Kelly's PovI'm so grateful for what Artemis and Daymon did for me but I haven't figured out why they are hiding from those people. “What could be their reason?” I finally saw the light out of the tunnel as I took the last step out of the bush. It has been a horrible experience in the bush; I still can't imagine how they are coping; another day in there, I might pass out.As I got out of the forest, I saw the guys Artemis and Daymon were running from. I paused and took a deep breath, my silent prayer was for them not to approach me, not to talk of them asking me any questions.I looked away from their side and pretended like I didn't see them, it was so unfortunate they saw me before I escaped “damn it!”I tried to quicken my pace, but my legs felt like lead. I could feel their eyes on me, and I knew I had to think fast. I didn't want to put Artemis and Daymon in danger, but I also didn't want to be caught by these men.“Hey, young woman!” one of them called out. “Wait up!” I could
Kelly's Pov One of the men moved closer to me with his 0alm wide open like he was about to lay his hands on me.“No, just let her be. I'm still in a good mood” the boss said. “Answer the question like I want before I lose it”“I didn't see anything aside from those things I mentioned,” I said again.“Where are they?” one of the men growled, his eyes scanning my face. “Tell us where those useless things are hidden, Artemis and Daymon where are they?”“Who is Artemis and Daymon?” I asked,d looking as serious as I could. “I have never met any Artemis and Daymon outside this place, not to talk of the forest where a man can barely survive,” I lied.“Are you sure, you're being serious and not lying to us here?” The man asked with a stern face.He stared at me for a few seconds and shook his head. “You're a liar. I'm so sure you saw those people but you don't want to tell me, but I will ask you one more time. Did you see a lady and a young man in the forest?”I shook my head, trying to th
Author's POV As soon as Daymon showed Kelly the way out, he decided to hang around the forest to know if she was going to betray them or not. He stood there as he watched Kelly converse with the men, hoping she was not going to say anything about them.“Please let me go” Kelly pleaded “I have missed the road with my colleagues and I don't even know if I would ever find my way out of here soon without any help before the goes dark”“ So what you trying to insinuate with all these chit-chat?” One of the men asked Kelly.“I won't mind you helping me out if here if possible” Kelly answered him with a calm voice.“You want us to help you?” The man repeated, “Do you want to die?”Kelly moved back in shock, knowing so well that those people could kill her if she tried any shit with them. “I'm sorry if my words met the wrong side of you but please just let me go, I will find my way out”“It is useless killing anybody right now,” The leader said. “Our main focus here is finding those people
Author's POV “ Did you see what I was talking about?” Michael yelled at James. “We haven't gone Into the forest; a big snake is already appearing to us; what if we enter deep into the forest? What are we going to encounter?”“Spare me that crazy things you're spilling out of your mouth Micheal; you don't want to go into the forest; you just wanna stay out here lazing around when our boss sent us out on a mission, you lazy ass!” John replied Micheal angrily “Oh, so I'm the only lazy ass here?” Micheal smirked. “The same person who wants to go into the forest to confront the wild animals is scared of an ordinary snake,” he laughed out loud, each made John so angry that he went towards him with his clenched fist, ready to throw them on Micheal's face but the voice of the leader stopped him.“Enough of this you idiots, enough!” Their leader shouted at them, and they became calm. “Do you think arguing and ranting like a nuisance would solve the problems we have on the ground? Don't you
Daymon's Pov “To be honest, Artemis, I'm tired of this lifestyle here.” I felt so downcasted and fed up with the whole situation.“I understand how you feel, Daymon; I'm more tired than you could ever imagine. I wish I could just get a superpower that will get me out of here in a twinkle of an eye, but I don't have,” Artemis also complains looking down.“That is more reason why we should do everything within our power to survive” I proposed.“I know, right, but taking an Innocent person's life is not an option, Daymon; we can always look for another means of survival.” Artemis stood on her words.“Yes you're right but we have to look for a way to get out of this place without those men getting us because as it is now, they know we are here but they don't know our exact location so that is why we are still able to survive without getting caught and we have to act fast” Daymon narrated.“Wait, are you telling me they haven't given up on us yet?” Artemis asked in awe. “No, they haven't
Daymon's Pov “Whatever!” She said coldly. “I just can't wait to get out of here; there is nothing for us to eat here again. I miss home, the good food, the good big bed, the bathroom, my wardrobe and all” I just watched her leak, and I began to think of what I missed, too. “Even when I was not rich and was begging from street to street, it wasn't as bad as this. I could still afford a bugger to eat, and even if I didn't have money for a burger that day, I could still see people around me, which gave me hope of survival and a reason to live,” she continued. “But here, the only thing I see around is bushes, big trees, and wild animals. The first human I saw was the one you wanted to kill” “I totally understand what you're talking about, but I want you to calm down, and I just need you to be strong and have the positive belief that we are going to get out of here soon,” I said to her. Artemis nodded, seeming to consider my words. “I hope you're right about getting out of here j
