she pointed as I touched my eyes, hissing to nothing in particr ¡°I need you to take the dor notes on the dining table and go get foodstuffs and beverages we arecking¡± She simply said as I turned to the dinning table to see a good amount of dor bills lying on the table, I smiled knowing fully well that I was on the edge of using my own money to shop for the house, I am just lucky that mom doesn¡¯t know about my new job if not the house expenses would be shifted to me while she use hers to buy her usuals.


    Grabbing the dor bills I ran back up the stairs to get ready¡­


    After having a satisfying bath I faced my dressing mirror to get my skin moisturized, my already lossed messy bun sat at the back of my neck as my very curly baby hairs slipped around my big forehead, if I should thank God about anything in my body my hair woulde first, I have this extremely curly dark hair that everybody admired couple to the fact that no chemical has been used on it.


    I restyled my hair in a messy bun again in order to apply lotion around my neck without having them flocking around. After all the skin care routines I quickly picked Jean pants with a simple ash colored top letting my hair fall to my butt¡­ Yeah, I have really long hair!


    I nced at the mirror one more time satisfied by my simple look but knowing I always get lots of eyes on me because of how denim pants makes my butt look fatter than usual, I would see men drooling over me but truth be told I never had the intention to get lustful eyes on me, everyone literally sees me as a slut no matter what I wear but¡­ It¡¯s not my fault that I have a big bum anyways.


    Grabbing my little bag which the money is in, I left my room to the sitting room, sighting the steamy brown rice on the table. I couldn¡¯t afford missing breakfast again so I quickly had my breakfast and off to the shopping mall downtown.


    I could see eyes on me which made me too ufortable and insecure. I couldn¡¯t tell the reason they looked at me in such a manner, maybe because of my curves, hair or the trend! I tried my best to ignore the eyes as I entered the mall and focused on shopping for the food stuffs the house wascking. I had gone through the fridge and cupboard to check what we have and what we didn¡¯t have while making lists and truly we were short of food.


    After paying for what I bought I quickly booked a cab instead to avoid standing by the pedestrian and giving people a chance to give me weird annoying looks.


    Finally getting back home I heaved a deep sigh of relief dropping the items on the kitchen counter tiredly as Izily walked back to the sitting room falling on our old soft couch as my eyes stared at the old model TV nkly until I slept off.


    Waking up hourster by the continues tap I felt on myp I opened my eyes which turned out way too smudgy as I rubbed it with the back of my palm clearing it up to see Mel¡¯s smiley face, I sighed sitting up ¡°what¡¯s the time¡± I asked almost in a whisper as she checked her wrist watch.


    ¡°Three minutes for the time to tick 3pm¡± she replied as my eyes shone in disbelief making me almost panic.


    ¡°Mel, is my outfit okay for visiting Edde?¡± I asked hopefully as she eye scanned my full outfit with her mouth curved.


    ¡°Well, surprisingly yeah¡­ You look simple but hot enough to kill the devil!¡± She grinned as I ced my palms on my chest in relief ¡°You know, I always told you how good you look on Jeans¡± She pointed as I nodded slightly and I suddenly heard the car honk knowing that it definitely is the chauffeur. I hastily grabbed my purse.


    ¡°Mel, I gotta to go now, thanks for waking me up¡± I said as I gave her a quick peck hurrying out.


    ¡°Come on! I came to spend time with you!¡± She said giving me a puppy face which I refused  to fall for.


    ¡°Mel, there is a big full bar of chocte in my fridge and some new fruit juices, make yourselffy okay!¡± I said audibly, mming the door behind me.


    The drive on the limo to meet Edde wherever I am to meet him was quitefortable¡­ Yes I was picked by a limousine I nearly freaked out when I saw it packed outside and I am sure that if Mel had seen it she wouldn¡¯t hide her excitement, definitely neighbors around have seen the luxury parked in front of our apartment and they are sure gossiping right now, the chauffeur tried all his best to see that I wasfortable as he made wine avable for me and some edibles, I didn¡¯t bother asking him where he was taking me to as I was already toofortable and I was pretty sure he was taking me to Edde¡¯s house.


    Soon the car drove towards a magnificent ck see through gate that opened by itself, driving in my mouth fell open on seeing the Mansion that stood in front of us.


    Wait¡­ Was it a Mansion or some green screen perfect edit or maybe paradise on Earth? I was trapped on the spot. I stood staring at the beauty of the house with my mouth open, when I saw Mr Reluc¡¯s house I thought it was the best but seeing Edde¡¯s own sealed my tongue!Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    The Mansion was a full ss house although a smudged ss that you could barely see what¡¯s going on inside, the lights from inside made the house look heavenly that I wondered what the interior would look like, looking at the corner of the Mansion instead of the regr flowers we would see flocking around houses to give it a natural glow Edde rather had carpet ss around giving the exterior a unique look.


    ¡°Ma¡¯am I will like to lead you in now, Mr Edde must be waiting¡± the chauffeur said snapping me out of my lost state as my cheeks turned red in embarrassment,posing myself I followed his lead inside.


    Getting inside was another shock of a different level! Inside felt like heaven with expensive interior decor, the couches were made of ck fur and the middle table was made of clear ss which had different species of fruits sitting on it, the furnitures were set at a corner of the sitting room making the sitting room look beautiful empty, what surprised me most was the fact that it was already getting dark outside but inside felt like Day.


    ¡°You didn¡¯te to my house to admire interior decor¡¯s¡± That cold but captivating masculine British ent filled my ears as I turned to the direction seeing Edde at the edge of the stairs staring nkly at me with his right hand on the ssy looking stair ray and the left hand held firmly some pieces of papers which I wondered what filled it.


    His shimmer dark eyeballs rolled around my body obviously checking my outfit, I saw his eyes fixed on my chest for a couple of seconds as it rolled down to my hips which proudly curved out on my denims and then back to my face ¡°I love your hair¡± he finally said his face void of expression.


    I knew quite well that heplimented me even if his expression didn¡¯t speak so and I know he has a lot more to say about me but he definitely won¡¯t say it ¡°thank you¡± I said in a low tone which he ignored.


    ¡°Follow me¡­¡± He said in the most authoritative voice I have ever heard, he said it more like he owned me or I am his Alexa or something he could control.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 14

    After spending these few minutes observing Edde¡¯s house I noticed that he didn¡¯t have a guard or maybe they were somewhere around the Mansion, he definitely has a maid but few as it seems¡­


    Trailing behind him my eyes couldn¡¯t stop staring at his naked back which had the face of a lion drawn boldly on it. His huge masculine body kept calling me, so tempting that I couldn¡¯t take my eyes off him. I know that I should be hating him but¡­ How dare he leave his room shirtless to wee a visitor! Did he do it internationally or was he just feeling at home?


    Getting outside of the Mansion, the backyard actually, I first sighted the most luxurious pool I have ever seen with multiple color LED Light installed inside of it which made the pool look clean and attractive, they were lots of attractive lounge chairs around the pool giving it the mini beach vibe, wondering why Edde brought me to this ce I quietly followed him to the secluded spot he wanted to sit.


    ¡°Have a sit¡± he calmly offered, which I obliged to, sittingfortably on the lounge chair as my eyes drifted to the pool trying to avoid eye contact with Edde as he was looking closely at me which was getting quite weird.


    ¡°You¡¯ve got a baby inside of you and you¡¯re still a college student without a husband and we both know thatmoners don¡¯t speak well about single mothers¡­¡± He said as I nodded in confirmation knowing how bad people in my street are with gossiping.


    ¡°Yeah, Edde¡­¡± I tried saying as he cut me off.


    ¡°Shhh, I wasn¡¯t done talking¡± He said as he kept the pieces of papers on the lounge chair he sat on ¡°The Inte has already started spreading bullshits about us even when we have been seen together just once¡± he said in a deep sigh as he ran his fingers through his hair in frustration, I wonder where this conversation is leading to ¡°To save my reputation and yours equally, we will be getting married¡± he announced as my eyes shone in disbelief, he can¡¯t be fucking serious! ¡°But, on a contract¡± He said as I wrinkled my forehead in confusion.


    ¡°You¡¯re confusing me¡± I said, staring closely at him as he shot me a hard re.


    ¡°That¡¯s why you should keep your mouth shut and listen to me!¡­¡± He yelled, making me flinch slightly as my eyes went to the papers.


    Fuck it, this ain¡¯t happening.


    ¡°I am sorry I can¡¯t marry you even if it¡¯s a contract¡­¡± I said bluntly, throwing my eyes to the pool as I heard him smirk, what kinda man Is he!?


    ¡°Well, does this sound like a plea to you? This is a goddamnmand and you do not have a choice!¡± Hearing that from him triggered my hidden anger as I turned swiftly to him with obvious fury in my eyes.


    ¡°How dare you Edde, I mean you don¡¯t know me and you think you can force me into marrying a scumbag like you!?¡±


    ¡°if you¡¯re all goody as you¡¯re iming to be, why did you get wasted in public and have a one night stand with a man you don¡¯t know!?¡± He yelled as my tongue sealed for some reason I didn¡¯t understand, making me angry with myself.


    ¡°Edde, I won¡¯t have you insult me¡± I said standing up from the chair about to leave his presence.


    ¡°If you step an inch, I will make sure you¡¯re homeless with that whore you call a mother, the apartment you live in is charity and I know the owner of the apartments in that poor ce you base, just a call and you both will be thrown out to the street of New York¡± He said as my eyes glittered in tears knowing how badly it would affect us if the house is taken away, we have stayed in that apartment ever since I was ten and as long as I can remember we haven¡¯t paid any rent and the house is quitefortable for us.


    I can¡¯t bear losing my home, why is Edde being so mean?¡­ And how did he know about my mom?


    ¡°Sit down¡± he said in that authoritative tone of his as I sat my ass back down wiping my tears off.


    ¡°so here is how it goes, you will sign a two years marriage contract with me which means that once the child is a year old you will leave him for me and go live your life, I will give you the sum of 3 million dors to enable you forget about the child forever¡± He said as I just stared at him with tears in my eyes, the money he offered was huge but forgetting my own child can¡¯t be possible!


    ¡°The marriage contract with me has some rules, but¡­¡±


    ***


    He slid the papers to her, looking solemnly to her beautiful honey brown eyes, she stared down at the papers and back at his cold expressionless face.


    ¡°What¡¯s this paper for?¡± She asked not wanting to read out of it.


    ¡°It¡¯s a document to seal our deal, so sign it¡± she hesitated with lots of thoughts running through her mind.


    Maybe it isn¡¯t a good idea and it wasn¡¯t toote to say no, but she also needed the money for family and school!


    Elizabeth stared at the papers contemting if she should sign them or not, she was scared of having regrets after signing them¡­ I mean no woman would happily leave her child for someone she isn¡¯t sure will care, knowing fully well that Edde was a carefree man she thought twice about the ¡®leaving her childs aspect¡¯.


    Sighing deeply Elizabeth grabbed the pen and signed the papers, 3 million dors isn¡¯t a small money she needed it Anyways.


    ¡°Done, any other thing?¡± She asked with teary eyes, she kinda regretted signing the papers.


    ¡°Yes, the rules¡­ Read this and get it stuck in your brain because each time you go against the rules you get punished so¡­¡± He said as she hesitantly took the papers from his hand, going through it her mouth fell open in disbelief. What kinda rules is that for a god-damn fake marriage!?


    Rule Number 1: You can¡¯t leave the house without permission and the chauffeur must take you wherever.


    Rule Number 2: You¡¯re not allowed to have a job while this contractsts which means that if you have a job already, re-sign.


    Rule Number 3: I make the choices of outfits you wear, you¡¯re not allowed to choose your outfit no matter what.


    Rule Number 4: You can¡¯t argue with me even if you find my decision disagreeable.


    Rule Number 5: You are not allowed to be seen with any other man if not me, talk or flirt with them.


    Rule Number 6: You have to be submissive to me whenever we are getting intimate, you obey whatever you¡¯re asked to do in bed.


    Reading through the rules she couldn¡¯t believe her eyes as she lifted her eyes to Edde who stared back at her expressionlessly ¡°This is garbage Edde, you can¡¯t be seriously making such threatening rules for a contract marriage!¡±.


    ¡°Let me make this clear to you Elizabeth, The rules you see should be taken seriously if you don¡¯t want to be my prey, no one has dared cross my path so don¡¯t start it¡± Edde said lowering his gaze at her.


    ¡°But I can¡¯t have sex with you again! I don¡¯t wish to quit my job! In Fact I don¡¯t agree with any of your sick rules!¡± Elizabeth yelled angrily as tears streamed down her cheeks ¡°why must you make things way too difficult¡±


    ¡°Well, as it is you do not have a choice, I am paying you anyways¡± He shrugged his shoulders as Elizabeth bit her lips angrily ¡°It was my dad¡¯s idea for me to marry you but what he doesn¡¯t know is that it is gonna be a contract marriage, so know how you talk about us around him, we will go see my dad tomorrow to tell him that you agreed to marry me¡­ And yeah we are having a court marriage¡± Edde said as Elizabeth just stared at him nkly as her brain kept calcting about how her life took a new turn.


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    Throughout the day till the next day my mind wasn¡¯t at rest as I locked myself up curled up on my bed as my brain thought of different issues.


    Edde has told me to get ready by 5pm for us to go see his father but seeing my situation I doubted that I would be able to go see Mr Reluc with Edde.


    I stood from my bed headed to the mirror as I stared at my ridiculous image, my eyes where damn swollen and red as I have been on my bed crying since the previous night I came back till this moment, my mom had asked how my day went when I came back yesterday but I avoided her question knowing that my day was horrible, Edde treated me so badly.


    ¡°Honey! I made your favorite soup! Open the door please, your food is getting cold!¡± Mom called out in a worried voice, I could tell she had a cigarette on her lips because I could perceive it. ¡°Elizabeth, I hope you¡¯re Good! Please say a word to me so that I can confirm that you¡¯re alive because I am at the edge of breaking this door!¡± Mom yelled as I chuckled lightly, cleaning up my tears.


    ¡°I am okay Mom¡±


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    Sitting in the dining room of Mr Reluc I tried my best to flow with Edde¡¯s lies even if I wasn¡¯t happy, I sipped the wine I was served to keep myself busy and ignore his endless lies.


    ¡°Elizabeth, I am just so happy you epted to marry my son, that¡¯s the best choice for the sake of the baby and your reputation I am sure you won¡¯t like to be a single mom and you won¡¯t like to see your baby grow up without a father¡± Mr Reluc said as I faked a smile nodding my head.


    ¡°I am just so lucky that Edde is wise enough to think of taking responsibility for his child, I mean¡­ Most men will deny getting a woman pregnant¡± I pointed, faking a smile as I nced at Edde who sipped his wine rolling his dark eyes at me.


    ¡°A, I must confess you both will make a lovely couple!¡± Reluc said holding our hands together which kinda made me uneasy ¡°Edde when is the date for the engagement?¡±


    ¡°Firstly, it will be a court marriage which will be held in my house in two weeks time!¡± Edde announced as a smile curved Reluc¡¯s lips.


    ¡°To us!¡± Reluc excitedly raised his ss as we all clicked the sses together.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 15

    Sitting on a couch alone sipping a wine I watched as the guests danced to the rhythm of the loud song ying, yeah it was our after engagement party and Edde made sure that the party was simple with less crowd just few of his rich friends, Mom, his dad and Mnie.


    Our engagement wouldn¡¯t be called an engagement exactly because it was just about us signing the papers thewyer brought and that was just it! I still couldn¡¯t believe that I was married_yes it¡¯s fake but felt real to me because two years is a long time to spend with Edde.


    Mom didn¡¯t stay long in the party because she had some friends to see while Mnie left me to tour the house. I wasn¡¯t feeling the party. My mind was disturbed knowing fully well that once the party ends and everyone leaves I will be stuck here with Edde.


    ¡°Hey Etta! Let¡¯s dance!¡± Mnie shouted through the loudness of the music as she walked towards me dancing crazily.


    ¡°Mel, please I can¡¯t, I feel sick!¡± I lied as she nodded still dancing.


    ¡°You should probably go and have a rest!¡± She shouted dancing to the dance floor as I heaved a sigh of relief lucky that she didn¡¯t force me or dictate that I lied.


    ¡°Hello Elizabeth! I love your outfit!¡± I turned on hearing the voice of the brtedy standing beside me with a cocky smile, I looked down to get a nce of my gold coloured teal sleeveless outfit which matched with my bag and shoe it was expensive but I never liked it, although only because Edde made me put it on plus it was mini. I raised my eyes at thedy giving her a fake smile ¡°Thank you, yours looks Good too¡± I said nkly as she giggled slightly covering her mouth in a funny way.


    ¡°Come on! Don¡¯t mock me I know my outfit looks like I got it from a thrift store¡± She said making my eyes shone at her reaction as I watched her sit beside me without my permission, her husband or should I call him boyfriend was introduced to me as the C. E. O of Marvin modelling agency so why is she acting so nerdy and weird ¡°Well, it is from the thrift store¡± She whispered to my ears and giggled ¡°When my husband gives me money to go shop for new outfit I save them and get dress from the thrift store!¡± She said making meugh hard at her, why would she be saving when Marvin has upto a billion dors in his ount?¡­she is fucking weird.


    ¡°Oh nice being economical, I would like to have a rest¡± I said, faking a smile as I stood up and headed back upstairs.


    ***


    Throughout the party I didn¡¯t set my eyes on Edde, not like I was bothered but¡­ Well, Iy on I and Edde¡¯s bed staring nkly at the ceiling as the door opened and mmed close, I turned to see Edde standing by the door staring at me like I sneaked into his room, I sat up immediately ¡°Why are you giving me that weird look?¡± I asked, wrinkling my forehead as he sighed walking towards the bathroom. I hate that he insisted on us sharing the room together. I wasn¡¯t sure how I would cope with sleeping on the same bed as him.


    ¡°Edde, I would like to go home and get some of my clothes, I do not have what to wear tomorrow and also I need my hair dryer and stuff¡­¡± I said audibly for him to hear from the bathroom, waiting for his response for minutes. I got none as I rolled my eyes heavenward knowing how annoying he turned out to be. Sometimes I wondered what I saw in him that made me crush that hard on him because whatever it was has faded.


    ¡°We will go out tomorrow for clothes shopping¡± His voice suddenly came in apanied with the sound of running water.


    ¡°Also, I think we should have our separate rooms hence we don¡¯t dovetail together¡± I said hopefully he changes his mind.


    ¡°Your thoughts are not valid Elizabeth, now leave me alone I am not in the talking mood right now¡± he said harshly as I sighed deeply tying up my hair in a bun as Iy down ready to sleep and ignore him.


    ***


    I woke up the next morning from the endless noises I heard, I sat up clearing my blurry vision to see the cleaner sweeping the floor of the room. I stretched tiredly as I was not yet satisfied with my sleep and I sighed deeply.


    ¡°Good morning ma¡¯am¡± the cleaner greeted me in a bow which kinda made me ufortable as I gave her a smile nodding to her greeting.


    looking out to the balcony which was covered with a white transparent curtain and then back at the cleaner ¡°Where is Edde?¡± I asked curiously as I couldn¡¯t see him around.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    ¡°Master has gone for his morning workout, he will be back soon anyways¡± She said as I nodded, swinging my leg down the bed as I wondered why they called him master instead of any other title, I walked sluggishly towards the bathroom waving my thoughts away.


    I stared at my messy reflection on therge bathroom wall mirror and I hissed, letting loose of my bun as it fell to my butt. My hair looked curlier than usual because of some hair treatments the stylist applied on it.


    ¡°You can leave now¡± I heard Edde¡¯s masculine British ent telling the cleaner to leave as I went back to the room to get a glimpse of how he looks in the morning¡­ That sounds crazy, I know.


    ¡°Good morning Edde¡± I said nervously, making a step back into the bathroom.


    ¡°Here are your toiletries and all you might possibly need for the morning¡± he said, stretching two fancy bags to me which I collected with a smile.


    ¡°Thank you¡± I said as I entered the bathroom.


    Why is he just so cold, arrogant, rude, ruthless and all the bad qualities anyone could have and our creator still gave him body perfections and wealth when there are lots of men who deserve it more!


    Stripping the pajamas I wore letting it fall freely to the floor and leaving me buck naked I walked into the running shower to have a refreshing morning bath and start a new day in Edde Loxley¡¯s house, I still couldn¡¯t believe that I had something to do with Edde after so many years of secretly admiring him¡­ Yes it wasn¡¯t all goody staying with Edde but still it was unbelievable! People in school will never believe this when they hear about it because soon if not already, pictures of our engagement will be trending.


    Taking the shower gel Edde bought for me ready to pour it on my skin I felt a presence behind me as his huge arms wrapped around my waist pulling me closer to him and making me feel his hard shaft, my eyes shone in shock as my heartbeat increased because I have never been so close to a man before not to talk of a naked man, what happened between I and Edde that night was a mistake and I never felt it¡­ I was unconscious anyways.


    His warm breath swept past my ear as he kissed my neck softly making me close my eyes to feel his touch better. I am not supposed to like his touch but surprisingly I loved every bit of it.


    His big hands traced to my breasts as he pinched my nipples so hard that I bit my lips in other not to cry out, slightly biting my earlobe he turned me making me face him with his hands on my fat butt cheeks, he smiled at me making me nervous as I stared down at his huge chest.


    ¡°Your bum is the biggest I have ever seen¡± he said almost in a whisper as he grabbed my bum harder that his fingerprint might possibly show. ¡°Look into my eyes when I talk to you, Elizabeth¡± he said my name like he owns it, no one has ever made my name sound so good to the ear.


    Raising my head to stare into his dark eyes his lips crushed on mine as he disvirgined my lips with the best kiss ever pulling me into his body as if I was gonna run away, the more he pulled me closer the more I felt his hard D**k on my vagina area making me crave him more! He was torturing me by doing that and not just prating in.


    He bent over to my breasts as he took turns to suck them into redness and I bit my lips harder not wanting to moan out loud.


    ¡°Has any other man touched you like this before?¡± He asked in-between his breath as I shaked my head negatively, he spanked me hard on my butt making me squeal in pain ¡°Words!¡± He yelled while still using his tongue to tease my nipples. I knew that once I opened my mouth to let out a word I would rather let out the pending moans in my throat but to avoid his aggressiveness I just had to say it with words.


    ¡°N¡­no¡­ Ahhh fuck!¡­ No juu¡­ust you!¡± I said in-between an embarrassing moan.


    ¡°Do you like the way I touch you?¡± he asked coldly, slowly sticking two fingers into my Vagina.


    ¡°Oh¡­ Fuck! Jeez!¡­. Ye¡­yes I loo¡­love it!¡± I yelled shamelessly with my eyes tightly shut as suddenly he pulled his fingers out, cutting my pleasure off.


    ¡°Turn to the wall and ce your hands on it¡± He said coldly as I obliged turning to the wall and ced my hands on it as I raised my butt up a little knowing the exact position he wanted to fuck me in ¡°Good, You¡¯re such a Slut!¡± He said spanking my bum hard.


    I don¡¯t know what is giving me the mind to have sex with Edde knowing that I have only had sex once and it will definitely be painful this second time.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 16

    After a hot sex shower with Edde he left me in the most disagreeable manner ever, I felt used as I watched him pull into a t-shirt and shorts as if he had regrets having sex with me.


    He walked to the closet and pulled out a simple ck gown which he threw over to me ¡°put this on and wait here for me¡± He said walking out of the room and mming the door behind him.


    Sighing deeply I picked the ck outfit and threw it to the floor angrily as my phone rang. I checked the caller¡¯s ID to see that it was Mnie. I answered the call immediately as I didn¡¯t see her after the party. I was curious to know if she was fine.


    ¡°Hey Mnie! Are you good?¡± I asked immediately as I heard her yawn loudly ¡°You obviously just woke up¡± I said smiling at nothing in particr.


    ¡°That¡¯s right Etta, I had a rough night!¡± She said chuckling loudly as Iughed out knowing what she meant, she always tell me about her sex life with her boyfriend and how he does well on bed, sometimes I find such conversations weird but my morning sex with Edde made me understand the feelings even if he made it seem like garbage.


    ¡°So¡­ How are you coping with Edde? As we speak you guys are trending¡± She said as I sighed expecting just that.


    ¡°Well, Edde is still the cold guy as usual nothing special going on between us, We had sex in shower this morning¡± I said feeling kinda embarrassed.


    ¡°Shower sex! That sounds beautiful Etta I have never had one before¡± She said, faking a cry as I could tell she made her usual poppy face.


    ¡°It started nicely but turned out painful, Edde was unbearably rough!¡± I yelled in a low voice ¡°He seems kinda abusive, I still feel pains in-between my legs¡±.


    ¡°Etta, please if you can¡¯t cope with him leave the marriage, thank God it¡¯s a contract, Abusive sex is the worst any woman would wish for¡± She said worriedly as I hissed.


    I ran my well manicured fingers through my curly hair biting my lips in frustration ¡°Mel I just have to endure, the money is just too huge to leave¡±


    ¡°Yeah right? So Elizabeth, why don¡¯t you want to tell your Mom about the contract marriage?¡± Mnie asked worriedly as I rolled my eyes heavenward knowing who Courtney Albie is.


    ¡°Mel, you know how dder mouthed my Mom can be, the nature of our marriage is a secret and mom won¡¯t keep it a secret¡­¡± I said as the door cracked open, on seeing Edde I hung up the call and jumped off the bed to pick the dress which stilly on the floor as Edde picked it up quickly.


    I looked up at him, I never noticed how tall he is than I am. I mean he is at least three inches taller than I am! For some reasons I was scared that he met me still in the home dress I wore and the way he looked at me made me feel like I was burning as tears filled my eyes.


    ¡°Edde, please I am sorry, I was speaking to my mom on phone¡± I lied lowering my head in fright as he smirked.


    ¡°No you were not! You were speaking to that ill mannered friend of yours!¡± He yelled angrily, making me flinch as tears rolled down my cheeks wondering what he had in mind to do to me, he raised the dress to his eye level biting his lips in fury.


    ¡°If you know who owns this dress and how much it was purchased you won¡¯t dare throw it to the floor like it¡¯s trash Elizabeth!¡± He said throwing the dress to my face as I hurriedly grabbed it not giving it a chance to fall to the floor again, I pulled off the Pajamas throwing it to a corner of the room.


    ¡°Now I have to stay longer!¡± He muttered, tightening his fist as he sat on the ck couch beside the door going through whatever it was on his phone. I pulled into the gown wondering who owns it. I don¡¯t think Edde ever had a girlfriend really, because he never unted a girlfriend on paparazzi photos or regr photos, everyone knew him to be a single yboy so¡­ What was he saying!?


    ¡°We can go now¡± I said as he raised his eyes checking the outfit and nodded in obvious satisfaction, I didn¡¯t feelfortable in the dress as it was way too short on me but¡­ That¡¯s what Edde wants so I don¡¯t have a choice!


    Edde held my hands firmly as we trailed down the stairs silently, getting down to the sitting room where the party was held everywhere was neatly arranged like nothing ever happened here justst night.


    I was hoping to see the maids around but I sighted none but only the chauffeur ¡°Good morning Master, Good morning ma¡¯am I came to ask if I will be dropping you off at the boutique?¡± He asked as Edde simply shaked his head pulling me with him out of the mansion.


    ¡°We haven¡¯t had breakfast Edde¡± I said calmly as he turned, giving me a hard re.


    ¡°You wasted too much time to still expect breakfast,¡± he replied, opening the white Rolls Royce car.


    The drive to the supposed boutique was silent as usual but thank God it wasn¡¯t a long drive. He drove into the parking lot which was upied with different cars of high ss. I could tell the boutique was for the rich alone.


    ¡°As we go in there, try your best to be obedient to whatever she tells you to do¡± Edde said as I nodded walking behind him to the main building.


    ¡°Edde!¡± I heard a feminine voice yell his name from a corner as I saw a familiar ckdy strutting to us in a wide smile as Edde smiled back which made me surprised, I have never seen him smile so genuinely!¡­ Who the hell is she to make him smile?


    I stared closely at her, still wondering where I saw her face. I watched them hug and exchange pleasantries making me feel invisible.


    ¡°Elizabeth Albie, right?¡± She asked in that beautiful African American ent with a weing smile on her face.


    ¡°Yes I am,¡± I said, smiling back at her.


    ¡°I am Amma Castane, from¡­¡±


    ¡°Table talk¡¯s show!¡± I said in shock as she smiled, pulling me into a friendly hug. I can¡¯t believe I am speaking with Amma right now! Mel must hear this!


    ¡°Enough with the familiarities, Amma let¡¯s get into the real deal! You know exactly what I like for my women¡± Edde said, sounding pissed off as I rolled my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°Come with me¡± she said to me as I nodded walking behind her into a corner covered with a thick brown curtain.


    ¡°Your ce is beautiful¡± Imented looking round the dressing room that was partially empty as she smiled at me.


    ¡°Thanks Elizabeth, wait here I will go get the outfits for you to try on¡± She said as I watched her swing her hips out, she is a very pretty ckdy and she always inspires me to work harder, I mean¡­ She is doing very great for herself!


    I really wanted to ask her why Edde made such ament. The way he emphasized ¡®women¡¯ made me feel different. Does she know something I don¡¯t know? Did Edde have a girlfriend before?¡­


    Why am I worried, not like Edde¡¯s love life is my concern anyways.


    Soon she came back with two youngdies trailing behind her with lots of dresses that I wondered why they brought that much for me to wear! Thedies left the room leaving I and Amma alone.


    ¡°Why do I need this much clothes!¡± I muttered looking at her as she smiled.


    ¡°This is what your husband wants so I do not have any choice than to obey hismand¡± she said throwing a red side slit bodycon gown at me ¡°Try this on and go show him¡± She said as I hesitantly wore the red dress notfortable with the idea of going to show him each outfit I tried on.


    Trying all outfits Amma brought which took not less than two hours Edde rejected close to fifty percent of them which made me sad as he rejected most outfits that I liked.


    Trying those outfits made me know that Edde liked ck on his women which surprised me knowing that most rich men love red on their women.


    ¡°Do you know if Edde ever had a girlfriend or maybe a wife before me?¡± I asked hopefully she replies, she gave me a long gaze which kinda made me regret asking her.


    ¡°You don¡¯t know about it?¡± She asked as I furrowed my brows and shaked my head negatively.Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org.


    ¡°Kn¡­ know about what?¡± I replied as I was getting curious to get an answer, she took a deep breath.


    ¡°If Edde hasn¡¯t told you about it then, I don¡¯t think I am in position to tell you¡­ Please don¡¯t get me wrong, I don¡¯t just want to get into trouble¡± She pointed as I nodded slowly nkly watching the attendant¡¯s package my dresses into fanciful bags.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 17

    Driving back to the mansion Edde rather drove into a ssic restaurant making Elizabeth smile widely already salivating.


    ¡°God knows how famished I am right now¡± Elizabeth mumbled and made to open the door.


    ¡°Not to worry¡­¡± Edde said as a waiter was sighted with two bags filled walking towards their car, Edde whined down the ss and took his orders as he handed some dor notes to the waiter and drove into the main road.


    ***


    Elizabeth sang along to the song on the stereo system as she looked out to the window watching the steady passing houses, Edde constantly stole nces at her and would shake his head having different thoughts about her and what he couldn¡¯t wait to do to her, she is all every man would wish for! She is beautiful with a beautiful hourss figure, her hair was to die for!¡­ Edde had sworn to make her his slut all through the two years contract and promised himself to kill any man that made moves of getting close to Elizabeth.


    The ringing and vibration of Edde¡¯s phone snapped him out of his fancy world of thoughts as he groaned seeing his father¡¯s caller ID which got Elizabeth attention to him as she stared at him Wondering why he¡¯d react in such a manner getting a call from his Dad.


    ¡°Hello Dad¡­¡± Edde said breathing in to calm his nerves.


    ¡°Hey! Edde, how is your day going with your new wife?¡± Mr Reluc Loxley asked, sounding cheerful over the phone.


    ¡°Quite alright Dad, I don¡¯t think that should be your worries¡± Edde replied, reducing his driving speed.


    ¡°Oh! Definitely, It is one of my concerns now!¡­ Anyways that¡¯s not my reason for calling, I would being over in an hour for lunch! At least to see you both before traveling to Spain¡± Mr Reluc announced as Edde wrinkled his forehead sadly.


    ¡°Alright Dad!¡± Edde mumbled and ended the call now facing Elizabeth who has been stealing curious nces at him ¡°My father ising over for lunch, do well to control the words thate out of your mouth¡± Edde warned coldly and increased his driving speed limits which almost got Elizabeth scared.


    Edde walked into the sitting room as Elizabeth left him walking ahead to the stairs.


    ¡°Wee home Master¡± the cook greeted in a bow.


    ¡°Has lunch been served?¡± Edde asked, ignoring her greetings as she nodded.


    ¡°Yes sir¡­¡±


    ¡°Get my Father¡¯s lunch too, he ising over¡± Edde said climbing the stairs to the room.


    Getting to the room he met Elizabeth¡¯s eyes focused on her hand device so engrossed in whatever she saw as she smiled widely that she didn¡¯t notice his presence, Edde Wondering what possibly could be making her smile that much and he just wanted to ruin it.


    ¡°Give me your phone!¡± Edde said in an authoritative voice stretching his hands towards Elizabeth who hid her phone behind her immediately.


    ¡°No Edde, I won¡¯t! That wasn¡¯t part of the deal, my phone is personal and you don¡¯t have the right to invade my private life! By the way the contract rules didn¡¯t mention this¡± Elizabeth replied raising her voice boldly at him.


    Edde bit his lips tightly trying his best to avoid Elizabeth¡¯s attitude hence his father wasing, he gave Elizabeth who still stood her ground and held her phone tightly behind her a hard warning re and hissed.


    ¡°Apply a nude lipstick on your lips and meet me at the dining room immediately¡±.


    Elizabeth fell tiredly to the bed once Edde exited and closed the door, her eyes drifted to the bags lying on the bed which had expensive outfits that cost a lot, she sat up squeezing her still t belly hard.


    ¡°I can¡¯t wait to have you out so that I can leave Edde Loxley alone, he isn¡¯t healthy for me but¡­ Am I ready to leave you for him?¡± She mumbled audibly to myself as she took out the nude lipstick from her purse and applied it quickly, grabbed her phone and left the room.Property ? 2024 N0(v)elDrama.Org.


    Trailing down the stairs Elizabeth¡¯s eyes drifted up to the chandelier which hung up shining brighter than ever, She smiled at her childish thoughts of breaking the shiny stones used in decorating it as she waved off the thoughts keeping an expressionless face on getting to the dining room ss door, she took a deep breath to calm her nerves as she pushed the door open.


    ¡°Sir! You¡¯re already here!¡± She muttered in genuine surprise as She took her chance to rather sit by his side to avoid contact with Edde.


    ¡°Oh yes sweetheart, you look tired, what¡¯s the problem?¡± Mr Reluc Loxley asked, caressing her palms softly with a worried look on his face.


    ¡°Not much problem sir, I and Edde went to get me clothes so¡­ I think that¡¯s why¡± She said, letting out a warm, reassuring smile.


    ¡°Ohe on Edde! You should see that your wife is alwaysfortable! Don¡¯t just drive at the highest speed level like a maniac and forget that you have a pregnant wife!¡± Reluc yelled as Edde ignored him pouring out juice into his ss.


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    ¡°If Edde makes you ufortable in any way whatsoever please do not hesitate to ring my line, I know who my son is and I won¡¯t tolerate lies from you Elizabeth, if Edde hurts you report to me¡± Mr Reluc repeatedly said as I nodded my head at him.


    ¡°Thank you so much sir for your kindness, I really appreciate it,¡± I said as he pulled me into a fatherly hug that I always wanted, I never got this care from my father and I still wish I get to meet him once again.


    ¡°I will always be at your beck and call Elizabeth dear..¡± he replied waving at me as he entered the back seat of his Range Rover sport as I waved back at him watching the car retreat out of thepound.


    ¡°Now I am left to face Edde¡± I thought out loud as I headed back into the building.


    I entered the bedroom to see Edde pulling off his clothes. My new clothes were no longer on the bed, they were already arranged in the closet, the maids definitely did that while we had lunch with Mr Reluc.


    I sighed as I dropped my phone on the center table confused on what to do next. I needed to have a conversation with Edde concerning school and resigning from Barbara¡¯s Pizza pce. I missed ss today and I am not happy about it at all.


    I cleared my throat trying to get his attention which he ignored buttoning his polo shirt.


    ¡°Uh¡­uhm¡­ Edd¡­ Edde we need to talk¡± I stuttered as he turned to me raising his thick brows at me.


    ¡°What¡¯s the issue?¡± He asked coldly, crossing his hands together and staring closely at me, making me gulp the lump that grew in my throat nervously.


    ¡°It¡¯s about School and work, I missed ss today and also I need to officially resign from work¡­¡± I said as he shrugged his shoulders.


    ¡°That¡¯s not a big deal Elizabeth, tomorrow the chauffeur will drive you around so that you can get all of that done, any other issues?¡± he asked, raising his brows as I sat up taking a deep breath to calm my nervous self down.


    ¡°That¡¯s the point Edde, I do not want your chauffeur to go with me please, I need to spend a longer time with Mnie hence we won¡¯t be seeing always and I also want to visit my mom¡± I pleaded. Hopefully he understands.


    ¡°Suit yourself, Elizabeth¡± He said and walked out of the room as my eyes shone in Surprise, I didn¡¯t expect him to ept that easily.


    Thoughts of Amma Castane¡¯s reaction when I asked her about Edde¡¯s past love life got me thinking and I desperately needed an answer, yes I am not supposed to be bothered at this point but unfortunately I am and it isn¡¯t my fault because I will feel so dumb if any womanes around iming Edde and embarrasses me.


    The way Edde emphasized her dress and all made me feel like he still loves the person and all I want is to meet with the person and probably cut this contract off.


    My eyes drifted to my phone which I kept on the table as I picked it to dial Mel¡¯s line, she is the only one that can calm me down right now.


    ¡°Hey! Etta what¡¯s good!?¡± I heard her cheerful voice from the other end as I suddenly brushed into tears ¡°Elizabeth what¡¯s the problem! Did Edde touch you or something?¡± She muttered worriedly.


    ¡°Mel, Edde has a girlfriend!¡± I said in a cracky voice as she gasped.


    ¡°Did he tell you that? Did you see her?¡± She asked as I sighed deeply.


    ¡°I wish ¡­¡±


    I took my time to exin everything to her, how I met Amma Castane and how Edde talked about his anonymous girlfriend.


    ¡°That¡¯s garbage Etta, Edde can¡¯t have a girlfriend, trust me, even if he does, what are you gonna do about it? You both ain¡¯t in a real rtionship or do you still have feelings for him?¡± She asked as I took a deep breath of confusion, I don¡¯t understand my feelings for Edde anymore.


