Alessia's POVFive days since I had a close encounter with death my heart still pumps faster than normal. I was so pissed at every one in the house I locked myself up all through Sunday and left very early for school on Monday without saying hello to any of them and I have avoided them for almost a week now. I felt betrayed for not being told what I was getting myself into. All thanks to Collin for keeping my sanity in check. I would have gone wild making my family pay for tossing me away like a piece of trash. None of them thought of the disadvantage of such irrational thought, what if I had died? Or become disabled in the least. I would have definitely committed suicide. Today is Friday and it's my birthday. At school Collin had brought me flowers and asked if I would go to a pool game with him. I didn't hesitate to say yes, it was better than having to spend time with my family. Moreover I loved every moment spent in Collin's presence. "How about this one?" I showed Ashley as I l
Alessia's POVI didn't want to let go as I held him tighter, deepening the kiss. He moaned into my mouth and i could feel it resonate in the walls of my throat. It felt different , his lips tasted like maple syrup and their tenderness made me want to keep up with it. But then I can back to my senses when a voice in my head whispered Patrick's name. I jerked away from him like his body had caught fire. Staring up to look in his eyes I could almost see a tinge of hurt in them. "I'm so sorry." I mumbled.Trying to play it cool, he shook his head dipping his nervous hands into his pocket. "It's all good toy don't have to be sorry. I'm sorry for making such move." Collin muttered."You shouldn't take the blame I also did respond, it's both of our fault. You know what let's forget about this. Shouldn't we take nice pictures and have this memory of ours saved?" I tried to deviate, before we begin to uncan some unintended worms.Collin face lifted up at that, bringing out his phone. We took
Alessia's POV It didn't take much time before we got to Patrick's home and if I must admit a torturous ride for me. Patrick made sure I didn't have much breathing space away from him, he touched me all through the ride. Placing wet kisses on my hands. Saying that it irked me so much was an understatement. I really can't seem to place a reason why everything with him seems so uncomfortable now and I refuse to admit it's for a certain someone. Keeping my face bright, we got off the car and entered the house. Patrick's parents Carla and Ryan were at the door to welcome us. "Oh my darling, you look stunning." Carla complimented. Ryan chuckled, "just like I had envisioned, you both look perfect together." I smiled tightly trying to keep my eyes from rolling off into their sockets. Patrick all the while stood still smiling like a Cheshire cat. We got ushered into the house and straight to the dining table. The whole table was set and looks overfilled, might as well call the whole nei
Collin's POV "Get your punk head out of here." Seth growled smacking my head from behind as I pulled out a chair. "Dad." I called out to Charlie, glaring at Seth. Charlie chuckled, "stop being a bother to your brother Seth." "Ohhhh." Exclaimed Seth, "never knew dad could drop bars." The whole table burst out laughing as we settled in for dinner, I had just returned from spending some time out with Alessia for her birthday. I must say I did enjoy our time together and that kiss had some tingles bubbling inside of me. Being close to her did quite a number on me. There is no denying the chemistry between us, she can feel it just the same as me. At the same time that boyfriend of hers bothers me, not just because he is one pathetic being. But I do know he is a rich asshole who can have my butt burning off if he gets a wift of me playing around with his girl. However, it's an obvious truth that Alessia isn't happy with him. What boyfriend has his girl out with another guy and she is a
Alessia's POV A burst of rage spread through my insides as I dropped off Allen's car. This would be the first time I would go to bed angry and still wake up mad at everyone. I couldn't believe Patrick's audacity to think he can harrass me whenever he can. I don't blame him though, my mum and the rest of the family have given him so much leverage. The Buffon thinks he owns me. "Don't take that steam into the school premises Alessia. You look like a raging bull." Allen called out from the driver's side. "Mind your business sucker!" I glared at him. Bringing out my phone, I typed hurriedly on it. Sent a message to Patrick to meet me at the car park. I had intentionally begged Allen to bring me to school really early, to avoid having no choice but to get into Patrick's car when he comes horning this morning. To my surprise, Allen who hardly does anything for anyone didn't argue with me. Instead, he got dressed early and was waiting out for me by the time I got down. Today must reall
Alessia's POVAll through the time spent in class, I had my eyes on Collin watching his every move. It was more like therapy for me and it calmed me down from the annoyance I felt from my argument with Patrick."Get your head in the game young lady." Ashley teased as she nudged me by the side, the moment the teacher left. I blushed profusely, realizing I had been caught. I nodded towards him, "you really can't blame me, that guy is hot.""Hmmn, every girls dream." She made a dead face.I slapped her arm, "you are just jealous." "I know you would put it at that, even when it's nothing like it. Still leesha, are you sure about this?" Ashley inquired with a worried tone."Sure about what?" I asked"About your disagreement with Patrick, you do know how your family can get when they find out your cut ties with him.""That is what he deserves and I need to be able to live and be happy." My voice had risen at this point."I understand you, there is no need to raise your voice." She patted
