Mason called back and Olivia ignored it laughing to herself. Few seconds later, she received a text from him and immediately opened it.LIV’S BAD BOY: I mean why would I even do such a thing when I’ve got you to fulfill my needs?OLIVIA: You would better not rely on anything Mr man, I’ve got beliefs. Not doing that with you anytime soon.LIV’S BAD BOY: Says the girl who goes all red when I’m shirtless. Anyway, about your declaration, time will be the judge of that.OLIVIA: If that is the kind of thing you’ve been waiting for, then I guess you will have to take Derek up on his offer.LIV’S BAD BOY: I’m not a satyromaniac, love. I do have self control. How do you think I’ve survived the past three years?”She was guessing he broke up with his ex-girlfriend three years ago then. He never told her about his ex though but like she believes, they have a lot of time to learn and know more about each other. She was not in haste and planned to enjoy every single moment life gives. After all,
“Olivia, come out right now and I will go easy on you. Or we can just do this the hard way. Mason won’t stay in this house forever, he has to leave at some time and it will be just me and you left.” Ace voice came from outside Mason's door.His tone is kinda in between, Olivia couldn’t tell if he found this amusing or if he’s really angry. What he said made sense though, Ace would never give up. She would rather not be alone with him when he exacts his revenge.Before she could make up her mind, Mason has already opened the door and Ace barged in but Mason held him by the arm. Ace had something like a marker in his hand but it doesn’t look completely like one.She was expecting to see something like a knife or sword judging by the vigor with which he was screaming and chasing her earlier. Ace and Mason conversed in low voices and she strained her ears trying to eavesdrop without leaving her spot but she couldn’t hear anything.Soon, Mason turned to her, both he and Ace were smirking
“So I get no’ thanks’?” Mason asked Olivia with his hands on his hips.“You left me in the first place so no ‘thanks’.” She replied without even looking back at him and he scoffed.“She doesn’t even know what you will be giving up in getting her that cleanser. Sorry bro.” Ace shook his head and he’s obviously enjoying the whole situation.“And what exactly will I be giving up?” Mason asked in confusion.Ace’s face changed for a second before he resumed his previous expression. He breathed in and out as if to calm himself down.“The big secret you’ve been hiding for some time now. You just promised me in front of Olivia to tell me what I want to know.” He explained slowly as if talking to a little child.“I never promised anything. And for your information, I have no secret to hide. Understood?” Mason said and smirked at Ace before leaving to go sit in a secluded table some few meters away from the pool.He sat down and immediately, he was lost in his own little world. Things are getti
THREE YEARS LATER...............................................[OLIVIA]Stars !! I kept looking at them as I laid on my back in a clear area in the garden. I just stared at the stars thinking one of them would probably hear my thoughts and grant the only wish I have.To see him again.Ace’s birthday party never ended well that night, it was the night everything scattered. Chaos happened in that house and it affected everyone. The secret buried for almost twenty two years was unearthed and it was too late to get everything back under control as mush as the Don tried.It was just too late.It wasn’t a usual thing to find yourself in a situation where you realize that those who you called family and loved with everything are not really who you thought them to be. Perhaps, if the so-called secret has been revealed to him wisely when he came of age, things wouldn’t have turned out this way but who knows, right ?I had known things would go down the moment I saw a strange man who he call
STARS & Co. That was what was written on the small paper I held in my hands. It’s a name for the third largest industry in Los angeles, not anymore. I squeezed the paper in my hand and dropped it on the ground.“Any evidence ?” I asked.“Nope, burnt it to the ground without leaving anything to look at.” Liam smirked.“Oh there will be something to look at, the ashes will be a sight for sore eyes and undoubtedly, it will be a reminder for Gregory never to mess with us again.” Gerald chuckled darkly.“Any casualties ?” I asked again and this time they were all silent.“Just three boss. We really tried to make su-” Liam started speaking in a rush but Gerald interrupted him.“It’s no big deal. He injured so many of ours so I don’t see anything wrong in-”“Get the fuck out. Everyone.” I said calmly and they all wasted no time in scrambling out except my uncle that stayed behind.“Including you, uncle.” I told him with my fists clenched on the table.“You’ve been acting like a woman since y
[MASON]I heard three knocks on my door but never bothered to answer as I sat sideways on my bed with my legs on the ground staring at the door.The door opened sharply and Marcus came in with a smile on his face.“It was a success. I was finally able to hack into their base last night.” He said immediately he stepped into the room before closing the door.He came towards me and was about to sit beside me on my bed when I glared at him and he stood back up murmuring a ‘sorry’.“What next now ?” He asked looking around my room with his eyebrow furrowed.“Go to Gerald, he will tell you what to do.” I told him staring into space.There was a moment of silence before he spoke again.“Um….You…You know tomorrow’s her graduation ceremony, right ?” He asked hesitatingly.“Show yourself out, buddy.”He shook his head and went out.Three knocks sounded on the door again and Ana came in. She had a tray in her hands and came to place it on my bedside table.“Morning Boss.” She greeted with a mock
