I scrolled through my notifications bar, checking for any important mail or notification when I saw Bella's calls that I missed. Since I had nothing to do and I was in a place where there was no noise, I decided to call Bella.It was as if she had been expecting my call; she picked up instantly and
I pressed my palm on the partition, willing it to swallow me as Mark intently stared at me in silence, the rage on his face made my heart skip beats. I could almost hear the fast beating of my heart as I tentatively watched him, panicked."You're in the lady's restroom," I uttered helplessly. Perhap
He hands started to move his hands again, his gaze locked on mine, daring me to make a move. I wanted to shout but his fingers dug into my thigh and he didn't even need to say anything for me to get the message - don't even dare!I closed my eyes and bit my lip as I fleetingly felt Mark's fingers gr
Sydney 's POV:"Sydney, are you okay? The doctor said…"I tuned out and everything Lucas said fell on deaf ears. First, I felt the surface I laid on; it felt familiar. I recognized the shirt I had on; it was one of Lucas'.Immediately I woke up, I had a quick replay of the last time I was awake. I r
"I am. Let's get out of here. Away from all these people. You could even build a branch for your business there."My heart warmed at his good intentions and my lips stretched into a smile. "I would like to,"I I started, "but I still have some things to take care of here. Once I wrap up things at the
My body went rigid and blood drained from my face."I will text her the hospital address," Mark said then the line went dead."Oh God," sensing the urgency of the situation, Lucas quickly rolled off me and I jumped out of bed. "Lucas, I need to get there quickly." I didn't bother to search for the c
"I am here now, Grandma," I sobbed."Thank you," she whispered and closed her eyes for a few seconds and I could tell that she was in pain. She was in so much pain, she just didn't want us to see itShe stroked my hair and held my gaze. There was a sad and regretful smile on her lips, "You know, I a
Sydney 's POVGrandma Doris smiled at Mark and mouthed, "Thank you."Mark nodded, tight lipped. Then Grandma turned to me, "Where is Lucas? Did he come with you?""Yes," I answered quickly. I know Lucas was itching to see her too. "He's waiting outside.""Let him in, I would like to see him too," Do