Chapter Twenty-Two Rhea was still in shock that Kieran had noticed Mr. John staring at her throughout the meeting. She had assumed he was too reserved to care about such things, but his last statement before they left had surprised her even more—he had taken her side. They walked in silence toward the elevator, standing side by side as they waited. Rhea occasionally stole glances at Kieran, who stood with his back resting against the glass, his head leaning backward, eyes closed. His sharp jawline and flawless skin made him look effortlessly handsome. Even his side profile was breathtaking. Rhea quickly looked away, afraid that he would catch her staring. Once the elevator reached the ground floor, they stepped out and walked toward the car waiting outside. Kieran slid into the backseat, resting his elbow on the armrest while his other hand propped up his head against the window. His eyes remained closed, and for a moment, Rhea wondered whether he had fallen asleep from exhaus
Chapter Twenty-Three "Oh, I told you she'd be good for the job," Kael said casually. Kieran simply nodded, not bothering to say much. Kael’s eyes landed on the empty plate on Kieran’s desk. "Did you make that?" he asked, a teasing smile forming. "Wow, finally, you're taking better care of your health." Kieran gave him a blank look before ending the call without another word. After finishing his food, he stood up, picking up his plate. As he walked to the kitchen, a sudden sharp pain shot through his head. It was unlike anything he had ever felt before—so intense that he had to grab onto the counter for support. A low groan escaped his lips as he clenched his jaw, his breathing uneven. The pain wasn't just in his head; it coursed through his entire body, like something inside him was shifting, changing against his will. Kieran forced himself to move, each step toward his room feeling heavier than the last. He shut the door behind him and stumbled toward the bathroom, grip
Chapter 24 As Ethan continued searching for the files, Rhea could feel his eyes on her. He wasn’t being subtle about it either. Every few moments, she caught him stealing glances at her, his gaze lingering far longer than she was comfortable with. A cold shiver ran down her spine, and she fought the urge to shift in her seat. "So, how’s life as Kieran’s new assistant?" Ethan suddenly asked, breaking the silence. "Good," Rhea replied shortly, keeping her tone neutral. Ethan chuckled, leaning back in his chair. "You know, it’s been almost a month since you started working for him, and I must say, things seem to be going smoothly. I’ve never seen him so patient with anyone before. Either you’re exceptionally good at your job, or…" He trailed off, a smirk forming on his lips. Rhea narrowed her eyes slightly. "Or what?" "Or there’s something else," he said, his gaze darkening. Rhea didn’t like the sound of that. She had no idea what he meant, but she decided not to push the
Chapter Twenty-Five Rhea rushed to the restroom, her hands shaking as she gripped the sink. She stared at her reflection, her breath coming in shallow gasps. What the hell just happened? Her mind was still reeling from the encounter with Ethan. She pressed her lips together, taking deep breaths to calm herself. When she finally felt steady enough, she examined her face more closely. There, on her cheek, was a bright red bruise. Shit. The last thing she wanted was for Kieran to notice. The very thought of him seeing it and asking questions sent a wave of anxiety crashing over her. Rhea hesitated for a moment before pulling the scrunchie from her hair, letting the long strands fall forward to cover the mark. She ran her fingers through her hair a few times, making sure it concealed the bruise. Then she checked her phone. An hour had passed. Her eyes widened. Oh my God. I’m going to get fired. Heart pounding, she shoved her phone back into her pocket and hurried out of t
Chapter oneRhea slipped into her red dress, the fabric hugging her waist snugly before flowing freely from her hips downward. She admired how the dress accentuated her figure. Her black, shiny hair cascaded down her back, nearly reaching her lower waist. She brushed it carefully, making sure every strand was smooth before leaving her room.Sliding into her slippers, Rhea stepped out and walked into the living room. Almost immediately, a small figure launched itself at her. She laughed softly as her little brother, Sam, wrapped his arms around her in a warm hug."Good morning, Rhea! I love your dress," Sam said, his tiny voice ringing with excitement.Rhea crouched down to his level, her smile widening. "Good morning, Sam. Did you sleep well?""Mmhm," he nodded enthusiastically. "That’s good," she replied, taking his small hand in hers. "Come on, let’s go see Mom and Dad."Hand in hand, they walked into the kitchen, where their mother, Danielle, was busy cooking at the stove. The sme
Chapter two"Then you leave us with no choice," the man said coldly, his voice laced with menace. He turned to the other men standing behind him. "Kill them," he ordered without hesitation.The two men nodded, their expressions emotionless as they removed their gloves. George and Danielle’s faces went pale as they watched in horror. The men’s nails elongated into sharp claws, their movements becoming more animalistic and swift. George stepped forward, determined to protect his family. He fought valiantly, punching and kicking in a desperate attempt to fend off the attackers. But it was futile. Their claws tore into his skin, blood staining the floor as they savaged him. Danielle screamed, her voice piercing and filled with despair as she witnessed the brutal scene unfold.In her panic, Danielle tried to run, but the men were unnaturally fast. They caught up to her in seconds. One of them grabbed her by the throat, silencing her scream with a swift, brutal motion. Her lifeless body cr
