As Althea walked down the stairs, she couldn't help but feel antsy. Her hands felt sweaty and as much as she tried to calm her nerves, she couldn't. Taking the last stairs, the maid directed her towards the dining room and there, she met someone already seated. Her heart did a leap as she approached him. Though, his back was turned against her but she needed no soothsayer to tell her that he's the boss. She finally got to his front and the maid pulled out a seat for her while they began to dish the meals. She took a sneak peak at him but he was busy operating his cellphone. She took in his features, he was excellently built. As she gazed upon him, she noticed his dark messy hair which framed his face perfectly. His chiseled jawline and smooth complexion added to his captivating presence. His features blended together, exuding confidence and charm.He suddenly looked up, catching her gaze. She quickly averted hers, looking away and realizing that the maids were done serving."Yo
Althea couldn't help but worry.. She's curious about so many things. Like why he offered her help. Why can't he just say it?Well, she can't question him. If he decides not to say a word about it to her, then there's no need forcing anything.Since he said he'd tell her when the time is right, then she'd wait.She thought she'd get back at Oscar as soon as she's out but he's right, she can't rush into it else she'd make a very big mistake.She'd wait.. She'd be patient as long as he has her covered like he promised.But there was something about him, Phoenix... Something that she can't just place it.Still in her pool of thoughts, she thought of the precinct. She wondered what could be going on right now. The inmates must be working their butts out now.She sighed... Thinking about Nova and Lynx. She kinda missed them both, especially Nova. She felt sad she didn't have the chance to say a proper goodbye to someone who stood by her to the very end.And Lynx... She felt guilty for the w
The sound of a keyboard clicking could be heard. Oscar sat there in his office, furiously typing on the computer. He's so infuriated that he feels like grabbing the computer and throwing it right out of the window. His eyes blazed with so much anger, the veins on his neck and forehead almost popping out. "Argh!!" He growled as he didn't stop typing. His teeth kept grinding against each other. If only the computer was a human so he could punch the hell outta him. Just then, Mayra stepped in and he stopped throwing his heavy punches at the keyboard but his fists were balled tightly as he waited for Mayra to speak."I'm sorry sir, but there hasn't been anything positive..." He balled his fists tighter and banged on his desk, getting up abruptly. He glared at Mayra. If looks could kill then she'd definitely be six feet under by now."What do you mean there hasn't been anything positive? Where the hell is she? Why was she suddenly released without any firm of retrial? It hasn't been u
With a scarf and dark shades on, Althea made her way into the clubhouse together with Nanny Patal.She kept feeling the vibe and unable to contain her excitement, she began to dance happily.She's never the party type, but right now, this is just what she wanted. To have a little bit of fun.The loud hip hop music gave her the vibe as well. The dim blue and red lights barely made it possible for her to clearly see others.Nanny Patal grabbed her arm as she made to join the crowd in dancing."We don't have so much time ma'am. We have to leave before the boss returns. If he finds out you aren't in your room, it's going to be disaster for both of us.."" I know Nanny Patal, but we barely just arrived. Okay, just five minutes and we'll be out. Let me just have fun a little longer"She pleaded, pouring her lips she knows quite well that Nanny Patal will have no other choice but to let her."Fine! Just five minutes..""Great.. Now, buy me a drink Nanny Patal. I have no cash with me.." She
The following day! Althea woke up earlier than usual and got dressed even before the maids will come dress her up. She woke up with her mind eating up with so much guilt because of how she disobeyed Phoenix and how she raised her voice at him. It was quite disrespectful and taking a good look at it, she has come to realize that what she did was definitely not right. It would have definitely caused a lot of chaos if she had approached Oscar like the way she had planned. Heaven knows what would have happened if Phoenix's men hadn't come to get her. She would have probably ended up in the hands of that bastard. "Good day everyone! " she said loudly to gain the attention of the maids who were busy moving to and fro the kitchen. They stopped what they were doing and reciprocated her greeting then went about their daily task. Nanny Patal walked up to Althea and asked what she was doing downstairs. "Well, no specific answer for that Nanny Patal. I just wanted to apologize for what h
Nanny Patal arrived at the balcony with. first aid kit and Phoenix took it from her. She looked at Althea who was seated with her right arm spread out her eyes widened. She almost reacted but Althea passed her a look that says she shouldn't bother."You can leave Nanny Patal!" Phoenix said and she left.Phoenix moved closer and squats in front of her. He took out an antiseptic and held her hand. Althea hesitated a bit." Why don't you let me do it myself..?" she said.He didn't respond but began to apply the antiseptic on her injury. Althea winced slightly from the pain."Do you ever do things on your own without getting hurt? " He said, his voice calm and smooth."I.." "I'd have punished the maids severely because you got hurt... Why did you always defend them?" He cuts he off."Because, I just don't want them getting blamed for my mistakes. To tell you the truth, Nanny Patal tried to decline but I insisted..." "You always want things to go your way right? Like how you almost ble
