I opened my eyes to the sound of my alarm clock. I lay down on the bed, wondering what I had just dreamt about. The more I thought about it, the more disgusted I felt. I didn't dream about Damon's hard, hot body pressing on mine, but Olivers."Ewwh," it was really grossing me out. I looked around, and that was when I noticed that I was actually in my bedroom."I can't remember falling asleep here," I thought to myself. Of course Oliver carried me into my bed. I jumped off the bed to find out what had happened to my mischievous best friend. I saw him in my kitchen making breakfast.I kept mute for a while. I wanted to understand why I had dreamt about him. There was nothing so appealing about him; he didn't grow any inch taller than he was, his hair was a bit scattered, and it was the same Oliver, who, although born with a diamond spoon, refused to work for his family. I was grossed out just looking at him.I made up my mind to visit the clinic today, and since there is no logical expl
"Let me guess: he gave you a red rose bouquet, threw flower petals at your feet, or, would I say, in your face, took you to an expensive dinner; oh before I forget, did he reserve the whole restaurant?" She asked me."Who are you?" I asked, wearing a confused expression."I guess he did," she said smiling wickedly."Who is she?" I turned to Damon, who has been mute the whole time."Hold on, honey, I'm not yet done," the lady continued."Now here is the best part: the next morning he bought you an expensive jewelry, telling you how beautiful it looked and how it reminded him of you."I was more confused than ever. Who she is and how she knows so much about what transpired between Damon and me is one thing I don't know."Sorry, do I know you?""Oops, I nearly forgot. Did he tell you that your eyes are to die for and beg you to put on the jewelry tonight?" She queried me, and before I could reply, she glanced at my neck and ear, then nodded."Of course he did; he just doesn't ever change
Oliver dropped me off at home; he had a family emergency he needed to attend to. I didn't bother him with the details, as I was feeling not so good tonight."Goodnight charmer""Night"He drove off after promising to check up on me later on. It wasn't Mom's memorial today, but why my thoughts are flooded by only her memories beats me. There were days I missed her more, and I sometimes wish she was still alive."Why am I thinking about her tonight?""Maybe because I met someone who suffered a great deal at the hands of a man like Mom did," I thought to myself.I asked mom a couple of times before her passing what happened to my father, but she would always wave it off. At one point, I thought mom didn't want me to be with my father.I remember rebelling a couple of times. I had packed my bags many times, ready to run away from home to meet him wherever he was."Dumb little girl," I cursed out.It was my 16th birthday; there was no birthday cake, no special dinner, just the same old che
It was a chilly evening. I had just returned from a tedious day at work, and Tanner made sure I had it rough today for standing up to her a few days ago. I swallowed everything she threw at me—hook, line, and sinker—without making a sound.The last thing I want is to make things more difficult than they already are. I had plans to meet up with George later today. He is the new ugly dude I was matched with. We agreed to meet up at the restaurant; I didn't want him coming anywhere close to my house to avoid another incident with flower petals.I had already set aside the dress to wear for the dinner but had to change it at the last minute because of the weather. I felt a bit bad that I had to cover up all this cleavage, but what to do? I had to do a little finishing touches with my makeup and hair. I was at the mirror when I heard my phone ring. I picked it up, and it was George."Hello charm""Hi, you're not going to cancel on me, right?""No, I'm almost done.""I don't want the rain
I was still asleep when I heard my phone beeping. I couldn't hold back my dislike for that disturbing sound. I searched for the phone, half asleep, and quickly tossed it on the couch in a quest to silence it.I tried going back to sleep, but it was virtually impossible. I turned from one end to the other, forcing myself back to sleep, but I just couldn't sleep."Who just ruined my beauty sleep?" I screamed as I jerked off the couch.I just wanted to end whatever it was that just disturbed my sleep. I grabbed the phone only to see George's name."Shit!" I screamed out.That was when I realized I had ditched him last night. I checked further and noticed that he called a couple of times yesterday night. I was too occupied to notice when my phone rang. I felt really bad, and I can't begin to imagine how he felt when I turned out to be a no-show at yesterday's dinner. I was so worried and occupied with Oliver's issue that I forgot I had a date to attend.Speaking of Oliver, I remembered ou
All through my journey home, I had nasty and wild imaginations about Oliver; it was as though I jumped into a still pond and struggling hard not to be swept away by the storm. I couldn't seem to get him off my mind, and the more I thought about him, the more intrigued I was. I heaved a sigh of relief when I got to my apartment."Home, sweet home!" I exclaimed while I threw myself on the couch. I wondered how I was going to face him again after everything that went down between us and how I was going to spend time with him as I used to without jumping into his arms. And kissing the hell out of him. I could swear Oliver had possessed me, but when and how he did it was one thing I couldn't explain. It felt really weird to feel this way for my best friend."I should put a stop to this madness," I murmured to myself while trying to calm my nerves. I got up from the couch and made my way to the refrigerator to get myself a cool drink. Maybe, just maybe, it would calm my ass down."What a ni