Daymon's Pov I watched her sleep peacefully, just like a child who had no problem she was facing. I wish I could help her; it looks like she is going through a lot emotionally, and she needs help.I carried her and placed her well to sleep well as I watched her sleep peacefully. As I gazed at Artemis's serene face, I felt a sense of concern and compassion. She had been through so much, and it was clear that the emotional weight of our situation was bearing down on her even to the extent she thought Aiden did not love her or think of her again.I gently tucked a strand of hair behind her ear, making sure not to disturb her peaceful slumber. As I watched her sleep, I couldn't help but think about our conversation earlier, her loud laughter and all. It had been a while since I saw her laugh out loud like the way she did today.She had been so worried about Aiden all these while, but she had kept it to herself, which I Know because most of the time she mistakenly mentioned Aiden instea
Artemis POV After explaining my dream to Daymon, I felt relieved and my burden felt light. His reassuring and calming words made me feel better. I watch him sit down with his head in his hands, thinking so hard, I know he was thinking of how we would escape and where we are going from there. I hate myself for making him think so hard and for putting me on a hot seat. I was still trying to figure out what to do to help, too, not until he got up and walked up to me. “Let's pack the rest of our things now, I have got an idea” “What is on your mind and what did you figure out?” I asked him, looking at him, feeling so pathetic and gentle. “I don't have a particular location in mind, but I know we will find a way by the time we wander around the forest; we will get a place to hide,” Daymon replied, still looking confused. We went to pack our things and make sure none of our belongings were left there. I was beginning to get scared; going deep into the forest was giving me go
Artemis' POVThe days in the cabin blurred together, each one marked by a cycle of survival. These cycles never seemed to end, the time there was just static. Daymon and I fell into an unspoken rhythm, gathering firewood, rationing our limited supplies, and maintaining the routine of sleepless nights, for any signs of Kane's men. The forest felt so isolated. This isolation felt like both a blessing and a curse; it shielded us from immediate danger but also confined us to each other's company, which was not helping the unspoken tension between us.One evening, the sun was hitting on a different level , casting long shadows through the trees, I found myself sitting by the fireplace, the flickering flames offering the feeling of warmth and uncertain cozyness. Daymon was outside, ensuring our tracks remained concealed. The weight of our situation pressed heavily on my shoulders, and my thoughts drifted to Aiden. Guilt filled me like an empty vessel for doubting him, for allowing Kane to
Artemis & Daymon’s POVArtemis' POVThe darkness of the forest swallowed us whole as Daymon drove deeper into the unknown, the headlights barely cutting through the thick trees. My heart was still hammering in my chest, my breath uneven. Every nerve in my body remained on high alert, expecting gunshots to ring out at any moment, expecting Kane’s men to appear from the shadows and drag me back to that nightmare, shit hole!I stole a glance at Daymon. His hands gripped the steering wheel tightly, his jaw locked in determination. The way he maneuvered the car, every calculated turn, every sharp swerve, spoke volumes about his skill. I must admit, at this point I was beyond impressed. He had always been Aiden’s most trusted bodyguard, and now, he was my only chance at survival.“You okay?” His voice was rough, edged with concern, but he didn’t take his eyes off the road.I swallowed the lump in my throat. “I don’t know,” I admitted. “I don’t even know where we are.”Daymon pressed his foo
Artemis povAfter crying myself to sleep, I decided that I can't be living like this, from frying pan to fire , I can't be running round in circles and getting hurt. Kane is an animal, he is a wicked person. I thought I ran to safety and comfort ,not knowing I ran into my own early death. I wholeheartedly entered the lions darn.Now Jesus won't even think of saving my butt like he did with Daniel in the Bible. I am such a fool, and I can't reach Aiden, I need saving.Now all this event has occurred thanks toe, the guards are more on guard, silently and stylishly following me every where I go like I am in some sort of prison or something.If I run out , before I can even make it to the gate , I might get shot or I might be captured and this time around restricted to my room only, maybe with chain also. Kane made it clear ! If he can't have me, then no one can. It's either him or I die. I am cooked. I thought of all these so deeply and tears rolled down my cheeks, I am all alone again
