Alex let out a sly smile as he watched the girl almost run off. He chuckled as he finally relaxed. He removed his phone from his pocket and started going through his emails.
Time went by until he felt too bored to continue. He was tempted to text Lavender but his pride won’t let him. He contemplated for a while and decided to go for a walk at a nearby park. He left his car at the hotel and walked towards the park.
The moment he entered through the gates, colors filled his eyes. The surrounding look serene and warm as laughter filled the air. The sound of many people talking filled the air but it was comfortable.
The hawkers walked around sailing their items. Stalls were everywhere. There were ice cream stalls, meet stick stalls, fries stalls and other Junk street food. His eyes filled with delight as he headed straight
The week end went bywithout any thing abnormally. Monday, however,came with a lot of drama for Lee who liked to keep a low profile. As a part time assassin,she didn’t like people probing into her life. Especially since she had a ten year old to take care of.Unfortunately for her, it was not her alarm clock that woke her up on that day. It was the boisterous sound of her ringing phone. She let out an irritated sound before placing the phone to her ears. “What’s up old man? It's too early for your call!" She complained.The person on the other side or the phone didn't bother to even acknowledge the joke as he went directly to the point.‘What do you think you are doing exposing Hanna like that to the world? You know the kind of work we do and why she should be kept away from the publ
HER ANGERLee got ready to go to report for work. Today was going to be a hectic day for sure. Since the paparazzi was likely to assault her any ways, why not give them a show they ought never to forget?She donned a professional yet sexy outfit. Her make-up which was normally barely applied, got its actual use as she looked at her image in the mirror. This is the revenge I get for almost putting my sister in danger.Ever since they were young, Alex loved sweets and hated sour things. What he hated more, however,was being used. Lee felt almost guilty for what she was about to do but shrugged it off after she recalled how Alex used her.It didn’t take her long enough to decipher what had went down on Saturday. Alex had in deed went to the park after his date with the famous Maya. The girl was known for bei
Alexander got to his office and started going through the proposals sent to him from other departments. The budget in most of the reports were almost perfect but a few had a huge gap in them. He was craving for coffee all of a sudden. Without a second thought he called out to his secretary through the intercom.He didn’t get any answer for the very first time since lee started working with him. He tried once more but there was no answer. Ignoring the intercom he stood up with the intention of walking out of the office. As he walked around the table his office door was flung open.He looked up ready to lash out when he saw his furious mother walking towards him like a tornado. Ohooo, he thought. Why is my old lady here? And in such a bad mood? Anna walked into the office her face displaying her emotions.She was furiou
Putting his mother in place.Alex helped Lee up and led her to his chair. He carefully sat her down and lowered the AC before turning around to meet his mother's furious gaze.“So, this is who you chose over the girl I recommended for you? What have become of you? Do you want to see me laughed at by my friends because of your stupid choices? Fine, if you want to have her isn't one time enough? I am sure she won’t mind as she let you do as you please just now. “The woman kept vomiting poisonous words that burnt as Alex's heart.Lavender listened to the woman insult her but kept her mouth shut. She was used to every derogatory word that she was called. Besides, an assassin has to be flexible. Her job entailed seducing her victims and luring them into. Her traps. That was precisely why she didn't mind how Alexander had touched her.
