Chapter Four
She knew her heart was falling even if it was just a game but some parts of her acknowledged that this was not just a game but a life changer if things worked out fine.
She paused Maybe I should just go back home and let him know that it’s all a mistake” Deep sighed. “No” she breathes out “ it’s not a mistake for me, This is Charlotte’s mistake and she is going to pay for it."
She looks around with her head up high, a bright smile on her face as she walks into the bar. There he was sitting humbly at this table, he had not ordered anything but the waitress was standing beside him.
One would think she was getting his order but it was the opposite he was getting her order, and she was flirting with him.
"Hope I didn't keep you waiting," Isabella said with her smile when she got to the table, David got up as he replied to her.
"No, got here a few minutes ago."
"My date is here, please excuse us," David said to the waitress who stared at Isabella with disgust.
Isabella can imagine what's going on in the girl's head with her expression, it only made Isabella grin.
"Let's order something," Isabella suggested and he turned to the waitress who was refusing to leave.
"Two bottles of whiskey," David ordered while Isabella had her sit.
They were about to start a conversation when the waitress returned with their order, she dropped it rudely on the table before walking away.
"I apologize for earlier, it was a necessary lie," David smiled awkwardly.
Isabella nodded in understanding, "I understand."
David opened and emptied the drink into two cups, he dropped one in front of Isabella who held it with a smile.
Is age ever going to stop smiling in this guy's presence, he raised his cup, "Let's drink."
"Yeah," she raised the cup to her lips and took a sip, She has high school tolerance but it would be rude to let him know that on their first date.
"So tell me about yourself," Isabella broke the awkward silence.
"You know all there is to know," he replied.
"I want to know more."
David chuckled as he finished his glass of whiskey and poured himself another glass. Isabella stared in anticipation, She wanted to ask the real question but she didn't want to be too forward.
"Do you have a girlfriend?" She blurted the question, staring away shyly she picked up her cup and took a sip from her drink.
"Yes," her heart sank immediately when she heard his response. Was Charlotte crushing on a devoted guy? Well, he does not look like he is in a relationship.
*It isn't written on the forehead* her subconscious said. 'Yeah, it isn't,' she bit her lips.
David continued, "And she is sitting three tables away from here digging holes in your body."
Why is she unlucky? Isn't it her fate to love? Why does the guy she loves need to have a girlfriend?
"Oh, I didn't..." Isabella was going to turn and see the girl, she was dying to know the type of girl he was dating.
"Don't do that, she could gouge out your eyes," Isabella gasped in fear, David
laughed as he noticed that.
"What a scary cat you, You seriously believe I have a girlfriend and she is sitting here?" He laughed harder holding his stomach.
He looked cute while smiling but before Isabella realized that she was mad that he tricked her.
"You should have seen your face," he laughed harder and she could not help but join the laughter. He was right she was an idiot to believe he was in a relationship.
"Stop," she blushed and he obeyed, he rested his elbow on the table while he filled her cup.
"I am not in a relationship," he said and she raised her head to stare at him. Would she get tired of getting lost in those eyes of his?
He retreats and rests his back on the chair, he has no idea how comforting it is to hear him admit he is single.
"Neither am I," Isabella blurted and she quickly bowed her head in embarrassment, How could she give him the information he hadn't requested?
"Why is a beautiful lady like you single? Don't tell me guys aren't interested in you, they must be blind if they aren't," he emptied his second glass.
He just indirectly admits she is beautiful, he sees her as a woman. Isabella blushed hard with her eyes glued on his handsome face, She didn't care if he found out she was all red for him at this rate.
"No one wants to date a poor lady," she feigned innocence as she brought the glass to her lips again.
"Poor but gorgeous lady," he said and she choked on her drink, does he have any idea how much effect his words have on her?
"I guess," she finally muttered. Soon they were out of the bar strolling down the streets. David asked Isabella how she was coping with work, he believed as a secretary she must have a lot of responsibilities.
Isabella went on to tell him how hard and uncomfortable it was for her at her workplace, she even went as far as telling him that her boss once sexually harassed her.
"Isabella," he stopped and she turned to face her. "Would you like to work for me?"
She was quiet as her eyes roamed his face to find out if he was pulling her legs again, When she found out he was serious she said, "But I know nothing about painting, I will be a burden I can't take the offer."
Though her mouth spoke those words her heart begged for him to insist on having her by his side.
"I..." She anticipated what he was going to say.
