Shadows of lies

I have always love the view of the city , but today it seems uninviting with a mere backdrop with emptiness that has covered my chest . I look at the glittering views with lack of interest . This place has a lot of sad memories that will keep hunting me . This isn't what I bargain for , I thought everything was gonna be fine without her!

The sharp pain on my chest seem like a constant reminder , will this pain ever go?

Will I ever free, will I ever get to love again?

"Ahhhh Maya"! I shouted and kicked the walls.

"Maya, the memory of her raven hair beauty, bright smile and innocent green eyes still lingered".

"It echoed in my mind like a mantra, a bittersweet memories of my ex wife flash through my mind , overshadowed by the image of her ".

The gentle rustle of papers and the soft humming of my assistant's voice created a peaceful Melody in me.

"I could see how happy he is today , just like someone that won a lottery. Good for him , as I stare at him with a pair of blue piercing eyes.

"Since she left , I have been suffering from lack of sleep and been haunt by my cruel past. Everyone seems to blame me for the divorce ."

He remembered vividly , their wedding day was the talk of the Town. The billionaire Playboy falling for the free spirit artist. The media and the public were captivated by their love romance.

"She was my everything"!.

"I looked at the Platinum wedding band , the symbol of our love, I still can't believe I refused to let it out from my hand, it still a constant reminder of our fairytale wedding and the disastrous marriage that had followed.

It has been six months since their divorce and the wound still feels fresh.

Behind him, the opulent office, with it sleek line, polished marble and contemporary art speak of wealth and power.

The aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafted through the air , forcing him to turn around and face the day. Yet his mind seem to drift away back to his past .

"Alex, you meeting with the investors is scheduled to take place in ten minutes". His assistant, voice was gentle but firm , breaking the spell that had hid me captive and bringing me back to to reality.

As I turn to leave , my eyes caught the beautiful painting on the wall. A beautiful piece she had made for us during our beautiful time together .

I felt a surge of determination through my veins.

"I will do everything possible to win your love back again Maya . I can't imagine living without you my love ". He said while his gaze fell upon a beautiful picture of their wedding , which he had kept on his table in his office.Maya's radiant smile and sparkling eyes seemed to mock him now, a reminder of what he had lost. He felt a pang of regret and longing, wondering what he could have done differently.

" I thought I was strong and independent untill this minutes. I haven't been turned down or be heart broken before , rather I was the playboy here , I get any woman I want without much stress . I know I got the charm to seduce the opposite gender and not only that , I got lots of money and wealth . I have always gain the respect from my friends as I was seen as a hard playboy . All my life , I don't really know what it felt like to be rejected by a woman you love. I haven't love any woman before expect my mom . I was that handsome sexy looking and powerful guy.

The moment Maya came into my life , everything changed .

Back then during my childhood days , I have always been referred to as that weird kid in my class .

All this weired attitude was as a result of always yarning for the love and care of a father figure, but it wasn't possible as I had to live my boring life with my mom who was an overbearing mother. My childhood home was always troubled. My neglectful father was a successful businessman, he was always absent, chasing deals and wealth, while my mom was a socialite, who is more concerned with appearances than her son's well-being.

She always loved living her life to the fullest than stressing herself being a housewife . my father seems not to notice her at all or care as he was always busy with business deals.

Mom was a definition of a beautiful looking woman with her charming ocean blue eyes and a seductive smile . All thank's to her I got some of her looks. Mom was young and sexy , she doesn't even look like her age , I guess she has been taking her skin care routine very serious.

When I was sixteen , I got to discovered the true reasons why my daddy was always busy and not usually at home.

Mom cheated on him with her ex and when Daddy discovered that , he decided to distance himself from her and me.

I had to pay for what I don't know about just because , my look remind him of mom.

As a result, i learned to rely only on my own, becoming self-sufficient and driven from a young age. I threw muself into studies and extracurricular activities, earning top grades and recognition.

However, this came at a cost. As I tend to developed a deep-seated need for control and validation, often prioritizing my business pursuits over personal relationships. I became ruthless in my dealings, crushing anyone who stood in my way.

Despite my tough exterior, I still have a soft spot for those in need, often using my wealth and influence to help those less fortunate.

My relationship with Maya was the first time I allowed myself to be vulnerable, and her departure has left me reeling. Now,I am faced with force to confront the demons of my past and the mistakes I have made in my relationship with maya.

"I will do whatever it takes to win Maya back".!

Little did he know that Maya was also about to make a decision that will change everything.