[28] ||Arlington Arlington||Morning came after a long night rest. I don't really feel like going to work today, but what can I do?Absolutely nothing!I can easily tell Jamel to ask few days off from Mr Darwin on my behalf or Hardie might be easier, but that will feel weird.And on second note, I'll be bored staying all a lone in this huge mansion with no one to talk to. Jamel doesn't have any worker not even a Butler except Justin, who works at the gate. And the chef, I rarely seen him except the early hours in the morning and late evenings.Ahh, I some times wondered how Jamel survive this huge house every new day in boredom.After minutes of lying helplessly in bed, I sluggishly got up and walked in to bathe room. I finished up with my daily routine and put on a simple yet attractive wears. Who knows if I might get to see Hardie together. He is just like a night burglar who appears with out any notice.I was quick with my dressing, I don't really wear make ups cause I'm not
[29] ||Hardie Morrison|| Since Lincoln said the only way I can get her head over heels with me is by being romantic and trying out new couple's stuff with her. I had to ask for her off permit from work from her boss and he did with out being hesitant. I already arranged for a proper date in Las Vegas for this afternoon and I'm glad every thing will be working out as planned. And since we will be going with a private jet, I was already waiting at the port for her arrival. It would have been better of we take off from my home but It doesn't seem appealing to me. I don't really want her to know much about me since she is just a… ahh, I shouldn't be saying any thing on this. After almost an hour of waiting, Lincoln finally parked and they both hopped down from the car. Her appearance was noticeable as she appeared more prettier in the dressing I ordered for her. Anger was boiling in me as I watched men drooled over her. She is my business and no one else has the right to
[30] ||Arlington Arlington||"Okay, hop on my back." Hardie ordered quite gently as we were about to leave. I wanted to protest but considering the fact that I'm too lazy to stand on my own, I quickly agreed with out second thinking."Wait, let me take off my shoes first." Without waiting for his response, I bent down to pull them off."Count down. On three, two, on..." I didn't wait for him to finish counting as I quickly stood up and hope on him back, I ended on with my right leg bare footed."You are mean, Hardie." I pouted wearing a childish frown, he only shrug with out a reply."Eating more than half the meal on the table, you still weigh very light." Hardie chuckled on our way out of the restaurant. I frowned at his statement and pricked his cheek."If you should continue doing that, I might drop you and let you do the walking yourself." He looks like he is threatening. Well since I don't want to do the walking myself, I decided not to prick him any more."Fine, I won't." I
[31] ||Arlington Arlington||I don't know if it will work but I have to try it out first.I punched in Jamel's digit on my phone and he picked up on the first ring.⬆: Hey Jamel, it's Arlington.⬇: I know, why did you call? I can't remember the last time you give me a call.⬆: I know, just wan' hit you up on something.⬇: What' is it?⬆: I won't be coming home tonight, I'll be...He cut me short. ⬇: Its nothing, you can take as much time as you want. You are an adult now. See you tomorrow, I'm busy for now.With that, he hung up. I sigh in relieve, much more easier than I thought.First, I need to get off this clothing before any thing else.I hissed at my stupid self, this is the only cloth I'm with and I don't think I can sleep with only towel on.I have no other option than put this on after my night bath then. Geez!*Stepping out of the bath room with only towel on, I stood before the dressing table to dry my hair."Hey, are you in there?" Hardie's voice came up after a
[32] ||Gareth Gareth||I stare at the pictures with me, with a dirty grin on my face. I never for once thought she will get attracted to drug dealer and Hardie was the least of them.Some thing doesn't seems right with Hardie chasing after Arlington. Yes, she's pretty or should I say beautiful? No doubt about that, though. But the Arlington I know, is just too Innocent to date a guy with half the personality Hardie possess, Not to talk more of Hardie himself.Interesting, isn't it? Who would ever think she'll get to meet some one like Hardie, huh?This is the perfect opportunity I've been waiting for all my life and would I watch it slip away from my grip? Hell no! Right.Come to think of it, what if Hardie wants to use Arlington to get Jamel? I'm sure there is no two ways about it.But here I am at the verge of turning the table against him. Just in matter of few days, order will be restored.I let out a thrilling laughter yet strong enough to send cold chill down any body's
