My body trembles as I stare at Reign. He was holding the part of his cheek that I slap.
I was surprised about my own actions. I didn’t mean that. My hands just suddenly moved without me being aware of it.
I flinched when Reign looked at me. The pounding of my chest grew louder as if it were going to lose from their cage.
I bit my lip and clasp my hands tightly to restrain myself from shivering. Reign just stared at me and didn’t say a word.
“What?” I said in a questioning manner. Hey Ruchee, do you love yourself?
Are you freaking serious? You’re the one at fault, but then, you have the guts to say something like that? C’mon!
Because of the nervousness that enveloped my body, I didn’t realize that my bite on my lips intensified.
“Ouch!” I tearfully hissed. I immediately touched my lips and felt a visco
I woke up to the noise coming in from my two ears. There’s a commotion happening. When I opened my eyes, I saw Reign and Elliott facing each other beside the door.I immediately raised my hands on my bed to get support from it to sit up from lying down. Because of my forced sitting, I felt pain.I looked at my body. There was a bandage placed on my thighs, knees, elbows, and on my fingers. I also noticed that I’m now wearing different clothes.It’s like a hospital gown. Too light to feel and gives an uncomfortable feeling. I tried to move, and I felt like something was holding my stomach.A bandage is also wrapping my tummy from the back. I couldn’t help but smile. Even so, Reign still treated me. I thought he said to himself that he won’t help and treat my wounds? I never thought that a person like him also have a conscience.“You&
I was left dumbfounded. Party? What was Reign thinking? Why would I go with him to a party? I just recovered from my wounds, but this is the first thing he’d want me to do. I don’t know what Reign’s mind is thinking. Party? God! What am I going to do there? Become a proxy? Pretend to be her lady? I gently touch my chest when someone suddenly grabbed my shoulder. I almost fell with a panic of being greeted by the face full of paint; I mean, makeup. I was surprised when I found out that he was already standing next to the bed. I’m still leaning on the headboard. When Reign asked me to stand up earlier, I didn’t. “Oh, such a lovely face,” he said and suddenly flashed a smile on his face, “I’m Crie, Jaccobich’s personal designer,” his introduction of himself. I just stared at Crie; his smiles were scary because of the thick makeup on his face. Oh, he’s a designe
When they removed the strap from my eye, we were in an area surrounded by white. When I roamed my eyes, I was inside a cabin. I remembered earlier that Reign said ‘Yacht.’This is the first time I’ve ever ridden this kind of ship, but somehow I know something about it because I love to read. Sometimes I reach out about different types of vehicles and boats, so it’s not new to me since I’m also riding thru virtual.I looked ahead and saw the door closed. The sidewall is made of glass but only in a limited length. It’s just a mini glass window or was called a hatch.I sigh because of frustration. I sat up in bed because I no longer knew what to do with what was happening right now. I thought I’d figure out how to get out of Reign’s place.But they covered my eyes as we went out of his house. I can’t find the timing to remove the blindfold beca
I was stiffened. My legs are shaking. What is going on? Why are there gunshots? I thought we were going to the party Reign talks about in this middle of the ocean, but why there’s firing going on?My soul was about to be taken away when someone was banging the door and was forcedly opened. I looked at the person who had caused the door to be smashed. It was Reign, and he’s holding a gun in his right hand.I was surprised while looking at him. When he saw me, Reign walked quickly to me. I just stayed in my position. I was very shocked because it was the first time I had heard a loud gunshot.“Are you okay?” Reign asked worriedly. I wanted to open my mouth to answer him, but I couldn’t, so I just shook my head to let him know that I wasn’t okay.Who would be okay if you suddenly heard a loud bang? I just want to take a nap! That’s all!
