Chapter 7 Ella’s POV “Don’t stand there staring at me, answer the damn question Ella! Talk fast.” Jordan yelled at me. This is the first time since we met. I didn’t know how to start explaining everything to him but I had to. “Jordan I promise you, it’s not what you think,” I tried explaining. But how did he know about Jake? “Ok since you want to know, I’m a criminal. Jake, is the brother of the person I murdered.” I said and I could see his body stiffen. “Ella don’t play around with me. What do you mean you’re a murderer? I held your phone, and a message came in from him saying you guys need to meet up, and you shouldn’t ignore him any further. Isn’t this the tone of an ex? Or maybe a present lover?” Jordan stated. Is that what he really thinks, that Jake is my lover or something? He’s absolutely wrong. “I know we’re not in a relationship yet, and I have no right to act the way I’m doing now, but you’re under my roof and I need to know. So tell me the truth Ella.” Jordan de
Jordan’s POV “Boss, we’re tracking where the message came from, but it says Hong Kong. They’re probably just messing with her, sir,” John said. “How did they know we’re in Vegas, John? Isn’t that strange? I need you and the others to find me some answers before I lose my mind.” I ordered and John left with my other men. Ella didn’t know I had her phone connected to mine, so any messages or calls she got will alert me. I invaded her privacy, yes, but I needed to protect her from those bastards. After Fiona’s manipulative act over me, I didn’t think I’d look at another girl twice, but here I’m I obsessing over a girl I had a one-night stand with. I texted Ella not to wait up for me and she should have some rest. The business meeting I had with Mr Von had been over hours ago. I couldn’t just go home now to see the worry and distress on her face. It made me angrier. It was well past midnight, and I decide to go to the suite we’d be staying at. The staffs greeted me with
Ella’s POV The gallery was a masterpiece in itself. Having marble floors and towering glass walls. Warm golden lights shining over the well crafted artworks. It was truly a sight to behold. Everything was perfect. Guest moved with so much elegance, some partly discussing the bidding later on and who will go home with the most priceless piece of art here. These folks were so wealthy, I felt out of place. Jordan had asked me to accompany him and I couldn’t turn him down, not after seeing his perfect smile. He had told me to stop calling him master, and I honestly didn’t know how I’d stop. He may change toward me, and I have to go back to my job. At least then I’ll be able to handle my heart properly. But what if I dive deeper and he doesn’t want me? We stood now looking at The Eternal Whispers, by Marcel Drevere, a renowned artist. It was an oil painting featuring blue and gold strokes, said to symbolize the fleeting nature of life worth $6 million. That’s lots of money whic
Jordan’s POV “Jordan, if you don’t want to tell me what’s going on, then you might as well let me go right now,” Ella said. I couldn’t help but watch her angry face and smile. Who knew she could get this feisty? What did she think? That I’m back together with that woman? That was impossible, considering how I feel about her. “Ella, sit down on the bed and I’ll explain,” I said, and she sat, reluctantly. She faced me now with her beautiful brown eyes, lips so plump, ready to be sucked. Damn, this girl turned me on so much. How was I going to live if she leaves me? “Fiona had come to Vegas to piss me off. I didn’t want you to see the way I spoke to her, baby girl. It'll make you think less of me. She didn’t actually want to buy that necklace and I just warned her to stay away from both you and me.” I explained, but what I said was a lie. I just needed Ella to calm down. “I’m so sorry for speaking to you that way Ella, it’ll never happen again. Forgive me?” I asked. I just need
Ella’s Pov The music was so loud it was almost deafening. The club filled with people we had never seen in our lives, yet everyone danced like they had known each other for the longest time. I swayed my hips all over the place as we danced, laughed and enjoyed ourselves, besides we owed this enjoyment to our bodies for working so hard in order to get here. “Ella, did you notice the guy in a black suit staring at you? He’s been looking at you ever since we got here,” I listened to Maya scream over the loud music as we danced. “It’s one of the many guys who couldn’t keep their eyes off from us since we got here,” I replied and we burst out into laughter. It was true. We looked so sexy tonight. Our effort tonight made the fun even better. “Mind joining me for a drink?” I discerned a deep baritone voice turning around to see the most beautiful creature I had seen. He looked like a model straight from a magazine cover. OMG!!! I couldn’t help but scream in my head. I can’t jus
Ella’s POV “Do your jobs properly or you’ll return to where you all came from. Is that understood?” Mrs Denver continued speaking and I could see the fear in the eyes of my colleagues. We are all maids here and we have jobs to do that we can’t afford to lose. Our agency had prepared us to work for Mrs Denver; we scrambled for the job because back in Hong Kong, our living condition wasn’t the best. So I and Maya were extremely happy when we knew we’d be coming to America to work for an influential family. At least we’ll be living our unfortunate lives back in Hong Kong. “Start preparing for my son’s visit; you’re dismissed,” she said as we left her presence back to the various activities we had to carry out. I and Maya were on kitchen duty preparing the food for the afternoon. “I can’t believe you f****d that guy Isabella Ross, you’re such a bad girl” Maya said teasing me and I couldn’t help it but feel shy. Did I really do that? How could I have lost my virginity to a guy
