(Anastasia's POV)It was full of tension inside the car. I wanted to talk and clarify things but Caleb's anger overpowered him. My tears won't stop streaming down my face. I admit I'm scared. I'm scared that he might hurt me too if I let out a word from my mouth. Scared that he might accuse me of flirting or having an affair with Byron. It's not like I wanted this to happen. I'm a victim too. I didn't do that intentionally.He accelerated the engine causing me on a razor’s edge of panic as my heart hammered in my chest. I didn't dare to stop him as I am frightened that he will take out all his anger on me.Thankfully, we arrived at the mansion safe and sound.He got off the car and slammed the door closes behind him. With his big strides, he entered the mansion leaving me inside his car.I calm myself down before I jerk off from the car. Striding inside the mansion, I headed to my room. I have this urge to talk to him but maybe this is not a good time for a talk. He needs to calm down
(Anastasia's POV)The slight movement of his chest beneath my palm made me open my eyes and look up to check if he was awake. Sure enough, he was wide awake. His dark brown eyes were wide and frantic. He shot upright in bed and looked around. I remained quiet, letting the surroundings sink into his mind. After only a moment of silence, his eyes met mine, and just, as usual, it made my stomach tingle with sparks.He looked at the bed and looked back at me once again. I sigh at his confused expression. He looked down at his palm and saw the cloth wrapped around it. He frowned."You cut your palm. You got drunk." I said to ease his confusion. "I brought you here. I thought it would help you forget things. Are you okay no—"He closed his eyes shut, squeezing them hard before opening them again. His hand which was currently circling my waist, tightened around me. I feel how he slowly removed his arm and move away from me."C-Caleb--""Leave," he firmly said."Can we at least talk about las
(Caleb's POV)As I opened my eyes I saw nothing, just darkness. I slightly lifted my head only to realize that my arms were wrapped around Ana's body.My face was stuffed in her breasts.When I lifted my head, I saw that she was wide awake with her hands holding her phone over her face.I stare at her with amusement. Damn! She's so stunning with her messy hair. I can't believe that we ended up making love after our quarrel. My eyes look down at her neck, the hickey was gone. I'm so infuriated by Byron's presence. This is what I'm scared about, Byron might steal my girl again, but this time, I won't let him take my girl away from me.Anastasia is so innocent that she didn't know people around her might be causing her trouble. She is not good at choosing a friend. But Ava and Lucas are not bad though.After a few moments of staring at her, she finally noticed I was awake, My eyes meet her enticing constellation-blue eyes. She looked at me with raised eyebrows before I smirked causing her
(Caleb's POV)"Now, what do you want to eat?" I asked.We just got out of the shower and she is sitting on my lap as I am drying her hair using a hair blower. "Hmmm... Pancake with blueberry syrup," she said and after a second of thought, I smiled at her."Alright, let's see if there is a blueberry syrup at the counter and I'll make you some pancakes too, go get dressed then," I replied and she nodded her head standing up from my lap and got off the bed before striding over towards my bathroom to get dress.I stood up from the bed and headed to the kitchen. I saw that William was already there."Good morning, Sir." he greeted respectfully. I nodded in reply."William, you can have the day off. Don't worry, I'll still pay you." I asked and he looked quite surprised."Thank you so much, Sir. Would you like me to make you guys anything?" he asks while taking out his phone."No, it's alright, William. I'll handle everything." I replied and he nodded. He finished up what he was doing and
(Anastasia's POV)It's been days since we are back from our one-day and one-night unplanned vacation from that beach house that Caleb bought for me. Yes, we just confessed to each other. I can't help but smile from ear to ear every time I remember the beautiful moments we had created at the beach house. I am happy and euphoric as if I'm floating on a cloud nine with butterflies in my stomach every time those three words come out of his mouth. I've become infatuated with Caleb, believing that he is perfect, and wanted to be with him all the time. He must probably feel the same way, too.While this was happening, Caleb had to return to work the next day after, it seems there is something urgent coming at his company but he always came home right away and stayed with me for the remainder of the night.As I am not working at his company anymore, I sometimes hang out with Ava and Lucas after her work. Since that Halloween party, I've never seen Byron. He didn't contact me again after I igno
(Caleb's POV)"C-Caleb?" She stutters out in question causing me to smirk.She just got home and entered our room from hanging out with Alice and Adam. Now, I am ready for her 'I make it up to you when we get home' statement earlier."Now what?" I ask as I move to the side and gesture her to the bed at the corner of the room. I guess she already know what I meant by it, she slowly formed a Cheshire cat grin. She drops off her bags from her arms on the floor as she runs towards me and jumps into my arms. I catch her as she wraps her legs into my waist."Is it my shift now?""Get your job well done now, or else you should over time." she laughs as I carry her to the bed.My Ana, I'm going to have so much fun with you tonight.***I woke up the next morning and she was gone. Again.She just doesn't learn, does she?I sat up from our bed, picking up my phone from the bedside table. I opened my contacts and dialed Anastasia."Hello," she answered on the other line."Where the hell are you,
