The friendship bond between Rebecca and Collins got stronger. They were working together to achieve their goals.The past few days were amazing. They celebrated themselves for the first step they took which not only shook Leila and David but also the media.It was a good sign which meant they would achieve their goal no matter what.Collins was sure David and Leila could not hold on to each other for long. He would come again for them, this time, it would be mightier than the first one.They drank and were merry.Collins was having his best moment with Rebecca. Now that he thought about it, since the day he had allowed her to stay in his house she had never bore him for once.He chuckled. He couldn't believe she was taking alcohol despite her condition.He liked this woman so much. She was lively and beautiful too.He stared at her face. She was one woman he would love to have by his side always."What's our next plan?"She asked Collins curiously. He was the one who had given her win
At the security office, a team of security personnel monitored the company's CCTV cameras.One of the security officers took charge and pulled up the footage from the entrance where the delivery man had entered the building. Leila anxiously watched as the footage played on the large screens.Leila leaned in closer, scrutinizing the footage.Frustration etched on her face as she stormed out of the security office.She was realising now, the delivery man wore a face cap and nosemask.She only saw his eyes. The security personnel did all they could to identify the delivery man, but his face was heavily concealed.She got to her office. She slammed her hands on the desk. She would wait for David.She quickly grabbed her phone to call Scarlet. She wanted to be sure she was safe and at work."Hi. Where are you?"Leila was relieved she picked up her call at the first ring."I'm at work."Scarlet answered."Call me if you're ready to go home.""Why?"Scarlet asked."I will tell you later. Jus
Scarlet exhaled deeply."Just...come inside."Please explain to me."He was all ears."It is not what you think."She was just pulling his legs.She wrapped her hands around him and continued."I just missed you."He had not been coming to her house these days. It's been a while since they went out on a date too.His eyes widened."You're not pregnant?"He asked her curiously."Of course. I am not. Are you scared?"She asked him. Didn't he get her at all when she said she missed him?"I just want to see you."She added.Collins walked away from her. He was so annoyed. He tried to hide it.He was not going to be a daddy. He didn't want children.His heart had jumped when Scarlet broke the news of her fake pregnancy to him.He would have asked her to terminate it if indeed she was pregnant.He heaved a sigh of relief."That's an expensive joke. You see how I rushed here when you told me."He slumped into the armchair. He shook his head and stared at her face.She had better not try that
"You shouldn't have punched him, David."Leila knew Collins was just trying to help. He didn't mean them harm.David had gone violent by hitting him first. They were trying to find a solution regardless of the means.David shifted his gaze to Leila.Only if she understood."Isabella is a dangerous sorcerer. You cannot go to her."She had to trust him. He stared intently at Leila.Leila dropped her gaze. She took her seat."What if she can help us? Shouldn't we try her first and see?"David ran his hands through his hair."Leila, you have to trust me on this. Isabella has gone rogue. She is not helpful."Leila exhaled deeply.She shifted his gaze to Collins. Did he also know about this? There must be a reason he mentioned her name."Collins, say something."Collins was still furious at David. He wouldn't say anything that would make David punch him again.David glared at him. His fist was clenched. If he didn't watch what he would say to them this time and agree with him Isabella was d
David stared at Leila."I see the two of you are having a conversation here."Leila smiled."Have you heard from Collins at all?"Scarlet asked him curiously."Collins?"He sounded surprised."Um...No."He responded. Unsure of how to reply."I haven't heard from him since the day of the incident."Scarlet said."Ok...I will do something about that."David said with a wide smile on his face."You came back so soon. Is there something you forgot?"Leila checked her wristwatch. He had come back earlier than expected. She was surprised.It wasn't even up to an hour when he left the office with Taylor.She had bid him a goodbye kiss repeatedly on his cheek and lips.He had gone to a birthday party hosted by one of his prominent investors. Leila wondered if something had happened that had made him come back quickly."No. I had to leave quickly. I don't feel too good."Leila moved closer to him. She was worried."What happened to you?"She touched his forehead. Wasn't he feeling well?"Is it
Raymond was gobsmacked. He gaped."Who is the person I saw just now? Leila is with you currently in a black car."David's breath had become unsteady."What?"Raymond quickly ended the call. He entered a car and began to chase after them.Scarlet shook her head. What had happened to everyone? She had thought Raymond had entered his car so he could drop her off.Now he had sped off leaving her behind again?She hissed. She would wave down a taxi and get back home."Yes, boss. I have her with me in the car now."Leila watched David transform into a young man in his early 30s.She gaped."You're not David?"She opened her eyes widely. She was sure her eyes were not malfunctioning."Should I kill her now?"Leila was startled. She had no idea who he was speaking to. Why did he want to kill her? She had done nothing wrong.She looked around her in the car if she would find any other person with them. But it was only the two of them."Who are you? What do you guys want from me?"Leila asked.
