(Warning: Triggering scenes ahead, do watch at your own risk)
Evelyn's P.O.V.
The fake wedding ceremony was over. My mom shed crocodile tears during the farewell. However, Dad looked remorseful and I know why.
I know my mother must had forced him for this marriage as she's crazy about wealth and property. Dad tried to hug me but I backed away as there is no use of crying over a split milk now. If you help someone in crime you become a criminal as well.
Right now, I was in his bedroom fuming with anger. The effect of that bloody drug was over by now and I was literally ready to burn all of those filthy scums with my raging eyes.
Really how could they do that to me?
And my own parents were even involved in this crime which made me weaker and sadder as I don't deserve it at all. I don't think that selling your daughter just for your damn company sounds right from any point.
They literally destroyed my life.
Tears kept flowing down like a river from my eyes but now I don't want to be a pathetic little girl who's just gonna cry on her misery and sorrow. I will not let all of them break me down so easily.
All of a sudden, the door burst open revealing the monster who made my life a living hell. As soon as he entered a I threw a vase right on his face. He immediately got alarmed and dodged it. The vase got crashed on the door breaking up into tiny pieces. He then glared at me but I again threw another vase at him and
Viola!!! it hit him right on his right hand.
"AHH!!!"
Dylan groaned in pain while clutching his arm tightly. Blood started dripping from his hand. His parents immediately barged inside the room hearing the clamour.
They looked at Dylan in horror. Mrs. Black glared me and marched towards me but I immediately shouted.
Evelyn: STAY AWAY FROM ME YOU MOTHERFUCKERS!! DON'T YOU DARE COME NEAR ME!!
I yelled furiously with red eyes. She stopped but glared at me.
"Evelyn, listen to me-"
Mr. Black tried to come near me but I screamed again in pure rage.
Evelyn: NO! LET ME GO!
Suddenly Dylan pounced on me and a strong punch landed on my face. My whole body swung to the floor. He then grabbed my hair making me help in pain.
Dylan: HOW DARE YOU! YOU BITCH!
He snarled. Mr. Black quickly approached us and tried to stop him.
Mr. Black: NO DYLAN! STOP!
But Dylan snatched his arm back and made me stand on my feet still pulling my hair. I kept crying struggling in his grip.
Dylan: You don't understand it in an easy way. Don't ya? Alright now let's end the act and make you understand in my way.
He said every word with gritted teeth pulling my hair mercilessly.
Mrs. Black: Dylan threw her in the basement. Garbage should be dumped in dustbin only.
She spoke infuriatedly.
Dylan then dragged me away like an animal from the room by pulling my hair ruthlessly. My scalp was stinging from the pain. I tried removing his wrists but he only tightened his grip making me cry in pain.
He then led me downstairs which looked hella creepy like an abandoned dungeon. It was too dark inside running chills down my spine. My elbows and arms got scratched due to some splinters.
He then opened the door of a room and threw me on the floor harshly. I looked back at him while sobbing hard. His eyes were blood shot red showing no emotions but only hatred and anger.
Dylan: NOW STAY HERE YOU LOWKEY BEGGAR!!! YOU DON'T DESERVE TO SLEEP ON COMFY MATTRESS...NOW DIE ON THIS COLD STONE MATT!!
He growled ferociously and slammed the door shut on my face. I curled myself in a ball and cried my heart out while lying on the floor.
Evelyn: Why me? What did I do to deserve this? Dad, please save me. What sin I committed to you guys for handing me to a monster? Please bring me back home. I promise you I won't ask anything. Just bring me back home....
I said in a broken voice while bawling my eyes out.
End of Evelyn’s P.O.V.
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~Next day
At 8:30 a.m.
Dylan's P.O.V.
After the fight with Evelyn immediately went towards Sophia's house. I really needed my stress reliever that time as I was too angry.
We both spent a rough night together which gave me immense pleasure.
Sophia: Do you really wanna go??
She said while clinging to my arms as I was busy dressing up.
Dylan: Yeah, I need to go to the office.
I casually replied while buttoning my shirt.
Sophia: But you can leave to your office from here only. I'll call the maids to serve your breakfast. Why need to go to the mansion?
I didn't reply her and took my car keys and went outside.
Sophia: Babe! Are you even listening?
She screamed while rushing towards me but I quickly got in my car and drove off.
