I tried not to look up and stare into his eyes, kept trying to ignore him as I finished my beer. A million thoughts swirled in my head, why is he here? Why is he not leaving? Is he truly the mafia boss?"Why did you f*cking sneak away that day?" I was surprised to hear his question and looked back at him who was looking at me challengingly as if he wanted to see me lying.What? Is he serious?!D*mn it, is he really going to talk about that... here?!I wanted to say that my stomach didn’t flip in strange feeling when I saw him, looking handsome in the dangerous ways that I know could make every woman swoon whenever see him wearing black long pants with a black shirt rolled up sleeves which shows the tattoo on the back of his arm and the thick muscles of him.Yes, muscles…I know how thick his muscles truly are.F*ck!Stop thinking like that!He lift his eyebrow, becoming all serious, “I will bend you to this counter if you keep f*cking staring at me like that” His comment is like a sla
“So, who’s he?”He? What is he talking about?My eyebrow raise in confusion before turn to meet his gaze."Huh? Who?" I was confused by his sudden question.He raised an eyebrow, "That well-dressed rich man." His funny response made me crack up.Oh...“Daniel?”“He likes you.” It was a statement, not a question and I didn’t say anything to answer it, well.. We aren't in a relationship so why should I explain it to him.When we pulled out from the parking space I noticed the dozen other bikes scattered around the place, some of the men who spread around nodded their heads when we drove past them. So he knows them too…I look back at him, “I didn’t know you knew Vernon.”“One of the members.” He said in a flat tone before making a turn that I know isn’t the way to my apartment, “You hungry?” He asked but already made a stop into the Italian restaurant.I chuckled and shook my head knowing he already walked out from the driver seat to open my door."What happened to asking?" I grumbled a
Another week flew off quickly without any incident or any meet up with the man, Bradley, anymore, it’s like he vanished and I never see or heard anything about him even when I’m in Kate's cafe.I know I should be happy, it’s what I want right?People left, isn't that what I want?Daniel had also changed since that night, he seemed to keep his distance from me now and only talked if there were things related to the hospital or work and I should be happy this finally happen, right?But why I feel like something missing?First, I didn’t see Bradley anymore..Second, Daniel kept a distance..Third, Maya has been working…And Vern has always been busy with his new girlfriend…D*mn, I need a new best friend. I have no one to accompany me lately, Ugh...Before I knew it, a year had passed, and my normal life was back without the annoyance of men in black suits or any gangsters anymore.Isn’t it what I want?Daniel has a girlfriend now who always comes to the hospital whenever he has shifts a
Couple of hours later.... "Thank goodness... the operation is done, the bullet has been removed, it's just a matter of waiting for him to wake up to see the results" Dr. Robert sighed as he came out of the operating room and explained to Dr. Patrik who nodded his head with me followed behind. "Thank you Doctor." Dr. Patrick replied to him. "Thank you also for the help of our young Dr. Dwyne, it was a pleasure working with you. thank you." I jerked and nodded my head to Dr. Robert who complimented me before he went the other way to help another patient. I sighed.. Thank God it's over.. Nervous about being alone with Dr. Patrick, I bowed my head before trying to make my way to the intern's lounge. "You saved him again..." I stopped in my tracks before turning back to look him in the eye, " He once again owes you his life." He added seriously. I sighed before flashing a small smile, "It's my duty as a doctor." I replied with a shrug. He nodded his head as if agreeing with my answe
The smell of delicious coffee woke me up and I opened my eyes to see we were at a drive through to buy coffee.Marco looked over when he realized I was awake and smiled, "Perfect timing, what coffee would you like?" He asked kindly as his driving partner ordered 2 americanos.I cleared my throat before straightening up and sitting down comfortably, they let me drift off to sleep and I was thankful for the attention given to me."Hot chocolate only, I can't drink coffee." I replied with a small smile and made the man in front of me raise an eyebrow but still placed my order.The man named Marco handed me my hot chocolate with a Tuna sandwich, "You need to eat too." He said when he saw me staring at the sandwich he gave me."Thank you." I said before closing my mouth as I yawned widely.As I opened the plastic and started eating, the car started moving again and I realized something."So you know my new apartment." I said as I started eating the sandwich in my hand, it’s not a question
