KIARA'S POV Months later...It felt as if I had been robbed of my breath as I saw the man I loved most being rushed to the hospital in a state that I could never imagine. My heart flipped, and then tears came. I gathered all of my strength as I ran down the stairs towards him. He should live! I wanted him so desperately to live, even though we are not together anymore.I knew he would be mad at me for running in my current state. heavily loaded with a five-month pregnancy. I held the stair rod and ran down, also being careful not to fall. "What happened to him?" Will he be okay? I asked, running after one of the nurses. She managed to spare a glance at me and then continued with his rush to the emergency room. I saw Caleb; he was walking up and down at a panicked pace. I wanted to ask him, but I was not sure if he would be able to listen to me. He had pleaded for me to get back with Mateo, claiming that his life and happiness depended on it, but I won't listen to that shit. He was
"Caleb?.. how the hell did you escape?" I asked. staring at the owner of the car."It doesn't matter." Someone called the policemen on purpose. It was to frame us all, or rather, get us all. "Who could that possibly be?" I asked. I was done panting and am now relaxed. This was obviously the first time I have had this kind of run in my life ever since I have lived. "And who owns this old excuse car?" I asked, and I was also curious to know how he got away and when he started to drive his own car. Fine he has a car of his own but this.... This is supposed to be a 1990 model. "Ehmm...robed it. I couldn't hesitate to take it away from the old man, not that I really wanted to hurt him. "What did you just do?" You actually took that from an old man when I have warned you nit to hurt any innocent person even if it's on my name. I wouldn't accept it. I couldn't contain my anger. Ever since Kiara's grandmother's death, I have added both old men and women to the list of people I can never ha
Mateo's pov.I couldn't believe what I was doing. Here I was, following this woman down the street, trying to get a sense of where she lived. I knew it was wrong, but I couldn't help myself. I had to know where she lived, I needed to do that.As she walked down the street, I followed behind her, trying to stay hidden in the shadows. I knew it was crazy, but I couldn't help myself. I needed to know where she lived.Finally, after what felt like an eternity, she turned onto a quiet residential street and walked up to a cozy-looking bungalow. She unlocked the front door and disappeared inside, leaving me standing on the sidewalk, staring at the house.I stood there for a moment, trying to process what I had just seen. I knew that I should just turn around and go home, but something kept me rooted to the spot. I couldn't tear my eyes away from the house. It wasn't as fascinated as I thought it would be. Finally, with a sigh, I turned and walked away. I knew that I had crossed a line, and
Kiara's pov "So girls, are you ready?" This is going to be your first time out of the country, and I hope you won't feel nervous. I actually know you will. It's your first time out of the country for a model shoot, and in your poor minds you'd be contemplating whether you actually deserve the opportunity or not, but less be assured that not even I should know that you're even a bit nervous. The girls nodded. I could see the grin on their cheeks. "And again, we are going with my manager, Mr. Daniel," I concluded. The girls smirked, like I expected. It was obvious that they all had crushes on Mr. Daniel, but that was not out of the blue. He was very handsome, and his kindness added to his special stature and look. I know that Daniel wouldn't go through much if he actually wanted to sleep with any of them or all of them, but he wasn't that kind. I could refer to him as a chaste man. He is so chaste that not even a girlfriend stays by his side, and he has never talked about an ex-girlf
KIARA'S POVAs I walked onto the plane, my stomach filled with a mixture of excitement and nerves. No one knows I have been there; no one knows I grew up there. I dreaded one thing throughout the planning process. I never wanted to meet him. cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval different from who I was two years ago. Let's say I am now Tiana. cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval cheval chevalI glanced over at my students, all of them looking a bit overwhelmed as they took in their surroundings. I couldn't blame them—this was their fi
Kiara's povJerking up from my sleep, I could hear the cry of my little boy sending me into a frenzy. Awakening from a deep sleep was never a happy time. But they say that a mother should sacrifice her sleep for the sake of her baby. I sat up in bed, trying to shake the fog of sleep from my brain as I reached for my phone to check the time. It was just after midnight. I sighed and swung my legs over the side of the bed, rubbing my eyes as I tried to clear the cobwebs from my head.I made my way to the nursery, my feet padding softly against the carpeted floor. As I approached the crib, I could see my little boy thrashing about, his face scrunched up in distress. My heart ached at the sight of him, and I quickly scooped him up into my arms, cradling him close."It's okay, sweetheart," I whispered, rubbing his back gently. "Mama's here. Everything's going to be okay."He wailed louder, his tiny fists flailing against my chest. I could feel his warmth and the wetness of his tears against