    ¡°Mel, l we will see each other in school tomorrow¡­¡± I ignored her question and ended the call, just then my phone buzzed again.


    clicking on the notification my eyes shone in shock¡­


    Wtf!!


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 18

    Elizabeth packed her books into her new bag which Edde bought for her, she just wanted to leave the ss immediately as her course mates kept staring at her, this didn¡¯t happen only in the ss but right from when she entered the school premises with Mnie, she has never gotten so much attention in her life and she just wished the ground would open and swallow her up at once.


    Turning to Mel, Elizabeth groaned, physically pissed off as Mnie had been on her phone the whole time and not making any move of packing her things, Elizabeth ignored her and packed her books into her back wearing a long face.


    ¡°Guess you love the numerous eyes on me¡± Elizabeth said as she grabbed Mnie¡¯s bag with her heading towards the ss exit ¡°Meet me when you¡¯re done fucking your phone!¡± Elizabeth yelled, pissed off as she pushed the door open.


    ¡°Hey Elizabeth! Wait up!¡± Mnie called out running after Elizabeth who ignored her walking ahead with her head high with a long angry face, she could still see fingers stylishly pointing at her, People taking photos of her and people saying stuffs about her but she tried her best to ept it as it is bound to happen hence she is with Almighty Edde Loxley.


    ¡°Come on Etta, you can¡¯t be mad at me I am actually setting up something for you that you will definitely love¡± Mel said giving Elizabeth that knowing wink and a cocky smile that made Elizabeth wonder¡­


    ¡°Mel, what have you done?¡± Elizabeth asked stopping in herne and turning swiftly to Mnie who still had a smile on her face.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go get a drink while we talk about it,¡± Mel said, pulling the disturbed Elizabeth along with her.


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    ¡°Yes, two cups of apple vored smoothie¡± Mnie ordered constantly stealing nces at Elizabeth with a wide smile on her cheeks, she couldn¡¯t wait to announce what excited her that much. ¡°Thank you!¡± Mel said cheerfully as she handed some dor notes to the middle ageddy and took the smoothies headed under the tree Elizabeth stood.


    ¡°I see the look you have been giving to me, Mnie you have done something crazy right?¡± Elizabeth asked curiously as she took her smoothie from Mel who was grinning from ear to ear.


    ¡°More like I did something amazing, well¡­ I created an Instagram ount for you knowing fully well that you won¡¯t do it¡± She said, biting her inner gum once Elizabeth gave her a hard re and stood in front of her blocking her walkne.


    ¡°Why would you do such a thing without my permission, Mnie!¡± Elizabeth yelled, obviously pissed off as Mel raised her brows.


    ¡°You mean thank you? You already have 110k followers within 24 hours Etta, You¡¯re a big deal now!¡± Mel said, raising her phone screen to Elizabeth¡¯s eye level.


    Gasping Elizabeth grabbed the phone to be sure of the number of followers she has got indeed ¡°how possible is this! That was fast!¡± Elizabeth muttered in shock as Mel snatched her phone from her.


    ¡°You should always thank me¡± Mel winked sipping from her smoothie ¡°Yeah right, About Edde how is your stay with him going¡±.


    ¡°Well, as you know, Living under the same roof as that dude is hell on Earth for me and staying in the same room with him makes it worse because all I want is to avoid him totally¡± Elizabeth replied sadly.


    ¡°You both share a room!?¡± Mel asked in Surprise as Elizabeth turned to her and nodded slowly ¡°Let¡¯s take a seat and talk better¡± Mel suggested pointing at the cement made chair at the school love garden.


    Sitting down Elizabeth sighted a group of girls stylishly taking pictures of her making her lower her head feeling ufortable.


    ¡°Edde has lots of rooms in that Mansion of his and I still wonder why he insisted I stay with him. He doesn¡¯t love me, we don¡¯t even talk! Worst still he makes me look like a dummy around him. I am literally his liability Mnie!¡± Elizabeth said in a cracked voice almost letting her tears down as she held them back knowing eyes were on her. Her heart was heavy and needed to be freed by crying her ass out, Mnie understanding Elizabeth¡¯s mode pulled her into a side hug caressing her shoulders.


    ¡°Etta, I have always told you this, Boss up! You¡¯re thedy here and women ain¡¯t supposed to be treated like a piece of trash around guys!¡­ You shouldn¡¯t let that dumb yboy Edde to reduce your ego, get him on his knees and let him respect you instead!¡­ If you don¡¯t listen to my words Elizabeth, then I will take it that you find his torture satisfying¡± Mnie said as Elizabeth nodded slowly.


    ¡°I will try to be bold towards him,¡± Elizabeth replied, obviously unsure of her ability to stand and talk back to Edde Loxley.


    ¡°And that¡¯s the Spirit babygirl!¡± Mnie said, pecking her cheek countless times.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    Elizabeth has always wished to be like Mnie, Mnie is everything in one woman! She is bold, strong and beautiful, every man shees across respects her.


    Elizabeth has never been with a man before and doesn¡¯t know how to deal with them, Mnie¡¯s words kept reying in her head as she wondered how on Earth it was gonna be possible to talk back to Edde, Edde¡¯s gaze alone makes her melt! His presence seals her tongue! So how does she go about all Mnie said?


    ¡°Edde, sent me the part payment of the money he promised¡± Elizabeth said in a slight smile.


    ¡°hmm¡­ That¡¯s nice to hear, 1. 5 million dors isn¡¯t a joke, at least he is honest with his words¡± Mnie said as she yed with Elizabeth¡¯s curls.


    ¡°I was shocked when he sent it, we never talked about him sending me a part payment, All good¡­ I am still thinking of how to spend this money¡± Elizabeth said, taking a deep breath ¡°Let¡¯s get going, I need to resign from Barbara¡¯s Pizza pce and go see my mom, I don¡¯t think Edde will give me this opportunity again so I gotta use this one well¡±.


    ¡°Are you resigning because of the huge pay from Edde?¡± Mel asked as they both headed to the parking lot.


    ¡°Edde asked me to resign¡±


    ¡°He is such a cunt!¡±


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    Entering Barbara¡¯s Pizza pce I felt nervous approaching her for resignation, this wasn¡¯t the n and I felt like it was too sudden and knowing how disagreeable Barbara is made me think twice.


    ¡°Are you sure Barbara won¡¯t pour hot cheese on me?¡± I asked myself inaudibly as I slowly approached the counter, I felt a bit relieved that there were no customers around to witness the embarrassing act Barbara might disy.


    Leaning towards the counter and smiling at the brown handsome guy, Bob behind the counter.


    ¡°Hey Elizabeth, you didn¡¯te to work today ma¡¯am Barb was worried especially as you didn¡¯t call to inform her¡± He said worried as I wrinkled my forehead amazed, Barbara was worried about me? Wow that¡¯s new ¡°Well, don¡¯t be scared, you still have your job! Ma¡¯am Barb kept emphasizing on how work goes faster when you¡¯re around unlike thezy new waiter¡± Bod said, making me amazed the more, never knew Barbara appreciates my work here! And she never praises me even indirectly.


    Now I feel bad for wanting to resign, I bit my upper lip in frustration ¡°Is Barb in?¡± I asked as he nodded, I walked into the kitchen which was behind the counter.


    I sighted her jotting things down in her little book while two girls prepared the pizzas, I cleared my throat nervously walking to her.


    ¡°You don¡¯t have to be nervous Elizabeth, I won¡¯t bite you¡± She said making me freeze at the spot as I watched her drop her pen and closed the book ¡°Just that you will have to work for straight one week, and yeah I see you trending on socials with Edde Loxley will you like to talk about all that?¡± She said coldly as I sighed deeply walking towards her.


    ¡°Ma¡¯am Barb, that¡¯s not why I came actually¡± I pouted as she crossed her arms together.


    ¡°What¡¯s the issue?¡± She asked, raising her head.


    ¡°My husband asked me to¡­¡±


    ¡°Resign?¡± Shepleted as I nodded slowly in guilt. ¡°Well, I saw thating you¡¯re married into a Billionaire family so what will you be doing working with a mini pizza shop¡± she shrugged her shoulders sarcastically.


    ¡°No¡­ No ma¡¯am that¡¯s not the point, I¡­I¡­¡± I was short of words and filled with guilt ¡°I will just leave ma¡¯am Barb, thanks for having me¡± I said, faking a smile as surprisingly she hugged me.


    ¡°Take care of yourself Elizabeth¡­¡± She said in a smile! First time seeing her smile.


    Mnie drove me to Mom¡¯s house but sadly she wasn¡¯t around. ¡°I will just call her when I get home¡± I said shrugging at the sound of home, Edde¡¯s house isn¡¯t mine!


    ¡°Etta, how about we go catch some fun at the ssic strip club downtown!?¡± Mnie grinded excitedly as I checked the time on my phone.


    ¡°No Mel, it¡¯s past six Mel, Edde is waiting for me and I am sure that if I go backte he will get mad at me and will not allow mee out again¡±


    ¡°Fuck Edde! We are gonna party hard tonight!¡± She said switching on the ignition switch.


    ¡°No please, Mel¡± I pleaded, hopefully she epts.


    ¡°Yes please, Etta¡± She replied as I rolled my eyes heavenward¡­ Fuck him by the way!


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 19

    Edde stood at the balcony countlessly peeping down to see when Elizabeth would try sneaking in or maybe sight the car that would drop her off, he worriedly checked his wrist watch for the tenth time as he groaned loudly, he had tried calling her severally but it kept directing to voicemail!


    ¡°It¡¯s already 7o¡¯clock and that slut isn¡¯t back! What is she still doing out  there by this time!¡± He yelled in-between a gnitched teeth holding tight on the protector like he was gonna pull it off.


    He walked back to the room and grabbed his suit jacket which he had worn out to work, he grabbed his car keys and angrily left the room mming the door like he wanted to pull it down.


    ¡°Where do I go from here now! I don¡¯t even have her bitchy friends contact to be sure of her whereabouts, not even her whore Mom!¡± Edde Muttered matching down the stairs ¡°Maybe I should just go to her thatched cottage called a house¡± he mumbled as he sighted his chauffeur standing by the door, Edde gave him a scary re making him move away.


    His workers know better than to ask him questions when he is in a bad mood if they don¡¯t want to kiss their jobs goodbye.


    Stepping out of the mansion Edde sighted Wyatt¡¯s car as he rather walked towards the car wondering what might have brought his bestie to his house.


    ¡°Yo! Edde let¡¯s go party! There are new strippers in the D cruise club!¡± Wyatt said cheerfully, obviously tipsy as he reduced the high volume of the song ying on the stereo system.


    ¡°If that¡¯s why you came, then I can¡¯t go with you, I need to go find Elizabeth she isn¡¯t home yet¡± Edde said in a deep sigh as thoughts of what he was gonna do to Elizabeth shed through his mind making him even more angry.


    ¡°Not like you care about her, she is an adult by the way! Edde, let¡¯s go party, your slut is fine, trust me, she might be having a good time under a hot guy!¡±


    The thought of Elizabeth really fucking with another guy made him want to punish her hard and slit the man¡¯s throat.


    ¡°Fuck that bitch wherever she is¡± He mumbled opening the car and entered mming it back close that the window sses vibrated.


    ¡°My car isn¡¯t Elizabeth so wait till you see her before you unleash your anger¡±


    Driving into the packing lot of the already loud club, Wyatt turned to Edde who has been mute throughout the drive ¡°Come on Edde, don¡¯t tell me you¡¯re this angry because of the absence of your baby mama, You should forget her and get ready to fuck a beautiful slut, Elizabeth will surely be back¡± Wyatt said tapping Edde¡¯s shoulder to calm him down ¡°Meet me at the bar when you¡¯re calm¡± Wyatt said exiting the car.


    Edde bit his lips angrily that his lips bruised a little, he wasn¡¯t angry because Elizabeth wasn¡¯t back but rather he was worried about what exactly she might be doing at the moment, could she really be under a man now like Wyatt said? The thought of that alone triggered his anger as his veins visibly popped out of his arms and forehead.


    He looked down at his phone contemting if he should call her or not, he tapped on her number and this time it rang but she never answered.


    Groaning hard he stepped out of the car, locked it and went into the club.


    Walking through the crowd in the club they parted ways for him with respect as he walked to the counter where Wyatt sat alone sipping his liquor and enjoying the strippers dance.


    ¡°Hey, thought you came to getid?¡± Edde shouted due to the loudness of the music as he snapped at the bartender ¡°Get me the best champagne you guys have here¡± He ordered turning back to Wyatt.


    ¡°You know that I can¡¯t do such, I am married and Rue is way too insecure over me, you won¡¯t believe that she set spy¡¯s around for me¡± hearing that Edde scoffed.


    ¡°That¡¯s crazy¡± He said inly, taking a sip of his champagne ¡°no woman can make me loyal to her, she rather be loyal to me¡± Edde said gazing nkly at the strippers on the pole as all he could think of is Elizabeth and her whereabouts.


    Elizabeth on the other hand sat on her chair as Mnie kept ordering champagne on their table, they were already both drunk and couldn¡¯t stop drinking, Elizabeth had already given in to getting wasted for the night and spending a good time with her bestie, she had thought of what getting drunk got her into but she snapped out the thought not wanting to ruin her mood.


    Elizabeth drank to the point that she couldn¡¯t see clearly, everyone in the strip club seemed upside down to her, she felt dopey and drowsy but anyways she kept drinking.


    ¡°Hey! Youngdies, you both seemed to be having much fun. Can I join you girls?¡± The Really tall and huge man whom the girls couldn¡¯t see clearly asked in a sheepish smile.


    ¡°Come on here!¡± Elizabeth said tapping on the space in-between her and Mnie e join us and also do us a favor of getting more drinks to the table!¡± Mnie shouted as they bothughed crazily.


    ¡°That¡¯s not a problem, beautifuldies¡± The young man replied smiling, knowing that the girls were drunk he decided to take it as an advantage, he ordered strong alcoholic drinks.


    He watched the girls drink in the dim light of the Disco as he slowly sipped his white wine, he smiled at every crazy attitude they disyed. He couldn¡¯t just wait to do as he had nned but he patiently waited for them to get as drunk as¡­Mad.


    ¡°Etta, let¡¯s go dance! I feel like strip dancing! Woohoo!¡± Mnie said, pulling Elizabeth up.


    ¡°Yes! Let¡¯s dance! The crowd will definitely love to see us dance!¡± The young man watched them amazed by their sudden decision, before he could say the word wait they were already on stage!


    ¡°Shit!¡± He muttered facepalming himself.


    The loud cheering voice of the crowd got Edde and Wyatt but Edde, not being in the right state of mind, ignored the cheering and pping noises and kept sipping his drink.


    ¡°Edde, is that not Elizabeth?¡± Wyatt said, tapping Edde and pointing over the stage as Edde sluggishly turned to the stage.


    He smirked, ¡°What could Elizabeth possibly be doing in a strip club?¡± Edde said, taking his eyes off the stage, but the two Ladies dancing on the pole well dressed can¡¯t possibly be strippers he thought to himself as he turned back looking closely on the stage ¡°Wait, what!¡± He eximed as he kept his champagne on the counter standing from the chair he sat on ¡°it¡¯s really her!¡± He growled angrily as he watched a man pull her down, taking her out of the building.


    ¡°Who the fuck is that man!¡± He mumbled inaudibly as he tapped on Wyatt ¡°I¡¯m leaving¡­¡± He said as Wyatt nodded at him.


    Edde angrily trailed behind the man taking Elizabeth towards the parking lot as he watched the man tease her making her giggle loudly, he could tell that Elizabeth was drunk but what angered him was the flirtatious tickles the man was doing to her.


    ¡°Let her go now!¡± Edde yelled angrily, not able to hold his anger as they both turned to him.


    ¡°Edde, you came!¡± Elizabeth giggled as she pped excitedly, ¡°This man here is so nice!¡± She said holding him tighter.


    ¡°Seems like your wife prefers me to you, how about you leave her for me. I¡¯d treat her better,¡± he said, pecking Elizabeth¡¯s cheeks.


    Edde tightened his fist angrily as he attacked the man punching him hard on his nose until the man bleeded uncontrobly but still he staggered backughing at Edde as if the punch didn¡¯t hurt him even a bit.


    ¡°I would treat her better! Think about it!¡± The man said in an unsteady voice as Edde ignored him pulling Elizabeth with him.


    ¡°Hey yboy, handle me like a queen!¡± Elizabeth yelled trying to pull her arm out of Edde¡¯s grip but unluckily he held her too tight with fury in his eyes, he couldn¡¯t believe that all those while he called her she was in a club wasting herself!


    Standing by the gate Edde pulled out his phone as his mind drifted to Elizabeth¡¯s bag ¡°Elizabeth where is your bag?¡± He asked coldly as she turned, showing him her right hand where the bag hung tightly.


    ¡°Isn¡¯t this my bag?¡± She asked as he ignored her rather heaving a sigh of relief that bad guys didn¡¯t snatch her bag.


    Edde called the chauffeur immediately to take them out of the environment as he couldn¡¯t handle Elizabeth¡¯s.


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    The young man watched as Edde and Elizabeth entered the white Rolls Royce that came to pick them.


    ¡°Damnit!¡± He groaned angrily as he dialed a number on his phone.


    ¡°Nat, Is she with you now?¡± A feminine voice came from the other end as he sighed.


    ¡°It didn¡¯t go as nned, Edde came to the club! If only I knew that Edde would be here I would have found another clean way to get her¡± he said angrily.


    ¡°Just calm down and keep your eyes on her, Anything concerning Edde is never easy¡±¡­


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 20

    Edde recklessly pulled tipsy Elizabeth who staggered behind him up the stairs, the fury in his eyes was out of the world as he held tightly on Elizabeth¡¯s arms that his fingerprints showed on her skin, he pushed the bedroom door open pulling Elizabeth roughly inside that she nearly staggered to the floor.


    ¡°Come on, Edde Loxley, that was harsh!¡± She said with a low gaze as she giggled almost falling to the bed, Edde held tightly on her curly hair as she winced in pain not exactly showing the pains but rather shutting her eyes gradually, she was obviously tired and needed rest but Edde was just too annoyed to let her rest.


    ¡°Elizabeth, how dare you defile My rules! You read the contract rules and you signed! So who the heck gave you the guts to think you can disobey my orders, you masked slut!¡± Edde yelled angrily, shaking her drastically as she giggled along the shake making a gabble sound.


    ¡°I didn¡¯t disobey you, Edde Loxley point of correction Mr, I went to have fun hence your house is more like a rehab center to me! You know you¡¯re ruthless right?¡± She asked, raising herzy brows as his eyes shone in shock to realize what she truly thought of him. He stared into herzy eyes as she confessed her feelings to him, he could tell that she really meant all she said.


    ¡°Now if you don¡¯t mind, I will like toy down my throat tickles¡­ please¡± she said making a poppy face trailing her finger through his face, for some reasons he enjoyed the feelings of her touch and at same time he just wanted to yank her hand off, before he could say a word she puked hard on his suit jacket down to his really expensive shoes!


    ¡°Oh shit! Fuck!¡­ What have you done!¡± He said pushing her off as she staggered falling on the bed and just immediately she slept off.


    He stared at his messed up outfit with disgust as he shifted his gaze to the fast asleep Elizabeth, she had a ssh of her puke on her t shoes.


    ¡°Mira!¡± Edde called angrily and after a few seconds a very fat Asiandy ran in as her eyes gazed at Edde¡¯s outfit to the floor.


    ¡°Wee home Master¡± she said in a quick bow.


    ¡°Get stuffs and clean this ce up immediately¡± he ordered as the maid bowed and ran off, he gave sleeping Elizabeth onest hard re like she was awake to get affected by his mood, he sighed deep and bent over taking off her shoe and kept it at a corner hence it was too dirty to be kept in the shoe rack.


    He took her bag off her shoulders and helped heryfortably on the bed as he went to the bathroom to clean himself up and put his outfit in the washing machine.


    Soon he was done bathing and walked back into the bedroom with his bathrobe worn, the floor was neatly cleaned already.


    His eyes drifted to Elizabeth who slept shabbily with her legs hung up ¡°scumbag¡± he mumbled as his phone vibrated and rang out getting his attention, he grabbed his phone and checked the callers ID it was Wyatt so he picked the call immediately.


    ¡°Edde, have you gotten back home? How Is Elizabeth? Is she fine?¡± Wyatt asked worriedly as Edde¡¯s eyes  shifted to Elizabeth who slept peacefully on the bed.


    ¡°She is fine, she is sleeping already, I am so annoyed at her! She fucking threw up on my outfit!¡­ The heck!¡± Edde yelled still disgusted as Wyatt chuckled from the other end.


    ¡°She obviously got too drunk, her friend was so damn wasted that she couldn¡¯t walk at all! She was nearly raped by those horny guys at the club she was just so lucky that I know her and I ain¡¯t heartless¡­. I even had to piggyback her!¡± Wyatt saidughing out as Edde scoffed.


    ¡°You would have just left her for those men, I fucking hate that girl!¡± Edde Muttered, losing up his robe and letting it fall to the ground leaving him bucknaked.


    ¡°Well, I ain¡¯t cold hearted as Edde Loxley so I can¡¯t do that¡± Wyatt said making Edde smirk.


    ¡°gotta go now¡­¡± He said and hung up the call as another call came in immediately.


    ¡°What is the problem Nelly?¡± Edde asked calmly as he scanned through his nightwear collection to get the suitable one for the night.


    ¡°Good evening sir, I called to tell you that the airport manager said that he has filled Aviation kerosene to your private jet and the cleaning team has washed the ne so your flight is ready¡± Nelly announced as Edde ended the call.


    ¡°I can¡¯t wait to leave this state¡± Edde mumbled as he pulled into his night wear.


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    Elizabeth woke up the next morning with an excruciating headache as she winched, holding her forehead trying to sit up.


    ¡°What¡¯s the pain for!¡± She muttered in an unclear voice as she yawned loudly looking out of the window, the bright sun radiating through it affecting her eyes.


    ¡°Ouch, it¡¯s so bright outside!¡± She muttered as she stretched her hand to the side table where she usually kept her phone but she couldn¡¯t find it, she swung her leg down, alerted as to why her phone wasn¡¯t on the table she usually kept it.


    ¡°What¡¯s going on?¡­¡± She asked no one in particr as she tried remembering what happened the previous night ¡°damnit!¡± She muttered as she remembered all that happened, she felt suddenly embarrassed and came down from the bed ¡°What will Edde¡¯s reaction be when hees in here! He¡¯s so fucking gonna kill me!¡± She Muttered as she bit her lips frustratedly.


    ¡°Here is your phone¡­¡± Edde¡¯s voice was heard as she turned to see him walking in, she swallowed hard not knowing what to say to him concerningst night, she took her phone from him biting her tongue in guilt ¡°I am sorry about everything that happenedst night, even the ones I can¡¯t remember just forgive me and don¡¯t hurt me¡± she pleaded Lowering her head to avoid his cold gaze.


    ¡°Get yourself ready we are traveling to London by 2pm¡± Edde announced as her eyes shone in surprise concerning the sudden trip.


    ¡°Why so sudden!? I didn¡¯t set my mind on all this Edde!¡± She muttered as Edde gazed at her expressionlessly.


    ¡°You do not have a choice Elizabeth, just get ready¡± he replied coldly as Elizabeth sighed.


    ¡°When are weing back?¡± She asked as Edde scoffed.


    ¡°We are relocating to London, Miss¡­¡±


    ¡°What! You can¡¯t do that Edde! My family and friends stay here! I can¡¯t leave my mom!¡± Elizabeth said as tears streamed down her cheeks.


    Edde gazed coldly at her From head to toe and then headed to the exit.


    ¡°Get yourself ready and try to look good, the outfit you will put on is right there¡± Edde said pointing at the edge of the bed as she turned to see the folded clothes with the shoe and bag she would wear with it, she never noticed the outfit since she woke up.


    She watched Edde leave the room with his hands in his pocket as he shut the door behind him, Elizabeth groaned loudly as tears continually rolled down to her lips giving her the salty natural taste.


    She wiped off her tears and dialed her mom¡¯s number. It saddened her that she would leave the state to Edde¡¯s hometown without seeing her mom, she hasn¡¯t seen her mom since after the wedding party and they barely talked on phone.


    Elizabeth knew well that her Mom wouldn¡¯t care about her hence Edde gave her a huge sum of money, she was sure that her Mom had purchased more than enough drugs for herself.


    She needed to stay close to her Mom in order for her to watch all her mom is doing, even if she tells her mom about the relocation Courtney wouldn¡¯t care hence she has some cash!.


    ¡°Hi Mom, how are you?¡± Elizabeth asked once her mother answered the call.


    ¡°Elizabeth I am fine, no need asking how you¡¯re doing I am sure that you¡¯re enjoying the luxury!¡± Her mom said in a cheerful voice as Elizabeth rolled her eyes, if only her mom knows how life is for her.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    ¡°Mom, I and Edde are relocating to his hometown in London soon¡­¡± Elizabeth announced wishing her mom would reply reasonably.


    ¡°Oh wow! That sounds good! Just do well to wire transfer me some dors before you leave, I do not have money with me¡± Courtney said as Elizabeth frowned.


    ¡°What do you mean Mom! I was there when Edde gave you two bundles of 100 dor notes! This was just two weeks ago so howe the money finished so quickly Mrs Albie? I am sure you used them all for drugs. I have warned you to stop¡­¡±


    ¡°Stop preaching to me youngdy¡± Courtney said cutting Elizabeth shut as Elizabeth rolled her eyes ¡°are you sending or not? If you don¡¯t send me money my clients will¡±.


    ¡°I will send you five thousand dors right away¡­ Bye¡±.


    @pop precious

 Chapter 21

    The whole day turned out to be a hot mess for Elizabeth, she had informed her bestie about the sudden trip and as expected Mnie wasn¡¯t happy about the idea.


    ¡°Edde really what¡¯s to separate us, why is he being this inconsiderate!?¡± Mnie Muttered in grievance, she couldn¡¯t imagine how boring school and everything would be for her.


    ¡°I just have to ept it, I guess I will have to enroll in an online ss or something, I will ask him what he ns about my schooling because I will never leave school¡± Elizabeth said sucking her teeth in distaste as her eyes shifted to the outfit on the bed, He really own her.


    ¡°Etta, I will miss you so much and I don¡¯t minding to see you in London once in a while¡± Mnie said, obviously sad as tears blurred Elizabeth¡¯s view cursing her slight pain in her eyes.


    ¡°Mel, I am already missing you and you know that if I have a way to stop this trip I definitely will, but you see¡­ I am Edde Loxley¡¯s asset¡± Elizabeth said, shrugging her shoulders in indifference.


    ¡°Shut the fuck up! I have told you Elizabeth Albie! No one owns you! You should be the one controlling that dude¡­ Elizabeth I don¡¯t want to hear that Edde maltreats you, stand your ground as a grown ass woman you are!¡± Mnie said in a wrinkled nose as Elizabeth took a deep breath.


    ¡°Alright Mel, I will not fail you¡­ I promise¡± Elizabeth was quite confident with her response, for some reasons she felt like she could stand firm and talk to Edde ¡°I will call you once I get to London¡± Elizabeth said, letting out a forced smile and ended the call.


    Elizabeth checked the time on her phone and it was 45 minutes remaining for her to get ready, she sluggishly took her bath with tears in her eyes, her heart was filled with grieve as thought of her leaving New York ached her so bad, she was never ready to leave the state to another ce even if she ever wished to then it wasn¡¯t supposed to be a forceful thingy.


    Elizabeth wore the ck bodycon jumpsuit Edde kept for her and fitted it with the silver jewelries that gave the outfit a more outstanding look, she slid her legs into the ck Wedge boots and grabbed the white and ck purse to the mirror.


    She looked at her surprisingly bright reflection on the mirror as she shrugged her shoulders twitching her lips sideways. She had expected to look pale with reddish pink eye bags but rather she looked expensive on the outfit she wore!


    ¡°I shouldn¡¯t be looking this exquisite, please¡­¡± She stressed rolling her eyes as she applied some hair treatments to her curly hair that made it bounce to her butt length. She gave the mirror one more nce and smiled at her reflection. She surprisingly loved the outfit she wore.


    Grabbing her bag and heading out of the room, Elizabeth checked her phone to be awed by what the time said ¡°How did I get dressed this long!¡± She Muttered as she stamped her feet carefully down the stairs.


    ¡°What the fuck¡­¡± Edde said turning to the stairs on hearing the clicking shoe sound, his mouth fell open in awe as he sighted Elizabeth. For a few seconds, cat caught his tongue and he couldn¡¯t utter a word ¡°Took you so long!?¡± Edde yelled trying not to seem lost as Elizabeth stared at him expressionlessly.


    ¡°I was tryna look beautiful for Edde Loxley, remember, that was what you requested¡± Elizabeth replied in a smirk as she walked past him to the exterior, Edde was shocked by her attitude as he followed her outside to be sure it was her.


    ¡°Hey! Elizabeth, don¡¯t you dare walk out on me ever again!¡± Edde yelled, pulling her back as she stumbled falling to his chest.


    ¡°I love the smell of your cologne¡± Elizabeth said, holding him tighter and inhaling him, he was shocked by her sudden attitude as he turned to see the maids and the driver staring at them.Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org.


    ¡°Hey! What are you guys staring at!? Go back to your duty posts you jackass¡¯s!¡­ And you!¡± Edde said, clicking his finger at the chauffeur, ¡°Go start the limo, we are leaving immediately!¡± Edde said as they all hurried out, seeing that they were all gone he gently but harshly pulled Elizabeth away.


    ¡°You¡¯re so loony¡­¡±


    ***


    ¡°Wee back Master Edde¡± Two huge men said in unison using that beautiful British ent that always made Elizabeth smile ¡°Wee ma¡¯am¡± they said to Elizabeth who nodded smiling at the view of the house, it was a simple but yet expensive looking house!


    The men pulled their luggage bags in as Elizabeth walked into the house looking dreamingly at it ¡°This ce doesn¡¯t look bad anyways¡± she mumbled audibly as she fell on the ash colored bouncy couch looking up at the ceiling noticing the pretty chandelier hung up, it looked bent like it was gonna fall at anytime but she knew it was just the design.


    Heaving a sigh of relief on getting to their destination after a horrible war with the paparazzi¡¯s and spending a whole day in the ne, that was her first ride in an aerone and she didn¡¯t expect it to be that tiring.


    Her eyes shifted to the floor as she suddenly shouted out her lungs in fear making Edde and the guards hurry In.


    ¡°What¡¯s wrong! The shout was scary Elizabeth!¡± Edde panicked as Elizabeth pointed at the tiles.


    ¡°What kinda tiles is that!?¡± She quivered withdrawing her legs from the Ocean waterfall designed tile as Edde sighed loudly.


    ¡°Really?¡­ Elizabeth, do you live under the rock? That¡¯s a fucking Hologram tile! Who doesn¡¯t know what a Hologram tile is, you local bitch!¡± Edde yelled as he turned to the guards who stared at him in surprise as to the way he spoke to his wife ¡°And what are you both still doing here?¡± Edde asked in a frown as the men hastily left.


    ¡°You didn¡¯t have to be harsh Edde¡± Elizabeth tsk as she matched her legs on the tile to be sure she wouldn¡¯t fall into the flowing water design, confirming it was safe she stood up slightly embarrassed ¡°take me to my room or worst still, Our room¡± she said air quoting the OUR.


    The rest of the day turned out really hectic for Elizabeth and Edde as they arranged their dresses and the room, Edde decided not to have much help around the house for the sake of their privacy so he decided not to get cooks and maids.


    He asionally stole nces at Elizabeth who seemed not to notice his presence as she was so focused on the clothes she arranged, he cleared his throat to get her attention but yet she didn¡¯t turn to him.


    He sighed deeply as he pulled the empty luggage bag into the closet and turned to Elizabeth who was busy perfecting the arrangements.


    ¡°So Elizabeth, I am sure you would like to know the reason we came to London¡± Edde said as Elizabeth sluggishly turned to him lookingzily at him.


    ¡°I do not care, keep your reasons to yourself by the way you never asked me if I wanted toe with you¡± She said bluntly rolling her eyes at him and turning back to the closet, Edde definitely found her response disrespectful but he decided not to react to it for some reasons only him knew.


    ¡°Well, I will still tell you, Briggite has gotten a branch here in London so I am here tounch it¡± Edde announced as Elizabeth ignored him about to walk out, he gripped tightly to her arms making her wince in pain.


    ¡°Get that stinking hand of yours off me you abusive fool!¡± She yelled forcefully yanking her arms off his grip as his sharp fingers scratched her skin causing a slight injury. ¡°Very well, Edde Loxley! I will take a picture of this and send it to your father right away¡± Elizabeth threatened as she grabbed her phone from the bed.


    ¡°Don¡¯t you dare try such nonsense, Elizabeth,¡± Edde said in a warning tone.


    ¡°Just watch me!¡± She said clicking through her phone, Edde panicked as he watched her try dialing his father¡¯s line, he knew how much damage that would cause him and he wasn¡¯t ready to risk it.


    Clearing his throat Edde walked to Elizabeth holding her hand ¡°Please Elizabeth don¡¯t call Reluc, I will do whatever you ask me to do please¡± Edde said calmly as Elizabeth stared at him in awe, she never expected him to be that scared! She never expected him to be scared of his father!


    ¡°You will do anything? Liked, Anything anything?¡± She asked in a wide opened eyes as he nodded Making Elizabeth smile widely.


    She felt the butterfly thingy in her belly knowing that she got Edde Loxley on her fingertips just because of a simple threat! She was happy that she was able to get Edde on his knees as her bestie always told her to, She was finally happy with her sudden progress.


    ¡°Firstly you will take me to the hospital for my first antenatal, you will sit with me so that people will know that a celebrity is my baby daddy¡± Elizabeth said in a cocky smile ¡°Maybe they would respect me too¡± She said giving him a wink.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 22

    I couldn¡¯t fathom how much happiness I felt. Edde was suddenly calm around me and seemed to be careful with whatever he did around me. I felt overly confident with myself and was happy that I won¡¯t be treated like his asset again.


    I gently pulled off the jumpsuit I wore as I watched him go through his phone. Now standing on my lingerie Iy back on the bed tiredly. Sometimes I get confused with howfortable I am with being naked around Edde. Normally I should see it as a big deal that it is.


    I yawned loudly as I stretched my hand and grabbed my phone ¡°What are you doing so engrossed with your phone?¡± I asked, cing my head on the soft headboard.


    ¡°I am tryna order us dinner¡± he replied, still focused on his phone as I sighed.


    ¡°Don¡¯t worry about that, I will fix something better for us¡± I said as he raised his eyes at me.


    ¡°There isn¡¯t any food stuffs nor beverages in the fridge¡± he said as I hissed at his dumb response.


    ¡°We can simply go shopping, it is wrong for a home not to have food items¡± I said as I swung my legs down the bed and headed to the closet to get myself an outfit.


    ¡°And what the hell do you want to do?¡± He said coldly as he stood from the chair in a manner that got me scared as he matched towards me.


    ¡°I¡­ I¡­ I want¡­¡±


    Dear lord, not me melting in his presence! ¡°I want to get me a dress to wear¡± I said, gulping hard as he raised his brows at me.


    ¡°And when did I give you such permission, Elizabeth? Don¡¯t think because you got my little weakness means you can fuck around and I will sit dumb watching you, Never¡­ I will whoop your thick ass when necessary don¡¯t dare me¡± He warned in the most scary manner pushing me aside as I stumbled back nearly falling and sitting my ass on the floor.


    He brought out a hoodie and blue jean trousers as his eyes scanned through it ¡°put this on¡­¡± He said throwing the clothes at me.


    ¡°You didn¡¯t have to throw the clothes on me Edde, learn simple courtesy¡± I mumbled as he grabbed his car keys ignoring me.


    ¡°Meet me in the car¡± He said, swinging the key on his finger and walking through the exit.


    I red at his retreating back until he was out of view as I groaned loudly ¡°Such a dry cunt!¡± I mumbled as I slid into the clothes, I turned to the mirror and smirked at my look. I looked like Billie, turning to my back view. I was happy that the hoodie covered my butt.


    I took my phone and hurried out¡­


    ¡°You do not have to be scared of getting crowded by fans and all, this mall is well secured and such can¡¯t happen¡± Edde assured as we held hands walking into the mall, definitely all eyes and camera¡¯s where fixed on us, the attention we got here is more than the one we got in New York probably because here is his hometown.


    I held tightly on Edde¡¯s arms as we walked into the mall, luckily only few people noticed our presence hence they were all busy shopping, the special treatment we got from the mall attendants amazed me that I felt like Edde owned the mall.


    ¡°Go shop for fruits and veggies while I do beverages and the rest¡± I said tapping on Edde¡¯s shoulders, the Attendant directed us to the section where we could find our needs which made shopping very easy.


    ¡°No way, this milk causes weight loss I don¡¯t want that¡± I mumbled as I scanned my eyes through the racks while I pushed my half filled trolley ¡°I would like to make pancakes tomorrow, it¡¯s been quite long I baked¡± I said throwing two bags of floor into my trolley and continued my shopping humming random sounds that never existed.


    ¡°Hello Miss, I think you dropped this¡± I heard a husky British ent say from behind as I turned to see the brown undercut short haired Asian guy with pretty grey eyes, how does he look Asian and still have a British ent?


    I gulped hard, waving my lustful thoughts to the back of my head as I looked down at his hand to see a $500 note making me gasp dipping my hand into my back pocket ¡°Thanks so much! It must have fallen when I brought my phone out!¡± I Muttered taking the dor bill from him gratefully, I have always warned myself not to go out without a bag or something, I am way too careless ¡°Thanks once again¡± I said in a wide smile as he nodded smiling back at me.


    ¡°It¡¯s really nothing to help damsel¡­ I know you!¡± He said drumming his forehead trying to remember as I watched him marveled by how famous I have Be ¡°Edde Loxley¡¯s wife!? Nice to meet you! You really look more beautiful in reality¡± heplimented making me blush as we shook our hands.


    ¡°Thanks so much Mr¡­¡±


    ¡°I am Alec, Doctor Alec rather¡± he cuts in as I smile.


    ¡°You¡¯re a doctor? That¡¯s nice then? I was nning to visit the hospital for antenatal care so maybe I coulde to your hospital¡±.


    ¡°Oh! That isn¡¯t a problem, I work in The Loxley¡¯s preferred hospital so I am sure Edde will bring you¡± he said in a smile as I noticed that our hands were still interlocked together in a shake.


    ¡°What¡¯s going on here?¡±


    I turned to see Edde looking coldly at us with candy in his mouth, I smiled to ease the tension ¡°Yeah Edde, this is¡­¡± I said, trying to recall his name.