Chapter Five"I..." She anticipated what he was going to say."I will teach you all you need to know," he said the word her ears had been itching to hear she wished she could jump on him right now and plant kisses on his face."Are you sure about that? Won't it inconvenient you? I mean..." she stopped when she caught him smiling, has he successfully fooled her again?"You are a funny lady," he said walking closer to her, he stopped in front of her and she questioned. "How am I a funny lady?""You are just," he shrugged and they spent the next minute staring at each other."So, next week I will expect you at work," he pats her hair as if she was a kid before walking away.Isabella touched her hair and smiled, she loved the fact that he was free around her. It couldn't make her happier."Aren't you coming?" He asked when she made no move. "I am," she ran after him and they walked for a few minutes before halting a tax for her."I would have loved to walk you home but you need to rest an
Chapter Six"Here," David handed Isabella a cold bottle of water. "Thank you," she opened it and took a sip before dropping the bottle."Are you alright? Are you sure you are not hurt?" David asked checking her body for bruises."No, I am fine." She raised her head with a smile. "I am alright thanks to you."David sighed and took a seat beside her, "What were you thinking? You are an adult for Pete's sake you should have watched where you were going. What if the car had hit you? What would I have done?""Are you mad at me?" Isabella said but in a low tone, David scoffed at her question."I am mad at myself," he replied and Isabella smiled. "For not realizing I brought a baby out.""A baby?" Isabella gasped. "Yes, only a baby does not check her environment before walking around," his voice was cool but the anger in it could not be missed either.Isabella only stared at him with a smile, that was the first time someone would be mad that she was not safe."I am sorry," she muttered with
Isabella pouted sadly as she watched David paint, he was backing her but in a few seconds, he turned to face her with his usual charming smile that makes any girl trip."Good morning, you are early," he said. "Trying to be a good employee huh?" He teased and she almost smiled but no she was mad at him, she definitely could not fall for his tricks."You can drop your things over there," He pointed at a desk which infuriated Isabella, Is he pretending not to notice the displeased expression she has?Finally noticing her countenance David asked, "What's wrong?""You," her response sounded so funny that David could not help but burst into laughter.His laugh added fuel to the burning fire, "What's funny?" She could not help but ask but her voice was calm.Can she even get mad at this guy? He has taken over her heart."You are funny, you said I was wrong," he replied with a smile."You started painting without me, and it hurts," She sounded like a kid but he found it cool and beautiful so
Chapter EightIsabella walked back to David looking like a lot puppy, she definitely can not have dinner on a night like this."What's wrong? Who was that?" David inquired worriedly."It was a friend of mine, I am sorry but we will have to postpone our celebratory dinner. I need to be with my friend," she said with her head bowed."Do you want me to come along?" He asked but she declined immediately."No, she doesn't like strangers..." she paused realizing she had just used the wrong choice of word but what can she do?"I didn't mean to call you that, well you are not a stranger to me but you know her... She... She needs only me at the moment and having you around..."David held her by the shoulder and she paused. "Calm down, I get you."She breathed in relief that he was such an understanding person. "Thanks, I owe you one," She moved closer and went on her tiptoe, she gave him a peck and ran away."Are you going to run or get a taxi?!" He screamed and she stopped she looked at the b
Chapter Nine"Is there more?" Isabella asked as his hand rested on her cheeks and gazed into her eyes."Yeah," his thumb moved to her lip and he caressed it softly, her lips were unbelievably soft against his thumb.Isabella's heart skipped a bit as she assumed he was going to kiss her, Well Maybe she was not wrong. He loved her pinkish lips and wanted to feel them against his."Don't you think we should get back to painting?" Isabella asked, As much as she wanted his lips on hers she couldn't risk him not having true feelings for her.'For what reason will he want to use you?' her subconscious asked.'I don't know, I still feel insecure I guess,' she shrugged mentally."I am sorry, there was some there," he stepped away from her."I will get to my drawing," she smiled and walked out of the painting room, she didn't fail to shut the door behind her.Isabella breathed in relief as she sat on her chair pulling her drawing book toherself."Why did I do that? What if she had not stopped
Chapter TenIsabella reciprocated to the kiss immediately, she kissed him back with all the energy in her. His hand gently wrapped around her waist while her hand was around his neck.Pulling each other closer, they could not get enough of themselves. Isabella wanted more, this has always been her dream.David knew what he was doing was wrong but what the hell, it didn't matter What mattered at the moment was that she was in his arms and he was getting to taste every corner of her mouth.A few minutes later they broke this kiss as they ran out of breath. Still in that position, they locked their gaze and in a few minutes they were devouring each other's lips again.Isabella broke the kiss as her hand slipped down his chest, She stepped out of his grip while he tried to hold her but she pushed him away."I'm sorry," she muttered, it was strange to her. Yes, she has fallen in love more than once but it seems like she talks harder every time.This thing she has is more than a crush, she
