After a moment's hesitation, Antonio decided to calm down and wave it off. "Tell him I'm busy. I'll deal with it later."The lackey nodded and left and the other one followed suit, abandoning his broken phone in the living room, while leaving Antonio alone with the unanswered questions and the flickering screen of his phone. The family legacy was a burden he had always carried like a lead weight and though it has always been heavy, it felt heavier tonight.He continued thinking and gradually found himself sinking into the shadows of his own thoughts, the city outside hummed with its own secrets. Antonio was caught in the crossroads of frustration and power, he just liked to be in solitude of his own company. He was after all, a man grappling with the consequences of his actions in the silent confines of his apartment. The fact that he did not return the calls continued to nag at Antonio like a persistent itch. He scowled at his phone and eyed it wearily, the buzz cutting through the
"Look at those biceps. Truly a masterpiece, really."He then picked out a tie and adjusted it well, it was a luxurious silk tie designed with a subtle pattern that whispered sophistication!He then thought to himself, "Oh, Antonio, you sly fox. This suit isn't just an ordinary clothing, it is a mother fucking statement. A declaration of just how freaking fabulous I am. Damn, I look so good!"His internal dialogue echoed with self-assuredness and an even bigger ego, he was relishing in the anticipation of the envious glances he was bound to receive. "Who wouldn't envy a man of my stature?" he mused as eyes narrowed in self-admiration. Antonio found satisfaction in the thought of being the center of attention, he imagined the whispers of admiration that would trail in his wake.While adjusting his pocket square, he winked at himself in the mirror. "Is there a more perfect human specimen than me? I doubt it."The next thing he did was to enter into the realm of footwear and he chose a pa
Immediately he entered the club, his arrival was like the opening scene of a blockbuster movie. Heads turned and whispers spread wide like the wind through palm trees. The ladies exchanged glances, and Antonio, who was obviously in his own world of big ego, made sure that he soaked it all in like a sponge at a celebrity pool party.A group of ladies had their gazes locked on him and eventually, they moved closer towards him. "Hey there," one purred as she her hair. Antonio smirked, finding delight in the attention he was getting, but his ego had him playing it cool."I only dance with winners and you're a loser," he replied and started dismissing them with a calculated glance. The rejected trio exchanged puzzled glances as Antonio continued his movement towards the dance floor.Another bold lady decided to follow up and attempt flirting at him, she was just yet another woman attempting to break through his fortress of arrogance. "You must be a magician because every time I look at you
The lady's attempt at a flirtatious smile wavered, but she pressed on, she was really hoping to salvage the encounter with him. Antonio was finding joy in his own imagined wit, and couldn't resist another jab. "You know, makeup is supposed to enhance beauty, not transform it into a carnival sideshow. Bravo, though, you have achieved a level of uniqueness I did not think was possible."The lady who her patience was now wearing thin, shot back with a fiery retort. "I may have bold colors on my face, but you, sir, seem to have a palette that only knows fifty shades of arrogance."Antonio was momentarily taken aback yet he tried to recover his composure with a forced smile. The lady, who now had a mischievous glint in her eye, delivered another blow, "If your personality matched the size of your ego, we would need a telescope just to see it. But hey, maybe that's your idea of a pickup line – 'Are you a black hole? Because your attitude sucks everything in.'""Well…"She didn't even let hi
Without waiting, Antonio immediately shot back, "If beauty were time, you would be an eternity of wasted minutes." The bartender who had been pretending not to be listening to Antonio's conversation with the ladies chuckled and Antonio's ego soared even higher. The ladies' confidence went down the drain and they turned on their heels in embarrassment.A red haired lady that looked really bold approached him immediately she saw the trio walk away, "Is your name Google? Because you have got everything I have been searching for."A completely unimpressed Antonio retorted angrily, "If I were Google, you would be the annoying pop-up that I would block." His roasts were as fiery as the salsa beat.Antonio did not understand what was with the ladies in this club and now my giving up but it seemed she felt giving it a second shot would do the trick because she decided to go again, "Do you have a map? Because I just got lost in your eyes." Antonio rolled his eyes and replied without being mer
Antonio loved how her makeup was not too much, instead it was just light and gentle. It was a light touch that enhanced her features and elegance without hiding or ruining her natural beauty. Soft hues highlighted her eyes and a hint of pink gloss was on her lips and it completed a look that was both alluring and approachable. She was just so simple and he loved it.Antonio found himself being completely drawn to the way she carried herself m, it was a blend of confidence and grace that made her stand out on the crowded dance floor and made him notice her. The seductive sway of her hips matching the beat of the music and infectious her laughter, was like a melodic note added to the nice sounds of the club.In that moment, Antonio realized that it was not just her physical beauty that had caught his attention, it was just the way she effortlessly blended style with simplicity and it was creating a magnetic allure that went beyond appearances and was pulling him to her.Antonio drew cl
