Wife to Mr popular

Episode 1

Bethel's Pov:

My sound sleep was disrupted by the sound of my phone ringing, not even my alarm. What the heck?

I ignored it and let it ring to an end, but it began ringing again and I groaned out of sleep and reached for the phone which was on the head of the bed.

I opened my bleary eyes to check out the caller and noticed it was Nicole. Huh? Why the hell's she calling me this early? Or is she tryna tell me.me to get ready for . school?

I sat up tiredly on the bed and picked the call.

"Bethel!" She screamed immediately and I flinched.

What the heck is wrong with her?

"Oh, my gee! Don't tell me you're still asleep. Are you for real?" She beamed and I buried my fingers into my hair.

I still. Couldn't get her point.

"What're you..."

"You're missing out, Bethel. Oh my gee! Ryan's back! My greatest superstar is back! Turn on the TV, Bethel. Hurry up. They're showing his arrival at the airport!" She spoke with so much enthusiasm and I scoffed.

"Nicole...was this really the reason you woke me up?" I asked.

"Well, of course, Bethel. Everyone's watching it. Oh, my! He's so cute. I can't wait to go for his concert tonight. The entire city will be there" she enthused.

I rubbed my eyes and sighed.

"You're crazy, Nic" I told her and dropped the call.

Gosh! I can't believe this lady woke me this early just to inform me of Ryan's return.

If not for the fact she was my best friend and we've been friends for eight years now, I'd have gotten mad at her.

I reached for the TV remote and turned on the flat screen TV in my room and indeed, they were showing a live video of Ryan returning at the airport. Wow!

Oh! And Lady K was with him.

Ryan was the most popular, young and wealthiest pop up musician, not just in the country, but in the continent as well.

The whole country worshipped him like a god as he was admired by many.

I heard people don't get to touch him except for his family and he was also the heir to the Winthrop Enterprise, although he had step siblings.

He's dreamy and his mere presence around ladies makes them collapse at times.

As young as he was, he's won over ten awards and the country gave him a name - The country's Pride.

He's the only American musician that's brought such honor and pride to his country. As a matter of fact, he has a special day in the country and that's 12th April.

On every 12th April, there's to be a public holiday and it'd be used just to celebrate his name.

He's really become a king.

He's the richest idol in the continent - wears the most expensive dresses, the more valuable jewelries, drives the latest cars and I heard he doesn't wear a cloth more than once. But I also heard he's rude and hot tempered and finds it hard to forgive; although it doesn't do a thing to his fame. People still adore him.

For four years now, he's been staying in Georgia city, but he's just returned here in Dallas and it's been the talk of the whole city.

I heard he owns two mansions in Georgia - where one is among the top three most expensive buildings in the country.

He owns one in Kentokie and two here in Dallas.

As young as he was, he was a bastard billionaire.

But, I also heard one annoying thing about him - he was a flirt.

Hm. I guess you might be wondering how I got to know all these about him.

Well, like I said, he's more of a god over here and everybody loves him.

Although, he's dreamy and all that, but...I can't fangirl over him like the other ladies do and that's because I already have a boyfriend.

Yup! I do.

I stood up from the bed and decided to get ready for school since Nicole already acted as my alarm today.

Ryan's arrival at the airport was . still being shown at the airport, but I left it and walked out of the room.

I climbed down the stairs into the sitting room and met one of the maids - lana - doing some clean up.

"Good morning, ma'am Bethel" she greeted in obeisance as I entered the sitting room.

"Good morning, Lana" I replied and walked over to the dining which was behind the sitting room.

A refrigerator was behind it and I opened it and brought out an apple, taking a bite.

"Lana" I called as I sat on one of the chairs in the dining.

Lana turned from the sitting room and looked at me.

"Did mummy come home last night?" I asked.

"Yes, ma'am. She did. But she left very early this morning, saying she had something important to attend to" she replied and I rolled my eyes.

She always have more important things to do - things that are more important than me.

