Nexus glanced at the woman sleeping next to him. Her head was arranged to lean against his left soldier as her body was secured by the seatbelt. The driver was also made to drive steadily so as not to disturb her rest which she really needed. Even breathing became very careful for Nexus.
He had to make sure that there were no paparazzies around and the CCTV monitoring was secured by his people before he carried her from the hotel’s parking lot to her room. Because of his deliberate intervention, the people were directed to a specific area as he carried her to the elevator then to the hallway of the floor she was in until he knocked the door which was opened by Momo.
Momo gestured that Scottie was taking his late afternoon nap and Dylan was taking a rest. She was about to tuck her employer when she saw that Nexus wasn’t leaving. She was torn between staying, because she was her employer and she needed to make sure she was fine, an
Whilst the men were having their alpha confrontation, Ashley, who had just taken a nap, finally woke up under the urging of Dylan who was also woke up by Momo. The last one to wake up was Scottie but he was the earliest one to be finished.The dress was already ready by Momo and she was also responsible for the makeup and the hairstyle for tonight’s premiere for the movie Unmasked. Since Ashley was yet to take any endorsement from any clothes, much more to the luxurious brands, Momo had the freedom to choose what dress to take.Courtesy of the black card given by Jaxon to Ashley, the amount of dresses to choose from, Momo was like in a cloud nine while Ashley sat on the beauty chair.“Mommy, can I go?” This was the first time for Scottie to take the initiative to ask for something. His eyes were sparkling with anticipation as he looked up to his mother.How could she say no?
Oblivious from the brewing war in the online world, Ashley still knew of Atasha’s arrival. Since Atasha was a co-star in the movie, of course Ashley had to make a courtesy greeting. So, she looked back, met Atasha’s eyes, and smiled warmly at her.Atasha, who was about to pose for the media, met Ashley’s glaring look. She quickly ignored the smile as she was more focused on the dress color code they shared. Her smile froze.Why was she wearing the same shade of blue?! But most importantly, why was the Ashley more compatible than her who spent the entire afternoon for this event?! Atasha was screaming crazily at the back of her mind. But she immediately recovered her momentary gaffe and smiled sweetly like nothing happened.But who were these people watching them? They were the press people! They smelled gossip and gunpowder like those k-nine dogs to bombs! Nothing could escape their eagle-like eyes!
Talia rejected her doctor’s call for the nth time. As someone who had a big chance to have a heart attack any moment now, Talia chose to cut off the communication. After being rejected by Harold, after not getting through Jaxon’s phone, she chose not to stay in the hospital.Her fever did not subside. She even had some small episodes wherein she felt chest tightness which was a big no-no for someone like her who was at risk with heart attacks. Since she fell from the bottom list of the recipient for possible heart transplants that would extend her life for ten more years, Talia heard that the Elijah Consortium was utilizing its influence to find a donor for her. But she also knew why the Old Man was doing this—the Elijah Family wanted to cut ties with her.Talia did not know what magic potion Ashley gave to the Old Man or was it the works of that little bastard, but as long as the Old Man was still there of that little bast
The premiere night was in full swing.The movie started with all the lights off except the screen in front of them. The bustling cinema quickly became silent as they focused on the movie that was about to start.The entire time, Scottie was seated between Wolf and Ashley. She held her son’s hand the entire time, observing his every reaction the entire time. Ashley watched him got excited especially when she first appeared on screen. She also saw how his expressions kept on changing as the movie progressed.Scottie’s little mouth pouted when he saw his mother crying silently on screen. He showed fear when the police was about to take his mother away. And he showed unprecedented need to destroy everything around him when he watched them hurt his mother in the prison cell.Scottie knew that it was all a drama. But his young mind was influenced by his mother’s amazing acting skills and
Staggering, Ashley barged into the hospital’s morgue.Not minding the numbing cold, with her bare feet, Ashley raced to the place she loathed the most. Never in her forty years of existence did she expect that she would be coming to this place for her beloved son.Her knees wobbled and her shaky breath stopped when she saw the only body covered in a white blanket. Blood was smeared at the other end of the mantle where a head was being covered.In a blink of an eye, Ashley hovered over the table where the corpse was laid. With trembling hands, Ashley mastered the courage to confirm her doubts.After all, she just called her son a few hours ago. He told her he was fine! Her darling child assured her, even joked at her, as he whined at her to prepare the apple pie he always loved to eat in secret – their little connection in that desolate house of glory and splendor.The moment she lifted the blanket, the disfigured face of her son welcomed Ashley.A cry escaped from her raspy throat as
