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HabbabThe Erdoğan threw the house out the window, for today's celebration, I can tell even without having entered the mansion. Lights are flashing from inside and the doors are open for guests, like Irem's maternal family. I'm supposed to come to ask for Irem's hand, or at least that's what they think, but they couldn't be more wrong. I'm not coming for that woman. Melek is the woman I want... No, the one we need as part of our revenge plan. She is the daughter of Hazar, the murderer of my parents. I'm going to take Melek's virtue and return her to her father with a bow on her head."We can't go in there" Enise speaks next to me, as we get out of the car, I roll my eyes at her nonsense talking. "Habbab, please don't do this to me, you're married to me."I turn to face her, and with a fake smile on my face, I grab her arm and pull her close to me so no one can hear what we are talking about."That's enough, Enise, you'd better shut up, or go back to the hotel. You know why we're doing
"Yes, Mr. Habbab, you may marry my daughter." The smile that bursts from my lips, though I don't want to admit it, is genuine. Melek looks at me through his tresses with some apprehension. "We need to perform the engagement ceremony, Senay, take our daughter, put her in a better dress, fix her up for the ceremony and we will meet in the living room.""Yes, husband, I will"My bride-to-be is led by her mother to her room where she is taken care of, while the rest of us return to the living room. This time Enise sits next to me, the rest of the room is silent."Well, our engagement wasn't that dramatic." She whispers in hatred to me."Shut up, Enise, I swear if you say anything you're going to end up worse than Melek."She gives me an angry look but remains silent. Between her and the machinations of the Erdoğan family, I feel like I can't even breathe. My greatest wish is to end this revenge plan of my grandmother's and to have a free life, to have the weight of my responsibilities sto
Chapter 6HabbabThe plan has been set in motion, just as it was supposed to happen. I look at the ring on my finger, I just get engaged to a beautiful woman, who does not deserve all the horror she will experience in the days to come. We have chosen a date for the wedding; it will take place precisely a year and a half from now. Çakir Erdoğan is known throughout the city as the king of the money, he will spare no expense and as I am the one who will be putting up all the money for the ceremony, I am sure he wants to empty my chambers to take revenge on me, for having preferred Melek over Irem.In fact, since the engagement I have seen very little of him, those who continue to give face me regarding business, are his sons. Every time I meet Hazar, I have to do my best not to strangle him with my own hands... I never imagined that I would have to smile, pretend and be condescend to the murderer of my parents. What bothers me most about watching him, is how he pretends to be the good gu
I turn away so I can't see her face, and I start to get angry. Stupid traitors, if it weren't for them this wouldn’t been happened. Enise is an envious harpy, I will never be able to see her the way she wants me to, on papers we are husband and wife, but in real life we never were, nor will we ever be anything, nor do I want to be. "Enise's whole problem is that she can't stand to see me marrying Melek, but I swear grandma, I don’t feel anything for that girl." I listen as her footsteps approach where I am, I feel her warm hand on my shoulder, though I dare not turn around, I don't want her to see something that I’m trying to deny myself. "Don't blame your cousin, nor Erdem for my visit." My grandmother has always had the power to read my thoughts, it is something that continues to amaze me despite the years. "It was necessary, I had to come. I have to deliver something important to you, something that kept me standing, gave me strength, and even protected me, all these years." Gen
Derya ArslanAfter closing the door to Habbab's office, I dry my tears indifferently. I smile, I still have him wrapped around my fingers. That damn boy brat is not going to ruin my plans, I have waited for over forty years for the Erdoğan family to finally pay for the sins of their father. Çakir Erdoğan.I walk away from my grandson’s office and take the car home. But first I pass in front of Çakir's house... As I see the mansion to my mind come hundreds of memories full of pain and bitterness, but I also have happy ones, when both of us were just kids. I can hear the laughter of both of us, and the screams I gave the last day I was by his side.I tell my driver to start while I swear to myself that I will see Çakir Erdoğan kneel and ask for my forgiveness. After an hour's drive, I finally enter my home, where I find a hysterical Enise, crying on the floor of the main courtyard."What the hell are you doing child?" I ask her, annoyed."Grandma." She stands up and runs to my skirt, I
Chapter 7 Habbab Before I close the last button of my shirt, my eyes get caught by the glow of my mother's ring hanging from my throat, resting on my chest, so close to my heart and yet so far away. I miss my mother, every day that passes, I imagine growing up by her side, being in a happy family, without tragedy and pain broke our souls. I wonder what would become of my life right now if my mother were still alive, maybe I wouldn't be about to hurt a woman who doesn't deserve it. I’m about to break her too. “I hope someday you can forgive me, Melek.” I pray to nothingness because I seriously don't want to hurt that little girl who hopes to find a hero in me. She longs for someone to love her, and save her from the family hell she lives in, very soon she will realize that it's not me and that will end up crushing her heart. The faint glow of my mother's ring reminds me that I can't feel sorry for that girl, no one did for my mother, it's time for me to take revenge and end it all.
