Their Marriage not Mine

CHAPTER4

Zara fell to the ground, as she continued begging.

Chris suddenly stopped approaching her.

I’ve heard enough noise for today, I came in to take my bath not to hurt you, he said, ignoring her as she lay there helpless. This time she covered herself with the towel, panting profusely and trying to process what had just happened.

“Turns out you also like cold showers”, he said.

“We can take our bath together then”, he said as he picked Zara from the floor and placed her in the bathtub.

Zara was uncomfortable as their bodies rubbed against each other.

I have what I want, whenever I want, he whispered.

“So be a good girl and corporate, else I’ll take it forcefully”.

Zara nodded helplessly.

Chris finally had his way and Zara just laid there helpless as tears continued to roll from her eyes.

Now that’s what couples do, he said as he grabbed his towel to head out of the bathroom.

Zara cleaned herself and headed back to the room. Chris was already asleep.

She laid on the couch sobbing until she finally fell asleep.

Zara’s life in the billionaire’s house was a nightmare. Whenever he wanted s*x, he got it from her without caring about her feelings.

“It’s been three months since you moved in, you should be pregnant by now”, he said as he buckled his belt.

“I should go see the doctor to be sure”. Zara said.

OK, I’ll get my driver to take you to the hospital" he said.

“Be sure to be pregnant”, he said, smiling.

“Age is not on my side anymore”, he continued as he walked out of the room.

Zara dragged herself out of bed as she prepared to go to the hospital.

Mrs Zara, you can go in now, the doctor awaits you. An attendant beckoned.

Zara stood up and found her way to the doctor’s office.

“Good day ma’am” the doctor said.

Good day doc, she answered.

“I came to run a pregnancy test”, she said. Her face looked pale.

OK, but I need you to talk to me. Is everything alright? He asked.

“Yes, I’m fine”. She said as she tried to avoid eye contact.

“I’m a doctor. I know when a patient is hiding something.

Zara began to cry as she poured out everything to the doctor.

I can’t believe this. At this age and time? He said with obvious shock in his face.

I’m so sorry to hear this, I will get the police involved, he said. He said, sounding assured.

“No, no, no please don’t, I’ll be in more danger”. She begged.

“Mrs Zara, I’m trying to help you”, he said, sounding reassuring.

“I know, but please don’t involve the police, I only opened up because I’m vulnerable and have no one to talk to”. She said, looking lost.

Please do me a favor, can I use your phone to call someone? He seized my phone” she said.

“Sure”, he answered, handing her his phone.

Zara quickly dialed her mother’s number.

“Hello”, her mom’s voice answered.

You’re a monster and I hate you for putting me in this position. I curse the day you birthed me. I wish you nothing but pain in the same way you caused me. Zara said, her voice was already breaking.

Hello, Zara, please listen to me, I can explain.

I’ve tried to reach you to no avail. I even went over to the house seriously, but he assured me that you were fine and wanted nothing to do with me.

“Hello….. Hello, Zara, say something Mrs Johnson cried.

Zara hung up the call.

“Thank you”, she said as she handed the doctor his phone.

“Who was that”? He asked.

My mom, he answered.

I’m so sorry you’re going through this, he said.

“It’s fine doc, that’s my fate I guess”.

“Can I have the results”? She continued.

“Call me David instead”, he said.

Just then, an attendant walked in.

“Here’s the result sir”, he said as he handed it over to David.

Zara sat there hoping for the worst.

I can’t imagine carrying that monster’s child, but on the other hand, he desperately needs a child and if I turn out to be pregnant, just maybe his behavior towards me would change, she thought to herself.

Doctor, please tell me the results. I'm anxious”.

It’s good news, he said.

If you’re not pregnant, it’s negative.

“Any STDs?” she asked.

“Negative”, he answered.

“Phew!” Zara let out a deep sigh of relief.

I would love to help you, David said as he looked deeply into her eyes.

“You’re too young for this, and I can understand your plight”.

I have sisters and I can’t stand seeing a woman suffer. Here’s my card. Find a way to meet me tomorrow.

We have to get you out of that s**t hole and make him pay for all he’s put you through, he said.

“Thank you doc”, she said.

David, call me David," he answered.

Just then, the driver barged into the office.

“You’ve stayed too long ma'am I came to make sure everything was fine”. He said as he looked at both of them with suspicion.

“Everything is fine”, Zara said.

“I was just about to leave,” she said as she headed for

the door.

Just as she opened the car, she saw Chris seated.

“Surprised?” He asked.