Julius's POVVera has been a little distant off recent and I had no idea why. I had a feeling it could be because I had been spending most of my time at work and not with her, so today I planned to get off work early and spend some quality time with my doll. I got into my car ready to drive home when my phone rang"Lexi? "I spoke bringing the phone up to my ear"Come to the hospital. It's Vera"My heart started racing as Lexi put down the phoneWas there something wrong with my doll? Was that why she has been distantI took off to the hospital driving like a maniac not bothering to consider the traffic lights or constant horns from other drivers. I needed to be with my doll. Ariving at the hospital I rushed in and met Lexi in front of the room I was told Vera was in. "What happened!? "I asked panicking "We were at homeShe said she was feeling dizzy and I went to get her some water but when I got back she had fainted on the floor"My heart sank and I was scared out of shitl
Julius's POV"The meeting is by 5pm tomorrowBetter get those files on my table by tomorrow morning" I was getting angry at this point .Aldonis has been acting up lately.Yes he is one of my strongest men and most loyal,heck he is even my right hand but this incompetence will cost us alot if it continues.Despite being his brother I am also his boss so calling him out on things like this is only right."Okay boss"I let out a frustrated sigh, hanging up and sinking back into my seat."Remember the dinner Julius"Dad's calm,deep voice came from beside me and I rolled my eyes at his tone. It was like that of a parent reminding his kid to brush his teeth"Father I can't cancel the meeting I'll loose millions" This wasn't something I was going to discuss .We had this conversation three days ago when I received this partnership proposal and it just so happened to be on the same day as the dinner with Mr Vladislav and his family. Great!"You can't miss this dinner either Julius" Know
Vera's POV"Don't come in here!I don't want you to catch the flu too!"Nina's voice boomed from behind her closed door."But I can take care of youI have a bowl of chicken soup with me!" I shouted back to her looking down at the bowl of soup in my hands that had steam rising from it haven prepared it a few minutes ago."No noDon't worry about it.I-i can take care of myself. Mum is here to take care of me ,go to school"I remained quiet and bit on my lower lip thinking.Should I leave Nina in this condition and go to school?Or I should stay and take care of her?She wouldn't even let me see her.I had come by her room an hour ago to find out why she wasn't here yet.Luios was already waiting at the door to take us to school like he always does but 30 mins of waiting and Nina hadn't come down yet"Nina isn't here yet"Luios said for the fifth time now and I was getting worried,well more irritated then worried to be honest. He had a black cup of coffee in his hands with a leg place
Julius's POVI shifted all my meetings and appointments an hour forward. The last thing I wanted was to go late to this o - so important dinner. I was still skeptish about this dinner.Why father would put so much importance into sitting and eating is what confused me the most.I just returned from my 3pm meeting and was sitting behind my deskI had to leave the office by 4:30 to reach home and get ready for the dinner at 6.Meaning I was definitely going to miss the important partnership meeting."Boss"Aldonis pushed my glass office door open with half of him already in my office ."Come in"He walked in with folders of files in his hands and came to the front of my table setting them down."Boss said I should make sure you leave on time"He had his hands behind his back and was chest out in his usual posture.He had one an all black suit with Bluetooth headphones in his right earI sighed and raked a hand in my hair."I'll be out soon I just have one more meeting"I stood up
Vera's POVI stared into a pair of grey eyes wondering who this stranger was. I could sense he was no ordinary man for the tailored Armani suit he wore spelled wealth, his stature and body language all screamed power, dominance and affluence. He was standing so close to me his breath was fanning my face. He was rather tall,I was short in comparison as I was only at his shoulder level. I opened my mouth to speak when light came from behind him."Oh goodVera your back. Come in dear"Mum came to us and pulled us both into the house by our arms as we exchanged glances. I was met with deep voices booming from the living room and hearty chuckles bouncing off the walls.Dad was sitted on one of the living room sofas and a more advanced man sat opposite Dad and...Nina!I couldn't believe my eyes.Nina was alrightBut she was sick just this morning.I was beyond confused.The strange man had grey hairs on his beard and in his neatly combed back hair.I could feel the power radiating off the t
Vera's POVI didn't see Nina for the rest of the day and I was beyond confused.Why she reacted the way she did, why she lied to me about being sick, all this was beyond me. I was hoping to ask her when I left mum and dad after our little talk but she wasn't in her room and I was too exhausted to go around the house looking, so I chose the latter and went to bed. This morning I had hoped to see her at breakfast but she wasn't here either."MumHave you seen Nina?"Mum was applying butter with a table knife unto a slice of bread"Oh yesShe had this club meeting at school she was going for "Mum said non chalantly"This early?"How could mum let her go earlier that breakfast ."You know how your sister is.She never listens to anyone " mum dropped what she was doing. "And she doesn't want to talk to me.Ever since last night.I didn't want to force her for fear of pushing her away"I got up from my chair and walked over to mum"Don't worry mum.I'll talk to her when she gets back from