I stopped because of Reign’s sudden kiss. Even if we are under the sea, I widened my eyes. Who wouldn’t be surprised if you were suddenly kissed by a man you don’t even know very well. Only name and status in life!I wanted to struggle, but my body was too heavy because of the seawater. When I looked at Reign, his eyes were closed as our lips pressed together.Gradually, I began to feel more comfortable, and my breathing began to improve. I don’t know, but Reign gives me air using his mouth. I didn’t know what to do, so I just closed my eyes to imitate what he was doing.It’s embarrassing to admit, but I don’t know how to kiss. This is the first time someone got close to my body this instance, and someone touches my lips.As I closed my eyes, I felt Reign gently touch my nape. I was surprised because he pressed my face even harde
“Get another lifeboat ready,” Reign said as he cocked his handgun then looked at me. He took me by the right arm and gently guide me to stand because I was still sitting, “and we will hold the enemy here to protect my woman,” the words he added made me blush, but I was confused. Why does he keep insisting to become his woman and saying those words? Is this the sole reason why he brought me to the auction? “Yes, boss,” I turned my gaze on Reign’s back. One of his men was already preparing another lifeboat. Reign was truly authoritative in all his subjects. Everything that comes out of his lips is immediately followed by them. “Look at me,” said Reign. I was surprised as he gently touched both my cheeks and turned my face to him, “Do you know how to paddle?” he asked while his blue eyes were staring at me intensely. I left no choice but to nod. Actually, I do not know-how. If
When I got away from them, my boat suddenly stopped working. I immediately picked up the rowing that was next to me and immediately swerved.But even before I could paddle long, I heard gunfire from the direction where Reign and his men were. I stopped and looked back. I can’t see much, but I know they’re shooting now.I don’t really know what’s going on. My brain has not yet accepted that I have entered a perilous world that I thought only came true in manga and movies.I turned my gaze to the front and continued rowing. I shouldn’t have stopped. I didn’t want to waste the sacrifice Reign made so that I could escape away from them.I don’t know why he’s doing this to someone like me, so I have to answer it all. I need to get an answer from him!“You must survive today, Reign. Because I’m sure wha
Reign got off first when the speedboat reached the shore. He still holds the gun as he reaches out his hand to help me down as well. When I got down, he suddenly placed his right hand on the side of my waist and gently pulled me closer to him.I was shocked at what Reign did. Even though he was hit by a bullet in the left arm, and I knew he was exasperated, his body didn’t seem to be running out of energy. Is he really a robot?I just ignored him. I wanted to struggle, but I couldn’t because I was also losing physical strength. I just turned my gaze to the front.“What happened to you, Sir Reign?” One of the female islanders suddenly asked while anxiously looking at Reign. When I looked at the faces of them all, I don’t know there was a trace of concern as they looked at Reign’s arm with a bullet wound.Reign gently released my waist, but he kept me sta
WARNING: Mature content ahead!—Three years later...“Congratulations, my love for passing the Nursing Licensure Examination.”Reign’s introduction as I set my foot inside our house. Two years ago, Reign and I decided to build our own home. Of course, I insist that I will share the expenses since I still have my savings for Russiana’s operation. Reign paid all the fees three years ago at the hospital without me knowing.I looked at my wristwatch and turned back my eyes to him, “It’s already late. Why are you still awake?” I said as I walked inside our room while passing Reign.“I’m waiting for you, my love.”“You don’t have many things to do in the Clan?” Reign shrugged. Reign was attractive with his tiny beards. It’s making my heart thump like in a
“Where are you?” Reign asked from the other line while my phone was in between my ear and my shoulder. I was currently at a Department Store, holding two paper bags. “I’m at a store.” “What store?” “It’s a secret.” “Ruchee.” “I’m doing an important thing. Gotta go. See you later; I love you.” I did not wait for Reign’s response and immediately turned off the phone, so he couldn’t contact and disturb me later. I might spill out everything I have of my plan. I sigh and then looked at the saleslady in front of me. “Would you like to make that on our special room, ma’am?” I nodded then smiled at the saleslady. “That would be great.” After she showed me and take me to the room she’s talking about, the saleslady left. There are some people inside the room, and when I
