The apartment was dimly lit, with a heavy atmosphere hanging in the air. Annette sits on the couch, her face etched with worry, staring at her phone. Her heart couldn't take the distress in Cassie's voice as she ended the call. Her work was long forgotten as Hudson entered the room."Miss Zachary, Miss Zachary, Miss Zachary," Hudson called out but got no response from Annette as she was lost. I thought, "Annette!" Hudson yelled, and Annette immediately turned to face him, her confusion evident in her eyes."Yes?" She answered, giving him her full attention"I have been calling you for the past few minutes. Where is your head at?" Hudson asked, his angry gaze focused on Annette."It's nothing. What's the issue?" Hudson asked."It's nothing. Please just let it go," Annette said as she turned to glare at him. Fighting with her would get him nowhere, so he decided on a more softer approach."I'm not going to stop asking until you tell me what is wrong," Hudson said as he focused his gaze
Annette couldn't help but be nervous about her date with Hudson. Yes, he was an asshole but he had his good moments, which made it hard for her to get him out of her heart. Someday, he is a gentleman, and on other days, he acts like the devil's incarnate, which pissed her off. Why can't he be kind all the time? Why must he always act like a dick with no manners? Like the last time he said she must have slept with the Armando brothers to get the job, that should have made her run in the opposite direction but she didn't, instead she still stayed with him. Jane said she had bad taste in men, but that wasn't the case today. Tonight, they were going to have dinner to take her mind off things, but she hoped it would end well because she had a gut feeling that something might go wrong tonight.As Annette got ready for the evening, her phone chimed with a message from Hudson."Looking forward to tonight, Annette. I promise it will be a night you will never forget, " he said, causing a smile
As soon as Annette left the restaurant she felt her anger rise as her thoughts went back to the terrible dinner and the way Hudson was blatantly flirting with that waitress Lily in front of her, yes they weren't dating but at least he should have some respect. The fact that he was only with her for his pleasure is understandable. She knew what she was getting into, but to think he would actually flirt with someone else in front of her was just appalling.As she stumbled along the hallway, the effects of the cocktails she'd drank were making her steps wobbly and her vision hazy. The cool night air jolted her, bringing a brief moment of clarity to her intoxicated state. At that moment, she realized she had to make her way back to her room, but the hotel's layout felt like a confusing maze in her current condition.She began to wander aimlessly through the corridors, her confusion growing with each turn she took. The muted buzz of conversation and laughter from the hotel's other patrons
Hudson had been searching for Annette, after she left the restaurant angrily, because he was flirting with the waitress. Hudsom found it absurd, because, she had no right to be jealous about something like that, afterall, according to their deal, she was only his mistress. Maybe he would need to read the contract to her again in case she had forgotten he didn't belong to her, instead, it was the other way around; she belonged to him. It was high time she got that straight in that thick skull of hers.After searching the hotel for her for minutes, he was on the verge of giving up when he finally found her in the reception hall, with Samuel(one of the Armando brothers standing protectively by her side). Anger immediately surged within Hudson as he saw them together. "What the fuck is she doing with that asshole?" Hudson uttered to himself as he approached them."Annette!" He called out. His voice was a mix of annoyance and fury.Annette turned to face him, her eyes wide with surprise.
Hudson was left standing in the hallway alone, his anger blazing like a raging fire as he watched the direction Annette and Samuel had disappeared through."Who do they think they are to make a fool of me?" He fumed at the audacity of Annette for using her getting attacked as a lie, because, he caught her red handed with another man.But then a commotion at the corner of the room, some men were being dragged away by the security guards, and it looked quite serious."The bitch was asking for it, what did we do so wrong? It's not like we hurt her, so why are you making a big deal out of nothing?" One of the men said as he struggled against the security guards hold. "Stop resisting or and leave the hotel, you should be glad the young master is only banning you from the hotel, if the victim wanted to press charges against you, you will be locked up right now." One of the security guards said as he pushed the man forward, "But she has a good heart, unlike a trash like you!""Let us go. Do
Hudson, feeling a mix of regret and frustration, couldn't shake the image of Annette's tear-filled eyes and the stinging slap she had given him that echoed in his memory. He knew he had crossed the line with his hurtful words, and he thought of ways to apologize to her again so their contract would keep on going; not because he loved her, but because he couldn't allow Samuel or another man to have her, since he he had a deal with her.So, he couldn't sleep the night as he waited by the door of his hotel room listening to see if she had come back or not. He waited and waited until he heard the familiar voices of Annette and Samuel speaking through the door.There was no way he could go out now because he couldn't talk to Annette and ask for her forgiveness with Samuel there, so he still waited for him to leave."Are you going to be okay?" Hudson heard Samuel ask through the door of his room."Yeah, I guess it's not like I have a choice in the matter," Annette answered, with a sigh."He