[33] ||Jess Jesse||My head was banging loudly, I feel next to nothing as I slowly open my eyes. Its not even morning yet, how did I get so much head ache at the middle of the night? Its been long I party or take hard drinks.Maybe a pill or two will do, I tried getting up but its use less."Call the boss, tell him she is awake." I heard a male voice. Am I not suppose to be alone? I look around, the room was partially dark, so I didn't get to see the face of the stranger."Sure, I'll be back in minutes." That was uttered by a different voice and what follows next was the soft bang of the door.The fragrance oozing off this room was different from mine and its appealing, the bed seems to be more comfy compare to mine. I'm suppose to be in my room and not here, even if the aura here seems inviting."Who are you and what am I doing here?" I wanted to yell but my voice could barely escape a whisper."Hey, keep calm and save your questions to your self." The voice was strict and
[34] ||Hardie Morrison||.Vladimir called to remind of the masquerade ball that will be organised by one of these Russian drug lord. I don't have any interest in the ball but I don't also want to be pestered by Vladimir cause he look like he will be on my neck if I don't attend the ball.He also uttered some thing about bringing a bit ch along with me, I was thinking of taking Charlotte with me since she is the only female among my men but on second thought...Why can't I just take Arlington along? Getting her more exposed will be adding to my own benefit, right?Hmm, I guess so. What's next then?Repeat the same procedure as of three days ago? No, it's lame. I should try some thing new then?I know next to nothing about roma nce and I guess Lincoln will be able to lend a helping hand on this.*"What did you say?" I asked the uninterested Lincoln.He stare at me weirdly before uttering his statement. "I'm tired of thinking on your behalf, Hardie. Think for your self."I
[35] ||Arlington Arlington||The room was partially dark with only a single ray from the early morning sun giving the room a dim light.My eyes were pricking ba dly, since I couldn't get a proper sleep all through the night. I haven't seen any one else except the guys who abduct me and dumped me here, disappearing after ward not after beating me up for minutes.The window was way to high for me to climb and the oak door was bolted from the out side, making it harder for me to escape and my hands and feet were tied together with a thick rope.My voice was sour from intense shouting and screaming for help from last night, I didn't know how long I've been here though. Every thing about this place seems scary as the only noise heard was that of the early birds chirping loudly.With the faint scent of rain and leaves, this place should be some where in the bush. I was worried, not only for my self but for Jamel.If I eventually get saved from this dilemma I'm in, some one should
[84]The sun dipped below the horizon as the fiery colours infused the sky above the sky above them, painting the perfect backdrop for the end of an era. As the crimson hues bled into the night, Lincoln couldn't help but admire the scene from the rooftop terrace if Hardie's lavish home.The cool breeze brush past them, bringing forth a scene of melancholy that mirrored the thoughts racing through Lincoln's mind. It was hard to believe that after all the hardship they had faced together, their journey was slowly screeching into a halt.Hardie, in his usual assertive manner, told Lincoln that he did not plan of letting him go anytime soon. Despite anticipation, the words slammed into Lincoln's chest like a brick wall, causing him to struggle for breath.Although, Lincoln had mentally prepared for such a confrontation, the reality was far more difficult to accept. Over the years, the two had become intertwined in a complex net of loyalty and betrayal, blurring the lines of their allianc
[83]"Isn't she the same with her?" I heard her asked all of a sudden, her voice was laced with outmost surprise or maybe shock.I raised my head up to the television's screen, trying to figure out what she was talking about. It was Ms. Roselle, that was her name, Hardie's mom. Why is she on the media all of a sudden? "She's the one, right?" She asked again, this time turning to me. "This is Hardie's mother." "Yeah." I nod in agreement, drawling my words. "I'm sure she is the one, she looks like her and the name too." "Why is she on the screen then?" Charlotte furthered, staring questioningly at me. I frowned at her question, we are both in the same room and she is the one who had informed me about this yet, she is asking me such a question? She's seriously unbelievable! "Were you not the one who just told me about it?" I return her question back to her. "And we are yet to listen to what she might have done." "You are right." She said sounding defeated but I did not really care.
