VLADIMIRJealous?Why would I be jealous?I frowned while looking at her. Why would she even think that?My jaw clenched when I realized the reason why. I snorted and walked away without bothering to answer her stupid question.I don't know why I was suddenly pissed with Dave. But I am sure it has nothing to do with her. I'm not jealous!I shook my head. What am I doing? I've already wasted enough time helping her. I should just focus on what I needed to do. I called Blaze to finalize the plan for tomorrow."I need to leave," I told Yvonne the next day."What do you mean?" she frowned. "Are you going to leave me here?""Yes, Mike will have to go with me but the other two bodyguards will be left here with you," I tried to explain."But why?" she confusedly asked. "Is there something wrong?""No," I muttered while looking straight into her eyes. "I will leave tonight when the chopper arrives.""Why can't I just come with you? I don't want to be left here alone," she insisted."You're no
VLADIMIRIt all happened so fast. The girls escorted by Mike were able to go out without any hitch. They were led to a van waiting behind the building. It immediately sped up after the girls hopped in."Fuck," Blaze muttered while staring at the screen. "They're caught!"I looked at the screen and saw some of our men fighting with the syndicate. The girls behind them were clamoring, not knowing what to do."John, staircase, second floor!" I hissed."Copy!" I heard him reply immediately through the earpiece.The whole place turned into chaos as soon as the syndicate discovered our presence. I cursed while looking at the screens. Thankfully, John was able to help rescue the girls."Blow up the dancefloor," I ordered when I saw the girls were already near the exit. We needed a distraction. Also, I seemed to have a personal vendetta against that fucking dance floor.That is where I first saw Yvonne.
VLADIMIRI leaned back and closed my eyes. Surprisingly, I felt calm and at peace despite the exhaustion. Even the noise from the helicopter's rotors didn't bother me.The feeling of contentment calmed me down. I have avenged her. Now all I wanted was to see her. I couldn't wait until I held her in my arms. I know what I did couldn't take back all the pain and suffering she had been through. I'm not even sure if this was what she wanted. But I wanted to do it for her.All that's left to deal with is her mother. But I will take care of her some other time. For now, I just wanted to take her away from everyone."Vlad!" the sound of my name from her lips echoed inside the house as she yelled while running down the stairs."Yvonne!" I roared when she almost tripped. "Stop running!"Of course, the stubborn woman acted like she didn't hear anything."You're back!" she exclaimed when she stopped in fro
YVONNEI woke up tangled in bed with Vladimir. My cheeks blushed profusely when I remembered how he made love to my body last night.I knew it was making love. Not a hook-up or plain fucking. We made love. Is it possible even if we're not in love?A small voice inside my head kept whispering negative thoughts, telling me that Vladimir must have mistaken me for her again but I pushed it off.I turned a deaf ear to it. I knew what I felt.It was so different from all our heated encounters before. He was so gentle, so passionate.I can still feel my skin tingling from the intense sensations he made me feel."Stop staring," I almost fell from the bed when I heard him suddenly speak. I didn't notice he was already awake! My face warmed up even more.But how did he know I was staring when his eyes were still closed?"I'm not," I tried to deny but he only laughed at me."I can feel your heavy st
YVONNEI let my eyes marvel at the beauty in front of me.My lips parted in awe as I looked at the piece of paradise waiting below us. It's just so beautiful! The blue water is so clear that I can see the white sand beneath it.Now I can't wait for this thing to land! I can't wait to wade into the water!The island seemed untouched but upon a closer look, I saw that there were a few buildings near the shore.I still felt giddy when we landed on the designated helipad. He turned it off while I took off my seatbelt and headphones."How was the ride?" he cockily asked when we stepped out of the chopper.I rolled my eyes at him but didn't say anything. I looked around.Wow. Just wow. His properties must be never-ending! Good for him."Are we the only ones here?" I asked."As much as I would love the idea of that, no," he said. "This island is rented out to other people. There are in-house staff but d
YVONNEVladimir didn't even warn me!I pinched his stomach in annoyance, but he didn't seem to feel it. I buried my face into his back, waiting for my stomach to settle. I can feel it churning at our speed."Come on!" Vladimir yelled. "Loosen up! Have some fun!"I took a deep breath and tried to lift my head from him. I gasped. It took a while before I finally calmed down.I threw my head back and let the harsh wind blow my hair. He took a few sharp turns which made the ride even more exciting. We were going faster by the second and it was exhilarating!"Woohoo!" I screamed when he turned again. The water splashed around us violently because of the high speed."Hold on tight," I heard him yell, so I clutched my hands together in front of him and buried my face against his back again.After that, he sped up further into the ocean before running the jetski in circles. I kept screaming in excitement and fear.I was laughing
