SoniaMy breath caught in my throat as I met Daniel’s furious gaze. His jaw was clenched, his nostrils flaring and his dark eyes burned with suspicion. Did he hear me talking to Ethan? I forced myself to remain calm, tightening my grip on the doorknob to stop my hands from shaking. "Daniel… what’s wrong?" I asked, trying to sound normal. He stepped closer, his eyes scanning my face. "What took you so long to open the door?" His voice was low but sharp, sending a shiver down my spine. I quickly forced a nervous chuckle. "I was freshening up," I lied. "I didn’t expect you to come so soon." Daniel’s gaze flickered toward the bathroom door. His jaw tightened. "I heard voices," he said coldly. "Who were you talking to?" My heart pounded. He did hear something. I shook my head quickly. "Voices? Oh, you must have heard the TV," I said with a forced smile. "The TV was on while I was taking a shower," I said nervously. His eyes darkened as he took another step forward. I resist
Daniel I halted mid-step, my body tensing as I lifted my gaze to the window of my room. The curtain moved slightly as if someone had been standing there just a while ago. I narrowed my eyes. “Sonia?” I muttered under my breath, still gazing at the window. Is she watching me? I waited, scanning the window for another glimpse but nothing. The curtain was still. "Maybe I am overthinking things," I murmured to myself but still, I couldn't take any chances. I turned to Dragon, my most trusted man and spoke in a low and serious tone. “I want more men watching over Sonia. I want to know about every movement she makes.” Dragon gave a soft nod. “Understood, boss.” “And double the guards at our hideout.” I gestured toward the bush path behind me. “Make sure she never goes near that place. No matter what.” Dragon’s expression remained unreadable, but his voice was firm. “I’ll handle it.” Good. I just brought in a fresh shipment of illegal goods and the profits are going to
Alex I clenched my jaw, my grip tightening around my phone as I pressed it against my ear. "Still nothing?" I asked, my voice laced with frustration. "No, boss. There is no sign of her," the voice on the other end replied. I slammed the phone onto my desk, breathing heavily. Three days. It has been three fucking days since I last heard from Sonia. The last time I went to her house, she told me she had stepped out. But I knew she was lying because I heard her phone ringing inside when I called but I didn’t push further, thinking she needed space. But now, after three days of not hearing from her, I felt I was going out of my mind. Where the hell is she? Is she safe? The sound of the door opening snapped me out of my thoughts. I raised my gaze and I saw my assistant, step in, his expression tense. "Sir," he greeted with a bow. I barely acknowledged him as my mind was still clouded with the thoughts of Sonia. "Have you seen the news?" he asked hesitantly. I shot h
Alex"Someone's coming," Kelvin whispered urgently. "Don't call me again. Just text me if you want to speak with me." I nodded, though he couldn't see me. "Got it. Keep an eye on Jay. I'll text you later." The call ended. I leaned back in my chair, staring at the ceiling, my mind spinning. Jay is inside Daniel’s hideout. That bastard is keeping Sonia’s son as leverage, forcing her into a marriage she never wanted. My jaw clenched. I have to get Jay out before Daniel does something to him. I stood up from my chair and walked over to the window. The city lights stretched far and wide, casting a warm glow over the city but all I could think about was the little boy trapped in that monster’s den. "Hmm..." A sharp sigh left my lips as I moved to my desk and poured myself a drink. The liquid burned down my throat but it did nothing to ease the storm raging inside me. This is my chance, my opportunity to prove to Sonia that I love her... That I cared for her and Jay more t
Alex"We needed to leave now!" I yelled out, holding Jay's hand. Jay’s small hand trembled in mine and I could feel his fear. I glanced around the dimly lit room, searching for another way out. The only exit is the door but going through it meant running straight into Daniel’s men. Just then, my eyes landed on the window. I smirked. "Perfect." Wasting no time, I rushed to it and smashed the glass with my elbow. The shards scattered but I ignored the sting on my skin. I climbed through first, landing on the ground below. "Pass him to me," I whispered to Kelvin. Kelvin lifted Jay and carefully handed him over before jumping down himself. The detective followed right after. We barely had time to catch our breath before we heard voices. "There they are!" I turned just in time to see two guards pointing at us. They raised their guns but the detective was faster. He pulled out his pistol and fired. Both men dropped instantly. "Move!" I ordered. We sprinted toward the back
AlexI carried Jay to my room and gently placed him on the bed. His small body was still weak but at least he is safe now. I pulled out my phone from my pocket and dialed the number of one of the boutique managers. “I need a full set of clothes for a boy around five to six years old,” I said. “Make sure they’re comfortable. Deliver them to my mansion within twenty minutes.” “Yes, sir,” the manager responded quickly. I ended the call and turned back to Jay. As I reached to pull off his tattered clothes, his eyes fluttered open. He looked around in confusion before his gaze settled on me. “Where am I?” he asked, his voice small but steady. “You’re at my house,” I said gently. His shoulders relaxed and he let out a small sigh of relief. “What about my mom?” “She’s fine,” I reassured him. Jay nodded, then glanced at his dirty clothes. “I can take care of myself,” he said with a small smile. I couldn’t help but smile back. Despite everything he has been through, he is s
