Dionnis
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Since seeing anéyah yesterday brought back a lot of feelings I thought was slipping away from me.

Diondré spoke about her being in a rough state but she looks completely fine to me other than the few pounds she might have lost and the confused trance she keeps wondering off to.

Lemar called her 4 times from the entrance and she only heard him the 5th time because he touched her. I felt sorry for her but I still need time to sort through my feelings and make sense of everything. Speaking to her or touching her would of sent me right back into her arms and that would make me look like a fool.

Lemar mentioned her being sick and I need to find out the details of her untimely sickness. This is giving me deja vue when I found of Kira was pregnant. It can't be anéyah is pregnant otherwise she would of told Lya and lya would of told Dré and he would of told me; something isn't adding up.

Luckily for me being here in Jamaica will give me the opportunity to oversee the process of my hotel construction. I have notified kayce on my arrival and intentions for the next few weeks.

I haven't told Francesca that I'm on island because of one reason  'interrogation'. She will pry until I reveal everything and I'm not ready for her to hate anéyah until I uncover the truth of her actions.

I was willing to make her my wife, let her bare my children and take care of her and my little family for as long as I shall live.

She ruined everything and I can't believe I put my trust in her thinking she was an innocent broken woman. I won't lie it hurts to know that the love of your life has betrayed you.

I jump inside my BMW and make my way over to the job site; I would do anything to distract my mind from her right now, it's suffocating.

Upon arrival to the job site, kayce waited near his truck to greet me and bring me up to speed. "Good morning boss, the foundation is complete and construction of the first floor will begin next week" kayce informs me.

We walk over to the construction site and the guys stopped and show their respects, I have told them many times I don't care for formalities.

Most of the men with families are able to send back money to America to support their loved ones while they're in Jamaica working and left back with enough to sustain them until the next paycheck even though they don't need it unless they're going site seeing or clubbing.

The site looks perfect and just the way I envisioned it to be.

My plan isn't to stick around here for too long since my sister wants me to join her for lunch in the next hour.

I stayed a few more minutes then leave since the drive will take more than 30 minutes.

"Fiftie told me his girlfriend is moving to Jamaica and she's interested in finance or legality. I have a link at the JN bank I can get her a job there or she can work at my husband's firm in his finance department" Dian says and I admire how willing she can be to help others in need especially family.

"Aaliyah?" I ask taking a sip of the Hennessy.

"Yes her, I think he said she's your girlfriend's sister" she tells me and I clear my throat.

"Ex girlfriend" I answer.

"What!?" Dian exclaims.

"What did you do now?" She scolds.

"Me? I did nothing this time, she betrayed me and the family" I admit, leaving Dian with a confused expression on her face.

"Betrayed, how?" She inquires.

"She works for the Federal Bureau and she was sent to take my mother, me and anyone else involved in illegal activities to prison. It turns out she is their special weapon, a hacker that can manipulate any electronic device or security system" I explain.

Dianique sits back in her seat in disbelief. "Wow I was really thrilled to meet her, you sounded like you were truly in love with her. I'm sorry to hear about this and I hope you don't give up on love"

"Love is far from my mind right now, my focus is on work and work only" I sternly say.

"Hmm... I see, if you said she was that good why aren't you guys in jail yet?" Dian query.

I shrug my shoulders "I have no clue".

"I personally think she didn't give up any crucial information on you guys. She played it safe because of the love she has for you" Dian gives her opinion and I groan.

"I really hope that's the truth, I've never loved a woman like I love her" I confess and Dian smiles "I know, that's why I don't want you to give up on her this quickly" she states and I sigh.

"It's hard to get up and forgive something this big" I admit.

The waitress comes with our food and I waste no time in eating to avoid Dian's staggering eyes and overbearing questions about anéyah.

"Any luck?" I question without making eye contact.

"Baby? No, I have very few eggs left so if this doesn't work soon I might never have any children of my own" she disclosed.

I don't understand how wicked people like Kira could conceive and give birth to a child and the sweet, innocent and caring ones like my sister has to go through hell just to make one of their own.

It's unfair

"Josh is considering hiring a surrogate but I am not a 100% for it, I would of liked to experience carrying my own and going through labor like a normal woman" Dian states.

