ISABELLA’S POV“You sing so well.” I complimented, gazing at him as he sat. The singing part was over, and I was impressed. His tone was gentle, and each word sounded genuine. It was a song about longing for love, to be held and seen.“You like it?” He smiled sheepishly, and I nodded.Kelvin was two years younger than me, so I saw him as a brother.“I will sing you to bed every night then, " he teased. I laughed and jokingly ruffled his hair as I wondered how it would feel to have a sibling. Ever since I found out the truth, I had not attempted to find my birth parents. Maybe because I believed they had abandoned me, I wasn't ready to relive the hurt.Mr Neil walked into the container, sweat clinging to his forehead.“It is time for the meet and greet with fans. Then, your lunch with Ava Spring.” He announced.Kelvin rolled his eyes. “Must I? I don't even like her.” “The fans like you two together. We do this to stay relevant, boy, " he reminded Kelvin, and he shrugged his shoulders
THIRD PERSON’S POVKelvin let out a groan before dragging his eyes open. His head was splitting in half with pain shooting through him. The room didn’t look like his, nor did it feel like his bed. His eyes landed on the small frame cuddled on the sofa, and he immediately sat up.Isabella.What was he doing in her room?He had no memory of how he had ended up here. Yes, he had gotten overwhelmed last night and ended up drowning himself in alcohol, but that had been in his trailer. He couldn’t understand why his mother would show up without meeting him. She was gone as fast as she came.His eyes drifted towards the clock, and he remembered having breakfast with Ava—an act that Mr Neil forced him to keep on to. Ava wasn’t just a singer; she was the daughter of a prominent politician who was a big shareholder in the industry.“Isabella, " he mumbled, but she didn’t seem to hear. Not wanting to walk her, he gently strode towards her, picked her up, and placed her back in bed.His eyes move
ISABELLA’S POVBy the time I woke up, Kelvin was gone, and it bothered me that he never got to clarify what he had meant last night.Was he falling for me? Or was he just drunk?I wondered.After dressing up in an easy wear, I head towards his container, trying not to bring anyone’s attention to myself. It was great that no one had tried publishing any weird news about the unfamiliar woman with him. Me.As I attempted to open the door, I heard something and froze.Date. Contract. Career.Deep down, it felt so sad that his life had to be controlled like this, but this was one of the numerous sacrifices that came with fame. I heard him get up, claiming to confront Ivy, and fear sparked in me because somehow I knew they weren’t expecting him and might be caught if things went wrong.If they could do it in the bush, they could do it anywhere.Dragging in a breath, my legs moved briskly as I headed there. My breathing became heavy. I would look over my shoulder and see him from afar. Quic
ISABELLA’S POV“Your ticket to Durango is ready, Phoenix. Are you sure I can't make you change your mind?” Rex said from the other end of the phone, causing me to take a deep breath.Ever since I told him I was taking six months off and leaving for a small town, he had spent the last two hours trying to convince me to stay. My career, the money I could make, the client base I was building, the new promotion I had gotten, and the talent scout project.As much as I wanted to give him a yes. I knew I was too broken to think straight right now. I just wasn’t in the right frame of mind.I had no reason to—no husband, child, or best friend. The sad events were too swarming, weighing me down.“I’m sorry, Rex, but as much as I love working for you, I need this break.” My voice was low. I felt drained, and my eyes were sore from the sleepless nights.There was a brief silence.“If that is what you need, Isabella, I will grant that. Just know that the company will always be open whenever you co
THIRD PERSON’S POVThe hall was filled with everyone, decorations hanging low, and different colourful flowers splashed everywhere. At almost every corner stood pictures of Alaric and Elena—the same picture they had pressured him to take with her.Given how the wedding was still a month away, he didn’t seem to understand why this was necessary.Reporters were standing everywhere, silently taking pictures, while Alaric stood in a Black suit with dazzling stones. He could see his mother from the crowd as she chatted with different vital personalities. She was dressed in a cream-coloured gown paired with an expensive diamond necklace.According to her, this was supposed to be a celebration of a future love, but it was starting to look like a wedding.The glass doors opened, and Elena walked in, dressed in a long red gown that covered her feet and showed just the tips of her heels. They were tiny straps with a bold red rope connected to the left strap, draped around her neck and flung bac
ISABELLA’S POVToday was exactly two years since I married the man I had loved for five years. A smile caressed my lips as I tightened my grip on the steering wheel and turned my head to steal a glimpse of the pretty red and white cake sitting in the transparent box on the passenger seat. My phone dinged continuously, but every time I looked at it, it was just classmates from way back, expressing how lucky I was to be married to the once school hottie and a multi-billionaire. Maybe my marriage wasn't as rosy as people thought, but I was at least glad I got to be with him. Alaric Wolfe….His name rang in my head for the umpteenth time. The image from the first day I saw him seeped into my mind. It was my first day in college, and I was just a shy, nerdy girl with whom no one wanted to relate. Even my sister did her best to avoid me. “Who walks around in glasses and an ugly outfit like that? Reputation, girl. I don't know about you, but mine matters.” She had said, sounding so disgus
