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  • Heart Of Stone – Prologue

    Heart Of Stone – Prologue

    HEART OF STONE

    Heart Of Stone – Prologue

     (..Sold•To•The•Pit•Of•Hell..)

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    By: Naomi Cindy B.

    ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

    Luminaria is a world beyond humans, a world for cruel people with magic. Heartless beings who live on power and feed insatiably on it. 

    They stomp on the weak without mercy, shed their blood with celebratory grins.

    Citizens of Luminaria are forbidden from having affairs with humans. 

    If such happens and a pregnancy occurs between a Luminarian and a human, then the child is born powerless and weak and automatically becomes a slave for sale in The Dark Room while the parents gets executed.

    Shayla grew up in one of the coldest slave cages of The Dark Room. Born of a human father and a Luminarian mother, her fate has been sealed since birth—destined to be a slave.

    Now in Luminaria, there are two ruling families. 

    The Millions—main owners of the city. They control the Grand Palace and are the most powerful beings existing. Pride is their armor, wickednes is their food, richness is their sign, and that even showed through their name. MILLIONS.

    The Spectres—second owners of the city. They were the original owners, but they weren’t as powerful. They completely lose their powers at midnight every night.

    For this reason, The Millions family snatched the city from them, and they were made second-in-command.

    The more slave a family has, the more their status elevate, and that’s why both families are the major visitors of The Dark Room monthly to compete at the auctions.

    Shayla’s sale day finally came,, her cage was dragged out for auction in the Dark Room.

    She watched the two families fight over her price, bidding hatefully with their bid-paddles, bloody voices and brutal utterances.

    For the first time in years, The Spectres won over The Millions in the auction, but just as Shayla was about to get handed over to the Spectres, there was a turnaround.

    A turnaround which reshaped her life—for worse, flinging her into the abyssal depth of darkness.

    Are you curious? I know you are.

    C’mon, let’s dive in.

    Don’t dare miss out!

    **

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  • Savage Love – Episode 9 & 10

    Savage Love – Episode 9 & 10

     

     SAVAGE LOVE

    Savage Love – Episode 9 & 10

    { …Thief Of Hearts… } 

    𝑻𝑯𝑬𝑴𝑬: 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒇𝒊𝒐𝒔𝒐’𝒔 𝑴𝒖𝒔𝒆

    GENRE: Dark Romance/Erotica 

    Tags: Mafia, Clans, Romance, Death, Secrets, S£x, Love Triangle, Jealousy, Suspense, Twists, Action, Possession, Tragedy, Unrequited Love, Sci-fi, Age Gap.

    By, Ariel Mirabel


    ••∘∘••『••✎••』••∘∘••『••✎••』••∘∘••『••✎••』 

                ✰{ 𝐈 𝐋𝐎𝐕𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔/𝐅**𝐊!! }✰

    ••MORNING»AURELIO’S SUITE••

    The rays of the sun peeked through the curtain directly at the bed as the sound of birds chirping outside could be head.

    The image of two body curled up in the sheets was what came to view. Her long hair covered her face as her chest rose and sank down slowly, indicating she was sound asleep.

    Her back was resting against a hard chest with a pair of tattooed arm wrapped around her waist securely.

    The arm gripped more tighter on her waist as he moved on the bed. That caused her lashes to slowly part.

    She stared at the wall blankly, enjoying how soft the bed was for almost two minutes before her eyes widened when she remembered what happened.

    Her attempts to escape, how she ran into him, the painful punishment he gave her and then…

    Her cheeks immediately flushed red when she remembered all the senseless words that came out of her mouth last night but she immediately frowned when she remembered the pain she felt last night.

    “I hate him even more…” She thought

    She immediately froze when she arms around her waist. Amour blinked twice with wide eyes.

    “Don’t tell me that.. He’s behind me” She thought and slowly turned.

    She almost gasped loudly when she saw it was Aurelio. He had his eyes closed as he slept peacefully.

    Amour just laid still, staring at his face while blinking. What if she stands up now and he gets angry

    She doesn’t want to experience the pain she felt last night… Even if it means becoming his puppet.

    Thousands thought were still running through Amour’s mind when Aurelio’s eyes scarily flew open that she flinched.

    Her round eyes blinked as she stared at Aurelio with her heart racing in fear. Aurelio’s eyes returned to the usual cold look before he stood up, releasing her waist.

    “Get out” He muttered, standing up from the bed.

    “That’s all what you have to say? After taking my innocence like that that’s all what you have to say? You idíot!!” Amour wanted to yelled out but she kept it before standing up

    “Argh!!” She fell part on the bed when a sharp pain gripped her down there.

    She looked at Aurelio who walked in the bathroom without sparing her a glance. Amour glared at the door as if glaring at him before she managed to stand up.

    With wobbling legs, she walked to where her clothes were laying and then picked it then wore it before leaving his room.

    ✮•✮•✮•✮

    ••DINING HALL••

    The crew were gathered round the dining table, having their breakfast while chatting.

    “This sauce is really good! Here Scythe have a taste!” Indigo pointed her spoon to Scythe.

    Vitto looked up at them.

    “Uhh” Scythe made to speak but she shoved the spoon inside his mouth.

    “Nice right?” She smiled and nodded, staring at her lips that were tainted with sauce.

    He made to raise his thumb and wiped it off but..

    “There’s sauce on your lips” Vitto immediately said.

    “Oh, thanks” She smiled and used her tissue.

    Scythe slowly brought down his hand.

    “What where you thinking!!” He scolded himself.

    “Babe, what’s wrong you’ve been moody since we woke up” Cleopatra said.

    “Nothing” Cheetah said yet her face said the opposite

    Saint smirked, clearly enjoying the look on Cheetah’s face.

    “Guys! Is it me or did I hear moans coming from Boss’s room” Saint said and Cheetah glared at him.

    “That’s true… I think Boss has texted the sweetest candy there ever is. Viper you’re the closest to him, what do you think?” Cisco turned to Viper who was eating silently.

    “I don’t know, I don’t care. It’s his private life” Viper replied and Cleopatra rolled her eyes..

    “You’re so boring…” She said.

    “Boss is someone who only knows how to kill and that’s all for him to be involved with a woman, wow! So who do you think is the lucky person” Saint grinned.

    Cheetah hit her hand on the table loudly, abruptly standing up.

    “If you guys are going to continue having this discussion, I’m out!” Cheetah snapped and walked out of the room, slamming the door hard.

    “What’s her business” Indigo muttered.

    “Isn’t it obvious? She’s into Boss” Saint chuckled.

    “Anyways, who can’t wait for Godfather’s welcome party tonight. I can’t wait to clap some good à$s” Saint licked his lips.

    ✮•✮•✮•✮

    ••KITCHEN••

    “Done, just need to get the wine” Amour said and swiftly turned but bumped on a hard chest.

    “Ouch..” She muttered.

    “I’m sorry, didn’t know you would turn” Rexton said.

    “It’s okay, was about getting Boss’s wine to complete his breakfast” Amour said.

    “Okay, just wanted to check up on you.. And Boss, was he too hard on you? I’m sorry if he was” Rexton said.

    “Oh.. Well it was foolish of me, thinking I could escape. At least I’m still alive” Amour smiled lightly before grabbing the bottle of wine.

    “Need to go and deliver Boss’s meal” Amour said.

    “Wait!” Rexton grabbed her hand.

    Amour looked at him then at the hand he was holding. She suddenly remembered Aurelio’s words

    “You’re mine and whoever touches you will díe in front of you”

    She stylishly removed his hand before facing him.

    “Have… Have I seen you somewhere before?”Rexton asked.

    “I’m not really sure” Amour said.

    “Guess it’s my imagination then” Rexton smiled.

    “I’ll take my leave” Amour smiled before leaving.

    Rexton’s gaze followed her and he smiled lightly.

    ✮•✮•✮•✮

    ••AURELIO’S SUITE••

    Aurelio was seen sitting shirtless on his couch while looking at the picture of a girl. His mind went to what happened last night and he ran his hands through his hair.

    He didn’t know she was a virgin, had it been he knew he would have thought of another way to punish her so he did what he thought could soothe the pain – Having s+x with her.

    He touched the girls face and ran his hand through her face.

    “Amelia…” He muttered. He could still remember their conversation, it was still fresh in his mind.

    ••••

    ••FLASHBACK TO 20 YEARS AGO••

    A 7 years old girl could be seen running around in the flower field while laughing merrily when a 7 years old boy could seen sitting on the swing while reading a book.

    One look at them and one will know they’re twins. From their inky black hair to the shape of their eyes and lips.

    “Aurelio… Here, a rose for you” She grinned handing the rose to him.

    “I already told you I hate flowers” Aurelio said without looking at her.

    “C’mon” Amelia pouted and sat down on his thigh.

    “Get off! You’re heavy!” Aurelio whined.

    “Have you ever thought of how it’ll be your first time of doing what mom and dad use to do?” Amelia said.

    “We aren’t supposed to know all these. We’re to young for that, I’ll tell mom you still watch rated movies!” Aurelio said.

    “No… C’mon bro.. Please” Amelia pouted.

    “If you give me your lunch for one week then I’ll think about it” Aurelio smirked.

    “Hey!!” Amelia hit his shoulder and he laughed.

    “But one a serious note, I’ve heard a girl’s first time is always precious. When we grow up don’t take a girl’s first time forcefully” Amelia said.

    “Mom!! Lia is watching weird things again!!” Aurelio shouted and Amelia blocked his mouth.

    “You promised not to tell mom!!”

    “Yeah but-“

    Aurelio immediately stopped talking when they heard a sound coming from inside.

    “What was that sound? A confetti?” Amelia asked and stood up to go and check but Aurelio grabbed her wrist.

    “No.. Don’t go, I have a bad feeling about all this” Aurelio muttered.

    “It’s nothing.. I promise it’ll be okay” Amelia winked and ran in the house.

    Aurelio felt really uncomfortable and scared as he waited for Amelia to return. 

    “No!! Not my daughter!!” He suddenly heard a scream coming from the house

    It was his mom’s voice.

    “Mom! Amelia!!” Aurelio immediately took to his heels running inside the house.

    He halted at the entrance as he saw the most painful scene he has ever witnessed.

    His mother was laying on her own pool of blood, ruthlessly butchered up. Her intestine and all her interior organs were all out.

    “Mom… Please stop” Amelia cried penetrated his ears and he turned only to see two men having their way with her. Blood filled her thighs as they raped her.

    Amelia looked at Aurelio direction with teary eyes.

    “Run” She muttered before a one eyes man shot her down.

    Aurelio stood on his spot, tears couldn’t fall out his eyes, he couldn’t scream, he couldn’t do anything. He just stood there..

    It all happened so fast that he thought it was a dream, a prank… Anything that he will soon wake up from.

    “Let’s take their corpse to Boss. He’ll really be happy to see this” The one eyed man laughed and turned to see Aurelio standing there and he immediately pointed his gun at Aurelio then shot him.

    That was all Aurelio saw… That was the end of everything of the dream life he loved and enjoyed.

    ••END OF FLASHBACK••

    Aurelio looked down at his chest to see the scar the bullet gave him was still there. It was a miracle he survived.

    20 years may have passed but he’ll never forget the face of those three men especially the one eyed

    “You three are going to pay… I’ll give you a penalty so cruel that you prefer déad than life.. Mark my words” Aurelio smirked, looking dead scary.

    A knock suddenly came up and he turned to the door.

    “Come in” 

    Amour opened the door and walked in with her face fixed on the ground.

    “Good morning Master” Amour bowed and went to drop his meal on the table

    “Your breakfast… Master” Amour said slowly.

    Aurelio looked at her before walking to the table. Amour breathed out in relief when he said nothing.

    “I’ll.. I’ll take my leave” Amour bowed before leaving the room, literally running off.

    “Gosh! He’s so scary and cold!!” Amour exclaimed.

    “But why do I always see sadness and solitude behind that cold face” Amour thought, fetching water.

    “Nah… That can’t be true” Amour shrugged

    ✮•✮•✮•✮

    ••CHEETAH’S ROOM••

    Cheetah finished applying her lipstick before looking at her reflection on the mirror. A satisfactory smile spread on her lips as she looked at her reflection on the mirror.

    “It’s been long I’ve put makeup. Almost forgot how s+xy I looked” She smiled before standing, checking out her fit.

    Unlike the usual black p@nts and jacket she uses to wear, she was now putting on a blue colored gown that exposed her s+xy legs.

    “Perfect!” She smiled before turning to the exit.

    Almost immediately, Cleopatra walked in the room

    “Oh My… Where are you going dressed yo kill!!” Cleopatra smirked.

    “Isn’t it obvious” Cheetah smiled before leaving the room.

    “What!! Finally!!” Cleopatra exclaimed happily.

    ✮•✮•✮•✮

    ••VIPER’S SUITE••

    “I don’t get it.. I’m a cook! Why do they always assign me to serve him his food” Coralyn complained till she got in front of Viper’s suite.

    She sighed before slowly knocking. If there’s anything she dislikes, then it’s serving Viper.

    It’s as if bad luck always strikes her each time she wants to serve him and she’ll always end up being clumsy, breaking things.

