DIANEOh shit….I lift up my face instantly, and my heart begins pounding for all the wrong reasons.Leo King is standing right before my eyes, his gaze flickering between me and the fallen apples now scattered on the floor.I nearly stumble on one of them, causing it to roll on the floor behind me.Gosh, I suddenly feel like a little thief caught in the act. Leo’s gaze is still trained on me, providing me no hope of any visual escape. I can't believe he just fucking caught me taking some apples from the fridge.This wasn't the perfect scenario I painted in my head of our first meeting.Nevertheless, I heave out a deep breath and clutch my hand to my chest as I try to continue breathing out slowly to calm down the adrenaline rushing through my veins. Thank God it wasn't a total stranger. Gosh, I didn't even hear his footsteps. Does he walk on air or something?“Hmm, so you are the girl Marissa talks about all the time.” He states as he casually leans against the fridge. For a moment, m
LEOStill chuckling, I grab a bottle of water from the fridge and take a huge gulp before exiting the kitchen to head to my room.Diane, or Frosty, as I have decided to call her whether she likes it or not, is a fiery one. She seems to have fire, and that hair of hers is just defiant ice.Fire and ice. I love the combo, but I am not so pleased with the combo owner.Marissa always talked so much about her, about how beautiful and talented she is. I always kept wondering what could be so special about this ‘Diane girl’ that made Marissa unable to stop filling my ears with glorified, girly details about her.Sure, now that I have seen her, I agree she has a pretty face and a bangable body—slender legs, thighs with enough meat, round ass, narrow waist, and bigger than average breasts—just the way I like my women.Her big honey brown eyes rimmed with dark thick lashes and her long frosty hair are a bonus. Dreamy strands that will be perfect for me to grasp unto if I will ever get the chance
DIANEI couldn't sleep well all afternoon after I stormed away from that asshole. I groaned and sulked into my pillow as I bashed so many cursive names against him.Now, it is late afternoon, almost evening. I am still hungry, and still very much angry with Leo.He is such a dick. After checking for calls or messages I might have missed while I was angry-napping, I sit up on my bed and stretch up my arms.My stomach rumbles loudly.“Fuck,” I hiss out quietly, clutching to my poor belly. I slowly begin to massage it as I also think of the next tasks I need to do before today completely runs out.I need to do some light shopping. Get a few new gloves and socks. Restock my pencils, and check out for any new interesting comics at the bookstore I had noticed just a few blocks away from the condo apartment.I could also get Chinese takeout for my dinner on my way back.Quickly, I get off my bed and throw on a white T-shirt and thick black baggy pants. Next, I slip my feet into my black cro
LEO“Make sure your bitch is gone by then. If not, I won't give a fuck about us having that conversation in her very presence.”Frosty glares at me one last time before pressing her key card to the lock. The door opens, and she storms out, banging the door shut to my face.The loud jam nearly throws me off balance. Whew. That was….. intense.My fingers tangle in my hair as I walk back into the sitting room, dumping down on the sofa in frustration.“Hey, I don't like her.” Maddie complains.“Me too.” I grab the bottle of red wine from the table and fill up my champagne glass.Maddie scoots closer to me. “Who does she even think she is? Does she think she's even pretty or good enough to talk to me like that?”I chuckle, nearly choking on the liquid traveling down my throat.I get that Maddie is mad at Frosty, but she didn't have to lie just to paint Frosty black. Frosty annoys the shit out of me, but she’s undoubtedly very beautiful too.“What's funny?” Maddie throws at me.I lick my lip
DIANE Shopping was nice. I bought my pencils, socks and gloves. I even got myself Chinese takeout for dinner and a couple new comics from the bookstore near the condo. The bookstore, Supernova Comics, is a lovely sight to behold. The interior is beautiful, serene, filled with tall shelves containing so many cool comics, and there's even a cozy mini reading spot at the far end of the store. Mrs Jones, the bookstore owner, was nice and very hospitable to me. My shopping experience there was amazing, and I even see myself probably visiting there whenever I need to treat myself to a comic getaway. The elevator dings, and the doors slide open. After stepping out of the elevator with my Chinese takeout in one hand, and the bag of pencils, gloves, socks, and the new comic books I got from the bookstore in my other hand, I begin walking to my condo unit. The thought of meeting Leo inside gnaws at my guts, filling me with the same instant anger that once flooded my veins about a couple hou
LEO “Stop looking at me like that.” Frosty mutters, her soft voice wavering slightly. “Like what?” I reply, keeping my tone low and deep. My eyes are still fixed on her mouth as I lick my lips, unable to stop myself from staring. Her breathing falters, and she shifts on the counter, saying nothing. I lean closer, my eyes still locked on that seductive mouth of hers. To be fucking honest, Frosty has the sexiest plump lips I have ever seen on any girl. Just the thought of kissing those full, soft looking lips, or having them wrapped perfectly around my cock has me staring more than I know I should. But I continue staring regardless, partly because I am enjoying it more than I want to admit, and the other reason being to gauge her reaction. I don't wait for long, because Frosty shifts her ass again on the counter, and her breathing seems to be faltering more and more with each passing second between us. Even her cheeks are now flushed, vividly telling me everything I need to k
