Author's PovFlashback Continue.Two weeks!Aurora glared at her reflection in the mirror with mixed emotions, she was angry yet the despair dancing in her swollen bloodshot eyes was a proof of the sleepless night's she had spent, two fucking weeks! She had tried her best to get rid of his memories yet she couldn't! He was all she could think, him, her bet, her ruination and her salvation.Ace Clifford.His name rang in her mind once again bringing more tears out of her eyes, this was what she had been doing for the last two weeks, after that painful night when she woke up again, it was already past two days after that night, her father told her the severe fever her tiny body caught and she stayed unconscious leaving him sick worried.Just when she opened her eyes, her lips took his name grimacing her father, he was enraged even the slightest mention of that bastard's name but to soothe the burning rod laying over her chest, she knew she needed to ask her father a question. The questi
Author's PovAurora steadily unlatched her eyes finding herself in the same position where she slept last night, she let out a shaky breath swallowing hard. She couldn't help but wince which each movement her body made, she felt like she will split into two anytime, the memories that haunt her for years still felt fresh to her, and instead of trying to get rid of them like she initially wanted to, now she held those memories close her heart, she knew she deserved the torment they granted her.Her swollen red eyes moved towards the room where she was left by the man who supposedly returned to take revenge on her and her father, a small smile appeared on her lips. Revenge? Her Ace wanted revenge from his Aurora, and if hurting, torturing and killing her each second would bring happiness to him then she was ready. She was willing to endure any pain he was planning to reward for the sins she committed against him if it was what he wanted.Once her Ace made sure to bring happiness to her f
Author's PovThe cameras roared without skipping a single beat as the tall man got lost in the flashes, the moment he stepped out of the car, every camera was directed towards him. After all they were here specifically to capture him, even when this ceremony wasn't that important and the person who held it had been facing defeat in the business world from a long time but because of this particular lad they didn't think twice before fleeing to this place. The unknown yet the most anticipated personality of the several years, the man who became a descendant of once infamous monster.Ace Sullivan.Media, reporters, audience and even the famous names in the business world wanted to see who that current sensation was, the one who wasn't only ruling the business world but also defeated the wars that could occur between the countries he ruled and Russians, it was so surprising to know that he followed his previous boss' footsteps and conquered the unbelievable.Ace had never liked limelight,
Author's PovSeated on the concrete floor with his legs crossed, the emotionless lad stared at the sleeping woman with his hawk eyes, they blinked rarely as he got lost while inspecting the damage he had done to her, his demons laughed at him for being so pathetic, his unmoving stone heart didn't do anything to halt the mocking voices in his head and his steely gaze flattered losing it's hardness for a few seconds but regain it soon enough when his insanity reminded him of the cruelty this woman had spread over the boy who once found his home in her.Ace knew it wasn't why he brought her here, he knew he shouldn't be present here right now, precisely he shouldn't be present near her every night from the time he had held her as his captive. This was the only time in the day, he was able to watch her without having to look in those treacherously enchanting eyes of hers. Those bewitching ocean crystals were shaped so innocently that he knew it wasn't hard for her to fool him, once again.
Author's PovAurora shrieked in pain and horror when Ace yanked her off the mattress forcing her to stand up. She cried out when his sudden force impacted her wrist and stomach, but the ruthless man paid no heed to her cries and simply dragged her out of the room for the first time after she was brought here. At this particular time Aurora actually wished to stay in that contracted room instead of going where he was dragging her to.Soon enough they arrived at the end of the alley like lane where she noticed a vast metal gate, it was way bigger and stronger than the one her room had, her eyes roamed around in panic to find any living being as she was still in her bra, she didn't want anyone see her in such a way but nothing. There was no one, the whole space was empty and except them she heard not even a sound of wind passing.She yelped out coming out of her trance when she was thrown carelessly on the concrete floor making her knees adorn a horrible scratch which instantly brought c
Author's PovPulling the black neck length shirt off his body, Ace let the horrifying reminder of his past dance before him, the reflection attacked him like the insane part of his mind that had been covering his sanity from the time he understood the cruelty of the world. His deep empty silver eyes roamed all over the marks that embraced him like a detachable lover.Scars. His whole chest was filled with different kind of terrorising scars, the whipping wound, cut marks and God knows what kind of injuries that had blackened because of them being the years old. His calloused fingers gently graced the rough flesh of his as he smoothly ran them until it touched the tattoo covering his left shoulder, the tattoo ran through his neck as well slightly covering it but the main source of his vengeance and hatred was on display.His index finger covered the sharp straight scar around his neck near collarbone darkening his gaze, he narrowed his eyes letting his unblinking lost gaze get stuck ov
