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Zoey p.o.v"You will find a replacement for her," he instructed. If I was scared of what this meeting was about, it save to tell you. I am paralyzed. These words didn't come that much of a shock to me. I kept telling myself the possibility of him kicking me out of the company. "But....." I held Mrs. Rose's hand stopped from pleading on my behalf. I might not be rich, and as much as I need this job to support my mom with our expenses. I have my pride too, a pride I need to keep intact. I refuse to bow down to a low-brainer guy for kicking me out of his company over our past. I was no longer the teenage push-over girl I was once upon a time. I am strong, confident and capable of facing my problems heads on. I turned on my heels and made my way to the door. I swung it open only to see two men in black suits and black glasses blocking the way. "I haven't allowed you to leave yet," Marco spoke. I faced him, the anger I was feeling must be very obvious in my face. "Why?" I am fuming,
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Zoey p.o.v"There is a laptop filled with everything, watch a movie or surf the internet. Anything you want and need is there." He hissed. My eyes widened in shock and my mouth fell open, even my brain froze for a second and I found it difficult to comprehend what left his luscious plum lips.Did I just think about his lips? Ugh, focus brain. "What?" I yelled, unintentionally. He didn't flinch or react to my unexpected outburst. "What do you mean by watch a movie? How do I get paid for watching movies? Who in their right state of mind would do that?" I shook my head. "I will, I will pay you for sleeping, eating, anything." He declared. He has gone mad, that's a fact. But I'm not here to deal with his unrealistic and unreasonable words. I am here for work and that is what I will do. If not, I'm out of here. "Listen, I don't know what you are playing at, but I won't sit here and do nothing. If I am here, then I would be working. So either you give me something to do or let me the
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Zoey p.o.vFlashback. I stood under the shower letting the water run down my body to calm myself. I was nervous and scared of the decision I had made. Today is my seventeenth birthday. As usual, Marco and I went out to have fun and even went to a romantic dinner. And finally, we are back in our wooden cabin. Usually we watch Disney cartoons while cuddling and then eventually fall asleep. But I want to make things different. I have had things planned out for a long time now. Today I want us to make love. I step out of the shower and wrap a towel around myself, and another one to dry my hair. I came out of the bathroom, Marco was sitting on the bed while setting up the TV. The only thing that kept him from nudity was the sweatpants he wore. His upper body was completely bare. The sight of him made my mouth water, and my womanhood wet. I had to squeeze my thighs together to stop the moist from leaking. He saw me staring and he smirked, he stood up and came before me. He kissed my h
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Zoey p.o.vI sat on the same spot in the big living area where I'd been waiting for Marco to return. I don't what time it is now. I didn't bother to check either because I was very sure I would get even more angry than I already was. At some point, I fell asleep. Woke up not too long ago by the maid, she has been begging me to eat something. But I am too angry to think about food. The only thing I can think of is how I was going to blow off Marco's ears. At the point I can feel the rage boiling within, I fist my knuckles and my feet tap on the floor, anticipating the moment where I would unleash the anger. "Ma'am. please, you really need to eat something. My boss won't be pleased if he comes to know that you haven't had anything since morning." She pleaded, but I easily ignored her like I'd been doing before. "Ma'am please...." She was interrupted by the sound of the door being swung open.