After a really long exhausting day, it was already evening when Althea returned home. She really couldn't count how much things they bought. It was way too much and way more than she expected. Nanny Patal really went extra miles but she would say that it's Phoenix's order. Like, how can a man... A stranger at that matter pamper her like she means something more to him. Wasn't it already Enough that he bailed her?, Now, he spoils her with gifts. They got to her room and she fell flat on the bed. Nanny Patal laughed, seeing how tired she is."Get up Ma'am, you need to take your bath..." "No.. Just let me sleep. I'm so exhausted right now!!!" She grumbled, snuggling closer to the pillow."C'mon Ma'am.. you know it's unhealthy sleeping without having a bath after a really long day. I'll go prepare the bath tub.." She left to the bathroom.Althea stood up and took off her clothes, then joined Nanny Patal in the bathroom. She let Nanny Patal bath her as she was too tired to do anythin
The next few days that passed, Althea felt a bit uneasy. She really wanted Phoenix to be back so she could give him the gifts she got for him.Not being able to give him the gift, got her pretty worried as she so badly wants to see what his reaction would be to the gift.Althea woke up that morning, having the same energy as she has always have. She freshened up and got dressed and headed downstairs. She met Nanny Patal as she approached the kitchen. "Good morning Nanny Patal..!" She greeted. "Good morning ma'am... did you sleep well?" "I did... What's up for breakfast?" "Some hot cup of tea, toasted bread and some scorched eggs..." Althea's mouth watered at the mention of it. "That sounds good. I'd be at the dining table waiting then..." "Sure, it won't take long ma'am..." With that, Althea went to the dining and took her seat. Her fingers tapping on the table as she patiently waited for breakfast to be served. Soon, breakfast was served and Althea munched on the toasted bre
Epilogue! 5 years later!! With the Mafia world burnt down to ashes, Oscar washes his hands off everything that would label him bad. He said it was a new beginning and he wants nothing but to live a peaceful life henceforth.As for the gang members, they have all settled down in their new lives. Even with the Mafia world gone, Oscar still made them live comfortable lives.He compensated everyone on his team with ten million dollars each for risking their lives and making it possible for him to achieve his goal of bringing down Phoenix.Rachel flew out of the country right away and set up a five star restaurant. Lynx got a job at Oscar's company as the heard of research and development team. Mayra retained her job as Oscar's secretary.As for Reed, He got a job with the police as a detective. Every one got a job that suited them perfectly and the rest of Oscar's men all went their separate ways.Life has been perfect!Althea went to the kitchen with her protruding tommy. She took out
" What? " Oscar exclaimed, standing up." Phoenix? The man who attempted to kill you? He's the father of your unborn child? "Althea swallowed, avoiding Oscar's gaze but she has already begun n and there's no going back. " Yes! Right after Phoenix got me out of prison, I began to develop feelings for him. I saw him as a perfect gentle man and he made me believe that he was actually a good person. I developed feelings for him and then one night, he took me out on a date and that's when... that when... "" You two decided to have sex!! " Oscar cuts her off and she shit her eyes tightly. She heard him scoff and she's sure he's probably running his fingers through his hair right now. " This is outrageous and I honestly cannot believe you could fall for Phoenix. What happened to the principles you wanted to uphold? The 'I don't want to have sex until my wedding night ' thing.... What happened to that? I could remember making advances towards you refused me, stating your principles and
The following morning, Althea dressed up as usually and got ready to head to the hospital for her weekly check up routine. Oscar insisted on going with her but asked him not to, reminding him that he had work to attend to and he can't keep being her bodyguard over such trivial issues. Oscar didn't want to but had to give in because of some emergencies that came up at work but still, he insisted that she should go with the driver, that way, he won't be worried. Althea felt relieved as that would give her the opportunity to do what she wants to. She got downstairs and met the ladies busy making plans for their vacation trip. As for Mayra, Oscar gave her two months leave since she still insists on working as his Secretary, after that, then she's free to return back but for the meantime, he wants everyone to go live their life's. Althea didn't bother interrupting the girls but simply hurriedly left. Minutes later, she was already getting impatient as the drive to the hospital was a s
