Bella's POVI watched Luke stand up from the table, his movements stiff and formal. He didn't say a word, just turned and walked away. I could feel the anger radiating off of him, and I knew that he was upset but how dare he threaten me with money, to hell with him and Avery.They were truly birds of the same feather. Insensitive and cruel. I sat there with my hands clenched in anger, the waiter came to clear the table while I grabbed my small bag handing it in the crock of my shoulders, as I walked out of the restaurant. I have to go to his office and apologize.I flagged down the cab, entered, and headed for his office, after a small ride, I got down, paid the driver then crossed over to the company gates, this was quite big for a company, and only Avery handling it. I walked into the company's lobby, the sight was beautiful, and I couldn't help but admire the view.The guard sights me from afar and then walks up to me,“Ma'am, you can't stand in the lobby for too long, it's either
As we arrived at Avery's penthouse, I couldn't help but feel a sense of relief wash over me. The safety of his home brought some comfort to my frayed nerves.Avery led me inside and immediately locked the doors and windows, checking each one thoroughly. It was clear that we were in danger, and he wasn't taking any chances."Bella, I need to tell you something," Avery said, his voice filled with apprehension. "I have reason to believe that someone is trying to harm us. They know about my memory loss and are using it to their advantage."I felt my heart sink as he spoke, realizing the gravity of the situation. We both knew that our lives were in danger, and we needed to be careful if we wanted to survive."Who could it be?" I asked, my voice trembling with fear. "Is it Veronica and John?"Avery shook his head. "No, it's not them. They've been trying to sabotage our relationship and take over from me, but they're not the ones behind this."I felt a knot form in my stomach as he continued
Bella's POVAs I retrieved the wine and ice, my mind raced with possibilities. We needed to be proactive in our efforts to protect ourselves, but we also couldn't ignore the fact that we were in love. Our relationship was on the line, but we couldn't let that distract us from the danger we faced.When I returned with the drinks, Avery took a sip and looked at me with a serious expression. "Bella, I need to tell you something else," he said, his voice filled with hesitation. "I've been keeping something from you."My heart sank as he spoke those words. I knew that this couldn't be good. Has he found out something, or does he know I am a fraud? I need to be prepared for whatever is coming but I never expected it to be this early, my thoughts running in different lanes. "What is it?" I asked finally, my voice trembling with fear.Avery hesitated for a moment before continuing. "I've been seeing a therapist," he said slowly. "I know it sounds strange, but I've been struggling with some me
Earlier at Heaven's Lounge… The luxurious lounge in heaven's depths was dimly lit, and the air was thick with the scent of expensive cigars and scotch. Two men sat in a dark corner, their backs against the wall, their eyes fixed on the main entrance. They were dressed in tailored suits that spoke of wealth and power.The first man spoke in a low voice, his words filled with an urgent tone, "We can't wait any longer. It's time to take Avery's company. He's held onto it for far too long, and it's time for us to make a move."The second man nodded in agreement, "I couldn't agree more. But we need to be careful. Avery is a smart man, and he won't go down without a fight."The first man leaned back in his chair, "That's where I come in. I've been doing some digging, and I've discovered that Avery has recently started seeing a therapist and has begun collecting memories. He might start remembering everything which is not good for us."The second man raised an eyebrow, "Really? And what is
Bella's POV:The cozy living room of their shared house seemed eerily quiet after the incident that day. Bella felt a sense of unease as she prepared a simple dinner of bacon and cheese macaroni. After dinner, she retires to her bedroom for the night. She had a nagging feeling that something was off with Avery, and she couldn't shake it off. As she settled on her bed after a refreshing shower, she heard footsteps approaching and looked up to see Avery entering the room. Bella sensed a shift in his demeanor, and she knew something was wrong.Avery sat on the sofa across the bed, lost in thought and struggling to share what was on his mind. Summing up courage, Bella walked up to him and sat on the plush sofa, forgetting all about blow-drying her hair which dripped water on her delicate skin in her nightgown. She tried to shake off the feeling that something was amiss."Avery, you've been distant lately. Is there something on your mind? Are you still thinking about today's incident? We
Bella felt a sense of unease and a growing sense of danger as Avery left the room to make a call. Her curiosity and unease led her to do some digging of her own and she started going through Avery's files in search of any clue that could shed light on what was happening. As she sifted through the papers, she came across a file labeled "Project X". Her heart raced as she realized that this could be the key to unlocking the mystery. She quickly made a copy of the file and slipped it into her bag, determined to uncover the truth.Bella delved further into Avery's files and came across something more alarming. She discovered a name that caught her attention - Henry. Bella recalled Avery mentioning his brother earlier, but she knew little about him. As she continued to search, she found information on Henry's past involvement in shady dealings. Bella couldn't shake off the feeling that Henry might be behind recent incidents at their company. She decided to confront Avery about her findings
Doubt lingered in Bella's eyes. "Avery, I didn't mean to go through your things, I couldn't shake off the feeling or idea that he wants to work with you and is willing to right his wrong. Some people like him don't go down that easily without a fight. I also found out about Henry's shady past. Are you sure he can be trusted?"Avery sighed, "I know he has a history, but people change. I believe in giving second chances. We can't let the past define us. I can't remember much after the incident and don't know of my relationship with him but I decided to give him a chance.As the conversation unfolded, Bella's skepticism persisted, yet she chose to trust Avery, for now. However, a nagging feeling compelled her to dig deeper, a determination to uncover the truth.Avery bade her farewell, took his briefcase and walked off to his waiting vehicle as he drove off for work. He hasn't initiated any closeness since yesterday's incident and doesn't want to seem insecure or forceful to Bella.Henry
Henry walked towards the door of Avery's office, his heart pounding in his chest as he contemplated his sinister plan. He couldn't believe that Avery had given him the position of Managing Director, a role that would give him access to everything he needed to destroy Avery's life and career.As he drew the handle and stepped out into the hallway, Luke, Avery's trusted assistant and best friend, appeared before him. Luke looked at Henry with a sense of suspicion and wariness, as if he knew something that Henry didn't."Good morning, Luke," Henry said with a nervous smile, trying to put him at ease.Luke hesitated for a moment before responding, "Good morning Henry, I see you have resumed your work and you seem happy about it. But let me tell you that my eyes are watching you every second now. If you don't mind excusing me, I need to talk to Avery immediately."Henry couldn't help feeling a sense of unease as Luke's words hung in the air. He walked to his office, brushing aside Luke's w