I look into Derrick’s eyes, and I can see hurt, but I don’t understand why. We have only hung out twice. He promised not to call me Annie anymore and we had fun, but he had called a girl over right after I left to “heal” him. He is ZERO reasons to be mad or jealous. I was feeling guilty but now I stop myself. A new feeling has taken its place; anger.“Excuse me?” I ask with my eyebrows raised. Derrick stares at me for a moment with his face frozen in shock, “Is there a reason why I can’t date, Seth?” I ask with annoyance. Derrick’s face finally moves, and he looks down, shaking his head, “No, Seth deserves a date, I guess. In fact, I don’t think he has ever had one.” He chuckles.This annoys me further. Why does everyone make fun of Seth? He seems fine to me. Even more so, he’s on the same playing field as me, nerdy and underestimated. “He seems sweet!” I shoot back, venom-coating my words, “And you know what else, he’s not a player, Derrick. You seem shocked but we aren’t dating o
Stalker POVI have been following my beautiful Audrey whenever I can. I felt so terrible that night she chased me, and she fell. I wanted to turn around and go help her. I wanted to make sure she wasn’t hurt; she is my everything, but I couldn’t. My same plan is in place. I just need to get her to trust me and tell me all her secrets. I will earn that trust slowly. I get closer to her every day. I watch every morning as she walks to class. Her blonde hair is always lovely. Braided, straightened or in a ponytail, she is perfect. The way her feet pace the pavement with fierce determination. She knows the campus is uninviting to her, but she doesn’t care. She is determined to be the best lawyer this school has ever created, and I amend her for it. We will be a power couple.I have no real intentions of hurting her, but I need to scare her. I am afraid Sunday will not go as she has planned. I am not sure what her plan is, but she will not catch me, ever. I will be the one to save her fr
I finally wipe all my tears and sigh, laying in my bed. I look at Karen’s empty neat bed and my heart hurts. I couldn’t tell Detective Lolly the truth that I was being blackmailed. It just wasn’t an option, but he also seemed to think Karen was being targeted so maybe wasn’t related to me. With that thought, I feel like 100 pounds has been lifted off my shoulders. My phone buzzes and I sit up, grabbing it out of my purse, “We still on?”I stare at the red envelope I set on my desk; I don’t want to know what it says, yet. I want to forget this whole thing ever happened. Maybe I can; just for tonight? I smile at Daniel’s text but frown. I want to go but at the same time, my roommate is in the hospital, and I am being blackmailed. I don’t really feel like having fun but then again, maybe I need some to keep the stress level down.“Yes, meet me at my dorm at 7 PM,” I reply, looking at the time. It’s 6 pm and that gives me plenty of time to pick a killer outfit and look fabulous. I can’t
The white powder crunches under my flats and I shiver as Daniel looks at me, “So, where do we start? Mulligans or Loonies?” he smirks, pointing to the two bars that are across the street from one another.I look at both buildings and then at the snow. I could care less which one we go to. They both have an Irish feel, but both will be filled with the arrogant, rich assholes that I have to deal with daily, so it doesn’t matter. “Mulligans,” I say giddily, as I grab Daniel’s arm. Tonight will be different because I said so.“Sounds good to me and remember, don’t dream of buying one drink. It’s all on me tonight.” Daniel says as he leads the way across the street. Cars pass by and the snow falls as I look around; it’s beautiful.We get to Mulligans’ front door and Daniel grabs the handle, “Remember, you are beautiful when you smile.”I look at Daniel and flip my hair, “I am beautiful even when I grimace.” I tease.Daniel laughs and pulls the front door open, talking, and loud laughter
My head is spinning, and I know I am drunk as we sit down. I have barely eaten today and now have drunk too much, too quickly. A waitress walks by, and I smile, grabbing her attention, “Can we please have some baked potato fries.” I ask. She smiles and nods, “Sure thing, anything for you?” she asks Daniel, eyeing him; he is a handsome man. Daniel shakes his head, and she walks away, smiling. “You have an admirer.” I grin at him.He grins back as he looks around him, “And you have several. You are hot, Audrey and you look incredible tonight.” I giggle as I hold up my glass so we can clink them together and take a deep breath. I am being stared at but I hadn’t noticed. “Okay, you can keep big secrets, right?” I ask himDaniel takes a sip of his drink and smiles, “Of course, Audrey. You are my best friend. I would never tell your secrets.” He says, taking my hand. I smile back and sigh, leaning toward him.“Good, because I have many.” I sigh. Daniel’s eyes light up and he sits next to
Mark and I climb into his car together and I can tell he is nervous, “To the Villa.” He tells the driver. The driver nods, closing our car door and gets back into the driver’s seat. Mark pushes a button and the in-between screen that separates us closes.I look at Mark and smile, but I can no longer contain myself. I have drunk too much and am so horny, I climb onto his lap and straddle him as I kiss his neck, “Audrey, we shouldn’t. You are so drunk.” He groans. I can feel his dick against my leg, and I grind myself against it.He groans louder and I grab his hand, putting it on my thigh and sliding it up as I giggle, “Mark, please...” I whisper, “it’s been so long since I have been with a man I actually like..” I confess. Mark grabs my chin and looks into my eyes, “You like me?” he asks.I nod, “I do, I have been looking forward to brunch since you asked.” I smile, looking deeper into his eyes. Mark reaches in and kisses me deep as his hand slides further up my thigh and then breaks
