“Enjoy the party, Emma…”Henry whispered in Emma’s ear as he let go of her hand and went away to deal with his business.Emma looked around the crowded place which was filled with all unfamiliar faces.She found a corner and sat there watching everyone blankly, being imprisoned for a whole week, Emma felt like her brain got numb.Now sitting around the chattering people, she felt normal and alive, again.Her tears have also dried from the continuous mourning of Jacob’s loss. Hence, now she should try to save those who were left behind.Emma was deeply lost in her thoughts when her attention was taken away by a pair of young girls, they were dancing together happily, young, energetic, and mischievous.Both looked protective of each other and caring too.Emma’s heart tightened when their appearance reminded her of Emma’s old days with her best friend Marcella, she wondered why Marcella had agreed to marry Henry.But whatever the reason was, she had to warn her about Henry’s real identit
Outside of the college, Lilian was chatting with one of her friends when she spotted a familiar figure leaning on the car.Just one look from him was enough to give her goosebumps all over her body.She swallowed nervously and then sent her friend away. Cautiously, she walked to the car and got in.CLICKBoth people stayed quiet and the tension started to brew in the wind.Lilian opened her mouth but she didn’t know what to say hence she closed it again.“You shouldn’t have given her your phone…” Henry broke the silence and Lilian squirmed in her place.“I didn’t know her intentions…” Lilian spoke the truth and Henry already knew it but still, he needed an explanation from her.“I have brought you a new phone with a new sim card…” Henry informed making Lilian's eyes wide from surprise, she felt warm from his concern.But she didn’t know that the reason for doing this wasn't near to Henry's concern but just to keep her away from Marcella, after all, he can’t let Marcella know what kind
“What is your name?”Shoving away the camera to one of his men, Henry stepped straight toward the detective who was tied to the chair and was terrified by Henry’s power.“Uhmm.. Brook Lance… My name is Brook…” The man stuttered frightened.“Brook, do you love your life?” Henry questioned, his hand pressed on one of his shoulders giving him a fair idea of his strength.“Yes…” Brook looked at him in desperation.“So then, you’ll do what I say… And I’ll grant you your life back…``Henry spoke viciously and instantly Brook nodded his head even when he had no idea what he wanted from him.“Take those pictures to Marcella, but hide my address from her…” Henry spoke and Brook immediately nodded his head in agreement.“I’ll do whatever you say, Sir… Please, let me go…”Henry stepped away satisfied with his fear and obedience.“Let him go.”He ordered his men and then walked inside the villa, and back to Emma.He noticed the maid walking to Emma’s room with the tray of food and he stopped her.
Henry opened his mouth to ask Emma about her health, but he remained quiet when he noticed her ignoring Henry all the flight.The only reason for him to bring Emma with him during her bad state of health was that he has no trust in his father, Brayn Cooper.He was afraid that once he will distance Emma from him and leave her alone.The next moment, his father would attack Emma and hurt her.He can't let anyone hurt her except for him.He remained at his place, his gaze on Emma.But whenever Emma moved he would always avert his eyes not letting her see his concern.Because deep down he knew she would only be disgusted by his concern and not happy at all.When they reached the hotel in Mexico, Henry’s guard was already there to receive him.Leon looked surprised to see Emma accompanying his boss.He has heard how Emma tried to kill Henry and was even partially successful but then Henry was rescued by Bradley failing Emma’s efforts completely.“Sir, the men are already in the conference
SPAIN :Emma was still not sure of Henry’s words until the plane landed in Spain and the pilot announced their arrival.Henry could see the disbelief on her face but remained quiet.He could be nice to Emma, and this will take her some time to accept.At The Airport, the car was already waiting for Henry, he guided Emma towards it and soon, the driver drove them away to an unknown location.Emma looked around confused, this route wasn’t near her home, so then where Henry is taking her?The doubt which was repressed in her heart started to rise again.Seeing her face turning paler, and her eyes getting anxious with worry, Henry put her heart at ease, “Jacob has changed his home, after the incident.”Henry brought her out of her misery and she nodded at him with a grateful look.SCREECHSoon, the car stopped and Emma looked around the place cautiously, it was a residential place with many buildings.Which means Jacob has shifted into an apartment now.Emma shrugged, he always loved that
STATEN LAND :“Ignoring the food, or hiding in your room like this won’t make you feel better, Emma…”Emma was lying with her face covered fully when she heard the cold familiar voice and gave her back to the person in annoyance.Henry sighed at her childish behavior, it’s been three days since they returned from Spain, but Emma seemed to be stuck in her past completely.Surprisingly, this time, it didn’t make him angry but worried for Emma.Henry pulled down her blanket and forced her to look at him while holding her arms and pulling her gently into his arms.When Emma’s head leaned on his chest, he realized that she had been crying silently.He looked down sensing the wetness on his shirt and soon Emma’s sniffing sound came confirming it.“I told you, he has forgotten you, Emma…” Henry wanted to comfort her, but he couldn’t find the right words.Unknowingly, he said the words which hurt Emma the most.Her fingers clutched his shirt tightly and she continued sobbing.Henry didn’t say
“I won’t let anyone harm you, Emma…”Noticing the fear on her face, Henry assured her.Emma’s trance broke and she looked at him with blank face.Seeing Emma has returned her attention to him, Henry continued, “My father’s business is spread all over the world, and David was too naive to understand his illegal business…My father was satisfied with my illegal background because he knew I could handle it way more better than David.”“So, he took you in because you are beneficial for him?” Emma looked at him completely stunned.How could a father keep his son only for his benefit?Henry nodded his head with a bitter face.For a slight moment, Emma felt sympathetic to him. She could see how lonely he is in this whole world.And maybe that’s the reason he never cared for any relationship, and always forced himself on her.“That must be difficult for you.” Emma’s words were filled with sympathy and it gave Henry a rage.He never wanted anyone’s sympathy in his life, especially not from Emm
Drowsily, Emma opened her eyes, they were still heavy and painful.She looked around trying to make out where she was at the moment. It was clear from the huge space around her that she wasn't in the car anymore.So then where is she?The air was warm around her, absent of breeze. Emma moved her arms and realized that they were stretched up and locked.Something holds firm around her wrist making it unable for her to move.A rattling to her right took her attention and she turned in that direction to find the same evil man standing with an evil grin.“Time to wake up, Princess…” He said maliciously.Emma’s skin pricked, and goosebumps started to form on her flesh.“Let me go…” With utter difficulty, Emma tried to speak.If that man is Henry’s enemy, they both could fight against him.She could offer him help.But the man in front of her didn't look like Henry’s enemy nor did he desire to take revenge on him, he looked rather different.Emma closed her eyes briefly trying to remember t