Valerie's POV I waved my hand at Jasmine as she ignited her engine, reversing into the highway. The sound of cricket and a soft hoot of an owl from a long distance gave the night an eerie atmosphere. The Moon was quick to reach its climax, casting a luminous glow over the entire City and neighborhood. I watched as Jasmine's BMW disappeared before turning around and dragging myself into the house. Jasmine had forcefully dragged me out for an ice cream spree in the heart of Town. We stopped by about five ice cream stands and tasted about seven flavors of ice cream. Now I feel totally exhausted. My body ached all over,my stomach most especially and all I craved for was a warm bath and a soft mattress. I dragged my legs to the front porch,my sneakers thudding against the surface beneath me.I opened the front door and stepped in. The sudden silence in the house sent winter's icy fingers tracing down my spine.Where is everyone?“Mia!?,Grace!?. I called out to the empty sitting room. M
Valerie's POV Charlotte shot me a venomous stare. She tried to sit but she couldn't. A sharp pain jolted through her body,her face pulled into a tight grimace.“ What are you doing here?." Charlotte asked again,her eyes scanning me over and over.I took off my shade, returning it back into my purse.“ Don't be so daft darling. I told you before,I am here to pay you a visit. I wanted to know how you are doing.” I forced a smile,my voice dripped with malice.Charlotte chuckled,her expression darkening." Just tell me you are here to mock and laugh at me because the Valerie I know wouldn't pay me a visit.” she said, laying emphasis on the ‘visit’.I scrunch my face,a smirk tugging on my lips.“ That's very smart of you to realize that Charlotte." I said and patted her on the head,she flinched and looked away.“ And before I forget, I want to tell you that your new look is amazing. Drake did this to you didn't he?." He used your face as a punching bag. I feel your pain Charlotte." I clu
Valerie’s POV The elevator opened and I stepped out, walking past the receptionist who had a complicated facial expression on her pale face. I didn't care about what was going on in her mind. She could go to hell for all I cared.I stepped out of the building and stood by the sideway curb. A taxi approached me,I flagged it down and entered. It took about ten minutes before it pulled up in front of our Villa. My heart ached as I thought about Drake. This was the time he needed the comfort of a woman who loved him. A woman with true love and intentions towards him.As I pushed the front door open, I could hear muffled conversation coming from the direction of Drake's room. He was in a conversation with someone over the phone.Who could it be? What was the conversation about?My curiosity heightened and I had to see and hear for myself. I took my first steps up the stairs my mind made up. Truthfully, I was feeling nervous. Drake might push me away. Drake might not. I wasn't sure but be
Drake's POV The morning sun filtered in, casting a golden glow across my room. It was past eight already and I was still in bed. Thankfully, today was Saturday. I had plans with Sam. We had agreed to meet at a coffee shop at twelve noon.A soft knock jolted me out of sleep, I rubbed my hand over my eyes, stretched out with a yawn before my eyes finally landed on the wooden door barricading me and the intruder. I stretched out again, the urge to return back to school overwhelmingly subduing my urge to remain asleep. The knock repeatedly came again with persistence and urgency.Who could it be? “Come in." I ushered, facepalming myself. The door creaked and Valerie's visuals came into eyeshot. She had a cup of coffee and homemade cookies in a saucepan. “Good morning Drake." She flashed a smile at me, placing the coffee and cookie on my bedside table. She walked over and sat beside me, making to touch my face when my monstrous glare stopped her hand midway.“ What are you trying to d
Drake's POV I got into my car, I unwound my window glasses, adjusted my rearview mirror,ignited my engine and drove down the busy highway. The afternoon sun was up, bright and scorching. I took a rightward turn,my phone dinged immediately.I held the steering with one hand and attended to my phone with the other. My phone lit,a message from Sam popped up.SAM: Meet me at Francisco and family tea shop, a mile away from the United Bank corporate building. Please make it snappy, I have other clients waiting.ME: I'll be there in twenty minutes. I texted back and refocused on the road. I drove down and took a rightward turn driving at a steady speed. I contemplated stopping by the hospital to see how Charlotte was doing but then I had an appointment with Sam and it was almost twelve noon.My phone lit up and began to ring. Ron's caller ID danced across my screen.My brows pulled together. Why is he calling me?“ What is it Ron?." I asked with displeasure. I didn't have time for unneces
Valerie's POV I came out of the shower,a sudden chill enveloped me as soon as the AC touched my skin. I firmly hugged my towel hoping my body could generate heat and drive the cold away even though I knew it was just temporary. I had a towel loosely wrapped around my head, holding back water droplets from streaming down my body.I reached out to my drawer and grabbed my lotion. My hands are pulling out the towel around my head.My phone lit up and began to ring. I reached out and grabbed it,my eyes scanning the contact ID dancing across my screen. Ron.“ Hey Ron." I answered by placing my phone on my dress table.“ Hey Valerie." He replied with his voice sounding as if he just woke up from bed but I knew someone like Ron couldn't just be waking up from bed by this time.“ You didn't keep me updated on everything happening in Drake's manor. If you don't fill me in on everything,how am I supposed to help you plot your vengeance on the two love birds." Ron said, his voice laced wit
Drake's POV Sam listened with keen interest. His eyes flickering with hope. He had Americano tea and was leaning deep into his chair with his eyes bored into me. “It ended up with a cumulative amount of $120,000. I am still shocked as to why I haven't received another debit alert yet but I hope I don't. The experience is traumatizing." I sat straight,my eyes fixed on Sam's face." I need your help Sam.” I demanded,my voice dripping with urgency and politeness. I downed the rest of my cold Americano tea ahead and watched as Sam took in my request bit by bit." I am willing and ready to help you achieve your aim but that's going to cost you a huge fortune.My face dropped , I looked away. A huge fortune?Why was Sam talking as if he wanted to dupe me of the money I had left? My palm massaged my chin ,my thoughts bubbling through my frail mind. I was willing to pay whatever he offered me“ How much is your charge?." I asked,my gaze unwavering.Sam cleared his throat, my mind missed a b
Valerie's POV “ You don't mean everything you just said to me!" Jasmine exclaimed, clapping her hands in awe. We were both seated on Valerie's bed in her cozy little bedroom, sharing a packet of pizza and milk. Her house was my home. I felt inner peace being within its walls. It gave me comfort. Jasmine was more than a friend. She was someone I'd wish to be my sister if I was given a second chance at life.“I guess that's what she deserved. Sometimes I feel like Charlotte would never get enough pain for what he did to my baby. It sucks how much pain I had to go through because of her.” Jasmine pats my shoulder, a compassionate gaze radiating from the onyx depths of her eyes. “ It's going to be alright. Losing your innocent bae must have put you in so much grief but I bet you Charlotte is going to pay with everything she holds dear." Jasmine picked up her milk and made an imaginary click with the air. I giggled and relaxed.“She's definitely beginning to pay for her crimes." I pick