I hate that she has to struggle with this, my heart goes out to other women experiencing this ordeal.

"I understand" is all I could manage to say.

"Okay enough of the sad stuff, what are you doing for your birthday?" She asks.

"Nothing, you know I don't care about big celebrations or birthdays, it's just an ordinary day" I express my distaste.

"Yeah yeah whatever" she roll her eyes playfully and I chuckle.

Antwaun
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Briana is laying in bed with her legs crossed using the MacBook Pro I bought her to apply for jobs or start her own business which I'm willing to fund.

"Baby" Briana says with her eyes still on the laptop.

"Yes?" I answer whilst still getting myself ready for work.

"I took a test two weeks ago and it turned out to be negative" she tells me.

"Okay, that's a good thing right?" I inquire because she closed the laptop screen and now sitting up looking at me.

"Apart of me wanted it to be positive and the other part screams 'not ready yet', I'm in deep confusion" she sadly admit and sigh.

I rest my shoes back on the floor and walk over to the bed then sit besides to her and caress her face "What is it your not telling me?" I search her eyes and I can tell she's hiding something.

"My mom said she had a dream about a fish and when a Caribbean mother have that dream it turns out being true. She thinks I'm pregnant and suggested that I take another test" she explains.

"Do you want to take another one? Because after that session we had last night I can guarantee you might be in a few weeks" I tease with a smile on my face and she nudge my side "you're disgusting" she laughs.

"Okay on a serious note, you want to take another one and find out if she's right?" I query and rub her back.

"Yes but I'm scared, can you look at it and tell me what the result is afterwards?" She shyly asks and I nod.

She hops out of bed and walks over to the bathroom and I lay on the bed and wait for her to return.

The bathroom door opens and she walks towards me "wait 5 minutes then go inside" she instructs and I nod "okay".

She is fidgeting and playing with her fingers and I pull her onto my lap to straddle me. I'm sucked in by her full bright brown eyes as the glare between us intensifies; my dick jumps and so did she.

I roar with laughter and she slums down on the bed and lash my arm. "It's not my fault he reacts at an expeditious pace when it comes to you". I wink at her and she roll hers in return.

"Go check pon de supm now man yuh too torment" she says in dismissal and I chuckle loudly.

"Me a beg you a likkle bit before I leave for work" I joke.

"No" she roll her eyes and blushes.

"Come nuh just a smudge then" I urge and she groans. "Okay hurry back then".

I speed walk to the bathroom and remove the pregnancy test that's wrapped in napkin. I wasn't too sure on how to read this test since the lines are crisscrossed and one is straight, my eyes advert to the description right next to it and my body froze into place.

"Antwaun what does it say" I can hear Briana shouting from outside of the bathroom but the reality of her being pregnant overtakes my senses and I can't seem to find my voice.

I'm going to be a father?

Wow!

"Antwaun" she calls out while knocking on the door and I'm pulled from the trance.

"Yes? I'm coming" I walk towards the door with the test in my hand and open it. She immediately looks at my face and assessing it before looking at the test.

"Pupa Jesus, mi gone in eh true" she mutters in disbelief and I assess her features carefully before I react to her as well.

Briana hands start to shake and her eyes filled with water that I'm sure she can't see me anymore unless she blinks a few times.

I walk into the bedroom and rest the test on the nightstand before taking out my phone and calling kenrick.

Phone call

Kenrick: yeah bro?

Me: I'm going to be late, hopefully I reach by 11:00am or 12:00pm.

Kenrick: Okay, everything alright with you?

Me: Yeah is Briana I need to make sure is good before I leave.

Kenrick: Briana... what happen to her?

Me: [sighing] She just found out she's pregnant.

Kenrick: Rassclaartt both a we in the same boat now then.

Me: Yeah look so fu true.

Kenrick: Aiite Bro handle you business.

Me: Thanks Bro.

I hang up and walk over to Briana that is still standing at the bathroom entrance and pull her gently towards the bed.

Since I am my own boss, I usually dress in casual clothing such as sweat pants, Nike sneakers and sweat shirt or A plain black T-shirt. Currently I'm in a black sweatpants, a black T-shirt and white socks since I didn't get the chance to put my shoes on.

