Noah is forced to start life with her mom and her stepdad, leaving her friends and her boyfriend behind, in the city where she had lived all her life. She wasn't comfortable with the whole idea of moving, but her mother talked her into doing so with ease, she also wanted her mom to be happy after her Dad had passed. Mr wills made her mom so happy and relaxed, Noah wasn't the only furious about moving, she was sacred she won't be able to adapt to the billionaire life style. Noah was getting familiar to the new environment where she met Mr Wills's son Nick. Her mom had always told her about Nick and how of a good child he was, meeting him felt like her mom has been overemphasized on him being a good boy, he was so rude and arrogant towards her. Thing took another turn when she fell in love with Nick. would there parents be in support of that?
View MoreNoah sat by the window, watching the familiar scenery blur into a collage of memories. Tears welled in her eyes as the reality of leaving her hometown sunk in. She clenched her fists, trying to hold onto the comfort of familiarity slipping away.
Her mother, Angela, entered the room, her expression a mix of sympathy and apprehension. "Noah, sweetheart, it's time to go." Noah turned to her, her voice strained with emotion. "Mom, I can't leave. This is my home. My friends, my life, everything is here." Angela approached, placing a hand on Noah's shoulder. "I know it's hard, but we're doing what's best for our family. Your stepfather and I have agreed to live together after our civil wedding, and it requires us to move, and we need to do so to start living as a family." Noah brushed away a tear, frustration bubbling inside her. "But what about me? What about my life?" Angela sighed, her own eyes reflecting Noah's pain. "You'll make new friends, sweetheart. And your boyfriend... well, Dan can always come visit, he's always welcome." Noah's heart sank at the mention of her boyfriend. She couldn't imagine life without him, without the late-night conversations and stolen kisses. The thought of starting over felt daunting and overwhelming. As they packed the last of their belongings into the car, Noah's mind raced with uncertainty. What would her new life be like? Would she ever feel at home again? The journey to their new home felt like an eternity, each passing mile widening the chasm of uncertainty in Noah's heart. Finally, they arrived at the sprawling estate of Mr. Wills, Noah's stepfather. The mansion loomed before them, intimidating yet alluring in its grandeur. Noah's stomach churned with unease as she stepped out of the car, her eyes scanning the unfamiliar surroundings. Mr. Wills greeted them at the door, his imposing figure casting a shadow over Noah's already fragile resolve. "Welcome home," he said with a smile that didn't quite reach his eyes. Noah stepped out of the car, feeling the crunch of gravel beneath her feet. The mansion loomed before her, an imposing structure of glass and stone, its vast windows reflecting the fading light of the late afternoon. She had never seen anything like it in her life. As she reached to open the trunk and retrieve her luggage, two sharply dressed men approached. "Miss, please allow us," one of them said, stepping forward with a professional smile. Noah blinked in surprise. "Oh, um, that's okay. I can get it myself." Mr. Wills, her mom's husband intervened with a gentle but firm voice. "Noah, let them handle it. They're here to help." She hesitated, casting a glance at her mother. Her mom smiled warmly, nodding as if to say this was normal, that it was okay to let go. But Noah couldn't shake the unease that settled in her stomach. She wasn't used to this kind of lifestyle—one where people were paid to do tasks she had always done herself. "But my stuff..." Noah's voice trailed off, her eyes pleading as she looked back at the two men. "I have some really important things in there." The men, sensing her reluctance, exchanged a glance before one of them spoke again, softer this time. "Miss, please. If we don't do our job, we could be dismissed." Dismissed. The word hung in the air, heavy with implication. Noah's grip on the suitcase handle tightened for a moment before she sighed and let go, stepping back. "Okay, but please be careful with it." "We will miss," the second man assured her, and together they lifted her bags with practised ease, heading towards the house. Mr. Wills smiled, a mix of reassurance and welcome. "Come, let me show you to your room." Noah followed him, her mother beside her. The grandeur of the house struck her with every step: the marble floors, the high ceilings, the chandeliers that sparkled like clusters of stars. It was all so different from the modest apartment they had left behind. As they walked, Mr. Wills spoke in a genial tone. "I hope you'll be comfortable here, Noah. We want you to feel at home." "Thank