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2024-10-29 19:42:56Just as sleep was knocking at her door a different type of knock came from the real world. Groaning at the notification sound she stood up on her hands and looked over at the phone on the coffee table. Scrambling for the device she struggled to get it due to being too lazy to move off her couch.
Once she got a hold of it she opened her notifications only to be surprised by the number of messages she received from her best friend. A bit distraught by the overwhelming number of them she made haste to dial her friend.
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"Layla, I am so sorry I-"
"Robin where the heck have you been? Are you alright?"
"Y-Yeah I am. Why did something happen?"
She asked her frantic friend concerned that she might have been in some sort of danger or hurt.
"What do you mean what happened? What happened is that I found myself playing maid of honour to your evil sister, not to mention waking up to seeing my best friend's face pasted on every news channel. Robin what the hell is going on?!"
"Wait, go back what did you mean playing maid of honour for my sister?"
She asked confused. The last time she checked the wedding was cancelled due to the groom's infidelity. So why in the world was she complaining about it?
"Oh my gosh, Robin. I am so sorry I thought you knew"
"Knew what Layal?"
"Marcey and Victor got married"
It was at that moment she felt her heart fall to her stomach. An indescribable feeling washed over her in waves. Nearly dropping the phone to the floor her hands shook as a nauseating feeling came over her.
"Robin are you still there? Hello, are you alright?!"
Layla grew worried at Robin's silence and began to call out to her friend but the words were muted by the static-like noise coming from her ears. She felt her body grow heavy all of a sudden, her vision turned foggy and the feeling of dread showered her.
Layla's calls grew louder as did her worry. Hearing her friend pleading for her she shook her head in an attempt to clear her mind of the deafening sound in her head she composed herself bringing the phone back to her ear.
"U-Um, sorry I kinda...lost you there. What were you saying?"
"What happened the night of the wedding? Why wasn't it you walking down the aisle?"
What could she say to that? That her cheating fiance was the cause, that her greedy sister who was always in competition with her wanted her man, or that her mother was right and no man would ever love someone so fat?
"It's, it's complicated"
"No, Robin it's not. Tell me what happened and the truth"
Robin knew there was no getting out of this, her friend was not the kind to easily let go of things. Sighing out loud she told her the truth.
"He cheated on me. That's it"
"What, with who?"
"My sister."
"Oh no, Robin"
"It's fine, it isn't that big of the deal. Plenty of fish in the sea. Off to the next and all that"
She swiftly lied to her friend pretending to be unaffected by all this. However, on her side she had tears lining her eyes threatening to fall but she refused to shed a single tear for the man who ruined her.
"...Robin I know what you're going through right now is hard and I know you're a strong woman but you don't have to lie with me. You know I'm always gonna be there for you and will never judge you so, please don't shut yourself from me of all people"
"I know."
She whispered to her friend Layla reciprocated with a soft hum. The two sat in silence waiting for the other to speak.
"Hey, Layla"
"Yeah?"
"There are, there a few things that are going to happen and I won't be able to tell you about them yet."
"Okay?"
"But I promise you once everything is solved I will explain it all to you, so for now I just really need you to trust me."
"Is this about the scandal thing?"
"Yeah"
"...Okay, though I don't know what is going on, I'll trust you"
The tears she had been holding in since yesterday night and this morning when she opened her eyes finally spilt, she sat alone in her room on her couch silently weeping to herself.
"Thank you"
Her voice came out broken and raspy but she felt better after consulting her closest friend and only ally.
Dropping her phone onto the bed she lay beside it with her face facing the ceiling. After her emotional outburst, she and Layla spent a few hours talking about useless things and reminiscing about their past.
Turning to her window she noticed the night sky now in place of the blue she had woken up to.
Wow, did that much time pass already?
Getting up from her bed she walked toward the window looking out to the streets with their pedestrians down below. Shifting her eyes up at the buildings she saw a billboard with a model on one of them, catching her reflection in the window she immediately stepped back.
She could not help but slightly feel inferior and disgusted with her body. Deciding to begin packing her things instead of dwelling on things she could not change she closed her curtains and walked to her dresser.
Low self-esteem was not one of her major problems at the moment. She had to get both her mind and body prepared for what was yet to come tomorrow and she was far from ready.
Strive forward Robin, strive forward.
