Amelie’s POVWhen we arrived home at noon, Kimmy & Morgan were already at the penthouse. They were up on the roof with Dante and Dutton enjoying the pool.“Amelie!” Kimmy shouted out. “Get your bathing suit on and come join us.”“I can’t go swimming,” I pointed at my head. “Stitches.”“What?” Kimmy gasped and climbed out of the pool.“I slipped on the stairs and hit my head,” I advised.“Ouch, you need to be more careful,” Morgan said from the pool.“I might go lay on the stone beds, though,” I stated.“Oooo….I’ll join you,” Kimmy said. “Morgan, are you coming?”“Sounds like a plan, ladies,” Morgan said, hopping out of the pool.We headed into the relaxation room, and I stripped out of my sweater and leggings. I had just thrown on a sports bra and boy shorts this morning, so I was covered enough in case the boys came in.We grabbed some towels, placed them on the stone loungers, and lay down."Oh my god, I can’t believe Nathan’s place. He has the perfect place. Too bad he never uses i
Amelie’s POVThe door buzzer went off.“I wonder who that is?” I questioned.Nathan started towards the door. “It’s probably the nail technician. I gave a list of the people to send straight up today.”He answered the door and ushered in two women dressed in hospital-type scrubs. I walked towards them.“You must be Amelie,” one lady spoke. “So nice to meet you. I’m Heather, and this is my assistant, Julia.”“Nice to meet you, Heather and Julia,” I said, extending my hand to shake theirs.“Ladies, I’ve had all the equipment moved up to the 2nd bedroom,” Nathan said. “If you follow Amelie, she will show you the way.”We moved towards the stairs and ascended them.“Hey, wait up,” Kimmy yelled. “We’re coming up to keep you company.” Kimmy stood up and pulled Morgan to her feet. They both followed up the stairs.We walked into my old bedroom, and they had it set up with a pedicure chair and a manicure station. They had also set up the same salon area that I had visited during the gala.“WO
Amelie’s POVSimone and Philipe put the finishing touches on my hair and makeup. Kimmy was sitting on the bed, looking at me. She smiled broadly.“Amelie,” Kimmy said. “You are so fucking gorgeous.”“Thanks, Kimmy,” I blushed.“No, seriously, have you ever thought about modeling?”“No, I’m too short,” I said.“With a face like that, you could be a makeup or jewelry model,” she gushed.“Oh, Kimmy, you’re the best thing ever for my ego,” I laughed.Simone and Philipe stood back. “Perfection!” Philipe cooed.Sergio and Morgan walked out of the closet. “Bella! Amelie, please go change into your undergarments.” He ushered me into the bathroom.I looked at the time. “Isn’t it too early?”“Nathan wanted you ready early so you can go to Carrington’s before the party to walk the venue before guests arrive,” Morgan said.“Oh, that's smart,” I said, walking into the bathroom and closing the door behind me. I looked in the mirror. My hair and makeup were stunning. Understated makeup that highligh
Nathan’s POVI couldn’t take my eye off Amelie in the car. She always looks gorgeous, but tonight there was something different. A confidence or an air of royalty that encapsulated her. It was breathtaking. Maybe it was because I knew that in a short few hours, the world would know she was mine. I smiled to myself.“What are you smiling about?” Amelie questioned.“Just thinking about tonight,” I stated. “I can’t wait to see the look on Alfred’s face.”“Oh my gosh, I didn’t even think about that,” Amelie giggled.“He’s going to lose his shit,” I laughed.“So, how will this work tonight?” Amelie asked.“Well, people will mingle in from about 7 pm to 8 pm, almost like a cocktail hour. Then Grandfather will get up and do his speech, welcoming everyone. He’ll announce our engagement, and then the party will continue,” I explained.“So, everyone will know early on,” Amelie smiled. “That’s a relief. I think I would be nervous if I had to wait a long for the announcement.”“You are mine, Amel
