Damian refused to take Ethan's call, he rudely responded with a text message, asking what Ethan wanted .
Ethan tried playing nice at first, he asked Damian to focus on why he was hired here and stay away from his wife.
Damian replied. “Why should I do that, Ethan? Are you jealous that your wife finds me attractive? It's not my fault that you are an ugly caveman, maybe if you clear that weird beard of yours, she might spend more time with you.”
At this point, Ethan lost his cool and threatened to fire Damian if he didn't stay away, he also asked him to return the Lamborghini as it was bought with company money.
But his threats didn't prove effective like Ethan had imagined. The new general manager didn't seem scared of him, he had sent him the middle finger emoji and had even threatened to report him to his wife for bullying.
This only further angered Ethan, the audacity of this man to challenge him in his own company. Clearly, Damian knew that Clara would take his side.
Ethan didn't want to pursue this any further, if his wife found out, it would only drive them farther apart and he couldn't let that happen today, he still wanted this anniversary to be celebrated and maybe it will be a new beginning for their relationship.
Ethan was surprised to find out that it was already 8pm, he had been so buried in work that he didn't realize it was getting late. The reservation was by 9:30pm so he needed to be on his way home.
However, on his way off the 20th floor where their company office was, Ethan ran into Clara in the Elevator. She was talking to someone on a video call with a smile plastered on her face, but ended it as soon as she saw him.
Ethan was surprised to see her dressed in a short red sexy gown with long sleeves, she had made her hair and applied make up. She looked very pretty and clearly she was dressed for an outing.
Does this mean she didn't forget their anniversary like he thought? She must have made plans for tonight as well!
He was about to speak when Clara cut him short.
“What do you think you are doing, Ethan?” She asked with a furious expression. “What, now you are stalking me too? That is so disgusting! You know, just because we are married doesn't mean you have the right to control me. You don't own me, Ethan, is that clear?”
Ethan Vale was surprised by her outburst. He guessed he was wrong, she was not planning any surprise for their anniversary.
He thought perhaps she was back to her old habits of clubbing.
Ethan had been the one who proposed to Clara and she accepted him because she had no other options and her life held no meaning.
In the early weeks of their marriage, when Valetech was not yet successful, she would go to clubs every night and drink till she was drunk and all he could do was come pick her up.
Staring at his angry wife, he let out a sigh. “Clara, I am not stalking you. Work hours end at 6:00pm, it's past 8:00pm and so I am on my way home to rest, you can go wherever you want and do whatever you want.” He said calmly.
The truth was that Ethan was tired, he already has a lot of pressure from work to have to worry about Clara drinking. Moreover it was their anniversary, if she wanted to spend it getting drunk, then good for her.
Clara was surprised to hear this, she didn't know Ethan was still at the company the whole time.
Just then her phone began ringing again. She answered and a male voice came in asking why she hung up.
“Oh, I was interrupted by…” she suddenly paused and then shook her head. “...Nobody. Don't worry, I am on my way now, I will be there soon.” She smiled and ended the call.
Ethan didn't care to ask who she was speaking to as he recognized the voice: It was Damian Lillard, her first love.
“Where are you going?” He finally asked, unable to hold back the question.
Clara rolled her eyes at him. “That is none of your business. I told you already, you can't stop me from doing anything, I don't belong to you!” She yelled.
“I didn't say you do, and I also already told you that you can go wherever you want to, I am just asking to know for security reasons and for…”
She interrupted him with her laughter. “Did you say security reasons? Like you can keep me safe if I was in any real danger,” she said mockingly. “Don't worry about me, I can take care of myself.”
Ethan sighed. “I was also asking because today is our anniversary.” He announced.
There was a look of surprise on Clara's face, clearly she didn't remember that today was their anniversary, but she quickly covered it with a smile.
“Did you think I didn't know that?” She scoffed. “I am very much aware, why do you think I got you that pair of shoes?” She queried.
Ethan didn't answer her, he remained silent as the elevator reached the ground floor.
They both got into their cars parked in the lot.
“Hey! You better wait till I am out of the lot before you drive out, I don't trust you.” She warned.
Next thing she sped out of the car lot like she was being chased by a demon. Clearly she didn't want him to follow her and Ethan could only imagine why. He already had a stressful day, he didn't have time for that bullshit.
Ethan went home and freshened up. Looking in the mirror, he remembered Damian's mean words and felt his beard in sadness. He barely had time for himself these days.
Immediately, he picked up his shaving stick and shaved it off clean, then he wore a blue long sleeve shirt with black pants ready to leave.
Ethan waited for a while but Clara didn't show up, he tried her number but she didn't answer. He figured she was a no-show and decided to leave.
Since Clara wasn't coming, he decided to go to the restaurant on his own. If she wouldn't celebrate their anniversary, then he would do it alone.
**
In the restaurant…
Staring coldly at the pie on his table, he couldn't bring himself to eat it. He had cancelled the other orders and requested something simple, because he was in a foul mood and had lost his appetite.
