Alexa and Valle sat in the car, ready to head home after what had been a long, eventful day. Alexa gripped the steering wheel tightly, her knuckles whitening slightly. The day had drained her, and she was eager to be home. Just as she was about to start the engine, her phone rang, breaking the silence. She glanced at the screen, noticing it was an unknown number. Her brow furrowed in confusion, but she answered it anyway, a bit hesitant."Hello?""Hi, is this Alexa?" a female voice asked from the other end of the line.Alexa hesitated. "Who’s asking?""My name is Eve, from Lights Bar."Alexa raised an eyebrow. "Okay...?""There's a man here, Leonard. He’s really drunk, and he gave us your number as his emergency contact."Alexa sighed heavily, rubbing her temples in frustration. Of course, it was Leonard again. "Fine," she said, trying to contain her annoyance. "Send me the address, and I’ll come pick him up."The call ended, and Alexa leaned back in her seat, exhaling deeply. Valle,
It was late into the night when Alexa and Valle dragged Leonard into Alexa's small living room, struggling under his heavy weight. Leonard had passed out cold after drinking too much, his usually sharp features softened by the stupor of alcohol. His head lolled back as they managed to hoist him onto the couch, his body slumping awkwardly as they stepped back, both breathing heavily from the effort. The room was dimly lit, casting long shadows that made the air feel thick and suffocating. Alexa stood back, brushing a strand of hair behind her ear as she glanced nervously at Leonard’s unconscious form. Valle, standing on the other side of the room, leaned against the wall, his arms crossed. The silence between them was palpable, thick with unspoken tension. Alexa couldn’t meet Valle’s eyes, and he didn’t seem interested in offering any comforting words. They had been friends for years, but something felt different tonight. Something was shifting, and neither of them knew how to handle
Valle walked quickly toward Alexa’s house, his heart pounding and his mind swirling with confusion and fear. His steps echoed in the quiet street as a storm of questions raged in his head. Who was Leonard really? How could he have been at his house and at Alexa’s place at the same time? Something was very wrong, and he needed answers.As he reached Alexa’s front door, he didn’t bother to knock. The urgency of the situation pushed him to act without thinking. His hand moved instinctively to push the door open, and it swung wide with a soft creak. Valle stepped inside, his eyes immediately searching for Alexa. She was in the living room, sitting on the couch with a cup of tea in her hands, clearly startled by his abrupt entrance. Valle wasted no time, his words rushing out before he could stop them. “Alexa, you have to listen to me. Leonard is not who you think he is. I just came from his house, and something is very wrong. He’s dangerous.”Alexa blinked at him, confused and caught off
As Leonard stepped out of the monitoring room, a sinister grin crept across his face, twisting his otherwise calm features. The dim light in the hallway cast long shadows, accentuating the dark satisfaction in his eyes. Slowly, he made his way to his bedroom, where two additional versions of himself stood motionless, waiting.He pulled a small remote from his pocket, the device cold in his hand, and pressed a button. Instantly, the two clones powered down with a faint mechanical hum, their lifeless forms now resembling mannequins. Leonard’s grin widened as he stood over them, a sense of triumph swelling inside him.A laugh bubbled up from deep within, and soon, he was consumed by maniacal laughter, his voice echoing off the walls of the dimly lit room. He had done it. He had succeeded where others had failed, where his mentor had failed."I told you, didn’t I?" Leonard muttered to the shadows, his voice filled with conviction. "I told you, Mr. Sampson, that I would become the greatest
Valle woke with a start, his heart pounding in his chest, his skin damp with sweat. He sat up quickly, gasping for air, still reeling from the nightmare that had gripped him. It felt so real, so vivid. In the dream, he had seen Alexa—his love—drowning in a swimming pool. Panic had surged through him, and he had sprinted towards her to help, only to be struck by a sudden, sharp pain in his chest. He turned, and there was Leonard, standing there with a twisted smile on his face and a gun pointed at him."Time’s up," Leonard had sneered, his hand steady as he pointed the weapon towards Alexa. But just as the gun fired, Valle had jolted awake, his body trembling in terror.Breathing heavily, Valle tried to shake off the lingering fear, but it clung to him. He wiped the sweat from his brow, his hands shaking. Then, suddenly, he heard Alexa’s voice echo in his mind, a desperate scream that sent a chill down his spine.Without wasting another second, Valle leaped out of bed. The fear from th
The morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow across the room, gently illuminating Alexa’s peaceful face as she lay asleep. Valle sat quietly on the edge of the bed, watching her, his heart swelling with affection. The sunlight played upon her skin, and Valle couldn't help but be captivated by the sight of her. He marveled at how peaceful she looked, her chest rising and falling in the gentle rhythm of sleep. A small smile tugged at the corner of his lips, reflecting the warmth and love he felt for her—the woman who had captured his heart completely.As the sunlight grew brighter, Alexa stirred, her eyes slowly fluttering open. She met Valle’s gaze, and a soft blush crept across her cheeks as she realized he had been watching her. “Good morning,” Valle murmured with a tender smile, his fingers gently brushing her cheek.Alexa returned his smile, still a bit shy from his gaze. “Good morning,” she replied softly, her eyes momentarily lowering in a bashful gesture.V
Valle, Alexa, and their daughter Rahilla woke up early on a beautiful, sunny morning. The sky was clear, and they were all excited to spend the day together as a family. After getting dressed and packing their bags, they loaded the car with everything they needed: sunscreen, snacks, toys for Rahilla, and even a portable grill for lunch. They were ready for a fun-filled day outdoors.Their first stop was a nearby park. Valle parked the car, and they found a perfect spot under a big shady tree. They spread out a blanket on the grass, and Alexa unpacked some toys for Rahilla. The baby giggled happily as Alexa played with her. Valle, on the other hand, got the portable grill ready to cook some burgers and hot dogs for lunch.As Valle prepared the food, he and Alexa chatted and laughed, enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The gentle breeze blew through the trees, rustling the leaves and making the perfect background noise to their family outing. Rahilla’s laughter echoed around them as she
She pushed open the creaky door to the dusty attic that served as her room. her eyes scanning the cluttered space that felt more like a prison than a sanctuary.Exhausted, she collapsed onto the worn heap that passed for her bed. Her father had once again used her to pay off a debt, forcing her to spend the entire night working as a waitress at a club. Her hand instinctively went to the locket necklace she wore, this was the only connection to her mother. She sighed, whispering "Mother" as a mix of sadness and longing washed over her.Her father's descent into drinking had begun after her mother's death, and it only worsened when he remarried. His addiction to gambling led to trouble, and when he couldn't pay his debts, he'd pawn her off to do chores for his creditors until the debt was paid. She longed for the life she once knew, and her heart yearned for something good to happen, something that would change her life for the better. Maybe, just maybe, she'd meet her mate, someone w