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A Secretary's Vendetta The Painter.
Michael POV:I walked in front and turned around a few times to make sure he trailed behind me. "Where are we going" He demanded "Shut up and follow me" He looks exasperated by my reply but said nothing and followed me.I got to where I was sure there was no camera to my knowledge around Calhoun Ballenge house and stopped. I brought out the divorce papers and handed it to him to sign."Why come all the way out here to sign a divorce papers, are you retarded?" "You should have said that earlier so I could hand it to you infront of everyone you fucking coward.""What did you just call me""Just sign the goddam divorce papers Mr. Aiyelero" "Fucking peasants and not knowing their place"I knew he was trying to rile me up, so I simply laughed it off."Where is the pen" I brought out a pen from my breast pocket and handed it to him. After staring daggers at me for a moment he finally signed it. He threw it at me after he was done signing it, I carefully bent down and picked it up. It
Last Updated : 2023-02-03A Secretary's Vendetta The Man who creates Strife.
Micheal POV:I watched her for a brief moment, all alone just staring at my art on the wall. I wasn't surprised she seemed to enthralled with it, I've been told how captivating my art is and how it's capable of putting people in a trance."Are you going to meet her or you are planning to just stand stare" Cal said jolting me back.I realized I was also feeling a trance like effect just staring at her, her enthralling aura was a thousand fold the art. She looked so beautiful I could only glare, I have ran into two to three times and knew by how much her body has changed but never in my wildest dream did I imagine the woman right infront of me. Everything about her oozed magnificence, from her flaxen hair that hung above her shoulder to her toe covered by the splitted flowing gown she was wearing and the rich part of her thigh of the other leg that was there to ogle at, her arm was also exposed and so was a rich part of her cleavage I can see from a distance. How did she become so beaut
Last Updated : 2023-02-04A Secretary's Vendetta When The Universe Mocks You Twice
Micheal POV: I looked at the glass of champagne that fell from her hand and the spilt liquid was starting to flow. Could it be the drink?"Someone call the ambulance" A Voice shouted "I already did" Cal replied. I had no idea he was right behind me."No, I'm not waiting again for an ambulance. I won't make the same mistake twice. Another important person won't die on me" I muttered "Get me part of that drink, even if it's a drop." I said to CalI arose with her in my arms and ran towards the door. Cal was right behind me, half running and half walking to keep up with me."What are you doing" he asked"Where do you think, I'm heading to the hospital""In my garage?""I'm taking your Tesla" "I've already called the ambulance, they would be here any minute now""If you expect me to wait for the ambulance while someone I care about wither away then you are spastic Cal" I will be able to sleep at night knowing I tried my possible best rather than watch and do nothing, I will never be
Last Updated : 2023-02-05A Secretary's Vendetta Reawakening
Aurora POV:I woke up squinting at the bright light overhead. Someone was rubbing something cool on the back of my hand, but the slickness quickly turned to a jab of pain. I flinched and turned my head. A nurse was securing an IV into my hand with tape. An IV? I was in the hospital? Pain slithered between on my temples, fogging my thoughts, and the bleach smell wafting off the sheets turned my stomach. The last thing i remembered was talking to Mr. Angelo at the party.Then, nothing.I felt a wave of drowsiness sweep through me, whatever was in the IV was making me ....I Fade out. I woke up again to a beeping sound. I was not oblivion to my surroundings this time , a strong familiar stench filled my nose, it was the hospital that have such amalgam of smell emanating from varied sources, ranging from strong cleaning agents to the smell of drugs. Faces poke through the haze, linger, fade away. They peer down, ask me questions. They all ask questions. Do I know who I am? Do I hurt any
Last Updated : 2023-02-06A Secretary's Vendetta She is so Lucky
Aurora POV:I slowly regained consciousness to the loud voices of two nurses. They seem oblivious to the fact I had woken up. I wanted to shut out their screeching undertone by closing my eyes, but it didn't work, their voices only got louder in my head. I cursed under my breath. I wanted to sit up perhaps it would shut them up."She is so lucky" one said "I wish I was that lucky" the other replied staring in my direction.I hesitated and delayed sitting up curious of what they were saying. Lucky? Are they stupid, I was lying on an hospital bed after almost dying, what do they mean lucky."I wish I could have such a perfect man lift me in his arm""Do you see how distraught he looked""Who wouldn't, he looked like he was about to cry" "I heard he even threatened the doctor to make her life miserable if he failed to save his wife""Wife? What do you mean wife? There's no ring on neither of their fingers""If they aren't wedded it's only a matter of time before they do, you also hear
Last Updated : 2023-02-07A Secretary's Vendetta Restless
