Scarlet relaxed on her seat. Her eyes fixed at the mirror right in front of Peter.“If I may ask, why are you suddenly interested in knowing me?” Peter asked. His hands clutching the car steering tightly. His lips were curved into a sly smile. Scarlet felt something was undoubtedly odd about him.“It's nothing. I mean it's nothing bad if I get to know my personal driver.” Scarlet responded. “Sure. I'm just curious.” He rubs his head, yawning. “I never wanted to be a driver, you know. I had a lovely family. Myself, my dad, my sister and I. We were one lovely family until tragedy struck.”“Oh goodness. What happened?” Scarlet leans forwards a bit towards him, her palm placed on her thighs. “ I'm listening, go on please.”“My dad was a truck driver. He was driving his truck one day when a call came in. I was with him that day, in the car……” Peter's eyes flickered, his voice became teary and it quavered. “It was about my mom, she had been rushed to the hospital. She collapsed earlier. Sh
The loud ringing of the alarm clock beside her bed side woke Scarlet up. She looked around in fright, rubbing her eyes so hard. She looked out of the window . It was pitch dark outside. The trees trembled and the wind howled. The atmosphere felt eerie as birds chirped loudly, flapping their wings noisily. Scarlet slipped into her footwear and walked gently to the kitchen.“Lyssa didn't cook anything.” She said, closing the empty cupboard and reclining with her back on the kitchen table. She looked around, with her arms folded.“I'm so hungry, what do I eat?” She pulled out a packet of cereal from underneath the table and took a mug of milk from the fridge. Scooping the quick meal she had just made into her mouth, she went into deep thoughts. “You are up so early!” Scarlet was startled seeing her sister at that time of the night in the kitchen.“You startled me Lyssa. Why aren't you sleeping.”, Scarlet gave her a stare showing her surprise, “And why do you have that mask on your face
Lucas POVLucas swiftly turned to face Maria immediately she entered and sat beside him in the car. His eyes were cold and this made Maria restless.“Lucas, you need to believe me. Scarlet might have bribed Clark, just so he could lie against me. I need you to trust me.”Lucas looked at her, his lips pursed. He gritted his teeth in anger.“You are such a great actress. How dare you sit beside me and look me in the eye, telling all these cock and bull stories. You know what Maria, enough of this talk. We'll discuss further when we get home. For now, I need you to stay the hell away from me.” He roared angrily, pushing Maria away.“Lucas!!! Why are you being so harsh towards me? You don't believe everything that man said, do you?” Lucas shook his head. He loosened his tie and unbuttoned his shirt. He was sweating even though the AC was fully on. Will Scarlet ever forgive me? What was I thinking? I need to speak with her. Lucas was deep in thoughts. His heartbeats could nearly be heard
Scarlet's POVWhy do I still feel hurt that he is protecting Maria. He had always protected her even when we were married.“Scarl…”, Lyssa called out to her, jolting her out of her imagination. “You look disturbed, what's wrong? Aren't you happy you won the case?” Lyssa asked, peering at her face.Scarlet rubbed her forehead and let out a heavy sigh. “Ofcourse, Lyssa, I am happy. I am just tired.”“This calls for a celebration. Did you see the look on Lucas' face, oh my goodness! He looked so pitiable. I am sure he's gonna have a big fight with his so-called mistress.” Will he really fight and blame Maria this time? Scarlet was deep in thoughts. “I doubt he will do that. Lucas had always let go of whatever Maria did wrong. There's no point actually. I mean, I'm just glad the truth is out.”“But then, how did you feel,Scarlet?” “I feel good. I feel really good. Now I'm finally free from lucas' trouble and his family.”“I actually meant, how did you feel seeing Lucas again after a whi
“Your house?” Scarlet asked. “Yeah, I feel maybe we could Netflix and chill, huh!”He's your employee Scarlet, you don't have to be so nice to himScarlet could hear the thoughts in her head. She was silent for a while as she studied Peter's face. He doesn't look bad, maybe I can just while away time over at his place. Moreover, Lyssa is away for a night out with her girls.“Alright. No problem. I accept your offer.” She responded, smiling. The rest of the moment passed away in silence as they both focused on their meals. Peter stole glances at her. This act was obvious to Scarlet.“Why are you doing that?” Scarlet asked, folding her arms.“Doing what?” “You were looking at me, is anything on your mind?”“I was just admiring the beautiful human in front of me. I wonder why your ex-husband treated you like that.”“Okay okay it's enough Peter. You are still my employee and you need to respect that. Do not talk about my marital life.” “Are you mad at me?”“No, not at all. I just fee
“We shouldn't be doing this Peter.” Scarlet said in between moans. “Just relax and I will make you feel really good.” Peter replied, tracing her back with his fingers.The passion that burned through Scarlet's body left her speechless. Lucas had never made her feel that way before. Peter and Scarlet locked eyes and they both could see the burning desires in them. Peter pinned her against the wall, slightly raising her gown to reveal a pair of fair thick thighs. He slowly traced them with his fingers, sending waves of pleasure all over Scarlet.“No no Peter. Stop!,” Scarlet pushed him away, walking back to the couch.“I am sorry, I didn't mean to. I didn't know how it happened.” Peter stammered.“It's fine. I mean, I shouldn't have allowed you too. It's just a mistake, it won't happen again.” She picked up her bag and walked towards the hallway leading to the room Peter had given to her. She flung herself on the bed immediately she entered.She kicked her feet angrily into the air,