Well, I guess I should do a little introduction myself.

I'm Bethel Cyrus 19 years old and the only child to my single mother.

I attend one of the best High School in the country and I'm already in my final year.

I have no idea who my father is; mum never talked about him.

And my mum...sometimes, I forget I even have a mum.

Although, she's filthy rich and provides everything I need - makes sure I get the best of life and all that - but she doesn't have time for me. She's always busy.

She returns home late at night when I'm already asleep and leaves very early the next morning even before I'm awake.

Sometimes, I only get to see her once in three days.

As a result, I'm usually lonely; but thanks to Nicole who tries to.to keep me company at times.

After consuming half of the apple, I kept the remnant on the table and left for my room so I could take my bath.

I got into my room, changed into a towel and went into the bathroom, laying in the bath tub afterwards.

I enjoyed the warm soapy water in It and when I was done, I came out and returned to the room.

The TV was no longer showing Ryan at the airport.

Oops! My phone was ringing on the bed.

I hurried to it and discovered it was Jackson calling.

Awwn! I blushed in a smile.

Well, Jackson was my...you know? Boyfriend.

"Hey" I said breezily on the phone as I sat on the bed.

"Hey; bae. Wata up?" He asked in that cute romantic tone of his.

I love it when he calls me bae.

"I'm fine and you? " I replied.

"I'm cool. So, you getting ready fro school?" He asked.

He was already in college.

"Yeah." I replied, still smiling.

"Okay. Um...I was wondering. Will you be changed to come over to my place when you're done from school? It's important" he asked and I itched my head.

Well, what will I be doing at home?

"Sure. I'll be there" I replied and felt him smile.

"Okay; bye. Love you" he said and ended the call before I'd reply with an I love you too.

I smiled and stared at the screen for a while. Then, I dropped it on the bed and went to the wardrobe to get my school uniform.

But, I kind of wonder why Jackson wants me to see him at home.

After putting on the dashing school uniform which was a short high waist skirt and purple long sleeve, I went for my purple stockings and black sneakers and brushed my dark hair in front of the mirror.

I let the hair fall freely on my shoulders and applied a light brown lipstick on my lips.

Wow! I admired myself in front of the mirror. I was looking as pretty as ever.

Well, it's not like I'm being boastful or something; it's just that everybody says I'm uniquely beautiful.

I had white sparkling eyes and a kind of small face - which fitted me though.

But the main thing that drives people crazy is my shape.

Yeah, even my mum tells me I've got the best shape.

My butts were very big and my boobs - big and firm.

My waist was slim and narrowed down to my big butts, giving it a perfect figure 8 - like they call it.

Our uniform which was a short high waist skirt wasn't helping matters either as the high waist made my butts more attractive.

Over half of the ladies in school envied me because I was the only girl who drew that much attention to herself. All the boys have been crazy over me and even if I keep singing it to them that I'm in a relationship already, it still doesn't stop them from running after me.

Well, it isn't my fault, is it? I didn't create myself.

After primping myself up and making doubly sure I was ready to go, I took my pink designers school bag and sauntered out of the room.

TBC.

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Episode 2

Bethel's Pov:

I got to the dining where breakfast had already been served for me and I sat and ate. It was bagel and cream cheese.

It was so boring eating alone but I was already getting used to it, since mum had the habit of not staying at home.

Sometimes, I wish my life was a little different from this.

After consuming half of the meal, I stood up and left; walking out to the parking lot where my driver was already waiting for me.

"Good morning, ma'am Bethel" he greeted as I approached the black van.

"Good morning Josh" I replied cursorily and walked in, taking the back seat.

He got into the driver's seat and took off.

I brought out my phone to while away time before getting to school.

The driver turned on the car's fm and the channel that was tuned was talking about Ryan.

Perfect.

I tucked my hair behind my ear and tried listening to what they were saying. Well, what else could they say?

