Nikolas opened his eyes and looked at Brooklyn who was stirring in her sleep. His eyes went wide with the realization and he just got up with a start. He realized that she was about to wake up. Panicking, he walked towards the staircase and stealthily climbed up to his room. Locking the door, he released the breath that he was holding. He had never imagined that he would become this crazy for a woman that he would have to sneak into her bedroom at night. He somewhat felt ashamed of himself and decided to stay away from Brooklyn at all costs. She wasn’t good for his system. He needed to control his urges around her. She was here under his roof to stay protected, he couldn’t take advantage of her situation. She didn’t return his feelings and never would. It was best to control himself now.
Sighing, he showered and walked over to his study to drown himself in work. Kathy hadn’t r
Brooklyn woke up with a start. The presence of someone in her room made her look up. “Nikolas?” She whispered, staring into a pair of hazel eyes that stared back at her wordlessly. Her heart somersaulted with joy and she blinked to focus better. She couldn’t believe that Nikolas had come back. Slowly opening her eyes she looked beside her but gasped with surprise. There was no one. Where did Nikolas go? Just a second back he was here! She looked around frantically but the whole room was quiet and it seemed that she was the only one present here. It seemed that Nikolas was just a figment of her imagination.Brooklyn sighed realizing that Nikolas wasn’t here in reality. She was hallucinating! But why was she missing Nikolas so much? He was only her boss, after all, a boss upon whom she had developed a mere crush. However, her heart told a different story. Was it just a mere crus
Nikolas sighed for the umpteenth time in the day. After being busy the whole day, he returned to his house in Yakima but was restless. He had received the money that Brandon owed him. It only meant that he would have to free Brooklyn now. His whole body protested against it. No, he wouldn’t free Brooklyn ever.‘She’s mine!’ his mind chanted like always.He lay on his bed and conjured up different plans to force Brooklyn to stay but nothing worked. Would he have to free her forever? But where would she go? Who would protect her? Deeply worried and desperately thinking of a way to stop Brooklyn, Nikolas lay awake all night, tossing and turning on his bed. He would wrap up his work and leave Yakima at the earliest. What if Brandon took her away from him?The next morning, on his way to wor
Brooklyn smiled in her sleep. She didn’t want the dream to be over! She pressed her soft lips to his in sweet surrender making Nikolas lose all semblance of control. His mouth immediately seized hers in a desperately intense kiss that rendered her breathless. Soon his large hands were on her, clasping her tightly to his body. Brooklyn sighed against his mouth and threw her arms around his neck, stroking his hair tenderly. It urged Nikolas to grab her cheek and tilt her face in such a way that he could kiss her more passionately. There was a strange restlessness in his body as if he wanted to devour her mouth completely. His hot lips burned hers and delved deeper into her mouth making her gasp and moan with pleasure. His tongue played havoc with hers eliciting a sweet response that blew his senses out. In her sleepy state, Brooklyn tried to match his passion, making him groan more with need.&ld
Brooklyn followed Brandon into the tastefully decorated apartment, her eyes wide with astonishment seeing the luxurious apartment where she’d be staying now. She wondered why Nikolas allowed them to stay here instead of at Brandon’s friend’s place. Walking around, she explored the apartment while Brandon talked to Edgar. There were three bedrooms with panoramic views of the whole city. She chose a corner room for herself that overlooked the garden area of the condominium. There was a small walk-in closet although she didn’t possess many clothes.“Have you chosen this room?” Asked Brandon, walking inside.“Yes, I love it,” said Brooklyn with a small smile on her face as she walked out onto the small balcony attached to her room. Brandon followed her and stood beside her, staring at the garden below and
Nikolas repeatedly read the note that Brooklyn left for him. His eyes were glued to the words, Your Brooklyn.“If you're mine, why did you leave me, Brooklyn?” He whispered, his voice cracking with the effort it took him to speak. His heart was heavy as lead, his throat choked with unshed tears and he had no idea why he felt so heartbroken. It felt as if his heart had been wrenched away and taken to San Francisco. Ever since she had boarded the bus, his eyes had followed her till the bus had completely disappeared from his sight. The rest of the day had been a waste as he hadn't been able to do anything but sit in Brooklyn’s room and miss her immensely. He had given Kathy leave since he wanted to be all alone.Although he had sent all Brooklyn’s stuff to her along with t
Brooklyn completed the household chores quietly while Brandon spoke to Ryder on the phone. Although he had tried hard to convince her to accompany him, Brooklyn was adamant. She wouldn’t leave San Francisco at all. At last, Brandon gave up and asked Ryder to get tickets for just the two of them. He disconnected the call and turned towards Brooklyn.“The flight is at 3 o’clock in the morning. So I’ll be leaving tonight and staying over at Ryder’s parents’ house with him. It would be easier for me as his dad’s driving us to the airport,” said Brandon. Brooklyn nodded.“Okay, send me a message on reaching,” she said, feeling a little sad that Brandon wouldn’t stay with her.“Stop being so stubborn, Brooks. You know I’ll be very wo
Brooklyn stood in front of the mirror inside her washroom to strip and take a shower. After Brandon left, a sense of loneliness gripped her heart and she just had her dinner, cleaned up, and walked into her bedroom to sleep. The sense of uncertainty was killing her. She had no idea how she would get a job in this new city full of strangers. However, she knew she had to since she couldn’t be dependent upon Nikolas forever. He might have provided for her once but what would she do when it was all finished. She needed a job immediately.She slowly took off her top and was about to unbutton her jeans when something sparkled around her neck, catching her attention. Looking closely, she gasped with shock. It was Nikolas’s chain that he always wore around his neck. How did it crop up around her neck all of a sudden? It wasn’t there last night when she changed to bed! Her eyes widened and h
Accepting the call, at last, Brooklyn held the phone to her ear, her heart beating wildly with apprehension. “Hello, who’s this?” she croaked with fear.“Hey, it’s me, Ryder. I just called to say that we’ve reached LA,” said Ryder excitedly.“Ryder? Oh, how did you get my number? Where’s Brandon?” Asked Brooklyn, feeling relieved.“Brand just rushed to the washroom. He gave me your number to inform you. So are you missing me?” Asked Ryder making Brooklyn frown.“Why would I? Good to know that you’ve reached. Ask Brandon to call me later. Bye!” she said, disconnecting the call. She picked up her clothes and turned to go out of the closet when she collided with Nikolas&rsq
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