Leonard's PovI exit the building with Andrew and walk to the parking lot. At first, he insisted on bringing the car to me but I wanted to walk a little, get Veronica out of my head, and stop my pulse from beating so much. Although I tried to look calm and controlling in front of her, my insides were at war with each other. Her touch was becoming a drug to me and I was afraid of getting addicted to it. Whenever I touch her my heart instantly elevates and I find myself breathing harder than ever. This never happened to me before even though my share of women in this lifetime let's say is more or less equal to a ballpark.Nobody made me this nervous before, even during the time in the shower only God knows how I tried to control my little buddy against her body, but with every touch, I find myself craving more of her. Licking her neck, biting her ear, kissing her cheeks are all pathetic affectionate things that a boring couple that fears sex does. I'm not that, I never kissed someone
Veronica's POVI take a deep breath and roll on the other side of the bed opening my arms, " ohh this feels great" I rub the unfamiliar yet familiar sheets and nuzzle closer to the pillow, Why is this sheet so soft? Did Lexi get a new sheet for my room? I wonder and caress the sheets with my fingers,I stay like that for a good ten minutes before the smell of freshly cooked pancakes hits me, I lazily get up and scratch my head with a big yawn "Lexi is that you?" I slip my feet on the ground looking for slippers but they were not there. I groggily brushed my eyes with my palm and look around " something feels odd" I narrow my eyes trying my best to look through the brightly lit curtains, "Lexi, did you get me new curtains or something?" I yell but nobody replied, what is this eerie feeling I'm getting. I pause and take a moment to look around this room "this is my room?" I questioned looking at the black frame in front of me, "holy crap" slowly and slowly my sleeping state was bidd
*Last night after Leonard put Veronica into bed*Leonard's POVI was panicking when I realized the shit I did just now. I hold my beer can like a fucking cigarette ready to burn out any second and walk up to the balcony behind the glass, Taking a drink from the can, I silently enjoy the serene glaze of New York City at night, which, fortunately, helped me with my thoughts. I stopped thinking for a second and collect my thoughts before jumping to conclusions, whatever made me kiss her was all just my reflex; like normally people do in situations like this. Tucking your kid in and giving him a good night kiss is what you do when you put someone on the bed. Don't blame me, the bed is responsible for all affectionate actions, think about it. You become physical the moment you hit your bed like kissing and other non-kissing stuff.Why the hell am I convincing myself? It's alright if I kissed her forehead big deal, it's not like I took advantage of her sleepy state.Still my weird inner
Leonard's PovAfter asking the most regrettable question from her, I'm on my way to the office. Today we have an important meeting discussing the launch of our own publishing company. If everything sets right with the budget and the five-year plan of investments then this publishing company would be a huge source of profit to the company.I just need to get the results from today's meeting then fly to Rome as soon as possible. I'm wasting a lot of my time here. Andrew texted me twice last night saying they found the Viking's main headquarters and both the mole is in their hold so if everything goes right then I can fly out tomorrow. But there is one thing that is bugging me, I don't want to leave Veronica here. I may be gone for a month and in that time I'll lose my sense if I don't see her with me.I'm getting addicted to her presence so a month without her is torture to me, physically and mentally. I can't leave her here. I need to think of a way to bring her along with me.After
Leonard's PovThe meeting was over and now as I'm walking to my office, I couldn't help but notice the unusual behavior of the employees.They were not only whispering and gossiping but after seeing me they immediately went silent. The expression they wore looked like I caught them doing something they should be guilty of. I roam my eyes around the room to notice more weird behaviors when the bucket of my curiosity overflowed and I stopped in front of an employee, giving her my best death glare as I proceed to ask what seemed so funny and worth discussing in the middle of the work."Care to explain what is so amusing?" I pull my lips from the corner and maintain my stare at her,"Nnoo...nnothh...uhh nothhingg sir" she nervously replied while keeping her face down and crossing her hand like an X in the front with few files in her hand,I nod my head and made my way inside the office pressing the bell for my assistance. After two buzzes she enters the room and formally stands in front
Leonard's PovI went inside the newsroom looking for that idiot when the background noise of a news report froze me. Mr. Jones was the head of the Times-News channel and my close friend, I wanted to ask him about his meeting with Nicole when I heard few crewmen saying Veronica's name. I look around the room and saw him personally hosting the news which was strange cause he only covers important exclusive news reports. I walked forward and few workers recognized me as they scooted over to the side giving me space to walk."Now bringing you to the night of truth, the horror that surrounded Veronica Matthews has come into the light. Taking an exclusive look at the interview which she had to stop in the middle because of a surprising revelation that shocked the entire industry. Let's take a view to the recently covered interview of Miss Matthews"I didn't understand any of the things he said just now, what interview? and what truth? I turn my head to the screen that played a video clip
