ROSE When I arrived at the office Ryan wasn’t there. And, without him it felt like something was missing. I didn't bother to look into that line of thought, for obvious reasons and then being that I was going crazy. Instead, I checked all the emails, prepared the schedule for the day and for the next day. It was around one in the afternoon that I started to think about him once again. There was no sign of him and Arjun. There was no e-mail describing my duties and no calls, no messages. Despite myself, my mind ventured into worrying mode and I wondered if something bad had happened back in New York and he just left. He wouldn’t just leave like that, leaving everything behind at a moment’s notice. Will he? It’d be a good thing for me if he did, right? I won’t have to obey his stupid contràct anymore. Then, why do I care? My mind knew I was being ridiculous because if he’d just go back from where he came from then I would be free but no, I was feeling like if he left then I’d lose
ROSEI took a deep breath before I entered the lion’s den and as soon as I entered I was hunted down. Ryan wrapped his hand around my throat and slammed me back against the glass door which were quickly becoming frosted so no one could see what’s going to happen inside his office. For a moment as I looked at his stormy gaze and impassive face, I wondered if Ryan behaved like this with all his Pas. And then I remembered that this was just me because I had let my anger take hold of me and had slapped him. But right then I wanted to do it again. The insufferable arsehôle thought himself to be someone who needs to be worshipped and respected, but I won’t do any of those until I think he deserves it. I looked around the office, and my eyes widened seeing that all the things from his desk were strewn around the floor. The vase that had once graced the stool beside the sofa was broken and the drawers of the desk were open while most of the files were on the floor with their documents sc
RYAN She was magnificent. Beautiful. Exquisite. Breath-taking. The rage inside me still simmered but it wasn’t as violent as it was when I had been standing behind her and she was hugging that piece of shit, Aditya. She said he was family, but I had seen in his eyes the way he'd looked at her. He was half obsessed and fully in love with her. And, she had no idea. I had seen how that bastard’s eyes had travelled from her face to her toned legs that looked sexier in those heels and I didn’t miss the flare of heat in his eyes when they had paused on her breàsts. The dress I had chosen for her was perfect on her, accentuating her figure, and making her look so delectable I doubted any man out there won’t want her. Buy she was mine. I had picked that dress for her so she could wear it for me and no one else. She wasn’t for any other man, she was my property. When I’d heard her saying that she missed that bastàrd I had wanted to snatch her away from his arms and throw her over my, l
ROSE It took me a minute to calm my racing heart after the door shut behind him when he left. I recalled the words that were exchanged between us and cringed when I thought back to the words I had thrown back at him. With the face like his and the bank account like his, I didn't think he had ever had a difficulty find a willing woman for his bed and still I said what I said when I panicked. I knew he would never force me, it wasn’t in him. And, I knew my words hurt him but what about the hurt that I was feeling. He took away my freedom. Looking around, I decided to get on with it as it will do me no good to unnecessary anger the monster anymore. For a second I contemplated donning back my dress but then remembered his cryptic comment, “I’ll know”, he probably had cameras in here somewhere. The arsehôle. It was a little awkward strutting about in his office only in my bra and panties, despite the fact that they were more expensive than any other outfit in my entire wardrobe. But
ROSE As I reached the exit doors, the doorman opened it for me and informed me that Mr Johnson was waiting outside in the black Audi. I rolled my eyes knowing that he will probably give me a lecture on my tardiness even though it was only a few minutes. When I saw the car, I shook my head. It was one of those cars that billionaires buy to show off. Flashy and expensive. He probably bought it to boost his ego, like he needed to do so. He was the most arrogant and egoistical arsehôle I’d ever met.The only part that gave me a solace of relief was the fact that I didn’t have to look for his car as it was idling just outside the door and I didn’t have to walk around much with that stupid thing inside me that I feltwith every step. The car door opened with a click as I neared it and I slid inside without a word. I didn’t even spare him a glance and just flat out ignored his existence, even though I knew I couldn’t do that forever but it felt nice. I took a moment to look around myself
ROSE “Rose.” The abrupt command like voice had my head snapping up to look at him. The muscle in his jaw was ticking overtime as he glared at me, making me wonder what has his knickers in a twist now. I smiled at my inner dialogue. “Have you decided what you’d like to order?” Ryan asked me, his gaze flicking to the waiter standing beside me. I noticed how his one hand was resting on the table in a tight fist while the other tapped continuously on his thigh. I looked up with a smile for the waiter who was waiting patiently for us to order. He was a young man, probably in his mid-twenties, around my age. And, he looked kind of cute, boyish. He smiled back at me and asked, “What will you like to order, Ma’am?” I looked at his name tag as I said, “No, actually I’m little confused with all this.” I gestured to the menu as I said that. “I’ll have what he’s having, Piyush.” “Good choice. But, I’d really like to surprise you with one of the special dessert of our restaurant.” Piyu
