LAURA'S POV.The rest of the day ended more quickly than I had expected. I spent the entire day moving from class to class, checking through the halls, corridors, and different clubs, not knowing which to sign into.Yet the more I thought about it, the more I couldn't stop thinking of what had truly happened.Everyone wouldn't keep their gaze on me; they stated at me like I was some sort of cheap loser, and well, of course, it was mostly certain because they believed my mom to be nothing but a gold digger, and here I was, the shameless one without having anything to offer, do, or take other than attending the school my elder brother had been using to buy off and tease me about it.“Mam?” A voice called out, drawing me out of whatever thoughts I had that had been cooped up on my end. I sighed and rolled my eyes while sudden uneasiness washed through me.I swallowed hard before turning around, but no one seemed to be in the area other than me.“Are you talking to me?” I asked, and my in
Sebastian ’s point of view.I had not seen Chris at home, he probably went out and about, moving again when I had given him clear instructions to return home.“Where is Chris?” I asked a maid who was passing by.“He went out, said it was urgent.” The maid responded while I rolled my eyes, well of course it was always one thing or another with Chris, counting on him was as good as killing oneself.“And laura?” I asked to loosen the end of my tie.“She's up in her room, she has refused to come down for dinner and I think she is not doing so well.” The maid explained again, I nodded and gestured that she could leave.I had seen her new car in the driveway, she had been done with her classes for the day, but if anything at all I had expected that she would be full of energy rather than staying cooped up full of tears. .Slowly I placed gentle knocks on her door, I could hear entitled cries and sobs but she wasn't moving an inch either.Several other knocks and I pushed open the door only
NICKLOAI’s POINT OF VIEW.I was way too stunned to speak; my eyes remained glued against hers and for the first time in my entire life, I hesitated. It was a first for me. I was at a loss for words, uncertain of what to eat or think.I didn't know if this was the effect Laura had on me or the fact that I immediately became protective of Violet. I had an undeniable bond shared with Violet; I was in love with her, but she belonged to another, which meant I couldn't let her get into danger all because of me. And then it came down to Laura . I had been taught by my father to lie on the spot as quickly as I could; I had bravely been caught lying or cutting shots of words. This was one of the first lessons I took as a young master.“I'll take this your silence as you admit it. Do you have any idea what it is that you have done? She is the wife to your father's business partner, i may be new here but i had seen the man to dad and they were both visiting him, could you? She asked sternly i
LAURAS POV.I checked for the time twice in a row, yet nothing. I had been waiting for Helen for ages, she had asked to get my shoes since it's been twelve minutes past already."Well, you most certainly seem so excited about this ball of yours and stuff.” Out of the blue”Sebastian's voice rang through the air.I turned to see him leaning against the door, arms folded over his chest.“Oh, please go on; do not let me interrupt this charade; it is her you have going on.” He added pure sarcasm in his words. I stared at him blankly, moving my gaze towards him and away from him. At the same time, it did seem like he didn't quite understand the dire situation we were in at the moment. “What do you want, Sebastian?I think the orders are clear; there will be a party in about an hour and you aren't dressed yet.” I asked, tilting my head a bit, uncertain of how the entire royalty thing worked out. Was I dressed way too early? Perhaps it was my driven mind, determined to hunt down seraphin
LAURA'S POV.I pushed open my eyes; a night yawn eased through my lips while I rolled around in bed. My arms felt a bit cramped, but then it all came to me: memories of the previous occurrences I had been in the room with Sebastain; he was crying; I helped him into the bed when he fell asleep; but he has drawn me closer to him, faces inches apart.I recalled watching his face while he slept, his lips, the perfect shades of light pink, how moist they were. I remember trying to trace my fingers around it, but I couldn't. I was scared and worried to death. Whatever it was, I wanted it handled in the most proficient manner.What I don't remember was him walking out of bed or me falling asleep.“My lady.” I jolted up on hearing the voice; my heart hammered against my chest until I caught sight of Helen, who stood hovering around the bed. She had a stoic expression, and I could tell she wasn't pleased.“How long have you been waiting to scare the hell out of me?” I asked, still holding on
LAURA'S POV.“It seems you are off again.” I retorted, balling my hands and holding whatever it was that I felt at the moment. I was pained, angry, and restless. This was the same woman who wouldn't let me out of her sight when my father was still alive.The same woman who would wait by the doorstep for me all day of high school—the same woman who had given everything and anything up for me—a lot had changed.I stared at her, my eyes scanning through from the strand of her hair to her toes. I could not decipher what rammed through my mind; it bothered me seeing how quick she was to change her opinions and thoughts. I swallowed hard, reeling it in.Did I ever know her to begin with? I mean, I believed I did, but then some new man came out of nowhere. Of course, I had problems moving out of that hell hole of a town, but now that I think of it, I saw this new man of hers until we got to the hood. How long have they been having an affair-like sort of relationship?.How long had they bee
LAURA'S POV.“Are you sure you are fine?” Chris asked, and he gestured that I sat beside him. It was a not-alone moment given the fact that he had the same facial features as Sebastian but acted differently! More like a gentleman, I really couldn't place my finger on it, but it was safe to say I felt more reassured and relaxed with him around.“I'd rather stand; it's such a beautiful view up here.” I admitted, uncertain if I really wanted to stare out at the bye or just that I didn't trust myself well enough to sit by his side.I swallowed hard seeing how terrible his things became for me. Ans was quite embarrassed to find out that Chris might have overheard everything we said.“How much did you hear?” I asked him, a little smile serving as teasing. I hope to hear the answer I was so desperate for.“I heard a lot, mostly everything, and I was cool. I'm not pissed or anything. I decided to drop by and check on my new mother, but she appeared to be in a heated argument with her daughter
LAURA'S POV.“What's your idea of fun, Laura?" He asked, staring directly into my orbs."Oh, a bit!.” I added in, still confused with worry written all over my face. I had stayed up later than I expected.“You have never done anything quite fun before, have you?” He asked again, and I shook my head. He flashed me a bright smile before gesturing that I walk closer to him.“Well, good enough. Come in. Let's go. I wouldn't want to overwhelm you, so we'll go slow, okay?”“You are wearing this??” He asked the first words that eased up his lips as soon as his eyes landed on mine. I didn't have the fair choice of a wardrobe change. I had fallen asleep, and certainly he seemed like he was prepared to throw a fit if he had spent a single minute more in the room.“Yes, it's still neat. Just a little wrinkle." I lied, knowing so well that I had been in it all day.“Let's get you fixed; I can't let you think you're this when coming along with me.” He explains, and my eyes grow up, knowing he was