Althea remained quiet as they drove back home. She kept staring out the window, lost in thoughts and and as Oscar noticed that she hasn't said a word, he turned on the music to lighten up the mood. "Are you okay?" He asked. "Hm" That was her response. "I loved what you days back there... You put Phoenix in his place.." " He deserved it and even worse. I hope he rots in hell.. " She gritted out. " He will, definitely!! " Oscar said, taking a U-turn and facing a different direction from home. Althea looked at him, wondering why he suddenly took a different turn. "Where are we going? " " I want you to meet someone.. It's senator James Grayson's young wife... I want you to see for yourself, the condition she's in"____________They drove into a penthouse and after pulling to a stop, they both stepped out and made their way in. As the got closer to a room, a plate suddenly came crashing right before them. Althea got startled as a little piece flew across her arm, causing her a lit
FEW WEEKS LATER.It's been few weeks already and Althea has been discharged from the hospital. During this period, Oscar never left her side, he has been her strength anger back bone.Everything he has done for her, both the ones she knows of and the ones she isn't aware of... all of it, she's indebted to him.On the day of her discharge, Althea thought of where to go to. She couldn't go back to her apartment either, she thought she'd just look for a way and sort things out, but Is at told her that she's going to live with him from now henceforth.At first, she rejected the idea but he insisted and having no other option, she went with him and now, she's living with him, not permanently tho... but temporarily.Once she's settled, she'd leave to find a life of her own... she doesn't want to be a bother to him.Althea stepped out of the bathroom and stood in front of the mirror, staring at her reflection.She had no idea if it's just her eyes but she noticed she added a little weight. I
Phoenix felt like the stars were on his side today. What an easy way to get rid of Althea. He'd simply just inject her and then walk out freely like nothing ever happened. By the time any one would notice, she'd be long dead... He felt like laughing out his victory as he placed the tray down and picked a particular injection from the tray, then turned to Althea was fast asleep on her bed with on of her arm slightly over her face. He moved closer to her, his smirk getting wider. "What a pity you'd have to die a slow and eat death. I would have loved to see you beg for my mercy while torturing you... But either ways, this is going to make you feel endless pains... Good bye Althea and don't worry, Oscar would be joining you soon" He said aloud, lifting the injection and making a move to inject her with it but to his surprise, the supposed Althea, turned and swiftly held his hands, and kicked him hard on his tommy and before he knew what was going on, he was already on the floor writ
Later that evening, The ladies were gone and it's just Althea and Oscar in the ward. Althea kept playing with her fingers, while biting on her lower lip while Oscar kept slicing the apples while avoiding her gaze. They are both acting awkward because of the kiss they almost shared. Yes, it's weird because at that moment, they both lost their senses. Sighing deeply, Althea thought about if they had really kissed, if only they weren't interrupted, she wished. "Oscar?.." She suddenly called before she could stop herself. "Yes!?" She suddenly went blank. Why did she call him in the first place? What was she going to say? "Nevermind!" She said, averting her gaze.. Such stupid thing to say. Silence befell them, but not for long as Oscar broke the silence. "I noticed you had fun with the ladies..." He said, trying to start up a conversation because he hated the way they kept acting. "Yes! I had fun. we talked about a lot of things and I really enjoyed it. It felt like we've known
"Girls.. Welcome!!" Althea said when the tension in in the room was getting out of hand.The ladies walked up to her, their piercing eyes not leaving hers."What in the world was happening?" Lynx exclaimed." I guess two individuals are about making out... " Rachel said jokingly. Althea's face flushed in embarrassment. "I suggest you two get a private Ward to go down memory lane... We perfectly understand that it's been years and you two need to recharge... it's totally understandable!!" Mayra commented, placing the basket she was holding down. Althea couldn't contain the embarrassment anymore ... " Stop it ladies, we really weren't doing anything.. " She defended herself but that earned a chuckle from the ladies. " It's okay with the teasing. Someone's face is about turning tomato red, we can't let it burst open! " Katie said, sitting on the Sofa, together with Mayra... Lynx sat on the bed beside Althea, holding her hand. " How are you doing Althea... Are you okay? We were so wo
Oscar shifted in his sleep as he enjoyed the feeling he was getting on his hair. It felt soothing but after thinking about it and realizing that he was still at the hospital, he jerked up to meet Althea's smiling face. For a moment, he went blank as he didn't know what to say. Deep down, he felt happy seeing her awake but the doctors words to him was still very much audible in his head. That alone made him had mixed feelings.. He didn't know what to feel at the moment, should be be happy or sad. However, he realized that what's done is done and he can't change anything or question fate. He decided to push it aside and just live by the present. Thinking about it constantly will only make him more sadder than he has been. He forced himself to smile, however, he tried to make it look sincere, for her sake and not to get her more worried. "Althea... You're awake!!" He said, reaching out for her cheeks and caressing them slightly. "Yes I am... " She said, her voice low and steady.