    The last time she cleaned his room she broke a vase and Viper was so angry he almost sacked her from her job.

    Sometimes she wonder what Ruby even sees in him.

    Coralyn knocked and turned the door knob to see it was opened.

    “Maybe he knew someone will come” She thought before opening the door and walking in.

    The room was as silent as a graveyard so she assumed no one was around.

    “Thankfully I won’t get to see his stony face” She grinned and began heading to the dining table

    Suddenly she spotted a cockroach approaching her way so she halted.

    “No.. No.. Don’t come near” Coralyn swallowed hard

    “Get away!! Please, shoo!!” Coralyn swallowed hard but the cockroach kept coming closer.

    “Get away!” She hit it off with her leg but the leg accidentally hit a jar and the jar crashed on the floor hitting the table and a small vase rolled then crashed on the floor.

    That caused the table to unbalance, and the table fell everything breakable that was on the floor. 

    Coralyn kept flinching at every crash till it stopped. She swallowed hard

    “I need to get out of here” She thought and took a step but…

    “What are you doing here?” His deep voice made her freeze. She could hear him breath and that means he was right behind her.

    “Lord please save my soul” She thought and slowly turned

    Her face paled down when she saw him standing there, stark naked as usual with water dripping of his body.

    She scanned through his body from head to toe and goosebumps run through her body when she saw his manhood

    She gets that he’s a man but is it supposed to be this long and big? It’s scary!

    “Wait why is he n+ked in front of me? Is he trying to… Do something scary?” She thought and immediately began trembling

    “I asked you-“

    “Don’t touch me, pervert!!” She shouted and threw the tray of food at him

    The hot pepperish sauce landed on Viper’s d+ck and his eyes widened like never before.

    “Fu+uccckkk!!!”

    ✮•✮•✮•✮

    ••AURELIO’S SUITE••

    Cheetah got to Aurelio’s room and knocked, before checking out herself

    “Coming!!” A tiny voice said and before she knew it Amour opened the door.

    A gasp escaped when she saw it was Cheetah and she immediately took a step back.

    “What are you doing?” Cheetah sneered.

    “I.. I…”

    “What do you want?” Aurelio’s voice sounded as he came out of his study room.

    “I came to see you, have something important to tell you. What is she doing here?” 

    “She’s my maid now. Where do you expect her to be” Aurelio said and faced Amour

    “Continue what you were doing” Aurelio said and Amour nodded before she resumed dry cleaning the floor.

    “You said you wanted to tell me something important” Aurelio said

    “Can we talk privately?” Cheetah said, glaring at Amour

    “Whatever you have to say, do it right here. I’m busy” Aurelio dipped his hands in his pocket.

    Amour occasionally looked up at them, equally curious to know what Cheetah has to say.

    Cheetah took a step forward smiling shyly as she looked down.

    “Aurelio..” She called before looking up at his eyes.

    “Actually I’ve been meaning to tell you this for a long while now but I didn’t know how you would react. Since our training days, I’ve always have something for you. You were the only one who truly understood how I felt and you were always there for me when I needed it. Aurelio, I couldn’t help but fall for you, I love you Aurelio.” Cheetah said sincerely.

    The room was silence when the heard a muffled sound. They both turned to where it came from only to see Amour fighting back her laughter while looking at them.

    She finally bursted out, laughing loudly like she heard the funniest joke ever.

    Cheetah stared at her shockingly.

                          ➪… 𝗧𝗕𝗖…➪

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  • Bad Influence – Episode 9&10

    Bad Influence – Episode 9&10

      

     BAD INFLUENCE


    Bad Influence – Episode 9&10


    (•Tainting Her Innocence•)

    GENRE: College romance 

    By, Mide L.
        ✧༺✰༻✧    ✧༺✰༻✧    ✧༺✰༻✧
                 ✮{…FRESHER’SNIGHT II…}✮
    Xavier was here. And he was watching.
    “What right does he have to tell me what to do?” she muttered under her breath, her grip tightening on Asher’s jacket. 
    “And to destroy Asher’s jacket, especially after he helped me when that jerk spilled alcohol on me? Absolutely not”
    Taking a deep breath, Hailey squared her shoulders. 
    “Let’s head back to the bonfire” she said.
    “Alright, let’s go” Asher said releasing himself from Jessa’s grip to join Hailey. 
    Together, the trio made their way back to the bonfire.
    They returned to the bonfire, the night had only grown wilder. Laughter and shouts filled the air, students hyped up on adrenaline and alcohol. The flames flickered high, over the crowd as a rowdy game of Truth or Dare unfolded in the center.
    A guy, clearly tipsy, stumbled forward, groaning as his friends roared with laughter. 
    “Come on, dude, a dare’s a dare!” someone shouted.
    His dare? Ride another guy like a horse.
    “Bro, I swear if you—”
    Before he could finish, a sudden shift in the atmosphere silenced everything. The laughter died. The chatter faded. One by one, heads turned, eyes locked on something or someone behind Hailey.
    A strange chill crawled up her spine.
    She turned slowly.
    And there he was.
    Xavier.
    Standing just a few feet away, his expression blank, unreadable but his eyes burned with something dark. Something dangerous.
    Her breath hitched.
    The firelight danced across his sharp features, highlighting the piercings on his brow and tongue as he exhaled a lazy stream of smoke. But there was nothing lazy about the way he stared at her.
    “Take it off. Burn it. Now”
    A thick silence settled over the group.
    Before Hailey could respond, Asher stepped forward.
    “Who the hell are you to order her around?”
    Xavier’s gaze flicked to Asher, his expression still unreadable, but the air around him turned colder.
    “I wasn’t talking to you” he said flatly.
    “You can’t just order her like that. That’s my jacket”
    Xavier let out a quiet chuckle, dark and amused. He took a slow drag from his cigarette, exhaled, then tilted his head slightly.
    “Exactly, more reason why she should burn it”
    The atmosphere became more tensed as Xavier took a slow step closer.
    Girls whispered excitedly, their eyes glued to him, taking in the way his black shirt clung to his lean, muscled frame, the way his tattoos peeked from under the fabric, the effortless dominance in his stance. 
    Jessa, who always had something to say, was silent for once.
    “I’m not burning it. You have no right to tell me what to do” Hailey finally found her voice.
    “That so?” 
    He took another step forward, invading her space, eyes locking on hers with an intensity that made her breath hitch.
    “You don’t get it, do you, princess?” His voice dropped lower, just enough for only her to hear.
    “When I tell you to do something, you don’t argue. You obey”
    A shiver ran down Hailey’s spine, but she refused to look away.
    Asher stepped between them.
    “Back off, man”
    Xavier let out a low chuckle, amused by Asher’s attempt to stand up to him. His gaze flicked to the jacket once more before he smirked, slow and wicked.
    “You think you can protect her from me? You have no idea what you’re dealing with”
    The fire crackled behind them, the only sound in the heavy silence that followed. All eyes were on them now, the truth or dare game long forgotten.
    Swift. 
    Effortless.
    Before Hailey could react, his fingers curled around the fabric of Asher’s jacket, gripping it with a force that made her gasp. With one sharp tug, he yanked it off her shoulders.
    “Hey!” Asher snapped, stepping forward, but Xavier didn’t spare him a glance.
    He held the jacket up, staring at it like it was something filthy, something offensive. Then, with a flick of his wrist, he threw it straight into the open fire.
    A collective gasp rippled through the crowd. The flames hungrily consumed the fabric, sparks crackling into the night as the jacket curled and blackened in an instant.
    Hailey’s breath caught. “You—”
    Xavier turned his gaze back to her, smirking.
    “Problem solved” he muttered, his voice eerily calm.
    “What the hell is wrong with you?!” Asher yelled.
    Xavier finally looked at him, bored amusement flickering in his dark eyes. 
    “Relax, pretty boy. You can buy another one”
    Hailey stood frozen, watching the last remnants of the jacket turn to ash. She should be angry. She should be yelling. But all she could feel was the weight of Xavier’s gaze, daring her to defy him again.
    Asher’s fist flew toward Xavier, fast and fueled by anger.
    It connected. A clean hit to Xavier’s jaw.
    But Xavier didn’t even flinch.
    The force barely made him turn his head, and when he did, it was with slow, amused precision. His tongue swept over his lower lip, eyes dark with something close to mockery.
    “That was cute” he said, cracking his neck as if shaking off a mild inconvenience.
    Asher’s chest heaved with rage. 
    “You arrogant—”
    Xavier was already moving towards Hailey. With zero effort, he stepped into Hailey’s space, fingers closing around her wrist like a steel vice. Before she could react, before Asher could stop him, he pulled her forward, forcing her to stumble after him.
    “Hey, let go!” Hailey protested, struggling against his grip, but Xavier didn’t slow down.
    “Stay out of this, pretty boy” Xavier threw over his shoulder.
    “Before you embarrass yourself again”he added.
    The crowd parted as he dragged Hailey away, some watching in stunned silence, others whispering excitedly. A few girls looked at how he grabbed Hailey, enviously.
    Jessa hadn’t said a word. She just stood there.
    The bonfire crackled behind them, but Hailey barely heard it over the pounding of her own heartbeat.
    Xavier didn’t stop until they reached his motorcycle, parked under the dim glow of a streetlamp. 
    Hailey yanked at his grip, but he only let go when he wanted to…when he turned to face her, his jaw tight, his piercing eyes locking on hers.
    “Didn’t I warn you?” His voice was dangerously low, sending a shiver down her spine.
    She swallowed hard. “Warn me about what?”
    His head tilted slightly, a mocking smirk playing at his lips. 
    “That I don’t want him touching you. And yet, here you are, wearing his jacket like some damn trophy”
    Hailey clenched her fists. “He was just helping me—”
    “I don’t give a damn” he cut her off, stepping closer, forcing her back against the cold metal of his bike. 
    “You don’t take things from him. You don’t let him put his hands on you. You don’t let him think he has a shot”
    She glared up at him. 
    “You don’t own me, Xavier”
    “No? Let’s see about that princess” His fingers brushed against her exposed arm and Hailey’s inside tingled.
    Xavier held out a helmet to her, Hailey hesitated.
    “Get on the bike, princess” he ordered, his voice leaving no room for argument.
    She stared at the helmet, then at him. 
    “I never said I was going anywhere with you”
    Xavier arched a brow. 
    “You think I dragged you out here for nothing?”
    Hailey’s fingers curled into her palm. She could still hear the murmurs from the bonfire, feel the weight of the stares that had followed them as Xavier pulled her away like she belonged to him.
    She took a step back, but Xavier was faster. He closed the space between them, his presence overwhelming. 
    “I won’t ask again. Get on the damn bike”
    Hailey swallowed hard.
    His fingers twitched at his side, like he was restraining himself. 
    “Don’t test me, princess”
    She snatched the helmet from his hands, glaring at him as she pulled it over her head.
    Xavier smirked, satisfied, before swinging a leg over the bike. He revved the engine, the deep rumble vibrating through her chest.
    “Get on” he said again, and this time, she did.
    The moment Hailey climbed on the bike, her hands hovered awkwardly at her sides. She refused to hold onto him, even though the thought of falling off scared her.
    Xavier glanced over his shoulder, amusement flickering in his eyes. 
    “You better hold on, princess, or you’ll be kissing the pavement”
    She clenched her jaw, hating how smug he sounded. But as soon as he twisted the throttle, the bike lurched forward, and instinct took over as her hands flew to his waist, gripping the fabric of his jacket tightly.
    She felt his chuckle vibrate through him. 
    “That’s more like it”
    The wind whipped against her face as Xavier sped down the road, the distant sounds of the bonfire fading behind them. Her heart pounded, not just from the speed but from the way his warmth seeped through his jacket, from the reckless energy that radiated off him.
    She had no idea where he was taking her, and she wasn’t sure if she wanted to know.
    Really Hailey?
    Without warning, the sky split open, and heavy raindrops crashed down on them. Hailey gasped as the cold water drenched her instantly, soaking through her clothes in seconds.
    But Xavier didn’t slow down. If anything, he rode faster, weaving through the empty streets like the downpour was nothing but a minor inconvenience. The roar of the engine and the pounding rain blurred together.
    Hailey’s fingers tightened around his waist, her body shivering against his back. 
    “Xavier—” she called but he didn’t stop. Not when the rain became heavier, not when the roads turned slick, not when the distant sound of thunder rumbled across the sky.
    It wasn’t until they reached an abandoned, half-constructed building on the outskirts of town that he finally braked, skidding to a stop. The bike rumbled beneath them for a moment before Xavier killed the engine.
    Hailey could barely catch her breath, her heart hammering from the wild ride. She shivered violently as she slid off the bike, her soaked clothes clinging to her skin.
    Xavier swung his leg over and faced her, completely unfazed by the rain. His dark hair was plastered to his forehead, water dripping from his jawline. Even like this…soaked and dangerous, he still looked infuriatingly good.
    She wrapped her arms around herself, her teeth chattering. 
    “Are you crazy?” she snapped. 
    “You could’ve—”
    ‘Keep it low, you’re shouting princess” he said entering the uncompleted building and she followed closely behind him till they got inside. 
    Xavier pulled a cigarette from his back pocket, placing it between his lips as he flicked his lighter open. The small flame illuminated his sharp features for a second before the tip of the cigarette burned red. He inhaled deeply, exhaling a slow stream of smoke into the cold air.
    Hailey clenched her fists. She wanted to ask him why did he smoke so much? What was he trying to drown out with every inhale? But she bit her tongue, deciding against it. He wouldn’t answer anyway. Or worse, he’d mock her for asking.
    Instead, she stayed quiet, watching as he took another drag, his body relaxed despite the storm outside. 
    The rain still poured, the sound heavy against the unfinished walls, but Xavier didn’t seem to care. He exhaled again, letting the smoke curl around them, then moved his gaze to her.
    Without warning, he stepped closer.
    Hailey’s breath hitched as he reached for the hem of her dress. The wet fabric clung stubbornly to her thighs, but Xavier didn’t hesitate. He gripped it, his fingers rough against her chilled skin, and slowly began to lift it.
    Hailey’s breath stuttered as Xavier pulled up the soaked fabric, his fingers grazing her thighs. Her pulse pounded in her ears, a warning she didn’t know how to heed.
    She snapped out of it, her hands shooting down to stop him. 
    “What are you doing?” she demanded, voice shaky.
    “What I should have done a long time ago?” He said and before Hailey could get what he said, Xavier’s fingers grazed her thighs, pushing her soaked dress higher. His touch was rough, sending heat spiraling through her body despite the cold.
    She gasped, hands flying down to stop him.
    “Xavier—” she started but the words never fully formed.
    Because in the next second, his lips were on hers.
    The cigarette still hung between his fingers as he kissed her, the faint taste of smoke invading her senses. It was firm, demanding, nothing soft, nothing hesitant. He didn’t just kiss her. He claimed her. Owned her. Like he was branding her with every press of his mouth.
    Hailey stiffened, her pulse a wild drumbeat in her ears. But Xavier didn’t pull back. His free hand slipped under her dress, fingers teasing up her back until they reached the clasp of her br@.
    A sharp snap and the clasp came undone effortlessly.
    Hailey breath almost seized.
    Xavier smirked against her lips before deepening the kiss, his fingers moving to cup her soft b👀bs. 
    Hailey’s mind screamed at her to stop this. To push him away.
    But her body?
    It betrayed her.
    ___
    💕TBC💕
  • Bad Influence – Episode 7&8