After 20 minutes I reached my house. The guards opened the door for me. I went inside only to see my parents enjoying the breakfast at the dining table. I slowly approached them.
Mom: Hey Dylan! Come let's have breakfast.
I nodded my head but my eyes roamed everywhere searching for someone. I sat down on the chair. Maids served me the breakfast. But I didn't even touch the plate.
Dad read my mind.
Dad: She's still downstairs.
He casually replied while cutting the meat. I immediately looked at him in surprise.
Mom: So, what? Let her be. Dylan, you ate your breakfast.
She said while glaring at him.
Dylan: I should check up on her.
I murmured while looking down.
Mom: Dylan, eat your breakfast you'll get la-
I didn't let her complete and instantly got up and left from there.
Mom: DYLAN!!
She yelled furiously.
I quickly went to the basement.
I opened the door only to see Evelyn laying on the cold floor. I went near her. Her hair was scattered all over her face. I bent down to her level and shook her a little.
My eyes widened.
She was ice cold.
I panicked and lifted her in my arms.
Dylan: Eve!
I called her but she was still as a corpse making me deadly scared. I quickly carried her in bridal style to my room.
I gently placed her on the bed and covered her up with the blanket.
Dylan: Maria!
I yelled my personal maid while rubbing her body with my palms trying to warm her up.
Soon she came inside and bowed at me.
Maria: Yes, young master.
Dylan: Quickly change her dress. I'll call Iris.
She nodded her head.
I went outside and immediately dialled her no. Iris was our family doctor.
~OTP
Iris: Hello
Dylan: Iris, come to my house quick!!
Iris: Why?? What happ-
Dylan: QUICKLY!
I screamed furiously and ended the call.
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~Time skips
Dylan: How is she?
I asked Iris worriedly. She looked away and said in a serious tone.
Iris: She have a fever but don't worry I had given her the medicines. She'll be fine.
I sighed in relief. I was about to thank her but she immediately left without saying anything. I shrugged it off and entered the room. Evelyn was awake. She was staring at the ceiling blankly. I went near her.
Dylan: You, okay?
I asked her softly.
She didn't reply and started getting up. I immediately held her shoulders.
Dylan: No! what are you doing? You need to rest.
But she quickly yanked my arms away and pushed me. I stumbled back.
Evelyn: Don't.touch.me.
She said with gritted teeth.
I glared at her. I quickly approached her and held her arms tightly.
Dylan: DON'T GIVE ME THAT GLARE, UNDERSTOOD? YOU FILTHY SHIT, YOU SHOULD THANK ME FOR NOT LETTING YOU DIE. THIS IS HOW YOU REPAY FOR MY KINDNESS!
I screamed fiercely while clutching her arms in a death grip. But in an instant my face got swung to the other side. She slapped me.
End of Dylan's P.O.V.
Evelyn's P.O.V.Evelyn: KINDNESS? WHAT KINDNESS? YOU ARE THE ONE WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL MY SUFFERINGS. YOU'RE THE MAIN REASON OF MY PAIN TODAY. I CURSE MYSELF FOR FALLING FOR A DEVIL LIKE YOU.
I yelled on top of my lungs angrily while shooting daggers at him. He immediately pinned me down on the bed and hovered above me.
His eyes turned blood-red and face was dark. His jaw was clenched and he was holding my wrists in a tight grip making me yelp.
Dylan: It's your fault not mine. I don't even love you.
He snarled while gritting his teeth.
Evelyn: THEN WHY DESTROY MY LIFE?
I shouted furiously.
Dylan: DON'T YELL AT ME!!!
He yelled back.
I gave up. I was too tired of their games. Tears started escaping my eyes as I looked at him painfully.
Evelyn: Why you're doing this to me?
I cried in pain.
But a smirk got plastered on his face as soon as he saw me crying making me confused.
Dylan: You wanna know the reason?
He spoke menacingly while looking at me with his fiercely gaze. I nodded.
He then cupped my face and wiped off my tears making me frown.
Dylan: You're gonna work for me from now on.
I got struck with panic as soon I heard his words. I jerked away his hands and tried to push him but he didn't budge.
Evelyn: NO! GET OFF ME.
I kept struggling but he just chuckled. He then grabbed both of my hands with his one hand and with another hand he caressed my cheek. I kept moving but he put his entire weight on me.
Dylan: Oh, my silly Eve! You think I got worried for you that's why I took care of you. Hahaha... You're really so dumb.
