Steve pov:The atmosphere in the hospital room was heavy with anxiety as we waited anxiously for any update on Maggie and Jeremy's condition.The eyes of each person in the room were glued to the doctor, who stood in front of us clutching a stack of reports.The doctor's gaze swept over us as he tried to process the information in the reports.For what felt like an eternity, there was complete silence as we all held our breath, praying for a positive outcome. The tension in the room was palpable and it seemed as if time had stopped still. Each second felt like an hour as we waited for the doctor to speak and give us some news on the situation."Ms. Gambino has suffered from minor injuries on her neck which were not that deep," the doctor finally said. "She got a few stitches. She will be fine. We can discharge her tomorrow."A wave of relief washe
Steve pov:Luca and I found ourselves sitting on a bench in the hospital, trying our best to calm our nerves after a tumultuous situation.I was completely drained of all energy, and my throat felt dried out from the constant crying.Luca, being the kind and thoughtful person that he is, offered to buy me a drink from the nearby convenience store. As we sat on the bench, sipping our drinks, we were lost in our own thoughts, trying to come to terms with what had just happened.In the midst of the quiet, a sudden high-pitched scream pierced through the air, jolting us out of our reverie.We swiftly turned our heads towards the source of the sound and saw Jeremy's parents sprinting towards the emergency room in a state of panic. Their faces were contorted with worry, and their eyes were red and swollen from crying.As they got close
Steve pov:Luca sat beside me and placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. I managed to muster up a smile, but I was completely drained. All the chaos and turmoil had finally taken its toll on me. I was too exhausted to even cry anymore.As I drifted off into my own little world, Matthew emerged from Maggie's room. I could tell by the look on his face that things were not looking good. I had to know what had happened."How is Maggie doing, Matt?" I asked, trying to mask my own emotions."She's not doing so well. She's sleeping now," he replied, his voice heavy with sadness.As I watched him struggle to hold back his tears, I couldn't help but feel the weight of the situation. It was clear that Oliver had left an indelible mark on everyone's lives, and not in a positive way.His actions disrupted our once-peaceful existence, leaving us all in various sta
Steve pov:As I stood outside Oliver's hideout with Matthew and Luca, I couldn't help but feel uneasy. The air was thick with the smell of burnt smoke, and the building looked like a haunted house with smoke billowing out of every crevice.We carefully made our way inside, stepping over the burnt remains of bodies and objects. I felt a pang of sympathy for those who suffered in the fire, wondering who could have done something so horrible as to burn down a place filled with so many innocent people.I searched high and low for any sign of Oliver, but there was nothing. The scene was chaotic and unrecognizable.I turned to Matthew, the fear in my voice evident as I asked him, "Who did this, Matt?"Matthew was standing guard, his gaze roaming across the surroundings, his mind alert for any possible danger lurking around.He turned around to face me and sai
Steve pov:With each step I took towards him, my heart started racing faster and faster. The sound of my heartbeat echoed in my ears, and I felt as if I was about to collapse at any moment. My feet felt heavy, and my hands were trembling with fear and anxiety as I approached his bed.When I finally stood next to him, I leaned in and softly touched his face. I could feel his cool skin against my fingertips, and I noticed how he was struggling to take each breath.My eyes filled with tears, and I tried to hold them back, but they found their way out and streamed down my face like a waterfall.As I wiped my tears away, I noticed that they had fallen on his hand. His hand was fragile, and I could feel how it was slowly losing its warmth.It was then that I realized how precious every moment with him was, and how much I wanted him to be okay.Then I re
Jeremy pov:As I lay there, struggling to hold on to consciousness, I could hear the muffled whispers of doctors somewhere in the distance. Despite my best efforts to make sense of their words, they all seemed to blend together into an unintelligible jargon. Time passed, and the voices grew fainter and fainter until they receded into an almost imperceptible hum.Suddenly, the creaking sound of a door pierced through the silence, jolting me back to reality. I could hear the slow footsteps approaching me, and then I felt the warmth of a hand placed gently on my cheek. The touch was tender, comforting, and familiar.As I lay there, feeling helpless and trapped in my own body, Steve's voice washed over me like a soothing balm. It was a sound that brought me solace and hope, and for a fleeting moment, I forgot about the pain and uncertainty that had brought me to this place.As I lay there motionless, I desperately wished to open my eyes and speak to Steve, but my body refused to obey m
Steve pov:It had been a grueling two weeks since I found myself spending every single day at the hospital with Jeremy. My heart felt heavy with worry and anxiety as I sat beside him, watching his chest rise and fall with the help of the machines that were keeping him alive. I remained hopeful that he would wake up soon. Every day, I talked to him, read him his favorite books, and tried to keep my emotions in check as I held his hand. But as time went on, the hope began to dwindle, and I couldn't help but feel like we were running out of time.I sat lost in my thoughts, I felt a gentle hand on my shoulder. I turned to see Luca standing beside me with a sympathetic expression on his face. Luca and Matthew were the only ones who had been visiting me and Jeremy regularly. Maggie was still reeling from the shock of Oliver's death and needed some time to herself. We all understood and gave her the space she needed to heal."Steve, you look like you're about to pass out," Luca said, noti
Steve pov: "You are hurting me, Steve…" I immediately moved back, apologizing profusely. "Sorry... I... I got too excited," I said in a rush. My eyes were filled with tears as I looked at Jeremy. His hand reached up to wipe away my tears, but I could feel the roughness of his calloused palm. Despite his obvious discomfort, Jeremy tried to smile weakly at me. I could see the effort it took, and it made my heart ache. I helped him sit up, and he removed the oxygen mask from his face. As he did so, I couldn't help but notice how small and thin his face had become. His cheeks were sunken, and his bones protruded through his skin. It was a far cry from the cute, full-cheeked face I remembered. Seeing him in such a fragile state was heart-wrenching. "Can I get some water?" he asked, his eyes pleading.