    Bad Influence – Episode 7&8

     

     BAD INFLUENCE


    Bad Influence – Episode 7&8


    (•Tainting Her Innocence•)

    GENRE: College romance 

    By, Mide L.
        ✧༺✰༻✧    ✧༺✰༻✧    ✧༺✰༻✧
                  ✮{…FRESHER’S NIGHT I…}✮
    Hailey walked back toward her friends, her heart still hammering in her chest. She could still feel the lingering heat of Xavier’s intense gaze, the way his smirk had sent a strange shiver down her spine. She shook her head, trying to push the memory of the encounter out of her mind.
    She reached their table and Jessa raised a brow.
    “What took you so long and where’s the book you went to get?”
    Hailey hesitated, gripping the hem of her top.
    “I, um…” She glanced at Asher, who was focused on his phone but he was paying attention to the conversation. 
    “I got caught up looking for it but it wasn’t there” she said and Jessa frowned. 
    “That’s weird. You were gone for a while. Are you sure you’re okay?”
    Hailey forced a smile. 
    “Yeah, of course”
    “Hailey come sit here” Asher invited her to the seat beside her.
    “Umm…sorry I have to go” Hailey said grabbing her backpack before rushing out of the library without waiting for a response. 
    Jessa stared after Hailey, her brows furrowing.
     “Okay… what was that about?”
    Asher exhaled, setting his phone down. 
    “She seemed off” he muttered, more to himself than anyone else.
    •••
    Xavier got into his car, exhaling a cloud of smoke as he leaned back against the seat. He twirled the cigarette between his fingers, his mind replaying the look on Hailey’s face back at the library.
    Pure innocence.
    It fascinated him. How easily she flustered, how her wide eyes revealed everything she was feeling. He had seen the nervousness, the curiosity… something she was probably too naive to recognize herself.
    He smirked.
    “This should be fun”
    Tossing the cigarette out the window, he grabbed his phone and scrolled through his messages. A few unread texts from girls who wanted his attention…none of them interesting. 
    He exhaled slowly, his fingers tightening around the steering wheel as he revved the engine. The low growl of his car filled the air, and with a sharp turn of the wheel, he sped off like a bullet.
    Streetlights blurred past as he weaved recklessly between cars, the rush of speed fueling the chaos in his veins. A driver honked furiously when he cut them off but Xavier only laughed, flipping them off without a second thought. 
    The thrill of danger, of pushing limits, was an addiction he never planned on quitting.
    A red light was sighted but he didn’t stop.
    The screech of tires, the distant shouts of pedestrians…none of it mattered. The only thing in his mind was the destination.
    Minutes later, he skidded to a halt in front of an abandoned building on the outskirts of town. Dust and gravel kicked up around his tires as he killed the engine, stepping out into the street. The place was quiet and isolated.
    Xavier ran a hand through his hair, his jaw tightening.
    Inside, two men were already waiting. They straightened when they saw him, their postures stiff, wary. He wasn’t the kind of guy you crossed without consequences.
    “You’re late” one of them whose name was Viper, muttered.
    Xavier smirked, his tongue running over his piercing before he pulled out a cigarette to smoke. 
    “And you’re still alive. Lucky you” he said and Viper became tensed.
    “Let’s get this over with” Xavier said with authority.
    The other man, Knox, a burly guy with a jagged scar running down his cheek, crossed his arms.
    “You came alone?”
    Xavier exhaled a long stream of smoke.
    “Do I look like I need backup?” His voice was calm, but there was an underlying menace that made the guy hesitate. 
    Vipee pulled out a duffel bag and dropped it on a metal table with a loud thud. 
    “It’s all there” he said, unzipping it slightly to reveal stacks of cash and a few sealed packets…probably drugs, possibly weapons.
    Xavier took a step closer. “And you’re sure you’re not trying to screw me over?”
    Knox scoffed. 
    “We know better than that”
    Xavier’s smirked. “Do you?”
    In a flash, he grabbed Knox by the collar, yanking him forward so their faces were inches apart. The room tensed instantly.
    “You see” Xavier murmured, his grip tightening,
    “I don’t like being played. And if I find out even one dollar is missing, I will personally make sure you regret ever meeting me”
    Knox swallowed hard, nodding quickly.
    Xavier shoved him back with a smirk. 
    “Good. Now, let’s finish this before I lose my patience”
    The transaction continued and no one dared challenge him because they knew what happened to people who did.
    As the last of the transaction wrapped up, Xavier’s new phone buzzed loudly in his pocket. He barely spared it a glance before pulling it out.
    The screen flashed with a name he knew all too well.
    He clenched his jaw, irritation flickering in his eyes. He already knew what the call was about, and he didn’t give a damn.
    With a scoff, he tossed the phone on a nearby crate, letting it ring. 
    “Not gonna pick that up?” Viper asked, watching him carefully.
    Xavier exhaled a slow breath of smoke, his lips curling into a smirk.
    “over my head body”
    The phone buzzed again. And again.
    His fingers twitched.
    Then, without a second thought, he grabbed the device and flung it across the room. It hit the concrete wall with a sharp crack before clattering to the floor, the screen spiderwebbing on impact.
    Silence followed.
    Viper and Knox exchanged a glance but said nothing. This is like the tenth phone he has destroyed himself, in their sight.
    Xavier rolled his shoulders, as if shaking off whatever irritation had crawled under his skin.
    “Now, where were we?” he muttered.
    Knox cleared his throat.
    “Your power bike’s here”
    Xavier’s smirk returned. He took one last drag from his cigarette before flicking it to the ground and crushing it under his boot.
    “About time”
    Knox motioned toward the back entrance. 
    “It’s parked outside. Freshly tuned, just like you wanted”
    Xavier didn’t respond immediately. Instead, he ran his tongue over his piercing, his fingers flexing at his sides. He had been waiting for this. 
    He headed towards the exit and headed opened the front door.
    There it was. His bike. Matte black and menacing just like he wanted.
    Xavier straddled the seat, his fingers running over the handlebars as a slow smirk tugged at his lips. He could already feel the rush, the thrill of losing himself in speed.
    Without another word to Knox or Viper, he revved the engine. The deafening roar sounded through the abandoned lot, sending vibrations through his veins and then he sped off with looking back. 
    •••
    NIGHT, THE BROWN’S RESIDENCE*
    Hailey stood at the sink, her hands submerged in warm, soapy water as she scrubbed the last of the dinner plates. 
    The house was quieter than usual, with only the faint sound of the television playing in the living room where Brielle was likely scrolling through her phone, barely paying attention to the show. She came an hour ago. 
    Hailey exhaled, rinsing off the plate before setting it on the drying rack. 
    Her arms ached slightly from the chores she had done all evening which are cleaning, cooking, making sure everything was in order, just as Cecilia liked.
    Cecilia won’t be coming home tonight and Hailey couldn’t hide her happy face when she told her. It meant one thing—she was free tonight.
    And more importantly… it meant she could go to Freshers’ Night.
    The thought sent a thrill through her, even as she wiped her hands on a towel. She had spent all day wondering if she’d be able to attend, but now, with Cecilia gone, the opportunity was right in front of her.
    Her lips curled into a small, excited smile.
    She just had to make sure Brielle didn’t ruin it for her.
    Taking a deep breath, she turned off the kitchen light and stepped out, ready to head upstairs. But just as she reached the staircase, Brielle’s voice called out lazily from the couch.
    “Get me a chilled water”
    Hailey clenched her jaw, resisting the urge to roll her eyes. She hated how Brielle ordered her around like she was some personal maid. 
    It didn’t help that she was actually older than Brielle by two months, yet Brielle acted like she was superior in every way.
    For as long as she could remember, Brielle had treated her like an afterthought. Bossing her around, belittling her, making sure she always knew her place in the house. 
    And after Cecilia stopped paying for her education, things only got worse. If Hailey hadn’t worked hard to pass that scholarship exam, she wouldn’t even be in college right now. Meanwhile, Brielle had everything handed to her on a silver platter.
    Hailey inhaled sharply, forcing a neutral expression on her face before walking to the fridge. She grabbed a cold bottle of water and turned back to the living room. Brielle didn’t even glance up from her phone as Hailey placed the bottle on the table.
    “There” Hailey said.
    “You could’ve at least opened it” Brielle said  rolling hers eyes. 
    Hailey’s fingers twitched at her sides. She bit her tongue, knowing that exchanging words with Brielle was pointless. Instead, she turned away, heading for the stairs without another word.
    As Hailey reached the first step of the staircase, Brielle’s voice rang out again.
    “Oh, and Hailey?”
    Hailey stopped, gripping the railing tightly. She already knew whatever Brielle was about to say wouldn’t be pleasant.
    “You’re not actually thinking of going to Freshers’ Night, are you?” Brielle let out a mocking laugh. 
    “I mean, what would you even wear? That sad little wardrobe of yours? You’ll probably be the worst-dressed person there”
    Hailey’s fingers curled into fists, but she refused to turn around. She wasn’t going to give Brielle the satisfaction of seeing how much her words stung because it really did.
    Brielle sighed dramatically. 
    “Honestly, you should just stay home. Spare yourself the embarrassment. No one will notice if you’re not there anyway”
    “And one more thing. Stay away from Xavier”
    That made Hailey glance over her shoulder, frowning.
    Brielle smirked, twirling a strand of her hair. 
    “I saw the way he was looking at you in the cafeteria. Let me give you some advice, cousin. He’s way out of your league. He doesn’t go for girls like you. And trust me, you don’t want to get on the wrong side of the girls who do”
    Hailey’s stomach twisted, but she masked it with indifference. 
    Brielle’s smirk widened. “Consider this a warning coz”
    Hailey didn’t respond. Instead she walked up the stairs, to her room.
    •••
    HILLSWORTH COLLEGE*
    Hailey arrived at school in her simple outfit. A red flowy dress that swayed gently with each step. It wasn’t extravagant, but it was her best, and tonight, that was enough.
    Just as she reached the main entrance, she spotted Jessa and Asher waiting near the gate. Jessa, dressed in a stylish cropped jacket and jeans, waved enthusiastically. Asher stood beside her, looking effortlessly put together in a fitted sweater and dark jeans, his hands tucked into his pockets.
    “You actually made it!” Jessa grinned as Hailey approached. 
    “I was starting to think you chickened out” She added.
    Hailey rolled her eyes playfully. 
    “Not a chance”
    Asher gave her a once-over, his lips quirking into a small smile. 
    “You look nice”
    A slight blush crept up Hailey’s cheeks, but before she could respond, Jessa looped her arm through hers. 
    “Come on, let’s get closer to the fire. The night’s just getting started”
    With that, the three of them made their way toward the glowing centerpiece of the event. 
    A bonfire party for the Freshmen.
    Hailey felt the warmth of the bonfire before she even reached the gathering crowd. The flames crackled, sending golden sparks into the night as students laughed and chatted around it. 
    The atmosphere was lively with music playing from nearby speakers, groups of people dancing, some roasting marshmallows, while others passed around drinks.
    Jessa tugged her along, leading her and Asher to a spot near the fire. 
    “See? This isn’t so bad, right?” she grinned.
    Hailey nodded, feeling a bit more relaxed. Maybe tonight could actually be fun.
    But just as that thought crossed her mind, a sudden splash of cold liquid soaked through the front of her dress. 
    A sharp gasp left her lips as she looked down…her dress now stained and wet. The strong scent of alcohol filled her nose.
    A burst of laughter erupted around her.
    “Oh, shit!” The guy who had spilled the drink, clearly drunk, grinned down at her. 
    “Didn’t see you there, sweetheart”
    He didn’t look the least bit sorry. In fact, his friends were laughing along with him, some whispering to each other while throwing amused glances her way.
    Hailey stood frozen, humiliation burning in her chest.
    Jessa, however, wasn’t having it.
    “You think that’s funny?” she snapped, stepping forward. 
    The guy smirked. “Relax, it’s just a drink. She’ll live”
    “You’re a pathetic excuse for a human being” Jessa fired but the guy only chuckled, unfazed.
    But before Jessa could go off even more, Hailey felt a warm hand on her wrist.
    “Let’s go” Asher said softly.
    Without another word, she let Asher lead her away from the crowd, his grip steady and reassuring.
    Jessa shot one last glare at the guy before turning on her heel and following them, muttering curses under her breath.
    As they moved farther from the fire, Hailey swallowed the lump in her throat. She had wanted tonight to be special. Instead, she just felt exposed.
    Asher stopped near a quieter area, looking down at her with concern. 
    “Are you okay?”
    She took a shaky breath. “I don’t know”
    Jessa huffed beside her. 
    “What a bunch of as$holes. I swear, if I see that guy again, I’m throwing my drink at his face”
    Hailey let out a weak chuckle, but her stomach was still twisted with discomfort.
    Asher shrugged off his jacket. 
    “Here” he said, draping it over her shoulders. “It’ll help cover the stain”
    Hailey glanced up at him, surprised by the gesture. 
    “Thanks” she murmured, pulling the jacket closer around her.
    “Let’s go back” Jessa said, tugging on Asher’s arm this time around. 
    As Hailey tugged Asher’s jacket tighter around herself, her phone vibrated in her hand. She frowned, unlocking the screen to check the message.
    A single text from an unknown number.
    • Take off that jacket and burn it. Now. Or you won’t like what happens next.
    Her breath hitched. A cold shiver ran down her spine as her grip tightened on the phone.
    She didn’t need a name to know who it was from.
    Xavier.
    Her heart pounded against her ribs. How did he even get her number? And…was he watching her right now?
    She swallowed hard, her fingers twitching against the fabric of Asher’s jacket.
    Jessa nudged her. 
    “You okay? You look like you’ve seen a ghost”
    Hailey forced a small nod, quickly locking her phone and stuffing it into her pocket.
    “I—I’m fine” she murmured, though her mind was anything but.
    Her eyes flickered over the crowd, searching, but she couldn’t spot him.
    Yet, she knew.
    Xavier was here. And he was watching.
    ___
    💕TBC💕
  • Aurora – Episode 4