YVONNEVladimir drove us back to the shore. Then, he accompanied me in all the other water activities I wanted to try.We tried the kayak next and then the banana boat. They were okay but I prefer the jetski. It was way more exciting!"Hmm," I tapped my lips while looking at the list of what we could do. "What should we do next?""How about we take some rest?" he suggested."Huh? Why? Are you already tired?" I asked.A deep frown etched on his forehead as he darkly stared at me. Why? Did I say something wrong?"No," he muttered. "I was thinking about you. Aren't you tired?""No! I'm okay!" I'm practically bubbling with energy.I never thought I would be this excited over anything, but here I am practically jumping with eagerness."How about the jet blade, then?" I asked.It looked like a jet pack that was connected to a jet ski. The pictures in the brochure made it look so much exciting. It can push you up
YVONNEI was eager to try out the rest of the activities when I went to bed last night. But now that I'd woken up, I didn't even want to get up or lift a finger."Ugh," I groaned as I stretched out. My whole body was sore from all the activities I did yesterday."Are you okay?" Vlad grunted beside me. He didn't sound good either."No," I croaked. "All my muscles are screaming at me."I realized it had been a while since the last time I worked out. I used to be fit and active when I was in the ring. The pole dancing alone was already an intense workout. And I perform that almost every night.But after Vlad bought me, I haven't done any workouts. Instead, I just spend the rest of my day lounging in his fancy unit. He has a gym but it never appealed to me. Now I am reaping the results of my laziness."Do you want to try the remaining activities?" he uttered, his voice filled with sarcasm which made me wince inwardly."Sorry,
YVONNE"Are you sure you wanna do this?" Vlad worriedly asked."Yes," I sighed exasperatedly. He'd been asking for the hundredth time already.I cupped his face with my hands, making him look at me."Vlad, I want to do this," I told him, smiling to reassure him that I would be okay."I want to close this chapter of my life before I truly open a new one. I don't want anything to come back and haunt me in the future. I want to get rid of all my demons and leave them together with the past," I told him honestly.He stared deep into my eyes for a while."Okay..." he finally sighed. "Do you want me to come with you?""What? No!" I exclaimed. "Just stay here and wait for me," I said."Damn it. Why does it sound like you're talking to a pet?" he snapped.I chuckled, looking at the annoyed expression on his face."Don't worry, I'll make it up to you when we get home," I winked."Fine," he snorted half-heartedly. I knew he wouldn't agree to this, but I feel like I really need this before moving
VLADIMIR"You killed them!" Jade cried, her voice dripping with bitterness and rage. "You killed my family! You should die, you monster!"I frowned. I gently grabbed Yvonne to push her behind me. She seemed reluctant, but I insisted."You know very well I wasn't the one behind your family's ambush," I told her in a low but commanding voice."But you were the reason why they were in that kind of business! You dragged them to hell when you let them join your illegal activities!" she yelled. "Leon told me everything!"I gritted my teeth. I thought she was one of the smartest women I knew. Now, I'm beginning to doubt it. Why would she believe a word that came out of that asshole's mouth?"Your father was bankrupt. He lost all your money and property to gambling!" I growled. "He kept begging me to let him join my underground business until I did! Even after that, he didn't stop his addiction. He owed people who went after them that night. I have nothing to do with it!""I don't believe you
YVONNEI ran outside. My heart beats faster the closer I get to the entrance."Yvonne!" I heard Selene scream my name despite the chaos around us. I turned to look at her. I sighed in relief after seeing that she was fine, just like Phil said."Are you okay?" she worriedly asked, her eyes surveying my body, looking for any injury."Yes," I nodded. "Stay here. I'll go out to see what's going on.""What?!" she exclaimed while following me. "Are you crazy?! It's safer here. Who knows whom the shooters were targeting? Stay here!"She grabbed my hand and held me tight."I know. But I should be responsible for this," I told her. Aside from that, I couldn't wait to see if Vlad was safe. I would die of anxiety if I didn't know his state as soon as possible."Yvonne!" she protested but kept following me."Go back there!" I hissed. "Vlad is outside. He'll never let anything happen to me.""What? Is he some kind of superhero now?" she snorted. I sighed defeatedly."Selene, please," I turned to l
YVONNE"Please be careful," I whispered. I tried to hold on to him, to stop him from leaving, but he still went after his men.I understand. He needs to help them. A lot of lives are at stake. I took a deep breath, filling my lungs with much-needed air.He closed the door behind him. Somehow, I felt safe in the familiar confines of my office, but I couldn't completely shake the guilt away.How about the other guests? The employees? They're innocent. They shouldn't have been dragged into this mess. I don't know what I would do if any of them get hurt or worse..."This is all my fault," Riva cried beside me."No shit," I muttered without looking at her. I felt bad that she was hurt, but I still couldn't help the anger that was slowly filling me from inside out.I don't know everything, but I've heard enough to conclude that she knew Jade was planning this all along. However, she never told anything to Vlad. Just like what she did back then with her father."How could you claim you love