I looked at him in shock while tears kept falling down. He chuckled.
Evelyn: But you said that I am not a good manager. My skills are poor and I don't-
Dylan: You're Mom said that I didn't.
I looked at him puzzled.
‘What's going on?’He snickered darkly at my confused face making my blood boil in anger.Evelyn: WHAT DO YOU MEAN?
I yelled with red eyes. He then squeezed my face painfully making me wince in pain.
Dylan: TO BUY YOU...TO MAKE YOU WORK FOR ME... YOU’RE MINE NOW...MY SLAVE...YOU HAVE TO WORK FOR THE BLACKS FROM NOW ON.
I struggled while he just tightened his grip.
Dylan: You're a genius Eve. Your parents are so stupid to not understand your worth. You have incredible business tactics. When I saw your presentation of the project, I immediately made up my mind to have you by hook or crook because no one in such a young age can develop such amazing management skills. You were just a beginner then. On that day I made up my mind to get you work for my company. That's why I myself proposed for this marriage with your parents but I made it clear that it will be just a business proposal but your gold-digger Mom sold you immediately to me just for my money and saving her ass from this myriad debt.
I continued staring at him in shock with teary-eyes. He slowly removed his hands and started playing with my hairs.
Dylan: So now my dear wife, you are left with no choice but to work for my company.
He snickered while curling a strand of my hair between his fingers.
Evelyn: No! How could you all do this to me? And why you need to marry me for that? To keep an eye on me?
I whimpered but he just smiled and nodded his head.
Dylan: Well, I can't be this cruel to you. You loved me so much. You trusted me blindly so I thought it will be better if I would at least reward you with something which makes you happy. And trust me you watching me with Sophia was just an accident. Actually, I was in no mood of revealing the truth to you ever.
I instantly lost my cool hearing his sarcastic reply.
‘How could he be this calm while tearing someone's heart apart and shattering down his/her hopes?’
I instantly kneed him harshly. He fell on the ground groaning in pain. I stood up and yelled infuriatedly.
Evelyn: YOU ASSHOLE! SO, YOU WERE PLANNING ME TO KEEP ME IN A LIE FOR THE REST OF MY LIFE? THIS IS YOUR TRUE COLOUR YOU SNAKE.
But he immediately got up and slammed me on the wall.
Dylan: SHU-
I spit on his face in disgust and again tried to hit him but he slapped me on my face. I fell on the bed. I couldn't stand up as my ankle got twisted.
He went to a drawer and removed a rope and a handcuff. He then tied me to the bed.
Evelyn: LET ME GO!!
I screamed.
He then pressed a button and growled wildly.
Dylan: BRING HER FOOD!
I flinched by his tone. Suddenly a maid came inside the room with a bowl full of porridge.
Dylan took the bowl in his hands and sat beside me.
Dylan: EAT IT!
He spoke in a threatening tone. I shook my head. Dylan then put the bowl on the table. He grabbed my hair harshly making me whimpered and quickly shoved a spoon full of porridge in my mouth. I instantly spit on his face. He closed his eyes in anger.
But all of a sudden, he punched my face brutally. My lips started bleeding. I started crying hysterically. He then grabbed my cheeks and started feeding me roughly.
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~Time skips
Dylan fed me the entire porridge and made me eat my medicines forcibly. My head was aching like hell. Blood was continuously dripping from my mouth. He then took a tissue and started wiping my blood. I was sitting idly wincing in pain. He then cupped my face making me look at his evil orbs.
Dylan: I am leaving you today since you're not well. But tomorrow you're gonna join the office. Rest for now.
He spoke in a calm voice.
Evelyn: And if I don't agree?
I spat glaring at him.
He tightened his grip on my cheeks and spoke in a dark tone.
Dylan: Don't.you.dare.test.me.
Evelyn: Please don't do this to me.
I begged him helplessly. But he caressed my cheeks with his hands while staring at me seriously.
Dylan: Listen well, you have to follow my orders from now on and don't you dare disrespect me or my parents or else I'll make your life a living hell.
His vicious eyes showed no mercy.
He then stood up and left while slamming the door shut. I rested my head on the headboard while tears kept falling down my eyes slowly.
