Angelina-I groaned when the sunlight fell on my eyes. I turned my head sideways and then tried to block it by pillow but then, at last, got up.My body ached, my back especially stung like hell. I moved from the bed and stepped on the floor but flinched in pain when my bare foot touched the floor. Limping myself, I walked into the bathroom. When I saw myself in the mirror, I gasped in shock.Oh god! I look like some zombie!My lips were swollen, my neck had bruises all over it and my arm was bandaged.I don't remember bandaging myself; then who was it?I leaned over the counter and then my mind remembered everything that happened. I remember having a dream about Danzel, I think he woke up, and then I insisted him to stay.Oh god, how can I be so sick?It was Danzel who was the one to beat me in the first place and now, I made him comfort me.Jesus! What I am going to do with myself?I had trouble taking shower because every time the water hit the wounds, it would sting like hell. The
AngelinaIt has been two weeks since I last saw Danzel. Two weeks since I came to know about Thomas's death. I cried every night. I couldn't accept the fact that he killed my friend. I knew he was a dangerous man but never did I ever think that he will try to do something like this. Even though he's mafia, he shouldn't kill the innocent one. No one has the right to kill them.I lazily got up and went towards the bathroom. My face looked like hell. My eyes were swollen, deep red from crying. So instead of a shower, I took a warm bath. I felt my muscles relaxing when I sat in the tub. After sitting there for what seemed like hours, I got up and dried up. I got ready and went downstairs. I was very hungry. I guess I had eaten 24 hours before. I descended the stairs and stood silently on the last one.Silence greeted me.Where is he? Is he gone already?Nodding to myself, I walked down.Good for me.I went into the kitchen. There was a plate covered and a glass of juice on the table. It al
AngelinaTo be honest, I slept well last night. I didn't have that dream again for which I was relieved. I never was able to sleep after I would have the dream but last night was for the first time I could actually sleep. My mind would always think of those horrible days of my life which I always tried to erase but it was like they'd stuck with me. Maybe it was the assurance Danzel had given me last night that was the reason for me to fall asleep.I brushed my teeth, cleaned myself, and headed downstairs. He promised me last night that he won't go but now I couldn't see any trace of him. He left. I sighed and made my way to the kitchen. As soon as my gaze fell upon the figure standing by the counter, I let out a small scream.It was Danzel.He quickly turned around to look at me."Why the hell are you screaming in the morning?"He asked plating the pasta."Uh-Nothing, "I said shrugging, and went and sat on the chair.He gave me my plate and the juice and said,"Eat."I nodded and dig in
Angelina"What?" I exclaimed in disbelief.Is this guy gone crazy? He practically pulled me out of my bed at 7 in the morning to inform me that we were going out. Where in the world is he taking me at this hour? I know this man can function with probably no sleep but I need it. Sleep is my favorite work to do. I love sleeping. And this man is telling me to get up and get ready within an hour!"Yes, Angelina. We are going out," he said rolling his eyes at me, "please do me a favor and get ready."I was fuming now. How dare he rolls his eyes at me when I am the person who should be irritated? He disturbed my sleep, he told me to get ready and now he is getting irritated."Don't you go rolling your eyes on me, Danzel! You have no right to do it." I glared at him, "And where are you taking me early morning?""Firstly, it's not early in the morning, it's 7, ohh—7:30 am." He said looking at his watch and then continued, "And we are leaving this place." He said, putting his hands in his pock
Angelina "Get up, sleepyhead." I felt Danzel whispering, "We are there."I opened my eyes to look at him. I was still on his lap, my hands were around his torso and my legs curled up.Did I just sleep on his lap, in his arms?Wow."How long did I sleep?" I asked because my mood wasn't okay when I opened my eyes. I got up from his lap and sat on my seat beside him straightening my dress."You took a small nap for 30 minutes or so. Don't worry you can sleep once we take off." He said and got out of the car and walked towards my side opening the door for me."Take off. As in we are traveling by plane?" I asked trying not to be nervous. Instead of getting up from the seat, I scooted behind further in the car.Danzel noticed my actions and narrowed his eyes at me."Yes. Now come on fast." He took my hand.I got up slowly. I haven't traveled by plane till now. We always either used trains or roadways. I had the phobia of heights not much, but the meters between my foot and the ground made
