ELENA:The least I could do was to wait for Damian. I was in the office and earlier today, I had looked for Mia at the office, but she wasn't there. I was practically worried and I needed no one to tell me that she was absent just because of me, or she was trying to avoid me as best as she could. I was still feeling so sorry and so bad for ehst I did in yesterday.I shut down my laptop, and decided to go wait for Damian outside the company. I had to just get my mind off Alessandro for good and maybe everything would be okay. The one thing I couldn't afford right now was making the same mistake twice. Alessandro's words earlier today rang in my ears and my cheeks flushed crimson red as I thought about the passionate night we had yesterday. I had been the one who wanted it, and I had even been the one who forced him to do it. Why the hell did I even have to remember it? For some reasons, I wished I could have played ignorant and put the blame on him, thereby saving my own dignity, but t
MIA:I opened my eyes to feel a strong arm around my body, and when I groaned, Jackson grip around my waist tightened. What the hell happened yesterday? I suddenly recalled that I had drank myself to stupor last night after my discussion with Jackson. Maybe I was hurt, hurt about a lot of things and he hsf tried to comfort me.My gaze averted to the wall clock ans I gasped when I saw what the time was.Goodness! I forcefully pulled Jackson's arms away from me and rose to his feet. I watched as he groaned then opened his eyes to stare at me. "What's wrong? Are you okay babe?"I picked up my things and began to put them on one after the other, "I'm fucking late Jackson."He scoffed aloud when I said this, "You're late? Are you forgetting you're the chairman's daughter? You can go to the company whenever you feel like." Hearing this, I couldn't help but frown deeply at him."My dad's watching every of my damn steps Jackson, and he's probably looking for an opportunity or even the slighte
MIA:This was bad! This was so fucking bad, and the more I stared at it, the angrier became. Was Elena doing this intentionally? My grip on the cell phone tightened, and when I couldn't contain the anger anymore, I smashed it so hard on the floor with my heavy breath.Everyone turned their heads to stare at me, but I screamed,"What the fuck are you all looking at? Go back to your fucking businesses else you'll all be fired immediately." I yelled and they all began to scurry away that instant including the lady I had smashed her cell phone. I felt the urge to pull my hairs and cause myself so much pain so I would be hold in this anger and pain that I was feeling at the moment. What the hell was wrong? Every damn thing seemed to be going wrong since Elena's return and I lost control of everything, even the trust that I had from some of father's friends friend and directors. Those hypocrite switched sides immediately they saw Elena.As I thought, I discovered that maybe all I needed at
DAMIAN:Daniel called me when I had almost gotten to Elena's company, and when I answered the call, I heard what the hell was happening."What?""Check the internet? It's everywhere." I ended the call without letting Daniel speak further, and immediately checked the media. The very moment I saw what was trending, I halted my car so I could check again. Damn it! It was fucking real. These were photos of Elena and Alessandro together at a bar and every damn comment speaks bad about Elena. I hit the car steering wheel hard grunting in anger and asking myself why that son of a bastard had to come this far. Was it to fucking taint Elena's image when he damn know how hard she was working to restore her image that he had destroyed years ago.I ignited the engine immediately and began to head to Elena's company. I had to hurry up before she sees this. It took me about 20 minutes to get to the company, and when I did, I ran up to Elena's office, but it was empty. "Sir, Ms Elena's out." I hear
:DAMIAN:Elena's words struck in my ears, and it got me really surprised at the same time. I continuously stared at her, knowing fully well what her plans were, and to me this was an opportunity."What happened last night?" The question came rather too fast, and when she avoided my gaze by looking away, I realized that I shouldn't have asked her this question so fast."I'm sorry. I shouldn't....""I went for a drink after what happened at the office. I was devastated, confused, heartbroken, and I needed to clear my head at the moment."I heaved deeply, focusing on the road. "Alessandro came to check over me, but I had no idea he was the one when I first saw him, and...." She paused, but then continued, "He helped me. I had absolutely no idea a paparazzi was gonna take those stupid photos of us.""It's okay, Elena, we'll find a way to sort this out before it gets out of hand.""That's why we need to get married as soon as possible. If we wanna clear those rumors, then let's get marri
MIA:As soon as I got to Jackson, I ran into his arms and began to cry out loud because I was hurt too. Even I had a heart, a heart that everyone always leaves broken without a second thought. "It's okay, Mia, it's okay." Jackson comforted as he rubbed my hair gently while I continued to cry. I was hurt more because it was Alessandro, and deep down, I wished it was someone else. More hurt because he wouldn't care and nothing I do seems to get his attention.Jackson made me sit down on the couch after a few minutes of crying and when I sat down, I wiped the tears at the brim of my eyes, and took a deep breath in so I could feel relief. I was here to tell Jackson that I couldn't wait anymore, in fact, I couldn't wait an entire week for Elena to be gone, and if he couldn't do the job perfectly, then I was willing to hire someone else to do it."Tell me your plans Jackson. I don't think I wanna seat back and wait for your anymore.""Just a little bit more patience and she'll be gone, tr
