Marriage In Trouble

"Calyx!" someone shouted Calyx name which immediately caught my attention and everyone's attention. There, I saw him with Jillian wearing a plunging neckline red dress. She clings to Calyx arms while smiling at everyone who approached them.

Everyone looks at them. Everyone starting to talk about them. Everyone is now assuming that Jillian is Calyx wife.

I clenched my fist as I stop myself from tearing up.

"You're still our sister, Severa. Remember that. But we don't want you to see this weakness of yours." he whispered. "I know what happened to you. I know why this marriage needs to happen. But I want you to find it on your own. You were not named as Nine for you to give up this easily." he added that made me stop from crying.

I let go from his hug and face Steven. He smiled. "I'll just sit here and watch you do your thing." I nodded and look at Calyx and Jillian again where reporters already flock around them.

I composed myself. Breathe in. Breathe out. I tried to let go of the negativity, the pain, and the nervousness. Because I know it won't help me fight for what is mine and to help me find out about the secret behind this marriage.

It's crazy tho because it takes two Trexler to makes me realize the real deal of my life. But I still hate them, especially their presence because I'm not used to having them around. Though it feels weird, I can't deny that I like the support they are giving to me right now.

"So Calyx, are you giving us now a peace of mind about your relationship status with Ms. Jillian Smith?" I heard someone asked Calyx. He asked Calyx loudly to make sure we all heard it.

I stand up with my head held high. Then I make my way towards Calyx direction. And I caught everyone's attention. Even Calyx and Jillian.

I smirk when I saw Jillian frowned as she looks at me walking like a Queen. And I've got my confidence back as I also heard whispers with compliments around me. Complimenting how I look elegant and classy. The pixie girl in a gold dress. And I think, it's better than being a girl in a red dress.

When I got to their location, one male reporter stop me from getting near to Calyx. He looks at me with so much l.u.s.t but he composes himself and fires me with simple yet dangerous questions.

"I saw you a couple of weeks ago with Mr Calyxander Lockhorst at the Renaissance Hotel and I heard he introduced you to his friends as his wife. What can you say about the rumours spreading around the country that Jillian Smith is Mr Lockhorst wife?"

I saw how Jillian's face turned pale. But she immediately stops herself when someone approaches her. It's a familiar old woman who seems so close with Jillian.

Calyx's eyes meet mine. It's like he's asking me something using his eyes. But I ignored it and turn to the woman again when she speaks.

"Is that true Jillian, Calyx? What is happening?" she wonderingly asked. Then the woman look at me heads to toe. "I saw you flirting with the Trexler's. What do you want hija? Are you trying to destroy someone's marriage?"

I was surprised when she accused me like she knows shit about me that made me laugh. Everyone went silent and just looked at me in disbelief.

I mean who would dare to laugh after someone accused you of being a flirt or maybe a whore? She raised her brow like she's disappointed at me more. And I shake my head.

"Why would I flirt with my brother, Madame?" I pointed out. "Of course, nobody knows that Trexler has an heiress. And I'm not gonna destroy my own marriage with Calyx. Why would I do that?" I added as I flex my right hand with my wedding ring on it.

I approached Calyx and removed Jillian's hand on my husband's arm. Jillian would have complained about it but I shake my head as a sign that it's not a good idea. Knowing we were surrounded by media.

My bitch side is back again as I flash my sweetest smile as I cling my hand to Calyx arms. "I don't like the idea that you didn't invite me to this party, my dear husband," I whispered while still smiling.

"So Mr Lockhorst, you married a Trexler?" someone familiar asked again.

I looked up to Calyx, waiting for his answer. And he's not answering directly which giving me a mini heart attack. But I patiently waited. I know he can't deny me anymore. I know that.

"No!"

Everyone turns to Jillian who just freaking interrupt Calyx from answering.

"Calyx is in love with me! He's not supposed to marry her!"

I rolled my eyes. Why is she acting so pathetic?

I sighed and give her the chance to look more stupid for denying the fact that Calyx is married to me. But it feels like everything turn upside down on what she said next.

"Calyx just married her because of their family debt! And Calyx is the only one who can save her!"

My forehead creased.

"Jillian! Stop it!" Calyx let go of me and approach Jillian.

"Why? Why do I need to stop it? You were being forced to marry her and you just act as you accepted it for real but I know you..." Calyx cut her off and immediately grabbed her away from the crowds while I was left standing all alone in front of the crowds looking helplessly like a stray cat.

I tried to process everything I heard but I can't comprehend things anymore. Flashes of camera awaken me that allows me to escape from everyone.

The truth is, I don't know what to think anymore. It feels like my plan backfires. Even though I was ready to face the real fight, but every time Jillian opens her mouth, she immediately knocks me out.

"Aren't you gonna follow them?" I heard Dos asked. I am already at the back of the hotel and he's leaning against the wall while he's smoking. "You're not like this, Nine. Is this what love does to you? It makes you weak and hopeless?"

I glared at him. "You don't know shit, Dos! So shut the f.u.c.k up!" I snapped and attack him like an animal. My punch landed at his right side of his face that gives him a cut on his lips.

Instead of fighting me back, he just smirked and stared at me with his deadly eyes.

"You don't know shit as well, Nine." He snickered. "Do you think I will help you if you are this clueless?"

I just glared at him. But my heart is beating wildly because of the pain and fear. I am hurting so bad but Dos is trying to awaken the deepest fear that is hidden within me.

"But since I am older than you, I'm giving you a little piece of advice. And you won't hear this again from me." He fixed himself before he continues. "Go back being Nine, and you'll know the reason why your marriage is in deep shit."