Ella’s POV “Stay right there Fiona, don’t come any closer.” I heard Jordan say in an angry tone. Is this man even serious? So he had a girlfriend and he behaved that way with me yesterday. Not like I cared about this brat making all this noise at the moment, but I just felt sorry for her that her loving Jordan was a cheat. Suddenly, the attraction I felt towards this man, who was now walking to the door, turned to disgust. “What are you doing here, Fiona? And why are you creating a scene in my home causing trouble?” Jordan said, now standing in front of her and I stood here wanting to disappear in any way that I can. I didn’t want to be part of this drama. “Your girlfriend comes to see you and this is what you have to say to me, Jordan? You have never acted this way toward me, is it because of this lowlife maid?” Fiona asked now looking at me like I was mud under her feet. Maybe I was because I had nothing compared to her. “You don’t get to insult her and I’m going to ask fo
Ella’s POV Beep beep……. I could get the sound of machines but couldn’t open my eyes. It felt like I was dying, but I could listen to voices speak as they came in and out of the room where I was in. I was in the hospital. Last thing I remember I was laying down and people hovered around me now I’m here. I struggled to open my eyes and searched around the room. I found Maya laying on the couch looking like she hadn’t had some rest in years. She noticed I was awake and bolted towards me. “Hey girl, how’re you feeling now? Let me get the doctor.” She said in a soothing voice and rushed towards the door. In less than a minute, she returned with a medical team who were now checking my vitals and making sure I was doing well. “It’s a good thing you’re finally awake. Miss Isabella. We are happy you fought hard,” the doctor said, and I could barely comprehend what he was saying. After a while they left the room, leaving I and Maya alone. I took a glance at the hospital room where I wa
Jordan’s POV “Jordan, if you don’t want to tell me what’s going on, then you might as well let me go right now,” Ella said. I couldn’t help but watch her angry face and smile. Who knew she could get this feisty? What did she think? That I’m back together with that woman? That was impossible, considering how I feel about her. “Ella, sit down on the bed and I’ll explain,” I said, and she sat, reluctantly. She faced me now with her beautiful brown eyes, lips so plump, ready to be sucked. Damn, this girl turned me on so much. How was I going to live if she leaves me? “Fiona had come to Vegas to piss me off. I didn’t want you to see the way I spoke to her, baby girl. It'll make you think less of me. She didn’t actually want to buy that necklace and I just warned her to stay away from both you and me.” I explained, but what I said was a lie. I just needed Ella to calm down. “I’m so sorry for speaking to you that way Ella, it’ll never happen again. Forgive me?” I asked. I just need
Ella’s POV The gallery was a masterpiece in itself. Having marble floors and towering glass walls. Warm golden lights shining over the well crafted artworks. It was truly a sight to behold. Everything was perfect. Guest moved with so much elegance, some partly discussing the bidding later on and who will go home with the most priceless piece of art here. These folks were so wealthy, I felt out of place. Jordan had asked me to accompany him and I couldn’t turn him down, not after seeing his perfect smile. He had told me to stop calling him master, and I honestly didn’t know how I’d stop. He may change toward me, and I have to go back to my job. At least then I’ll be able to handle my heart properly. But what if I dive deeper and he doesn’t want me? We stood now looking at The Eternal Whispers, by Marcel Drevere, a renowned artist. It was an oil painting featuring blue and gold strokes, said to symbolize the fleeting nature of life worth $6 million. That’s lots of money whic
Jordan’s POV “Boss, we’re tracking where the message came from, but it says Hong Kong. They’re probably just messing with her, sir,” John said. “How did they know we’re in Vegas, John? Isn’t that strange? I need you and the others to find me some answers before I lose my mind.” I ordered and John left with my other men. Ella didn’t know I had her phone connected to mine, so any messages or calls she got will alert me. I invaded her privacy, yes, but I needed to protect her from those bastards. After Fiona’s manipulative act over me, I didn’t think I’d look at another girl twice, but here I’m I obsessing over a girl I had a one-night stand with. I texted Ella not to wait up for me and she should have some rest. The business meeting I had with Mr Von had been over hours ago. I couldn’t just go home now to see the worry and distress on her face. It made me angrier. It was well past midnight, and I decide to go to the suite we’d be staying at. The staffs greeted me with