(Anastasia's POV)I am in the car, waiting for Caleb to finish up conversing with his people. I leaned against the car window of the passenger seat as I stared outside, at the yacht and the beautiful waters from a distance.This trip was the most mesmerizing thing I had experienced. With Caleb... as a real couple. In love with each other."Alright, Sir."My head turned to Caleb and his men."Good. We gotta go." Caleb responded and his men nodded their heads."Of course, sir. Have a safe trip," he replied before walking away from Caleb.Caleb strode in my direction. He hops inside the driver's seat. He turned to look at me once more before starting the engine of the car."You alright, wife?" He asked and I hummed in reply, leaning my back on the passenger seat. He backed away from the area and soon exited the parking lot as we hit the road.Suddenly his hand found my thigh and I stiffened for a bit before relaxing. His fingers traced circles around my thighs lightly before as he added m
(Anastasia's POV)It's Monday morning, and Caleb and I are having our breakfast silently. I always took a glimpse of him whenever he scoops some viands near me.I decided to talk to Byron later but I am hesitating to ask Caleb's permission because I know that he would be opposed to the idea. After what happened, there is no way that Caleb would let me meet him to listen to his side.Soooo...I plan to meet Byron without Caleb's knowing that I am meeting Byron today.Well, it's not like I am having an affair. Byron is my friend. He is so nice to me from the beginning we met. He's one of my precious friends. I can't abandon him.We will just talk about what happened at the party. Nothing more, nothing less."You okay?"I snapped back to reality. I look at Caleb, he's staring at me intently. I avoided his confused and worried eyes and focus back on my plate before I responded. "Yeah...""Are you not feeling well?" he stood up and raised his hands until he touch my forehead.I quickly remo
THALIAMy eyes began to well up with tears of conflicting feelings. Anger, worries, and longing came out all at once. He disappeared without a trace after saying he would come back, and God knows if he’s alive or not. He made me fucking worried for nothing!“Where were you?” That was the only thing I asked.“I have to take care of something–”“Then why did you have to vanish like that?” My voice cracked up in the end as I failed to control it.He avoided my eyes with guilt lingering all over his face. I don't know what to feel. But there's only one thing I could figure out after seeing him again.“To protect you from harm.”I firmly shut my eyes, tears streamed down my cheeks as his words were like hitting my chest with a knife. All he could think was to be my protector, whereas here I am thinking he might have chosen the others over me.Am I being too selfish?I wiped my face as I looked around. Good thing my bodyguards are outside the university. “What happened to Uncle Michae
THALIAI flinched as I was startled when my phone suddenly rang. I got up in bed, sighing as soon as I saw the time. It's almost three, but my eyes won't even close just a bit.My attention was switched to my phone, which still kept ringing. Who would call at this hour?I answered it without looking at the caller.“Wha–”“Thalia.”My brows furrowed at the familiar voice in the end. I checked the number, but it's unregistered.“Ca-Cassie?”“I'm sorry for barking at the wrong tree.” My jaw fell as soon as I confirmed it was her. I jump off the bed and gaze outside the window.“Where are you? Who's with you?” I desperately asked.However, I heard her chuckle and sighed deeply.“I intentionally took the chance that my mother used to work with Laverde and got in as their so-called illegitimate family member.”Her words left me baffled. So… she's not a real Laverde?“What's your reason?”“I have found evidence and took a chance to get closer to the enemy.”“Evidence of what?”“I only want
THALIAI inhale sharply as soon as I exit the building. My chest feels heavy and tightened, and I don't know how to cope with the pain deep inside of me.My fingers firmly curled around the handle of my handbag.It's just my hunch. It's just my guts. It's just my suspicion that it was Damon. But why don't I feel this suspicion is real?I hate it.My phone rang, and Damon's secretary was plastered on my screen.“How was it? Is it Damon?”“No.”Then why did that jerk get Damon's phone?I scratched my temple as I walked to my car. I entered my car with a frown.“Where did that robber find it?”“He said a woman came and sold the phone.”I paused and confusedly thought about who that woman could be.“Woman? Who?”“He couldn't recognize her because she covered almost her face.”Why do people love covering their faces? Scared of the sunburn or hiding from the authorities?Since it's a woman, there's no way Damon is in trouble. So, I don't give a fuck with that woman who stole Damon's phone a