Chapter 7 / Part TwoMelek looks beautiful, with her hair down and that smile loaded with tenderness and innocence, as she looks at some of the store windows. I would be willing to give her everything she asks for, everything and more if by any chance she asked me for the whole store I would be willing to give it to her.The moment I cross the glass doors, one of the saleswomen approaches me and asks me how she can help me, I answer her that I am looking for my fiancée and then Melek looks for me with her eyes, giving me a gesture of total happiness when our eyes meet."Habbab, you came." She runs into my arms and settles in between them, as she squeezes me with all her strength. The smell of peaches that her hair releases, wafts into my nostrils and takes me to another world, I would like to spend the rest of my life surrounded by that sweet scent."I told you I would, I couldn't miss this moment, buy you a jewel, as tradition dictates.""Of course, the good Habbab would never miss a
Chapter 7 / Part Three Cakir wrinkles his face but says nothing in front of me, I have seen them argue many times before and I am sure he does not want to make it a habit, there is a lot of money between the two of us and we both know it. Hazar leaves to look for his daughter, Cakir apologizes and leaves, but not before inviting me to go to one of the living rooms, to wait for my girl. Twenty minutes go by when finally, my eyes meet Melek's. "I hear you want to take me on a date, are you serious?" she asks with excitement shining in her eyes. "Yes, it's completely true, shall we go? They're waiting for us." She turns to look at her father expectantly, waiting for the go-ahead. "Go quietly, my daughter, it's me who is giving you the permission to go, don't worry about anything." "Thank you, Father." She gives him a huge hug and then turns to me, I hold out my hand and she accepts it, I think it's the first time we hold hands, after the commitment ceremony. "Have fun," Hazar says
LeaI watch as my husband's betas change, ready to attack me, I'm not going to let them, I need to rescue Enzo and bring him back. Bear also changes and does his best to get between me and the wolves, but there are too many of them and even though he is a huge bear, even bigger than them, he won't be able to take them down."Shit Osiris, I can't stop the spell." I tell him mentally, still chanting"Lea, you have to, this is unnatural, you're endangering the balance of nature. Stop it now.""Screw you, I'm not going to let Enzo die.""Lea, Enzo is already dead..."An indescribable fury grows inside me. No, I won't accept it, that my Enzo is dead, I won't allow it. Osiris is a coward who probably only wants the alpha's position. I am angry with him and with all those who came to support him, none of them want Enzo, otherwise they would be happy, they would support me and they would understand that I and also the pack need their alpha back.Without stopping reciting the spell, I create a
Chapter 4DaphneI should have asked Kate to take out the trash.Then she could have dealt with this strange guy who claims to be my partner. I mean, come on. A partner? It sounds so primal and barbaric. Like I have no say in the matter.Although, if I'm being honest, it doesn't sound too bad… I keep feeling this strange attraction to him. The feeling of being drawn to him when I first saw him lying injured in the dumpster is even stronger now. It's taking hold of me.“What did you say your name was?” I ask as I look at him differently.“I didn't say it. My name is Armel, but people close to me call me Army.“I can't imagine why you get that.” He actually laughed at that.“And you?” “I'm Daphne.” I say in a shy voice.“Daphne.” He whispers as she looks at me with those deep blue eyes. I feel my cheeks blush under the intensity of them.“So, then I'm going to call you Army.” I told him, “I like it, it sounds like danger, and not that I like danger, but I l don’t know... Army is origi
Chapter 3ArmelA loud moan comes out of me as I close my eyes and let the hot water wash over my face.This has to end.It's a never-ending hell. Destroying one city after another. Tearing my body apart. Bringing danger wherever I go.I don't even know where I am now.I turn my head and force my eyes open. A pink towel. More beauty products than I can count piled around the small sink. A small pair of bunny-shaped slippers by the door.The memory comes back, but it's foggy and full of holes. I remember climbing into the dumpster and passing out. Then, the bright light as someone opened the door. Stumbling up the steps. A smell that was like fire in my lungs. I had lost a lot of blood and was very weak. I didn't know what was happening.“Fuck.” I wince as I pick up the soap with my wounded arm, and a bolt of pain flashes through me. I'm going to kill that fucking Frenchman with his own sword.No. He's just doing his job. He's doing what's right. He's doing what you're too cowardly to
Chapter 2Daphne“Stop eating the fries!” Pete shouts as he tries to hit my hand with his greasy spatula. I'm too fast for the grumpy chef.“Last one.” I say with a wide grin as I shove the hot french fry in my mouth. “I promise.” We both know, it won't be the last.This failing restaurant doesn't do a lot of things right, but even I have to admit they know how to make crispy, delicious fries.“Yeah, Sure.” Pete grumbles as he walks over to the grill. I snatch another one from his as he turns his back to me.Kathy laughs. “Do you have a death wish or something?” “It's worth the risk.” I say with a groan as I swallow the delicious fry. “It's one of the perks of working at the best restaurant in Timberville.”“It's only a restaurant.” She says as she cleans up the plastic menus, “Why did you move back here?” I sigh as I pick up the coffee pot. “I wonder every day.”She laughs as I make my way to the table area, smiling at all the regulars as I refill their coffee cup after cup.There
