LOGINHe looked familiar but still I could not put a pin on where I had seen this stranger in the past.
His full red lips pulsed in a way that looked like he was smirking, but the pinching, and slight crease in his brows said otherwise—he wasn’t smirking—not at all. Rather he was studying me, the same exact way a beast would do before he pounced on his prey. My gaze moved down to his thick, muscular body clad in a white long sleeve shirt which he rolled down to his elbows sexily. The sight sent a zing through my core making me cursed at the pleasure I felt. I definitely could not have hots for this man. He might be a kidnapper for all I care. His jet black hair, still laid sleek behind. He looked like he just walked out of an office meeting, but the aura he carried, made him stand out from every other man I’ve ever met. A shiver slid down my spine as my core tightened. He was the kind of man women dreamt about in wet dreams only. “You passed out,” he muttered. His lips pressed in a hard line, while his gaze stared intently on my face. My brows creased in confusion, and as if I just opened a damp. Memories of everything that happened yesterday, along with Xavier cheating on me, and then him— I stumbled back. “You hit me with your car. You almost killed me!” I hissed in anger, a shudder passing through me as I remembered everything. His gaze hardened at my words as he spoke. “My car barely touched you. You passed out from the floor from drunkenness. You were never hit by my car. I’ve had my doctor come in here and check you while you were unconscious. And he said, everything is fine,” he said. His voice was deep and dark. Having an undertone that sent a spicy kind of feeling through me. This man was turning my mind into a slut, just by thinking of the things his voice elicited through me. My memory flashed back to last night. He told no lies. I never felt the impact of his car hitting me. Rather, I passed out because I was dizzy from the numerous drinks I had. Now I felt immensely foolish. He looked at me once more. His beautiful orbs studied me like he had never seen a face like mine. But the expression bleeding in his gaze was unreadable. “Have a nice rest. My driver would take you to your home tomorrow," he nodded, turning to walk out, but my next words halted his steps. “Wait,” I called out. I moved towards where he stood outside the bathroom door by now. Luckily, the light from there was enough to see although the darkness of the room was undeniable. I swallowed, knowing I was making an impulsive decision, but I had no other choice. I had gone to the club with one purpose. Find a man, good enough to take what Xavier never deserved. My virginity. I wanted it gone. But then, I went ahead and drowned my sorrows in alcohol. I doubt I’ll ever get an opportunity like this again, and this man. He was everything a man like Xavier would envy. And that was exactly what I needed. “Let’s have sex,” the words slipped from my lips before I could fathom what I said. My hands moved to clasp around my mouth. My eyes wide with shock, as I stared at him, just realizing the words I said. His gaze flared in disbelief, probably never expecting a vulgar word like that from my lips. “What did you just say?” He questioned, and I watched as amusement danced in his eyes. An expression other than the blank face that seemed to be permanently etched on his face. I felt like crying in shame as tears burnt at the back of my eyes knowing I just made a big fool of myself. Biting into the soft flesh of my lips, I tightened my fist together, gathering all the courage I could muster. My hands slipped to the strap of the night gown. Taking my precious time, I watched as his gaze followed my actions. Dragging the strap along the flesh of my skin, I slid it down. The small rope dangled languidly at my side, leaving a large portion of my boobs on show. I gulped, knowing my actions were extreme and I had never done something like this before. But still, I was not ready to lose the attention of a man like him. Moving to the other strap, I did the same thing, watching as his eyes trailed every motion my fingers made. The gown fell down to my waist, and I shifted slightly, watching as it fell at the pool beneath my legs. The cool air from the window fanned my body, and I struggled not to shiver under his gaze. “What are you doing?” He rasped, looking away. He clenched his jaws hard, as he stared at the open window. His voice— thicker, huskier and darker than usual. He sounded as if he was straining himself. The darkness of the room cast on his shadow, while the bright light from the bathroom shone on my naked body. My perky breast stood in attention, and it took everything in me not to wrap my hands around myself, running away like a coward. I knew I was probably going to regret my decision later. But as for now. The image of Xavier and Natasha still stained my soul. I could still see them before my eyes almost like they were before me. And I refuse to let a man as unfaithful as Xavier hold me back. “You had already seen me naked earlier when you changed me, so why are you looking away now?” I asked, trying to be seductive. But his next words made me freeze. “I did not change you. I would never take advantage of a woman in a state like yours. I had a female staff do it, while I ordered the dress for you,” he spat through gritted teeth. “So what exactly are you trying to do?” He questioned harshly. I watched as his jaws ticked hardly, while his fists beside himself tightened. Almost as if it was taking every will in him to control himself. I felt immensely foolish and ashamed at my abrupt and obtuse actions. Maybe this was it, the punishment I deserved for being foolishly blind to Xavier's ploy along—or the revenge I needed. I didn’t care which—because I was so ready to take them all. “I think you already know clearly what exactly I want sir. Let’s spend the night together.”I stood still, not moving an inch as fear froze me.