ALVIRA’S POVSighs.I have never felt this happy and relaxed in a long time. Life really took a great turn for me when it led me to Carter. True, there had been a few times where I had been so close to cursing the day I met him but recently, he had been going out of his way to prove to me that he really deserved the second chance that I had given to him. It was so blissful, I could not understand how we had gotten to this point but I would have it no other way. Life was finally going well. Things between Carter and I were good and we were waving stronger. Clarissa was doing well with her recovery and was going to be discharged very soon and I could not wait to have her back in the States. I have missed her so dearly and even though we talked on the phone for hours, I could not wait to see her in person and resume our late night sleepovers with junk food. Classes have been going on smoothly and I am left with one more semester before I can finally get my degree. I could not wait to
ALVIRA’S POVThe countdown has officially begun. In a week’s time, I would finally be reunited with my best friend, my sister from another mother and my confidant. Yes, you guessed it right, Clarissa was finally going to be discharged and cleared from the hospital. I have missed her so dearly and as much as I have enjoyed the time Carter and I had, I would happily give anything to be reunited with her once again. I remember the night she had spoken to her doctor and gotten the information. The look on her face was priceless and I was sure my face also mirrored hers.I had gone into mama bear mode again, just the same way I had been when we had gotten the news that she was to leave. I had put in all my energy to make sure that everything she would need to settle back in easily was in place. I started saving every dime I could spare to make sure that I had everything in place.I had also begun deep cleaning the house. As much as I would love to be able to share stories of our escapade
CARTER’S POVI have had just about enough about this Carmen or Crystal or whatever her name is, craziness. Times like these were exhausting because I hated that I had to always emphasize on Alvira being on her own and having a mind of her own. But she was always hanging on every word that sick friend of hers said and it was tiring. Fuck! I need a drink. I walked over to the mini fridge and pulled out a bottle of vodka. Grabbing a glass on my way back, I poured a generous amount and gulped it down, welcoming the burn that followed it down my chest. I sat back down, looking through the pile of paperwork that never seemed to end and deciding to work on them to distract myself, feeling angry at nothing in particular. I have been under a lot of stress lately, from work, from the club and most especially, from the bastard that unfortunately for me, became my father. I remember our last meeting like it was just this morning. I ran my hand through my hair, leaving a trail of tousled hairs
CARTER’S POVI should have known that hanging out with Larry would turn out to be a terrible idea because his idea of two drinks was never just two drinks. It was actually two crates with two endless supplies of shots and two endless arrays of women. I was high, and tipsy and super horny. It felt like ages since I had felt this way and for a minute, I had to admit that I enjoyed it and had really missed the thrill of being around these thirsty whores and feeling like a fucking royal. It felt good to have these bitches at my beck and call doing whatever I ask them to just for a chance to get with me and have a share of my money. With my being split between focusing on work and getting my own business to expand and grow out of my father’s name, yes, after the bullshit stunt my fuvking sperm donor pulled, threatening me about taking me off his will and leaving me with fuvking nothing, I had to sit up and start getting myself on my feet. And that meant having to pull up my savings and s
CARTER’S POVThis was the shit I was talking about. I felt good. Like so much had been removed from my shoulders and I could finally breathe. I could finally think clearly and I loved the feeling. This was the life I had been missing and a massive shoutout to the beautiful people of Cuba for making such amazing cigars. Alright, now I am really high. I laughed at my own thoughts, taking another long inhale before pausing it back to Larry who was already looking way too far gone for his own good. “Now, this is what I am talking about.” I said, relaxing and leaning back on the couch. My eyes opened and I was met with the sight of a pair of huge melons hanging from the lady who was standing behind me. Somewhere along the line, Larry had gotten some of the ladies to be brought here. I scoffed. Typical Larry had brought the party back to his office. The ladies behind us were giving us massages and I had to admit that her hands were heavenly. I could feel the knots and kinks around my
ALVIRA’S POVHe did not call. He hung up on me and has not called back in days. This was the third day and Lord knows I have been worried sick about him. I had tried to reach him countlessly but it had all been to no avail. I had been worried sick and I could not get any sleep. It had been hell and it was so sad that it happened in a time when there was no one else that I could run to for help. Clarissa was far away in a whole other continent and the only other person I had in my life was not talking to me or picking my call. I had also gone over to his apartment to see him and I had been told he had not gotten back home from the office and he did not come back for the next two days. I know because I had waited all through. All I ever wanted was for the two people who held all of my heart in their hands to just look past their differences and just be friends. Clarissa has always been very protective about me and has always been the mother I never had and I have always held her op
