Devil in hiding

Chapter ten
Henry POV
I move closer quickly, and catch her before she would collide with the surface. I whirl her around and pull her closer to my chest so it would be easier for me to keep her up.
I stare at her, surprised and shocked I will be seeing her here of all places. My eyes goes to her dress, then at her cleavage.
Her boobs seems to have increase in size. She wasn't like this the first time I met her.
Yes, the first time I met her was at the airport.
My father told me about her already and the fact that we will eventually get married. I told him I have never laid my eyes on Hattie Everett. She was a model but not really a popular person.
Well, I was told the marriage wasn't something of convienence. Infact, it was a contract marriage.
My father and her father are closer, in fact, they were best of friends.
So, I was told to go and drive my bride-to-be home. Fortunately for me, I have already been introduced to her too as the husband-to-be.
Gosh, it felt so awkward that day.
I still remember it as if if happened yesterday. The way she clinged so close to me and told me she knew how I feel about her.
I think she misinterpreted it. She must have been told I have a crush on her.
Jeez, that actually almost crushed my ego. I don't fall for women. I don't even want to go through the stress of commitment.
And well, women are signs of weakness and I'm not ready to go through the stress.
Even my friends, Declan and Weston can testify to the bullshits women made them go through.
And then, she went ahead to tell me how she had crushed on me as well.
Well, I had to crush her ego as well. I told her straight flat that she doesn't even look attractive to me.
I told her I never loved her and would never would.
She even cried that day and I had to pull the car to a stop and hop out. I gave her the keys to drive herself home to tell her how disgusted I feel about her.
And it was true, I never loved her to begin with. She's just another way of trapping me and stopping me from enjoying my youth days.
If I can't talk back to my parents, she will be the one to bare the suffering. I wouldn't stop making her know the pains she made me pass through.
I will take the pains on her everytime.
"What the fuck are you looking at?" Her voice rings aloud as she pull herself apart.
I chuckle softly, amazed at the fact that she's keeping herself away from me. She will be my bride in few days times and all that she's hiding will eventually be mine.
I don't just want to push it. I'm not in good mood to do that. And I'm supposed to hate her.
I'm just amazed she's displaying two characters. Her words says she wants me but she keeps pushing her body off.
Like the way she recoils in fear when I kissed her that day too.
She amazes and awes me.
"You were going to fall," I push it and look at her again. She seems so right in that dress as if it was tailored for her.
I swallow hard on the large lump that had formed in my lung.
She twist her mouth funnily, "And who sent you the message to help me up. What if someone sees us?"
What's she talking about? I'm supposed to be her husband. I don't think it should be a problem to hold your wife-to-be in public.
I don't even know what to say to her. I'm so flustered. My eyes goes to her cleavage again and I don't know why.
She traces my gaze to her cleavage and suddenly covers them with her palm.
I sigh and look away. Just what is she doing covering something that's mine. Is she seriously kidding me?
And at that moment, I decided to make the decision. This woman before me amuses me and I want to know her better.
"Why are you here anyways?" She looks all over me with that familiar expression. She place her finger under her chin and examine me, "Tuxedos?" Her eyes went wider with shock, "Marriage? "
I laugh, " I've finally made my mind."
She smiles, "So, what do you decide on? Don't forget there's no going back with me."
I laugh harder, "I know, " I move closer and move my mouth to her left ear, " I've decided to go along with the marriage. Then, I will go for a divorce two months after, " I move back and watch the expression on her face.
She smirks and shakes her head briefly, "There will be no divorce after the wedding. Because I won't allow you," she winks at me now and walk away.
I laugh again. I just can't believe it.
She's avoiding my touch, yet she wants the marriage so badly.
Isn't she amusing?
I sigh and walk closer to Declan and Weston who are already watching me from afar.
"Hey guy, is something wrong?" Declan asks.
"Yes, who is that lady in a wedding attire?" Weston chimes in.
I sigh again, " She's Hattie."
" Wow! That beautiful lady!" Weston exclaims softly and I feel a stab of annoyance.
I glare at him, " That's my wife you are talking about."
Weston rolls his eyes, "You guys are not even Married yet."
" And the last time we spoke, you said you will do all you can to prevent the marriage," Declan contributed and look away.
They are right. The last thing on my mind two days ago was to stop the marriage at all cost.
But after seeing her today and now, I think I'm going to change my mind. I am going to see Mom briefly and tell her the good news.
She will be so glad to tell Dad. And dad? He will eventually will his company to me.
Since he kept saying he wouldn't let me have it if I don't marry Hattie.
Not that I relied on his company anyways because I have the money to start a business of mine.
Gosh, I just have to keep doing what they want as the only son. But sometimes, it's tiring.
"Also, I don't know how this your bitch looks like. Is she sexy?"
I pull at his clothes angrily, " Don't you ever call her a bitch," I seriously don't know why I'm getting angry over trivial matter.
I let go of him immediately and look away, "If you are still going to the club with me, join me outside immediately or go to club separately," I say in a voice that leaves room for more conversation.
I know we are Ayles billionaire, but we have the boss.
My name is Henry Carson, I'm the son of a Billionaire. I and Declan and Weston are the Ayles billionaire.
My family is the richest, follow by Weston, then lastly Declan. And so, we accors ourselves the respect of being the leader.
I walk into my car, a bit angry by the words my friends spoke the other time.
But it doesn't matter if I like her or not. No one is supposed to abuse my wife and go scotfree.
She's going to be the wife of the mighty Henry.
Few minutes later, Declan and Weston opens the door behind me.
"Henry is going to pay for all the bills today, for getting on my nerves," Declan says and look away.
I laugh and glanced back, " Sure! But I'm stopping by at home."