“Daddy!” a little girl’s voice screamed snapping me out of my frozen state.“Why were you peeping through the study door, princess?What's in there?” Ethan asked, and I could feel his feet drawing closer.My eyes widened in panic, as I returned the file, shutting the cupboard quickly.But I knew, no matter how fast I was—I won’t be able to make it in time.The door was opened, and Ethan was right outside.‘Oh Lord, I’m finished.I’m going to get caught,’ I whispered to myself knowing my entire plan would be ruined if Ethan catches me here today.“No, daddy, wait!” The childish voice shouted, and I could hear Ethan's steps pausing.I knew she stood right outside the door.I could clearly see her pink gown from where I stood.Which only meant she could see me too.Was she going to out me?I could see her hands twisting around the edge of her gown nervously as she spoke up.“Actually, I’m starving.Let’s go eat,” she whined.“Okay, just
Jennifer’s drowsy eyes stared at me.Her brows were stained with blood, and the emotion on her face was hard to decipher.‘I hope she doesn’t see through my act,’ I mumbled to myself. Smiling sadly at her, I bent to her level helping her up.Her blood clung to me staining my clothes.I could feel cameras taking pictures of us, while muttering under their breaths of how much of a saint I was, helping the woman who wished me death.With the help of my driver, I took her in my car.I turned to Jennifer who was already drowsy on the chair as I feigned confusion.“Where is your house Mrs Blackwood?I’ll drop you off, you don’t look so good,” I said innocently.She opened her eyes, calling the location of the Blackwoods mansion.A place I already had engraved at the back of my mind.I forced a smile, turning to my driver, giving him the location.I helped Jennifer in the house, playing the perfect role of a good samaritan.I unwrapped the sleeping pills I had brought with me earlier, putti
Jennifer trembled, her panic stricken face looking at the women gathered before her as she struggled to get her hair away from the woman’s strong grip.“No, don't you dare.My husband is Ethan Blackwood, he would…”“PAA!” The sound of a sharp slap echoed through the room, as one of the women’s hands landed harshly on her face.My lips parted in surprise at the flaring red mark on Jennifer’s cheeks as that delicious feeling of seeing her suffer filled me.“You still have the nerve to talk, you evil witch.I can only just imagine how long you have been deceiving the world to be an angel when you have been hiding your true and dark side all these years,” she hissed, spitting on Jennifer’s face.I gasped this time, my eyes wide with amusement seeing the spit dribble down Jennifer’s lashes to her cheeks.‘I really have outdone myself this time,’ I thought smugly.I stood still, watching keenly as the women dragged her outside the restaurant.One of them moved to grab a stick, hauling it to
My face twisted in confusion as I watched her.Then I muttered. “Is there something I’m missing Jennifer?”I asked, looking clueless.Her lips curled sharply.I watched as a deranged glint lit up in her eyes as she completely lost her composure.‘Perfect,‘ I muttered to myself, knowing it was taking effect already.I flinched the moment her hands whipped our table harshly, the glass of water laying on it tumbled to the ground and everyone froze.All eyes turned to face us, but Jennifer could barely notice because she was too focused on me.“Do you think I’m a fool?I’ve seen through your acting, Leah.You came here pretending to be Aveline, just because you want to steal Ethan away from me,” she screamed at the top of her lungs.My eyes widened in panic, as fake tears clouded my vision.I made sure to put on my best act of helplessness as I muttered. “What are you talking about, Jennifer?Why would you say something like that,” I paused, my voice choking with emotions and I could fee
A smug smile made its way to my face the moment Jennifer’s voice filtered through the call.I took in a deep breath, knowing she had fallen into my ploy.She fell for the message, just like I predicted.“Hello, Aveline,Are you there?” She said, snapping me out of my thoughts.“Oh yes, Jennifer,Of course I’m free for you.I’ll text you the address of where we can meet ,” I muttered, sounding excited.Her words faded as I ended the call.‘Ahh, Jennifer.I’m so sure you must be burning with fear and anger at the same time.And your curiosity to know if I really I’m Leah, it must be making you spiral over the edge. By the time I’m done with you, you’ll wish you never crossed me in the first place.And then, you’ll beg to rewind time and ensure your daughter never harmed my children.’My phone vibrated on my hands bringing me back to the present.I looked at the caller ID answering the call as Killian’s voice filtered through.“I’ve gotten Ashley and Ashton’s school teacher.What do you
JENNIFER’S POV“No…no…this can’t be happening,” I stuttered.My hands trembled, my vision blurred as my head grew fuzzy with panic and fear.My fingers flew across the key board, and it was a surprise I was even able to put out words. “Who are you?And what do you want?” My heart pounded erratically on my chest as I watched the message show only one tick.Panic filled me knowing what it meant. The person must have blocked me.I could feel my body vibrating, and I was on the verge of spiraling over the edge.I transferred the number to my other phone as I placed it on call.But the moment I did and the call went through, the number completely disappeared.And right before my eyes, I watched as my entire phone went blank.Fear gripped me, overriding my senses as everything swirled around my eyes.Then, that fear morphed into anger filled with panic.“I won’t allow this to happen!I won’t!” I yelled, throwing my phones across the room.I watched as it flew in the direction of the door