you," Noah replied, though her voice was subdued. She appreciated the gesture, but it was hard to imagine ever feeling at home in a place like this. They ascended a grand staircase, the bannister smooth and polished under her hand. At the top, Mr. Wills led them down a corridor lined with art and photographs. He paused in front of a door, opening it with a flourish. "This will be your room," he said, stepping aside to let Noah and her mom enter first. The room was spacious, decorated in soft, neutral tones with a large window that offered a view of the gardens below. A four-poster bed dominated the space, its linens crisp and inviting. A desk, a bookshelf, and a comfortable-looking armchair completed the room. It was far more luxurious than any room Noah had ever slept in. "It's beautiful," her mom said, her voice filled with quiet awe. Noah nodded, but she couldn't shake the feeling of being out of place. "Thank you," she murmured again. Mr. Wills gave a satisfied nod. "If you need anything, don't hesitate to ask. Dinner will be at seven. I'll leave you to settle in." He left the room, closing the door softly behind him. Noah's mom turned to her, eyes shining with excitement. "Isn't this amazing, Noah? Look at this place!" Noah managed a small smile. "Yeah, it's... amazing." Her mom's expression softened. "I know it's a lot to take in. But this is a good opportunity for us. For you." "I know, Mom," Noah said, sitting down on the edge of the bed. "It's just... so different." Her mom sat beside her, wrapping an arm around her shoulders. "Different can be good. It's a new beginning for us." Noah leaned into her mother's embrace, drawing comfort from her warmth. "I hope so." They sat in silence for a moment, the enormity of their new reality settling over them. Then, with a sigh, Noah stood up. "I guess I should start unpacking." "Good idea. I'll help," her mom said, standing as well. Together, they unpacked Noah's bags, placing her clothes in the wardrobe and arranging her books and personal items on the shelves. It felt strange, filling the space with her things, trying to make it her own. But as they worked, some of the initial tension began to ease. Noah's fingers brushed over the familiar fabric of her favourite sweater as she and her mom unpacked her bags in the new room. The spaciousness of the room felt alien, each item she placed seeming to barely make a dent in the vastness of the wardrobe and drawers. The room was beautiful, with cream-coloured walls and elegant furniture, but it also felt overwhelming in its opulence. Her mom paused, glancing at her with a hesitant smile. "Noah, I have something to tell you." Noah looked up from her suitcase, sensing the unusual seriousness in her mom's tone. "What is it, Mom?" Her mom took a deep breath as if gathering her thoughts. "Mr. Wills—well, your stepfather—he’s bought you some new clothes, shoes, and accessories. They’re all in the wardrobe." Noah froze, the sweater clutched in her hands. "What? Why would he do that?" "I think he just wants you to feel welcome and comfortable here," her mom said gently. "You don’t have to worry about your old clothes if you don’t want to. Everything you need is already here." Noah's mind raced. She wasn’t sure what to feel. Gratitude? Anger? Confusion? She had barely known Mr. Wills for a few days, and already he was trying to change her life in ways she hadn't anticipated. "But I like my old clothes," she said finally, her voice small. Her mom gave her a sympathetic look. "I know you do. And you can keep them if you want. But maybe give the new ones a try? You might like them." Noah nodded absently, her gaze drifting to the massive wardrobe across the room. She stood up and walked over to it, opening the doors slowly. Inside, she found an array of clothes, far more stylish and expensive-looking than anything she owned. Dresses, skirts, blouses, jeans—all in her size, all meticulously organized. She reached out, touching the fabric of a silk blouse. It was soft and luxurious, a far cry from her usual cotton tees. She pulled out a pair of shoes, examining the fine craftsmanship. They were beautiful, but they didn’t feel like hers. Her mom came up behind her, placing a comforting hand on her shoulder. "I know this is a lot to take in, Noah. But maybe this is his way of showing he cares." "Maybe," Noah murmured, but doubt lingered in her mind. Why did caring have to come in the form of new clothes and shoes? She pushed the thought aside, knowing her mom wanted her to be happy. They finished unpacking in silence, Noah's thoughts a whirl of conflicting emotions. The new clothes hung neatly in the wardrobe, overshadowing her familiar, worn items. When they were done, Noah sat on the edge of her bed, feeling the weight of the day settle on her shoulders. "Why don’t you try on some of the new things?" her mom suggested softly. "Just see how they