Chapter Ten: DesireHawkins's POVCall me a creep, but my eyes never left her. I tried to focus on the party, but my eyes kept going back to her, lingering, watching her every move. I never thought I'd see her again. I had hoped that I would, but I didn't think I'd see her again so soon. It's funny how she was a mere stranger, but she's all I can think about now. I would have thought she was an illusion, if I didn't see her interact with Katherine, the founder of this foundation.There was one thing I noticed, however, and it left me unsettled and annoyed. I saw how some people looked at her with contempt in their eyes, as if she just committed the worst crime in history. It took everything in me not to confront them one by one and gouged their eyes out. "I can't believe she had the audacity to show her face here." I heard someone say from behind me while I was silently sipping my champagne, eyes glued to the beauty a few feet away from me. "What? Who are you talking about?""That
Chapter Eleven: New BoyfriendMiracle's POVJust how much fate hates me that the man who saved me twice is the one whom my father wants me to seduce?I've heard about him before from Norman and Mark. They often talk about him and it's obvious how jealous they were of him. And why wouldn't they? Hawkins Pride is the youngest billionaire in America who just joined the list this year, and he's also one of the hottest bachelors in the whole world.I was beyond shocked when I heard who he was, I was swallowed with guilt. I was disheartened knowing what I needed to do to him in order to save my mother. Despite the guilt and my conscience gnawing at my brain, there was also the spark of desire I felt the first time our skin touched. It was the reason I never showed up. I was afraid of what he could make me feel when I melted at the slightest touch. Something I have never felt before even with Mark. He makes me want to just throw myself at him and beg him to do whatever he wants to me. I a
Chapter Twelve: AgreementHawkins' POVAfter an unfortunate encounter with Miracle's ex-husband, and his new equally ugly woman, I took her to the nearby river to take a breather. "I heard the rumors about you." I started while we were leaning on the hood of my car, and it's a good thing I bought my jeep. She hugged herself, and I removed my jacket with no hesitation, placing them on top of her shoulders and she smiled at me gratefully. "Do you believe them?" She asked, eyes shifting to the river in front of us and I copied her. "No, and I would like to hear your side of the story. If you want to tell me that is," I responded and raised an eyebrow. "You wouldn't jump on me again, would you?" I joked and she laughed softly."I told you I slipped. I didn't jump." She rolled her eyes at me and I chuckled, waiting for her to continue. "I caught my ex-husband cheating on me with my step-sister, and you want to know what's worse? My father and step-mother knew it. They have been fooling
Chapter Thirteen: Bound by a ContractHawkins' Pride"I'm getting married." I announced nonchalantly while sipping my vodka, and I heard Damien spewing his drink all over the place. "What the hell did you say?" He asked in disbelief, and I turned to look at him. "Exactly what I said. It will probably happen next week or so. I already asked Brenda to prepare all we needed." I explained, mentioning my beloved cousin I contacted the night Miracle agreed, as well as Martin, my lawyer, to prepare the contract and it should be ready tomorrow. "Dude, that is not what I'm even asking. Are you out of your mind? Did you hit your head or something? You? Marrying someone? You who can't even stay in a relationship because of your attachment issue?" I simply laughed at the look of shock in his face and ordered a new drink for him. "I'm telling you I haven't been this sober and serious in a long time."He suddenly smacked the counter and covered his mouth. "You found her." That wasn't a question
Chapter Fourteen: Wedding PlanMiracle's POVTo say that I was shocked would be an understatement.When I agreed to accept his help, it was for the sole purpose of seducing him and finishing my plan. I swallowed the guilt eating me from the inside and thought about my mother and I's freedom. We would be free from Norman and his family. We can start a new life together. Call me whatever names for agreeing to bear his child in exchange for our freedom but I am desperate. Not to mention that I long to have a child of my own as well. My doctor told me there was nothing wrong about me and neither Mark, but it was not just the time. I doubt I can give Hawkins a child in a short time so I wouldn't worry about it for now.I promised myself that I wouldn't use and hurt Hawkins too much. I wouldn't stay long enough for that to happen. The moment I find out his weakness, I would be out of his life, and I will never appear in his life again. However, something tells me that would be impossible.
