Share

Someone's watching

Author: nasara_neilehj
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

I just finished reading this book, and I loved it," she exclaimed, her words tumbling out in a rush.

"I had to come back and tell you all about it!"

I leaned in closer, eager to hear her thoughts on the book. "That's wonderful to hear," I replied, my curiosity piqued.

"What did you love most about it?"

As she launched into a passionate discussion about the characters, the plot twists, and the themes that had captivated her, I found myself swept up in her enthusiasm. We laughed, we debated, and we shared stories about our favorite literary discoveries, lost in the timeless magic of storytelling.

By the time she was about to leave the store, her arms laden with a stack of new books to devour, I couldn't help but feel a sense of fulfillment wash over me. It was moments like these—connecting with readers and sharing in their excitement—that made all the challenges of running a bookstore worthwhile.

As I reached for the book the reader had returned, I noticed a folded piece of paper tucked
Locked Chapter
Continue to read this book on the APP

Related chapters

  • Night Of His Obsession   Mysterious man

    Vince's grip on my hand tightened, his expression grave as he met my gaze. "I'm not sure, Friah," he admitted, his voice tinged with concern."But there's something about him... something familiar yet chilling," I said, a knot forming in the pit of my stomach as the memory of the man's smirk sent a shiver down my spine."It felt like... like I've seen him before," I whispered, my voice trembling with unease. "In my nightmares."Vince's eyes widened with alarm, his concern deepening as he took in my words. "Do you think he's connected to... to what you've been experiencing?" he asked, his voice filled with a sense of urgency.I shook my head, the fear threatening to overwhelm me as I struggled to make sense of the unsettling encounter."I don't know," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper."But something tells me he's not just a stranger passing by."Drenver can't be here, he is in jail and also he can't be where I am. He has no money. Plus, his physical appearance was completely

  • Night Of His Obsession   Gold Bracelet

    The whole day, I'm just assisting some of the readers coming into the bookstore. As I was about to close the store, I noticed the same man standing outside, holding another white tulip. I was about to approach the man when melodic strains of music filled the air. I turned towards the source of the sound, my heart skipping a beat as I caught sight of Vince walking at the entrance of the bookstore, a guitar cradled in his hands.A smile spread across my face as I watched him strumming the strings with practiced ease, his fingers dancing across the fretboard as he played a soulful melody that seemed to resonate with the very essence of the island.The last customers in the store paused in their browsing, drawn in by the enchanting music that filled the space. I could see the admiration and awe reflected in their eyes as they watched Vince perform, their attention completely captivated by his talent and presence.The last notes of the song faded into the evening air. Vince set the guitar

  • Night Of His Obsession   Shall we?

    My heart pounded with a mixture of confusion and apprehension as I held the bracelet in my hand, the weight of its implications sinking in with each passing moment. "Forever in my heart," the words echoed in my mind, stirring a sense of unease that I couldn't shake.With trembling hands, I slipped the bracelet into my pocket, the cool metal burning against my skin like a silent accusation. I needed answers, and I needed them now.Turning back to Vince, I forced a smile onto my lips, hoping to hide the turmoil swirling within me. "Sorry about that," I said, my voice wavering slightly. "I just thought I saw something interesting over there."Feeling a knot of unease tighten in my stomach, I turned away from the mysterious bracelet and made my way back to where Vince was waiting. His eyes met mine, concern flickering across his features as he took in my expression."Is everything okay, Friah?" he asked, his voice laced with worry.I forced a smile, pushing aside the troubling thoughts th

  • Night Of His Obsession   The truth

    I slightly chuckled. I watched with curiosity as Vince made his way towards his room, a playful glint in his eye suggesting that he had something special in store for me. My heart fluttered with anticipation, wondering what surprise he had prepared.With a mischievous smile, I followed him, eager to discover the secret he was so eager to share. As I stepped into his room, I couldn't help but notice the soft glow of candlelight dancing across the walls, casting a warm and inviting ambiance over the space."What's the surprise?" I asked, unable to contain my excitement.Vince turned to me with a grin, his eyes sparkling with anticipation. "Close your eyes," he instructed, holding out his hand.I complied, allowing him to gently guide me further into the room. With each step, my heart raced with anticipation, the air tingling with the promise of something wonderful."Okay, you can open them now," Vince said, his voice filled with excitement.I opened my eyes to find myself standing in th