"God please save me"
*****
(CAUTION: This chapter might contain some disturbing scenes so if you feel uncomfortable, skip it) ~2:30 a.m. Evelyn's P.O.V. I opened my eyes and slowly got up. I found myself untied. I checked the time. It was beyond midnight. I glanced my surroundings only to find myself alone in this huge bedroom. I found a balcony. I slowly got up as my ankle was hurting badly and headed towards it. It was not so high. An idea of running flashed in my mind. I immediately locked the door. I pulled of the bedsheets and quickly tied them up to the metal railing of the balcony so as to go down. I eventually made to the ground and dashed towards the main gate. It was so dark making it difficult for me. I saw some guards over there. Damn!!! Evelyn: Now what? I whispered yelled. But something ticked my mind. Last time
At Black Estates 9:30 a.m. Evelyn's P.O.V. I entered the office which was filled with the ringing sounds of telephones and chitter-chatter of men and women. My eyes wandered around the large boisterous hallway. I felt myself like a lost kid as I kept walking inside this colossal building. All of a sudden, a click-clack sound of heels caught my attention. I looked up only to see a beautiful girl with shiny brown locks approaching me. "You're Evelyn, right?" I nodded. Rose: Well, I am Rose. I am the chief manager of accounts department which means I am your head. 'Accounts department but I am a management student?' She extended her hands for a handshake. I accepted it nervously. Evelyn: Nice to meet you Ms. Rose. But I am a ma- I stopped myself as I immediately recalled. "At the office you're gonna be an average em
At Black Estates 9:30 a.m. Dylan's P.O.V. Everyone bowed to me as I entered the office. While I was heading towards my cabin suddenly, I heard chuckles and cackles coming from a cabin. I clenched my jaw as soon as I heard a sweet giggle. 'Eve' I easily recognised that this voice belonged tonone other than Evelynas she has a very sweet voice. I immediately barged inside the cabin only to see Eve cachinnating at Ian's jokes while holding her stomach. Anger rushed inside my veins. I curled my fists in a ball as they both were busy in their own world irrespective of my presence. But as soon Ian's gaze landed on me, he panicked and immediately stood up. Evelyn got confounded and followed his gaze. But my blood boiled when she just stared at me emotionlessly. Ian noticed me blazing with fire. He shook her a little. But she heaved a sigh and got up still staring me with a poker f
Four months had passed since Evelyn started working for Black Estates. It had now become the most prolific company of America. It's productivity and value in the share market was unbeatable. All the other industries were gradually declining as it had emerged as the top-notch company of America where everyone was dying to work. Dylan was now a high-flier. He was being called 'whiz kid' of the business industry. Everyone was impressed with his intellectual and canny business tactics. Clients from all over the world were clashing with each other to work with his company. Everyone desired to 'go for the gold' as Black Estates had become the Growth Company of America. The Blacks were now seen as one of the most affluent people of America. Dylan was slowly becoming too ruthless and inhuman. He had started using dirty business tactics in order to make the manager of other companies lick his shoes if they wanted to work with him. He would ask them a prodigious amount for mak
At Black Estates 2:30 p.m. While the trio were having a gala time a man with dark eyes and clenched fists was staring at them with a piercing gaze from a distance. He was none other than Dylan. Dylan: What are you both doing here? They all stopped laughing and snapped their heads towards his direction. Brandon: Playing football, wanna join? Evelyn chuckled at his response. Dylan glared her. Dylan: Ms. Clarke, don't you think you are getting too much in my way today? He snarled with gritted teeth. Xander then held her arms as he pulled her towards him. Xander: She isn't doing anything. We approached her first. He spoke in a stern voice. Brandon: And what is your problem? Stop disturbing us. Dylan was already fuming and now Brandon's words only fuelled up his anger more. He immediately marched toward them angrily. Dylan: I don't give a d
At Black's Palace 8:30 a.m. Evelyn's P.O.V. I was in my room eating breakfast quietly while my mind was still lingering around yesterday's incident. 'But why did he do that?' I have done everything what he wanted from me but still that guy.... Huh! Whom I blaming even? It's all my fate. It's all being done by God. He is also enjoying my sufferings. First, he shows me a ray of hope and then he hide it under the dark pessimistic clouds when I get to live again. He is also playing with me so why am I even blaming those filthy human beings. A sad chuckle escaped my lips as I laughed at my poor, helpless and pitiful life. End of Evelyn's P.O.V. Maria's P.O.V. After preparing the breakfast, I entered the room only to find Evie smiling with tears streaming down her face. My heart shattered into million pieces looking at th