Nathan’s POVWe made it up to the second floor by the elevator. It sounded as if people were already starting to arrive for the party because I could hear the din of chatter from the floor below as we entered the second-floor hallway.“So most of this floor is bedrooms and bathrooms,” I advised.“Which was your room, Nathan?” Amelie asked.“This one over here,” I pointed and led her by the hand to the door.“Oh no, you’re going to be in trouble for having a girl in your room,” Amelie joked.“Actually, you’re the first girl ever to be in my room,” I said, running my hand through my hair.”“Really?” Amelie questioned. “That seems hard to believe.”I pulled her inside the room, “Well, Grandfather didn’t want girls in my room, so I used the pool house as my make-out hideaway.”“Nathan, you little slut,” Amelie laughed.“I actually do feel a little bit bad about the number of women I’ve been with,” I said. “Not really sure why I slept around so much.”“I do,” Amelie declared.“You do? Enli
Amelie’s POV“Let her in,” Carrington called down to the door.They stepped apart to let the woman through.“It’s about time,” she spat out and sashayed her way across the floor, grabbing a glass of champagne from a passing waiter. Everything about her screamed rich. She was dressed in a tight gold lame dress and paired it with Louboutin stiletto heels. You could tell she was classically beautiful, but with obvious help from plastic surgery to counteract the natural aging process.“Carrington, please go on with your speech,” she announced.“Vivian, to what do we owe the honor of your presence?” Carrington asked.“Here to support my dear father-in-law, of course,” Vivian replied. “Please do go on.” She said and took a drink of her champagne.Carrington looked to the crowd and cleared his throat, “As I was saying, before the minor detour, we are also here tonight to celebrate a very happy occasion.”“I’m a firm believer that everyone has their one destiny, their one soulmate in life. My
Nathan’s POVAfter visiting with Dante and Dutton, Zander needed a rest, so his nurse took him upstairs. Grandfather had a room set up for him and advised Amelie that he should probably stay the night and rest. Amelie hesitantly agreed.“I guess we should make the rounds,” I stated. “I’d rather just go home, cuddle, and watch a movie.”Amelie leaned into me and whispered, “That sounds heavenly, Nathan.”“Nathan,” a man said as he approached us, “Congratulations on the engagement!”“Thank you, Frances,” I replied. “Please meet my beautiful fiancée, Amelie.”“Pleased to meet you,” Amelie said demurely.“The pleasure is all mine, Amelie,” Frances responded. “The other board members and I are thrilled to see Nathan finally settling down. It will be highly beneficial to Michaels Investment Group.”“I’m thrilled to be settling down with him,” Amelie joked.Frances let out a hearty laugh. “Nathan, this one is definitely a perfect fit for you. She’ll keep you on your toes.”“That’s why I’m ma
Nathan’s POVAmelie has been gone for far too long. I look at the grand staircase and see my mother and Madison coming down the stairs. What the fuck. Why is Madison here? My blood starts to boil. I swear if she did anything to Amelie, I would lose it.“Nathan, look who I ran into,” Mother spoke.“Madison, what are you doing here?” I gritted my teeth. “You are not welcome.”“Oh, Nathan, don’t be so dramatic,” Madison purred. “I’m here with my father. Carrington invited him.”“I always thought you two were adorable together as children. When I saw in the news you were dating in college, I was thrilled,” Mother said. “You really should be together.”“I love Amelie. Madison will never have a chance with me. I have absolutely no feelings for her,” I conveyed. “If you will excuse me, I need to find Amelie.”“That whore is probably fucking a waiter upstairs,” Madison whispered to my mother.I turned around to face Madison. “What did you say? You better bite your tongue, Madison. One more co
Nathan’s POVIt was all over the media how Amelie had basically saved the day with the plane crash. I was so proud of her. My Amelie deserved to be recognized for her caring nature.The flight home to New York went smoothly. I kept a constant eye on all three ladies for any trauma reactions from flying again, but they were all occupied talking about the party tomorrow. Kimmy was saying how she had bought the perfect outfit for Amelie for the lingerie and PJ party. I was a little nervous as I knew Kimmy, and I honestly didn’t want any guys seeing anything they shouldn’t be seeing.Amelie had been texting back and forth between her and Zander throughout the entire flight. He was so worried about her. Zander had seen all the RIP messages on her Instagram and had freaked out. Luckily, Dante and Dutton were with him. They had told him she was safe as soon as I had texted them last night. He had tried to reach out to Amelie, but unfortunately, she had forgotten to turn her phone back on aft