ISABELLA’S POVA sharp pain ran through my head as I drifted my eyes apart. The harsh, sterile light hitting my sensitive eyes caused me to blink. The smell of antiseptic filled the air, mixed with the beeping sounds of the machines. I tried to take in everything about my surroundings. Before everything went blank, the image found its way in. “Oh! You awake?” A gentle female voice said, and I turned my head slowly due to the pain of seeing a pretty lady who seemed to be in her twenties smiling at me. She was dressed in a nurse uniform. She had black hair and looked like she was pleased with her job. “How do you feel now?” She questioned; however, I felt my mouth was too dry to respond. It felt like I hadn't drunk a drop of water in ages. My throat was so parched, with my head throbbing.My whole body was on fire. It felt as though it was stung by needles, and I groaned. “What day is it?” I managed to croak out, my voice a shadow of itself. I could feel my energy draining with string
ISABELLA’S POV“See what the cat dragged in after four days.” Elena let out a smug look on her face. “Just enough time to have all the fun in the world while your husband suffers. Poor Alaric. It must be such a headache to be married to you.” She added, her tone dropping, causing me to clench my teeth.Two years after school, and yet nothing had changed. That is such old bitchy behaviour from a spoilt brat. I rolled my eyes and tried to walk past her, squeezing Mireille’s hand not to give a response. My whole body was on fire. The pain was getting worse with every second that ticked by, even though the Doctor admitted to giving me painkillers. I still had to show up some other days to get checked. “You don't get to leave when I’m talking!” She threatened, pulling me back and causing my head to let out a bang. My heart rate rose, and I could feel it hammering against my chest as memories of the accident flooded my mind. I could smell the lingering petrol in the air. The world was clos
THIRD PERSON’S POVThe hall was filled with everyone, decorations hanging low, and different colourful flowers splashed everywhere. At almost every corner stood pictures of Alaric and Elena—the same picture they had pressured him to take with her.Given how the wedding was still a month away, he didn’t seem to understand why this was necessary.Reporters were standing everywhere, silently taking pictures, while Alaric stood in a Black suit with dazzling stones. He could see his mother from the crowd as she chatted with different vital personalities. She was dressed in a cream-coloured gown paired with an expensive diamond necklace.According to her, this was supposed to be a celebration of a future love, but it was starting to look like a wedding.The glass doors opened, and Elena walked in, dressed in a long red gown that covered her feet and showed just the tips of her heels. They were tiny straps with a bold red rope connected to the left strap, draped around her neck and flung bac
ISABELLA’S POV“Your ticket to Durango is ready, Phoenix. Are you sure I can't make you change your mind?” Rex said from the other end of the phone, causing me to take a deep breath.Ever since I told him I was taking six months off and leaving for a small town, he had spent the last two hours trying to convince me to stay. My career, the money I could make, the client base I was building, the new promotion I had gotten, and the talent scout project.As much as I wanted to give him a yes. I knew I was too broken to think straight right now. I just wasn’t in the right frame of mind.I had no reason to—no husband, child, or best friend. The sad events were too swarming, weighing me down.“I’m sorry, Rex, but as much as I love working for you, I need this break.” My voice was low. I felt drained, and my eyes were sore from the sleepless nights.There was a brief silence.“If that is what you need, Isabella, I will grant that. Just know that the company will always be open whenever you co
ISABELLA’S POVBy the time I woke up, Kelvin was gone, and it bothered me that he never got to clarify what he had meant last night.Was he falling for me? Or was he just drunk?I wondered.After dressing up in an easy wear, I head towards his container, trying not to bring anyone’s attention to myself. It was great that no one had tried publishing any weird news about the unfamiliar woman with him. Me.As I attempted to open the door, I heard something and froze.Date. Contract. Career.Deep down, it felt so sad that his life had to be controlled like this, but this was one of the numerous sacrifices that came with fame. I heard him get up, claiming to confront Ivy, and fear sparked in me because somehow I knew they weren’t expecting him and might be caught if things went wrong.If they could do it in the bush, they could do it anywhere.Dragging in a breath, my legs moved briskly as I headed there. My breathing became heavy. I would look over my shoulder and see him from afar. Quic