    ¡°Hi sir, I am Alec¡± he introduced in a smile as Edde gazed coldly at him from head to toe obviously making the man ufortable as his eyes drifted to me.


    ¡°And what are you doing with him? Ain¡¯t you supposed to be shopping and minding your business?¡± He asked, slightly raising his voice, that someone from the nextne could possibly hear us.


    ¡°Come on! Edde, this young man just helped me! I would have lost a 500 dor note out of my carelessness¡± I exined hopefully he understands and not create a scene.Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go, I think we have shopped enough¡± He said as I turned to the young man who stood embarrassed by my side.


    ¡°Nice meeting you Alec¡± I said tapping his shoulder and pushed the trolley out making sure I picked whatever groceries I could see.


    Edde paid for the items we bought as we made to the exit, we didn¡¯t say a word to each other the atmosphere between us was choking and I felt so ufortable with his silence and asional gaze, his eyes on me made me feel like I was melting down as I gulped the growing lump in my throat and staring into space to avoid his eyes.


    While he drove I could hear him babbling words angrily as he drove recklessly maneuvering cars like he didn¡¯t care about his life, I held tightly to myself scared with the pace he drove.


    ¡°Edde, what¡¯s wrong with you! Slow down! Your speed level is high!¡± I yelled almost crying as he ignored me driving like a vagabond ¡°Edde, please! Stop this. I don¡¯t know what Is making you this angry but if I caused it I am sincerely sorry, I¡¯m begging you to spare my life¡± I cried.


    ¡°What did I tell you about talking to other guys?¡± He said now slowing down his speed level.


    ¡°Edde, it was nothing serious! I already exined it to you! The young man only helped me¡± I yelled, wiping off my tears as Edde hit his fist hard on the steering wheel angrily.


    ¡°Shut the fuck you Elizabeth! I saw the closeness! The way you held his hand showed that you had something else in mind! You even had the guts to tell him goodbye in my presence like you already liked him!¡± He ranted angrily as he drove into the mansion.


    ¡°Edde, I don¡¯t know what to say to you, you fucking have trust issues and I don¡¯t think I can handle that!¡± I yelled stepping out of the car as I hurried into the building matching my leg up the stairs, getting to the room I mmed the door close and fell to the bed as tears rolled down my cheeks.


    Edde is such a devil! How dare him risk my life all because of his dumb insecurity over me, does he really expect me to treat men like gue?


    ¡°Elizabeth!¡± I heard his thunderous voice yell my name as he pushed the door and mmed it hard behind him, the rage in his eyes got me so scared that I climbed up the bed ¡°Elizabeth aside me has any man touched you!?¡± He asked as I raised my brows confused with his sudden question.


    ¡°Edde, I can¡¯t answer that, what kinda question is that? I have the right to fuck around if I want we are not married for real! You¡¯re just a rapist in form of a baby daddy that I mistakenly fell for, you expect me not to sleep with other cool men when you go around fucking women of different shapes and sizes!¡­ Huh!? You¡¯re such a selfish cunt!¡± I yelled as hended a hard p on my left and right cheeks that I could get the taste of blood in my mouth.


    I could suddenly feel my head spinning as my view was upside-down just then everything around me turned nk.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 23

    I blinked my heavy eyes as I opened it to find everywhere blur, I rubbed my eyes to clear the smudgy view as I turned my eyes to see a doctor and Edde discussing in whispers, I tried sitting up as my headache hard I winced in pains holding my head as I sat up.


    ¡°Hi Mrs Loxley, You¡¯re finally awake, how are you feeling?¡± The doctor asked in a smile as I nodded my head slowly.


    ¡°I am fine, just feeling slight aches in my head¡± I said in my very unclear low voice.


    ¡°Don¡¯t worry you will be fine, I have discussed with your husband about your antenatal care schedule and don¡¯t worry we will make sure you¡¯re not stressed out during these times¡± She said, making me wanna puke on referring to Edde as my husband.


    The monster with long horns¡­


    ¡°And please be careful when next you¡¯re climbing the stairs in order not to fall and pass out again¡± the doctor said as I turned swiftly to Edde whose eyes were fixed on his phone, what kinda lie was that!


    ¡°Alright, thank you doctor¡±


    Edde followed thedy out of the room leaving me all alone in the room, I turned to the pills the doctor rmended to me and the sight alone gave me goosebumps.


    ¡°How sure am I that this isn¡¯t abortion pills¡± I said audibly and sighed staring into space as the door opened revealing Edde who walked in avoiding my gaze. ¡°Edde, how dare you lie to the doctor? Ain¡¯t you ashamed of yourself? Who doesn¡¯t know that hitting a woman is bad and you dare hit me and have the guts to lie that I fell from the god-damn stairs!?¡­ The doctor is equally dumb for believing your lies!¡± I yelled as tears streamed down my cheeks.


    He stood by the door staring at me speechlessly, I could tell that he felt guilty with his actions but definitely his high ego wouldn¡¯t let him admit his wrongs.


    I swung my leg down the bed even if I still felt slight pain in my head, I grabbed my phone and turned back to Edde who stood by the door staring at me like the statue of liberty ¡°Excuse me¡­¡± I said in a cracked voice as I pushed him off my way, I had expected him to question my going out but surprisingly he said nothing.


    I checked my time to see that it was 9pm already which means it¡¯s 4pm in New York hence London is five hours ahead, I thought of calling either my mom or Mnie but I retreated knowing that they would be bothered hearing my cracked voice, I didn¡¯t want anyone to worry about me as if I¡¯m a kid or something.


    I walked down the streets not knowing exactly where I was headed to, seeing that the street was upied with canteens, lights and people gave me the urge to continue my journey to wherever.


    _______


    Edde groaned loudly when he got to the sitting room and didn¡¯t find Elizabeth, he sighed loudly as he checked the wall clock ¡°gosh!, Where has she gone by this time! It¡¯s fuckingte!¡± Edde Muttered ¡°Jack! Nick!¡± Edde called out as the two men in their ck attires hurried in, their guns could be seen in their lower torso ¡°where is my wife?¡±


    ¡°Master, your wife said she needed to get some female stuff at the store down the street¡± Nick said in a bow as Edde tightened his fist in fury.


    ¡°Are you both telling me that you let Elizabeth leave this mansion alone by this time of the night?!¡± Edde yelled as the men flinched speechlessly ¡°Don¡¯t you guys know how to do your jobs again!? You both are my fucking guards and all you guys needed to do was to fucking go with her instead of leaving her to walk alone in a ce she barely knows!¡±


    ¡°We¡¯re sorry Master, but¡­¡±


    ¡°Shut that mouth of yours up! If anything happens to my wife you both are fucking dead!¡± Edde shouted in fury as he left the house¡­ He had called Elizabeth¡¯s line several times but she refused to pick up which even bothered him the most!


    Walking down the street frustratedly and continually hissing, He ran his fingers through his hair confused on where to go find Elizabeth, the street was a little bit crowded and that made it hard to find her, he walked down the street peeping into the corners he saw but there was no sign of her.


    ¡°Why has she decided to frustrate me this much! She didn¡¯t have to leave the mansion to cry or do whatever she wanted¡± He mumbled as his eyes shifted to an ice cream shop which was already closing, he thought of approaching the people in the shop but knowing that he would only create much attention for himself he decided not to ask.


    Elizabeth on the other hand had cried her heart out that she was finally okay, it seemed like crying was her pill at that moment.


    She wiped off her tears and sniffled the spicy aroma that came from the beef that was being roasted at the corner ¡°I should get that before my lungs cuts off¡± she mumbled audibly walking towards the middle aged man who roasted the beef, she was lucky that he didn¡¯t have customers crowding him at that time hence it was alreadyte.


    ¡°Hello sir, please how much do you sell your roasted beef?¡± She asked in an unclear low voice due to her endless cries.


    ¡°Two dors each¡­¡± He replied as Elizabeth smiled.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    Maybe she¡¯d spent her $500 eating the beef, she thought salivating to the roasted beef.


    ¡°Can I just eat as it¡¯s on fire? I don¡¯t mind eating all of it and don¡¯t worry I will pay¡± Elizabeth requested hopefully he epts.


    ¡°No big deal, you¡¯re free hence you¡¯re probably myst customer for the day¡± he said handing her chopsticks.


    Eating the beef made Elizabeth forget that she was crying some moments ago, she hummed softly shaking her head as she devoured the meat, the middle aged man stared at her amazed wondering what a beautifuldy like Elizabeth would be doing outside at that time of the night and wasn¡¯t acting like she was ready to go back home at anytime.


    ¡°Elizabeth!¡± Hearing her name Elizabeth turned to see Edde standing with his two hands filling his pockets, Elizabeth Turned back and continued eating the beef ignoring Edde¡¯s presence.


    ¡°Elizabeth, pleasee let¡¯s go home¡± Edde said in a pleading tone as Elizabeth sighed, turning to him.


    ¡°As you can see, I am busy,¡± Elizabeth replied, turning back and continued eating.


    ¡°Alright, I will pay for the beef and he will pack all for you¡± Edde offered, making Elizabeth smile at the man and winked at him happily, at least she gets to save her money.


    She turned back to him, keeping a stern expression ¡°Fine!¡± She said dropping the chopsticks.


    Getting back home Edde heaved a sigh of relief on finally getting Elizabeth home and in a good state, if not¡­ What would he have to exin?


    Elizabeth grabbed the packaged beef from him as she headed to the back door which led to the pool at the back of the house.


    ¡°Come on Elizabeth! At leaste take off your clothes I am sure your bum would be sweaty from the tight jeans!¡± Edde said as Elizabeth ignored him mming the door behind her.


    Sitting on the lounge chair at the side of the pool, she ate the beef quietly staring into the pool, she was so lost in lust of the pool that she didn¡¯t know when her beef finished ¡°Maybe I should try swimming and get my body chilly¡± She mumbled taking off her hoodie revealing her lingerie bra and unbuttoned her pants. Soon she was standing in front of the pool half naked contemting if she should still swim or not.


    Edde on the other hand stood up at the balcony staring down at Elizabeth, he gulped repeatedly trying hard to control himself from going down and smashing her ass right under the pool ¡°Why does she have all the curves alone!¡± Edde Muttered salivating to her body, he hasn¡¯t had sex ever since he learnt that Elizabeth was pregnant for him, not that he didn¡¯t want to but he wasn¡¯t just in the mood! All his mind could think of was how to get rid of Elizabeth.


    Now getting Elizabeth to marry him turned out to be the worst temptation, he was supposed avoid her to the fullest and resist having sex with her again but NO! Her banging body was too calling for him to let go of her, after their shower sex Edde forever wished to have her under him forever and that was insane because he has never craved a woman to that extent.


    He watched as Elizabeth slid into the blue light pool making her curly hair drip sexily around her skin. He needed her so badly! He watched her swim from end to end wiggling her legs which made her squashy bum wiggle uncontrobly ¡°I can¡¯t hold this!¡± He muttered as he dashed out of the room.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 24

    Edde stood by the pool side letting his shorts slip to the floor as he watched Elizabeth¡¯s bum jiggle as she swam, she swam back as she raised her head up the water in order to catch her breath just for her to sight Edde on his tight boxer shorts which outlined his privates creating a huge thick bulge.


    She gulped down the growing lump on her throat as she stared at his bare chest followed by his tight abs! His broad shoulders and muscles were to die for, he looked so smoking hot that she wished he would turn his back for her to get a glimpse of his beautiful lion face tattoo.


    How can a cruel Man like him be so perfect! Her head screamed as she blinked trying to get herself together even if it was had to take her eyes off him, he was still her Edde Loxley and would forever be even if she hates him, he is the only man she found sexually attractive and otherwise, she was obsessed with him! She felt clingy over him even when he was not at her reach.


    So how possible is it that her feelings towards him would die in just a twinkle of an eye!?


    Watching him Walk towards the pool sent shivers down her spine as she froze watching the hottie take closer steps to her, was he gonna join her in the pool? They would literally be half naked together inside the pool!


    She gulped hard as she watched him slide into the pool now standing right next to her his warm breath sweeping past her face¡­ Yeah that was how close they were!


    For some reason the chill pool water burnt Elizabeth¡¯s skin, her body became hot in his presence making her wonder what he was doing to her mentally.


    ¡°I just want to fuck you so hard right here right now Elizabeth Albie Loxley¡± Edde grunts in a husky voice  as he grabbed her bum pulling her into his body, the way hisst name sounded amongst her name¡¯s weed butterflies into her belly, she loved the sound of it.


    She moans softly on the feels of his big hands on her bum, he grabbed it like his birthright!


    ¡°Then fuck me¡­ Right here Right now¡± she said in-between her breathes repeating his lines, She really permitted him to fuck her, she permitted him willingly! That wasn¡¯t her obliging to the contract rules but that was her craving him just like he craved her.


    She was surprised by the boldness in which she said FUCK ME but¡­ It is what it is!


    He leaned his head close to her neck as he sniffled the sweet fragrance of her body lotion, heid a soft kiss on her neck kissing her to her shoulder as his hands traced its way into her panties and grabbed her thick ass so hard that she let out soft moan.


    She wrapped her legs around his torso as he kissed her lips into redness making it slightly swollen, he traced his left hand to her left nipple pinching it so hard that she moaned loudly in his mouth, she felt both pain and pleasure but more of pleasure as he had made her nipples so hard that she wanted his warm mouth on them.


    ¡°I don¡¯t do Romance Elizabeth, don¡¯t ever expect me to make love to you because I don¡¯t know how to do that and¡­ And I don¡¯t love you, all I want is just to fuck your butt hole till I¡¯m satisfied¡± he said softly to her ear making her gulp the growing lump on her throat nervously, she knew that Edde doesn¡¯t make love and she knew that he didn¡¯t love her but still she felt rejected with the way he said it.


    ¡°You might feel more pains than pleasure but you just have to endure and have it at heart that this isn¡¯t for your pleasure but mine and I love fucking hard¡± he said in a husky tone making Elizabeth nearly choke in her breath, the way he talk about the sex made it sound scary but still she needed it he led her on already and she was soaking horny, she didn¡¯t want to ask him how hard he was gonna fuck her, she didn¡¯t want to ruin the moment at all.


    ¡°Just fuck me as you want it, I definitely can handle it just know that I¡¯m with your baby¡± Her voice was a little bit shaky but she tried her best to keep it steady and not sound scared.


    ¡°I don¡¯t care Elizabeth¡± He said giving her a quick peck as he raised her up from the water and made her sit on the pavement, he stared lustfully at her from her dripping wet hair down to her hips as he gulped making his Adams apple swing up and down ¡°Don¡¯t let any other man touch you or see you naked¡± He said in an authoritative tone as she nodded nervously.


    ¡°Now take off the pants¡± Edde ordered coldly but in a possessive manner as she obliged to hismand pulling off the lingerie within seconds, she needed him desperately at that point! She couldn¡¯t wait to see what he nned on doing to her.


    ¡°Spread your legs wide open¡± he ordered as she did exactly that ¡°Now make use of your fingers, pleasure yourself until you cum¡± He ordered as Elizabeth¡¯s face dropped in a frown, she couldn¡¯t imagine how weird it was gonna be finger fucking herself till she ejacte!


    ¡°Thought you said you were gonna fuck me hard, why don¡¯t you just do it¡± Elizabeth said sounding like a kid being starved, she sounded desperate.


    ¡°Elizabeth fucking do it!, Don¡¯t question me!¡± Edde yelled, pissed off by her attitude, Elizabeth flinched on the loudness of his voice and the seriousness in his eyes showed how serious he was.


    Elizabeth looked down at her widely spread cunt which smiled at Edde, she felt kinda nervous with the way he looked at her cunt he had hunger in his eyes and he yearned for her so badly but he still wanted her to pleasure herself.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    He needed Elizabeth to be bad for him¡­


    Dipping her hand in and out of her very tight cunt Elizabeth felt so ufortable doing such in front of Edde it was the weirdest thing she has ever done¡­ Masturbating when she has a dick right in front of her, she finger fucked herself in a faster pace hoping to feel the supposed pleasure but no!¡­ All she felt was disgust and nothing more.


    ¡°Fuck it!¡­ Edde I am fucking done with this shit, if you don¡¯t want to fuck me, fine! But don¡¯t ever make me do this shit again!¡± Elizabeth yelled angrily ¡°I¡¯m outta here¡± She said physically pissed off as she tried to get up.


    ¡°You don¡¯t have the right to walk out on me!¡± Edde¡¯s harsh voice lingered in her ear as he pulled her back into the water pinning her body on the wall surrounding the pool ¡°you owe me your body and I am allowed to have it anytime, anywhere till I am satisfied and you don¡¯t have a fucking say over it hence you¡¯re with me, you fucking do whatever I ask you to do! Don¡¯t push me to torture you because that is gonna be hard for you to handle_ Even if this marriage is just for a while it is real for the time being Elizabeth! You¡¯re my fucking wife for two years, we are married legally and you bear myst name too and all this means that I own you!¡­. What the fuck I¡¯m I saying, you fucking read the rules and you signed! I didn¡¯t hold your hand while you signed it! You¡¯re officially mine!¡± Edde yelled angrily at her face as she stared into the pool water with a droplet of her tears dropping into the water, she was definitely scared of him. He made her so ufortable.


    All he said was the truth! She was legally his wife for two years and it was signedwfully¡­ She really should respect him.


    ¡°I am sorry Edde, don¡¯t just hurt me¡± Elizabeth pleaded as tears streamed uncontrobly down her cheeks.


    ¡°At least you won¡¯t go unpunished for disobeying me and trying to leave me horny, I still gotta fuck¡± Edde said coldly as he turned her over to the wall making her thick ass face his cock.


    Few minutes ago she yearned to have him inside of her but now she feared him more than she could possibly fear Lucifer, she feared whatever he wanted to do to her! She feared the condition she would be in after having him smash her hard.


    He aggressively unhooked her bra and yanked it off throwing it somewhere anywhere in the pool, he pulled off his boxer shorts letting it float in the water.


    He rubbed his hard six inches erection around her butt hole as he yed with her already red swollen breast, pinching the nipples Elizabeth gasped in pain due to the hardness in which he used to pinch it.


    ¡°Edde¡­ Pl¡­ please let me go you¡¯re hurting me¡± Elizabeth cried out even if she knew that her pleas were in vain.


    Edde slowly turned her head and kissed her red swollen lips, she couldn¡¯t kiss back hence she wasn¡¯t enjoying nothing he was doing, she felt pain with every move he took.


    ¡°Don¡¯t disrespect me ever again¡± Edde said softly as he pecked her lips slightly withdrawing from her body and holding firmly on her hips as he slid his erection slowly into her butt hole making her gasp creating an O with her mouth and biting her lips hard with tightly shut eyes.


    She tried holding tightly on the pavement while he fucked her ass but every single hard thrust made her hands slip off the pavement tile.


    Letting out a loudly painful moan and biting her lips in order not to attract the guards, Edde increased the pace of his thrust ¡°Oh!¡­ Ohf¡­ Oh fuck! Edde my butt hole hurts please pull off I¡¯m begging you!¡± Elizabeth cried out as Edde immediately pulled off and turned her over, making her face him.


    ¡°I am sure your pussy doesn¡¯t hurt, so let¡¯s continue with it¡±


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 Chapter 25

    ¡°I am sure your pussy doesn¡¯t hurt, so let¡¯s continue with it¡±  He said in a voice void of emotions.


    ¡°No please don¡¯t do this to me Edde I am begging you, let me go tonight and I promise tomorrow I will be submissive¡± Elizabeth pleaded in a low teary voice as Edde smirked ¡°Edde I¡¯m in pains already, I can¡¯t handle any more fucks¡­ Even if you don¡¯t want to show me Mercy, at least do it for your unborn baby¡± Elizabeth pleaded. Hopefully he epts, but¡­


    Edde stared into her teary eyes as he hissed in guilt, he hated himself for feeling  guilty but the tears and pain in her eyes show how badly he hurt her.


    He pulled her in a bridal style and took her back to the room. He could tell how weak she was with how pale shey on the bed. He felt so bad that he put her in such a condition.


    For the first time he felt like a monster for not knowing how to make love, Elizabeth wasn¡¯t a whore to love rough sex and she was equally new to the sex world but¡­ He didn¡¯t know how to have normal sex! He loves rough sex alone.


    ¡°How are you feeling?¡± He asked calmly as he spread a duvet on Elizabeth¡¯s shivering body.


    ¡°I feel pains all over my body and my butt hole is on fire, I feel so sore¡± she said in a teary voice as tears streamed down to her ears, Edde hissed at her condition as he made to the first aid box, he sorted out some pain relieving drugs.


    ¡°Just drink this and probably you will be fine in the morning, I am sorry¡± he found himself saying as Elizabeth turned her head swiftly looking at him amazed that he apologized, he has high ego and doesn¡¯t apologize so it surprised her.


    Their eyes locked together creating an awkward silence between them ¡°I will just take off my clothes and join you in bed¡± Edde said trying to lighten up the awkward moment.


    ¡°Goodnight¡­¡± Elizabeth whispered and shut her eyes trying hard to sleep.


    ______


    The next morning  Elizabeth woke up with severe pain around her body. She batted her eyes due to the brightness of the morning sun as she opened her eyes and turned to the other side of the bed to see that she was on bed alone.


    ¡°I must have over slept, where has he gone so early¡± Elizabeth mumbled in a sigh as she tried sitting up but rather felt a sharp pain around her body and in-between her legs, she hissed in pain as she forced herself up ¡°The fuck!¡± She muttered frustratedly.


    She stretched her hands to her phone grabbing it ¡°it¡¯s just 8am why is he already out? Where has he gone so early¡± she mumbled audibly as she swung her leg down the bed. She stood up tiredly and tried taking a step but the soreness in between her legs caused her severe pain, making her remember her tragic encounter with Edde the previous night.


    She limped towards the bathroom to have a quick hot bath to reduce the soreness she felt, after taking her bath she slipped into a simple pajamas and grabbed her phone ¡°hope Edde won¡¯t rip off this clothe tho¡± She mumbled as she limped out of the room, she was kinda worried as she hasn¡¯t seen or heard from Edde ¡°I shouldn¡¯t care about him, he doesn¡¯t deserve it¡± Elizabeth said as her phone beeped and vibrated on her hand she checked the screen to see that it was a text from Edde.


    Baby Daddy:


    I¡¯m at work, needed to sort things out quickly, I wille back soon to take you to the hospital.


    She read inaudibly and rolled her eyes, she boredly headed to the pool as her eyes caught her lingerie floating on the water, Elizabeth gasped in shock as the sudden wave of embarrassment hit her.


    ¡°How on Earth did I forget this!¡± She hissed in embarrassment, face palming herself ¡°The hell! Edde caused this mess!¡­ I really hope the guards haven¡¯t seen this, which I¡¯m sure they definitely have!¡± Elizabeth muttered as she grabbed the used in cleaning the pool water and fished out the lingerie.


    She squeezed out the water from the dripping soaked lingerie as she hissed in anger ¡°I will just go make me something to eat before it¡¯s toote¡± she mumbled as she limped back inside the mansion.


    Edde sat on the swivel chair as his eyes focused on the emails his P. A Nelly showed him on theptop ¡°How sure are you that thesepanies won¡¯t dupe us with fake coboration?¡± Edde asked coldly, raising his eyes to his P. A who stood in front of him quietly with her hands behind her.


    ¡°Uhm, Sir we can simply ept the coboration invitation from Norbz and Fitz hence they are tested and trusted¡± She clumsily suggested shrugging her shoulder ¡°And reject the offer from the rest of them¡± She added.


    ¡°Hmm, Yeah Norbz and Fitz are genuinepanies so, just go do your job¡± Edde said pushing theptop back to her ¡°And, Nelly what is that in your mouth? How many times do I have to warn you about chewing gum on duty?¡± Edde asked, making Nelly freeze at the spot she stood, ¡°Take it out Now and leave my office¡± Edde ordered coldly as she spat the gum into her palm and hurried out of the office.


    Heaving a sigh of relief Edde took the Air conditioner remote and increased it as he ced his legs on the table and leaning his back on the swivel chair, he was obviously tired after a long night watching Elizabeth sleep and making sure she wasfortable.


    Edde has never felt guilty to that extent before and he sincerely felt bad with the condition he left Elizabeth, at some point he feared that she was gonna lose the baby due to the way she shivered.


    Shutting his eyes tightly and trying hard not to think of Elizabeth, her painful moans and pleas kept hunting his brain as the scene kept reying in his head.


    The vibration and ringing of his phone interrupted his thoughts as he sighed tiredly grabbing his phone, his eyes widened in shock on seeing the caller¡¯s ID as he hesitantly swiped to the answer icon.


    ¡°Sadie, why did you decide to call today?¡± Edde said in a low tone, hopefully she hears him.


    ¡°Come on Edde Loxley! We haven¡¯t seen or called for two years and I am sure you missed me alot, I am back to London!¡± Sadie said in a cheerful squeal as Edde sat up in a rush, he knew how bad it would be for him and Elizabeth if she¡¯s back¡­ Sadie is fucking clingy around him.


    Sadie Hat-field was Edde¡¯s ex-girlfriend until she cheated on him with her boss, she was his high school sweetheart! She was the first woman he ever loved, even after the cheating incident he still loved her so much.


    Sadie and Edde had a secret affair that they both swore not to open up to the public no matter what, all because Sadie imed to hate public rtionships, Edde understood her and agreed with her thinking that she only needed privacy in their rtionship unknown to him that she did all that to keep him and be the official cover girl of the biggest modelling agency B&W by sleeping with the C. E. O.


    Edde felt so hurt and betrayed but swore to forever forget her even if it was hard for him, and now that he forgot her and moved on with Elizabeth shees back!?


    ¡°Sadie, I thought you were given an apartment and you had a free life in L. A so¡­?¡± Edde asked, confused by her sudden return as Sadie hissed.


    ¡°Come on Edde, I missed you and L. A was never fun without you so I came running back to my De De¡± fuck that name! He totally forgot about it. ¡°I know that you have a wife now, although I wonder why the rush but we both know that you love me and not her¡±.


    ¡°Look Sadie, we don¡¯t have anything to do with each other again we broke up two years ago and I have forgotten you so you should also forget me, I don¡¯t love you anymore I love my wife so please¡­¡± Edde said calmly, Making Sadie scoff.


    ¡°I know this ising because I cheated on you, look Dede I love you and not my boss I only fucked him to get to the position I am today!¡­ Well whatever, I aming over tomorrow to see you and your new slut!¡±N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    ¡°No you¡¯re not Sadie, My wife won¡¯t like to see you so stay clear and ¡­¡±


    ¡°Byeee¡­¡± She said and hung up as Edde groaned loudly, roughly dropping his phone on the table.


    ¡°I expected that! Why the fuck did shee back! I can¡¯t deal with Sadie, she¡¯s a bitch and will definitely make trouble with Elizabeth¡± Edde Muttered frustratedly as he ran his fingers through his ck hair.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 26

    Waiting fully dressed on the bed for Edde toe pick me I dialed my mom¡¯s line but surprisingly she didn¡¯t answer so I texted her, just as I was about calling Mnie my phone rang showing her caller ID making me grin excitedly and swiped to the answer icon.


    ¡°Hey Mel, I was about to call you and you coincidentally called, how are you doing and how are lectures going?¡± I asked in a wide smile as Mel took a deep breath. I¡¯m sure that came with an eye roll.


    ¡°Well, college is bing boring and I think I¡¯m gonna drop out soon¡± she replied in a sigh as my  mouth fell open with her crazy response.


    ¡°You¡¯re better than that Mnie! We are fucking in our final year in college! It¡¯s only a few months remaining for us to graduate, so why don¡¯t youplete school and get the certificate¡­ I wonder where you got this drop out idea from¡± I said in a frown as she hissed.


    ¡°What about Mrs Loxley? Have you started your online ss?¡± She asked as I twitched my lips, it¡¯s crazy that I haven¡¯t even asked Edde about his ns about it.


    ¡°I haven¡¯t started yet, tryna get used to the environment first¡±


    ¡°And Edde? How is he treating you?¡± She asked, making me almost choke on my breath.


    ¡°Uhm, Edde and I are coping quite well I must say¡± I lied, hopefully she believes and doesn¡¯t push my button.


    ¡°Oh wow! Really didn¡¯t expect such a reply¡± She said amusement filled in her voice as I heard Edde¡¯s car honk and car screaming.


    ¡°I gotta go, Edde is here to take me to the hospital, I have an appointment with the doctor concerning my antenatal¡­ Bye!¡± I blew kisses and ended the call as I grabbed my bag and headed to the mirror checking out myself. It¡¯s quite crazy that Edde had to call me to pick an outfit for me!


    I limped towards his Lamborghini truck parked outside, I felt awkward by the way I limped and I feared that people might dictate what happened to me.


    Entering the car and mming the door shut, I hissed in pain.


    ¡°Why are you limping?¡± Edde asked as I turned my head swiftly at him, does he really expect me to answer that question?


    ¡°I¡¯m fine, let¡¯s just go,¡± I said, staring out of the window as his eyes on me made me feel ufortable. He scoffed and shaked his head slightly, biting his lips.


    ¡°Elizabeth, is this all because of the sex? Did I hurt you?¡± He asked as I gulped at the awkwardness of his question.


    ¡°Even if it was, will you take the pains away in a finger snap or by fucking me again?¡± I asked, rolling my eyes at him as he hissed, turning the ignition switch.


    The drive was a quiet one and it seemed like that was exactly what I needed! A fucking quiet drive but Edde kept stealing annoying nces at me.


    Soon we got to the hospital, he drove into the driveway and packed at the lot as we got down and walked hand in hand inside with his hands wrapped around my waist ¡°Edde, you¡¯re holding me too tight, I¡¯d really appreciate it if you free your hands from my waist¡± I said in whispers as we walked through the lobby with numerous eyes on us, I was just so happy that no one had us on camera because that makes me hell ufortable.


    We got to the counter to see a skinny whitedy going through some papers, she was obviously busy.


    ¡°Hi, we came to see Doctor Raphael. Is he in?¡± Edde asked calmly with an expression I could never exin.


    ¡°Hello Mr/Mrs Loxley, nice having you. The Doctor is in his office and he is expecting you¡± thedy said grinning from ear to ear which I wondered why she was so damn excited¡­ I mean it¡¯s obvious that she sees Edde alot ¡°Ma¡¯am please can you sign your autograph in my book?¡± She asked in a wide cheerful smile, dropping her book in front of me.


    I looked down at the book nervously as I gulped hard in thought of what to sign, it was crazy to me hence I haven¡¯t done this before but¡­ Maybe I should use the font style I learnt from Mel and sign my name.


    ¡°Done¡± I said, shifting the book back to her as Edde pulled me out. I noticed how impatient he was all those while but he obviously endured to avoid spreading bad news of him being arrogant.


    Sitting in therge white painted office of the doctor, Edde discussed how the antenatal will go and all just to make sure I¡¯mfortable at these times.


    ¡°Not to worry Mr Loxley, I will make sure your wife gets the best care ever and to achieve that I will get her a personal doctor to help her¡± the doctor said in a smile as we both nodded.


    ¡°I think that would be preferable¡± I said as the doctor picked his telephone and dialed a number ¡°You cane in now¡± the doctor simply said as the door opened immediately, I and Edde turned towards the door as my eyes fell open and my mouth ajar. Isn¡¯t this the guy from the mall? Edde¡¯s eyes were focused on him and I could tell that he was trying to remember him.


    ¡°Wait! Are you the guy from the mall?¡± Edde asked harshly as the young man nodded, making Edde turn red in anger.


    ¡°Hope there is no problem Mr Loxley?¡± The doctor said as Edde turned swiftly to the doctor.


    ¡°Oh yes there is a problem!¡± Edde yelled.


    ¡°No there isn¡¯t any problem¡± I corrected and gave a fake smile to the doctor who nodded as I turned to Edde e on Edde you can¡¯t still be thinking this far towards this man, I don¡¯t know him and nothing is happening between us and nothing will happen so chill and let him do his job¡­ Please don¡¯t create a scene here¡± I pleaded in whispers as Edde turned back to the doctor who stood speechlessly by the door.


    ¡°Doctor Raphael, do you have any other doctor for Elizabeth?¡± Edde asked as the doctor shaked his head negatively.


    ¡°All our doctors are busy and we specially chose Doctor Alec for your wife because he is a devoted doctor and he will train her better¡±


    ¡°At least you would have gotten a female doctor for her,¡± Edde said angrily, sighing deeply.


    ¡°I get your fear Sir but you shouldn¡¯t be scared, Alec is a very responsible man and will never make advances towards your wife¡± The doctor assured as Edde heaved a sigh of relief and stood up.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°Alright then, thanks for today she will be back tomorrow¡± Edde said as we headed out.


    Throughout the drive back home I could tell that Edde wasn¡¯t happy with Alec being my doctor, once we got back home he left me to the room, getting to the room I saw him walking to and fro of the room babbling audibly.


    ¡°Edde what¡¯s wrong?¡± I asked as I sat on the bed pulling my head up in a bun.


    ¡°Elizabeth, don¡¯t ever do what you did at the hospital ever again! Don¡¯t you ever cut me short when I wanna talk, I took this lightly but next time you won¡¯t like me¡­ Really¡± he said as he threw his phone on the couch, I watched him confused by the level of his anger as he pulled off his clothes and walked into the bathroom.


    I sighed deeply rolling my eyes to space as my belly grumbled loudly reminding me that I only ate in the morning and needed to eat more ¡°yeah! I still have some bacons and eggs left, after a short sleep I will make something else for dinner¡± I mumbled as I helped myself up from the bed and headed to the door as Edde¡¯s phone vibrated.


    ¡°Edde your phone got a notification!¡± I called out but he possibly didn¡¯t hear me due to the running water noise, I grabbed the phone as my eyes caught the name that sent the text. ¡°Who the heck did he save with a love emoji?¡± I mumbled, I thought of clicking on the text but hesitated, after a little thought I clicked on it curious to know his connection with the love emoji person.


    On reading the first paragraph of the text I felt like I was choking on my breath.


    ¡°Love emoji¡±


    Darling remember I¡¯ming to see you tomorrow, I was thinking if you could possibly send your wife to somewhere else so that we can have a loving time together, I haven¡¯t had sex in a long time and I really want a rough sex¡­ See you when I see you sweetie xoxo.


    I read as tears streamed down my cheeks which I immediately wiped off ¡°why am I crying?¡± I muttered throwing the phone back to the couch, he doesn¡¯t love me and I am no longer clingy towards him like before so he can fuck around as he wants right?¡­


    I felt so hurt knowing that Edde fucks another woman aside me, I hated myself for feeling bad but I couldn¡¯t control the hurt and tears.


    I quickly hurried out of the room once the running water sound stopped.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 27

    Elizabeth stood by the mirror straightening her hair as she kept ring scornfully at Edde¡¯s reflection on the mirror, he was so focused on his phone that he didn¡¯t even care to check out the outfit he made her wear or just look at her for once at least, she felt invisible ¡°I¡¯m sure he is texting or sexting his lover, he never paid attention to me this much¡± she thought and hissed loudly hoping Edde would hear her loud hiss and look up at her and at least inquire what bothered her but no, he seemed not to have heard her hiss.


    ¡°Edde please dress up you¡¯reing with me¡± Elizabeth said now turning to him with her hands ced firmly on her waist.


    ¡°I can¡¯te with you, antenatal is for women and not for couples¡± at least he agrees that we are a couple, Elizabeth thought, rolling her eyes heavenward.


    ¡°I don¡¯t care who it is meant for, remember I told you that if you don¡¯te with me Amma call your dad so. You¡¯reing with me¡± she woofed as Edde sighed sitting up.


    ¡°Elizabeth, please understand that..¡±


    ¡°Are you expecting anyone or something?¡± She asked, raising her left brows as Edde scoffed, shrugging his shoulders.


    ¡°NO!¡± he stressed ¡°why would you think that? I will be going to work soon so I just want to have a little rest before it¡¯s time¡± he replied as Elizabeth smirked in amazement, how on Earth does he lie so good that I almost believe him!


    ¡°Whatever, suit yourself and do well to pick me when the time is right, I should be done by 3pm¡± Elizabeth said, grabbing her bag and heading out of the room still pissed off by Edde¡¯s truthful lies.


    She sighted Edde¡¯s chauffeur standing by the car and holding on the door knob waiting for her, she was surprised on seeing a chauffeur because she never saw one around and didn¡¯t know that Edde had a chauffeur in London she only knew the one in New York, she had thought she would be booking an Uber.


    ¡°Hello ma¡¯am, good afternoon¡± the man greeted politely as Elizabeth smiled at him.


    ¡°Hi¡­¡± She said inly with her eyes fixed on the luxurious car in front of her, a fucking Benz taking her to the fucking hospital? Why!? That¡¯s fucking too much! Her head screamed.


    ¡°Uhm, there are lots of cars here, why did you choose the Benz?¡± Elizabeth asked curiously as her eyes fixed on the jet ck car, she couldn¡¯t afford being the eyes of everyone at the hospital when Edde wasn¡¯t with her. She would miss her steps in embarrassment.


    ¡°I just thought it would be more ssy for you¡± The man replied, lowering his gaze, scared that he might lose his job.


    ¡°Oh no! I¡¯m fucking going to the hospital and not some Vogue award show! Just get a simple car please¡± Elizabeth said and sighed checking the time on her phone ¡°hurry up¡± she added as the man nodded and entered the car driving it back into the garage and driving back out with a simple Toyota Coro making Elizabeth relieved that there was such a car in the garage.


    Taking a deep breath she walked into the hospital building as thoughts of how antenatal care session is, all the pregnancy issues were already getting on her nerves.


    Looking down at her belly she sighed deeply, shaking her head. Her belly wasn¡¯t as t as it used to be before she was almost in the second month of her pregnancy and her belly was already creating a bump. Soon her belly would be big enough to show that she is pregnant.


    ¡°Would I be able to leave the house when my belly gets bigger? I¡¯m fucking gonna be nervous because I am still young!¡± She muttered to herself as she walked into the lobby.


    ¡°Hi Mrs Loxley¡± A masculine voice called from the corner as she turned to see her appointed doctor standing by an entrance and smiling genuinely at her.


    ¡°Hello doc¡­¡± Elizabeth greeted and flushed a short smile.


    ¡°Come with me¡± he said  walking into an entrance that led to another lobby as they entered an office where his name DOCTOR ALEC was engraved boldly above to show his ownership of the office.


    ¡°So how is the future mom doing?¡± He asked, sitting on his swivel chair as Elizabeth sat on the chair facing him as she cleared her throat awkwardly because of his question, holding firmly to her bag.


    ¡°Well, I am fine¡± she answered inly as the doctor stared at her speechlessly for a couple of seconds smiling at her.