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Waking up once again to another day Robin opened her curtains wide and stared out into the city. Gazing up at the clear blue sky her face fell in distraught as the sky had remained the same whilst her life was slowly crumbling. Shifting away from the window she looked at the fully packed luggage bag sitting atop her bed. Everything was packed and ready to go. The only thing that was not prepared was her heart. Sitting on the edge of her bed she sighed, burying her face in her hands. Though she had already signed the contract she was still unsure of her decision. Doubt filled her mind and a sinking feeling settled in the pits of her stomach. Just as she was falling into a tunnel of uncertainty she was brought back by the sudden knock on her door. Whipping her head out of her hands she stood up from her bed and made her way to the door. "Who is it?" She called out with her hand on the handle leaning against the door. "Ms Heymers? My name is Alec I was sent here by Mr Acres." "O
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Grumbling in protest at the light shining across her face Robin turned away from the window in an attempt to fall back into slumber. Sighing in relief she grasped her sheets delighted at their soft touch. Her brows scrunched in confusion at the silk sheets. She did not own anything as soft as this. Startling awake she sat up in a panic. Looking around at her surroundings she slowly calmed down as memories from the previous day came rushing back. "Ah, right. I forgot about it" Relieved from her shock she lay back on her pillows. Closing her eyes in meditation she heaved a large sigh sinking into the large pillows behind her. A small breeze made its way into the room from the small opening of the window. All tension left her body, shivers ran across her skin at the touch of the cold breeze. Before falling asleep, a knock on the door frightened her out of her daze. Her senses came back and she answered the stranger behind the door with a small yet audible voice. "Um, come in" The do
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Her breath caught in her chest at the feel of his half-naked body against her. She could feel his morning wood poking at the small of her back. His other arm slowly made its way to her stomach, running it across her chest finally stopping at her neck. Holding her with a firm grip he played with her throat. A thousand things ran through her head at that moment. She was confused as to why he was doing this. But even though her head kept telling her to step away from him her body could not follow suit. Lowering his head to the side of her neck he ran his nose up to her ear. With each stroke of his hand on her neck, a shiver ran down her spine. Smirking at her reaction he bit the tip of her. Releasing a moan her back arched in delight as she had no control over her body. Before she could lose herself in the pleasure he suddenly let go of his grip on her and stood back. She caught herself before she fell and looked back at the man with fury in her eyes. It was the fiery look from that
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Picking herself from the floor she brushed her hair out of her face and sighed in defeat. It had not been long since she had woken up but she was already far too tired to carry on. Looking to her side she placed her hand on her hips. "Now what?" The man behind the door was supposed to bring her to the dining area for breakfast but he instead left her to fend for herself. Glancing back at the door with the man she called her husband behind it, she considered asking for help but immediately crushed the idea as fast as it had come up. She picked a random direction down the hallway, figuring she might work things out as she went. A decision she would soon regret. Half an hour passed and she had yet to find what she was looking for. Rounding another corner she finally submitted to the idea that she had no clue where she was. "Yeah. I'm lost" Grunting in frustration she could not help but blame the man who brought her here for her new misfortune. "If that jerk just thought about help
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"Perhaps she could truly be a match for Mr Acres" "Who could be a match for the boss?" Another voice asked stopping Alec in his stead. Looking over to the owner of the said voice he sighed in annoyance at the boy standing behind him. "Mabel, you're supposed to be guarding the south wing." "And you're supposed to be guarding the fourth quadrant and yet here we are." Rolling his eyes at the sassy youngster he began walking. feeling the presence of the younger male still behind him he continued his walk in silence but that did not last long. "So who were you talking about and why aren't you where you're supposed to be?" "I am the head guard I ask the questions not the other way around" "Yeah, yeah" Brushing his words off he placed his hands behind his head signifying how much of a relaxed person he was. "So are you gonna tell me or not?" Knowing full well that the boy won't let this go Alec finally gave in. "I was talking about the new mistress. She seems to be quite the char
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"You have a good eye" Startled by the sudden voice she turned around to see a blonde man wearing a beret standing behind her. He reached a hand towards the dress, pulled it out from its position and placed it against her body. Nodding in approval he smiled at her in a friendly manner. "Green is a good colour for you. Compliments that chocolaty brown skin of yours." "O-Oh, Uhm thank you very much" "So?" He asked giving a questioning look. Robin confused by his question tilted her head. "So, what?" "So, won't you try it out a bit?" "Oh, no I couldn't possibly" "And why not?" The strange man asked with a disappointed look. "I just don't think something as beautiful as that could fit someone of my...stature" "And what exactly is your stature? Curvy? Beautifully gifted with a nice thick ass and thighs? Girl, I would kill to look like you." Embarrassed by the compliment she could not help but shyly smile at the stranger. She has never had anyone compliment her body in such a way