🎬it's really a pleasure to know Ryan's back in Dallas - his home town. At least, the country's pride is now here with us🎬 the presenter said

🎬 Yeah. I mean, I'm so excited. Even my little girl was dancing when she heard the news🎬 someone else said and another laughed.

🎬 I really can't wait for his concert. I have a feeling the entire city will be there🎬 the one who has laughed said.

🎬 yeah. It's not something anyone would want to miss. Ryan Winthorp live on stage🎬

🎬 It's gonna be a blast🎬

I sighed and took my eyes back to my phone. Geez! His pictures were all over the net.

I can't believe this. Ryan, Ryan, Ryan everywhere. Can't they think of someone else?

I rolled my eyes and logged in to my inbox to reply some messages.

After a while, we arrived at Royal High School and when the driver had stopped the van, I opened the door and stepped out.

"Bye ma'am" he said to me as I came out and I is waved at him and proceeded to my classroom.

As I walked along the premises, the whole school kept buzzing with the news if Ryan's return. Each student I came across were all in pairs and groups, taking about Ryan while going through his pictures on their phones.

👥 He's so cute!

👥 I wish I get to touch him at the concert

👥How on earth will you touch him? Do you plan to turn into a ghost?

👥 Oh! Ryan, I wonder who his girlfriend could be. If I were her, I'd kill my own father just to make sure I don't lose him.

Geez!

I rolled my eyes and tried ignoring all the buzz but couldn't as the entire building was filled with Ryan's name.

I took the stairs and following the right route, I finally got to my classroom.

Okay; now this is more wierd.

As expected, every student in the room were grouped and paired, talking about - Mr Popular.

I sighed and walked into the class and Nicole who was already waiting for me on our seats, waved at me even before I got there. We were actually seat mates.

"Hello girlfriend" she beamed when I got there and sat in front of her.

She wasn't really on her seat, but was on the seat in front of mine and she sat, facing me.

"Hi" I rolled my eyes and said, remembering how she disrupted my sound sleep because of Ryan.

"Come on, B, don't tell me you're still angry over that little issue. You should be happy I woke you up." She said, pouting her pretty lips.

"indeed. You're so annoying, Nic" I told her and she smiled.

"Whatever. By the way, aren't you glad Ryan's back? I mean, you're gonna be in the same state with Mr popular" she said ecstatically.

"Like I'll get to touch him, or its gonna add anything to my life" I replied.

"You're so funny, Bethel. You act like you don't like him, but deep down, you're ready to kill for him" she said with a teasing look.

"FYI, I already have a boyfriend" I bragged, showing my ring less finger to her.

"That anonymous boyfriend of yours? You're not in love with him, Bethel. You're only in love with love" she said and I hit her on the shoulder.

"Are you crazy? Stop speaking gibberish, okay? I love Jackson with my whole heart" I told her and she rolled her eyes with a 'whatever'.

"By the way, Bethel; hope you'll be going along with me to Ryan's concert? I've gotten a ticket already" she said and I scoffed.

"I'm not going. You can find someone else" I replied.

But of course that was a lie. I mean, what will I be doing all alone at home?

"Come on Bethel; are you kidding me? The entire city will be there. You're coming with me no matter what!" She said with a playful frown.

"Oh! Really? Well, I'd love to see you try".

She opened her phone and started going through his pictures.

"Oh! Bethel; he's so dreamy! I wish I'd be able to attend his home coming party at his house tomorrow. Too bad it's strictly on VIP invitations" she said wistfully.

'He's holding another party tomorrow?" I asked

"Oh! Not really him, but his mum. She's holding a special party to celebrate his return. You know, she treasures him a lot".

"He's her only child, right?"

"Yeah. And the heir to the Winthorp incorporated. Although, his step siblings have their eyes on it".

"How did he even end up in a polygamous family? I heard his mum betrayed her best friend which was Mr Winthorp's first wife by sleeping with her husband and getting pregnant with Ryan".

Three girls who were beside us suddenly turned and looked at me and that was when I realised I had been a bit loud.

I rose my brows a them and they looked away and continued with what they were doing.