Julius's POVThe drive back home was quiet. After dad had just practically fixed my wedding I was still trying to process it .I knew he was up to something but I could have never guessed this.I didn't want to disrespect father by defying him or refusing this alliance, so I did not say anything."Vera is a beautiful and noble girl.She'll be a great addition to our family" Dad said during our drive back home." This marriage will go great.And once your finally married, I can give total control of the mafias to you"He smiled down at me and I returned his gesture . I was fine with father's choice.I really didn't care who I got married to but something about Vera did things to me that I couldn't understand. Ever since last night she has made room for herself in my thoughts. Her face had never left my mind and it was affecting my work. So many times during meetings I zoned out remembering the scene of the evening wind blowing against her hair. I needed to get a grip.When I was infor
Vera's POVThe morning sun kissed my face as it sipped through my silk curtains. I opened my eyes and sat up yawning.I turned my head and took in my surroundings.My clothes from yesterday were scattered all over the room and my bathroom door was left ajar.I ran my hands down my face trying to get rid of the layer of sleep still in my eyes.All of a sudden my door burst open and Lexi came running in as she jumped on me and I fell back, hard "Happy Birthday Ver!"She exclaimed and mum followed into the room giggling."That's enough Lexi"Mum was still giggling as Lexisqueezed me till I felt my back pop"LexiT-too tight"I struggled to breath and fell out of the bed once she let me go.Yep that was my bestie LexiShe was a year younger and was part of our trio of Luios,Lexiand I.Lexi and Luios were unidentical twins.They both had the most beautiful black hair and she was really preety.She was those kind of friends every girl had,the type of friend who forced you to shop and pu
Julius's POVVera has been a little distant off recent and I had no idea why. I had a feeling it could be because I had been spending most of my time at work and not with her, so today I planned to get off work early and spend some quality time with my doll. I got into my car ready to drive home when my phone rang"Lexi? "I spoke bringing the phone up to my ear"Come to the hospital. It's Vera"My heart started racing as Lexi put down the phoneWas there something wrong with my doll? Was that why she has been distantI took off to the hospital driving like a maniac not bothering to consider the traffic lights or constant horns from other drivers. I needed to be with my doll. Ariving at the hospital I rushed in and met Lexi in front of the room I was told Vera was in. "What happened!? "I asked panicking "We were at homeShe said she was feeling dizzy and I went to get her some water but when I got back she had fainted on the floor"My heart sank and I was scared out of shitl
Vera's POVWalking into the music room everywhere was dead silent. I held mother's book close to me like it was the only thing I had that was stable right now. I opened it and flipped to a slow and passionate song as I set it in front of me, taking a seat on the piano bench. I had found out num was a pianist and she composed her own tunes. I was so thankful to aunt for making me take piano classes. It made me feel closer to mum. I wish I knew her. I started to play a slow and sad tune depicting the way I felt I didn't know when tears started falling down my cheeks. I felt someone's presence close to me. I laid my head on his shoulder once he sat down next to me. Placing his hand on the other side of the keyboard we played the song in a duet and it brought more tears to my eyes as I couldn't hold it. He cupped my face in his hands"I'm sure she misses you too doll"Julius wiped my tears and kissed my eyes. I wiped my eyes sniffling. I hugged him and he wrapped his hands a
Julius's POVI got out in an abandoned farm house. I walked in watching my back intently. The floors were all rotten and creepyEvery step I took no matter how quiet made a noise. All of a sudden I felt something heavy hit me at the back of my head and I fell down on my knees groaning. I looked up to see Cyrus. My eyes drifted to Vera who he had tied up on the floor. She sat there with her legs and hands bounded together. "Doll are you okay? ""I'm okay. Why did you come? ""I had to save you"Seeing her tear stained cheeks made my blood boil as I launched forward at Cyrus but immediately he pulled out a gun pointed at Vera I stopped dead in my tracks. "You didn't think I'd invite you here without coming prepared did you? ""What do you-""Shut the fuck up! Don't ask me what I wantYou locked me up and put me through 3rd degree torture and you have the balls to ask me what the fuck you did!!?Your an ass you know that? I worked under your family for some many years and what
Julius's POVI smiled at Vera's cuteness as she ran into the house. I gave her a few minutes to herself before going in after her. Guessing she would have gone to the kitchen for some water, I went there and I stopped when I saw shattered glass on the floor and an empty bottle of water on the table. My heart started racing as I stormed out of the kitchen yelling out Vera's name. I had this painful feeling that something was terribly wrongMy yelling brought everyone back in to the house"What's wrong Julius? "Uncle Richard walked up to me placing his hand on my shoulder"VeraShe-she's gone""Gone? What do you mean by gone? ""I don't know mother. I walked into the kitchen and there was glass shattered everywhere. I just have this bad feeling"I was panicking as I ran a hand through my hair"Calm down sonWe'll check all over the house"They split up to check and I ran up to our room hoping by some miracle she would be having a shower or something. But my heart sank when she
Vera's POVJulius wasn't joking when he said we were going to play baseball. After taking a shower together we slipped into polo shirts and jeans. I threw my hair into a high ponytail and slapped on a face cap. When we came down the whole family was already in the garden. It wasn't like any professional game. It consisted of two positionsOne for the server And the other the hitter or I think that was what it was calledThere were four teams. One with Julius and IOne with mother and Aunt Patricia and Uncle Richard Another with mother and Aunt Janice and the last with Denzell and Uzzaih. I was so scared. I had never played baseball in my life and here I was standing with the bat in my hand. It didn't help matters that my palms were sweaty. Denzell stood few feets away from me and I took in a deep breath as he served. I swung the bat with my eyes shut and I missed. I looked down as tears threatened to fall. "Come on Vera! "Mother shouted from under one of the canopies.
