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The Contract Baby Steps
LaylaI woke up feeling so happy this morning. I lay on my stomach with my arms under my pillow. Danny had his arm and leg wrapped around me, making me sigh. The sight of him sleeping next to me always made me feel happy. I leaned over, kissing his nose and making him smile. If you told me I'd be married, in love, and his arms three months ago, I'd probably laugh and say you were crazy. But yet, here I am, so in love, married, and in his arms."Mornin' beautiful," he says in a groggy-husky voice. I smiled, turning my body and cuddling in his chest, "Good morning, my handsome husband." I reply, making him smile. "What time Is it?" he asks, still with his eyes closed and placing his chin on my head. "I don't know. But the sun is just coming out. Do we have to get up already?" I ask, hoping to stay like this forever."Yeah, I'm afraid so, baby. We have a few things to go over before heading to work," he says, making me groan inwardly. I pout, looking up at him with my puppy eyes. He chuc
Last Updated : 2022-08-27The Contract School Time
Layla"Hello!" I said for the second time and heard no answer. I was ready to hang up when I heard static, and someone answered on the other line. "Layla, mija, it's me, Carmen. Can you hear me?" my eyes widened in shock as I heard her voice. "Carmenita? Oh, my God, how are you?" I was so excited to hear her voice that I wanted to cry. "Mija, I will cut it short because it's raining really hard over here. Shelley wants to know if you thought about her offer, we miss you, and we want you back. We'll keep waiting for you, mija." I placed my hand over my heart over her words. Doctor Shelley told me she'd call me in a few weeks to see if I had changed my mind about going back, but things have changed since then, and I was no longer interested in going back to work with them. I want to stay with Danny and Zoey. They're my world... My family.I gave Carmen the bad news... Well, bad news for them, at least. But she was happy for me, and that's all it mattered. "I will come to visit you som
Last Updated : 2022-09-02The Contract You're My Everything
Listen to the song- Without You, by Air Supply. https://open.spotify.com/track/0aW5JH6RnfTv5cGvPS3cca?si=hC8n4kh_Qk-UiuAMptN1tQ&context=spotify%3Astation%3Aplaylist%3A37i9dQZF1DXc3KygMa1OE7Layla(A few days later )"Daniel!" I called out for him as I continued to throw up in our communal bathroom. I've been on edge these past few days with the news of Trevor. I hate not knowing where he is or what he's planning. To top off, the bodyguard that Danny appointed to Zoey and me has been extra protective of us that the principal called me saying he had tackled down the new elementary library technician. I guess he hadn't seen them hire a new technician, and when he approached Zoey to help her with her computer on their computer-lab day, he went crazy. Luckily, the school didn't press charges nor tell the press, but Danny laughed the whole time instead of talking to him. It was as if the whole situation had been a silky joke, even giving the guy a high five telling him what a good job he
Last Updated : 2022-09-16The Contract Underestimated
LaylaDanny and I lay side by side. My head rested on his chest as we watched a movie. It wasn't late, but I was still drained. Now I know why I have been feeling so tired and restless lately. I was slowly drifting off to sleep, especially since he continued to play with my hair, brushing in slow strokes. I sigh, running my hand across his chest. I still can't believe all that's happened between us. I never thought we would be lying down, watching a movie, and happily married. Now, to make things better, we were expecting a baby. I wonder what we'll have? A boy? A girl? Whatever the baby will be, I will ensure we love our baby unconditionally, just as we have loved Zoey.I closed my eyes and drifted off to sleep, content with our lives. It must have been around eight in the evening when I woke up. Danny was not by my side, which meant he was probably with Zoey. I needed to make sure that she had eaten something, so I decided to get up and check on them.I walked to her room, but she
Last Updated : 2022-09-17The Contract Tension
LaylaI continued to cry while Danny tried to calm me down. I couldn't help it; I needed to do something. I can't just sit around and do nothing. My best friend is in danger. Danny pulled away, his hands on my shoulders as he looked at me with concerned eyes."Baby, look at me. Relax, ok? Stacy is fine. She is not in any danger. I promise she is ok." "How? How do you know she will be ok? He can be hurting her, Danny; you heard her. She was crying." I stated the obvious from her call as my hands rested on his hips. What am I going to do? I averted my eyesight to the ground and closed them, seeing myself unable to stop crying. "Baby, trust me. She's ok. I promise Gideon and Nico will not let that asshole harm her, ok? We won't let him get away this time." he says, making me pull away. I looked at him sternly, sniffling. "What do you mean? Gideon and Nico know about this? But...How? What is going on, Danny? What are you not telling me?" I ask him, whipping my tears. He sighs, pulling
Last Updated : 2022-09-22The Contract Hidden Gems
Layla"You don't have to ever worry about him. He's going to be in jail for a very long time; I can assure you of that. And after he serves his time here, he will have to face a bit more jail time for his crimes back in Mexico." Gideon explains on the line in Danny's phone as I sit on his desk and he sits on his chair. It's been a few weeks since his capture, and I was glad that justice was finally on our side.I couldn't sleep much last night, and today, I have been pacing back and forth, thinking of what's going on with Stacy. I hadn't talked to her in a few days, but I was glad to know Nico had stayed with her and her dad, helping her and ensuring she was ok.Gideon was on top of the case, and he assured us that we never had to worry about him again. He was facing long years in jail without parole.Still, no matter how much I pondered, I couldn't comprehend how Trevor got her address. He had never gone with me to visit her, and I doubt she was dumb enough to let him know where she