Yeah, whatever.

"Well," Nicole started in a lower tune now.

"That's what the rumours says. Currently, Mr Winthorp has two wives and five kids - two girls from his first wife, one boy from his second wife which is Ryan's mum, and one boy and a girl from his third wife. And they years stay together in the Winthorp mansion.

"Woah! That's crazy" I flinched.

"Yeah. And how It all started; his first wife was unable to give him a son. She went through a hard time getting pregnant in the first place and when she gave birth, it turned out to be a girl. Mr Winthorpe decided to exercise a little patience and she took in again but when she gave birth, it turned out to be a girl again. This time around, he lost his patience and he was a flirt and that's the reason his children are also flirts.

"So, Ryan's mother was a friend to his first wife and according to the to the rumors, she's always had her eyes on the Winthorpe wealth. So, Mr Winthorp approached her and she fell for him and boom! She got pregnant with Ryan who became Mr Winthorp's first so.

"As a result, she demanded for a legitimate position and Mr Winthorp had to get married to her. That way, Ryan became his first legitimate son and the heir to the Winthorp incorporated

"But after a short time, it became known that Mr Winthorp had a mistress who was pregnant for him. She gave birth and it turned out to be a son and also being desperate, she made Mr Winthorpe get married to her and that is how he ended up having a total of three wives and now, the Winthorp family is on fire"

"On fire?" I cut in and she nod

"You know the Winthorp incorporated is the richest company in the US. They deal in the UK buildings and marketings of real estate. Now tell me, who wouldn't want to be the heir of such fortune?

"Although, Ryan's the first legitimate son of Mr Winthorp and the rightful heir to the company, his other siblings are trying to make sure they take the position from him. So, they're all at loggerheads with each other"

"So...they're all competing for the company?" I asked, folding my hands.

Immediately, the ABC girls walked in and all eyes diverted to their direction as they walked in stylishly.

They were the most troublesome bullies in school and were best of friends and as a result of their names - Alma, Blair and Cheryl - they were nicknamed the ABC girls.

They walked in with Blair in their middle and stopped at a group of four girls who were talking about Ryan and going through his pictures.

Blair snapped the phone from them and the girls gasped.

"Blair, what are you doing?" One of them asked as she opened her eyes wide in surprise.

She tried collecting the phone from Blair, but she giggled and didn't let her.

"Can you imagine? They're actually looking at Ryan's pictures" Blair said teasingly as she showed the phone to Alma and Cheryl beside her.

"Seriously, I wonder why they're wasting their time dreaming on something that can never be theirs" Alma said blatantly and Blair shrugged.

"Well, that's none of your business. Give me back my phone" the owner of the phone cried.

"You know, if I were you, I wouldn't even bother going to his concert because he might just end up being rushed to the hospital the moment he sees your face" Cheryl said and bursted into laughter with the rest.

The girl was already crying.

"Seriously Blair, hand it back" another girl said and Blair kept the phone on the floor and walked away with her crew.

They came to where Nicole and I were seated and stopped.

"Hey puppy, you're on our seat" Cheryl said with asperity, referring to Nicole and that was when Nicole remembered she wasn't on her seat.

"Oh!" She mouthed and stood up with her books.

"Well, that doesn't make her a puppy" I said to them as Nicole returned to her seat next to me.

"Oh! Look who's talking" Alma said with a scoff.

"Mummy's little girl. I wonder if your mother got pregnant on her own" Cheryl said and I sprang on my feet.

"What did you just say?" I asked in a blazing tone and Nicole held my hand, trying to placate me.

They chuckled and took their seats which was in front of mine.

I looked at them loathfully and was about dragging Cheryl's hair when the English Language teacher walked in and everyone settled on their seats.

But I still remained standing, staring at the three animals in front of me.

"Good morning, Mrs Lee" the students greeted uniformly as she took it stand in front of the class.

"Bethel, come on, please" Nicole whispered to me, holding my hand and immediately, she dragged me down to my seat.