  • Night Of His Obsession   Movie date

    I stood in the nursery, surrounded by the love and warmth that Vince had poured into every corner of the room. My thoughts drifted back to Trence and to the moments we had shared so long ago.The memory played out in my mind. I could feel the warmth of Trence's hand in mine and the comforting weight of his presence beside me. Despite his hesitation about going anywhere, especially in public spaces, he had insisted on joining me for a night at the movies. His busy schedule and the demands of his company were momentarily forgotten when he heard my plan for the evening. My real plan was to watch movies alone like I used to do when I was feeling down and in need of some time to myself."Are you enjoying the movie?" I had asked, stealing a glance at Trence beside me, his eyes focused intently on the screen.He had nodded, a small smile playing at the corners of his lips. "It's... different," he had admitted, his voice tinged with amusement. "But I can see why you enjoy it."After a few min

  • Night Of His Obsession   Dream

    With a heavy heart, I pushed aside the memories of Trence, focusing instead on the love and happiness that surrounded me in the present moment. Vince's arms around me, the warmth of his embrace, the promise of a future filled with love and laughter—these were the things that mattered now, the things that filled me with hope and joy.As I looked around the nursery, imagining the laughter of a child filling the room, I knew that I was exactly where I was meant to be, with the man who had shown me what true love and happiness looked like. I realized this as I leaned into Vince's embrace and felt the warmth and strength of his love surrounding me."Friah, let's rest already," Vince suggested , I hesitated, torn between the comfort of our bed and the allure of the nursery that held the promise of our future."I think I'll stay here a little longer," I replied softly, meeting Vince's gaze with a gentle smile. "I want to spend some more time in our daughter's room."Vince's expression soften

  • Night Of His Obsession   Hoodied Guy

    I did not sleep after I discovered the bracelet. I tossed and turned all night, my mind consumed with thoughts of where it came from and who it belonged to. If it was from Trence, that means he knows where we are."Good morning," Vince said, interrupting my thoughts."You look like you didn't get much sleep last night," he added when he kissed me on the cheeks. I forced a smile, trying to push away the unease that lingered from the previous night's discovery."Good morning, Vince," I greeted him."I did have a bit of trouble sleeping," I admitted, avoiding eye contact. "But I'm sure it's nothing to worry about," I reasoned.Vince raised an eyebrow, clearly not convinced by my attempt to brush off the situation. "Is everything okay?" he asked, his tone filled with concern."Yes, everything is okay," I said, and I rose from the seat."I just had a lot on my mind last night, that's all," I reassured him as I walked towards the kitchen to start making breakfast. Vince followed me, his eye

  • Night Of His Obsession   My baby

    Trence brought me into a small Nippa hut hidden in the forest, far away from anyone who could hear my screams. The dim light inside cast eerie shadows on his face as he whispered, "You're mine now." I shuddered, realizing the danger I was in as Trence's grip tightened on my arm. ' "You change, Trence," I said, my voice trembling. "You used to be kind." Trence's grip loosened slightly, a flicker of emotion crossing his face before he hardened once more. "You don't know the whole story," he replied cryptically, his eyes filled with a mix of anger and sadness. I felt a sense of unease settle in as I realized there was much more to Trence than I had ever imagined. Is it his true identity? Is he the same as the person I left before? He brought me into the room. The dimly lit room revealed a side of Trence I had never seen before—mysterious and guarded. He closed the door behind us. He threw me in the bed, which was different from the interior of the Nippa hut. The room was filled with