Nathan’s POVAfter eating last night, both Amelie and I were exhausted. We snuggled into bed, and Amelie fell asleep almost immediately. She definitely had a trying day and deserved the rest. I ended up staying up a bit and working on my phone. Amelie was lying on my chest and snoring like a little kitten. Amelie’s Instagram now has up to 110,000 followers. Many people are leaving RIP comments since the rescue hasn’t been announced yet. Roy said they would be announcing it at 9 am tomorrow. He asked if Amelie could be there, but I don’t know if I’ll tell her. I also messaged Dr. Yvonne and asked if there was any way possible for her to make an after-hours call to the apartment. I explained the situation, hoping that she could make an exception. Finally, I contacted the bakery to ask if they could bring the cake testing to our penthouse as well. Then I finally went to sleep.Amelie’s POVI slept like a baby. I was so comfortable and so warm and toasty. Then I realized why. At some poin
Nathan’s POVI was pacing the room while Amelie was in the shower. Should I really tell her I love her tonight? Is it the wrong move? She literally just got out of a traumatic experience. Maybe it would be too much for her to handle. What if she didn’t feel the same way? Would she still want to marry me? Fuck. I hadn’t even thought of that before. My thoughts were interrupted by Amelie walking out of the bathroom in her robe. She was towel-drying her hair, and I couldn't believe that such a mundane thing was sexy.“How was the shower?” I asked.“It was AMAZING,” Amelie replied. “Definitely in the top five of showers.” She giggled and scrunched up her nose.Fuck. She is so cute that it's almost painful.“I had Trudy pack up a bag for you. It will be on the plane tomorrow morning,” I stated.“Nathan, you didn’t have to do that,” Amelie chastised me.“Amelie, when we get back to New York, there is going to be paparazzi,” I advised. “I thought you might want to change.”“I guess you’re ri
Nathan’s POVHearing and feeling Amelie moan into my mouth made me instantly hard. Great, now I have to walk through the emergency ward with a giant bulge in my pants.“Oh, there’s the check-in desk,” Amelie stated. “I bet they have information on Thomas and Nancy.”Amelie walked up to the desk. “Good Evening, we were in the helicopter that brought in Thomas and Nancy, ummmm,” Amelie said.“Thomas and Nancy Franklin,” I added.“Oh yes, you must be Dr. Michaels and Ms. Cavanaugh,” the desk receptionist acknowledged.“Do you have any idea if they have been seen?” Amelie asked. “I’m very worried about them.”“If you can have a seat, I’ll ask around and let you know as soon as possible. Don’t worry dear, they are in good hands,” she advised us.“Thank you so much for your help,” Amelie said with a smile as she turned to sit down.I followed her over to the seats. She looked really worried. I grabbed her hand, “They are both going to be fine, Amelie,” I reassured her.“I just don’t like it
Nathan’s POVI don’t want to let go of Amelie’s hand. I have a certain sense of calm when I can touch her. It feels like I have my missing piece. We’re getting close to the Historical site, and I know that I will have to stop holding her hand for even a few minutes as we get out of the helicopter. When you stand face to face with the possibility of losing the person who has your heart, it changes you. It makes everything so much clearer. I’m going to tell her that I love her tonight.We reached the rescue base, and I relinquished Amelie’s hand. I quickly alighted from the helicopter and circled over to Amelie’s door as she was opening it. I helped her out and then intertwined our fingers back together.A smiling Roy greeted us. “Well, this is the best outcome anyone could have hoped for,” Roy declared and turned to Amelie. “I hear we have you to thank for that little lady. Textbook survival skills.”“Thank you,” Amelie smiled. “Just trying to keep a level head and keep everyone calm.”