DanielAfter Ms. Suhaila finished her speech, I moved around the room, greeting guests with a polite smile but my mind was focused on one thing... winning Ms Suhaila's trust. This is the perfect opportunity for me and I am not going to waste it. I turned to Sonia whose face was as strong as a rock. “Smile, be polite and don’t mess this up,” I whispered, gripping her waist lightly as we approached Ms. Suhaila. Ms. Suhaila was in the middle of a conversation with one of her business partners when she turned her gaze toward us. Her expression brightened and she welcomed us with a warm hug. “Ms. Suhaila, meet my fiancée, Sonia,” I said smoothly. Sonia extended her hand with a graceful smile. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ms Suhaila.” “The pleasure is mine,” Ms. Suhaila responded kindly. She led us to a table and we took our seats."Happy birthday," I greeted her and wished her a happy birthday and Sonia did the same with a charming smile. “Thank you," She replied with a smi
DanielSonia’s voice began to get on my nerves as she kept shouting at me to slow down. I clenched my jaw, gripping the steering wheel tightly. “Shut up and let me think, Sonia!” I snapped, my patience running dangerously thin. She fell silent immediately, her fingers tightening around her seatbelt. I didn’t have time to deal with her panic, I needed to get home now. As I sped through the streets and reached the mansion’s gate, I pressed the horn repeatedly, expecting the guards to open up but there was no one to open the gate for me.Where the hell are they? I horned again, irritation and unease bubbling inside me but still, there is no one. Just as I was about to step out and check, the gate creaked open slowly. One of the guards, one of the few ones who was supposed to be securing Jay’s hiding place, stepped out, his expression unreadable. Something is wrong. I could feel it. I drove in, slamming the brakes before even reaching the garage. The guard rushed forward and pu
Alex "Sonia… I'm sorry!" I called out, my voice filled with desperation but she didn’t stop. She just kept running. Fuck! I ran after her, my heart pounding but before I could reach the garage, the sound of an engine roaring to life made me freeze. No… I watched helplessly as Sonia sped out of the driveway, disappearing into the busy road. "Dammit!" I shouted, raking my fingers through my hair. I didn't mean for things to go this far. I didn't mean to force myself on her. I am not that kind of man. But Sonia… Sonia is driving me insane. She kept pushing me away and I am losing control. I am losing her. I spun around and stormed back to my office, grabbing my phone off the desk. My fingers trembled as I dialed her number. The phone rang but there was no answer. I called again but it was still the same thing. I sent a text. Then another. Then another but no reply. I knew she must be angry with me right now. Dropping my phone onto the desk, I let out a frustrated sigh
CelineI drove out of the hospital with a smirk tugging at my lips. Foolish Tina. She believed me again, just like always. But this isn't over yet. I have to deal with Sonia and fast. Tina shifted in her seat. "Drop me off at Alex’s mansion," she said. I glanced at her, raising a brow. "You’re still staying there?" She shook her head. "Not for long. I’ve secured an apartment. I’ll be moving in next week." I scoffed. "Why not stay with Alex? You know, Men can not be trusted, Tina." She gave me a small smile. "I trust Alex. Besides, I don’t want people talking." Well, I don't want to argue with her. I sighed and rolled my eyes. "Fine." Minutes later, I pulled up in front of Alex’s mansion. As she stepped out, she turned to me, concerned flickering in her eyes. "You should get that cheek treated. It’s still swollen." I forced a smile and nodded. "I will." She shut the door and I sped off. Going home isn't an option for me now. If my parents saw my face like this, t
CelineA sharp sting spread across my cheek as I held my face, my fingers trembling against the burning pain. I knew without looking that my skin was already swelling, Sonia’s fingerprints imprinted on it. Sonia. That pathetic excuse for a woman actually has the nerve to slap me? My blood boiled. "You dare lay your filthy hands on me?" I hissed, my voice shaking with fury. "And you even have the audacity to call me a whore with that stinking mouth of yours?" Sonia’s eyes blazed with confidence, something she never had before. It sent an uneasy chill through me. "Are you not?" she shot back, folding her arms. "You’re only with Ethan for his money, playing the devoted fiancée while sneaking around like the cheating snake that you are." My stomach twisted. "How… how did she know that?"I forced a smirk, masking my shock. "Watch your tongue, Sonia before I make you regret it." She laughed, a slow, mocking laugh that sent another shiver down my spine. "Oh, Celine," she sai