    ¡°So Mrs Loxley, let¡¯s talk about you and the baby¡± the doctor said as she sat up clearing her throat nervously ¡°but first I will run a test on you just to check the condition of the baby and also the gender¡± He added in a cheerful smile.


    ¡°Uhm, please can you do the test tomorrow? I really want my husband to see the baby with me¡± She said and beamed a fake smile.


    ¡°Oh yes that¡¯s important, tomorrow for the test then¡­ So for a start I would like to know how you have been feeling, I mean is the pregnancy causing you difort or do you feel so good andfortable?¡± The doctor asked as Elizabeth twitched her lips thinking through her experience as a pregnant young girl.


    ¡°I really haven¡¯t felt any difort of any kind yet not even the cravings people talk about, and also I don¡¯t feelfortablepletely¡± she exined as the doctor jotted some notes down and raised his eyes back to her.


    ¡°All pregnant women have different symptoms and even if you haven¡¯t started getting symptoms of the baby it will surelye soon, you just have to learn to control yourself because Pregnancy mood swings can possibly make you kill someone if you¡¯re not in control of yourself¡­ And many other symptoms you might feel, but don¡¯t panic or feel crazy when ites¡± he advised as I nodded.


    Soon the doctor was done talking to me, the antenatal session ended faster than I imagined and the doctor exined that it was because it¡¯s my first day.


    I trailed through the lobby out of the hospital building as I checked my phone time to see that I only spent an hour in the hospital, I clicked on my contact list about to dial Edde¡¯s line but I held myself back ¡°I really need to catch him in the act so that he wouldn¡¯t deny¡±.


    ¡°Hello ma¡¯am you¡¯re through already, that was so fast¡± the chauffeur said hurrying towards Elizabeth as he took her bag leading her to the car ¡°when will I fucking get used to this treatment!¡± Her head screamed as she entered the car.


    Driving back home Elizabeth¡¯s eyes caught a mall which passed by the speed drive of the chauffeur, she thought of telling him to drive back to the mall so that she can purchase some of the fruits the doctor suggested for and her unborn child but, she waved it off she was eager to catch Edde cheating or doing something with another woman.


    She sighed deeply biting her lips hard knowing that even if she sees Edde with his lover she wouldn¡¯t still do nothing to him other than reporting to his dad and that would be dumb as fuck.


    ¡°Please can you speed up a little?¡± She asked as the chauffeur nodded and increased his speed.


    Soon they got back to the mansion as the chauffeur parked in front of the car and made toe down ¡°Never mind I will open the door myself, just go pack the car¡± Elizabeth said in a smile as she made a move to step out of the car but stopped and turned back to the chauffeur.


    ¡°Any problem ma¡¯am?¡±


    ¡°Can you help me get something at the mall downtown?¡± Elizabeth asked as the man nodded quickly in a smile ¡°Okay that¡¯s nice¡­¡± She said as she brought out a pen from her bag ¡°can I get a piece of paper from you?¡± She asked as the man searched his pockets and scribbled out a piece of paper.


    ¡°Here ma¡¯am¡±


    Elizabeth wrote down the fruits the doctor suggested for her and handed the paper back to him.


    ¡°Get all the fruits you see there, buy lots of them because I will store them in the fridge so I won¡¯t have to run out of fruits quickly¡­ And here is the cash for it¡± she said handing him some dor notes ¡°I will be waiting¡± she said and came down from the car.


    She walked tiredly towards the entrance of the house ¡°she should surely be here by now, she can¡¯t possibly have gone because this is just 1:30pm it¡¯s still early¡± she mumbled pushing the door opened and tip toeing up the stairs, she thanked her stars that the guards weren¡¯t in sight to find her awkward with the way she tiptoed.


    Standing in front of their room door she leaned her ear closer hopefully she hears some moans or groans of any kind ¡°Dear Lord I¡¯m dumb! How could I forget that this is a soundproof door?¡± She cursed in whispers as she hissed slowly opening the door.


    She peeped her head in clumsily as her eyes caught Edde¡­


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    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 28

    ¡°What¡¯s going on?¡± Elizabeth gasped as she entered inside the room staring at Edde whoy on the bed sleeping peacefully and snoring loudly ¡°I thought he said he was gonna go to work today? Is he that tired?¡± She mumbled as she kept her bag on the couch walking towards the bed hey.


    She sneered at herself ¡°I tiptoed all this way expecting to see something crazy but I rather saw him sleeping¡± she said shaking her head at her clumsiness as her eyes glued to his face, he looked so handsome and less dangerous sleeping.


    ¡°You should sleep often¡± Elizabeth mumbled in between her breath as she stood from the bed stretching her body tiredly headed to the bathroom ¡°Why didn¡¯t shee? Or was I just overthinking?¡­ No! I wasn¡¯t, the text was clear! Edde is having an affair with Miss Anonymous and I will catch them¡± Elizabeth thought as she pulled off her dress and walked under the shower turning it on and letting the water wash her freely.


    Edde woke up letting out a loud yawn and rubbed his eyes clearing his smudgy view, he sat up on the bed and stretched his body as his eyes caught with the covered te on the table with a jar of home made juice by the side, seeing that made him surprised as he wasn¡¯t used to having home made food.


    The mouth watering aroma of the food hit his nose as he hurried towards the food and ced them on the bed, he opened the te to see richly prepared Bacon and eggs ¡°Wow! When was thest time I had these!?¡± He muttered euphorically as he took a spoonful of Bacon¡¯s into his mouth as he moaned softly to the wonderful taste ¡°she¡¯s good!¡± Hemented in-between a mouthful of Bacon¡¯s and eggs as the door cracked up revealing Elizabeth with a mini basket full of fruits.


    ¡°You¡¯re finally awake¡± she simply said sitting down on the couch and dropped the basket of fruits on the table.


    ¡°What¡¯s up with eating fruits and not food?¡± Edde asked curiously as his eyes settled on the amount of fruits she had in the basket.


    ¡°The doctor rmended the fruits to keep me and the baby healthy¡± Elizabeth replied as she took some berries into her mouth.


    ¡°But I¡¯m sure the doctor didn¡¯t tell you to take this much! Seriously it¡¯s fucking too much Elizabeth!¡± Edde muttered and signed knowing fully well that Elizabeth wouldn¡¯t listen.


    ¡°He said that I should take as much as possible, so I¡¯m tryna be on the safe side¡±  She nkly replied as Edde shrugged, turning back to his food.


    ¡°Do what suits you best¡± he said and took a sip of his juice.


    ¡°Why didn¡¯t you go to work today?¡± Elizabeth asked, raising her eyes at him as he shrugged his shoulders.


    ¡°I was just too tired to go, do you have any problem with that?¡± He asked as Elizabeth hissed.


    ¡°Who is thedy you saved her contact with a love emoji?¡± Elizabeth asked ignoring his question as she raised her brows at him expecting a reply, she tried controlling herself from telling him but she couldn¡¯t, thinking of the text and the fact that he fucks another woman hurt her so bad.


    ¡°Wh_What are you talking about Elizabeth?¡­¡± Edde asked, stuttering a little from guilt.


    ¡°Fuck it Edde, you don¡¯t have to lie I saw the text she sent to you and I am sure you fuck her so who is she to you?¡± Elizabeth asked, trying hard not to break down into tears.


    ¡°She is nobody, can we peacefully have our meal and not just fight?¡± Edde said calmly as Elizabeth scoffed and bit her lips slightly trying hard not to yell or make trouble.


    ¡°We can¡¯t eat peacefully unless you answer me, so who the fuck is she!¡­ If she really is nobody then why don¡¯t you just answer the god-damn question!¡± Elizabeth yelled angrily making Edde flinch slightly at the level of her anger he had never seen her in such a mood before so it struck him.


    ¡°Okay¡­ Okay, just calm down Elizabeth¡­ She¡¯s nothing to me again, she¡¯s my ex!¡± Edde replied as Elizabeth bit her tongue angrily as she lowered her gaze at him.


    ¡°You still fuck your Ex? Are you that addicted!?¡± Elizabeth said in an unstable voice as tears streamed down her cheeks.


    ¡°Look Elizabeth, Sadie is just¡­¡± He tried saying as his phone¡¯s vibration and ringtone caught his attention, he looked into the phone screen and it was Sadie calling.


    ¡°She¡¯s calling right?¡± Elizabeth asked coldly as he nodded.


    ¡°I promise, nothing is going on between us¡± Edde said as he swiped to the answer icon and cleared his throat guiltily.


    ¡°Let it speak out¡­¡± She said as Edde tapped on the speaker.


    ¡°Hey De De, I am downstairs, pleasee quickly. I am ufortable with this giant guards of yours!¡± Sadie said in-between a gnitched teeth ¡°Hope your wife isn¡¯t home?¡± She asked in a sweet tone as Edde ended the call quickly.


    ¡°She even gave you a pet name¡­ Nice one, let¡¯s go see her¡± Elizabeth said coldly as she stood from the couch, Edde had numerous thoughts going through his mind¡­ Sadie isn¡¯t a softy or someone to take shit and Elizabeth is fucking angry, he was scared of the both women fighting over him.


    ¡°Elizabeth, please I¡¯m begging you, do not fight her¡­ Just ignore whatever she says to you and not to worry I will make sure she doesn¡¯t stay long¡± Edde said pleadingly, his humbleness was obvious but Elizabeth rolled her eyes at him and left the room.


    Climbing down the Stairs quietly Elizabeth sighted the whitedy sitting on the one sitter couch with her eyes focused on her very expensive Iphone, she had a pink colored hair and her acrylic nails were fucking lengthy!. ¡°She looks like a bitch indeed¡± Elizabeth thought as she stepped down from the stairs with Edde behind her.


    ¡°Hey Ed¡­ Oh hi, Edde¡¯s new slu¡­ Wife nice meeting you¡± she said in a smile as she stood up and made towards Elizabeth with her hand stretched for a shake which Elizabeth took and let out a slight smile.


    Elizabeth focused on her face as she looked really familiar. ¡°Are you Sadie Hat-field from B & W? I mean the cover girl of the agency?¡± Elizebeth asked curiously as Sadie nodded proudly strutting back to the couch.


    ¡°Yes I am, I really have achieved a lot in life¡± Sadie replied as Elizabeth and Edde sat together on the couch facing her.


    Elizabeth cleared her throat and sat up not wanting to be carried away by the euphoria of meeting a well known supermodel ¡°So what is a super model like you doing in our abode?¡± Elizabeth asked in a curved brow as Sadie chuckled softly crossing her legs together.


    ¡°Well, I came to see Edde, do you have any problem with me seeing him?¡± She asked as Elizabeth bit her lips trying to control her anger.


    ¡°What business do you have with my husband?¡± Elizabeth asked harshly as Edde stood up from the chair he sat.


    ¡°Elizabeth,e to the room with me, now!¡± Edde yelled, obviously pissed off as Elizabeth gave Sadie onest re and followed Edde to the room.


    mming the door shut Edde turned angrily to Elizabeth ¡°What¡¯s the interview all about Elizabeth Albie! I tried my best to be humble and exin myself to you but you refused to listen to me and you have the guts to question my guest like you¡¯re my mom or something! How dare you!?¡± Edde yelled as Elizabeth flinched speechlessly as she moved away from Edde ¡°Look, thatdy you saw downstairs is my fucking Ex lover and we ain¡¯t exactly enemies which gives her the fucking right to see me¡­ You are just a mere Baby mama so stay in yourne and mind your Goddamn business!¡± Edde yelled as he matched angrily out of the room.


    Elizabeth stood staring at his retreating back in shock, she never expected him to say that much to her. He literally belittled her to her face and equally chose his Ex girlfriend to her.


    Elizabeth fell on the bed as tears streamed down her ear uncontrobly making her eyes hot, she hated herself for forgetting her ce in Edde¡¯s life ¡°I¡¯m indeed a mere Baby mama, my rtionship with him is fake and I really should learn to ept whatever life he lives, he has always been a fuckboy and I can¡¯t be the one to change him¡± Elizabeth thought as she sniffled in tears, remembering that Edde told her to her face that he doesn¡¯t love her hurts the most.


    ¡°I can¡¯t let him know that his stupid words affected me, I can¡¯t let him see me crying¡± Elizabeth mumbled as she made her way to the bathroom.


    Edde hurriedly trailed down the stairs to the sitting room as he stood ring scornfully at Sadie ¡°Sadie use the door now before¡­¡±


    ¡°Shut the fuck up De De, I already know I should go¡­ I can¡¯t believe that you¡¯re not only abusive to me but also your wife, I pity her because she¡¯s just too beautiful for you, you don¡¯t deserve her in your toxic life!¡± Sadie said, rolling her eyes at Edde as she grabbed her bag ¡°Call me when you need me¡± she winked at him and walked out of the mansion.


    ¡°Darn it!¡±Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org.


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 Chapter 29

    The next day, Edde stood at the balcony staring down to the passing cars in traffic, he hated himself for saying harsh words to Elizabeth but at same time he felt like that was the right thing to do, he hated that she acted so possessive over him in front of Sadie and he also hated the words he said to her, there are better ways of solving issues like this!N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    He turned back to the room as he had been waiting for Elizabeth to wake up hence it was alreadyte in the morning, turning to the room he sighted Elizabeth through the transparent white curtains that separated the room from the balcony, she was already awake seated on the bed and yawning tiredly as she stretched her bones.


    He looked closely at her observing her mood as suddenly she hurried out of the bed like a bug stung her, she dashed into the convenience covering her mouth with her palms.


    ¡°What was that for?¡± Edde mumbled as he made it to the convenience to see Elizabeth leaned over the toilet sink puking her lungs out ¡°Elizabeth what¡¯s wrong?¡± Edde asked worriedly as he held her curly hair back for her not to puke on it.


    She spat out the sore taste in her mouth and washed her mouth in the sink, she turned to Edde with a lowered weak gaze ¡°I¡¯m feeling Feverish and more Queasy, you need toe with me to the hospital¡± Elizabeth sighed as she excused herself to the room while Edde walked behind her.


    ¡°If that is it then we have to go immediately to be on the safe side, you look too dull and we have a party to attend to night! You can¡¯t go looking this weak¡±.


    ¡°A party!? Why?* Elizabeth muttered curiously as she wrinkled her nose in distaste.


    ¡°It¡¯s an ALL STAR PARTY and it¡¯s important we go, so whatever you gotta do to be fine then do it!¡± Edde yelled frustratedly ¡°Go take your bath right away¡±


    ***


    I and Edde went to the hospital together after so much of his nagging, I had expected him to at least beg me about his harsh words to me the previous night but he never did. He acted like all was fine.


    ¡°Mr Edde as it is whatever is wrong with your wife is an effect of her pregnancy, she¡¯s carrying a male child and theye with worse cravings and morning sickness, so all I¡¯m tryna say is that, now she needs you more around her, she needs your attention often and..¡±


    ¡°Are you crazy! How dare you instruct me on how to treat my wife!¡± I could see the burning me in Edde¡¯s eyes as his ck eye balls suddenly seemed darker, I was scared of him sparking and beating the hell outta doctor Alec as I prayed silently in my heart hence he warned me strictly not to interrupt him.


    ¡°No sir, you¡¯re getting it all wrong please I¡¯m sorry if you didn¡¯t like my tone, I was only tryna do the best of my profession which is¡­


    ¡°Betta, let¡¯s go¡± Edde said, pulling my hand along with him as I trailed behind him with my brain tryna understand that he actually gave me a short for my name just like Mnie. I felt so happy as I walked by his side staring nkly on our hands intertwined together¡­ Betta sounds so good from him I¡¯m freaking gonna tell Mel!.


    ¡°Where are we going now?¡± I asked slowly as I watched him enter the car, he sighed deeply turning on the ignition switch and turned to me in a cold stern expression.


    ¡°Hope the doctors check up¡¯s on you. I mean are you strong?¡± He asked, ignoring my question as I nodded steadily ¡°We are going to get us ready for the party at Ama¡¯s store¡± he said as I nodded, at least I get to meet Ama Castane again.


    ¡°If I may ask, Ama is a super star so¡­ Isn¡¯t she going to the All star party?¡± I asked as he ignored me, his eyes focused on the driveway. ¡°Is your lovering?¡± I asked as he turned to me, giving me a cold re as I shrugged nervously.


    Dressing at Ama¡¯s boutique wasn¡¯t a bad idea at all! I stood in front of therge mirror in the dressing room staring admiringly at my ssy reflection. Edde chose the outfit definitely but he chose a very expensive ck outfit with the fashion model vibe, A trouser suit and beautiful long jacket. Ama did great in styling my hair even if Edde strictly warned her not to pack it in a bun for a reason best known to him.


    I pulled my Chanel handbag close to my belly to match it with the outfit as I winked excitedly at my reflection ¡°I should take a mirror picture of me for the gram this once!¡± I Muttered grinning from ear to ear.


    Soon we were done with dressing up and all, I waved Ama goodbye already missing our chitchat together.


    The drive to the venue was a freaking quiet one as I and Edde didn¡¯t have anything to say to each other. I had caught him stealing nces at me but he never said a word to me. The urge to tell him how handsome he looked in his expensive Armani suit was too much but my ego wouldn¡¯t let me tell him such words hence he never said anything nice to me.


    He drove into arge white house, I could see the sparkling white paint of the mansion even if it was 5pm already, he drove into the parking lot which had expensive cars packed in it already.


    ¡°There are lots of paparazzi here so you just gotta hold me tight else you would see yourself on the floor¡± he advised as I nodded.


    On getting down from the car the paparazzi hurried to us immediately leaving the people they were interviewing. The number of paparazzi in front of us asking us crazy pokenosey questions got me so nervous that I held tightly on Edde¡¯s hands.


    ¡°Mr Edde, how long have you been dating Mrs Elizabeth?¡±


    ¡°Were you guys dating anonymously?¡±


    ¡°Why did you decide to marry a woman that isn¡¯t noticed publicly?¡±


    ¡°Do you love her?¡±


    h h h the questions were annoying and too much! That I wondered how Edde could answer them without missing any questions, his lie was believable that I would have fallen for it when he said he loved me genuinely.


    ¡°We heard that your wife here is a final year student in college, did she leave school to marry you because of your money?¡± The question annoyed me to my marrow that I nearly cursed them, I gnitched my teeth angrily as I turned to Edde to hear his response.


    ¡°My wife isn¡¯t a drop out, I think we have answered quite enough please leave the way!¡± Edde said harshly as he pulled me along with him as they hurried behind us throwing different questions at us.


    ¡°You both should kiss if you really are married genuinely¡± one of them said as Edde stopped dead on track making me choke on my breath as he turned to them.


    ¡°Kiss! Kiss! Kiss!¡± They chanted as Edde turned to me, I was confused if I wanted the kiss or not but I was ufortable kissing him in public_ Just in-between my thoughts I felt his soft cherry lips marry mine as my heart beat increased nervously the cheering noiseing from the paparazzi were loud and I could tell that they got the kinda pictures they need.


    Edde¡¯s lips disengaged from my lips and it seemed like that was when I needed him the most. He pulled me with him into the mansion as the paparazzi continued rushing us and I feared they woulde into the building.


    The loud music filled my ear as we walked in the aisle of the ballroom. Edde waved at everyone in the room, no one looked poor or average, everyone looked expensive, especially thedies who sat together chatting and moving their body to the rhythm of the song.


    I nervously followed Edde every corner he went as I wasn¡¯tfortable and didn¡¯t know anyone ¡°Yo man! You came with your wife! Didn¡¯t know you would make it from New York, hi Rue¡± Edde waved at thedy that sat beside the very familiar man as she smiled waving back at him.


    ¡°Rue, wouldn¡¯t let me miss this! Hello Elizabeth¡± the man greeted as we exchanged handshakes.


    ¡°Hey, The yboy¡¯s wife!?¡± Thedy teased as she hurried to me and Edde rolled his eyes at her ¡°Sorry I called your man that but you know he is, nice meeting you! You look so beautiful with the killer body those women over there had to pay for!¡± Sheplimented as she checked me out making me feel nervous as she suddenly pulled me into a hug  e sit next to me please,¡± she said making a poppy face which made me blush at her sweet attitude.


    The chit chat was going all good as Edde couldn¡¯t stop greeting and waving at people that said hi to him, I could sight numerous Marrieddies staring lustfully at Edde but he never gave them the attention which made me happy until¡­


    ¡°Hello De De¡±


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    ¡°Hello De De¡± Sadie said in the sexiest tone that blended so well with the low suiting music ying, Edde slightly smiled at her as he weed her into his arms.


    Elizabeth watched the scene in disgust feeling disrespected ¡°I refused to show my anger to this¡± her head screamed as she sipped her drink.


    ¡°Hey Sadie, I am sure you saw us so why don¡¯t you get your cheap ass to greet us!¡± Rue said, obviously pissed off as Sadie turned to her and rolled her eyes turning to Elizabeth who acted like she didn¡¯t see her.


    ¡°Elizabeth you¡¯re here, hi!¡± Sadie said, letting out a fake smile which Elizabeth gave back.


    ¡°And you¡¯re here too¡± Elizabeth simply said and continued sipping her drink as everyone stared at her in shock by the way she acted, Edde gazed closely at Elizabeth wondering why she wasn¡¯t feeling affected.


    ¡°De De, I think we should hang out before the event starts¡±


    ¡°Yes we should do that¡± Edde replied as he followed Sadie out, Rue and Wyatt watched their retreating backs as they sighed pissed off by Edde¡¯s mannerless attitude, they turned back to Elizabeth to see her sipping her wine and nodding to the lyrics of Lady Gaga¡¯s song.


    ¡°Elizabeth, you don¡¯t seem bothered at all, what¡¯s going on?¡± Rue asked curiously as Elizabeth shrugged.


    ¡°He is free to hang out with whosoever¡± She said inly as Rue nodded amazed by her reply.


    ¡°I think I will go sit at the counter to get enough drinks¡± Elizabeth said as she walked to the counter, she felt the urge to go out and beat the hell out of Sadie but she knew that once she does that she will be tagged as jealous clingy wife so she held herself back ¡°Can I get a ss of sex on the beach?¡± She ordered as the bartender nodded.


    ¡°Hello Mrs Loxley¡± Elizabeth heard as she turned to see a very petite young man whom she couldn¡¯t capture his looks due to the dim disco light.


    ¡°Hi¡±  she greeted as she turned back to her drink, the man leaned over to the counter and ordered a ss of white wine.


    ¡°I can see, Your husband¡± He said air quoting the HUSBAND ¡°Left you alone to hangout with one of his slut¡± He said and giggled lightly as Elizabeth swiftly turned to him and red at him in-between gnitched teeth as she took a deep breathe ignoring him.


    ¡°I am Ken, the C. E. O of Fitz¡± he said, stretching his hand to Elizabeth which she hesitantly took, faking a slight smile.


    ¡°Nice meeting you¡±


    ¡°Nice outfit my Lady, but may I help you do your cor?¡± He offered as Elizabeth nodded.


    ¡°Yes please¡± she replied free mindedly as the man leaned towards her.


    ¡°What are you tryna do Ken!?¡± Edde¡¯s voice thundered harshly as Elizabeth turned to him, seeing his cold fury expression.


    ¡°Oh you¡¯re finally back with your slut, nice seeing you once again!¡± Ken said, stretching his hand to Edde for a shake as Edde red scornfully at him and Turned to Elizabeth.


    ¡°Betta, let¡¯s go to our sit¡± Edde said as Ken giggled.


    ¡°I can see that you¡¯re just affected because mypany is on the verge of being more popr than yours¡± Ken said letting out a huskyugh as Edde bit his lips angrily pulling Elizabeth along with him.


    ¡°I don¡¯t ever want to see you so close to any man ever again, I don¡¯t care if it¡¯s friendly¡­¡± Edde warned coldly as he pulled Elizabeth with him to the secluded spot


    Where Wyatt and his wife and other celebrities sat. Sighting Sadie annoyed Elizabeth to the brim.


    Soon the party started and was going all cozy, everyone enjoyed the jokes said by the MC and all the fun stuffs, Elizabeth definitely enjoyed every bit of the activities but the manner in which Sadieughed and flocked around Edde¡¯s body got her so jealous, she has never had such cozy time with Edde. All they do is fight.


    ¡°And now, it¡¯s time for the couple¡¯s game!¡± The MC announced as everyone cheered happily and pped that Elizabeth wondered what the game was all about ¡°I have a couple of games on my list and most of them were suggested by random fans so¡­ We are starting with the couple¡¯s DRINK FOR YOUR THOUGHT, this is how the game goes. Couples take a sip from the apple juice and sincerely say whatever they wish to say to their partners!¡± The man announced as they all pped, thinking of the game got Elizabeth worried that she¡¯d be definitely trapped with the game.


    ¡°Not all couples will participate in this game, Couples will be nominated¡± The man announced as Elizabeth face lit up hence there is almost no chance of being nominated.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    ¡°All you have to do is write the names of the couple you¡¯re gonna be nominating in a piece of paper and drop it in this cup¡± the man announced as Elizabeth turned to Edde to see his reaction towards the game but Edde kept a stern cold Expression that made it seem like he wasn¡¯t interested in the game.


    The cup was already filled with papers as the MC started picking the papers and calling couples names out, most couples were called twice or three times, the game went all cozy and fun as Elizabeth already felt so rxed and not scared of them being called out.


    ¡°And here we go! Our favorite couple Mr and Mrs Loxley!¡± The name echoed making Elizabeth almost choke up in her breath as the loud ps and cheering took over making Elizabeth more nervous and scared.


    Edde took Elizabeth¡¯s hand respectfully as they walked to the seat set for the game, Elizabeth gulped hard the thick lump that grew in her throat as she nervously looked down at the drink and took a quick nce at Edde who didn¡¯t seem bothered with the situation.


    What the heck am I gonna say! Elizabeth¡¯s head screamed as she took a deep breath.


    Edde took a sip of his drink and stared closely into Elizabeth¡¯s eyes like he could see through it. ¡°I never seem to get enough of you¡± he said as everyone cheered loudly and pped as Elizabeth¡¯s mouth fell open in shock of his thoughts. Now it was her turn and her feet seemed to be melting.


    She slowly took a sip of her drink as her heartbeat increased as if she was sentenced to death ¡°I¡­I¡­ I never had a boyfriend all my life because I was so obsessed with you being my boyfriend someday¡± she said coldly as the crowd gasped loudly and pped louder.


    The game finally came to an end and they both went back to our seats waiting for more games which came with entertainment.


    ¡°Ken the C. E. O of Fitzpany is now in the top five of world best Entrepreneurpanies which calls for a celebration hence he is growing so fast¡­ Congrattions to you Mr Ken, So to celebrate you better for a start pick any woman of your choice in the room to dance with¡± The MC said as another round of apuse came in.


    ¡°Mrs Loxley please step forward¡± Ken said in a cringy smile as Elizabeth froze in shock, she turned around to notice all eyes on her. She nervously let out a light smile and stood up taking a step as Edde¡¯s big hands held her back.


    ¡°I object to this! You can dance with any woman here but don¡¯t go close to Elizabeth!¡± Edde yelled loudly as the room went dead quiet only the soft background music could be heard.


    ¡°Mr Loxley, please don¡¯t be annoyed but that¡¯s the wish of the celebrant and he doesn¡¯t have bad intentions¡±  The MC guy exined as Ken was sighted giggling silently.


    ¡°I still don¡¯t ept it!¡±


    ¡°Okay fine then, You and Mr Ken will have to bid on your wife and as you both know, the person with the bigger amount takes the woman¡± the MC said as Ken stepped forward.


    ¡°Fine!¡± Ken said, looking closely at Edde.


    ¡°Fine,¡± Edde replied coldly, ring scornfully at Ken.


    All this while Elizabeth stood watching the whole scene in shock, She couldn¡¯t believe that Edde would go as far as epting a bid just for her not to simply dance with another man.


    The audience was equally quiet curiously watching the scene between two popr CEOs.


    ¡°Five thousand dors¡± Ken said as Edde cracked.


    ¡°Is that how low you can afford Mr C. E. O? Twenty thousand dors¡± Edde said, dipping his hand into his pocket as everyone gasped in shock at the amount. Elizabeth couldn¡¯t  believe how easily he called such a huge amount, he made it seem like twenty thousand dors was a peanut when such money can change her life for the better!


    Ken gulped making a long face ¡°25 thousand dors¡­no 30 thousand dors¡±


    ¡°35 thousand dors!¡±


    The bet went on and on that the amount was already getting too huge to build an empire, Elizabeth frowned, wishing all the money would go to her ount and then she would dly leave Edde.


    ¡°And finally the bet ends in the hands of our Billionaire Mr Edde Loxley, he betted the sum of 100 thousand dors!¡± They announced as everyone pped in utmost shock as Ken shamefully went back to his seat.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 31

    Waking up from a nap, Elizabeth yawned loudly as she swung her leg down the bed tiredly. She had slept out of tiredness from the all Star party that she woke up sote.


    Elizabeth grabbed her phone from the table as she checked the time and it was already 12pm she sighed and stood from the bed, she looked around the room but couldn¡¯t find Edde as she groaned loudly walking out of the room.


    ¡°Edde!¡± She called out weakly as she matched down the stairs ¡°Mr Loxley!¡± She shouted, almost coughing out her lungs as an elderly woman rushed out.


    ¡°Good afternoon ma¡¯am¡± she greeted nervously as Elizabeth stared at her confused on who she was.


    ¡°Who are you?¡­ Please?¡± She asked curiously as the woman smiled lightly.


    ¡°I am the head maid and cook of this mansion?¡± The woman said bowing slightly as Elizabeth raised her brows confused.


    ¡°Which means there are more maids and Cooks in this mansion? So where have you all been? Why does the kitchen not have utensils!?¡± Elizabeth yelled harshly, making the woman lower her gaze.


    ¡°Ma¡¯am, Master doesn¡¯t let any of us cook for him, we only clean the mansion, we haven¡¯t been around because he sent us home so the both of you can have a private time together¡± She exined in a low tone as Elizabeth scoffed.


    ¡°Whatever, Go make me tapioca pudding please, I¡¯m surprisingly hungry¡± Elizabeth said as the woman smiled and left, Elizabeth stood watching her retreating back as he shrugged and hissed.


    She nced around in search of Edde but there was no Trace of him as she hurried back up stairs and fell back on the bed tiredly the thoughts of what happened at the All Star Party shed back into her memory as she kept groaning and smiling.


    Remembering when Sadie took Edde out of the building after he betted 100 thousand dors on her angered Elizabeth a lot, she felt worthless for letting another woman take her husband out without her saying a word to stop her. She felt like a Coward.


    But then she smiled back knowing that Edde was so possessive over her to the extent of throwing such a huge amount of money for her not to dance with Ken, she felt cherished as all the women looked at her in admiration although apart from Sadie who seemed like she was gonna tear her into thousand pieces.


    Soon Elizabeth slept off after numerous memories, not until the mouth watering smell of the tapioca pudding hit her back to her fit, she woke up to find a young beautiful brown girl with pixie cut hair standing by the door and watching her.  Noticing that Elizabeth was awake she bowed immediately, lowering her gaze nervously.


    ¡°Hello ma¡¯am, nice meeting you¡± the girl said politely as Elizabeth nodded slightly.


    ¡°Who are you?¡± Elizabeth asked curiously.


    ¡°I am Kay the cook and I was assigned by Master to take care of whatever you need around¡± she said bowing slightly as Elizabeth nodded thoughtfully.


    ¡°Your master is back right?¡± Elizabeth asked staring at his wallet as the cook nodded ¡°tell him toe immediately please¡±


    After waiting for what seemed like forever to her as she ate the pudding Edde finally came looking tired as he fell on the bed.


    ¡°Where have you been? Why did you go to work without even dropping a text or something?¡± Elizabeth asked harshly as Edde turned his head swiftly to her in Surprise ¡°huh!?¡±


    ¡°Elizabeth, can you please let me have a good rest in my house? I mean I had a hectic day and I deserve to rest please¡± Edde hissed as he shut his eyes.


    ¡°That¡¯s not how it¡¯s done Mr, first of all you can¡¯ty down on the bed looking all sweaty you have to take a shower and!¡­ I didn¡¯t send for you toe here and rest. I need a leg massage¡± Elizabeth said, cing her leg on the bed as Edde stared at her Amazed by the guts.


    ¡°What¡¯s the meaning of this Betta?¡± Edde asked, raising his dark brows as Elizabeth shrugged.


    ¡°You got me pregnant Mr so this is your contribution hence you ain¡¯t going through all I¡¯m going through, my bump is growing weirdly fast and I think it¡¯s because we are having a son, as you can remember the doctor said that male childes with lots of issues so¡­¡± Elizabeth pouted childishly as she pointed at her legs ¡°it aches so bad¡±.


    ¡°Betta this is insane, I can¡¯t do this shit! Just call the maids I¡¯m sure you have seen them¡± Edde replied turning his face over.


    ¡°They ain¡¯t the one who fucked me¡­ Alright then, I will just call Mr Reluc toe do it¡± Elizebeth said hopefully Edde changes his mind as she stretches towards her phone.


    ¡°No¡­ No no need to call my dad, I will do it right away¡± Edde said jumping down the bed in a hiss as Elizabeth let out a victory smile.


    ¡°I will quickly change into afy outfit¡­ Please¡± Edde pleaded as he sluggishly dragged his foot to the closet.


    After a long stressful massage Elizabeth pitifully let Edde go rest even if she wasn¡¯t satisfied getting his hand on her legs.


    Soon as Elizabeth ate her pudding she heard a loud snore beside her as she turned to see Edde fast asleep, she shakes her head and checked the time and it was already 4pm ¡°He must have had a very hectic day¡± she sighed as she shifted the te to a corner and made her way out of the room.


    Getting down the stairs Elizabeth sighted two maids cleaning the sitting room as she shakes her head slightly trailing down quietly, noticing her presence the girls lowered their heads and greeted politely.


    ¡°You¡¯re doing a great Job here¡± Elizabeth said as she headed to the kitchen hoping to see nice fruits in the fridge, getting to the kitchen she sighted the head maid and the junior cooks cleaning the kitchen, it was obvious they had finished making meals with the strong aroma that Elizabeth smelt.


    ¡°Hello¡­¡± Elizabeth said as she pulled the fridge door open.


    ¡°Good evening ma¡¯am¡± They all greeted in unison as Elizabeth nodded and continued scanning through the fridge for a good fruit. Elizabeth turned back to the head cook as a thought hit her brain.


    ¡°Uhmm¡­¡± She tried saying as luckily the elderly tinydy turned to her direction with a questioning look.


    ¡°Ma¡¯am do you need anything?¡±.


    ¡°Yeah¡­ Uhmm, please can I talk to you for a few minutes?¡± Elizabeth asked calmly as the woman turned fully to Elizabeth cleaning her wet hand on a towel.


    ¡°Yes ma¡¯am why not, please you girls can leave¡± the woman said as the girls rushed out quickly.


    Elizabeth cleared her throat slightly as they both sat on the dining chairs ¡°First of ma, please can I know your name?¡±


    ¡°I am Mrs Felicia but Master and everyone here calls me Grandma Felicia¡± she replied in a smile as Elizabeth nodded slowly.


    ¡°I¡¯m sure you have worked here for quite a long time, so Grandma Felicia can you please tell me all you know about my husband?¡± Elizabeth asked as Mrs Felicia took a deep breath and rested by the counter.


    ¡°Well, indeed I have worked for the Loxley¡¯s for a very long time even before the birth of Master Edde I was already here although not in this Mansion but the family Mansion which Mr Reluc left because he always had memories of histe wife around¡± She said as Elizabeth stared at her in awe, she must have stayed up to 30 years or more! And Edde still lets her call him master when she is obviously like his second mom.


    ¡°Wait, Grandma, you mean you have stayed here almost all your life? What about your family?¡± Elizabeth asked curiously as the woman sighed with Aura of pain around her ¡°I¡¯m sorry if I made you remember something bad, skip the question. Why do you still call Edde master when you actually took care of him from diapers?¡±N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    ¡°Edde is still my master no matter what, but the truth remains that he is a good man only when he is in a good mood and I don¡¯t think I have ever been a victim of his violence ever¡±.


    The discussion went on and on until Elizabeth was fed up hence she had gotten enough news she needed about Edde, she had noticed that Edde was still into his Ex lover and it hurt her, she was willing to set the thing¡¯s she was doing wrong as a Wife¡­ baby mama rather right. She saw herself in the position of a wife in Edde¡¯s life even though the public sees her as his wife and so does she. She knows how clingy she is towards Edde but that didn¡¯t seem to bother her, she just needed Sadie out of the picture.


    Elizabeth left the kitchen after concluding her discussion with Mrs Felicia as she sluggishly dragged her feet upstairs headed to the bedroom.


    She tiredly opened the door but couldn¡¯t find Edde in bed.


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    Five monthster, Elizabeth was Seven months gone in her pregnancy which made her belly big and ufortable for her, her appetite increased and she never let anyone cook or do anything for her if not Edde.


    It was a beautiful new day and luckily Edde was at home, Elizabeth knowing that Edde was at home because of Sadie felt so sad, she needed Edde¡¯s attention and she wasn¡¯t getting enough of it she felt like a burden to him with the way he gabbles each time he does things for her but once he is around Sadie he seemed happier.


    Elizebeth trailed down the stairs as she sighted Edde sitting on the couch and watching his favorite business show, she hissed loudly trying to get his attention but he was so engrossed in the show he saw that he didn¡¯t turn to her, she matched down angrily holding her belly out of the slight pain she felt as she sat on the couch facing Edde. Noticing her presence Edde turned as he shrugged his shoulders at the look on Elizabeth¡¯s face as he turned back to the TV.


    ¡°Edde, change the channel to Kiddies, junior wants to see his favorite show¡± Elizabeth said, cing her legs on the table and crossing her arms together around her chest, Edde gave her a long amazed gaze as he chuckled lightly shaking his head slightly.


    ¡°You¡¯re kidding again right?¡± Edde asked in awe as Elizabeth turned swiftly to him giving him a hard re e on Betta stop doing this, junior isn¡¯t born yet and we both know that you won¡¯t see the Kiddies show so let me see my show in peace, I thought you were sleeping hence you had a rough night and fucking disturbed my sleep¡­ So please can I rest?¡± Edde said in a pleading tone as Elizabeth rolled her eyes heavenward.


    ¡°Junior still wants kiddies, and by the way why are you home today? Is your sluting over?¡± Elizabeth asked, raising her left brows as Edde hissed slightly changing the channel.


    ¡°I guess I am done here then¡± Edde said ignoring her question as he made to leave the sitting room.


    ¡°Edde I need red sauce pasta¡±.


    ¡°Huh!? You ain¡¯t serious Elizabeth, I made you brown soup just an hour ago so why will you want to eat again! I am fucking tired and need rest Please¡­ I will do whatever you ask forter¡± Edde said headed to the stairs.


