SIX YEARS LATER
Eva“Cory! Anthea! Hurry up your friends are waiting for you!” I screamed in exhaustion towards the empty hallway.“Yes mom!” A chorus answer filled the room before footsteps approached and four little feet drew closer. I smiled fondly at the two eager children in front of me. Cory was still chewing the breakfast I made for him while Anthea had peanut butter stains on her cheek and hand.I lowered to their level and wiped the stains off her hand before facing both of them.“Don't forget what I said. Stay with your teachers all the time and stay safe.”“Yes mom.” They chorused, smiling cheekily. I couldn't help the tears that sprung from my eyes.My son and daughter, the lights of my life.It came as a shock to me that I gave birth to not one but two children. They both looked alike as well, sharing my mocha complexion with only a difference in our eyes and hair.I kissed their cheek and gave them a firm hug before leading them with their small luggage in my hands.Coming outside I gave their things to the teachers and watched them step into the bus for their school trip. I wouldn't see them for a while.I forced my tears back as I waved at them till the bus disappeared from view. I was going to miss them so much.It was unbelievable in a way. In a matter of six years my life had changed so much. I never thought I would have love and a healed heart, but their existence brought new hope into my heart.I didn't have time to stay idle though, I had work to do.Turning away, I moved to my garage and entered my car, driving to my workplace.Immediately I entered the building, I was met with greetings wherever I went. I gave firm nods in response as I passed my colleagues.Immediately I spotted Lucy, my secretary, at my doorway holding a familiar cup I groaned.“You’re a lifesaver.” I thanked her, taking the cup of coffee from her hands as she smiled.“Call me if you need anything Miss Greene.” She bowed before walking away.I entered my office before I took my sip of coffee, staring at the panoramic view the glass offered me.It was a shock when I managed to land an interview in S Corps. In such a short time, I had proven myself and become one of the highest ranking executives. It was something I would've never imagined before, but my hard work paid off. It didn't help the rumours however, especially when he did nothing to curb it.I closed my eyes at the rhythmic knock. I didn't even need to turn around to know who it was.“The kids are on their trip now?” a deep voice came from behind me.I hummed in response and heard his footsteps approaching before the warmth of his body came against mine.“Did you kiss them goodbye for me?” he asked again.A smile grew on my lips as I finally gave in. Spinning around I looked up to face him.Jonathan Salvador, President and Owner of S Corps.And my self proclaimed suitor.“They’re already smitten with you. They told me to send their love to Uncle Jon. There was no need for a kiss.”“Not a problem,” he smiled cheekily, his handsome face and sculpted jawline transformed into a cheeky expression as he leaned in.“No offence to them but there's only one pair of lips I want you to kiss.” he wiggled his eyebrows playfully making me laugh.I never thought I would get tangled up in this kind of relationship, especially considering that he was my boss. I was guarded at first when he took up an interest in me , but he spent his time proving himself and respecting my boundaries. He was equally devoted to my children which made it easier. It was only last year I had given in and accepted him yet we were still taking it slow, limiting things to kisses and touches. “Be serious Jon, what brought you here?” I asked. Despite dating, we still kept our professional boundaries in the office and even though he toed the line with a sneaked kiss here and there, he never came without a reason.His face turned serious immediately, all teasing and humour gone. He let out a sigh, carding through his jet black hair.“I have to travel today for the deal I told you about. Turns out they need my personal appearance there and I don't know when I'll be back.” he said.My heart sank instantly. The deal he was talking about was several months in the making and I knew how vital it was for the company, but it meant that he would be gone for goodness knew how long.“I need you to take a hold of things here for the time being.” He continued, smiling fondly,“One of the major things is a merger with another company and I want to leave it to you. You're the only one I trust to deal with it.”I nodded without hesitation, reaching out to squeeze his hand “I’ll hold the fort here boss. You do your thing.” I tried to joke even though.Immediately his face lightened. He leaned in and gave me a small peck, caressing my cheek before leaving. In less than an hour all the necessary files were sent to me. While I sorted through them Dave, his secretary, explained all the necessary details“it was a large firm like our own, but it was struggling through structural and financial problems. They reached out and agreed to the partnership.”“And who's in charge of them?” I asked as I finally took the file I was searching for.He said something, but my hearing had dulled as I traced through the letters. My blood turned cold as I saw the name on the file.Hello All, Thank you for the love you have given this book. I'm sure you were all wondering if it was discontinued for that I was on a hiatus but that isn't the case. It is truly a difficult feeling when the creative bug hits you at the wrong time and leads you to another rabbit hole. As such I had created not one but two relatively new books which had caused me to neglect this wonderful one. But it will not be for long. I am returning to write Betrayed Love to ensure that everyone gets to see the end of Viktor and Eva's story for good. I hope you are prepared for what you'll find. How is the new book cover? Just like it, time has changed and made my writing better. I am excited to give you a new chapter soon!
