CLARA'S POV"Sir, I think I would go to my room to freshen up " I told Leo while we were still on the staircase, heading to his room. I tried to free my hand again but he was hold my wrist tightly and I wasn't strong enough to force it out. Leo looked at me for some seconds without replying, by now I wasn't hearing ma'am Lauretta screams. " Sir do you mind letting go of my hand? " I asked him. " Why don't you freshen up in my room? "He said and was about to continue walking but I didn't move which stopped him from walking any further. In as much as I would love to have a nice shower in Leo's bathroom, I couldn't possibly do it because of fear. " Come on, let's go" Leo said again but I still refused. When he saw there was nothing he could do to persuade me to go with him, he left ny hand alone, I immediately used my second had to massage my wrist. "I thought you were going to come, I would have killed you. Why do I need to know if you want to freshen up or not ugh? You should com
While I was heading to Leo's room, Renata called me immediately she saw me passing through the kitchen. I was surprised and wondered what she wanted to say, she walked up to me and looked at me directly in the eye. '"The battle line has been drawn, let see if you would survive here" She pushed me and walked away. Surprisingly, some maids weren't laughing unlike before, probably they thought I was going to report them to Leo. I shrieked and left the kitchen, I was climbing the stairs when I saw Leo coming down. He was putting on a black shirt and pants, with a black designer boot, his shirt also had an embroidery by the pocket. He had his two hands on his in his pocket as always while his guard walked slowly behind him. "Come with me "He said immediately he got to where I was standing "Sir? I'm sorry I can't go. I don't attend burials I will just go back and wait for you " I said in reluctance to follow him as he kept on staring at me, it seemed like he was in shock and I wo
LEO'S POV"Why would she think I was going for a burial, like black wasn't a cool colour?" That was all that kept on ringing bell in my head while I was driving to Jack's house. He called me earlier that day, informing me about how his dad was attacked and was hospitalized so he had to run things in the Mafia but he didn't know how so he needed my help. I was surprised when I saw my phone ring and it was Jack calling, I remembered what he did and chucked I didn't want to pick his call because I was still mad at him. Jack kept on calling so I thought it was an emergency, he was still my friend anyways, he had always been there for me anytime I needed him. After promising him that I was going to be there soon, I ended the call sent for Clara. By the time she came I was already done preparing, already heading to my car when I saw her coming to my room. She paused when she saw me and that was when she asked me if I was going for a burial, I was shocked by what she mean but I decided
I didn't even noticed when they came back, not until their foot steps got loud. I looked up and saw Jack holding Clara on her waist while his other hand rested on her shoulder. I gave him a frowned, and he responded with a confused look on his face that was like asking me what was wrong. They finally sat down on the chair opposite me and Jack was still holding her waist, I wondered what his problem and motive was. Clara wasn't helping either, she rested her head on Jack's shoulder comfortably, not minding the fact that her boss was there. " Why do I care anyways? " I thought and rolled my eyes at them, crossing my leg fixing my eyes on my phone, but I wasn't doing anything instead I kept on taking glances at them. I could tell Clara was enjoying the slight cuddle she was getting from Jack. For a moment, I imagined how it was going to feel if I was the one actually holding her waist like the way Jack was doing, and if she rest on my shoulder like that without resisting. I smiled,
CLARA'S POVI was surprised that Jack and Leo were close friends, In school Leo acted like he didn't even know Jack and now he is in his house. Nevertheless, I was mad at Leo for how he embarrassed me in Jack's house, he even called me a thing. If I was a thing why did he bring me along with him? Why did he hug me the other day? Why did he punish ma'am Lauretta after what she did to me? I knew I met nothing to him neither did he mean anything for me anyways, but based on what Renata had told me about him, he has never treated any other maid or anyone the way he treated me. I felt so bad because he openly called me his maid and a thing, but I didn't want him to notice so I held back the tears that was struggling to flow down my cheek, but I flopped when I couldn't bare it anylonger. I cried in front of Leo and Jack, it was so embarrassing, but as usual Jack was there to console me. He took me to his kitchen and used a wipe to clean my face while he kept on patting my head. "It fin
LEO'S POV. I couldn't explain how I felt after hugging Clara, it was something I long for from my loved ones but I ignored it allowing my emotions take absolute control over me all these years. I also just realized that I also needed someone to care, appreciate and cherish my existence. Most especially I needed someone also love me just the way I am. I never thought of this things not until today after hugging Clara. I cried under my sheets, remembering how lonely I had been all this year, I literally shut everyone out of my life because of the anger that had been burning inside of me this past years. I cried until I fell asleep. The knock on my door the next morning woke me up, I stretched out my hands still lying on my bed tiredly. This was my first time of having such a good sleep, I hadn't slept like this in years, everything was just feeling so good at the moment. I was still smiling awkwardly, lost in my thoughts when I heard the knock again. The thought of the person knock