Last Updated : 2022-10-20The Contract Usurper
Layla"Mr. Halloway, sir, Mr. Thompson is here to see you. He's in your office." Danny's secretary, Jenny, says, making us stop as she eyes him worried. "Thanks, Jenny," Danny replies, pulling me closer by my shoulders and kissing my temple. "Ladybug, I'll see you in a bit. Let Felix know I'm in a meeting and to start the meeting without me. If I'm done before you guys are over, I will join you, ok?" he smiles, caressing my cheek before he turns and leaves. I can't help but feel like this meeting will be a disaster without him.I hurry toward my office, grab my portfolio and notepad with my designs and go on over to the meeting room. Everyone is already seated; I glance around for an empty seat, and to my dismay, the only set I see besides the CEO's chair is the one next to Sasha. I groan inwardly, closing my eyes and begging for a miracle. My sister sees me, smiling and gesturing for me. "Layla, over here," she says, making the girls move a seat and making room for me. "Thanks," I
Last Updated : 2022-11-13The Contract Playing The Victim
LaylaSasha and I exchanged murderous looks. The competition and bickering between us were getting out of hand, and the new level of her pettiness was, well... Too petty, if you ask me."Now, guys! Let's not get ahead of ourselves. Girls... Please, let's all calm down. Layla, sweetie, are you sure these are your designs? I mean, you've been overworking yourself lately, and perhaps you've mistaken your designs for Sasha's." my dad says, making me annoyed. How can he even think she had the brains to come up with ideas like mine? Does he not know me? He knows well that his late partner, Mr. Logan Halloway, and Hugo, were the ones who taught me how to design. How can he even question such a thing?"Are you kidding me?" I said, tilting my head towards him. My sister quickly placed her hand on my shoulder, trying to calm me. "Dad?" Karla says, making dad shrug his shoulders, raising his hands in defense. "I'm just saying. This is a huge accusation, perhaps... It's possible; I don't know.
Last Updated : 2022-11-29
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The Contract Vegas, Baby!
Layla ( four years later) “Listen, I'll call you back, ok? I need to tend to a few things. No, I should be off soon, we'll meet you out there.” Danny has been acting weird lately. It's worrying me. It hasn't been long since we got married. Did he really get tired of me so soon? I mean I gave him two beautiful kids, and I have done my best to make him happy. I get it, I have been so busy with everything around the house and kids that, maybe, he feels I don't pay him much attention anymore. “Danny, dinner is ready,” I say, softly, trying to hold back tears as thoughts of the possibility of an infidelity could be at bay. “Thanks, ladybug. I'm not very hungry. I might be here late.” he says as he sits in his office at home, going through piles of paperwork. He's been expanding his restaurants throughout the southern regions of California, and he's been planning on opening a new restaurant in the northern parts. This means he will probably be at home less. “Are you sure? Maybe I can bri
The Contract Oh, Baby!
Layla (A few months Later)Today, Danny called me right around noon to tell me the good news. He's been on top of the Alejo case. I am happy to say that it is finally over. Vincent and Trevor were both sentenced to jail for a very long... Long, long time. Vincent was given fifty-five years in prison, with no chance for parole. When the media became aware of what was happening, they went crazy. The news was all over the radio, magazines, and tv news. The more they talked about it, the more women came forward, willing to testify against Vincent. There was no way they would get away this time. Plus, Vincent's dad was not willing to help him this time. Mr. Alejo was on Heather and Lisa's side this time. Thanks to his help, Lisa and Heather were well taken care of. He made sure that Vincent's goons were kept far away from the girls and them. If they threatened them in any way, he promised to visit them if he saw the slightest trace of harm.As for Trevor, he was given twenty years before
The Contract Forever and Ever
LaylaI woke up feeling light for the first time in a long time. It was like a big weight had been lifted off my shoulders. I decided it was a good time to go downstairs to begin breakfast, so I got up and washed up first, placed my slippers on, and made my way out of the room. But, maybe I should check on my little Zoey first. I didn't see Danny in bed, so I figured he was probably downstairs working out or something. "Zoey... Time to wake up, baby." I said while opening the door slowly. I looked at her bed, but it was empty. Her bathroom was empty as well, and her closet was dark, so she couldn't be in there. "Huh? Where is my little cutie-pie?" I wondered, placing my hands on my waist. That's when I realized. There was music playing, and it sounded like it was coming from downstairs. I smiled and made my way down. As I made my way, the music just got louder, but not enough to bother your ears. I could hear the beat of the song as Queen begins with the song, Another One Bites t
The Contract I'm Proud Of You
