Jane's heart pounded in her chest as the music abruptly came to a halt, and she felt Adrian's grip release her. Relief washed over her like a tidal wave, freeing her from the suffocating hold he had on her. Her breath caught as Adrian leaned in close, his voice a mere whisper meant solely for her ears."Don't forget about our date my love", he murmured, his words carrying a hint of possessiveness and warning.Jane's eyes widened as she felt her mind racing. She knew she had to keep up appearances, to mask the torment he had put her through. Glancing around the room, her gaze met Isabella's eyes who was looking at them with dreamy eyes. Her auntie and uncle were puzzled but their expressions were telling of their pride in her. Liam looked happy to find his sissy for the first time in the evening. While Ryan looked at her with furrowed brows as if trying to understand the situation.They were all watching her, waiting for an explanation she wasn't yet ready to give.Gathering every
The remnants of their uneasy dinner lingered in the air as Adrian and Jane sat in silence, a fragile truce forged between them. Just as Adrian began to revel in the delusion of a newfound understanding, the discordant melody of a message notification pierced the silence, causing Jane's heart to skip a beat.She reached for her phone, her fingers trembling as she glanced at the screen. The name that appeared, Ryan, sent a jolt of both nervousness and anxiety coursing through her veins. A message glowed on the screen." Are you on the way?" Jane gulped remembering she needed to attend his birthday party. That's what he told her aunt before leaving.Adrian's curiosity piqued when he saw her deeply invested in her phone. "Who is it ?" he asked, his tone laced with a mix of suspicion and desire for control.Jane's throat tightened, her mind racing to find a plausible explanation. She gulped nervously, her voice strained, "It's from home. I need to go immediately."The words left her mo
"Wh…. Where are we going? Where are you taking me?"She shouted for her life. Without saying a word, Adi only increased the speed of the car as an answer. The car halted near a skyscraper and she was forcefully pulled inside the building. Within a moment she found herself in the lift and in no time she entered into an apartment. The atmosphere grew heavy with unspoken tension. Paro stood there, her drenched silhouette a stark contrast against the dimly lit room. She tried to collect herself, to find the strength to act, her mind racing with possibilities.The rain continued to beat against the windows, its incessant rhythm mimicking the turmoil within Adi's heart. Paro's entire being trembling with fear. She stepped back as Adi's rage consumed him.As Adi turned away momentarily, she seized the opportunity, her body moving with an urgency she had never known.But within seconds she was pulled back to his chest with full force. She found herself in this unwanted situation numerous ti
Girl, what are you even doing in the early morning? Did you forget we don't have clas…." Isabella who was speaking in her sleepy voice suddenly stopped hearing her friend's next word. " Ish.. Isabella , can you please come once?" Jane asked in her trembling helpless voice. The sleep was gone from Isabella 's eyes. She sat up straight on the bed. " Hello Jane.. are you okay? What happened? Where are you!" Isabella asked in one breath." I.. I don't know." Jane said, still sobbing." Okay, okay relax. Share your location with me. I am coming. Okay? Stay where you are." Isabella already ran towards the door while speaking to her. It was a bright morning, the sun was spreading its golden rays upon the busy streets of the city as if the rain didn't wash out the whole city a few hours ago. Isabella walked hurriedly along the sidewalk, her mind occupied with her friend's thoughts. As she turned a corner, her eyes met a sight that instantly froze her in her tracks. There stood Ja
Isabella was sitting in the living room when the door opened with a thud. An enraged Adrian stormed into Isabella's house, his anger palpable as he scanned the room in search of Jane. His eyes locked onto Isabella , standing in the middle of the room, looking at him with accusing eyes."Where's Jane? I need to talk to her!" Adrian 's voice sounded colder than ice.Isabella stood her ground, her voice steady but filled with resolve. "I won't let you meet her, Mr.Adrian Alan Johnson. Not after what you did to her. I know everything." Adrian 's face contorted with fury. His fists clenched tightly by his sides. He was about to give that stupid girl a befitting reply but suddenly a realization crossed his eyes. Isabella was looking at him with suspicious eyes. Her doubt was evident as if waiting for him to confirm what she listened to. His cunning mind knew then and there what he needed to do utilizing the opportunity to the fullest. His anger simmered, and a mask of concern repla
Jane's world shattered as Adrian forcefully tore her away from Isabella's home, his fingers digging into her trembling arm. Fear gripped her, paralyzing her every movement. Adrian 's eyes burned with a manic obsession, fueling her inner turmoil.Without saying a word he made her sit inside and locked the door. The engine roared as he drove away with the car.Adrian gripped the steering wheel tightly as his phone buzzed, indicating an incoming call. He glanced at the caller ID and saw it was his personal assistant. With a deep breath, he answered the call, trying to maintain composure amidst the chaos."What is it, Erik?" Adrian 's voice was strained, revealing the underlying tension he was feeling."Sir, I just received a call from our trusted source. Viktor is at it again, he is illegally trying to secure the tender. He is desperate to beat our company at any cost." Erik explained urgently, his voice laced with concern.Adrian 's jaw tightened, and a mixture of frustration and ang
Her tear filled eyes wandered vaguely into the distant horizon, making her nostalgic about the good old days. It was almost evening yet she didn't leave her room except for meeting Mary for once. Suddenly, Jane's body tensed as she felt a hand on her shoulder. She turned slowly, a slight sigh of relief escaping her lips."Oh, Leo, it's you!" "How was your trip?" Jane attempted to sound enthusiastic, masking the thoughts that had been swirling in her mind."It was good," Leo replied, flashing his usual charming smile. Jane smiled genuinely in response.Almost two weeks ago, she had heard that Leo had gone on a trip with his friends. At the time, she hadn't given it much thought, but now it all fell into place. Leo had left just a day before her parents arrived with Camilla. He must have known about their visit and purposefully left. If it were any other time, Jane would have playfully teased him about it, but today her heart wasn't in the mood."Hey, are you crying?" Leo's gaze bo
" Yes, Adrian. I'll be your girlfriend." her voice laced with a hint of both surrender and deceit.Adrian froze in his place. What did he just hear? He always wanted her to understand his love, his passion for her. But acceptance? All of a sudden out of nowhere. Did she really mean it? " What did you just say?" He asked again with a dead serious face. His heart was running at an inhuman speed. "I…." Jane trailed off. " I said repeat." He ordered, leaving no place for an argument. " I said yes. Yes Adrian, I want to be your girlfriend." the words spilled from Jane's lips.His dark eyes were hooded with suspicion. She won't dare to play him. Would she? Adrian looked deeply into her brown orbs, his eyes narrowing with suspicion as he listened to Jane's unexpected response. Her words, though seemingly compliant, ignited a spark of doubt within him. His voice carried a warning as he repeated, "What game are you playing Jane? You'll not dare to double-cross me. Will you?"Jane's ne