Sonia“I’m sorry, Alex,” I said softly, stepping back. “I already told you how I feel about Ethan.” I removed his hand from my waist but before I could take another step, Alex pulled me back, his grip was so strong that I couldn't move.Then, before I knew what was happening, his lips crashed against mine. I gasped in shock, my hands pushing against his chest but he didn’t stop. He kissed me hungrily, like a starved beast, his hands roaming over my body, making my heart pounded in fear. “Alex, stop...” I tried to push him off but he wasn’t listening. He lifted me onto my desk, his hands sliding up my gown. A shiver of disgust ran through me as he cupped my breast, squeezing it softly. No... No... I have to do something. With all the strength I could muster, I shoved him away and slapped him hard across the face. Breathing heavily, I quickly gathered the scattered documents from the floor, my hands shaking. Without sparing him another glance, I turned and bolted out of the
Sonia"Your wound is healing fast," The doctor told Ethan as he carefully changed his bandages and gave him an injection. Ethan was improving every day but the doctor insisted he stay a few more days to complete his treatment. Ethan has also instructed Dave to call someone to repair the part of the mansion that was damaged by the fire and this morning, Dave informed him that the repairs were already done. I was still sitting beside Ethan when my phone suddenly began ring. "Mommy, your phone," Jay said, bringing it to me. I glanced at the screen and frowned when I saw Alex’s name flashing on the screen. It has been five days since I last texted him about Ethan and Jay’s condition. I even mentioned that I was staying at the hospital with them but he never replied. I called him a few times, too, but he ignored my calls. So why is he calling now? "You’re not answering?" Ethan’s voice pulled me from my thoughts. With a heavy sigh, I picked up the call. "Good morning, Son
SoniaIt’s been two days since I have been at the hospital. Jay is much better now, finally strong enough to be discharged. But Ethan… Ethan is still in a coma and the longer he stays like this, the more my fear grows. The doctor has assured me he would wake up within twenty-four hours, but it’s been forty-two hours and there is still no sign of him opening his eyes. God, please… let him be okay.“Mom, Dad is still not awake…” Jay’s small, worried voice pulled me out of my thoughts. I quickly wiped away my tears, forcing a smile as I turned to him. “Yes, sweetheart, but the doctor said he will wake up soon,” I reassured him, glancing at Ethan, who lay motionless on the bed. Jay sniffled. “Mommy, I’m sorry. I put Daddy in this mess…” His voice cracked and tears slipped down his cheeks. My heart ached. He has been blaming himself since he woke up and no matter how much I tried to convince him it was an accident, he wouldn’t listen. He barely ate and barely slept, He just kept
SoniaMy heart was beating so fast, I thought it would stop. Jay is upstairs. My baby is up there and the house is on fire. What am I going to do?I wanted to run to him but I couldn’t even breathe. Thick smoke filled the entire living room. My eyes burned and every breath felt like fire in my chest.“You have to go outside!” Ethan shouted at me, grabbing my hand.“No! Jay is still up there!” I coughed hard, tears mixing with the smoke in my eyes. “I can’t leave him!”The guards rushed in. Ethan turned to them quickly. “Call the fire service now!” he yelled, his voice full of fear.Then he pointed at one of them. “Take Sonia outside. I’m going to get Jay.”“No, please!” I tried to stop him but I was already choking. I couldn’t see anything clearly anymore.One of the guards pulled me toward the door. I didn’t want to go but I couldn’t fight him. My legs were weak and my lungs burned.As soon as I got outside, fresh air hit my face. I dropped to my knees, coughing and crying at the sa
SoniaThe ride to the office was painfully quiet. Alex hadn't said a single word since we left his penthouse. He just kept his eyes on the road, his jaw clenched, his hands gripping the steering wheel like he was holding himself together. The silence was suffocating. I shifted in my seat, stealing a glance at him. I could see the storm behind his calm expression. He wasn’t just upset, he was heartbroken and I hated that I was the reason for it. I never expected Alex to propose to me again and not when my heart still belonged to someone else. Maybe I should have been clearer from the start, but deep down, I think I knew. I knew he had feelings for me and still, I let him get closer. Maybe I was selfish… or maybe I was just lonely. But I couldn’t keep pretending. Not with Alex. He didn’t deserve that. I turned him down again and it broke his heart. I saw it in his eyes. The truth is, I still love Ethan. As crazy and painful as that sounds, it’s the truth. Despite everythin
Alex "You mean after making me come late to work, you still want me in bed?" Sonia's soft laugh echoed from inside her office, slicing through my heart like a dagger. "You're so naughty, Ethan." I froze. My blood boiled instantly, rage climbing through me like wildfire. My fist clenched so tight I could feel my nails digging into my palm. Sonia… and Ethan? Sonia has been sleeping with Ethan and she pretended she didn't have any feelings for him? “Fuck,” I cursed under my breath, slamming my fist into the wall beside me. The pain didn’t even register. All I could see was red. So, all this time, she was just playing along? Is it all an act? Is Ethan the reason she kept me at arm’s length? And I thought she was beginning to fall for me. God, I’m a fool. I took a shaky breath, trying to calm myself. Well, This didn’t change anything. No, it only made me more desperate to make her mine. If plan A doesn’t work, then I will go with plan B. Either way, I am claiming Sonia one w