Contract Marriage with My CEO Boss (Kylan and Katrina)

Katrina bustled around the living room, putting up decorations for Kylan's birthday. Her seven-month baby bump stretched her shirt, and she paused, puffing out a breath as she struggled to reach a high corner. She groaned, stretching again, but still couldn't quite manage. A familiar voice rumbled behind her, accompanied by the solid warmth of Kylan's back against hers. "I've got it, sweetheart."

She turned to see him smiling down at her, reaching up effortlessly to adjust the decoration.

"Thank you," she murmured with a smile.

He stepped back, his hands resting lightly on her baby bump. "You look amazing, by the way."

Katrina giggled and rolled her eyes. "I look like I swallowed a basketball."

He smirked, brushing his thumb over her stomach. "That's a good thing. Means Theo's growing strong."

"He is," Katrina agreed, her smile softening. Her gaze shifted as their daughter Clarence padded over carefully, clutching a cup in both hands.

"For Mommy!" the little girl chirped.

Katrina knelt, taking the cup with a warm laugh. "Thank you, sweetie."

Clarence leaned in, pressing her small hands to Katrina's belly and planting a kiss there. "Hi, Theo."

Katrina ruffled her hair. "That's your baby brother in there, sleeping."

"When will he come out?" Clarence asked, her eyes round with curiosity.

"Two more months," Katrina replied, tapping her nose playfully.

"Soon," Kylan added as he crouched beside her. "Not long now."

"Yay!" Clarence threw her arms around him. "I'm so excited!"

Kylan chuckled, hugging her back. "Me too."

The doorbell rang, pulling his attention. He stood, his brow furrowing slightly. "Were we expecting anyone?" Katrina shook her head. "No, I'll get it."

As she moved to the door, Kylan's stomach knotted with unease. "Wait, Katrina-"

But she had already opened it. A delivery man smiled at her, holding out a clipboard. "Sign here, please."

Katrina complied and accepted the package. "Thank you."

She returned to the living room and handed the package to Kylan. "This one's for you."

Frowning, he took it. "From you?"

"Nope," Katrina replied, a playful grin tugging at her lips. "Your presents are much better than mystery packages."

Kylan opened it cautiously. Inside was a photo album, and his expression darkened as he flipped through it. The pictures inside were vile: images of Isabella in revealing outfits, doctored photos of Katrina with Isabella's face superimposed, even private moments between Katrina and Kylan that had been taken from their nanny cam with Isabella's face inserted over Katrina's. His jaw clenched in rage.

"I need to go out," he said, closing the book abruptly.

Katrina frowned, concerned. "Is something wrong?"

"I just remembered something I forgot to pick up for my birthday." His voice was strained but even.

She laughed softly. "You silly man."

As Kylan left, Katrina settled on the couch with Clarence, gently stroking her daughter's hair. Fatigue overcame her, and soon both mother and child drifted off into a peaceful nap.

Unbeknownst to them, Isabella crept through the front door using a copied key. She stalked into the house, her wild eyes flitting around. Pausing in the doorway, she gazed at Katrina and Clarence sleeping on the sofa, her face twisting with a sinister smile. Quietly, Isabella entered Kylan and Katrina's bedroom. She breathed deeply, pulling Kylan's shirts from the closet and clutching them to her chest. Then, with a glint in her eye, she turned to Katrina's wardrobe. Grabbing a knife from her bag, she began slashing through Katrina's clothes with frenzied movements.

Her rampage continued into Clarence's room, where she took a small shirt, and then into the nursery, where she stroked the baby's crib and muttered incoherent phrases about "her child."

She nearly froze when she heard the front door open. Kylan stepped inside the house, a grim determination on his face.

"Hey, sweetheart," he called softly. "You okay?"

Katrina stirred awake, yawning as Clarence clung to her. "Hmm? I'm fine. Just a little nap."

Kylan's hand rested on her shoulder as he smiled warmly. "It's okay. You deserve it."

In the shadows, Isabella retreated, biting her lip to stifle a frustrated scream. She moved back to Clarence's room, hiding behind the door as Kylan teased Katrina.

"Hey, brat," he murmured, kissing her forehead.

Katrina swatted at him. "Kylan!" she protested with a laugh.

Clarence mumbled in her sleep, rolling over. Katrina smiled and cradled her daughter. "I'll take her to bed," she whispered.

Katrina carried Clarence into her room and froze at the sight of Isabella standing in the corner with a knife.

"Isabella?" Katrina gasped.

The deranged woman turned, her eyes gleaming. "I thought Kylan would bring her, but this works too." She pointed the knife at Katrina's belly. "Wake her up. Send her out." Heart pounding, Katrina gently shook Clarence awake. "Sweetheart, go to Daddy, okay?"

Clarence yawned and toddled off.

Isabella pressed the knife against Katrina's side. "This baby is mine. Kylan and Clarence are mine. You're just a whore who stole them from me!"

Kylan's voice boomed from the doorway. "Isabella, let her go."

Her head snapped up, crazed devotion in her gaze. "She's not your wife. I am!"

Kylan raised his hands. "Alright, Isabella. You're my wife. But you need to let her go. She's carrying our baby. We need her safe."

Isabella faltered, torn. "Our baby..."

"Yes," Kylan lied, inching closer. "Let her go, and we can deal with her later."

Her grip loosened slightly. Katrina seized the chance, twisting Isabella's wrist and driving the knife into her thigh. "Now, Kylan!"

Kylan roared, his fist connecting with Isabella's jaw. The fight was brutal but swift as Isabella fought back with unusual strength in her. Kylan subdued her, tying her with his belt before calling the police.

As officers carted Isabella away, Katrina sat with Clarence in her arms, tears streaming down her face.

