Chapter 80

"So what are you going to name the baby when it's born?" Antoinette asked, expertly cutting onions into a pot of soup.

"Really? The pregnancy is barely two months old and you're talking about a name?" Adena questioned, watching her cut the onions.

"Oh please! If it's a boy, we'll call him Jasper" Antoinette beamed, ignoring what Adena had said earlier.

"Seriously? Why Jasper?" Adena asked.

"Because I've always wanted a baby brother, called Jasper" she giggled.

"And if it's a girl?" Adena was curious.

"Then we'll call her Lena.. Logan plus Adena makes Lena!" Antoinette shrieked and Adena couldn't help but laugh.

"Sounds nice though. Let's wait until it's born" she stated and Antoinette nodded.

"I'm going to get some sleep. I'll check on you later" she said, walking out of the kitchen.

"You're always sleeping. Lazy pregnant woman" Antoinette stuck out her tongue and Adena giggled before leaving for her room.

"Lena.." Adena repeated, laying on the bed. She touched her tummy and closed her eyes. She felt a connection, between her and her baby. She had never expected to be a mother at this age, she hated every idea of it, she never even loved the baby in her womb.

But when she felt that connection, something sparked in her heart.

"My.. my baby" she whispered, rubbing her tummy. Her lips curved into a smile as she thought of how it would feel to hold her own baby in her arms.. and give it all the love she never got as a child.

With that thought in her head, she fell into deep sleep and didn't wake up until Logan returned.

Logan walked into the room and his eyes fell on Adena's form, peaceful and innocent. She was lying on her side, with one of her hands under her head and the other on her tummy. He smiled at her and walked over to the bed. He sat at the edge and gently raised the loose strand of hair on her face.

He caressed her hair lovingly, so many thoughts running the his mind.

He wanted to start a family with her, he wanted her to be by his side and build their home together. But for that to happen, he had to rectify his mistakes. He treated her so badly, it was only fair for her to be angry.

"Adena.. I love you" he whispered, still caressing her hair.

She moved a bit, and flickered her beautiful green eyes open. It was magical, and made Logan's heart skip a beat.

"You're back" she sat up and his eyes followed her.

"Yes, I'm sorry if I woke you" he said and she shook her head.

"No it's a good thing you woke up. I think I slept a little over five hours" she said, gazing at the wall clock.

"You must be hungry then" he said.

"Not really, Antoinette stuffed me with food before I slept" she giggled.

Logan admired her smile, lately he admired everything about her. He watched her closely as she rubbed her eyes and blink at him.

"Why are you looking at me like that?" She asked, corking her head to the side.

"If I told you I wanted to kiss you, would you let me?" He asked, out of the blue and her eyes wandered in anxiety. She felt her stomach churn, in a good way.

"I.. I don't know" she murmured.

Logan leaned in closer to her, her heartbeat rate increased but she didn't attempt to move away from him. She allowed him come closer to her, until they could feel each other's breath. The atmosphere tensed up, and Adena's breathing became heavy. She was nervous, she was unsure.

"Stop me, if you want" he whispered.

But she didn't stop him, she shut her eyes, waiting for him.

Logan brought his lips to sit on hers, for a few seconds, nothing happened.

It was the first time.. for both of them. Adena had never kissed a man, Logan was too disgusted by women to kiss any of them.

She parted her lips slightly, making way for him to enter. He took the signal, and took in her lower lip, he nibbled on it slightly, and she sighed into his mouth.

Logan snuck his hand around her waist and pull her closer to himself. She placed her hands on his shoulders, and they deepened the kiss. Logan allowed her tongue into his mouth, and it massaged his.

For several minutes, they kissed, until Adena broke it to catch her breath. She couldn't deny that she had never felt anything like it. It was one of the best feelings she ever had.

"Wow" Logan exclaimed.

"That.. that was something" he added and Adena giggled.

"Wanna do it again?" He raised a brow at her and she blushed.

"Do you really have to ask my permission? I thought you were my master and you can do whatever you want" she reminded and he sighed, grabbing her waist again.

"Yes, because I'm not who I used to be" he answered and crashed his lips on hers again. She welcomed him, ready to move to the next level.

Logan slowly got rid of her clothes, leaving her bare before him. He admired her petite body, and couldn't wait to worship it.