The evening sun shone on the villa that was located halfway up the mountain. Through the huge French windows, the sunlight shone on the face of the woman in the house. A gentle breeze blew past, causing the wind chimes to tinkle.Seemingly disturbed by the sound of the wind chimes, the woman on the bed frowned. Her eyelashes fluttered twice before she finally opened her eyes slowly, revealing a pair of glass-like eyes. However, there was a look of confusion in her gem-like orbs.Everything felt like a dream.Her eyes gleamed and she beamed upon such thought. Maybe, just maybe, what happened in that hospital was all a dream!With this in mind, Ashley dashed to the familiar door when she glanced at the mirror she just walked past through.Seemingly frozen, she looked at the mirror once more and gasped. The person in the mirror looked very disheveled… and young! Her hair was a mess and her makeup was smudged. The bright red lips were a huge shock to Ashley.“What… in the world is happen
Ashley leaned against the leather seat while the car drove at a steady speed. Her train of thought was on Scottie.At this point in her life, it was embarrassing to say, but she had never taken her son to kindergarten. Thinking about it, the remorse she was feeling continued to pile up. Indeed, loving Jaxon Elijah was poison.She could not imagine her beloved son growing up without having both of his parents’ attention just because his daddy was always busy and his mommy was always chasing his father.A pathetic smile was reflected on the window’s reflection.“Miss, we’re here.” Ashley only pulled herself out of her thoughts when the chauffeur reminded her.“Wait here.”With that, Ashley pushed open the door and got out of the car. When she left the villa, she had put on a long jacket over her skirt. However, it was still a little chilly on the evening of spring. She could not help but roll down her sleeves.The Woodhill Kindergarten was the most prestigious kindergarten in the city.
“Mommy, I’m done washing my hands.”Upon hearing the little dumpling’s voice and seeing the careful look in his eyes, Ashley smiled gently and pacified him. “Then come and eat with me, Scottie.”“Okay!” Scottie was overjoyed. His fair little hand carefully grabbed Ashley’s hand and sat beside her.“Have some meat and some vegetables.”Ashley could not remember when was the last time she had served a meal to her son’s plate. For her, she was truly an undeserving mother to Scottie. That was why, she would devote her life today avoiding her past mistakes.Scottie buried his head in his bowl, his chubby cheeks bulging like a little hamster as he ate the food Ashley had given him.Under the light, Ashley, who was helping herself with the food, looked exceedingly gentle and quiet. She had an aura that made people calm down. If not for her appearance, everyone would have thought that she was somebody else.Looking at the harmonious atmosphere between the two of them, the servants felt emotio
The premiere night was in full swing.The movie started with all the lights off except the screen in front of them. The bustling cinema quickly became silent as they focused on the movie that was about to start.The entire time, Scottie was seated between Wolf and Ashley. She held her son’s hand the entire time, observing his every reaction the entire time. Ashley watched him got excited especially when she first appeared on screen. She also saw how his expressions kept on changing as the movie progressed.Scottie’s little mouth pouted when he saw his mother crying silently on screen. He showed fear when the police was about to take his mother away. And he showed unprecedented need to destroy everything around him when he watched them hurt his mother in the prison cell.Scottie knew that it was all a drama. But his young mind was influenced by his mother’s amazing acting skills and
Talia rejected her doctor’s call for the nth time. As someone who had a big chance to have a heart attack any moment now, Talia chose to cut off the communication. After being rejected by Harold, after not getting through Jaxon’s phone, she chose not to stay in the hospital.Her fever did not subside. She even had some small episodes wherein she felt chest tightness which was a big no-no for someone like her who was at risk with heart attacks. Since she fell from the bottom list of the recipient for possible heart transplants that would extend her life for ten more years, Talia heard that the Elijah Consortium was utilizing its influence to find a donor for her. But she also knew why the Old Man was doing this—the Elijah Family wanted to cut ties with her.Talia did not know what magic potion Ashley gave to the Old Man or was it the works of that little bastard, but as long as the Old Man was still there of that little bast
Oblivious from the brewing war in the online world, Ashley still knew of Atasha’s arrival. Since Atasha was a co-star in the movie, of course Ashley had to make a courtesy greeting. So, she looked back, met Atasha’s eyes, and smiled warmly at her.Atasha, who was about to pose for the media, met Ashley’s glaring look. She quickly ignored the smile as she was more focused on the dress color code they shared. Her smile froze.Why was she wearing the same shade of blue?! But most importantly, why was the Ashley more compatible than her who spent the entire afternoon for this event?! Atasha was screaming crazily at the back of her mind. But she immediately recovered her momentary gaffe and smiled sweetly like nothing happened.But who were these people watching them? They were the press people! They smelled gossip and gunpowder like those k-nine dogs to bombs! Nothing could escape their eagle-like eyes!