Latest chapter

  • Night Of His Obsession   The End

    We all thought that after meeting someone who would cherish us, love us, respect us, and protect us, it'd all have a happy ending, but I learned that sometimes people come into our lives to teach us valuable lessons and help us grow, even if they are not meant to stay forever.I was sitting on the edge of my bed, absentmindedly tracing the patterns on my quilt. The room was so quiet that I could hear the distant hum of traffic outside my window. Suddenly, the silence was shattered by the sharp ring of my phone. Glancing at the screen, I saw my attorney's name. My heart skipped a beat as I answered."Friah," his voice came through the line, heavy with gravity. "I have some news. Drenver has been found guilty of murder. The jury has sentenced him to life in prison for the murder of Julia."I felt like I couldn't breathe. Even though I'd been bracing myself for this moment, the reality of it hit me like a tidal wave. "I... I don't know what to say," I whispered, my voice barely audible.

  • Night Of His Obsession   Not peaceful at all

    "I take Maxine Marviz to be my daughter." His eyes were filled with tears as he looked at her. He slowly turned to me.Our world was finally at peace. I was standing here in front of him, trying not to ruin my makeup behind this facade of calmness. His words were a balm to my soul, bringing closure to years of uncertainty and fear."As I finally marry her mother, who captured my heart through the years—the woman who makes me go crazy, loves me, and changes me to be a better person—together, we will create a new chapter in our lives filled with love, happiness, and unity. Our family is now complete with Maxine as our daughter, bound by love and commitment." His voice cracked with emotion as he reached out to hold my hand. As I looked into his eyes, I knew that all of the challenges we had faced together had led us to this moment of pure happiness and love.With tears in my eyes, I whispered, "I love you," and felt his grip on my hand tighten, solidifying our bond forever."Thank you fo

  • Night Of His Obsession   Drenver's attempt

    "I want my daughter back, Friah," Drenver said with a determined edge to his voice, his eyes flickering with mixed emotions. We were alone in the kitchen. I told Trence I could talk and face Drenver because I knew he was just in the house if something happened. "Whose daughter are you talking about?" I asked without leaving his stare. "You have no daughter here." Drenver was leaning on the sink. "I know you already know what I'm talking about. Trence was not the father of Maxine," he said. He slowly walked towards me. I stepped back as he went near me. "I am," he whispered, his voice barely audible. "And I'll do whatever it takes to get her.""No, I would never let you take her away from us," I said firmly, my heart racing with fear and anger. Drenver's eyes darkened as he reached out to grab me, but I quickly dodged his touch. "Get out of my house," I firmly said. Drenver's face twisted into a sinister grin as he backed away, his eyes never leaving mine. "You can try to stop me,

  • Night Of His Obsession   It's over

    Days went by, and the doctors told me that I could already be discharged from the hospital. I was relieved to finally be able to go home and see my daughter, whom I missed dearly during my time in the hospital. I couldn't wait to hold her in my arms and make up for lost time."Are you sure you are okay already?" Trence asked concern etched on his face. I assured him that I was feeling much better and couldn't wait to get back to our normal routine with our daughter by our side.I nodded. He guided me towards the wheelchair. Trence wheeled me out of the room; the tension in the air was palpable, overshadowing the relief of finally leaving the hospital. My heart skipped a beat as I heard the urgent call from the doctor, the words "code red" sending a shiver down my spine. They were running towards the ICU.I exchanged a worried glance with Trence, the gravity of the situation weighing heavily on both of us. Could it be? Julia? The thought sent a wave of mixed emotions crashing over me.