Kissing down from her neck, he made his way to her collarbone and then to her beautiful bosom.

Adena watched keenly, as he bit on her n!pples and kissed the sides of her breasts. She couldn't withhold the urge to moan. She allowed herself to react to his touch, her soft moan escaped from her lips as his tongue worked magic on her.

He was glad and turned on, hearing her moan to his touch. He went lower, in between her legs, kissing her thighs, and the sides of her private part. Adena bit down on her lip and grabbed the sheets. The pleasure was nothing that she had felt before.

"F*ck" Logan muttered.

He had never taken time to please and explore a woman like this, he loved it.

After he was done pleasing her with his tongue, he got rid of his pants and briefs and got on top of her.

"Do you want this?" He asked, making sure he wasn't forcing her again.

"I want you" she answered, much to his surprise. He smiled at kissed her again.

He thrust in slowly, and she gasped. She held unto him tightly as he started moving in and out of her. Her moans filled the room, and were music to his ears.

...

Adena and Antoinette were rushing out of the house that morning when Logan came out from nowhere and stood in their way.

"And where exactly are you two rushing off to?" He asked, crossing his arms.

"To the mall" Antoinette spoke.

"Mall?"

"Yes. We have to get some groceries for ma. Remember she took money from you yesterday for groceries" she answered.

"I still don't understand why ma insists on hand shopping when I can get everything brought here instead" Logan groaned.

"She prefers to pick out the best for herself" Antoinette said.

"Fine, but Adena" he called and she blinked at him. She has been unable to maintain eye contact with him after what happened last night. She just felt shy and weird around him.

"If you're going to go with her, take guards with you"

"Guards? At the mall?" Adena scoffed.

"Yes, your safety is my priority" he took two steps closer to her and lowered himself to her height.

"I won't be able to survive it if anything happens to you" he whispered and her legs went weak.

Um.. okay. We'll.. um.. we'll take guards" she was nervous again. Antoinette admired them with a huge grin on her face.

"Good. Be back soon" he glared at both of them and left in the direction of his room.

Three guards accompanied the girls to the mall for the grocery shopping. After which, they left for the farmer's market to get a few other things.

Adena was busy picking out fresh potatoes when she heard someone calling out her name. It was a male voice. She turned around only to see Tyson standing few inches away from her. Her eyes widened in shock.

She did not want to see him, not because she was angry with him or anything, how was she going to explain to him that she was pregnant?

Tyson loved him when nobody did, and now, he's going to be left heartbroken.

"Tyson.." her voice came out shaky.

"You're back?" She asked.

He ignored her question and hugged her tightly. He rubbed her cheek with his thumb and stared deep into her eyes.

"I've missed you" he said.

"I did too.. but I didn't expect you to be back so soon" she returned to her question.

"Oh.. well, I'm sure you know that Damon and Camilla are planning their wedding. How could I miss my only sister's wedding?" He asked and she smiled.

"Of course not. Welcome" she said.

"You look nervous. Is everything okay?" He stared at her and she tried to conceal her worry. She nodded and led him to meet Antoinette.



"Hi Tyson!!" Antoinette squealed on seeing Tyson. She gave him a little hug and returned to stand next to Adena.

"You're back? I did not expect to see you back so soon" she continued.

"My sister is getting married in a few weeks. I had to come back" Tyson answered, but his eyes were on Adena. Antoinette noticed this and became worried. Telling him about the pregnancy would be the best option, because if he found out in a bad way, it'll mean the worst. He might turn against Logan again.

"Adena, you've got to tell him" she whispered. Adena sighed and signalled her to keep quiet.

"Is there a problem? You two are acting weird. Aren't you happy to see me?" Tyson asked.

"No there's no problem. Um.. I have to talk to you about something" Adena said, scratching her arm.

"What is that?" He asked.

She bit her lip and wondered what his reaction would be. It's only right for her to tell him. She didn't want him to waste his time loving her, when she can never belong to him. She's having a child for Logan.

Maybe after she gives birth, they would stand a chance to be together, but for now, it's better she ends things.

"I'll um.. I'll excuse you two" Antoinette gave Adena a reassuring smile before leaving to continue buying what she came to buy.

"What is the problem?" He asked, staring intensely at her.

"Well, do you still have those feelings for me?" She asked and he chuckled.