Veronica's POVIt took me one hour to drive from this part of the city to his place, Ed lives in a scheduled private area in the city and Leonard lives right in the center,So, driving from there was not only a stupid idea but this drive was one of my intense moments in life. I not only manipulated my thoughts into agreeing to go to Leonards, but I also did a lot of convincing on my way to his place, As a matter of fact, I still don't know why I told him to wait for me, seeing how the day has absolutely exhausted me, I should be resting but here I am almost three minutes to his place. I didn't even tell the guys that I'm leaving, I just got inside my car and took off. They may not even notice that I'm gone, with all the drinks they were having while I was on the call they pretty much have been blacked out by now,I should have stayed there, I mean they got into the trouble of driving to the studio and picking me up but as much as I wanted to stay, I couldn't.I had a lingering feeli
Leonard's povAfter last night, it's easy to say that I'm officially tired. Not only did Veronica hug me the entire night, she even fell asleep in my arms. I had to stay like that in the living room while she was sleeping in my arms. Even my slightest movement of picking her up or adjusting my position was waking her, so I didn't have any option except stay like that with her. Not that I'm complaining, the sound of her breathing and her face resting so closely near my heart was already enough for the pain my back will face tomorrow. I even found myself drifting off sooner than expected, it wasn't until six in the morning that I felt the sunlight on my face that woke me up. I looked down to see her still sleeping. I tried to pick her up and move her to the bedroom when she slowly shifted and cup my waist with her hands, nuzzling closer to my neck.I bit my lips and look at the ceiling that seems like a great place to divert my attention and breathe normally, Thankfully, she didn't
One year and six months later, Leonard's POV "You know I hate bow ties," I say to Andrew who was busy ignoring me. He made some sort of knot with the strip of cloth and pat the shape into a very formal-looking bow tie. "Stop being a baby. It's not every day that I get to make bow ties for you and it's not the first time you're doing something that you don't like because of Veronica," He says glancing up at me, "You're just saying that because you're single." He tightens the knot around my neck, "Hey! Easy man," He scoffs and lets go of my bow tie. "See, who can tell you're the same Leonard King who used to torture people in underground warehouses? Now, you look like a guy who is completely whipped by his girl," I raise an eyebrow, "It's fancy coming from someone who follows a woman who gives you no attention," "Oh, C'mon we both know that she's trying to play hard, and just because she doesn't like me now, that doesn't she won't in the future. Look at me, I am so lovable t
Three months later,"I can't believe she's already in labor"I quickly put on my shirt and threw some pants over as I slip out of the bed, Leonard dressing up as well. "Why did it have to happen now?" he sulked while wearing his shoes, " wear some pants before you slid those shoes" I smile and comb my hair to the adjoining dressing table.The last three months were bliss. Many things happened during these months and I just believe we are here now, the storm finally passed and the cloud looks serene, it's blue and happy, Ironic isn't it?I have moved in with Leonard a few weeks ago and we never left the bed during those weeks, I mean we did but you know what I mean. The moment he shut his door with me inside all we could do was kiss and kiss, then suck maybe lick, and sometimes even more.We were happy, I was happy. We talked about some stuff, his past, my past, our future and till now it's looking good. We don't need to plan ahead and ruin all the surprises. I sometimes find it fun
LeonardShe is okay, he said. She lost a lot of blood but she is okay, they had to perform surgery to close the wound and stop the blood but she is okay. Nothing serious but she is sore, the wound was deep and she needed intensive care. I was listening intently to the words of the doctor, the treatment they'll do on her, the medicines they'll gonna use, the amount of time she needs in the ICU, what kind of food she needs for the next few days and almost every other thing that'll fasten her recovery."She is doing fine Mr. King, you can wipe off that vein from your forehead" the doctor smiles and pats my shoulder, "also when you ask for a doctor next time, try to be nice and not scary," he says and starts to leave,"Doc?" I softly call him out making him stop on his tracks, "can I....?" he understands my question and nods his head,I braced myself and enter the room where they just put Veronica. I hesitantly walk over to the bed, afraid to see her covered in bandages, afraid that she
