Chapter 36Alicia's POV I reached out to the doorknob, I was about to pull it open but I suddenly had a second thought."Just what if it wasn't Dom or any of the maids in the house? Just what if..what if it was the butler!" My eyes bulged out of their sockets at the thought of that passssibility as I mumbled inwardly, my feets frantically made their way back to the bed, i grabbed and pulled on the thick heavy covers off the bed and wrapped it frantically around my little frame, almost covered from head to toe, I made for the door and opened it, and my eyes bulged in surprise at the sight of Nana."Good morning Mrs Alicia" she greeted with a genuine wide grin playing on her face. How I had missed this lively smile of her's. Unshed tears brimmed my eyes as the image of hers on the floor begging and crying the previous day struck my consciousness, and I quickly shrugged it off and wrapped myself around her in a tight sudden hug, I felt her flinch and a startled gasp escaped her mouth as
Chapter 37Do's POV"Ring Ring....vrrrrr..." The sound of my phone ringing jolted me awake from my serene slumber."Who the fuck is calling me at this Damn hour" I growled raspily with my eyes still shut close and my brows creased as I scrambled on the side table for my phone. Getting it, I checked the time before taking the call and it was already 6 AM."Oh shoot!" I growled huskily as my phone slid down my hands before I could see the name of the caller, so I scrambled on the floor to get it"Shit! It's her birthday today." I said and instantly got off the bed to get ready. I made my way to the bathroom and took my warm shower and my morning routine before stepping back into the room with my towel wrapped firmly around my waist, and my eyes fell on the sleeping figure on the bed. my feet took me to the bed instinctively and I found myself staring down at her as I dried my hair with a towel, she looked so peaceful and beautiful, she was still sound asleep."I'm sorry for draining yo
Chapter 38Dom's POV the car halted with a screeching sound in front of the 'Torreto castle' which was situated in a VIP area in the city of California. the name TORETO CASTLE was imprinted in gold slate at the top of the entrance gate of the large estate. and we made our way into the large castle where I was greeted by the royal maids and butler who led me through to the dining hall. wasn't it supposed to be her birthday? why's it not crowded?"where's everyone, Uncle Richard?" I asked the old man who had been my Father's butler for as far as I could remember. his been here since I was a little kid and that was how I formed the habit of calling him, uncle."they're at the dining Hall, Prince Dominic," he replied with a slight bow, beaming heartily at me. at the dining? wasn't it supposed to be Nelly's birthday?"why's everyone not here yet? when's the party going to start?" I chided causing beads of heavy sweat to pop out on his forehead. while he leads the way beside me. "uh...p-pa
Chapter 39Dom's POV "Will you just ignore your Father as if he doesn't exist at all, you brat!?" his voice thundered, jolting me out of my reverie. my head snapped in his direction, and a wicked smirk ghosted my lips before turning my full length and making my way to the dining table.he was looking as stunning as always. this old man didn't look old at all, aside from the little strands of grey that tinted his hair, he still had his strength and built from years and years of combat which he had trained me and my twin brother."good morning Mr Torreto." I greeted casually as I reached out for a chair beside my cousin, pulled it out, and sat elegantly on it.my dad's hard glares didn't escape my notice and I know what exactly the cause was, so I was expecting another thunderous scold."Alas...tsk tsk. I can't remember the last time you called me Father. you're just too stubborn Dominic. how did I raise you to become different from your twin brother? call me Father you brat!" he growle
Dom's POV "it's no lie, brother." I heard her tiny voice and rage consumed the little ounce of serenity and self-control that was left in me. I gripped hard on the glass in my hand, smashing it to pieces in one swift snap before returning my gaze to her. "the hell, Nelly!?" I yelled in a controlled voice between my gritted teeth, my fists clenching and unclenching...a startled gasp escaped her mouth as her hazel orbs became glassy and terrified. I hated seeing her like this but why the hell did she go to this length to bring me here?she extended her hands to reach for my face but I dodged her touch by cocking my head to the side. she looked stunned and hurt. biting hard on her lower lips before her brows furrowed in anger."Well, ain't my fault that you don't even know my fuckin birth date!" she snarled at me, stepping down from the stool. "it's still your father's house no matter-""shut it, Nelly!" I growled as my aura darkened even more. she flinched at the sound of my voice thun
Dom's POV at the Great Hall*****************"Where did you wander off to?" came my father's voice from the principal seat beside the high table where he was playing his chess alone. In the middle of the hall, the heart Horn's light cascaded down the large hall as I walked in and headed straight to take a seat at the front of the table, sliding my phone back into my pants pocket, I brought out my stick of Cuban and settled it between my lips."was catching up with my cousin," I said before lighting up my Cuban, taking a puff, and releasing the smoke into the Air, before returning my gaze to my Father, who also halted in his tracks on his chess games with a serious expression on my face."I know that you know why you're here, son," he said calmly as he slid his specks down his nose, peeking intently at me. voice laced with malice that only I could detect. or maybe it was because of the things I knew that no one else did?either way though."Not until now, Father," I responded casuall