"Adena, you're funny. You just can't stop having feelings for someone. Besides, I haven't been away for that long to forget about you. Why do you ask?" He said, shoving his hands into his pockets. He flashed his cute smile at her and she felt guilty for what she was about to do.

"I'm sorry that this isn't the best place to talk about this but I think I have to tell you right now. I want you to move on with your life Tyson. You have a good heart and will definitely find someone who deserves your love" she said and he blinked at her in surprise.

He wondered what she was talking about. His heart sank into his stomach, he couldn't afford to lose her, she was the first woman he ever fell in love with, and he was extremely attached to her.

"What do you mean? What happened?" He asked, she sighed.

"The thing is, I can't be yours even if I wanted to, because I'm pregnant for Logan" she finally broke the news and he staggered backwards, the news was shocking, and almost unbelievable. He blinked at her, trying to make sense of what she said.

"You're what?" He asked.

"Look Tyson. This isn't even the right place to talk about this. I just wanted to tell you so you wouldn't go on loving me when we can't be together" she sighed again as tears gathered in her eyes.

She hated hurting him, he was a good man and didn't deserve it. Non of this was his fault, but he had to pay the price.

"I don't understand what you're saying Adena. How? When? I want you to explain everything to me" he insisted, trying very hard to hold back his tears and pain.

"Don't do this. We're in public. Please, just move on" she said and turned her back on him. Without saying another word, she walked away and went to join Antoinette.

Tyson just stood there wondering what happened. He felt his heart shattering. He was hurt and deeply bruised. He had always imagined a life with Adena. He wanted to build his own empire, and have her rule by his side. But she's pregnant, for Logan.

He turned and left the market, back to the hotel he was lodged in.

He spent the rest of day, thinking and stressing over everything. He wasn't angry with Logan, he was just sad that he ever fell in love.

"It's all my fault" he thought.

"She was Logan's slave from the start, what was I thinking?" He added and groaned.

.

Adena entered the room and met Logan working on his laptop. She ignored him and entered the bathroom to take a bath. Logan noticed her foul mood and decided to ask her about it.

When she entered the room, he offered her some tea and sat next to her on the bed.

"I can see you're not okay. What happened?" He asked and she sipped her tea, keeping silent for a few seconds.

"I ran into Tyson today" she finally answered. Logan didn't look surprised. He knew he would be coming back for Camilla's wedding.

"And?"

"I told him I was pregnant and he was heartbroken" she answered, and he adjusted his position on the bed.

"He had to find out sooner or later, so what's the issue?" He asked and that seemed to enrage Adena.

"Is that all you're going to say. Well, what was I expecting from you? You don't know what it means to be in love so you don't know how much it hurts!" She yelled at him and he flinched. His eyes widened as her anger continued to rise.

"You don't know how much it hurts to be hurt over and over again, by someone you love. Your heart is as black as coal and you will never understand!!" She yelled as tears rolled down her cheeks. She sniffed and wiped her tears away.

"I want to rest" she said and got into the bed, covering herself with the duvet.

Logan watched her in shock, he felt weird. Her words were piercing.

He didn't have a heart?

He didn't know what it meant to be in love?

She had no idea, absolutely no idea how much he has come to love her. Maybe she would never accept him, maybe she would leave him afterall.

A few hours later, Liliana asked Adena and Antoinette to follow her to Damon's house for some jewelry picking. They wanted to help Camilla pick out some jewelry for her wedding and also talk about some other wedding stuff.

Logan insisted on going with them because he also had to talk to Damon. They left in different cars, Liliana and Antoinette took one while Adena went with Logan.

On the way to Damon's house, it started raining, very heavily and the tension was much on Logan. Adena knew he didn't like the rain, and she had to do something.

Liliana and Antoinette moved along while Adena ordered the driver of their own car to stop, right in front of an open mall. It was getting dark so there was only a few people inside the mall.

"We should wait out the rain in here" Adena said as they ran into the mall. Logan shuddered at the cold and rain.

"I hate rainy days" he said and she sighed.

"You're wet again. You should get new clothes. You know you're easily prone to cold" she reminded and he nodded. They walked to the clothes section and picked out new clothes. They both changed out of their wet clothes and decided to sit in the eatery.

