Emily sat on the bed, her stomach growling in protest after two days without food. The room was small and sparse, a stark reminder of her captivity. Despite her hunger and fear, she clung to the hope that her brothers would come to her rescue. The thought of them breaking down the door and whisking her away was the only thing that kept her going. Today had been a strange mix of emotions—moments of despair interspersed with fleeting hopes. Deciding that sleep might offer some respite, she lay down, closing her eyes and willing herself to escape into dreams. As she began to drift off, the door creaked open slowly. Her eyes snapped open, and she sat up, heart racing. A large man with striking blue eyes and white hair entered the room. Despite the circumstances, Emily couldn't help but notice his beauty and a whimsical thought flitted through her mind about him being her future husband. Suppressing a giggle, she gave him a serious look, making him raise an eyebrow."Hel
Kelsey sat in his car, his hands gripping the steering wheel tightly. The weight of his actions pressed heavily on his chest, making it hard to breathe.He had sold his sister to cover his mistakes, and the guilt was consuming him. He thought he could handle it, thought it was the only way out, but now the reality was unbearable.The memory of Emily’s face haunted him, her eyes wide with fear and betrayal as she was taken away. He had convinced himself that she would be okay, that she would be treated well, but the uncertainty gnawed at him. He had to find her. He had to make things right.His brothers, Xander and Tony, were equally frantic. They had been searching for Emily for weeks, scouring the city, questioning everyone who might have seen or heard something. But so far, their efforts had yielded nothing. Emily seemed to have vanished without a trace.Tony, always the more hot-headed of the brothers, was especially furious. He paced back and forth in the living room, his fists
Emily stood by the window of her new room, staring out at the snow-covered landscape of rural Russia. The stark, white expanse stretched out endlessly, a cold contrast to the warmth she had left behind. The mansion was grand, almost palatial, with its towering columns and intricate ironwork, but it felt more like a gilded cage than a home. She wrapped her arms around herself, seeking comfort in the woolen sweater she wore, but the chill seemed to seep into her bones from the inside out.A week had passed since Emily had arrived with Kamsy and his father, Inishola. They had treated her kindly, ensuring she had everything she needed and more. Kamsy, with his easy smile and gentle nature, had tried to cheer her up, showing her around the estate and introducing her to the household staff. Inishola, a stern yet not unkind man, had reassured her repeatedly that she was welcome and safe. Yet, despite their efforts, a profound sadness lingered in her heart.Emily missed her brothers. She had
"Come on, Emily, time for training!" Kamsy's voice echoed through the halls, pulling me from the depths of my restless sleep.Rolling off my bed, I let out a yawn, my body protesting the movement. I didn't want this. I didn't want any of this."Training?" I asked softly, my head tilted to the side, trying to make sense of his words."Yes, you are under our care now," Kamsy replied, his tone serious. "You should know, my father is a Mafia leader, which means we have lots of enemies."I blinked at him, my mind struggling to process what he was saying. "But my brothers are coming for me," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. "The letter yesterday, it means they are coming, right?"Kamsy sighed, looking down at his feet. "Look, Emily, that letter... it was just a joke. My father noticed you were sad and thought it might make you happy."His words hit me like a physical blow, and I felt my heart shatter into pieces. "So, my brothers aren't coming?" I asked, my voice trembling.He nodde
"i want to inform you, that you will be starting school here in Russia" Inishola said while leaning by the wall."School?" I asked softly, my head titled down."Yes, school, I can't keep you alone in this mansion, Kamsy will also follow you there " he continued while staring at me."But!" I said quietly only to be cut off by his eyes."No buts, you will go.to school first thing tomorrow morning, your uniform and everything is set on your bed, let me remain you Ella, this is Russia, it has deadly people and they don't take things nicely" Inishola explained.Nodding my head, I bow before walking out of the room.Inishola’s announcement left me feeling more isolated than ever. School in Russia was the last thing I wanted. I barely spoke the language, and I had no friends here. The idea of being surrounded by strangers in an unfamiliar environment filled me with dread. But arguing with Inishola was pointless. His steely gaze had silenced any protests I might have had.Walking back to my
Emily's point of View;The day dragged on in a blur of unfamiliar faces and foreign words. The other students eyed me curiously, whispering behind their hands. I felt like an outsider, unable to connect with anyone. The teachers were strict, their lessons fast-paced and challenging. I struggled to keep up, feeling overwhelmed by the language barrier and the cultural differences.During lunch, I sat alone at a table, picking at the food on my tray. The cafeteria was noisy, filled with laughter and chatter that I couldn’t join in. I missed my brothers terribly. I wondered what they were doing, if they were thinking of me. The letter had been a lie, but the ache in my heart was very real."New Girl!" I heard someone say loudly making me lift my head."yes?" I asked softly, standing in front of me were two boys.both with black hair.why can't it be a girl!?, most it be boys."you look sad and lonely, what's your name?" the one at the right asked me.I felt like slapping him on the fac
The rest of the day passed in a similar fashion. By the time the final bell rang, Emily was exhausted. She packed her bag slowly, feeling the weight of the day on her shoulders.As she walked out of the school, she saw Aaron and Jake waiting for her. "Ready for some math tutoring?" Aaron asked with a grin.Emily managed a tired smile. "Ready as I'll ever be."They found a quiet spot in the library, and for the next hour, Aaron and Jake patiently explained the math concepts Emily had struggled with. Their easygoing manner and clear explanations made the material easier to understand."Thanks, guys," Emily said as they packed up. "You have no idea how much this helps.""No problem," Jake said. "We're here for you."As they walked out of the library, Emily felt a glimmer of hope. Maybe, just maybe, things would get better.The following weeks were a whirlwind. Emily’s days were filled with classes, homework, and navigating the complexities of a new school. Aaron and Jake became her first re
Kelsey’s RegretKelsey’s fists slammed into the punching bag, each hit reverberating through the gym. His muscles burned with the effort, sweat dripping from his forehead, but he didn’t slow down. Each punch was fueled by a tempest of anger, regret, and self-loathing. The gym was nearly empty, the steady thud of his punches the only sound echoing in the vast space. He tried to focus on the rhythmic beat of his strikes, but his mind refused to let go of the past two months.Two months since Emily had disappeared. Two months of endless searching, sleepless nights, and gnawing guilt. Kelsey had thought he could handle the consequences of his actions, but he was wrong. He couldn’t escape the regret that haunted him every moment of the day.He landed a particularly vicious punch, causing the bag to swing wildly. He had never liked Emily. From the day she was born, he resented her. The way their parents doted on her, the way she seemed to effortlessly attract friends and attention—it all g