Speak To Me

(Jamie)

I can't believe the audacity of that woman.It took every damn ounce of restraint in my body to not throw her out of the building right that very second. Of course I didn't want to make a scene..considering this wasn't the time or place to react poorly..but the moment she gets to that table, she will be escorted off the premises quietly. One look at Ray, and he already knew the drill.

At first, I found some humor in the situation..seeing how annoyed Rylan was and the fact that he had been bragging about taking Kimberly Roberts to the ball all week..but in reality, it wasn't the one he thought..So I might've been egging him on a little..which I instantly regretted when I realized Gabriella had no clue who that woman was. I felt like a complete ass..

Then Kimberly Clark had to bring up Eva..which I already knew she was back..

I had known her whereabouts for the past five years...Mr. X informed me about her return and I have been keeping tabs on her since.

The thing with Eva is..yeah, we slept together when I was in college..but that's all it ever was. I never thought I would meet someone like Gabriella, so I just had casual hookups here and there..but Eva didn't want it to be causal.

So I ended it..or so I thought..

She went around, spreading rumors that I had gotten her pregnant and forced her to get an abortion. That's when my father stepped in and threatened to sue her...then the stalking began and the restraining order..

Yeah, she went off the deep end. Finally, she seemed to move on and attach herself to some rich guy in Europe and last I knew, she was married with a kid.

Kimberly was one of her friends at the time but never got involved before. I think a lot of people believed the rumors Eva spread about me..considering I wasn't exactly the warmest person..but I didn't really give a shit until that stuff started affecting my family.

I began choosing my future partners a lot more wisely after that..but when I said Gabriella was the only woman I have ever loved..I meant it. All that stuff before was me being some asshole trying to satisfy his needs and not wanting to commit to anyone.

Looking back..I just wish I hadn't done any of it..if I knew Gabriella was out there, I would have waited for her. But considering my dad wanted me to marry someone to benefit the company, I thought I would never meet someone like her..Truthfully, I never knew someone like her could even exist..

I glanced down at my Gabriella..her eyes were big and full of worry as I hated how much baggage I was bringing into this marriage..first, it was the Jolie thing...even though I didn't do anything with her..but still..and now it's one of my previous hookups from the past. I led my wife to a private corner, my palms gliding down her bare arms before gripping her hands.

"Are you okay?" I asked, making her shrug as I felt my heart breaking for her.

"I'm sorry for saying that to her..I didn't really think she looked good..I was just trying to tease Rylan.." I rushed out..feeling like a jerk as Gabriella peered up at me adorably..

"You are the only woman I see..ever." I admitted..meaning every word. It was true..there was no one else in this world but her.

"R-really?" She asked sadly, making me nod my head adamantly as I bent down and gripped her chin firmly.

"Yes..you are it for me, Gabriella Sinclair...you were the moment I locked eyes with you that day." I confessed while searching her eyes as I saw them soften before I kissed her lips desperately.

"So please forgive me..and that stuff about Eva." I began, making her stiffen beneath me.

"Yes..I did date her in the past..but it wasn't anything serious. Well..she wanted it to be and I ended it..and then, well..she didn't seem to like that. I eventually filed a restraining order on her and she moved on. So that's all it was okay? I swear to you that you are the only one I have ever loved..there was no one before you..and I wish I hadn't..that I.." I began, feeling guilty for my past as Gabriella suddenly reached up, pressing her palm to my cheek as I closed my eyes.

"D-don't ap-p-pologize for th-that Jamie. It w-was the p-past..but it also l-led you to m-me." She whispered, making my heart ache as I bent my head, resting my brow against hers as I let out a shuddering breath.

"I wish it was just you..in my heart..it is only you." I confessed, making her arms slide around me as she pulled herself closer.

"I-I know..I l-love you." She stated, and I couldn't take it any longer.

I kissed my wife passionately, my arms wrapping around her body as our mouths fused together.

I don't even know how I got so lucky..how this woman could love someone like me.. I'm starting to realize that maybe Gabriella wasn't the only one who was saved..just maybe she saved me too..she turned this cold-hearted man into someone who now loves her with all of his heart and soul.

And what I feel for her goes beyond anything I could've ever imagined. She is my everything..and I am so fucking scared something is going to take her from me..

"I love you so much Gabriella. So fucking much." I gasped, my eyes fluttering open as I was met with those piercing blue ones.

"G-good b-b-because now you are stuck with m-me...w-well us." She smiled widely, her hand rubbing her stomach as I couldn't help but laugh..why was she so cute?

I felt my stomach flip as I lowered down, my hands resting on either side of her waist as I kissed her stomach twice.

"I really am the luckiest man on earth." I declared, knowing it was the truth.

"Let's go find our seats..I'm sure my wife is very hungry by now." I added, making her pout before nodding her head eagerly as a chuckle escaped me.

I slipped my arm around her waist, my eyes peering down at her as I couldn't help but admire her beauty..she seroously is the most beautiful woman here..

"Let's go this way." I whispered, my arm pulling her forward as I couldn't help but kiss her juicy red lips every few feet until we were close to the moving crowd of people once again.

"Sir, it has been taken care of." Ray informed me while stepping to my side quickly.

"Good, did she put up a fight?" I asked, making him nod once as I couldn't fight the smile that pulled at my lips.

Why did that bring me so much satisfaction? Kimberly Clark was just an annoying spoiled brat to me before, but after seeing her attitude towards my wife today..I am going to make sure she remembers just exactly who it is she offended..

"Ah, there you are son..have you been trying to hide my beautiful daughter in law from me all night?" My Father boomed happily while approaching us, causing my gaze to glide towards him slowly.

What I was met with caused my eyes to blink rapidly as the woman I saw hanging off of my father's arm was the last one I would expect..my own mother.

"Mom..I didn't realize you had already arrived." I stated awkwardly.

She had on a silver gown with lace sleeves..she looked elegant and beautiful like always.

"Your father picked me up actually." She said with a wide smile.

"Oh..well..you look beautiful." I added while leaning forward and kissing her on the cheek.

Then Gabriella and my parents hugged, as my mom began asking Gabriella about how she was feeling.

"Oh son, I spoke with the young man from that onvestnent company I told you about. The rumors seem to be true..he was pretty honest about the situation at hand and I told him we would grab dinner one of these nights." My dad informed me as I nodded once. "He doesn't seem to be arrogant like his father was...I got a good feeling about it." My dad continued as I let my gaze wander around the dining room slowly.

I knew who he was speaking about, Alder King. We have been watching his company carefully after he took over for his father. I haven't seen anything suspicious yet..so a dinner might be good to get a feel on him.

"Okay, I will make it a point to introduce myself this evening." I said as the music started to play, signaling the dinner was about to begin.

"H-Have you s-seen my father?" Gabriella suddenly asked, making Robert glance around before pointing over towards the far corner.

"There he is, speaking with that young man right there." My dad stated and when I spotted John, my eyes widened.Shit..that was Grant he was taking to..yeah..I have a feeling this might not go so well.