Peter's POV“What took you so long, Peter?” A husky voice asked. He was seated on a chair, puffing at his cigar, his back turned against Peter who had just walked in..“I was busy. I had something to attend to.” Peter answered, his voice low.“But my men said they saw you driving with that girl.” “Don't play jokes with me Peter. I got my eyes everywhere.” He said, rising to his feet gently and slowly.He walked closer to Peter and stood in front of him smirking. “When will you carry out the task I assigned to you?”“I am on it, uncle. Just give me time.”“I don't have time anymore. I have given you enough time but you spend it going around town with her.”Peter rolled his eyes, obviously not interested in what the old man was saying.“I can't just kidnap her like that. Everyone will suspect me. They will know I did it. I am still taking my time to plan my acts well. I will strike when the time is right.” Peter said, his voice rising.The old man was Peter's uncle. He was the leader o
Lucas POVLucas pulled her close, holding her wrist tightly, “Where is my money?” He growled, his grip was painful which made her wince in pain.Maria stood transfixed, unsure of what to say and do.“I-i used it Lucas. I used it all. I'm sorry.” Maria stuttered.Lucas let out a sigh, obviously angry. He grabbed her, shaking her violently.“And you made me blame Scarlet. You made me blame her and accuse her of stealing my money. You've ruined my life ever since you came back.” He snarled.Rachel and Chloe rushed inside, dragging Lucas away from Maria.“Stop it Lucas. You don't have to be so violent towards her, even though I know what she did was so wrong.” Rachel said.Chloe shook her head, “Maria! Lucas had never been a miser. He always gives you money every time you ask for it, why did you have to steal from him?” Maria shot Chloe a pitiful look, her face looking sober, she said remorsefully, “I know what I did was wrong. But how could I ask him for money when he barely gave me atte
Scarlet's body tensed and shook with every desire that swept through her body. Lucas had never talked to her in such a soft manner before. Her body burned with the intensity to take him in and allow him work on her body, something he never did before but in a swift seconds, remembering everything he had made her gone through and how he belittled her everytime in front of his mistress, she took one glance at him and shoved him off, not missing the sign of confusion on his face.“Scarlet…” Lucas drawled, signaling his confusion.“Get away from me, Lucas. What the hell do you even want here? Stay away from me. You think after everything you can just barge your way into my life and try to make me love you?” She cried profusely as her lips quivered from her sobs.“I'm sorry, Scarlet. I didn't mean to do all that. I-i I was clouded by my emotions….”“By your emotions? By your emotions you said, Lucas,” Her voice rose. “You fucking choose your mistress over me, meeeeeee, your own wife and no
Scarlet and Peter sat down in the small living room of the house, surrounded by quietness and security. Scarlet glared at Peter, waiting for him to continue talking."Don Marco, years ago, I witnessed him going to a rich man to seek money just to cure his wife, who he claimed to be my mother. He was denied access and that was how mother died. Then for days, he was in the hospital due to a sickness and just because he needed money, he went to a construction site even while sick, just to get money for my sister and I. He had a stroke which didn't affect him much. He could still move around..."Scarlet kept on listening, without saying a word. "But then, people rushed over to our house one day and said dad had died. The building collapsed due to it being burnt down to ashes. I was left with just my sister. Who was killed by a hit and run, on her way back from school, one evening. This, I witnessed and It was the same man who denied dad access to lending him money. It turned out it was
“How do you feel now, Scarlet?” Lucas asked, taking a seat beside her.Scarlet heaved a sigh, “How did you find me? By the way, I'm fine. I'm good.” Lucas gave a slight chuckle. He knew Scarlet must be wondering how he got to know about her kidnapping and how he rescued her. But who wouldn't rescue the woman one loves, when she's in danger.“I saw it on the news. You were missing. I organized a search party led by the police. It took them a while but I'm glad we were able to find you.”“Do you know who was behind your kidnapping?” Lucas sounded as though he was trying to tell her something and not ask her a question. “Why do you ask?” Scarlet sounded aloof and wondered why Lucas was interested in the topic. She knew he also thought Peter was behind her kidnapping.“It was Peter, your driver.” Scarlet was not willing to sit and hear everyone blame Peter for something he obviously didn't do or wasn't willing to do. A part of her was still willing to believe Peter's word even though s
