CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED -SEVENTEEN*For the first time in her life, she heard his voice waver*"Janice!!!! Wake up, please!!! Are you okay?! Damn it! " the fainted pained voice registered in the recess of her head but she was not exactly in the physical realm or the present so where is the voice coming from?It was as if it was she was drowning, floating aimlessly in the deepest depth of the ocean just like the last time she nearly survived a horse fall.Why does this voice sound familiar?Will Drake save her just like the last time?"Drake I need you..." she said internally but a voice replied almost instantly in elated relief."I'm here !!! You are safe now. C'mon, let go the police are already here." The familiar voice said again. And this time she can hear it even louder and clearer.Her nose tingled as the familiar scent of him wafted through her nose, heightening her senses.A gentle hand brushed the tears trickling down her face. The sudden gentle familiar touch made her toes curl
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED -EIGHTEEN*....even to the point of turning against her own father for his sake*"I failed as your bodyguard Janice. If your father finds out about this, then it is over for me." Drake said in a low tone as he locked his ocean-blue eyes and turned dark with emotion.She inhaled sharply, mesmerized by the enchanting colour of his eyes and how close they were to hers.He arched a confusing brow at her silence.In an attempt to gather herself, she quickly cleared her throat and forced a tight-lipped smile at him.Being her usual sober and grim self she thought to herself.Drake is right. She knows her father so freaking well. He will never let this slide if he happens to find out that his own daughter and only child narrowly escaped being raped by a bunch of South African men.He would definitely bar her from stepping foot outside again without a convoy of security personnel.She heaved out a deep sigh of relief at the thought that she narrowly escaped being traumatiz
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED-NINETEEN *The earlier they get out of here, the better*The police officer duffed his cap with a smile on his face."I believe you must be Miss Janice Jordan right?" He inquired.Janice parted her mouth to respond but Drake abruptly cut her off."Yes, and May I stand on the correction that she is not to be referred to as the 'Victim' she is no victim of rap..." He paused and quickly shot her an apologetic look.Hell no way he would say that vile word "Rape" . He made it after all. Thankfully, she was not raped. So it is unfair to refer to her as the 'victim 'The officer apologized profusely."My sincere apologies, Miss Janice. It was never my intention to degrade you or stir up such horrid event." Janice held up her hand and smiled at her."It's alright officer. The good thing is that you all made out on time for me and I am grateful for your speedy response .""Well, you should thank your er... travel tour guide. I believe her name is er..." He scrunched up
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED -TWENTY *What suddenly changed?*After further questioning by the police officers at the behest of Drake and then, Nana came almost immediately to pick them up and dropped the off at the hotel.They drove to the hotel in silence. No one wants to relieve the horrid event of that day. They arrived at the hotel around a quarter past eleven pm.Nana saw them off to the hotel lobby.She cleared her throat and offered Janice a rueful smile."Janice, I am so sorry what happened to you. I can't imagine what you are feeling inside right now. And I-""You warned me, Nana but I was adamant. So there's no need for you to apologize." Janice cut her off with a tight-lipped smile of shame.It was her fault anyway. Nana did the best she could as her travel tour Agent, she already warned her of the adversity that she might face if she had ventured outside of the beach at that time and she had smartly suggested that she remained calm until Drake arrives but she was insistent and h
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED-TWENTY-ONE*He is the only one capable of filling up the void inside of her*"I'm gonna take a quick shower," Janice announced in a hushed tone as she tossed her bag on the couch and proceeded to the bathroom.Drake quirked an eyebrow at her dubiously."Aren't you hungry? I'm about to order. What do you wanna eat?"She halted and sagged her shoulders and turned around slowly."I'm not exactly hungry. What I need now is a hot bath and I'm gonna be okay." She forced a smile."No." He said in a clipped tone and took a long stride towards her.Her jaw stiffened as he approached.She gulped as the churning in her stomach started again."The last time I checked, we couldn't even eat at the restaurant because of your sudden disappearance. Everyone was on edge." He rasped, piercing his unwavering gaze at her.She shifted relentlessly on her feet."Well, you can't force me to eat can you?" she said tipping her chin at him.He chuckled and drew closer. She could feel the hot
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED -TWENTY-TWO *The mission is to unravel the mysteries of this man...*"I'm ready whenever you are." She coaxed as she massaged his bulge with adept skill all the while looking at him lecherously.He grunted and grabbed her neck."You are treading on dangerous waters, love." He whispered, nuzzling her ear.She chuckled in satisfaction, licking her lips."Hmmm..." Janice cooed, fixing her sex-thirst desire on his luscious lips.She bit her bottom lip furiously as the only thought that flooded through her mind was just to press her lips against his, sucking, biting, and plunging deeper, till she reaches his soul.If that is realistic though....but she could care less as the only thoughts running endlessly through her mind right now were to ravage his entire body and kiss every inch of his well-sculptured body.Arghh!!!! She is dying if he keeps her waiting any longer!Her body desperately yearns for this man!!! What the hell is wrong with her ?!She just barely esca