Sometime around 9pm……During working hours, Annette did her best to avoid Hudson because if she talked to him after their argument yesterday, she would probably punch him in the face which would probably cost her job. She chose to avoid him till they had to meet at dinner tonight. Since he made it quite clear that she will be nothing more than a toy to him, she accepted her fate and at least when he gets tired of her, they can break the contract and they will go their separate ways even though her dignity and pride would be broken. "And that concludes today's meeting" Marcus Armando said as the employees began to file out of the room"Annette—" Hudson tried to gain her attention because he knew she was avoiding him but she was out of the room before he could even finish his sentence.******Later that day, Annette was already dressed waiting for Hudson to arrive. When she heard a knock on the door, she went to answer it, and there, was Hudson waiting outside with a smile. "Hello An
As she stepped into her room, her tears descended down her face, showing how deeply hurt and broken she felt inside."Why did I let myself fall for someone like Hudson McKenney?" She whispered to herself, her voice laced with disappointment and regret.Annette's heart was heavy with disappointment, the weight of the realization crushing her heart. With tears clouding her vision, she whispered softly, her voice a little shaky, "I won't say I didn't see this coming, but the fact that I knew he was a playboy doesn't make my heart hurt less." Annette carried herself across the room to her bed, after locking the door behind her. She sunk onto her bed, enveloped by the comforter, seeking some form of comfort in its familiar embrace. As memories of Hudson's captivating smile and irresistible presence flooded her mind, mixed with the pain he has caused her since she signed that ill-fated contract, tears streamed down her eyes.After a few minutes of crying, Annette wiped away her tears. Wit
A few weeks later…3:00 pm, Hudson's Empire. Snowflakes gently fell outside, casting a magical glow. Inside, the conference room buzzed with staff from various departments, including George, all gathered for the final meeting before the Christmas break. Hudson, looking dashing in his navy blue suit, sat at the head, summarizing key points.Hudson, dashing in navy blue, summarized key points. "Marketing, lead the holiday campaign. Sales, focus on quarterly targets. HR, ensure seamless communication.""Excellent work, everyone. Enjoy your holidays." Hudson said, flashing a smile as the meeting came to a close.The room gradually emptied, with festive greetings.Mr Terence’s secretary, Mariah approached Hudson with quarterly reports. "Sir, the reports.""Take them to my office," Hudson replied.Entering the CEO's office, she was surprised to see Annette, elegant in black coat and red dress, sitting on a couch, her attention glued to her phone.“Annette?!” she whispered in shock, “Wha
Her eyes fluttered open, the morning light filtering through the curtains. She was lying in Hudson’s arms, her body still tingling from the previous night's passion. She could recall every damn detail of it. Hudson had fucked her with an animalistic ferocity that left her breathless and her body trembling with aftershocks. She had lost all control, screaming his name as he pounded into her, mercilessly. She’d begged him for more, and begged for him to stop ; all at the same time. Her fingers dug into his back as she rode the wave of pleasure. He’d driven her to the edge of sanity, her body writhing beneath him as he licked and sucked her swollen clit, his tongue flicking against her sensitive flesh. She had thrown back her head, crying out his name as her world exploded into a million shards of pleasure, over and over, each round more intense than the last. As memories of their passionate night lingered, Annette's body responded eagerly, longing for Hudson's touch again. But reality
As they walked into Hudson's seating room, he swept her into his arms, cradling her against his chest. She giggled, feeling the effects of the wine. "Are you sure, Annette?" Hudson asked, his voice low and husky. "We can stop anytime you want. Just say the word." Annette shook her head, her eyes locked on his. "I'm sure. I want this." He grinned as he dropped her purse and phone on the nearest couch. Then, continued with her in his arms, across the seating room, up the stairs, to his room.As he entered, he slammed the door shut behind them with a deliberate click. The sound echoed through the empty hallway, reminding them that they were alone. Once in his room, he flipped on the light, and she squinted her eyes, adjusting to the warm glow. At the sight of Hudson's king-sized bed, Annette's anticipation grew. She whimpered softly in his arms, her body pressing against his. Then, he gently dropped her onto the bed, and she bounced, her breasts jiggling enticingly. "Beautiful. Very