[82] ||•Lincoln Shire•||"Welcome..." The hotel receptionist uttered, wearing a delightful expression as she smiled warmly at us.I'm not the type that smiles but I was kind enough to reciprocate it. Charlotte, on the other hand, just gave her a slight nod with a blank expression on her face. It's obvious that she's too tired for all of this, every thing about her tell it all."Two VIP..." I simply stated but the stare on her face tells otherwise, I need her not to say much before I understand her expression. "We'll just hop for any available rooms left, okay. As far as it's as comfortable as a home, we have no choice to it."She shook her head with an apologetic look on her face. "I'm sorry, Sir..." She muttered, avoiding eye contact with Charlotte and I. "It's just a room left, all other rooms are occupied for the night."Mere looking at Charlotte, she was not comfortable with herself as she scrunched her face tightly in displeasure. "Why...?" She requested with indifference
[81] ||•Lincoln Shire•||The day has been kind of hectic for Charlotte and I, tailing and spying on other lords just to get want we want from them.Well, as usual, Charlotte was used as the bait to get to them. I must commend how much she has done in the nick of time.She made every thing much easier for me since they are things I can do and places I can't penetrate as a male, yeah .Retiring for the day, we decided to lodge the night in one of the suites around till the next day.I would have vouch for a clubhouse instead because there, I would surely meet with new lords but Charlotte had insisted we get a proper night sleep instead.Well, I have no other choice to obliging. We will just find a suitable suite for us after we are done with our drinks. •••"I think I need a break after this." Charlotte muttered before chugging down her last cup of wine. "This is becoming much more challenging than it ever was.""What break —?" I asked with my brows raised in questioni
[80] ||Hardie Morrison||I speed up and in no time, we arrived at the park, the same park I brought her to couple of months ago. It was just few weeks after we met. Arlington was a little bit surprised, well, it reflected on her face."I guess I did not see this coming..." She countered with a soft chuckle after. "Why did you bring us here?"I ignored her question and helped her undo her seat belt. "Come on." I said instead and hopped down from the car.She hopped down immediately after I did before I was able to turn around. "I can always help myself with the door, you should stop worrying over little things." She said as she shut the car's door behind her."Little things also matters, Arling." I told her in reply and hold her hand, and intertwined it with mine. "What did you want?" "I want… that." She pointed at the cotton candy not to far from us, wearing a wide smile on her face. The smile of hers that I did not want to miss, not now or ever.I’ve done so much wrong
[79] ||Hardie Morrison||"Ms. Roselle is coming home with us." Arling suddenly announced which made Hardie stopped in his track."What...?!" I blurted out, almost choking on my own breathe. " think I heard wrong, yeah. What did you say?""What did I say?" She repeated my question with her brows deeply creased. "I said; Ms. Roselle would be coming with us, did I say some thing awful?"These days, ever since this fóxy human suddenly introduced herself to you, I see you enjoy getting on my nerves...” those were the words I wanted to reply her with but said some thing else instead.I know and I'm sure of it, this fóxy human is trying to cause a rift between Arlington and I the same way she did to Amelia and other people too.But then, I would never give in to such cheap plan she drafted. I'll just have to pretend I never heard Arling speaks about her or made mention of her name."Aren’t you tired of staying here?" I asked, diverting the topic else where. "You’ve been in the ho
[78] ||Ms. Roselle||There are so many things to regret but I don't think I have a reason to regret any of them, except of course, if I lose access to them.Yeah! That would be my only regret!How do I regret my source of income and wealth? Because I smug in drugs? Or because I'm an old stripper and a s3x worker? Probably because I rob dignitaries off their wealth?I've done and indulged myself in so many shits and dirty works and I'm glad I did, if not, how do I gather so much wealth in the nick of time?But of course, I do have one regret! It's hurts me and I'm suppose it's never too late to rectify it!No taming Hardie when I have the chance to was my only regret! I couldn't hold in the pain I felt seeing him succeed in his own games and outsmarting other drug lords in the game.Most time, I do wonder how he was able to attain such height at a very young age. He used to be the gentle type who barely talks or socialize himself with others, how did he turn out to be the b
[77] ||Hardie Morrison||It was hard to convince Arlington about the babies being alive, she felt we were lying about them to have want her to go home with out thinking of seeing the babies.For this, I have to asked the doctor if it was okay and safe to visit just for the air to be clear and he gladly permits with out blinking an eyelid about it."They are much stronger than they were in the last few days and out of danger too." He told me. "They are recovering faster already, it safe to visit them."Due to the babies being conceived earlier than they were supposed, one of them was too weak and barely look like she was going to survive as of when they were birthed.The impact from Arlington's fall made her weak and having almost near de@th experience. Thankfully, she turned out to be a strong survivor and did not d¡e and the other baby was safe too.I couldn't just imagine how hard it will be on Arlington to hear about one of the babies not surviving. She will definitel
[76] ||Hardie Morrison||The weather temperature today was cold but not that very cold. That doesn't matter, what matters is Arlington would be discharged any time from now since I already signed documents for her to be discharged."Please, keep her under close watch and make sure she doesn't go under pressure. She should be stress free too and nothing should threaten her health status too." The doctor advised as he scribbled down things on a pad. "She is still prone to shock and I'm sure you won't want her to go in to coma again.""Why will I? I won't be foolish to repeat such mistake again." I muttered in response. I don't want her mom to take her far away from me, I won't be able to stand the pain that would come after it."Here are the drugs she will be using..." The doctor handed the scribbled piece for me, not after explaining each benefit of the scribbled drugs and how she's suppose to use them."When is she gon' be discharged?" Min hung was the first to asked immediat