Iris Smith had just completed law school when her parents asked her to marry Derry Scott, the most cold hearted billionaire in the City. She hated him just because she was asked to marry him and also for the fact that marrying him will mean she won't be able to practise law, which she loves most in the world aside from her family. He also hated her because he was forced to marry her. His mom died when he was young and his dad married again. His stepmom maltreated him too much making him distant, and coldhearted and never trusting anyone anymore. They start to fall in love after Derry's chief maid ensures that Iris has lunch with Derry in his office everyday. They go through so much especially with Derry's step mum always trying to bring him down. Will they endure everything and be together forever?
Iris POV
For the first time in my life I felt so much hatred for my dad.
I ran upstairs to my room and started packing my things.
"I'm going to spend a few days at my best friend, Laura's place."
I came down stairs and saw my mum trying to talk to my dad. He turned to look at me and turned and walked away to his car and drove off. He wasn't going to change his mind. His mind was completely made up and this is the first time I have seen this about my dad.
My mum came to me asking where I was going. I told her I wanted to spend a few days at Laura's place and she agreed, but told me to think about what my dad said. She felt it might not actually be a bad idea and that my dad just wanted what was best for me.
I was getting more angry so I excused myself and drove out.
I finally got to Laura's place after getting stuck in the traffic for a while.
I knocked and she opened the door and was very surprised to see me because I didn't call her to tell her I was coming.
I brought out my luggage and she was even more surprised to see it.
She opened the door and asked me to stay in the second room in her two bedroom apartment after I told her I will be spending some few days with her.
After dropping my things I came back and joined her in the living room.
She was watching a movie but paused it so we could talk. I told her we should continue the movie so I calmed down for us to talk.
We ate some pizza she ordered and watched the movie till late at night.
Derry's POV
Why does my dad always try to force me to do what he wants?
Why does he always try to tell me what to do and control my life? I always make sure to do whatever he wants for peace to reign but for this particular one I feel so angry and hurt.
We were having the usual family dinner we normally have on weekends. My dad suggested we do that every weekend with the entire family so we don't fall apart or it should serve as a way to increase the bond between us. "Bond my foot. I hated this family dinner a lot."
My stepmom and step brother always tried to say very hurtful things during this annoying family dinner and so I hated being around them so much.
My dad asked how the company was doing and as usual my stepmom tried to tell him how incompetent, I was and couldn't handle a big company like ours.
I think I have had enough for today so I stood up and turned to leave. My dad tried calling me back but I ignored him.
I was tired and needed to be away from this toxic environment.
I drove straight to the club and called my best friend Dave, who later joined me and we both drank.
We talked for a while and he asked what was wrong since he could sense my mood and I told him, I will explain everything to him later. I just wanted to think about it for a while, alone.
We continued drinking for a while and after we both stood up and decided to leave.
Iris POV
We were indoors and I was down and distracted for a while thinking about everything.
Laura realized my mood and decided that we go to the club for a while to drink and dance and have fun.
"Typical of Laura, she would want us to go to the club, whether we are happy, sad, whatever the mood was."
We both washed down and dressed up for the club. I wore one of Laura's dresses since I didn't bring anything for the club.
I looked nice and hot inside. Luckily for me Laura and I are of the same body size.
We drove to the club and sat down to drink for a while. Laura went to dance and drink while I just sat there watching people dance and listen to the music.
I thought I was going to feel better but I still kept thinking. We have been at the club for a long time so I stood up and decided to search for Laura so we went back.
I stood up and was about to turn when I bumped into a very hard chest. His cologne hit my nose hard.
I raised my head to look at him. He was very tall, extremely handsome, had nice black hair and beautiful hazel eyes and well sculpted lips. He could pass for a demigod.
Before I could open my mouth and apologise he got angry and shouted at me.
"Can't you watch where you are going? Are you blind?"
I was shocked. We are both at fault so why is he acting like a jerk. Moreover we just have to apologise and go our own way, there's nothing special about that.
"Is that the new trick you sluts are using now? Intentionally bumping into men just to get their attention?" He shouted again.
I was so furious within a twinkle of an eye I landed two slaps on him and was about to land the final one when a guy who was standing by his side held my hand.
He himself was too shocked to react.
He wasn't expecting a slap.
"Make sure we never cross paths again, because if we do I will deal with you mercilessly. I will show you the real tricks sluts use."
I said angrily and pushed him aside with all my strength. I don't even know where this strength came from.
Laura quickly held my hand and we both stepped out.
We walked to the car and she wanted to find out how I was doing, if I was okay. I told her I was fine. I already have a lot on my mind and this is nothing to worry about. I just needed to deal with him and I'm done.
We went home and I washed down and prepared for bed.
I could still smell his cologne.
It feels stuck around my nose.
Derry's POV
Dave and I were drinking at the VIP section of the club which was upstairs. After a while we decided to leave.
I stepped out of the main club and everyone gave way for me to pass.
Of course everyone is scared of me. I'm coldhearted and you dare not cross my path. To the outside world I'm a cold hearted billionaire who is selfish and doesn't care about anyone. To my family I act cold hearted as a facade to the outside world and that I'm actually weak and can't be trusted especially with the family's business.
I was about to pass when this soft body bumped into me. I looked down at her and she is the most beautiful girl I have ever seen.
Her eyes were so beautiful, her hair smelled and looked good. The dress fitted her body and brought out her curves. Her lips look very soft.
Why am I thinking that, maybe it's been a long time since I had sex with someone.
I should find someone, so I stop what I'm doing now.
I opened my mouth to talk but I ended up shouting at her instead. I didn't think before talking.
My reaction is expected of me. Everyone knows I'm cold hearted. But I don't think I wanted to treat someone like that today.
I just wanted quietness around me for once.
She slapped me so hard twice out of anger. Dave had to hold her hand before she slapped me again. Wow!! She is crazy.
I got so angry. It's the first time a lady has slapped me.
I got furious too.
She pushed me aside so hard and walked out.
I need to find her. I called someone to find information about her for me. I will deal with her mercilessly too for daring to slap me.
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