Artemis and Kane’s povWhich centimeter on my hand I don't want my back to leave the study room only to stumble into Kane. Turns out he has been there all along. He saw me walking to the study room and said nothing, he saw me tPick the letter up he said nothing, he say me read them and said nothing. Who is this guy? Jesus fucking Christ I am with a lunatic.I was still trying to understand what is going on. I don't get why someone willake such disgusting decision he made. I started confronting him and blow all kinds of questions at him just to get some answers. Because I feel like a total idiot at this point.Kane why would you, why would you do such a thing to your brother? To me God . How would you fucking lie to me, I thought of you as a friend! I accepted everything about you despite ! everything Kane warned me about, I still believed you I. fought all odds just believe you. So all you wanted was to play me, just to get back Aiden . that's so stupid of you. I have never been
Artemis povEver since I noticed how Kane has been acting, how he has been replying to all my messages about Aiden in sarcasm, and how he has been avoiding and changing topics whenever I bring anything about Aiden. I just I grew more suspicious of him.The more days passed by the more suspicious I get, the more eager and curious I get the more scared of what Kane actually is. Everything was just becoming so suspicious . I went outside to get some fresh air since I can't stay for a minute without thinking of these or that.My biggest fear now is if Aiden was right about not doing anything and how cruel Kane can be at times. He warned me, he asked me not to leave. I hope I'm not playing myself, I just want everything to be right and crystal clear between I and Aiden.As I was going outside , I collected some sliced apples and a bottle of wine, and the glass to pour the liquor . I went to the relax chair outside and settled down there staring at the sky, how blank it is, no clouds.
Artemis povIt's another day in kane's house, everything seems good and off at the same time.I decided to stroll around the compound with my headphones on just to clear my head and exercise my muscles in my own way. But I can't help but notice how strange kane’s guard got. Any corner of the house are guards looking and starring at me like I was some criminal or something. I could tell that something was really off about them cause they weren't all over me like this. It felt like they were monitoring me or keeping a close eye on me or even spying on me . I got to admit, I always creeps the shit out of me but I decided to stay put and trust Kane just a little for now till something really happens.As much as they all seemed strange,I decided to just keep my head straight. I will not disturb myself is so much with thoughts. I focus on my personal growth away from Aiden. So I didn't think much about it, I just thought of myself.Until I saw the news. I noticed Aiden was one of the hea
Artemis povKane welcomed me back with warm hand as always. Willing to help and stand by me no matter what. This made me have hope but I can't help but notice how off it all felt, I tried shaking the feelings away but for some reasons it all still feels weird.We sat together outside getting some fresh air. I was clouded with so many horrible thoughts like what if Artemis has given up on us and also think the other night was a mistake, what if he loves the idea of me leaving his house, what if he was awake while I was trying to leave so desperately, what if he is out there with some slut shitting himself. A lot of questions just kept bothering and I couldn't help myself. I think Kane noticed it, my uneasyness, frequent sigh , he even called my name some couple of times and I didn't hear it . Till he called again. “Artemis”Yes, so sorry Kane , I was…He interrupted, I know you were lost. Talk to me , what's going on in that head. I am always here to help, and I can't help you if I d
Artemis pov Artemis what have you done? I said I said to myself with a lot of regrets with a lot of hatred a lot of anger a lot of confusion are used to wish I can disappear into the same here but because I can't I am in the Greeks mansion and I have to get out of here before I do something else different from what I have done before, at this point I don't know if I am doom or if doom just decided to locate me because it has all vine from bad to worse , it's never getting better, it doesn't seem like it ever will! Why do I keep making this kind of mistakes, before Aidan wakes up what should I do now? I cannot just forgive him just like that! I've come this far just to go back to what broke me into a million pieces . I think I should go back to Kane, a familiar hand that will draw me into comfort. It's true that with every instincts and nerve in my body I feel like this might not be the best decision to make but for now in the absence of any decision or any ideas yet , I have to lea
Artemis' POVI barely made it past the main hall when a hand gripped my wrist, firm and unyielding. Before I could protest, I was pulled into a dimly lit corridor, the deafening sounds of music and laughter fading behind thick walls. My breath hitched as I was backed against the cool marble, my body locked between it and an all-too-familiar presence.Aiden.His eyes burned with a dangerous mix of frustration and something else—something raw and unfiltered. His chest rose and fell sharply, his fingers still wrapped around my wrist like he was afraid I’d disappear if he let go.“What the hell was that?” His voice was low, rough, barely restrained.I scoffed, yanking my wrist free. “That?” I let out a bitter laugh. “That was me moving on, Aiden. Or what else does it seem like? You should try it sometime.”His jaw clenched, a muscle ticking violently at the side. “You don’t believe that.”I glared at him, willing my heart to slow down, to stop reacting to the nearness of him. “I believe w