Filed To Story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
“Nope. I thought I should give you a shoulder massage since it’s been a tiring day for you.” He approached closer with a sinister smile.
The night belonged to the lovers; the fire in them ignited ardently after having quelled for so long. She knew that she stood no chance against the man whom she had fallen deeply in love with. Even if she was all in, she couldn’t help but submit herself to Elliot until she fell asleep in his embrace.
There was a girl fast asleep on a bench placed outside of Villa No. 58. It was already midnight and the temperature had dropped. No matter how much she tried to endure the cold by hugging herself, she was freezing in her sleep too.
In the meantime, Arthur couldn’t sleep in his comfortable and warm room, for his mind kept thinking about the girl, who was still outside.
It was 3.00AM, yet she neither made a fuss nor shouted during the past four hours.
In the end, he got up from bed and opened the bedroom room. As the chilly air caressed his skin, his face stiffened. Due to the huge temperature difference between day and night on the island, one could even feel the cold in the villa, let alone being outside.
He descended the stairs and went out. As soon as he pulled open the small gate, he could see Sophia sleeping while trembling in the cold under the street light
If she falls sick, I gotta ask someone to take care of her and that will be a hassle. I should just let her sleep inside. He made up an excuse in his head.
“Hey. Sophia Goodwin, wake up,” Arthur called her in an attempt to wake her up.
She pried open her drowsy eyes to see the man, who was standing beside her with arms crossed. “Can I head inside now?”
“Next time, I’ll feed you to the sharks,” warned Arthur.
Sophia struggled to rise to her feet when her legs gave out, causing her body to collapse toward him: ‘Argh!”
With arms bugging his waist, her cold face rested on his bare chest, which was slightly exposed. It felt warm and sturdy.
Arthur was stunned momentarily at the cold sensation on his chest before shoving her. “I told you not to come close to me, didn’t I?”
“My legs are numb. Can’t you even help me for a bit?’ gruntled Sophia as she tried to stand straight.
Will he even get a girlfriend in future? What kind of girl will like him when he’s so cold?
Arthur wheeled around and walked inside the building with her at his heels. Once the door was closed, the coziness prodded her to have a warm bath right away, which she dic as her heart told.
After returning to her room on the second floor, she had a warm shower before going to bed. Meanwhile, the man in the master room was finally feeling drowsy and drifted into a slumber, as though he had undone the knot in hist heart.
On the other hand, Katrina couldn’t sleep a wink due to the excitement, for she had never once attended such a grandiose wedding. Everyone would agree that the service provided on the island was top notch.
She posted a few clips on her social media account and received the public’s attention. Even the press, which had given several vain attempts to pry Elliot’s wedding, shared her videos.
Now that Katrina was one of the guests, she became their only source of information. Still, the pictures and clips, as well as the articies, vanished in thin air once the morning came. The phone in Katrina’s room rang.
‘Hello. Who is this?” She was still half awake.
“Good morning, Miss Sullivan. Sorry for the disturbance, but we would like to inform you that it is prohibited to disclose anything in regard to the wedding.”
“What? Did I do that?” She played dumb.
“Yes. We’ve deleted your pictures and videos that were posted on your account. Your cooperation is appreciated and we hope that you will understand.” After having said that, the employee terminated the call.
Katrina quickly checked her social media account. Indeed, everything pertaining to the wedding was deleted. She was so livid that she had lost the chance to brag about it to the outside world.
After breakfast, Anastasia went to Harriet’s place to greet her and take care of Jared. As soon as she stepped into the villa, a fight could be heard from the study. An old man sounded angry as he shouted, “Harriet, it’s already the 21st century. Why are you still abiding by the old rules? This is the time to rake in more money! If we don’t do it now, others will do it anyway.”
Anastasia was nonplussed by the reproach that was laced by a strong resentment.
Then, Harriet’s voice resounded. ‘Henry, rules are rules. These are the family rules that we must follow no matter what.”
“Harriet, you know how hardworking my: son is. All we need is a chance, a chance to be one of the board directors of Presgrave Group. We’re not asking much.. Just a small share of it is enough
“Henry, as the family rules has stated, the men in the family can never be one of the company. We can help with anything else other than that.”
“So what if we work hard when we can’t even enjoy one bit of the money Elliot has earned?”
“Elliot has been doing his best to help the family. You’re doing well on your own too. You should be grateful for what you have.”
“Hmph! Harriet, I know what you’re afraid of. You’re afraid that we’ll pose a threat to Elliot once we become stronger, aren’t you?
That’s why you’re subduing the others in the family so as to not steal the limelight from Elliot. This ridiculous rule should have been abolished ages ago!”
“Watch your words, Henry. It is my grandson’s wedding soon and you mustn’t cause a ruckus. If you don’t wanna attend the wedding, you can leave.” Harriet didn’t budge an inch.
Hearing the stomping footsteps, Anastasia hastily sneaked into the wing. in which she watched a furious man leave the house. She could recognize the familiar face-he was none other than Elliot’s grandancle, as well as Tyler’s younger cousin.
Right then, Harriet’s voice pulled Anastasia back from her reverie. “Anastasia, come on in.”
Anastasia jumped a little, for she had not expected Harriet to notice her presence. She apologized as soon as she went inside. “I’m sorry, Grandma. It wasn’t on purpose.”
Harriet beckoned Anastasia to come over. “Come here, Anastasia. It doesn’t matter because you gotta know all these. You will take over my position and handle every household matter soon.”
The weight on Anastasia’s shoulders felt.
heavier when she heard that. Obviously, means and coercion were needed at times to administer such a big family.
“That’s my cousin-in-law. Elliot calls him Granduncle. It isn’t the first time asking me to allow their family to join the board of directors of Presgrave Group. And I’ve always refused to do that.” Harriet sighed before continuing, “I must separate work and my personal life. According to the family rules, the kids aren’t allowed to work in the Presgrave Group. We can help them to build their wealth, but we can’t share wealth. Do you get it?”
Anastasia nodded as she knew that there was a reason for such a rule to exist.
“They might think that I’ll pity them and bend the rules because of my old age. They keep forcing me to change it.. Anastasia, you’ll be the one managing this kind of matter, but I’m afraid that they will put you into a tough position due to your young age.” Harriet was feeling helpless.
Needless to say, Anastasia was already feeling the pressure as she nodded. “I will do my best to handle everything.”
“Of course, I’ll teach you how in future. Right now, all you have to do is to prepare for the wedding. Don’t sweat about others,” soothed Harriet.
‘I will. Grandma, where’s Jared?”
“Nigel took him out early in the morning. They get along well.” Harriet broke into a smile.
“Then, shall we go out for a walk together? Anastasia decided to accompany the old woman to brighten her mood.
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