AngelinaI was beyond angry with him. How could he bring me to an altogether new country? How dare he? I know I couldn't return back home to my mother but that doesn't mean that I could go with him anywhere he wishes to be!The city of Rome was unexceptionally beautiful. I kept my gaze outside the window, observing the new city. In the meantime, Danzel was sitting next to me with his tablet reading or doing whatever. Soon we started reaching the outskirts of the city. The driver took a dive on the road which led into the forest. Does he live in the forest?? I thought to myself because we were surrounded by trees. It was sort of a lonely road that had dry leaves on the roadside. It looked a bit scary for me, but I doubted Danzel would scare the evil as well.I chuckled at the thought.After a few minutes, a beautiful house, or I must say a beautiful villa stood there in full glory. Is he so rich that he owns a freaking giant house???The car came to halt. Danzel came and opened the door
Danzel"Is that all Gabriel?" I asked him.It was midnight and I had informed my men to gather in our basement. I needed to take a full account of what happened in my absence. All the others were already instructed to sleep before we finish our work."Uh-No..." Simon said as he shifted in his seat.I immediately sensed some sort of tension. My men never hesitate to do anything, even if it's burning someone alive."Speak, fast," I said in a stern voice."Ethan is planning on something, Danzel." He said.My eyes immediately snapped at his words. Ethan, Fucking Ethan."Agent Sam has told us a few days ago that, Ethan's included in the human trafficking business," Philip informed me.I closed my eyes controlling my anger. That asshole would never change. That fucking piece of shit would always try to do something cheap. But this time it's over the hills. He's about human trafficking. I wouldn't let this happen. I wouldn't let him destroy more lives like he destroyed mine. I wouldn't let t
AngelinaIt has been 30 minutes since I have been sitting on my bed, with my hands gripping my head.How could I do it? How could I? How could I kiss him??Oh god!I was possibly shocked by the nightmare, and maybe, I kissed because I needed some comfort.Argh, but who kisses someone in need of comfort??He did kiss back but then recoiled from it. He denied me, he rejected me.Oh god...why don't I go and dig myself in embarrassment.It was way too much for you to be embarrassed Angel; you should be ashamed of what you did.But the way his face looked worried, his eyes held concern for me, his lips looked delicious...Ohh, stop it! You horny girl...I looked at the time and realized I slept in late. I hopped in the shower and cleaned myself. I closed my eyes when the water hit my face and his face crossed my mind. My fingers automatically touched my lips; they still lingered from his kisses. The way his tongue rolled over a mine. The way his teeth—Argh, stop it..."Just stop it, Angel
Did you think I'd write a bonus chapter and not let Danzel speak? >.
ANGELINA -Five years later...I scrunched my eyelids when the light hit my face. Shifting in displeasure, I snuggled into a warm body. Arms went around me and I sighed, instantly welcoming the intimacy. The arms tightened around me and then the fingers spread, slowly tracing my back. I groaned and moved closer, wanting to sleep more but the man had different plans. He brought his face closer to my hair and breathed out. Straightway, a shiver ran over my body and a small chuckle echoed through the silent room.I looked up and glared."Good morning," Danzel said hoarsely with a beautiful smile on his face."Let go of me," I grumbled and moved back.He laughed loudly at my expression and propped himself to face me. "Someone's grumpy.""I hate you," I said and snuggled into a pillow.I was pushed onto the bed and a sleepy Danzel hovered above me. He scraped his stubble over my neck and planted a kiss."Danzel," I said pushing him in vain.His lips traveled up and then he kissed me. his l
ANGELINA - I screamed until my throat coughed out dry air. Mike's body fell on the ground with a loud thud; his eyes wide open in shock stared at the ceiling. My heartbeats fastened under my rib cage.I stared at the man, unaware of what Ace was doing. I heard him curse loudly and then I looked up.If I was afraid of him before, I was terrified of him now. His green eyes were hauntingly staring at me. I didn't dare to move a muscle.I slowly watched Ace drag Mike's body through the living room behind the couch. Just a few hours ago, this man fed me, saved me from Ace, and now, he lay dead in the same house."Look what you made me do!" Ace spoke finally.I was too scared to say anything. My eyes stayed glued to the smeared red on the floor. Mike's blood felt like accusing me, shouting at me for his life."I was going to give you an easy death," Ace said coming closer, "But now, you have to pay for the mess you made."And after that, a loud smack resonated through the room and I fell b
ANGELINA -I woke up to loud screaming. My eyelids felt heavy against my eyeballs and I struggled to open them. The pulse near my head throbbed painfully. I heard Ace shouting something and finally, I opened my eyes. The man, who was friends with Ace, was saying something. I saw Ace breathing fast, the man was telling him to calm down.A loud groan escaped my mouth and both the heads snapped at me."The bitch's awake," Ace snickered."Oh thank god," the man sighed and got up. He brought a bottle towards my mouth and I moved my head aside. I wasn't drinking whatever this man was forcefully shoving."It's just water," he grumbled, "Drink!"This time he took my jaw between his fingers and tilted the bottle. I wasn't going to drink it but as soon as it hit my throat, I gladly welcomed the water.Once he was done, he pulled away from the bottle and checked my jaw. The cuts along my cheek stung when he dabbed his fingers in it. I shut my eyes and hissed in pain."Christ," he swore and pulle
