As Alexa lay sleeping peacefully, the soft morning light started to shine through the curtains, making the room feel warm and cozy. The quietness of her sleep was suddenly broken by the loud sound of the doorbell ringing, filling the house with noise. Groggy and confused, Alexa opened her eyes slowly, reluctant to leave her comfy blanket cocoon.She rubbed her eyes and looked at the alarm clock on her bedside table, puzzled by what she saw. It was only 4:30 in the morning! She wondered who could be at the door at this time. Feeling curious, she tiptoed quietly to the door, trying her best not to wake the little toddler sleeping in the next room.When she peeked through the small spy hole, she saw Valle standing outside. A groan slipped out before she could stop it. When she opened the door, she felt a mix of annoyance and surprise. "Valle, what on earth are you doing here so early?" she asked.Valle smiled sheepishly, clearly excited and not at all fazed by the early hour. "Good morni
Alexa looked at herself in the rearview mirror and quickly fixed her sleek, dark hair. A big smile spread across her face as she checked how she looked. She was dressed nicely in a blazer and a pencil skirt, feeling confident while driving smoothly through the busy morning traffic. Next to her was Valle, who looked very handsome in his well-fitted suit. His blue eyes sparkled with warmth as they exchanged light jokes and laughter.In the backseat, baby Rahilla was safely strapped in her car seat, making sweet cooing sounds. Her round cheeks moved into dimples as she babbled happily, her little voice mixing perfectly with her parents' laughter. Valle couldn’t help but feel an overwhelming love for his little family. Watching Rahilla’s joy filled him with pride and a protective instinct."Oh, come on, Myra," Valle said, rolling his eyes playfully. "You wouldn't stand a chance against me even if you trained hard for a whole year."Alexa laughed, and her laughter was bright and cheerful.
Augustine sat alone in a dimly lit room, the weak light from a single bulb casting long shadows on the walls. The air felt thick with tension as he stared at the monitor in front of him. His expression was hard to read, but the anticipation in the room was unmistakable, like the stillness before a storm.For a moment, everything was quiet, but inside, Augustine's anger boiled. He couldn’t contain it any longer. With a sudden roar, he erupted, his voice echoing off the walls. Frustration took over as he kicked a nearby chair, sending it crashing across the room. His fist slammed into the cold wall, the pain a sharp contrast to the fury raging in his mind."You coward!" he shouted, his voice thick with rage. "If you were here, I'd tear you apart and put you back together just to tear you apart again!"Augustine had put everything in place carefully. He had a man watching Alexa from a distance, someone who never knew he was working for him directly. Augustine had used the nanny as a midd
Valle stood in front of Alexa with a playful glint in his eyes, holding a silky black blindfold in his hand. "Are you ready for today's training session?" he asked, a mischievous smile forming on his lips.Alexa raised an eyebrow, clearly intrigued but cautious. "What kind of training are we doing today?" she asked, curiosity creeping into her voice.Valle chuckled and lightly ran his fingers over the blindfold. "Trust and awareness," he replied, leaving his answer intentionally vague. "I want to test your ability to listen and react based only on your instincts."Intrigued, Alexa nodded, willing to take on the challenge. "Alright, I’m in. What do I have to do?""Stand in the middle of the room," Valle instructed, motioning for her to move. "Close your eyes, and I’ll put the blindfold on you." Alexa obeyed, closing her eyes as the soft fabric wrapped around her head, plunging her into darkness.Once she was blindfolded, Valle’s voice took on a more serious tone. "Now, I want you to fi
Valle walked quickly down the street, his heart light and a grin on his face. He felt an unexpected rush of happiness, a sense of joy bubbling up inside him like a newly opened bottle of soda. He couldn’t quite figure out what had made him so cheerful, but he didn’t mind. Maybe it was because Alexa had been showing him more affection lately. She had been more attentive, making him feel wanted and cared for. Baby Rahilla, too, had started to giggle whenever Valle was nearby, reaching out her tiny hands as if she couldn’t wait to be held by him. Or perhaps it was the steady progress he was making toward his goal. Whatever the reason, Valle embraced the moment, enjoying the warmth of it all.As he rounded a corner, Valle’s mood suddenly shifted. Two men stood in the middle of the path ahead of him. They were dressed in black from head to toe, their faces hidden in shadow. A sense of unease crept over Valle, and his excitement quickly faded, replaced by caution. He knew that men who appea
Valle stood nervously at Alexa's door, his hand trembling as he knocked. His heart was pounding in his chest, and his mind raced with thoughts of worry and doubt. He had no idea how Alexa would react to seeing him in such a state. The door creaked open, and he was greeted by Alexa’s shocked expression. Her wide eyes took in his battered appearance—his torn clothes, bruised face, and the exhaustion that weighed on his every move. This wasn’t the confident, composed Valle she was used to seeing.“Valle! What happened?” Alexa's voice trembled with concern as she quickly ushered him inside. Her eyes scanned his injuries, filled with alarm.Valle collapsed into a chair, breathing heavily, trying to collect himself. Alexa stood by his side, her face filled with worry as she pleaded, “Please, tell me what happened.”Valle looked up at her, his eyes full of pain and desperation. “I was attacked,” he said, his voice strained.Alexa’s face paled with disbelief. “Attacked? By who? Who would dare
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