Letting out a long sigh, I knew that I could no longer delay going to the recovery room and seeing Bradley's condition there.After visiting the inpatient ward and checking on the patients there with some of the main doctors, I couldn't find any more excuses not to go to the recovery room.All the senior doctors patted me on the back and congratulated me when they heard that I managed to save someone important with my intuitive speed in handling emergency patients.Trying to keep smiling and not roll my eyes in annoyance, because isn't that what they usually do? Saving people? Why does it matter when I succeed?Sighed... I guess it was because of who Bradley was, was it just me who was weird for not knowing who he was?"Dwyne..." I looked over to see Daniel walking towards me with a smile "I heard that you managed to save a man and this hospital" He said as he walked beside me.Frowning my face as I was confused by the words he threw out "man and hospital?" I responded quickly and ask
Since then several specialist doctors have asked for my help and it has been two days since he’s moved to an inpatient room, but I only told my junior colleague to monitor him because today I also have two neurology surgeries scheduled with Dr. Stefan, so I can only visit him when he's asleep."Thank you for your hard work doctor." Dr Stefan said to me as we finished the operation and he went to the senior doctor's room.I nodded my head respectfully before sighing and walking towards the doctor's internship room.It was 1am in the morning and I was thinking of visiting Bradley before getting some rest, so I turned around and walked towards a different direction.Ping..Being in a different building, I walked out of the elevator and saw 2 guards standing at the entrance of the VVIP ward. Yes, the entire 7th floor VVIP cannot be entered except by the patient's family from Bradley and authorized hospital employees.Dr. Patrick explained that not only for security but also to avoid any u
I was asked to rest while they checked for concussion or internal bleeding as my face was now severely swollen."Are you alright doctor Dwyne?" Asked the senior nurse named Mona who helped me ice my swollen eyes and gave me the repellent I had requested since my head started throbbing, "Why are you that reckless instead of asking for help from his guards outside?" She sighed and looked worried.Yes, all bystanders must have thought this was horrible, because my face was so swollen that it was difficult for me to open my eyes.D*mn, I didn't expect him to hit me so quickly and make me who has this martial arts basic ashamed of my carelessness."What happened to the attacker?" I asked, wondering if she knew anything about it.She shrugged, " I heard that the guards took care of it and brought it straight to the police station." She replied before going out and continuing her work, leaving me alone in the doctor room.I sighed while throwing my head in the pillow to get some sleep since
The next day, Dwyne couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow, a bemused smile tugging at her lips as she saw Marco and Gray standing in the lobby, a sleek black Mercedes waiting behind them. Both men stood confidently, arms crossed, clearly in no rush, as if they’d been waiting all morning.“Seriously? You two are my bodyguards now?” Dwyne exclaimed in disbelief, shaking her head as she walked toward the car. My God…She paused only for a second, glancing at the luxurious vehicle. It was the kind of car she never imagined herself stepping into, much less on a casual trip to the hospital.Marco and Gray exchanged amused looks, shrugging in unison. “You know how much you matter to him," Marco said with a grin, gesturing for her to get inside.Dwyne rolled her eyes at their response. “To him? Or to all of you?” she muttered as she slid into the car. It was a rhetorical question, but she couldn’t shake the feeling. The weight of it all. Us—they’d said. Them all. The realization was unsett
Phillipe Quinn stood by his office window, swirling the glass of whiskey in his hand. The weight of seeing Ellaine after all these years hung heavily on him. He hadn’t expected it, certainly not in the chaotic setting of a public hospital. Ellaine… She looks well…The years of separation, filled with silence and unanswered questions, flooded his thoughts. He wasn’t sure what to make of it, but one thing was clear—Ellaine hadn’t been alone.The memory of the man who accompanied her flashed in his mind. Who is he?There was something about him, something dangerous, even more so than Benjamin Harrington. Ugh.. The thought made Phillipe clench his jaw. Benjamin had been a nightmare for their family, especially for Ellaine, and the idea of someone worse lurking around her filled him with dread.His thoughts were interrupted when Harry, his second brother and colleague, spoke up. “What’s going on, Phillipe? You’ve been staring at me for a full minute. You look like you’ve seen a ghost.