    Aurora – Episode 4

     

     AURORA

    Aurora – Episode 4

    Tag; love, billionaire, s€x, tragedy 

    Warning: Stay clear from this book

    ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

    ALEXANDER POV

      I was having a drink in my mini-bar with the thought of her on my mind. Today was the deadline she was to give me feedback about my broken vessel, but no sign of her. I clenched my fist angrily.

         “Does she take me for a fool? She is messing with the wrong person”. I gulped my drink and then one of my guards came to me. ” What is it?”.

         “There is a lady here to see you”. He said and I wondered who it was.

        I never bring any of my mistresses to my house, none of them know where I live, even when they try convincing me to bring them to my house, I refuse because none of them are worth it, they are just for fun and nothing more.

        ” How does she look?”.I asked sipping my drink and he described her and I suddenly reflected on who it was.”Hmm, she finally came back”. I smirk.”Let her in”. I said and he left.

      I continued with my drink when suddenly she walked in, I was surprised by her mood, her eyes were swollen and it was obvious that she was crying, I wondered why she was sad and my mind suddenly reflected on that good-for-nothing guy she called a boyfriend. At that moment I wanted to rush to her and embrace her in my arms to ease her pain, but I had to pretend that I didn’t care.

       “You”. I was interrupted by her sudden attitude as she fell to her knees sobbing.

        ” Please you have to help me, my grandmother is dying, the doctor said she needs urgent surgery or she will die, I don’t want to lose my grandmother, she is the only family I have left, please help me, I promise to sign the contract, I will work for you, please save my grandmother, I don’t mind working for you all my life, please!”. She begged sincerely.

       I suddenly felt her pain and I hate to see her like this.

        “What happened to your grandmother?”. I asked nonchalantly.

        ” She has a blood clot in her heart. Please help me”.

       “Sure, I will help you, but on the condition that you will never go back on your words”.

        ” Yes! I won’t, I promise, anything you want me to do, I will do it”. 

         “Ok, you said it”. I sip from my drink.

          ~~HOSPITAL~~

       Some hours later, I came to the hospital with her, I paid for her grandmother’s surgery and asked the doctor to commence the treatment, she was given a book to sign while her grandmother was taken to the emergency room. I sat down watching how she was pestering around the hall looking restless, at that moment I wanted to move to her and hug her in my arms and tell her everything would be alright, but I had to hold back my pride. Another hour passed and we were still waiting, soon the emergency room code turned green and the doctor came out sweating on his forehead.

        ” Doctor, how is my grandmother?”. She asked curiously.

        “Relax! She is fine now, the surgery was successful”. He said she sighed in relief as tears fell from her eyes.

        ” Thank you so much, doctor”. she said smiling.

       “Is nothing, after the nurses are done dressing her, you can go and see her”.

        ” Ok, thank you”.

       “You are welcome, please excuse me”. he walked in my direction and gave me a handshake before he left for his office.

      I could see the excitement in her eyes as she kept thanking God, and then she turned in my direction and gave me a slight bow.

        ” Thank you”. She said firmly.

       “Don’t thank me yet, you have two days to stay with your grandmother when you are done you will come to sign the contract”. I said and she nodded

    I stared at her for a while and left the hospital.

    *******

       AURORA POV

      I was with my grandmother in the hospital bed till she came out of consciousness, I couldn’t be happier to see her alive and healthy again, after two days she was discharged, and I brought her back home.

        ” Am so happy you are back to your feet again”. I said smiling at her.

        “All thanks to you, but I am curious”. She said.

        ” About what Granny?”.

        “Where did you get the money for my surgery and for the hospital bill?”.

         ” I”. I sputtered.

        “Aurora, Where did you get the money from?”.

        ” Granny, that doesn’t matter anymore, what matters is that you are alive”.

        “No, I need to know, we haven’t paid our debt and now there is another one involved, tell me where you get the money from?”.

        ” Actually, Granny is a long story, it was my boss”.

         “Your boss? Which of them? I know you have many people you are working with it”.

        ” This one is my new boss, he offered me a job while you were sick “. I lied.

        “Oh really? What type of job?”.She asked and I could see the excitement in her eyes.

       ” Cleaning Job, I will start work tomorrow, but I won’t be coming home regularly”.

        “Why?”.

       ” Because of the distance, I will be coming home during the weekend sometimes, but not to worry, I will hire someone to take care of you”.

         “You don’t have to do that, I will be fine”.

         ” No Granny, I can’t leave you all alone in this house”.

         “Okay, if you say so, I wish you the best in your new job”. 

        ” Thank you, Granny”. I hugged her on the chair as tears dropped from my eyes.

       An hour later, I was packing my stuff when suddenly I heard noises outside our building, I took a peek from the window to see it was the people I was owed debt, I wondered why they were here so early, it was as if they all gang up to track me at my house. I freaked out and rushed to my grandmother’s room to see her sleeping soundly, I didn’t want anything that would stress her, so I locked her window and door to prevent her from hearing the commotion outside. I came out and all of them attacked me pulling my clothes and calling me all sorts of names, I pleaded with them, but none could listen to me, suddenly, I felt a hand pull me out of their midst, I was stunned to see who it was.

         “Is there a problem here?”. He asked and his voice was like a roaring lion, I could see the fear in everyone’s eyes. his presence alone commands respect and authority.

        👩 ” She owes us money and refuses to pay back”

         “Yes!”. Everyone agreed angrily.

         ” How much is the money?”. He asked as his hard gaze was fixed on them.

       I was embarrassed by what was going on as every one of them began to call the money I owed them, I was shocked by some of them adding times two of the money I owed, I couldn’t say anything, I kept quiet with my face bow to the ground.

        Some minutes every one of them left my house after he paid them all the money I owed them and he even added extra money for their troubles, there was so much excitement on everyone’s faces as they left thanking him.

         “I”. I tried to speak but I couldn’t find my voice because of the way he was staring at me.

         ” Why do you like getting yourself into trouble?”.He asked.

      I couldn’t raise my face to look at him because I was ashamed, and then my grandmother’s voice interrupted us.

        “Aurora is everything okay?”. She asked and I rushed to her quickly.

        ” Grandma, you are awake, but why did you come out, you should be resting”.

         “I was, but I heard voices that is why I came out”. She said and her gaze landed on the man standing behind us.” Who is he? Is he the boss you were talking about who hired you?”.She asked smiling as she walked slowly to meet him.”Thank you, my son, I am so happy for what you did for me and my grandchild”.She said sincerely.

    I could see the confused look on his face and he was trying to smile at my grandmother.

        “Grandma, please let’s go inside, you need to rest”. I said as I ushered her inside while  she kept turning her back to look at the man

      We got to her room and helped her lay down on the bed.

       ” Why didn’t you ask your boss to come in?”.

        “No granny, he was about to leave when you came out, just relax while I rushed to see him off”.

        ” Okay, say a very big thank you to him for me “.

       ” I will Granny, now try and sleep”. I covered her with the blanket and I went back outside to see he was already gone. I sighed tiredly. “Another debt to pay Aurora”. I went back inside to continue arranging my stuff.

    *********

         The next day, I was getting ready to go when I heard a knock on the door, I rushed to open the door to see a young elegant lady looking neat and simple.

       ” Good day miss”. She said smiling at me.

        “Good day, how may I help you?”. I asked.

       ” My name is Erica, I was sent here by Mr.Alexander to work for your Granny”. She said politely

      I was confused by the name, and I wondered who Alexander was, then her cell phone rang and she picked it up, she talked for a while and gave me the phone.

        “Hello?”. I said as I placed the phone in my ear and his voice came up and I suddenly recognized who he was.

       ” She will be in charge of taking care of your grandmother while you are working for me”. He said from the other end of the phone before I could say anything, he hung up.

        “Who the hell does he think he is”. I thought to myself angrily.

    I took the young lady in and showed her to my grandmother, and I explained everything she needed to know and the kind of food my grandmother needed to eat and to avoid, after all the explanation, my grandmother suddenly felt attracted to the girl and both started discussing. I kissed my grandmother goodbye as I rolled my luggage out of the house.

     I stood at the bus stop waiting for a cab and suddenly my mind reflected back to Charles, where could he be? His number was still not connecting, I also went to his mother’s place, I could see the sadness in her eyes not knowing where her son could be, I became restless, and I blamed myself for everything, if I hadn’t run to him for help, he would have gone missing.

       ” Please Charles, just be safe wherever you are, I miss you so much, everyone is worried, please come back safety”. I prayed silently, and a cab stopped in front of me, I entered and he drove away heading to the location I told him. Along the driveway, I couldn’t help but shed tears, my whole life would be in the hands of a monster, I began to picture the suffering I would be going through in his house, the more I kept thinking about it the more I shed a tear.

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  • He’s Dating A Physcho – Episode 3&4

    He’s Dating A Physcho – Episode 3&4

     

    HE’S DATING A PHYSCHO

    He’s Dating A Physcho – Episode 3&4

    (• Stuck With You •)

    GENRE: Romance/Comedy.

    Tags: Office, Romance, Comedy, Obsession, Unrequited love, Heartbreak and many more.

     By, Lisa (A.O)

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     ✮  INSECURE ✮

    “What is the meaning of this Camila?” Nathaniel snapped angrily.

    “The right thing” Camila replied.

    “Unlock this sh*t now.. What if I need to pee?” He ranged angrily.

    “You are right but-“

    “Unlock it already… before I really loosed it!” Nathan spatted.

    Camila shook her head crossing her head adamantly.

    “I don’t trust you Nathan…. What if you f+ck someone else” She muttered 

    “I promise I won’t… You’re really taking my love for you for granted…” 

    “I still don’t trust you… Why can’t you just go with it?” Camila insisted.

    “I’m late already…  Just this once okay?” Nathan begged and Camila sighed softly.

    “Fine, On one condition” She said,still crossing her arms.

    “What is it? Anything?” 

    “I’ll come with you” Camilla smiled.

    “Fine” Nathan said and she finally unlocked it.

    Nathaniel sighed softly.

    “Let’s go” Camila grabbed his hand,pulling him out of the restroom.