  • Night Of His Obsession   Flooded by truth

    I'm holding my son's hand while we are walking the path filled with roses. The sun was shining brightly overhead, casting a warm glow on the vibrant flowers. I couldn't help but smile as I watched my son's eyes light up with wonder at the beauty surrounding us. The sweet scent of the roses filled the air, creating a peaceful atmosphere as we strolled together. At that moment, I felt grateful for this simple yet precious moment with my son."'Mommy, it's time," Max said. "Maxine was waiting for you." I knelt to hug my son, feeling a mix of pride and sadness as he prepared to let go of my hand. With a bittersweet smile, I whispered, "I love you, Max.""I love you, Mom," he whispered back.He let go of me and started running away from me. As I watched him go, all I could think was that he would run like that with Maxine by his side. He left me in the middle of the field. I stood there, not knowing where to go next, feeling a sense of emptiness. The sun began to set, casting a warm glow o

  • Night Of His Obsession   Max

    "I already talked to the security. He can't go near you again." Trence said. He laid me down on the bed, leaning on his chest. I could feel his heartbeat against my back—steady and reassuring. Trence gently ran his fingers through my hair, soothing me with his touch. I closed my eyes, feeling safe and protected in his arms."He said something," I whispered, my voice barely audible. Trence paused, his fingers stilling in my hair as he waited for me to continue. "He said that he was Maxine's father."Trence's grip on my waist slightly tightened, his expression turning serious. "Maxine's father?" he repeated, his voice laced with concern. I nodded."We never did it, even when we were in a relationship. I don't know how this could have happened." Trence pulled me closer, his embrace providing comfort and support."Should I believe him?" I could feel his heart beating against mine, a steady rhythm that reassured me. "I don't know," Trence finally said, his voice soft but firm."Maybe he's

  • Night Of His Obsession   He came back

    Our moment was interrupted by a sudden call, but neither of us wanted to let go. "Ignore it," he mumbled against my lips, his hands moving with urgency. I couldn't resist him any longer, giving in completely to the passion that consumed us both.The call wouldn't stop ringing, and eventually, we had to reluctantly pull away, both of us breathless and wanting more. "We'll continue this later," he promised, his eyes filled with desire as he finally answered the call.As he spoke on the phone, his facial expression changed from desire to annoyance, clearly irritated by someone he was talking to."What do you mean, he was out?" Trence exclaimed, his voice rising in frustration. His body tensed as he listened to the response, and I could see the anger building in his eyes.I could tell he was struggling to keep his composure; his jaw clenched tightly as he tried to maintain control. After hanging up the phone, he turned to me with a forced smile, but I could see the tension still lingering

  • Night Of His Obsession   Rest

    I run, trying to find my daughter, my heart pounding in my chest. Panic set in as I called out her name, the fear of the unknown creeping up on me. I asked her nanny where she was, but when she pointed out where Maxine was, she was not there.I felt my breath quicken as I frantically searched every corner of the room, my mind racing with worst-case scenarios. The realization that my daughter was missing sent a wave of pure terror through me, causing me to break out in a cold sweat."Why did you leave your sight with her?" I demanded, my voice shaking with a mixture of anger and fear. The nanny's apologetic expression only fueled my panic further, as I struggled to keep my emotions in check while desperately trying to think of where she could have gone.Trence walked towards me. "What's happening?" he asked when he saw the look of distress on my face."I can't find my daughter." I could feel tears welling up in my eyes as I anxiously explained the situation to him, my heart pounding in

  • Night Of His Obsession   Encounter

    We picked a restaurant and decided to eat there. Maxine was the one to pick it up, and she decided to go to a place where my favorite foods were. The last time I ate here was when I ate with Drenver. The place never changed, but the memories flooded back as we sat down at our table. Maxine looked up at me with a small smile and a silent apology in her eyes. I reached out and squeezed her hand. Trence smiled warmly at her."Mommy, this was your favorite, right?" She showed me the burger the same size as her face. She used both of her hands to pick it up.She knows because when I was unpacking some of my things, she saw different pictures; one of them was of this restaurant while I was eating with Drenver. The guy she said that she talked to was Drenver, but it was not true; maybe it was just her imagination.I smiled and nodded. Her nanny took the burger and sliced it into smaller pieces so she could eat it. The table was silent as we all enjoyed our meal. My daughter's eyes lit up wit

DMCA.com Protection Status