Oh, God!

I swear, I'm gonna smack these ladies in the face.

"Good morning, students; how was your night?" Mrs Lee asked as she adjusted her medicated glasses on her eyes.

"It was fine Mrs Lee" few of the students mumbled a reply and she commenced teaching.

*

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We had two more classes after hers and it was time for lunch break.

Immediately the last teacher left the class, the class became a little noisy as students started trooping out.

ABC also stood up and I stood up with them and went to stand in front of them.

"The next time you talk such trash about my personal life again, you're going to wish you never had a tongue" I said to them - Cheryl in particular - and already having my bag with me, I started walking away with Nicole scuttling behind me.

I heard them laugh but didn't bother to look at them.

"Seriously, those girls are becoming something else" Nicole said as we headed for the canteen together.

"Well soon, I'm gonna shut them up for good" I replied, still feeling a little angry.

*

We entered the canteen and ordered for some snacks and when the break was over, we returned to the class for further lectures.

We received three more classes and the bell went off for school over and that was so piquant. I mean, I was going to see Jackson.

"Don't forget to get ready for the concert, Bethel. You know we need to go on time so we can be close to the stage when Ryan will be performing" Nicole enthused as she accompanied me to where my driver was already waiting for me.

"You talk too much, Nicole" I said, itching my ear and she laughed.

"So...are you really going to see Jackson at home?" She asked and I nodded with a smile.

"But Bethel, are you really sure about this Jackson guy? I mean, you don't even know anything about his family".

"Well, that's because we just started dating less than a month ago" I replied and she sighed.

"Well, I don't know; I just kind of feel weird about him. Why does he want you to come over to his house anyway?" She asked as we finally got to where my van was.

"How am I supposed to know? He just wants me to come over" I replied and tucked my hair behind my ear.

"And you feel comfortable going to his house alone?" She asked and I shrugged.

Okay; why's she trying to make me feel nervous?

"Please Nicole, I need to go now. Jackson's a nice guy. So, stop having negative feelings about him" I told her and she sighed and gave me a side hug.

"just be careful, okay? And don't forget to get ready for the concert in time".

"Sure, bye" I replied her and after waving at each other, I got into the van and my driver took off.

TBC.

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Episode 3

Bethel's Pov:

I gave my driver the location of the house and as I sat art the back seat headed there, he suddenly called me as if he knew I was thinking about him.

"Hey" he called and I breathed out softly.

"H...Hey. um...good day" I replied, unexplainably feeling twitchy.

"How're you bae? You're done from school already?" He asked and I nodded like he could see me.

"I'm on my way now" I told him and could tell it litted him up.

"okay dear. I'm waiting. Stay safe okay?"

"Sure. Bye"

and I dropped the call.

I brushed my fingers into my hair and staredstared through the window as a drove pass by big buildings, people and trees.

Nicole's words suddenly flashed into my head.

I don't really know much about Jackson. I mean, I just met him a month ago and he seemed really nice.

He asked me out and I accepted, but Nicole thinks I did the wrong thing.

Well, you won't really blame me. I don't know a single thing about love or being in a relationship. Mum is too busy to even give such attention to me. I'm always very lonely and just need someone to show me love and care.

But Jackson looks like a really great guy.

I exhaled deeply and shrugged off the thoughts. I'm sure with time, I'll get to know more about him.

*

We finally got to our location and the driver pulled over in front of the white dazzling two storey building. I opened the van and came out with my bag.

"You can go on, Josh. I'll be fine" I said to my driver and he nodded and took off.

I adjusted my skirt and went ahead to knock on the gate. I knocked twice before the 'gate boy' opened up for me.

"Hi. I'm here to see Jackson" I told him as he stood staring at me.

"Oh! You're Bethel right?" He asked and I nodded.

"Please come in. He's been waiting for you" he added and let me in.

I stepped in and ran my eyes around the dazzling house. Nothing's changed.

Well, I've been here before -just once. But the first time I did, the gate boy wasn't there.