DANZEL -"We can also put up something for collateral if you wish to, Mr. Parker?"I shook my head, "There won't be any need for that, Mr. Simon. I am sure I can trust your word."He smiled and then handed me the paper, I took out my pen and finalized the deal."We look forward to having business with you, Mr. Parker." He said shaking my hand."As long as everyone's happy," I said and smiled.All the other members got up and I walked toward my office. My fingers immediately searched for my phone and I checked it. No reply from Angelina, which means she was upset. Philip walked in with some files in his hand."Are we going home straight?" he asked me, "Or are you planning on catching up with some drinks with the client?""My girl's upset because I hung up on her, what do you say I should do?" I said while looking at the details in the file."Is it?" he laughed, "Definitely the girl, boss.""What did my sunshine do this time?" Creed spoke while strolling behind."Nothing new," I murmure
ANGELINA -I heard faint murmuring. The pain in my head echoed through the depths of my mind. I wanted to massage my head and squeeze it between my fingers to try and lessen the pain. The scrutinizing agony made me want to crawl somewhere safe, in the warmth I needed.My eyes fluttered open and I blinked them. My face was covered in sweat and my hands, I couldn't move them.Gritting my teeth in pain, I moved my head and looked around. There were many people around me, shuffling and some sitting quietly.I was on a plane. I looked over to my left and saw no one. My mind was dizzy, my entire body felt heavy as I struggled to call the air hostess. I strained my neck and pat the seat next to me to get her attention.She looked over at me and smiled, "How are you feeling, Ms. Jones?"Ms. Jones?No!"I want-" I struggled to say.She leaned in to listen to me but then a hand stopped her. Through my heavy lids, I saw him saying something to her and she watched me with sympathy."So sorry to he
ANGELINA - The next few days were the best days of my life. After everyone found out about my pregnancy, they were overjoyed about it. Yara started taking extra care of me and she'd worry about small things. The love they showered upon me was overwhelming.Danzel was a whole another story. He was always being careful about me. He started cutting off his working hours in order to spend more time with me.Three days ago, Danzel and I moved on the ground floor. The experience was amazing. He was possessive about me but he was protective when it came to our baby. He'd be a great father, I was sure of it."Okay, it's been ten minutes and you are staring blankly at me and it's freaking me out." Susan's voice snapped me from my trance. I smiled apologetically. "What are you thinking?" she asked me."About you people, actually. You all have been really helpful to me."She rolled her eyes at me, "Are you kidding me?" walking toward me and sat down. "You are family, Angel.""Thank you!" I said
ANGELINA -"Come on, Angelina," Danzel called out, "We are going to be late.""Don't you dare start with that!" I said, glaring at him from the mirror as I fixed my hair, "I was ready thirty minutes ago. You jumped on me as soon you saw me."He laughed at my words, "Don't make it sound like that. I know you enjoyed it."I snorted at his words and saw him walking closer. He narrowed his eyes at me playfully and pressed himself. Groaning at his action, I pushed him back."Go back; I won't let you mess up my hair again.""It's not my fault that you look so damn sexy," he whispered huskily, "I am a man with thin patience."I breathed in to control my nerves and looked at him, "Yeah? Well, I tend to have a lot of patience.""What's gotten into you these days?" Danzel said, rubbing his hand up and down my waist, "You are all snappy and everything."With my teeth clenched tightly, I said, "If you don't like me then say it."Danzel looked at me for a second before turning me around. I gasped
ANGELINA —"What?""I think it's time for you to leave, Scarlett," Susan said stepping closer."It's not your house, Susan," Scarlett said bitterly."Well, it is mine." I heard Fiona saying, "And I want you to leave this instant."Scarlett glared at Fiona and then looked at me, "We had crazy nights where your death didn't matter."My mouth felt dry at her words. Was it true? Did he really sleep with her multiple times?"Angel—""I am going to the garden," I said and ran quickly.The garden was the same as I had left it. The sweet scent of the flowers made me sigh. I walked over and sat on the bench. My mind replayed her words.We had crazy nights where your death didn't matter.Didn't it? Was he really moving on with his life? Of course, he would've. I had left for San Diego to leave him alone, to live a life that didn't involve him. I did live my life without him. I had an apartment of my own, I earned my money. I moved on and I lived my life but not like he did. He moved on by sleep