Chapter Fifteen: No Longer AloneMiracle's POVHawkins asked me after Brenda left if I was ready to meet his family, and of course I wasn't, but I figured I will meet them soon anyway so why not now and familiarize myself with them?He set dinner for us and asked for my address where he could pick me up but I refused and said I will meet him there. Once we get married, according to the contract, I will have to live with him so he doesn't need to see my current place. I arrived at Fortune, an international restaurant before seven and Hawk arrived at exactly seven. He greeted me with a kiss to the cheek and sat beside me, making me feel that tingling sensation in my stomach again."Don't be so nervous. My family won't eat you alive." He told me with a chuckle, probably noticing me squirming in my seat. "Oh, before I forget. You need to wear this so they won't be confused." He pulled out a velvet box ring from his suit and opened it in front of me. "I should have brought you so you can
Chapter Sixteen: A Wedding and a Dance in the RainMiracle's POVI didn't get to experience walking down the aisle to the man I loved and standing in front of the altar together. Our wedding was abrupt, out of impulse, and look where that got me. Now here I am, wearing a hundred thousand dollars worth of wedding dress while slowly and nervously walking down the aisle, towards my new husband-to-be, the stranger who saved me, and I will be betraying. Hawkins Pride looked dashing clad in a tailored cream suit, standing in front of the altar with Damien by his side, waiting for me with a charming smile on his face. For a second, I had an illusion that everything was real and not just in contract. But that is just my mind playing tricks on me. I looked around and saw Hawkins' family and close friends I already met and talked to. His family looked happy, and it was strange how they accepted me so easily. On the other side was Anna, the only one from my side to witness what's supposed to
Chapter Seventeen: Sweet NectarHawkins' POV"What?!" She exclaimed and it was too late to respond because I was already outside the pouring rain and opening her door. "Hawk, are you crazy?!"I laughed and she squealed like a pig when I pulled me outside, still wearing her gown, and we started dancing under the pouring rain. "This is not okay! This is ridiculous!" She kept on complaining while I swayed her around and even dipped her. "But it's fun! Isn't it? Come on! When was the last time you danced in the rain?!" I said loudly in order for her to hear me. "W-Well, I can't remember but it's cold, Hawk!" I pulled her closer by her waist, our bodies touching without any distance and she looked up at me, clearly stunned. "Are you warm enough now?"This is dangerous and I am playing with fire. Ever since I tasted her lips, my stupid dīck hasn't calmed down and I want nothing but to claim her now. Not even the cold rain can wash away my desire for her. I can't remember exactly who mo
Chapter Forty-One: An Intense RewardHawkins' POVThe security prototype we were working on has been a huge success and we are just finalizing it before releasing the trial next month. I have been working on my own invention lately, and I think this one will be useful to everyone all over the world. "I watched a lot of rescue videos lately and we use k9s to find bodies buried underneath debris, right? As a pet owner myself, I wouldn't want our dogs hurt. While I understand that some of them are trained to do this and they like doing it, we can also minimize their exposure to great dangers." I started, tapping my pencil on the paper laying on the table where my sketch is. It was only Dame and I and I were telling him about my idea. "What if we invent prototype dogs that can detect humans by our body heat? We can also install cameras inside them, plus, we can insert basic needs inside it if they reach the victims, and are unable to be rescued right away. We can insert food, water, blan
Chapter Forty: QuestionsMiracle's POVAfter spending two days on the island with Hawk's friends and the people who shared the same surname with me, it was time to leave and go back to work. Unfortunately, the helicopter Norman rented for them is being used by someone else and they won't be able to leave until tonight. The weather was terrible so we were advised to leave earlier than expected. "It's really unfortunate that we have to leave now. I can't apologize enough that none of us will be able to take any of you with us because of the capacity." Hawk told Verity while we were outside the mansion with the cars waiting for us so they could take us to our helicopters. "Don't worry, this house is built to withstand strong typhoons and hurricanes. You'll be safe." Blair stepped forward with a worried look on her face. "Please, the weather looked bad and I'm–I'm scared. I want to go home. Can't you take me with you?" She pleaded while looking at Hawk, then at me. "I'm pregnant. Pleas
Chapter Thirty-Nine: EntertainmentHawkins' POV"I believe we should stop here, Mr. Verity. You have lost quite an amount of money. Like I said, this is a game and one should know when to quit." I said when the two just lost three hundred million. For us, it is a small amount of money, but for the likes of Norman Verity who owns a struggling company, and Mark, who owns nothing in his name, and a mere puppet to his father-in-law, it is more than enough to cost their livelihood. "We can still play." Norman insisted stubbornly.I leaned forward, placing my forearms on the table and clasping my hands. "I know why you were so eager to accept the invitation, Norman. You want us to invest in your company because it's on the verge of bankruptcy, isn't it?""No! Where did you hear that? We are simply... laying low." Norman quickly denied, directing his gaze to the poor dealer. "I said more, damn it!" He bursted angrily and I let out a smirk. My eyes connected with Dame, and both of us had e