    ¡°Do youin when Sadie asks you for anything?¡±


    ¡°Elizabeth please don¡¯t start a fight now!¡± Edde said mming the room door shut as Elizabeth groaned loudly falling back to the couch and switched off the TV, she rested angrily on the couch babbling inaudibly to herself fuming in anger. ¡°If not for my reputation and fear of God I would have just stabbed that dick to death, such a punk!¡± She groaned as the doorbell rang, she looked around and noticed that none of the workers were around. She sluggishly pulled herself up as she dragged her feet to the door and pulled the door open to see a rough looking young man standing.


    ¡°Who are you and how may I help you?¡± Elizabeth asked curiously as the man¡¯s eyes travelled down to her baby bump making her feel ufortable and embarrassed by his surprised look..


    ¡°I should be asking you that, this is my cousins house so¡­ Just spare me the long interview and let me in!¡± The man yelled making Elizabeth flinch as she moved out of his way, she watched the young tattered man walk into the mansion as her mouth dropped open in awe ¡°There are lots I haven¡¯t known about Edde Loxley¡± She thought as she shut the door.


    ¡°I will just go call Edde¡± Elizabeth said calmly as the man nodded, still looking at her and her bump weirdly.


    Elizabeth hurried to the room to see Edde sleeping, she quickly tapped him as he groaned in his sleep ¡°Elizebeth please let me be!¡± Edde sleep talked as Elizebeth pped him hard on his bum.


    ¡°Just wake up! A strange man Is here looking for you,¡± Elizabeth said as Edde sighed, sitting up on his bed as he rubbed his eyes with the back of his palms.


    ¡°What do you mean?¡± He asked in an unclear husky tone.


    ¡°someone came to see you and he ims to be your cousin, he looks way too rough and¡­¡±


    ¡°Huh? Could that be Ray!¡­ No no no! His year is up!¡± Edde muttered as he hurried down from the bed and ran out of the room, Elizabeth shrugged her shoulders as she followed him.


    ¡°Hey Edde! What¡¯s good! I see you got a woman pregnant because you couldn¡¯t keep your dick in one hole¡± the man said andughed hard as Elizabeth curled up at the staircase embarrassed by thement.


    ¡°Thought you¡¯d change after five years in prison, that aside what are you doing in my house¡± Edde asked as Ray scoffed.


    ¡°I came to stay with you of course! Where else do you expect me to stay?¡± He shrugged as Edde gave him a hard re.


    ¡°Ray, you have a house so go back home please¡±


    ¡°I can¡¯t stay in my house because two mafia gangs are after me, they would kill me if I go back home! My gang members are all sentenced to death. Mying out is because I wasn¡¯t in the death scene of themissioners daughter and my reputation too¡±.


    Hearing that he was in the Mafia sent cold chill down Elizabeth¡¯s spine, she couldn¡¯t imagine living under the same room with such a person so she prayed  that Edde wouldn¡¯t ept him.


    ¡°I always warned you about All this shit Ray! Now you can¡¯t move around freely and you¡¯re also putting my wife and I at risk!¡± Edde sighed as Ray turned swiftly in surprise to Elizabeth and back at Edde..


    ¡°Your wife!? Are you kidding or something? How on Earth can a yer settle down finally!¡­ Tell me about it all¡± Ray asked curiously as Edde sighed standing up.


    ¡°I don¡¯t have anything to say to you, juste with me so that I can show you your room, you smell like puke!¡± Edde muttered in disgust.


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    I walked out of the bathroom after taking a chill bath to sight sex toys lying carelessly on the bed, they where new ones and that got me thinking what the toys were for.


    Soon the door opened as Edde walked in, I looked at him and back at the adult toys.


    ¡°I am sure you have seen the toys on the bed, they are for you hence the doctor asked us to have sex often for you to give birth freely and I can¡¯t offer you sex right now so¡­¡± He said pointing at the toys as my mouth fell open in awe.


    ¡°That¡¯sme Edde! How on Earth do you expect me to use sex toys all because you don¡¯t want to sleep with me but your ex, sorry I can¡¯t use them¡± I said walking to the mirror as I took off the turban I tied on my hair.


    ¡°Well, suit yourself¡± he said and walked out of the room as I watched his retreating back in disgust. ¡°I wonder how I¡¯d cope with two abnormal men¡± I said audibly and sighed.


    The day went quite fast and soon it was night already, I have been inside the room going through Twitter trends and thankfully no much trends about I and Edde probably because we haven¡¯t been causing scenes and we haven¡¯t gone out together for the past two months, ever since I noticed my huge baby bump I became really ashamed of going out and Edde did all the shopping for me.


    I yawned loudly as I pulled myzy ass up from the bed, it was 8pm already so I decided to take a walk round the house hence I sat at a ce for more than 4 hours, the doctor had advised I take a walk morning and night daily for the sake of my belly.


    I trailed down the stairs as I heard loud masculineughter which I have never heard ever since I got into this mansion, getting down the stairs I sighted Edde and his cousin seeing aedy show andughing loudly my eyes drifted to the other couch to see Sadie seatedfortably with her legs crossed as she pressed her phone.


    ¡°Elizabeth, you¡¯re here,e see thisedy show you will love it¡± Ray said as I sighed and sat on the couch Edde sat on, I ced my leg on hispfortably as surprisingly he didn¡¯t react in any way.


    Seeing aedy show is definitely funny but seeing it with Ray was better, as we saw theedy I noticed that Ray didn¡¯t like Sadie as he took every little opportunity he had to throw shades at her.


    ¡°Edde, can I see you in your room?¡± Sadie requested as I nearly choked at her guts.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°What room are you talking about? His matrimonial room?¡± Ray asked as Sadie rolled her eyes at him ¡°You are still the slut you have always been you bitch!¡­¡±


    ¡°Ray, please don¡¯t start with Sadie!¡± Edde warned coldly and turned to Sadie ¡°We will definitely seeter after the show¡±.


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    Throughout the night Elizabeth couldn¡¯t sleep, the loud moaning noisesing from the next room hurt Elizabeth so bad. Edde left her alone in arge room just to go make out with his goddamn Ex.


    Her cravings were bing so bad and her back ached so badly, she needed him around but he was too far from her. Elizabeth picked her phone from the side table as she dialed Edde¡¯s line after a long ring ended without him picking up.


    Elizabeth could feel hot tears smudging her sight as she let it flow freely down her cheeks, shezily held her waist as she helped herself up she dragged her feet to the door and pulled the door open just to dump into Ray who was about pressing the doorbell.


    ¡°Oh h¡­hi, Betta how are you?¡±  Ray stuttered letting out a slight smile as Elizabeth shut the door stepping out.


    ¡°I am fine, thank you¡± She replied curious about his sudden kind attitude ¡°Do you need my help?¡±


    ¡°No no! I just came to see how you are doing hence Edde isn¡¯t with you¡± he said as Elizabeth smiled.


    ¡°I am definitely fine without him, it¡¯s 1am already but you know¡­¡± She said pointing cockly at her belly ¡°He is always hungry, so I want to make me meat balls¡­ I have been craving that badly¡± Elizabeth sighed as Ray chuckled lightly.


    ¡°I get you, what about Grandma Felicia? She should help you do that you can¡¯t do it yourself please¡±.


    ¡°Edde decided that the workers won¡¯t live in the mansion with us so¡­¡± She replied, shrugging her shoulders and sighed.


    ¡°Alright, I will do it for you¡± Ray volunteered as Elizabeth¡¯s eyes widened in shock, this was the guy she met few hours ago that acted ratchet towards her and here he is being So nice and sweet.


    Elizabeth stared at him for a few seconds as she shrugged her shoulders ¡°Okay fine, thanks for this¡± Elizabeth said in a genuine smile as Ray nodded and left for the kitchen.


    Elizabeth stood in the hallway as the annoying moaning sounding from the next room seemed to be increasing, every bit of it disgusted her and she felt so disrespected especially as it was happening on the day Ray came back¡­ What is he gonna see her as? A mere slut that got into Edde¡¯s trap or something?


    Elizabeth angrily turned to the door as she gave it a hard re as if the door angered her, she matched to the door in obvious fury in her eyes as she banged hard on the door.


    ¡°Who the hell is that!¡± Sadie¡¯s low husky voice was heard which angered Elizabeth the more as she banged the door even harder this time. For some reason she was so grateful that Edde¡¯s workers didn¡¯t stay in the mansion with them again. If not, what would they think of their marriage? What will they see her as!?


    The door opened revealing Sadie as Elizabeth gave her a resounding p across her face grabbed her hair like she was gonna pull her skull out as Elizabeth threw her out of the room like a piece of paper making Sadie squeal in pain.


    Elizabeth turned back to Sadie disgust written all over her face as she eyes Sadie¡¯s half naked body, she only tied the bed sheet around her body if not that. She¡¯s probably naked.


    ¡°Such a slut!¡± Elizabeth cursed as she entered the room.


    ¡°You will regret ever doing this to me!¡± Sadie yelled as Elizabeth mmed the door shut.


    Elizabeth stood in front of Edde who sat on the bed angrily ring at her.


    ¡°What was that for Elizabeth!? Why the heck will you treat my guest so disrespectfully!¡± Edde yelled as Elizabeth scoffed sarcastically, tucking her curls behind her ears.


    ¡°Speaking of respect, Edde, do you respect me or my interest? You do whatever you like, not minding if it hurts me or not! I remember the day you told me that I am your legally married wife even if it¡¯s just for two years but you don¡¯t treat me like a wife in any way!¡± Elizabeth yelled as tears blurred her view. ¡°What first impression are you giving to your cousin about me and our marriage? You im to be protecting your reputation but you still fucking act like a pervert!¡­ I am pregnant and weak and the least you could do to help me is to pay attention to my needs but no! You rather pay attention to your slutty girlfriend¡± Elizabeth yelled as tears uncontrobly streamed down her cheeks, her throat burnt from her yellings and her voice almost cracked but she said her mind no matter what.


    ¡°Edde ain¡¯t you gonna send her out!¡± Sadie said as she banged on the door repeatedly.


    ¡°Your slut is so shameless and clingy towards you!¡± Elizabeth scoffed in disgust as she picked Sadie¡¯s outfit which was lying on the floor like rags as she opened the door and threw it to her face. ¡°Go know your worth bitch!¡± Elizabeth spat as she mmed the door and locked it.


    Elizabethy on the bed as she took a deep breath, sex still smelt in the room and she hated it. ¡°Edde I need a great massage, I am finding it hard to sleep¡­ You don¡¯t even care to know how I and junior feels¡± She said and pouted childishly as Edde rolled his eyes heavenward and sighed in frustration.


    ¡°Let me bathe you first and after that I will massage you¡± he said calmly as he helped Elizabeth up.


    ¡°You should always learn to be sweet, I always need your attention¡­ You should thank your brother for volunteering to help me cook if not something bad would have happened¡± Elizabeth said as she watched Edde take off her clothes carefully.


    ¡°Wait, I thought you ate before going to bed? Why are you eating again Elizabeth!?¡± Edde raised his voice harshly as Elizabeth shrugged.


    ¡°That was me eating, Junior is hungry and he wants meatballs¡±


    ¡°Fuck the junior shit Elizabeth! You¡¯re fucking gaining so much weight and going out of shape! Do you even check yourself in the mirror?¡± Edde yelled as Elizabeth¡¯s eyes felt heavy in tears, the words he said to her was way too much for her to handle.


    ¡°Are you here to body shame or bathe me?¡±


    ¡°I am telling you the real thing here Elizabeth! You¡¯re eating too much and it¡¯s bad for you¡± Edde hissed frustratedly as he helped Elizabeth into the tub.


    ¡°Leave me to eat Please, just bathe me and mind your business¡­ Uhm, Edde let¡¯s go to our bathroom tub, this one feels ufortable¡±.


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    The next morning Elizabeth woke up in Edde¡¯s arms. She hasn¡¯t gotten a sleep as good as that in a long time, yeah she knows that she gave Edde a very hard timest night but she needed as much care as possible.Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org.


    Ray on the other hand did a great job for her, he made quite a lot of the meatballs and he made it so tasty that Elizabeth doubted if he really made it himself.


    Elizabeth squealed loudly as she took Edde¡¯s hand off her huge belly and helped herself up just then her phone beeped as two notifications popped up, one was a reminder that Edde¡¯s birthday is in Four Days time she never forgot his birthday and she always has it saved in any phone she buys.


    The second notification was that of her online ss, yeah she has started the online ss and she had only a few months remaining for her final exams and Edde was yet to reply her concerning how she was gonna write it with a huge belly, she couldn¡¯t imagine being mocked in school for being a young mom.


    Elizabeth shove her feet into her fluffy bedroom slipper as she walked to the mirror, seeing her reflection made her So sad she indeed added much weight like Edde said and her hair looked so unkempt all these while because she refused to leave the house to avoid people¡¯s eyes on her, but this day Edde refused and insisted that she¡¯d follow him to the mall to shop for the baby hence she¡¯s almost due.


    Edde always reminded her that she was carrying a Loxley in her belly and she doesn¡¯t have the right to be ashamed but to rather be proud. But that wasn¡¯t the case, she is fucking Young!.


    ¡°Hey Edde get up, let¡¯s go early to the mall because if I dare get rxed and sleep it¡¯s over¡± Elizabeth said as she spanked his butt hard making him grumble in his sleep.


    ¡°Get up!¡±


    ¡°Elizabeth, it¡¯s too early to leave the house!¡± Edde Muttered as he hissed.


    ¡°What does the time say?¡± Elizabeth said, showing him the screen of her phone ¡°9:35, this isn¡¯t early sirr¡± she said sarcastically as she slipped off her night robe.


    ¡°Gosh! I can¡¯t wait for you to give birth to the Messiah you¡¯re carrying!¡± Edde grumbled as he followed Elizebeth into the bathroom sluggishly dragging his feet.


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    Elizabeth stood by the mirror as she ced her hand on her huge bump ¡°I got to be confident with this, not like my baby daddy abandoned me¡± Elizabeth said and signed as she checked the time on her phone. ¡°Edde hurry up! I will be waiting in the sitting room for you!¡± Elizabeth called out.


    ¡°Alright!¡±


    Elizabeth took the nude coloured bag Edde chose for her that matched with the nude coloured stretchy gown and sandals as she walked out of the room to see a maid with the vacuum cleaner headed to their room.


    ¡°Good morning ma¡¯am¡± she said and bowed as Elizabeth smiled slightly.


    ¡°Good morning dear,e backter. Your master is getting dressed¡± Elizabeth said as the maid bowed and left to the next room.


    Elizabeth sighed as she carefully climbed  down the stairs to see Ray facing the TV and his back facing her, she was forced to smile at his look on the leopard costumed pajamas. He looked cute.


    ¡°Morning Ray¡± Elizabeth said as she sat on a couch smiling sheepishly.


    ¡°Hello Mrs Loxley, how are you doing and how good is our baby doing?¡± Ray asked as Elizabeth nearly choked on her breath but controlled her clumsy self.


    ¡°All good, thanks for the meat ballsst night they tasted better than expected¡± Elizabethplimented as Ray smiled and nodded, turning back to the TV.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    ¡°That wasn¡¯t a big deal anyways¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s definitely a big deal for Edde¡±


    ¡°Edde is azy dude¡­ ouch don¡¯t say I told you¡± Ray said whispering clumsily as Elizabeth chuckled softly.


    ¡°Hey Betta, what are you discussing with my brother that is making youugh? You neverughed at my anything,¡± Edde said with a fierce expression, his hands dipped in his pocket as he matched down the stairs.


    ¡°Not like you ever make me happy, let¡¯s just leave immediately¡± Elizabeth scoffed as she hurried out.


    Edde stood for some seconds ring scornfully at Ray who simply shrugged and turned back to the TV ¡°Ray do not go close to my cars or touch my money¡± Edde said coldly as Ray turned swiftly to him with a stunned look.


    ¡°Come on! I have changed!¡±


    The drive to the hospital was a quiet one as Edde kept stealing nces at Elizabeth who was going through the list of things needed for the baby. His mind was upied. He needed to talk to Elizabeth but she wasn¡¯t giving him the slightest attention.


    ¡°I think something is missing on this list, what could that be?¡± Elizabeth whispered thoughtfully as she scanned through the list. ¡°Well, I think this is enough for now¡± She concluded as she wrapped up the piece of paper back into her bag.


    ¡°So Betta, you said I don¡¯t make you happy right?¡±.


    ¡°Edde, is that really a topic?¡± Elizabeth asked, turning disgustingly to him as he signed with his eyes still focused on the driveway. If Edde isn¡¯t anything at least he is a good careful driver especially when he¡¯s with Elizabeth.


    ¡°Elizabeth don¡¯t get me wrong, I am not trying to be violent or something I just want to know my ws and¡­¡±


    ¡°Edde can we just concentrate on the journey, you already made me waste much time at home. I wouldn¡¯t want to waste a longer time away from home for Pete¡¯s sake!¡± Elizabeth muttered as Edde sighed and increased his speed level.


    Soon Edde got to the shopping mall as Edde came down and walked over to Elizabeth¡¯s side to help her down, he locked the car and held Elizabeth¡¯s hand as they walked quietly into the mall.


    They could notice numerous eyes on them and camera shesing from left right and center. Elizabeth held Edde¡¯s hand tightly as she tried to hide her face from the camera.


    ¡°Elizabeth, stop doing that, you¡¯re acting like you¡¯re ashamed of my baby we talked about this Betta,¡± Edde said in-between gnitched teeth as they hurried forward.


    ¡°But I can¡¯t befortable with these camera shes! The crowd is too much for me to handle!¡± Elizabeth yelled in a whisper as she was almost tearing up.


    ¡°This is bound to happen, you have been indoors for five months and some weeks now. Coming out with a huge bump will definitely bring attention, you should be used to this by now huh!¡±


    ¡°Hello sir hello Ma¡¯am¡± A waiter greeted me with a smile and bowed slightly.


    ¡°Hello, I¡¯m sure your boss has told you about mying,¡± Edde asked as she nodded.


    ¡°Come with me Please¡± She said politely and led the way as Edde and Elizabeth trailed behind her.


    ¡°My boss instructed me to take you and your wife to the third floor to do your baby shopping alone without fans distraction so you will be going in his personal elevator¡± The girl said In a smile as she pressed the elevator button.


    Getting to the third floor they were directed to the baby section where they upied alone. ¡°I will be leaving now Mr and Mrs Loxley,¡± she said bowing politely and left.


    Elizabeth took out the lists from her bag as she took a deep breath. ¡°Hence you swore that the maids won¡¯t do basic things like this for us so, you have to do the baby shopping I will go get me a bar of chocte¡± Elizabeth said and threw the lists at Edde making Edde smirk at her clumsy attitude.


    ¡°You ain¡¯t serious Elizabeth, we came together so we gotta shop together. If anyone should be resting it should be me and not you!¡± Edde said harshly, obviously pissed off and exhausted as Elizabeth rolled her eyes.


    ¡°Are you pregnant?¡±


    Edde ran his fingers through his hair letting out a loud sigh. ¡°Just suit yourself!¡±.


    Elizabeth chuckled at his frustrated expression as she hurried happily to the Chocte factory. ¡°Hello miss ma¡¯am please can I get 6 bars of dark chocte?¡± Elizabeth ordered grinning from ear to ear as the middle ageddy nodded.


    ¡°Everything here looks so yummy that my belly craves all at once!¡± Elizabeth Muttered inaudibly as her phone rang out, checking the caller¡¯s ID she smiled and swiped to the green icon ¡°Hey Mel, How are you doing?¡± Elizabeth said in a smile as she hears the hups and crying voice of Mnie. ¡°Mnie, are you okay? What¡¯s the problem why are you crying?¡± Elizabeth muttered worriedly and took a seat by the corner of the Chocte factory.


    ¡°Etta I ain¡¯t fine! My life is ruined!¡±


    ¡°Mnie please calm down and stop crying, just tell me what the problem is!¡±.


    ¡°Etta, I am pregnant!¡± Mnie cried over the phone as Elizabeth gasped in shock.


    ¡°Wait, what!¡± She yelled in shock as the choctedy raised her eyes at her making Elizabeth clear her throat nervously. ¡°Mnie how did this happen, I know you as a very careful person¡±.


    ¡°This isn¡¯t my fault it¡¯s Luca¡¯s, he is always abusive in sex and this time he was so merciless that the condom broke!¡± Mnie exined in a teary cracked voice as Elizabeth¡¯s eyes shone in surprise.


    ¡°All these while Luca has been abusive to you and you kept quiet! Why did you have to hide such information from me Mel!¡± Elizabeth yelled, pissed by the situation as she hissed frustratedly. ¡°Does Luca know about this?¡±


    ¡°Yes he knows but he refused to ept it, he called me bitch, slut and worst still a fucking whore! He equally beats me up at slightest provocations Etta. I¡¯m literally his punching bag!¡± Mnie said and cried out painfully.


    ¡°Mel please calm down and stop crying, you¡¯re better than that. I¡¯m at the mall doing some baby shopping with Edde. I will call you once I get home and we will sort things out¡±.


    ¡°Alright, Thanks Etta¡±.


    ¡°Anytime babe¡± Elizabeth said and ended the call as she hissed thoughtfully. ¡°Is Luca really such a bad person? Why will he do that to Mel after getting her pregnant?¡¯ How dare he beat her up!¡± Elizabeth muttered worriedly.


    ¡°Edde is no good anyways, Edde is abusive to me but I never told anyone so I shouldn¡¯t get angry at my bestie. I should think of the best way to deal with Luca, he needs to be taught a lesson¡±.


    ¡°Ma¡¯am your choctes are ready¡± the choctedy said as Elizabeth smiled and headed to her.


    Elizabeth happily took her wrapped chocte in the fancy bag thedy put it in as she walked towards the baby section when her phone rang, she checked the callers ID and it was Edde so she quickly swiped to the green icon.


    ¡°I am on my way to the¡­¡±


    ¡°Never mind, juste to the first floor. I will be waiting at the counter,¡± Edde said calmly over the phone as Elizabeth smiled slightly.


    ¡°Hope you bought everything on the list correctly?¡±.


    ¡°Come check it out yourself¡± Edde answered coldly and ended the call as Elizabeth sighed, staring at her phone with mixed expressions and reversed back toward the elevator. ¡°And now I gotta go with a random elevator¡± Elizabeth sighed and pressed the elevator button as it opened revealing Doctor Alec.


    ¡°Hello Mrs Loxley¡± Alec greeted as Elizabeth smiled, settling inside the elevator.


    ¡°Hello Doc, didn¡¯t expect to see you¡±.


    ¡°Yeah, I just came out to get some cat food for my cat¡±.


    ¡°Oh, that¡¯s nice,¡± Elizabeth replied, faking a smile. She was already getting quite ufortable staying alone in the elevator with Alec and no one seemed to being in. Just then the light in the elevator went off, making Elizabeth¡¯s brain scream in fright.


    ¡°What¡¯s going on! Why is everywhere suddenly dark!¡± Elizabeth yelled already freaking out as she was even more ufortable with Alec being with her.


    ¡°I¡­ I¡­ I think the light went out¡±.


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    I was freaking out the longer the light outsted, I was scared of being stuck in here throughout the day and I was scared of staying with doctor Alec in the dark elevator alone.


    I couldn¡¯t help but cry uncontrobly hitting on the elevator. ¡°Somebody please help!¡± I yelled in a teary voice as the ce was gradually bing stuffy fromck of air, I couldn¡¯t breathe properly as me and doctor Alec were literally sharing the same air.


    ¡°Calm down Mrs Loxley, I am sure the technical team of the mall are working on it¡± Alec said in a calmforting voice as all I could do was cry. I couldn¡¯t imagine spending a longer time here, it would have been better with Edde.


    I slid through the ssy wall of the elevator and sat on the floor as I ced my head in-between my legs, I was already feeling weak fromck of proper air. It¡¯s been an hour and some minutes of us being trapped together and the time is still counting.


    ¡°I need Edde next to me¡± I cried inaudibly in-between my legs.


    ¡°Uhm, Mrs Loxley the light is back on¡± I heard as I quickly raised my face confirming the light as a smile cripped my lips and I ced my hand on my fast beating chest in relief.


    Soon the elevator got to the first floor as I quickly rushed out. ¡°Betta!¡± I heard behind me and before I could turn I felt that familiar hand hug me from behind.


    It was kinda shocking that Edde really hugged me for real like he missed me but I kept calm enjoying the moment.


    ¡°Ed¡­ Edde people are watching¡± I whispered.


    ¡°I don¡¯t care,¡± he said and turned me to face him. ¡°I know it must be hard staying in a dark elevator alone, how are you feeling?¡± He said rubbing my face worriedly.


    ¡°I am fine now that I¡¯m out, I wasn¡¯t alone I¡­¡±


    ¡°You were with him alone in there?¡± Edde muttered in a husky voice ring at someone at the corner as I turned to see Alec staring at us. I wonder why he stood there like the statue of liberty instead of leaving.


    ¡°Yes but I promise nothing happened, let¡¯s go home I¡¯m tired and hungry¡± I said pulling Edde who was still ring at Alec with fury.


    ¡°Did he hurt you? Was he stalking you or something?¡±


    ¡°None of that Edde, let¡¯s just go!¡± I was pissed off knowing that he wanted to fight Alec. ¡°Edde, people are filming you! Control your anger!¡±


    Getting on the drive way I could feel Edde¡¯s eyes piercing through my skin every second and it was kinda getting me scared that he might lose focus of his driveway and get us into danger.


    ¡°Betta are you okay?¡± Edde asked worriedly as I nodded hastily, for some reasons I like that he was worried about me and all I wanted was to smile my heart out but that would be cringy.


    ¡°Do you need anything? Ice cream, more chocte or fruits. I can get them for you¡± he offered as I turned to him and let out a hearty smile.


    ¡°When we get home I will have a better meal, I¡¯m sure the table is set already. I tested grandma Felicia¡± I replied as he nodded, probably satisfied with my reply, the rest of the drive back home was quiet. It was boring but quite relieving.


    Edde packed inside the garage as the maids hurried to the car to get the things we bought out, I came down from the car very exhausted as I dragged my feet into the house.


    ¡°Wee home ma¡¯am¡± one of the maids greeted me and took my bag.


    ¡°Just drop the bag in the bedroom, I will sit here for a while¡± I said in-between a yawn and sat on the couch resting my head on the arm and closed my eyes weing the chilly sir from the Air conditioner.


    ¡°Uhm, ma¡¯am lunch is served¡± The cook said in a bow as I nodded and shut my eyes back, I was too tired and couldn¡¯t see myself getting up again.


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    I yawned loudly as I rubbed my eyes to clear the smudgy view and sat up on the mattress stretching my bones tiredly, it had been a long stressful day for me. I tried eating but I couldn¡¯t eat much of the rice as that wasn¡¯t what I craved so the cook made Seafood pasta for me and that was what I ate before Edde led me to bed.


    Thinking of Edde, I scanned around the room but noticed that I was alone. I sighed and took my phone from under the pillow as I checked the time it was 7pm already. I must have slept for long.


    I carefully swung my legs down the bed and shoveled my legs into my slipper as I dragged my foot to the balcony and sat on the lounge chair. ¡°I can¡¯t wait to get him off me, we have three months to go and it still seems far to me¡± I sighed, rubbing my bump carefully when my phone beeped. I checked the screen and it was a message from Mnie asking if I was still busy. I quickly called her and she picked immediately.


    ¡°Hello Mel, how are you doing?¡± I asked worriedly as she sighed over the phone.


    ¡°I¡¯m fine, I¡¯m just scared I haven¡¯t told Mom and Dad about my pregnancy and you Know how strict my Dad is¡± I could tell Mnie was crying from the sound of her voice and I felt sorry for her, if anyone would want a baby it¡¯s definitely not Mnie because she¡¯s the type that would want to enjoy her youthful age before getting a family. It was also crazy to hear that Mnie would let a man bring down her ego let alone beat her up.


    ¡°Mel, please stop crying we will sort this out, but I think you should tell your parents hence you can¡¯t hide it forever¡±.


    ¡°No way Etta, my parents will disown me and me all this on me, they are thest persons in my mind after all they told me about being responsible and all¡­ Etta if there is anything I need now it¡¯s love, care and solutions not mes!¡± Mnie yelled angrily as I ran my fingers through my hair.


    ¡°No one is ming you and no one will, uhm¡­ Can you please send me Luca¡¯s number?¡± I asked, twitching my lips.N?velDrama.Org owns all content.


    ¡°Why? You want to confront him. No Etta that will add more petrol to the fire I don¡¯t want him to beat me up again.¡± She panicked as I sighed, rolling my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°No that¡¯s not what I intend doing, Edde is having his birthday party in two days time so all I want to do is invite Luca and tell him toe with you, that¡¯s an opportunity to talk things out¡± I said hopefully she understands.


    ¡°Etta, do you think Luca will ept your invitation? You know he is quite strong headed¡±.


    ¡°Just send it already!¡± I muttered in-between gnitched teeth.


    ¡°Thank you so much Etta, I will send it right away¡±.


    ¡°Anytime best¡± I replied and ended the call as I took a deep fresh breath.


    Speaking of Edde¡¯s birthday, why hasn¡¯t he still told me about it or doesn¡¯t he think it¡¯s important for me to know? Thanks to the text I saw on his phone from his event nner about the birthday preparation, if not I wouldn¡¯t have known that he was gonna throw a party.


    I wonder what he is upto¡­


    I helped myself up from the lounge chair and entered back to the room. I was already getting cold from the cold air and my face was already numb, same with my arms which already had goosebumps.


    Entering the room I sighted the baby stuff kept inside the opened walk-in closet.


    In a few months I will officially be a mom and Edde will be a dad, my Mom a grandmother and Mnie a godmother, it happened so fast!


    Am I fit to be a mom, will I be able to train my kid for just one year and fucking leave? I want good training for my son and I want to be a good mom to him unlike my mother.


    Will I be able to leave my baby at a very young age for Edde and his sluts to take care of? I don¡¯t want my son to act like his father. I¡¯d me myself. I wish I could reverse this contract.


    I felt hot tears roll down to my lips as I quickly wiped it off, I didn¡¯t realize I was crying. I should reserve my tears for the day I will leave my baby to Edde¡¯s care.


    ¡°Ray, how dare you!¡± Edde¡¯s voice came in so loud that it could hurt his throat. Why does he sound so angry?


    ¡°Edde, what¡¯s the issue?¡± I heard Ray¡¯s calm voice.


    ¡°Hey! Don¡¯t give me that goody attitude like you don¡¯t know what you did! Before leaving this house with Elizabeth I remember warning you to stay far from my car and my money but still you couldn¡¯t hold back the demon in you! You still went out with my car and spent the hundred thousand dors I left in there¡­. How dare you Ray!¡± Edde yelled with rage in his voice, I could tell the level of his anger from the sound of his voice.


    ¡°Edde, I can exin just¡­¡±


    ¡°Shut the heck up! Just when I thought five years in prison would change you but here you go again, still stealing!¡±.


    Wait¡­ Ray steals!


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 Chapter 36

    Hearing the steady footstep matching on the Stairs I could tell it was angry Edde so I quickly hurried back to the bed,y down and covered myself pretending to be asleep.


    He Swung the door open and for some seconds everywhere was dead silent. ¡°Stop pretending to be asleep Elizabeth, I can see your reflection through the mirror¡± he said calmly as I bit my lips nervously, I totally forgot we have a wall mirror by the bed.


    I pretentiously yawned and sat up now facing his angry face. ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± I asked as he sighed deeply and fell on the couch.


    ¡°It¡¯s nothing serious¡± he replied almost in a whisper as I rolled my eyes heavenward¡­I heard every damn thing punk!


    I watched as he clicked on his phone, obviously engrossed in whatever he was doing. I yanked off the bed cover from my body and sat at the edge of the bed ring at him scornfully, he raised his head up looking at me as he shrugged his shoulders.


    ¡°What¡¯s wrong?¡± He asked as I bit my lips tightly that it definitely turned red.


    ¡°When were you gonna tell me about your birthday?¡± I asked harshly as he furrowed his brows.


    ¡°How did you know About my birthday?¡± He asked curiously as I scoffed.


    ¡°Of course I¡¯d know! I have kept track of it for 5 years now!¡± I yelled as he shone his eyes in shock making me realize what I said to his face as I quickly shut my mouth with my palms Melting in embarrassment.


    ¡°Five years?¡± He repeated in shock as I slowly let my hand slip down my mouth as I signed. I have overgrown this, I should stop being unnecessarily shy. He knows that I had a crush on him before we met.


    ¡°Yes, five freaking years Edde! That isn¡¯t the issue¡­ When did you n to talk about your birthday with me?¡± .


    ¡°Well, I nned on surprising you but hence you¡¯re mad about it I will just say it¡±.


    He nned to surprise me? That¡¯s the least I expect from him. Should I tell him not to bother telling me or¡­


    ¡°I invited Luca and Mel and I also booked a flight for them¡± he said as I gasped in shock.


    ¡°You invited my bestie!?¡± I felt my heart beat increase in joy, I didn¡¯t expect such sweet thing from him! Now I feel bad for letting him tell me.


    ¡°Why are you shocked? I thought you would like to see your friend again?¡± He asked curiously as I smiled.


    ¡°No I¡¯m really happy, I am just surprised that you did that for me¡±.


    ¡°I equally invited your mom but she said that she isn¡¯t in New York and can¡¯te for my birthday¡± Oh goodness my mom! Where has she gone to and who knows the old man she is with now?¡­ She didn¡¯t even bother telling me.


    ¡°Thanks so much for inviting Mnie and Luca, I nned inviting them too¡± I said in a smile, if only I could just hug him and kiss him like couples freely do.


    ¡°You¡¯re wee¡± he said boredly and took hisptop on the table.


    ¡°Uhm, Edde¡­¡± I said as he raised his eyes, giving me a questioning look. ¡°Never mind¡± I said and picked my phone. It was so annoying to be in the same room as Edde but still can¡¯t have a nice discussion with him. I feel like a robot because ever since my belly bump increased he stop touching me or even looking at me sexually he would rather sleep with Sadie who Always seemed to be ready to have him.


    For Four months I have been a virgin, no sex no nothing all he tries to do is take care of my cravings which heins too much about.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°Betta, can you please choose a suit for me, there are lots of beautiful suits here and I seem to like them all¡± he said as he handed theptop to me. I could feel happy butterflies dancing in my belly. I couldn¡¯t hold the happiness of Edde actually asking for my opinion.


    I nodded at each suit I saw, indeed they were all ssic but I prefer grey on my men. I have seen Edde in grey suits and he looks hot in it. ¡°This Grey Armani will look good on you¡± I said, showing him the screen as he nodded with a cold smile.


    ¡°I like it, order for it¡± he said as I clicked on the order button and kept theptop back on the table just then Edde¡¯s phone rang.


    ¡°Hey what¡¯s with calling me by this time?¡± He Answered coldly in-between gnitched teeth. ¡°I aming¡± he said worriedly and stood up about heading out.


    ¡°Where are you going?¡±


    ¡°Sadie is in the living room, she¡¯sining of a slight fever¡± Edde replied, sounding worried as I scoffed. I knew that Sadie was faking all of this to get close to Edde tonight.


    ¡°Why is she here instead of  the hospital?¡± I asked as he sighed, running his fingers through his hair. ¡°Because I don¡¯t know you as a doctor or, are you?¡± I pointed with a furrowed brow.


    ¡°Elizabeth, let¡¯s keep the long talks aside, she is already here let me just see her¡± he said as he made to dash out.


    ¡°Uhm, Edde I am having that usual back pain again I was about to tell you before your girlfriend called¡± I said, faking a pale face as he sighed.


    ¡°Elizabeth, just give me a few minutes. I will be back to take care of you¡± he said hastily and dashed out as I rolled my eyes falling back to the bed.


    Why does he seem so worried about Sadie that he chose to attend to her before me?


    ¡°Why is Sadie trying so hard toe back to Edde?¡± I Muttered and sighed as I dressed myself into the bed and stretched my hand to the inte system lying on the wall and clicked the button. ¡°I need a ss of milk¡± I messaged.


    I shut my eyes waiting for my order, it¡¯s been minutes and yet I haven¡¯t received my milk. I sat up and red at the door. Edde or Ray is supposed to get me the milk hence the workers ain¡¯t around and I¡¯m sure Ray is still pissed from his argument with Edde so ¡­ Why hasn¡¯t Edde brought my order?


    ¡°It can¡¯t be because of Sadie!¡± I said in-between gnitched teeth and shoved my legs into my slipper as I matched out of the room.


    Stepping down the stairs I sighted Sadieying on Edde¡¯spsfortably which even got me more pissed.


    ¡°Edde! Is this why you left me alone in the room? You heard my order but you choose to ignore me because of this slut?¡± I yelled as Sadie sat up immediately ring scornfully at me.


    ¡°How dare you! How dare you call me a slut you low life cheap whore who forced yourself to get pregnant for Edde¡± she said back Making me want to strangle her at once.


    ¡°Elizabeth I told you¡­¡±.


    ¡°Spare me that Edde, does this witch look sick to you? I mean isn¡¯t it obvious she¡¯s tryna get close to you?¡­ Or even if she¡¯s sick why didn¡¯t she just go to the hospital, wait- Speaking of that, I¡¯d like to help¡± I said as I walked over to Sadie and pulled her hair dragging her out to the exit.


    ¡°Ouch! Edde, get your crazy wife¡¯s hand off me now!!¡± She squealed as Edde tried holding me.


    ¡°Don¡¯t you dare!¡±.


    ¡°Elizabeth, stop this Please!¡± Edde pleaded as I pushed Sadie out and locked the door.


    ¡°You will regret this Elizabeth! I will call you out on social media!¡± She yelled, making me chuckle as I opened the curtains to see her crazy ass on the floor.


    ¡°Call me out on socials and also exin to them why you came to see my husband by this time of the night¡­ Bitch!¡± I yelled and closed the curtains as I turned to Edde giving him a hard re¡­such a cunt.


    ¡°Elizabeth, you didn¡¯t need to act wild,¡± he said softly.


    ¡°Get me the ss of milk I ordered¡±.


    *


    *


    Sadie Squealed in pain as she entered inside her house, her whole body was bruised due to the hard fall and her body ached badly. ¡°That girl is a witch! How dare she touch me! And Edde couldn¡¯t even fight for me¡± Sadie cried as she sat on the couch.


    ¡°Wee ma¡¯am¡± Sadie raised her head to see one of her maids.


    ¡°Get out of my sight!¡± Sadie yelled as the maid hurried out. ¡°I have an interview next week and Edde¡¯s birthday is in two days¡¯ time. How will I go with these bruises?¡± Sadie muttered and sighed as her phone rang out.


    ¡°Nat¡± Sadie hissed as she swiped to the answer icon ¡°what is it Nat?¡±


    ¡°Hi Sadie, with the sound of your voice I can tell that you¡¯re upset or¡­¡±


    ¡°Nat, why did you call?¡± Sadie asked impatiently.