Lavender walked out of the building with a stoic expression on her face. She soon got into her car and stayed there without driving for a while. The day have been very strange for her. From the beginning when Luca woke her up until now, as she stayed in her car, nothing has been Normal.It wasa fact that her life was never normal to begin with but the truth was, one learn to accept their life the more they live it. She was an assassin whose every job was a danger to her. Even so, she had never feared for her life. She had known what she got herself into from the word go.She let out a heavy sigh. This felt like a burden she could not shoulder. She drove away from the company feeling exasperated. The only good thing that came out of the whole incident was that,Alex had stood up for her. Having known him before, it must have been very hard for him to
Rose and Lee walked into the kitchen. They started assembling the ingredients that would be needed to bake. Though Rose was not very good at cooking, she was one of the best bakers in her entire family.She liked to bake as a way to relieve stress. The two decided on making cookies and ordinary brownies. Additionally, they would bake a three layered cake together. Lee felt comfortable working in the kitchen with Rose.The chatted along as they got to know more about each other. They kneeded the cookie dough together and set everything in the oven to cook. As they waited for their work to bore fruits, they sat side by side sipping on a glass of fresh juice which Lee had blended for them." You know, I feel as if I have known you for a very long time. I dont have any fr
Xander made sure that his mother was taken to the hospital and attended to. Luckily, Alvin had showed up at a very crucial moment. The image of his mother dousing Lavender in hot coffee was still fresh in his mind.This was all his fault. If he had declined his mother's request from the word go, none of what happened would have happened. Lavender would have been spared his mother's harsh words and actions. He would have been spared from his current headache.He was used to the paparazzi but he had never thought that it would one day work against him. He had tried to live a life that was not his and always managed to find a way out when neccesary yet this time there was no way out for him.If this involved someone else, he would not have minded it as much. He had somehow involved an innocent in his chaotic life ruining her peaceful one in return. Will this be used against him by his enemies too? What should he do?Should he fire her
A slim girl laid weakly on a hospital bed sleeping. Her body was wrapped in a comfortable sheet and all that could be seen was her small beautiful face. A sound came from the door as a middle-aged woman came into the room carrying a bag. She looked around until she spotted another figure sleeping on the couch in the room. A look of disdain crossed her face as she slowly approached the girl. The woman then retrieved a shawl from the bag she brought and covered the figure sleeping on the bed. Upon the little movement from the woman, the girl jumped up alert.
Alvin and Alex spoke some more. As he was getting ready to leave, he heard a ping on his phone signifying a new message reception.He wasn't big on sending messages. Finding it quite odd, he retrieved his phone and proceeded to unlock it. He sat up and rubbed at his eyes as though to clear any fog.The message didn't change. It was a short one too. He read it out loud trying to understand it." Don't leave the office. Don't let your friend leave either. Danger. Sister.!"Alex looked up at him for an explanation. Alvin finally understood. Only one person called him brother. The only sister he acknowledged was Lee. He smiled." Alex, let's stay here tonight. We can always order take out for the night. I don't want to leave you alone only for something to happen to you later."The C.E.O didn't argue. He listened to his friend already feeling exhausted from all the emotional roller coaster he had in the course of a few hours.While the two friends were busy discussing their supper for th
He waited anxiously for his best friend to make an appearance. He didn't want to believe the evidence before his eyes. How could have made the same mistake he promised himself to avoid?A knock came from the door bringing him back to the present. Alvin walked inside in a casual white shirt and black jeans. He looked relaxed. Alex took one more look at his friend. That was when he noticed the smugness.His heart sunk in his chest. He didn't need words to confirm his doubts. It was written on his best friend's face. He swallowed hard and braced himself for what was to come. Not wanting to beat around the bush, he asked the dreadful question that was burning him inside."Is it true? Was it all a well-planned scheme? Did I hurt her for a fake?" He mentally applauded himself for getting the words out without a stutter. Alvin said nothing from the moment he walked in. He was still bitter after everything Alex did. Knowing his friend, he hasn't been himself for a while now. He would normally
Alex spent most of his time in his office. He couldn't help but stare at the space Lee used to occupy. She didn't leave the spot empty. She created a void in his heart that could not be filled by anyone else. What has she done to him?Maya has been hanging out with him quite often since Lee left. Unfortunately, it wasnt the same. He would be physically present with her while his heart silently yearned for her. Somehow, he felt empty inside.A lot of bad things have been happening to him. He didn't believe in coincidences. Very private information has been leaked to the enemy companies. He kept getting one loss after another.Everything felt like a well-planned scheme. Between Maya and Lee, he didn't know who to blame. Both were practically strangers to him. In a sense, he knew very little about them. The way they carried themselves near him didn't matter.The things they kept hidden were what he wished he could find out. Since there was no way he could test Lee, he was going to test Ma