Author's PovStaring blankly at the papers in front of him, Ace carefully read the whole material, after inspecting the paperwork thrice he finally grabbed his pen and signed the contract before handing it to Sameul who took it like an obedient secretary he was. Soon enough Ace opened another file but paused when he sensed the man not moving from his spot and still staring at him with his usual blank gaze.Tilting his head a bit, he pulled the specs off his eyes placing them on the table before leaning his back against the chair, "What is it?" He questioned sameul who hadn't said a word, it was obvious he had something to say but he seemed to be fighting within himself if he should say it or not."You gave her a new room, clothes, and even medications," He halted making Ace raise his eyebrows in curiosity."And," He pushed the man further to speak and Sameul took a deep breath."Why? From what I remember she's the same woman right? I don't understand this sudden change of arrangement,
Author's PovAurora stared at the paper in her hands as she read the written words repeatedly in astonishment, did he really free her from the prisoned room? The paper had all the chores he assigned her with, but along with that she was also told to stay in this new room and change her clothes. Aurora didn't expect this, the way he looked so vengeful and enraged whenever he looked at her it seemed impossible for him to actually be humane with her.She sighed placing the paper securely on the side table before standing in front of the mirror attached to the small wardrobe which he provided her, it was filled with several clothes of her size and also some woman necessities. Her petite frame was engulfed in the white hued ankle length dress covering her arms completely, it even covered her collarbone leaving her confused of why would he give her such a modest dress when he had done nothing but to humiliate her from the time he took her in his captivity?But she didn't complain, she was g
Author's PovAurora jumped in her place getting startled when her body was wrapped up by large arms cradling her in his warm embrace, after a few seconds her tensed muscles relaxed against him as he tightened his grip over her tiny frame. Aurora smiled raising her eyes to the mirror in front of them reflecting their hugging bodies but Ace didn't meet her eyes, he simply buried his face in her crook closing his eyes."What happened?" He shook his head nuzzling deeper in her crook but Aurora noticed his unusual stance, she frowned palming his wrapped arms watching him carefully through the mirror."Tell me," She pressed caressing his bare tattooed arms with her gentle fingers making the man pull his head up and meet her concerned gaze."Jade is pregnant, Sameul just told me." He whispered making Aurora smile widely as she giggled slightly in happiness."Oh my God! That's so great! Finally after 4 years of wait, they are going to have a child. Jade must be so happy!" Aurora's smile made
Author's PovThe sunrays radiating from the messy hut made the woman nestled in bare men's arms twisted a bit before opening her eyes, she felt a shiver wearing down her spine as her bare legs were attacked by the cold wind of the sunny day after a thorough thunderous rainy night. Her tired eyes steadily raised up meeting with the smiley grey ones.She blinked a few times and reality fell on her, she was cuddled in his oversized shirt which he was wearing last night, she had nothing on her body except for his shirt, Ace also was wearing just his shorts and nothing else but the unusual warmth radiating from his body kept both of them warm and away from the cold atmosphere. She surprisingly didn't shy away but instead nuzzled her face in his bare chest closing her eyes making the man tighten his hug, Ace enjoyed the peaceful moment while hugging her closely, it was hard for him to find himself fall asleep last night especially at how he made love to her almost at midnight. And even aft
Author's PovMature Content AheadAce felt a slight shiver in his body when the tips of her fingers gently caressed the lineage of his scars, he noticed her eyes turning teary as she glided her finger over the nasty scars while tightening her grip on his shoulder by her other hand, she did see his scars before but never clear before until that night. And never this close, they were right before her eyes looking so painful yet the strength he withhold left her wanting to erase the pain he once went through.Ace leaned down and let his warm lips fell on her eyes kissing her tears away, his kisses were so soft and gentle that it made her close her eyes letting a few tears drip down to her temple, she let out a shaky breath feeling his lips kissing her cheeks before planting pecks all over her jawline leaving no space alone on her face until he reached her neck.The man didn't unleash his hunger right away instead he took his sweet time snuggling in her crook holding her closer, Aurora wr