VeronicaFuck they spiked my drink. How didn't I think of that before drowning the whole thing down my throat? The icky feeling against my inside is still there, I feel nauseous. I open my eyes and looked around the room, crap they switched the room. This is not where I was before. This room is so much smaller than the previous one. It's like a prison, faded grey walls, wallpaper peeling from the sides, a little window on the top, and one tiny bed on the left side. The whole room gave me a claustrophobic vibe. I tried getting up, my leg was numb from sitting too long but still, I managed to wiggle it up when I notice my hands, the cuff was gone. I wasn't tied so they indeed locked me. I put my right arm on the wall supporting myself for a stand and lazily walked to the door. I tried opening it but none to my surprise was locked. I slouched to the bed and rest my head when I heard something. A sound, possibly of breaking a door, I faced the ceiling trying to hear the sound again an
Leonard"Spice talk to me" "She's here""Is she hurt?""Yes"My grip around the phone was getting tighter with each information. She's hurt, they fucking hurt her. If I hadn't planted Spice among them, then locating Veronica would have taken days. Now I know who they are, how many of them are involved, and what I need to do.I fiercely hung up the call and turn my face, meeting the ever-ready look of my people, just one command and they are off. I gesture to them to bring Spencer and follow Plan Klutz, if we are doing this then I want to end it perfectly. My lifelong habit of planning everything in advance comes in handy, I've looked through all the outcomes when the chip was gone, fighting against Viking was one of them. I prepared it in advance knowing if anything goes haywire with the chip then we have nothing but to follow plan Klutz which means taking down the Viking members, the security, and every other who knows how to use a gun with a paralyzing drug.Who knew Veronica wo
Leonard"Where are you going?" Andrew hurriedly got up and pulled me by my arms, "we're almost done Leo, don't you dare screw this" he warned me but I think he's forgetting something.I don't take orders, I unhand myself from his hold and threw a punch at his face. "Stay here and get the chip, I need to go" I bang my hand against the picture telling him to grasp the situation.He looks at the picture while covering his nose, "holy fuck" "I'm leaving you in charge, take care of this and safely board the flight with the chip, I'm leaving"He wipes his blood and pats my shoulder asking me to hurry, "and my father knows about the situation, he's covering the deal so fly it to him"I ran down the entrance and exited the building instructing my people to follow Andrew and board out before midnight.I get inside the car and quickly drove to the airport, messaging Nil my private pilot, on the way to get the plane ready. I take this chance and dialed Veronica's number but as expected it went
Veronica"Lexi?" I called her name out as I untied my shoes and neatly placed them on the rack. I walked inside her apartment and take my regular spot on her barcalounger. Her place is exactly the same, nothing changed. Retro carpets, brick walls, and vases along with the hanging pots with artificial flowers on the windows.I notice a couple of new refrigerator magnets by the kitchen and I don't know if I'm putting the pattern right or not but one of the magnets seems to be for me. A letter L in red is crossed off and tell me if I'm being paranoid but I think it means Leonard and the cross is her way of saying I should break up with him.Seriously I don't understand. I thought we cleared all the negative assumptions about him so why get a magnet that could mean literally anything but it has to be this. I got up and walk to the kitchen opening the fridge and getting a beer before closing it a little harder to let the magnets fall but they didn't.I support my arms on the counter and
Leonard,I was on the bed when I got the call, the most awaited call of my life, "boss we got him" that's what I needed to hear, that's what they said, that's what's going to make my life a bit easier. They got him, they fucking got the one who stole the real chip from Kelly and replaced it with a fake one,Yes, the real chip was with Kelly but someone who has access to both Veronica and Kelly got the chip first and replaced it with a fucking fake one,When Aiden brought that chip at the party I knew it was fake all along. The person who has the real chip is working with someone close to us and to find out who it was I needed to give a dramatic performance to make both Aiden and Andrew believe that I had no clue about the chip being fake. One of them is linked with that person and the way I react and behave is very observed by this person, so not only did I plant my people on Veronica's friend, I even made a public gesture to get this person out of his holeAnd now that he's out, he
Veronica's POVToday ends everything. I have waited for this day for so long and now that it's here I'm getting all scared and nervous. I don't know what the ruling will be but I'm confident in my case.Right now I was sitting on the plaintiff's seat with my lawyer on the right side of the room. There are some paperwork on our table and soon the crowd started to appear, I asked Leonard to arrange two reporters to witness the case ruling and as easy they were to spot they all looked like someone who's been seriously haggard. I hope Leonard didn't put too much pressure on them cause from the looks of it they look a bit terrified. I look around the room and spot my mom, Lexi, and Kelly sitting on the seat behind mine with a concerned expression. They look worried and seriously seeing their faces is making me more nervous, There are ten minutes on the clock till the judge appears and I'm freaking out. What if the case doesn't work in my favor, what if she bribed someone to replace the