"That means we will be going separately?" Weston asks
" No! You guys will need to go and dress up. I will meet you at Declan's house."
"Alright," Declan says and bring out his phone. He dial a number and ease the phone closer to his ear, "Hello. Yes, I will be arriving at Henry's house. Bring a car over."
I sigh again as the memories of Hattie crept in. I know she loves me so much, I just don't know why I can't bring myself to love her too.
Whenever I think of what she said whenI mention the word, "Divorce," my mouth would just form a smile.
But how did she plan to stop me from getting a divorce? She seems so sure of herself and I can't wait to find out how she would do it.
The car pulled to a stop in front of my house, just in time for Declan's car to drive to where we are.
I watch Declan and Weston get down before looking at my chauffeur, "In."
He nods once and let's the gate open before he drives in. The gate closed back automatically behind us.
I get down and stare down at my Tuxedo. I don't even see the reason why mom had to insist I get a new one when I have dozens of tuxedos I haven't even tried
I walk inside, mom is in the living room, watching a TV program listed on staying at my place before the wedding and I don't even know why.
"Mom," I call with a smile plaster across my face.
She looks up at me and smiles too, "Wow, you look handsome. It's like you were created to wear tuxedos," she compliments and I smile.
I trust mom for things like this. Well, it's not like she's lying or exaggerating matters. I'm very handsome and sexy and hot.
Are there any words you might want to use to qualify a real good-looking guy? That's because I have all in me.
I take a seat beside her, "Mom, guess what? I've finally agreed on to marry."
" Wow!" Mom's eyes widen with surprise and gratitude, "I'm so happy."
I chuckle lightly and stand, "Then I can think of divorcing her two months later. thowever won't be able to do it."
Mom feigned a deep frown, " Well, I trust you will fall for her within that two months. She wouldn't let you off. You know she loves you so very much."
I feel a surge of happiness course through me. I roll my eyes and start walking in.
I don't even love her.
"Where are you going?" Mom asks behinds me.
I sigh, "Clubbing mom, clubbing!"
"Again!" She yells, her high-pitched is second to none.
I laugh, "Mom, I have four days before my wedding. I will enjoy it to the fullest."
I look at myself in the mirror again. I take the Tuxedo off and lay them on my bed. I know one of the maids would have gotten rid of it before I come back from the bar.
I take a quick bath and settle on designer wear. I like sneakers better.
I dab some perfume on my wrists and neck. I pick my phone and put it in my pocket.
Satisfied that I was ready, I started back into the living room.
My phone rings, suddenly alerting me. I delve into my pocket for it and realize it's Weston.
Mom isn't in the living room. I walk out and open my car.
I plug in my Bluetooth and press the receiver before dropping my phone on the car's seat.
"Yes, hello," I say and enter the car.
"We will leave you behind boss!"
I laugh, " I will be there soon," I say and he hung up.
I gun the engine of the car and drive out of my compound.
I soon arrive at Declan's house because it's closer.
I make a nice park because I won't be coming for the car until tomorrow.
We are going to book a room over at the bar's hotel. I will waste myself this night and the next two nights.
I will be be be trapped after the wedding. Gosh, I wish it wouldn't happen so fast.
Declan and Weston will still be enjoying their days while I will be stuck in the house, pretending to be a nice husband.
So annoying!
Declan and Weston walk out in designer's wear. We are all wearing sneakers. But our perfume smell differently.
We are almost the same height. I'm the tallest, followed by Declan, then Weston. Though, we are only one inch apart. But I'm the perfect one.
"Declan had a barmaid he secretly crushed on. I don't believe Declan will ever crush again," Weston laughs and step inside the car.
I roll my head and follow them. I'm amazed too that Declan will crush.
After his last relationship, Declan has out crushing behind his mind. The only thing he does was chase girls.
"Come on! Stop it!" Declan says, embarrassed.
I laugh, "Tell me about her, Weston."
We enter the car. Declan angrily took the front seat. I take the back seat with Weston, "Well, I haven't seen her but she's Jayde Clinton."
" And she got Declan falling over heel ask surprisingly. I was expecting Weston to mention one of Ayles's sexiest. But he just mentioned a nobody. I wonder who she is.
"Yes, I'm telling you. Declan kissed her and told her he would give her money if she would warm his bed."
I shake my head momentarily, " wrong move Declan!"
Weston laughs, " Yes, I told him too until he got her sacked. I don't know how he will see her again."
I can't stop myself from laughing as I look at Declan. How can he be so stupid?
"Hey, guy! Stop! I'm not crushing on anyone!" He says just as the car pulls to a stop before the popular bar in town.
I get down and wait for others. Together, we walk into the bar.
Come and see the screams and gasps from ladies around us.
We enjoy the popularity and the love before making our way to our seats
Before even making an order, the barman fills our table with champagne and more strong alcoholic drinks.
Yes, that's what I want tonight. I must get wasted. And yes, I will like to have a girl. Just for tonight.
"Cheers to the bridegroom!" Weston says and stretches out his cup of wine.
I sneer but smile at him. I stretch at mine but it seems like Declan was looking at something. He got up quickly," I will be back, guys," he says and walk away.
Ayles beautiful arrive and their way anyway toward us. Cara takes a seat beside me and the others fill the space beside the others.
I wonder where Declan went to.
I drink my wine and order more for the girls.
I clutch Cara closer to my chest and look up, still smiling at the enjoyment I'm getting.
I've missed this so much. I've been in the state, working. Gosh, I just got back and I have to get married. I feel so pity for myself.
I feel like crying.
My eyes went wide on their own as I stare at the lady staring at me like she's going to devour me. Maybe she is going to do that.
But what the fuck is Hattie Everett doing in the club?!