Kylan knelt beside her, pulling her into a tight embrace. "It's over."

She nodded, her voice trembling. "Finally... it's over."

He kissed her softly. "I love you, Katrina."

She smiled through her tears. "I love you too."

~0~0~0~

Two months later, Katrina had given birth to a healthy baby boy. She smiled softly as she cradled baby Theo in her arms, his tiny fingers curling and uncurling while he let out a delicate yawn. Across from her, Clarence leaned in, her eyes wide with fascination as she giggled. "He's so tiny, Mama!"

Katrina chuckled, brushing a strand of hair from Clarence's face. "He is, but he won't stay this small forever. One day, he'll grow big like you."

Clarence beamed, standing taller at the thought. "I'll teach him everything!"

Kylan strolled into the room, a relaxed smile softening his sharp features as he settled beside Katrina. His arm wrapped protectively around her as he glanced at Theo. "That's right, Clarence. One day, your brother will be big and strong. Just like you."

Clarence clapped her hands in delight. "Yay! Can we play together soon?"

Kylan grinned. "Not yet, little one. But soon enough, I'm sure you'll have him chasing after you."

Katrina's gaze lingered on Kylan, her eyes tracing the scar on his cheek, a stark reminder of everything they had endured together. When his gaze met hers, Kylan raised a brow. "What is it, love?"

She flushed slightly. "I was just thinking about your scar."

Kylan reached out, cupping her cheek with his palm. "I'm okay, Katrina," he said softly before leaning in to kiss her.

She sighed against his lips. "I know. You did what you had to do to protect us."

He kissed her again, this time longer, his free hand tickling Theo's tiny cheek. "I'd do it all over again for you, Clarence, and Theo. You're my family."

Theo squirmed slightly, a soft whimper escaping him. Kylan chuckled, pulling back. "Speaking of Theo, I think someone's made a present for us."

Katrina laughed as Kylan carefully

took the baby from her arms and

held him close. "Your timing is impeceable, as always," she teased, opening her arms for Clarence, who eagerly climbed into her lap.

"Silly baby brother," Clarence said with a giggle.

Katrina kissed the top of her daughter's head. "You know, you were just like him once."

Clarence shook her head adamantly. "No way! I use the potty!"

Katrina laughed heartily, pulling her daughter close. "You do, my big girl. Do you love your little brother?"

Clarence nodded vigorously. "Yes, Mommy. I love him lots and lots!"

"Good," Katrina whispered, her heart swelling.

Kylan returned, Theo resting contentedly against his chest. "All cleaned up. What's this about?" he asked with a playful grin. Katrina smirked. "Clarence and I were just having a big talk, right?"

Clarence nodded. "Big talk!"

Kylan ruffled Clarence's hair. "Well, I'm impressed. Big talks are important, after all."

"Playtime now!" Clarence exclaimed, hopping down and racing toward her room.

Kylan chuckled, watching her go. "She's turning into her own little person already."

Katrina nodded. "She is. They grow so fast."

He glanced at her, his expression turning serious. "How are you feeling?"

"Good," she said honestly. "I think I've recovered completely now."

"That's a relief. I love having kids, but..." He trailed off, rubbing the back of his neck.

"But you hate the birth," Katrina finished with a knowing smile.

He nodded. "Exactly. Seeing you in pain..." He sighed deeply. "It's the worst."

She reached out, her fingers brushing his hand. "It's over now, and we've got Theo to show for it. He's worth every moment."

Kylan smiled, leaning down to press a kiss to her forehead. "I love you, Katrina."

"I love you too," she whispered, her voice steady.Upstodatee from Novel(D)ra/m/a.O(r)g

Their moment was interrupted as the front door swung open. Katrina's father Alois, her best friend Aaron, and his wife Maine with their boy bustled in, their voices filling the room with warmth. "Where's mi nieto?" her father exclaimed, rushing forward.

Kylan smiled, holding Theo up gently. "Right here, but he's sleeping, so let's keep it soft."

Clarence peeked out from her room, squealing when she saw her grandfather. He swept her into his arms, spinning her around as she laughed.

Aaron sat beside Katrina. "You're looking good, Kate. Feeling okay?"

She smiled. "Great, actually."

He leaned back. "Good. Now I can focus on hating Kylan again."

"Aaron!" Katrina rolled her eyes.

Maine laughed. "Sweetheart, you know it takes two to tango. Your best friend wanted this."

Aaron blushed. "W-Well, she's innocent!"

Maine smirked. "Far from it, right, Katrina?"

Katrina grinned. "Not even close."

"Can we not?" Kylan muttered, his ears red.

Katrina glanced at him, teasing. "Feeling shy now?"

"Yes, because your father is here," he admitted, exasperated.

Her father laughed heartily. "Come now, Kylan. It's only natural."

Kylan shook his head but couldn't help smiling. "This family, I swear."

After a round of coos and snuggles with Theo, Katrina's father and best friends eventually said their goodbyes. As the house quieted, Katrina turned to her husband. "Dinner together?" Clarence bounced up and down. "Yay!"

As Kylan played with Clarence in the living room, Katrina slipped into the kitchen to prepare dinner. She tied an apron around her waist, humming softly.

Moments later, warm hands slid around her waist. Kylan's voice was low and teasing in her ear. "You look so good in that apron."

Katrina laughed, turning her head slightly. "Hands to yourself, mister."

He kissed her shoulder, his lips brushing her skin. "How about just the apron later tonight?"

She turned fully, smirking as she kissed him. "We'll see."

Kylan pouted as he rested his chin on her shoulder, their hips swaying in a slow, rythmic pattern. He knew Katrina was just joking and that she needed to heal.

Katrina sighed as she let Kylan do what he wanted.

For now, she smiled to herself, content with her family's laughter echoing through their home.