Whilst the men were having their alpha confrontation, Ashley, who had just taken a nap, finally woke up under the urging of Dylan who was also woke up by Momo. The last one to wake up was Scottie but he was the earliest one to be finished.The dress was already ready by Momo and she was also responsible for the makeup and the hairstyle for tonight’s premiere for the movie Unmasked. Since Ashley was yet to take any endorsement from any clothes, much more to the luxurious brands, Momo had the freedom to choose what dress to take.Courtesy of the black card given by Jaxon to Ashley, the amount of dresses to choose from, Momo was like in a cloud nine while Ashley sat on the beauty chair.“Mommy, can I go?” This was the first time for Scottie to take the initiative to ask for something. His eyes were sparkling with anticipation as he looked up to his mother.How could she say no?
Nexus glanced at the woman sleeping next to him. Her head was arranged to lean against his left soldier as her body was secured by the seatbelt. The driver was also made to drive steadily so as not to disturb her rest which she really needed. Even breathing became very careful for Nexus.He had to make sure that there were no paparazzies around and the CCTV monitoring was secured by his people before he carried her from the hotel’s parking lot to her room. Because of his deliberate intervention, the people were directed to a specific area as he carried her to the elevator then to the hallway of the floor she was in until he knocked the door which was opened by Momo.Momo gestured that Scottie was taking his late afternoon nap and Dylan was taking a rest. She was about to tuck her employer when she saw that Nexus wasn’t leaving. She was torn between staying, because she was her employer and she needed to make sure she was fine, an
Ashley thankfully did not forget to bring her cap and face mask which were inside her bag when she cowardly left the room. She was ashamed of herself, thinking that she thought she was done will all of those shit but she was really not.After everything that happened today, Ashley wanted to have a time with herself only. So, she took a taxi driver drive around as I paid double the hourly rate. He was glad to do so and wisely kept silent. He might have a lot of experiences with passengers like her who really looked blank, lost, and lonely.After three turns around the city, Ashley could not count how many times she had passed by the alleys. When they drove past a bridge that overlooked the entire rive that connected the city which seemed to be divided into two, Ashley asked the driver to stop.The driver looked at her through the mirror and she felt warmth after seeing the concern in his eyes. Ashley knew what he was afra
Ashley did not react much to Jaxon Elijah’s dismay. Instead, she stood up and took her bag. Opening it calmly right before Jaxon’s eyes, her every more was very graceful and unhurried as of he did not step on a landmine with what he just said.Even Jaxon was doubtful until…Ashley pulled out a gun from her bag, aimed it to Jaxon, and undid the safety pin. And Ashley did it in one fluid series of movements without any hysterics.She was so damn calm that it was unnerving.Jaxon Elijah once served the military. He knew a killer’s eyes when saw one. And right now, his nominal wife was pointing the gun at him. He did not move. Not because he was afraid but because he did not see her as a threat at all.His service in the military was not for a show after all.The air was so brittle that it could break at any moment. It would only one guns
Not minding the sharp gaze pinned on her for a split second, Ashley merely smiled sweetly at him before she looked away and said ‘next’, waiting for the next question to be thrown at her. According to the number of questions allocated per cast member, this should be the last reporter that would ask her.Although the entire hall was in a buzzed after seeing ‘the’ Jaxon Elijah standing among them, the press conference must go on. Trying hard to look away from the man, who merely stood with his hands inside his coat’s pockets, the press people could not help but marvel at the air of nobility and dominance leaking from him even when he did basically nothing—this was the man in-charged of the biggest company in the country!Such an existence was the husband of the woman who was dubbed as the artist with most scandals! The press people who were done asking Ashley could not help but looked at her with fiery eyes.
The first road show would be opened by a press conference. As one of the main characters of the movie, Ashley was arranged to be seated next to Chowen in which he was being sandwiched by Ashley and Atasha.To Ashley’s left was Director Sloan in which Atasha made a fuss about in the last minute. Before the press people arrived, she was giving Ashley the side eye. After all, being seated next to the director was enough to draw attention to anyone.Ashley never cared for Astasha’s stinky face. On the other hand, Chowen, who was being seated in between the two women, was doing his best to ease the tension.For Ashley, this tension was non-existent. She was minding her business the entire time. Director Sloan, who arrived late, did not sit next to Atasha since Ashley’s seat was closer to him. But who was Atasha? She just loved to compare.As time neared the time for the press con, the pr