I climb into the center of the bed with my back resting against the headboard and Briana laying on top of me with her head resting against my chest. I can hear her faint sobs and I allow her to process her emotions before saying anything that might trigger her more.

We laid in silence for about 30 minutes and I thought it was enough of her moping around. "Your mom already knew you were pregnant she just wanted you to believe it too. I know you're young and unemployed but I will do anything in my power to make you both comfortable, I promise" I reassure her.

She doesn't move or reply but I know she isn't sleeping; her breathing isn't uneven. I put her to lay on her back and climb over her, she doesn't try to smile or push me away.

I know she might feel her life is over but after she have the baby we can get a full time nanny and she can work or do anything she wishes.

I flex my arms so that my face is a good distance away from hers. Without saying a word I glare into her angelic eyes and study her appearance for a few seconds; she doesn't break eye contact and it's like we both know what the other is thinking.

I kiss her forehead then move down to her stomach and place a few gentle kisses there "I would give my life to keep you and your mommy safe. Once I'm here you both won't want for anything" I whisper to her belly and I catch a glimpse of a slight smile wearing on her face.

"Should I take off from work or your good here on your own?" I ask her.

"Today is Sunday, don't you guys take a day off?" She replies and I chuckle.

"We do but I have two exclusive clients booked for today, otherwise I would of stayed at home. It would only take about 3 hours max to finish both of them" I tell her.

"In that case can I come?" She excitedly ask and I chuckle "yes you can but change first" I state.

"What's wrong with my outfit?" She looks down at herself and smile knowing damn well her pants is too short.

"Briana" I furrow my brows at her "okay okay, fine" she pouts and drags herself out of bed to get ready.

Francesca
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"Stop all sponsors going out to senator's office" I firmly say.

"But aunty if we pull the funds he can't protect us anymore and he also won't be able to clear his debts since he might have already exhausted the previous cheque" she states.

"Mi no ask yuh all a dat, me tell yuh fi pull we funds" I reply in a gravely tone.

Raquel immediately turns and start to do as I asked.

Raquel is my brother's daughter, we're all in the mafia business but she works for me at the charity franchise. She handles all the payments, sponsorships, donations etc. Over a year ago Ruel expressed his distaste in my family business after my dear nephew slipped up on one of our products transport.

He decided he would look the other way and allow us to continue using that same route to transport the goods to our customers under one condition he gets a 10 thousand dollar payment biweekly to help with his financial debts.

Everything was going good until his whore of a wife wouldn't keep her legs closed around my husband.

I mean don't get me wrong I don't blame her completely for the affair, Dion is as much to blame as well and none of them has any respect for their spouses.

It makes me sick just by looking at those photos of them in bed together and going into our family plane together like they have no damn sense.

Dion is lucky that I am a changed woman; save and covered by the blood of Jesus Christ. I wanted to hand the business over to him but he showed me he is not a good critical thinker and very much incompetent. My brother Emmanuel will inherit the business along with its fortune.

I fought breast cancer and still don't have enough strength to carry on about my day.

I thought being cured means that I will regain weight and energy.

Fooled myself for sure.

I decided to be a Christian and turn my life around for the better. I already turned the law firm over to my colleague Winston. He will be the owner and he promised to hire anyone of my family members if they so desire to seek employment there.

Diondré booked his trip to Jamaica after I showed him the unfaithful pictures of his father and his mistress. I told him and Dionnis that I came to terms with it but they're too pissed at seeing me unhappy.

"All automatic transactions are canceled, everything is transferred to your personal pendrive like you asked" Raquel eventually says after being quiet and working on terminating my agreement with Ruel.

"Good" I stand to my feet and get ready to leave.

"He will come looking for you" she speak with fear.

"I know and let him, I will be waiting" I reply sternly and leave .

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FYI: Only one chapter this weekend. I had a busy week, I will make it up to you guys, please bare with me😩

I don't know if you guys realized there are two Joshua(s) in my book with different last names. We live in a world where more than 2 persons share the same first name and I wanted to add that to my book.

Anéyah workman is Joshua Clarke
Dianique husband is Joshua Willet but she refers to him as josh more often.

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