The day goes by quickly and before I know it, Mark and I are lying in bed, and I feel more relaxed than I ever have in my entire life. I sleepily nestle into his chest as my phone rings. I look at the caller ID and smile as Derrick’s name pops up.“Derrick?!”“hey, Audrey. Are you ok? Seth said you are at Mark’s, but I wanted to check in with you. I feel okay now no thanks to the two of you. I could have died.”I nod and Mark watches me talk, “Yes, I am with Mark. He has been doing a very good job to make sure I am safe.” I smile at him, “I am so happy you are okay, Derrick. I was so worried! This was all my fault.” I whimper.Derrick sighs, “No, Audrey. It wasn’t. This guy is sick, and we are going to catch him. I will see you tomorrow. Seth said we were setting up a time, but we haven’t heard from Mark.” I look at Mark and he yawns, “How about 11 AM?” I nod and tell Derrick the plan. Derrick hands the phone to Seth and I can hear the relief in his voice, “Well, see you then, Audrey.
Terry POVI lay the papers on my desk and stare at them as Daniel walks into the room. He glances at them and then grabs one reading it, “You ran a background check on Mark?” he asks, looking at the paper. I click my tongue and he looks at me, “But you got nothing?” I fish through the papers and hand him another. His eyes go wide, and he shakes his head, “Assault and battery but never charged?!”“Yeah,” I say, passing him three more papers. Daniel gasps, “There are 6 women here who dropped charges!” I nod, “Yeah, Mark is rich. He has fancy lawyers. There are also sealed juvenile records.” Daniel gasps and I sigh, “Money talks. I have someone working on getting what’s sealed. I want to know what we are dealing but I think Audrey is in trouble.” Daniel’s chest huffs up and he walks to my closet, grabbing my baseball bat, “Well, don’t just sit there! Let’s go!”I shake my head, “In time brother. He is beginning to become very possessive though. I am always listening,” Daniel looks at me
Terry POVMark’s limo is parked out front of Derrick’s by the time we get there. Seth rolls his eyes and I chuckle under my breath- he is gunning just as hard for her, but she’s mine.“Does he really need to flaunt his money like that?” Seth asks parking in front of the house. “The three of us are just as wealthy if not more and we don’t have our drivers drive us around.” Daniel laughs, “Exactly. I happen to like your ford.” He says, touching the dashboard. Seth smiles, “Thank you! Me too. It’s good on gas. You know with these prices, smaller tanks, and milage matter.”I watch as my brother talks so easily to Seth, and I feel a tad bit jealous. It hasn’t always been easy for me to just start a conversation with anyone. Daniel has always been so easygoing and relates easily with others- I don’t. I have a very high IQ and people think I’m weird, but I know my girl won’t.We all climb out of the car and the door opens as Audrey runs out smiling at Seth and Daniel. She hugs them both as M
Audrey POVI sit in Mark’s limo, and I feel uneasy. Mark places his hand on my thigh and I try to listen to Daniel’s words, “Don’t you think this is a good idea, Audrey?” He asks me. I blink a few times and answer.“I do. The cameras are a great idea.” I say softly but my mind is on how Mark just treated me.Mark smiles as he squeezes my leg lovingly but what he just said in there has me feeling stupid and foolish. He made me feel like an idiot and worse of all- he embarrassed me in front of my friends.Daniel continues, “So, what meeting? What’s going on?” I try to speak but Mark squeezes my leg again and talks over me, “Audrey has a meeting with Mrs. Moxin. Her husband runs the company Audrey works for but he’s away on business.”I nod and Daniel’s face frowns, “So they know about the stalker?”“Yes, and they haven’t done much about it,” I say sadly.Mark shakes his head, “Well, don’t worry baby, I am getting my own security detail for you, and they won’t snooze on the job.” He grin
Terry POV“I can’t believe he thinks he can control her like that. That dude has lost his mind.” Seth says, rolling his eyes. I nod and he turns the car left into the shopping center, “Is that it?” he asks me.I look at the building and nod, “Yep, right there.” I point out, “All tech n’ things.” Derrick chuckles, “That’s a weird name for a store.” I nod in agreement and Seth parks the car, “So what are we looking for? Like a doorbell camera?” he asks.I chuckle and shake my head, “We want 4 high-resolution cameras that have good battery power since we won’t be able to plug them in. We will also look for something that has a system that you can log into and be able to look at the footage all the time. We will want something small we can try to hide.”Derrick gasps, “You can get all of that here and it does everything you said?”I laugh and the automatic doors slide open, “You bet,” I say walking down the first aisle. Seth and Derrick follow me, and I look at the popular brand, “Alta D
Audrey POVI take a deep breath and push the elevator button. I had never met Mr. Moxin before so a meeting with his wife was even more unlikely. I step inside and the music plays as I squeeze my thighs together. What is it about Mark that drives me so crazy?He has this way about him- he’s charismatic but at the same time, his entire personality has started to change. Maybe he’s just terrified of losing me. I tap my flat against the elevator floor as I think, and it comes to a stop. The doors open and I walk to the office- I hope she has a better plan.The receptionist smiles at me, “Raven, have a seat. Mrs. Moxin is with the police. She’ll be out in a moment.” I nod as I look at the closed door, “Do they have any word on Mr. Moxin?” I ask. The receptionist sighs, “I don’t know for sure. Hopefully, they find him soon.” She says sadly but there’s a look in her eye.I nod and pull out my phone while I wait. There’s a text message from Mark and I open it, “Audrey, tonight I make going
Audrey POVBert smiles at Daniel and me, “So, the meeting didn’t go as expected?” he asks. I sigh as I play with a piece of lint from my pocket, “I wasn’t sure what I was expecting so I guess that’s not the case?” I say, shrugging. Bert and Daniel both laugh and Bert smirks, “Mrs. Moxin is super sweet. I was her driver before yours.”Daniel gasps and I nod, “I can’t believe Mr. Moxin would cheat on a beauty like her.” I sigh. Bert shakes his head, “Unfortunately, Mr. Moxin likes to have his cake and eat it too, but don’t most men?” he asks, looking at Daniel.Daniel chuckles and shakes his head, “No. Not all of us are like that.” He smirks. Bert nods and he pulls in front of the school, “Well, I’ll see you tomorrow night, Raven.” I nod and Daniel and I get out of the car and begin walking to the front of the building.“Do you think the boys got the cameras, okay?” I ask. Daniel nods and grabs his phone, “They did and they will be going up tonight. They are almost here.” I smile and gr
Terry POVDaniel follows me back to my room and helps me open each camera box, “I can’t believe Seth or Derrick didn’t stick up for her! What was that shit?!” he asks. I am trying to control my anger but it’s really hard. Between Mark and how people treat Audrey, it makes me want to go on a murdering spree.“You know how the Anders family is. Seth tries to be different but Derrick lives to please his daddy.”“I know but I thought Seth would at least say something.” Daniel sighs.I shake my head and turn on my computer, “But he didn’t, and I did. I think Audrey knows you and I are both in her corner now. The Thero family is trash. Everyone knows they are posers.”“Audrey doesn’t. Karen treated Audrey like shit too…” he whispers.“I know and look where she is,” I reply under my breath as I type.“You said you had nothing to do with that, Terry!” Daniel eyes me. I chuckle and roll my eyes, “And I didn’t. It wasn’t me. She was mugged.” I shrug.Daniel thinks but doesn’t say anything as he
~~~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