Chapter 42Alicia's POV at Domini's mansion **********************"I'm ready now, Nana," I announced raptly. beaming as I went straight to grab Nana by her arm. she looked stunned, of course, she'd never seen me dressed this much ever since I arrived here so it was only fair for her reaction to be like this but, why did she look amused and sad at the same time?was something wrong with my dress? no! That can't be right."is something wrong, Nana?" I cooed softly nudging at her hand. but I still didn't get any response, she looked like she had fallen into a daze as her gaze only fixated on my dress.I ran my fingers through my dress as I gazed down at them, I was cladded in a wine-colored body-hug fit gown that settled just beneath my kneecaps, it was revealing from the top, like my chest and shoulders, but Nana had already given me a black coat that also settled just few lengths underneath my knees that matched with my pair of black high heels.I was born and brought up in wealth a
Chapter 43Alicia's POV It was a silent drive as Nana drifted off to sleep while answering all my questions about the things that Dom had instructed her to relay to me.The thought that Dom and I would be going out made me excited and scared at the same time. I couldn't understand why I felt so uneasy about the whole thing, but I'd always manage to clad my fear and worry with my excitement.I don't know what was wrong with me tho, but I knew I was happy whenever I was around that one person. I don't even know what I'd call the sensation I got whenever he was around me or even away, it's been hours and I haven't seen him, I don't even have a cellphone so I couldn't call, and even if I could, I'm not so sure if I was allowed to call him on the phone?I was still but a slave anyway.Sighing heavily, I rested my cheeks on my knuckles. As I stared at the tall tours and people who were walking freely and cheerfully, and I don't know why it made my eyes well. I used to be that free and car
Chapter 152~ALICIA~"Fuck...So fucking tight...so fucking perfect...such a lewd, soaking wet cunt...urgh...what the fuck did I tell you about talking about your death, hmm?!" He groaned ferally as I felt the twitching of his cock and the warmth from his pants and I knew he'd cum too from the toughness of his pants and ragged breathing.His head lulled down and nuzzled into the nook of my neck as his twitching intensified and his growls and groans of pleasure died down, his hold loosening around my neck as he leaned up, released my leg that was hung on his arm, midair, his grope on my neck shifted to the back of my nape and he pulled my head backward, raising my chin and colliding his gray, softened orbs on my moistened green ones, his eyes searching mine for a tidbit before they strayed to my trembling, reddened lips."They're all swollen and red now, beautiful too." He mumbled hoarsely, his other thumb brushing soft strokes on my bottom lips. Eyes gleaming with the feral need to poun
Chapter 151~ALICIA~"Failed, again." Desmond's gruff voice rang behind me, before spinning around and swiftly heading over the barrier counter that separated us from the bullseye target in his shooting range where he was training me. Or preferably, where he had been training me for the past two weeks now.Two weeks, it's been two weeks since this training, and the fire of vengeance that bubbled through my veins hadn't waned the slightest bit. It's been two weeks and I hadn't managed, not even for once had I been able to get the plaguing thoughts, of what I had signed up for, the horrific, gruesome image that haunted my nights and dreams of the Man I murdered in that car the day I ran into this irrevocable alliance. Two whole painful, lonely, yearning, and torturous weeks of trying to get the voices, the face, and touches of Dominic off my head and skin, my core, even. Two weeks of prepping myself and getting ready to throw myself into the dark, scary, impending, and awaiting fangs of
Chapter 150~ALICIA~"A good thing you're not one naive little kitten. Then, I won't have to hold back or Beat around the bush in an attempt to not scare you?" He Uttered with a dark edge as he raised a toss at me who stared blankly back at him with a titter, while my heart accelerated at the sinister darkness that took over his gray orbs, turning them frosty and soulless as he steadied them on me, all playfulness dissipating off his features. The ominous venom, rapidly becoming too suffocating as the silence lingered on, so I parted my lips and broke the eerie silence."And...does those price also include..." I whooshed out a shaky breath out of my lungs and nose as I averted my gaze from his and buried it in the food in front of me."Are you...going to fuck me...too-" I muttered in a shaky voice that was barely above a whisper. The words leaving a bitter taste on my tongue and throat as they rolled out."Eventually." He butted in, halting my words. His rigid voice forbade any attempt
