CHARLOTTE'S POVI'm getting very pissed off right now.Michael sat there in front of us with an unbothered look, his gaze flickering between me and Owen.He had a smug look on his face and it only made me frustrated. How can someone be so thick-skinned?I thought that he could be reasoned with, that maybe, just maybe, there was some part of him that was still good.I thought that he'd understood the danger that Caleb was not only to us but to him as well.But all I saw was a stupid man who was hell-bent on destroying himself.“Michael, Why don't you understand? Stop being so selfish and try to listen to what we have to say.” I pleaded as I managed to keep my voice steady despite the storm raging inside of me“Caleb is using you. If you testify, we can put an end to this, and you won’t have to worry about being used by him anymore.” Owen added, and I nodded in response, and he laughed, a deep, unsettling sound that made my skin crawl.“You think I’m afraid of Caleb? He’s the only one w
OWEN'S POV“Will you marry me, Charlotte? For real, this time.” I asked as I raised the box a bit and just as she was about to respond, I heard Michael speak.“No.”“Shut the hell up, Michael; I'm proposing to my wife, not you,” I said as I glared at him before returning my gaze to Charlotte, and she stared at me with tears gleaming in her eyes.“Yes,” She whispered, barely able to contain her excitement. “Yes, of course, I will marry you.”A wide grin spread across my face, and I slipped the ring onto her finger. The moment my hand intertwined with hers, it felt like the world was finally right again, like everything had fallen into place.I got up and she threw herself in my arms while I held her tightly, not letting her go. Because we were at the door, the officers on duty saw my proposal and started to clap for us.This was nice. In your face, Michael.We finally pulled away and she laughed as I tucked a strand of hair behind her ears.“Seriously, you… you never cease to amuse me.
CHARLOTTE'S POV“Shouldn't we go check out what happened outside?” I asked as I traced circles on his bare chest and he groaned as he wrapped his arms around me.“It can always wait. I'm still trying to recover.” He muttered and I scoffed as I looked at him.“I'm the one that's still trying to recover. You almost wrecked me.” I grumbled and he chuckled as he flicked my head gently.“Who was the one that kept begging for more? You called for this, Cupcake, so don't try to complain now.” He replied and I pouted in response.“I don't think I can walk,” I complained again and he simply shrugged.“I'll carry you. That's what these hands are for. I'll be your legs till you can finally walk again. Is that okay?” He asked as he peeked to look at my face and I quickly wiped the smile off my face.“It's still not fair…” I lamented as his hands rubbed my back gently.“Nothing is fair in this world, my love. Someone is after us, is that fair? Look at our car, it's damaged beyond repair. Is that f
CHARLOTTE'S POVOwen's grip on my hand tightened as we followed Ethan into another car. Confusion and worry almost got the better part of me but I felt relieved knowing that I wasn't alone.Owen and I got into the car and I couldn't help the scary feeling bubbling inside of me. Something wasn't right.“Ethan, I'll ask one more time, what the hell is going on?” Owen asked and I could hear the anger in his voice.“Do something for me, Owen. Drive after I leave. And make sure to keep a far distance from my car. You'll understand soon enough. Just listen to me this once, okay?” Ethan pleaded and when Owen sighed and nodded, he immediately took off to his car and got in, driving away immediately.Owen turned the car on and drove after Ethan, making sure to keep a distance just like Ethan had told him to.I turned to glance at him and his brows were furrowed as he gripped the steering wheel while following Ethan’s car ahead.I knew he was just as confused as I was, and it made me sad knowin
OWEN'S POVI was confused and so was Charlotte. We both sat together in Roselia's house as we stared at the man we thought was dead in front of us.“How is this even possible?”“I saw the car explode! You were in that car!” Charlotte yelled in shock as she stared at him like he was a ghost.“Ethan, we deserve an explanation. We couldn't have cried for nothing.” I mumbled angrily and I could see that he was trying to hide a smirk.“You cried for me? I'm emotional-”“I'll rip your throat off this instant if you don't start explaining right now.” I threatened and he raised his hands in surrender as he took a seat beside his girlfriend.“Alright, here's the easiest way to explain it. You know fast and furious? I think it was the second season or something. Where Han was in the car and it exploded. He came back in season eight without a scratch. Remember that?” Ethan asked and I just stared at him in confusion.“What does fast and furious have to do with this?” I asked and he facepalmed as
OWEN'S POVA nostalgic feeling hit me like a brick as I walked inside the company, with Ethan by my side. I was surrounded with new faces and I couldn't help but feel pissed off.All of these people here were minions for Caleb. It was too obvious.“Ethan?” I called and he took out his phone as he mumbled “Got it.”The doors slid open and we walked in while Ethan made phone calls to very important people. Suddenly, we got stopped by a bulky man and a chuckle escaped my lips as I raised my brows at him.“You can't go in, mister. We don't let anyone come in here.” The huge man spoke with emphasis on ‘anyone’ and I couldn't help it, I burst into laughter.“Anyone? Do you even know who you're talking to?” Ethan spoke as he dropped the call and turned to the men in front of us.“As long as you're not the boss, I don't give a damn about who you are. Now leave, before we throw you out.”I stood there as I stared at them with an amused expression. This was hilarious.“We're sorry to disturb yo
