Love and crosses episode 40

🌹🌹Love &
Crosses🌺🌺

🍭[When LOVE 🌷 Became BITTERED]🍭

GENRE: rom-nce

Written By: DAMMIE CROWN

🍒From🍒
Dammie Crown Library

🍂Chapter 40🍂

****UNEDITED****

TWO WEEKS LATER….

[Saturday]

“Those whom God has joined together, let no man put asunder. For as much as Cindy Bassey and Emmanuel Scott, have consented together in Holy wedlock, and have witness the same before God and this congregation, and there giving and receiving of a ring and by joining of hands: I pronounce that they be living together as husband and wife in the name of God the Father, and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.” The pastor declared.

Everyone clapped.

” You may now k-ss your bride.” The pastor said with a smile.

Emmanuel wasted no time as he moved closer to Cindy and unveiled her before smashing his l-ips on her tender l-ips.

The wh0le congregation present were clapping at the union. Everyone was happy…at least after the ups and downs, the storm was still and calm.

Lawyer James was smiling all through watching her daughter getting married…the only child and daughter he’d do anything for. And that he loves so much without any doubt.

Mrs Veronica was cleaning her tears with a yellow handkerchief in her hand. It wasn’t tears of sorrow but tears of joy. She was moved to tears..

Mrs Jenny, Emmanuel’s mother was also in smiles as she snapped the k-ssing couples with her phone.

“This is good, anyways other than putting cancelation on the wedding. At least, no one get to know the secrets.” Mrs Jenny thoughts

Pastor and Mrs Walter were present. Jenny, Emmanuel’s PA, Dammie, Fred, George and other well wishers were in attendance even Eva.

Cindy was dressed in a glittering white free flowing long wedding gown with a glittering white high heel and a shining veil.

The make up on her face added to her natural beauty as she looked dazzling in it.

Emmanuel couldn’t help but stunned at the beauty before him.

Emmanuel was in a blue tuxedo suit with a shining and well polished black shoe.

His old friend at school best him.

Ellen was the chief bride maid, she was wearing a purple fitted, long and flowing gown with a silver, well set head tie as well as a silver high heel. The make up on her smooth face made her even look more than beautiful.

Fred haven’t taken off his eyes off her body since he saw her. Samuel noticed his uneasiness ’cause he was sitting right beside him.

“Ask her out already. Thank goodness she’s single.” Samuel whispered.

“do you think she likes me?” Fred asked still not taking his off Ellen.

“You are too good to be rejected.” Samuel answered.

Smiling and turning his gaze to Samuel, Fred said,

“Maybe you are right.”

Samuel grinned.

**
Philip, was also in the congregation watching with a heavy heart. He couldn’t believe he did that evil thing to an innocent lady.

Then…came a sudden headache. it came as a little bang but in less than seconds, he wasn’t getting himself anymore. He stood up and walked outside.

His driver on sighting him with the way he was walking like a drunkard, rushed to him and helped him into the waiting car.

“What happened boss?” He asked concerned.

“T…take….me…me…h…ho…hom….home.” He stammered holding unto his head like it was some gold.

he winced in pains and gro-ned like a pregnant woman who’s about to put to bed.

Through out the drive to his mansion…he kept gro-ning in pains caused by headache. His head was banging like a well sounded bell.

Getting home, his driver helped him to the master bedroom.

He drove out to get him some medications. When he arrived, he gave him to took….but reverse was the case. The headache multiply in millions of fold.

“Arrg…” He gro-ned deeply tossing around in bed.

His driver was panicking pacing around the room and saying ‘sorry’ at interval.

The sorry he was saying was even adding more to the severe headache.

***

📞do not forget about the plans. Nothing must go wrong, understand?

📲yes. I promise to try my best.

📞don’t bother trying your beat, do your very best. Okay?

📲alright.

📞remember, if you do anything wrong, you’d be the one to answer for it.

📲absolutely. Worry less.

The call ended.

She looked at the phone and smiled wickedly.

“Cindy…let the game start.” With that, she walked away from the restroom.

***

They’re now in the hall where merry were going on. People were eating, dining , chatting happily. Everywhere was colorful. Indeed, it was a day of joy.

Ellen was busy swaying her s€×y body to the sound of the music when her phone rang. She gro-ned before walking away from the dancing floor to pick the call.

She wouldn’t have left the dancing floor if not because the call was official.

📞yes, good day” she picked and started talking to the caller in earnest.

After 5 minutes, she was done talking.

She made to walked back into the reception when she bumped into Fred.

“Ops…sorry.” She said and her eyes w¡dened.

“Ellen?” Fred called her name delicately.

“Yeah. Fred. How did you got here?”

“A friend invited me here.”

“Oh, I see. You must be quite popular.”

“Maybe.” He smile showing his dimples.

“We met again for real.”