Scarlet's POVScarlet laid on the damp floor of the dungeon, her eyes red and swollen from crying too much. She was weak as she had eaten nothing for some hours now. Suddenly she heard a thumping sound and the heavy breathing of someone.“Hello! Is anybody there?” She called out.She looked around, trying to find a means of escape. Suddenly, a figure emerged from the shadows. Scarlet's heart skipped a beat as she saw Peter's face.But it couldn't be. Peter was dead. Don Marco's men had killed him. She heard the gunshot.Scarlet shifted back as Peter approached her. Scared she was seeing a ghost."It's me, Peter. Don't be scared, Scarlet." He groaned, holding his right arm which was bleeding."I managed to defeat those men. I'm wounded though, but I need to get you out of here.""Stay away from me, you bloody liar." Scarlet screamed, moving away from him hastily."Scarlet please. You need to believe me. I know I lied to you, I know I was sent by Don marco but trust me, I never wante
Lucas stood up abruptly, his gaze locked on the television. “What's wrong?” Maria asked him, as she peered into the television.Lucas dashed out immediately, making some phone calls.“Make sure to comb everywhere. I want her to be found, hale and hearty.”“What's wrong? You just walked out in fury. Is anything the matter?” Maria asked him as she joined him outside.“It's Scarlet. She's missing.” Maria's heart skipped a beat as she heard the news. Scarlet, missing? How and when? But she visited them at the hospital? She couldn't help but feel a surge of happiness inside, even though she doesn't remember her memories, Scarlet looked like someone who had Lucas glued to her. So she was glad she went missing.She looked concerned, furrowing her eyebrow. "Oh no, that's really terrible. What happened?"Lucas paced forth and back, his phone glued to his hand. "I don't know. I just saw it on the News headlines just a few minutes ago. I tried reaching her but her phone's going straight to vo
Lucas POVLucas looked outside the window of his hospital bed. He gazed at the landscape, wondering about his life that had taken a drastic change in the last few days.“Lucas!” Racheal called out, walking towards him. “The doctor said we can leave now.”“Sure. I hope there is no media press outside. I don't want anyone asking me any questions or capturing my face on camera.” Lucas said, walking out of the room.“None at all. I made sure the coast is clear. I will have Chloe help Maria to the car.”Lucas sighed as he heard his mother mention Maria.“How is she now?” Lucas asked as they walked out of the hospital building.“She's fine. Getting better already. But then, something bothers me.” Racheal said, her voice laced with a mixture of concern and worry.“What's that?” Lucas came to a halt, staring at her.“Where are we going to start from? How are we going to tell Maria everything? She deserves to know the truth…”“We'll talk about that when we get home, mother.”Lucas said, sittin
Scarlet's heart skipped a beat as she slammed on the brakes, her car skidding to a stop on the slippery road. She stared ahead, her eyes fixed on the figure standing in the shadows.A hideous man with a burnt scar on his face stood just in front of her car. This was the same man that has been stalking her and following her around.She slammed on the brakes quickly, trying to reverse the car, But it was too late. The man's eyes locked into hers and he started to move with a slow stride towards the car with an unsettling grin. Scarlet's hands trembled as she tried to turn the key in the ignition, but it wouldn't budge. The car was dead."Shit!!!" Scarlet shouted, "This is not the perfect time to not start, please." She cried as she tried turning the car on.The man's face was twisted in a sly smile. His burnt scar seemed to stretch across his cheek like a macabre grin. Scarlet's heart raced s he reached out a bony hand and tapped on her windshield.The man's grin returned as he gestured
“Scarlet!” Lucas said, rising into a sitting position.“I hope you are better now?” Scarlet asked him formally.“Uhmm yeah I am. I'm fine.”“What of Maria? I heard she was involved in the accident too?” Scarlet let out a sigh, trying so hard to hide her emotions. It has been a while but Lucas was still stuck with Maria. She had always been a third wheel and she wondered if Lucas had ever thought of her differently.Lucas' heart sank as she mentioned Maria. He hung his head low, unable to meet her gaze.“She's fine. She's in another ward.”“Okay. I have to go now. I'm glad you are okay.”………………Racheal and Chloe stood outside, watching the duo.“Aren't they just adorable?” Chloe said, as she looked at her brother and his ex wife.Racheal looked at her with surprise all over her face. “When did you start liking Scarlet? I thought you had always hated her.”“Well, let's say, I was just foolish then. I only acted that way because my brother was acting that way too and I never really knew
Chloe sighed. Her face had doubts written all over it.“Why do I feel like she really didn't lose her memory?”“Chloe!,” Racheal screamed. “Don't say that. That's so bad of you.”“What mom? Maria is capable of doing this and more. I don't just trust her.”“Don't say that. She won't go to this length. Let's go check on your brother.” Racheal said, dragging her away.………………….Scarlet's POV“Scarl! Scarlett. Did you hear the news?” Lyssa came running, flashing her phone at her sister's face.“What news Lyssa and why did you have to run like that? I'm late for work, so I don't have much time for your gossip.”“Ugh, just calm down Scarlet.” Lyssa rolled her eyes at her sister as she sat on the bed.“I saw the headlines. Lucas and Maria got into an accident. A bad one at that.”Scarlet turned swiftly, her expression showing shock and fear. “Really? When did that happen?” Scarlet asked, taking the phone from her.“Yesterday. They were badly injured. He's still at the hospital. Alongside Mari