Christine was so excited to go to her boyfriend's place. After all, it was a Saturday and she didn't have to work. She lived with her best friend Jeanette, who worked as a salesgirl in a shopping mall. Christine, on the other hand, ran a small flower shop. She stood in front of the mirror, trying to make herself look beautiful for Duncan, her boyfriend. They had been dating for five months, which had been the best months of her life. She loved him so much and wasn't ready to lose him. She had experienced several broken relationships in the past, but she felt like she had finally found the right man. As she sat down in front of her dressing mirror to apply her makeup, she heard her name being called by Jeanette."Christine!" her crazy best friend screamed. "I finally got passes to Barricade Club, and I got one for you too!" she exclaimed excitedly."I'm not interested," Christine replied."But why? Let's just go tonight, please," Jeanette begged."I said I'm not interested. Besides, I
Reyes entered the club, rubbing his head in frustration. He sat on a barstool and ordered a bottle of whiskey to clear his mind. How could his own brother treat him this way? And now he had nowhere to go.FLASHBACK"Get out of here now, you murderer!" His brother Logan shouted. "Logan, how could I kill your wife, your mate? I would never do such a thing. Why do you hate me so much?" Reyes yelled angrily at him."So you still have the mouth to talk. Father, do something about this. You can't let him go unpunished," Logan said."Father, you know I'm innocent," Reyes said, turning to plead with his father. "I'm going to be the alpha in a few days. Why would I kill my brother's wife?" he said sadly."I'm sorry, Reyes, but all the evidence points to you. You are hereby banished from this pack," his father said."No, father, you can't do this to me. I didn't kill her, I swear," Reyes begged earnestly."Drag him out and make sure he never sets foot in this place again," Logan said with a smi
Reyes was taken aback by the unexpected kiss from the woman. In that moment, his determination wavered, and he found himself unable to resist her advances.He was going to sleep with her for the night. Once it was morning, he was going to put her out of his mind and thoughts."I could make it all disappear," he whispered darkly, pressing himself against her. He watched with satisfaction as a glassy look overcame her eyes, indicating her surrender to his touch.If she wanted sex, he was more than willing to give her exactly that."Yes, please," she mumbled in response. "How much did it cost for a night?"******Reyes forcefully kicked open the door to the motel room, pulling the woman inside by her arm. Her hazel eyes scanned the room, taking in the surroundings. The woman had been unable to keep her hands off him, her small and slender fingers caressing his chest and neck. She traced her fingers down his Adam's apple, causing him to nearly lose control. He grabbed her waist, lifted he
“Where the hell are you?" Jeanette yelled as soon as Christine stepped into the house.Christine winced at the loudness, holding her head in pain. Her headache intensified, and she felt quite miserable."Why the hell are you yelling?" Christine asked, her voice laced with a hint of exhaustion.She raised a hand to her forehead, gently massaging it.With a sigh, she kicked off her shoes, and carefully placed them on the shoe rack by the door.As she made her way into the living room, Christine's body sank into the plush cushions of the couch, offering a much-needed sanctuary from the outside world. The soft fabric embraced her tired form, providing a sense of comfort that she desperately craved."I couldn't find you, I looked everywhere.”“Christine, where were you?" The voice belonged to a more mature individual, their tone tinged with concern and a touch of frustration.Christine's body tensed up upon hearing her mother's voice."Mom, why are you here?" Christine's voice dripped with
CHRISTINE'S LIVING ROOMSunlight streams through the windows, casting a warm glow on the room. Christine chases after her energetic four year old daughter, Nadia, who giggles and runs around the room. The result of the one night that she had with a stranger five years ago was not so bad after all, having giving birth to a beautiful daughter makes her sooo happy, even though she remembered the troubles she passed through, especially when mother learnt of the pregnancy, it was not so easy for her but now everything has become a memory."Nadia, sweetie, it's time to get ready for school!" Christine shouted for the umpteenth time."Catch me, Mama!" she giggled.Christine finally catches up to Nadia and scoops her up in her arms, both of them laughing."Oh, you little troublemaker! You're growing up so fast," she said, smiling."I don't want to go to school, Mama. Can't we just play?" she said, pouting.Christine smiles warmly, brushing a strand of Nadia's curly hair away from her face."I
Christine stood in front of her mirror, adjusting the collar of her blouse and smoothing down the fabric of her fitted skirt. The soft light of the morning sun filtered through her window. Today was the day she had been looking forward to—her date with Eugene. She had chosen her outfit carefully, wanting to strike the perfect balance between casual and chic. With a final spritz of her favorite perfume, she grabbed her purse and headed out the door.The restaurant was a quaint little tucked away on a quiet street, its outdoor seating adorned with twinkling fairy lights. As Christine arrived, she spotted Eugene waiting for her at a table, his face lighting up with a smile that sent butterflies fluttering in her stomach. He looked handsome in a crisp button-up shirt, his hair slightly tousled in that effortlessly charming way.“Hey, you look amazing!” he said, standing to pull out her chair.“Thanks! You’re not looking too shabby yourself,” she replied, her cheeks warming as she took a s
