Blakely’s POVMy wrists and legs were tightly tied when I woke up. Tears immediately rolled down my cheeks as I realized I was tied to bedposts. My legs were tied apart and fear immediately consumed me as I noticed two men sitting on the couch while talking and drinking. They both looked drunk and high from drugs, scaring me even more.I inhaled sharply as a miserable sob escaped my lips when the man sitting with Stan found my eyes watching them. I know him, and I know behind his friendly smile lies a monster.“Are we gonna use drugs on her?” Bradley asked evilly. “I prefer not. I want to hear her begging me to stop as I devour her body.”My body trembled more as I tried to untie the ropes on my wrist. My vision was becoming blurry from tears, and all I could think about was leaving this place and saving myself from these devils.“I’d love to hear her scream, Brad. I bet she’d call her foster brother desperately while I’m fcking her nonstop. Ah! Shall we start now?” Stan’s voice sound
Blakely's POVI was shocked, but a few seconds later, I found myself kissing him back, wrapping my arms around his neck as I copied the movement of his lips. His tongue fought with mine as his lips grazed mine passionately. He was so gentle, yet hungry. He was slow, yet excited. The feeling of his lips against mine was making me so crazy that I found myself pulling him closer to me as I slowly lay on the bed, and he settled on top of me.We were both panting when he pulled away. His eyes stared into mine while his lips were parted. My eyes were drunk with desire for him as I fought the intensity of his stares. I want him. I want to do something with him tonight, and I know I won’t regret a thing. If someone will own me, I choose him to be Nik.His jaw clenched when he realized what I wanted to happen. “You shouldn’t invite me like this, Blakely. I’m telling you I will own you in every possible way, physically and emotionally, if you don’t push me away.”I swallowed hard, and instead o
Blakely's POVI woke up early the next day with Nik cooking breakfast in the kitchen. I was standing by the kitchen entrance while watching him. I’m wearing his shirt and sweatpants. At first, I contemplated to go downstairs because I don’t know if what happened last night was real, but seeing Nik busying himself cooking our breakfast, prove me that everything was real. He really is here. He saved me last night. He brought me here and we…made love. The thought of it makes my cheeks burn while a smile crept on my lips.Nik’s phone on the island counter rang. He immediately answered the call without noticing me. “Hello, Seb? Yeah—what?”My forehead creased, hearing anger in his voice. He turned the stove off, and cursed before he took a very deep sigh. “I’ll see what I can do.”He put the phone down, and held on to the sides of the island counter. He was breathing heavily as if trying to calm himself down, and I couldn’t help but worry. So I walked in and caressed his arm. He immediatel
Blakely’s POVNik won’t let go of me. He kept on hugging me, kissing me, and touching my hand. He would do those things from time to time, and I could do was stare at him and smile whenever he caught me looking.“What if we have to stop this?” I asked out of curiosity. I just wanna know what he would do if we had to stop this. I know he already said he’ll fight for me, and he’ll let the world burn just so we can be together, but I wanna hear his answer about this again.His arms around me tightened. “I will break every rule, and everyone who dares to ruin us, baby. So, no. We won't stop this. You are mine to begin with. You will be mine forever.”I felt my cheeks heated, and my heart racing. He was behind me, hugging me while we were sitting on the couch in the living area. I was sitting between his parted legs, and his arms were imprisoning me in his embrace.“Don’t ask me such a question again. It’s scaring the hell out of me,” he whispered as he sniffed my hair.I smiled, and cares
Blakely’s POVIt was hard for me to even look at my colleagues the next day I went to work. I had to explain to our supervisor about my absence yesterday. I lied about having a severe headache, and I was relieved that she accepted my reason. My colleagues kept on glancing my way, but I didn’t throw them a single glance. After office hours, just like what I promised Papa, I went home.I smiled after I read Nik’s message while I’m riding a taxi. He wanted to pick me up, but I told him I’d just see him at home. He still tried to convince me, but I managed to convince him otherwise. I was actually worried that his parents would suspect the status of our relationship. They never see us together, so if we come home together, they’d suspect.“I won’t let him get near my daughter again, Andrew. Do you think I’m stupid to agree to what they want? Pushing the wedding? What do they take me for? That stupid boy could never lay a finger on my daughter again!”I swallowed hard and paused in front o