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Climbing a mechanic staircase, Robin winced with each step. After her discharge from the hospital, she was made to take physical therapy since she had been lying in bed for so long. It was a bit odd for her to be relearning how to walk at her age, but she needed to get back to who she was before."Alright, Mrs Acres. That is it for today. You did a great job"Her trainer complimented ending the session. Smiling at him with relief she could not be happier to be finished. "Thank you, Seb. Especially for coming all the way here"Unstraping the belt around her waist she threw it aside before placing her hands on her waist in exhaustion. "That is no problem at all. Besides, who else can brag about being in the infamous house of the Ethan Acres? I'll be telling this story for generations"Laughing at the joke she held a hand up to her lips. While the two were busy laughing they did not notice someone else entering the room. "I see you two are enjoying yourselves"Surprised at the voice t
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"Oh, my dear little flower!"In rushed a worried Jen with arms out wide in a hug. Opening her arms to welcome the embrace the two held onto each other. Breaking from the comfort Robin smiled up at her."Madame Pourrie, thank you for coming"A tired yet happy Robin said to the well-dressed woman. She wore a large fur coat with a frilling top and a tight long skirt, topped with a top hat tilted to the side. Robin chuckled to herself at the older woman. who else other than the Madame would dress in such a fancy manner?"Pish, posh child did I not tell you to stop calling me that?"She reprimanded the dark-haired woman, slapping her on the arm forgetting she was an active patient. "Madame! She's a sick patient. You can't just hit her like that!"Laurelyn yelled at the former lady as she rushed into the room before pushing her aside to tend to Robin. Gazing down at the poor young woman in her bed she gave her a look of concern as she rubbed her arm where the Madame hit her."Oh, my apolo
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It's dark. I feel cold. My body feels heavy as if it's floating in the dark abyss of the ocean. What is this feeling? This lonely, stuffy feeling. I feel like I'm forgetting something. Or was it someone? Why can't I move my fingers, or wiggle my toes? Why can't I open my lips to speak? Ah, my eyes are heavy, I can't open them. Just... What is this?"I should have listened to you"Who is that? "Robin, please wake up. It's all my fault"Who is this person and why does their voice sound so familiar?"I'm so sorry."What are they sorry for? Do I know this person? "Even if you don't forgive me, I'll do whatever it takes for you to forgive me. Just please wake up"Forgive them? What could they have done that is deserving of my forgiveness? And what did they mean I should wake up? "Please, Robin."Wait, I feel like I know them somehow. The way they call my name, that low tone, that sends shivers done my spine. Wait, I think I know this person. What was their name again? Oh, I think it wa
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Driving down the city streets the bright city lights flashed by like shooting stars. The different lights blurred together at the speed Ethan drove, making it seem like one was in the middle of a rainbow. Behind the wheel, the man knit his brows together in worry. Immediately after hearing about Robin's accident he hurriedly made his way down his car and drove without hesitance. It was as if his body moved on its own as before he knew it he was already behind the wheel and on the road. "Come on, get out of the way!"He growled at the driver ahead of him repeatedly beeping for them to speed up or get out of his way. His head was muddled up with all sorts of thoughts running through his head. His heart was racing faster than a horse on a race track and his mind could hardly keep up. At the hospital, a team of nurses rushed an injured and concussed Robin down to the operating room. Her eyes were bloodied and unfocused she could only make out the outlines of people surrounding her and
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With his face to the side, a stinging sensation made its way through his cheek. He looked at Robin who only glared up at him with tears in her eyes before storming out of the room and slamming the door shut. with a hand on his cheek, he flexed his jaw to ease the sting in his cheek. Groaning in irritation he leaned back on his desk. Running a hand through his hair he swept the stray locks back only for them to slowly fall back over his forehead. Sighing he looked back to his tablet. Grabbing it he began going over the files Alec had gotten him about Damien.According to his findings, the man was a convicted felon with multiple charges of assault, robbery, breaking and entering. This guy had so many charges going as far as being caught selling drugs and being involved with some nasty people in the underworld. It seemed that he and Robin use to be in a relationship some years ago but it ended when he disappeared with some of her money. For some reason or another, he was back in the c