Chapter three.In a luxurious mansion, A guy walked in, he was dressed in casual outfit, his brown hair slicked backwards leaving just a few strands to fall down his face. He was tall, well built and also very handsome, his light brown eyes complementing his looks.Another guy was sitting in the living area, his legs crossed, he was sipping on his juice, his eyes focused on the television in front of him. The house was a definition of a modern house, nice furnitures, painting, from the looks of it, you can tell the owner is very wealthy."Got anything interesting for me?" The voice spoke, he has this deep masculine voice, a voice that could make a person shiver. "Yes Alpha." The other guys said taking a seat beside the Alpha, he was holding a paper to which he gave the Alpha, it was details of a girl, Alpha scanned through it before placing it on the table."Well, she was the only survivor, I don't know how she managed to survive with injuries, she got stabbed in her stomach, she's i
Chapter four“They look like the ones who came that night,” Rhea began hesitantly, her voice trembling. “They all had this scar on their foreheads, and they were dressed in black. I couldn’t see their faces clearly because they were covered.” Her eyes darted nervously to Kael, searching for some understanding.Kael leaned back slightly in his chair, observing her carefully. “Well, they’re dead now, and you were the only survivor.” The words hit Rhea like a thunderbolt. Her eyes widened as the implication sank in. “No... no! I didn’t kill them! I swear I didn’t!” she protested, her voice rising in panic. But then, she froze. Something clicked in her mind like the distant toll of a bell, and her hands instinctively flew to her head. Her temples throbbed painfully as fragmented memories resurfaced. She groaned and closed her eyes tightly, trying to block out the onslaught of recollections.Kael didn’t move, his sharp gaze fixed on her. He couldn’t determine if she was recalling someth
Chapter Twenty-Five Rhea rushed to the restroom, her hands shaking as she gripped the sink. She stared at her reflection, her breath coming in shallow gasps. What the hell just happened? Her mind was still reeling from the encounter with Ethan. She pressed her lips together, taking deep breaths to calm herself. When she finally felt steady enough, she examined her face more closely. There, on her cheek, was a bright red bruise. Shit. The last thing she wanted was for Kieran to notice. The very thought of him seeing it and asking questions sent a wave of anxiety crashing over her. Rhea hesitated for a moment before pulling the scrunchie from her hair, letting the long strands fall forward to cover the mark. She ran her fingers through her hair a few times, making sure it concealed the bruise. Then she checked her phone. An hour had passed. Her eyes widened. Oh my God. I’m going to get fired. Heart pounding, she shoved her phone back into her pocket and hurried out of t
Chapter 24 As Ethan continued searching for the files, Rhea could feel his eyes on her. He wasn’t being subtle about it either. Every few moments, she caught him stealing glances at her, his gaze lingering far longer than she was comfortable with. A cold shiver ran down her spine, and she fought the urge to shift in her seat. "So, how’s life as Kieran’s new assistant?" Ethan suddenly asked, breaking the silence. "Good," Rhea replied shortly, keeping her tone neutral. Ethan chuckled, leaning back in his chair. "You know, it’s been almost a month since you started working for him, and I must say, things seem to be going smoothly. I’ve never seen him so patient with anyone before. Either you’re exceptionally good at your job, or…" He trailed off, a smirk forming on his lips. Rhea narrowed her eyes slightly. "Or what?" "Or there’s something else," he said, his gaze darkening. Rhea didn’t like the sound of that. She had no idea what he meant, but she decided not to push the
Chapter Twenty-Three "Oh, I told you she'd be good for the job," Kael said casually. Kieran simply nodded, not bothering to say much. Kael’s eyes landed on the empty plate on Kieran’s desk. "Did you make that?" he asked, a teasing smile forming. "Wow, finally, you're taking better care of your health." Kieran gave him a blank look before ending the call without another word. After finishing his food, he stood up, picking up his plate. As he walked to the kitchen, a sudden sharp pain shot through his head. It was unlike anything he had ever felt before—so intense that he had to grab onto the counter for support. A low groan escaped his lips as he clenched his jaw, his breathing uneven. The pain wasn't just in his head; it coursed through his entire body, like something inside him was shifting, changing against his will. Kieran forced himself to move, each step toward his room feeling heavier than the last. He shut the door behind him and stumbled toward the bathroom, grip