Chapter ElevenENCOUNTER"How is that any of your business?" Isabella finally found her voice, Charlotte only talked about David she never brought her here so there is no way she would have figured out she was there for David."Hey," Charlotte pushed her playfully with a finger. "You are not mad, are you?"Isabella had a straight face not ready to fall into her traps, that was the same smile she had while she fucked her boyfriend behind her back."It has been four years," she held her hand. "Don't give me that look, huh," she pouted."What do you want?" Isabella snatched her hand."Let's be friends," she blurted stupidly. She must be an big idiot for her to think she would forgive and want to be friends with her after what she did."We were never friends, Charlotte and we will never be. Why don't you go back to your boyfriend and let me be," Isabella smiled sarcastically."By the way what are you wearing?" Charlotte tried not to smile at her dress, she was wearing a simple pink top wi
Chapter TwelveGROCERY STORE"Isabella!" Kim had to scream her name, she was sitting beside her phone but for some reason, she was lost in thought."Isabella, are you there?" Kim said trying to see beyond the camera but it was impossible."Y--Yeah," she picked up the phone revealing her face. "Sorry about that.""Are you alright? You were out for a minute," Kim said worriedly."Yes, what were you saying?" Isabella seems dazed"Did Charlotte say something? Did she threaten you?" Kim inquired knowing what Charlotte was capable of."No, I am not worried about her. Let's stop talking about that, what's going on in the company?" Isabella changed the topic."Are you sure you don't want to quit this?" Kim said worriedly. "We are holding a meeting on Friday, you have to be in attendance.""I will be there," She agreed."It won't be here, it is at the sock branch in New Jersey," Kim said."Book an early flight.""Alright, see you soon," Kim giggled."Sounds like you miss me," Isabella muttered
A second chance, forgiveness and love prevailsTears began to come out of Yvonne's eyes and she began to shake her hand. "Doctor," Isabella called out.The doctor rushed into the room, quickly assessing the situation. He checked Yvonne's vital signs and nodded to Isabella with a reassuring smile. "She's coming around," he said. "You did the right thing by coming here."Isabella exhaled deeply, feeling a weight lift from her shoulders. She looked at Yvonne, who was beginning to stir. The doctor signaled for a nurse to assist and then gently asked Isabella to step outside for a moment while they attended to Yvonne.Outside the ward, Isabella leaned against the wall, her mind a whirlwind of emotions. David and Kiera, who had been waiting anxiously, approached her."How is she?" David asked, concern etched on his face."She's waking up," Isabella replied, her voice soft. "I think... I think she'll be okay."David wrapped an arm around Isabella, pulling her close. "You did a brave thing, g
Captured"Yvonne, stop this madness!" Isabella shouted. "This isn’t what Chris would have wanted. Think of your daughter. Think of what you’re teaching her."Yvonne’s resistance wavered, and for a moment, it seemed as though she might relent. But then, with a surge of strength, she threw Isabella off and scrambled to her feet. Before Yvonne could do anything more, a voice rang out from the entrance of the garden."Freeze! Police!"A group of officers stormed into the garden, guns drawn. Yvonne's face fell as she realized her plan had been thwarted. The masked man tried to flee but was quickly apprehended by the officers.Isabella rushed to her daughter, enveloping her in a tight hug. Tears streamed down her face as she held her close, relief washing over her in waves. David, freed by one of the officers, joined them, wrapping his arms around both of them.Yvonne was restrained by the police, her face a mask of defeat and sorrow. She looked at Isabella, a mix of hatred and grief in her
Tension Isabella arrived at the garden. She saw Yvonne there. "Excuse me. You were speaking to me? It felt abrupt all of a sudden," Isabella said, looking at Yvonne, whose back was turned to her. Yvonne slowly turned to face her. "Surprise," she said and laughed. "Thought you got rid of me?" "Yvonne? What are you doing here?" Isabella asked, nervously. "I'm here to surprise you, my dear. You guys succeeded in killing my husband and making me a widow and my daughter, fatherless. Guess, you forgot, an eye for an eye. Look over there," she said, pointing. Isabella followed her finger. She saw David tied up, down the garden. "How did you get my husband? Release my husband now, before I call the police on you.""Don't be stupid, Isabella. Did you think I came without a plan? They are bringing your daughter, now. The deal is, you can only save one person. There will be a timer. If the time runs out, one of them will die. Oh, that's her over there.""How dare you involve my child in th
