Marco's POV Her. My mind suddenly shifted entirely from my troubles and remained on the wild thoughts she stirred within my dark soul. Once drowning in grief, I now had a warm smile on my lips, as radiant as the moon. I didn't need a lone time, or alcohol, or them bitches… the missing ‘peace’ was all her. Like a bolt, I crushed the flames on my cigar, abandoned the items on the balcony, and rushed back into my room. I was already dried from the cold breeze. I only needed to throw on a random shirt and pants. Once done, I headed out like a crazed doll in a horror show. I got into the SUV from earlier and drove out with one thing on my mind: Elara. Thankfully, there was no traffic to beat or road officers to please. I got home in barely thirty minutes and threw my keys for the valet to carefully park the car in the garage. The sexy petite figure upstairs caught my attention. Elara was on the terrace, watching me like a pet dog. I subconsciously flashed her a warm smile, not
Marco's POV Beautiful. Cozy. Peaceful. My morning could be summarized in those words. And for a fact, I had never felt that much relief in ages. The steady rise and fall of Elara's chest on mine, her warm breath that stroked my hairy body, and occasional soft sighs, made me watch her like a guardian. She was nestled in my arms, and on my broad chest, covering barely half of my build. Her eyes were closed, and fine eyelashes adorned her pretty face. The sun rays filtered in through the raised blinds and settled on her face. Oops. I reached for the remote and adjusted it, and on me, Elara simply pressed her eyes shut and didn't even try to look away. My gaze narrowed and I studied her in keen silence. “You don't have to be so dramatic to trap me in bed.”A light chuckle erupted from her. Skilled player, she groaned as if she was still sleeping. “Do you still need me here?” My calloused palm lay on the small of her bare back, and I stroked upward, caressing her spine. “No mo
Elara's POV Evelyn is calling?!With so much skeleton in my cupboard, I grabbed the phone from the top drawer, and instantly pulled away from Marco. I was only a few feet away from him. As expected, he turned to face me but didn't move. His eyes roamed along my body and did all the movements his body didn't. Finally, they rested on my hand. “Is there something I should know?”His bass echoed in the room. His tone was deeper than it was a while ago. I rolled my eyes at him, not giving any response. “You, of all people, should know,” I replied vaguely. It was hell silly if he set the flames and pretended to care. He killed Matthew, and we're still searching for the killer. I didn't want him to know we'd gone to the station, just like I also didn't want Evelyn to know that Marco was the killer. Grabbing the robe by the bed stand, I threw it on me, covering my body. “Excuse me.” I started for the door, eager to pick up the call, but it ended. “Know we've already cleaned the me
Elara's POV ‘DO NOT ENTER’My eyes locked with the writing on the inner door of his dark room. It was very much visible from this end. “Elara?” He called out, this time, louder, causing me to snap back to him. I turned to give him attention. My hand itched the back of my neck, face was red as if he caught me in the act. “Are you okay?” He asked and bit into his toast. “It seems I've been talking to myself.”I nodded and flashed a smile. “Could you repeat?”I knew I sounded weird, dumb even, but it was the only way to bail myself. I was lost in my head for a moment that I didn't hear anything he said earlier. He paused to study me in scrutiny, then sipped from his coffee mug. Done, he set it down and picked up the disposable napkin to clean up.“Violet's teacher.” He repeated, maybe started all over. “How far have you gone?” Whoa. First, he called her by her name, instead of; your daughter or little monster… or anything just so he wouldn't say her name. And now, he was acting
Elara's POV Whip. Blindfold. Cuffs. Collar. Mouth restrain. In a sexy red lingerie that marks the color of danger, I kneel, my hands pressed together, and I stretch it out, ready for my punishment. The bathroom door opened and Marco stepped out. On seeing me, he paused, a shocking delight crossed his dark eyes as he smirked. “Elara, you do realize…”“Take me, master.” I shut him up with my sultry tone. He had starved his dark desires for my sake, it was only proper I feed his demons.I stay upright, push my boobs out just so he could have a good peek. The bra is thin and fucking tiny. It covered only my nipples and areola, leaving my firm white breasts outside in the wild. His smirk broadened. I watched him in delight. Unable to fight his dangerous urge, he bent to run his fingers along the instruments placed on the glass table. First, he took the cuffs and clipped them in place. SMACK!His hand landed squarely on my jaw, causing me to gasp. My brain had yet to register why.