“Oh, stop that, sweety. You just had surgery last week, and you need to take a rest for the whole three months.”I muttered when Russiana pulled her things out from the bag, “But I want to study, Ruru,” she sadly said. Is sigh and sat on matching her height. I reached for her cheeks and gently cupped them as I stared at her eyes.“There’s a time for that, okay? Ruru already asked your teacher about your leave of absence for five months. They agreed because of your health issues. Do you want me to get mad at you?” Russiana shrugged her head gently, “That’s good, then listen to Ruru, okay?” she nodded. I brought my lips to her forehead and planted a kiss in there.After Russiana put her things back inside the bag, we got out of her room. I looked at her as I hold her tiny hands. I can’t stop smiling, and my heart was now at rest from being
“Do you like this?”“No.”“How about this?”“Not either. I don’t like strawberries.”“Chocolate?”“Sort of. Maybe that’ll work.”“Okay. Just wait for a second, and I will put some chocolate ice cream in a bowl.”I nodded then Reign walks out from my sight. I let out a deep sigh. It’s been three days since the incident happen where I almost lost my life again on Sharmon’s hands and was saved by Reign.After that night, Reign told his men to find Sharmon, but she’s already gone in the City. They tracked her and got the information that she already flees out to foreign countries. Reign wanted to follow Sharmon with his connections, but I stopped him.Since she’s already
Reign cupped my cheeks as he was holding a gun. Our body was wet, and he gently sat on the ground while carrying me in his arms, making my body lying on his lap.“I’m sorry.”Reign said while sticking our wet forehead together. I did answer because my body is weak, and I want to recover my fallen energy. He hugged me tight, making me facing his neck.“I almost come late. Thank God,” he then kissed my forehead as he caressed my hair.“How did you find me?” Reign stared at me with worried eyes.“I tracked your phone,” he then caresses my cheeks, “Thank you for calling.”I no longer spoke, closing my eyes while in his arms. My body weakened. All I want to do right now is fall into Reign’s arms. I feel safe and secured. He gave me this feeling that I can rest my mind b
My heart was throbbing fast, and I can feel how my head throbs reluctantly because of Sharmon’s tight grip and pulling. Yes. The one who was following is Sharmon. I tried to struggle, hoping that I can break free from her hands, but I failed. I think Sharmon’s strength doubled from the last time she wanted to kill me. “Finally. I’m holding your life again, biatch.” She said as she put all her force on grabbing and pushing me to the ground. My body hits on floor, giving me pain in my back and nape. I tried to stand, but I think the bones on my legs were affected. It was in excruciating pain that made me groan secretly. I was too tired at the Bar earlier because there are many customers to serve; that’s why my body was doubled in pain. Sharmon took her steps to me and stomped me with all her might. I feel like everything I ate went up. “This is wha
It’s been four days since Reign and I have our last talk. As I said, he did not show his face in front of me; instead, he sends the twins to the apartment. I didn’t refuse because they were already there when I came home from work three days ago. I also didn’t expect them to take a room next to us.For the past few days, I tried not to think about Reign, but I failed. Everything I do reminds me of him. I no longer feel angry with him, but my chest aches. Maybe because of what I found out.Honestly, I’m not really displeased. I was just too surprised. I wanted to see Reign talk to him and hug him, but first, I had to consider whether I could face and listen to Reign’s admission.I sigh and cast out every thought I have and started walking out of the Nursing Laboratory. Since it’s Wednesday, we just finished our laboratory performing how to extract blood from a patient.
“Are you sick, Ruru?” Russiana asked behind me. I was lying on the bed while covered with a blanket.“No, I’m fine, sweety.”“Are you sure? Your voice is hoarse, Ruru. You sound like an old woman.”“No, don’t come near Ruru. I’m having a cold. You might catch it,” I reasoned when I felt Russiana take her body to the bed where I was lying on. I don’t want her to see my face. It was already swollen with tears last night.Fortunately, Russiana was asleep with Thraia, so they didn’t notice my sudden arrival. When I remembered what happened last night, I couldn’t help but cry. I immediately restrained myself because my sister might hear my soft sobs.“Okay. I will ask Thraia to make a soup for you.”“Thank you, sweety,” I felt my little sister&rs
“How did you know about this place?” I asked Reign with amusement as I was cutting the beefsteak on my plate. He just smiled, and he fills his mouth while looking at me. I just shrugged my head. He’s been staring since we seated at this table.“It’s a recommendation from Gab. I rent the whole place so that we can have our privacy. Did you like it?”My jaw dropped because of how he casually said rent, but I just nodded while casting out that shocked expression of mine, “Yes. I love it. I did not expect that this place existed.”“I should give Gab a pat on the head.”“Why?”“Because you liked the place.”We’ve talked about a lot of things while spending dinner alone together. I asked Reign about what I was curious about, but there’s one thing I can’t spil