Brooklyn was full of questions bubbling inside her but she had no answers to them. Why did Mr. Ardolf not inform the police about the money that Brandon had taken? Why was he being so kind to her? She was his prisoner, after all! Why did he care whether she ate or not? She remembered the way he caught her hand and led her into the office as if he sensed how she was feeling. He didn’t look like the caring type though. Then why did he care about her? Apart from the money involved, what ulterior motive could he have?
Brooklyn sighed as she took a shower. Finally wearing her pajamas, she ate the food that Kathy had left her and then went to the kitchen to rinse her plate. The whole house was quiet with only Nikolas upstairs since Kathy had already gone home. She knew that the workers lived in the outhouse. Her heart started beating faster and faster even thinking about it but thankfully Nikolas kep
Brooklyn rushed out just in time to see Nikolas climb into his car. She ran and got into the passenger seat, breathing hard. Would he leave for work without her? “Sorry, I overslept,” she mumbled apologetically. Nikolas gave her an amused look. He wondered whether he was the cause of it!“I see! Maybe lost in a dream?” He said, starting the ignition. From the deep flush of color that crept to her cheeks hearing his words, Nikolas was eager to tell her that he wasn’t a dream. He was real!“Not at all,” Brooklyn denied, looking away from his probing eyes and concentrating on her seat belt. Nikolas drove in silence, his wicked mind thinking of ways to tell her that he was the one in her dreams. Brooklyn wasn’t keen to talk more in case he took offense and brought up last night’s encounter. Strangely
As the car sped through the roads leading them from Portland Downtown Heliport to Willamette Valley, Brooklyn struggled to stay awake. With her stomach grumbling for food, it was a very difficult task. “We’ll be there in an hour. Do you want to stop for dinner?” Asked Nikolas at last. Brooklyn slowly shook her head, tired of his silence. How could a person not have any wish to talk was beyond her!“Here, have this,” said Nikolas, taking out a box of chocolate truffles from his laptop bag for her to munch on. He had bought it for her earlier but after the phone call from the police leading to a sudden change of plans, he had completely forgotten about it. Brooklyn’s eyes sparkled with delight as she took it from his hands. She had never felt so happy in her entire nineteen years of life!“For me?” she s
Nikolas met his trusted manager but after one peg, he was eager to get away. Brooklyn’s words rang in his ears and he wondered if she was missing him or not. He eventually took his leave and left Harry Shelburne's house and went back. It was well past midnight and he knew that Brooklyn might have gone to sleep. He wanted to sleep with her like every day but when he tried her door he noted that it was locked from inside. Disappointed, he went to his room to freshen up and go to sleep. It was a restless night indeed as his heart, body, and mind longed for Brooklyn. He had no idea when just a whim became a burning need for him. He realized that this dependency wasn’t healthy. He needed to do something about it.The next morning, Brooklyn woke up feeling extremely tired and disappointed. Her dream man hadn’t visited her in her dreams and she just couldn’t figure out the reason. Sh
In an hour Brooklyn was ready in a sleek navy blue pencil skirt and a soft white matching top. She picked up a matching navy blue blazer to go with it and stared at her reflection in the mirror. With her hair fixed up in a ponytail, she looked just like those glamorous models in the fashion magazines. She walked out of her room and placed the blazer over a chair, walking into the kitchen to serve the breakfast that she had made. It wasn’t anything special, just ham and egg sandwiches and assorted berry salad. She didn’t have much time to prepare anything elaborate as Nikolas had just given her just about an hour to get ready. Nikolas walked into the kitchen and froze seeing her creamy legs exposed from the skirt that hugged her hips so well, making her look curvier, se*ier.He cleared his throat and walked up to Brooklyn, standing close behind her and watching her serve the food onto two
Brooklyn looked at him blankly, not comprehending why he was behaving in such a manner. “No, why should I? I’m just asking whether we're done for the day or not,” she told him.“Are you that eager to get away? Then let me remind you that office timing isn’t over yet. You still have four hours of duty left,” he reminded her as he drove on with a grim expression on his face. Brooklyn nodded and looked away. She wasn’t complaining about duty. It was just that the shoes were hurting her feet. They were brand new and seemed to be a size smaller than the one she regularly wore. Maybe Kathy bought them for her along with the clothes. However, seeing Nikolas’s reaction, she didn’t say a word further and just left the topic at that.He drove up to an upscale restaurant and wine tasting center with a beaut
Nikolas saw her sitting in her room with her back towards the door, typing the email on her mobile. He was about to talk to her when his gaze fell upon her feet. They were red, swollen, and wrapped up in bandages. His eyes widened with concern. What could have happened to her feet? He strode into the room and stood by her bed. Before she could react to his presence he just picked up her foot to inspect.“S-sir, Mr. Ardolf, what are you doing?” She said, looking startled out of her wits. She tried to free her foot from his hold but he didn’t let go.“How did you get injured, Brooklyn?” he asked, his eyes dark with concern.“Oh, it’s nothing. I’ll be fine,” she said, trying to set her foot free.