VLADIMIR"Vlad!" Yvonne cried as I hugged her. I only want her to be safe. I need to protect her no matter what.I closed my eyes as I waited for the pain to come, but instead of the sudden, intense burning pain of a bullet piercing my flesh, I felt a heavy weight collapsing on my back.At the same time, I heard Blaze and Mike coming to help us. Mike kept firing shots, covering us while Blaze helped me get up.I was confused when I realized it was Riva's weight that fell upon me. She was hit. Blaze pulled her up and dragged her inside while I ran with Yvonne. Other guests were also rushing inside the shelter, looking for a place to hide."What the hell?" I exclaimed when we finally got into safety."I-I'm sorry," Riva gasped while looking straight into my eyes.I frowned, getting more confused. How did she get shot? Isn't she the one behind this? Maybe because I tried to take the bullet that was supposed to be for Yvonne. My jaw clenched at the thought that she was the target of those
VLADIMIRRiva just started a fucking commotion. Reporters around swarmed like bees around her, making it hard for my men to drag her away!Fuck.What is she trying to do? Did she think she could win my favor if she ruined this event?"Vlad, please!" she screamed while trying to get away from the reporters who were shoving their mics and cameras in her face."Fuck it, do something," I hissed at Blaze who quickly moved."Vlad," Yvonne muttered beside me while holding onto my hand. Her palm was cold but sweaty and I couldn't blame her.She worked hard for this. And it's slowly falling apart right before her very eyes! Fuck.I should have known Riva wouldn't stop at anything. What else does she want from me?"Wait here," I whispered to her while signaling Matias to stay beside her.I don't want anything to do with her but this is the fastest way to get rid of her. I walked past the reporters who were asking questions nonstop. Cameras were flashing left and right! Blaze and my other men cl
YVONNEI stared at my reflection in the mirror. It's been a while since I last glammed up like this. The dress hugged my body in all the right places. The slit on one side showed just enough skin but still looked elegant and sophisticated.The strapless and structured bodice complemented me well. However, I couldn't help but think that something was amiss. I let out a harsh sigh."Is there something wrong?" Vlad asked when he suddenly appeared behind me. I was so preoccupied that I didn't notice when he came. He held me in his arms, his fingers gently caressing the curve of my waist.We were in the penthouse he had just acquired. I agreed to stay with him now that he's here but I'm still keeping my unit."Nothing," I forced a smile onto my lips. "I'm just a little anxious."I told him honestly. I wanted everything to be perfect tonight and I couldn't help but worry that something might go wrong."You don't need to worry," he pulled me onto him and gently placed a chaste kiss on my lip
VLADIMIR"I missed you," she groaned, making me harder than I already was!Fuck. She's making me lose it when I didn't even plan on taking her tonight! I wanted to take things slow, but she's a fucking temptation!I can't even remember how we ended up like this. I only wanted to surprise her with this new place. Her unit was fine, but I wanted the best for her. I knew she would probably refuse to accept it, so I already had it under her name.I growled when she suddenly bit my lip in the midst of our heated kiss. All thoughts that I had quickly dissipated into the air, leaving only her.I slid my fingers into her hair, pulled her face towards mine, and forcibly captured her exploring tongue with mine, thus deepening the kiss. Our mouths fused until we needed to come up for air. I didn't let her go. We tried to catch our breath against each other's lips."Vlad," she called my name like a prayer, breaking all the reigns I'd been trying so hard to keep."You have no idea how much I've l
YVONNE"What?!" I snapped at Selene who kept gawking at me as if I was a puzzle she couldn't quite solve."Are you high?" she asked, her voice dripping with genuine confusion.I frowned. Why the hell would she think that?"Something's different today. You look so..." she trailed off while staring at me. She's seriously starting to creep me out."Stop staring!" I groaned, but she only laughed at me."C'mon Yvonne, spill the beans!" she chuckled, making me roll my eyes."Does it have anything to do with Dr. Phil?" she asked, wiggling her eyebrows.She then glanced at Dr. Phil who was busy talking to his patients. I watched as the expression on her face slowly changed. When her eyes returned to me, she seemed more confused than earlier.An audible gasp came out of her lips when she must have realized something. Her eyes widened a fraction. It would have been funny watching her reactions if it hadn't changed to an accusing one."Don't tell me..." she didn't finish but I think we both knew