EvaShock rang over me in waves as her words rang through my mind. I could feel some people's eyes on mine but I couldn't care less. “Eva?”His voice snapped me back. Looking up I meet Viktor's eyes on mine. The concern clear on his face grounded me a little.Blinking frantically, I shook my head, trying to process.“Can you repeat that?” I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.“I've been arrested.”Julienne repeated through the line and my grip tightened . She didn't sound bothered, her voice completely neutral and dare I say, emotionless. But I knew better.The moment we became friends we'd opened up to each other. She constantly kept her exterior tough out of survival but I knew better than anyone how vulnerable one could be. She was already happy going through college what the hell could have changed?After a few more seconds of silence, a sound I recognized as a sigh came through.“Technically it's not really an arrest. It's the college security that detained me and now I neede
Eva“I'm sorry love, I have to stay here longer.” Jon's voice rang through the phone. “What do you mean? You promised the kids you'd be back for the festival,” I tried to keep my tone neutral even as irritation sprang through me.“I know. Something came up that's really important. I'll make it up to them, I promise.”My jaw clenched in response. “Jonathan, it's been a month. Nearly two since they've seen you.” I said as carefully as I could, yet it was hard to keep my frustrations away from the phone.He sighed, sounding exasperated, like he was the one frustrated.“What do you want me to tell you Eva?” he asked and I snapped.“I want answers!” My voice rose and I shut my eyes instantly to calm down. Once I reeled myself in I spoke again.“Everytime I asked, you constantly told me it was ‘okay’ yet you do this. You've constantly been out of the city doing Goodness knows what. What the hell is wrong with you?”“Nothing's wrong. I just need to work out some things.”“Things that you h
Viktor It took me a few more seconds to process it wasn't her room but ours, or what once used to be. The same room I hadn't touched in months.“It had been six years since I entered, yet the place looked how I remembered. Not a thing out of place,” she said, shaking her head,She took a step closer towards me and close up I saw the walls shift down, the neutral look replaced with something sadder that made my heart clench.“Seeing it made me realize something. I thought I was doing the best I could, keeping my distance. I was still holding you to the past. I thought I'd let go, but when it came to the kids. It reared its head the moment you found out about them." She continued “I’d forgiven but not fully. I was afraid to face that part of myself until last night in the same way I was afraid to face the present you. Even though I knew that you'd changed, a part of me was still holding you to those days wondering if you were going to do something else.”Those last words were like a p
Viktor Hell. That's where I felt like I was right now. I groaned against the blinding lights. Pain hammered through my head. I'd forgotten how bad times like this could be. As I sat up, my memories began to flood back. After leaving her home I had gone to the penthouse. I didn't even know how it started. First it was one drink without hesitation and then another and another until my mind became a blurry haze. Yet I could still recall why it started. I shut my eyes tightly for a different reason altogether. The last sight of Anthea, my daughter, choking because of the candy I bought her. Cory's scream and Eva's green eyes, wild with panic. “Get out.” Eva's words echoed in my mind. The familiar self-loathing and guilt washed over me, threatening to drown me under. Things were getting better, but like always I had ruined everything. Just like that I'd backslid, months of progress gone under the bottom of a bottle. ‘Pathetic’ I scoffed at myself. A flash of a hazy memory sto
EvaThe scent of antiseptic stung my nose as I waited in the hospital lobby.Penelope’s presence helped. She had come in a few moments ago, even while I was spaced out with Cory on my lap. The moment she hugged me, I couldn't stop myself from breaking down again.“Everything’s going to be okay.” She whispered to me. I closed my eyes in response. Goodness knew I wished I could believe it.I didn’t know what to feel. We had gotten her there in time, but I still couldn't get my mind off it. It was just like the second time that this happened. I was on my own, alone, scared.“Miss Greene?” The voice made me look up instantly to find the doctor there. All thoughts slipped by as I stood up carefully.“Doctor? How is my-”“Your daughter is fine,” he said, “you brought her in early so it was just a mild allergic reaction she suffered. She's still asleep but when she wakes up she'll be fully ready to discharge.”A sigh of relief left me instantly. She was fine. My baby was fine.Cory was sti