Chapter two(Get married)
Sapphire's Point Of View: âWhere are you at?" His question made my heart skip a beat. âIâŚwent to get something.âI lied. "Oh. I see. I'm at your house now and I didn't find you. Your mum said she hasn't seen you since last night.â He replied. I waved at a taxi and he stopped before me. I stepped in. âUhhâŚ.yeah, yeah. I was at Tiara's birthday party. I lodged into the hotel last night since it was too late to return home. But I'm heading home, I stopped to get something on my way home.âI lied again. "Sure. I'll be waiting.â He responded. "No, no. You actually don't have to wait for me. I'll take quite a long time before I return. Besides, you should be at work, shouldn't you?â, âOh. Okay then, see you tonight, okay? And get home safe, your mum is worried sick.â He said. "Sure. No problem. Thank you.â, "Bye. Love you.â. I blushed, "I love you more.â. Did I really? Did I actually love him? I just lied to him twice and I just slept with a man, a stranger at that. A STRANGER! What the fuck got over me? Yet I would still stand before Tyler, my boyfriend, and lie right at his face again. Crap! I slammed the door of the car as I alighted. I got into the living room and met Tyler there. My heart raced but it was too late to back out, he noticed me and immediately approached me with his arms wide open for a hug. I walked into his arms. âOh, Tyler, thank goodness I made it. I rushed right here to meet you before you leave.â There it was, another stinking lie. âWhy are you dressed like this? Do not show the world those nips, they belong to me.â He complained. Only if he knew another man sucked on his nips last night. âI'm sorry. They needed some air. I really missed you though.â I moaned. He pecked me on the lips before speaking, âCome on, don't be so clingy. We saw each other two days ago.â. I laughed, "I always want to be with you, by your side. Always. Forever.â. "Oh great, who is proposing?!â Mum's annoying voice interrupted from behind me. I rolled my eyes. Here we have it again, another annoying day with my annoying mother in this building. Only if I could escape all this and get myself a new life. I was actually this close, but Tyler wasn't proposing yet, after four fucking years of dating! I was actually considering doing it myself since he wasn't willing to do it himself. After all, a woman needs to do what a woman needs to do to get what a woman wants, right? And all I wanted now was an actual family and not being stuck with this woman who called herself my mother at the last minute when she never even had time for me when I was young. She starved me of motherly love. She starved me terribly and now wanted to make up for her wrongdoings. Never! She knew I didn't have a father, yet she starved me of having an actual mother who cared. âTyler, you should get to work, okay? I'll see you tonight or tomorrow then." I said, ignoring mum's presence. "Sure.â He said as he let go of me, grabbing his bag from the couch. He then left after planting a kiss on my forehead. I sighed, heading towards the stairs to go to my room. âSapphire." Mum called. I halted, groaning. âWhat?â. "We need to discuss.â She said, I turned back to face her, âYou literally bring up this conversation every single day. No! I haven't gotten a job yet, I'm trying my best. You should also get a job and stop bugging me!â I cooed, not feeling a fiber of pity for her. How would I feel pity for someone who didn't do the same when she was supposed to. A bitter smile found its way to her lips, âNo, not that actually. It'sâŚ. something else.â. âI'm listening." I blurted out. "You may want to sit.â She suggested, moving to where the couch was. She lowered her body and sat. She always says that whenever she knew her 'discussionâ with me would be frustrating. However, I couldn't complain, so I went and sat from a distance. The more I obeyed, the faster the conversation would be over. âWhat?" I asked, looking into her gray eyes. âSapphire, I'm worried about you.â She stuttered, her voice shaky. âHow's that any of my business then?â. "I just- I thought you would lo-â. I cut her off, "Just go straight to the point.â. I crossed my arms. âI'm afraid for you. Your unemployment, your love life and the direction your life is taking. It seems all you care about now is just a normal young adult life. Partying all night and stuff like that. You should get a family life.â She said, letting out a heavy sigh. "Do I look like I'm happy doing these things? I also want a family life. I'm at the brink of proposing to Tyler if he doesn't do it in a few weeks.â I replied, throwing my hands in the air. âN-no. I'm not asking you to do that but you should just get married. This is a secret you shouldn't know, your father left some special assets of the mafia family for you before he died and you are to get married to be eligible. You can only claim those assets when you become 24, and if you don't get married before then, then forget even being the mafia Lord anymore.