Chapter Thirty-Eight: You're Nothing Compared to HerMiracle's POVI didn't realize I had fallen asleep while Hawk showered and woke up without him around. I yawned and stretched my body, feeling sleepy and tired all of a sudden.Where could he be? Is the second game starting already? But I'm sure he will wake me up because we will all be playing this round. I blinked the sleep away and dragged myself from the comfort of the king-sized bed. I can roll around it without falling, and at least eight people can sleep on it. The whole island and the people who bought it for their own pleasure and enjoyment amazes and amuses me at the same time. I know for a fact that Hawk supports a lot of charity organizations so I know he's not one to spend his money on just anything. Maybe they just have so much money to spend. I walked in the direction of the door, pausing to glance at my own reflection on the body-sized mirror to make sure my hair isn't a mess and there is no drool on my face, befo
Chapter Thirty-Seven: Let the Game BeginHawkins' POV"So how do we do this?" Robert asked as soon as we were alone in a room. "What are the rules? To what extent can we go?"I looked around the five men whom I've been friends with since we were rebellious teenagers, until now that we have reached the top of the world. A lot has changed about us, but our love for games isn't one of them. Basically, all six of us agreed to buy this island not only as our sanctuary, but also for moments like this. Whenever we want to punish or play with someone, we will take them here, away from prying eyes and laws. Here, we can do anything to them without anyone knowing. Legal or illegally. And no, we don't kill people, but that doesn't make it any better. We will play with them until they give up, disappear, repent, or go mad. It's our way of getting back to those people who have wronged us or the people we love. Simply because just destroying their image or their lives isn't... entertaining enough
Chapter Thirty-Six: PestsMiracle's POVI feel sick just seeing their faces again. When Hawk told me about his plan, I was deeply upset and disappointed with him, but maybe a part of me is looking forward to what's about to come. My top priority is saving my mother and pursuing my dream, and when I'm stable enough, I plan to have my revenge, but Hawk is saving me the trouble. All of these people I share the same surname made me suffer so much, and the man with them made my life hell. Is it too much to want to witness them be ridiculed the same they did to me? To be played like they played with my life? Will I be considered evil if I were to enjoy it? "Guys, I would like you all to meet our special guests today. As you've heard, they are my wife's family, and you might not have heard about them, but Verity owns an insurance company, and they rank fifteen nationwide. Meet Norman, my father-in-law, my wife's step-mother, his sister, and last but not the least, my wife's ex-husband, a
Chapter Thirty-Five: Head in the Sky Hawkins' POVI made sure the pilot and his co-pilot would give us some privacy and wouldn't accidentally turn their heads and see what we're doing, not that I mind really, but I don't want them seeing Miracle like that. I was beyond surprised when she was the one who suggested doing it in the first place, and my dīck is already half hard. I admit that I was upset by what she said, but it was also a slap to me. It made me rethink my actions and question my purpose. She was right that I was crossing the line beyond what we agreed upon, but I just... I guess it left a bitter taste in my mouth. I sighed in pleasure, biting my lip to resist the urge to release any sound when Miracle wrapped her soft hands around me. She started pumping me to life and hell it didn't take long. Not with the innocent yet mischievous smile she has while looking at me with those gorgeous eyes that resemble the sky above and the sea below. "Why don't we make a deal? If y
Chapter Thirty-Four: Don't Cross The LineMiracle's POV"Good morning."When I went to work the next day, I was greeted by my colleagues. Those who normally ignore me now smile brightly at me and of course I have an idea why. It's because my relationship with the owner is now revealed and everyone suddenly wants to be on my good side. My cover is blown off. My desire to live normally and not be treated like this is over. But then again, Hawk revealed his identity as well. I snapped because I was worried about him, and also because he didn't ask me first before revealing it. But now that I think about it, Hawk is the one who's at an advantage. He was now revealed as the owner to everyone, and they will also talk behind his back. How he married early, and how he married a divorcee like me. I returned everyone's greetings and smiles, and sighed in relief when I reached the faculty room I shared with the others. Caroline insisted on giving me my own office but I refused. Why would a tea
Chapter Thirty-Three: Endeared Hawkins' POV"How can someone like that get past you, Caroline? I specifically told you not to hire anyone like that." I asked the friend I trusted to lead my school while staring outside the window of her office. I went with Miracle to school today just so I can talk to Caroline. I didn't have the chance yesterday because we went home after the meeting, and besides, I am planning to talk to that blonde woman. Miracle might have forgiven her, but not me. "I'm sorry, Hawk. I swear she was not like this before. She can be hostile sometimes, but she was a good teacher and I haven't received any complaints about her. Well, not until now. I talked to Christine, and she told me she was just having a bad month because of a bad breakup.""And that excuses her action because? It could have gone worse, Caroline. She not only blew off our cover, but she also almost ruined Miracle's reputation. Someone who just wanted to be a goddamn teacher." I turned to Caroli