Reyes sat behind his sleek mahogany desk, the soft hum of the city filtering through the windows of his office. As the owner of one of the largest companies in the USA, he was accustomed to the weight of responsibility that came with his multi-billion-dollar empire.The door swung open, and Sarah stepped in, her heels clicking against the polished floor. Reyes looked up, ready to discuss the quarterly projections, but his attention was immediately drawn to the woman standing beside her, his new secretary, was a striking figure, her auburn hair cascading over her shoulders and her bright hazel eyes sparkling with a mix of confidence and curiosity.Reyes's heart skipped a beat. He recognized her instantly as the woman he had seen at the restaurant the night before. He had found himself captivated by her presence, a feeling that had lingered long after he had left the restaurant.“Mr. Reyes, this is Christine,” Sarah introduced, her voice breaking through his reverie. “She’ll be assistin
Suddenly, Sarah put down another paper. " This is the conversation if you can survive for more than a month." Christine's eyes grew wider." That's enough for my daughter school fees and to also take of my mom. "I would not have to worry if that amount goes into my account every month." Nadia would be enjoying so much and even my Jeanette can benefit from this. "But you have to deal with Mr reyes," Sarah said. " Why do you say so, he seemed so nice," Christine said " Because that is how he is on the first day anyone resumes work, he is very arrogant and annoying." " As long as I can get this pay I don't mind facing him." She replied before Sarah left the office.She sank back into her chair, flip through the documents on her table, and processed some on her laptop, she finished in 3hrs, by the time she looked up, it was already evening, she immediately packed her bags and left the office.She was already driving home, when she remembered Nadia"Oh my God." She immediately turne
"So please will you be mine?" Reyes asked. She looked into his eyes, searching for any sign of insincerity, but all she saw was genuine emotion. "Reyes, I...I need time to think," she said finally, her voice barely above a whisper.Reyes' face lit up with hope, and he smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. "That's all I can ask for," he said, his voice filled with gratitude. "Take all the time you need, Christine. I'll be waiting."Christine nodded, feeling a sense of trepidation wash over her. She had never expected Reyes to confess his feelings to her, and she didn't know how to process her emotions.As she turned to leave, Reyes called out to her. "Christine, wait," he said, his voice low and husky.Christine turned back to him, her heart pounding in her chest. "Yes?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.Reyes smiled, his eyes glinting with amusement. "Would you like to go out with me tomorrow night?" he asked, his voice filled with hope.Christine's eyes widened in su
"You're really going to regret betraying me!" she spat, her voice venomous.Reyes, however, seemed unfazed by Sage's outburst. He responded lightly, "I never promised you anything, so how could I possibly betray you?"Sage's eyes welled up with tears, and her voice trembled with emotion. "But we're engaged," she protested. "You can't love another woman beside me. That's unfair."Reyes burst out laughing, his lips curling up in a lazy smile. "I've been trying to love you for years, but the feeling never comes," he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "Now I'm tired. Let's just end this whole fake engagement."Sage's face turned white with shock, and she took a step back, her eyes wide with horror. "No, Reyes!" she yelled. "I love you!"Reyes shook his head, his expression unyielding. "No, Sage. You don't love me. You love the wealth and power that comes with being my wife. You agreed to our marriage in order to strengthen your family's business, because you knew your father was goin
"At least you know that she is my secretary," Reyes said, his voice calm and collected.Sage's eyes narrowed, her gaze flicking to Christine and then back to Reyes. " I freaking know that, why are you hugging her?" she asked, her voice dripping with skepticism.Reyes smiled, a small, enigmatic smile. "Ehm... Sage," he said, his voice trailing off.Sage's eyes flashed with anger, and she took a step closer to Reyes. "I hugged her to keep her by my side. I don't want her to leave."Christine's mouth opened wide in shock as she stared at Reyes. He had confessed his feelings for her in front of his future wife. Was he digging a hole for her grave?Suddenly, Reyes said, "Eh..." and Sage stepped forward, her hand swinging towards Christine's face. Christine wanted to defend herself, but her hands were still locked in Reyes' grip."Wait, you misunderstand," Reyes said, his voice calm and authoritative.The next second, Christine closed her eyes, bracing herself for the impact. However, nothi