I was enjoying the cool evening breeze while sipping a glass of wine. It has been a few days since my terrible date with George, and I have decided to go easy on these dates."Damn, I needed the break."George was the last blow that made a dent in my billionaire plans. I know humans are terrible creatures, but I never imagined that the ones I met on these dates actually existed.Honestly, it is better to sit comfortably at home and enjoy my favorite drama than to be out there with someone like George. I had my eyes glued to the television when I heard the doorbell ring. I wasn't expecting anyone, and I obviously didn't order anything.I ignored the doorbell while I had my gaze still fixed on the TV. I nearly jumped off my skin when I heard the banging on the door.I wondered who would have the balls to bang on my door; the only person that came to mind was Oliver."It had to be that mischievous dude," I yelled, getting up. I dropped the glass of wine on the table while I went to chec
I know I'm actually a beauty to behold, but honestly, I was more like a honey that every goddamn bee at the party was attracted to.I could feel their gaze on us as we entered the gala; the heavens had made no better match than us, with Oliver's mesmerizing looks complimenting mine. He looked like a god in his suit as we made our way into the gala. "Are you nervous?" he whispered into my ear"A little""Wow, that's a first." He placed his right palm on mine and gave it a gentle squeeze. My heart couldn't keep still as it continued racing, but this time, it wasn't beating because I was nervous. I kept reminding myself that he is my best friend, but my heart didn't buy it for a second.I came to the gala to be introduced to his billionaire friends, but Oliver was all I had in mind; he had swallowed me whole and left me helpless, I never imagined a day will come when I would fall for my best friend."Have you met Dean?" Oliver asked me, as he introduced one of his friends."Hi!" I forc
I could swear I saw that guard standing behind me the day Ellen visited me; normally I shouldn't have recalled, but they scared the shit out of me."What is he doing here?" I asked myself, hurriedly walking into the building, hoping Ellen didn't send him here to kill me just because I called Oliver. I mean, that will be madness, but it isn't beneath her anyway."Hey," I heard a male voice yelling behind me, and I quickly increased my pace, almost running."Hey, stop," he kept yelling, but something was off about him; he wasn't yelling at the top of his voice; it was more like he didn't want to attract attention to himself.But I will be damned to stand around and find out what he wanted."Stop, I just want to talk," he said in a whispering tone.I stabbed the elevator button with my fingers, occasionally looking back to see if he had caught up with me.The elevator door pulled open, and I quickly ran inside, stabbing the button to close faster.The door was almost closed when he stuck
DEAN'S POVI haven't been myself ever since I left. I found it hard to go back ever since I left. I thought she had finally accepted me and made up her mind to forget about Oliver, but seeing how pale she was at the engagement party, I knew I stood no chance against Oliver. I was feeling guilty seeing how miserable she looked.I made up my mind after dropping her off at her apartment to leave the city for a while, but that was the dumbest idea ever. I should have stayed behind to fight for her love.I had known her for only a couple of months, but it just felt like I had known her like forever. I couldn't stand watching her pine for someone who would be married to someone else in a matter of weeks.I packed up my things and decided to leave. I came by her apartment to tell her about how I felt and my plans to leave.I stood at her door for hours contemplating my options, but I wasn't ready to learn the truth, so I decided to leave without telling her.I thought maybe it would give he
I haven't seen Oliver ever since the incident with Ellen; at first, I was pissed, hoping to see him and return the slap, but when I remembered he gave me a video of Carson trafficking young girls, I became scared for him.I worried that he must have told her those things because he was scared. But I couldn't bring myself to call him; the last thing I want is another visit, from Ellen. But anyway, I was kind of glad it wasn't Carson or Geoffrey; it wouldn't have gone after the slap, and maybe it would have been a bullet to my head.I was still lost in thought thinking about what best to do and how to go about it when I heard my phone ringing. I grabbed the phone from my desk, hoping to be done with the call before Tanner caught me.She is literally on my neck lately; I guess Geoffrey threatened the shit out of her when he came for Barker's file and she decided to take it out on me like she always did.One look at the caller ID, and I was pissed. I thought I made it clear that I didn't