Wondering why I'm calling him gate boy? Well, he's too young to be called a man.

I walked closer to the house and knocked on the door and he opened up immediately, putting on a blue Jean, white sleeve and flying jacket.

"Hey" he called with a smile as his pretty eyes beamed.

I smiled back at him.

"You're here already. Please come in" he said and ushered me into the house.

"So, how was school today?" He asked.

"Same as always." I replied as I entered the exquisite living room and sat on a couch, dropping my school bag beside me.

"Oh! That sounds boring" he said with a chuckle and sat beside me,, throwing his hand around my shoulder.

"Anyway, thanks for coming".

"Yeah. Are your parents at home?" I asked.

"Nope. They've gone to work already" he replied.

"Really? Where do they work?" I asked again and he sighed

"That's not important. Don't pester yourself with it. I'll be right back" he said quickly and stood up, not giving me a chance to say something.

I exhaled lightly and tucked my hair behind my ear. Maybe I should just let it go.

I reached for the TV remote and turned on the flat screen TV in the room.

Perfect! One of Ryan's musical video was being played.

I folded my hands and rolled my eyes before settling to watch.

Well, I must admit; he's a pretty good dancer and of course, he looks really handsome.

Jackson came in not long after with a bottle of red wine and two glass cups and sat beside me again.

"Did you miss me?" He asked as he kept the wine on the small table in front of us and tried opening it.

"You wish" I replied with an eye roll and he laughed.

He opened the wine and after decanting it into the two glass cups, he handed one to me.

"Thanks" I told him as I collected the drink from him and took a sip.

Hm. Refreshing.

I took my eyes back to the TV which was still about Ryan and kinda enjoyed the song being played.

"You're also a fan?" Jackson asked, pointing to Ryan and I shrugged.

"kind of; maybe" I replied and he laughed.

"That's a funny reply, you know? I mean, you aren't sure if you like him or not?" He asked and laughed again.

Well, that's one thing about Jackson. He laugh and smiles alot.

"Well, I do like him but...I don't like drool on him like the crazy ladies do" I stated and he scoffed.

"Wow! Really? I guess that's my baby gilr" he said and wrapped his hand around my shoulder and I smiled.

"Will you be going for his concert tonight?" I went ahead to ask.

"Huh? No; I'm not a girl" he replied.

"And what are you talking about? Girls aren't the only ones who..."

"I know; I just don't wanna go. It's pointless" he cut me off.

"Don't you like him?" I asked.

Why should I?" He said under his breath and I flinched.

"You don't like him?" I repeated more keenly and he sighed.

"Just forget about it Bethel. I have no business with him. By the way, how're you coping with your mum?" He asked, trying to change the topic and I shook my head.

I wonder why he's acting that way towards Ryan.

"She's fine" I replied in a low tune and drank from my glass again.

He didn't say anything for a while and I turned and looked at him to be sure he was still with me.

"Bethel" he called and held my right hand.

"There's something I need to tell you".

I dropped my drink on the table and adjusted properly to face him.

"Okay. What is it?" I asked curiously, waiting for an answer.

He also dropped his glass on the table and held my both hands.

"Bethel" he called, staring into my eyes.

"Don't you think it's time?" He asked and I furrowed my brows in confusion.

What's he talking about?

"Time for what?" I asked, not having a flick about it.

He bent his head and sighed and the next time he lifted his head he kissed me.

Whaaaaat?

My eyes dilated in surprise as I fred my hands from his and pushed him away.

"Jackson" I called as I unlocked from the kiss, my heart beating rapidly.

Why did he do such a thing? I mean, I know he's my boyfriend, but I wasn't ready for a kiss.

I tried standing up, but he held me back and pushed me backwards, making me lie on the chair.

What?

Next, he came on top of me and tried kissing me again

"Jackson stop it. Let go of me" I said as I struggled with him, but he weighed me down and went for my lips.

Oh, God!

What's he doing?

Jackson?