ELENA:I woke up to a swollen eyes, and a blurry vision which made me unable to see properly. When mu vision became a little bit clear, I rose to my feet and headed straight for the bathroom so I could wash my swollen face.A few minutes afterwards, I was done. Standing right in front of the large mirror, I stared at myself, and heaved. As I turned my gaze towards the drawer which was close to the bed, my eyes caught hold of my phone. For a second, I was dying to check those posts and see how far it had gone. I even recalled my dad's call, and fear gripped me immediately as I hoped that getting married to Damian tomorrow would make all the rumors vanish into thin air. At least I had to try because that was my last option. My greatest fear at the moment was history repeating itself, Ns I disappointing my pack and my family.I picked up my phone from the table and unlocked it. I had to be brave and face whatever that has been done. The very moment I went on the internet and searched fo
MIA:I knew who Tristan Thompson was, and as I kept standing at Alessandro's door, I knew he was gonna come out, or let me in. I patiently waited, counting every damn seconds, and just before I utter the word 20, I heard the door knob creak even though it had taken longer than I expected.A little smirk crept on my lips as I watched the door slowly open, and when Alessandro showed his face to me, that smirk disappeared."You decided to come out simply because I have information on your mortal enemy?""I've told you times without number, Mia, you and I are simply together because of what you offered in the past. There's only a few more days for all that to be over, and I don't ever plan on renewing the contract no matter what it is that you have to offer.""Then you wouldn't wanna know where Tristan Thompson and his family are?" I moved closer to Alessandro with just two steps and continued, "Hus family destroyed your father's reputation, they made your father kill himself when you wer
MIA:I knew who Tristan Thompson was, and as I kept standing at Alessandro's door, I knew he was gonna come out, or let me in. I patiently waited, counting every damn seconds, and just before I utter the word 20, I heard the door knob creak even though it had taken longer than I expected.A little smirk crept on my lips as I watched the door slowly open, and when Alessandro showed his face to me, that smirk disappeared."You decided to come out simply because I have information on your mortal enemy?""I've told you times without number, Mia, you and I are simply together because of what you offered in the past. There's only a few more days for all that to be over, and I don't ever plan on renewing the contract no matter what it is that you have to offer.""Then you wouldn't wanna know where Tristan Thompson and his family are?" I moved closer to Alessandro with just two steps and continued, "Hus family destroyed your father's reputation, they made your father kill himself when you wer
MIA:As I shut the door to my office and locked it, I received a call but didn't pick it up until I got to my car. I had to hasten my steps because I was eager for the call and I had been expecting it.Maybe because I had it in mind that it was my time to put everyone in their places. I had gone through fucking enough already and to even know that both Alessandro and Damian were on Elena's side was the most painful part of everything. As I got to my car and shut the door, I answered the call when it came again, and placed the phone right next to me."Hey, what took you so long?""I'm sorry, but I was trying to confirm my suspicious after what I found out.""That's good, at least you found out something. so tell me what's it." "There's a lady, ma'am. A lady by the name Amanda, buy I have absolutely no idea who she is. They were together, and I saw him drop her off at a local street in dark moon pack.""A lady?" I questioned myself, but decided to allow him continue, "I couldn't find he
ELENA:I watched Damian effortlessly paced to and fro around the living room while holding his phone, and staring at it every 5 minutes. He would say some words under his breath, and shut his eyes in frustration at some point in time and even I couldn't think properly with whatever he was doing.Although I was still trying to understand the reason why Damian had left the wedding in such a state after hearing something from Daniel, but that wasn't the most important thing. The most important thing was telling him the truth about Alessandro and I. I didn't know how Damian would take the news or if he would even help me if I told him about the news, but I had to somehow.I cleared my throat aloud, expecting him to give me attention, but Damian didn't. He didn't also stop pacing and that got me to stand on my feet and walk towards him. I touched his shoulders, which made him stop pacing, and then I made him look at my eyes,"What's wrong Damian? If you're desperately waiting for a call, th
