I was shocked, and moved away quickly.
"Benson?" I called, as I felt fear run through me. Just then, the lights came back on, and I saw Benson standing by the light switch."I'm sorry, I think that bulb malfunctioned, so I had to turn this one on." He said, and I turned to look behind me."But, how did you make it there quickly? Something brushed past me, just now." I said."Something? Are you sure? I don't have pets." He said, looking around."I felt it. It was fast." I said, and he looked around a bit before turning to me with a smile."You must be really scared of the darkness uh? Probably you were so startled, you thought you felt something." He said, but I shook my head."I definitely felt something.""Something like what?""I don't know." I said, and he laughed."Let's have some tea. Actually, are you really busy?" He asked, and I shook my head."I think I have an hour or two to spare." I said, aBLAZE'S POV"Rosa. Have you seen Caramel?" I asked since I had gone to Caramel's room to check on her, and she wasn't there."Caramel? I'm afraid not. I just finished with the laundry." She said, and I looked around wondering where she could be.I checked the house properly, calling for her, but she didn't seem to be home."Where did she go without telling me?" I asked, and dialed her number, but it was switched off."You didn't hear her leaving or she didn't tell you anything or anywhere she's going?" I asked Rosa, and she shook her head."Maybe she went to see a friend.""She has no friends.""Then, her brother.""Oh, but it's quite late.""Since it's quite late as you said, he might have persuaded her to stay." She said, and it was reasonable, but the fact that I couldn't reach her was unsettling. Had she turned off her phone or forgotten to charge?"Thanks. I'll just see her tomorrow then. Goodnight Ros
BLAZE'S POVI went to have my bath as quickly as I could. Rosa wanted me to have breakfast, but I declined, and as I walked to the door, something came to mind. I ran back the stairs to Caramel's room, because she could have left something that could have indicated where she was going.I didn't know what exactly I was looking for, but I searched her room for anything that could help me.When I was done, I checked the living room, hoping she left a note or something before leaving, but my hopes were dashed as I found nothing."She will be found, and she will be okay." Rosa said, and although I didn't feel reassured, I forced myself to be optimistic.I went over to Nate's office, and met him there."You're here earlier.""I was going crazy at home.""I tried thinking of anything helpful but couldn't come up with anything, because I don't even know where to start from." Nate said, and I sighed."Same here. I don't know what to do, and it's what's driving me crazy. The fact that she could
CARAMEL'S POVAfter that, he stood up, putting his hands in the pockets of his suit pants. "I'm late. I have a meeting." He said, and turned around to leave. The three men looked at me with silly grins on their faces, and I knew if I wanted to do something, it had to be at that moment. I waited till I didn't hear Benson's footsteps again, and looked at the men, as they bent down, then I acted fast.I head butted the one in the middle, and raced to my feet. I ran as fast as I could, but was suddenly grabbed by my hair."You think you can run?" I heard Benson say. "You thought I'd leave you after noticing you managed to untie those ropes?" He asked, and as I tried to push him away, he raised the knife ready to plunge it into my face, I held out my hand, and held the knife. It slit my palm, and I screamed, taking my hands off the knife immediately.Then he laughed, and wrapped his hands tight around my neck."I change
BLAZE’S POV“Shit! Caramel, come on. Stay with me!” I shouted.Then Nate came over to meet me.“Help me with the car. I’ll be driving her to the nearest hospital, right now.” I said to Nate, then he collected my car keys, from me.I carried Caramel, and put her gently into the car.“I’ll fill you in on whatever happens.” Nate said, and I nodded.I drove off to the hospital, in a jiffy, and when I got there, they carried her in, on a stretcher. I paced around in the waiting room, to be certain that she was okay as I couldn’t leave this spot, without hearing from the doctors.About thirty minutes later, the doctor came out, and I rushed to meet him.“Doctor, how is she doing?” I asked, out of concern.“She is better, now. She only had a minor cut, and was unconscious, due to shock. But she is fine, right now.”I let out a sigh of relief, and bent down, resting my hand on my knees.“So, when can I see her?” I asked.“You can see her, right now. She is fine.” The doctor said.“Thank you s
CARAMEL’S POVI was on the hospital bed, unable to sleep as I couldn’t get the thought off my head.~flashback~“Do you perhaps have an idea of why I am doing this?” Benson asked, with a smirk.I was in pain as the ropes they had used to tie both my hands and legs, were hurting my skin so bad.“Why Benson? I do not think I have ever offended you gravely.”“Now, that’s where I am going to. You have offended me gravely, and the annoying thing is that you do not even know that you did.” He chuckled.“I’m sorry if I offended you, but I do not think you have to get back at me, by torturing me, this way.”“Well, that’s for me to decide, Caramel.”“What the hell did I do!” I shouted, in pain.“Alright, since you badly want to know, I’ll tell you.”I calmed down to listen to all he had to say, a
CARAMEL’S POVI couldn’t believe my ears. Why would she insinuate I was a whore and then threaten to end my career? Wealthy people do not cease to be so scary.“You know, regardless of your status, it is so rude of you to utter such statement.” I said to her.“I have made myself clear. It is left for you to cross the line, and see what I am capable of.” Maya said.“Will you shut the hell up?” I heard Blaze interfere, while he was coming downstairs.“Blaze.” She said, softly.“Look Maya, I am over you, and there would be nothing between us, ever again. Do not get your hopes high, and do not try anything funny or I would be forced to show you what I can do.” Blaze said, in anger.I didn’t know the right words to say or if it was fine to jump in, but I decided to allow him talk, and then when she was out of sight, probably the words would fly out of my mouth. I watched as an expression of anger came up on Maya’s face, and I was certain that it was anger, towards me.“Now, it’s either you