Elara's POV “I want out… This union, when does it end?” The words fell out of my mouth. J didn't bother to do any damage control or try to take them back. I was sitting in bed, naked, and next to Marco, who lay naked as well, with neither of us bothering to cover up. From my side eye, I watched his jaws clench. He went rigid following the unexpected question. Even though he tried not to react, his hardened expression bore rage, pain…, and betrayal. “I thought this meant something at least… I thought you were warming up to me.”I gulped dryly at his response. My heart was too weak to nurse the heartbreak. I couldn't dare imagine what my sudden question was doing to him. His mother's death… me!His non-sister's fall-out and death… me!And one morning, I wanted to end it all. ‘I do… you mean so much to me… you're my world…’Instead, I swallowed my words and looked away. He should never see me tear up. I didn't want him to talk me out of this. It was hard enough. “I'd leave somed
Elara's POV ‘Thirty more days with the devil and I finally get my freedom… but I'll play his bride and actually get married to him before the whole world. ORI remain hidden in his castle and forever be his slave…’Each second of the ticking clock grew louder, almost deafening. The more I think about my response, the harder it got. I might have gone public with him a few times, but a legal wedding which would be elaborate, was a very big deal. “I guess you need more time.” Marco's tone had a hint of mockery. Without another word, he picked up his robe that was lying recklessly on the foot of the bed and started walking out of the room. ‘ELARA!!! FUCKING THINK!!!’His back was to me as he flexed his muscles and walked away like a beast. After today, I may never get another opportunity. “Yes!”The words ripped out of my throat before I could even process them. And now that it was out, I watched it cause chaos. Marco stopped. My words hit him harder than he could fathom. I wa
Elara's POV “What did you do to Evelyn?” My tone was cold and flat, but deadly. Marco had a confused face. One of his eyebrows was raised in question. Now, his shorts were already pulled up. “What did you fucking do to her?!” I barked when he didn't give me any response.She was like the only friend left. I wouldn't forgive myself if she was also consumed by my toxic union. “Whoa, easy.” He motioned for me to calm down. “What are you talking about?”“No,” I nodded firmly. “You won't play this dumb with me. You knew she was on Matthew's business and your hands are fucking dirty.”He shrugged an ‘okay’.“Now, she wants to talk and is scared too, like her life is threatened.” I yapped and put the phone in his face but I wasn't stable enough, so he couldn't read the text. “How am I supposed to know?” He demanded coldly. “If this is a means to leave the house, you win. You didn't have to be this dramatic.”I choked on a laugh and shook my head. “Pray to your fucking stars, Marco, tha
Elara's POV “How long have you been in love with your boss, Francesca?” My tone was flat. My eyes pinned on the face of the advanced maid. Her fair skin looked quite flushed. A master of her emotions, she swiftly shifted into a curious lady with a hint of anger and irritation. In silence, she drained the tub. “When I speak, woman. You respond.” My jaws clenched. My stomach churned with disgust at her ridiculousness and how she tried to gaslight me. She managed a fake smile that didn't get to her eyes. “I beg your pardon, ma'am.” Her tone was firm. “But I find it rather appalling that you'd think of such.” “Hmm…” I smirked and relaxed in the bath. “That you'd never be worthy of your master's attention, huh?” Her jaws hardened and she covered it with a fake smile. “I rather not speak.”“No,” I stopped her. “That's not for you to decide, woman.” She filled the bath, causing the whoosh of the water to drown her silence. “Your constant need to thwart his effort.” I began. “Onc
Just A Big BabyMarco's POV Red puffy eyes, cheeks stained with tears, sad and soulless expression… ‘Who dares touch my woman?’I was on the balcony, with my eyes pressed on Elara's sad figure. I've seen her go through hell with a smile… this was bad. She carried her little girl on her shoulder and disappeared into the mansion. I dropped my thick mug shot and picked up my phone. The first number I put on the dial was that of the bodyguard. “Start talking.” He was yet to join the others, so he was in the wide, right before my eyes. Fun fact, he was my helpless prey. “Don… I… I have no idea.” My free hand played with the head of my pistol. My index finger rubbed around the mouth. “So, what's your damn use? Tour the world in my car? Walk around like a zombie?” I scoffed. “Everything was fine until she got a text. I couldn't see the content.” He stuttered. “We retraced back to Evelyn's place. I guess they had a fallout.”“Guesses upon guesses.” I sighed. “I bet you don't need you
Elara's POV ‘Who. Are. You!? Elara fucking Saint Clair!... I bet you thought you were smart enough to hide your dirty tracks! Fucking ridiculous bitch! - Evelyn.’Shocked to my bones, I forgot how to breathe for a minute or two. My palms suddenly became sweaty, hands were trembling as I struggled to hold my phone. What the actual fuck?!Thick sweat streamed down my forehead and dripped on my screen and clothes. I knew what the text meant, but I was confused. I thought she would never find out like I had all the time in the world to come clean. Oh, god. “Driver,” I dragged my suddenly stiff ass forward and tapped on the headrest. “Turn the car. Take me back to Evelyn's place.”He looked at me through the rare view mirror as if I were nuts. “We're already home, ma'am.” I could see the Conti estate's driveway barely ten feet away, but I needed to go back, and I also couldn't risk leaving Violet alone at home. “Don't make me repeat myself, Mr.”He slightly bowed in apology and dr