Antonio watched her down the drink with a very satisfied delight, his happiness was brewing in the shadows as Zoey unwittingly swallowed the drugged drink.As Zoey continued to down the drink, Antonio's eyes glinted with a happy delight. The effects of the drug would soon weave their way through her unsuspecting system. It was a kind of satisfaction that brought so much joy to him, it was like a spider watching its prey stumble into the web. The club's neon lights cast an eerie glow on Antonio's face as he observed, like a puppeteer pulling strings, he impatiently watched the unfolding act, he looked so evil yet so innocent as he watched, he was two-faced. His anticipation grew with each passing second, he knew that soon the effects of the drugs would shake Zoey who was nothing but a canvas of vulnerability who he would only use to satisfy his dark sexual desires tonight.Zoey soon finished the drink and this made Antonio's eyes to glimmer with a happy satisfaction. The drug that was
His two loyal men arrived promptly, but they were lurking in the shadows as instructed by Antonio. Antonio pointed at the black car one of them brought and nodded approvingly. "Get my other car from the valet, and be quick about it," he commanded, his voice sounding urgent, that was to show the efficiency and urgency of his operation.The one man had instructed to get his car from the valet scurried off to fetch the car, Antonio focused on the sedated Zoey. "Help me get her into this car. Gently now," he ordered the other man, He was confident with the way every detail was falling into place.With calculated movements, they eased Zoey into the backseat of the black car. Once they had settled that, Antonio took charge and directed the driver. "Take us to the hotel, and there would be no stops. Move discreetly," he instructed,The car glided into the night as it left the alley and the club behind. Antonio was seated next to the sedated Zoey,he allowed himself a self-satisfied smirk as h
Dear Beloved Readers,If you're reading this, it means you've stuck with me through every twist, turn and terribly crafted joke that I've dared to type and send your way. For that, I owe you a universe of thanks or at the very least, a coffee if we ever meet anywhere beyond our various screens.Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when you've spent so much time in a world that exists somewhere between reality and the imagination. We've been through a lot together, haven't we? We've faced dragons (metaphorically, more like we watched the characters face dragons…hehe, evil laugh..), dived deep into the deep end of human emotions and emerged on the other side with our hearts strangely full, if not a bit bruised.But fear not, dear readers, for this is not the end. It's merely a pause, a deep breath before we dive back into the pain of creation. I come bearing news of a sequel, a new adventure that demands to be told, focusing on our beloved characters Thomas and Laila. Yes, you read
They stood apart, breathing heavily, circling each other like predators. The outcome was uncertain, both men pushed to their limits, neither willing to back down.But after several long moments of this standoff, something finally snapped.George’s arms suddenly came flying into motion, one after the other delivering blows to Antonio’s unprotected sides. Antonio dropped his blade in response, clutching at the wounds he had received. When he recovered, he threw himself at George, intent on revenge. George, knowing this would only escalate, stepped forward, blocking Antonio’s path, and retaliated by driving his elbow into Antonio’s stomach.Antonio doubled over, coughing as he gasped for air. He tried to recover quickly, but when he tried to rise, George lashed out again, his fist connecting with Antonio’s face. George seized the knife from his belt and hurled it with all his strength at Antonio’s head. But his aim was off, the weapon clattering uselessly off the walls behind Antonio’s n
Laila and Daniel moved through the warehouse's maze-like interior with a silently but there was urgency in their steps, their path was illuminated only by the occasional shaft of moonlight that pierced the grimy windows. The air was thick with the smell of a machinery long silent and every step seemed to echo in the vast emptiness.They hadn't gone far when the first sign of trouble presented itself, not as a sound, but as a sudden shift in the air, a tension that prickled the hairs at the back of Laila's neck. She raised a hand, signaling Daniel to stop."Looks like the welcoming committee finally noticed us," Laila murmured with her eyes scanning the darkness for any movement.Daniel sighed in frustration of the delay and quipped, "Do you think they're upset we didn't RSVP?"Before Laila could reply, shadows moved from the darkness, and it turned into the forms of Antonio's guards. They were fewer than the ones George and Alec had faced, but their intent was no less deadly.The firs