************"Shoot well Leo, you can't become the leader if you keep on shooting like this. What are you? A child? " Dad hit my head with the tip of the gun and I let out a loud cry, I tried running to mum but he slapped me and kicked me. I fell on the floor holding my right leg in pain, hot tears rolled down my cheek while I hope for this torment to be over but it seemed like it wasn't ending anytime soon.It was my ninth birthday, and dad had promised to give me the best birthday present that morning. I remembered how I anticipated greatly, looking forward to dad's gift, I didn't even have friends to celebrate with, the only friend I had was Jack but he went for holiday in his uncle's house, so It was me and my sister only. My mum and sister came to my room that morning with a cake, they sang a birthday song for me and hugged me tightly. I made a wish in my mind and blew off the fire on the candle."What did you wish for darling?" Mum asked me, running her hands gently on my hair
CLARA POVAfter leaving Leo's room, I went over to the kitchen to see if I could find anything to eat, I was really famished and tired. One thing I wished for was Renata not to be there because, she was definitely going to stop me but my mind was made up to confront her if she did. I haven't been eating well for days just because I have been trying to avoid having any issues with her and I was sick of it already. When I got to the kitchen she wasn't in there, I was felt so relieved. The maids there were already eating so I walked over to the pot to serve myself and none of them spoke a word. Their behavior towards me had suddenly changed. They didn't gossip about me any longer, neither did they glare at me each time they see me, instead they just remove their faces each time my eyes met with any of theirs'. I guess it was because of what Leo did the last time. After serving myself, I turned to leave the kitchen to my room instantly, because staying here to eat was definitely going
It wasn't surprising that Danielle led me to the house where my dad has been hiding all this while, it was their plan all along. The location was quite a distance though, it was in the middle of a thick forest which wasn't familiar to me. I had to park my car by the side of the road, and walked to the building with Danielle. She was sweating profusely right now, she appeared to be weak and was loosing lot of blood. I didn't care less, she could die for all I care. As we got nearer, I pulled her in front of me, just in case there was anyone about to shoot. I would use her as my covering. The opened by itself, seems like it was being controlled from a room or something.Some of my dad's men were standing at different corners of the building, but no one dared to shoot. Maybe that was the instruction my dad had given to them. "Now, where is Clara?" I asked Danielle. She didn't respond, instead she kept on walking to a small building, behind the mansion. We finally got there and I i
I was having a good moment with Clara when I received a call from my men, that my dad had attack us. I had to rush over to help them, hoping to meet my dad.As I got nearer to the house, I heard gun shot coming from inside. There were about five men standing outside with guns in their hands. When they saw me approaching, they began to shoot at me. Unfortunately for them, they weren't skillful in handling guns, I was a pro. I shot all of them while I was still inside my car. As I drew closer to the gate, I looked around making sure that none of my dad men was outside. After being satisfied, I went into the compound. There were about a dozen of corpse on the floor and more were still dropping dead. As I went further, I observed that most of them were my dad's men and I was pleased. I passed through a secret passage and got into the house.My men were trying as much as possible to stop the traitors from entering further. I saw Joe by a door, he was already injured, blood was gushi
There were about fifteen cars parked outside, with Leo men surrounding the cars, while others were still inside. I hoped silently that Leo didn't call them for protection. I felt it might be quite embarrassing for me and would likely draw more attention to us. Both on the roads and in the school.I was still peeking through the window, when the door opened and Leo step in briskly. I tried as much as possible pretend that I hadn't been peering, but there was no way I could possibly hide it. "Get prepared, my men would be escorting us to school." Just as I had thought, Leo had called his men for protection.To me, I felt it wasn't necessary and only shows that Leo was a bit scared. But I guess it was because, he knew his father was unpredictable and might likely do something worst. Leo wore his uniform and left the room while I prepared. When I got outside, I was treated like a queen, as Leo men followed me to the car which Leo was in. The moment the door opened, a wide smile appe