    Liam and Luna were still waiting when they got outside.

    “What took you so long?” Liam questioned his eyes darting to Camilla.

    “What happened inside? Gist me?” Luna giggled while Camila just smiled.

    Her eyes met with Liam’s own again and she quickly looked away.

    “What’s his problem really?” He thought inwardly.

    “Let’s just meet up at the SILVER HOUSE TONIGHT. We have to go” Camila interlocked their hands pulling him out of the restaurant.

    “You too!” Luna asked Nathaniel.

    “Yeah… Bye!” They both enter the car and drove off.

    “Camila will never change” Luna said as they watch them leave.

    “I know right” Liam responded.

    Luna turn to him,she crossed her arms glaring at him.

    “What?” 

    “Why did you keep staring at Camila that’s way. Don’t tell me you still like her?” Luna exclaimed loudly.

    “What if I still do? Aren’t you still crushing on Nathaniel till now” Liam answered and Luna Blinked.

    “I’m not…..” She stuttered.

    “Really now?” Liam grinned.

    “Yes. Besides that’s since Highschool. I’ve move on from him yunno” Luna rolled her eyes.

    “I see you really moved on. That’s why you never had a boyfriend for once cos you are always thinking about him” Liam teased.

    “Stop it” Luna snapped.

    “See, You can’t even deny it” Liam laughed.

    “You are just talking nonsense. See you later at SILVER HOUSE by 8. Bye!” Luna walked out. She got into her car and drove away.

    “I’m really going crazy” Liam ruffled his hair and walked out too,he ignited his engines and drove off too.

    ✮✮✮✮

    <GARCIA’S HOLDINGS>

    “Sir James team is planning to present the new project to the board already” Xavier announced and Nathaniel furrowed his eyebrows.

    “What? Why wasn’t I aware of this?” 

    “His new secretary brought up the idea. We can’t meet up.. I’m sorry” Xavier bowed lightly.

    “It’s okay…  You can take your leave” Nathaniel said and Xavier left.

    Nathaniel turn to Camila who has been staring at the window the whole time without a word.

    He walked up to her and hug her from behind.

    “What are you thinking about?” He kiss her neck and she turned to him.

    “It’s going to be 5 years today” Camila said slowly.

    “F+ck Babe. I’m sorry.. I didn’t remember. I’m really sorry we could have visited them or something,How do I make it up to you… Anything?” 

    “It’s okay..  Its only gonna bring back sad memories.. I would rather not remember” Camila sniffs fighting back her tears.

    “I’m sorry….” Nathaniel hug her, and she finally let it all out.

    “I miss them all” Camila hiccuped in tears.

    “I’m always here for you… Okay?” Nathaniel assured as she wrapped he hands around him tightly.

    ✮✮✮✮✮✮

    <LATER~SILVER HOUSE>

    Luna stepped into the rec room, a space that had been a favorite hangout spot for her and her friends for years. It was a large, airy space, with high ceilings and large windows that let in plenty of light. 

    There was a pool table in the corner, next to a bar that was stocked with all sorts of drinks and snacks. The walls were covered with framed photos of the friends, taken over the years.

    In one corner, there was a ping pong table, and next to it was a foosball table. In the middle of the room, there was a large sectional couch.

    Luna sat down on the couch and looked around the room. So many memories came flooding back to her – the hours spent playing games with her friends, the inside jokes, the secrets shared, the laughter and the tears.

    She felt a pang of sadness as she thought about how much had changed since the last time she had been here.

    She took a sip of the brandy and let the smooth, rich flavor roll over her tongue. She closed her eyes, savoring the moment and letting the memories wash over her. 

    “This place haven’t changed a bit” She smile as she rubbed a picture frame of four kids. Two boys and Two girls. She dropped it and took the second one.

    The picture of their graduation in both highschool and college,She smile and drop it.

    Her eyes caught something at a corner in the room,her eyes widened.

    “This is still here” She muttered and rushed to the Piano. She sat and started playing it slowly.

    “I can’t believe it’s still here” She giggles as she remembered when she use to play it with Nathaniel.

    Even before they became four.. She and Nathaniel as always been best friend cos apparently, their parent are besties and they want to matchmake them since they were kids.

    Only that Nathaniel never feel the same way. She never really had any chance to confess her feelings to him cos he and Camila started dating shortly after they met her (Camila) and Liam.

    She was still playing it absent minded when she heard someone clapping from behind and  she turned at once.

    “Nathaniel” She muttered as he walk to him.

    “It’s really nice to see you playing this after all these years. I’m a proud teacher” Nathaniel sat next to her and rough her hair playfully.

    “Com’on… How could I forget. It’s one of our best memories together” Luna smiled and Nathan ruffled her hair again.

    “Me too Kitten” He chuckled.

    “I can’t remember the last time you call me that… I missed it” Luna pouted. 

    Nathaniel sighed.

    “You know how Camilla can be… I don’t want her to break up with me” Nathaniel muttered.

    “Speaking of Camila… Why’s not with you? I know how clingy she can be…” Luna asked as they both walk out of the studio.

    “You don’t remember what today is?” 

    “What?” Luna said confusedly.

    “It’s their death anniversary. She want to be alone” Nathaniel mumbled and Luna gasped.

    “Oh my goodness! How could I forget such?” Luna lamented bitterly.

    “Can you believe I also forgot.. I’m the only she has left and I can’t even remember this things” Nathan said sadly.

    “It’s felt just like yesterday..  Still can’t believe they all left her at once. She almost lost it when they died….” Luna sighed and poured the brandy to a cup for Nathaniel also.

    He took it and gulp down some of the content before dropping it.

    “She feel insecure towards me thinking she might loose me someday” Nathaniel sighed.

    “You know how much she is close with Camille and her parents. She was devastated when she lost them all to a car accident….” Luna said and stood up, she walk to the bar and took another bottle,she was almost getting back to him when she tripped on something and started falling.

    Nathaniel was quick enough to grabbed her waist but they both staggered on the couch and their eyes widened at once.

    Him on top!

    Meanwhile,Camila was just coming in with Liam. The box she was holding fell willing and the beers inside it broke into pieces, her hands,shaking.

    Nathaniel and Luna quickly disengaged.

    “What’s is going on here?” Camila asked in tears.

    •

    •

    •

    TBC.

    Next Episode 

    Previous Episode 

  • Savage Love – Prologue

    Savage Love – Prologue

     SAVAGE LOVE

    Savage Love – Prologue

    { …Thief Of Hearts… } 

    𝑻𝑯𝑬𝑴𝑬: 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒂𝒇𝒊𝒐𝒔𝒐’𝒔 𝑴𝒖𝒔𝒆

    GENRE: Dark Romance/Erotica 

    Tags: Mafia, Clans, Romance, Death, Secrets, S£x, Love Triangle, Jealousy, Suspense, Twists, Action, Possession, Tragedy, Unrequited Love, Sci-fi, Age Gap.

    By, Ariel Mirabel


    ••∘∘••『••✎••』••∘∘••『••✎••』••∘∘••『••✎••』

    Amour sniffed back her tears as she watched the scene before her. Never in her life would she have imagined getting herself in this situation she currently was.

    It felt like a never ending nightmare. 

    The sound of footsteps was what rented the room, it was coming from a tall figure, his gaze never left the man that was tied down on a chair with both his hands chained down on the table

    The figure held a sharp silver colored knife in his hand, twirling as if it was his play toy, a vicious smirk playing on his lips

    Every step he took instilled fear and panic inside the man that was tied down.

    “Boss.. Boss please forgive me! I was drunk so I thought she was one of the clan’s wh0re I swear I didn’t know she was yours” The man begged like his life depended on it.

    “Which hand did you use to touch her” Aurelio spoke calmly.

    “My.. My… L-Left-“

    He wasn’t chanced to finish his sentence when Aurelio cut off his left hand completely. Blood splashed on his cheek as it began bumping out of the  man’s hand.

    “Aarrrgghh!!!” The agonizing cry from the man echoed in the room as he peed on himself.

    Aurelio turned to Amour who looked horrified with the scene she just witnessed. 

    His hands found his way to her neck and he gripped it tightly, bringing her face close to his so he could have a clear view of the terrified look on her face.

    “This.. Is just the highest level of my kindness compared to what I can do. Remember this, you’re mine! Mine to touch, mine to f*+*k, mine to do whatever I want with… No one else… But me”

    A drop of tear fell from Amour’s eyes.

    ••••

    Aurelio Giovanni is the second in command of THE DARK BULLS, one of the biggest mafia empire in Los Angeles, he’s the underboss

    He ruthless, to him “second chance” doesn’t exist in his vocabulary

    Just like air, one never knows his next move. He can be as calm as a gentle breeze but the next minute, a raging hurricane

    What happens when he sets eye on 22 years old Amour who’s just curious to discover  the world around her?

    How did both of them meet?

    What happens when Aurelio claims Amour as his possession?

    Will Amour ever escape from his déadly clutches? Or not?

    What if there’s more to it than what meets the eye?

    Find out!  ✍️.

    Next Episode 

  • Aurora – Episode 1

    Aurora – Episode 1

     AURORA

    Aurora – Episode 1

    Tag; love, billionaire, s€x, tragedy 

    Warning: Stay clear from this book

    ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

    Narrator Pov

         Aurora, came out of her room all dressed up to leave for her mini job, her grandmother was seated on the wooden chair taking a nap.

        “Grandma, am leaving, please look after yourself till I get back”. She said.

         ” Sure, try and be careful,” She said and blessed her.

         “Thank you, Grandma”. She kissed her forehead and rushed out to where her tricycle was leaning on the big tree in front of the building she hopped on it and rode it off.

        Aurora rode on the tricycle to deliver packages to people’s houses every weekend and the rest days were for going to people’s houses and offices for cleaning along with her teammate.

        She arrived at the first house and delivered her package to her and she was given a tip.

        ” That’s for you”. She said smiling at her.

         “Thank you, am grateful”. Aurora said thankfully.

         ” You are welcome”.

        “I will be on my way now”.

        “OK, have a blessed day”.

        ” And you too”. Aurora said as she hopped on her tricycle and rode off.

       Many hours later, it was getting late, Aurora was riding so fast on her tricycle, that she was overwhelmed with joy by the many tips she got from her customers today, although some were mean and flirtatious, but, she didn’t let that wear her down because she was used to it already. She continued driving on the road enjoying the cool breeze, suddenly, a car light flashed in her eyes, and she lost control of her ride and there was a clash.

         ••AURORA POV••

       I was lucky enough not to be hit by a car, whose driver in his or her right sense would drive carelessly on the road like that, I stood up and moved to where my tricycle was laying in front of the car.

         “Are you blind?”. 

    A deep muscular voice interrupted me, there was so much anger in the voice, that I raised my face to see an astonished gorgeous man In his expensive suit and it suited him so well and it doubled his handsomes. The man was tall, he had silver eyes as the light from the street reflected on him and I could take a proper view of him, his eyes were staring deadly at me, and he had a well-pointed nose and well-defined jaw that added his powerful look and his hair were brownish gold color.

         ” Cat got your tongue and please close your mouth”.

       He interrupted me again, I hurriedly went back to my senses. I didn’t even know I was drooling and salivating over his cuteness and his domineering aura seemed to scream command, I wondered who he could be that his presence could make a woman wet between her legs

        “Um”.I manage to say as I stand up facing him while holding my tricycle.

        ” You scratched my car, did you drink? or has the night suddenly clouded your eyes so that you can not see”. He said rudely.

         “That was rude!”. I blurted. “You were the one driving recklessly and you almost hit me, you should be apologizing and not shifting blame”.

        “I should apologize for wrecking my car, do you know who you are messing with?”. He retort 

       I scoffed.” As I care, you are annoying, Just because you are rich and own expensive cars doesn’t mean you can speak rudely to me, I didn’t wreck your car, you crush on me, and you should be apologizing”. I turn to leave but he grabs my hand quickly.”let go of me”. I struggled.

        “How dare you speak to me like that!”.  he yelled staring hard at me.

        ” Let go of me”. I struggled and stumbled on his feet, he groaned in pain and freed my hand.”Serve you right”. I quickly hopped on my tricycle and rode off before he could get through to me again.

       “I will get you on this”. he yelled

       That was the last word I heard from him before I disappeared from his sight. Some minutes later I was home, Grandma was worried about the late arrival.

        ” Am sorry granny, it was a busy day”.

         “But I was worried, I thought something bad had happened to you”. She said sadly.

        “Am sorry for making you worried, I promise it won’t happen again”. I apologize and embrace her on the chair she sitting on.”I will hurry and fix us dinner,”.

         ” I already prepared dinner”.

        “You did? But granny! Didn’t I tell you to stop stressing yourself about touching anything in this house, what if you fall sick again?”. 

        ” But I am fine now”.She said 

        “Please Grandma, don’t, I will do it myself, I don’t want you to stress yourself now that you are recovering”. I said and Grandma nodded her head in agreement.” Good, let me dish the food”.

        “Okay, how was work today?”

        “Great, granny, I got a lot of tips from my customers today”. I smile.

        “That’s good dear, keep it up”.

         ” Thank you, Granny”. I left for the kitchen to eat our dinner.