"It's really pouring. I hope it stop soon" Adena said, placing her elbows on the table. Logan kept staring at her, still thinking about everything she said to him a few hours ago.

He couldn't hold it in, he had to ask her.

"So why did you say everything you did? What makes you think that I don't have a heart?" He asked. She looked at him and looked away again.

"Leave me alone. I don't want to talk about that" she said, taking a deep breath.

"You don't want to talk about it? But you started it. You think nobody else can love you except Tyson? You really think he's the only one that can love you?" He continued and she groaned.

"Stop it! I said I don't want to talk about this" she yelled at him.

"I hate that you cannot acknowledge my feelings" he still continued. She faced him in anger.

"What feelings? What are you saying?" She asked, about to flare up, but he beat her to it. He got to his feet and glared at her.

"Can't you see it? Can't you see how much I you have changed me? Can't you see that you have become my addiction? I cannot think, eat, or sleep without you being on my mind!!

For goodness sake Adena, can't you see that I fallen helplessly in love with you?!"

Adena froze, all her anger melted away.

"What?"



"What?"

"Yes Adena. I am in love with you.. there, I said it" Logan fell back into the chair and breathed out loudly.

Adena stared at him, awestruck. She never expected him to be in love with her, she thought he was only being nice because of the baby in her womb, little did she know that he had such feelings for her.

"Look, I know you're surprised. I honestly don't expect you to say anything to me right now. It's fine. I know you hate me, it's fine too. I just wanted you to know how I feel about you" Logan said, hurt by his own words.. she hates him.

"I.. I don't hate you" Adena mumbled.

"You treated me really badly, but it's not your fault. It's mine. I have only known pain ever since I was born" she paused, glanced at him and sniffed back the tears that were threatening to fall.

"My parents died in an accident after my birth. We were on our way back home from the hospital when the accident happened, I miraculously survived. Then, my uncle took me in, and maltreated me before selling me off to the boarding school where you bought me from" she narrated, the tears she was holding back fell freely down her cheeks.

Logan did not like to see her cry, he felt sorry that she also had a terrible childhood, and he contributed to it.

"So yeah, I don't hate you, I just hate my life" she added. Logan stood up and walked over to her, he got on one knee in front of her and gently dabbed her tears with his thumb.

"I'm sorry for everything I put you through.. I'm sorry for all you had to bear, if you give me the chance to love you, I promise I'll make up for everything" he said and she stared into his eyes.

"I don't know about that" she said.

Adena didn't want to trust him, she fought with her emotions, trying to resist his charms that keep drawing her to him. She refused to believe that she had feelings for him.

It made her happy that he loved her, but at the same time, wouldn't it be weird and toxic to be in a relationship with someone who r@ped and abused you?

"Please Adena" he said.

"Oh look, it stopped raining. We should get going, the others must be waiting for us" she got to her feet, changing the topic. Logan sighed in disappointment and got to his feet as well.

"I guess so" he said and left.

Adena stood there, watching him leave. She was surprised, could he be heartbroken? Well, it wasn't her fault, she still had doubts.

She quickly followed him outside. They got into the car and drove to Damon's house.

The days went by quickly, and the wedding date was fast approaching. Adena and Logan didn't speak much to each other, she thought it was best to avoid him, because she didn't want feelings to escalate. And he was heartbroken, because she didn't accept him after confessing his feelings to her.

Logan decided to let her be, but that was hard considering that he couldn't get her off his mind. She was all he thought about, at home, at work, while eating, while sleeping!

She was everywhere!

How on earth was he going to get rid of his feelings? He couldn't. He had to live with the fact that the love of his life might never love him back.

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🎀 Wedding Day 🎀

"And now, for the finishing touch, a sparkling tiara" Antoinette said as she placed a diamond tiara on Camilla's head.

"Oh my gosh.. she looks so gorgeous!" Adena cooed, smiling warmly at Camilla.

Camilla was beautifully adorned by Antoinette and Adena for her wedding, along with some hair and makeup professionals of course.

Her gown was long and gorgeous, with a beautiful veil and tiara, not forgetting the dashing pair of silver stilettos she was wearing. There has never been a prettier bride!

"Damon is totally going to lose balance once he sees you" Antoinette giggled and the others joined in.

"I can't wait for my wedding..!" Antoinette danced around while Adena laughed.