Evelyn's P.O.V Dylan: Had fun? I looked at him blankly but he kept glaring at me. "Evie" Suddenly I heard Mom's voice. I looked behind Dylan only to see my mother coming towards me while smiling at me. I smiled back. Evie: Mom. I approached her. She hugged me. Mom: Enjoyed your hangout. I chuckled. Evie: Yes, a lot. Thank-you so much, Mom. I chirped. She then side hugged me and took me inside. End of Evelyn's P.O.V. Dylan kept staring at Evelyn while they both went inside the mansion ignoring his presence completely. Again, anger started building up in him but he recalled his Dad's words and calmed down. Dylan: I'll see you later. He glared at Evelyn's leaving figure and walked away. 🌹~Next morning 6:30 a.m. Evelyn was standing at the main gate. Her sparklin
Xander: What's going on between Eve and Dylan? Maria looked at him calmly. She didn't have a single scar of shock or worry on her face. 'But why?' Maria: They don't share a good relationship with each other. She replied in a cold tone. Xander scoffed at her reply. Xander: I am already aware of that. Tell me something I don't know. He glared at her because it was clear that she was hiding the truth from him. Maria sighed and spoke in a soft tone. Maria: I can't tell you that. Xander's eyes widened. Xander: WHY? He growled in anger. Maria: You will get to know the truth once the time comes and it will be good if you hear it from the right person. For now, I only request you to keep her safe from him. He frowned at her words. She nodded. Xander then heaved a sigh and nodded back. Xander: Alright. Take care of her. He spoke while lo
Evelyn's gaze landed on Mr. Swift who was standing in front of her along with the senior police officer, Detective Drake Anderson. Detective Anderson was a good friend of Dylan’s dad Mr. Black. Anderson gave a death glare to Dylan and his parents. He then walked towards Mr. Black and grabbed his arms. "You're under arrest for abusing, humiliating, blackmailing your daughter in law and also for trying to kill her parents. I am so shocked and also disappointed with you, Wills. Despite being a respected and famous business magnate of America, you committed such a disgusting crime. You should be ashamed of yourself. Your shameful and odious acts had not only me let down but had also brought a shame in our society." He spat in disgust and handcuffed him. A lady officer then handcuffed Mrs. Black who was weeping silently on her sordid life. Dylan raised his hands in air and let the cops handcuff him, his eyes never left Evelyn who was staring everything
The party which was on its full swing a few minutes before deluged with sheer silence. Shocking gasps and murmurs could be heard in the dark hall after Dylan's shocking confession. He was still on his knees, talking to Evelyn with a sorrowful voice while she kept listening to him patiently. Dylan: I know Eve. I know whatever I’ll say, neither it would make any sense nor it will be useful as it's high time now. But just let me confess my sins today. He cried. Evelyn still didn't utter a word. Dylan took her silence as a cue to continue further. He immediately stood up on his feet and faced everyone who was watching him with bewilderment. Dylan then heaved a deep sigh before speaking in his husky voice. Dylan: I know that this news must have come as a shock to you all but it's the truth. Evelyn Clarke was earlier the manager of her dad’s company, Clarke Enterprises. I met her in US around three years ago. She caught my eyes at our first meet and arouse
At Blue Moon hotel Brandon's P.O.V. Xander and I have been waiting for Evelyn and Aunt Maria for the past 30 minute but there was no sign of them. Xander kept glaring his shining Rolex every now and then impatiently while I was also getting fretted as to what was taking them so long. This hotel was none other than mine. I personally choose this venue as it would avoid unnecessary hassles and also to avoid my sick friend, Dylan Black. The hall was festooned with golden and black colour balloons and a golden chandelier was dangling from the ceiling whose golden rays was illuminating the whole area. The stage was decked with pink and purple curtains. Only Evelyn's close friends that are Lily, Ian and Rose were invited to the party and the decorations were kept simple and beautiful, just the way she wanted. I was waiting eagerly for Evelyn. Since our heated argument, Xander was giving me a cold shoulder. I know Xand