DAMIAN:I wasn't tired of trying, and neither was I tired of trying to find out exactly who Amanda's mother was. I stepped out of the company and headed straight for the hospital, and when I arrived, I had to look around again to ensure that I wasn't being followed just like before.When I was assured that nobody was behind me, I walked into the hospital and headed for Amanda's ward. It's been two days she's here now, and I got absolutely nothing for her. Today, u wanted thing to be different because I felt Amanda was right. If I was the good guy, then there was no need to keep her locked up. She would never learn to open up to me if I did.I rasped a knock on the door and when it was opened, I stepped in to see her seated on the bed but she was backing Daniel."What's wrong?""She has been like this without moving, and I can't seems to get her out of that position."I walked towards Amanda and laid my hands on her shoulder, but she didn't move. "Hands off." She uttered with a cold a
MIA:I sat on the three seater sofa, waiting patiently for Alessandro's return, but he didn't come home up until late midnight. When I felt tired and gave up all hopes, I laid down on the sofa and Fe asleep only to wake up the next morning.Alessandro didn't come home tonight.It meant two things,It was either he had spent the night with Elena or he was somewhere else doing his normal dangerous job with his enemies. I rose to my feet and headed straight for the stairs so I could go get prepared and leave for work. About 30 minutes later, I was done preparing and ready to go. As I got outside the house, I noticed a new car amongst the cars in the compound and it didn't take me long to recognize it as Elena's car. I scoffed aloud, not even my eyes, and the fact that all this had been going for a long time and yet I failed to even notice it.Not wanting to be late for work, I found my car keys and headed straight to my car. As I got in, I ignited the engine and drove away to the compan
MIA:Jackson and I had decided not to meet up in his house. I parked my car right in front of a narrow path, ensuring that there was no passerby, when I opened the car door, Jackson stepped out from one of the corners around and immediately got into the car, shutting the door immediately he stepped inHe took off his glasses and laid back on the seat."Fuck, this is damn stressful. Why can't we meet at an hotel or something?""Because for fuck sake you dummy, Elena's beginning to suspect me, and this time, I think Elena's working with Alessandro. In fact, she's working pretty fine with Alessandro knowing fully well that's he's my husband, and what he did to her in the past."I was fucking confused at the moment."Damian too. I think all three of them are working together so we have to be extremely careful Jackson. No more constant meeting and most importantly, no sex and funny games on anyone. You should try and stay on a low key, also hide your identity as much as possible. Elena kno
DAMIAN:I parked my car in the mansion and stepped out from it, tucking my two hands into my pocket as I walked in to go see my dad. When I arrived, dad was with two of his friends, and the moment he spotted me, there was a look of disappointment in his face.I immediately took my gaze away, heading towards the stairs because I knew I had to wait till he would be done with his friends. About 2 hours later, I came back downstairs, and thankfully, his friends were gone.I didn't wait for permission, but took my seat and waited for him to speak first. That was how spoilt I was and my dad didn't really see an offense in that. Since I was an only heir and only son, I always got whatever I wanted."What happened at the wedding?"I had already planned everything I needed to say to him today. "Some of the packs property were being destroyed by rogues. I couldn't just stand back and watch.""Why wasn't I informed any of this?""Daniel found out too late and he was hurt by them. We had no idea
MIA:"The wedding was cancelled!" I questioned as Elena broke the news to dad. I was expecting him to yell at her and say all sort of things. To call her names and scold her, but he calmly asked,"Why?" He simply asked, and because of this, I widened my eyes in shock wondering what was going on."Do you know what you've done. How do you want to explain to the public about the photos released days ago? Do you want them to begin their suspicions again? This is a really dangerous step to take Elena. We need that wedding to hold."Dad cocked his head towards me, and said, "I wasn't talking to you Mia. Elena, answer the question.""Damian's going through some hard times right now, and I'm trying to be there for him. We just wanna get to know each other more and.more importantly, this decision came from Damian. You don't have to worry dad, he was the one who took down the photos so he knows what he's doing.""How do we ought to gain favor from his pack if you two don't get married right awa
AUTHOR'S POV:Amanda still laid on the bed with her gaze facing the wall, and even though she knew Damian had walked away, she didn't want to turn her head because she had tears in her eyes.Daniel could have left her to die when the rogues had attacked her and not saved her because that was exactly what she wanted. There was fear in her heart, and even though Amanda knew how to act pretty strong in front of people, she only breaks down when she's alone.Daniel didn't move an inch from the entrance where he stood watching over Amanda, but he could hear her whispers as she cried. One moment, he wanted to take steps closer to her, and them maybe try to comfort her, but the thought of Amanda snapping at him made him discard the thought from his mind immediately, and replace it with minding his own business.Daniel had never been afraid of a lady before, but for Amanda, it was quite different, especially the day she had found out it was him who nearly ran her over. The look on her face th