KIARA'S POVThe whole memory reminded me of someone else. I only imagined kissing Mateo right now, and that's unfortunately what I wanted. Daniel continued until he almost had me on the bed. I felt his weight on me, but I had to stop him, no matter how hard it became. My body is electrified already, and I yawn for more. "Stop," I muttered, but it seems I was moaning. My voice wasn't loud enough, so I had to say it one more time."Stop, please, Daniel," I said, pushing him away this time. "Oh, I... I... Am so sorry. "I might have gone too far." He stuttered and immediately jumped up from the bed, looking away from me. "There is nothing to apologize for," I lied. Although it was definitely his doing, I didn't ask for it, and he never requested my permission, but I still do not want him to carry on with the guilt. What kind of employee kisses her boss? I guess Kiara's kind. First there was Mateo, and now there is him?He stood up from the bed, wore his slippers, and headed towards the
KIARA'S POVThe whole memory reminded me of someone else. I only imagined kissing Mateo right now, and that's unfortunately what I wanted. Daniel continued until he almost had me on the bed. I felt his weight on me, but I had to stop him, no matter how hard it became. My body is electrified already, and I yawn for more. "Stop," I muttered, but it seems I was moaning. My voice wasn't loud enough, so I had to say it one more time."Stop, please, Daniel," I said, pushing him away this time. "Oh, I... I... Am so sorry. "I might have gone too far." He stuttered and immediately jumped up from the bed, looking away from me. "There is nothing to apologize for," I lied. Although it was definitely his doing, I didn't ask for it, and he never requested my permission, but I still do not want him to carry on with the guilt. What kind of employee kisses her boss? I guess Kiara's kind. First there was Mateo, and now there is him?He stood up from the bed, wore his slippers, and headed towards the
A YEAR LATER."Luna Kiara," I heard my name being called. It had to take me a while, as usual, to realize that I was the one being referred to. I stood up to answer my husband, Alpha Mateo."Where are the boys, my laun?" He asked with a very worried face. "Dan has gone to school, and Rhett is busy sleeping in the house." I explained.He nodded and went in to confirm that Rhett was still there. "I'd call Dan's teacher to make sure that he is in school." "You know children of these days," Mateo said with a faint smile."You should also worry about your people this way, my Alpha." Dan is okay, as is Rhett. "Grandma wants them," "Yes," Mateo nodded. It's funny how he believes that anytime his mother seeks out her grandchildren, they might not be entirely safe. Soon enough, Dan returned from school and met his father and me at the palace entrance. With my wide arms opened to hug him, he ran to wrap himself around his father. A sting of jealousy struck me. I raised him, but he seems to
MATEO'S POVI woke up to the sound of my alarm blaring, jolting me out of a deep sleep. I rubbed my eyes and looked at the clock, realizing I had overslept by 20 minutes. I jumped out of bed and rushed to the bathroom, quickly brushing my teeth and washing my face. I barely had time to splash some water on my face to wake myself up.I ran to my closet, grabbing the first outfit I saw and quickly getting dressed. I rushed to the kitchen to make a quick cup of coffee, but the coffee machine was on the fritz. Frustrated, I chugged a glass of water and grabbed a piece of toast on my way out the door. I slept well in my old house. Very fancy, but clearly I knew it was for me. I thought about what Jim's father said. If any of my men get to see me, I might have to spend the rest of my life in prison. I sprinted to my car, praying it would start on the first try. Luckily, it did, and I was on my way to work. It doesn't really work, but I guess that's what people call it. I have to get my vis
Mateo's povThe day of the hit had finally arrived. I was dressed in all black, my face concealed by a mask. I was ready to carry out my plan to take down Jim's father once and for all.I made my way to the building where he was holed up. My heart was so willing and confident. I was nervous, but I was also determined. I was a mafia man, and I wouldn't be defeated.I entered the building quietly, my footsteps muffled by the thick carpet. I was moving stealthily, like a predator hunting its prey. I was going to take him by surprise, and he wouldn't know what hit him.I crept down the hall, my hand on my weapon, ready to use it if I needed to. I was getting closer; I could feel it. I was almost there.And then I heard a noise. It was the sound of footsteps coming from around the corner. I froze.. Had I been discovered? Was my plan about to be foiled? Those asses, I hope they weren't shitheads. If not, I will strangle them myself. I took a deep breath and stepped around the corner, my pi