Four days had passed since Hudson's departure, each one feeling like a lifetime to Annette. She had grown attached to his daily calls and texts, but nothing replaced the warmth of his physical presence.As she immersed herself in her favorite novel, the words blurred together on the page. With a soft smile on her face, her mind wandered, replaying their last conversation. Hudson had promised to return soon, but soon couldn't come fast enough.Jane, having accepted Annette's relationship with Hudson, redirected her energy toward her own life. With Sam's assistance, she landed a lucrative new job, tripling her previous salary from Hudson's empire. The demanding role kept her busy, providing a welcome distraction from her lingering concerns about Hudson's true motives.Just as Annette was about to give up on her book, her phone buzzed. Hudson's name flashed on the screen."Hey, beautiful. Just landed. Can't wait to see you."Annette's heart skipped a beat. She had missed him terribly."I
"You're safe with me, Annette. Always.” Hudson's gaze held hers, his fingers intertwining with hers. The gentle touch and reassuring words melted Annette's defenses and she felt her trust growing.They finished dinner and Hudson's thoughts drifted to their complicated history. He longed to confess his past mistakes, but feared losing her again.Annette's gaze met his, her eyes searching. "You look bothered, is everything alright?”"Yeah I'm good. I'm right here with you.” Hudson replied.Annette's eyes lingered on his, with a look of concern.The server arrived with the check, causing a distraction. Hudson settled the bill, his movements efficient."Ready to head home?" “Yeah,” Annette nodded, gathering her purse.In the car, Hudson's thoughts drifted back to his past mistakes, he was really afraid that he would lose Annette if she ever regained her memory. The woman hated her because of the things he did to her.As he pulled up to her home, the evening shadows casting a warm glow,
Hudson's visits became a regular affair, and Annette found herself looking forward to his charming smile and effortless humor. He'd bring small gifts, like her favorite flowers or books, and listen intently as she shared stories about her day. Jane, however, remained unconvinced. Her eyes narrowed whenever Hudson drew near Annette, his laughter a little too loud, his gestures a tad too familiar. Annette sensed Jane's unease but couldn't quite put her finger on the reason. One afternoon, as Hudson lingered by the doorway, preparing to leave, he turned to Annette and asked, "Would you like to grab dinner with me this weekend? Maybe we could try that new Italian place?" Annette's heart skipped a beat. No one had asked her out in ages. "I'd love to," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper. Jane's gaze sliced through the air, her expression a mixture of warning and concern. Annette avoided her friend's eyes, unsure how to explain the flutter in her chest. Hudson beamed, oblivi
Cassie, Miley, Judy, and Liam walked into Annette's hospital room, carrying bags filled with fruits, snacks, and get-well notes. Annette lay in bed, looking frail but peaceful.“Hi,” Annette said softly, not recognizing them."Hey, sis," Cassie answered, smiling down at her.Annette didn't flinch at the term she used, her expression calm. She was getting used to being called that since her recovery, although she couldn't recall anything.Cassie gestured to her friends, “Annette, these are my friends, Miley, Judy and Liam.”“We've heard so much about you.” Judy said with a warm smile.Miley stepped forward, holding out a bouquet of flowers. "We brought these to cheer you up."Annette's eyes lit up. "They're beautiful. Thank you.""We baked these ourselves.” Judy offered a plate of cookies and cakes. Annette took a cookie, her eyes locked on Judy's warm smile. "That's so sweet of you.""We're all rooting for you." Liam handed her a get-well card, signed by the four of them. Annette's
Monday morning dawned, casting a warm glow over the hospital. Jane arrived, her eyes red from lack of sleep. She had been absent from work, preoccupied with Annette's condition. Tomorrow, she planned to submit her resignation letter through George, eager to escape Hudson's toxic space. But her conversation with Sam over the weekend had brought new hope. He promised to help her find a better job, leveraging his connections. Jane felt empowered, grateful for Sam's kindness. Sam, still in the country, refused to leave until Annette recovered. He had spent the weekend bonding with Annette's loved ones – Cassie, Jane, and George. They mattered to her, and he treated them with warmth and respect. This morning, they gathered around Annette's bed, their faces engraved with concern. Cassie sat beside her sister, dressed in her school uniforms, holding her sister by the hand. "Hey, sis," Cassie whispered, her voice trembling. "I'll be back after school, okay?" George and Jane sat in silence
Sam turned, his eyes locking onto Hudson's, a smirk spreading across his face. "Well, well, well. Look what we have here," he said, his Greek accent dripping with sarcasm.Hudson's anger boiled over. "What are you doing here, Sam?" he spat.Sam's smile grew. "Annette, of course. I heard she's in the hospital."Hudson's fists clenched. "Who told you?"Sam shrugged. "Doesn't matter. What matters is she's hurt, and you're responsible."Hudson's face twisted in rage. "You have no right to interfere!"Sam stepped closer, his eyes flashing. "I have every right. I love her, Hudson. Truly love her. Not like you, who only loves himself."The two men stood nose to nose, their anger growing."You're just here to gloat, aren't you?" Hudson snarled.Sam's expression turned cold. "No, Hudson. I'm here to ensure Annette receives the care she deserves. Something you've never provided."Hudson's face reddened. "You know nothing about us!"Sam's voice dropped to a whisper. "I know enough. I know you ex