My head breaks the surface, and I gasp for air, trying to get my bearings. My vision is blurred as I swipe water from my eyes, hearing the sound of laughter echoing around me.“It’s not funny!” I yell, my voice hoarse from the cold water and the rising lump in my throat.But the laughter grows louder, more mocking. They think this is funny. Their faces are lit up with amusement, and my stomach twists with humiliation.I start to swim towards the edge when suddenly, a sharp pain shoots through my neck. I cry out as I’m yanked backward, plunging under the water again. Panic floods me as I kick my legs, trying to push myself back up, gasping for air when I finally break the surface.My heart races as I look to my right and see the guy who pulled me.Sebastian.His face is twisted in anger as his fingers move, seizing my throat with a force that sends waves of pain through me.“I just called you pretty,” he sneers, his grip tightening. “And wanted to ask you to hang out with me. But you h
I wake up feeling like I’ve been hit by a truck. My head pounds, my throat is sore, and my entire body aches. As soon as I open my eyes, I can tell something is wrong. The room feels colder than usual, or maybe it’s just me. I reach up to touch my face, and my skin feels clammy and warm, but not in a good way. My nose is stuffy, and I can barely breathe through it. I try to swallow, but my throat is on fire.I sigh, knowing this isn’t just the aftermath of a rough night. I’m sick. Really sick.Slowly, I force myself to sit up in bed, wincing as a wave of dizziness hits me. I take a few deep breaths, trying to steady myself, but it doesn’t help much. The events of last night flash through my mind—being thrown into the pool, almost drowned by that guy, struggling to breathe. It was a nightmare, and now my body is paying the price for it.I shiver as I throw off the covers and drag myself out of bed. My legs feel weak, and I have to steady myself against the nightstand as I get to my fee
As I stand in front of the club, the same one where that bastard laid his hands on Emily, I can feel the rage boiling inside me. My fists clench, and it takes everything in me not to storm in there and tear the place apart. I can’t get the image out of my head—Emily, scared and vulnerable, being attacked by some random jerk who thought he could hurt her. Just thinking about it makes my blood burn with anger.Emily needed someone that night. She needed me. And I wasn’t there for her.I lied to her this morning. I told her I had some work to finish up. She probably thought it was something business-related, maybe another deal or some paperwork. But this, right here, is the real work. I couldn’t let this go. No way. That guy has to pay for what he did, and not in some small way. He deserves the worst, and I’m going to make sure he gets it.It wasn’t easy getting Emily to admit the name of the club. She hesitated, probably worried that I’d go off the rails. And she’s right—I am. But I had
I glance up at the clock, it’s already midnight and yet Zack hasn’t returned from the meeting he was talking about earlier. He told me it was urgent, so he called Keith to take care of me.He is doing a really great job; he served me meals, reminded me of my medicines, and even cleaned the whole house while I was lying in my bed the entire day.However, I’m feeling a little better.“It’s your turn, Emmy,” Keith says as he stares at his cards, rearranging them in his hands.We have been playing the card game on my bed for about two hours because I was getting bored. Lying all day and doing nothing.I glance at my cards and smile wide. “Gotcha!” I say, slapping my card on his. He raises an eyebrow but doesn’t seem too impressed.“Nice move,” he murmurs, laying his cards on the white sheet. We both are sitting crossed legs on the bed.“But this game isn’t over yet,” he smirks.I laugh a little. Keith is much more laid back than I expected, and it’s been kind of nice to have him around to
Kyren’s guard hands me a think file as we sit at the table, at one of the few restaurants where mafias feel comfortable. It’s a safe place for a deal like this, though I’ve come to trust no one in this world. Ever since Marcellus tried to invade my agency I have been wary, more cautious. I don’t trust anyone easily, especially not someone like Kyren.I flip open the file and start skimming through the pages. It’s all here, everything I expected.Weapons.Kyren is known for being one of the best on the market. It is expensive for sure but top-notch quality. I can’t fault the man for that.Six million dollars is what I’ve offered. A fair price for the kind of arsenal we’re talking about. As I glance over the inventory, I know this deal is necessary, but it doesn’t mean I have to like the guy.I’ve never been one for small talk or fake friendliness, especially not with people who know too well how much power I hold. They always want something from me, and I’m not interested in handing ov
I glance at myself in the mirror one last time, feeling a little flutter in my stomach.I’m wearing a scoop-neck olive green dress that hugs my body just right, paired with a simple black choker and black heels. I like how the outfit looks on me, and for a moment, I let a small smile slip across my face. I feel excited. Nervous, but in a good way. I’m meeting Zack tonight and I want to look my best.He was there for me when I was sick. It still feels strange to think about how much he did for me. zack is not exactly the type you’d imagine running around taking care of someone, especially not someone like me. But he did. He called a doctor when I needed one, and made sure Keith stayed with me to help while he was busy with his own work. I don’t even know how to thank him properly for all of it.That’s why I decided to visit him today. Tonight.I have taken another day off from the floral shop. Even though I’m feeling much better than yesterday. My fever is almost gone, and the dizzines
The limo comes to a stop near the marble ramp, and a guard opens the door for me as I step out.I sigh as I walk up the stairs and loosen my tie.It was incredibly boring sitting alone in the office, signing papers, deals, and checks. My wrist is hurting a little. I'm considering working from home for a few days instead of going to the agency. However, I might send Keith occasionally to ensure that everything is running smoothly at the agency and in our system.Besides, the most important thing was the deal of more arsenals, which has been done today. After the meeting when I arrived at the agency, Kyren told me on the call that the guns would arrive at my place the day after tomorrow but the large and the most expensive might be a few weeks.I stride into the entrance hall as the guards open the door for me.I look around and one of my servants comes into view, holding a glass of water in their hand.I take it and have a few sips.“Where’s Keith?” I ask as hand the glass back to him.
I feel the sun’s rays gently falling on my eyes as I slowly open them.Why do I feel so much more cozy in my bed? It’s softier.I slightly bury my face into the pillow. Please I don’t want to go to the shop today, even though I feel better.Anyway, my head rises from the pillow while I rub my eyes.“Ms Whites?”I look to my right. My eyebrows scrunch in confusion—a guy dressed in a uniform that normally a servant wears.White shirt with a high collar, black waistcoat, and black trousers.“Now that you're awake, what would you like for breakfast??” he asks.“Wha-” I pause and look around.I’m perched on a grand, round bed that feels almost luxurious, surrounded by imposing wardrobes seamlessly built into the wall. This bedroom is much larger than my own, giving it an airy and spacious feel. The windows stretch tall and wide, allowing streams of natural light to flood the room, while the floor beneath me boasts elegant marble that gleams softly in the sunlight. The dressing table is a s