LIAM'S POV Rylan has actually helped me a lot when it comes to anything about me and I must say I appreciate him a lot for this. However, Emily already got another phone, but I know whoever this stalker is, he will text Emily, and he will be looking for a way to invite her out. “Sorry, Liam. I guess you will remain a bachelor all your life or you can just get married to her sister.” Maddox said, joking around. “Say one more thing, dear Maddox, and I will seal those lips.” I threatened before relaxing back on the couch. My phone rang inside my pocket and I picked it up to see Thierry's name displayed. “Hello, sir; I don't think this is the way to miss Emily's apartment,” Thierry said and my eyes opened wide. The dizziness I was feeling disappeared like a flash. “What do you see?” I asked him. “It looks like the deserted part of the city but what surprised me more is that it's filled with deserted houses,” Thierry replied. “Hold on and keep tailing her. You must not miss her,” I
EMILY'S POV I stepped out of the car and onto the deserted street, my eyes fixed on the uncompleted building in front of me. I had agreed to meet him here and the painful part is, I don't even know his name. My eyes glanced around, making sure no one saw me but I am not even sure if people are seriously not looking right now. I took a deep breath and began to walk towards the entrance, my heels clicking on the uneven pavement. As I reached the door, I turned the doorknob and stepped inside. Everything was completely dark and cobwebs were in my way because I could feel it. I turned on the flashlight of my phone and walked inside. A torch flashed in my way and I followed the direction of the light. My heart skipped a beat when he led me to one of the rooms, and that was where I saw his face. ”Long time Emily," He said, and I swallowed hard. I knew I shouldn't have come here when he sent me the location after dropping the call but do I ever listen? My hands lost their strength whe
EMILY'S POV I felt a shiver run down my spine as I realized how close I had come to being hurt. Liam's arms were still around me, holding me steady. For a moment, I forgot that we were divorced and that we had a complicated and painful history. All I felt was gratitude and relief that someone was actually looking after me Despite how I reacted, Liam actually came to rescue me. “I didn't… I didn't kill him,” I said, my lips quivering, but Liam silenced me by placing his finger over my lips. The paramedics came in alongside the policemen, who I believe came to investigate what happened there. “I don't want to go to jail”, I whispered, and a lone tear escaped my lips, which Liam licked with his tongue, and my face flushed pink. “I didn't know you are actually this cute when you are angry”, Liam joked, and my face flushed pink. I do not even have the time to argue with him to drop me right here. He was taken away and the ambulance drove off. “Ms Emily. We will leave you alone tod
EMILY'S POV I took the shirt and a pair of panties dropped on the bed alongside a red bra. My eyes widened when I saw it and it took me a while to finally regain control. “Ahh,” I said aloud as I took the panties in my hand. I wore it and also the brassiere which cupped my breast perfectly. Putting on the shirt, I buttoned up the shirt and walked to the mirror to look at my reflection. My eyes look swollen and tired and I doubt I will be able to sleep well. I thought I was actually going to seek more answers, not knowing that was the last day I was going to sew him. The door burst open and Liam walked inside after locking the door. He sauntered towards me, his footsteps echoing as he closed the distance. Liam's eyes roamed my body and I could see the raw hunger in them when he saw my exposed laps. There was no point in hiding when the shirt only covered half of my thighs. “Thank you” I murmured nervously, my heart racing widely. “It's fine. You should join me downstairs, you n
EMILY'S POV I changed into a stunning black dress to match it with the heels I brought last night. My phone beeps, and I click on it to check who it is that messaged me this morning. Picking up my phone from the bed, I clicked on the message box and the number gripped my attention first. “I have missed and I can't wait to have a taste of you. Let's meet,” I read the text, and my hand grew cold. I never expected this when I already changed my phone. I didn't reply, but instead, I took my bag and left the room. Descending the stairs I could see Liam was already waiting for me in the sitting room. My eyes took in the way the plain brown shirt stuck to his tall frame and embraced his muscles like a second skin. His shoe shone brightly under the chandelier and a muscle twitched in his eyes when he finally looked my way. I descend the stairs slowly, looking at him, and it seems he is actually going to say something, but I don't know what he is going to talk about. Could it be about the
EMILY'S POV Vincent was asked to wait behind while Liam and I were instructed to go inside the interrogation room. I sit quietly at the table with a worried look. “I’m glad to inform you that the gun didn't penetrate his head; instead, it was through the walls of her heart”, The cop said, and my palms became sweaty. I rubbed them against the dress and hoped neither of them would know I was shaking right now. “Is he going to make it? Maybe we can ask him a question,” Liam said, but the officer shook his head. “He is in a coma and all we need to do is to keep hoping that one day he will be okay,” The cop explained. “Okay. Then how about the investigation?” Liam asked and the cop replied. “According to what Miss Emily said we found out that the information is true.” the cop said. “I think the data in his phone should be analysed and everything checked, including call logs,” Liam suggested, and I marvelled at his intelligence. He can also work in the station. I ignored the way our
