"Who else knows? Is it still just Ten and Lucas?"Her father nodded, adjusting his seat."Good, the less you know, the better." She reached for the door, wanting to open it."By the way. Who's the new girl at the table?" Mr. Aiden stops her from leaving.Gwen rolled her eyes."Her name is Fanny. She's the new nurse I told you about.""Small, fragile girl...""It's boring too." She agreed, rolling her eyes again."Anyway, keep me updated."Gwen reassured him and leaned in to kiss his cheek, quickly sliding out of the car.She was walking briskly, past the security guard, and into the house, but stopped short when she was suddenly confronted by Charles, who just stood there speechless, looking at her."Is everything okay? I don't see you there."He looked at her silently before speaking."I just came out. Give me a cigarette."Gwen frowned."You don't smoke."Charles did not answer for a long time.Instead, he just continued to nail her in place with his piercing gaze."I guess we don't
"Welcome back, gentlemen. We were wondering where you guys are. Can we do anything for you?" He asked them as they sat down."We just want to check the business. Is Alexander here? We want to talk to him.""He's in the administrative office. The police are here to question him again, so you might want to wait or come back later." The waiter was quick to explain, knowing that neither of them would want to be around police officers who were still trying to track down clues about them or their business."We'll wait," Charles answered simply."Can I get you anything to drink, sir?"Michel leaned back in his chair and pulled out a cigarette, lighting it."Get me a Gray Goose with ice." He ordered.The waiter bowed his head in understanding, turning to look at Charles."Just a glass of water, thanks.""Sure. I'll try to inform Alexander of your arrival and will be back with drinks." He bowed again apologetically."Still not drinking at work?" Michel smirked at Charles as they settled into t
All Fanny could see was that Michel was once again upset with something.Little does she know that all he really wants is to find the nearest wall and bang his head on it over and over because it's so pathetic.What's wrong with him?Just five minutes ago, he wanted to leave for a night of pointless sex.And now?Now, he turned that prospect down simply because she was here to help him massage his shoulder.How is that a good alternative to what he had planned?However, somehow he found it difficult to get up and leave as she was standing there in his room, looking at him expectantly.Yes, he is pathetic.Throwing the phone on the bed, Michel turned to look at her as she rose from the couch, still waiting for him to answer."I'm going to clean myself up a bit." He said in a gruff voice, running a hand through his messy hair.He still has the lipstick stain Kaylin left on his neck and he wants to wash it off along with the stench of alcohol and cigarettes before letting her step closer
Suddenly, his heart started pounding in his chest.This girl...Again, he had never seen such innocent eyes in his life.Slowly lowering his gaze, he allowed himself for the first time to really look at her.She has a pale, heart-shaped face, with a small nose.Her lips were rosy, the same shade of blushing blush on her face.Fanny doesn't wear makeup, but her eyelashes are long, curled, and the same dark brown color as her eyebrows and hair, all of which harmoniously frame her face.Looking at her deeper, he followed her pale skin down her neck, watched the pounding pulse in her throat and as he looked deeper, he saw the slightest sign of separation that she concealed by wearing a dress that fits well but still leaves a lot to the imagination.Michel was not used to this.He is used to having girls around him who are aware of the properties they own and use them.Girls who know how to play and aren't afraid to show off their bodies or crave sex and power.What about Fanny? She is ver
Vengo gulped in reply."We needed a gynecologist so I don't see a problem with Audrey doing that. It's not like they're going to start asking questions. She went there because she was pregnant, not because she was. was shot. Nothing suspicious."Everyone was excited about it, except for Michel and Fanny who kept quiet."So in six months, we'll have a baby in the house. God, we need more recruits to protect this place." Carlos added as he took a large sip of his drink.Audrey rolled her eyes."Can we please be happy and not talk about things like that for once? I want to go shopping and prepare a nursery. Gwen, Fanny, let's do it."Fanny looked at her in surprise.Shopping? She wondered how that would work when she wasn't allowed out.However, she didn't get a chance to ask as Gwen immediately cut in."Oh, that's right. Hey, I want to give the baby a bath too?""That's right. Yes. Wait, when do we need to do that?"Gwen shrugged, reaching across the table for another fruit."Before the
As he decided, he was here to make love, not to chat.Instead, he focused his fingers on the bodice of her skirt, tugging.Its zipper ripped with seemingly little effort from him and he let the skirt fall, it pooling around her legs.Sketchy clothes. Easy access... Just do it, Michel. What are you waiting for?Kaylin jumped with each touch of his hand and bit her lower lip, as he traced his fingers up her back, playing with the black button that held it in place, pondering once more at the time.Why are you hesitant? Do it.He let go of her, unbuttoned his vest, threw it aside, and kicked off his shoes."Undress me," Michel said, his voice leaving no room for protest.Maybe she can just help him through it?Kaylin eagerly stepped forward and knelt in front of him, unbuttoning his shirt, and fumbling for a moment with his belt before steadying his fingers enough to unfasten it along with the buttons and buckle his scissors.She slowly pulled them down, not wanting to let his urgency de