Chapter OneArmel “Timberville, Montana!” shouts the driver as the commercial truck comes to a stop.I sigh as I look at the old, worn sign with the town's name barely visible behind the peeling paint and faded old graffiti.Is this town going to be safe?I nod as I realize that no town is safe for me. Not when the greatest danger lurks inside my body. With a heavy breath, I rise from the large bags of rice I've slept on all night and jump off the back cabin of the truck. I jumped in the past night without the guy to notice.My grizzly bear growls inside me as I head into the forest.“Hey!” the drivers yells, “Get away from my truck! Damn hobo.”I don't turn around. For his protection, I lower my head and hurry to the colorful tree line. It's a beautiful fall day, but this is no time to admire the autumn leaves.My bear growls inside. He paces angrily. I know what's coming and I want no part of it. I'm sure the good people of Timberville, Montana, don't either.“Keep your cool.” I wh
I call my men and ask them to prepare a special dinner. It will take place in five nights, right on the anniversary of Melek and Habbab's wedding. This will be an unforgettable occasion, not only to celebrate that union, which was a complete farce, but also to reveal the last secrets that have been hidden for too long. My heart beats with excitement as I meticulously plan every detail. This dinner will be more than just a gathering; it will be a feast of truth, where everyone will learn the complete story of Derya Arslan and Çakir Erdoğan. I will tell everyone why Derya decided to seek revenge and ruin the lives of the Erdoğan family. The truth will come to light, and everyone will know that her intentions were entirely personal; she never thought about the well-being of her family. Derya's revenge has left a trail of pain and destruction, and it's time for everyone to know. I can't allow her to continue manipulating others and escaping the consequences of her actions. Melek, Habbab
Chapter 52Derya ArslanI'm pacing around my room, eagerly waiting for news from Habbab and Ahmet. I feel helpless and very angry because my revenge plan didn't unfold as I wished. Everything has been ruined by that Melek, because Habbab fell in love with her. Now, I find myself a prisoner of my own grandson, Habbab, and I must hide from my other grandson, Ahmet, who wants to see me dead.The courage and determination that drove me to devise my revenge plan seem to fade in the face of this complicated situation I'm in now. I wonder how everything could have gone wrong, how Melek could have touched Habbab's heart and changed everything.It's hard to accept that my grandson, whom I raised and taught to be strong, is protecting the very person who ruined my plans. The daughter of our enemy. I should have known better; planning the fake marriage between Habbab and Melek wasn't the best decision I made. I should have come up with another plan to hurt Hazar and Çakir.It was also not a good
I watch as Senay, Hazar, and Melek walk towards the house, leaving the beautiful garden behind them. In that moment, something wonderful happens. Gul, Melek's sweet little 9-year-old sister, comes running out of the house. Her eyes sparkle with excitement, and she jumps onto Melek, hugging her tightly. "I knew it! I knew in my heart that you'd come back!" Gul exclaims with a radiant smile.Melek looks at her affectionately and asks, "Did you really know, Gul?"The little girl nods excitedly, "Yes, everyone said you were gone, but I knew it was a lie. I always knew my sister was still alive.""It's true, Melek. Gul always refused to believe you were gone," says Senay, smiling at her two daughters. "I should have believed her, to know that she had a feeling you were okay.""Mom, don't worry, I'm here now." Melek responds and then embraces her little sister tenderly, "Thank you, Gul. I love you so much, and I promise I won't leave you again."Gul smiles widely and then notices my presenc
Chapter 51HabbabWe arrived at the village of Hazar, a peaceful place far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Melek comments with a smile softened by relief, "I'm glad that my fake death was the reason you finally moved out of Çakir's house, Dad. Now we can all be together here."Hazar sighs and looks at me with gratitude. "Yes, Melek, I deeply regret not having taken you out of Çakir's clutches earlier. I thought he would change at some point, that he would love you as his own granddaughter, but I was wrong. Forgive me for not doing it faster."Melek gently squeezes her father's hand. "I don't want to dwell on the past anymore, Dad. We are together now, and that's what matters. Let's make this place our home and build a future together."Hazar smiles affectionately and nods. "You're right, my dear. I am very happy to have you back in my life, and I promise to protect and care for you always. Nothing and no one will separate us again."Taking her hand, Hazar leads Melek towa