Reyes' eyes seemed to gleam with amusement as he gazed at Christine. "I admit that I misjudged you," he said, his voice low and husky. " one of the many secretaries who have worked here. It turns out you are the best. You are so hardworking, and you are everything I need in a secretary."Christine's eyes narrowed, "So, instead of looking for a new one, wouldn't it be better to keep the one, the existing one, that has proven to be the best?" Reyes asked, his eyes glinting with amusement. "And also, very loyal."Christine blinked, not understanding. "I wasn't loyal," she said, her voice firm. "I submitted my resignation."Reyes chuckled, the sound sending a shiver down Christine's spine. "Yes, you are loyal," he said, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "If you weren't, you wouldn't be here right now."Christine sighed faintly, feeling like a fool. She shouldn't have come back. She shouldn't have let Reyes get to her.Without further discussion, Christine turned towards the door, ready to
Kaido, Jeanette called out, her voice echoing through the crowded street. She finally found him. Even though Kaido was masked, Jeanette recognized him way too well. She had spent countless nights in his arms, and she knew every curve and contour of his face. She knew the way he smiled, the way he laughed, and the way he looked at her with such intensity.Kaido turned around, his eyes locking onto Jeanette's. For a moment, they just stared at each other, the tension between them palpable."What are you doing here?" Jeanette asked, her voice firm but laced with a hint of vulnerability.Kaido hesitated, his eyes darting around the crowded street before finally meeting Jeanette's gaze. "I'm sorry, Jeanette," he said, his voice low and husky. "I have to go now."But Jeanette was not having it. She quickly held his hand, her grip firm. "Why did you ignore my calls and my texts?" she asked, her voice rising in anger. "Aren't we lovers? Why are you avoiding me?"Kaido's eyes dropped, and he
"I resign," Christine said, her voice firm and resolute. "Sorry for all the fuss I made, and I'll start paying the fine as from next month."Reyes' face turned beet red with rage as he slammed his fist on the desk. "Are you kidding me?" he thundered, his voice echoing off the walls. "You think my father-in-law will let you get away with this? Or should I say, my potential father-in-law?"Christine took a step back, her eyes widening in alarm as Reyes' anger boiled over. "You attacked me in front of him," Reyes continued, his voice rising "He even came to my mansion to look for me, just so he could deal with me and deal with you too!"The room seemed to shake with the force of Reyes' anger, and Christine felt a shiver run down her spine."Because of that, I take it very seriously that I decide to quit," Christine said, her voice firm. "I would leave and disappear from this city."Reyes raised an eyebrow, a skeptical look on his face. "Are you really being stupid or pretending to be inn
Jeanette also joined in, laughing and nodding in agreement. "Yeah, Nadia really loves reading books, and I love that about her. She's just a cute little girl."Christine smiled at her friend's words, her eyes shining with warmth as she gazed at her daughter. "I'm so lucky to be your mom," she whispered, her voice filled with emotion.Nadia looked up at her mom, her eyes sparkling with innocence. "Of course, mommy. I'm also very lucky. I'm also very lucky to have you."Christine's heart swelled with love and gratitude as she listened to her daughter's words. She felt a lump form in her throat as Nadia continued, "Because of that, I promise never to make you sad, mom."Christine's eyes welled up with tears as she opened her arms, and Nadia slipped into her hug. They laughed a little as Nadia parted her curly auburn hair, revealing her bright smile.The innocent girl had no idea that above her head, her mother closed her eyes to hide tears.As Christine hugged her daughter, rubbing Nadia
Reyes swallowed hard, he felt tightness in his chest, Brandon's words were like arrows that hit his heart. "Besides, our relationship is limited to colleagues," Brandon said, his voice calm and measured. "My concern for her is also limited to pity I think other bodyguards also share my thoughts. Christine is a typical innocent girl who deserves to be protected."The corners of Reyes' lips twitched, a mixture of amusement and annoyance. "Innocent?" he repeated, his voice laced with sarcasm. "You should see how she smiled in front of Weston. I shuddered in horror. She's not a good girl that deserves to be protected. You can't be fooled, Brandon."Brandon's expression remained neutral, but a hint of surprise flickered in his eyes. "Sir, I think you're misunderstanding her," he said, his voice calm. "Christine is not the type of person to play games or manipulate others. She's genuine and kind, and that's why I think she deserves our protection."Reyes snorted, his expression disdainful.
Kaido sat down at his desk in his private office, his eyes scanning the numerous calls and text messages from Jeanette. He had intentionally ignored her for days, wanting to make her worry. But the truth was, he was trying to distance himself from her.As he looked at the messages, Kaido felt a pang of guilt. He knew Jeanette was worried about him, and he was taking advantage of her concern. But he couldn't help it. He was feeling something he wasn't supposed to feel.He was a murderer, a cold-blooded one at that. He had killed countless people in his quest for revenge, and he had never felt a shred of remorse. But Jeanette was different. She made him feel things he couldn't explain, things he didn't want to feel.He was drawn to her, and it scared him. Kaido didn't want to complicate matters. He had started his revenge for a reason, and Jeanette was not going to come and spoil his plans. Never.Kaido's eyes narrowed as he thought about Jeanette. He knew he had to push her away, to ma