As soon as these words were out of his mouth, he immediately regretted it when he turned to see her even more defeated expression."Sorry, Short Legs, I didn't mean it..."Fanny shook her head."It's okay. Anyway, love is far from what's happening between us." She mumbled a little in the end, not really annoyed with Andy.She knows he doesn't mean any harm by not communicating every detail of Michel's life to her, and honestly, she can understand why he thinks so about his mafia brother.The two said nothing for a minute before Andy pulled out a pack of cigarettes, holding one out to her as a peace offer.Fanny shook her head again, this time politely refusing."So what's really going on between you two?" He asked while sticking a cigarette between his lips, and lighting it up.She sighed deeply before answering."Honestly, I have no clue..." She imitated him and picked up a few pebbles and threw them into the pond."I have a feeling for him but it's all so messy, you know?"Andy nodd
Whenever she feels low, her friends are always there to listen and help her.What should she do now?This angers Michel...And on top of that, he had a fiancée.A fiancee.She hated to admit it to herself, but Fanny found herself wondering about the girl.Farrah. She is very beautiful. And charming. Experienced. Just like Gwen and Audrey.Maybe Andy was right.Maybe she should avoid Michel from now on.The house was big enough, and even though her room was directly across from him, she could barely manage to face him during breakfast and dinner.And even then, she doesn't necessarily need to talk to him.The only thing that can get a little difficult is physical therapy.But she couldn't understand why Christian couldn't help Michel if she offered to do something else instead.Yes, she will start avoiding him from now on. No matter how hard it will be for her.This will be for her own good.---"Michel. Can you pay attention for a moment?" Carlos nudged him on the shoulder as they wer
"What makes you think we're going to have sex here?"Eyes wide, Rosabella reached forward and patted his chest, earning a mischievous laugh from him."Damn it."He laughs again but rests his head on her leg in his hands again to continue sucking."Like I could stop now..."Looking at her, all mischievous eyes then disappeared."But before we do... I want you to do something for me."Rosabella licked her lips as she watched him run his tongue over her pedicure-red toes."What."Charles' fingers massaged her legs a little harder."Touch yourself, Rosabella." He whispered.Rosabella inhaled sharply at his words.This isn't the first time he's asked this of her because Charles loves foreplay as much as she does. However, each time he utters any wish, it just makes her that much more interested.Slowly, Rosabella reached under her skirt and pulled her legs apart further as she let her hands move up to her inner thighs.She could see that he was looking down, watching her fingers trace her
Shrugging, Charles drank his wine before answering. "I don't mind the handcuffs I put on you a few days ago, so I assume you won't mind the ball and the leash." He joked.The two spent the next few minutes watching Michel and Fanny cut the cake before they resumed their conversation."So what if we make a deal?" Charles hands her a plate of cake."Oh, no way.""Why?""Really, Charles? We're terrible at making deals. We were supposed to just screw around and now we're talking wedding plans. I don't follow their arrangement. I'll go the way we want."She stuck a cake fork between his lips."Oh my, you're right." He gaped in response.Rosabella nodded firmly. "I'm always right and getting...""And you get what you want." He gulped, quickly kissing her lips."You know you always get what you want. Except in bed. Because that's where I'm king." He frowned at her as if challenging her.However, Rosabella just shrugged coldly, eating some cake herself."I have no problem with that, Charles."
"It wasn't a diamond ring but when a member of the Black Roses proposed, his future wife wore his Black Roses ring. You've seen it on Audrey, Farrah, and Fanny."She looked up from the box and looked him in the eye."Propose?" Her voice was soothing immediately, her heart pounding in her chest.Charles gently stroked her cheek. "You hate big gestures, Rosabella. But you're getting a ring. It's non-negotiable."Speechless, Rosabella held out her hand as Charles took out the ring and stuffed the box into one of his pockets.He was about to slide it in when she stopped him."Wait..." She quickly withdrew her hand, seeing the confusion on his face."I need you to promise me one thing before we're officially engaged.""Star?" He looked at her with concern."There's really two things..." She licked her lips as she tried to find the right words.Charles stood in front of her, patiently waiting for her explanation."If we have kids, I want them to have the option to get out of this life if th
Looking around them quickly, she wanted to make sure no one heard their conversation before she leaned over and whispered in his ear."Let's go upstairs...""Rosabella," He chuckles."I'm the best man, you're the bridesmaid, how do you think we can work on such a disappearance?"She knew he was right, but Rosabella simply couldn't help her.Instead, she continued to whisper more in his ear. "I want you to show me how much you own me, Charles. How much you don't like another man's hand in mine..."Charles put both of their drinks down on a nearby table and immediately wrapped his arms around her waist to pull her into his body."Are you trying to kill me?"Rosabella giggled, feeling him fix his mouth on her pulse point that he began to suck lightly.Unable to resist her body's reaction, she arched into him, making him smirk against her skin. She smells flowers and her very own delicious scent."God... so you need a reminder, Rosabella? How to behave? Do I need to keep you up all night?
