ANGELINA POV:"Why didn't you let me die?"I stared at him with tears continuously flowing from my eyes. I didn't bother to wipe them off or anything. My head felt heavy and my eyelids were shutting on their own but I kept them open. I wanted to know why he didn't run himself and save his life."Why didn't you?" I whispered lowering my gaze."I couldn't leave you there. You were my patient and I couldn't leave you there to die," he answered."You could leave me there," I muttered."But I didn't."We both stayed silent, not uttering a word to each other. I didn't know what to say so I kept staring at my fingers and I guess he was waiting for me to ask something.My mind didn't wander off to all the things that had happened, nor did it think about the guy I fell in love with, in fact, it was blank. My thoughts were blank, and so was my heart. Empty, void of any emotions it could ever have experienced."Angelina?""Hmm?" I looked at Peter."You should rest. You have done lots of talking
ANGELINA POV:The next day, we headed to the airport. I was still on my wheelchair so Peter had to do everything. As the plane started leaving the ground, I felt the familiar pit in my stomach the first time I had traveled. Memories of that day flooded my mind; my first flight was with Danzel. After knowing that it was my first time in the air, Danzel had distracted me by placing feather-like kisses all over my jaw and neck. A shiver rang through my body at the memory of his lips against my skin. Not wanting to cry anymore, I shook my head getting rid of his thoughts. I was now leaving this country, along with everything behind, the people, the haunting incidents, the happy memories, and the terrifying moments. I was not going to think about it or at least try to not think about it. I know it would be difficult but I didn't have any choice. I couldn't sit and cry over what had happened to me. And no matter how much my heart desired I wouldn't go back to the person who left me there in
ANGELINA POV:"What?" I stared at him disbelievingly. He closed his eyes for a moment and then opened them again. Battling with words, he spoke with calmness in his voice,"Yes, I want you to go and see a therapist.""You think-you think, I am mad?" I said shifting away from him.He widened his eyes at my outburst and shook his head furiously."No-no, I don't- I would never! Angel, you are taking my words in the wrong way." He said."That's what you said, you told me to go see a therapist. You are implying that I am mentally unstable." I said blinking away the tears threatening to surface above.13"No, I am not saying that." He said moving closer and holding my hands and said, "You are having panic attacks, aren't you? And then nightmares are terrifying you day by day. You are always closed off. I understand if you don't want to speak to me but at least speak to someone who might help you get rid of them.""I don't want any help. I can manage it myself." I snapped."I know you can but
Surprise, surprise! ;)I decided to get rid of a little sleep and write down one more chapter for all my amazing and lovely readers! At first, I thought about writing a small one but then one word led to another, and well, you know, here goes the update!ANGELINA POV:My eyes blurred off the people I was pushing and making my way through. I ran, not caring about the heels piercing my ankles, and the pain shot through them. My heart thumped loudly in my ears when my brain tried to assure me that it was my hallucination and not the real man. Some part of my conscious brain knew that the sudden stunt I had done back thereby stopping in the middle of the speech and running like a mad woman will surely end me in trouble but I couldn't care less. It was like the time when you see your death and your life both standing in front of you staring at you, looking at you in the eyes with the same intensity that'd make you die of suffocation and also fill your lungs with fresh air.I didn't know w
ANGELINA POV:That evening I decided to go back to my apartment and forget about what happened or think about what was about to happen. Danzel hadn't returned in search of me since the fundraiser incident. Even though I was too scared to leave Peter's apartment and had myself house arrested, Peter said he didn't see Danzel anywhere. So then I decided to get back to my normal life, or maybe get back to the life I was pretending to live normally.The next day I went jogging alone because Peter had a date last night. He was moving on which was a good sign. After he had told me about his feelings for me, I was unsure about how to act in front of him anymore. It was the guilt I tried to suppress every time I looked at him and realize that no matter what he has done for me or no matter how grateful I am for that, I can never love him or anyone. I was never the morning jogging type of girl. I was always the one who'd love to sleep even when half of the world has already begun their day. I re
Angelina's POV:"Why the fuck are you still wearing sweatpants?" Jo's said angrily and then pushed past me."Stop swearing, Jo." I sighed and closed the door."You aren't even fucking dressed!" She exclaimed ignoring my last sentence."It's fine, I will be ready in a minute," I said waving her off."You get naked in one minute. Getting ready requires a lot of time." She said walking into my bedroom.To be honest, I had totally forgotten about our plans. When I came home this afternoon, I sat by the window staring at nothing particular. My thoughts were revolving around what happened in the café. Danzel was all I could think about. I relished in the feeling of letting my heart beat in its own rhythm, letting my mind think whatever it wants to, letting my heart desire whoever it wants to. I was all by myself and no one was there to see me and so I didn't have to pretend to be okay and normal. Instead, I did the exact opposite of normal. I sat like an insane person in one position which
DANZEL POV:Even though I quickened my steps to walk away from her cries, my ears still felt the faint sobs falling from her mouth. I wanted to walk away from her; if I don't then I might do something I'll possibly regret for the rest of my life.I spotted my car at the corner, the driver who was one of my men, was standing watching everything. I rushed across the street and he opened the door for me. Before getting inside, I turned around to see the beautiful girl of my dreams crying with another man in her arms.Another man.I brushed back the jealousy surfacing my mind and then turned to my driver and told him,"Take the car and drive the girl and Peter to the hospital. He is injured. And yes, tell him not to worry about the bills, it'll be taken care of.""Peter..? As in..?" he asked in disbelief."Yeah, the fucker lied and flew with my girl. I'll get back to him once he treats his bleeding ass." I grunted irritably and said, "Go now. And see to it that the girl reaches safely to
ANGELINA POV:The entire ride to the hospital, I kept clutching Peter's head pressing the cloth tightly trying to avoid more blood flow. The man who came rushing to us offering a ride to the hospital seemed somewhat suspicious to me. But I brushed the thought away because right now Peter needed medical attention.He was immediately taken in when we reached the hospital. I stood there for a while and then remembered I had to fill in all the necessary documents. Walking down to the receptionist I asked her for the paperwork but she surprised me by saying that the man who rode us here had already filled in everything and also instructed me to inform him when the bills are made.I searched for the man and found him standing stiffly by his car, talking to somebody on his phone. If I didn't know any better, I'd say he looked like a bodyguard to me."Excuse me?" I stood behind him.He turned around at my voice and nodded. "Yes, Miss?""Thank you for helping us, for bringing my friend here," I
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