Iris POV:Ugh..."Iris!" Susan exclaimed."Susan!" I mimicked her.She rolled her eyes and walked out of the room with me, both of us grumpy."Whoa, whoa, why are you wearing this crap?" he exclaimed, eyeing me up and down with a critical gaze."Guys, look, I'm wearing a jacket and shoes. That's enough to keep me warm," I retorted, my tone defensive."Principessa (princess) he left us with you so we have to look after you," His words were devoid of emotion, but they carried a sense of duty that I couldn't ignore."But I like this," I mumbled, pouting.I was wearing my favorite old high-waisted wide-leg jeans, paired with a simple white shirt and a cozy red cardigan that Ace had gifted me. I look like a worker from a factory or garage."Fine, but if you get cold, make sure to tell the dickhead you're the reason, not us," Alex muttered under his breath.What did Ace tell them that they fear him like this?As Hudson and I climbed into the car and set off for the university, I couldn't
Iris POV:I swallowed hard and sank into my seat in the cafeteria. Despite my troubled state, my food looked appetizing, and I couldn't resist the temptation to dig in. Yummy!I was alone, surrounded by the chatter and laughter of other students enjoying their meals.It had been a week since I arrived, yet I still hadn't made any friends.Occasionally, Ace and I exchanged messages, but it only served to remind me of how much I missed him. He was consumed with work, and it had been four days since I last heard his voice.Pushing my food aside, I rose from my seat, my appetite was gone now.Slumping back down, I pulled out my history book, forcing myself to focus on the dull pages. Boring but I have to do it.The words on the pages seemed to blur together, my mind preoccupied with thoughts of him. Sitting alone in the deserted corridors of the university, I couldn't shake the feeling of emptiness that had settled over me. I really miss him.My days had fallen into a monotonous routin
Ace POV:I often wonder how I ended up feeling like this; it's as if I've been plunged into the depths of hell.It's bewildering that a little girl could have such a profound impact on me, wrapping me so effortlessly around her tiny finger.This 5′1" girl with big brown eyes, gentle curves, and a shy demeanor has me completely entranced, consumed by a sick obsession that I never thought possible.And yet, despite the insanity of it all, I don't regret it for a moment.It was my own doing, after all - I allowed her to captivate me, willingly stepping into the web she'd spun and falling for her with my eyes wide open.As I rolled over in bed with a sigh of contentment, I couldn't help but feel rejuvenated from the long hours of sleep.My muscles relaxed blissfully.Today, I arrived at the mansion at 10 in the morning.Since my work commitments had ended earlier than expected.This serendipitous change of plans meant that I could finally return to my Mini.Who'd been attending university
Ace POV:"A-And I answered them but.. it was...wrong b-but next time.. I answered it right though. Ali helped me to take notes," she said, rubbing her eyes, and distracting her mind.I hummed, sighing in peace.The warm air filled the room, our skin gently touching as we sat together in tranquility.After some effort, I managed to remove all the stubborn tangles from her hair.She was straddling my lap as I combed her hair.The sight was innocent yet exotic. The feeling was indescribable.I was sitting on a dressing stool, her legs hung loosely on either side of my waist as I devoted my attention to her beautiful hair.Her delicate fingers wandered aimlessly, her eyes heavy with drowsiness and her adorable mouth frequently yawning.Occasionally, I would bounce my knee when her eyes would start to close. Sleepy puppy.She was dressed in a simple full-sleeved floral frock that fell to her knees, paired with black knee socks and black Converse.She is obsessed with converse shoes.She on
Ace POV:I frowned, the crease on my forehead deepening as I observed her behavior. Something is definitely wrong."What's wrong, Mini?" I asked, my tone soft but insistent. I shifted closer, hoping to catch her eye and reassure her with my presence"Nothing," She shook her head almost imperceptibly, her gaze still fixed on the pages of her notebook. "Really, I don't think so," I reiterated gently, my voice laced with worry."Just t-tired," she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. But her words didn't convince me. There was something more, something she wasn't saying.Later, when I returned home, Hudson's said she hadn't emerged from her room since she had returned from college. As I entered our bedroom, I found her curled up on the bed, her back turned towards me, her hair cascading over her face like a veil. It was a stark contrast to her usual vibrant self.Weird. Very weird.Releasing a sigh, I entered the bathroom to freshen up.After spending some time under the comfo
Ace POV:"Come on, bambi," I murmured, my voice a tender whisper as I nestled into the warmth of her neck.In response, she emitted a soft groan, her arms enveloping me tighter, as if afraid to let go."You said nobody's hurting you in college, so what's wrong, my love?" I inquired, my fingertips tracing gentle patterns on her bare thighs."I... I just want to be with you," she confessed softly.My gaze softened as I looked into her eyes.We were dressed, and ready to leave for our respective places. BUT... My Mini had other plans today.It was already 7:30 and we were still in our room.After breakfast, I told her to get our things from the room. But, boy I was wrong.She didn't come back when I checked up on her and found...There she lay, sprawled across the bed, her gaze fixed on the ceiling, lost in thought and faraway dreams.And now, here we were, tangled together amidst rumpled sheets and tousled hair. Dammit.Shifting my position, I settled atop her, one leg nestled between h
Iris POV:Sighing deeply, I found it impossible to focus on anything the teacher was saying. My mind was consumed by thoughts of the previous night.I hadn't seen Ace since he stormed out of the house, leaving me with a sense of unease that lingered like a shadow.When I told Hudson about Ace's departure, he offered reassurances that he would return soon.But Ace's demeanor seemed oddly tense. Had I said something to upset him?I was jolted from my reverie by a sharp pinch on my forearm, causing me to yelp in surprise."Iris!" the teacher's voice boomed, drawing the attention of the entire class.I shot up from my seat, my heart pounding in my chest.Freak! I am dead."Where is your attention?" the teacher barked, her frustration evident in her tone.With my head hung low, I murmured an apology, feeling the weight of embarrassment settle over me like a heavy cloak."Sit," she commanded, her anger palpable.Defeated, I sank into my chair, unable to shake the feeling of embarrassment as
Iris POV:"Please, Susan," I pleaded, wrapping my arms around hers and squeezing tightly.She sighed, but her gaze remained fixed on the tablet screen, her attention seemingly absorbed by whatever was displayed there.I found myself in Hudson's house, having been dropped off by one of the guards. Everyone was present in the hall except for Liam and Alex."Iris, it's not our place to tell it, ask Ace," Aiden said with a sigh, his expression troubled."You will be late for college," Hudson reminded me, checking his watch.I left the empty house at 6 in the morning, but Ace was nowhere to be found."What is he hiding? Why did he behave so differently?" I demanded, my gaze shifting accusingly between the others in the room."Iris, it's better if you don't know it because if you did, then you can't have a reason to love him, only fear him more," Susan said, her tone devoid of emotion."But you all stick with him," I argued, feeling frustrated and confused."Because we are raised in famili