Just then a stunning beautiful woman approached him, she seemed to be in a hurry as she looked around to see if she was being followed. Ethan had paid for a VIP table, so there was no one else in that part of the restaurant.
“Hello, Mr. Smith, thank you for coming. I'm sorry I'm late, I was a bit caught up with activities.” She said as she took a seat opposite him and placed her bag on the table.
Ethan was confused, he didn't know who she was or why she was here. Although he was immediately attracted by her beautiful physique and large busts.
“So as we agreed over the phone, the marriage will only be for a few months and I will pay you fairly for your services. Remember, it has to be convincing, no one can know that it is a fake marriage. If you are ready, please sign here.” She said, pushing a paper to him.
Ethan Vale furrowed his eyebrows. “I am sorry, who are you?” He asked in confusion.
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Sophie Langford had just come out of the Splendor Villa hotel where she had gone to apply for a job as a general manager.She had been jobless since leaving College, relying completely on Damian but she was afraid that her secret boyfriend was becoming unreliable these days.What are the chances that her plan had backfired and Damian had genuinely fallen in love with Clara?She doubted the possibility but she still needed to prepare herself for anything. Which is why she had been desperately looking for jobs in the last few weeks.She had almost scored the last job opportunity at Lincoln Group if not for Ethan Vale who had to show you and ruin it for her.Just as Sophie was about to get into the car, she saw a familiar figure carry a woman who looked drunk out of his car. It was Ethan Vale!“Speak of the devil,” she muttered to herself.Sophie couldn't see the face of the woman but she immediately assumed it was Ethan's
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“What did you say?” Dave Seaman asked, unsure that he had heard right.“I have come to repay the five hundred million dollars that we owe you, so please get your lawyer to draft the agreement and give me the bank account details to make the payment. I would like to get this done as soon as possible.”Dave Seaman shook his head. “No… That can't be. How are you guys able to raise five hundred million dollars in just two days?” he asked angrily.“That is none of your business, we have the money, so if your lawyer isn't available at the moment, send him to me when he is.” Kara said and got up to leave.“Wait, wait, wait!” Dave yelled and ran to her, forcing a smile. “You are right, I am sorry for my behavior. I am actually happy that you could raise the money.” He lied through his teeth.“Listen Kara, why don't you sit for a while and let me send for my lawyer. He is close by and the details would be given to you right away.” He said.
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Just as she got into the car, ready to head to Seaman Group Headquarters, Kara got a phone call from her mother. She frowned, wondering why the woman was calling her.“Hello Mom.” She said calmly.“Kara, where are you? I am at your house and only the maid is there.” Her voice came through from the other side.“Huh? You are at my house? Why?” Kara queried with her heart racing.If Mrs. Olivia Lewis was at her villa without calling her first, then it couldn't be for good reasons.“Why else would I be here if not to throw out that useless bum, Ethan Vale? I know you would never listen to me, so I have come to get rid of him before he gets you in trouble.” She announced.“What? Mother, you can't do that! Ethan Vale is my lawfully wedded husband, he is entitled to my house.”“That is a load of crap, as your parents, your father and I do not recognize your relationship with that man, which makes it invalid. I have already aske
The loan deal
As previously discussed, Kara left for the Lincoln Group to meet Jonathan Lincoln and discuss the deal. She had first gone to her office at the Lewis Group after leaving her house, then an hour later she headed to the Lincoln Group for the meeting.Just as her driver was about to drive into the company premises, a Rolls-Royce Ghost sped out of the gate and Kara couldn't help but wonder if it was Ethan.That was the same car he bought recently and she hadn't seen anyone else with that model in this City.She stared out of the window for a clearer view but the car had sped off to the main road. Ethan was at home when she left the house in the morning, why would he come here ahead of her?As the driver parked at the car space inside the company, Kara took out her phone and dialed Ethan's number to confirm.“Hello Wife,” his voice came in jittery.Kara furrowed her eyebrows in suspicion. What was he up to?“Hello Ethan, were
The conspiracy
Sophie Langford was in her apartment when the doorbell rang. She groaned and went to answer it but her disappointment increased when she saw Damian Lillard standing outside there.“Babe,” he said excitedly and hugged her before coming in.Sophie looked out to see if anyone had seen him before closing the door and turning around with a frown.“Damian, why are you here?” She asked in a cold voice.“Huh? Sweetie, we haven't made love in a while now. I have missed you so much,” he said and came closer. “I am so tired of having sex with Clara, I missed your sweet tight little hole.” He groaned and tried to kiss her but Sophie moved her face away.Damian furrowed his eyebrows. “Babe? What is wrong? Are you angry?”Sophie sighed and shook her head. “Damian, stop babying me. We had a deal but you keep disappointing me,” she voiced out her anger.“Come on Sophie, is that why you have been avoiding me? You know I am trying my best
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