My eyes widened when we arrived at The Astoria, a luxury apartment complex in Coral Gables, just a stone's throw away from Palm Beach. Is he serious?!The sleek glass facade gleamed under the afternoon sun, and palm trees lined the pristine entrance, making the place look more like a five-star resort than a residence. I couldn’t help but take in the grandeur as Gray stopped in the lobby. When I turned to Bradley, he was already staring at me, that guilt-ridden smile plastered on his face. He knew exactly what I was thinking."You put me in The Astoria?" I frowned, my voice filled with shock and a hint of disbelief. Of course, Bradley would go overboard after everything that had happened. I should’ve known this would be his way of keeping me safe.He raised his eyebrows, his playful grin barely masking the seriousness underneath. "It's the safest place," he replied. "Unless you want to stay in one of my mansions?" His eyes lit up in excitement, as though the idea of me moving into h
As Benjamin Harrington walked back towards his Bentley, his eyes remained locked on Bradley, who stood beside Dwyne with a protective stance.The disbelief on Benjamin’s face was palpable as he tried to process the unexpected scenario unfolding before him.Bradley’s presence was commanding; his posture was assertive, a stark contrast to the apprehensive demeanor of Benjamin.Dwyne, clutching Bradley’s arm with a grip that spoke volumes of her reliance and trust, was visibly shaken.Benjamin couldn’t help but wonder about this man who had become so integral to Dwyne’s life. The juxtaposition of their reactions—Dwyne clinging to Bradley as if her life depended on it and Bradley’s unwavering vigilance—made Benjamin’s curiosity deepen.The tension in the air was thick. Dwyne’s heart raced with a frenetic rhythm, not from fear of Benjamin, but from concern for what Bradley might d
As Dwyne and Bradley's car glided through the familiar streets of Palm Beach, a mix of nostalgia and melancholy washed over her.The palm trees lining the avenue swayed gently in the warm breeze, casting dappled shadows on the road. This was the place where she had spent her formative years, a place now filled with memories both bittersweet and poignant.Their first stop was the old Ballet building, a grand structure with arched windows and elegant columns. Dwyne’s gaze softened as she looked up at the building, the place where she had spent countless hours perfecting her craft.She remembered the thrill of her first recital, the hard-earned applause, and the grueling practice sessions. But it was also where her dreams had been interrupted by a cruel twist of fate. A sharp pain surged
The private jet glided smoothly through the skies, carrying Dwyne and Bradley back to America after their whirlwind trip.The lush green landscapes of Italy had gradually given way to the sprawling vistas of the American Midwest, and now the jet was nearing its destination.As the plane journeyed on, the weight of their conversations and the revelations shared between them lingered in the air.Bradley had opened up to Dwyne about his life, his role in the Mafia, and the burdens and responsibilities that came with it. It had been a deep, often intense sharing of his world, one that had laid bare the vulnerabilities and challenges he faced.Now, as they flew back home, Dwyne felt it was her turn to reveal her own story—a story she had kept guarded for a l
The next morning, the soft light of dawn crept through the curtains of their villa on the Amalfi Coast. The gentle sound of waves lapping against the shore created a serene backdrop as Bradley gently woke Dwyne with passionate kisses on her lips while stroking her naked body under the blanket. She stirred, her eyes fluttering open to meet his warm gaze.“Good morning, Amore mio” Bradley said, his voice tinged with excitement and warmth. “I have something special planned for us today.”Dwyne stretched and smiled, her curiosity piqued. “What’s going on?”Bradley’s eyes sparkled with both pride and nervousness. “We’re going to have breakfast with my family”“What?” Dwyne’s heart raced with a mix of excitement and apprehension. “I.. I’m honored and a little nervous.”Bradley gave her a reassuring smile. “There’s no need to be nervous. My uncle and his wife are wonderful people. They’ll appreciate you as much as I do.”The morning was crisp and clear, and after a quick breakfast at their
“What? We’re not coming home yet?!” Dwyne exclaimed in disbelief, her eyes widening as she processed the news. “You’ve planned another trip? Where to this time?” Her voice was a mix of astonishment and excitement, as she tried to grasp the full extent of Bradley’s elaborate plans.Next, they flew to France, where Paris awaited with its timeless charm.“I can’t believe it—France?!” Dwyne exclaimed in wonder, her voice filled with awe as she peered out of the plane window. The sight of the Eiffel Tower, standing tall and elegant against the Parisian skyline, took her breath away.Her eyes wide with disbelief and excitement. The iconic landmark seemed to shimmer in the distance, a perfect prelude to the magical experiences Bradley had promised.
Dwyne cast a skeptical glance at Bradley as they approached the bustling airport, her eyebrows raised in curiosity. “So, Bradley, you really think we’re going to manage without any luggage? I didn’t bring anything.”Bradley’s face broke into a reassuring smile. “Absolutely. I’ve got everything covered. You don’t need to worry about a thing—just enjoy the adventure.”Okay then, she thought with a shake head.Dwyne shook her head in disbelief but trusted Bradley’s confidence. His track record of surprises and meticulous planning had always been spot on, so she decided to go along with it.Their first destination was Switzerland, where the snowy landscapes greeted them with a magical winter wonderland. They landed in Zurich, and a sleek black car whisked them away to a luxurious alpine chalet nestled in the heart of the Alps. The chalet, with its panoramic views of the snow-covered peaks and cozy interior, was nothing short of spectacular.Inside the spacious, elegantly appointed changi