CARAMEL'S POVI laid back on my bed, thinking about what had happened earlier between Blaze and I. I didn't know it was going to affect me this way. I mean I couldn't even get it off my mind since he spoke that way.But he was harsh and cruel with his words. Does he mean he had been trying to you with my feelings all along, but I still kept on being a hard nut to crack? Well it's fine. I guess I just need a break from this. I picked up my phone and dialed Lucas' number."Hello sis." He answered the phone after it rang twice."Hey. Do you mind a weekend vacation?" I asked."Oh, my! Why not? I'm down for it. When exactly?" He asked in excitement."Now. Get your belongings ready." I stood up after I had ended my conversation with Lucas. It was time for me to have a vacation, and I would ask for it professionally. Hopefully he comes back soon or I was going to leave a letter for him. I wouldn't allow anyone to stop this vacation.After I got ready, I went downstairs with just a portable
BLAZE'S POV"To the station? Why?" I asked, out of curiosity."It seems Benson would like to bargain something with you or sort." Nate replied."Bargain? What does he have to bargain? Why does he think I would need that? I have done what I desire to him, by putting him in jail.""Well, I just feel you should hear him out. It is only you he wants to speak with. And he said you will like the bargain. By the way, if you really do not want to hear him out, then that's fine. I was just trying to inform you on something that I felt shouldn't be overlooked."I sighed and bit my lips. I really didn't want to see Benson again and I wondered why he would want to bargain with me, when I had won against him. What could he possibly have for me that I may desire?"Alright, alright. I'll be there in thirty.""Okay."I hung up and then took up my coat. The beach was nice and sunny, but it was time to leave. And I hope that whatever Benson wanted to say, was worth it.While going back towards the gate
BLAZE’S POVI watched as someone who was at Caramel’s back, hit her neck and got her unconscious. I was angry, but I decided to hold back to know where they were heading to. I couldn’t afford to mess this up because of my feelings.I followed them with my car and drove even through the bad roads. Why did they have to pick a place that is as bad and weird as this? Anyways, those who do abduct people and do bad things look for places like this to carry out their bad works.As soon as they got to their hideout, I called the cops as I could not get into the house without them, noticing me. Then I dialed Maya’s number.“Hello Blaze. He just called me.”“Good. I’m at the hide out, but you do not need to go. I have called the cops already, so you don’t have to worry about it.”“Oh, alright then. I await good news.”“Sure. Thank you so much for this. I have forgiven y
BLAZE’S POV“Since I started working for you, you have always been the reason behind my troubles. I have always been tortured and treated badly because of you.”“Caramel.”“But even with that, you have always saved me, come through for me and try to clean up the mess that was made. I think this is the fight one has to fight to be with a celebrity and I have made my decision, which is to stay, stand and fight with you. If others left you because of this or other reasons, I will stay. And, I will renew my contract with you and prove them wrong. I will let them know that you can win another championship and that I can be the best coach ever. For now, help me find my brother.” She said as a tear, strolled down her chin.My heart beamed with joy and was accompanied with a smile. I hugged her tight and felt so happy that she didn’t push me away this time. The joy I was feeling presently was enough for me to bash anyon
CARAMEL’S POVI rushed out of the cinema, pacing around and waiting for Blaze to come out. As soon as he came out, I opened his car door, but he grabbed my arm.“Caramel, be calm.” He said.“Don’t tell me to be calm! That boy has only me and it is my duty to always protect him.” I said as I withdrew my arm from him and got into his car.Tears ran down my cheek and I sniffed as I couldn’t bear the thought of Lucas killed. He wasn’t supposed to be abducted. What did he do to deserve this? How could I live with a burdened heart?Blaze got into the car and then started the car and we drove off.“Look Caramel. Let’s get to your place first to confirm if he was really abducted or not.” Blaze suggested.Then I nodded and hoped that it was a prank even when 70% of me felt it wasn’t. As soon as we got to my house, I opened the door and saw everywhere scattered. I fell to the gro
BLAZE'S POVThe next day, I woke up feeling better and in a good mood. I smiled at Caramel who was still deep in her sleep. She looked like so cute that I could kiss her until eternity.I decided to leave her room quietly as I wanted to make her a meal myself for a surprise. I didn't win the championship but I had won Caramel's heart and that was still a win for me. Her golden heart which was rare to find was now mine.I got out of the room and walked down the stairs. As I got to the kitchen, I was startled by Rosa whom I didn't notice was in the kitchen."I'm sorry I startled you, Mr. Nightingale." She apologized, with a slight smile."Oh, it's fine."As I disregarded that, I recalled that I had asked Rosa to leave when I needed to speak to Caramel. Certainly, she would have been worried about the outcome and could have wondered why we were no longer saying anything.
