“It..it’s okay..” Heaven stammered while swallowing hard. Then I watched Caspian pull Johnnie closer to his side as Viva glanced towards them.
“Perhaps Heather has something else you can change into.” Viva offered and that’s when Patricia and Heather ran to Heaven’s side.
“It..must have been an accident.” I reassured Logan who nodded in agreement before taking another drink.
Viva was never the vindictive type of woman, so I can’t imagine she would do that on purpose.
“Why don’t we make our way towards the dining area while the girls freshen up.” I added when Ben came walking towards me.
“Dad, don’t forget your drink.” He suddenly stated, causing me to freeze as I looked towards him in shock. Did he just call me Dad?!
Logan glanced between us, confusion obviously filling him as I let out a booming laugh before slapping Ben on the back. What the fuck is he thinking?!
“Of course son..you know now that he is my stepson, it just feels so natural to call him that.” I rushed out as Logan nodded once, seeming satisfied with that as I glared at Ben.
He just ignored me and started to walk towards the dining room once again.
“Oh, Dave, I wanted to let you know that I have a guest who will be joining us a little later on..” Viva informed me out of the blue as I froze in my steps.
“A guest? Who have you invited? Wait..like a date?” I had no fucking idea who she could have coming and that’s where my mind went..maybe she wanted to try and make me feel jealous..is that it? Does she want me to see her with another man?
“It’s someone I recently reconnected with. Don’t worry..it’s a surprise.” She whispered while stepping closer to me, her hand resting flat on my chest as I peered down into those big eyes.
That’s when I felt my cock harden instantly…yeah, she still fucking wants me.
“Dave!” Heather called my name angrily as I quickly stepped away from Viva and darted my eyes away..shit.
“I will see you in there.” Viva whispered before smiling up at me like she had done so many times before.
“What were you two just talking about?” Heather hissed, making me feel annoyed as I glanced down at her scowling face.
“None of your business, now let’s go sit down and stop embarrassing me.” I snapped..for fucks sake..if anyone was going to ruin my night it would be Heather at this point.
“Now come on, let’s go celebrate Alder’s engagement before you piss me off even more.”
(Dave)
I let out a booming laugh, the story I just told making everyone at the table join in as I knew right at that moment that I had won.
In fact..I think after this dinner, I might have gained control over my entire family again, Viva included.
She has been super attentive this entire evening. Doing small things like pouring me more wine and laughing at all of my jokes.
Heather is obviously not very happy, but this isn’t about her..this is about Dave King continuing on the legacy and closing the biggest deal of my life. Once we have the Winfields in our court..there will be nothing holding us back.
“Oh, sweetheart, remember that time in London we spent for our ten-year anniversary..” Viva began, telling a story about running into one of the members of the royal family.
I listened intently as my eyes darted to Logan and Patricia who were completely absorbed in the conversation and seemed thoroughly impressed.
Then I saw Heather, her hand was clutching her knife tightly as she glared across the table at Viva. Yeah, she was pissed, but she will have to deal with it. Viva is selling this evening and all Heather has been doing is shooting daggers across the table.
I leaned over towards her, my hand sliding down to her thigh as I squeezed it roughly.
“Control yourself.” I whispered so only she could hear.
Her eyes met mine, that defiance I usually love to break making an appearance as I stared at her for a few moments. That’s when my attention was grabbed by Viva.
“Well, sorry to interrupt, but I wanted to make a toast, if that’s okay?” She said, her eyes meeting mine, asking for permission as I nodded once.
The way Viva was behaving, I couldn’t stop my mind from wandering to places that it shouldn’t right now..maybe later I could get her alone..perhaps we can work out a deal. If she is willing to keep this family together, I could always reward her.
Viva straightened out her dress before smiling widely and locking her eyes on me.
“I know this past year hasn’t been what we imagined, but coming here tonight and seeing our families all together, it made me realize that you can’t just sit back and pray everything works out..No..you need to put in the work. That goes for everything…your business, your friendships..your marriage.” She paused as emotion seemed to fill her eyes.
“But if you keep fighting and don’t give up..in the end, things will work out how they are supposed to.” She stated and before she could say another word, Heather stood and slammed her hands down on the table.
“You fucking bitch! So, is it true then Dave? Are you fucking her?” Heather screamed, making my eyes widen in disbelief. What the hell is she talking about?
“Heather! Sit down immediately!” I yelled, embarrassment filling me as all eyes were now on Heather and me. That’s when I watched Heather sway slightly, making me realize she was completely wasted..when the hell did that happen?
“Darling, I think you might’ve had too much to drink.” I gritted through my teeth before putting my hand on Heather’s arm and trying to pull her back into her seat.
“No, d..don’t touch me..I’ve seen the way you two have been eye fucking this whole time..” She slurred as Patricia began whispering to Logan, making my stomach tie into knots.
“Heather, I can assure you we are not sleeping together.” Viva spoke up, making me nod up and down as I felt relieved Viva was trying to clear this up.
“Bullshit, I told you that same lie for years..I know when Dave is fucking someone..I knew when he was with the others every single time!”
My eyes practically popped out of my head as a loud gasp filled the room before people began talking around us.
“Shut the hell up!” I hissed to Heather before shaking her slightly.
What was she thinking?! Yeah I slept with a few women here and there..but it was only to punish Heather..I had to do it when Viva didn’t want to have sex.
“What?! You two are divorced anyway, what does it matter?” Heather waved her hand in the air dismissively as I ground my teeth together.
I can’t believe she is that fucking stupid.
It does matter..because if Viva gets pissed off enough, she could go to a lawyer and realize that a small part in the prenup about infidelity still applies.
“Oliver, please take Mrs. King to her bedroom, she will be retiring for the evening.” I spoke quietly, trying to get control over the situation as Heather continued to yell at Viva.
New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.