TRIGGER WARNINGThe two laid together. No one spoke. They were both afraid to break the silence that befell their being. Dash wasn't much of a talker hence didn't mind the heavy fog of silence.He was used to getting no explanations from Luca. However, this time, things felt different between them. He had crossed a limit he has never crossed with Luca. The surprising thing about it is that he didn't initiate any of it.Luca initiated it. From the embrace in the kitchen to that very intimate sexual act. It was all his little pony. Something was amiss. He decided to break the silence but Luca beat him to it." Dee, are you mad at me? I am sorry. I just wanted to feel your touch and love again. I missed you, so much." Dash listened to him and his heart responded with its rapid thumps. The last time he was this close to his pony, there was no additional person they cared about.Now, two small girls depended on them. Luca took his silence was anger and looked up
WARNING! EXPLICIT CONTENT" Luca, You know that I can't refuse you right? What if I jump you while you slept? Will, you blame me,?" Dash asked, still teasing. He liked the idea of sharing a bed permanently with his love. It was as though he was being given a free pass to touch all he wanted." Dee, I don't mind as long as you don't cross the line. Being in your embrace is making me sleepy? I want to sleep right now. What can I do? You still have to cook." Luca was acting more clingy than usual. He felt the need to stick to Dee like glue." Luca, what's wrong? You seem more clingy than usual. Is there something disturbing you? " Dash realized that Luca was not well. Something was disturbing him. Unfortunately, the moment was interrupted by Luca's growling stomach. He was hungry.Dash chuckled, still holding onto him." Why don't you go and freshen up? I will finish up here and feed you first. Then we can talk. I had some work I wanted to do but it can wait."
Lee had her mask on her face as she walked around the field accessing the new female recruits. Every year, they would recruit new members into the gang. Unlike those who have proven to be loyal, not all members stayed at the estate.She was at one of their isolated training ground where the minor members of the gang stayed and where the recruits and trainees reside. Every year, since she was first introduced into the mafia world, she would report to this training ground to train the recruits or train with them.Today she was their trainer. Being a frequent visitor in the place, the leaders were aware of her position in the gang. The only people who were above her were Luca and Dash.There were a total of twelve recruits in the group. Their age ranges between 15- 21. Out of the twelve, four were ladies while the rest were men. Most of their physique was in bad shape. Some looked like they have never stepped foot outside their homes.Lee had a premonition that this
Dash looked at Lee with raised eyebrows. Moving into the base was a good idea. But was it the safest? Probably! The most dangerous place can also be the most secure one.Thinking about her reasons, there was something she must have left out. Luca had tried to get her to live with them for quite sometimes but she was adamant about staying away from the estate." Little Ninja, why do you suddenly want to move to the base? Mind you, I like the idea but I have a feeling you are keeping something from me. What sup girl?" Dash asked.Dash was the kind of person who believes in verifying things from the source rather than assuming. He liked and lived by the truth. The biggest sin to him would be someone lying to him. It's a big no-no for the said man.Lee understood this fact. " You are right Mr. I do have another reason. I would have let you know the detail but I am not done collecting all the data. Give me some time and I will give you fully verified information."
Lee went back home feeling angry with Alex For being blinded by his frustrations. She knew that though he didn't want to admit it, he was as into her as she was. The difference between them, however, was that she was better at hiding and burying her feelings than he was.She laid in bed thinking of ways to deal with things. There was the so-called secret admirer who knew her address. Then there was Rose and Alex. She was too deep in thoughts to realize the presence of her baby sister. Hannah watched her sister whose eyes were closed.She had her arms across her stomach as though protecting herself from an invisible force. Hannah was young, but her intelligence exceeded her age. Staying with Dash has proved to be of benefit to her.The man was good with kids. Additionally, he taught her some self-defense and how to look for him when she thought her sister needed help. Luca was not back from his trip abroad. This meant that anything that happens
Things were back to normal or as normal as they could be for lee. Aside from the awkwardness that seems to hang between her and Alex, everything else was alright. Her sister Hanna was back with her. The bond between Rose and her had grown despite the big disparity that widened the gap between Alex and herself.Even though things were back to how they should have been from the beginning, there were new and interesting things that have been happening around the office. Every morning, Lavender would receive a flower and chocolates from the receptionist on the ground floor. On the weekends, the parcels were delivered to her door.At first, she aids no heed to them but as time passed by, the gifts kept coming in. It reached a point where she got suspicious of the ender and started investigating the source. She was shocked to find out that the man who has been sending her gifts was the business rival of her boss.it was then that she had an epiphany.