CARAMEL’S POVWas this a dream? Moments like this most times happen in movies. Could I be in one? There was no way a billionaire would look at me and tell me he loves me. I have also been harsh to him. There is no way Blaze Nightingale will tell me he loves me.“Please drop the act.” I said as I disengaged from him. Then I looked into his eyes with sadness. “I know you are just trying to make me not to think about the fact that I am not competent enough, but that can’t work. If you feel you are wasting your money by paying me even when I didn’t help you bag the championship, you are free to withhold my payment.” I said, with pain and then dragged my luggage, heading for the door.But then, Blaze grabbed my arm and held my face as he locked eyes with me. In his eyes, I could see sincerity, innocence, love, care and desire.“Allow yourself to feel the love you have for me, because the love I have for you can not be
BLAZE’S POVI watched as part of the crowd cheered for my opponent as he jumped up in victory. My racket fell from my hand and I felt dejected.Earlier on, I had watched as his girlfriend had given him a kiss and encouraged him with love. All through, I couldn’t help but feel guilty for making Caramel go through a lot and her attitude towards me and I found myself missing every ball thrown at me because I was either lost in thought or I was too slow to catch it after snapping out of my thoughts.Suddenly, I remembered Caramel. She wasn’t around here. Could she have ran off feeling bad that I had failed and lost? I left the tennis court and ran out but was swamped by reporters.“Mr. Nightingale, we heard of how you were not fully focused at the tennis court, are you alright?” One of them threw a question at me.“Yes I am.” I answered, trying to get out of the crowd.“Some allegations are made against
BLAZE’S POVIt was a new day and the D-day that I had been waiting for a long time. I was going to give today my best and ensure that I make my mom proud wherever she was. As soon as I was done having my bath, I went to the sitting room, waiting for Caramel to be done.I expected that she was going to take a longer time than I expected as I knew women do take time in getting prepared for an outing but she came out in about two minutes.I was stunned at her beauty and her preparedness was visible. In the last few days, I had spent my time thinking about how much I had offended her and endangered her life. If only she could give me another chance to make things right.Yeah, today was the D-day and the day I have been on my toes for a while but even as it was here, I wasn’t feeling elated. I had mixed feelings and I wished Caramel would hug me and tell me encouraging words. She was the one I cherished after my mother and my mother never failed to
CARAMEL’S POVNow, it was clear to me that having any form of close relationship with Blaze would only endanger me and my brother still needed me more than anything in this world. I also needed to achieve my dreams before giving up the ghost.“Hey Caramel. You have been discharged. Let’s go back.” Paul said, with a smile on his face.I smiled back at him and got down from the bed.“Alright, I am ready to go.”“I’m glad you are much better. You really need to cut yourself some slack at times, okay?”“Sure, I will. And I will be more careful, next time. I bet they would have done more games without me.”“Come on, no one is as heartless as you might think right now. They all took five.” Paul smiled and ruffled my hair.“Wow. I feel loved.”Paul and I took a cab back to the beach and everyone was dismissed to have a long nap before we started again
BLAZE’S POV“Caramel! Caramel, wake up!” I called out her name and shook her body in anxiety but she wasn’t moving.Then I turned to Monica.“What the hell did you do that for!” I raised my voice at her.I could tell she was startled as she covered her mouth with her hands, looking shocked at Caramel who wasn’t moving an inch.“If something happens to her, just have it in mind that you’ll be going to jail.” I threatened her, with anger.Then I touched her neck to be sure if she was still breathing or not and to my relief, she was still breathing. Immediately, I carried her back to the beach and those who had given up saw me from afar and ran towards me.“What happened to her?” Paul asked, looking alarmed.“She tripped and fell hard but it seems she passed out.” I replied as I handed her over to him.I called the ambulance as fast as I could and,