Jeremy pov:I pushed him away, feeling disgusted by being near him. His face fell, but in an instant, he put on a smile.“How are you, jer?’’ he asked me.“I'm so good. and it's Jeremy for you." I replied coldly.“So you are still angry at me…” he said, hanging his head low.As he settled into a chair, his hands secured to the table with handcuffs, I took a seat opposite him, our eyes locking in a tense, charged silence."Talk to me, Jeremy. Please," he begged, his eyes pleading with mine.I slammed my hands on the table, causing Oliver to jump back in surprise."Why should I speak with you? I'll be angry with you until my last breath. What you did... It's not a game, Oliver. You hurt us, hurt everyone who loves you. And yet, we still feel sorry for leaving you alone here. That's our weakness. When I came here, I was scared, because seeing you reminds me of all the horrible things you did to me and your mother..." A tear rolled down my cheek as I spoke.Oliver's sorrowful expression d
Jeremy pov:***Three Year Later***"JEREMY!! WAKE UP!!" The shout jolted me awake, and I rubbed my eyes, groaning in pain as I got up from the ground."Why did you sleep on the ground?" Steve asked, concern in his voice."I fell down, you can call me slowly, no need to shout," I retorted, still feeling groggy."Sorry," Steve apologized, coming close and wrapping his arms around my waist, pulling me towards him."I made breakfast for you," he said softly."Thanks," I smiled, giving him a quick peck on the lips."Freshen up and come down. Mom, Dad, Mr. and Mrs. Bernard are waiting too," he informed me."Ok, sir," I teased and went to grab my clothes."I'm going!" he shouted before leaving my room.I stepped into the shower and cranked the faucet, feeling the cold water rush over my skin.Life is finally good and peaceful. We're all still recovering from the past traumas, especially Mrs. Hamilton and me. We've started seeing a therapist, and it's been helping a lot.Steve has been my roc
Jeremy pov:As I watched in terror, my heart skipped a beat as Steve crumpled to the ground, blood staining the spot where he had been shot. I rushed over to his side, desperately trying to rouse him."Steve, please wake up! Don't you dare leave me!" I cried out, clinging to his limp form.His eyes remained shut, his complexion turning pale. Oliver stood there, laughing like a heartless monster. He had pulled the trigger, taking the life of my beloved, his very own brother. At that moment, I realized I could despise him no more than I did already. Today, I longed for nothing more than to end his existence.As I stared up at Oliver, his twisted grin etched deeply into my memory, I couldn't shake off the sick pleasure that gleamed in his eyes. He revelled in the pain he had caused, and in that moment, I silently vowed to myself that he wouldn't get away with it. I was determined to make him pay for the anguish he had inflicted upon everyone around him."I'll end you, Oliver," I seethed,
Jeremy pov:In the dimly lit alley, Steve's heart was pounding like a drum, he held me close, my breath warm against his neck. With every step, the sound of his footsteps echoed like a haunting melody. Shadows danced around us as we were running out of the building.My heart was beating loudly, and I was still in shock, one minute everything was ok, but the next minute everything was a mess and we were running for our lives keeping Maggie's life at stake. I felt frustrated for feeling helpless and became weak because of Oliver. I trained hard to face this situation but the trauma is making me weak.The gunshots around the building made me even more scared, Steve's grip on my arm tightened, his fingers digging into my flesh, a silent reassurance that we were in this together.“I will not let anything happen to you, Jerry,” Steve said breathing heavily.I couldn't form words as I just closed my eyes, but suddenly Steve stopped in the way. My gaze was fixed on the ground, and when Steve
Jeremy pov:As soon as I opened my eyes, I felt the warm sun rays on my face. I stretched my limbs and pushed the blanket away. Feeling a bit groggy, I made my way to the bathroom. With half-opened eyes, I turned the shower on and let the water cascade over my body. It was such a blissful feeling that I wished I could stay there forever.I picked up the shampoo and lathered my hair. The scent of lavender filled up the steamy room. I took my time to rinse my hair and let the water wash away all the stress from my body. Finally, I turned the faucet off and wrapped the towel around my hips.As I walked into the room, I caught Steve's gaze. He was sitting on the bed, his eyes tracing every curve of my body. I couldn't help but smirk at his expression. His cheeks were flushed, and he looked away, embarrassed. "Why are you here?" I asked, trying to keep my poker face on."There is an important matter to discuss, everyone is waiting for you," he replied while avoiding eye contact and stari