    ********

       ALEXANDER POV

     

      After my encounter with that girl last night, I couldn’t help but get angry for what she did to me, how dare she talk back at me, does she know who I am? I promise I will get her on this. I came to the club to ease my anger with some drinks and some girls, I was seated in the usual VIP section with ladies dancing seductively towards me, I kept drinking as the memory of that night kept ringing in my head, I couldn’t get a proper view of her figure but with her sweet angelic voice and her face, her eyes are almond-shaped and blue, with dark eyelashes, and it spark brighter like a morning star, she has a wide,  round face with a pointed chin gave a better epic of beauty, her nose is short and a little turned up at the end. She has thick, naturally curly hair that hangs a little bit below her shoulders. It’s dark brown with a few caramel-colored highlights. her heart-shaped pink lips were inviting. I can’t help but want to hear that voice again. I was still lost in thought when someone interrupted me.

        “Alexander the ladies man”. The voice teased and I raised my face to see who it was, my one and only annoying best friend, Richard.

       Richard and I have been best of friends since childhood, we do things together and we never hide secrets from each other, his father owns the biggest business ventures in the city, and is the first son among his three siblings, his father made him the CEO of his company, he had been doing perfectly okay with the company which made his family proud of him. But sometimes he annoys me, but what can I do, he has always been like that.

        ” What are you doing here Richard?”.I asked after I dismissed the ladies.

        “Come on bro, you are not the only one having fun ” He poured himself some drink.” So, what’s eating you up? You look moody tonight, did someone upset you?”.He asked.

         “I”. I pause my words as I notice a familiar face walk to where the barman was attending to some customer and she landed a kiss on his cheek as they kept smiling lovingly at each other.

         ” What are you staring at?”.Richard asked.

        I ignored him as my gaze was still on the girl I had an encounter with last night, I suddenly got a better view of her body. She was of average height with a perfectly curved body. She was wearing a bright red, knee-length summer dress, and blue canvas shoes, despite being in that outfit her beauty was out of the world, I could help but suddenly felt drawn to her, “f*ck! I need to get hold of that body. Suddenly, I felt a hit on my head.

         ” Ouch! What the hell man!”. I yelled at him and he scoffed.

         “Get your head straight up and stop drooling over a girl that’s not your type”. He said and I rolled my eyes at him angrily.

        It occurred to me that he had been observing me all this while.

        ” What are you talking about? You think I can’t get her?”.

        “Not every girl you can get to their pants, you see that girl you are drooling over, she is taken and that barman happens to be her boyfriend”. he said.

      I scoffed.” And so, with money, I can get her”. I boosted as I took a sip from my drink.

        “You think so?”. he chuckled.” listen, I was once attracted to her, but then I found out she and that guy had been dating for four years now and they love each other so much that nothing can separate them”.

        “I”. I paused my words as heard two advanced men from the other VIP section talking about the same girl 

        

       👴” That girl looks hot and tempting, I need her for a night, look at the way she swings her body”

        🧔”Indeed she is, I also like her, but since you got eyes on her first, we can both share her for a night”.

     👴”Hmm, that’s quite interesting, I will love that, but I think that Barman is her boyfriend”.

      🧔”And so, we can pay him a huge amount of money that will change his life and he will have no choice but to accept”. They laughed evilly.

    👴”Let’s take our chances then, I can’t wait to get my hands on that body”.

     🧔” Me too”.

      One of them sends one of their guards to send for the barman, not too long after, the barman comes over and they offer him a sit.

         👴”What’s your name, young man?”

       “Charles”. he replied.

    🧔” Nice name, can I ask you a question?”

         “Yes sir, is there a problem?”.

    👴” No, not at all, in short, we are going to make you a millionaire for being such a hard-working boy”.

        “Really?”. he asked excitedly. 

    🧔” Yes, we will give you a million dollars if only you agree to what we want “.

        ” Yes sir, I will do anything you want me to do, I have always wanted to live a rich life and to get my story changed, thank heavens, you two came”. 

    👴”Sure, but first of all the question we want to ask you is; who was that girl with you earlier?”.

        “Oh, that’s my girlfriend, she came to see me”.

    👴” Wow! really?”

        “Yes sir”

    🧔”You got great taste, she is so beautiful and we want her for a night “.

       Charles was shocked as he adjusted himself well on the sofa.

        👴” In exchange for the money”.

        “What? I can’t do that?”.

        👴” Why not Charles, we know she is your girlfriend but think about what a million dollars can do for you”.

       🧔”Exactly! She can also get access to the money without her knowing how”.

        “I can’t do that sir, she is my girlfriend and I don’t want to betray our love for each other”.

        🧔” Don’t be such a lover boy, I guess she doesn’t love you that much, a night will change your life, remember she can also benefit from it too”.

    👴”You are not doing anything bad, a beautiful girl like that needs a man who can take care of her needs, and I guess you are not the right man for that, we know she is only being with because she hasn’t come across a man that can sweep her off her feet, think about it”.

    🧔”Yes! Once she finds a rich handsome man, she will dump you and go after the rich one, ladies can’t be trusted”.

       “But how can I do it, she will never agree”.

       👴 ” You don’t need to tell her, we can give you something to add to her drink and she won’t remember what happened to her the next day”.

        Charles was deep in thought pondering on whether to agree to it or not.

    🧔”Think about the money Charles”

       “Promise me you won’t hurt her?”.

    👴🧔” We promise “.

        ” Okay, I will do it, but can I get half of the payment first?”.

         👴🧔”Sure”

        They brought a bundle of dollars and gave it to him, he was pleased as he placed the money in his pocket.

        👴”You will get the remaining one once the job is done, here are our cards and the drugs to add to her drink”.

         I sighed after listening to their evil conversation.

        “Well, serve her right, she is getting the taste of her own medicine for insulting me, Karma they say always has its way”. I smirk and notice Richard’s confused gaze on me.”What?”.

         “Alex! Are you going crazy? Why are you talking to yourself? Do you want me to take you to the hospital so they can run a brain scan on you”. He said and I stared hard at him, then he burst into laughter.

         ” Moron”. I take another sip from my drink as I catch sight of the guy talking to the girl.

        “How many women are you taking out tonight?”. Richard interrupted.

         ” Two, including your sister”.I frowned at him and he laughed.

         “You are so funny”. He continued laughing and I ignored him while sipping from my drink.

        

         AURORA POV

     I wondered why my boyfriend was taking so long attending to the people who sent for him, after a while he came back wearing a sweet smile on his face and he apologized for keeping me waiting, I tried asking him why the smiling faces, but he replied that it’s a surprise. An hour later, I was still waiting for him to round up from his work so we could both go home together, the bar was fewer with few people as he began to close up.

         ” I am sorry for keeping you waiting”. Charles apologized and I smiled faintly at him.

        “it’s okay babe, I totally understand”. I replied smiling at him.

        ” Sure, hold on let me get you something to drink to why away time”. He said and I smiled at him.

         “Okay, but let me use the restroom”. I stood up to leave.

        “Okay love, don’t take too long”.

         ” I won’t “.I left for the restroom, and after using the toilet for a while, I came out to dress my hair in front of the mirror, and then I went back to the bar to see Charles had already served my drink on the table.” Thanks babe”. I took a sip from the drink and he smiled at me and continued his work.

        I couldn’t help but find myself staring lovingly at him. Charles and I have known each other for three years now and we love each other so much, he has always been a helping hand to me and my grandmother and, he has always been the perfect man for me, I have prayed and wished things turn out for good for the both of us and to make our relationship stronger.

       After a while, I started yawning and feeling dizzy.

         “Love, are you okay?”. Charles asked and I nodded.

          ” I guess so”.

         “Are you sure?”.

         ” I am feeling sleepy”.

         “How about I take you to one of the rooms to take a nap before I round up everything here”.

          ” Okay, no problem”.

        He took me to one of the rooms and lay me down gently on the bed, not too long after I slept off.

       

    Next Episode 

  • The Mafia’s Deadly Devotion- Episode 55&56

    The Mafia’s Deadly Devotion- Episode 55&56

     

    THE MAFIA’S DEADLY DEVOTION

    The Mafia’s Deadly Devotion- Episode 55&56

     (..Stuck with the mafia boss..)

    By; Cherry Love F.

    “Whatever. I’m gonna have what I deserve. No matter what it takes”. Katherine smirked.

    *

    The next day, Laura entered Emily’s room and sat beside her on the bed. 

    “Em?”. She called out softly, stroking her hair and Emily stirred, then woke up.

    “Good morning ma”. Emily bowed a bit and Laura nodded.

    “What happened yesterday, dear?”. She asked. Emily pursed her lips.

    “Emily….

    “Did you know anyone named Angela?”. Emily asked and Laura blinked. Brad, that was standing near the door frame froze.

    “Angela….angela….oh, she was Rosie’s best friend but i think they had a falling out, a little misunderstanding. What’s that got to do with your mood yesterday?”. Laura cocked her head to the side.

    “A little misunderstanding?”. Emily asked again.

    “What’s with all the questions, Emily?”. Brad snapped, finally having enough.

    “Dad, did you know Angela?”. Emily retorted.

    “Exactly what your mom said”. He answered.

    “No!, You’re lying to me”. Emily screamed, getting off the bed and backing away from them. Brad was inside now.

    “We’re your parents, why would we lie to you?, Emily, can’t you see what that wicked man is doing to you, you can’t even trust us. Your own family”. Laura snapped and stood up.

    “No”. Emily shook her head. Laura sighed and looked at Brad.

    “Rosie betrayed Angela and we don’t know anything more and this matter ends here”. Brad said.

    “Angela was Angelo’s mom and because of Aunt rosie, she’s dead”. Emily spilled. Laura gasped.

    “That’s not possible”. 

    “Emily!!!”. Brad yelled and Emily flinched.

    “Brad, calm down please”. Laura whispered. “She’s just a child”. 

    “I’m not a child”. Emily retorted. Brad took a deep breath.

    “Go freshen up and go to work. That son of a bitch will not be mentioned in this house anymore, do you hear me?”. 

    Emily stayed silent. 

    “Emily. Say something”. Laura whispered to her but she still didn’t answer. Instead, she went into the bathroom.

    “She’s getting more rebellious every single day. What has this man done to my sweet Emily?”. Laura mumbled. Brad just ran his fingers through his hair.

    “This is not good. She’s not supposed to find out about anything of this. None of them should”.  He said in his mind.

    “Brad, honey, what was she saying?”. Laura asked softly. “You told me they had a misunderstanding between them and it was Angela’s fault”. 

    “That’s what it is, okay?, It’s enough”. Brad snapped, then caught himself. “Honey, don’t get worked up for no reason, okay?”. His voice turned soft and Laura sighed out.

    ANGELO’S ENTERPRISE

    Angelo was in his office checking the office records, Rachel stood across him with a tablet in her hand. She was reading out his schedule.

    “You have a meeting with the board members today, sir. Then a one hour meeting with miss Alyssa…..

    “Who scheduled that?”. Angelo’s husky voice rang out and Rachel found herself blushing.

    “Um…it was Miss Alyssa, sir”. She stumbled on her words and he nodded.

    The door opened and closed and Rachel turned, Angelo looked up and rolled his eyes at the intruder. Levi.

    “Hey bro”. Levi smirked and sat down on the sofa 20 metres away from Angelo’s chair. 

    “Sure, make yourself comfortable”. Angelo scoffed. Rachel looked at the two of them in surprise. She’d never seen anyone speak to Angelo like that before or make himself that comfortable before with Angelo. Even Carlos had never done that. At least not in front of her.

    She quickly bowed and excused herself. Levi’s gaze followed her.

    “Mh, that’s a nice aßs there”. He smirked.

    “Why are you even here?”. Angelo asked.

    “Show a little more respect. I’m older than you”. Levi scoffed.

    “I’ve got quite the way of paying my respects”. Angelo stood up and walked towards Levi. 

    “Okay, okay. I was bored, don’t threaten me now”. Levi chuckled, understanding the hidden meaning of Angelo’s words.

    MAFIA HEADQUARTERS

    The queen mother and Katherine had gone out a few minutes earlier.

    Elena was appointed to go and get some materials for the clan and blade had to go with her since haded blatantly refused to go anywhere with the ‘annoying witch’. As he said. 

    So currently, only him, Bruno and Kate and the guards were home.

    Bruno was still not comfortable with them, after the incident so he just avoided them and stayed in his room most of the time, except when Angelo came around.

    Have I said that Angelo had plans to remove Bruno from the queen mother’s clan, as in Bruno would be serving Angelo like bluey and josh. Bruno was môre than ecstatic to leave the hellhole.

    Kate sighed for the umpteenth time, she was trying to arrange her hair perfectly, just like the one in the video. If you haven’t guessed, she’s the makeup enthusiast and fashion icon.

    “Hey hey, what’s going on here?”. Hades poked his head in from the door and Kate turned instantly, in her frustration, she had forgotten to lock the door so it was ajar.

    “The braids won’t just stay”. She whined and he chuckled, coming in.

    “May i?”. He asked and she furrowed her brows.

    “Can you do braids?”. 

    “Of course, I used to do it for my little sis”. He shrugged.