Chapter Twenty-Two Rhea was still in shock that Kieran had noticed Mr. John staring at her throughout the meeting. She had assumed he was too reserved to care about such things, but his last statement before they left had surprised her even more—he had taken her side. They walked in silence toward the elevator, standing side by side as they waited. Rhea occasionally stole glances at Kieran, who stood with his back resting against the glass, his head leaning backward, eyes closed. His sharp jawline and flawless skin made him look effortlessly handsome. Even his side profile was breathtaking. Rhea quickly looked away, afraid that he would catch her staring. Once the elevator reached the ground floor, they stepped out and walked toward the car waiting outside. Kieran slid into the backseat, resting his elbow on the armrest while his other hand propped up his head against the window. His eyes remained closed, and for a moment, Rhea wondered whether he had fallen asleep from exhaus
Chapter Twenty-One:Rhea woke up early, quickly got dressed, and ate before heading out. She already knew the company's address, so she took a cab without hesitation. Upon arriving at the company, she walked straight to her office. She had arranged it the previous day, so it was still neat and organized. However, remembering the second rule—that Kieran hated dust—she knew she had to check his office as well. She called in the cleaner to dust the room thoroughly before she began arranging files, straightening his desk, and wiping down the shelves. As she carefully adjusted the books, a picture frame fell to the floor. "Hmm?" Rhea muttered as she bent down to pick it up. It was a photo of a woman, possibly in her late twenties. She had delicate features and a soft, confident smile. Rhea stared at the image, curiosity swirling in her mind. *His sister? Or maybe a past lover?* she wondered. *Well, at least now I know he’s not gay.* While she was still lost in thought, the door
Chapter twenty."Saying it like that hurts my feelings." Michelle said and they all laughed, after a while, they had finished eating, they all went back to work.After a whole day of work, it was currently 5:00pm, other staffs were already gone leaving behind the assistants and the CEOs. Anna arranged her desk, she sat down to do some last minute check up, when she was done she switched off her computer, arranged her bag and walked outside. Descending down the stairs was Kael and Anna."Well look who it is, the new assistant, Rhea how was your first day?" Kael's cheerful voice rang in her ears as he approached her. "Mr Kael, it was great." Rhea said smiling. "Mr Kael? That makes me feel old, I prefer Kael since we're familiar with each other, I don't care about office etiquettes." he whispered the last words, Rhea nodded. "Okay Kael." Rhea said. "Yes, that's the spirit," Kael replied smiling. "So yes, Kael and I have something planned, it's a date, you'll be stuck with Kieran fo
Chapter NineteenAfter hours of intense work, Rhea finally leaned back in her chair, stretching her stiff muscles. It was well past twelve, and she had barely noticed how much time had passed. "Hey, girl, are you done?" Anna asked, poking her head into Rhea’s office. "Almost... and done!" Rhea said with a triumphant smile. She let out a satisfied sigh, enjoying the brief moment of relaxation. "Sorry, you must be exhausted," Anna said sympathetically. "It's too early to be tired," Rhea replied, shaking her head. Surprisingly, she felt energized. The work, though tedious, was fulfilling. It was far better than sitting at home, feeling useless. Though she missed the comfort of the house, she had chosen this path, and she wasn’t going to complain now. "Well, it's lunchtime. Let’s explore the company’s cafeteria," Anna suggested, her eyes twinkling with excitement. "Wait, don’t I need permission to leave the office?" Rhea asked hesitantly. Kieran was the boss, after all, and he
Chapter EighteenThe office was thick with an eerie silence, so heavy it felt suffocating. Rhea could hear her own heartbeat pounding in her ears as she watched Kieran go through her résumé. She wondered if he always tried to intimidate people with his dark, almost suffocating aura. The room was so quiet that if a pin dropped, it would echo. The silence was nerve-wracking, and just when she thought she couldn’t take it anymore, he finally placed her file back on his desk. Lifting his gaze, he met her eyes, making her shudder involuntarily. “Tell me, what are you doing here?” Kieran asked, his voice deep and unwavering. Rhea swallowed, her throat suddenly dry, but she forced herself to speak. She explained her purpose, detailing everything about why she was here and how she would serve as his assistant. She was quite impressed with herself for managing to keep her voice steady throughout. Kieran listened without interruption. His sharp eyes studied her as if he were peeling bac
Chapter SeventeenThe Next DayKieran and Kael left the Golden Pack early in the morning, traveling back to New York. By the time they arrived, it was already nine. Meanwhile, back at the mansion… 6:30 AMAnna and Rhea had woken up, taken their baths, and dressed for the day. After a quick breakfast, they were both ready for work. For Rhea, it was her first official day as Kieran’s personal assistant. Excitement bubbled in her chest, but nerves crept in as well. She had completed her training and knew what was expected of her, yet she couldn’t help but feel anxious. Anna noticed the way Rhea kept fidgeting, rubbing her palms together. She grabbed her hands, squeezing them gently. "Hey, it's okay to be nervous," Anna reassured her. "And remember, it's totally fine to make mistakes—it's your first day! Just take it one step at a time. I'm here if you need anything." Rhea gave a small, appreciative smile. "Thank you," she murmured. "Good! Now, let's get you looking flawless."