Collin's POVThe soda Alessia has in hand definitely has been spiked or probably got mixed with alcohol. How we went from me assuring her about her family's love for her, to her professing love to me surpassed me.An awkward laugh escaped my lips, "what did you say?" I inquiredHer mouth was wide agape for a while, before she close them back up. "Oh please don't mind me. Was just a slip of the tongue." She laughed out a bit too loudly."Okay." I smiled back at her.The apartment looks really nice and simple, nothing felt too much or out of place. They were just the perfect fit. I would love to stay in a space like this, to cap it all it's kind of serene for the environment the building is located in. The only faint noise you would hear is the passing of cars. "Now I guess it's time to ask my own questions." Alessia smiled, she has the most beautiful smile I have ever seen. "So sorry for my outburst the other time.""It's all good. Tell me what would you like to know?" "Just want to
Collin's POVI returned home feeling less motivated to do or feel anything. All the while as I rode in the taxi, I kept calling Alessia but she wasn't picking. It didn't feel like I said anything wrong, she just got it all mixed up. Entering the house, Ester was seated in the living room knitting. I would never understand why she enjoys that task so much, it looks really boring to me."Hey there you." She called out to me, patting the empty side of the chair for me to seat in. "Mum!" I responded sitting next to her.Resting my head against the chair; I shut my eyes tightly trying to get the exhaustion away from my eyes. "You look bothered. What's on your mind?" Mum asked not looking up from her knitting. Still with my eyes closed I grinned, "how would you know something us wrong with me when I am not even looking at you.""That is what they call mother instincts. So tell me what has gotten you so smug. Is it Alessia?""I don't seem to get it mum. I thought it was a polite thing to
Author's POVThe room appeared tensed due to the awkward silence, none of them could bring themselves to speak. Charlie exhaled loudly, finally finding it in him to make a sound. He had received a call from Brenda asking him to come with Ester to the house. However, they had arrived and met about three unfamiliar people. Charlie couldn't tell if they were werewolves or humans. They could be any of the two, he would argue more human because there was no traces of the wolf scent in them. Only if they had mask it well enough. Neither Brenda or Damien had come down to attend to them yet and it was making Charlie feel impatient. Ester noticed her husband discomfort, she placed a hand on his knee to help him relax. "What's wrong?" She inquired. He gulped, "I don't know. I don't feel too good about coming here, what do you think is going on? It's too unnaturally quiet in here." "Just relax. It's not like there is anything to be worried about when it comes to Tephanie's parents. We have
Author's POVCarla hissed loudly into the receiver, she hated it when Brian tries his hardest to give her an excuse. She had heard Ryan talking about Tom found dead and she wanted to know of everything that the frat had discussed. But Brian wasn't divulging any information. "You wouldn't like what I would do to you Brian if I find out you have been fooling me. I hate being toyed with and you know. I guess there is no need for me to try explaining myself to you. What happened during your meeting?" Brian exhaled loudly on the other line, "don't talk to me like I am one of your son's friend or someone you feed. I am none of the two, so when I tell you what actually is the situation of things you learn to take it as it is. He is suspecting me already and you know how brutal he can be." "Brian, don't mess with me. Try your best to find out whatever it is Ryan might be planning. And I need every information tonight itself. Also, don't forget to let me know when the next heist would be ca
Author's POVRyan's eyes almost jutted out their sockets when he saw Tom lifeless on the floor. He had thought it was a joke when he had gotten a call from the frat to inform him of Tom's death. It seem so surreal. "You did this to cover for you and your family right?" Brian was the first to flare up, his usual way of acting. Jordan cut him a glare, "don't say something you might regret Brian. Ryan how did this happen?"Staring in disbelief, Ryan chuckled. "You all must really think I am this stupid. Why would I do this? It's obvious there is someone among us who is doing all of this and trying to pin it on me. And I can tell who is trying to mess around with me." Brian's heart thumped at that, he feared Ryan might have found out about his constant meeting with his wife. His palm became sweaty when Ryan's eyes lingered on him. "Don't give me that look." He muttered hurriedly. "Why? Are you the one making things up?" Ryan retorted. "Does one make death up?" Brian threw back at him