    ¡°Well, I am in London now so, if you need my help just call on me¡± He said letting out a huskyugh over the phone.


    ¡°Thest time I sent you on a simple task at the club you got everything messed up and were beaten up so¡­I don¡¯t need you¡± Sadie said and hung up.


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 Chapter 37

    It¡¯s been a long day for me and basically everyone in the Mansion. Tomorrow is Edde¡¯s birthday and the house has been busy. The event nner and her workers were all over the ce and I couldn¡¯t get my Private time.


    I walked out of the bathroom after a warm Shower as I saw Edde standing with his eyes peering on his phone, he has been busy all day watching the event nners and he couldn¡¯t find time to change into something morefortable he was still on his night wear and he was obviously upied with something else on his phone.


    ¡°Edde¡± I said almost in a whisper as I sat in front of  the dressing mirror.


    ¡°Yeah Betta, get ready we will be leaving to a hotel right away. I already made a reservation,¡± he said in a hurry and threw his phone on the bed.


    ¡°Why?¡± I asked curiously with a shrugged shoulders. ¡°Your birthday is tomorrow and¡­¡±


    ¡°Elizebeth, quit asking me unnecessary questions! There is a bag in the closet, wear whatever you find in it¡­ I will just go take my bath¡± he said and turned towards the bathroom.


    ¡°I don¡¯t think there is a big deal in telling me why we are going to a hotel when we have an event tomorrow and people are flocking around the house right now¡± I said, raising my brows as he sighed and turned to me.


    ¡°Elizabeth, there isn¡¯t any big deal indeed, I am just taking you out of here because the house is busy and we need a private time together, we are only staying out for one night! that¡¯s it, now go dress up¡± He said as I nodded ¡°by the way, I have warned you to stop questioning me I fucking hate it and I hate that you don¡¯t want to listen I will just¡­just go dress up¡± he said in between gnitched teeth and entered the bathroom.


    I stood watching his retreating back as I wondered why he said all that to me, I hissed and headed to the closet. Going to a hotel isn¡¯t a bad idea at all. The event nner and her workers were literally in every corner  of the mansion. Edde really nned a big party.


    After dressing into the free ck gown Edde got newly for me and a beautiful ck slipper I packed my hair in a top knot bun with a little swoop bang, I literally look like a mom and a wife.


    I sat on the bed ying a game on my iPhone while waiting for Edde who was taking a lot of time.


    ¡°Elizabeth, please give me a few minutes. I will be back or I will call you toe down stairs¡± he said as I nodded slightly fully focused on the game.


    Soon I got fed up with the game after so many failures so I quickly swiped to my contact list and clicked on my mom¡¯s number, after a few rings she finally answered.


    ¡°Hi Mom¡± I greeted cheerfully. It¡¯s been a while since I spoke to my mom and I really missed speaking to her and seeing her. I miss seeing her even if she isn¡¯t a good mom.


    ¡°Hi girl, how are you doing?¡± My mom replied.


    ¡°I¡¯m good mum And you?¡±


    ¡°Well, I¡¯m having lots of fun here in Vegas¡± she said squealing happily as my eyes shone in shock.


    ¡°Vegas! Mom! Thought you¡¯d change by now!¡± I yelled hissing loudly ¡°You¡¯re definitely there with some old married man, this isn¡¯t a good thing to be heard for the sake of your reputation and mine, you should really stop Courtney Albie¡±


    I usually call her by her full name when I¡¯m advising her or angry at her and yeah, for the reputation part I Know that my mom doesn¡¯t have a reputation but¡­ That doesn¡¯t mean she should get her life more fucked up.


    ¡°Elizabeth, you should really get used to this because I ain¡¯t stopping, this is what pays me so I love it. By the way, when was thest time you sent me money for upkeep? I didn¡¯t disturb you because I¡¯m working hard!¡­ I think you should appreciate me¡± my mom said as I sighed, rolling my eyes heavenward, it¡¯s always fruitless advising my mom but I won¡¯t stop.


    ¡°I will send you some cash by evening, take care of yourself Mrs Albie¡±.


    ¡°Elizabeth, I think it¡¯s high time you stopped calling me Albie, your dad was a fucked up cunt so I can¡¯t with hisst name¡± she said making nearlyugh out with the way she expressed herself.


    ¡°Bye Mom¡± I said and hung up immediately as I bit my lips slightly realizing what it meant for me and Edde to spend a night together alone just us, no interruptions by Sadie or anyone! I might luckily getid tonight!


    The door cracked open interrupting my thoughts as I raised my eyes to the door.


    ¡°I¡¯m ready, we can go now¡± he said shing a smile as I grabbed my bag and headed out leaving him behind. ¡°Elizabeth, is everything ok?¡± He asked curiously as I shrugged.


    ¡°Yes, what?¡±


    ¡°Uhm, well you didn¡¯t smile back at me¡± he replied as I rolled my eyes heavenward and shed a fake smile.


    ¡°Now let¡¯s go already¡±.


    The drive to the hotel was so long and quiet I was already getting impatient until finally we drove into the hotel building as Edde packed at the lot. Such A beautiful ce! I have never seen such nice expensive hotel before made of pour ss that shone like diamonds.


    We came down from the car as a middle aged man walked to us almost immediately with a slight smile on his face.


    ¡°Wee to the best hotel in the United kingdom Mr and Mrs Loxley, shall I show you the way to your exclusive room?¡± He offered politely as Edde nodded.


    ¡°What about our bag?¡± I whispered.


    ¡°They will bring it to us, don¡¯t worry,¡± he whispered back as we walked behind the man. The interior of the hotel was so ssic and every single person inside looked rich too. I can¡¯t imagine the amount Edde paid just for us to spend a night out here.


    ¡°Edde¡± I whispered as he turned ¡°this ce looks expensive, how much did it cost you?¡± I asked as we entered inside the elevator.


    ¡°Do I have to pay to be in my hotel?¡± He replied as my mouth fell open in shock.


    His hotel!?


    *


    *


    Throughout the day all I did was eat all sorts of dishes, Edde made sure that all I craved was provided while he just ate little, I walked over to the balcony and looked down to the beautiful luxury view.


    I hissed and sat on the lounge chair exhausted. I have been trying to preupy myself with random things but it wasn¡¯t working. I didn¡¯t expect a night out with Edde to be this boring.


    I looked into the room through the ss door and Edde was still on the phone yelling and directing the event nner on his choice of design. I stood from the lounge chair pissed off as I walked back into the room.


    I stood by the wall ring at him scornfully as he raised his eyes to see my pissed off face. ¡°I will call you back¡± he said and hung up. ¡°What¡¯s the issue, do you need anything? I can call the waiters to get you more food¡± he said as I gnitched my teeth angrily trying hard not to curse him.


    ¡°Wait, Edde, what¡¯s this night out for? Did we leave home to an expensive hotel just to eat and you make annoying calls!?¡± I yelled as he made a few steps towards me.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°Elizabeth, we came here because of you! I noticed that you weren¡¯tfortable with how they flocked around the house so I brought you here! I mean¡­I deserve a thank you Babe¡± he said and hissed.


    Did he just call me babe!? I was screaming internally as I felt his hand around my waist ¡°your belly is so big that I can¡¯t even give you a proper hug¡± he said, making me chuckle softly as I felt his soft lips on my forehead giving me a warm peck.


    If only everyday could be like this! I need his full loving attention, not just food and luxury. I felt so rxed with our closeness that I just wanted to kiss his lips.


    ¡°I know what you want Elizebeth but I can¡¯t offer you that in this condition you know¡± he said as I bit my lips lightly.


    ¡°Do you have to f*ck your ex? Why don¡¯t you hold on until I leave?¡± I said almost in a whisper as he caressed my waist softly.


    The fact that I would be leaving Edde after all these cozy moments is just too absurd, maybe it¡¯d be best I let him do whatever he wants to do hence we ain¡¯t married for real.


    ¡°Elizabeth, can we skip this discussion please?¡±


    ¡°Is Sadie gonna be at your birthday party?¡± I asked curiously.


    ¡°I don¡¯t know,e over to the bed, let me be your masseur¡±.


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 Chapter 38

    After a beautiful chill night with Edde it was finally the day we have been preparing towards, his birthday.


    I woke up but didn¡¯t find Edde on the bed. I checked the time and indeed I woke up quitete. Edde¡¯s massagest night must have rxed my bones greatly.


    I sat up on the bed and rested my back on the head board as I grabbed my phone. Mnie must have arrived with Luca so I need to speak to her¡­ Just in-between my thoughts I heard a knock on the door.


    ¡°Come in¡± I said calmly, hopefully whosoever is knocking would hear me, the door slowly opened as a waiter walked in with a tray of food.


    ¡°Good morning ma¡¯am¡± he greeted with a wide smile as I nodded.


    ¡°What¡¯s that?¡± I asked, pointing at the covered foods.


    ¡°Master Edde told us to get you fruit sd, desserts and Bacon¡¯s, we also made you fruit juice¡± he said as I smiled.


    ¡°You may leave¡±  I said as my eyes fixed on the tes, I couldn¡¯t wait to eat! Edde really ordered it right.


    I noticed the presence of the waiter as I looked up with a slight frown. ¡°I said you can leave now¡± I repeated.


    ¡°I have to wait for you to finish eating ma¡¯am¡± he said bowing slightly as I rolled my eyes.


    ¡°I just woke up now, I haven¡¯t brushed or done anything so I can¡¯t eat now¡± I exined as he bowed and left.


    I dialed Mel¡¯s line and after a few rings she picked up¡­


    ¡°Hey Etta, how are you doing!? I tried calling you all through the night but you didn¡¯t pick up¡± Mnie said as I sighed.


    ¡°Yeah, I was just too weak so I slept early¡±


    ¡°or you were getting all lovey dovey with Edde Loxley?¡± She said letting out a titter as I scoffed.


    ¡°I did nothing with Edde, he was equally tired¡­ How are you doing? Hope the workers are attending to your needs?¡±


    ¡°definitely, this ce is way bigger than I imagined! So luxurious and beautiful¡± Mel squealed loudly as I smiled.


    ¡°Exactly my reaction when I first visited the house, I was So scared of the hologram tile¡±.


    ¡°Who wouldn¡¯t be¡± she said as we bothughed out loud ¡°When will you be back?¡±


    ¡°Before the party starts I will be back, Mel I gotta go¡± I said.


    ¡°Kk¡± she said as I hung up.


    I took a deep breath as I walkedzily to the bathroom. If only I wouldn¡¯t smell if I didn¡¯t take my bath and brush my teeth I would have gone back to bed like this.


    ¡°Where the heck is my baby daddy¡±


    ¡°Hi love¡± I heard that cold husky voice as I turned to the bathroom entrance to see Edde resting on the walls of the bathroom entrance, he looked hot as usual on the biker shorts and towel wrapped around his neck.


    The sweat dripping down his muscr chest made me know that he wasing from the gym. I blinked my eyes, getting rid of my lustful thoughts as I turned to the wall mirror.


    ¡°Didn¡¯t notice you entering¡± I said inly as he used the towel to wipe off the sweat on his body.


    ¡°I don¡¯t need to announce myself¡± he said as he pulled down his shorts, I was too used to seeing him naked that his nakedness doesn¡¯t freak me or make me scared again.


    ¡°Why did you go out looking like a man slut? The least you could do was put on a shirt or something to cover your chest¡± I said turning to him.


    ¡°Someone is jealous¡±


    ¡°Cut that crap, you wish¡± I scoffed, I was indeed jealous but you don¡¯t expect me to admit that.


    Knowing how lost I was looking at Edde I could bet that these desperate bitches would do worse and Edde would definitely flirt back!¡­ Thinking of that alone makes me burn.


    ¡°Come join me in shower¡± Edde said as I pursed my lips.


    ¡°Thanks for the offer Mr¡± I said and put my toothbrush in my mouth.


    *


    *


    I stood by the mirror as I wore the silver jewelries Edde bought that matched with my outfit, I stared closely at my reflection as I let out a slight smile as the looks of Edde on his expensive Armani suit kept shing through my brain giving me more reasons to love the hot yboy that put me in the family way.


    The slight knock on the door interrupted my fantasy thought of Edde as I walked over to the door wondering who the visitor was, I opened the door to see two slim blonde guys and once they saw me they made a little courtesy with a beautiful smile on their lips.


    ¡°Good day Mrs Loxley we have been instructed by Mr Loxley toe change your looks¡± they said as I raised my brows awed by the manner they addressed me.R¨ºAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only


    I stood watching them with my arms folded around my chest as I contemted if I should ept the offer or not. I ain¡¯t the type to focus on my looks and get my ass t by sitting for a long time.


    But knowing that rejecting the offer is me disrespecting Edde and that would make us fight on his birthday, I wouldn¡¯t want that. ¡°Pleasee in,¡± I said, opening the door wide.


    I stared at the mirror with a wide smile curved on my lips, an hour for my make-up and hairdo was quite worth the patience.


    The silver hairpins used to style my hair was a real silver and it sparkled at every second, I couldn¡¯t stop admiring myself and wishing that Edde wouldpliment my fits¡­ I turned to the guys and nodded slightly at them. ¡°You did well,¡± I said, letting out a satisfying smile as they bowed proudly and left the room.


    Not still getting enough of my looks I smiled at my reflection with my hand ced on my huge bump.


    ¡°You look exquisite Betta,¡± The one very cold British ent sang Melody to my ears as I smiled and turned swiftly to him, this time he didn¡¯t have a cold look. He gave me a genuinepliment for sure.


    ¡°You don¡¯t look bad too,¡± I said, taking a few steps forward.


    ¡°More like, I look ssic and hot and you can¡¯t get enough of lusting over me¡± he said with a cold smirk as I rolled my eyes heavenward, such confidence to read my mind so perfectly ugh! ¡°Shall we¡± he said, giving me his arm as I crossed my arms in his.


    The ssic drive back home where Edde¡¯s birthday party was taking ce turned out fun, it was an exotic ride in a Lamborghini truck and this time Edde let his driver drive us while we sat at the back together.


    Nothing happened between us but his energy vibe to Kanye West¡¯s old album ying on the stereo system was enough, I never saw him in such a mood before and I bet all this energy wasn¡¯t because today is his birthday he isn¡¯t a kid¡­ There is definitely something behind his happy mood.


    Soon we got into thepound as the driver helped us with the door. We walked hand in hand together on the red carpet that was created on the floor as camera shes almost got me blinded.


    I felt like a new bride walking on the aisle and getting all the attention in the world. The guards made sure that paparazzi were far from us and that alone was a big relief.


    Just as we were about entering the mansion. ¡°Etta!¡± I heard that familiar voice scream my name and before I could turn her hands wrapped around me in a rough hug that I nearly fell.


    ¡°Oh my goodness, Etta I¡¯m sorry I totally forgot that you have a big¡­. Wait, what!¡± She yelled in a whisper looking at my bump. ¡°It¡¯s so big now! I can tell that you¡¯re almost due¡± She said as I smiled, I still felt slight pain in my belly due to the way Mnie hugged me but the Euphoria of seeing her couldn¡¯t let me feel the pain but look into my bestie¡¯s eyes.


    We stayed years together and now I can¡¯t believe that we are distanced.


    ¡°I miss you so much Mel¡± I said almost in a whisper as she smiled.


    ¡°I miss you Etta¡±


    ¡°Hey, you both don¡¯t want the paparazzi thinking I kidnapped Elizabeth so let¡¯s just go in and you can continue with the lovey dovey thingy¡± Edde said as he pulled me in with him as Mnie chuckled walking behind us.


    The Loud music ying hit my ears upon entering the sitting room which was dim. Once our presence was noticed everyone parted from the dance floor making a walkway for us giving the vibe of a couple walking on the blessed aisle.


    That feeling again¡­


    Suddenly they started cheering for us, I was forced to smile because I have never felt so important before.


    The Audience sang the birthday song as Edde walked to the stage where his very elegant beautiful cake sat. He had a very beautiful genuine smile curved on his lips that I couldn¡¯t help but droll.


    ¡°Make a courtesy and a wish before cutting the cake¡± the master of ceremony said as Edde cleared his throat and his eyes travelled to my direction with an unfathomable expression.


    What¡¯s he gonna say!¡­


    ¡°Shout out to my Wife Elizabeth Albie Loxley, she is the only reason my birthday is being celebrated, you all know that I have never fancied birthdays. I also want to wish her a very safe delivery¡± He said as everyone cheered and pped.


    I was speechless, now I see where the happy mode wasing from¡­ He broke his record of not celebrating birthdays because of me?


    I was feeling the butterfly thingy in my belly when a soft hand which I knew belonged to Mnie touched me.


    ¡°He loves you¡± Her voice sang softly to my ears.


    Maybe he doesn¡¯t love me, he just appreciates me for having his baby. I mean, it¡¯s Edde and he doesn¡¯t do love.


    Edde¡¯s hand gestured for me toe over as I gulped hard nervously, my butt felt sweaty.


    ¡°You don¡¯t want to keep him waiting¡± Mnie said softly to my ears and pushed me slightly.


    She¡¯s a devil!


    I controlled my wobbly legs as I stood in front of him staring at his chest and trying hard to avoid his piercing look.


    He slowly raised my face as I looked into his ck shiny eyes. His eyes alone felt like guns to my feelings. It could make me submit myself to him with just a stare.


    ¡°Is this the point where we kiss¡±


    I didn¡¯t dare say that!


    Before I could realize what I said his soft berry lips married mine.


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 Chapter 39

    I noticed Sadie¡¯s mood when I and Edde walked hand in hand out of the stage getting all the attention in the world. While we sat and drank I noticed her constant re at me. I must say she¡¯s even more mad at me now than ever.


    Literally everyone in the table smokes apart from me and Mnie. Well that doesn¡¯t stop Mnie from being the bad bitch she was, Mnie was more into drinking than smoking and I am very sure that she would be leaving this party wasted.


    Wyatt¡¯s wife Rue is also a smoker and I found it weird seeing couples smoke together but they seem to be cool with it.


    ¡°Elizabeth, won¡¯t you take anything? There are soft drinks here,¡± Ray said as I smiled lightly.


    ¡°I¡¯m okay¡± I said as he nodded and sipped his drink.


    I couldn¡¯t tell them to stop smoking and there is no way I¡¯m leaving the party back to the room without endless questions.


    Soon Sadie left the table and I could tell that she left because of me, she can never like me.


    My eyes drifted to Luca and Mnie, the space between them was obvious.


    After f*king my friend for years he is suddenly disgusted by her presence because she is pregnant, why are men so cold hearted. All I wanted to do was rip his heart out of his chest in defense of Mnie, Mel helped me to humble Edde so I don¡¯t mind doing anything to make her happy.


    I bit my lip slightly looking away as Ray left the table.


    Edde and Wyatt were lost in the ¡®How many shorts can you drink¡¯ Game  while Rue did nothing but smoke, I was already feeling bored and Queasy.


    ¡°Luca, please can I  talk to you for a few minutes?¡± I asked as they all turned to me curiously. ¡°Privately¡± I added as he shrugged.


    ¡°Fine¡± he said standing up as I faked a smile at him.


    ¡°Betta, is everything alright?¡± Edde asked curiously as I nodded and led Luca out.


    Getting to a secluded spot I aggressively hooked Luca on his shirt and pinned him to the wall. Watching him treat Mnie like trash hurt me badly and I couldn¡¯t hold back the urge to confront the scumbag.


    ¡°Elizabeth, what¡¯s the meaning of this, let go of my shirt, you¡¯re rumpling it!¡± Luca shouted as he tried pulling off my hand but my hand held him too tight to be able to pull off easily.


    ¡°Elizabeth let go, I don¡¯t want to push you!¡±


    ¡°Oh, try it! Let me show you the stuff I¡¯m made of. I ain¡¯t Mnie that loves you so much that she doesn¡¯t want to teach you a lesson¡­now tell me, What¡¯s going on between you and my bestie?¡± I asked harshly as he hissed.


    ¡°I will reply to you if only you let go of my expensive shirt¡± he said as I scoffed and left his shirt.


    ¡°Listen Elizabeth, whatever issue I have with Mnie we are gonna settle it between us¡± he replied as I bit my lip trying hard to swallow my anger.


    ¡°Settle issues by beating my bestie up after impregnating her?¡± I asked with a curved brow as I  faked a smile. ¡°You will go out there now and you will apologize to Mnie in front of the audience¡± I said as he scoffed.


    ¡°No way I¡¯m doing that miss¡±


    ¡°Oh Yes way you¡¯re doing that else you wanna get your ass whooped by the guards!¡± I yelled and spat on his face as I giggled loudly walking back to the party floor.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°We will be waiting!¡± I called out as I could hear his loud grumble.


    I sat back on my chair as my eyes drifted to Mel who kept whispering words to me with her right hand covering her mouth, I simply shed a wink at her and turned to Sadie. She was back but her face was still looking stern.


    ¡°Hello ma¡¯am, I got you your favorite drink. Chapman¡± one of our very familiar maids offered as I smiled at her generosity, indeed I love Chapman but I don¡¯t want to drink at all.


    ¡°Come on Betta, it¡¯s my birthday and the least you could do right now is drink please¡± Edde said as I rolled my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°Fine! I will drink¡± I said and took the drink from the maid more like a waitress at the moment as she bowed and left.


    I made to ce my lips in-between the fragile ss cup as¡­ ¡°Elizabeth, don¡¯t drink it!¡± Ray¡¯s voice shouted loudly making my hands wobble out of shock as the ss shattered to the ground.


    He was already creating a scene as the music was turned off and all eyes were on us.


    ¡°Why did you have to shout so loudly? You got me scared, and why shouldn¡¯t I drink¡± I asked curiously in a furrowed brow.


    ¡°Sadie here poisoned your drink!¡± Ray said as everyone in the room gasped in shock.


    ¡°I won¡¯t let you embarrass me Ray! Where is thising from!?¡± Sadie yelled, standing up from her seat angrily.


    ¡°Come on Sadie, don¡¯t act dumb! I caught you red handedly and I got video of you poisoning the drink and also giving it to the innocent maid¡± Ray said going through his phone as my jaw dropped in shock, Sadie was shaking in fright and couldn¡¯t say a word.


    ¡°You¡­you have a video? That¡¯s insane Ray you¡¯re just lying¡± Sadie said in a cracked voice letting out a guiltyugh.


    ¡°Oh, let¡¯s see to that!¡± Ray said, showing us his phone screen as Sadie made to snatch it.


    ¡°Don¡¯t you dare!¡± I growled and stood up from my seat, I was still shocked that Sadie hated me so much to the extent of poisoning me.


    ¡°You¡¯re such a desperate bitch! What did I do to deserve so much hate from you!?¡± I yelled as tears rolled down my cheeks, camera shes wereing from every angle but this time I don¡¯t care, I need the world to know who she really is.


    ¡°Such a snake!¡± Rue Muttered


    Everyone was shocked, Edde couldn¡¯t say a word he was dumb founded by the whole situation and I could tell that he was also embarrassed.


    ¡°I knew it from the start that she hated Elizabeth and would want to hurt her¡±


    So many shades thrown at Sadie¡­


    She stood embarrassed as tears rolled down her cheeks, she couldn¡¯t raise her eyes out of shame and was probably hiding from the camera.


    ¡°What are you waiting for!? Call the cops!¡± Wyatt said, I was expecting Sadie to beg for her freedom but she never did.


    ¡°Do whatever you wanna do, I don¡¯t regret what I did and if I have the opportunity to do worse, I definitely will!¡± She groaned loudly as I smiled.


    ¡°We will see if you can survive this, Ray please call the cops¡±


    In less than five minutes the cops arrived and took Sadie away, the party was cut short and all the guests went back home leaving us all alone.


    Wyatt and Rue were still on the Sadie issue while the rest of us were quietly recovering from the shock of Sadie¡¯s toxic action.


    ¡°Huh!? Luca ran away Etta!¡± Mnie screamed, getting all our attention. That was when I remembered that I asked Luca toe beg Mel and he hasn¡¯t been back since then.


    ¡°I simply told him toe beg you in front of the guests and that was it, was it that hard for him?¡±


    Everyone was speechlessly watching us as Mnie cried, I felt guilty for even doing nothing. I have never seen her cry and it hurts to see her cry because of a guy.


    ¡°That dude doesn¡¯t look like the lovey dovey type, he looks like a thug and with the way he acted towards you during the party I could tell that he doesn¡¯t like you¡± Rue said nonchntly. ¡°You smoke?¡±.


    ¡°No she¡¯s pregnant and she doesn¡¯t, thanks for the offer Rue¡± I snapped and turned back to Mnie.


    ¡°Mel,e with me, we need to talk¡± .


    *


    *


    Days turned into weeks and weeks into months, I stood by the mirror staring at the reflection of my baby bump. Soon my baby will be born in less than two weeks ording to the doctor.


    Once my baby is born my days in Edde¡¯s life are numbered.


    For the past two weeks Edde has been busy with a new contract at work and barelyes back home early neither does he have my time, I can¡¯t remember thest time I saw him because he goes out early before I wake up from sleep in the morning andes backte at night when I already slept.


    I was also kept busy by a do who gets my mind ready for childbirth and she really does well in helping me emotionally just that she¡¯s too serious and doesn¡¯t make jokes.


    And when I do? She doesn¡¯tugh!¡­ Insane olddy.


    ¡°Ray! I don¡¯t really get what¡¯s going on, neither you nor Edde cares to know how I feel¡­ Do I smell now!?¡± I yelled into the inte system not minding if the message might get to someone else who isn¡¯t Ray.


    Just then a slight knock was ced on my door. ¡°Come in,¡± I said as the door opened.


    Ray walked in with a twinkle on his face. ¡°You look so pretty today Elizabeth,¡± heplimented as I smiled.


    ¡°Thank you¡± I Muttered grinning from ear to ear.


    ¡°Now let¡¯s get you ready¡± he said and pped dramatically as two men in purple tight glittery pantsuits walked in with purple faux fur rabbit ears on their hair.


    Gay!


    ¡°Who are they?¡± I asked curiously as I watched the men keep their boxes on the floor.


    ¡°Oh, They will be dressing you up for our family dinner¡­ Yeah, you weren¡¯t supposed to know about the n so don¡¯t get mad¡± he said and winked as I shrugged. ¡°Guys get in the work¡± he snapped and left my room leaving me with two weirdos.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 40

    I took onest nce at the mirror and took a deep breath. I am finally going to see Edde. It felt like I haven¡¯t seen him in forever, he suddenly became so busy with work when I needed him the most.


    ¡°You go girl!¡± One of the gay make up artists hyped me up snapping his finger to the air dramatically. ¡°You look so beautiful with or without makeup, that alone should give you the confidence needed, I¡¯m sure that Edde will be awestrucked when he sees you!¡± The other one uttered as I nodded and let out a hesitant smile.


    ¡°I guess I should get going now¡± I said and faked a smile as I quickly headed out to the dining room. Every step I took made me nervous, I and Edde Haven¡¯t seen each other in a while now. Will he find me attractive still?


    ¡°Hi Elizabeth,¡± I heard a masculine voice as I turned to see Mr Reluc Loxley. I was shocked to see him. When Ray told me about the family dinner I thought it was just for us but¡­


    ¡°Hi¡­hi¡± I stuttered, still shocked to see him. ¡°You¡¯re here¡± I uttered as he nodded with a light smile.


    ¡°I guess Edde didn¡¯t tell you that I wasing¡± he asked as I nodded. ¡°Well, I just had toe around to see my daughter inw, I¡¯m sure I got the right to see you huh?¡± He uttered as I lightlyughed and nodded, I could see his eyes on my belly which made me kinda nervous.


    ¡°You look beautiful, Edde is definitely doing more than I thought he would¡± hemented as I shrugged.


    ¡°I guess he is trying, he is just too busy for my liking these few weeks¡± I sighed as he stretched his hand to me.


    ¡°Let¡¯s go in, they are waiting¡± he said as I took his hand softly and smiled as he led me inside.


    Entering the dining room the first person my eyes caught was my mom, she was sitting next to Mnie and chatting with Edde and Ray.


    ¡°Mom!?¡± I uttered in shock as she turned to me.


    ¡°Elizabeth! Oh my Baby!¡± She uttered as she hurried to me and carefully gave me a hug, I couldn¡¯t help but smile widely. It¡¯s been almost a year of me not seeing my mom and suddenly Edde surprises me by inviting her to dinner.


    ¡°Mrs Courtney Albie, you still look so hot and sexy!¡± I teased her even if I knew that she hates being called Albie.


    ¡°And you look so beautiful pregnant! If only Edde can get you pregnant every year! It suits you perfectly!¡± My mom uttered as everyone brushed intoughter, I was slightly embarrassed but still lived in the moment.


    ¡°I¡¯m going through a lot here Mom so stop wishing¡± I said, faking a frown as I nudged her gently. ¡°He kicks too much,¡± I added.


    ¡°A he?¡± Reluc asked as I nodded. ¡°This is gonna be so fun!¡± He Squealed happily as I rolled my eyes.


    ¡°Will you guys keep standing and talking or will youe seat?¡± Edde asked coldly as I rolled my eyes at him making sure he notices that I was mad at him.


    ¡°Come on Elizabeth,¡± my Mom muttered as she walked back to her seat while I sat next to Ray who was almost done with his meal.


    Such a foodie.


    ¡°You¡¯re still mad at Edde huh?¡± He uttered as I nodded, I could still feel Edde¡¯s eyes piercing into my


    skin, ever since I rolled my eyes at him he hasn¡¯t taken his eyes off me¡­ He definitely has a lot to ask.


    .


    The dinner was going pretty smooth and fun, at least it got Mnie out of her sad state. She was happy now while I and Edde kept exchanging eye contact like it was a game.


    Soon the dinner was over but everyone was still into the discussion they were having so I quickly left the dinning room to my room, my intention was to have Edde follow me so we could have a little chat on his little attitude.


    My door opened as Edde walked in with worry written all over his face, he slowly closed the door as his eyes weren¡¯t leaving my side.


    ¡°Betta, I¡¯m sorry¡± he pleaded calmly.


    ¡°For what exactly, Mr Baby daddy?¡± I asked as he sighed and took a seat on the bed next to me.


    ¡°Work has been quite stressful these few weeks, I also thought It¡¯d be best if I left you to rest, I¡¯m sorry if that affected you¡± he said calmly as I took a deep breath.


    ¡°Ain¡¯t you the CEO? I mean, you don¡¯t have to participate in the work. You can just sit here and order¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s really not always like that, it¡¯s my business so sometimes I gotta be there and get things done the best way¡­ You won¡¯t really understand¡± he said as he stood up and took my hand. ¡°I have something beautiful to show you, it might lighten your mood hopefully¡± he uttered as I shrugged and followed him curiously.


    We got to the third room¡¯s door after ours as he turned to me with a light smile on his lips. ¡°Are you ready?¡± He asked as I nodded and watched him slowly open the door. ¡°Tadaaa!¡± He eximed enthusiastically as my mouth fell open in shock, it was a well designed baby nursery with a pretty blue colored baby bed.


    I speechlessly walked into the room, I was too stunned to say a word. How long has he been working on this room!? ¡°Wow! Edde this is so beautiful! And so thoughtful of you, I never had this in mind!¡± I uttered as I ran my hand through the well designed wall.


    ¡°I¡¯m happy that it made you happy¡±.


    ¡°It really did, I never knew you cared about the baby for real!¡±I uttered as I heard him scoff at my speech.


    ¡°Of course I do, I wasn¡¯t just ready but now I guess I am¡± he shrugged as I sighed and sat on the chair next to the bed.


    ¡°I can¡¯t imagine leaving my baby at a very young age, he is gonna hate me when he grows up¡± I Muttered worriedly as he sighed. ¡°He is going to be a cute little kid and needs me closer, you are so busy Edde and I can¡¯t bear to see him Calling one of your bitches mom!¡± I added as I ran my fingers through my hair frustratedly, I expected him to react or say something but he Rather stood with his two hands dipped into his pockets.


    What was I really expecting? For Edde to suddenly sympathize with me and let me take our baby or maybe marry me? Edde will never think of doing that and I won¡¯t even want that.


    I wish this is something I could reverse, it is a signed deal and he paid me for it. I have even spent almost all the first payment!


    I sighed as tears rolled down my cheeks. ¡°I will just go to the room, I think I need rest¡± I said as he nodded gently.


    That was so cold of him! He didn¡¯t even say a thing.


    I took a quick bath and sat on the bed. I was still very mad at Edde, he still hasn¡¯te to check on me. I¡¯m sure that he is having a good time with others down stairs.


    I checked the time and it was already 10pm, my sleep time was near but I wasn¡¯t feeling sleepy. My eyes drifted to myptop as I sighed deeply, staying here with Edde has made me forget about my school. The final exam was over and neither me nor Mnie wrote the exam.


    I wasn¡¯t bothered though, all my mind could think of was my new life, Edde and the baby.


    ¡°Things are getting tough for me¡± I mumbled and hissed as I got a text on my phone, it was from my mom. I clicked on it and it was a message of her asking me toe down stairs.


    ¡°I am quite tired Mom, see you in the morning¡± I typed and read out audibly as I sent my reply andy down.


    ¡°Betta?¡± I heard Edde¡¯s calm voice as I quickly turned to see him standing by the door.Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org.


    ¡°I didn¡¯t hear the door open¡±.


    ¡°You were probably deep in your sleep¡± he replied as I sighed.


    ¡°I wasn¡¯t sleeping¡± I replied as he sat on the couch.


    ¡°I don¡¯t know why you¡¯re so worked up about taking care of the baby, I mean, you still have one year to stay with him¡± Edde started as I scoffed.


    ¡°It sounds so easy for you huh? I am the one to birth him. I know what I have gone through carrying my baby so I know how It¡¯d feel leaving him behind for you!¡± I replied harshly and turned my back at him.


    ¡°Elizabeth you still have a long time here, this is a signed deal which you can¡¯t change¡± he uttered and walked to the bathroom.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 41

    Edde walked out of the bathroom after shaving and showering, it has been two weeks and he felt like he wasn¡¯t taking care of himself enough.


    He entered the room smelling and feeling fresh just to see Elizabeth fast asleep and snoring loudly which was thetest development ever since the 5th month of her pregnancy.


    He sighed as he walked over to the bed and sat next to her, he gently tucked the strands of hair which was covering her face behind her ears as he stared at her peaceful sleeping face, she had dried tears lines on her face which tells that she cried herself to sleep.


    Edde took a deep breath as he gently massaged her arms subconsciously and thinking of his recent life with Elizabeth, he knew for sure that he had fallen deeply in love with her but he didn¡¯t want to show it.


    His ns all through his First encounter with Elizabeth and his father getting involved was to have Elizabeth birth his child and leave his life for good, he wasn¡¯t ready tomit to marriage. He had lots of things to do with his life and getting married will only restrict him.


    He decided not to show much love to Elizabeth so that his mind will be strong enough to leave her alone once the baby clocks one year, he was scared of getting on his feelings and proposing to Elizabeth at once.


    All his ns were already falling apart as he was already head over heels for Elizabeth, he loved everything about her. He liked her reaction when she¡¯s angry and also when she¡¯s happy, he loves when she fights Sadie for him, he loves the person she made him be this few months. He loves her Body.


    He loves when she¡¯s clingy and tries to get his attention.


    She was definitely his perfect Match from heaven and he could bet that with his life, time was running fast and he feared that soon she would be leaving him. He thought of how adorable it¡¯d be for both of them to train their son together, but unfortunately he wasn¡¯t falling for his feelings, he wasn¡¯t ready to get married¡­ The deal remains the deal.


    He pecked her forehead softly as she Squealed in her sleep turning to the other side of the bed, Edde took a deep breath as he left the room to the sitting room where everyone else was.


    ¡°Hey Edde! We have been waiting for you. Elizabeth said she was tired and needed rest, is she sleeping now?¡± Mrs Courtney said as Edde simply nodded and took a seat next to his father.


    ¡°We wanted you to binge watch a Netflix special series with us, are you ready?¡± Mnie asked with a wide smile on her face.


    ¡°Only if it isn¡¯t Romance¡± Edde replied boredly.


    ¡°Nope, it¡¯s Fantasy¡­ But with a few romance scenes, The originals ¡°. Mnie said as Edde shrugged indifferently.


    *


    ¡°Why haven¡¯t I thought of this all these while!? I mean this is Edde Loxley he can¡¯t possibly want to settle down overnight right?¡­ Something must have gone wrong!¡± Sadie muttered going back and forth in her room.


    It¡¯s been a week since her return from jail through the help of the C. E. O of B&W although not without paying him back in a freaky way.


    All Sadie had in mind was revenge and revenge, revenge on Elizabeth at least. She didn¡¯t have Edde in mind because she knew that he already lost interest in her but still she couldn¡¯t sit and watch Elizabeth take Edde when she no longer had him.


    That is Elizabeth defeating her and she can¡¯t stand defeat.


    She knew that she was badly painted ck on the inte and to her it was all thanks to Elizabeth.


    ¡°Something isn¡¯t right about their marriage, They even had a hidden Court engagement which only few people attended. No way I¡¯m slipping on this, I have to see Edde¡¯swyer, he should have a lot to say¡± Sadie said thoughtfully as she sipped her wine.


    *


    Sadie parked her car as she walked into the  grey painted house, she had already informed thewyer about her visit so she was awaited.


    ¡°Hi Sadie, it¡¯s been like forever we met, how are you doing?¡± Luke asked as he exchanged hugs with Sadie.


    ¡°I am doing great and you?¡± She replied, faking a smile as they sat on opposite couches.


    ¡°All Good, it¡¯s a surprise that you called me anyways, you have never called me so I¡¯m guessing you have a problem?¡± He Scowled as Sadie took a deep breath and leaned forward.


    ¡°I¡¯m here for business as it¡¯d be better described¡± She uttered as Thewyer confusedly raised his brows and scoffed uneasily.


    ¡°I don¡¯t understand you Miss, exin fur¡­¡±


    ¡°Edde¡¯s marriage with themoner is fake right? Don¡¯t lie to me please¡±Sadie asked, cutting him short sharply as Luke Scoffed uneasily.


    ¡°N¡­no¡­ No it¡¯s real, they wedded in my court¡±.


    ¡°I can tell that you¡¯re lying Mr Luke, I know Edde probably more than anyone and I know what he can do, Edde probably married her because she was pregnant and he didn¡¯t want a bad name¡­ Isn¡¯t it?¡± Sadie asked in a curved brow.


    ¡°That¡¯s not true, I personally signed the contract between the two couples¡±.


    ¡°Wait, Mr Luke. Did I just hear you say contract?¡± Sadie asked curiously as she sat up as if the couch hot her bum.


    ¡°No I didn¡¯t, I said marriage certificate¡± Luke said hastily as he gulped the lump in his throat.