DIANE Leo sighs again after I stop laughing, obviously tired of me. Coming to an agreement with him feels like I just won a huge lottery tonight.“Do you need my help with anything here?” I ask.“No. I'm almost done.” He answers as he retreats back to the lasagna he's making. He spots one of the bags I brought in containing the Chinese takeout.“Since you’re having my lasagna tonight, you won't mind me putting that in the fridge.”“Oh,” I had even forgotten about the Chinese takeout. I give him the bag, “Thanks.”“You're welcome.” He takes the bag from me.I get off the counter and grab my other bags, “I'm coming.”“Alright.” He goes back to finishing up while I leave the kitchen for my room.I open the door of my bedroom and enter inside before shutting it behind me. I keep the bags at a corner of my bed and hurry to the bathroom to have a quick shower.Few minutes later, I am done, feeling refreshed as I step out of my bathroom. After rubbing my night cream on my body and rolling m
DIANE The next morning, I am standing in front of my department building, dressed in a denim blue overall, white T-shirt, with a pair of matching white sneakers. I stare at the entrance, watching many people as they enter and exit from it.I hold tight to my bag strap, the important document I need to submit to the department officer sitting pretty in it. School will resume after this weekend, and just like I promised myself, I'll check out my classrooms and possibly the general art studio of the department.I could also stumble into a few of my level coursemates who might be here to submit a document or two just like me. Also, if I'm lucky enough, I could also meet my senior colleagues here before school resumes properly.After taking in a breath and exhaling calmly, I walk into the building, greeting the security officer as I pass. Once inside, I follow the arrow sign by my left indicating the way to the office of the department officer.In less than a minute, I am in front of the
Dearest Reader, My heart is full. Writing Diane and Leo’s story has been a beautiful unforgettable adventure, and I hope it brought you as much joy, tension, laughter, and definitely a few buckets of tears as it did to me. Diane and Leo are two characters I will never forget. Their journey from enemies to friends and finally to hardcore soulmates was crafted with the same ups and downs that make real life so beautifully complex. My baby girl Diane, most especially, gripped me by the throat throughout her journey in this book, and I cried several times whenever I found myself digging and exploring deeper and deeper into her mind and who she truly is. Leo King, well, he played with my heart as well. He made me believe he was some rich fucking brat who couldn't care less about anything, only to crash me with the truth of who he really is—a true lover king with so much indepth layers that had me lusting and thirsting for more. Thank you for staying with Diane and Leo through every twi
THREE YEARS LATER DIANE I wake up submerged in paralyzing pleasure that sends shivers sizzling down my spine. Warm lips, a hot tongue, and the unmistakable expert touch of the man I love. My body reacts instantly, stretching beneath him as I surrender to the bliss he is inflicting into every cell in my body. This is Leo’s favorite way of waking me up—and, if I am honest, mine too. I love our morning fun so damn much. “Leo…” I breathe out, my fingers threading through his dark strands, clutching tightly as he teases me, pushing me toward the edge of pleasure with every flick of his tongue, every stroke of his fingers. He knows every spot, every way to pull me apart and put me right back together again. I feel myself melting into the softness of the bed, barely able to keep my eyes open. Leo is there, between my legs, working his magic, his mouth and fingers moving with a determination that is both sweet and very sinful. I tangle my fingers in his hair, holding him to me like he
‘All I do is win.’— All I Do Is Win by DJ Khaled, Ludacris, Rick Ross, Snoop Dogg & T PainFOUR WEEKS LATER DIANEThe entire departmental auditorium is buzzing with energy, filled with students, distinguished professors, and families all seated in anticipation.It is the annual game competition event, and the tension in the air as everyone waits for the announcement of the winners is so thick that a knife can easily slice through it without stress.I am standing beside Crys amongst other competitors, our hands clasped tightly together as we look up at the stage. My heart pounds as I take in the scene before switching my attention to the rest of the audience, searching for the same familiar faces there that are present to cheer me today.My parents. Tasha and Nate. Marissa. Dante. Asher.And the king of all, my Leo King.He is seated beside Marissa, looking so dashing and magnificent in a dark blue tailored suit with a seductive smile added to his smexy appearance. Despite how far ap