Clara's povLater that day, I went to the maids quarters to look for Danielle. There were lots of questions popping in my brain; only Danielle had the answers. As I got closer to the kitchen, there were noises coming from the kitchen as the maids were talking out loudly."I guess they have finally been released" I muttered to myself. I decided not to look at any of them to avoid being angered again, but to my greatest dismay, they all greeted me the moment I stepped my foot into the kitchen. For some seconds, I was taken a back. In fact, I got shock and could feel my heart beat faster than normal. I stood motionlessly, glancing at each of them and still couldn't believe that they just greeted me including Agnes.Clueless about what to do or how to respond, I only feigned an obvious fake smile and hurriedly left the kitchen, going through the door that leads to the maid quarters. It suddenly occurred to me that I should have probably asked then about Danielle, but it was late no
"Sir, she is in here." I rushed into the room, hoping that it was Clara they had seen and not someone else. Luckily, it was Clara; she was still unconscious and laid on the bed peacefully, completely unaware of her surroundings.I noticed some part of her clothes has been messed with, Jack was lucky to have escaped from me today. If I had gotten hold of him, he would have been in the world of the dead by now. I removed my black jacket, wrapping it around Clara's exposed body. I have never seen her in something this sexy, but I must admit that she looked really hot and could drive a man crazy just by staring at her. While lifting her up, I heard her mumble some words and also speak gibberish. I was certain that, she had mentioned my name. While I went back home, I ordered Joe to find out the owner of the hotel. I carried Clara and my laps, while her head rested on my chest as Joe drove us home. I stared at her, stroking her hair continuously, it was difficult to imagine what I woul
"Where the hell is Clara?" I yelled at the security guards, getting closer to the gate. The moment they heard my voice, they suddenly rushed outside and lined up in a straight line. They bowed their heads while I questioned them, but it only made me more furious. I needed someone to look me in the eye and tell me Clara's whereabout, but none of them where saying anything. The youngest among all the security guard, was standing close to me. I grabbed him by his collar and threatened to kill him, if he refuses to speak up. "Sir, I really don't know. She has been indoors and hadn't crossed this gate today," He said with a shaky voice.My phone began to ring out and I quickly let go of his collar, bringing out the phone to check the caller. It was an unknown number and I was reluctant to pick up. On a second thought, I decided to answer it, considering the fact that Clara was missing. "Check the message being sent to you" I heard a feminine voice say. Her tone was filled with so mu
Danielle excitement knew no bound, the moment I agreed to follow her to the club. My aim was to make Leo worry about me, since he didn't care and told me to do as I pleased. I sat on bed, watching Danielle as she began searching for clothes we were going to put on. "Finally!" She shouted with joy and threw a purple gown at me, which landed on my face. I took the gown off my face and scrutinize it carefully.The first thing I observed was that, the gown was short and it was sleeveless. I wasn't comfortable with wearing this type of cloth and I made it known to Danielle, but she insisted. "The security? What are we going to do with them?" I asked her, realizing that, they weren't going to allow me pass through. They knew Leo never wanted me to step outside without him or his body guard.Danielle assured me that, she was going to handle them and I shouldn't be bothered. She did my make over and styled my hair in a really nice way, making me look so pretty and attractive.I stood in fr
CLARA'S POVSince I saw Leo leave that morning, my mind wasn't at rest and I couldn't help but worry about where he was headed.Danielle was still sleeping peacefully and I had nothing to do. I decided have my bath and read for my upcoming final examination. Luckily for me, the door was left open; I knew Leo had purposely left the door open for me. After taking my bath, I put on a baggy shirt with jean shorts, before going to grab my book which was lying on Leo's desk.I was about to leave the room, when it occurred to me that, it would be better if I stayed in Leo's room to read, to avoid distractions from Danielle.I sat back on the desk, carefully arranging the files which were scattered on the table. I was putting them by the side, making sure that I don't get them mixup. I picked up the last file, when suddenly a picture dropped out it. The man in the picture, had a slight resemblance with Jenny. I would have assumed that he was my father, but I don't even recall my father's f
I and my men got to Clara's house, but there was barely any sign of my dad's men around. We waited in separate cars and in different locations, observing every movement in the house.I saw a young beautiful girl, who I assumed to be Clara sister, open the window and looked out. She inhaled and exhaled gently, before putting down the curtains.She had a slight resemblance with Clara, but one could tell that she was older than Clara. After waiting for about two hours, I saw Clara's mum come out of the house. It seemed like she was leaving for work. I ordered that, one car followed her closely, just incase the plan was to kidnap them, while they were on their way to work. After waiting for a few more minutes, my phone buzzed. I could feel the vibration on my laps and took it out to check the caller. It was Mikky; my spy calling. I sensed that something was fishy instantly. On picking the call, I refused to speak first, waiting for the him to say something before I reciprocated. I