CARTER’S POVUgh! My head hurts like a fucking bitch. I groaned, opening my eyes only to immediately shut them back up. The lights were so fucking bright, it felt like they were going straight to my soul. My head felt like a thousand freight trains were going round and round in my head and my mouth felt sore and dry like a giant sandpaper had been used to run through it before leaving it to dry. Fuck me! I know I said it before but this time, I was really going to kill that son of a bitch Larry and have his head on a fuvking pike. This was the only downside to hanging out with him and allowing him to influence my decisions. “Fuck!” I groaned, using my hands as a shield to protect my eyes as I tried to open them again. With some struggle, I managed to turn over to the other side so I was backing the curtains. What time is it? And how long have I been out for?It has been months since I had a run like this at the club. I frantically ran my hands around the bed and bedside table tryi
CARTER’S POVSomehow, I had allowed Larry to take me away from my life for four days. How that had happened was still a mystery to me. However, I can not deny the fact that to a large extent, it turns out that I indeed needed some time away from the never ending roller coaster of my life. Of course when I had queried him about it, he had mentioned that I had been the one to instigate it, ‘pleading and begging him to take me away from my life so I can just rest. I guess I really was going through a lot at the time, I was not sure. What I was sure of, though, is that I was never going to ever go on a drinking or smoking spree with this bandit. Here I was, looking like I had been fucked over a million times and there he was, looking like he had a drop of alcohol, looking all responsible with his suit and tie and cufflinks and me, looking like the delinquent, with my hair all greasy and messed up. I could not even remember the last time I had a proper bath. I sat up, taking the last b
Alvira’s POVThe hospital room was quiet. I lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling, feeling like a hollow shell. My heart ached, and my mind wouldn’t stop replaying what happened. Lucas was sitting by the window, scrolling through his phone. He hadn’t said much, but his presence was comforting in a strange way. Suddenly, his phone buzzed. He glanced at the screen, stood up, and walked over to me. “It’s Clarissa,” he said softly. “She’s been trying to reach you. You should talk to her.” Hearing her name made my chest tighten. Clarissa was my best friend…..more like my sister. She must’ve been worried sick. I hesitated, then slowly took the phone from Lucas. “Clarissa?” I said in a shaky voice. “Alvira!” Her voice was loud, filled with relief and worry. “Oh, thank God! Are you okay? Where have you been? I’ve been calling and calling! I was so scared something happened to you!” Tears stung my eyes. “I’m so sorry,” I whispered. “I didn’t mean to make you worry. I left my phone
CARTER’S POV“Why does your father always feel the need to give you these tests for you to prove yourself?” I turned to look at him. It was my turn to look confused. “What do you mean?” I asked, my voice taking a defensive tone. He raised his hands. “I don’t mean to sound disrespectful neither am I trying to accuse anyone of anything. I just feel like this is something that keeps recurring and I just wanted to address it.” He said, shrugging. “I am listening.” I replied. “Okay, well, have you ever noticed how every single time since we were in middle school how your old man always found a way to incorporate some sort of ‘test of strength’ for you just so you could prove yourself?” He asked. I thought about it. I did not know where he was going with this but I decided to oblige him. If it was something that was bothering him, then it must be something that is really serious. However, I was not about to just give him a direct answer. I needed him to explain himself very well befor
CARTER’S POVLife could not be any better. I was having the best fun of my life with my one and only friend , Larry, surrounded by pretty women who were all vying for my attention. I was stupid rich, with so much money to spend that I didn't even know the first thing to do with it. We had successfully signed off on our company. And with it, came a throng of investors who had sunk their millions of dollars worth of shares and stocks into. We were finally above ground and now, we were on track to becoming one of the largest corporations in the country. Above all, I had finally proven to my father that I was more than able to be the man he thinks I am not. I proved to him that I had the ability to break hearts and not look back. I was as devious as they came and I was excellent at the game of manipulation. And if I was going to run a successful multimillion dollar company, I needed to master that skill. I remember the night after I had finally revealed my plans and broken Alvira’s hea
ALVIRA’S POVUgh, my head hurt so bad. It felt like a thousand trains had run through my head at the same time. I felt so paralyzed and weak. I tried to move my body but realized that it hurt to even think. I took a deep breath, willing myself to finally open my eyes. Why did my eyelids feel like they were made of lead? I tried to open them, the pain in my body excruciating. What happened? Why did it feel like I was being confined to a bed?My throat was so dry. It felt like someone had run a million sandpapers on it. I definitely did not like this feeling. My toes also felt numb and cold. I tried to wiggle them but felt the same disappointment as it did not work. You can do this, Alvira. Come on. I took another deep breath and slowly willed my eyelids to open, cracking them open slightly only to shut them back, groaning. Why was it so bright? I tried to raise my hands to block the light but I could not. “Hey! Oh thank goodness you are finally awake.” A voice said, very faintly.