    ¡°Oh, please I¡¯m not dumb I heard you clearly and even if I didn¡¯t, I have our voices recorded¡± Sadie said as Luke¡¯s mouth fell open in shock.


    ¡°You can¡¯t do that Sadie! That¡¯s a crime! Don¡¯t try to do this please¡±


    ¡°It¡¯s a crime if only I get caught and unfortunately you¡¯ve got no witnesses, so pathetic. And if you try doing anything funny I will tell Edde that hiswyer doesn¡¯t know how to control his speeches and he isn¡¯t safe with Suchwyers!¡­ How about that?¡± Sadie smirked as Luke hissed in defeat.


    ¡°What do you want?¡±


    ¡°The Truth, tell me everything I need to know about their marriage. I promise to pay you double of whatever Edde paid you once I get the information I want¡± Sadie uttered in a smile as Luke nodded.


    ¡°And what if Mr Edde Loxley finds out?¡±Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org.


    ¡°ohe on! You can¡¯t be that dumb! Of course you will leave the country at least! I will pay for your flight and amodation until the issue is resolved¡± Sadie assured as Luke took a deep breath.


    ¡°Hold on please¡±


    *


    *


    I groaned angrily at the annoyingly loud rm Edde recently bought as I stood from my bed and mmed the rm off. Edde bought it specially for me because I was waking up toote and missing my breakfasts.


    I yawned and shoved my foot into my Barbie pink fur slipper as I stretched my bones. I hate mornings.


    ¡°Good morning love¡± Edde greeted walking out of the closet with clothes.


    ¡°Aren¡¯t you going to work today?¡± I asked curiously as he faked a frown.


    ¡°Just yesterday you wereining of not getting much attention from me and here you are pretending like you don¡¯t want me to stay¡± Edde bbed as I rolled my eyes.


    ¡°That doesn¡¯t answer my question though¡± I said as I dragged my foot to the bathroom.


    ¡°I¡¯m following you to your doctor¡¯s appointment¡± he said in a smile as I Scoffed.


    ¡°I do not need you, you will onlyplicate things for me byining of an innocent doctor looking at me. I do not want your drama Baby daddy¡± I uttered half heartedly hoping he insists on going with me.


    ¡°That doesn¡¯t stop me from going with you¡± he shrugged and carefully ced the outfits on the bed.


    ¡°By the way that womanizer of a doctor has been transferred, now you have a female doctor!¡± Edde said loudly from the bedroom as I was forced to chuckle at his insecurity.


    ¡°Why don¡¯t you just admit that you¡¯re insecure and jealous?¡± I said, peeking my head out from the bathroom.


    ¡°This isn¡¯t a case of Insecurity, male doctors are not to be trusted¡­ Trust me¡±.


    ¡°Or your feelings for me?¡± I teased as his eyes softened, he walked towards me with the lightest almost unnoticeable smile as he pecked my lips.


    ¡°I really don¡¯t know how I feel, Elizabeth¡± he said. ¡°But you¡¯re literally my favorite person on Earth,¡± he added as I smiled.


    ¡°And your Dad?¡± I chuckled as he nudged me gently.


    ¡°My dad has done his part in my life and is now busy with his, I love my father for sure¡± he said in a smile. ¡°Will you let me bathe with you? To save water?¡± He shrugged as Iughed out loud at hisment.


    He suddenly lightened my whole mood this morning. I was literally mad at him when I woke up but here I am flirting with him and chuckling like buttercup.


    ¡°Come on in Baby daddy¡± I said as I pulled him in. ¡°Whenst did you touch me sexually?¡±


    ? Pop Precious

 Chapter 42

    The drive back home from the hospital was quite fun, Edde was obviously full of life as he was really singing out the music ying on the stereo system happily. I couldn¡¯t help but look at his handsome smooth face and down at his pretty lips moving to the lyrics of the song.


    He noticed my eyes on him as he turned and smirked. ¡°What¡¯s up? Why are you looking at me like you wanna eat me?¡± He uttered as I bit my lip lightly.


    ¡°I rather want to lick you¡± I replied as his mouth fell open.


    ¡°Elizabeth who spoiled you! Geez!¡± He eximed as I couldn¡¯t help but Chuckle at his funny attitude.


    ¡°The person f*cking me, who else?¡± I shrugged as he smirked at me almost making me lose my bnce, he is such a bad boy.


    Soon we got home, entering inside the sitting room everyone was seated and obviously waiting for us. Once they noticed our presence they all stood up, my mom rushed to me with worries written all over her face. ¡°Honey, are you okay? What did the doctor say?¡± She was just all over me.


    ¡°Mom I would like to sit, my waist hurts badly¡± I hissed as she paved the way for me. ¡°It was just a simple test, I don¡¯t know why you¡¯re worried¡±.


    ¡°When did the doctor say you shoulde back to the hospital, you have to be there before thebor starts you know?¡± Mnie asked curling towards me.


    ¡°Next week Tuesday¡± I replied boredly and hissed.


    ¡°Sometimes thebour starts before the date, I just hope it doesn¡¯t happen that way though¡± my Mom uttered worriedly as I smiled.


    ¡°Stop stressing about me Mom, trust me when I say I¡¯m fine¡±.


    ¡°you can¡¯t be totally fine, this is your first pregnancy so you definitely will go through a lot. I¡¯m supposed to be in Anta but I will stay back because of you¡±. Mom uttered as I smiled and nodded.


    ¡°your legs are swollen too, does it hurt?¡±.


    ¡°No Mel, it¡¯s just part of what happens when women get pregnant. I¡¯m hungry¡±.


    ¡°I made a nice chicken soup Etta¡± Mnie uttered with a smile on her face.


    ¡°This would be my first time tasting your food, please bring it!¡± I eximed as everyone chuckled.


    I could feel Edde¡¯s eyes on me but I decided not to look to avoid awkwardness, the way in which he looked at me made me quite ufortable as I turned to him. ¡°Edde, do we have a problem?¡±


    ¡°Huh? Problem? No we don¡¯t?¡± He shrugged as I rolled my eyes at his pretence.


    My lunch was served and to my utmost surprise the Chicken soup looked spicy and delicious, I took a spoon out of it and it tasted just as it looks. In a few minutes I was done drinking the soup and was asking for more, at the end of the day I took five tes of the soup and everyone else was forced to join me.


    My belly was filled and I feltzy too, I was feeling dizzy. ¡°I need to take a nap¡± I said as they all nodded. ¡°Edde,e lead me to the room, climbing the stairs will drain my strength¡± I uttered as he quickly pulled me up in a bridal style and took me upstairs.


    He gentlyid me down on the bed and pulled out my shoes. ¡°My earrings and ne too¡± I Muttered as he took them all off.


    ¡°Should I turn on the Air conditioner? You¡¯re sweating¡± he asked as I nodded. I felt hot due to the amount of hot chicken soup I ate. ¡°I will leave you to sleep¡± he said and headed out, my eyes were already smudging out with sleep until I gave up on it.


    Hours ran by and I woke up from sleep due to much cold. I couldn¡¯t stand up to switch it off. I was literally paralyzed in bed, my eyes felt hot, the bed was also burning and my breath too.


    I wasn¡¯t seeing clearly due to how hot and dehydrated I was, I curled myself to warm me up as I prayed in my heart for Edde or just anyone toe in. The gravity of airing from the conditioner was too much for me to handle, my heart felt frozen as I couldn¡¯t breathe properly I had to use my mouth for support which still wasn¡¯t helping as much.


    I tried stretching my hand to the cab table to grab my phone but I was too far from it.


    I felt hot tears roll down my cheeks as I panicked and forced more air into my system, everything just seemed to be effortless. I was giving up already.


    The door opened as Edde walked in and quietly went straight to the closet, he was probably thinking that I was still asleep.


    I stretched out my hand trying to get him to notice me but he was too busy with what he was doing.


    ¡°Betta, you¡¯re finally awake¡± he uttered once he turned to my direction. ¡°Babe why are you crying? Are you scared of childbirth or something?¡± He uttered worriedly as he sat next to me and ced his hand on my shoulder. ¡°Jesus! Betta you¡¯re burning! What¡¯s going on!¡± He panicked, taking his hands off me.Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org.


    ¡°The air conditioner, I can¡¯t breathe¡± I mumbled hoping that he hears me as tears smudged my view.


    ¡°You can¡¯t breathe!? Oh my God! I will call a doctor right away, first of all the conditioner needs to be turned off¡± he panicked as quickly turned off the air conditioner and ced a call on the doctor.


    In seconds of him turning off the air conditioner I was already feeling hot, burning hot. I was losing my mind.


    ¡°My love you will be fine, trust me and breathe out, fight for air while we wait for your doctor please¡± he pleaded as I nodded, the more I tried breathing the more my heart ached. I could see Edde¡¯s eyes turning glossy with tears as he watched me.


    Was he really crying because of my condition? I haven¡¯t seen him like this before.


    Soon my door barged open as everyone ran in, Edde must have texted them about my condition.


    ¡°Elizabeth what¡¯s going on! You were okay a few hours ago!¡± Ray screamed as they all surrounded me causing even more heat.


    ¡°Edde, call a doctor, what the hell is wrong with you!. Elizabeth has never fallen sick before this must be very critical!¡­ I won¡¯t spare you if anything happens to my daughter!¡± My mom yelled as Edde ignored her frustratedly.


    ¡°Etta, please help us to breathe, you really have to try harder. Edde turn on the air conditioner, she¡¯s sweating badly¡± Mel uttered as I shaked my head.


    ¡°Elizabeth, doesn¡¯t need that right now, can you all just stop making things difficult for me by panicking!? Her doctor is on the way!¡± Edde yelled angrily as everyone suddenly became mute.


    My brain hurts with aches and my temperature was getting higher by the second, I was feeling queasy too. I felt dead.


    My mom was crying, I haven¡¯t seen her this emotional because of me before. It saddened me that I was keeping everyone in tension.


    ¡°What the hell is wrong with you Doctor Maria!¡± Edde yelled over the phone. ¡°Tell any of the guards to direct you to my room¡± he replied calmly and ended the call.


    After a few seconds the door opened and the Doctor walked in.


    ¡°Start checking her right away, go! go!¡± Edde yelled as the doctor hurriedly took out her stethoscope and ced it on my chest.


    ¡°She¡¯s having high fever sir, I will prefer everyone to go outside while I check her please¡± She uttered as they all nodded and started heading out, Edde obviously didn¡¯t want to leave he was hesitant.


    ¡°Be careful with my wife please¡± Edde uttered with a sound of threat and harshness.


    ¡°Just leave!¡± I tried yelling as he quickly left.


    ¡°Ma¡¯am you have to calm down, you will be fine. Your crying will only increase my tension because I don¡¯t want Mr Loxley to kill me¡± she said calmly as I nodded.


    She put the venttor on my nose which automatically helped with my breathing, she did some little check ups and injections which made my body so weak that I slept.


    *


    ¡°She isn¡¯t waking up! Do something! What have you done to Elizabeth!¡± I heard a loud growl, it sounded like I was hearing it in my head. Like it was an echo, I couldn¡¯t open my eyes either to know where the noise wasing from.


    ¡°She can¡¯t die with the baby! What are you doing! You can¡¯t give up on her just yet!¡± What¡¯s going on, that¡¯s Edde¡¯s voice. Why is he crying?


    ¡°Sir please calm down, she is still breathing. I can¡¯t give up on her, let¡¯s keep praying and hoping she wakes up¡±.


    ¡°It¡¯s been twenty hours bitch! You¡¯re definitely going to jail!¡± That was Mnie.


    Elizabeth, please open your eyes!


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    My eyes flew open as I sneezed hard, my body felt weak and broken, my throat was dry as well. ¡°What¡¯s going on here? Why are you all crying?¡± I said as I sat up, they were all stunned staring at me.


    ¡°Betta, you¡¯re awake?¡± Edde uttered in awe.


    ¡°Yes of course, were you really crying?¡± I chuckled softly with my very low voice as my mom and Mnie hugged me like their lives depended on me.


    ¡°We all thought you were dead, you have been lying lifelessly for  twenty four hours¡± Ray Muttered with his eyes red.


    ¡°I must have taken a long nap, Doc, didn¡¯t you tell them you gave me a sleeping shot?¡± I said turning to the Doctor who had mixed expressions on her face, she was definitely relieved to see me awake.


    ¡°She didn¡¯t, She lied that you just slept off¡­ Such a bitch!¡± Mnie cussed as I nudged her and yfully red at her.


    ¡°I was scared of going to jail ma¡¯am, please lie down so that I can check your temperature¡±


    ¡°There is no high temperature, my bestie is fine now just go!¡± Mnie yelled making the doctor cringe as she left in embarrassment.


    ¡°Betta, Don¡¯t ever do this to me again, I thought I lost both you and the baby at the same time!¡± Edde uttered as he sat next to me with tears rolling down his cheeks.


    ¡°You really should cry more often Edde¡± I said jokingly as I nudged his arms making him fake a frown at me.


    ¡°I never thought I¡¯d see Edde¡¯s weak side, I guess I know his weak point now¡± Mr Reluc said and shaked his head in surprise.


    ¡°Please you guys should give us some moments alone¡± Edde requested with a cracked husky voice as they left the room leaving me and Edde together.


    ¡°Can you just stop crying? You¡¯re making me ufortable¡± I uttered and sighed as he suddenly hugged me warmly with genuine care.


    ¡°I miss you Betta, I just can¡¯t imagine losing you and our baby. I was literally nning to murder myself too¡± he said as my mouth fell open in shock.


    ¡°You didn¡¯t think that far Edde! Don¡¯t ever do that no matter what please¡± I said, cuddling his head, he pulled away from my arms as he stared into my eyes, the atmosphere around us was basically awkward and before I could say E his lips met with mine.


    He has never kissed me so well before, this time he kissed me like he genuinely missed me like he was hungry for the taste of my lips, our tongues intertwined together Making me moan softly as his fingers ran through my hair and my hands ran through his muscr back under his Polo.


    I was craving his touch so badly but he wasn¡¯t touching me like he really wanted to make love to me, I was getting fed up with the starvation. ¡°Edde, please let¡¯s do it, just this once before I give birth¡± I moaned to his lips as he pulled away from me.


    ¡°Elizabeth, you can¡¯t take it, you¡¯re heavily pregnant and you know how rough I am with sex. Please understand, I want you as much as you want me but I don¡¯t want to hurt you¡± he uttered calmly as I sighed, pulling him closer with his Polo as he hissed frustratedly.


    ¡°I want it that way! Just touch me please. How can we kiss so intensely and yet you didn¡¯t try to touch me, I feel like a wood¡­ Gosh!¡± I sighed and stood from the bed. ¡°I know you still cheat and that¡¯s why you don¡¯t know how it feels to be sex starved!¡± I yelled as he bit his lip.


    ¡°Trust me I haven¡¯t had sex in months, and with Sadie? I only slept with her twice and that was when we fought¡± he muttered as I scoffed.


    ¡°Papi I¡¯m not a fool, just leave me to myself else you will end up getting raped¡±.


    ¡°I can¡¯t make the mistake of leaving you behind, feel free to rape me¡± he said andy down as I scornfully red at him.


    ¡°Whore¡± I cussed underneath my breath.


    ¡°Call me all you want¡± he replied, I just felt like skinning him.


    A quick knock came on the door as I turned to Edde. ¡°Go get it¡±.


    ¡°But you¡¯re standing, just do it!¡¯.


    ¡°I can¡¯t walk¡± I muttered and took a seat as he sighed, walked over to the door and pulled it open, it was Mnie.


    ¡°Mel? What¡¯s up?¡± I could see that she was tensed up.


    ¡°Did you guys see the trending topics on Twitter? It¡¯s about you both and the marriage contract¡± she uttered as I turned to Edde who looked back shocked at me.


    ¡°Contract!? What¡¯s the headline?¡± He asked anxiously.


    ¡°it says, HERE ARE SOME PROVES THAT EDDE AND THE COMMONERS MARRIAGE IS FAKE, They uploaded some pictures¡±


    ¡°Oh my goodness! Edde, what are we gonna do now?¡± I Panicked as he tapped my shoulders softly.


    ¡°Is this news trending everywhere?¡±


    ¡°No, just on Twitter for now. Possibly before twenty four hours, we need to act fast¡±. Edde sighed.


    ¡°There is nothing we can do, Sadie is behind this. She must have bribed mywyer¡± Edde said, running his fingers through his hair in frustration.


    ¡°Yourwyer isn¡¯t faithful! Now he got us fucked up!¡± I uttered as my eyes smudged in tears, now I¡¯m back to the eyes and ears of the public. Something I tried avoiding for months now.


    ¡°I thought Sadie was arrested and was to be sentenced?¡±.


    ¡°Her director bailed her out, Sadie will stop at nothing to ruin me¡­ Fuck!¡±


    ¡°Edde, just pay the person that tweeted this to bring it down I¡¯m begging you, I can¡¯t face public embarrassment, they already see me as a desperate hoe¡± I panicked as Edde hissed.


    ¡°It doesn¡¯t work that way Elizabeth, Paying them will only bring more bad news that will ruin my reputation. Even if I have to pay, how many bloggers do you think I will pay? The news will continue passing on, just pretend it¡¯s not happening and face the moment, I really don¡¯t want to see this affecting you¡± he said and pulled me closer as I nodded.


    *


    Days passed and it was finally time to go to the hospital and expectbour. I was feeling nervous and knowing that childbirth is a painful experience I couldn¡¯t stop thinking and panicking in my mind.


    My mom had already packed a few things she thought I would need, Edde got lots of my favourite snacks, Mel sat cuddling around me, Ray just stood by the wall watching me worriedly. Mr Reluc was in the sitting room as usual.


    ¡°Mel, I¡¯m scared¡± I mumbled as she squeezed me into her arms.


    ¡°You will be fine Etta do not worry, you really have to be strong for us all. You¡¯ve got Edde with you at the hospital, you should be happy that he volunteered to stay with you¡± She said as I nodded. ¡°Can you just breathe in and breathe out?¡± Mnie said, demonstrating as I followed her.Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org.


    ¡°Edde, the snacks are enough now, let¡¯s get going already¡± I uttered and grabbed my little bag.


    ¡°Hand the bag over to me¡± Edde said as I smiled at him and handed the bag. ¡°Be strong Betta, please¡± he said and pecked my head softly.


    ¡°I hate pain¡±.


    ¡°You¡¯re a very strong young girl, so I have strong faith in you. I changed your doctor to a more dedicated worker. The otherdy seemed like a murderer¡±.


    ¡°I will really prefer a male doctor, they are more gentle to the females¡±


    ¡°Hmm¡­¡± Edde simply nodded


    My stuff was packed up at the back of the seat and the journey started. The closer we got to the hospital the more goosebumps filled my skin.


    I have never slept in a hospital before but now I have to, even if it¡¯s a private ward it¡¯s still a hospital with a horrible smell.


    I will be sleeping alone because Edde gotta get a hotel room.


    I couldn¡¯t stop imagining how these few days will go.


    ¡°You can sleep at the hotel with me though, every morning you get back to the hospital¡­ How about that?¡± Edde suggested as I smiled and turned to him.


    ¡°I would really love to, but I¡¯m scared of  things getting tough. Labor can start anytime you know?¡± I said as he nodded and focused on the driveway.


    We got to the hospital and Edde parked, my door was opened by him and I came down. As I walked towards the hospital door I felt pains in every step I took, the pain was triggering as it transferred to my belly, it was suddenly so unbearable so I stopped.


    ¡°Edde, I can¡¯t Walk again¡± I said in a faint voice as my eyes were blurring off and I was losing my bnce.


    ¡°Not again! Elizabeth! Where are the nurses here!¡± I could hear Edde¡¯s fading voice as he carried me in a bridal style and ran into the hospital.


    Everywhere cked out totally¡­


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 Chapter 44

    The nurses rushed out and took Elizabeth in, Edde couldn¡¯t help but panic and pray in his mind as he ran behind them, Elizabeth was rushed into the ward and when Edde tried going in they stopped him.


    ¡°Please sir wait at the lobby¡± one of the nurses pleaded as Edde tried pushing her out of the door.


    ¡°I don¡¯t trust you guys, I will burn down this goddamn ce if anything happens to my girl!¡± Edde yelled as the securities respectfully took him away.


    Edde sat on a chair at the lobby constantly checking his wrist watch as his legs vibrated impatiently waiting for positive news about Elizabeth¡¯s condition.


    It¡¯s been about forty five minutes since Elizabeth was taken into her ward and he hasn¡¯t still heard anything, he was getting impatient by the second.


    Once he sighted a doctoring out of her ward he rushed over to him and held his cor, almost lifting the man from the floor. ¡°What¡¯s wrong with her, talk to me!¡± Edde growled as the doctor hissed.


    ¡°Please Calm down Sir, everything is under control. Your wife is just having tokophobia, fear of childbirth and now her water broke out of the stress, she is currently inbor¡± the doctor said as Edde took a deep breath.


    ¡°I need to be in there with her, she needs me¡±.


    ¡°Yes sir, Come with me. Your wife has been seeking your presence¡±.


    Edde entered the ward just to see Elizabeth crying and squealing in pain, he felt bad watching her go through whatever pains she was going through especially when she has a phobia for it.


    ¡°Betta darling I¡¯m here, Please Calm down and do whatever they ask you to do¡± Edde said as he leaned towards Elizabeth who gave him a resounding p on his left cheeks.


    ¡°You fool! You caused all these! If only you had control over your penis I wouldn¡¯t have been in this situation!¡± She yelled as tears rolled down her cheeks.


    Edde, being in shock, rubbed his cheeks as he tried hard not tough at herment. ¡°Just push, Betta¡±.


    ¡°Shut up! Oh Lord, just give me this onest chance to get this baby out of me and I promise not to get pregnant again¡± she cried, the nurses obviously hadughter hanging in their throats while Edde covered his mouth with his two palms.


    ¡°Maybe I should leave this room before you beat the hell out of me, you¡¯re obviously angry at me¡± Edde shrugged as Elizabeth gave him a scornful re.


    ¡°You leave, you die!¡± She yelled and turned to the nurses. ¡°What are you guys still doing! Take this baby out of me!¡± She cried as they all started wearing their gloves.


    ¡°Mr Loxley, please wear these¡± a nurse said handing Edde some medical fits which he wore and stood next to Elizabeth.


    ¡°Betta, you can hit me all you want but please push when you¡¯re asked to, I¡¯m right here for you¡± Edde said as he pecked her lips.


    ¡°Edde, I feel like dying¡± She said in a cracked voice as Edde rubbed her hair softly.


    ¡°You won¡¯t die, just fight your fears¡± Elizabeth nodded ¡°She is ready now¡± Edde announced as Elizabeth¡¯s legs were held up, her hand was holding tight on Edde¡¯s out of fear and Edde did his best in being her do.


    ¡°I can feel his head please push harder, your baby could die if he stays in here longer¡± the doctor said as Elizabeth pushed more with her veryst strength once she heard DEATH.


    ¡°Onest time please!¡± Elizabeth pushed with all her might and fainted out of weakness.


    The baby¡¯s crying voice was heard as a nurse took him away, some drips and injections were administered to Elizabeth to give her more strength while Edde sat on a chair beside her with his eyes tearing up.


    ¡°Will she be fine? I mean, will she wake up?¡± Edde inquired in agitation as the doctor nodded and smirked.


    ¡°She is just weak, she will wake up once she regains her strength. Please get some fruits like watermelons avable for her, we all know that fruits help with energy¡± the doctor said, tapping his shoulders gently as Edde nodded with a fake smile. ¡°I like that you care so much about her¡± the doctor uttered and headed out of the Ward leaving Edde alone with  Elizabeth.


    Edde quickly called Courtney and told her about the news and Elizabeth¡¯s condition and as expected she panicked a little, Edde requested she get some watermelons on her way to the hospital and he ended the call now giving Elizabeth his full attention.


    She looked pale, her eye bags were pinkish, her face was swollen and her hair was tattered. She looked horrible.


    Once in every second that passed Edde anxiously ced his hands on her chest to be sure that she was breathing and would exhale deeply once he confirmed that she was fine.


    ¡°Elizabeth, wake up already, you¡¯re killing me slowly¡± He mumbled and hissed as he rested his back on the chair.


    *


    *


    I woke up from a deep slumber with an excruciating waist pain, my bones seem to be broken too. I gently rubbed off the blurriness in my eyes and yawned loudly as I tried sitting up.


    ¡°Oh, Elizabeth is awake!¡± I heard my mom¡¯s voice as I turned to the direction to see them all seated. I didn¡¯t even notice them all this while and they were obviously sleeping.


    Edde was seated next to me but he was sleeping deeply, he must have been stressed out alot. I remembered my little drama with him while I was inbor and that made me crack up. I could see my fingerprints on his face which tells how hard I pped him.


    ¡°Edde, Elizabeth is awake!¡± My mom called out again as Edde jerked up from his sleep and turned swiftly to me with his eyes still pale and dizzy.


    ¡°My love, you¡¯re awake!¡± He uttered as he leaned to me, giving me a hug. ¡°You slept for so long and our baby has been crying for food¡± Edde said slowly as my eyes widened.


    ¡°My baby! Oh my! where is he!¡± I asked anxiously as Edde pointed behind me, I turned to see Mnie keeping the babypany with some Peek-A-Boo game probably to distract him from crying and it was working real good.


    ¡°Mel, please bring him¡± I mumbled as she gently carried him in her arms and ced him on me, he was putting on a thick blue pajamas and a blue little head warmer to prevent him from getting cold, he was such a cute little boy which I feared would get badly hurt if isn¡¯t treated like an egg.


    I was forced to smile at the way he sucked his tongue ravenously and kicked his foot and hands, his face was wrinkling and his lips were slowly pouting, he was obviously about to cry.  ¡°He is so cute, I can cuddle him all day¡± I mumbled and slowly rubbed his hair. ¡°Edde and Ray close your eyes I gotta feed my baby¡± I uttered jokingly as Edde sneered at me.


    ¡°Ray should close his eyes or face the wall, I have seen it all already¡± Edde uttered as we allughed and watched Ray raise his hands to the air in surrender and rather walked out of the Ward.


    I watched my son suck my nipples as my nipples felt ticklish, he was sucking so fast and didn¡¯t seem like he was stopping anytime soon.


    ¡°Wee to motherhood Etta,¡± Mel uttered as I smirked.


    ¡°When am I leaving this ce?¡±


    ¡°Today, the doctor is getting you and the baby some medications¡± Edde replied as I nodded and turned back to my baby who was now sleeping as my nipples slipped off his mouth.


    ¡°Not us packing up lots of goodies for you thinking you will stay longer¡± my mom uttered as I cracked, I was equally surprised. ¡°Yeah Elizabeth, I will be leaving for Anta tomorrow. I will be needing some coins¡±.


    ¡°of course you will¡± I sighed


    A bag full of medicines was sent in to me by the Training nurse and some for my baby, I always hated drugs and luckily I hardly got sick.


    I tossed the medications to Edde¡¯s body as he put them in my bag, we were ready to leave the hospital already and Mnie was to drive us back home.


    I couldn¡¯t wait to take my son back home into his nursery, no I would rather he stays in our room.


    ¡°Congrattions Mr & Mrs Loxley!¡± I heard as we walked down the lobby, camera shesing from all angles. I was scared of the paparazziing here and stuffing my son out of air to breathe.


    I managed to wave at them while I did my best to hide my son¡¯s face. Soon our guards came in and guided our way out. Edde must have called them in.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


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 Chapter 45

    I walked into the sitting room with my baby in my hands as my eyes caught the blue balloons and decorations, the maids and guards were all in queue with smiles on their faces.


    ¡°Wee home Ma¡¯am!¡± They said in unison as Mr Reluc walked down the stairs wearing a blue suit with the brightest smile on his face while Ray walked behind him.


    ¡°Wee home Junior Loxley!¡± He uttered and gently took my son from me. ¡°Oh! This is Edde¡¯s son for sure! He looks so perfect and would be the only Loxley with a bright grey eye!¡± Reluc uttered smiling sheepishly to my baby, I rested my head on Edde¡¯s shoulder while I watched the jelly Mr Reluc.R¨ºAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only


    ¡°My father seems so happy having a Grandchild, he has always wanted this¡± Edde muttered as I sighed.


    ¡°He doesn¡¯t have a name yet or should we throw a party for that?¡± Mnie asked.


    ¡°This is his wee party. It¡¯s fine if we name him here and now. You all please seat down¡± Reluc ordered as we all took our seats.


    ¡°I am his godmother, why don¡¯t I name him?¡± Mnie said, pouting her lips and giving the puppy eyes that I always fall for.


    ¡°Nope, I¡¯m naming my Son, Grey¡± Edde uttered as a smile spread across my lips.


    ¡°That¡¯s a name for y boys and rich spoilt kids,e on Edde! You don¡¯t want your son acting like you¡­ Right Etta?¡± She asked nonchntly as I frowned at her.


    ¡°Quit messing around Mel, Grey is a beautiful name and suits my son. Grey Loxley¡± I said and tapped at Edde¡¯sp to calm his nerves from hitting or doing something hurtful to my bestie.


    ¡°What a match! Grey Loxley¡± my mom pped dramatically.


    ¡°That makes it sound more like it though¡± Mnie snapped as I shot her a fake re and pointed at her.


    ¡°Don¡¯t make me ban you from being Grey¡¯s godmother¡±.


    ¡°You won¡¯t dare miss!¡± Mnie said and stuck out her tongue.


    ¡°Get the stuffs served!¡± Reluc said loudly as the maids walked in with a blue iced cake and two bottles of wine and some ss wine cups. I was stunned to see that all these were arranged by Mr Reluc. I was speechless and so was Edde.


    Therge blue cake was kept on the table as my eyes couldn¡¯t help but keep staring, it looked beautiful and yummy but sadly it wasn¡¯t advisable for me to eat baked things hence I¡¯m still sore from pregnancy.


    ¡°I will just go upstairs with Grey instead of having you all tempt me¡± I snapped as I took my son from Reluc.


    Getting to the room I ced my baby on the bed and pulled out my clothes. I felt messy still having that same outfit on for a long time.


    I was about to go into the bathroom when my phone vibrated loudly grabbing my attention, I picked the phone and it was an unknown private number. I hesitantly swiped to the answer icon and ced the phone on my left ear.


    ¡°Hello Elizabeth¡± The husky voice echoed in my ear making me cringe as I gulped hard.


    ¡°Wh¡­who is this please?¡± I stuttered as he snickered cockily.


    ¡°Congrattions on your sessful delivery, can¡¯t wait to take you away from him¡± the voice said and ended the call.


    ¡°He.. hello? Are you there?¡­. Oh shit!¡± I screeched and angrily tossed my phone to the side.


    The person knew my name and sounded like he knew me, I was so scared of what might happen next. That person sounded so dangerous and shouldn¡¯t be toyed with.


    Why did he bring Edde into the topic? Does he know Edde? Should I talk to Edde about this or is this something I can handle on my own?


    ¡°Hey Betta,¡± I heard as I quivered and turned behind me to see Edde who gazed at me suspiciously.


    ¡°Edde¡­¡± I hissed and sat on the bed.


    ¡°What¡¯s wrong? Why did you flinch like that?¡± He asked gazing at me like he could see through me and dictate when I lie.


    ¡°I¡¯m fine, I didn¡¯t notice your entrance that was why, I will go take my bath¡± I uttered breathlessly as he narrowed his gaze at me. ¡°Hey! Stop looking at me in such a way, go do what you came for¡± I sighed and walked into the bathroom.


    *


    Edde hissed as he watched the retreating back of Elizabeth, he heard his baby coo lightly as he walked over to his bed and leaned down to the baby. ¡°Hello Junior Loxley¡± he said poking his nose smiling heartily. His phone rang interrupting his cozy moment as he checked the callers ID.


    ¡°Sadie?¡± He growled and swiped to the answer icon ¡°what?¡±


    ¡°Hello Mr Loxley, you seem to have lost your manners huh?¡± Sadie¡¯s voice echoed as she chuckled.


    ¡°What do you want?¡±


    ¡°I definitely do not want anything, just want to tell you that you got the worstwyer ever. He actually leaked your little secret for money!¡± Sadie said, cockling loudly as Edde¡¯s teeth¡¯s gnitched tightly.


    ¡°You lured him of course, don¡¯t pretend to not y a big part in the whole thing. You always wanted to ruin me and you did already¡± Edde said harshly as Sadie scoffed.


    ¡°I have no business with you, I already Know that I can¡¯t get you so your chapter is closed for now. I am after your baby mama, I will ruin her till she hates being around you and goes back to hermon life!¡±.


    ¡°Don¡¯t you dare Sadie! You don¡¯t know who Elizabeth is so leave her be! She will leave soon so let her be!¡± Edde roared in rage with his fist tightened like he could punch the hell out of Sadie¡¯s face from his phone.


    ¡°Oh watch me! I¡¯m just getting started. Watch your little secret go viral¡± she said and hung up leaving Edde in a dreadful state. ¡°Arrgh!¡± He growled and hit hard on the wall causing his fist to tear. ¡°She should just continue hiding, it won¡¯t be good if I find her¡± Edde uttered boorishly as he sat on the couch and poured some drink for himself.


    ¡°Are you okay? Your fist is bleeding!¡± Elizabeth uttered rushing out of the bathroom as she bent down and took his hand.


    ¡°Betta, I¡¯m fine, go dress up and sleep¡± Edde said as he tried withdrawing his hand from her which she held tighter.


    ¡°Don¡¯t do that¡± she red scornfully at him as he chilled and let her do what she wanted to do. ¡°Don¡¯t call me cheap but I gotta use an effective local cream on this¡± she said and went over to her bag.


    She quickly brought out a little transparent bottle filled with creamy content. ¡°Don¡¯t make anyments¡± she said and opened it.


    ¡°hmm! It smells green!¡± Edde uttered covering his nose. ¡°How the fuck do you use such on yourself!?¡±


    ¡°I said, do not make anyments bro!¡±


    ¡°Don¡¯t ever call me that! I am babe to you¡± Edde said, punching her softly on her shoulders as she sneered.


    ¡°Man, you wish!¡±


    ¡°My personal assistant sends her regards to you¡±.


    ¡°The Crude one? I hate her¡± Elizabeth said as she pulled into her PJs.


    ¡°Fuck! You don¡¯t even know her too well! Nelly is very nice and caring. She literally asks of you and the baby everyday¡± Edde said as Elizabeth rolled her eyes.


    ¡°First impressions matters a lot to me, Edde I gotta rest I still feel weird in-between my legs¡±


    ¡°Maybe I should join you, I will go bath first¡±  Edde said as Elizabeth nodded and turned to the other side of the bed.


    *


    ¡°I thought you¡¯d be sleeping by now, what are you thinking of?¡± Edde¡¯s voice said as hey next to Elizabeth with her back facing him as he inhaled the scent of her hair.


    ¡°He isn¡¯t sleeping¡± she replied referring to little Grey as Edde smirked.


    ¡°I see that you¡¯re getting used to being a mother already huh?¡± Edde uttered as he ran his fingers through Elizabeth¡¯s slightly big belly which hasn¡¯t still reduced due to recent child birth, she gasped at the ticklish feeling as she shut her eyes receiving the feeling and he pecked her shoulders.


    He tucked her curly hair in-between her ear as his hand slowly unbuttoned her PJs making a moan escape her lip out of his touch, she turned now facing him as she kissed his lips hungrily with her hand wrapped around his bare body.


    ¡°Betta¡± Edde Muttered breathlessly to her mouth as they kissed and Elizabeth rolled over to the top of him.


    ¡°Shh¡± she said and continued kissed him, Edde was running out of breath with her uncontroble kisses as he pulled her away.


    ¡°Betta we can do this next time, you said you still feel sore underneath so I don¡¯t think s*x will be a good idea let¡¯s just sleep¡± Edde uttered as Elizabeth bit her lips angrily and rolled out of his body.


    ¡°Damn! You still love Sadie right?¡±


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 Chapter 46

    ¡°Damn! You still love Sadie right?¡± I growled in rage as I stood from the bed watching the awestrucked Edde who looked at me like I¡¯m insane. ¡°Here you go rejecting me again making me feel desperate, what could be your excuse now?¡±


    ¡°Come on Betta, don¡¯t be like that. I have nothing to do with Sadie or any other woman, all I see is you, I love you and you know that already but can you just stop all these?¡± He uttered and hissed frustratedly.


    ¡°Oh now I¡¯m the desperate one that begs for sex, well I¡¯m sorry for disturbing you I can simply call someone over huh?¡± I said, raising my brows at him as he bit his lip in rage.


    ¡°Do whatever you want, I am going to California on a business trip tomorrow. I nned on not going but it seems like you need space¡± he smirked and walked out of the room leaving me dumbstruck.


    He didn¡¯t react the way I expected him to react when I told I¡¯d bring a man in, but instead he decided to leave me for California? Is he really pissed off with me? And now he would go with his crude P. A and might possibly do something naughty with her.


    What have I done¡­


    I thought of yelling his name with all the anger and guilt in my heart but my baby¡¯s cooing sound reminded me that I was no longer a regr girl. I have a responsibility now.


    I growled and fell back to the bed as I pulled the duvet over my body and shut my eyes ready to give up to sleep but I wasn¡¯t feelingfortable enough to sleep, I couldn¡¯t stop checking the time and waiting for Edde to get back in.


    It was already a few minutes to midnight and Edde wasn¡¯t here yet. I grabbed my phone from the cab table and ced a call on him, after several ringing it ended without him picking up. I felt my eyes blurring up with tears as I kept trying his line.


    ¡°Will you sleep or continue disturbing my phone?¡± I heard his voice as I looked at the wall mirror opposite the bed next to the baby¡¯s bed  to see his reflection. He had a stern expression with his arms crossed against his chest.


    ¡°Why didn¡¯t you pick it up?¡± I asked calmly as he sighed and creeped to the bed making my heartbeat calm, I was literally losing my mind with fear that he was annoyed at my little sex urge which I didn¡¯t quite understand.


    ¡°I was sleeping and you were disturbing me, what do you want?¡± he asked as he rested his back on the head board and I wrapped my arms around his waist.


    ¡°I¡¯m sorry, sleep here with me please¡± I pleaded as he chuckled softly.


    ¡°Did you really think I was angry at you?¡± He asked as I nodded, still holding him tightly. ¡°I wasn¡¯t, I just thought you needed space that was why I left¡±.


    ¡°Are you really going to California tomorrow?¡± My voice came out cracked as he nodded gently.


    ¡°Yes I am, I was about to tell you but the whole birthing issue didn¡¯t let me, it¡¯s quite important. I will be meeting with some foreign clients to talk about opening another branch for Brigitte, so it¡¯s something I gotta be present for huh?¡± He exined as I nodded. ¡°Don¡¯t worry, I will get a trustworthy old nanny for the Baby, you won¡¯t have to stress yourself¡±.