Author's Pov"What? You should blame yourself, you kept on running away I had to follow you so you wouldn't be alone and in doing so I lost the track of the way." Ace defended himself while raising his hands, Aurora was left speechless, somehow she knew he was right, if he had left her alone she would have definitely stuck here alone.She looked down apologetically before biting her lower lip, "You're right." She admitted solemnly making the man in front of her a bit surprised at her acceptance and then he cleared his throat nearing her."Don't worry OK, we can find a way out." He carefully touched her cheek making her look up in his bright grey eyes before nodding her head."Yes, even I remember a little where I came from." Aurora was so angry and drowned in jealousy that time that she didn't care to look at the signs while crossing the way but she still remember a little."I also remember a bit, we came from that side." Ace pointed at the left side but Aurora was a bit skeptical, she
Author's Pov"How are you?" Aurora questioned the timid woman seated in front of her, she gulped making her glance at her for a second before her gaze again dropped down."I am good, how about you?" Jade mumbled looking a little hesitant and trying to sound casual but Aurora knew it wasn't easy to revive the good bond they shared ten years ago which was basically based on lies and betrayal."Better, a lot better than before." Jade smiled softly nodding her head, her fingers trembled around the warm cup of coffee, she had no idea how to start the conversation especially when it was her who called her here.Jade asked Sameul for Aurora's number and after calling her, she invited her for a cup of coffee, somewhere Aurora also knew what she wanted to talk about but she still didn't want to push her. She already had heard about the trauma she went through from Max's hands years ago, she always despised Jade in the past for her lies but after realising that she wasn't any better than her. J
Author's PovAurora after removing her coat, shoes, and muffler went to the kitchen to make the coffee for both of them, she left the coffee to brew in the machine and went to wash her hands when suddenly her breath hitched feeling a massive frame towering behind her. She gulped when he leaned his face closer to her cheek almost cornering her lifting his hand forward."W-What are you," Her words were cut off when he moved his hand and turn the running tap off, she gulped as he whispered mischievously in her ears."You shouldn't waste water." She bit her lower and tried escaping his arms but the moment she tried to side walk him, he palmed the aisle trapping her completely leaving no chance for her to leave him.She gasped out clutching the counter when he buried his face in her crook taking her aback, "You wanted me to kissyou then, but I wanted more, and now i will fulfill both of our wishes." With that he placed a soft peck over her neckline making her throw her head back.The sensa
Author's PovAurora walked out of the cafe only to find a familiar frame leaning against his car looking like a model as usual, her colleagues, her boss and even a few customers asked her who this fine man was? Aurora hesitated but remembering her promise and determination to start afresh with him, she accepted that he was her boyfriend. Her boss knew about him and even asked her why she was still doing the job when her boyfriend was this wealthy? She didn't want to reply, but did eventually, she never agreed to date him for his money. No one knew their painful history and she had no mind of revealing it to anyone. Hugging the coat near her body she walked towards the stubborn man, she told him many times to not pick her up like this but he never listened, he always uses the excuse of her being his girlfriend to do as he wished."Shall we?" He muttered opening the passenger door for her but she suddenly smirked at him playfully shaking her head."Do you know I am used to walk back to
Author's PovThe silence fell in the hallway after he completed his words, Aurora was still crouched down in front of him while Ace averted his gaze away from her fearing her reaction. Ace knew he didn't have any right to make the decision on her behalf but he knew how much kids meant to Aurora, she used to talk a lot about having children who would look like her, and he didn't want to snatch this right from her just to make her come back to him."Are you stupid?" Her sudden remark made him snap his head towards her, he met her confused gaze and slightly angered expressions."Why would you think that I wouldn't want to be with you just because the probability of you having children is low?" He blinked a few times releasing the caged tears as she sighed heavily before raising her hand to wipe his cheeks."What did doctor say?" He gulped before mumbling softly."He said that the chances of I having children is almost none, maybe a miracle but from his experience it's better if I don't h
Author's Pov"Just tell her already, why are you making decisions on her behalf?" Sameul snapped at the nonchalant man seated on the couch with his head bowed down looking disheveled, his hair messy, clothes unironed from and eyes bloodshot like he hadn't sleep for years. He steadily raised his empty gaze to the glaring man, "I am doing it for her, its for the best, she doesn't deserve to suffer with me, she already had enough." Sam huffed rubbing his temple in annoyance."I never liked her in the past after what you went through and she was one of the reasons but after keeping eyes on her for such a long time I know one thing, she loves you, so much that I don't think she can ever move on, you're just hurting her and yourself. Being truthful is what you should do and let her decide what she wants." Ace stubbornly shook his head flapping his hand as he motioned the frustrated man to get out.Before Sameul could say anything further, someone entered the house with her meek steps, she