Nathan’s POVWhen she smiled down at me, I thought my heart was going to burst from excitement. I have never wanted something more in my life like I did Amelie. I wanted to declare my love for her right then and there, but everyone already thought we were in love.“Are you ok, kitten?” I yelled.“I’m better now that you are here, Schmoopie,” Amelie called back.“Did you think I wouldn’t come for you?” I declared.“No, I knew you would,” Amelie smiled.“Always,” I declared.“Oh god, you guys are making me sick,” Kimmy teased.“Right? I thought I was the only one,” Morgan giggled.Everyone broke out in laughter.“Rescue one to Moneybags. Can you shine your spotlight straight up for the exact location,” a voice came over the radio.“Roger that,” Kirk responded and pointed the spotlight straight into the air.“We have visual on you,” the voice spoke. “Do you have a count on the recovery?”“Affirmative. Two injured and three non-injured,” Kirk relayed.The rescue helicopter appeared overhe
Amelie’s POVMy heart sank. I thought they hadn’t seen the flare, so I shot a second one and waited. Then I heard it. The sound of a helicopter coming closer.“Morgan!” I shouted. “The helicopter is getting closer!”“Fuck yes!” Morgan yelled. Then she ran off to wake up Kimmy.I then saw the spotlight searching the ground. It finally landed on the tail of the plane. Then, the spotlight moved along the body of the plane until it landed on me. I waved frantically. I grinned so widely that I thought my face was going to break. My prayers had been answered.A voice came from the helicopter. Even though they were using a megaphone, I had to strain to hear it over the sound of the helicopter.“We will get you out as soon as possible,” the voice spoke. “We just need to find a place to land nearby. We’ve called for the rescue helicopter.”The helicopter turned and circled away.“Let’s close the door until they come back,” I advised Morgan. “We don’t want to lose too much heat from the plane.”
Nathan’s POVWe’ve been flying back and forth on the grid for 1 ½ hours. We haven’t seen a single clue of where they could be. It’s starting to get dark. I can see the brilliant orange and pink hues of sunset starting to appear across the sky. They are a beautiful warning that we are running out of time for today's search. How can something so spectacular bring me such a feeling of dread in the pit of my stomach?“Dr. Michaels, we have about 30 minutes before we have to call off the search,” James spoke.“Push it as long as you can,” I replied. “I want every single second used.”“Yes, sir,” James answered.We continue for another 15 minutes before something is radioed in. A plane wing has been spotted floating in a part of the lake.My heart sinks to my stomach.No. It can’t be. I won’t accept it until I see the plane for myself.“They just sent me the coordinates, Dr. Michaels,” the location specialist Miguel said, “Do you want to head over there or continue on our search?”I have an
Amelie’s POVI’ve makeshift set Nancy’s ankle and fashioned a sling out of a ripped bed sheet for Captain Thomas. The extra credit first aid & survival training I took in high school sure came in handy today. Both Nancy and Thomas are lying on the bed in the back of the plane. They need to relax and stay calm. I gave them some painkillers I had in my bag, hoping they would get some sleep.We have all tried to get reception on our phones to no avail. I even tried the radio in the flight deck.I managed to open the outside door of the plane and made sure it closed back up. If no one finds us right away, it could be a very cold night. Luckily, Kimmy found some extra blankets and towels in the bedroom. I’ve located the flares onboard. There are only three. I doubt anyone would see them during the day. I’m going to hold off on shooting them until it's dark out. It’s cold and snowy, but I’m so grateful that I listened to Nathan and dressed like a snow bunny. I giggled to myself.Oh, Nathan