THIRD PERSON’S POVKelvin let out a groan before dragging his eyes open. His head was splitting in half with pain shooting through him. The room didn’t look like his, nor did it feel like his bed. His eyes landed on the small frame cuddled on the sofa, and he immediately sat up.Isabella.What was he doing in her room?He had no memory of how he had ended up here. Yes, he had gotten overwhelmed last night and ended up drowning himself in alcohol, but that had been in his trailer. He couldn’t understand why his mother would show up without meeting him. She was gone as fast as she came.His eyes drifted towards the clock, and he remembered having breakfast with Ava—an act that Mr Neil forced him to keep on to. Ava wasn’t just a singer; she was the daughter of a prominent politician who was a big shareholder in the industry.“Isabella, " he mumbled, but she didn’t seem to hear. Not wanting to walk her, he gently strode towards her, picked her up, and placed her back in bed.His eyes move
ISABELLA’S POV“You sing so well.” I complimented, gazing at him as he sat. The singing part was over, and I was impressed. His tone was gentle, and each word sounded genuine. It was a song about longing for love, to be held and seen.“You like it?” He smiled sheepishly, and I nodded.Kelvin was two years younger than me, so I saw him as a brother.“I will sing you to bed every night then, " he teased. I laughed and jokingly ruffled his hair as I wondered how it would feel to have a sibling. Ever since I found out the truth, I had not attempted to find my birth parents. Maybe because I believed they had abandoned me, I wasn't ready to relive the hurt.Mr Neil walked into the container, sweat clinging to his forehead.“It is time for the meet and greet with fans. Then, your lunch with Ava Spring.” He announced.Kelvin rolled his eyes. “Must I? I don't even like her.” “The fans like you two together. We do this to stay relevant, boy, " he reminded Kelvin, and he shrugged his shoulders
THIRD PERSON’S POVWhatever Isabella thought a tour would contain, this was far from it. From the nauseous feeling to the unending noise to the fans occupying everywhere, this was the first time she would be among a crowd of this quantity, and now she was hiding in the van, hoping for a break from this. The first day had passed since they got to Columbia, and she had not seen Kelvin since he walked out of this van, telling Mina, one of his assistants, to attend to her every need. Her accommodation and food were sorted out.“K. Sol!!!” The distant voices echoed as she flicked through her phone, hoping for something to pull her out of this boredom. Would it be right if she requested to leave?She was deep in thought when there was a knock on the window, and she opened the door to let Mina in.“K,” She paused, breathing heavily. “He ran off stage mid-performance and has refused to let anyone in. I don’t know what to do, and Mr Neil…”Isabella’s heart started to pound fast as she thought
ISABELLA’S POV“I’m afraid it is a family matter, Miss. We can't invade his home for that. Just go home and talk to your husband.” The plump policeman said again as he stroked his beard, the ring on his finger evident. “You seem not to understand, sir. I have been there, but he won’t let me in.” I informed him, irritation seeping in. I did. I went back there the second I got the papers, and Elena had instructed them not to answer me or let me in, not even when I banged the gate and screamed at the top of my lungs.“Then keep trying, Miss. Please leave. I have other cases to attend to. Someone could be dying somewhere right now.” He sounded displeased and tired.I let out a low groan, annoyed and eager to punch him in the face.My case was just as important as any other one.Before I could speak, he got up and walked towards his partner. I watched as they exchanged pleasantries.“Who is she?”The other policeman asked, and the plump man’s eyes darted over him with disgust.“Just some
ELENA’S POV“Just one fucking thing, and you can't even get that done!” My father roared, and the next, the vase was sent crashing against the wall above my head, with the pieces cascading over my body.I trembled in fear as tears stung my eyes. This was just like him. There was nothing I ever did that he was pleased with. At first, he despised my pursuit of Alaric until his company gradually went bankrupt, and now he needed this major partnership to stir the company back to the right path.“You are useless. So useless.” He slammed his fist into the wall in annoyance.We were standing in my father’s sitting room. His jacket was now off, and he was pacing up and down the room, and all my mom could do was watch.“I tried, father. I…” My words trailed off when another vase came crashing against my forehead and hitting the floor with a loud thud followed by shattering glass. Pain shot through me, and I bit on my lower lip, clutching the edge of my skirt tightly.It would soon be over, I t
THIRD PERSON POVAlaric had spent all night wondering if his wife had been an evil woman. Maybe that was why his mother was trying to protect him from her or the hurtful memories. He exhaled for the hundredth time as he awaited daybreak, then finally headed straight to the locked room with the keys and a hammer in case that didn’t work.It was funny how the door opened the second he turned the handle. He heaved a sigh of relief, and the full sight came into view. Female dresses were scattered over the bed, and unused makeup was at different angles. Shoes and bags looked outdated. Did he make his wife suffer? Maybe work multiple jobs like other men do? Did he treat her so poorly? Was that why she never showed up?He picked the first dress, taking a sniff of each, but there was no scent on them, nothing that reminded him of her, not the shoes or bags. And worse, most of them still had their tags on.Frustrated, he rampaged the whole room, hoping to find the painting, but it was nowher