Brandon: HURRYYYYYY!!!!!!! Xander: WAIT IDIOT!! I WOULD HAVE TUMBLED UPON THE STAIRS. Xander yelled while gripping the wooden railings at Brandon who was standing at the entrance wearing a scowl. Well, Xander and Brandon had thrown a grand party for Evelyn's birthday in Blue Moon Hotel. They both were ready in their expensive Armani suits and were looking devilishly handsome. Xander abruptly stopped near the staircase. He then walked to the mirror that was placed on the left side of the staircase and started checking his hair. Brandon: WE'LL GET LATE MARILYN MONROE!! Brandon shrieked and grabbed Xander's left elbow making him flinch. Xander: What the- At least let me check my hair. He whined and tried to snatch his arm but Brandon tightened his grip further. Brandon: Do it in the car. We are getting late. Come on man, we are the hosts of the party and it's our duty to reach on time. Have you ever seen that guest
Black's Palace 12:00 a.m. Evelyn was in deep slumber when all of a sudden, she felt something soft beneath her. Her brows furrowed and unconsciously she removed her hand from her eyes and touched it. Her breathhitched. It was a bed. Evelyn immediately opened her eyes as she sprang up but was immediately pushed down by a heavy weight that was placed on her lower waist. Shelooked down only to see a veiny, muscular arm wrapped around her waist possessively. Her brows creased in confusion. She turned her neck to the right only to flinch back in fear. Dylan was sleeping right beside her; his face held an expression of peace and content. Evelyn instantly jerked away his hand. Dylan frowned and opened his eyes only to see Evelyn glaring him. But to her surprise, Dylan looked at her and his lips broke into a smile. Evelyn: Why am I- "Happy birthday my Genie"
"Whatever you do, never run back to what broke you" Evelyn's P.O.V. I got off the bus and started walking towards the Black's Palace. My mind was a mess. All the hectic events of today had totally exhausted me. I looked around only to see a few kids playing with each other, few couples walking while smiling and cuddling with each other. My heart twitched with pain as I saw these carefree people who are enjoying their life and then there's me whose life is a no more than a melodrama. I don't know why people can't let me live in peace. I don't know what wrong I have done with everyone. Neither I fought with them, nor badmouthed about them, nor mocked them nor passed them rude taunts. Then why the hell they are bothering me? Why can't they just let me live in peace? ~Flashback Brandon: You're coming with us and I won't take a no as an answer.
Black Estates, America Evelyn had locked herself in a random cabin and was pacing back and forth like a mad woman. She wasn't asleep, she was just pretending. Dylan got a call from Mr. Swift and he immediately left. Taking the chance, Evelyn ran out of his cabin not caring about the weird glances which she was receiving by the people who were present in the hallway. She went inside a random room and locked herself inside it. Evelyn was utterly terrified of Dylan. The fire which she saw in his eyes was not of anger or lust but of madness and a sick obsession. Madness to have her, obsessiveness to possess her. Evelyn was sick of him. She wanted nothing to do with him anymore but does he even care? She thought finally she had moved on, finally she could live her life as a free bird. She knows that she won't be able to get her original life back, her original smile back, her original dreams back but still she was optimistic as she can at least spend the
"W-Wait, what are you doing?" Evelyn rushed to Dylan with tottering steps. Her heart was hammering in her chest wildly. She had never imagined that one day she had to stop her own tormentor from confessing his sins. The situation was frivolously ironic. But was that the only reason? Evelyn: Please Dylan! Evelyn ran to him and immediately pulled his hand which was about to grab the knob. Dylan turned his head to the side and looked in her eyes which were desperately pleading him to stop his madness. Dylan: Leave. He spoke in a calm but deep voice. But Evelyn didn't budge instead she tightened her grip. Evelyn: No, please. Don't do this. She spoke in a heavy voice. Dylan turned around and pulled her towards himself making her land on his chest. Her eyes widened in shock. He then coiled his arms around her waist and looked straight in her eyes. Dylan: Why? Don't you want that?
Black Estates Inside CEO's cabin Silence. An eerie and dead silence crawled inside the closed room after the three words escaped her lips. Everything turned so still that one could even hear a pin drop. No words were exchanged after that heated conversation. Evelyn looked at Dylan nervously, her hands were trapped in his large ones. He was still sitting on his knees in front of her but he was quiet, awfully quiet. His posture had turned rigid. His gaze was fixed on their intervened fingers but his face held an unfathomable expression. Deadly calm and stoic. But Evelyn wasn't able to digest his calmness. It only meant two things... One, he was shocked and was left with no words. And the second, She didn't even want to think about it. That mere thought was enough to giv