“Yeah. Nature’s so wonderful.”

“Your contact…” He added.

She stretched out her hand and Fred placed his phone on it. She input her number and returned it back to him.

“Thank you. I’d call you.”

Ellen smiled and blushed secretly.

“Alright bye.” She said and walked in fully.

***

George was seated at a corner sipping his drink slowly and watching the scenes in the reception absentmindedly.

His thoughts were on Alice. He was thinking of the best way to make her his again. And promising himself, he’s not gonna misuse the opportunity again.

His thoughts was interrupted by Dammie.

She sat down opposite him without a word. He looked away from her and stared at the latest couple in town.

‘Cindy looks extra hot and beautiful.’ He thought.

“George, I missed you.” Dammie voiced out.

He looked at her swiftly and looked away.

“Sorry, I overreacted that day but I was being protective. I know you love me and not that bitch called Alice. you were just saying you didn’t love me because you were angry, right?” She said battling her long eye lashes.

“don’t bring this up again. I have already told you the f**king truth. Do not disturb me again about this issue.” George answered.

“But…George…I still love you. A wh0le lot.” she whined.

“Keep your love in your pocket,okay? I don’t need it. All I need is a long break in our relationsh¡p.” He replied.

“George….please.” She pleaded, her voice shaking and cracking.

“Excuse me.” He stood up and walked out.

Dammie sighed sadly as she watched him leave the hall.

***

He walked somewhere still in the hall premises. He sighted a bench afar and walked to the place. He sat down and continued thinking about Alice again.

He looked up and saw Samuel standing not quite far from where he was seated. He blinked and was about looking away when Samuel turned around and saw him too.

Samuel actually came there to receive a call from his workers that are helping him build a site.

Samuel on seeing George walked to him. George stood up to leave but Samuel’s voice stopped him.

“Trying to avoid me now, right?”

George stopped walking and faced him without saying a word.

Samuel stared back at him and eventually spoke up after some minutes of staring.

*How is she doing?”

*you….you mean Alice?” George asked unsure.

Samuel nodded his head positively.

“why asking about her? Do you want her back?”

“Never. Just asking about her. Is it a crime?”

“Well….fine. It’s obvious she still loves you and wants you back. ”

“Sort that out yourselves. is she working already?”

“No.”

“Okay. Bye.” He said and walked away leaving George dumbfounded.

“He’s acting weird. Who knew he could be so calm to ask about Alice?” He muttered taking his seat again.

****

“Is everything okay.” Lizzy asked immediately Samuel got to the table and sat down.

“Did I tell you something was wrong?” Samuel questioned back.

“Don’t be harsh on me. Just trying to be caring.”

“Keep your care.” Samuel said glaring at her.

Goodness knew how she got to know where and when Cindy’s getting married.

Ever since they’re in the hall, she has been loitering around Samuel.

“Doctor Bassey, do you notice…Cindy’s tummy. Can’t you see she’s pregnant?” Lizzy said looking at Cindy with the corner of her eyes.

“Why are you telling me?”

“I can’t believe she can be pregnant before getting married. it’s funny to me.” She said.

Samuel glared at her and she kept quiet taking her drink.

But soon, she spoke up again.

“Doctor Samuel… Your wife..she isn’t here. or is the rumors true that she cheated on you?* Lizzy asked staring at him.

“Go ask your forefathers. Wait, is it because I allowed you to sit here with me? Don’t you ever in your lifetime cross your boundary with me again. I understand fully, the message you’re trying to pass across to me. But get this into your thick skull that I have no iota of feelings for you.” Samuel said and walked out of the hall.

He walked to his car and sent a message to Cindy telling her he’s leaving already and wishing her a happy married life.

He called his mum….She’s still in,side the hall.

📞mum

📲son…I can’t hear you clearly. Where are you?

📞im leaving. But don’t worry, Heritage would come to pick you.

📲alright son. Bye.

He got in,side his car and zoomed off.

***

“I really don’t know what else to do. Should I call master?” Philip driver asked.

“N…no.” Philip answered with difficulty.

“But…I don’t understand how you are doing. I’m not a doctor so I don’t know what to do.”

“Just ….let…me be!” Philip said almost yelling.

The driver kept quiet as he watched him gro-ned in pains.

***
At Night

Emmanuel had made an arrangement for the hotel where he’d be spending a week with his new wife.

After the merriment and celebration. They were on their way home.

“Today was a wow.” Emmanuel said.

Cindy forced out a smile as she thought of what awaits her in the marriage. First, she’s pregnant, how’s Emmanuel gonna treat her or the unborn baby? Lots of questions were going on in her head as the driver continued driving to the said hotel.

“Babe…you look lost.” Emmanuel said concerned.

“Oh…nothing. I’m fine.” Cindy said.

“You must be tired.”