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED-TWENTY-THREE*It was as if he was a changed man!*"Hmmm, something smells good!" Janice cooed as she padded to the room clad in her towel. Her damp blonde hair cascaded down her young shoulders, making her look sexy and hot.Drake couldn't get his eyes off her. His lips were slightly agape as he leered at her like she was a juicy steak and he hadn’t eaten in days.The corner of her life curved up in a smug lop-sided grin as she caught him ogling at her.She cleared her throat, trying to win his attention back to her.He wheezed as he shook his head in awe.His adam's apple bobbed as his eyes stubbornly drift to the V-neck of her robe where the swell of her breast heaved in a steady motion.Damn! He curse internally as he felt the bulge of his hardened cock straining in his pants again.He quickly cleared his throat and flashed her a toothy smile."Took you long enough to round off in there. What took you so long anyways? Having labour?" his lips curled up teasingl
CHAPTER TWO HUNDRED -TWENTY-FOUR*Act normal!*"Hey Dad.....", She said weakly."Hey, Sweetie! How are you doing ?!" his voice was quite enthusiastic for such an odd hour.Furrowing her brows in suspicion, she replied."I'm doing great!" she feigned excitement."I'm glad to hear that! So how has South Africa been so far with you since you arrived?" "Splendid! " she replied A tense Silence lingered in the air.Then after a brief moment that seemed like an eternity to Janice, he finally said,"Are you sure?" he quizzed abruptly unnerving her.Where is this question coming from? Why is her father suddenly asking her that? Is he suspecting anything?Or perhaps she is merely overthinking things.Calm your tits down Janice. You are probably overthinking things again.She gulped."Yes! Why?" she sputtered slightly, silently hoping that he didn't pick that off.She inhaled deeply, holding her breath for his next response."Okay...", she said flatly. "I'm sorry I'm calling late but I had a
*To forever and beyond…*The day of the trial had arrived, and it felt as though the world held its breath. The courtroom was filled with journalists, spectators, and photographers positioned on all corners of the courtroom doors waiting. They were all here for the same purpose: the moment the world would witness as justice decided the fate of Mr. Jordan. In other words, the downfall of the Jordans.The courtroom was so unnervingly quiet that you could hear a pin drop as every creak of a bench and every rustle of paper lingered in the tense air.Janice Jordan sat at the front with Finn beside her. Her uncle came with some family members and they sat behind the pew. Janice’s hands trembled in her lap, fingers clasped so tightly together that her knuckles turned white. She glanced at Finn beside her, his jaw set, gaze fixed on the judge as if nothing else existed. This was heavy for him especially but at last he would witness the final judgment and hopefully get the justice his late f
*He had to bear the consequences of his actions.*Janice sat in an uneasy silence, staring out the window as the news sank in, each word settling into her mind like stones dropped into water.She could hardly believe her ears. Her father has been arrested?! This was the first time such news would reach her ears. The mighty Jordan was arrested?!"Janice? This isn't the time to space out!" Finn's voice yanked her out of her reverie. She blinked repeatedly as her brain was still processing this whole unexpected turn out of events. She gulped. "What's going to happen to him, I-I don't even know what to say. He's the only family I've got, Finn," her words barely squeak out of her lips."Unfortunately, it may be nothing good, Janice. This is the moment of truth, and justice must not only be done but it must be seen to be done." A cold shiver pricked against her skin like goosebumps. As much as she tried to ignore it, it was the hard truth. Her father had done horrible things in the pa
*Was this the end of the line for the mighty Jordan family?* "Janice, I'm so sorry you had to go through this alone, " Finn said, pulling her towards him for a long hug as he stroked her hair. Janice broke into tears, sobbing as her body shook with the weight of losing a child, a part of her that she wasn't fortunate to bring into the world. She sniffed and muffled against his chest, "I didn't mean to hide this from you, Finn. This is shocking news to me as well." "It's alright, sweetheart." He said gently as he continued to stroke her hair. Then he broke the embrace and cradled her wet face in his hand, forcing her to look at him. "Look at me, Janice," he wiped her tears with his thumb. His heart tightened seeing her like this. "I promise I will wipe the tears off your face. We can always make another one." She momentarily stopped crying and looked at him wide-eyed. "You didn't even ask if that child is yours, Finn." He chuckled and shook his head. "I didn't