CHARLOTTE'S POV“No, Rose, I can't sit still. I want my husband.” I whined as I paced across her room while rubbing my hands together.“You're addicted to this man, Charlotte.” She replied and I stopped as I thought about it.“You're right. I am addicted to him! And now I want to see him! I cannot breathe when he's not near, Rose. Help, I'm dying!” I said dramatically as I clawed at my throat and lay on the bed like I passed out.“You dramatic child.” She shook her head in disappointment as she sat beside me and poked my forehead.“Ow, be gentle! See, you're bullying me!” I lamented and she laughed as she laid down as well.“You know, I think we should have made a bet.” She started and I turned to look at her.“What bet?”“I told you that you'd fall for Owen but you argued with me like I was crazy. Now look at you, you're obsessed over him. I would have had a few bucks in my pocket now…” She clicked her tongue as she shook her head with a smile on her face.“I wouldn't have believed t
OWEN'S POVI rubbed my temples as I stared at the people sitting in front of me. One would think that with the way I used to be harsh on them, I detested them.The truth was that I cherished them a lot. And seeing them seated across the table while trying to find a way to gather the company together made my heart swell with pride.“I think we should start with PR first. We need to publicize the company and let everyone know that we're back in business. I have a suggestion for that.” Ethan said as he walked in and my eyes narrowed as I sighted Roselia before he closed the door.What is she doing here? Is Charlotte here too-?My phone rang loudly, disrupting the conversation and everyone turned to look at me. I glanced at the caller ID and a smile formed on my face when I saw who it was.I was supposed to end the call but I wanted to hear her voice badly. I quickly connected the phone to my AirPods and plugged it in before picking up the call.“Hey there, cupcake,” I muttered excitedly
OWEN'S POVMonths had passed since my parents’ death and Caleb's cruel execution. One that he deserved. I couldn't help but remember him every now and then. The happy times we shared, the bliss and excitement that we experienced together… How could it all be a lie?“Snap out of it, Mister. The brides will be here any minute.” Ethan said as he helped me straighten my bow and suit and I rubbed my hands nervously.“Tell me the truth, Ethan, do I look good enough?” I whispered and he hit my shoulder as he fixed his bow too and stood beside me.“Don't you know that you have the limelight on you? I'm in the shadows here, Sir.” He said with a chuckle and I chuckled too as the priest walked up to the altar.“Can you believe it? We're both getting married on the same day to inseparable friends. This is called what, fate?” I mumbled and he shook his head in amusement as we turned to look at the entrance.“Damn it! The rings!” I exclaimed in horror and he slapped the back of my head as he took i
CHARLOTTE'S POVI took deep breaths as I stood in front of the beautiful gates and Owen took my hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. I lifted my head to look at me and he had a small smile on his face as he rang the doorbell twice.We waited in silence, my breath held in nervousness and after a while, someone pulled the door open. I plastered a smile on my face and when the man looked at me then at Owen, a warm smile formed on his face as he opened the gate wide open for us to come in.I was surprised at how he treated us but then, who wouldn't treat Owen right, knowing who is? We walked inside hand in hand and the man guided us inside the house and told us to wait while he called his bosses.I glanced around and the beauty of the house took my breath away. It was magnificent and luxurious. It reminded me of how I felt when I first stepped into the Walkers’ house.“Are you okay?” Owen asked as he rubbed my hands gently and I nodded.“Just a bit nervous. That's all.” I said with a ner
CHARLOTTE'S POVI wasn't just nervous, I was panicking. The anxiety threatened to swallow me whole and sweat kept running down my face, ruining my makeup for the fifth time.“Char, come on! It's not even hot yet you're sweating so much. You know what, you don't need makeup. You're already so pretty on your own. Just stop being so nervous and scared. They're your parents, not God.” Rose said as she took out another wiper and started to wipe my face clean.I knew she was right but I couldn't help the fear that clawed at my throat, threatening to end me.“You don't get it, Rose. This isn't just anybody. These people are almost on par with Owen! How am I supposed to feel knowing that my biological parents are important figures in the country and I lived my whole life running from debt? Make it make sense, Rose!” I exclaimed in frustration as I collapsed into the chair.“We should have gotten this over with a month ago but they just had to leave the country at that time. Now they're back a