LEOI swing the door open and step into Frosty's room.My eyes land on her and Tasha sitting together on the bed. They look so happy, with Frosty's face glowing so bright that the sight tugs at something deep within me, causing warmth and relief to settle right in the center of my chest.“Oh, hey, Leo,” Tasha says, spotting me with the small bag containing Frosty’s medications in my hand. Before I can even respond back, she turns swiftly to Frosty and taps Frosty's lap gently.“I’ll leave you two lovebirds alone," she teases, giving her lap a gentle squeeze before she stands up. “I’ll be back tomorrow morning.”“Wait I'll escort you to—”“Don't worry.” Tasha stops her from getting up from the bed. “Just lie back. Also remember to take your meds, alright?”Frosty nods, giving her a soft smile. “Thanks, Tash. For everything.”“You're welcome darling. Goodnight.”They both hug each other before Tasha moves past me, patting my shoulder on her way out.“Take care of her, Leo.”“I will.” T
DIANEI am alive.It has been a few days since the nightmare with Cole. The police officially informed my family that he is fucking dead.He is gone. And so is my nightmare too.Being back in the familiar warmth of my bedroom is pure heaven. I have never liked hospitals, but my stay there was worth it and wasn't boring for me. Crys and Dante always came to see me, Asher dropped by too with lots of dark chocolates. My parents were already with me the next day after I was brought to the hospital.And Tasha, well, she barged in a few hours after my parents first arrived and literally slept in the hospital with me and Leo throughout my entire stay there.The duration was short though, because I didn't sustain deep injuries and was just kept there for a few checkups and to stabilize my health.Now, I am back home, and thank God that I am propped up in my bed, with a cozy blanket draped over my body. Tasha’s boyfriend, Nate, couldn’t come, but he sent his love, as well as a giant, absurdly
LEOIt is fucking scary how the people we love can be ripped away from us so fast in the blink of an eye.A chilling wind whips through the abandoned warehouse district as I pull up to the location that bastard sent to me. Yesterday's passing has stretched my nerves to their breaking point, and every second I spend away from Frosty feels like an eternity of torture since I got that horrifying call.I step out of the car and close the door, my gaze set firmly on the cold bricked structure in the distance.Gripping the money bag tightly,—one million dollars in cash—I feel the leather biting into my skin. My heart pounds, fear clenching in my chest and making it difficult for me to breathe properly.But I can't let my fear and anxiety show. Not with Frosty’s life on the line. Not with that deranged bastard waiting to kill her if I slip up.Detective Kane stands a few blocks away, spying on the area with his team. I don't need to turn to check if he is in position because I know he alread
DIANEMy eyes flutter open, my vision still a little blurry as I survey my surroundings.The dimness of this dusty place looms around me, doing nothing to help stabilize my sight. My wrists ache, and I realize that I am tied to the back of a chair, with the cold metal digging into my skin.I struggle against the binding ropes, feeling bruises forming from each twist and pull as I yank forcefully.However, it is pointless.The ropes are too tight, and every time I shift, the chair groans, echoing ominously through the vacant space. Fuck.I can barely wrap my mind around the horror of what is happening to me. Today was supposed to be filled with good news. The new hopeful beginning I now have with my mum. The moment I have dreamed and waited my whole life for.The closure, the forgiveness…No evil omen should have happened today. But now, being here like this, I feel like my life is about to be taken away from me.This situation nauseates me, and my stomach churns at the thought with a
DIANE A WEEK LATER “Mum, I am only here because Dad convinced me so much to give you a chance. And because I want to. I'd hate if it all goes for nothing.”My voice is steady, although the emotions swirling within me now feels like a storm I am barely trying to prevent from crashing all over me.Sitting here with Kate Brandon feels almost like I am watching this moment from the outside of a charred plane of glass. She is settled across from me in the quiet corner booth of the diner I chose, the one where Dante, Crys, and I came to when she first moved into her new apartment.I chose this place because its familiarity feels like a shield of protection, not some alien restaurant that only brings me nausea and tension.My mother looks at me with softened eyes, nodding slowly. Her hands are clasped tightly around her mug of coffee as if it is her lifeline.A small frown is creased across her forehead as she speaks. “Thank you, Diane. I know I don’t deserve this. Not after everything. I.
DIANEI am lying on Leo’s bed, feeling the warmth of his skin pressed against mine as he stretches out beside me. We are freshly showered and now wrapped in each other's arms.His steady breaths match the rhythm of my own, and I am here with him, wearing one of his oversized shirts that does little to hide my ass. The cotton feels soft against my skin, and I'd be lying if I deny that I am not falling in love with him all over again because of how fucking good his familiar scent keeps intoxicating me.Gosh.We both have been quiet for a while, just enjoying the warmth of each other's skins and letting the morning light filter in through the blinds, casting its soft streaks across the room and over us.Leo is my safe haven. He makes baring out my mind and feelings to him so easy and without any fear of judgements.I know I have told him so many things about me, secrets that I don't share with just anyone. And that is because he earned my trust. He didn't take advantage of me when he cle