Oliver pov:My voice echoed through the hallway as I shouted at the group of men, "What the hell do you think you are doing?"The men quickly lowered their heads in apology, "Sorry, boss. We are sorry."I clenched my fists, struggling to contain my anger as I walked past them. I made a mental note to remember their faces. They would surely face consequences for mocking me.How could they even think that I backstabbed Sebastian and took his kingdom? I had worked tirelessly to earn my place as the rightful ruler, and I wasn't going to let anyone question my authority.As I made my way towards my office room, my heart was pounding with anticipation. I couldn't wait to check on my beloved Jeremy and see how he was doing.I sat down on my chair, took a deep breath, and opened my laptop. But what I saw on the screen left me reeling.Jeremy was at the gym, and Steve had kissed him without his consent. My heart sank as I read the details of what had happened. Jeremy had been caught off guard,
Jeremy pov:The struggle is real. Whenever his skin brushes against mine, it sets off an inferno inside me that I cannot seem to quell. Despite knowing that I should resist his advances, his kisses are so irresistible, making it impossible for me to keep my guard up.Whenever he moves closer, my heart starts to race, and my resolve crumbles with each passing moment. It's as if he has some kind of mysterious power over me that I cannot resist.“Steve…” I try to protest, to tell him to stop, but my voice fails me every time. His lips on my neck make me lose myself, and I find myself entangled in his hair, surrendering to his touch. It's a constant battle between my head and my heart, and at this moment, my heart is winning the war.As I uttered his name, "Steve...", the air around us seemed to crackle with electrifying energy. Standing before me, Steve was the epitome of temptation, his every touch, every caress of his lips on my skin, held me captive in a way that was both thrilling
Jeremy pov:The next few days felt like an endless cycle of sadness and confusion. Every moment seemed to weigh me down with the heaviness of what had happened. The images of betrayal kept playing over and over in my mind, like a broken record that refused to stop. My heart felt like it had been shattered into a million pieces, and I didn't know if I could ever put it back together again.Just as I was lost in my thoughts, I heard a knock on my door. I got up to answer it and found Luca and Maggie standing outside, looking concerned. I tried to put on a brave face and gave them a fake smile, but I knew they could see through it."Yeah, what do you want, guys?" I asked, not really sure who was on the other side."We want to talk to you about Steve," Luca said, his voice sounding tense."I don't know who he is," I replied, feeling a little irritated."Don't talk like that, jer. Please listen to what he has to say. There's been a misunderstanding," Maggie interjected, trying to calm the
Jeremy pov:"Hey, what video are you talking about, Maggie?" I asked, curious about what she wanted to show me."Come here," she said, motioning me to sit beside her on the sofa.As she connected her phone to the TV, I watched the blank screen, wondering what could be so important. But then, Oliver's face appeared, and my heart skipped a beat. I couldn't believe my eyes, Oliver was supposed to be dead!Despite what Steve and everyone else had told me, I was now seeing him right in front of me, alive and well. It was a moment of pure shock and disbelief, one that I'll never forget.As soon as Oliver's voice echoed through the speakers, my heart skipped a beat. I could feel my skin crawl as his words sank in."I've missed you so much, Jer. I wish I could hold you right now," he said, his tone filled with longing.My mind raced with fear as I heard his words. My hands trembled uncontrollably until Maggie took hold of my hand, calming me down."Jer, I've missed our daily talks. I wish we