â She said, averting my eyes. I scrambled for words but I didn't find any. I literally didn't like being the mafia Lord after all and I already brought doom upon our mafia family as I wasn't a competent mafia Lord. I ignored every threat and let them defeat us, I didn't care. Even though I didn't enjoy the position, I didn't know why this revelation hurt. âBut, how does marriage have to do with myâŚ. position?â. She smiled, "Your father's legacy. Aside from the marriage, Sapphire, our Mafia family is getting weak. I'm afraid you're not competent enough as a mafia Lord. You're letting your guard down. You're letting enemies get into your life and you can't even detect who your enemy is and who your alley is. This isn't the Sapphire I know.â. "Why are you giving me these long speeches?â I laughed. âBecause I love y-". Her phone rang, cutting her off. She answered the call and went outside to speak with the person. I wondered if her words were true. A part of me believed it when I didn't want to. I bit the corner of my lower lip as I stared into space trying to navigate my own thoughts. âYeah, she is home now." Her faded voice made its way into the living room. I went up the stairs, heading to my room but I halted when I spotted mum's room's door ajar. It reminded me of last night at the hotel. I sighed, returning my gaze forward to go to my room. I immediately returned my gaze back when I noticed a file on the nightstand. I sneaked into the room to take a look at the file. My name was inscribed boldly at the front of the file. I looked behind me to confirm she wasn't nearby. I flipped the file open, casting my eyes on the content in it. A sharp gasp escaped my lips in shock.Chapter three(intertwined with the CEO)Sapphire's Point Of View:A sharp gasp escaped my lips in shock as mum's voice came from behind.âWhat are you doing here?" She asked. I turned immediately, closing the file.âI- you left your door openâŚâ I stuttered."thanks.â She said, I left the room immediately. My phone rang with a notification. I took it out and saw a message from MI AMOR.I read, 'Hey, Sapphire. You acted a bit off today, are you okay? You can always talk to me. Love you.â.My heart jumped as I read the content of the text. I took deep breaths before replying, âNothing, babe. Thank you. Love you too.â.~âOh. My. God! Yes!!" I screamed as I read the email.'Hello there, we hope this email finds you well. After much consideration and deliberation, we're pleased to announce to you that you successfully secured the job with us. You are to resume work by 8am, March 1st. The location is below:âMy heart skipped a beat at the date. That was today! Crap, I saw the email late. It
Chapter four(sex with a stranger) Landon's Point Of View: I rose up quietly, searching for the sheets, only to notice that bitch had left the hotel. I planned on having another round with her today but she left. Last night was amazing, that bitch wasn't so skilled but she made me feel what really great, the way I never felt with other ladies probably because this was my first time not using a condom. She seemed to be drunk last night which was an extra bonus for me, I did things to her, things that made me feel guilty of attempted murder. My phone rang as I got into my car. âDrive," I ordered the chauffeur who nodded before starting the engine. I answered the call. âHey, Kai.". He replied, âHey. Meet me at that popular bar. What's it called? Yeah, liquor bar.â. "It's too early to be at the bar.â. âI know you're mad at me. But just meet me there,âhe said before ending the call. "Liquor bar.âI said to my chauffeur. He took a sharp left turn immediately. I arrived
Chapter five(A god or demon)Sapphire's Point Of View:A smirk crawled on his face, his blue eyes pinning me again the same way they did a few days ago. My heart ran wild, my grasp tightening on my bag as I tried looking away but I couldn't for some reason. We were intertwined.âSit." He ordered, stretching out his hand to the seat across his. I nodded, flashing him a smile, âthank you, sir." I spoke so nicely that I couldn't help but wonder if it was truly me who spoke. The Sapphire I knew could never speak so nicely to a random man, especially one who I slept with.âCan we meet tonight?â He asked. His questions had my heart thumping hard against my ribcage. I began to stutter.âI-i- s-sure. Of course, I'll b-be here tonight.â I replied."No, no, not here. I mean in that same hotel.â He clarified. I averted his eyes for a while. âCourage, gorgeous.â He repeated those same words he said last night. âYou'll be safe." He added.I nodded, "B-but IâŚ.â"Perhaps my house will be fine then?â