Unknown person's POV"Where are they right now""In their family home boss""They are enjoying themselves""Good"I smiled, knowing well they won't expect what was coming for them. Their biggest mistake was forgetting me and forgetting I'm a force to be reckon with. "Keep an eye on themWait for my signal""Yes boss"Putting down the phone I felt the satisfaction of being a step closer to getting rid of my enemies. Julius thought locking me away in a cell and torturing me will bring me down for good. He's really blind. And that Vera was really a piece of candy. The memory of her in that red and sexy dress never left my mind. Julius really didn't deserve her and I was going to make sure she becomes mine. I never got anything I deserved. I had to struggle and after everything I ended up below Julius. I will make him and his entire family pay for everything. I will make him watch as I take what is his and then I will kill him. Vera's POVI stirred in a strong per of arms. Kn
Vera's POVI thought I would have time to convince myself that everything was going to be okay but I didn't. I found out the dinner was tomorrow and I was freaking out. What if his family didn't like me, What if they hated red headsBasically I was an anxious mess. Lexi had tried severally to convince me that I was just worrying for no reason and she was sure they would love me but I couldn't take her words for it. I would have to meet his two uncles from his father's side , their kids and wives. Julius's mother was an only child but her mother was coming as well. So I had a lot of people to try and please.. "You're worrying for nothing doll. I'm sure they would love you, you don't have to try too hard"Julius spoke so comfortably as he snacked on some popcorn I held in my hand. We were watching a movie trying to get my mind off the fact that the dinner was in the next 3 hours. I sat between his open legs backing him while his head was rested on mine as he stole my popcorn
Third person POV"Come on!... "Vera basically pulled Julius along with her through the mall's hallways stopping at every shop to stare through the windows but end up not even going in. She pulled him up to a dress store and stopped gawking at a gorgeous red backless gown that was on display as the newest piece"If you like it we can buy it doll"She bit on her lower lip thinking"No.It's not that pretty"Julius knowing very well that she was lying took her hand and pulled her in to the store. Immediately he stepped foot into the storeEveryone stopped what they were doing and just stared at him. His presence demanded attentionA woman rushed up to him with a rather unnecessary smile plastered on her face"Good day Mr ChrysanthosMay we help you with anything? "Vera watched in shock as his whole demeanor changed. He stood firm and straight as he looked around the store, she could feel the same power radiating off him like it was when they first met. He always found a way to mak
Third person POVVera's eyes fluttered open and she rubbed them a little. Looking at Julius peacefully sleeping she smiled to herself. Tracing his abs and chest with the tip of her fingers she just took notice of his rose tattoo at his side"Morning gorgeous"She tried to pretend like she was asleep but was already caught"M-morning"Her cheeks turned crimson"I see you were admiring my tattoo""No.I mean yes. It's beautiful""I got it five years ago. It was supposed to be a reminder that love and war were the two things in my life hence the rose and the sword but the sword dominated "Vera just took in the information with a clueless face. "Vera is Julius here.... "Aldonis drifted off when he saw them in bed butt ass naked"Shit! "Vera panicked and hid her face in Julius's chest and he threw the covers over her properly "It's not hard to fucking knock!! ""Sorryyyyy!!! "He shouted rushing out Julius looked down and laughed at Vera's bright red face. It was as red as her h