LaylaI sat at the kitchen island, waiting for Danny to get home. I was a nervous wreck because I haven't heard anything from him since I called him and sent him what was in that envelope. But- I'm still saving the best part for when he gets home.After I had gone back to the office, I got a call from, Heather. She wanted me to go and meet her. Well, I was reluctant at first, but the girl has gone through so much! So I decided, why not? So, I told my dad I would be leaving early, and I made my way to see her at the hospital. Heather was finally going to be allowed to go home, but what caught me off guard was that Vincent’s ex was also there. But the way that she was talking to her and holding her so delicately, making sure not to hurt Heather... It gave me love vibes. Yes, you heard me right. I think Vincent’s ex is falling for Heather, but I am not sure if she caught on yet. Oh... I hope that she is in love with her. I hardly doubt Heather goes that way, but hey, you never know! May
The Contract Down Fall
DanielAs we waited for Gideon's signal, we could see Trevor walking on the street across from the motel. He held a small plastic bag. It looked like he had gone out to the small liquor store nearby. He walked with his head down, whistling away. Gideon gestured to one of the boys and he nodded, looking at Trevor. Capturing Vincent would have to wait just a few minutes longer. They quickly came behind him, tackling him to the floor and handcuffing him. He begged, crying to let them go, but there was no way in hell he was going to be free. Gideon came in front of him, and read him his Miranda rights. Trevor shook his head, giving me a death stare as he sees me come up to him. "You! You fucking bastard. How could you? I was going to leave. I was not going to bother either one of you! Didn't you have enough ruining my life already?" he says, making me scuff in disbelief. "You're an escaped convict, Trevor. You're the one who screwed your own life, not me." I say, as the officer pulls hi
The Contract Tasha
DanielIt seemed as if things had gotten calm and quiet. It was as if everything was back to normal, or so I made Layla think so that she was not stressing over the dire situation with Vincent and Trevor.Their behavior is ominous and unpredictable. I can't take lightly their unforeseen actions, but I know who can help catch those assholes. Tasha thinks I am oblivious to her link to them. She has something to do with him, and I know it's just a matter of time before we catch those assholes, thanks to her. We have been tracking her whereabouts without her knowing for the past two weeks. "Give them time to feel at ease. The more confidence they feel they have, the better. Let's make them think they have gotten away, and we've forgotten about what they tried to do to you." he had said, the last time we talked. But the eagerness is getting to me. I need to make sure they are behind bars and long gone from our lives. They need to pay for what they did to Heather and for putting my family
The Contract On The Run
AUTHOR'S NOTE: This chapter depicts a violent scene of assault and battery against a woman. If you are not comfortable with these scenes, skip to the next chapter if available, or kindly wait for the next upload. Please be advised and take precautions.✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨✨Third Person POVHeather drives happily to her step-daughter's new high school to drop her off. Never in her wildest dreams did she ever think she would have to tend to kids, even if they were teenagers. She never thought one of those girls would ever see her with the care and love enough to call her mom. But here she was, with two girls that loved her and called her mom. If only Zoey saw her the same loving way that the girls saw her. It would take a while, but she hopes one day she could win Zoey's love and affection back. Not that he wanted to take her away from Layla and Daniel, after all, she knew Zoey was where she was meant to be with. "Ok, honey. Have a safe and beautiful day. I will pick you up after school. Oh, and
The Contract He's Mine
Third Person POVThey say a person's malice can only go so far, but the truth is, some are more sinister than others and will stop at nothing to get what they want. Danny was so preoccupied, yet so happy thinking about the papers he had just been handed by Heather that he never cared to overlook what they said in their content. He went home feeling exhausted and for once, thought he could have a good night's rest. The battle with Heather was over, after all. The only thing left was to catch Vincent and Trevor. With the declaration they had gathered and the evidence Gideon had, it was enough to put them behind bars for a very... Very long time. There was only one problem for Vincent, Heather was too cunning. Her beautiful face and sexy body had kept him from thinking she could actually be a smart cookie. She had come up with a master plan to take Zoey away from Danny and Layla, all while still leaving Vincent in ruins. But she had changed her mind at the last minute. She knew Zoey wa
The Contract Vincent Alejo
DanielI couldn't believe my ears. Heather had just confessed to me her husband's plan. From the corruption, he had been doing, laundering money, swindling people out of their paychecks, to secretly gambling hundreds of thousands of dollars. When he saw himself losing it all, he began to get physical with her. He was forcing her to take Zoey away from me, just to ask for money in return for her so he could save his ass. She not only had enough of him, but since his oldest daughter is old enough she had legally changed her name to her mother's last name and was fighting to take legal custody of the other daughter. "Where is he keeping Trevor?" I dared to ask, as I dialed Gideon's phone number. She hesitated for a while, looking around to make sure no one was around to see us talk. "I... I can't say anymore. They're watching us. But, the documents I gave you are enough to get them both behind bars for years. Do what's right for your family, Dan. I know you and I were no match, but I st
