THE CONTRACT WIFE: A ONE NIGHT STAND BILLIONAIRE ROMANCE

CHAPTER 73 – Zara’s POV

The party was a success but then I felt something weird. I didn’t know if it was just me, or I was just being paranoid. A woman’s intuition was really something else when it kicked in, and I wasn’t wrong when I saw that shameless woman. The daughter of our local mayor, who clung to my husband as if her life depended on it, and now she even dared to kiss my husband.

As I watched her and Lucas together, it felt like I was punched with anger and jealousy in my heart. I remained calm, just observing the situation, but deep inside I wondered if Lucas would ever change for the better. We just got reunited, and there’s another woman already who was vying for his attention!

“What the fuck, Nadine!” my husband exclaimed angrily, wiping his lips after the woman kissed him.

They hadn’t noticed me watching them yet. Nadine, that was the name of this shameless woman! Damn!

“Lucas, I’ve loved you since then! I am willing to be your mistress, just keep me close to your heart,” Nadine said, and I smirked while listening to her.

“I love my wife. And it never crossed my mind to trade her for someone like you! Maybe you have no self-respect, Nadine. Respect my marriage to my wife,” Lucas tried to get away from Nadine but the woman didn’t want to let go of my husband.

So, I had to step up before she could kiss Lucas again. “You wicked witch. I’ll tear your lips apart and feed them to the dogs! Just try kissing him again!”

Nadine was scared and immediately left before she would be humiliated even more. Lucas apologized but I didn’t say anything. When I turned around to go back to the party, he followed me. I knew he didn’t want Nadine but the woman was persistent and a brat. As the mayor’s daughter, she probably got whatever she wanted.

But not my husband! As long as I’m alive, no other woman could take him away from me. But then, even though I was aware of the truth, I decided to play a little prank on him. After the party, when we were back in our room, he tried to explain.Còntens bel0ngs to Nô(v)elDr/a/ma.Org

“Darling, you know it’s only you, right? You’re the only one I’ll love. You know that girl was just trying to tempt me but she failed,” he told me.

“Then, do everything to take that woman’s scent away from your body, Lucas. Until then, don’t come near me,” I warned him and he groaned in response.

He returned to the bathroom to take another shower, and while he was inside the bathroom, I was amused. It was his fifth shower already. Should I stop now? He might probably be sick from having too much shower when it’s already late in the evening!

“Done. I even brushed my teeth a dozen times,” he said as soon as he got outside of the bathroom with a towel covering his lower torso.

I tried my best not to stare at his abs and muscular chest. Then, I asked, “Are you sure?”

“Yes, love. There’s no more trace of that woman on me anymore.”

We were in the bedroom. We had separate rooms for the kids, so I could freely act and put on a show. My heart was starting to soften a bit. I couldn’t really control my emotions when it was about Lucas Blackwood. I couldn’t resist his charm. That puppy face look was to die for. It felt like I was always the bad one in our relationship.

“I hope it’s the last time I will see you with another woman, Lucas. Otherwise, we have to break up for good. I wouldn’t tolerate that kind of behavior anymore,” I told him.

For a moment, he stared at me, and he looked so damn lost in his thoughts. He looked defeated, shoulders slumped, and a hint of disbelief on his face. Then, he walked away from me.

I watched him go to the wardrobe to get something to wear. He put on a bathrobe before grabbing his phone to make a call. I frowned while thinking about his action. From being gentle and meek, like a sheep or a puppy being scolded, he suddenly changed and his brows furrowed as he called someone on the phone.

“Hello, Lassiter. I want you to listen to me very well. I want Mayor Smith and his business to go down. I want his business to collapse as soon as possible and for him to lose his position.”

When he said that, I became truly alarmed. I approached him and snatched the phone from him. “Hello, this is Zara, his wife. He was just kidding. Just don’t take his words seriously. Good night.” I ended the call and my husband looked at me with a furrowed brow. “My god, Lucas. Can’t I play a prank on you?” I asked him.

“I’m not making fun of you, Zara. I am so serious about you that I can’t take you lightly. I don’t want you to ever feel like my love and respect for you is any less. I love you so much that I’m afraid you might wake up one day and not love me anymore. I don’t want to give you any reason to leave me. Because I won’t be able to handle that again,” he said while embracing me. I hadn’t even realized he had wrapped his arms around me.

“I love you so much, Lucas. And you know that, from the very beginning… Why would I let go of someone I thought I could only admire from afar? The man I thought was out of reach before he started loving me? The man who never left my thoughts. Lucas, you are my reason for living. Forever.”

Our lips finally meet. Our bodies may be tired, but we draw strength from each other. With fiery passion in his kisses, his intense desire, and his gentle touch, I’m transported to heaven. And we ended up exchanging our love throughout the night. The warmth of our bodies and our fiery emotions igniting.

In the morning, I woke up late. I didn’t know why I can’t get used to Lucas’s size. He’s huge and very thick, and every time we’re intimate, it always felt like the first time. He could be gentle and very rough, depending on the intensity of our connection.

As I thought about all of this, in the midst of the new morning, I felt a bit embarrassed for being so naughty again. Get a grip, Zara! Stop having such lewd thoughts so early in the morning.

I was surprised when the door opened, and there was my husband with our two kids. He was holding a tray with breakfast. Our breakfast in bed was always perfect. My husband was so sweet and genuinely kind. How could I not feel excited to wake up to a day like this?

“Breakfast in bed, my love. Sorry if I overdid it again. Let’s eat, and here’s a painkiller for you. I love you, and thank you for last night…” my husband whispered.

Our eldest asked curiously, “What were you doing last night?”

“It’s an adult thing, honey. Someday, you’ll learn about it too,” I told our child.

A week later, we suddenly decided to go on a vacation to Lucas’s hometown. Yes, they also owned a hacienda. I couldn’t even fathom how wealthy they are. Owning companies, land, and other valuable properties made them incredibly strong.

We were on our way when our kids mentioned they were hungry. So, I served them our ready-to-eat Bento. Before leaving, I prepared our meals.

“This is delicious, Mom! Your cooking is truly the best…” our youngest said, and I smiled. I took my handkerchief from my pocket and wiped a smudge off the corner of our child’s mouth.

“Our princess is buttering us up again. Go ahead and eat, sweetie. Keep eating, or you’ll end up with no substance,” I teased, unable to suppress my laughter.

“That’s true, Mom. Your chicken curry and sushi are the best,” our eldest said, eating heartily.

“Alright, go on and eat, my dear. Here’s some water, too.”

I glanced at my husband, who was looking at his iPad. He’s been busy with work lately. Their business was even more expanding.

“Darling, are you busy?” I asked my husband.

“Just a moment, dear. Sorry, I’m a bit stressed,” he said. He looked pitiful, and he seemed tired.

“Come on, honey. Don’t mind that. Take a break as well,” I said.

Actually, I insisted that we postpone all of this. I’ve noticed he’s been busy with work for weeks. I didn’t really know why. It’s difficult to ask.

Our trip went smoothly. But I could tell Lucas was unusually distant. Sometimes he’s just angry. We’ve been arguing during our vacation. I just didn’t understand him anymore! I wanted to understand him, but he’s becoming frustrating!