In the dimly lit confines of a small, makeshift cell within the warehouse, Ariana, Zoey, and Daniel's little son, The little boy, huddled together. The air was stale, heavy with the weight of uncertainty, but Ariana's arms around the children were a fortress, her resolve a beacon in the gloom.The little boy, no more than four years old, clung to Ariana, his small frame trembling. Zoey, though trying to mask her fear, kept a vigilant watch over The little boy, her protective instincts as fierce as any guard outside their door."It's going to be okay, little boy," Ariana whispered, her voice a soothing melody in the harshness of their reality. "Your daddy and Uncle George are coming for us. They're like... superheroes, you know?"The little boy's eyes, wide and filled with the innocence of youth, looked up at Ariana. "Like... like Batman?" he asked, a quiver in his voice.Zoey smiled, despite the fear gnawing at her heart. "Exactly like Batman. But cooler. Your dad is like... Batman an
Under the veil or one could say the protection of a night sky, the air was very thick with anticipation and worry, George and his companions which consisted of Laila, Alec and Daniel, that is after George had convinced his mother to stay behind, they stood before the old warehouse, the stronghold of their nemesis, Antonio. The night was eerily quiet, the kind of silence that was before a storm, a fitting backdrop for the fear that was brewing in their hearts. George, Laila, Daniel, and Alec had drove through the underbelly of the city, they had been guided by Daniel and the information they had gotten from George's ex and also by the whispers of hope and the relentless beating of their own hearts and now they found themselves at the middle of a rescue mission that seemed both daring and desperate. The warehouse loomed before them, an evidence of forgotten industry, its silhouette a serious opposite against the night sky and its shadow loomed.Laila's gaze was steely and her determin
George settled into his study and sipped his bourbon, the taste reminding him of Ariana. They hadn't been together since she got pregnant and had Sydney. George knew he couldn't wait for her to return, not when he'd seen what kind of person he was whenever he was around her. He knew that Ariana would understand why he had acted the way he did, because he did love her. He had always loved her, even though he always did like hated her more than anything else in the world.George knew deep down that there was no way that he could ever stop loving Ariana. He just hoped that she wouldn't leave him when he would finally be able to rescue her from where Antonio had kidnapped her and was keeping her."Son?" Mrs Alexander called softly as she stepped into his study. She looked around before she saw him sitting behind his desk. His office wasn't very bright, he preferred to keep the blinds closed so he could read in peace when he studied, especially at night."Yes mother?" His voice sounded ro
"Do you like that?" She breathed heavily.He looked at her and then looked at her pussy and then back at her.He smiled. "I didn't know you knew how to use wine bottles like this one."“This is one of my favourites too.”"Is this what you normally do before sex? I mean do you have sex often?"She shrugged. "I usually use a lot of lubricant but this is the way I like it. I'm so wet for you baby.""I'm sure you are, Go on eat and continue drinking, this night is going to be wild. You'll be sorry you came here once I'm done fucking you up." George said sexily.I'm sure you are, Go on eat and continue drinking, this night is going to be wild. You'll be sorry you came here once I'm done fucking you up." George said sexily. He was now looking very proud of himself."You mean you'll be sorry, I'll be sorry, I won't regret coming here." She smirked, knowing exactly what was about to happen. She had already started having the desire to see the look on his face once he made love to her."Eat fi
Her egoistic nature fueled her belief that she held a certain allure, a charm that could manipulate those around her. The evening held the promise of satisfaction for Jamie — the satisfaction of knowing that both Antonio and George might fall under the spell she intended to cast.With a final glance in the mirror, she left her home, confident in her ability to come out triumphant of any complexities that the evening would present.She had to be honest with herself, her whole family had hated her when she had not been able to maintain she and George's marriage but now she was ready to get him back and make him hers. She began to think of how many siblings she would give her daughter. She rolled her eyes as she thought of Antonio, he had been the whole reason why her marriage had failed. She had been sleeping with him and when she had found out she was pregnant, she had told him and he had asked her to get rid of the child. She remembered how she had convinced her mom to set her up on
The morning sun cast a soft glow through the windows of George's mansion as he dialed Jamie's number, with an air of uncertainty lingering in his voice. After a few rings, Jamie answered, her voice was a distant echo through the phone."Jamie, it's George. Can we talk? There's something important I want to discuss," George began, the weight of his recent tribulations evident in his tone.Jamie, on the other end, hesitated before responding, "What's this about, George? We don't exactly have a history of smooth conversations."George took a deep breath, the gravity of his words carrying through the phone line. "I miss you, Jamie. I miss us. Can we meet? There's something I need to tell you in person."A pause ensued, the silence stretching as Jamie absorbed his words. Finally, she sighed, "Fine, George. I'll come over. But this better not be some elaborate scheme or a waste of my time."Relief and anticipation mingled in George's voice as he responded, "Thank you, Jamie. I appreciate it