Michael POV:When I was driven to the police station, I was so confident Cal would get me out in an heartbeat, I threw low jibs and obvious insults in their face. They both took it without uttering a reply, except Mark who grunted some inaudible replies a few times.The confidence and arrogance soon dissipated into thin air when I was thrown into a little concrete cell, devoid of anything to sit or rest on. I wasn't allowed so much as a phone call and the cuffs were left on my wrists. They were smart to realize, the person I was confident would get me out can't, if he doesn't know I was here. And they were right, Cal can only get me out if he knew where I was. I threated them at first, told them I was a lawyer and they had no right to keep me confined without a phone call. I told them I could sue the whole department and won't stop at that I will make sure they lose their jobs. They simply ignored my threats and watched me like a mad man, they knew I will give up at some point and I
Last Updated : 2023-02-08A Secretary's Vendetta White Walls Around Me
Aurora POV:After staring blankly into space for a long period, finally I was starting to drift into wonderland when the doors opened abruptly which jerked back to consciousness. I felt a surge of rage pierce through me, I snapped my head back to see whom it was.I felt a mixture of relief and joy when I watched him walk in, a great happiness unmatched. It took the pinnacle of my self control not to jump off the bed and hug him. I could see the great joy in his eyes to see me too."Oh' Aurora, I'm so glad you are okay." "It feels good to live to see another day" I chuckled "I'm so sorry I wasn't with you when it happened nor when you woke up""There's nothing to be sorry about Mr. Jordan, I heard about the trouble you got into because of me. I should be the one apologizing for cutting your night short and throwing the party into disarray""You can't possibly be apologizing to me, when it's my fault you got hurt." I laughed softly, it was bemusing watching us both apologize to each
Last Updated : 2023-02-09A Secretary's Vendetta The Walls are Closing In
Micheal POV:I knew it was almost midday, I could tell by the crowd in the police station which was thickening. The claustrophobic sensation of being in a locked facility was starting to hit. I started pacing the length of the tiny holding cell. The cold handcuffs confining my wrists, I knew they purposely kept on to make me suffer even more. I finally sat on the hard concrete floor with sweat trickling down my back. To make life worst, I couldn't shut out the annoying sounds of People shifting about in the waiting room, officers discussing cases behind the glass, phones ringing, doors buzzing, keys jingling, electronic doors clicking open, the quiet murmur of dispatchers speaking into headsets, officers interviewing a suspect, the rattle of a suspect’s handcuffs as he answers questions. I would have plugged my ear with my fingers but there was a limitation to how far apart my fingers can go.But despite the causes of frustration emanating from varied sources, I was worried sick ab
Last Updated : 2023-02-10
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A Secretary's Vendetta Epilogue
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A Secretary's Vendetta Second Hand Love
Michael POV:As I stood before the graves of my parents and Beatrice, a mix of emotions washed over me. It was the first time I had brought anyone to this sacred place. I watched as she knelt down, her face solemn and filled with respect, paying her respects to the departed souls who had unwilling been absent to shape my life."Who are they?" She askedI was yet to tell her whom they are and name on the graves gave no clues to whom they were. "The first two are my parents and the third is my elder sister" She looked taken aback"I thought you never knew them""I was lucky to find out, with some help of some friends. I wanted you to meet them too"She nodded, her eyes filled with awe. Aurora's voice trembled slightly as she spoke, her words carrying a weight of sincerity and determination. "I promise you, dear parents and sister, that I will take care of Michael. I will be there for him, just as you were. I will cherish him, support him, and love him with all my heart. You have left
A Secretary's Vendetta Blow It in the Wind
Michael POV: The town recieve the news about Calhoun with mixed feelings. The next few days was spent uprooting every corrupt official on Calhoun payroll and his drug warehouse was ruthlessly shut down. It was finally Mark's funeral, I had dreaded this day because of the effects I knew it would have on me.I stood there, my heart heavy with sorrow, as I gazed upon the somber scene before me. The room was filled with mournful whispers and tear-streaked faces, each one reflecting the immense loss we all felt. "Today, we gathered to bid farewell to a dear friend, a courageous soul who had given his life in the line of duty. He was a cop, a protector of the innocent, and his untimely death"The eulogies began, each one a testament to his character and the impact he had made on countless lives. His family, friends, and fellow officers all shared their stories, their voices trembling with a mix of grief and admiration. They spoke of his courage, his selflessness, and his unwavering deter