[OLIVIA]I hung up the call and sniffed blinking away the upcoming tears in my eyes. It is him, I just had that feeling. I had known this since the first time he called me on my birthday.The thing he doesn’t know however was that I don’t celebrate my birthday anymore since he left. I kinda found out the cause of my mother’s death. She died while giving birth to me. I can’t believe how much I had enjoyed my first birthday party here, laughing and dining not knowing it’s my mom’s death anniversary. I didn’t talk to dad for a week when I found out knowing he could have told me but he chose not to.So now, whenever it’s my birthday, I always go to Missouri to visit my mom’s grave. And I visit grandma‘s too.Which means Mason and I both have one very negative thing in common, our mothers both died immediately after birth. I don’t even think he knows that though because he never waited to listen to whatever his dad has to say three years ago..I always pretend as if I don’t know who’s cal
[MASON]A feeling of nostalgia overwhelmed me as I step my foot in New York city. I shrugged it off and mask my expression under the black sunglasses. We didn’t bring any luggage expect for the small backpack on Dylan’s back. It contains some hygiene necessities, Chloroform and blueprint. The objective was clear.Gerald had made the preparations and I was quite impressed, there’s not been any hitch in our journey so far. We are currently in a hotel owned by my biological dad, now mine though. Every of his properties was transferred to me as soon as I proved myself in California.I came with Gerald, Marcus, Victor and Dylan. Victor and Dylan are my most trusted men besides Liam. Although I met them in the organization, they never saw me as a stranger and was very respectful and loyal when I took over.Gerald finished debriefing about tomorrow’s plan and made sure everyone understands that failure is not allowed. Marcus, Dylan and Victor left for their rooms while Gerald stayed behind.
[OLIVIA] [A YEAR LATER.]................. Bare footed, with the heavy clothing weighing me down, I ran. Without looking back, I willed my feet to continue moving with just one destination in mind. The sound of the unrelenting footstep behind me pumped my adrenalin till I saw the door wide open and thanked the heavens. I ran towards Abigail and hid behind her using her as a shield as I breath heavily. She was looking around in shock trying to find the source of my problem. Few seconds later, Scarlet came running through the door with her eyes immediately spotting mine. She came to a stop seeing her mother in between us and she bent over trying to catch her breath too. “How are you able …..able…to run so fast in what you are we…wearing?” She managed to speak out. “Oh heavens! Why are you chasing the bride, Scarlet?” Her mother asked. “She was trying to dump that on my dress.” I pointed to the container in Scarlet’s hand. Michelle suddenly came behind her and snatched the containe
[MASON]“You know, I told my brother you were there when he was born and he thought I was lying.” Willow said pointing at the boy who was busy playing a game on what I assumed will be her phone, he was very absorbed in it that he wasn’t paying attention to us at all.“He wouldn’t remember. He was two years old the last time I saw him.” I chuckled.“Yeah, that was when we broke up.”“Wait, how old is he?” Olivia asked.“He’s ten.” Willow answered.“If you guys broke up when he was two, then that means Mason was …..seventeen years old.” Olivia reasoned. “At what age did both started dating?” Olivia looked at me with accusing eyes.“Fifteen, we are the same age. We dated for two years but we’ve known each other longer than that.” Willow answered and I wished they could bring up another topic already.“Fifteen? Is that legal?” Olivia pinched my butt again and I actually winced this time.I’m definitely getting my revenge later.“It’s called puppy love, Olivia. They got together as virgins
[MASON]I was relieved after confirming that Marcus had indeed taken guards with him, the ones that stay in the background and blend in staying hidden unless there is really a threat.All I know is the Don’s presence here comes with a lot of danger. Him stepping out of his safe zone and domain will make his opponents think that he is now vulnerable enough and they would do anything to try to get the upper hand, even if it means harming someone in his life, whoever it may be.That was why I’ve been extra careful about Olivia’s movement since the Don arrived. Her dad is the Don’s shadow after all. We just finished a meeting when I had received Olivia’s text that comprises of pictures letting me know that she and Gray were not in the house.The meeting comprised of the Don, Gerald, Carlos, Peter and I. Dad didn’t beat around the bush at all, he had went straight to the point. He apologized to Gerald without letting his pride get in the way.They apologized not for killing his brother who
