Chapter 8As I stood there, my eyes locked with Burgess's cold and proud gaze, I couldn't shake the feeling that I was merely entertainment for him, a spectacle to be observed and enjoyed at his leisure. His smirk only added to my unease, as if he relished the drama unfolding before him.Suddenly, someone approached Burgess with enthusiasm, addressing him as Mr. Harrison. My stomach churned at the sight of their camaraderie, knowing all too well the underlying motives behind Burgess's actions."I thought you wouldn't come tonight, Mr. Harrison," the person exclaimed.Burgess's response was calm and collected, his demeanor seemingly unaffected by the situation. "Even I need to unwind at times," he replied dismissively.The sycophantic individual continued, attempting to justify their presence in the private room. "Yes, yes, you are right, Mr. Harrison. We just have a drink and enjoy ourselves here, not for anything else, right?"I felt a wave of nausea wash over me as Burgess deliberate
Chapter 9My heart seemed to stop in that moment, the weight of his diagnosis crashing down on me like a tidal wave. Leukemia. The word echoed in my mind, each syllable a harsh reminder of the uncertainty that lay ahead.I asked anxiously, "Could I know how to cure it? Or… do I need a bone marrow transplant? Please tell me the cost of it, I’ll try everything."I wanted to ask a million questions, to plead for reassurance or hope. But as the doctor spoke of treatments and transplants, his words seemed to fade into the background, drowned out by the overwhelming sense of dread that consumed me."The truth is… it cannot be cured, Miss," he continued, his voice distant and hollow. "Not all cases of acute leukemia can be treated with a bone marrow transplant. Furthermore, finding a matching donor is another challenge..."I felt as though the ground had been pulled out from beneath me, leaving me adrift in a sea of uncertainty. The world around me blurred as I struggled to process his words,
Chapter 10After an unknown amount of time had passed, I finally regained consciousness. Opening my eyes, I found myself staring at the crystal chandelier on the ceiling.For a brief moment, I lay there in a daze before a flood of unsightly memories crowded my thoughts. Most of it contained the wild events from the previous night.Instinctively, I scanned the room for any trace of him, but the luxurious VIP room remained quiet, with only me lying on the bed.Attempting to sit up, I winced as even the slightest movement caused my body to ache as if I had been run over by a truck. I couldn't help but curse him as a pervert.Where did he find such stamina? He made love to me repeatedly throughout the night, even waking me up in the early hours of dawn. I eventually passed out just before sunrise.Now, it was already 5 p.m.My head throbbed with pain. Slowly, I sat up, enduring the discomfort, and once again surveyed the room. Unfortunately, there was no sign of him who had put me through
Chapter 11 "Are you the man?" I raised my head in disbelief, staring intently at Burgess.In the dimly lit elevator, I couldn't clearly see Burgess's expression, but I could feel his arm around my waist suddenly tighten. His gaze felt complex, as if weighing my reaction.After a few seconds of silence, Burgess whispered, "It's me."My blood ran cold as if someone had poured a bucket of icy water over my head, leaving me feeling embarrassed.I couldn't believe that the person who had been secretly harassing and sleeping with me was Burgess. It was utterly ridiculous!My anger flared uncontrollably, "You played me! You made a fool out of me! Humiliating me on one hand while pretending to help me on the other. You know, you are even more hypocritical and disgusting than Alfred!"Burgess narrowed his eyes slightly and said coldly, "Oprah, calm down...""What should I calm down for? I bet you find me hilarious, don't you? No wonder you showed up here to laugh at me! Don't you dare tell me
Chapter 12As Roxanne entered the room, her reproachful words hit me like a slap in the face. "Oprah, why didn't you answer your phone? You made me so worried," she scolded, her tone laced with concern.With a mouthful of food, I mumbled a half-hearted response, "Do you still worry about me?"Her reaction was immediate, sitting beside me and insisting, "What kind of question is that? You're my daughter. I would be concerned if I didn't reach you on the phone."Her words stung, a reminder of the fragile bond between us. I nodded in acknowledgment, but inside, I couldn't shake the feeling of resentment that lingered beneath the surface.Trying to distract myself, I focused on my soup, but Roxanne's next question pierced through my attempt at indifference. "Did you argue with your brother yesterday?"Surprised, I asked, "Did he tell you that?"Roxanne's response was cryptic, hinting at a deeper understanding between her and my brother. "He didn't say much. Your brother isn't the type to g
Chapter 13As we made our way to the entrance of my apartment building, Alfred proved himself to be a gentleman, showing no signs of taking advantage of the situation. Despite my reservations, I couldn't help but feel a sense of gratitude towards him for ensuring my safety.However, my fleeting sense of relief was shattered by the presence of a man waiting outside in a sleek black Rolls-Royce Phantom. His intense gaze bore into me, sending shivers down my spine.Alfred seemed oblivious to the man's presence until a hand stopped him in his tracks. Turning to face him, Alfred's expression changed as he came face to face with the imposing figure of Burgess."Give her to me," Burgess's voice cut through the tension like a knife, sending a chill coursing through my veins. His cold demeanor sent a surge of fear and uncertainty coursing through me, leaving me paralyzed in his presence.Alfred, sensing Burgess's unfriendly gaze and recalling the rumors about Burgess and me not getting along, w
Chapter 14Burgess, his expression faintly amused, approached the bed with a smile playing on his lips. "Even though you really enjoyed it last night, you want me to pretend it didn't happen?" he remarked, his tone teasing. Before I could formulate a response, he continued, "Naive!""You're naive!" I snapped, irritation prickling at my nerves as Burgess's words grated on me. Standing on the bed, wrapped tightly in the quilt, I attempted to assert dominance, as if I could somehow intimidate him with my height.But Burgess didn't seem fazed by my display of defiance. Instead, he casually wiped my wet hair with a towel, his voice calm and deliberate. "Since it has happened, running away isn't an option," he suggested, almost casually. "How about this? Our bodies fit well anyway, so I think we can maintain this relationship in the future."His proposal caught me off guard, and I couldn't help but widen my eyes in disbelief. I laughed bitterly, my anger bubbling to the surface. "Maintain th
Chapter 15As I lifted the fork to my mouth, intending to take a bite of fish, a sudden wave of nausea washed over me. Hastily, I rushed to the bathroom, retching violently into the sink. But with an empty stomach, there was nothing to expel, leaving me heaving and making me weaker.Burgess's concerned gaze bore into me as he entered the bathroom, his furrowed brows betraying his worry. "Are you allergic to seafood?" he inquired, his tone edged with concern.I shook my head weakly, unable to muster the energy for a verbal response. The truth was, I didn't know what was causing my sudden illness. It felt like my body was betraying me, succumbing to an invisible force beyond my control.Turning on the tap, I splashed my face with cold water, hoping to alleviate the nausea and dizziness that plagued me. But as I looked into the mirror, I noticed the telltale signs of a nosebleed, the crimson liquid staining the sink below.Burgess's grip on my shoulder tightened, his voice sharp with conc