RYAN The scent of her was driving me crazy. The little gasp and that adorable hitch in her breath had me wanting to rip her clothes off and have my dirty way with her. But, I made a promise to her that without her consent we wouldn't have sex and I would damn well stick to that promise even if it kîlled me. And yet, I was going to have my hands on her without breaking my promise. As I’ve mentioned before I'm no gentleman and there were other ways to have my hands on her without actually doing the deed. With a smug smile, I drove us toward our apartment but not there, not yet. I had plans which involved me finally having a taste of her. I was fûcking starving for it. I have never wanted a woman, desired someone, like I did her. I knew that if I happened to be anywhere near the bed then I was not sure if I could stop myself which was why I parked the car near the beach that was behind our building. It took just a small amount of cash and here we were, secluded, all alone, on the b
RYAN When I pulled her panties down, her mouth opened and she was about to say something but I closed the distance between us and kissed her open mouth. I swallowed her gasp when I pulled the toy free from her. “Shh… It’s okay.” I caressed her, a leisurely caress on her naked back. Her body arched into mine as her hands released their hold on my shoulders and wrapped around my neck while she kissed me back. She was so fûcking responsive, my cöck ached to be inside her. I couldn’t control my hands, they roamed over her. From her shoulders to her plump and tight arse. I gripped her arsecheeks and she willingly came closer to me. Giving into the desire coursing through me, to see her, to admire every inch of her nakéd flesh, I pushed the button to open my side of the door with my free hand. Then I wrapped my arm around her and she fused closer to me, clinging to me like a baby monkey, as she deepened the kiss.When I put my o
RYAN Standing at the bedroom door in my apartment, I looked at her. I looked the way she tilted her head to the side, trying to hear something but I had made sure not to make a single peep when I’d entered the apartment. I stayed there and took her in, the way she fidgeted with her fingers almost stopping the flow of the blood, so tightly she was gripping them. Her long dark brown hair cascaded down her back in waves making me want to fist them around my fingers. She was sitting on her haunches, legs folded back and that delectable ass was resting on her calves. Perfect position of a submissive. I don’t think she even realised how much she craved for someone to take care of her, to demand things of her, to control her and guide her. I could only imagine what her childhood had been like. Despite knowing every single detail I still didn’t know absolutely how her mind worked. From my snooping, and let’s just say it, stalking, I had learned that she had been aware from the beginn
RYAN “So what was so important at this hour?” Arjun asked as he came sauntering into Rose's apartment. And as he looked around he whistled, “Asshóle, you told me that there was no apartment in this building for sale.” “There wasn’t.” I said, giving him a speaking glance. “Well… it seems she is more important than me,” He replied, almost teasingly, as he settled his laptop on the table and took out all the files that I had demanded. “She is not,” I bit out through clenched teeth. “Yeah, sure. I believe you,” Arjun retorted back, smirking. As much as I wanted to wipe that smile off his face, I needed his help. “I called you because I needed something. Get on with it.” I knew I was being rude, but hell I was fed up with the bullshit that woman was putting me through. Any other woman and I would have tossed her out without a second thought, but she… she’s stuck in my mind, thoughts, my every damn pore. And, I wanted to flush her out of my system as soon as I get her nakéd i
RYANI wanted to kîll him. Kîll him with my bare hands. And her, on the other hand. God damn it!! I wanted to tie her to my bed and tortûre her till she breaks and promises not to disobey me ever again. As I paced in my condo, the one scene remained on a loop in my mind: when that asshole had said to me that he’d come here for Rose, that he wanted to take her away with him. That he knew she loved him.God… At that moment I didn’t know what I wanted to do more, beat the shît out of him or to just laugh out loud in his goddamn ugly face. I knew that Rose only saw his as her brother, there was no love interest from her side. Sure, she cared for him and loved him, just like a sister would. But, I didn’t have any reason to even give the benefit of doubt to that bastard.My skin was itching, there was a clawing need inside me, urging me to go down there and snatch her away from that bastard's presence. But, I knew if I went down there, then there will be no stopping me from losing my mind