A Secretary's Vendetta Price of Freedom
Aurora POV: It's been days since my search and rescue. I never imagined that freedom could feel so overwhelming. After enduring the horrors of being kidnapped and held captive, the sweet taste of liberation should have been pure bliss. Yet, as I cautiously navigate this newfound freedom, it feels as though the world around me is still holding its breath, afraid to disturb the fragile existence I've fought so hard to regain.The news of my rescue spread like wildfire, and people showered me with words of relief and gratitude. They embraced me with tender hugs, their eyes brimming with tears of joy. But beneath their smiles, I sensed a subtle unease, an unspoken fear of shattering my fragile state of recovery. It's as if they see me as a porcelain doll, easily broken with a single misplaced step.Every interaction now feels calculated, as if everyone around me is walking on tiptoes, afraid to say or do anything that might trigger painful memories or send me spiraling back into the dark
A Secretary's Vendetta Furry Companions
Aurora POV:I stepped into the familiar warmth of Michael's house. He came back to pick me up the next morning after spending considerable time with my mother. He had insisted on staying with him for the time being and my mother was only happy to agree. It is a mix of relief and apprehension flooding my senses. The events of the past few days had been a nightmare, one that had finally released its grip on me. I glanced around, taking in the comforting sights of our living room, but the shadows of the ordeal still lingered in every corner.Michael stood beside me, his eyes filled with a mix of worry, love, and a determination to keep me safe. I understood his concerns; after all, I had been taken away from him against my will. But as much as I craved his protective presence, I also longed for a sense of normalcy and the freedom to heal at my own pace.Michael furry companions who seems to have been waiting anxiously for my return, approached cautiously, sniffing the air with curiosity
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Michael POV:As I walked Mr. Eyre and Jane to the airport, the weight of sadness enveloped us, casting a somber atmosphere over our conversation. The news of Calhoun, being responsible for his daughter's death had left us both of them speechless and devastated.Jane walked in front while Mr. Eyre and I walked behind her."I can't believe it, Michael," Mr. Eyre whispered, his voice trembling with disbelief and pain. "How could someone commit such a heinous act? I can't wrap my mind around it."His words echoed the thoughts that swirled in my own mind. I struggled to find an answer, my voice choked with emotions. "I don't know, Mr. Eyre," I managed to say, my voice laced with sorrow. "We continued walking through the airport, the surroundings a blur as our conversation grew heavier with regret and guilt."I blame myself, Mr. Eyre " I confessed, "I can't help but wonder if there were signs I missed, if I could have protected her somehow. And to think I have wined and dined with her kill
A Secretary's Vendetta Crackling of the Flames
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A Secretary's Vendetta An Unbroken Promise and A Friendship Forged in Blood
Michael POV:"Are you okay, Aurora? I'm here now, everything is fine now" I held her tightly like someone would try to steal her from my hand againHer tear glands finally gave in to the waterworks. "I was so scared" she said choking on her own words. "I thought I was not going to see you again""Then I had Mark died in my arms, I watched him died, life sucking out of him slowly. Then I had to stare at his dead body for hours""You are fine now"I patted and rocked her body like one would a baby. It felt soothing to have her in my arms again. My heart races in my chest, adrenaline still coursing through my veins as I hold her tightly in my arms. We've just escaped from the clutches of danger, and the relief surges through me like a tidal wave. I can feel her trembling against me, her breath coming in short gasps, and I know she's just as shaken as I am. As I look into her eyes, gratitude and love swirl in the depths of my being. The thought of losing her, of never seeing that radian
A Secretary's Vendetta A Stitch in Time
Aurora POV: I sat resting on the wall while staring into the oblivion. I sit here, trapped in this cold, desolate room, my spirit drained and my body weary. The flickering overhead light casts eerie shadows on the peeling walls, reflecting the dismal state of my existence. My mind is numb, and my once fiery gaze has dulled into a vacant stare.Hope, once a flickering flame within me, has been extinguished. Not the long for my mother's smile and Michael touch could rekindle the hope. It has been replaced by a resignation, a surrender to the cruel fate that has befallen me. The days and nights blend together, a blur of monotony and fear. I have lost track of time, as each passing moment feels like an eternity.Calhoun intentions are unclear, his motives shrouded in darkness. If he wanted to kill me he should have already. All I know is that he holds complete control over my life, and I am at his mercy. The uncertainty gnaws at me, devouring any remnants of strength I have left. I wonde