Leila woke slowly, her eyelids fluttering open as she tried to make sense of her surroundings. As her vision adjusted, she realized she was in a hospital room, the sterile white walls and beeping machines providing a stark contrast to her hazy memories.Beside her in bed, David bent his head sleeping. Pushing herself up slightly, Leila winced as a dull ache spread across her body.She felt a serious pounding in her head.She pressed her forehead with her hand. She realized a bandage was wrapped around her head.She shut her eyes, unsure of what had happened to her.David's eyelids fluttered open. He raised her head, and his eyes widened.He quickly sat beside her in bed. He was shaking with excitement."Thank you for coming back to me."His eyes glistened with tears as he hugged her.Confused and disoriented, Leila furrowed her brows and tried to recall what had happened.She could recall the sound of screeching tires but it was as though it was in her head. She winced painfully as he
On the day of Leila's discharge from the hospital. David had prepared something to welcome her home.Soft, soothing music played in the background, beautifully arranged flowers adorned the entryway, and the aroma of her favorite meal wafted through the air."Welcome back home my sweet love."His voice was filled with warmth. Leila felt delighted. She was grinning from ear to ear.Leila was stunned.David had arranged beautiful portraits of the memories they had shared. She looked back at him with wide eyes."How did you get this?"David shrugged his shoulders. He had his way of secretly taking pictures of Leila.He had taken a selfie with her too. He wondered if she had forgotten.Those memories were part of him and would never fade forever. He cherished those moments, and they meant so much to him.David held her hand lovingly."Come. I have prepared something for you."Leila was curious. He led her to the dining room.Leila was met with the sight of a beautifully set table. Candles
The soft, white sand stretched as far as the eye could see, and the rhythmic sounds of crashing waves provided a soothing backdrop for the joyous occasion.David and Leila would be celebrating their love on a picturesque beach.The beach was beautifully adorned with delicate white and pastel-colored flowers, carefully placed to enhance the natural beauty of the surroundings. A romantic arch, intricately woven with cascading blooms, served as the focal point for the ceremony. Gauzy white curtains billowed gently in the coastal breeze, creating an ethereal atmosphere.Rows of comfortable seating, decorated with flowing ribbons and flower petals, awaited the arrival of their beloved guests.It was a beautiful day for both Leila and David. Leila was adorned in a stunning white gown, gently gliding down the aisle, Scarlet took her arms as they walked side by side.Her eyes were locked on David, the man she cherished and would spend the rest of her life with. It was the best moment, seeing
Leila's heart raced with excitement as she strolled hand-in-hand with David through a romantic park on a cold night.David held her hands and began."You complete me. Your smile awakens me, making me want to burst open...you are my strength and weakness. Without you, my life is meaningless."Tears glistened in Leila's eyes. A warm blush rose to her cheek. She felt a surge of ecstasy washed over her.She loved him so much too. Her eyelids fluttered.She gasped. She wrapped her hands around him and kissed him like it would be her last."I love you so so much."As they walked along a moonlit path, Leila saw a soft glow in the distance. Curiosity lit up her eyes as they reached an open area of the park, revealing a breathtaking sight: a dark sky illuminated with bursts of colorful fireworks dancing in the air which said,'will you marry me?'Leila wasn't sure she had seen it. She wasn't dreaming.She was amazed. Her eyes lit up."Oh my goodness! David, did you see that?"She turned her he
David ran down the stairs."See who's here."Rebecca cringed when she saw David.David sighed and removed his hands from his pocket. He was not expecting to see her.Leila knew Rebecca stayed with Collins and also lost her baby. David had told her all about it."I know you've learned your lesson. I hold no grudges against you."Leila meant what she said. Rebecca just had to start doing the right thing from now on.David furrowed his brows at Rebecca. She should thank her stars she did the right thing. If she had not come to apologize, he would have come for her.Ryan gazed at Rebecca. Her eyes were begging Leila and David. Ryan had intentionally let her in.She had to apologize to Leila for everything she did to her. Leila deserved all the apologies.Now that Ryan gazed intently at her, she was not on her knees. How could she be standing and apologizing?Ryan made her knelt. He pressed her down.He then winked at her. That was the right way to apologize."You can leave now. I will for
