Malachi has a little bit of red on his cheeks and his face looks like it could have seen better days.He’s not as clean shaven and knife-jawed as he was before. His presence is like a living, breathing thing with us in the room, and it engulfs every bit of space it can find.The hall we’re in is fai
I do not protest even as he steers me. I know he won’t listen to me even if I do so there’s no need to. I won’t appear small or weak in his eyes. His steering me down the hall is something he can afford to do because he’s bigger and stronger than I am.I won’t appear weaker by putting up a futile pr
Once I'm back inside Bridget leans on the table, arms crossed and a frown on her face. I wish I could tell her I just did something I have never done before in all my years.I wish I could tell her of how I just told Malachi Finn to go fuck himself and how cool I felt while I was doing it, except so
She’s right. It always has, but hearing your friend sing absolute nonsense always has the effect of making you laugh half your brains out. It’s a deal already, I can see it in her eyes so there’s no need for a confirmation.I blow Bridget a benevolent kiss as I make my way up the stairs of the mans
My grip on Tieran’s dinner is very tight even as we ride in the car. Edgar insisted he ride with me and educated me on exactly how good he is with a gun.I feel like I should take shooting classes too. I might never have to wield a gun, but knowing I can wield one should make me a bit safe, right?
Bridget’s pov.There’s a line outside the bar and I wait until it decreases before I go in. Keeping myself undercover and inconspicuous has never been my style but for the sake of what’s at hand, I have to do it.I’ve never had any problem sticking out like a sore thumb. In fact I’ve always been abl
She says she’s just trying to fill in the space that was left with Antonia’s departure. She says it in this obviously overbearing tone that says we can all go fuck ourselves. She thinks she’s the new CEO in Malachi’s absence.” David chuckles bitterly and sighs, “No offense to Antonia, work was much
Antonia’s pov.There’s basically no one at home when I get back.My father isn’t back and I don't think Bridget is either. I look at the time and see it’s past 8. I spent a lot of time at the park. A bit of guilt runs through my heart when I think of that. My hold on the drawing pad in my hands als
Why didn’t i see something like this happening?”Watch your step.”Malachi’s voice pulls me out of my thoughts again and i feel a shudder course through my spine. This fashion show - the runway - everything is being broadcasted which means if Grandfather was paying any attention, he must have seen w
I almost run as i make my way towards the general hall. Tieran is fast on my heels and i can see the slight confusion in his eyes - i can see the immediate recognition at the sight of that baby.What in hell’s name are they even doing here?I get down and my heart drops into my stomach. She’s making
A question slips out of my lips before i can stop myself, “Are you sure you want to leave with me after this?”Ever since he suggested it, the questions have been brewing at the back of my mind.Disappearing after my fashion show is one thing. I might be the talk of many shows right now, but i’m sti
I walk down the hallway and try to shake off the icky feeling that clings to my skin from meeting Skye.I can’t believe i ever thought the reason Malachi wanted her was because maybe despite all odds, she was just genuinely a good person. Someone better than i am.Skye is nothing but a snake and a b
The floor shifts and rolls. The very image of fluffy clouds and radiant light.I can see people discussing, talking. Armed with cameras, all of them.Tonigt is going to be a defining night.”Well if it isn’t the talk of the town.”I turn immediately to see a female walking towards me.It’s been a lo
Bridget jacks me away the moment she catches the sight of me. She downright ignores Malachi and glares at him when he tries to follow us. He glares right back but relents and walks off, but not before he directs a look my way.Not before he stares at me long and hard and so well i know he’s doing it
Malachi pulls back almost immediately, and as his eyes turn to me i see something shift in his expression.He smiles. The act is rare enough that i’m stunned but the look it gives him also lights up his face quite well. Malachi’s vopice is tinged with some humor as he responds, “I wouldn’t resort t
Antonia's pov.The sky is rippling with stars and i begin to fidget in the car as we drive out to the Starlight hall.I’m dressed in a simple gown.Long flowing silk is sewn in with some of the moon’s tears fabric, and embossed with a subtle but ripping waterfall of diamonds and jewels. As estravaga
I have something important to do here. I’m not leaving it and going off to have sex with him, especially not on a day like today. It’s too important.”Is there ever a day you’ll put yourself first?”The question makes a line of static ring in my brain for a while but before i can respond Ian goes o