Noah's Pov My knuckles hurt as they met Oliver's ugly disfigured face on repeat, but definitely he knew he deserved it, didn't he?Blood dripped from my knuckles, the anger coursing through my veins refusing to subside as I replayed what I had seen on the CCTV footage. I felt a sickening satisfaction at each groan he managed to let out, like a sound of celebration, congratulating me for finally getting to punch him after all the years."Noah, please, that's enough," Eliana rushed to me, trying to pry my hand off of Oliver. Oliver dropped to the floor as Eliana threw her hands on me, her body racking with sobs. "Please, let him go. Don't kill him." She pleaded, but I wasn't that forgiving. "I'm going to kill him," I growled and moved to pull Oliver's shirt as he tried to escape.Eliana fell to her knees, her voice trembling as she spoke, "Noah, you can't do this. This isn't who you are. Please, let him go."Her words pierced through my rage, and momentarily, I took my attention to E
Noah's Pov My heart stopped beating after she said those words."W-what?" I stuttered, not believing my ears. She giggled at my expression and then placed a hand on my cheek, her eyes boring into mine."I love you, Noah."My heart thundered in my chest. She loved me. I would have called this a dream if I didn't feel the intensity and love in her eyes as they bored into mine, and if the feel of her skin didn't increase my heart rate.She was very real, and she was telling me she loved me."Say it again, please." I requested in a whisper. She placed a kiss on my forehead, "I," Then a kiss on the tip of my nose, "Love," then she hesitated before placing a soft kiss on my lips, "You."She pulled away, pink blush staining her cheeks, I'm sorry, I didn't know if you would like that. I should have-" I cut off her rumbling by pulling her towards me and smashing my lips against her, parting them with my tongue. She was startled at first, but then she relaxed, letting me explore her mouth wit
Chapter Seventy-SevenEliana's Pov Noah stopped his assault on my nipple, taking his attention back to my moist lips. He kissed me slowly then pulled away, laying on the bed and signalling to me to lay down beside him.I placed my head on his naked chest and I heard his rhythmic heartbeat.We lay in silence, both of us consumed by our thoughts. My mind was plagued by thoughts of the past few months, from Shauna's party when we first met, to a couple of minutes ago, when he confessed his love to me.I love youI refrained from squealing out loud, I wouldn't want to startle him by screaming like a banshee. I already gave up all hope of ever being with him. But life worked in mysterious ways and for once, I was happy to be on this roller coaster ride.My mind drifted back to what happened this afternoon. One minute I was confiding in my best friend and the next minute, he was laying punches on me for not letting him rape me.My body shivered involuntarily, getting Noah's attention as he
Noah’s POVThe rest of the night went by with Eliana and I playing around with each other, doing things we should have done long ago. Long overdue things.My heart was full and for the first time in a long time, I felt truly happy. I felt complete. We went to sleep in the middle of the night after watching movies, she slept on my chest and after a while of watching her sleep, I felt my eyes fall shut to the hypnotic sounds of her breathing.I made sure to wake up before her and I drove straight to Bella’s house, needing her help with what I had wished to do for a while now. A dinner date, with the woman I loved. it felt like a dream, the good kind like the one with a long awaited desire finally fulfilled. I knocked on her door hard and I waited a bit for her to open up the door. She opened up the door and groaned after seeing me. I smiled widely at her as she shot me a glare and she turned to let me into her magazine-looking house.I sat on her purple heart chair, crossing my le
Eliana's POVI woke up to an empty bed. Noah was gone. But in his place, a blue cocktail dress, a jewellery box and a pair of sparkling silver heels were laid. There was also a handwritten note, and I opened it, reading the content."Eliana, tonight, I want to take you out on a date. Wear these things, I would love to see them on you, and if possible, tear them off you, if that would please you my lady.I'll pick you up by seven. I can't wait to finally make this official. You being mine.Until then, my love.Yours always, Noah."My face hurt from my wide smile, my ears tinting pink as I rolled around in the sheets. Noah knew the thing just to make my mind and my body quake with need.My eyes drifted to the things on the bed.I reached out to see the blue cocktail dress. I held the dress, feeling the soft, silky fabric beneath my fingertips. I got up and walked to the dressing mirror, holding the dress on my body. I stepped back and took in my reflection, and I couldn't help but
Eliana's Pov Bella and I spent the day catching up. Anna was already living her dream as a party planner, organising small parties for different people in the city. Bella was the one who helped her get those deals and that evoked many emotions in me.Bella had no idea who Anna was till I came into her life, and now she was helping her become the girl she has always wanted. "We should go out, to celebrate this," I said as I prepared to go into the shower. Bella hummed, "Yes we should. I really need a spa day."I looked at her confused, Bella practically lives in the spa. She gets facials every week and gets pedicures at a three-day interval. "Bella, didn't you just go to the spa last week?" "I know, I haven't gone in ages. My skin is already looking like," she briefly glanced at me. "My skin isn't as perfect as I would want it to be, that's it." I shrugged, "We both know that's not what you wanted to say, Bella." I deadpanned."Well, I'm just saying. Although you look far better t
Eliana's Pov The drive to the hotel was quiet, none of us saying a word. The silence was not one filled with awkwardness, but one of peace. I just leaned into my chair as he drove, the music blasting from the speaker soothing me and reducing the nerves Noah’s touch caused to get out of hand.His hand still laid on my lap but I tried to take my mind off it for the rest of the drive. We approached a massive building whose light was already seen from a distance. The massive sign read ‘Adler’s’, and I could feel chills just by being close to such a magnificent building.“wow”, I muttered as we drove into the surrounding. I could hear Noah chuckle at my awe as he drove to the space that read CEO. “Do you own this place?” I asked, unable to keep my amazement from seeping into my voice.He parked the car smoothly then turned it off, getting down to open the door for me. I tried not to swoon at his chivalrous act. Who said being a gentle man was out of style? He held out his hand for me to h
Noah’s POVBeing able to conceal your emotions and reaction to situations was a skill I was fortunate enough to have built all over the years. It has helped in a lot of situations, like a shield against people readers who always want to feel they have someone figured out. It helped in the situation; Eliana had no idea how much I really wanted to flip her over the table. My pants were getting uncomfortable just by taking in her appearance. The blue shade of her dress really complemented her flawless skin and the jewelry ensemble left her looking like royalty.And her legs, damn. Her legs in that dress could conquer an army of strong men.Place her on the table and part her thighs, then eat her like I was having my last meal. She had the sexual appeal of that of a succubus, and her eyes weren’t helping matters. In them I could see her desire floating around. I knew in her pretty head she wouldn’t object if I laid her on the table. I hope I would be able to finish this date without