ALVIRA’S POV“Hey, sweets.”I turned. It was the man of my dreams, his smile was still enough to make me weak in the knees. “Carter! Oh! How I have missed you.” I said, running over to his arms. “Where have you been? I have missed you.” I said into his chest. “Please do not ever leave me alone again. I can not endure that.” I pleaded, holding him tight. “Just take a look at how pathetic you look, you disgust me with your weakness and timidity.” I raised my head, horror coating my face as I stared at the face of the one man I had ever loved. His smile was gone, now replaced by a look of utter disdain. “Carter…” “Do not ‘Carter’ me. I have always known you to be a weak little thing and never having the balls to stand up for yourself. Of course, you would run over to this place just to hide. You have always been so pathetic and it is so appalling to watch you. I mean, have you no shame?” He sneered. “Carter, please. Just tell me what you want me to do and I promise to be that for y
ALVIRA’S POVThis place was quiet and calm, just how I liked it. For the first time ever, I was finally at rest. I could finally rest. With no barriers, nothing stopping me, no one to worry about me. I could finally take a break. I look around me and realize that once again, I am left alone. However, this time feels different. It feels somewhat peaceful. Like I can finally breathe. I find myself back in the park, just by the lake. The cool evening breeze hits my brain, and I take a deep inhale. This feels so good. It is all I have ever needed and at this moment, my only wish was that I could remain in this place forever. I watch as the breeze sets a small wave over the lake, the soft sound from them clashing against the shore mixed with the whistle of the leaves on the trees overlooking the lake.I take a seat on the bench by the shore, taking in another deep breath. This felt better than great. I took in another deep breath, I could get used to this. The sun was setting and I sat
ALVIRA’S POVI walked out.I did not stop. I just kept walking. My mind was numb. My eyes were empty from having cried all through and right now, there were no more tears left to cry. I just kept walking. I walked out of the penthouse, hearing the sound of giggles from the ladies but not caring to turn back to see what was going on. I had seen and heard enough. I walked into the elevator and just stared ahead of me, seeing nothing in front of me as I waited to get out. Soon, the doors opened and I walked out of the elevator, my legs on autopilot as they carried me out of the building. I vaguely heard the doorman greeting me as I walked by but I was numb to even fake a smile and respond to him. I walked past the security and out of the gate, my legs turning left and moving back the same direction I had come in. It was a gated estate so unless you had a car, you had to walk all the way to the gate. So I walked. I walked all the way down to the gate which was about eight miles but t
ALVIRA’S POVMy world was spinning. Nothing made sense to me. How was I supposed to take in the fact that my boyfriend had not really been my boyfriend, but instead, it was I who was the pawn he had used in this twisted game between him and his father?“So, everything, every single day was a lie. Every conversation, every time we hung out, every word you said to me, every single time I opened up to you, you mean to tell me that none of that, not even one, meant anything to you?” I asked. It was a surprise to me how steady my voice was when on the inside, I could feel myself dying. Every fiber of my being, every nerve ending, every single part of me was crumbling right now. I could not believe that this was happening right now. This had to be some sick joke. I ran a hand through my hair frantically pacing around the living room. Carter cackled, his laugh so evil and twisted. I paused in my steps and turned to look at him. He looked so different. Like he was possessed. This was defini
ALVIRA’S POV“C- Carter?”“What the hell are you doing here? Williams, who the hell let her in?” I could barely move my eyes. I could not believe my eyes. What was going on? How? When? Why? No, this has got to be a dream. Yes, that was the only way to explain this situation. I was dreaming. This was nothing but a bad dream and I was going to wake up any moment from now. I pinched myself over and over to try to wake up from the dream, the pain shooting up my leg telling me that this was not a dream but reality. “I don’t know sir, I did not hear the bell ring or anything so she must have let herself in. I only met her on my way up and I tried to stop her. I am very sorry sir.” I heard Williams mutter from behind me but I could barely move my head. My eyes were stuck on the view in front of me. How could he do this to me? To us? After everything we have been through. What did I do to deserve this? Tears welled up in my eyes, blurring my vision as I remained rooted in my spot. “How?