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Author p.o.v Marco came out of his room, dressed in his usual designer suit, ready for the day. He soundlessly walked down the hall, his feet were light on the ground, expertly trained to move without making a sound. The sound of his phone ring echoed around him. He groaned when he saw who was calling him. "This woman just won't let me off the hook. " He murmured to himself before receiving the call. "Good morning, mom." He greeted her softly. Marco may be mighty and fearless to the world, but he is just a big softy when it comes to the women in his family. Especially his mom, Ava Alfonso. He could move the earth if she told him to. "I heard you brought someone to your home." She didn't bother with the formalities, going straight to the point. Marco eyed Lucas, who had appeared beside him. Lucas was his father's most trusted man, until he married Kara Alfonso. Marco's aunt, and b
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Zoey p.o.v Marco stood in all his dark glory, he was fuming. His facial expression right now is enough to have someone running. Well, good thing I don't entertain angry people. I made a move to close the door on him, but he pushed the door open, startling me. I gaped at him speechless as he made his way confidently to the living room. I went after him, immediately blocking him from going further. "What are you doing here?" I glared at him. If only looks could kill, I thought within me. "Does here look like an office?" I know my tone isn't welcoming, but hey! The guy isn't welcome either. He didn't respond immediately, he took his time seizing me in his stare. His stare was extremely uncomfortable. I felt small and vulnerable under his stare. I don't know I was foolish to go up against someone like Marco, because the second he took a step forward, I fearfully t
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Zoey p.o.vThe driver drove into an underground parking lot, a private garage built for Marco. One I didn't know existed until now. I guess most of the other workers here have no idea of the place either. The garage is considerably big. It is large enough to accommodate more than ten cars. And when I looked around out of the car window, there were several cars. Several expensive cars that I know are worth millions of dollars, but, of course, this Marco. A filthy rich billionaire. The car rode to a stop, parking beside a sports car. I was quick to unlock the door and alighted the car, eager to see it more. And they are all raven black, typical. I shook my head, but I loved it. I have this thing for dark colored cars, like brown, grey and black. But a special something for red cars. I sighed, fascinated by the sight. I would love to ride in one of those black beauties. Marco came to my side, he was scowling. He pinched the tip of his nose in what I assume was irritation. "Next t
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Zoey p.o.v"So what about you? How have you been these past couple of years?" Camilla inquired, she sipped her wine, staring at me with interest. It's been two hours since I practically dragged her out of Marco's office and have been sitting in this very expensive restaurant. Where the food and drinks here are ridiculously expensive. I know I used her to get out of that hellhole, but why not? "I've been alright..." I dragged out not really knowing what to say. "I mean the struggles were there but I'm here now, so it's worth it." I concluded, not talking much about my life because seriously there was nothing much to say. I shrugged internally. "Hmmm, no boyfriend issue or just a bad hair day?" She probed, and I was even curious about my own life. Strange, right? "Yeah? Boyfriend issue.... There is none since
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Melanie’s POVThe first image made my heart stop.It was of a young girl who was barely a teenager. She was sitting on a dingy mattress in what looked like a warehouse, her eyes hollow, her body too thin. Behind her, a shadowy figure loomed a man I didn't recognize but I could bet my life on it that it was her oppressor.My throat tightened as I flipped to the next photograph and the next. Each one was worse than the last. Girls, so young they could barely be called women, trapped in squalor, their faces etched with fear.I couldn't breathe.At first, I thought, no, and hoped that this was evidence Adriano had gathered to shut down a trafficking ring. It had to be. He couldn't possibly be involved in this. He could kill a man but there was no way he was responsible for harming innocent girls.But then I saw it, rather I saw him. And there was no mistaking the fact that he was the one because I recognized Nik beside him.They were both holding onto girls and leading them to God knows w
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Melanie’s POVWe rode home in comfortable silence. I was too full and happy from the good food and great company to say anything further.Plus, I couldn’t take my hands off the bracelet. It was just too beautiful. I’ve never owned anything as expensive as this and I was so scared to ask him how much it cost.We already exchanged gifts in the morning so I wasn’t expecting anything more from him.In a not-so-surprising turn of events, Alice was still awake by the time we got home.“For a moment I thought you both were going to spend the night there,” Alice said when we got into the living room."It's really late, Alice, and I'm sure you've had a long day. You should be sleeping," Adriano said.“I couldn’t sleep when I knew how important today was to Melanie. I was too anxious to know how it went,” she replied.“Well, you can rest easy now because it went very well,” I told her.Her face lit up with a smile and she gave me a quick hug, making me laugh.“I told you, you had nothing to wor
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Melanie’s POVThe soft glow of candlelight and the twinkle of garlands wrapped around the staircase banister made the dining room feel almost magical. The air was thick with the aromas of roasted meats, spiced wine, and fresh-baked rolls, making my stomach grumble in anticipation. Platters of steaming food filled every inch of space. Roast beef surrounded by caramelized vegetables, golden potatoes dusted with rosemary, bowls of vibrant salads, and an assortment of bread rolls that looked fresh out of the oven. When we heard no movement on the steps, Zoey gave a sharp clap of her hands and called out to the men, her voice cutting through the hum of conversation. “Dinner is ready! Boys, come join us!” she said.I heard the sound of footsteps on the stairs as Adriano and the rest of the men made their way over. Adriano entered first, his presence commanding as always, but his warm smile was reserved for me alone. My heart gave a tiny flutter, and I smoothed my dress nervously. As