Brooklyn blinked at him with shock. Did she hear him correctly? “I beg your pardon, sir?” She asked, still unsure whether she heard him correctly or not. Nikolas gave her a look of impatience. He hated repeating himself but it seemed as if Brooklyn was lost and hadn’t heard him at all.“I said that you should call me Nikolas from now on,” he explained, sipping his coffee and watching her broodingly. Ever since she confessed her feelings for him last night, his heart and mind had been at war with one another. He just couldn’t control the inner turmoil going on within him. It made him behave abnormally and thus for the first time in his life, he made coffee for a woman, a species he still hated. But she wasn’t just any woman, she was Brooklyn and she was his.“I’m sorry, sir. I can’t,” said B
“I’ve sent the footage to my men and they’re hunting for these three. We need to nab them as fast as possible to prevent Davis from getting hurt or maybe killed. We’re still at a loss about the motive behind this abduction. Davis led a pretty simple and hard life, always keeping to himself. His track record is good so he shouldn’t be having any enemies,” said the officer. His words got Nikolas thinking. Was Brandon kidnapped by his business rivals for the payment that he was carrying? However, he refrained from informing the officer lest he confiscated the money since it was actually an underhanded deal.“If the men have brought him to Woodburn, they could be knowing the local goons here. The best way to nab them would be to offer a handsome tip to a local goon and convince him to sell us information regarding the kidnappers,” suggested Nikolas.
After having waited for hours, Brooklyn was excited to hear Nikolas’s voice downstairs, talking to Kathy. ‘He’s here, he’s here,’ her heart sang with glee. She sat in the nursery, feeding the twins and waiting impatiently for him to come upstairs. What was taking him so long?After five minutes, Nikolas peered inside the nursery, looking for her. The moment his eyes connected to hers, he flashed a dazzling smile at her. At that moment, everything ceased to exist around them and a look full of promises passed between them. He came closer and leaned in to plant a small kiss on her lips. Ellie left the room to give them some privacy.“Are you happy to see me home early?” he asked, pulling a chair to sit beside her.“Yes, so, did you throw your clients out and
“You’re so f*cking wet, my love,” he whispered in a delirious tone, building up his rhythm. Brooklyn clutched at his shoulders for support while she moaned with pleasure.“You like it, don’t you?” Asked Nikolas in a tone hoarse with desire.“Yes, please don’t stop,” said a delirious Brooklyn, unable to recognize her own voice.“Will you c*m for me, baby?” Urged Nikolas.Brooklyn gave out a cry as she came undone right into his fingers. Nikolas licked his fingers clean and came up to her, showering her face with small kisses. Brooklyn was astonished to find him without his clothes as well. When did he take off everything?“Now I want you to giv
“Who allowed you entry into my property?” Demanded an angry Nikolas. Ryder ignored him completely, his eyes were glued upon Brooklyn.“Brooklyn, I just wanted to talk to you,” he said looking dazed.“You can talk to me,” said Nikolas, his arm going around Brooklyn and pulling her closer to his side. Ryder noted the possessive gesture but he preferred to ignore it altogether.“Why should I talk to you? I’m sure Brooklyn can speak for herself,” said Ryder, standing in front of her.“I have nothing to say to you, Ryder. I’m sorry that you and Amy couldn’t make it together. As for me, I’m married to Nikolas for life. You’ve done a lot for me and Brand. I can offer you
Fifteen minutes later, Brooklyn, helped by the two attendants, walked down towards the wedding arch created on the other side of the koi pond. Kathy and Ellie had got the twins ready in their tux rompers and pushed their strollers, following Brooklyn to the wedding venue. Brooklyn gasped seeing the huge crowd waiting to witness the wedding. She smiled at them as she knew most of them. They were all Nikolas’s employees around the estate and office. Her eyes searched for Brandon. She had heard him a little while ago. Had he not arrived yet?“Hey, Brooks! Looking for me? I’m right here to walk you down the aisle. I’m older to you after all!” said Brandon as he came up behind her, looking dashing in a dark charcoal tuxedo. Brooklyn’s face brightened up with a dazzling smile.“Only by 2 minutes, Brand. It doesn&r