THALIAMom and Dad quickly went to Paris last night. Leander and I left here in New York so that we wouldn't be embroiled in the quarrel with Laverde.It's my mother's family, so I'm afraid Mom will break down. I heard her screaming to Uncle Adam on the phone before they left. I sighed as I put down my spoon on the table. I glanced at Leander, who was also in deep thought in front of his breakfast.“What's gonna happen now?”“What else? Mom possibly cut her ties with them.” I tightly shut my eyes in frustration. Why are there traitors in our lives? “Are we just going to stay here and wait? Mom might break down.”Leander let out a frustrating sigh. “Dad is with her. Also, they won't let us tag along with them.”It's been two decades since that happened. Doesn't the grandfather's case have a statute of limitations? I wonder how they found evidence despite the long period since it happened. Anyway, if it really proves my granduncle was the suspect of my grandfather's death, I hope he
THALIAOne week.It's been one week since Damon went missing. I even helped in looking for him but to no avail. Not even the authorities could find Damon Kane. There's no body or anything that can lead to his whereabouts. It was as if he vanished into thin air.I was depressed and cried every night while I had this hope every day of finding him together with the authorities.My parents and Leander didn't complain about how I poured everything into this search and rescue. They can see through me how desperate I am just to find him and I was hoping he's alive and in a safe place.Uncle Michael, who caused all of this, was on the run and hiding somewhere. Where's his courage to kill off my father's happiness now? Maybe he was also the reason why Leander's secretary was abducted and injured. Leander poured his soul into finding her but was also abducted by Uncle Michael. As of now, I don't know why Leander's secretary was abducted.I refused to talk to Frederick. Not because I hate his
THALIAI mustered my courage to point my gun at the person who was about to invade the car, but I stopped to see someone as my reflection, sticking his head through the window.“Leander!”“Thalia? What the hell are you doing here?!”I immediately jerked off from the car but was greeted by a woman leaning at the car. She was wearing corporate attire without a coat, and a red stain was visible on her dirty, white sleeve. “Who is she?”“My secretary. She's injured.” Leander opened the door, and I helped him place the girl in the back seat.Why is his secretary here? Did he come to get her?A rustling sound inside the forest, followed by repeated shouts from men, made us freeze.“They followed us.” My brother growled.He pushed me inside the backseat and entered the driver's seat. He was about to start the engine hastily, but I immediately stopped him.“Wait, Damon is still not here!”“We don't have much time.”He shoved off my hand, but I stopped him again.“No! We need to wait for Dam
THALIAI immediately wrapped my arms around his neck, pulling him closer to me and kissing him harder than before. He lifted me and placed me on his lap, wrapping my legs around his waist. Our lips remained sealed. It was like we couldn’t get enough of each other, devouring one another. His hands were moving down, under my shirt, his fingers skimming over my skin, sending a rush of blood to every part of my body. His touch gave me the feeling of longing, and I relished every second he pushed his tongue and lips against mine. I lowered my hands and yanked his shirt up. He broke apart long enough to pull it over his head and toss it aside. His hands slid around my head, pulling me back to his mouth. I ran my hands down his abdomen. It was firm, with the perfect amounts of dips and ripples. His lips traveled down my neck and shoulders as he whispered sweet words in my ear. I gasped when he suddenly reclined the seat and softly moaned as I grabbed his face to meet my lips to communica
THALIAThe whole ride was filled with silence. He is driving his Ferrari while I'm here, sitting in the passenger seat with a lump in my throat. I don't know why I suddenly felt anxious being alone with Damon. The last time we saw each other, we were both fuming in our situation. But still, here I am, wanting to be with him while ignoring the supposed protocols.I gazed at him and saw his furrowed brows and solemn eyes focused on the road. Did he feel the same? Did he feel the awkwardness between us?"H-How did you find us?" I killed the silence."Actually... Leander and I talked before the abduction."I immediately gaze at him. "A-Are Are you the one who caused his wounds?" "Of course not. Do you think I'll harm your brother in that way?"I looked away while reprimanding myself for thinking he would do such a thing."N-No... you would not.""When I was going home after meeting him, Leander's secretary called me and tracked his phone." He explained, which left me with no choice but
THALIAI held my chest and felt my pounding heart while hearing his voice, calling my name repeatedly. Is that really him? Did he come to rescue me just like in fairytale movies?It's only been weeks since I haven't heard his voice and not seen his face, but it felt like I hadn't heard from him for years.The back of my eyes warmed, and I chuckled silently at my thoughts.He's always there when I'm in danger. He came to my rescue when I needed him the most. He's really indeed my knight in shining armor--"HERE!" I flinched when Leander shouted near my ear as he pounded his fist on the wall.That woke me up, and I immediately screamed at the top of my lungs. "DAMON, PLEASE SAVE US! THE CONTAINER IS BURNING INSIDE!""FUCK!"I leaned my ear on the wall when I only heard him cuss but eventually distanced myself from the wall because it was getting hotter."Are you sleeping?" He said while coughing.I raised my gaze and glared at Leander but he only scoffed annoyingly. I was about to talk