"Is everything ready? The car is here, we need to get to the venue" Liliana said, entering the room.

They were having the wedding in a grand hall. Then the reception at Damon's house.

Camilla was full of smiles as she majestically made her way downstairs and into the car. Adena sat with her in the car while Antoinette and Liliana took another car.

"Adena" Camilla called.

"Yes? Is there a problem?"

"What do you want?" She asked.

"I don't understand" Adena chuckled.

"Tyson or Logan?" Camilla said and Adena froze.

"Yes. They are both my brothers and I don't like what you're doing to them. You've left both men heartbroken. Are you going to give Logan his child and go for Tyson or will you build a home with Logan?" Camilla questioned and Adena sighed.

It was a very difficult question, but she had to answer.

"I just want to be free from everything. I've been a prisoner from birth. I want to be free, I don't want anything to do with love for now. I'm going to give Logan his child and I'm going to leave everything and everyone" Adena answered, staring out the window, looking at objects as they drove past them.

"It's fine. Whatever decision you make, is fine by me. You should do what makes you happy. Just that, I don't like to see my brothers heartbroken" Camilla said and Adena sighed.

She did not mean to break their hearts. But her sanity depends on this. Her freedom, her happiness..
Maybe after discovering herself, she would come back..

They arrived at the hall and the ceremony was almost starting. Liliana rushed to put things in order while Adena and Antoinette got the bride ready to walk down the aisle.

Tyson was to walk her down the aisle, since he's the only brother she had.

"Is everything ready?" He asked, meeting them in the veranda.

"Yes, we're ready" Antoinette answered.

"You look beautiful pumpkin" Tyson said and kissed Camilla's forehead.

"I'm so happy, my little girl is all grown up" he added and she hugged him.

"Let's go" she whispered and locked arms with him. Tyson took a glance at Adena and smiled at her, a smile that meant "no hard feelings". She smiled back and left with Antoinette into the hall.

Damon stood at the altar, nervously waiting for Camilla to show up. He couldn't hide his excitement. Logan, who was his best man, was standing behind him, cheering him on.

Zoey insisted on being the chief bride's maid, she was also beautiful adorned, and happened to be the happiest one there.

Everyone got to their feet as the bride made her way in. Damon smiled broadly on seeing her, and couldn't wait to marry her.

The ceremony began, and it was a successful one. As soon as it was over, the congratulations poured in. Damon and Camilla spent hours greeting people who attended their wedding. These included influential business men and top politicians. It was a flamboyant ceremony and anyone could attest to that.

The reception party took place later in the evening. There was lots to eat and drink and lots of fun events as well.

Adena and Antoinette were tied up with work, trying to serve everyone.

"Hey, you need to rest" Logan said to Adena, taking a tray from her.

"There are many servants to do that"

"Yes I know, but it's Damon's wedding, I want to help" she insisted.

"And I said you're not working again" he sounded stern.

"We have more than enough servants to work" he added and called for Antoinette.

"You too, you should rest please. I don't want you two doing anything tonight, just have fun and enjoy the party. Remember you're pregnant Adena" he said and she nodded.

He walked away leaving them alone.

"Where's ma?"

"Supervising the workers in the kitchen" Antoinette replied.

"I'm going to lie down upstairs. I feel dizzy and tired" she informed.

"Oh okay, I'll be up to check on you from time to time"

"Thank you"

Adena left for one of the guests rooms while Antoinette went to meet Tyson who was sitting alone by the bar.

"Hi Tyson" she had to yell, considering the loud music.

"Hi dear" he yelled back.

"Why are you sitting here all by yourself? Come on, let's dance" she said, moving slowly to the music. Tyson chuckled at her dance steps, they were unusual.

"I don't feel like dancing Antoinette, you go ahead" he said.

"You shouldn't be sad on such a happy occasion. I know you're hurt, but try to look on the bright side.." she said.

"What bright side?" He asked.

"You're still a hottie and those girls are oogling at you" she said, pointing to a group of women opposite them.

"How is that a bright side?" He laughed.

"You can try your pickup skills" she winked and he laughed even more.

"You're something Antoinette" he tried to catch his breath.

"Common, I'll be your wingman" she nudged his arm.

"Nah.. I think I'd rather dance with you" he said and took her hand. They proceeded to the dance floor where the bride and groom were dancing joyfully.