Third-person POVDavid was back in the capital for the first time since the latest round of media criticism had hit him. He kept a hat pulled low to cover his hair and wore dark sunglasses, hoping to avoid recognition.But even if someone did notice him, he had legitimate enough reasons to be there.
“That was strange,” he commented, his tone casual but watchful.“She seemed young,” I replied, shrugging. “She’s probably just nervous.”James shrugged noncommittally, and we fell into a comfortable silence as we walked back toward Alexander's office. I took a sip of my tea. It was sweet as usual, b
Ella POVAt the sound of David's name, James stood from his seat. He moved in front of me, his arm stretched out protectively. He didn’t know David, but his sharp gaze locked onto the man who was rapidly closing the distance between us.David must have realized he’d been spotted because suddenly sto
I tried to turn, desperate to run in the opposite direction, but my body wouldn’t cooperate. The vertigo hit me like a wave, making it impossible to stay upright.With each step I attempted, nausea surged. The world tilted, and I felt my strength slipping away.I staggered, holding myself up against
Ella POVThe elevator doors slid open, and David scooped me up in one swift motion. I struggled, pushing against him with all my strength, but it did nothing to break his grip. His hold was unyielding as he stepped out into the hallway.Then he started running. The jarring motion of his sprint sent
I turned my head away, tears falling down my cheeks.“I wonder what’s more valuable,” David mused. “I could blackmail you and get the wealth your pack has to offer.” He moved to the foot of the bed and grabbed my ankle, pulling me towards him. “Or, I could make you a movie star and make a fortune se
The sound of Alexander’s voice spurred David into action, but he wasn’t fast enough. With two loud bangs, the door burst open. Alexander strode in, a look of anger on his face. His eyes fixed on me immediately and i saw the expression freeze as he took in the scene.David was standing between me and
Ella POVA chill ran through me, and goosebumps rose along my arms. There was so much intensity in Alexander's words that I didn’t doubt for a second he meant them.I watched as David paused, the gravity of the situation sinking in. But after a moment, he shook off his hesitation and lunged forward,