OWEN'S POVThe day was finally here. The day of judgment for Caleb.Charlotte and I stood hand in hand in the crowded courtroom, the tension in the air thick enough to slice through with a knife. My grip on her hand tightened and she looked at me with a reassuring smile.I turned and my eyes met Caleb's, who stood at the defendant's table with his expression showing that he was unbothered. He looked like he was ready to face whatever came his way, like he didn't care and none of this mattered to him.For a man who had caused me so much pain, he was very calm, which disturbed me greatly.I clenched my fist as the weight of everything he had done began to press down on me so much that it almost suffocated me.My parents... Charlotte’s parents... Beatrice… those innocent lives that he took. How could he stand there without a sign of remorse?The judge finally entered, and the room went silent. Everyone stood as we waited for him to take his seat. My heart pounded harshly in my chest as I
CHARLOTTE'S POVI stared at Owen in confusion and he ran a hand through his hair as he took a seat beside me and held my hands.“I'm serious. Caleb found out first, then Ethan found out and he told me. That's what we were discussing that day. I know it's hard to believe but I have evidence and proof. You are the legitimate and missing daughter of the Davies.” Owen explained and I just stared at him like he was cracking a joke.“Don't you think this is a very expensive joke? What do you mean by I'm the daughter of the Davies? Like ‘The Davies’. Are you trying to mess with me right now?” I asked in annoyance as I got off the bed and Owen sighed as he stood up with me.“He's right, Charlotte.” Ethan butted in and I glanced at him in confusion.“Hold on…this isn't a prank. You're actually serious about this.” I clarified and my heart sank when they nodded in affirmation.“How is this possible? I grew up with my parents. All my childhood memories that I can recall were with them. They neve
OWEN'S POV“What was it?” I asked in confusion and he sat up as he leaned towards me.“A bulletproof.” He replied and my brows creased in confusion. What did he mean by that?“What do you mean bulletproof? How would that have saved my life?” I asked and he let out a chuckle.“Well, it saved mine. Without a second thought, I went to the store room and grabbed the only one that was available there. I remember when you told your father that it wasn't needed and that he shouldn't get it. It eventually came in handy.”“I was supposed to take it to you so that you could escape unscathed but I was too late. He already held you at gunpoint so I had no choice but to wear it under my clothes and act as your bulletproof. The first shot actually hit me. Right here.” He pointed at his lower abdomen and my eyes widened in realization.“That's why there was blood everywhere and it made my fake death even more believable. The rest of the bullets bounced off and didn't touch me. I had no idea that Bea
OWEN'S POVI stood there in shock and confusion as I looked around for Ethan's dead body. Could Caleb have taken his body with him? But there was no sign of a bloody body being dragged on the floor.“Papa!” I heard Charlotte cry out as she saw my parents lying in each other's cold arms and I pulled her to me to stop her from moving forward.“Stop looking. They're probably happy where they are now. They died in each other's arms, that's probably what they wanted.” I said softly as I wiped the lone tear that trailed down my cheeks.“I need to find Ethan's body. He was just here when I left…” My voice trailed off when Roselia burst into a loud cry and crouched on the floor.“Where is he? At least let me tell him goodbye! What did you do to his body?” She yelled at no one in particular and my heart clenched in pain as I walked up to her side.I crouched down and hugged her to comfort her and I relaxed a bit when she wrapped her arms around me and wept like a child.I looked up at Charlott
OWEN'S POV“Ethan!”My eyes flung open in an instant and I groaned when I felt pain in my lower abdomen. I was alive. I made it out alive. But they didn't…“Owen! You're awake.” I heard Charlotte's voice call out to me and I turned my head to see her pretty face show up beside me and she held my hand tightly.“I told you I'll be fine. I always keep my promises, princess.” I said weakly with a faint smile and she helped me sit up, worry evident on her face as my face twisted in pain.“I have to go check on them… I need to see if they're really dead… I-”“No, Owen. You'll stay here and heal. I'll go and check up on them. I haven't told Rose anything about it yet. You have to rest.” She pleaded but I shook my head strongly.“We can't hide it from her forever. We have to tell her now.” I said.“Tell me what?” I heard Roselia say as she walked in with a basket of fruits and Charlotte had a look of panic on her face.“There's something I have to tell you,” I said as I struggled to stand up
CHARLOTTE'S POVI couldn't stop the tears from falling down my face as I watched my husband get wheeled into the operating room. He had held my hand firmly even though he was unconscious before the nurses detached our hands and took him in.I pulled my hair in despair as I sat down and stared at the floor. If what Caleb said was true, then that means… Ethan and Beatrice were dead. How would I tell this to Roselia?They were supposed to get married soon-I burst into tears as the thought of everything made my heart clench in pain. Caleb had been arrested by the police but it wasn't enough. He has to die too.My phone was shattered in Caleb's house and I had no way of reaching out to anyone. I couldn't leave the hospital since I had to be by Owen's side whenever he woke up.I knew Roselia's digits by heart but could I actually bring myself to call her? What would I tell her? How would I break the news to her?Would I tell her: “Oh, hey, your husband-to-be died while trying to save my hu