Klay’s POVI gritted my teeth as my eyes sharpened because of what I heard from my private investigator.“What did you say?”[M-Miss Kelly fled to another country as soon as I got to Russia, Mr. Carver. She fled back to her home country. The reason why I was unable to—]“Shut up, you stupid bast*rd!” I angrily ended the call and gripped the neck of the bottle of alcohol in my hand.So, that’s it? The only way to make you resurface is to put your father’s favorite collection for auction? I’m glad I thought of that. If only I knew, I would’ve done it five years ago. d*mn, babe! You’re making me so d*mn crazy! You are so fcking smart and that’s why I love you so much.I laughed like a madman and drank straight from the bottle. You’ve been hiding from me for five long years. The chase is over, babe. You’re coming back to me tomorrow night.I clenched my jaws. You can’t hide her from me anymore, Anderson. Her father is more important to her than anyone in this world. So she treasures his m
Kelly’s POVNo! No! I can’t let anyone ruin my plans. Yes! I expected this to happen since I know that Klay and Pierce are both VIP guests in this event and I have already planned about what I would do. However, the fact that the man I dearly loved and still love was standing in front of me with eyes full of happiness and longing is making my knees weak.“Kelly…”I pushed him a little and looked at him with a confused expression.“I’m sorry, sir. Do I know you?”That’s it! You’re doing good, Kelly. You need to disregard your feelings for the sake of your freedom and your daughter’s safety. As long as Klay is off the hook, you won’t guarantee your baby’s safety.The voices in my head praised me for pretending not to know Pierce. And although it hurts my heart, I had to do this.“W-What?” He sucked his breath. He looked so shocked as he stared at me in disbelief.I shook my head. “Are you one of the guests, sir? Are you okay? Do you feel sick?”He shook his head. “No… No… This can’t be.
Kelly’s POVBefore going to work, I stopped by the nearest coffee shop to buy a coffee. I was scrolling through my cellphone while falling in line.“Cappuccino on ice, please.”While waiting for my order, I sat on the nearest table, still looking at my phone when suddenly, a familiar scent of a male perfume filled my nose. A man suddenly sat on the seat in front of me.My lips parted and my heart raced when I lifted my face and saw him.“Uh…” I don’t know what to say.He scratched his temple and stared into my eyes. “I’m sorry, there are no vacant seats anywhere.”I roamed my eyes round and he’s right.Slowly, I just nodded my head and looked at my phone again, distracting myself when I’m already distracted by his presence.Why is he here? His company wasn’t in this area.“It’s…you,” he broke the silence.I cursed inside my head when I remember I’m just wearing light makeup today.I lifted my face again and smiled at him. “What is it, sir?”He cleared his throat. “The event. Auction.”
Kelly’s POVSnow is fine now. The doctor said it was just a fever and nothing complicated. And although I don’t want to leave her in the hospital, I need to go to work today. Besides, today I’m gonna meet the person that will represent me in the shareholders' meeting at my dad’s company. I won’t allow Klay to reign in my father’s company anymore.“I’m just gonna meet someone,” I told Mary, whose forehead immediately creased.“Hmm…” She hummed suspiciously and smirked.I just shook my head and grabbed my bag before I walked towards the elevator. As long as I’m not setting her on a date with Luke, she won’t stop teasing me. I know she’d shut her mouth once she faced the guy she likes.I came early to the karaoke bar where I asked to meet her. She’s a party animal, so no one would suspect that she’s meeting someone here.While I was sitting on the couch, I was scrolling on my phone, reading articles about Klay and his leadership. The public doesn’t know what kind of a person he is. The f
Klay’s POVI was sitting on the swivel chair, playing with the pen in my fingers. Today, I’m having a meeting with the shareholders and the new shareholder. The new shareholder owned the largest share and I’m about to get kicked out of my position. However, it’s fine. All because I know that it was her.Kelly is still angry and she’s starting to take everything back. I’m willing to give her everything. I’m willing to ruin everyone for her. She just has to let me explain and give me another chance. I can give everything back to her and even give her everything I have.I glanced at my wristwatch. The meeting will be at 10 AM, but it’s just 9 AM. I can no longer wait to see her again. If I can, I’ll fly to wherever she is and beg for forgiveness.Kelly… I’m not that evil, babe. Just give me another chance and I’ll do everything that you want.When the clock hit 10 AM, I sat properly on the swivel chair and anticipated her arrival. The shareholders came one by one until the very last one
Pierce’s POV“Where’s Phoebe?” I asked mom when I got home and Phoebe’s not around. It’s already 6 PM and she’s still not home. I really don’t like her friends who are always dragging her to different parties.Mom was reading a book in her bed when I barged in her room unannounced. She looked at me and put her book and reading glass down. “She said she’s gonna practice swimming in her school. She’ll be home any minute from now.”My forehead creased. “We have a pool, mom.”She smiled. “Let her do things her way, son. She’s an adult.”“Still…”“Don’t be so overprotective of your sister. Why don’t you tell me about yourself first? I noticed the changes in you. Why do you look so happy since last week, son?”That calmed me down. I roamed my eyes around, looking for dad.Mom sighed. “Your dad visited a friend.”I walked towards her and sat on the bed beside her. I looked her in the eyes. I’ve been wanting to tell her about my encounters with Kelly—with Elle, but I definitely know that she’
Kelly’s POVI palmed my forehead as I walked back and forth because of worry. Klay abducted Phoebe and he’s demanding me to meet him. I know him. He will hurt anyone just to get what he wants.I bit my bottom lip and stared at Snow who’s fell asleep on the couch. She’s lying there comfortably while hugging a soft and small pillow.What should I do? Should I call Pierce? That would reveal my identity. But…Klay has already learned about me. I’m also aware that he already knows the name I’m hiding behind. He just won’t stop until I go back to him.I called Luke over to look after Snow while I’m gone. I need to get Phoebe back myself. The last thing I want to do in this game of revenge is involve Pierce and his family so I’ll do this on my own.“Sweetie, mommy has to go somewhere.”She smiled sweetly. “Are you going to bring daddy home, mommy?”I swallowed hard and smiled at her. Not your daddy but your auntie, honey.I turned and he’s just silently watching me. I nodded at him after kiss
Kelly’s POVHe wants me to stay for a month but I can’t last a month without my daughter. What should I do? Klay won’t let Phoebe home if I don’t agree to his terms.I palmed my forehead and bit my bottom lip. I was unable to sleep thinking about Phoebe and Snow. Of course, I would always choose my daughter over anyone or anything but the trade shouldn’t involve people who are not even involved in my problems in life in the first place.I’ve thought of a decision that I don’t know if I will regret or not. But I will do this for everyone. I don’t care about my revenge anymore. I want peace for the people I love.I walked towards the glass wall in the room where I stayed all night and lifted the blinds. The beautiful ocean blessed my eyes with its fascinating beauty but I couldn’t bring myself to appreciate nature's beauty. This was one the picture I imagined in my head, but not the feelings I dreamed of. I feel so lonely and empty.The door behind me swung open and even if I don’t look