AYSEL’S POV I stared blankly at the wall, my mind still reeling from the events of the past few days. The sound of my phone ringing broke the silence, and I hesitated for a moment before answering. "Hello?" I said, my voice cautious. "Miss Aysel, it's me," a low, gravelly voice said. "I have some news. The man you asked to meet me to take care of in a coma." He said and I wish he had told me sooner. I actually thought he was going to die, but I just looked at what he did. He couldn't even kill a man. “Did anyone see your face?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady. “No one ma'am. I will be in isolation until you need me again,” He said, and the line went dead. I was left staring at my phone. I took a deep breath and tried to shake off the feeling of unease that had settled in the pit of my stomach. The police called me this morning to appear in the station and I have been practicing my lines since morning. Shedding tears is actually a piece of cake to me. Just as I was s
LIAM'S POV Without the culprit being caught I already knew who tried to kill the man. But I only need more proof and they will be put behind bars. “Mr Liam. I already called them and they will be here soon.” The cop said. I was actually trying to take a better view of the world from the rooftop. “I would love to take him away from the hospital room. I'm afraid the person who tried to kill him won't back down now.” I said, rubbing the back of my head. My phone rang, interrupting our conversation, and I had to pick it up when I saw that it was from Rylan. It was all thanks to him; Emily would have been in the very right position. Not that I won't help her out but she might get backlash from the people. “Please excuse me,” I said and picked up the call. “Hello, Dude. The stalker has been caught. Where do you want me to take him?” Rylan asked with a bit of sarcasm. “Are you just here to bluff about getting him?” I asked and I could imagine his face now. He is definitely smirking.
EMILY'S POV"Why would I lie about that?" Vincent said, looking at me and I realized he wasn't joking.Then there is only one person my mind goes to, Liam. Could he be the one who gave me the necklace?If it's someone Chelsea knows then it should be Liam since Vincent denied being the one."Vincent, I'm sorry but you need to excuse me for a while. I need to hurry home because Xavier will be back soon" I quickly said and unlocked the door."When will I see you then?" He asked, trying not to pry too much. "I don't know if we will get to see each other because I might be busy. Thanks for the bouquet" I said and shut the door.Vincent waved at me and watched as I drove the car out. My mind was reeling as I gripped the steering wheel, realization dawned on me. Liam's eyes were filled with mischief yesterday and I should have known the way he acted was suspicious. He saw the necklace and didn't bother asking anything about it.The dance, the videos online, it was all his plan all along a
EMILYS’S POVAysel came back with a cup of coffee for both me and Father. I could see the irritating look on her face when she gave me the coffee but there was nothing she could do. She is still at my mercy because I could change my mind. I know Father wanted to make sure principle was uploaded between us compared to Laura who always tried to make sure I suffered.‘Now that you and Emily have reconciled, can you wait in the other room till I'm done with your sister? I need to discuss it with your sister and you aren’t supposed to be there.’’ Father said but I could notice the blood drained from Aysel's face.“But Dad, I thought I should be there because this is something concerning the company."Maybe you have forgotten I owned this place, Aysel. This is my company and you can't tell me how to run it." Father said, anger evident in his voice as he clenched his hand around the glass cup. "Or have you already forgotten what you did?" Father asked and that seemed to work.Aysel took her
EMILY'S POVJust like what I expected of Aysel. My instinct kept telling me she would not stay idle while I worked at my father's company. After the terrible news about her being a bully, the people despise her in the span of 24 hours."Let her go," Father said and the guards let her be. "You can leave," Father ordered the men.Aysel eyes and mine made eye contact and then she tried to fake the pitiful face again.The moment they left, Aysel walked towards Father and went on her knees. She used the tissue in her hand to blow her nose before raising her head.Woah. She actually came prepared."What are you doing here Aysel? Didn't I tell you not to come back here and you want rumours to spread about you again, then the stock price will plummet?" Father asked and Aysel exclaimed no, sobbing with her cheeks wet.She placed her bag on the floor and placed her hand on her lap. “No Dad. I actually came because I realised what I did was bad,” she said and sniffled. The drama Queen wasn’t d