feel." Noah sighed, knowing her mom only wanted the best for her. "Okay, I’ll try." She stood up and walked to the wardrobe again, picking out a dress that caught her eye. It was a deep blue, simple yet elegant. She slipped it on, the fabric cool against her skin. It fit perfectly as if it had been made for her. Her mom's face lit up. "You look beautiful, Noah." "Thanks, Mom," Noah said, managing a small smile. She turned to the mirror, examining her reflection. The girl staring back at her looked different—more sophisticated, more polished. But she also felt like a stranger. "I guess it’s not so bad," she admitted, smoothing the dress with her hands. Her mom hugged her from behind. "You look amazing. And maybe, with time, you’ll feel amazing too." Noah hoped so. She changed back into her old clothes, carefully hanging the dress back in the wardrobe. There would be time to explore her new wardrobe later. For now, she needed to process everything that had happened. As they finished up, a knock sounded at the door. One of the house staff entered, carrying a tray with a pot of tea and a plate of cookies. "Miss, Madam, some refreshments for you." "Thank you," her mom said warmly, and the staff member nodded, setting the tray down on the desk before leaving. They sat together, sipping tea and nibbling on the cookies. The quiet moment gave Noah a chance to reflect. She realized that while everything felt strange and overwhelming now, it didn’t mean it would always feel that way. Change was hard, but it could also be good. After they finished their tea, Noah's mom told her she was going to be with her husband as she had tried spending time with her and also let her settle down. "Guess I can go meet my husband, I already spent my time with you," she said with a smile. Noah nodded and gave her a warm smile to go ahead so she could give her attention to her husband. Mrs wills left the room and retired to stay with Mr wills.Detective Irene pressed her finger to the side of her earpiece—a soft screen touch that linked her to all the officers on this mission. “Attention, all units!” her voice was firm, cutting through the static. “We’ve traced them.” The confirmation flowed through each officer’s earpiece, rippling through the team. Mr. Wills turned to his wife, a thin thread of hope in his eyes. “They found them,” he said, his voice a mix of relief and tension. His wife, though terrified, managed a small nod. She clutched his hand tighter, grounding herself in his presence. Meanwhile, Mr. Jonas, who had been keeping tabs on the Wills through hidden cameras, stiffened at the development. He moved swiftly, united Noah, taking her down stairs to the garage where he parked the car. He was going to run off before they could find him they. There was no time to waste. Back outside, Nick had already locked onto the destination marked on the insurance map. He veered into a sharp U-turn and raced toward an o
"Yeah, it was a game—chain kisses, you know?" Nick explained. "I kissed someone who kissed Jenna, then she kissed me." Noah tilted her head, curious. "Who was the 'someone'?" Nick hesitated, his face betraying the embarrassment he still felt. "Her hamster." "No..." Noah's eyes widened in disbelief, a smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "Yes," he replied, his voice flat. "That's awful," Noah said, laughing. "Yeah, it was." Nick grinned sheepishly. For a moment, they sat in silence, their eyes locked on each other. Then, slowly, they leaned in, their lips meeting in a soft, intimate kiss. "That was amazing," Nick whispered. "It was wonderful," Noah agreed, resting her head on his chest as he held her close. "The sun’s going to rise in less than an hour," she said, tracing a finger along his shirt. "Let’s run away," Nick murmured, his voice barely above a whisper. "Let’s escape together." Noah smiled softly. "That never works," she said. "Look at the Montagu
Nick's heart raced as he rushed into the hospital where Maggie was admitted. He barely waited for Noah to catch up as his legs carried him faster and faster toward Maggie's room. His breath was ragged, fear surging through him as he burst through the door. "Maggie!" he called out, his voice thick with worry. Maggie was lying on the bed, a nurse standing by her side. Her face was pale, and her voice was faint when she answered him. "Nick." "How are you, honey?" he asked, leaning over her, his hand trembling slightly as he brushed her hair from her face. "Much better," Maggie whispered, managing a weak smile. "You gave us a real scare." Nick's voice wavered with relief, though his eyes still held concern. Maggie tried to lighten the mood. "I wanted to scare the nurse. I hid behind the drape and turned off the cell phone alarm." Nick chuckled softly. "That alarm is horrible, right?" His laughter was short-lived as he grew serious again. "But don't ever do that again, okay?"