I splash Mark and giggle as I look at the bubbles in the hot tub. He smiles at me and pulls me into his lap, and I nuzzle into him, feeling comfortable. My drunkenness has now subsided, and I just feel calm and completely relaxed. Mark leans his chin into my shoulder and lets out a happy sound, “This is the most fun I have had in years.”I giggle, “Me too, actually. Your house is amazing, “I say looking around this room that holds a pool with a waterslide and then this giant hot tub on the side.Mark smiles and hums into my ear, “It’s not when you have no one to share it with.”I turn around and now straddle him once more in the hot tub, taming his wild red hair, “Don’t you have a family?” I ask.Mark nods, “Yes but that’s complicated. My aunt left me her business, but my family is jealous she did. They want me to share my success with them. They say I haven’t truly earned it because Aunt Betty started the store and I just managed to bring it globally once she passed away.”I shake my
Mark stirs beside me and my eyes open slowly. The room is still dark, and I look at my watch. Shit, it’s 3 PM! Mark smiles as he rolls over and faces me, “This was one of the best nights of my life.” He says, looking into my eyes. I smile back and he kisses my forehead, “Come on, let’s shower and then eat some late lunch. We can hang out more tonight or I can have a car take you back to campus if you need to work.”I lean in and kiss his lips; I would love to spend all night with Mark once again, but I have a date with Seth tonight and he is like Mark and myself in many ways; underestimated and smart. I refuse to break our date and let his confidence fall. “This was seriously so fun, Mark. I do have plans tonight, but I would like to keep our brunch plans on Sunday.”He nods and kisses my lips, pulling back and gently moving hair from my eyes, “I understand. I know you are a busy woman. I just want to say how much I like you as you, Audrey.” My heart flutters and he smiles, pulling th
~~~Trigger warning~~~ fighting and death~~~TerryI wait patiently for Mark to return. I know he has Audrey with him. That is why there is no staff here today. That is why the house is empty. This was his plan all along for the day - to capture Audrey and make her his prisoner.I hide in the room with the dungeon, I know that’s where he’ll bring her; I just hope she’s okay. I never should have asked Daniel to watch her. I never should have made her go back to school. Now she is in the clutches of that monster, and I don’t know what she’ll have to bear for me to get her away from him, but I know that I will.I’ll do anything to save her.I load my gun as I wait for him to come. Daniel called only 20 minutes ago so I know it’ll be soon. I turned off my phone- they can’t interrupt me now. I know Daniel called the authorities but when they get here, they’ll find Audrey isn’t here but Bella and Mark are- both deceased with a lovely note.I hear the back door open, and I scrunch down even
~~~~TRIGGER WARNING!!!! This chapter is very triggering. BIG WARNING. Mark catches up to Audrey and it is brutal. SA and Abuse. Please read with caution.~~~~AudreyMeeting Terry’s parents was everything I could have dreamed of. His mom is so sweet, and his dad is stern but a big softie; you can just tell. His family home was well-decorated and manicured. They welcomed me with open arms. I can’t wait to be an Ollie.Of course, we didn’t mention me being an escort, but they know I come from nothing. They said they know Terry and I will accomplish great things and that’s so true. Fate brought us together for a reason and I am so happy about that.“I’ll see you later, okay?” Terry smiles as he kisses me. I don’t want to leave his arms. I want to stay in our love bubble, but I know that isn’t possible. I sigh and he smiles encouragingly. I nod and pull my skirt corners down and sigh as I look at the door.“Just ignore Derrick if you see him.” He tells me but I know that isn’t going to b
Terry POVI killed her. I actually killed her. Her body is laying limp on my bed, and I stare at it. What do I do now? Do I dump it? Do I bury it? Chop it up? Burn it? There are so many options, but I need the best one. I need the one that doesn’t get me caught.Then an idea pops into my head- Mark.I can dump this body at his house and have him take the fall for everything. I move Bella’s body to the bathtub and open my laptop, clicking on the link. The house is empty, and I look through every camera. There is no security and even the staff is gone- that’s odd.I look through everything one more time, if I go now I can get there and leave her body there. When Mark gets home, I can kill him too, and make it look like he murdered her and then committed suicide because he felt bad.I know it’s a little far-fetched since he doesn’t have a heart or feelings, but I can make it look good. I can also blame him for the letters.I scroll for the cameras and stare at the dungeon. I can’t get th
