51 learning to set her free

51

"Hunter," Louise's words echoed in my mind, "From now on, we don't have to pretend, Kian is no longer a threat." With that final statement, I ascended the stairs.

In that moment, everything else faded into the background – my family, Louise's father, and even Ryker. All that consumed my thoughts were feelings of regret and fear. I realized that I had no justification for my actions, no excuse for touching her without her awareness, as the truth was undeniable – I was undeniably falling in love with her.

I found myself consumed by fear of the inevitable moment when I would have to let her go, allowing her to depart from my life. Despite my readiness and preparation, the thought of saying goodbye pained me deeply. As the exact time approached, the weight of impending separation pressed heavily on my heart.

Louise was on the verge of entering the room as I made my way in through the bathroom. As our paths were about to intersect, she smiled warmly and spoke softly.

"Maybe you want to join in the celebration, Hunter. You can do it now" I replied with a fake smile.

"How about you? Do you want to?" We locked eyes, anticipation hanging in the air, before she responded.

"I really want to, but I can't," Louise paused mid-sentence and hurried into the bathroom. Perhaps it was because she's pregnant... Now that Kian is no longer a concern, maybe I can use the presence of my child to create some semblance of order in this chaotic life of mine. Can I allow her to stay longer, and possibly mend what has been broken?

While I was inside the bathroom, Louise's voice echoed, "Aren't you going to eat, Hunter? The food is still there. I instructed the servant not to clear it until you've eaten." In that moment, he realized his hunger—a hunger that had been overshadowed by the weight of Louise's revelation.

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Louise

In the morning, as I tended to the garden, I made sure to rise early to avoid any encounters with him. I felt a wave of frustration towards him for reasons unclear. However, within moments, Hunter's voice called out to me, sounding irritable once more.

"Someone's calling you," Hunter yelled, handing me my phone in a state of annoyance. Did he wake up on the wrong side of the bed today? Or perhaps, this marked the beginning, as there was no longer a need for pretense.

"Who is it?" she raised her voice, matching the frustration in her husband's tone.

"Your ex," Hunter replied.

"I wonder why he's calling? He didn't tell me anything, just talk to that jerk so you'll find out," Hunter added in a hushed tone. Perhaps he was afraid that the caller might overhear and return. I understand his concern, maybe he's worried that Kian might come back, and we would have to pretend to be a normal, loving couple again, despite knowing how much he repulses me.

I simply smiled as I overheard Hunter muttering something before he left.

Later, after speaking with Kian, she relayed the message to Hunter that Kian requested her company to take his son to the doctor as the little boy was running a fever.

Just like that, she left me with a simple phone call. Fortunately, I had already secured her father's imprisonment and ensured adequate security to protect her. Despite his inner turmoil and the pang of jealousy, he refrained from voicing any objections to her decision. Moving forward, he vowed to take every step possible to avoid causing her harm. Only after she gave birth to our child would he release her. And just like that, life would return to how it used to be.

Feeling frustrated, he made his way to the kitchen to eat and alleviate his emotions. Following his meal, his attorney called, informing him of the urgency to sign the contract as Kian had already signed the last will of his father. Despite the past grievances, he acknowledged Kian's positive action for the day, allowing him to set aside his anger. Hastily changing into fresh clothes, he headed to meet his attorney.

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Louise

As I observed Kian's evident concern for his son, I couldn't help but long for my husband to exhibit the same care and worry for our future child. However, faced with the harsh reality, Hunter's indifference towards me made me question how much he would genuinely care for our baby. Would our child also bear the brunt of my father's actions in his eyes? Contemplating these thoughts, I made a decision to undergo a check-up since I was already at the clinic.

While walking towards the OB's doctor clinic, I unexpectedly encountered Chase and Eleza. As Chase waved at me, curiosity sparkled in his eyes.

"What brings you here?" Chase inquired, glancing at Eleza, whose gaze was fixed on me.

"I'm just here to accompany Kian since his son has a fever," I replied briefly, preferring not to delve into further details.

Chase chuckled, and soon after, they bid their farewells. A sigh of relief escaped me as I had anticipated a longer interaction. Stepping into the doctor's clinic, I greeted the nurse with a smile, proceeded to sign some papers, and awaited the doctor's examination.

"You don't want to do an ultrasound for now, Mrs? However, I can assure you that your baby is in good health, and the heartbeat is normal so far. I will prescribe some vitamins for you to take. Since you're not opting for an ultrasound at the moment," the doctor explained, to which she simply nodded. Returning to Kian, she found his servant and the nanny already present. Kian mentioned she could head home if she wished. Smiling gratefully, she departed an hour later, accompanied by the battalion of guards that Hunter insisted on trailing her.

*****
Hunter

After my meeting with the attorney, I returned home and decided to forgo heading to the office. I needed time to contemplate our situation, to ponder on what steps to take next. As I closed my eyes, Louise's smiling face flashed before me. How did we end up here? This wasn't the future I had envisioned from the very first day of our marriage. Yet, here we were, strangers in our own home, ensnared by the consequences of another's misdeeds, captives of anger. I struggled to suppress my feelings for the girl who had captured my heart since the moment I laid eyes on her. It seemed as though our lives were destined to intertwine in a twisted manner.

Stepping out of my car, I made my way into the house and gravitated towards my mini bar, seeking solace in a drink to drown my troubles.

Once again, I found myself succumbing to a night of inebriation, a routine that had become all too familiar after office hours. Each evening, I sought refuge in the bar, numbing my guilt and anguish.

Stumbling as I approached her room, I burst in unannounced, catching Louise off guard. Her beautiful face reflected surprise and a silent plea, yet I knew I could never grant her what she sought, haunted by memories of my parents' tragic demise in a car accident, orchestrated by her father.

Helpless against the turmoil raging within me, I recognized that only she had the ability to quell the storm.

Drawing closer, I gently caressed her hair.

"Hunter, please..." she began.

"Shh, Louise. I would never bring you harm; instead, I aim to bring you happiness."

"Please, no..." she pleaded, her voice filled with desperation as she anticipated my insistence on taking advantage of her, coercing her to comply with my desires once more.

I kiss her neck slowly down to her beautiful tits I massage it slowly until I can take it anymore my hold is getting tight and shes winced in pain because I literally smashing her. When I get tired to her breast I lower my hands down to her private part and touch her there.

"Your already wet for me baby." I whisper....