    “Oh”. Kate nodded and adjusted, facing the mirror so he could help her. Hades stood directly behind her and pulled her hair into a loose bun first.

    “Dryer?”. He asked

    “My hair is dry already”. 

    “Dryer”. He repeated and she rolled her eyes before giving him the dryer.

    Kate picked her second phone and started typing away on it while Hades worked on her hair. After a while, she felt Hades not moving and looked up. Hades was just staring at her through the mirror and she met his eyes. They stayed like that for two minutes, the Kate quirked her brow questioningly.

    Hades twirled her chair to make her face him and his gaze lingered on her lips.

    “Wh-what are you doing?”. Kate mumbled and unconsciously licked her lips.

    “Fuck!”. Hades muttered and fisted her hair before he could even realize what he was doing. Kate stared at him wordlessly and that was it, his lips came crashing down on hers roughly, Kate kissed him back with the same fervour after her initial resistance and soon they were both struggling for dominance.

    Kate finally pulled away to breathe and their eyes locked, no words were exchanged, Hades carried her, bridal style to the bed and their lips were attached again.

    **

    Emily brought in the tray containing customers’ leftovers and put them into the dishwasher. Violet was sitting on the counter, her phone in her hand as usual, probably drooling over another celebrity.

    “Emily, you should try taking a break sometimes”. Violet said.

    “My break is in five minutes”. Emily mumbled and put on another apron since the last one got soiled.

    Violet rolled her eyes and focused on her phone again. 

    “Oh my…. you should see this”. Violet rushed, it was Emily’s turn to roll her eyes now.

    “No vio, I don’t want to see ‘another insanely hot male idol’”. Emily mimicked her voice and violet gasped.

    “You’re even speaking like me, that’s the spirit, bitch, come look”. She urged. Emily sighed and walked over.

    “His name is…..

    “Waitress needed at table 3”. A customer shouted.

    “I’ve gotta go”. Emily said.

    “Again”. Violet mumbled and Emily smiled apologetically. She turned to go but her hands accidentally hit the phone out of Violet’s grasp.

    “I’m so sorry”. Emily rushed, bending to pick the phone.

    “It’s o….

    “Angelo?”. Emily gasped, seeing Angelo’s picture.

    “Wait, you know him?, Hurrah!, Emily finally watches the news”. Violet mocked.

    Emily remained quiet though.

    “Earth to Emily”. Violet snapped her fingers and she blinked.

    “I have to see him….do you know where he is?”. Emily asked.

    “Calm down girl, everyone wants to see him, don’t hyperventilate”. Violet chuckled.

    “No, you won’t understand. He’ll never forgive me”. Emily shook her head.

    “What are you talking about?, This is Angelo freaking Gerald, how on Earth will you know him?”. 

    “Can you give me his address, please?”. 

    “It’s useless, the security is really tight and you can’t see him without an appointment”. 

    Emily bit her lips in frustration. Her fingers in her hair.

    “What’s going on, Emily?, You’re scaring me”. Violet mumbled. 

    Emily stopped. “I just need to see him, just once and I’ll explain everything to you, please”. 

    “Fine. The address is 100 xxx…. I’ve tried going there before but i wasn’t lucky, don’t say i didn’t warn you”. Violet said.

    Emily quickly scribbled down the address and thanked her.

    On her way out, she bumped into her manager.

    “What the hell?, You were suppose to be on duty”. The woman said angrily.

    “I’m sorry”. Emily rushed and ran out.

    The manager looked at violet but she only shrugged.

    “Get to work!”. The manager yelled and kate nearly tripped.

    Angelo’s enterprise*

    Angelo was in a meeting with the board of directors, he stood in front of them with his one hand in his pocket. His jacket had been removed a while ago and his sleeves rolled up to his elbow.

    Levi was on his phone but he was listening to what Angelo was saying and nodding silently.

    ** 12pm

    Emily paid the cab driver and took a deep breath. She was standing outside the company. The sight alone was making her nervous, everything just screamed extravaganza and she was becoming even more unsure of herself every ticking second.

    She walked over to the gate and the security men stopped her, looking at her with judgy faces.

    “Who are you?”. One asked.

    “Emily. Emily adams”. She replied. “I’m here to see Angelo”. 

    “ID card?”. 

    Emily showed them the ID card.

    “Are you here with an appointment?”. Another asked and she shook her head.

    Shouldn’t this be the work of the receptionist or personal assistant?

    “We can’t let you in”. The third man said, he was buff.

    “You don’t understand, i need to see him….i know him personally”. Emily argued.

    “Everyone says the same thing… should we also believe them?”. The first man scoffed.

    “And besides…. what would sir Angelo be doing with you, he’s got class”. The buff man sneered.

    “Can i see him just this once, please?”. 

    “Please leave here”. The second man said.

    “I can’t”. Emily refused.

    “Don’t make us force you”. The first man said.

    “No, I’m not going anywhere. I need to see Angelo”. 

    “Can you be any less desperate?, Everyday, a new girl comes and claims to be his girlfriend or his friend. I don’t even understand these girls, I’m even ashamed on their behalf. So please leave before we stop being nice”. The buff man scoffed.

    “What’s going on here?”. A voice interfered and they all turned. It was Rachel.

    She was standing beside Emily but at a distance and she was holding an Americano in her hand for Angelo.

    “She insists on seeing the boss, even without an appointment”. The first man explained.

    “What’s your name?”. Rachel asked.

    “Emily Adams”. 

    Rachel eyes nearly widened.

    ‘So this is THE Emily adams?’. She said in her head.

    Once, Rachel had seen Emily’s identity details in a file in Angelo’s office. Carlos had dropped it there for him. That was the day Emily started working at the cafe.

    “What do you want?, I’m his personal assistant”. Rachel said, flipping her hair. Anyone could easily denote the proud tone in her voice. Everyone except Emily.

    The girl was just too naive sometimes.

    “I just want to speak to him even if it’s five minutes”. Emily mumbled.

    “You’ll have to tell me what it is or I can’t help you”. Rachel frowned.

    “It’s sort of personal…..

    “This is a waste of time. Do your job guys”. Then she went inside.

    Emily slapped her forehead.

    “Is Carlos here?”. She asked.

    “No, step aside”. The second man said. They were impatient now.

    “But i…..

    (First man: Finn, second: Clark, third: Benjamin)

    Finn had enough and opened the gate, but instead of letting Emily in, he grabbed her by the hand and started pulling her.

    “Let me go”. Emily yelled but he didn’t budge.

    “You’ll be treated like those other girls that don’t listen”. Finn glared, then pushed her to the foor. Her arm grazing against the concrete as she fell. Emily winced at the impact and the blood that followed.

    “Now stay there”. He ordered. 

    Emily glared at him but she knew doing anything there would be really stupid so she remained silent.

    “If i don’t apologize to him, I’ll never be able to live with myself and I’ll keep coming here everyday till I’m able to meet him”. Emily uttered.

    “Get a life, slut”. Finn sneered and walked away.

    Tears welled in Emily’s eyes and slowly they began to slip. 

    ‘I’m so pathetic, weak and stupid’. She mumbled.

    Meanwhile the fourth security guard, Jasper videoed everything. He was the youngest among all of them.

    *A diner*.

    Alyssa checked her wristwatch again, Angelo should have been there thirty minutes ago.

    “We can’t keep waiting for him, you know?, He might still be in a meeting”. Carlos said.

    “So we’ll cancel our plans!?”. She scoffed.

    “Not necessarily, let’s make it a date. Angelo’s probably not coming….

    “What if he comes and sees us…

    “Then I’ll take responsibility, our relationship won’t remain a secret. Now, enough talk about Angelo, let’s focus on us. This is our date now”. Carlos said seriously and Alyssa smiled.

    “I love it when you act this way”. She grinned.

    “Really?, How about we go test that out now, you will be talking the way i love”. Carlos wriggled his brows and Alyssa gasped.

    “You’re so naughty”. 

    8pm

    Emily yawned and stood up, feeling dizzy from bending for that long.

    Well, first day was a flop. And she’s gonna try again tomorrow. A car suddenly parked beside her and the driver wound down his glass. Bryan.

    “Emily?, I’ve been looking for you all day”. He said.

    “Oh hi, Bryan”. Emily waved tiredly.

    “What are you doing here anyways?”. Bryan asked.

    “No-nothing”. She shook her head.

    The gate of the Enterprise finally opened and Emily was smart enough to recognize Angelo’s car.  He stopped, one of the security guards was talking to him, Emily decided to use the opportunity to run over there.

    “Emily”. Bryan called out but she wasn’t even listening.

    Emily finally met up just when Angelo was about to start driving, she stood in front of his car. Finn and Benjamin jumped into action, quickly seizing her hands, Emily struggled with them but they were stronger. They started moving her away from Angelo’s car till she was exactly forty metres away.

    Bryan saw what was going on and rushed out.

    “Leave her alone”. He yelled.

    “She wanted to meet the boss, didn’t she?”. Finn scoffed, gripping her hand tighter.

    “Angelo!”. Emily shouted.

    No response!.

    “Angelo, i know you can hear me, please say something”. Emily said.

    Inside the car, Angelo’s gaze remained neutral as he watched Emily struggle with them. Rachel frowned slightly watching Emily’s drama and looked at Angelo, her voice softening.

    “I feel really bad for her”. She pouted, if Angelo heard her, she didn’t know but he didn’t react, his eyes just didn’t leave Emily.

    “Angelo, I’m really sorry!”. Emily said.

    “Emily, what the hell are you doing?, Move away from there”. Bryan gritted.

    “Oh just don’t move away”. Rachel said in her mind.

    Angelo wound down his glass again and tipped his head out.

    “Move out of the way or I’ll run you over and i don’t care about the consequences”. His icy voice resounded and the men immediately left Emily and shifted for their dear lives but she didn’t move. 

    Angelo sat down back and Rachel glanced at him apprehensively. Then he started reversing the car, everyone looked at him in surprise, even Bryan was too stunned to move. Then Angelo accelerated to 100km/hr.

    Literally everyone in the one dived to avoid getting killed. The speed was maddening.

    Everyone except Emily.

    In five seconds, he would run her over but she didn’t move and he wasn’t ready to move.

    Four seconds.

    Three seconds.

    Even Rachel gulped, at this rate, he would kill all three of them. 

    Two seconds.

    One second.

    Then boom!. 

    Emily’s heart stopped, Finn and Benjamin fainted and then Rachel and Bryan screamed.

    “No!!!!!!. Emily don’t die on me”. Bryan cried. The car’s speedometer quivered at 100km/hr and Emily’s world slowed down.

    .

    Next Episode 

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  • The Mafia’s Deadly Devotion- Episode 55&56

    The Mafia’s Deadly Devotion- Episode 55&56

     

    THE MAFIA’S DEADLY DEVOTION

    The Mafia’s Deadly Devotion- Episode 55&56

     (..Stuck with the mafia boss..)

    By; Cherry Love F.

    “Whatever. I’m gonna have what I deserve. No matter what it takes”. Katherine smirked.

    *

    The next day, Laura entered Emily’s room and sat beside her on the bed. 

    “Em?”. She called out softly, stroking her hair and Emily stirred, then woke up.

    “Good morning ma”. Emily bowed a bit and Laura nodded.

    “What happened yesterday, dear?”. She asked. Emily pursed her lips.

    “Emily….

    “Did you know anyone named Angela?”. Emily asked and Laura blinked. Brad, that was standing near the door frame froze.

    “Angela….angela….oh, she was Rosie’s best friend but i think they had a falling out, a little misunderstanding. What’s that got to do with your mood yesterday?”. Laura cocked her head to the side.

    “A little misunderstanding?”. Emily asked again.

    “What’s with all the questions, Emily?”. Brad snapped, finally having enough.

    “Dad, did you know Angela?”. Emily retorted.

    “Exactly what your mom said”. He answered.

    “No!, You’re lying to me”. Emily screamed, getting off the bed and backing away from them. Brad was inside now.

    “We’re your parents, why would we lie to you?, Emily, can’t you see what that wicked man is doing to you, you can’t even trust us. Your own family”. Laura snapped and stood up.

    “No”. Emily shook her head. Laura sighed and looked at Brad.

    “Rosie betrayed Angela and we don’t know anything more and this matter ends here”. Brad said.

    “Angela was Angelo’s mom and because of Aunt rosie, she’s dead”. Emily spilled. Laura gasped.

    “That’s not possible”. 

    “Emily!!!”. Brad yelled and Emily flinched.

    “Brad, calm down please”. Laura whispered. “She’s just a child”. 

    “I’m not a child”. Emily retorted. Brad took a deep breath.

    “Go freshen up and go to work. That son of a bitch will not be mentioned in this house anymore, do you hear me?”. 

    Emily stayed silent. 

    “Emily. Say something”. Laura whispered to her but she still didn’t answer. Instead, she went into the bathroom.

    “She’s getting more rebellious every single day. What has this man done to my sweet Emily?”. Laura mumbled. Brad just ran his fingers through his hair.

    “This is not good. She’s not supposed to find out about anything of this. None of them should”.  He said in his mind.

    “Brad, honey, what was she saying?”. Laura asked softly. “You told me they had a misunderstanding between them and it was Angela’s fault”. 