Collin's POVI could sense the discomfort in Patrick's voice, something was wrong and he wasn't doing much of a good job in hiding it. We were all seated at the school cafeteria for lunch, everyone chatting away. Ariel didn't seen to notice him because of the juicy gossip she was having with the rest of the girls. I noticed our table isn't exactly complete, Allen and Ashley aren't with us. My head seem to be completely filled with different thoughts, and I can't deny that I don't feel like having any form of long discussion. Alessia understood this and gave me my space, it was much more enjoyable watching her have fun and not necessarily involving my take. I felt a sudden tap on my shoulder, glancing at the direction of the touch. Patrick motioned with his head for me to come with him. I kissed Alessia hurriedly on the cheek, before going with him. "I see I am not the only one in a deep thought." He chuckled as we walked towards the schools football pitch. I shrugged, "sometimes t
Author's POVCarla loved her disguise, the use of the hooded red dress she had bought unintentionally years ago finally came in handy when she needed it the most. Coupled with the round glasses and heavy red lipstick on her lips, she could be mistaken for someone else. It's quite a hard task outsmarting someone who is watching ones every move. But she wouldn't let that deter her, she had reserved a sit in the most busiest restaurant in fox city. And the location seem perfect because; none of those who have the high probability of recognizing her would never be found in such place.When she got to the private booth she had on reserve, Brian was already seated with his head down sipping on his drink like a just released convict. He blinked rapidly when he saw her. "Welcome, Carla." He stuttered. She rolled her eyes, sitting down with a huff. "I need you to give me a full update to whatever the message you sent me was about."On her way back to the house she had received a text from B
Author's POVRyan watched in anger as the few members of the frat stood in the hallway of his home supervising the installation of cameras and recorders in the rooms. They had chosen to come at the exact time Carla and Patrick had left the house. Almost like they were spying on the family's move. When the men hired for the job left everyone of them had an access to the installments to ensure whoever hears or sees anything suspicious will let the others know. Jordan was the first to speak. "Everything is all set now Ryan. It's up to you to do exactly as you are told now without doing otherwise. If something is to change we have to take the bull by it's horns." He saidBrian snickered, "there is no need to trust him with it, we would have to stay behind to be sure he does what is expected of him."Ryan clenched and unclenched his fist, he would really have to rethink that thing called selfcontrol and punch the guts out of Brian. "You won't come around to disrupt my home and still exp
Alessia's POVThe music blasted in my eyes as I shot the arrows hitting it's target like I was on some sort of cruise. It made me feel calmer and happy. I should really do this more, my shooting isn't all that bad. I have just been too lazy to practice. "Wow, what are you on woman?" Allen sat next to me, as I rested with my arms stretched out on the grass. I snickered sitting up, "do you always have to comment on everything?" He shrugged, "I can't just help but notice, don't crucify me." I laughed, "what exactly have you don't this morning?" "Ran ten laps around the field. Caught my breath about a hundred times and now I feel like the most fit person in the entire universe." "You crazy being. When would you act your age?" I couldn't hold back the loud laugh. He joined in still resting on the grass, letting out a loud sigh when he caught his breath. "I am trying to take one step at a time." "What's the matter?" "Nothing." He said hurriedly"You are lying. That was too quick!"
Author's POV"He is sensitive, you should have been more careful with him." Charlie said looking displeased. Himself and wife with Brenda and Damien were sitted in the latter's study after excusing themselves from the dining table.Brenda shrugged maintaining her stand next to her sitted husband. "You can't blame me. There has to be a way to point this things out to him just in time. We never know when trouble will knock and from the look of things this evil doers are getting closer." "Maybe we were too harsh on him, honey." Damien admitted, "he is just a child that has endured so much in his life. We could have been more patient." "Patient you say?" Brenda retorted, "my child's life and future is also at stake here. Don't you think it has me worried.""By all means I feel the same way too." Ester flared. "You are so concerned about your own daughter, you intend to put my own son in a fix and have him doubt himself. So you know hard the nightmares are on him? He passes out when the
Collin's POVI can't seem to understand this sort of dinner where the hosts pry into your life and discuss it so openly like they know you closely. Why Tephanie's parents would question me like I was the one dating their daughter, seem to surpass my knowledge. To cap it all my parents sat down saying nothing, there was no doubt one of them had exposed me to Tephanie's parents. Charlie it might be, because he kept talking about how they were leaders of the watch and how important they are. Not to forget their protective body would help us last longer in the fox city.I hate being at people's mercy and most importantly people meddling into my personal life. I kicked at the grass angrily. My eyes scanning the car outside the gate, Tephanie's compound was filled to the brim with different type of cars. Its almost like a silent message to visitors not to bother driving in.If that wasn't the case, one member or two of the family is obsessed with their car collection. They have the most we