Terry POVDinner with my parents went so well but I knew it would. My parents absolutely loved Audrey and they are excited to welcome her into the family. Everything has been going perfectly. We looked at a condo and Audrey loved it. I put in an offer, and it was accepted. We move in two weeks! Today we both head back to class and I know Audrey isn’t looking forward to it.She sighs and I squeeze her hand as I walk her to class. I know she isn’t looking forward to seeing Derrick but maybe he won’t talk to her.“Maybe I should just drop out,” she teases again, and I smile, pulling her into my arms.“No, we are going to open our own firm remember? And be husband and wife business partners. We can’t do that if you drop out.” I say as I grin. She nods and kisses my lips and I reluctantly let go of her, “I’ll see you in a bit, and don’t worry. Daniel said he would keep an eye on you and you walk to class.”She nods and walks inside the building as I turn around, looking at the campus. I
Trigger Warning!! Mark is sadistic and these are his thoughts.Mark POVI knew Audrey had disappeared with Terry Ollie but now looking at her social media and seeing they are engaged- enrages me! Why does this little bitch think she can escape me? The fact is, she can’t. She said she was mine and that’s exactly what she is! MINE!Over the years, there have been several whores in my life. Yes, whores. None of these women are actually good enough for me but they are good in bed and I keep them around. I treat them nicely and make them feel like queens but it’s to gain control and nothing else. I have never been in love. There’s a reason my family and I don’t get along but one no one knows about- they are all missing or estranged and my aunt? Well, let’s just say I didn’t ask to be put into her will, rather than DEMANDED.I took her business to the next level anyway.Audrey was under my control until the posse of desperate men that hang around her, hoping for scraps, came into the pictur
Audrey POVI sigh as we finish cleaning the cabin. I do not want to leave our haven or our safe love bubble. This week has been everything I have needed. I know that I am going to have so much work to catch up on when we get home, but I don’t care; I know my fiancé will be there for me and we are going to look at a condo tomorrow. Terry says we should be able to move into a new place by the end of the week. I am not sure how that works but my guess is money. LOTS of MONEY.“Audrey, are you okay?” Terry’s voice pulls me out of my thoughts, and I faintly smile.“Yes, just tired and nervous. I don’t want to go back,” I admit.Terry nods, “I know but I will protect you and I booked us at a different hotel. I still can’t believe Derrick.” He says, throwing the moose comforter my way so I can straighten it. I grab my corner, making it neat but grin at him, and he smirks at me.“Don’t you dare...” he begins but I leap into the warm comforter, making it a mess and he jumps on top of me, tickl
Terry POVA red envelope! A red fucking envelope? What Audrey doesn’t know is this can’t be Derrick. How would he get here so soon if he was with Daniel? No. This is someone else. My heart hammers in my chest. Whoever this is, is close by. Audrey only posted that picture on social media maybe an hour ago. Someone has followed us up here and it’s whoever is now blackmailing me.She holds my hand and guilt washes over me. This is how she felt every time she got one of these letters- terrified.The thing is, I am not terrified of this blackmailer. Even it is Mark. I am more terrified of what they might tell Audrey. They could ruin everything between us with the proof they sent me alone and that scares me to hell. Audrey would never marry me if she knew how I got her to fall in love with me.I take a deep breath and she hugs me again, “We’re in this together.” She reminds me.She has no idea just how right she is.I start the car and pull out of the restaurant as we head for the cabin, “M
Audrey POVDaniel is so happy for me and so am I. How is this real life? Terry makes me so happy, and he knows I am not after his money. Those condos he showed me- I could never afford on my own and he knows that but he wants to take care of me- he wants to take care of us.“I know, Daniel. Isn’t the ring perfect? I can’t wait for you to see it in person either,” I giggle, and I hear Derrick’s voice in the distance, “Is that Audrey?” he asks.“Yes, but I am talking to her,” Daniel says but Derrick grabs the phone and begins to talk, “Audrey, are you crazy!” he begins.You have got to be fucking kidding me. I have only had sex with Derrick twice and the first time, he made it CLEAR it was friends with benefits and nothing more. Why does he care what I do with my life?“No, I am not kidding, I am marrying Terry. I don’t even know why you care, Derrick.” Terry looks up at me and begins to listen more closely.“You barely know him. He is just your rebound and you are going into this too f
Terry POVAudrey Jasper is going to become Audrey Ollie. How did I pull this off? This is incredible! Daniel thought I was crazy when he found out I was blackmailing her but look how it ended. Audrey is going to be my wife and I promise to cherish her and love her forever.Tonight is our last night in this quiet mountain town so I drove us back down to the restaurant. She is staring at the menu, and I can just tell she is beaming with happiness.“What can I get you, folks?” A waitress asks. She’s wearing jeans and a t-shirt. This place is very casual, but the food was good last time so why not?I smile, “Yes, do you have champagne?” I ask. Audrey smiles at me and the waitress sighs, shaking her head, “Nope. Just a variety of whiskey.”I sigh and Audrey giggles, “We would like a shot of Jack Daniels each please, we are celebrating our engagement,” she gleams showing the waitress her ring.The waitress squeals and asks how we met, and Audrey tells her our love story.“Well, he asked me