    “That’s what it is, okay?, It’s enough”. Brad snapped, then caught himself. “Honey, don’t get worked up for no reason, okay?”. His voice turned soft and Laura sighed out.

    ANGELO’S ENTERPRISE

    Angelo was in his office checking the office records, Rachel stood across him with a tablet in her hand. She was reading out his schedule.

    “You have a meeting with the board members today, sir. Then a one hour meeting with miss Alyssa…..

    “Who scheduled that?”. Angelo’s husky voice rang out and Rachel found herself blushing.

    “Um…it was Miss Alyssa, sir”. She stumbled on her words and he nodded.

    The door opened and closed and Rachel turned, Angelo looked up and rolled his eyes at the intruder. Levi.

    “Hey bro”. Levi smirked and sat down on the sofa 20 metres away from Angelo’s chair. 

    “Sure, make yourself comfortable”. Angelo scoffed. Rachel looked at the two of them in surprise. She’d never seen anyone speak to Angelo like that before or make himself that comfortable before with Angelo. Even Carlos had never done that. At least not in front of her.

    She quickly bowed and excused herself. Levi’s gaze followed her.

    “Mh, that’s a nice aßs there”. He smirked.

    “Why are you even here?”. Angelo asked.

    “Show a little more respect. I’m older than you”. Levi scoffed.

    “I’ve got quite the way of paying my respects”. Angelo stood up and walked towards Levi. 

    “Okay, okay. I was bored, don’t threaten me now”. Levi chuckled, understanding the hidden meaning of Angelo’s words.

    MAFIA HEADQUARTERS

    The queen mother and Katherine had gone out a few minutes earlier.

    Elena was appointed to go and get some materials for the clan and blade had to go with her since haded blatantly refused to go anywhere with the ‘annoying witch’. As he said. 

    So currently, only him, Bruno and Kate and the guards were home.

    Bruno was still not comfortable with them, after the incident so he just avoided them and stayed in his room most of the time, except when Angelo came around.

    Have I said that Angelo had plans to remove Bruno from the queen mother’s clan, as in Bruno would be serving Angelo like bluey and josh. Bruno was môre than ecstatic to leave the hellhole.

    Kate sighed for the umpteenth time, she was trying to arrange her hair perfectly, just like the one in the video. If you haven’t guessed, she’s the makeup enthusiast and fashion icon.

    “Hey hey, what’s going on here?”. Hades poked his head in from the door and Kate turned instantly, in her frustration, she had forgotten to lock the door so it was ajar.

    “The braids won’t just stay”. She whined and he chuckled, coming in.

    “May i?”. He asked and she furrowed her brows.

    “Can you do braids?”. 

    “Of course, I used to do it for my little sis”. He shrugged.

    “Oh”. Kate nodded and adjusted, facing the mirror so he could help her. Hades stood directly behind her and pulled her hair into a loose bun first.

    “Dryer?”. He asked

    “My hair is dry already”. 

    “Dryer”. He repeated and she rolled her eyes before giving him the dryer.

    Kate picked her second phone and started typing away on it while Hades worked on her hair. After a while, she felt Hades not moving and looked up. Hades was just staring at her through the mirror and she met his eyes. They stayed like that for two minutes, the Kate quirked her brow questioningly.

    Hades twirled her chair to make her face him and his gaze lingered on her lips.

    “Wh-what are you doing?”. Kate mumbled and unconsciously licked her lips.

    “Fuck!”. Hades muttered and fisted her hair before he could even realize what he was doing. Kate stared at him wordlessly and that was it, his lips came crashing down on hers roughly, Kate kissed him back with the same fervour after her initial resistance and soon they were both struggling for dominance.

    Kate finally pulled away to breathe and their eyes locked, no words were exchanged, Hades carried her, bridal style to the bed and their lips were attached again.

    **

    Emily brought in the tray containing customers’ leftovers and put them into the dishwasher. Violet was sitting on the counter, her phone in her hand as usual, probably drooling over another celebrity.

    “Emily, you should try taking a break sometimes”. Violet said.

    “My break is in five minutes”. Emily mumbled and put on another apron since the last one got soiled.

    Violet rolled her eyes and focused on her phone again. 

    “Oh my…. you should see this”. Violet rushed, it was Emily’s turn to roll her eyes now.

    “No vio, I don’t want to see ‘another insanely hot male idol’”. Emily mimicked her voice and violet gasped.

    “You’re even speaking like me, that’s the spirit, bitch, come look”. She urged. Emily sighed and walked over.

    “His name is…..

    “Waitress needed at table 3”. A customer shouted.

    “I’ve gotta go”. Emily said.

    “Again”. Violet mumbled and Emily smiled apologetically. She turned to go but her hands accidentally hit the phone out of Violet’s grasp.

    “I’m so sorry”. Emily rushed, bending to pick the phone.

    “It’s o….

    “Angelo?”. Emily gasped, seeing Angelo’s picture.

    “Wait, you know him?, Hurrah!, Emily finally watches the news”. Violet mocked.

    Emily remained quiet though.

    “Earth to Emily”. Violet snapped her fingers and she blinked.

    “I have to see him….do you know where he is?”. Emily asked.

    “Calm down girl, everyone wants to see him, don’t hyperventilate”. Violet chuckled.

    “No, you won’t understand. He’ll never forgive me”. Emily shook her head.

    “What are you talking about?, This is Angelo freaking Gerald, how on Earth will you know him?”. 

    “Can you give me his address, please?”. 

    “It’s useless, the security is really tight and you can’t see him without an appointment”. 

    Emily bit her lips in frustration. Her fingers in her hair.

    “What’s going on, Emily?, You’re scaring me”. Violet mumbled. 

    Emily stopped. “I just need to see him, just once and I’ll explain everything to you, please”. 

    “Fine. The address is 100 xxx…. I’ve tried going there before but i wasn’t lucky, don’t say i didn’t warn you”. Violet said.

    Emily quickly scribbled down the address and thanked her.

    On her way out, she bumped into her manager.

    “What the hell?, You were suppose to be on duty”. The woman said angrily.

    “I’m sorry”. Emily rushed and ran out.

    The manager looked at violet but she only shrugged.

    “Get to work!”. The manager yelled and kate nearly tripped.

    Angelo’s enterprise*

    Angelo was in a meeting with the board of directors, he stood in front of them with his one hand in his pocket. His jacket had been removed a while ago and his sleeves rolled up to his elbow.

    Levi was on his phone but he was listening to what Angelo was saying and nodding silently.

    ** 12pm

    Emily paid the cab driver and took a deep breath. She was standing outside the company. The sight alone was making her nervous, everything just screamed extravaganza and she was becoming even more unsure of herself every ticking second.

    She walked over to the gate and the security men stopped her, looking at her with judgy faces.

    “Who are you?”. One asked.

    “Emily. Emily adams”. She replied. “I’m here to see Angelo”. 

    “ID card?”. 

    Emily showed them the ID card.

    “Are you here with an appointment?”. Another asked and she shook her head.

    Shouldn’t this be the work of the receptionist or personal assistant?

    “We can’t let you in”. The third man said, he was buff.

    “You don’t understand, i need to see him….i know him personally”. Emily argued.

    “Everyone says the same thing… should we also believe them?”. The first man scoffed.

    “And besides…. what would sir Angelo be doing with you, he’s got class”. The buff man sneered.

    “Can i see him just this once, please?”. 

    “Please leave here”. The second man said.

    “I can’t”. Emily refused.

    “Don’t make us force you”. The first man said.

    “No, I’m not going anywhere. I need to see Angelo”. 

    “Can you be any less desperate?, Everyday, a new girl comes and claims to be his girlfriend or his friend. I don’t even understand these girls, I’m even ashamed on their behalf. So please leave before we stop being nice”. The buff man scoffed.

    “What’s going on here?”. A voice interfered and they all turned. It was Rachel.

    She was standing beside Emily but at a distance and she was holding an Americano in her hand for Angelo.

    “She insists on seeing the boss, even without an appointment”. The first man explained.

    “What’s your name?”. Rachel asked.

    “Emily Adams”. 

    Rachel eyes nearly widened.

    ‘So this is THE Emily adams?’. She said in her head.

    Once, Rachel had seen Emily’s identity details in a file in Angelo’s office. Carlos had dropped it there for him. That was the day Emily started working at the cafe.

    “What do you want?, I’m his personal assistant”. Rachel said, flipping her hair. Anyone could easily denote the proud tone in her voice. Everyone except Emily.

    The girl was just too naive sometimes.

    “I just want to speak to him even if it’s five minutes”. Emily mumbled.

    “You’ll have to tell me what it is or I can’t help you”. Rachel frowned.

    “It’s sort of personal…..

    “This is a waste of time. Do your job guys”. Then she went inside.

    Emily slapped her forehead.

    “Is Carlos here?”. She asked.

    “No, step aside”. The second man said. They were impatient now.

    “But i…..

    (First man: Finn, second: Clark, third: Benjamin)

    Finn had enough and opened the gate, but instead of letting Emily in, he grabbed her by the hand and started pulling her.

    “Let me go”. Emily yelled but he didn’t budge.

    “You’ll be treated like those other girls that don’t listen”. Finn glared, then pushed her to the foor. Her arm grazing against the concrete as she fell. Emily winced at the impact and the blood that followed.

    “Now stay there”. He ordered. 

    Emily glared at him but she knew doing anything there would be really stupid so she remained silent.

    “If i don’t apologize to him, I’ll never be able to live with myself and I’ll keep coming here everyday till I’m able to meet him”. Emily uttered.

    “Get a life, slut”. Finn sneered and walked away.

    Tears welled in Emily’s eyes and slowly they began to slip. 

    ‘I’m so pathetic, weak and stupid’. She mumbled.

    Meanwhile the fourth security guard, Jasper videoed everything. He was the youngest among all of them.

    *A diner*.

    Alyssa checked her wristwatch again, Angelo should have been there thirty minutes ago.

    “We can’t keep waiting for him, you know?, He might still be in a meeting”. Carlos said.

    “So we’ll cancel our plans!?”. She scoffed.

    “Not necessarily, let’s make it a date. Angelo’s probably not coming….

    “What if he comes and sees us…

    “Then I’ll take responsibility, our relationship won’t remain a secret. Now, enough talk about Angelo, let’s focus on us. This is our date now”. Carlos said seriously and Alyssa smiled.

    “I love it when you act this way”. She grinned.

    “Really?, How about we go test that out now, you will be talking the way i love”. Carlos wriggled his brows and Alyssa gasped.

    “You’re so naughty”. 

    8pm

    Emily yawned and stood up, feeling dizzy from bending for that long.

    Well, first day was a flop. And she’s gonna try again tomorrow. A car suddenly parked beside her and the driver wound down his glass. Bryan.

    “Emily?, I’ve been looking for you all day”. He said.

    “Oh hi, Bryan”. Emily waved tiredly.

    “What are you doing here anyways?”. Bryan asked.

    “No-nothing”. She shook her head.

    The gate of the Enterprise finally opened and Emily was smart enough to recognize Angelo’s car.  He stopped, one of the security guards was talking to him, Emily decided to use the opportunity to run over there.

    “Emily”. Bryan called out but she wasn’t even listening.

    Emily finally met up just when Angelo was about to start driving, she stood in front of his car. Finn and Benjamin jumped into action, quickly seizing her hands, Emily struggled with them but they were stronger. They started moving her away from Angelo’s car till she was exactly forty metres away.

    Bryan saw what was going on and rushed out.

    “Leave her alone”. He yelled.

    “She wanted to meet the boss, didn’t she?”. Finn scoffed, gripping her hand tighter.

    “Angelo!”. Emily shouted.

    No response!.

    “Angelo, i know you can hear me, please say something”. Emily said.

    Inside the car, Angelo’s gaze remained neutral as he watched Emily struggle with them. Rachel frowned slightly watching Emily’s drama and looked at Angelo, her voice softening.

    “I feel really bad for her”. She pouted, if Angelo heard her, she didn’t know but he didn’t react, his eyes just didn’t leave Emily.

    “Angelo, I’m really sorry!”. Emily said.

    “Emily, what the hell are you doing?, Move away from there”. Bryan gritted.

    “Oh just don’t move away”. Rachel said in her mind.

    Angelo wound down his glass again and tipped his head out.

    “Move out of the way or I’ll run you over and i don’t care about the consequences”. His icy voice resounded and the men immediately left Emily and shifted for their dear lives but she didn’t move. 

    Angelo sat down back and Rachel glanced at him apprehensively. Then he started reversing the car, everyone looked at him in surprise, even Bryan was too stunned to move. Then Angelo accelerated to 100km/hr.

    Literally everyone in the one dived to avoid getting killed. The speed was maddening.

    Everyone except Emily.

    In five seconds, he would run her over but she didn’t move and he wasn’t ready to move.

    Four seconds.

    Three seconds.

    Even Rachel gulped, at this rate, he would kill all three of them. 

    Two seconds.

    One second.

    Then boom!. 

    Emily’s heart stopped, Finn and Benjamin fainted and then Rachel and Bryan screamed.

    “No!!!!!!. Emily don’t die on me”. Bryan cried. The car’s speedometer quivered at 100km/hr and Emily’s world slowed down.

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