Chapter 7 Ella’s POV “Don’t stand there staring at me, answer the damn question Ella! Talk fast.” Jordan yelled at me. This is the first time since we met. I didn’t know how to start explaining everything to him but I had to. “Jordan I promise you, it’s not what you think,” I tried explaining. But how did he know about Jake? “Ok since you want to know, I’m a criminal. Jake, is the brother of the person I murdered.” I said and I could see his body stiffen. “Ella don’t play around with me. What do you mean you’re a murderer? I held your phone, and a message came in from him saying you guys need to meet up, and you shouldn’t ignore him any further. Isn’t this the tone of an ex? Or maybe a present lover?” Jordan stated. Is that what he really thinks, that Jake is my lover or something? He’s absolutely wrong. “I know we’re not in a relationship yet, and I have no right to act the way I’m doing now, but you’re under my roof and I need to know. So tell me the truth Ella.” Jordan de
Ella’s POV It’s been a week since we discovered Fiona tried to kill me. She had hired men to run me down and Jordan’s men found the car they used disposed in a dump and traced it back to her. Although she denied everything, I couldn’t care less. I was alive, and that’s what mattered to me. Jordan had listened to me and he let her off with a warning. She tried to kill me, but I pitied her. I sat in the garden like I did every day. With nothing to do, I took comfort in planting more flowers. Jordan had sent all the other maids, including Maya, back to his mother’s house. He said he didn’t really like many people around him. Maya understood and promised to give me a call every day. It no longer felt like I was a servant. Jordan insisted he’ll take care of me for one month before I could return to my job as I wanted. My phone buzzed, “You have three days to provide the money or you go to jail and we take care of your boyfriend” The Baxter brothers Jake and Jim had been sending me
Ella’s POV “Master, we’ve found who tried to kill Miss Ella,” John announced, and I saw Jordan’s face fuel with anger. I had never seen this look on him. He looked like he could kill anyone right now. “Ok, give me a minute, I’ll be with you.” Jordan replied and with that, John left the room. I had to at least know who wanted me dead. Although I had an idea but I hope it wasn’t the Baxter family. I know they wanted me dead for the trouble I caused them. I really hope it wasn’t them. “Ella, I know you have all rights to know, but please, can you let me handle this for now? Immediately, I’m sure of the suspect. I’ll inform you right away and you can decide what ever you want me to do with the person and it’ll be done in an instant. I promise you.” Jordan said to me in a very soft tone. He was a gentle guy and a rough one as well when need be. But right now, he was the sweetest person ever. I nodded my head, giving permission to go ahead and with that he left the room instructin
Ella’s POV Beep beep……. I could get the sound of machines but couldn’t open my eyes. It felt like I was dying, but I could listen to voices speak as they came in and out of the room where I was in. I was in the hospital. Last thing I remember I was laying down and people hovered around me now I’m here. I struggled to open my eyes and searched around the room. I found Maya laying on the couch looking like she hadn’t had some rest in years. She noticed I was awake and bolted towards me. “Hey girl, how’re you feeling now? Let me get the doctor.” She said in a soothing voice and rushed towards the door. In less than a minute, she returned with a medical team who were now checking my vitals and making sure I was doing well. “It’s a good thing you’re finally awake. Miss Isabella. We are happy you fought hard,” the doctor said, and I could barely comprehend what he was saying. After a while they left the room, leaving I and Maya alone. I took a glance at the hospital room where I wa
Ella’s POV “Stay right there Fiona, don’t come any closer.” I heard Jordan say in an angry tone. Is this man even serious? So he had a girlfriend and he behaved that way with me yesterday. Not like I cared about this brat making all this noise at the moment, but I just felt sorry for her that her loving Jordan was a cheat. Suddenly, the attraction I felt towards this man, who was now walking to the door, turned to disgust. “What are you doing here, Fiona? And why are you creating a scene in my home causing trouble?” Jordan said, now standing in front of her and I stood here wanting to disappear in any way that I can. I didn’t want to be part of this drama. “Your girlfriend comes to see you and this is what you have to say to me, Jordan? You have never acted this way toward me, is it because of this lowlife maid?” Fiona asked now looking at me like I was mud under her feet. Maybe I was because I had nothing compared to her. “You don’t get to insult her and I’m going to ask fo
Ella’s POV “Do your jobs properly or you’ll return to where you all came from. Is that understood?” Mrs Denver continued speaking and I could see the fear in the eyes of my colleagues. We are all maids here and we have jobs to do that we can’t afford to lose. Our agency had prepared us to work for Mrs Denver; we scrambled for the job because back in Hong Kong, our living condition wasn’t the best. So I and Maya were extremely happy when we knew we’d be coming to America to work for an influential family. At least we’ll be living our unfortunate lives back in Hong Kong. “Start preparing for my son’s visit; you’re dismissed,” she said as we left her presence back to the various activities we had to carry out. I and Maya were on kitchen duty preparing the food for the afternoon. “I can’t believe you f****d that guy Isabella Ross, you’re such a bad girl” Maya said teasing me and I couldn’t help it but feel shy. Did I really do that? How could I have lost my virginity to a guy