EMILY'S POVI squeezed my eyes open when I heard my phone ringing. I picked up my phone and checked who the caller was. It was Dad calling. Yes. I almost forgot that I will be joining his company today. "Hello, Dad. Good morning," I said and I heard his voice from the other end."Morning Emily. I hope you are already set to come to the company today." Father asked and I smiled and graced my lips because the truth is, I was actually ready to come and I couldn't wait to see what Aysel's face would look like if I eventually saw me at the company."Yes, Father. I will be coming to the company today before 9. am," I responded and Father chuckled."I hope Aysel will come to her senses soon before it is too late. Why can't she even learn from you?" Father asked but I couldn't reply.I knew he was a forgiving man who would likely take Emily if she became remorseful for her actions."I think she will realise sooner than you expect, Father," I said and got up from the bed. When I looked at the
Aysel's POVMy phone rings, stirring me up from my deep slumber. It was already past 9, and I wondered who could be calling me by this time of the night. With my eyes half closed, I dragged my hands around the bed in search of my phone.When I finally saw it, I checked the caller. It was the reporter I gave the job to. I already forgot I hadn't sent the pictures of Emily and Vincent to him.But the hit killer has sent the pictures to me. I picked up the call and pressed the phone to my ear."Hello. Sorry, I should have informed you that the pictures are ready" I said in a low tone, still trying to get rid of the sleep."Ms Aysel. I didn't call you about that. Have you seen the news?" She asked in a nervous tone."Which news?" I asked as I placed the other side of my cheek on the pillow."The video clip of Ms Emily and Mr Liam dancing." She answered and my heart skipped a beat in shock.The video of Emily and Liam dancing?"I don't know what you are talking about. Hold on" I said and q
EMILY'S POV I sat on a table not too far from the entrance. I sipped the wine slowly and waited for Liam to be done. Not quite long, I heard the soft echoing of boots on the floor. It was Liam and I would have recognised him if I hadn't raised my head. "Sorry for keeping you waiting," He said and sat across from me. "Liam, I need to talk to you," I said and rubbed my palm on the dress because it was becoming sweaty. "What is it?" he asked, his eyes filled with curiosity, unlike any other day when it's always blank. I took a deep breath. "I won't be able to go on the vacation trip with you. I need to prepare to join my father's company because I received a text from him." I said and swallowed the saliva in my throat. He told me he already discussed it with you" I added and looked up to see Liam's expression. Liam's face changed, his eyes clouded with anger, something else I couldn't figure out because he blinked. "You're choosing your father's company for the trip and I understand
EMILY'S POV I drove out of Emily's store and the car moved through the tiled road. I look at the necklace on my neck and even at night, the diamond stone dazzles, which leaves me speechless. Why would he even get me a diamond necklace and pretend that it is from a secret admirer? I decided not to think about Vincent's reasons for now. Instead, I drive safely to where the ball party is being held. This is going to be the last time I and Liam will ever attend a ball party together. When I parked the car, the reporters were already at the front of the building taking pictures of all the celebrities who came in to grace the occasion. At least, I am not a celebrity so no one will at least capture this moment. I take one last look at myself in the mirror. The smoky eye makeup Chelsea gave me. I took my purse and got out of the car after locking it. The stunning gown was a masterpiece of silk and lace, hugging my curves in all the right places as I stepped out, breathing in the fresh air.
EMILY'S POV"Fine. I mean, it's not that tiring, and the pay is pretty good," I replied and wished she would actually go now, but she still wanted to hang around, I think since the ball party is not starting anytime soon.A sly grin on her face before she decided to part her lips again to say something. "I think you are the first woman to say that because all his secretaries were attracted to him," she said, her voice dripping with sweetness. "But I doubt you are one of them?"I raised an eyebrow, sensing jealousy. "Oh. I didn't know they were like that," I replied, trying to keep my tone neutral.Rose leaned against the railing around the balcony, next to my side, her eyes sparkling with mischief. "So, I heard Liam is not dating anyone right," she said, her voice laced with excitement. I looked at her, my eyes calculative as I looked at her. "Sorry, I just don't know why I am drawn to you. I know you understand, but as a woman, I am in love with him," She said and exhaled.I try not
EMILY'S POVMr Theodore, who has been calm all through, becomes helpless. "I know Me Emily recently, and we are just friends, sir. That is all there is between us," Theodore said, and my brows furrowed in confusion.Did he just try to explain that there is nothing in between us?He only wanted to be my friend and I could see the sincerity in his eyes. It's just one healthy relationship, and Liam already ruined it by trying to intimidate him, huh?Who would dare admit to being the date of a girl the CEO showed interest in unless he is ready to lose his job?"Okay," Liam said, and I was forced to try to walk away from him."Are you trying to walk away from me?" He asked me and followed me.Why would he even ask such an obvious question?"You just try to steal another man's spot just because you are the CEO, Mr. Nolan," I said and walked down to the balcony to take a better look at the surroundings and the sky."Since you have just two days left here, I had to seize every opportunity and