Scarlet, Thomas, and James came in with bouquets in their hands and wide smiles on their faces.Leila was ecstatic. Scarlet and Thomas looked like a couple when they stood side by side.They hugged. Scarlet was glad to see Leila. She meant the whole world to her.James had grown tall.They all had a lengthy conversation, giggling and laughing.It was all Leila needed at that moment. Their enemy was no more, it was everything to Leila.Now, she didn't have to sleep in fear. She had always worried herself out, doubting if everything would be alright in the end.She was glad her mind had found peace now.It was over.Thomas and James later took their leave. Scarlet stayed back, she had a lot to discuss with Leila."I know."Scarlet began.Leila did not get her. What did she know?"I know about Collins and David."Leila still did not get her. She wondered what it was she knew about Collins and David."Someone by the name.....Anna. Yes, Anna. She explained everything to me."Leila gazed in
He shoved it inside his mouth."Eat your eye! You evil bastard."He spat it out, moaning.Collins felt the World closing in on him. He muttered,"I hate you."He cackled softly. He would come again for Leila even after death. He would haunt her in her dreams and become her nightmare.David drove a sharp dagger into his mouth. He pulled it out and stabbed him all over the face.After he had destroyed his face, he unsheathed a silver dagger and drove it into Collins's chest.TWO DAYS LATEREverything felt like a dream to Leila. Her eyes snapped open.She didn't feel weak or felt any pain in any part of her body.She easily slid out of bed and made her way through the hallway to the living room. She had no idea what was happening.She was stunned at the sight that greeted her in the living room.She gaped.Anna saw her first."Leila."The rest of the werewolf family were having a discussion, they had not seen Leila quickly.Anna rushed toward her."How do you feel? Is your jaw stretching?
Tears streamed down her face.She had begun to feel nauseous. Something was pulling her from the inside.She wondered if that was her inner wolf. Her eyes widened. She had no idea what it would look like for her to change into a werewolf.She was sure she had been infected by Collins. A bite alone meant something."It's almost getting dark. I will begin the first phase of the honeymoon. The first phase of the honeymoon would be before we wed and the second phase would be after we have wedded. When it's full moon."Leila had not been listening the whole time. Her mind was occupied with the thought of changing into a werewolf.Collins didn't care if she was listening or not. He had come a long way. He could not wait to start the first phase of his honeymoon.He stripped her off.Leila was gobsmacked."What? What are you doing?"She was left only with her undies. She tried to break free from the chair she had been bound to.She was screaming.Collins did not stop. He fondled her breast a
Anna was sure Valerie had seen something."If you had seen the innocent Collins, you would feel pity for him. I thought it was cruel of Valerie to say that. I was angry.""You didn't ask her why she said you could kill if need be?"Anna asked Silas."She said I would know if the time comes."Silas answered and continued."I flared up and told her she shouldn't have adopted him if she could not show him care and love. Our parents didn't raise us to be cruel."David didn't say anything. He was just listening attentively. He knew Silas was going somewhere."I raised Collins. He was a sweet boy, I thought he would be aggressive. It baffled me I didn't see anything strange about his behavior."He paused and continued."My anger at Valerie intensified. I thought she said all those mean things about Collins because she didn't want to take responsibility for him. Some weeks later, Valerie divorced her husband and moved to California with her new lover."David had now become impatient. Silas w
She meant it."If David had not caught us, I would have slapped your dirty face. You have no shame!"She spat. He disgusted her.Collins exhaled deeply."Well, there's nothing you can do about it. If you do not want me, I want you. Jane would not have died if you did what asked you to do.""Get my niece's name out of your decaying mouth.""Should I brief you on how she died?"His lips curved into a smile."I also bound her to the same chair you are currently bound to. She begged me to take her out of this creepy place. She cried for her mummy and Aunt."Leila stared dagger at him. If eyes could kill, hers could have killed Collins by now."She was scared, she hugged me, I had no other choice. When I thought of you and David fucking, it made my heart bleed, and there was no room for mercy."He paused. He bent over Leila. He wanted her to hear what he was about to say clearly."I drove the knife into her left eye first."His breath brushed her face. Leila was shaking. She wanted to brea
They knew they deserved no mercy because they failed to do their job.David opened his eyes. He exhaled deeply."Collins is the devil behind all this. Get your things and disperse. We are hunting him down."He was sure they understood he meant weapons when he told them to get their things.They all looked at themselves with wide eyes. How was that possible?"Collins?"Ryan asked. He was lost. He wanted to be sure David had not mentioned the wrong name."Yes. I found out...he deceived us all."Scarlet was sure she had not misheard him. How could he be spewing nonsense?"What?"She moved closer to him and gazed at his face. Was he sure of what he was saying at all?David knew it would be hard for everyone to believe. Collins had the most innocent face that concealed his darkest heart.He slipped his hand into his back pocket and brought out Jane's journal.He handed it over to her. Scarlet collected it. She wondered where he saw it. Thomas had given the journal to Jane as a birthday gif