Chapter 149~ALICIA~The Large, tall, white paint house was nothing short of luxurious and elegant. Royalty too. The only thing that was missing was the cozy warmth, air, and closure of home, and that home was with Dominic. Shooing that thought to the darkest part of my head, a part where I didn't visit a lot, a part where I kept the things I wanted so much to forget, a part where I hoped and prayed would smolder and consume the face and memories of Dominic, I let my nostrils flare as the delicious aroma from the vast, copious, different cuisines in front of me on a long marble table, wafted through the walls of my nose. The pendant black and gold three-set chandelier that almost dropped from the ceiling to the floor above our heads cast a warm glow on the foods and wines on the table, but none of that was enough to ease the uneasiness and bitterness that I felt, the self-loathing that gnawed at my soul, the trembling of my limbs and fingers as they wrapped around a pair of golden cu
Chapter 148~ALICIA~The rampant pace of my heartbeat from the moment Dominic barged into my room and caught me red-handed still lingered, and it was climbing frightening heights that I never thought were reachable until now. It was running so painfully hard that I was surprised when I couldn't see it ripping through my ribcage to find its way outside.The more things like the fluke that deterred Dominic's attention from the phone on my hand when he came, lunging straight at me in those bone-chilling strides earlier in my room when I thought it was all over for me and I'd been caught, The more I started to believe that whatever deity that could hear and see me out there was definitely on my side, and the thought of it only gave me more frightening courage to dare more, reach beneath myself, rip through my softness, tenderness, and find the toughness of an elegant, strong, smart, elusive woman who was shackled at a dark distance, wailing, clawing, screaming and begging to be released. S
Chapter 147 ~ALICIA~Hauling her out of her bedroom, I took the elevator back down the first floor and took the secret route from the basement, with her hoisted up on my shoulder, my left hand snaked around her thighs as I made my way down the black, metal few staircases of the secret passageway that led to the underground garage. Closing the camouflaged white tiled door of the escape route, I jumped down the case and a startled yelp left her mouth as my shoulder bashed vigorously against her abdomen, forcing me to put her down but it was downright risky as it stood and so, I quickened my pace and strode towards one of my cars. Wrenching the automatic door with my face biometric opened, I shoved her inside and strapped her seatbelt tightly across her as her befuddled, puzzled gaze locked on mine."You...""Shhh. Stay right here, Alicia. I'm going back there to clear the entrance, I'll be back in a brief. And if it gets too rowdy, I'll send one of my guards; he'll give you his name-Bor
Chapter 146~DOMINIC~"It's all done, Boss." My consigliere announced raptly. His eyes beaming brightly with pride as a heavy, long breath of relief whooshed out of his nostrils. He was standing in dark gray sweatpants and a light black sleek turtleneck that mapped his hard, rippled features tightly across my desk with both his palms on my desk while his eyes gleamed with the bright reflection of the gray-colored PC in front of him."Mm. But cross-check your work severely to make sure there are no mistakes or holes that that fucker can get hold of, Chris. I don't want no more surprises, got it?" I let out assertively. My dark, unfazed eyes that were securely hidden behind my crystal clear gold-rimmed specks were glued on the tablet on my right hand as I rested my butt on my desk, calculative twirly the vodka that I occasionally took tidbit of sips from, dangling on my other hand with my back against the office and Chris, while the city lights that protruded from the vast city, reflecte
Chapter 145~ALICIA~A week.It's been over a week since the nerve-racking discovery in Dominic's room, and a week since I passed out on the verge of almost spilling and divulging Nelly's name due to the bargain, his heartbreaking story that had me bawling my eyes out as he's words practically threw me into a frenzy. Who was I to believe? It wasn't as if I could go wake my father's corpse from his grave to tell me his side of the story, no.And all the words that Dominic trusted me with or told me out of anger, I wouldn't say I managed to get under his skin, no, he merely tried to clear the air, and also, he didn't sugarcoat his words when he bluntly told me how much he'd dreaded my Father, which he had every reason to, and how much he wished he was the one who killed him, and I was sure it would've been more brutal.After brooding over his words and the whole overwhelming dark secrets he let me in on, I realized that, while those were secrets he had kept from the whole world for so l
Chapter 144~DOMINIC~"Who was the boy and who killed my father?" She Struck with a feisty edge as if she could read it on my face, the darkness in my voice, and the thickness of the atmosphere. "Tell me, Dominic...hic...tell me that that story wasn't your biography, that that little boy wasn't you, and that you didn't kill my father. Because I don't know how I'd believe or who to believe anymore...please help me...my heart...it hurt...right...right here..." She choked out between her sobs, placing a hand beneath her left breast as she locked her streaming eyes on mine."Alicia-""Please...tell me, just tell me that you didn't abduct me to rape me to death, the same way my father did to your mother, are you one of them? Oh God. I don't know what to say anymore. Just tell me. Please...help me understand. because I can feel the pain of that four-year-old boy and I'm hoping that story wasn't cooked up because everything fucking hurts..."She wailed bitterly. Trembling vigorously like a le