Yvonne returns. "Just stay safe, Yvonne. And take care of that little girl.""I will," Yvonne promised, hugging her friend before leaving.With the passports in hand, Yvonne booked the next flight out of the country. She used a series of cash transactions to avoid any digital trails. She knew it was only a matter of time before the police caught up with her, and she couldn’t afford any mistakes.On the day of their flight, Yvonne felt a mix of fear and determination. She dressed Emily in simple clothes, making sure they looked as inconspicuous as possible. As they boarded the plane, she couldn’t help but glance around nervously, expecting to see police officers at any moment.But the flight went smoothly. As the plane took off, Yvonne held Emily’s hand, feeling a glimmer of hope for the first time in days. They were leaving behind a life of fear and uncertainty, heading towards a future where they could finally be free. Yvonne bursted out in laughter, in a loud evil laugh. Hours lat
Away for a while.Yvonne stepped out of the hospital, while the cool night air hit her like a wave, momentarily shocking her out of her grief. But it was quickly replaced by a seething rage that coursed through her veins. She pulled the hood of her sweatshirt over her head, determined to stay hidden as she walked through the city streets. She needed to think, to plan. She needed to make them pay.Her first stop was to collect their daughter, Emily, from her sister’s house. Emily had been staying there for the past few weeks while Chris was on the run. Yvonne’s sister, Melissa, was supportive but wary of Chris’s lifestyle, and Yvonne knew she’d have to be careful about how much she told her.Melissa answered the door, her face etched with concern. "Yvonne, what’s going on? I heard about Chris on the news. Are you okay?""No, I’m not," Yvonne said, her voice steady but cold. "Chris is dead. The police shot him."Melissa gasped, her hand flying to her mouth. "Oh my God, I’m so sorry.""I
Lurking in the dark. "We have informations of Chris's whereabout. The Police officers are getting ready to invade, Chris's hideout. When we have a leak, we will let you know," Detective Martinez informed Isabella. "Thank you so much," Isabella said. "But, Chris is very cunny. What if he outsmarts the Police and escape, just like Yvonne did?""Well, all we plan is to arrest him and bring him into custody. When we catch him, we will hold him at gunpoint. If he tries to outsmart us, they will release fire at him," Detective Martinez explained. "Oh, alright. All I want is for him to be caught. He is a threat to our lives," Isabella said, eagerly. Detective Martinez nodded, his face serious but understanding. "We will do everything in our power to ensure he is apprehended and no longer a threat."Isabella watched as the detective left her home, the weight of the situation pressing heavily on her shoulders. Chris had been a constant menace, always one step ahead, and his cunning nature
Unexpected They eventually reached David's line and told him everything. He said he was calling the police station, immediately. David suggested they returned to the building before the police officers arrive and rescue, Elvis's mum, Felicia. Isabella and Elvis went back to the building and***“We have to go Felicia. Your son is a strong and good man. At least he did the right thing,” Isabella said. Elvis couldn't escape with us. He was captured by Yvonne's men. But, the police officers had arrived and they were sending messages through their speakers, that the other men should drop their weapons and come out, before the invade the building. Isabella was worried about Elvis, but he had told her to get his family to safety and didn't care if he himself, died. Immediately, a gunshot went off. Isabella and Felicia panicked. “I heard a gunshot. What if it was him they shot?” Felicia asked, tears streaming down her cheeks. “Elvis has been nothing but a good and caring son. He cared
UnitedIsabella and Elvis hurried to the building where Isabella’s child was being held hostage. They arrived at the building. “Give me my child, Isabella said as she opened the door and rushed in.“Who are you? I can’t give you this child. This child has been put under my care by Yvonne.”Elvis got into the room at once. “Mom, please hand over the child to her. It’s her child.”“But this was never the plan,” mom said in awe.“I know mom, but you have to trust me. I want to do the right thing, mum.”“Yvonne will hurt us, if she finds out.”“Think mum. What if it was your child, mum? You are a mother. You should understand her pain,” Elvis said. “Let’s do the right thing. Trust me, I’ll protect you and our family. I won’t allow Yvonne to hurt us. Once we get them to safety. We will leave this state. I already made arrangements. And if anything happens to me, you and our family will still leave the states. Don’t worry mum. We have everything in control.”Isabella held her breath as she
OutsmartedIsabella was able to free herself from the rope they had tied her up with. She waited for the right time to strike at Yvonne. “Don’t try to hurt my child. Don’t forget you have a child.”“Where is that toughness coming from?” Yvonne asked, as she walked close to me. What do you think you can do? Who is going to come for your rescue? No one. You are all alone in this. So stop acting like you got some back up. David won’t even save you. He has a lot on his mind. He doesn’t suspect I kidnapped you and your child. How then, do you think he would find you guys and rescue you? How do you think you’ll find my own child and get revenge? In your weird dreams.” She let out a mocking laugh.“Well, if anything happens to my daughter, I won’t rest till I get my revenge. An eye for an eye.”Yvonne laughed again. “You really have some guts, don’t you?”Isabella gave Elvis a sign, at once.Elvis understood the signal and subtly moved closer to Yvonne, ready to intervene if needed. Isabella