Chapter six(childhood memories)Sapphire's Point Of View:I went home immediately the next day. Last night was one of the hottest nights ever. Mr. Landon exceeded my expectations.He did things to me, I knew it. Things I didn't expect him to do. Things I thought he was joking about.âI won't stop until you beg, until you cry.â I remembered his sexy words.I sighed as I got out of the taxi and went into the house. Mum was there in the living room with some snacks and a blanket as she watched the tv.Crap! I thought she wouldn't be home, but how could I have forgotten that she had no job.She noticed me and immediately sprang out of the couch. âWe have a threat!â She informed me.âWhen did I start taking the mafia family seriously?â I asked, laughing as I threw my bag on the couch.She stretched her hand and placed it on my shoulder. âI thought we talked about this. I understand you want a simple life but it's your responsibility right now, just for a few years. When you get married and
Chapter seven(Sonia is his girlfriend)Sapphire's Point Of View:I got dressed in a black skirt and tucked in white shirt with black corporate heels. I let my beautiful wavy black hair cascade down my back.I got out of the house, bading mum goodbye, pretending as if nothing just happened a few minutes ago.I stopped a taxi and boarded it. After a few minutesâ ride, we arrived at my new workplace; Lanhard Luxe headquarters.The building never failed to amaze me each time I set my gaze on it.I walked in, my black heels clicking against the marble floors as I headed towards the building. I entered and was welcomed with the reception.âGood morning, Sonia." I said, grinning as I walked towards the elevator.The receptionist immediately raised her gaze from the screen before her, to look at me. She threw me a nasty glare but as soon as she noticed my eyes on her, her glare melted into a sweet but forced smile.Okay, strange.I wasn't in the mood for haters, neither was I in the mood to f
Chapter eight(distance from him)Sapphire's Point Of View:Her lips parted as her hand flew to her mouth. The tears finally dropped silently.âL-land- my ri-ng?" She stuttered, shaking in betrayal.âNow get out of my office!" Landon shouted, banging his hand on the desk. I saw the pain in Sonia's eyes and immediately felt sorry for her, even though I didn't really know what heartbreak felt like because Tyler was the only man I loved dearly enough to break my heart but he never dared to break my heart.âBut⌠Landon, I love you and you- love me too. What went wrong?....is. Is it because of her? I- I swear IâŚis this a prank?â She asked, years flowing out of her eyes uncontrollably.âI said. Get. Out. Of. My. Office. Now!!â He yelled, gritting his teeth.She flinched, weeping before scrambling her way out of the office reluctantly.I looked down at my lap, not saying anything.âYou okay?" He asked.Excuse me! How do you expect me to be okay after you just humiliated a human like that. A
Chapter nine(I chooseâŚ.)Sapphire's Point Of View:I looked to my left, looking into a quieter and darker road.For some reason, I heard this tiny voice in my head, 'Go, Sapphire.â. what the fuck?!I gladly followed the voice and went into the road that was as silent, dark and empty as a graveyard. As I walked in, I encountered multiple abandoned buildings.I saw a dimly lit space ahead, it was an opened warehouse. I entered the silent warehouse. It was so silent that my breath echoed in the space.But at least it was lit.A mysterious man emerged from the shadows. He had jet black hair that complimented his midnight blue eyes. His shoulders were broad, making him look more muscular than he actually was.He was quite tall with jaw-dropping looks, not just his looks were jaw-dropping, his enchanting eyes were manipulative. He wore black long leather jacket that reached his knees, they had long strips by the waist. Compliment with a black shirt, and black pants.He steadily approached
Chapter ten(terms and conditions)Sapphire's Point Of View:âI chooseâŚ..â. I sighed, rethinking my decision. I couldn't, I just couldn't choose. It was the toughest decision of my life. I swallowed hard as I thought about it.I didn't know who to choose. Who deserved my trust, just who? How would I know when I basically knew literally nothing about either of them! The only thing that makes a difference is I already had sex with one of them.âI chooseâŚ.. Landon.â I breathed out.I hoped I wouldn't regret my decision later on but I knew Landon and even though I knew he was toxic, it was better to go with him right? Rather than someone I barely knew, someone who was claiming to be the good guy and painting Landon as a bad guy.Yes, Landon was a bad guy, I could tell. But the devil you know is better than the angel you do not know right?I knew Landon would be able to protect me and those I care about but I didn't know this manâs capabilities. And although I knew my love life was at risk