    ¡°How long will you stay?¡±  I asked curiously as he shrugged indifferently.


    ¡°A week or two?. I can¡¯t tell but don¡¯t worry  I won¡¯t stay for long I promise. I have you and a new baby to take care of¡± he uttered reassuringly and pecked my forehead. ¡°Let¡¯s sleep, Grey is sleeping now¡±


    ¡°Hmm¡±


    *


    I woke the next morning to see myself lying alone on the bed as I quickly sat up and checked the time. It was 10pm at the dot. I swung my legs down to the floor as my heartbeat increased at the thought of Edde leaving for California without me seeing him and saying goodbye.


    I quickly ran over to my baby to see him awake and looking up at the ceiling, at least he wasn¡¯t crying or anything so I quickly ran out. I hastily climbed down the stairs as my phone chimed loudly, grabbing my attention to it. It was a text from my mom about her already leaving for Anta with the excuse of her flight already booked by her boyfriend.


    The heck is wrong with these people, why will they just leave the house without at least waking me up, I really hope Edde hasn¡¯t gone. I won¡¯t be happy with him.


    ¡°Ray! Ray!¡­ Who is home Mnie!?¡± I called out as I stood in the middle of the empty sitting room.


    ¡°Elizabeth, are you okay?¡± I heard Mr Reluc¡¯s voice as I turned to him.


    ¡°Good morning sir, please where is everyone? Where is Edde?¡± I asked curiously as he smiled.


    ¡°Edde and Mnie went to pick up the baby¡¯s new nanny, I¡¯m sure they¡¯d be on their way back¡± he uttered as I exhaled in relief.


    ¡°And Ray? What about the workers?¡±


    ¡°Ray is still sleeping, the workers are in their duty posts¡­ I¡¯m sure you know that your mom has gone?¡± He said as I nodded.


    ¡°Everywhere just looked empty, I¡¯m sorry for disturbing¡± I hissed as he nodded and took a seat as I ran back upstairs to my kid.


    Getting to the room I rolled out the pram and ced Grey inside it, he had a smile on his face as he kept kicking the air. I couldn¡¯t help the smile forming on my face as I pushed him inside the Pram to the bathroom for his morning bath.


    I was having mixed feelings about having a nanny take care of my baby. I know that I will need help when Edde and the rest of them leave but at the same time I don¡¯t really want anyone to help with my child¡¯s care.


    ¡°Betta!¡± I heard Edde¡¯s voice echo from outside the room as I pulled Grey out of the baby bath. ¡°Elizabeth, are you awake?¡± He called again as he pulled the door open and came in with a mixed expression.


    ¡°You didn¡¯t have to yell my name like that, the whole neighborhood would know my name now¡± I said as I dried Grey¡¯s skin gently. He was so small and soft on my arms that I had to be extra careful with him.


    ¡°Well, Grey¡¯s Nanny is here now, I hope you like her though¡± he said and poked Grey¡¯s belly yfully.


    ¡°I hope so too¡± I sighed. ¡°I see you already have your luggages ready for your trip huh?¡± I asked nonchntly as he nodded with a smile.


    ¡°Yeah, and Ray ising with me, I see you already miss me¡± he chuckled as I rolled my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°Sad truth, Get Grey a nice warm outfit from the closet please¡±.


    I sat on the bed with Grey on my arms as I breast fed him, I couldn¡¯t help but think of Edde leaving the house. I wanted a good time with Edde and my son but it seems like his job is getting more serious and he would always go on a trip¡­ Soon I will leave Edde¡¯s life and all the moments we shared.


    It¡¯s really fucked up that I fell in love with him and he also fell back for me but he obviously ain¡¯t the type to give his all for love.  He isn¡¯t ready for themitment.


    The security guards had already sent Edde¡¯s luggages and other important things to his car. Edde hadn¡¯t left the house yet but I already felt lonely.


    I trailed down the stairs to the sitting room to see everyone standing as if ready to lead Edde out, Ray had a Jean trouser on and a white top which he covered with a leather jacket¡­ He never looks cooperate anyways.


    My eyes drifted to the middle aged woman who stood behind Mnie as if she was isted, she had this humble look on her face which I didn¡¯t buy at all. I knew that look, I did it anyway. The look we all have when we need a Job and we want to be pitied and considered.Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org.


    ¡°Hey Etta, here is Grey¡¯s Nanny Miss Brooke¡± Mnie introduced as I faked a smile and nodded, she isn¡¯t married.


    A red g already.


    ¡°Uhm, Miss¡­ Brooke, what makes you think you can take care of my newborn?¡± I asked as I fully stepped down the stairs. She nervously cleared her throat and took a deep breath, she was feeling intimidated.


    ¡°I¡­ I have twenty years experience with kids, I worked in a Catholic orphanage home for twenty years and I was more into taking care of the babies to the toddlers and the rest¡± She said as I nodded, still looking forward to a more convincing excuse. ¡°You can trust me with him, really, I can¡¯t hurt your child. I can bathe him, feed him and all the necessary things¡± she said as I exhaled, quite convinced with the bathing part, it was quite hard to bathe Grey because he was extremely soft and slippery¡­ I sure need help with that.


    ¡°You don¡¯t need to feed him, I will do that. All you have to do is bathe and watch over him¡± I uttered quite harshly as she bowed slightly.


    ¡°Thank you so much for not rejecting me,¡± she said, sounding quite happy as I shrugged indifferently.


    ¡°Doesn¡¯t mean that I can¡¯t fire you immediately, by the way why did you leave the orphanage?¡± I asked curiously.


    ¡°I had to leave because of my age, they employed younger women¡± She uttered as I nodded.


    ¡°That¡¯s my Son, Grey¡± I said pointing over to the pram as she smiled and walked over to him.


    All these while, everyone looked at me with deep surprise on their faces which I didn¡¯t quite understand.


    ¡°Come on, I and Mnie will escort you out¡± I smiled as we all headed out together, Edde didn¡¯t stop stealing nces at me anyways.


    ¡°Wow, Elizabeth, what was all the interview for!?¡± Ray Muttered in Awe as I scoffed.


    ¡°I was just doing what a mom is supposed to do¡± I said and nudged him yfully. ¡°Was that why you all were looking at me like a lost sheep?¡± I uttered chuckling lightly.


    ¡°I haven¡¯t seen that part of you before¡± Edde said as I walked over to his arms as he weed me in with his arms wrapped around my waist.


    ¡°Really, me too!¡± Mnie confirmed as Iughed out.


    ¡°I miss you already¡± I mumbled as I buried my face on his chest and blinked the tears in my eyes back.


    ¡°I won¡¯t stay long, I promised,¡± he replied softly as he rubbed my hair gently. ¡°Look at me¡± he requested as I slowly raised my head. ¡°You¡¯re crying Betta,e on stop it¡± he said, faking a frown with a pouted lips as I pecked him. ¡°That can¡¯t be a goodbye kiss¡± He said and pulled me closer as his lips locked with me.


    ¡°Hey! I¡¯m here!¡± Mnie yelled yfully as Iughed into Edde¡¯s lips. ¡°Edde go already!¡±


    ¡°Edde,e on! The flight is ready!¡± Ray said as we pulled out of the long passionate kiss.


    I watched Edde enter the car as they started driving off, I couldn¡¯t stop waving goodbye at him even if the sses are tinted and I can¡¯t see him.


    ¡°You will be fine Etta, let¡¯s go in¡± Mnie said as she threw her arms on my shoulder.


    These few weeks will be lonely for me, Mnie will soon go too, Mr Reluc is probably getting ready for his trip too. His car is ready and waiting for him.


    ?Pop Precious

 Chapter 47

    I held two sses of white wine as I walked out of Edde¡¯s mini bar which he has warned me countless times not to tamper with, but I guess I would always have a reason to thwart his orders.


    Mr Reluc has already gone back to Paris since morning and ever since, it was just me and Mnie. The nanny Miss Brooke is with Grey, the house feels empty like it¡¯scking something in it or maybe someone.


    It really is, by the way.


    It was night already, me and  Mnie had our simple dinner some hours ago, so did Grey and everyone else. I needed some chill time with my bestie as this night would probably be ourst night together, she will be going back to New York tomorrow.


    ¡°Hey Mel, turn down the volume of the movie. Grey is finally sleeping¡± I said as I handed her a ss of wine and sat next to her.


    ¡°So¡­ You will also leave me behind tomorrow¡± I said letting out an uneasy chuckle as she sat, crossing her legs in the Muslim style on the couch and facing me with a smile on her face.


    ¡°We will always video call and all that, you shouldn¡¯t be bothered. You have Grey to keep youpany right?¡± She said as I nodded gently.


    ¡°Right, even if he is just a tiny baby. He keeps me busy for real but¡­ I¡¯m fine anyways¡± I uttered, faking a smile as she took a deep breath and took my hands into hers in a soothing manner.


    ¡°I have something to tell you, I know that you will hate me for it but I still have to tell you¡­ It keeps haunting my conscience¡± she said calmly as I cleared my throat curiously now facing her fully.


    ¡°Tell me, I promise not to react wrongly¡±.


    ¡°I terminated the pregnancy, I couldn¡¯t handle being rejected by Luca and also my father¡¯s brutality. My father would have killed me if he found out!¡± She said and broke into tears, I was truly hurt. I had imagined Grey and Mnie¡¯s child being a thing in the future. I was happy that my bestie and I will have more things inmon but¡­ Here.


    I couldn¡¯t bring myself to judge her either, she did what she did for her own good. I know her father quite well and I know that he expects alot from Mnie, she is to take over hispany and basically everything that he has achieved, hearing that his child is pregnant will only break him.


    Her mother isn¡¯t the type to stand up against her husband, she obliges to every of hismands, Luca being a bastard isn¡¯t to be talked about. I wish him death.


    ¡°Come on Mel¡± I said pulling her into my arms as she wets my cloth with her tears, it hurts to see Mnie broken. It¡¯s making the room suffocating for me. ¡°I¡¯m better than judging you, if no one understands you and your decisions, I do and¡­ Don¡¯t ever say that you were rejected. I can never reject you, you mean the world to me, you stand by me always and I swear to always stand by you huh?¡± I said as I caressed her hair gently. ¡°You really should stop crying, you terminated the pregnancy anyways. You can¡¯t change that, I me Luca for all of these¡±.


    ¡°At least I would have told you, I didn¡¯t want you to stop me¡± She sobbed as I sighed.


    ¡°It¡¯s fine, you just have to promise never to hide anything from me again¡± I said as she nodded.


    ¡°I promise, Luca sent an apology letter to me anyways¡± she added as I pulled her out of my arms curiously.


    ¡°What did he say?¡±


    ¡°Crap, Telling me that he wasn¡¯t ready to be a Dad and he is sorry for running away and that he is out of the country¡± She sobbed as I tapped herp gently.


    ¡°He never deserved you, let¡¯s drink and forget about everything tragic. Wipe your tears Mel¡± I uttered cheerfully and nked my ss to hers as she smiled widely.


    ¡°To being besties forever!¡± I cheered


    ¡°To being a CEO!¡± She cheered as my mouth dropped in Awe.


    ¡°Already!? You didn¡¯t tell me you¡¯re going back to take over from your dad! Congrats Mel¡± I uttered excitedly as we hugged.


    ¡°Yeah, it was supposed to be a surprise! Well I¡¯m not exactly taking over everything yet, my Dad actually made me stop school in order for me to learn about hispany. I did this for two months before the pregnancy drama, I used your pregnancy as an excuse to leave town¡± She uttered as I chuckled.


    ¡°I will always be your savior¡±


    ¡°Really, so once I go back to New York I will take over the Men wearspany¡± she added.


    ¡°So when you told me about your ns of dropping out, it was all your dad¡¯s idea? Were you cool with it?¡± I asked and took a sip of my wine.


    ¡°Yes I was, I was alone at school and I guess I never liked schools¡±.


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    It¡¯s been a month since Edde and everyone else left the house, Edde promised to be back in two weeks time but two weeks turned to a month and he isn¡¯t still sure of when he would be back. Although we keep up through video calls and phone calls.


    I have already adjusted to staying alone with my son and the workers. Miss Brooke has been quite helpful around here too, she is better than what I thought her to be.


    Today will be the first day of Grey seeing the sun. There is a mommy and baby conference at the hospital which my doctor has begged me to attend. I know quite well that it would be helpful for me and Grey. Also, I have nothing to do at home.


    I gently wiped my wet face as I stared at my beautiful reflection on the mirror, I changed so much ever since I birthed Grey. I gained weight and my skin became prettier.


    I sighed as I walked out of the bathroom to see Miss Brooke dressing Grey in a nice little onesie and I was forced to smile at her dedication and love for my Son, she was literally Caring for Grey than I do.


    ¡°Thank you so much Miss Brooke¡± I said standing by the entrance between the room and the bathroom as she turned to me with a warm smile on her face and nodded. ¡°You can go now, I will do the rest on my own¡± I uttered reassuringly as she nodded and quickly left.


    ¡°Hey Grey¡± I mumbled yfully as I pulled him up making him coo enthusiastically sucking his fist. ¡°Come on here, mummy has to dress, you look handsome by the way¡± I said and ced him on his glider.


    I checked the time and I still had a little more time to catch up with the conference. I stood in front of the Walk-in closet as I ced a video call on Edde. I tried my best never to thwart his order of not choosing my clothes.


    I was getting quitefortable with it, and I kinda love it anyway.


    ¡°Hey, Edde, I and Grey are almost ready for the conference but¡­¡±


    ¡°Oh yeah, your outfit, I totally forgot to make my choice yesterday¡± he sighed as I nodded to his choice of word ¡®My choice¡¯. ¡°Uhm, put on the leopard print gown and the ck t shoes I bought from Barb huh? And the leopard print Jimmy Choo handbag to match with everything.¡± He said as I quickly grabbed the outfit he was talking about. ¡°And yeah, pull your hair up in a tight bun for the sake of Grey¡±


    ¡°Alright, bye¡± I said and hung up.


    I sighed as I took theplete fit Edde chose, the fact that he still demands to choose my outfits even when he is MIA from me is crazy.


    After a little while I was done getting ready for the conference, I ced Grey into the carrier and tightened it at my back.


    I walked out of the house to see the chauffeur standing next to the car I nned on going with as I sighed. ¡°Edde asked you toe with me right?¡± I asked calmly as he nodded and opened the door for me.


    ¡°Of course he would¡± I mumbled breathlessly as I satfortably at the back and sat Grey on the glider Edde fixed to the car.


    ¡°Please be careful with your pace, I have a baby with me¡± I uttered.


    ¡°Yes ma¡¯am¡±.


    As we drove to the hospital Edde couldn¡¯t stop texting about our safety and calling me, I was literally getting pissed with his whole over protectiveness so I turned on the flight mood.


    Does he see me as a teenager or what? Ever since he travelled that has always been the issue. He literally video calls everyday asking about our safety and if Grey has eaten and other annoying questions.


    Worse still when I¡¯m far from home without Grey.


    ? Pop Precious

 Chapter 48

    The Mommy and baby conference turned out better than I expected, there was a lot taught about being a mom and best ways to take care of babies, I couldn¡¯t stop smiling as I saw the cute babies around me.


    Grey was asleep anyways¡­


    I actually thought that the conference was only for mother¡¯s but some fami¡¯s came too, Fami as in father mommies! Single dads to be specific or maybe father¡¯s with much busier wives.


    I nearly chuckled as the thought of Edde being in such a position shed to my brain, Edde won¡¯t ever agree with such¡­ I don¡¯t see that happening, like ever.


    It¡¯d be fun asking him to take Grey to any other conference though.


    Soon the nurse talking to us rounded up the topic and some bedtime story books were handed to each of us.


    The chauffeur was standing right by the entrance waiting patiently for us and once the conference was over, he came in to lead me out as he helped with my hand bag. I felt quite ufortable with that as it was bringing unwanted eyes to me and indistinct chatter about me.


    I just wanted to leave the building quickly as it already felt suffocating.


    Reaching outside of the hospital was the worst idea ever, the paparazzi were outside obviously waiting for me toe out. They must have been informed about my visit to the hospital.


    This would be the first time I would face the paparazzi without Edde, I only came out with the chauffeur and no security guard. I feared for Grey as he was still very young to pass through the unwanted eyes of the paparazzi.


    The chauffeur tried his best to push them out of my way but it was all to no avail as he was one and they were up to thirty.


    I held Grey protectively to my body as I tried my best to hide his face from the camera shesing from all corners.


    ¡°How do you feel about the rumors of you being desperately in need to be with Edde Loxley?¡± Ady asked from the crowd which I ignored disgustedly.


    ¡°Is your marriage with Edde Loxley really a contract?¡±


    ¡°What transpired between you and the famous cover girl Sadie Hat-field?¡±


    The questions were way too much for me, and my legs hurt from standing for long.


    ¡°Can you all just be reasonable and let me pass!? I have a baby with me!¡± I yelled angrily as they ignored me and continued asking endless questions without minding that I wasn¡¯t replying.


    ¡°Leave this ce now!¡± A masculine voice ordered with full authority as everywhere became quite unexpectedly, I turned to the direction the voice came from as my eyes met with a very familiar one.


    It was Ken the CEO of Fitz, what¡¯s he doing here?


    ¡°I said leave! You all piss me off a lot!¡± He yelled as they all cleared the way now giving air the chance to flow in freely, I smiled at him appreciatively as he nodded in response and stretched his hand out.


    ¡°Let me take you out for lunch, do me the honour and do not reject¡± he uttered gently as I smiled and pointed at Grey who was now awake.


    ¡°You definitely should bring him with you¡±


    ¡°Edde won¡¯t be happy seeing me with you¡± I said sincerely as he sighed and hissed.


    ¡°Edde doesn¡¯t have to Know, it¡¯s just lunch. I won¡¯t hurt you¡± he said as I nodded, I was keen on going with him especially as I do nothing at home. This once won¡¯t do me harm.


    I turned to the chauffeur who was standing by the car and waiting for me. ¡°You can go home without me, I will be back¡± I said as he opened his mouth to thwart. ¡°Go! I will be fine!¡± I stressed as he hesitantly nodded and drove off.


    ¡°Shall we?¡± Ken uttered as I turned to him with a smile on my face as I nodded and followed him to his white Rolls Royce parked across the road.


    It was quite an awkward drive to whatever restaurant we were headed to, I fought the urge to think of Edde¡¯s reaction to me going out with his enemy. It was betraying of me to go out with Ken against Edde¡¯s will but I really needed to go out.


    ¡°Edde, isn¡¯t in town?¡± Ken asked calmly as I signed and turned to him not sure it¡¯d be wise talking about Edde.


    ¡°Can we not just talk about my husband?¡± I uttered as Ken smirked slightly.


    ¡°Edde isn¡¯t your husband, we know that already. I¡¯m not against you guys though but¡­ As you said, we shouldn¡¯t talk about him¡± he said in an indifferent smile as I nodded and focused on the side window viewing the rapidly passing buildings.


    Soon the chauffeur drove into a restaurantpound which had lots of cars parked making it seem a little bit crowded, my phone vibrated and rang out in my bag as I hissed frustratedly knowing that it was Edde again.


    He has called up to ten times or more since I got into Ken¡¯s car, it was Either the chauffeur told him or something else.


    ¡°Why don¡¯t you answer him?¡± Ken urged as I shaked my head negatively.


    ¡°It¡¯s better I ignore it, let¡¯s go in Please¡±.


    I really hope this won¡¯t get me into trouble with Edde, he has been calling and spamming my phone with texts.


    that can¡¯t be good¡­


    The hang out with Ken wasn¡¯t bad at all, he made sure that I was veryfortable and ordered everything I asked for. The AC was also turned off because of Grey and that alone made me realize that the restaurant was probably his.


    We had a little chat about random interests, he was quite open with me and that made me morefortable around him.


    He offered to meet up again for something like this, which I epted without hesitation. He drove me back home with the promise of calling me.


    I got home quitete, it was six pm already and all I needed was a quick bath so that I could feed Grey. He¡¯s been sucking his fists hungrily and I felt quite bad that after such an outing my baby couldn¡¯t eat anything.


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    While I took my bath, Miss Brooke bathed Grey too and dressed him into a thick little onesie and a head warmer.


    I could hear the loud crying voice of Grey from the bathroom and I could tell that he was badly hungry. I had a quick bath and rushed out to see the middle ageddy carrying him and trying her best to console him which wasn¡¯t working at all, instead he was screaming the more.


    His crying voice was so disturbing that I feared something was going to happen to him.


    ¡°Master Edde called,¡± she said as I nodded.


    ¡°I Know, you can go have your rest Miss Brooke, I will handle Grey¡± I uttered calmly as she quickly left the room.


    I immediately breastfed Grey and luckily he slept off at once. Iy him on his cradle bed as I sighed in relief and turned back to my phone.


    Just when I was about tapping on Edde¡¯s caller ID he called instead, I swiped to the answer icon and ced the phone on my ear just to hear a shout that nearly busted my ear drums.


    ¡°How dare you hangout with my opponent Elizabeth!¡± He yelled as I rolled my eyes heavenward.


    ¡°You didn¡¯t have to shout that loud Ed¡­¡±


    ¡°Shut that mouth up Bitch! Are you that stupid and desperate! What did he tell you that convinced you to go with him to a mere restaurant? Ain¡¯t you tired of getting bashed on the inte!?¡± He yelled as I bit my lip trying hard to swallow my anger of him Calling me names.


    ¡°You know too well that Ken is my enemy and doesn¡¯t think Well of me and yet you went out with him and with my Son! How dare you!?¡±.


    ¡°Edde, please calm down, it was a friendly hang out, neither me nor Grey got hurt or any sort of harm. You should stop calling me names already¡±  I uttered calmly, doing my best in controlling my anger.


    ¡°Did you really think I wouldn¡¯t know? Guess what? You got another hate trend for yourself hence you couldn¡¯t just stay home and take care of your one month old baby. Grey is way too young to know that you¡¯re a desperate slut so I¡¯d advise you hide that part of you till you leave and be a free bird!¡±


    ¡°Enough! I have endured your words enough! Quit calling me names in every slight provocation. Calling me bitchy names wouldn¡¯t stop me from doing whatever I wish to do¡­ In Fact just so you know, I and Ken are going out again probably tomorrow¡± I snapped crossly.


    ¡°You won¡¯t even dare Elizabeth!¡±


    ¡°Oh! Watch me dare, if you don¡¯t want me to keep going out and being a slut thene back from whatever business trip you went to¡­ Period!¡± I yelled and hung up as I took a deep breath and fell on my bed with my eyes blurred with tears.


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 Chapter 49

    After the call with Elizabeth the previous night Edde was restless, he didn¡¯t sleep all through the night and now in a meeting he wasn¡¯t focused. He was being unnecessarily harsh and bitter over everything.


    He knew that Ken was upto no good, he was sure that whatever love he was showing Elizabeth was to win her heart so that he can unleash his demonic ns.


    ¡°Sir! Your palms are bleeding¡± Nelly whispered as Edde¡¯s attention went to his palms, it was indeed bleeding.


    He slowly released his tightened fist to see the mark of his finger nails deep on his palm flesh, he was hurting himself without actually knowing.


    He sighed and checked his time and it was just twelve pm, he tried to sit tight and focus on the meeting but all to no avail, Elizabeth was actually fine with going out with Ken and that made Edde mad.


    ¡°And she will be hanging out with him again, no this can¡¯t be good!¡± Edde mumbled to himself as he jerked up from his seat and adjusted his suit jacket not minding how everyone stared at him like he was insane. ¡°I gotta head back to London right away, hence we are almost at the end of this project. Nelly here will stay back andplete everything¡± Edde said as they all nodded, he turned to Nelly and nodded to her too as he quickly headed out.


    He ced a call to the Airport management about his trip back to London and the arrangement of his flight. He increased his walking pace out of thepany building as his securities walked behind him.


    ¡°Drive quickly to the hotel I need to take my stuff back to London. I can¡¯t waste much time here again¡± Edde hastily said as the chauffeur increased his driving speed on noticing the uneasiness in Edde¡¯s eye¡¯s.


    Edde quickly ced a call on Elizabeth which rang without her picking it up, he kept trying but the same voice kepting up. ¡°Bitch!¡± He mouthed worriedly as he tossed his phone to a corner.Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org.


    ***


    Edde sat impatiently on the ne as he kept mouthing curses at Elizabeth, he felt the bad urge to punish her once he got back to London but he kept fighting with his emotions.


    ¡°Where could she be now? At home or with that bastard? Gosh! I want to kill Ken so badly!¡±


    A flight from California back to London is 10 hours 26 minutes and some milliseconds, Edde  restlessly gave up to sleep after waiting and countlessly checking his time, Soon the aeronended safely at the terminal.


    ¡°Sir¡± Edde heard a husky masculine voice  which he recognized as his security guards, he groaned tiredly and flew his eyes open. ¡°We havended¡± he added as Edde nodded and stood up.


    ¡°The Chauffeur Is here right?¡± Edde asked in a weak sleepy voice as he headed out of the ne.


    ¡°Yes sir and your wife is waiting in the car¡±.


    Hearing that, his eyes widened in awe.


    ¡°Elizabeth? Really!?¡± He uttered as he quickened his pace, he felt happy for a reason which he couldn¡¯t tell. The flightnded quite early in the morning and he was surprised that Elizabeth came to wee him, leaving her normalte morning sleep and after the phone fight.


    Getting close to the parking lot he sighted Elizabeth, she was focused on her phone so engrossed with whatever she was doing, he couldn¡¯t hide the smile that was spreading on his lips.


    He missed her so much, he missed his son, he missed everything. His eyes went down to her belly, he missed seeing her big stomach and she was adding so much weight too.


    ¡°I so want to get you pregnant again Elizabeth¡± Edde said once he got to her as she looked up letting a smile spread on her cheeks.


    ¡°I miss you so much, Edde Loxley¡± she said as she gave him a quick peck.


    ¡°At least Ken kept youpany huh?¡± Edde uttered as Elizabeth rolled her eyes at him. ¡°Get in the car¡±


    ***


    I got a callst night from Edde¡¯s P. A  Nelly about Edde¡¯s return. I was surprised with his sudden change of mind oning back and also why his rude P. A would think of informing me.


    How did she get my contact by the way?.


    I got Edde¡¯s call yesterday but wasn¡¯t in the mood to answer because I wasn¡¯t ready for more phone fights. Ken also called, which I snubbed too. We were supposed to hangout but I was suddenly in a bad mood and wasn¡¯t ready to step out.


    I woke up this morning on hearing the knock on the door, it was the chauffeur and he informed me about Edde¡¯s return, I was both shocked and happy at the same time that I quickly had to skip my morning sleep and go with the chauffeur at once not minding my morning face¡­ At least I brushed.


    Seeing Edde at the airport warmed my heart that I totally forgot we had a fight, it felt like I haven¡¯t seen him in forever.


    It was obvious that he also missed me as much as I did and I pecked his lips as a wee, we were having a cozy first time meeting after a month until he mentioned Ken which ruined my whole mood.


    ¡°Get in the car¡±  hemanded as I sighed and slid into the car with a long face.


    As we drove back home he kept stealing nces at me that shows he has something to say but doesn¡¯t know how to start, his hand slowly fell on my tights as I bit my lip trying not to smile at the feeling of him touching me once again.


    I would be lying if I say that I didn¡¯t miss him.


    ¡°Uhm, how is Grey doing?¡± He asked softly.


    ¡°Grey is doing great without his Dad¡± I pointed sarcastically as I rolled my eyes


    ¡°Come on Elizabeth, stop all these sarcasms, it¡¯s not like I left you for no good reason, I went on apulsory business trip and stayed for just a month and not a year¡± he said and clicked his tongue gripping hard on my thigh.


    ¡°Take your hands off me¡± I whispered sternly as he red scornfully at my face and creeped his finger slowly under my skirt as I gasped out uneasily. ¡°Stop, stop it Edde¡± I whispered, yanking his hand off my tight as I peeked on the front mirror and luckily the chauffeur didn¡¯t seem to be paying attention to us.


    Soon we got back home, Edde¡¯s luggages was sent in by the servants that saw us first as we entered the room and Edde had it locked immediately as he winked at me cockily.


    ¡°Why do you do that?¡± I asked with a raised brow as he ignored me and walked to the Cradle where Grey wasid as he carried him gently on his arms.


    ¡°I missed you Grey¡± Edde Muttered as he pecked Grey on his forehead which Grey responded with a loud yawn and a coo. ¡°He is growing so fast¡± Edde uttered as heid the baby back down and turned to me.


    ¡°What did you do with Ken?¡± He asked harshly as I Scoffed and sat on the bed.


    ¡°We shouldn¡¯t be talking about that Edde, you just came back. Fighting isn¡¯t an option please¡± I sighed as I tucked my curls behind my ears.


    ¡°Elizabeth, we are definitely talking about it because I can¡¯t fathom why you would dine with my enemy, are you crazy!¡± He yelled, his voice filled with rage this time which got me alerted that he was really angry and could strangle me if I tried exchanging words with him.


    He slowly walked forward to me with his fist clenched tightly. ¡°You made me leave a meeting without concluding, I had toe back leaving everything to Nelly all thanks to you because I was worried about your safety Elizabeth!¡± He yelled, his body vibrating in fury as I lowered my head in fright.


    ¡°What do you want, Elizabeth Albie? Food or Sex because I¡¯m sure that he also fucked you, what do you want?¡± He asked, now in a calm voice as my eyes blurred up with tears.


    ¡°Ed¡­ Edde please stop you¡¯re scaring me¡± I pleaded with uncontroble tears rolling down my cheeks as he gently leaned towards me and used his palm to brush my hair back.


    ¡°That¡¯s not what I asked, Food or Sex?¡± He repeated ¡°Before I left you were hungry for sex which I refused to offer because of your condition so you must have slept with a lot of men even before Ken, right? Or is food the issue? He took you to his restaurant to eat but I can¡­¡±


    ¡°Edde, please stop all this! I don¡¯t want anything from you, just leave me alone!¡± I yelled as I broke into tears.


    ¡°then fucking answer my questions! What did you do with Ken? You even had the guts to tell me you were still going out with him so¡­ How was it?¡± He said sarcastically as I ignored him and wiped my tears off.


    ¡°You don¡¯t want to see my bad side¡± he muttered as he snatched my phone from the table, unfortunately he knew my password so it was easy for him to go through my phone. ¡°Oh wow, he called you ten timesst night and five times this morning!? You guys have already gone deep in your dirty rtionship?¡± He uttered disgustedly as he scoffed at my phone.


    ¡°Edde, I have nothing with Ken I promise¡± I said calmly as tears rolled down my cheeks.


    ¡°Say goodbye to this phone¡±


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 Chapter 50

    ¡°I asked my securities and the chauffeur to do whatever you asked of them and let you go wherever, and trust me I regret giving you that freedom!¡± Edde yelled as he stormed out of the room making me cringe at the loud mming of the door.


    I sighed, feeling aggravated as I gently wiped off the tears in my eyes and walked over to Grey¡¯s Cradle bed and carried him up. ¡°I¡¯m sorry for whatever noise you heard, your dad was acting up unnecessarily¡± I said and hissed as a soft knock came on the door, I walked over to it and pulled it open. It was Miss Brooke.


    ¡°Good morning Miss Brooke¡± I greeted, faking a simple smile as she nodded and smiled back.


    ¡°Good morning Mrs Loxley, I came to bathe Grey¡± she said as I shaked my head negatively.


    ¡°Nope I got this today, just get his breakfast ready¡± I ordered as she nodded and walked away.


    I was scared that I really pissed Edde off on the first day of his return, the way he left the room got me thinking if he was going toe back and stay here with us.


    I turned to the table to pick up my phone and maybe call him but then I remembered that he had seized my phone from me. I sighed and took Grey into the bathroom for his morning bath.


    After a little hard time bathing Grey, I was finally done as I walked to the bedroom to see Edde changed into afy home wear, he turned to me and immediately rolled his eyes out.


    ¡°I want to sleep Elizabeth, I wouldn¡¯t like any form of disturbances huh?¡± He uttered boredly as he fell on the bed and covered himself with the duvet.


    ¡°Alright then, I will simply join you after feeding Grey his breakfast¡± I said with a cheeky smile as Edde turned with a hard re on his face.


    ¡°No you won¡¯t, just stay on your own or I should rather leave the room¡± he said and kicked the duvet off his skin with pure anger and hate in his eyes.


    Was he angry at me or Ken? Why is he acting up so much!


    ¡°Edde, I don¡¯t get the point of all these you¡¯re doing, like I said, I do not have nothing with Ken. I went out once with him just because I haven¡¯t stepped out ever since Grey¡¯s birth and It was an opportunity to have a nice hangout, I didn¡¯t have sex with Ken. Even the second outing I told you about didn¡¯t workout, I wasn¡¯t in the mood to go out so I stayed back¡± I exined gently as he sighed andy back down.


    ¡°Whatever¡­¡±


    ¡°At least can you stop giving me attitudes? You just came back, you should try making missing you worth it¡±.


    ¡°Can you just dry my kid up and dress him?¡± Edde uttered harshly as I lowered my gaze sadly and grabbed Grey¡¯s towel.


    Edde was still mad at me, he clearly didn¡¯t believe all I said and it hurts to know that this drama will continue for a while.


    *


    I had just finished feeding Grey and he slept off while eating so I gentlyid him on his cradle bed. I was now the only one not sleeping as I stood looking at them like I¡¯m lost.


    I sighed as I walked out of the room to the sitting room, two guards were standing there which kinda made me feel ufortable as they never stood there before.


    I thought of asking them why they ain¡¯t in their main duty posts but I waved it off and picked up the magazine I left on the table as I crossed my legs set to read when a knock on the door interrupted me.


    One of the guards hurried to answer the door as I turned back to my reading.


    ¡°Is Elizabeth home?¡± I heard the husky masculine voice from outside which I recognized to be Ken¡¯s, my heartbeat froze in fear of Edde suddenly waking up and walking down just to see Ken. He would never believe me, he will assume that this isn¡¯t the first time Ken is visiting.


    Why on Earth will Kene to my house, God!


    The guard at the door turned to me as I ced my both hands on my right ear signalling him to lie that I was sleeping.


    ¡°Ma¡¯am Elizabeth is Sleeping, you can¡¯t see her now¡±.


    ¡°Elizabeth, why are you making my guard lie! You ain¡¯t sleeping and Ken is invited in to see you,¡± Edde said nonchntly as he walked down the stairs.


    My cheeks turned red in shame as I lowered my head, Ken must have sent a text to my phone and Edde saw it.


    I wonder what Edde has in mind, why will he invite Ken in! I feel so awkward.


    Ken entered the house with a smile on his face as he ignored Edde and hurried to me.


    ¡°I tried calling you yesterday but you didn¡¯t respond. I was wondering if you got sick or something, are you alright? Why did you have to make the guard lie?¡± Ken asked as he tucked my hair gently behind my ears making me feel uneasy.


    Why is he acting like we are so close? I¡¯m so sorry for him because the look on Edde¡¯s face is enough to burn him.


    ¡°Ken, no matter what you have with my girl don¡¯t ever touch her hair!¡± Edde yelled as he yanked Ken¡¯s hand off me.


    I stood up and made towards the stairs, whatever game Edde and Ken was ying I wasn¡¯t in for it.


    ¡°Betta, why don¡¯t you invite your guest for breakfast, the chef¡¯s are done with cooking¡± I stood at the edge of the stairs as I bit my lips angrily and gently turned back to them.


    ¡°Yes we should have breakfast with him¡±  I uttered with a fake smile and walked into the dinning room.


    I sat alone on the dining chair as tears rolled down my cheeks, I knew that Edde was up to something not good and same with Ken. The hatred in Edde¡¯s eye¡¯s when Ken sat next to me was too obvious and I feared that he was going to rip Ken apart.


    Soon the chef¡¯s served the steamy meal of spaghetti with red sauce and cheese, Ken walked into the dinning room with Edde following him from behind.


    I was slowly getting ustrophobic attack in the room with all the Awkwardness that made me ufortable.


    ¡°Come on Betta, serve the meal!¡± Edde snapped as I swallowed the growing lump on my throat nervously and faked a smile. I quickly dished the spaghetti into the tes, added the sauce and poured the pineapple voured juice into the cups and sat down.


    The silence in the room was so awkward as I kept my head low to avoid any eye contacts. As I tried shoving the Spaghetti into my mouth, some dropped at the lower part of my breast Making me sigh as I made to pick the serviette.


    ¡°Hey Elizabeth, you¡¯re such a big baby¡± Ken said as he grabbed the serviette and started cleaning the stain.


    ¡°Thank you, I got this¡± I said with an uneasy chuckle escaping from my mouth as I took the serviette from him, Edde wasn¡¯t looking at all. He was busy with his food.N?velDrama.Org owns all ? content.


    ¡°I¡¯m hosting a party next week, do you mind being my date for that night?¡± Ken requested gently as I cleared my throat uneasily.


    ¡°I¡¯m sorry but I can¡¯t¡­¡±


    ¡°Okay I¡¯m done with this Ken, I don¡¯t know whatever rtionship you had with Elizabeth while I was away but I won¡¯t tolerate you shooting your shots in front of me! You came to see Elizabeth right? I¡¯m sure you have seen her pretty face enough so now you can go¡± Edde said harshly as he stood up from his seat and Ken stood up too.


    ¡°Are you jealous that your contract wife is getting along with me?¡± Ken snapped sarcastically as Edde bit his lip tightly so that it turned red, I could see the strong veins on his tightened fists. I was scared seeing blood all over their bodies because they might possibly fight if nothing is done to calm them down.


    Especially Edde¡­


    ¡°Ken please go, we only had just one hangout please stop giving Edde the impression that we had something deep!¡± I said in a failed voice as my vision blurred with tears.


    ¡°Don¡¯t pretend that you weren¡¯t loving our time together, you happily epted the second hangout without hesitation. You liked mypany!¡± Ken said as Edde matched over to him and aggressively pulled him with his jaw clenched tightly.


    ¡°Edde, please calm down and let the guards send him out!¡± I pleaded as Edde red at me to shut up, Ken was rather smiling in such a terrific situation.


    ¡°Why don¡¯t you show Elizabeth the real you, don¡¯t hesitate to do what you¡¯re good at¡± Ken uttered as Edde mmed his head on the ssy table making Ken wince and my body cringe in fear for Ken, I haven¡¯t seen this part of Edde before and it was really scaring the hell out me.


    ¡°Edde, please stop! You will kill him, just let him go!¡± I yelled in tears as Edde kept mming Ken¡¯s head hard on the already cracked table, Ken¡¯s head was bleeding so bad but Ken was still smiling like a psychopath.


    ¡°Get out!¡± Edde yelled at me as I quickly took to my heels with uncontroble tears rolling down my cheeks.


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