The music was so loud, it pounded from within the house. The party became so boring for Noah, all they did was to drink, and talk about nasty stuff, but the party itself wasn't interesting. She glanced over at Jenna, who had a bemused expression on her face, and shook her head. "You have to turn up in a pimped-out car, but the party is indoors? That's absurd," Noah muttered, leaning against the railing. The glow from the lights inside cast strange shadows across her face. Jenna sighed. "Since Nick isn't here, the fun's over anyway," she said, her voice low and tinged with annoyance. She glanced around, clearly itching to leave. "Shall we get out of here?" Noah nodded, her head swimming from the drinks she'd downed earlier. They pushed through the crowded doorway, the laughter and noise of the party fading as they stepped outside into the cool night air. Noah stumbled slightly, the alcohol coursing through her veins. "Careful there," Jenna warned, watching as Noah wobbled on he
Nick and his father sat together on the balcony, savoring a rare moment of calm. The late afternoon breeze swept through the air, carrying the sound of laughter between them. Nick leaned back in his chair, gazing across the compound, where Noah was zipping around in her new car. Her excitement was palpable as she sped through the driveway. She circled the yard, her joy contagious as Nick and Mr. Wills chuckled at her obvious delight. "She’s really loving that car, huh?" Nick said with a grin, watching how excited the car has made her. Mr. Wills nodded, his gaze thoughtful. “Did you know her father tried to kill her once?” Nick nearly dropped his glass. His head snapped to the side, eyes wide with disbelief. “What? What... are you talking about?” Mr. Wills stared into the distance, as if reliving an old memory. "With a knife," he said quietly. Nick blinked in shock, his heart racing. That doesn't make sense His father’s face grew grim. “He’d never touched her before... only
Noah, sensing an opportunity, pushed the conversation further. “Did you send anonymous notes to the girls you didn’t like?” Nick didn’t miss a beat. “She ripped their eyes straight out,” he said, the sarcasm in his voice thinly veiling the truth beneath it. Anna fell silent, her mood darkening. The tension in the car was palpable now, thick and heavy. Noah allowed herself a small moment of satisfaction. For once, Anna had nothing to brag about, no more venom to spit. The car continued in silence, the awkwardness hanging in the air, as they neared their destination. Nick’s jaw remained clenched, his knuckles still tight on the wheel. Noah kept her gaze fixed out the window, though she could feel the heaviness that surrounded them all. Anna’s arms were crossed tightly across her chest, her posture rigid as she glared out of the window, her earlier confidence disappeared. They pulled into the parking lot, the car coming to a slow stop. No one moved for a moment, the air between t
Noah stood stiffly next to Jenna and Mario, her arms folded tight on her chest. Her body was rigid with tension, her anger simmered just beneath the surface. Jenna and Mario were fixated on the fight, their eyes glued to the stage as Nick circled his opponent, who was desperately trying to land a punch. Nick’s movements were quick and calculated, his steps light as he dodged every attempt. His opponent, growing more frustrated, swung wildly, but Nick weaved out of the way each time. Then, without warning, Nick struck. His fists flew like lightning, delivering a series of brutal punches. Blood spurted from his opponent’s mouth as he stumbled, barely able to keep his balance. But Nick didn’t stop. He kept hitting him, over and over, his face a mask of relentless fury. Noah couldn’t turn her eyes away, though her heart screamed for her to look elsewhere. The violence was unbearable, dredging up old wounds. Tears welled in her eyes, memories from her past flooding her mind, choking h
"You’re wrong. I’m not like that," Nick snapped defensively, his voice low but firm. His jaw tightened staring into Noah’s eyes, the tension between them was undeniable, electric. Before Noah could respond, Nick closed the distance between them, kissing her fiercely, his lips crashing into hers with the intensity that sent a rush of adrenaline through them both. His hands moved to grip her waist, pulling her closer, their bodies colliding in a fevered embrace. The heat between them was palpable, an overwhelming force neither could resist. Noah responded instantly, her hands finding their way to his chest, fingers tracing the bruises she had tended to moments ago. The pain was forgotten, replaced by something more fierce. Everything outside of this moment seemed to disappear. "NOAH!" Dan’s voice cut through the haze like a cold shock. Nick and Noah froze. Nick’s grip loosened, and Noah quickly pulled away, her heart pounding. She turned to face the entrace, her eyes widening
Nick eased the front door shut, wincing at the sharp pain in his ribs. Every movement hurt, and the faint creak of the door sounded louder than it should have. His body was bruised and aching, his clothes streaked with blood and dirt. He wanted nothing more than to disappear into his room, wash the grime away, and drown the pain in solitude. Limping slightly, he made his way up the stairs, grimacing with pains as he moved. His mind replayed the brawl with Ronny and his crew, the punches thrown, the taste of blood in his mouth. As he reached the top of the stairs, a flicker of movement caught his eye. Dan was walking across the hallway, holding a bottle of wine and two glasses. Nick froze, his heart beating a little faster as he watched Dan stop at Noah's door. "Noah," Dan called softly, his voice smooth. He knocked, then let himself in, closing the door quietly behind him. Anger surged in Nick's chest. He clenched his fists, feeling his pulse throb against the cuts on his knuckl
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