Blakely’s POVIt’s Rachel. I’m certain that it's Rachel. She’s unconscious and thinking about what Stan planned to do with me scares me. I feel like he’d do this plan to Rachel instead since I got away. The thought of if makes me feel so angry and scared for my friend.I faced Nik worriedly. “Nik!”His jaw clenched as he shook his head. “You’re not going to meet him, Blakely.”“But my friend!” I showed him my phone. “I need to save her, Nik. Stan is losing his mind. He will hurt her—”“That’s the point! He’s insane! Why would you still meet him?”“Rachel is my friend, Nik!”“I don’t care about anyone. I only care about you!” He growled angrily as his eyes flickered with rage.I gasped. I couldn’t believe what he said. I stood frozen in front of him because of what he said. I couldn’t believe he will say those words as if Rachel’s safety didn’t matter at all. I know he doesn’t care about Rachel because she’s not his friend or family, but I thought he would care even as a person.His ja
Blakely’s POVAfter making sure that Rachel is okay, I went back home and was welcomed by Nik's parents. Papa immediately hugged me and caressed my hair, whispering gratitude for me being safe. I am deeply thankful to him too because he helped me. He saw how my friends mattered to me and he understood.“Thank God! You aren't hurt, right?” Papa asked after he pulled away from the hug. I nodded at him and smiled.Mama looked at me with sharp eyes, and I knew she’s angry because I insisted on what I wanted. However, instead of bowing down, I walked towards her and smiled. “Thank you, Mama…”She stared at me for a few seconds before she turned her back on me. She climbed on the staircase while Papa stood beside me and caressed my back, whispering… “Your Mama was worried. She couldn’t sleep even after I told her you’re safe and Stan has been arrested. She insisted on waiting until you’re home.”I smiled at him and nodded. “Thank you, Papa.”He nodded before he looked behind me. His forehea
Blakely’s POVI was so shocked when I heard commotion downstairs, so I wiped my tears and calmed myself down before leaving Nik's room. I was already thinking that he was jealous of the kiss, but I was trying to deny it, making myself believe that he only feels lust for me. However, he proved me wrong today. He truly cares. He has genuine feelings for me. It makes me so happy.When I went downstairs, I saw the maids crowding the living area. They all looked worried, so I approached one.“What happened?”“Miss Blakely, Sir Nik brought Sir Andrew to the hospital.”My eyes widened in shock and my heart raced in worry. “What? Why?”“We don't know, Miss. Sir Nik just suddenly rushed downstairs carrying his father on his back. Sir Andrew was unconscious.”I felt like I paled. What happened to Papa? Did he and Nik fight again? My chest moved up and down in fear and worry.“Mi
Blakely's POVThe driver of the car got away, but I saw someone calling the police to report the incident. I was almost hit by that car and that almost killed me and my baby. Fear consumed me and my cries intensified. I was careless. I should take care of myself now that I’m carrying a life inside me. I should prioritize my baby.“That bastard!” I heard the man in front of me cursing. “Miss Velasquez?”I lifted my face, and looked at him. Harold Campbell. The medical heir who's also a doctor. The man Mama wants to pair up with me. I was scheduled to meet him tomorrow, but now I met him. He saved me from a possible danger.“Are you okay? You're pale.”I swallowed hard and lifted myself up, moving away from him. “I’m sorry…and thank you.”“Wait!” He called when I turned my back on him.I don't wanna talk to him for now. I dedicated this day to talking to Nik, but Nik is talking to someone else right now. I just can't talk to someone because I’d end up crying again.“You already know abo
Blakely's POVI followed Serra, and I did it while my heart was literally beating so fast, silently praying that I misunderstood everything. I trust Nik. I’ve been waiting for him for a week to come back and take me away and that will never change.Serra was walking confidently while I was walking like a scared cat. My hands were sweating from nervousness as I followed Serra secretly until she entered a coffee shop. My eyes didn't leave her. I watched her until she sat in front of a man I've been waiting to see again. His forehead was creased and his jaws were tense.My breathing hitched. The erratic beating of my heart made it impossible for me to breathe properly. My thoughts entangled, and all I could think about was the scene in front of me. Serra and Nik, talking. Inside a coffee shop. Just the two of them.Jealousy took over me, rendering me emotional. I suddenly felt the pain of betrayal as I stared at Nik, who's looking at Serra with a serious face. They're talking about somet
Blakely's POV“What's wrong, Blakely? What happened?” Papa immediately rushed to me as I couldn't look at him.I shook my head and forced myself to smile as I faced Papa. “It's nothing, Papa.”Papa stared at me before he slowly turned to Mama with a creased forehead. “Nichole.”Mama sighed. “It's nothing, Andrew. Nik is being stubborn again. That's all. You know how he is.”Papa just looked at me again, and I couldn't read the expression on his face. It seems like he was worried about something but he keeps shrugging it off as if he's making himself believe that it's not a big deal.“I’ll convince Nik to push the engagement with Serra. That girl has been waiting for him for so long. And I could no longer tolerate Nik's stubbornness.” Mama's voice was full of determination to separate me and Nik. She was constantly glancing at me as if watching my reaction, and all I could do was look away.My heart clenched in pain and hatred. Mama knows now about my feelings for Nik. She knows the si