“Yeah. You are right.” Cindy answered.

“Don’t worry, I’m gonna give you the best m-ssage after taking your bath.” Emmanuel winked.

“Thank you.” Cindy muttered.

Emmanuel was about saying another word when his phone rang.

“Gosh…who chose this time to call me?” He gro-ned as he took out his phone from his pocket.

“It’s Jenny.” He said wondering why she’d be calling him this time.

Cindy said nothing as her body was feeling somehow. She couldn’t fathom what she’s feeling.

📞yes Jenny.

📲sorry for intruding your peace sir.

📞what happened?

📲there’s a file that need your signature. The CEO of Empress Group Of Companies called me just now that if I didn’t bring the file to him tomorrow, we should considered the contract null.

📞what?!..

📲yes sir. I even told him that you’re married today but he shunned me. Where are you presently?

📞on my way to Emperor Hotel.

📲oh…what a coincidence, I’m also in the hotel. I wanna spend the night there.

📞really?

📲yes sir. What’s your room number? Oh never mind. I wouldn’t wanna disturb you or your wife. My room number is Room 303. You can come for it there.

📞alright. thanks a lot.

📲anything for my boss. Expecting you.

The call ended.

“Babe…I got to sign a paper in room 303 before I’d come to out room. The CEO we had a deal with isn’t an easy man. ” Emmanuel said.

“It’s alright.” Cindy said.

“Thanks baby.” Emmanuel said and k-ssed her briefly.

“Now, you are mine. A dream come true.” Emmanuel said.

“Yeah.” Cindy said simply.

“Are you okay? You’ve been acting calm. It’s unusual.” Emmanuel said taking her hand in his.

“I’m fine really. Just stressed.” Cindy said.

“Sorry baby.” Emmanuel said.

He made her rest her head on his shoulder as the drive to the hotel continued.

***

“What could have happened to this car?” Lizzy wondered as she got down from the car opening the bonnet of the car.

“What will I touch? What do I know that happened to it? This late?” she lamented walking around the car.

“My mechanic won’t be available as well…oh I forgot he has even traveled. What a day. Who will I call?” she said stomping her shoe on the road.

She stood beside the road waving down cars…taxi or anything that would just took her from there ’cause it’s dangerous. No houses just bushes surrounded the place.

She kept waving and waving but none seems to have her time. But when she was losing hope and at the edge of crying, a car suddenly stopped.

Her hope was rose again as she moved to the car after locking her car.

“Good evening sir…my car..” Lizzy said but stopped when she saw the guy.

Doctor John.

“Nurse Lizzy…what happened to your car?” He asked whining down the glass.

“You know? Just open the door and enter. Let’s leave this place. It’s dangerous here.” He added.

Lizzy bite her lower l-ips. She had no idea she’s gonna need his help despite how she do shun him in the hospital.

She slowly and shyly opened the car door and entered. Then closed it back.

“What happened to your car?” He asked again.

“I… I don’t know. It just suddenly stopped moving.” She said.

“Oh…okay. Sorry” He said as he ignited the car and started driving away.

“I thought you didn’t came.” Lizzy said swallowing her pride.

“I did.” John said.

“Oh..”

“Your home address.”

She told him and he drove toward the said address.

“Thanks.” Lizzy muttered although she wished it could have been Samuel instead.

****

“Go on to the room, okay? I’d be there with you in a jiffy.” Emmanuel said at the staircase.

“Alright ” Cindy said and walked away to their room.

Emmanuel watched her leave before going to Jenny’s hotel room number.

He got there and knocked on the door softly.

“Yes, come in.” Jenny said s€×ily.

Emmanuel gently pushed the door opened and closed it back gently.

He made to took another step into the room when he stopped walking abruptly moving back to the door after seeing Jenny half unclad.

His back was on the door as he gulped down nothing down his throat. He couldn’t just avert his eyes away from her body.

Jenny was just coming out of the bathroom with a short white towel tied around her body. Her th-gh and upper br-ast region were visible to Emmanuel.

“Like what you saw?” Jenny asked as she walked toward Emmanuel.

Emmanuel just stood like a statue watching her every move.

“come to me….I want you.” Jenny said as she removed the towel entirely from her body.

Emmanuel’s eyes w¡dened as the member between his th-gh betrayed him by jerking up.

Jenny was now fully unclad before him.
.she got to him and crashed her l-ips on his.

“U hmm .” She mo-ned into his mouth.

Emmanuel’s mind told him to pushed her away but his body wants more of Jenny’s touch.

“I hope I don’t regret this.” He thought and he held her wa-ist and pulled her more closer to himself k-ssing her more h-rder.

“Ouch…baby take me to the bed.” Jenny mo-ned and Emmanuel immediately obeyed as he carried her to the bed still k-ssing her hungrily like he has never k-ssed in his entire life.
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TBC…