”Relax, that is the package” I heard Liam's voice and my feet remained glued to the floor as if I was in a trance state.”How are you so sure?” I asked Liam and my voice almost faltered. I erased Liam's presence in the room and focused on his head because the room suddenly became too stuffy for me to breathe in.His reply came almost immediately as he walked towards me.”Don't come closer!” I screamed in my head but I couldn't say it aloud. ”No one can disturb us until 8 Emily. Open the fucking door for the maid,” He said, and this time, I decided to look at his face, and I regretted ever looking at him.”You should get your head checked up.” I snapped and bit the inside of my cheek. ”You are acting as if you owned this place when all they did was help us out.” “Deep down, I know you are happy to see me,” Liam said out of the blue, and I wish I could wipe that smirk off his face.”Don't forget to get the package, Liam.” I said and disappeared inside the room. Forgetting everything
LIAM'S POVMy hand didn't stop itching even as we were descending the stairs to meet Mrs Jones and finalise the contract. I know Emily wasn't aware of me watching her but she was right when he said I already undressed her.When I got the dress, I didn't bother to check if I had to leave the room because I received a call from Rylan. He was already asking me to come back to Los Angeles because it seemed someone was actually watching him, and it had been going on for two days straight.But here I am staring at the back of a woman who would do anything to get on my nerves. I averted my gaze away from her when I saw Mrs Jones sitting in the dining room with papers in her hand while Andrew sat close beside her.His expression changed when he saw Emily and I know that look. He thought he could hide it, but I could see through his innermost desire. That lust in his eyes didn't disappear for one bit.“Good morning, Ma’am”, I greeted Mrs Jones first and sat down on the seat opposite to her whi
It was already past 4:30p.m. when Georgia finally came to drag me to her room. She didn't forget the party and she was adamant in bringing me along.Chelsea called me twice and told me Xavier actually asked about me while she told him I went on a business trip.Vincent sent me a text which I replied almost immediately because I was online when he texted me.“Somehow, I miss your presence and I felt like coming over. Tell me, do you want me to take you away from him.” I read Liam's text and smiled before sending my reply to him.It's been more than 2 hours but he refused to reply.“Emily, are you not going to sit?” Georgia asked and I shook my head. Good that he called me, I would have been lost in my thoughts.I stood in Georgia's room, feeling a bit awkward as I scanned her wardrobe. Georgia was rummaging through her clothes, trying to help me pick out a dress for the party, and I remember Chelsea was actually good at doing these two.She has helped me out countless times when I was
EMILY'S POVThe feel of the water against my skin was almost freezing me and I wanted to scream, but before I could make a sound, Liam's hands were over my mouth, silencing me.I would recognise even in the darkness, and today, his large hand and the way he grabbed my waist gave him away. No strange man would handle me like that.Liam pressed his lower body against my back, holding me close as we sank beneath the surface of the water."Be patient, Emily," he whispered in my ear, his breath sending shivers down my spine. "Just relax," he said and an electric shock coursed through me.I tried to calm down, but it was hard with Liam's body pressed against mine like a second flesh. We were almost cuddling in the pool, and I could feel my heart racing with fear.Fear that people will see us and Liam will make the moment his.. that is his plan.“I’m not going to fuck you inside the water Emily. I will do that to you in a more convenient way and it will be memorable.” Liam said and I swallow
The car door was pulled open, and Georgia pulled me in for a hug before I finally got inside the car. Mrs Jones already shared a few words with me before I finally decided to leave. Liam made it mandatory that we leave early in the morning after Thierry brought along my suitcase. I bid everyone bye before Liam finally joined me in the back seat. Andrew didn't come out and I guess he must be embarrassed because of the fatal blow Liam gave him.There was silence in the car until we got to the airport. As usual, we had to drive the private jet back to Los Angeles. I slept soundly and only woke up when we got to Los Angeles. It was already past 6 o'clock when we onboarded. You2025-01-30 do”Liam!” I heard that familiar voice say the moment she saw Liam. I can't believe you travelled without informing me of your love” she whimpered like a kid.Aysel’s mouth opened agape when he saw me dragging my suitcase. I will tell a taxi driver my address and I hope the house wasn't jam-packed with t
LIAM'S POVThe air blew softly, making the air in the surroundings conducive to me. Thierry took in my luggage while Aysel tagged alongside me like a plague. I will spend the rest of my days hating.The girl is oddly annoying, but I keep having doubts that she is actually a goodnight girl and can't harm a fly.”Liam", She called my name as she got inside the sitting room, but I didn't want her anywhere close to me.”Throw her out of the house and make sure she never comes back here again." I said, and Aysel's eyes became watered as she tried to close the distance between us, but Thierry took hold of her hand and dragged her with him.She didn't stop screaming and thrashing against Liam. She didn't stop calling my name either.I walked inside and freshened up in my room. I changed my suit and took my car key.Rylan and Maddox were already at the club but I know seeing them will actually make the conversation better than anything.The two men didn't change their spot all this while.”Yo