ROSE I came around the couch and this time sat opposite him, Aditya noticed the distance I put between us but thankfully didn’t say anything. I was still contemplating the words I had heard Ryan speak. What if Adi really have feelings for me? Well, for me he’d always be my brother. “Aditya, what is going on?” I asked him. “How did you get those bruises? And, the loan?” My voice sounded hoarse to my own ears and once again the situation made my eyes wet. Licking his lips nervously, Adi took my hands in his and said, “I don’t know from where to start, Rosie-Rose.” “Start from the beginning?” I asked him, sarcastically, knowing that I sounded bitter at that moment. Heaving out a long breath, Aditya started speaking. “Few years back, during my late night outs with friends, one of my friends took me to this underground club. It was my first time there. And, the place and things that happened there were not of legal kind. Lots of gambling, drúgs and women. The things...” A
ROSEAs Ryan disappeared inside the bathroom, I jumped out of the bed and noticed the t-shirt that he had brought from the closet. I walked into his closet wanting to have something to wear besides the t-shirt. But, then my perverted head replied, he has already seen you nakéd. Shrugging, I went back to the bed and soon the clothes I was wearing were a pile of heap on the floor. As soon as I slipped the t-shirt over my head, I heard the bathroom door open. I froze, and stood still in just my pantîes and his t-shirt that grazed the bottom of my arse. I could feel his eyes on me and felt the flush rising on my body. The heat from his body warmed me in so many ways as he came closer to me. “You tempt me so much, my lioness.” An involuntary shiver rocked me as his voice floated behind me. His lips almost brushing my ear, his hands came around my waist pulling my hips into his. I felt him harden against my arse and a whimper escaped my lips as he grounded himself into me. My right hand
RYAN“You don’t like hot and sour,” Gavin replied to my request. He knew me too well. Damnit!“Yeah. It’s not for me. And, before you ask anything else, don’t. Just bring the damn soup.” I heard him chuckle as I disconnected the call.Sighing out heavily, I got back to work. Hot, spicy and soupy noodles. Yeah, got that. Refusing to go deeper in the sudden need to take care of her. I focused on preparing her meal.Twenty-five minutes later, there was a knock on my door. Perfect timing. The vegetables were chopped. Noodles were ready. I just had to fry them. I opened the door for Gavin, who was smiling that smile which let me know that he knew what was going on or what exactly I was doing. I rolled my eyes as I took the paper bag from him. It was seriously inconvenient, he knew me inside out, the way my parents should’ve known me. But, didn’t.“She okay?” Gavin asked coming behind me in the kitchen.“She will be,” I said, stirring the noodles.“I would’ve bring the noodles too, if you’
ROSE I put the glass on the floor with my shaky hand. I had learned this the hard way that empty stomach and cold, only made my migraine worse. Whenever it happened, I always ended up in the bathroom puking my guts out as nothing was left in my stomach by that time. And, today with all the other things, I had totally forgotten about food. Since the breakfast with my Pops, I hadn’t eaten anything. By the light outside, I could tell it was almost six in the evening and I really hated the idea of medicine. It was a hard limit for me, they left me witless. In the effects of the pain killers, I really didn’t know what I was doing and didn't remember anything afterwards. “Are you okay?” Ryan crouched down beside me, taking my hand in his as he noticed how badly my hand was shaking. “You’re trembling.” His grey eyes looked concerned. I really liked the way he was holding my hand, but I couldn’t risk it. After swallowing so many times, I pulled up the courage and asked, while praying th
RYAN Rose didn’t listen to me. She was adamant about coming here to her 'so called' brother’s apartment and seeing for herself if he was safe and sound at his home or not. Of course, he wasn’t, Gavin told me that. But, this woman!!! But I was starting to realise she was the most stubborn human on this earth. You’d have a better chance with a toddler to let go of his mother’s breàst but… I stood beside her and as we took the elevator to Aditya’s apartment, I watched her fidgeting with her hands. She was worried for him. She saw him as her brother, but I knew better. In one meeting, I had known that he damn well didn’t see her like a sister. The fûcker has a thing for her. The elevator pinged, indicating our arrival on the fourth floor where the dumb bàstard lived. As soon as the door opened we saw the number of people gathered in the hallway. A gasp escaped her as she gazed out at them. I followed behind her as Rose ran out of the elevator all the way to the apartment in whic
ROSE “Hey, beautiful.” “Hi,” I replied in a high pitched voice, almost certain that he knew what had happened here, and was unable to meet his eyes as I looked anywhere but at him. I was sure I was turning redder than a beetroot, and all the splashing of cold water had gone to waste. Damn it!!! I decided to leave, to get the hell out of there before I did something or said something that will have me suffocating under the blanket of embarrassment, but of course that bastard stopped me. “Miss Rose, we need you here. If you don’t mind, I would like it very much if you can actually do your job for which you were hired.” My steps faltered, the way he emphasized the word job, I was two hundred percent sure he wasn’t referring to a job that needed the skills I’d mentioned in my résumé. And unbidden the images of me on my knees, him standing above me with his hard côck in hand, came flooding back in front of my eyes. I turned around to glare at him, fists clenched by my side and help