Chapter Three Hundred and Thirty*The unexpected and Sad Revelation*Finn's (once Drake but will be called his real name henceforth)hammered as he paced the narrow room with the burner phone clutched tightly in his right hand and his left hand frantically raking through his sandy brown hair.Every creak of the floor, every rustle outside the window, seemed like it could be Fergus’s men clawing closer.They were running out of time.With the government closing in and Fergus’s rage nearly tangible, Finn knew their only chance was to reach out to someone who could help them disappear. His father’s old friend, Yamato—a man, both feared and revered, a former militant from Japan who had once pledged his loyalty to the family.Yamato listened in silence, his deep breaths echoing through the line. Then, without a word of question or reprimand, he simply said, “Be ready. I will take care of the arrangements.”A wave of relief coursed through Finn's body at once. His father had been right af
Chapter Three Hundred Twenty-Nine*My real name is Finn Orwells and not Drake Hughen.*He knew of one place Fergus wouldn't dare to look.The drive to his special hideout was unbearable, long, and tedious. It was a rocky path in the thick of the forest but close to a river bank. He usually came here when he needed some privacy from the Jordans and planned his next revenge move. But right now, the reverse was the case. How ironic did things turn out to be? He was literally bringing his arch enemy's daughter to his secret hideout, away from the hawk eyes of his evil brother-the person he was supposed to be working alongside.Well, things had changed. Maybe he had changed, too.But right now... he had a purpose.He glanced at the passenger's seat, where Janice was sitting quietly. Apparently, she was still shaken by everything that had unfolded. Poor woman... He had to protect her even from his own family.I'm so sorry, Mother....but I think I broke the rule.He gulped. I had fallen
*At any rate, he must save Janice.*The heel of his boots pounding in her stomach sent her to the floor, retching and wheezing with her heart in her throat, threatening to explode. A crushing pain seared through her chest. She sprawled on the ground, with her eyes shut tight, gasping for air desperately. The blindfold was restricting her vision, so she couldn't see who it was, but she could feel the extreme coldness exuding from his presence. "Let's try again, shall we, darling. And this time I won't go easy on you. I suggest you answer my questions if you want to leave here in one piece and see your asshole of a father!" the menacing raspy voice roared across the empty room. The man cocked his head to the two huge guys in black and at once they heaved her roughly to the chair and tied her hands and legs to the chair. The sound of the cocked gun jolted a shiver down her spine. He took long strides towards her and trailed the gun around her exposed chest, her buttons had come undon
*He must save Janice no matter what!*"What do you mean you haven't seen her?!" Mr Jordan bellowed through the phone, his hands trembling badly."You need to calm down, Mr Jordan. Remember, this is bad for your health. I will be at the shortly. " Matt spoke as calmly as possible through the phone."Calm down? What if something happened to her, Matt?! You were supposed to take care of her and now..." He paused, taking a sharp breath as he rubbed his temples frantically to ease the tension building up inside of me.Where on earth was his precious daughter? What could have happened to her?"Please, exercise some patience, Mr Jordan, while I wait for the construction team to help me remove my door. As I explained to you, Janice just stormed out of the house and locked me inside because she took the remote with her. She must have been in a hurry or something. I think maybe she's at her best friend's house, Hannah."Mr Jordan's eyes lit up.That may be true....who else will Janice be wi
She was super excited and relieved to see Drake coming to her rescue. Tears of relief etched at the corner of her eyes. He came for her! He must have sensed that I was in danger! But how did he know where to find me....? She pondered silently as she arched a brow at him curiously. "Drake! How did you know that I'm here?" She quizzed.He shrugged, winking at her."I just know, Janice. Now come one before Matt comes out!" He urged, waving her over.Her heart jumped at the mention of Matt. That monster! She never wants to be around him ever again! For now, she has been rescued, and she can safely go home and put this whole marriage behind her.Luckily, she has the videotape as evidence to nail Matt on the cross and call off the engagement. She rushed to the car and opened the passenger's door in the front seat and settled on it, jamming the shut quickly.For now, she will have to ask questions later."You good, Janice? I hope he didn't hurt you in there?" Drake asked, although his
*...if it wasn't Drake, then I would rather not love at all.* Damn it! Matt found out already? How did he even know about this? I thought he wasn't aware of it. What do you mean, Janice? Of course, Matt had been watching you non-stop! Only a fool wouldn't be aware of the deep connection that exists between you and Drake. At this point, I wouldn't even be surprised if the maids knew as well. The voice in her head taunted her. She bit her bottom lip frantically, trying to rein in the turbulent thoughts writhing inside of her head. She had to act cool and unbothered. Pretend as if you didn't know what he was saying, Janice. Act cool and get the hell out of here! The voice rang inside my head again like a Belfry. She sucked in several deep breaths and looked up at Matt intently, a smirk curling up her lips. "I have no idea what's you babbling about, Matt," she snapped, feigning ignorance. Matt scoffed, shaking his head. "Stop lying, Janice. It's too obvious! I'm not a