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The Devil’s Contract Chapter 33
Estelle’s POVThe contract with the drainage system was a success. In just a short time, we made a lot of profit. The board was thrilled and I got a lot of credit for recommending the company.Adonis kept true to his word and our contract agreement and ensured my company received a generous share of the profits.Ericorps, on the other hand, was spiraling downwards, its fortune going down the drain. My life was finally starting to make a lot of sense.It was coffee break and I was seated with Kayla, and Chloe as we sipped our coffee.“Having you here has been such a blessing,” Kayla said, her voice laced with genuine appreciation, “The profit margins are insane.”I laughed nervously, “I wouldn’t say that. This company has always done well, long before I got here.”“You’re right, but it's good to have you here regardless.” Her eyes sparkled with a playful glint as she leaned forward, “You and Adonis make the perfect power couple.”I felt heat creep up my cheeks just from hearing his nam
The Devil’s Contract Chapter 34
I glanced at the clock hanging above my bed--just past six. Since Adonis asked me out on a date, my nerves hadn’t relaxed since then.How did I get myself here?I couldn’t wrap my head around how Adonis, with the reputation of never showing mercy nor compassion, the control devil, had asked me on a date. It wasn’t like him--or at least, the version of him I thought I knew.Maybe I misjudged him.I shifted on my feet, running my hands along the fabric of my dress. It was a black, fitted dress that went slightly above my knees. I let my hair fall down my back and wore gold jewelry to illuminate my skin.I wanted to look powerful and beautiful, but most of all, I wanted Adonis’s eyes to be on me all night.There was a knock on the door.I answered it and Genna answered, gazing at me admiringly.“You look stunning, sis,” she chimed as I did a twirl for her, a smile spreading on my face.“I feel stunning.”“Adonis won’t be able to keep his eyes off you.”My cheeks flushed.“He’s waiting do
The Devil’s Contract Chapter 35
ADONIS’S POVIt was the weekend and Estelle’s friends had already early, just after 9 am. They’d been together for hours, their laughter and playful bickering filling the mansion. It was clear they were having a great time together.I personally made sure of that.The night before, I’d called Damian for advice, asking him what women loved doing together. He sent me a list, which I reduced down to a garden picnic and Spa day.With the help of the butlers and the maids, I was able to get everything arranged on the night of our date. I wanted it perfect.I couldn't have imagined myself going through all the trouble in the place, but Estelle was the only reason. Since she’d been staying with me, I've grown fond of seeing her happy. Her smile was something I looked forward to, like my daily dose of sunlight.Taking a break from work in my study, I headed downstairs to check on Estelle. As I stepped into the grand room, all eyes were on me but mine was solely fixated on Estelle. Her smile w
The Devil’s Contract Chapter 36
ESTELLE’S POVI couldn't stop thinking about Adonis, and his explosion. One minute, I had been with Jade and Amelia, and the next minute, there was this pondering weight in my chest, as a bad feeling washed over me.My mind went to Adonis instantly.I already knew he had anger management issues. The first time I saw him lose control like that was the day Eric’s mother showed up. I remember being scared of seeing that side of him, terrified that one day, he would hurt me. The second time was back at the party when I was almost assaulted.But seeing him study was different. I wasn't scared of him. Maybe I was starting to get used to being around him. As I watched him, my heart ached for him. His eyes held so many emotions I’d never seen in them before— like he was tormented. All I wanted to do at that moment was to help him.The glass that punctured my foot didn't leave a wound. I hadn't even bled but it still hurt regardless. The cut on his cheek was all I think of.He needed a therap
The Devil’s Contract Chapter 37
ADONIS’S POVHow the hell had this happened?I paced relentlessly across the wardroom, my gaze locked onto Estelle’s unconscious form as she lay helplessly on the bed. The steady beating of the machines was the only sound breaking through the deafening silence as the same question replayed in my mind.How the hell had this happened?An oxygen mask covered her mouth and nose, her chest rising and falling rhythmically. Her lungs were filled with fresh oxygen, not a threatening injury in sight— yet she wasn't waking up.The door opened and the nurse who had been attending to her walked in, another oxygen bag strapped around her arm. I watched as the nurse took out the oxygen and at Estelle’s parted lips. My chest tightened.I stepped up to the nurse, “This is the fifth oxygen tann. Why the hell isn't she waking up?”The nurse barely flinched, answering me with a composure that pissed me off, like she this wasn't an issue worth stressing out over. “She’ll wake up soon. You just have to
The Devil’s Contract Chapter 38
ESTELLE’S POVThere was something strange about me, right from the beginning. My mind was divided into two distinct parts… darkness and light. All my life, that light took control over me, making sure I acted right at all times. That light overpowered me. But once in a while, there were circumstances when I let the darkness take over, seeking justice for the ones who intended to hurt me. While I was unconscious, I made a friend of the darkness. I made a vow that if I ever made it alive of this slumber, I’d let it overwhelm me. You can't blame me, because most humans are good until pushed to be bad, then the darkness slowly unravels in their hearts.I was pushed the night of that fire. I had no doubt this was Eric and Barbara’s doing. They’d cost me my life once, the life of my unborn child, and the life of my father. They took so much from me, but I still threaded gently and patiently, the good part of me still holding me back.Not anymore. I’d switched it off.I vowed to make sure
The Devil’s Contract Chapter 39
Adonis left for work later, while I stayed at home to rest. I wanted to go to the office so I could rub it in Barbara’s face that I was alive and well, but I guess the rest was needed.I was scrolling through my new phone--the old one had gotten burnt in the fire--when Chloe’s message flickered at the top of the screen. I opened it.‘I heard about the fire. Thank God you’re okay. We’re all hoping for a speedy recovery.’I replied, ‘Thanks. I'm completely fine.’‘Do you think Eric and your cousin had something to do with it?’‘Could have been an accident, but they're a suspect.’She was typing, then paused, and resumed typing again, like she was trying to be careful of what to say. Her text finally popped off.‘I think you should tell your husband, he needs to know if your life is in danger. Maybe he can protect you better than you’re doing on your own.’She had a point, but how could I tell him his brother tried to kill me, and I was skin-deep in a revenge scheme to ruin his life? I w
The Devil’s Contract Chapter 40
ADONIS’S POVI got out of the shower, wearing only my briefs, with a towel shrouded around my neck. Estelle adjusted, her arms above her head, just where I wanted them to be. She was tensed as I moved to my drawers, grabbing my pants. Her glare was sharp, watching my movements.“My arms are starting to hurt here,” she snapped, frustration evident in her voice.I ignored her and slipped into my pants. As I moved towards her, her eyes flickered to my bare chest each time she thought I wasn't watching.I smirked to myself. My gaze swooped down to her body— unlike her, I didn't hide it.Her knees were drawn up to her chest, her nightdress slipping dangerously low, exposing the soft skin of her thighs.Every part of me ached to touch her, we needed to have this conversation. If I let myself give in now, we’d never get to it.I leaned close to her, hearing her take a sharp intake of breath as my skin grazed hers. The warmth radiating off her was intoxicating, her sweet scent wrapping arou
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