Elara's POV “What did you do to Evelyn?” My tone was cold and flat, but deadly. Marco had a confused face. One of his eyebrows was raised in question. Now, his shorts were already pulled up. “What did you fucking do to her?!” I barked when he didn't give me any response.She was like the only friend left. I wouldn't forgive myself if she was also consumed by my toxic union. “Whoa, easy.” He motioned for me to calm down. “What are you talking about?”“No,” I nodded firmly. “You won't play this dumb with me. You knew she was on Matthew's business and your hands are fucking dirty.”He shrugged an ‘okay’.“Now, she wants to talk and is scared too, like her life is threatened.” I yapped and put the phone in his face but I wasn't stable enough, so he couldn't read the text. “How am I supposed to know?” He demanded coldly. “If this is a means to leave the house, you win. You didn't have to be this dramatic.”I choked on a laugh and shook my head. “Pray to your fucking stars, Marco, tha
Elara's POV ‘Thirty more days with the devil and I finally get my freedom… but I'll play his bride and actually get married to him before the whole world. ORI remain hidden in his castle and forever be his slave…’Each second of the ticking clock grew louder, almost deafening. The more I think about my response, the harder it got. I might have gone public with him a few times, but a legal wedding which would be elaborate, was a very big deal. “I guess you need more time.” Marco's tone had a hint of mockery. Without another word, he picked up his robe that was lying recklessly on the foot of the bed and started walking out of the room. ‘ELARA!!! FUCKING THINK!!!’His back was to me as he flexed his muscles and walked away like a beast. After today, I may never get another opportunity. “Yes!”The words ripped out of my throat before I could even process them. And now that it was out, I watched it cause chaos. Marco stopped. My words hit him harder than he could fathom. I wa
Elara's POV “I want out… This union, when does it end?” The words fell out of my mouth. J didn't bother to do any damage control or try to take them back. I was sitting in bed, naked, and next to Marco, who lay naked as well, with neither of us bothering to cover up. From my side eye, I watched his jaws clench. He went rigid following the unexpected question. Even though he tried not to react, his hardened expression bore rage, pain…, and betrayal. “I thought this meant something at least… I thought you were warming up to me.”I gulped dryly at his response. My heart was too weak to nurse the heartbreak. I couldn't dare imagine what my sudden question was doing to him. His mother's death… me!His non-sister's fall-out and death… me!And one morning, I wanted to end it all. ‘I do… you mean so much to me… you're my world…’Instead, I swallowed my words and looked away. He should never see me tear up. I didn't want him to talk me out of this. It was hard enough. “I'd leave somed
Elara's POV Whip. Blindfold. Cuffs. Collar. Mouth restrain. In a sexy red lingerie that marks the color of danger, I kneel, my hands pressed together, and I stretch it out, ready for my punishment. The bathroom door opened and Marco stepped out. On seeing me, he paused, a shocking delight crossed his dark eyes as he smirked. “Elara, you do realize…”“Take me, master.” I shut him up with my sultry tone. He had starved his dark desires for my sake, it was only proper I feed his demons.I stay upright, push my boobs out just so he could have a good peek. The bra is thin and fucking tiny. It covered only my nipples and areola, leaving my firm white breasts outside in the wild. His smirk broadened. I watched him in delight. Unable to fight his dangerous urge, he bent to run his fingers along the instruments placed on the glass table. First, he took the cuffs and clipped them in place. SMACK!His hand landed squarely on my jaw, causing me to gasp. My brain had yet to register why.
Elara's POV ‘DO NOT ENTER’My eyes locked with the writing on the inner door of his dark room. It was very much visible from this end. “Elara?” He called out, this time, louder, causing me to snap back to him. I turned to give him attention. My hand itched the back of my neck, face was red as if he caught me in the act. “Are you okay?” He asked and bit into his toast. “It seems I've been talking to myself.”I nodded and flashed a smile. “Could you repeat?”I knew I sounded weird, dumb even, but it was the only way to bail myself. I was lost in my head for a moment that I didn't hear anything he said earlier. He paused to study me in scrutiny, then sipped from his coffee mug. Done, he set it down and picked up the disposable napkin to clean up.“Violet's teacher.” He repeated, maybe started all over. “How far have you gone?” Whoa. First, he called her by her name, instead of; your daughter or little monster… or anything just so he wouldn't say her name. And now, he was acting
Elara's POV Evelyn is calling?!With so much skeleton in my cupboard, I grabbed the phone from the top drawer, and instantly pulled away from Marco. I was only a few feet away from him. As expected, he turned to face me but didn't move. His eyes roamed along my body and did all the movements his body didn't. Finally, they rested on my hand. “Is there something I should know?”His bass echoed in the room. His tone was deeper than it was a while ago. I rolled my eyes at him, not giving any response. “You, of all people, should know,” I replied vaguely. It was hell silly if he set the flames and pretended to care. He killed Matthew, and we're still searching for the killer. I didn't want him to know we'd gone to the station, just like I also didn't want Evelyn to know that Marco was the killer. Grabbing the robe by the bed stand, I threw it on me, covering my body. “Excuse me.” I started for the door, eager to pick up the call, but it ended. “Know we've already cleaned the me