Nik's POVI followed Blakely, but I only made sure she's home safe before I left again. I was worried about what she'd do now that my mother found out about our relationship. My father already knows, and I was thinking of talking to them. But first, I have to do something about that bastard Stan. He got away from prison. He had one last connection that I didn't expect to be his ally.“Why did you come back?” Elise was coming from the kitchen carrying a mug.I didn't pay attention to her. Yes. She's still in my condo but she was not here last night. She came after Blakely left. She was out with Celeste last night.“Nik, I’m sorry for crashing in here. I’m thinking of moving out today since Stan is—”“Stan is on the loose,” I cut her off.“What?”Slowly, I turned to her with a blank expression on my face. Behind her was Celeste who stilled because of what I said.“Your bastard of an ex is making it hard for me to punish him. He has this one last ace, the current congressman.”My father
Blakely's POVThe unbearable rush of horror while looking straight into my foster mother's eyes made my body immobile. I couldn't lift even a finger as my eyes locked with her sharp orb, looking at me with emotions worse than hatred and disgust.“I am so disappointed in you…”“M-Mama!” I cried as I followed her when she walked away, but a hand stopped me, holding me by the wrist.Nik's sharp eyes were directed at me when I looked at him. His jaws were clenching while his expression was darkened.My lips trembled. “N-Nik…”“You're not gonna end us, Blakely.”I sobbed. “I-It's Mama. You know her…”His teeth gritted. “And you know me too.”I inhaled sharply and shook my head. “I-I just need to talk to her.”“Blakely!”I didn't look back as I ran towards the elevator. Nik tried to stop me. He alm
Blakely’s POVI was staring at the ceiling, gripping the sheets covering my naked body. I could feel Nik's arm possessively wrapped around my waist. His nose buried in my hair while he was sleeping soundly beside me. His warmth was keeping me warm, but the fact that we ended up having sex after heated arguments when I tried to end us is making my stomach cold.I let my foolishness win again. I know we shouldn't be doing this, but whenever he kisses me, my heart would completely surrender without any doubt. He makes me weak, and in everything, he makes me surrender. He has that kind of effect on me, and I'm scared I’d ruin his family.Swallowing hard, I inhaled sharply. I couldn't imagine what Mama would do once she found out about my relationship with Nik. I’m certain she will not only hate me, she will cast me away. And Papa… I don't know how he would react. He will probably hate me too.“Don't even think about running away
Blakely’s POVI don't understand why Nik is avoiding me. It's been days since Papa was hospitalized. He's already resting at home, but Nik hasn't talked to me yet. Whenever we ran into each other at home, he would deliberately avoid me and it's torturing me. Why is he doing this to me? I have no idea. The only reason I could think about was the incident with Stan, but I already explained my side. Did he even hear my explanation that day?“Blakely…” Papa held my hand. He was sitting on the bed while looking at me so softly.I noticed that Papa changed the way he treats me from the day he got discharged. He always wants to see me and whenever he does, it calms him down. I don't know what happened to him, and I wanna know.“What is it, Papa?”His eyes softened even more. “I’m so sorry… I couldn't protect you.”My forehead creased. “What do you mean, Papa?”He prote
Blakely’s POVI was so shocked when I heard commotion downstairs, so I wiped my tears and calmed myself down before leaving Nik's room. I was already thinking that he was jealous of the kiss, but I was trying to deny it, making myself believe that he only feels lust for me. However, he proved me wrong today. He truly cares. He has genuine feelings for me. It makes me so happy.When I went downstairs, I saw the maids crowding the living area. They all looked worried, so I approached one.“What happened?”“Miss Blakely, Sir Nik brought Sir Andrew to the hospital.”My eyes widened in shock and my heart raced in worry. “What? Why?”“We don't know, Miss. Sir Nik just suddenly rushed downstairs carrying his father on his back. Sir Andrew was unconscious.”I felt like I paled. What happened to Papa? Did he and Nik fight again? My chest moved up and down in fear and worry.“Mi
Blakely’s POVAfter making sure that Rachel is okay, I went back home and was welcomed by Nik's parents. Papa immediately hugged me and caressed my hair, whispering gratitude for me being safe. I am deeply thankful to him too because he helped me. He saw how my friends mattered to me and he understood.“Thank God! You aren't hurt, right?” Papa asked after he pulled away from the hug. I nodded at him and smiled.Mama looked at me with sharp eyes, and I knew she’s angry because I insisted on what I wanted. However, instead of bowing down, I walked towards her and smiled. “Thank you, Mama…”She stared at me for a few seconds before she turned her back on me. She climbed on the staircase while Papa stood beside me and caressed my back, whispering… “Your Mama was worried. She couldn’t sleep even after I told her you’re safe and Stan has been arrested. She insisted on waiting until you’re home.”I smiled at him and nodded. “Thank you, Papa.”He nodded before he looked behind me. His forehea