MATEO'S POVThe day of the hit had finally arrived. I was dressed in all black, my face concealed by a mask. I was ready to carry out my plan to take down Jim's father once and for all.I made my way to the building where he was holed up. My heart was so willing and confident. I was nervous, but I was also determined. I was a mafia man, and I wouldn't be defeated.I entered the building quietly, my footsteps muffled by the thick carpet. I was moving stealthily, like a predator hunting its prey. I was going to take him by surprise, and he wouldn't know what hit him.I crept down the hall, my hand on my weapon, ready to use it if I needed to. I was getting closer; I could feel it. I was almost there.And then I heard a noise. It was the sound of footsteps coming from around the corner. I froze.. Had I been discovered? Was my plan about to be foiled? Those asses, I hope they weren't shitheads. If not, I will strangle them myself. I took a deep breath and stepped around the corner, my pi
MATEO'S POV"I do not appreciate it when people eavesdrop on my conversation." Miss. I hope you are ready to face the consequences if you ever disclose anything you heard to anyone. " I warned a lady whom I noticed has been unconsciously spying on me.Her face flushed with fear as she looked at me like she would break down. Her pupils burst out in fear. She was so terrified."I ...d..idn't hear anything." She stuttered carelessly. Does she really think she could lie to me? Even a fool would know that she was listening.I looked closely to observe her face, but my eyes mistakenly caught her cleavage. Gross!. She wasn't even dressed. She was putting on a very short crop top that revealed her cleavages and a short skirt that shows her straight legs. "Get lost." I said anoyingly. She was ready to scamper for safety, but I stopped her. "I know your face; if you were a snitch, I'd find you and kill you," I warned with a mean face. She ran off as fast as she could. I am so annoyed that I co
Kiara's povI worried the entire time during the ride home. Daniel kept quiet. His gaze was all on the road and me. I desperately wanted to break that icy silence, but what the hell was I going to say? Huh?. The only sound that awakens me is the honking of the cars. "Thank you so much, Daniel," I finally said, looking at him but avoiding eye contact. "For what?" He asked, still focused on the road. He didn't even spare me a glance. "For ehm everything, thank you so much." I don't know what I would have done without your help. "I stuttered helplessly with my finger clenched rightly to my cloth and my other arm holding Dan so tightly."You're welcome," he replied with a wide smile, which faded almost immediately. "About earlier....""Oh, just forget about that already." "I mean, you are now relaxed," he interrupted. as if he read my thoughts and knew exactly what I wanted to say. "Are you in?" In anyway... Uhm mad at me? " I stuttered and immediately made up my mind not to ask any
MATEO'S POVI woke up to the sound of my alarm blaring, jolting me out of a deep sleep. I rubbed my eyes and looked at the clock, realizing I had overslept by 20 minutes. I jumped out of bed and rushed to the bathroom, quickly brushing my teeth and washing my face. I barely had time to splash some water on my face to wake myself up.I ran to my closet, grabbing the first outfit I saw and quickly getting dressed. I rushed to the kitchen to make a quick cup of coffee, but the coffee machine was on the fritz. Frustrated, I chugged a glass of water and grabbed a piece of toast on my way out the door. I slept well in my old house. Very fancy, but clearly I knew it was for me. I thought about what Jim's father said. If any of my men get to see me, I might have to spend the rest of my life in prison. I sprinted to my car, praying it would start on the first try. Luckily, it did, and I was on my way to work. It doesn't really work, but I guess that's what people call it. I have to get my vis
Mateo's povThe day of the hit had finally arrived. I was dressed in all black, my face concealed by a mask. I was ready to carry out my plan to take down Jim's father once and for all.I made my way to the building where he was holed up. My heart was so willing and confident. I was nervous, but I was also determined. I was a mafia man, and I wouldn't be defeated.I entered the building quietly, my footsteps muffled by the thick carpet. I was moving stealthily, like a predator hunting its prey. I was going to take him by surprise, and he wouldn't know what hit him.I crept down the hall, my hand on my weapon, ready to use it if I needed to. I was getting closer; I could feel it. I was almost there.And then I heard a noise. It was the sound of footsteps coming from around the corner. I froze.. Had I been discovered? Was my plan about to be foiled? Those asses, I hope they weren't shitheads. If not, I will strangle them myself. I took a deep breath and stepped around the corner, my pi
MATEO'S POVThe day of the hit had finally arrived. I was dressed in all black, my face concealed by a mask. I was ready to carry out my plan to take down Jim's father once and for all.I made my way to the building where he was holed up. My heart was so willing and confident. I was nervous, but I was also determined. I was a mafia man, and I wouldn't be defeated.I entered the building quietly, my footsteps muffled by the thick carpet. I was moving stealthily, like a predator hunting its prey. I was going to take him by surprise, and he wouldn't know what hit him.I crept down the hall, my hand on my weapon, ready to use it if I needed to. I was getting closer; I could feel it. I was almost there.And then I heard a noise. It was the sound of footsteps coming from around the corner. I froze.. Had I been discovered? Was my plan about to be foiled? Those asses, I hope they weren't shitheads. If not, I will strangle them myself. I took a deep breath and stepped around the corner, my pi