“Sleep tight tonight, daddy needs to play with your mommy,” whispered Nikolas, leaning closer to the twins as she fed them. Brooklyn rolled her eyes. So this was what he came inside the nursery for!“I thought we couldn’t get any action done till I’m completely healed. You said 4-6 weeks, right? So no wedding night for us, then,” she reminded him.“Still, we’ll make the most of it,” he said, staring deeply into her eyes with a promise of lots of car*al pleasure for later. The thought of it made her heart skip a beat. She couldn’t believe that by tonight she’d be a married woman, she’d be Nikolas’s wife. She hadn’t thought the day would come so soon. Nikolas stood in front of her as if he wanted to say a lot more. She looked so loving, fresh, angelic, and innocent tha
“What? What marriage?” She gasped, looking horrified and totally lost. Did she hear him correctly? Did he mention their wedding? But how could that be possible? He hadn’t even proposed yet!“Our marriage! We’re getting married today,” said Nikolas, getting down from his car.“Today? But you haven’t even proposed yet! In fact, you said that you don’t want to get married, like never! Then what changed suddenly?” She demanded, feeling angry at him.“Nothing changed suddenly. I want to marry you, now! So are you coming or should I have to carry you into the County Clerk’s office?” Asked Nikolas impatiently, opening the door for her, eager to do as he had just threatened.&ld
Brooklyn tossed and turned in her sleep as Nikolas’s haggard face kept on appearing in her dreams. She had waited all evening till late at night but he hadn’t emerged from the study. He skipped his dinner as well, making Brooklyn so upset that she sobbed herself to sleep. Was it her fault that Ryder appeared at her doorstep? Was it her fault that Ryder had developed feelings for her? She had never encouraged Ryder in any way. Then how could Nikolas hold a grudge against her? How could he not see how much she loved him?It was late when Nikolas walked into his bedroom. All the arrangements had been made for the wedding tomorrow. He had submitted an online application for a marriage license. Tomorrow he would simply visit the county clerk’s office to procure the license and then get married. It was a foolproof plan and nothing could possibly go wrong. His security guards were informed not t
“Ryder? What are you doing here at this hour?” She gasped with shock. Ryder looked angrier and stormed inside the house, brushing past her. Brooklyn whirled around to face him, feeling disturbed by his presence.“What the hell is wrong with you? Why are you so hell-bent on resigning from the job? Can’t you understand your own good? You don’t need to dance to Nikolas’s tunes, Brooklyn. You should complete your education on your own merits. I’m giving you such a good opportunity, why can’t you just take it?” asked a displeased Ryder, his eyes still flashing angrily at her.“Why are you taking this personally? Do you run after every employee of yours this way?” demanded Brooklyn, irritated by Ryder’s attitude.“No, you’re sp
The next morning Brooklyn woke up remembering that she needed to take the twins for their vaccination. Nikolas quickly took an appointment at the nearest health center. It was a busy morning as they rushed to get the twins ready to go. A nervous Nikolas helped calm down Nikson who went red, howling with pain after the shot. Brooklyn calmed Brycen down somehow. It was a harrowing first-time experience for them. By the time they returned home, both were haggard and exhausted. Nikolas went to work after lunch while Brooklyn tended to the twins. It was only when she tucked them to bed did she remember about her phone.Rushing towards the nightstand where she had placed it 24 hours back, she picked it up and switched it on. Brooklyn gasped seeing around forty missed calls from Ryder. Has he gone crazy? There were a few messages as well from him.I’m not accepting your resignati