Chapter 69

Cayden saw tears glittering in Samantha's eyes as he studied her. She was in his office, sitting across from him. "Sam? What's wrong? Why are you crying?"

Looking away, she sniffled. Her face was stern.

"Sam?" He raised a brow, resting both elbows on his desk. "Comm'n, talk to me, Sam…I'm all ears. What's wrong?"

"I…I can't just get over what you said to me…" She sobbed.

Yeah, he knows…but "What did I say to you, Sam?" He asked, gazing directly into her eyes.

She looked away from him for a while. Wiping her tears with her fingers, she sniffled and gazed up at him. "Y…you said I'm creepy…and you don't want me in your life."

"Nah, I never said I don't want you in my life directly, Sam," He said. "I was only pointing out things to you. But, it appears you can't put yourself in my shoes."

"I understand all that you said, bro," She said. "Not like I blame you for that, but it hurts my feelings to hear my brother say that to me even when I apologized." She exhaled. "I'm sorry, Cayden. I…I truly am."

Gazing at her, he exhaled.

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Sitting alone in an elegant bar, Elodre was lost in thought. She barely sipped the cocktail that was in front of her.

Roberts hasn't called her since then. God knows she's still in shock to see him with no other person but Samantha. Damn! This hurts so horribly. How could he?! She thought in terror. What did Samantha tell him?! Why has he not called her?! She sighed. Samantha must have said something nasty to him…and he probably believed it! Hell!

She felt chills running down her spine and she shivered. The fact that they knew each other was gonna choke Elodre. And now her husband!!! Oh, good lord! Oh, God!!

"There she is!" A male voice crammed into her eardrums and she stiffened.

She lifted her gaze upon the guy and gasped. "Justin?!" She assessed him briefly. All polished and stunning as always, he was in a well-tailored suit and shiny shoes.

"Oh, she still recognizes me," He grinned and placed his hands on her chair. "Thought your billionaire husband won't spare you some time to hook up."

"Hook up?! She echoed him coldly, glaring at him. "Who said I'm hooking up you asshole?!!"

He let out an annoying laugh as usual and she just wanted to hit him hard.

"What the hell do you want Justin?!" She asked coldly. Not like she cared.

He still had that nasty grin on his face as he assessed her. "Look who can now gaze at me in the face and talk without fear."

Elodre gritted her teeth as a slow-burning anger rippled in her. This man again!

"Did you think I'm done with you yet, huh?"

"I'm fuckin done with you!" She said,

"Cayden can't help you, Elodre," Justin said. "You think it's all about being flashy? We both know I'm the right man for you." He wanted to touch her but she furiously shoved his hands away and he smiled.

"You dare not mention my husband!" She said with narrowed eyes.

"I already have," He winked.

"Well, we both know you ain't dimwitted enough to say that in his presence!" She said,

Justin laughed. But she was right and it hurt so badly. It hurts that she chose Cayden over him. Damn! And what is she doing here all alone? "So, Mrs Brooks what are you doing here then?"

"It isn't your damn business!" She said,

"Yes, it is," He said and sat across from her.

"Then we'll see!" She got up, snatched her purse from the table, and walked away, leaving the unfinished cocktail behind. She was the center of attraction in the bar as everyone turned in awe, admiring her elegance.

What a nerve!! He gazed at her in astonishment as she exited the bar. This wasn't the Elodre he knew. Marrying a billionaire has got her so cocky. He gnashed his teeth. She no longer fears and respects him! Maybe he's gonna fix that!!

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Oh crap!! She's got in contact with that asshole! Justin! The heck!! What was he doing there? She wondered while her driver drove. Who does he think he is?! Or does he think he can still jeer at her as he did in the past? How she wishes things weren't this nasty in her marriage, she could've told Cayden about this. Someone has to deal with that dumbass!! He'd to fuckin leave her alone!!

She sighed, gazing at the window. Besides, Justin is her least problem right now but…but Cayden. Oh, damn! She's just so lost. She can't help the anxieties about tomorrow! What would Cayden do next? His anger has really gone outta hand!

And now, Sam! Oh, Sam!! Elodre's body was twitching from fright. Cayden didn't say a thing about the photo. Is he aware of it? Oh, good lord! Oh, God! The fear that he could be aware of it yet never mention it made her heart ache excruciatingly. Heart slamming brutally in her chest, her bewildered eyes were glowing with terror.

Oh, Cayden is surely gonna kill her!

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"Who's it?" Elodre asked from inside the room when she heard a mild knock at the door.

"It's Jasmine, ma'am," Jasmine said. "I've brought you dinner. Your favorite.

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Elodre couldn't help but gaze blankly at the flavorful delicacy on the little glass table in front of her. Despite Its finger-licking aroma wafting into her nostrils, it wasn't appetizing at all. She's lost her appetite since the day she learned about the photo.

In a couple of minutes, Jasmine returned to pick up the dishes. Gasping, she gazed at Elodre. " I'm so sorry, ma'am… didn't you like the meal? I…I'd prepare something better for you asap."

"Jasmine, I'm fine, just take it away. Thank you!"

"B…but ma'am,"

Elodre rolled her eyes. "Look Jasmine, I'm okay. I ain't hungry. There's nothing wrong with the meal, okay?"

But Jasmine looked worried and curious.

"I could've told you, Jasmine," Elodre said. "I don't have an appetite right now, okay? I'm just fine. I'll let you know if I'm starving." She forced a nervous smile.

But she had just breakfast today. Jasmine thought. Isn't she starving already? Her mistress is so pale. "Ma'am, are you alright?"

With a smile, Elodre said, "Of course, Lady J, I'm fine."

God knows she ain't!! Jasmine thought as she carried the tray to the door. "Ma'am please, I'm around if you need anything."

Elodre dismissed her with a smile. Once Jasmine left, Elodre went to bed.

Sitting straight on the huge bed, she was still pondering. How can Sam be so heartless?! Oh, God! Engulfed in fear, her skin formed goosebumps. They were so hard that they hurt. Feeling numb, she was trembling terribly. It's already eleven thirty on the nose, her husband must be on his way. And this is even worse!

Oh, Cayden!!

It wasn't up to three minutes when Cayden suddenly stormed into the room and slammed the door in anger. Huffing, he rested his red blazing gaze on her and she shuddered.

Her heart thumped in her aching chest, and her teeth were chattering. Tears rolled freely down her ruddy cheeks…