I opened my mouth to say something, but it closed right back. He started from Oliver to me, then back to Oliver. I have no idea what was going through his mind, but I would give everything to find out."Hi, Dean, you're back," I blurted out, running my fingers through my hair."Yes, I came back a few days ago," his gaze was still on my hair. But then it hit me; did he just say he came back a few days ago; he couldn't call me since he came back."Maybe he lost his phone," I thought to myself."Oh, what are you doing here?" I asked him, hoping that would make him forget all about me."I have an appointment with Oliver," my gaze shifted to Oliver."Yeah, yeah, I forgot the brunch," he said, checking his time."What brunch?" I asked confused."Uh, the club is holding a brunch later today," Oliver explained."Oh," I spat out, taken aback.For the love of God, he had the time to attend a brunch but didn't bother seeing me after how we left things."I should go," I quickly said, turning to l
To think I was taking shit from the security guy to find out more about the shipment only for Oliver to hand it over to me on a platter without ass-licking anyone. I felt the urge to shove my foot down the security guy's throat but decided not to. I have always known that our system was dysfunctional, but I never imagined that our system was rotten to this extent.For heaven's sake, why would he traffic these little girls in a container halfway across the world? I could feel my blood boiling and my muscles cringing while watching the video.But one thing still baffles me: where do they all go? I mean, the girls. He gets the shipment every month; where does he keep these girls?It takes a lot of work and connection to keep this kind of deal off the police and the media raiders. I was lost in my world losing track of time. I looked up from the video I was watching to see Oliver dozing off with his head leaning on the window.I sighed, "He has gotten thinner." I whispered to myself; he
I was at the office going through the stupid case Tanner gave me; you know, some days I just hate my job more than you can imagine.How on earth am I stuck behind this desk learning about how cats mate, just to cover the news of two neighbors fighting because of their cats? When I should be covering better cases, I think Tanner is back to her usual self now.When I mean back, I mean back to torment me, because tell me what the heck is this?I was getting frustrated by the stupid case, and my throat was getting dry, I was about to get myself something to drink when someone pushed a cup of coffee to me.I stopped, staring at Kevin as he stood there smiling. "You look beautiful when you are working hard," he said, smiling. I was confused at first wondering what he was on about, then it hit me."He isn't hitting on me," I whispered to myself, staring like a moron while he was acting like he just handed me the world."I have lost my charm, I'm doomed," I murmured."Enjoy," he waved, smil
It's been one week since the incident at the office, but why the gray sedan was still on my ass beats me.It was more like a third leg following me everywhere. I was in the room one evening preparing to step out for a date. Yes, I know what you are thinking.I am not going to let any man tie my ass down, nor will I allow anyone to kill my dreams.That dream of living in wealth and affluence, I checked myself out in the mirror, and I was looking so good.I picked up my clutch and my phone to step out. But decided to take a final look at my date, to feed my eyes before I gaze on the real thing.Nick Barnes is one of the most talked about eligible bachelors in New York City. I heard he lost his father recently to a terrible accident, making him the sole heir of his father's fortunes.I feel so terrible, but it's great news. I mean, now is the perfect time for him to get married, and I heard he recently broke up with his girlfriend. Are you thinking what am thinking? You know what that m
"Hey, what just happened?" Malcolm asked, looking all worried. I was surprised to see him here of all places."What are you doing in this neighborhood?" I asked him." I came to see a friend, I was about to leave when I noticed what was happening," he explained."Are you okay? What was that about?" he queried. "Oh, it's nothing much; I just picked up a difficult case," I quickly said while trying not to mention anything concerning the Carson's. I don't want him running off to tell Oliver a thing. "Are you sure? That guy was about to stab you, Charm." "It's fine; I will be more careful from henceforth, and I will make an entry at the station," I said while I tried leaving. "Charm, I don't think it's a great idea to walk alone tonight; after that," he said, holding my hand and dragging me along. I didn't bother fighting because it didn't seem like I stood any chance. We drove home silently without saying a word. I noticed his concerned stares, every now and then, but I didn't say a
One look at the caller, and he quickly excused himself. I took a sneak peek at his phone, and it had Ellen as the caller. I wonder what I was expecting anyway. I waved him off and went downstairs after a few minutes to see Dean speaking to Oliver. I couldn't help but imagine what he could be telling Dean with all seriousness if not to warn him to stay away from me. "Hey, is everything okay?" I was beginning to get worried." Dean asked the minute I came over. "Sorry, I should have called; I ran into a friend and had a little catching up," I said. "Oh, ok," Oliver gave me a side eye, but I ignored it. I walked away from both men with the excuse of getting something to eat. I took a plate to dish out food from the feast right before me. "The puppy has a new owner now." I heard Mrs. Caine's voice from behind me, but I ignored her anyway. The last thing I want is another confrontation with her. "You should take more food, you poor thing; I don't think that would be enough," she chuc