[OLIVIA]The unfamiliar lady was staring again but then she smiled widely and that was when I realized, I wasn’t the one she had been glancing at, it was Marcus. The first time I noticed her gaze I had been sitting next to Marcus and now I’m also sitting beside him after Julius arrived.“What the fuck?” Marcus mumbled out still staring at her.The lady stood up and was coming towards us.“Who is she?” I asked.“Your fiance’s ex-girlfriend.” Marcus replied with mischievousness glinting in his eyes.“What? How come she is here?” I asked looking back at the lady who was still approaching us.“Mason didn’t tell you they met before you came here? They saw each other coincidentally and talked for a while.” Marcus asked and even though I love that he was telling me the truth to every questions I asked, the way he was so blunt about it amazed me.Now remembering, Mason did tell me he met with her. He had mentioned it when I had confronted him about Anastasia’s comment the first time she saw m
[OLIVIA]We all sat in a circle speaking one after the other with smiles on our faces. Leo was in Julius’ lap with the man’s hoodie held tightly in his grasp, I guess he felt like he was going to disappear again.Laurel had her head on his shoulder with her eyes still dripping and she was occasionally wiping it away. We all just did as if it was normal, the woman was very excited to see her husband again.Turns out I had misunderstood earlier thinking the man was Leo’s biological father. I didn’t know Leo considers Julius his dad nor did I think he would still remember him since he was very young when Julius was put away but the young boy did, he remembers the man who loves him immensely and always read him bedtime stories before sleep.Besides, Laurel said ever since Julius was locked up, she will always show her son pictures of her husband and bring up memories about the three of them just so Leo won’t forget Julius. It was hard because her doing that meant that Leo would be constan
[OLIVIA]“You better shut your mouth, Gray.” Marcus warned.The little boy reached Marcus and hugged his legs while Marcus patted his head. After they were done with their greeting. Marcus took his hand and they walked towards a woman seated on a spread-out fabric. She was already watching us.She smiled as we approach and then stood up.“Lauren.” Marcus smiled before giving her a hug.“I’m so glad you could make it. This one wouldn’t stop asking me when his uncle Marcus would be coming.” The woman said and the little boy looked embarrassed hiding his face behind his palms.So adorable.Marcus knelt on one knee removing the boy’s palms from his face.“Happy birthday, Leo.” He said before stretching out the container of fish rolls and the little wrapped box towards the boy.“My birthday gift?” The boy asked with a tone that made me wonder if he has never received a birthday gift before.“Yes. It’s all yours, buddy. Open it when you get home.” Marcus replied and the boy smiled happily n
[OLIVIA]“Come on Marcus, are you going to ignore me forever?” I whined.Mason has been gone the whole day and I’ve been very bored staying at home. Marcus was still holding a grudge against me because of what happened two days ago. His laptop slipped from my hands, it wasn’t intentional but he does not care whether it was intentional or if it was an accident.I even said I would buy him a new one but he declined. To be honest, I do not think any damage was done to the laptop at all after it fell but Marcus had snatched it away from my hands when I went to pick it. The screen was still on and there wasn’t even a crack. Nevertheless, he claimed I had ruined it and was yelling at me.What upset him the more was the fact that Mason had threatened to break his bones the next time he talks or yells at me the way he did. He has been ignoring me ever since but right now, I really need a companion before I go insane.“Should I cook for you?” I asked him and watched him blink rapidly biting h
[MASON] Everyone was outside preparing to go back to the hotel as the Don refused to spend the night in an unfamiliar environment. I just learned that the hotel they were staying at belongs to one of his close associates and so it was completely safe for him and his family.It was very dark outside and I plan on sending an extra security detail after them. Not being paranoid but one can’t be too careful. Carelessness however brings about nothing but disaster.The Don called me aside and we walked a few distance away from the others.“I just wanted to say, happy birthday.” He said with a slight smile.I checked my watch to see that the time was two minutes to twelve and I chuckled. It was almost the second day and past our birthdays.“I’m still on time.” The Don chuckles and I do the same.“Thanks.” I replied and he nodded before taking out something from his pockets and handing it to me.It was a flash and I was immediately curious to know what was on it.“I’m sorry, for everything.
[OLIVIA] Marcus was in his seat chattering away with Scarlet who was very excited on hearing the new happenings in his life. Thankfully, Scarlet had a rethink at the last minute earlier and pause in her plan of hauling her heel at Marcus. “Soooo, still no girlfriend?” Scarlet asked her brother who cringed at her question. Marcus shook his head and she shifted forwards staring at him differently which made Marcus stared back at her skeptically. “Just tell the truth, brother. Are you asexual?” Scarlet asked seriously. “All because I don’t have time for dating right now?” Marcus rolled his eyes at her. “Then, when will you have the time? You are pushing thirty!” “Get off my case, Scarlet. Here, have this!” Marcus shoved some food into her mouth and she glared at him while chewing at the same time. The sight was quite funny to me and almost everyone at the table found it funny too. “I need to attend to a situation. Will be back in a few minutes.” Mason whispered into my ears and