"Come here..." He pulled her forward, so he could bring her body closer to his.Rosabella let him kiss her, enjoying his warm lips gently brushing hers as he let out a satisfied moan.Taking a step back, she locked eyes with him as she knotted her fingers through his hair."Did I ever tell you that you're a good kisser?" She whispered low, seductive voice.Charles bit her lower lip lightly. "No, but I won't stop you..." He chuckled as he bent down to her again and kissed her again.He locked his lips deeper, letting his tongue gently touch hers as his fingers continued to pull her shape to mold into him.Panting and heart pounding, Rosabella parted again, her eyes sparkling in satisfaction."Uh, sure you're a good kisser." She giggled.---Four months later."Congratulations." Everyone joins in, sipping champagne as they stand, all gathered together in the downstairs living space that has been decorated in a T with elegant floral arrangements and lighting.They invited key businessmen
"I did, but it's because you surprised me with it. I didn't think I could have this choice again and suddenly I was offered something that I thought I wanted. I didn't even really think before I said yes."He nodded but said nothing.Charles was tired of making the first move, always chasing Rosabella.This time he wants to hear something from her.She sighed, her brown eyes tired."You think I'd leave anyway if you weren't shot? That's what everyone thinks, maybe even Fanny."He kept his face neutral."Isn't that the truth?""No, that's not true." She frowned at the window, her cheeks flushed with emotion."You know that moment we were in that hotel room, when Archibald was about to kill you, that I didn't want to lose you. I know that, but I still don't want to admit it to anyone. I was stupid and I'm the same wretched Rosabella as ever. And once I've agreed to your offer, I'm too proud to tell you that I don't even want my stupid freedom, I don't want to leave you, don't want my ol
Michel nodded. "You should do the same."Rushing out of the room, the nurse bowed to them, quickly taking the opportunity to disappear.Surprised at the rapid turn of events, Rosabella turned to look at the leader."And you can't start with that?"He shrugs slightly. "Not as much as I give you a chance. You flew off the handle there."Rosabella let out another growl. "That damn nurse did a half job and I don't have it. So if she makes a fuss, I want you to threaten that bitch to shut up and let me do the job or have to deal with it. face the barrel of your gun."He frowned at her. Even so, Michel knew better than to argue with her. Because for the first time, he understood how much she cared about his second-in-command.And as he watched her act that way, unable to control the process she held, Michel finds himself speechless, acknowledging the fact that she is somehow a good fit for his family.That woman was a lunatic - just like the rest.---A soft hand grasped his.Charles opened
Unable to form any kind of reaction, feeling completely frozen, Michel continued."You did enough damage. So you might have five minutes with him, but after that, we're done. Is that clear?"She did not answer."I ask you a question.""Are not.""Sorry?"Rosabella stood up and crossed her arms."You heard me. I stayed."Michel took a step forward and towered over her."You listen to me. This has turned sour enough already, so I hope you go so far that you won't find your way back. I'm his boss and if I say you're not good enough for him, that's what it is. Charles will do his duty to his family and move on.""You may be his boss, but I'm his woman so we'll take a look at that."The two stared at each other without blinking.Standing there, it all suddenly made sense to Rosabella.She feels freer than before. She has been fighting her feelings for so long and has suppressed herself for no good reason.Now that she had said all that needed to be said, she felt relieved.Perhaps all of t
Finally losing the battle to keep calm, Kaylin pushed Carlos who was on the way to go to Rosabella, slapping her in the face.Fanny screamed and ran over, grabbing Rosabella to pull her aside."How dare you?""You two need to shut up. Get out of our faces or you'll be next, Fanny."Knowing that emotions were running high and that grief for Bellamy and Kieran was most likely weighing heavily on female member Black Roses, Fanny dropped her shoulder and decided not to push it any further.No, she will wait for Michel to come home and, in the meantime, get to the bottom of her own question.Specifically, facts that everyone but her seemed to already know.---"Why don't you tell me? All this time you've led me to believe that you hate Charles when in fact there are clearly emotions involved." Fanny asked Rosabella gently as they were both in one of the smaller living rooms, waiting for someone to come and give them any news after that night's incident.Rosabella used her sleeve to wipe th