Vincent wasn't joking when he said he was going to give it his all to win my heart. Last night, after taking me back from the airport, he insisted that he wanted to see me, and I had no choice but to come downstairs to see him.He was standing at one of the statue sides of the hall and offered me a place to sit and I actually sat down beside him. He told me about how he was trying to convince his mum, who was pestering him, to bring me home.Vincent is not that bad but I have reasons for not dating him. This morning as I got ready for work, his car was already waiting for me at the mansion. He got up early just to get me to my place of work. I quickly fixed up my makeup before coming down to meet Vincent.”Good morning, pretty lady,” Vincent said, and he raised his head to kiss my forehead, and I froze on the spot. I wasn't actually expecting Vincent to actually be the type to be touchy in a romantic way.“Morning, Vincent”, I whispered and flashed Vincent a smile. He took my hand in
I sat back down at my desk, trying to shake off the feeling of unease that had settled in my stomach after my encounter with Liam. I pulled out my phone and opened up Instagram, scrolling through my feed to distract myself.Perhaps he was trying to get on my nerves by acting like he cared. I don't know what the workers were busy talking about now but I doubted it could be something else apart from me.As I scrolled my Instagram page, I noticed a message in my inbox from an unknown account. Though my fans message me to praise me about my books and all. Maybe this was also one of them.I raised an eyebrow, wondering who could have messaged me at this time. I opened up the message, and my heart skipped a beat as I read the words on the screen."Hi Emily, I've been watching you. You're a beautiful writer, and I love your work. Would you love to be my girlfriend? I love the outfit you wore today" I felt a shiver run down my spine as I read the message, my hands trembling and I had to put
EMILY'S POV"I will give you the necklace at the right time, Emily. I love the way it fits your neck Perfectly." Liam said and I wanted to smile right now but I swallowed it back. He should keep trying, maybe things will work out between us."I didn't tell you that I don't know how to get a necklace for myself," I said and stood in front of father office room."I didn't know I was the only man who could give you that because how did you know?" He asked and I wish I could run away right now."Well, Chelsea told me," I lied and he looked at me as if he could read through my lie."Why do I not find your answer convincing." He said and I quickly walked past him."I don't care about your opinion," I said and knocked on the door slightly. "Welcome, Liam," He said and Liam offered a bow. We walked towards the couch to sit down. I didn't bother to sit beside him and father seems to have seen what I am up to."I should have come to meet you straight, Father, but I wanted to see Emily first,"
EMILY'S POV"What are you doing here?" I asked Liam because I didn't expect him to find him in my personal office room this morning.And today at that. It's not that the thought hasn't crossed my mind but coming this early is what I didn't expect.I have been meaning to go to Liam's office room to question him about the necklace today but when I called Ms Linda, she told me no one had spotted Liam this morning.But now, he showed up in my office room, wearing a shirt that exposed part of his muscular chest."What do you think? I came to see how you are coping in your new office room. Also, to check if you miss me or not," he replied, and I should have expected that reply.Good that he even came because I have been wanting to ask about the necklace from him."Suit yourself but there is no coffee or tea for you Liam" I said but before he could reply, a knock came from the door."Come in" I said and one of the staff came in. I already forgot her name but she is working in the sales depar
LIAM'S POV"Oh, you wish?" He replied, his voice hoarse and dead. I wonder if he is even eating well.The prosecutor excused us while Thierry was still outside waiting at the door."What is it that you have to say?" I asked as I adjusted my tie around my neck. "Do you think it's all over if you keep me here?" He asked like a loser."I thought you like this place, isn't that why you refuse to say anything?" I retorted but that didn't seem to work because he smiled."You don't really know who you are dealing with Liam. Where did you keep my boys?" He inquired and I could see a hint of fear in his eyes and curiosity."Is that why you call me here? I am actually a busy man and I have a place to go right now" I said, ready to leave but I heard a light thud on the table."Emily," Andrew called, not saying anything more as he looked at me with a smirk on his face.And that one name made me stop but I didn't let the weakness show. I am more of a pro when it comes to hiding my emotions."If I
LIAM'S POVThierry sent a message to me concerning Andrew who is in the prosecutor's custody. Report came to me that he will soon be charged to court and he keeps insisting that he won't talk until he sees me. All evidence points to him making it hard for his lawyer to defend him. There was no breakthrough for him which is why he decided to maintain his right to be silent.However, he was charged to court and yet, he keeps insisting that he needs to see me, which is why I had to dress up this morning just to see him."Sir, do you think we should at least take his underlings to him? If they confess, he will have no choice but to give in because everyone is against him." Theirry said, though I would have done that but I know it won't work because one of them will eventually take the Fall. They will even deny him all because they want him out by all means."Those guys have been trained not to speak up and instead, remain loyal to him," I said and descended the stairs slowly. It still f
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