Georgina WestA week had passed since Jason dropped me home, and thankfully, true to his word, he hadn’t tried to contact me again. The week went surprisingly smoothly. I had very limited interactions with Archer, didn’t cross paths with Aurora even once, and the kids were surprisingly well-behaved.But I knew my streak of serenity wasn’t going to last long. Today was Archer’s birthday, and I had to attend the party held in his honour. My mother-in-law had extended a special invitation to me, and knowing Archer would want his kids there, I didn’t really have much of a choice.As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm golden glow over the sprawling gardens of the Lancaster Mansion, the estate came alive with the lavish decorations that were done. The air was thick with anticipation as guests from all corners of the city arrived, their sleek cars pulling up to the grand entrance in a steady stream.Stepping out of my own car, I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe at the shee
Georgina West"You met him again? How did that happen?" Archer inquired, his voice tinged with anger as he stood before me, clad in his crisp white shirt and black slacks, seemingly unfazed by the need to dress up for his own party. But then again, it hardly mattered with Archer; he exuded a natural charm that made him irresistible, like a modern-day Greek God.I was all too aware of the effect he had on people—how they couldn't help but swoon at the sight of him. Standing at an impressive 6 feet 3 inches, his figure boasted a perfect balance of lean athleticism and sculpted muscle. And his face... well, his face was simply captivating, capable of melting even the sternest of hearts into a puddle of adoration."Wait, why didn't you tell me about this? You know that guy is trouble, right?" Axel's voice rang out, towering over me like a looming shadow as the tall Lancaster brothers cornered me, thier towering presence making me feel like a tiny insect. I shot a glare at Asher, who s
Georgina WestI stood behind Jason, observing as he effortlessly charmed a group of girls with his bad jokes, their giggles echoing in the air. It was evident that they were drawn to him, their laughter serving as a testament to his magnetic personality.Interrupting his lively conversation, I tapped him on the shoulder, prompting him to turn around with a wide smile plastered on his face. "Excuse me, ladies," he announced, a mischievous glint in his eyes, "but it seems that Georgina here needs my assistance. She has always referred to me as a hero who-""No, that's not true," I interjected with a laugh, addressing the amused women before me. "I just need to speak with him for a moment. He'll be back soon." With that, I took his arm and guided him towards the bar, wanting a moment of privacy amidst the bustling party.Jason's playful banter continued as we found a secluded corner. "Well, well, well, I didn't expect you to acknowledge my existence today, let alone whisk me away for a p
Six Months LaterGeorgina WestSix months had passed since the day I stormed out of Archer's life, and in that time, I hadn't spoken to him or even caught a glimpse of him. Instead, Steve, his loyal bodyguard, had taken over the task of shuttling the kids between our houses.Initially, the children had struggled to adjust to the new arrangement. There were tears and protests, but eventually, they came to accept the new routine. They understood that despite the changes, both Archer and I remained constants in their lives.As for me, I found myself settling into a newfound sense of calm and contentment. For the first time in years, I wasn't plagued by confusion or overwhelmed by petty grievances. I focused on my work and cherished the precious moments with my children.Though I was initially unhappy with Jason's blunt words, his reality check had ultimately allowed me to make positive changes in my life. I had distanced myself from the chaos and violence that had once consumed me, deter
Georgina WestMy shoulders tensed up as Jason pressed the stop button of the elevator. I knew he wasn’t going to physically harm me, but I was scared. I didn’t know what his plan was.“Why did you stop the elevator? What's the endgame here? Scaring me? People are going to check if the elevator is stopped for too long,” I blurted out, feeling the weight of his dark gaze drilling into my head.“If you had just fallen for the plan, life would have been so much easier for you. I don’t think I can spend more time trying to make you fall in love with me, I am running out of time. I didn’t think you’d be this smart, honestly. I thought you were a lonely, naive woman looking for love, but you’ve made all of this a little too difficult,” he muttered to himself, rubbing his head in frustration.“Ha, I was right,” I said happily before the smile fell from my face when I realized I might be in danger.“So what is your plan now? Scaring me by stopping an elevator? I feel like as a victim it’s my d
Archer LancasterThe unexpected ring of the phone shattered me out of my bubble. Since Georgie left me and made it a point to not have me in her life, I have just started existing in my life.I am not happy or sad, I just don’t know what to do with my life. I didn’t know I subconsciously waited and counted minutes till the time I saw Georgie again, entering with the kids.But I don’t have anything to look forward to, the last time I saw her was six months ago and I miss looking at her face. Listening to her voice.I have become so accustomed to her face and her voice that it seems difficult to start my day without it.I still needed to know if she got home safely every night because I couldn't sleep otherwise. Since I couldn't see her anymore, Glenn, my closest and most trusted friend who's been with me for years, kept an eye on her. He made sure to tell me every day when Georgina got home, so I could sleep peacefully.But today his voice carried the weight of urgency, delivered the u
Georgina WestMy scalp throbbed painfully from the rough treatment of Jason's guard, who had yanked me out of my room by my hair without warning. If only he had simply asked me to get up and follow him, I would have complied. But instead, I found myself sitting on the floor, tears streaming down my cheeks, when he burst into my room and forcibly dragged me away.Shuddering, I felt Jason's hands violate my body. I knew he wouldn't physically harm me, but his invasive touch sent a shiver down my spine. His grip tightened as soon as I mustered the courage to strike him in the stomach. Tears welled up in my eyes as I caught sight of Archer. All I wanted was to return home. While life with Archer had its challenges, being in Jason's presence made me feel nauseous.Archer would never stoop to such despicable acts. His principles and morals were unwavering."What can Archer Lancaster do to save the woman he loves?" Jason asked mockingly, pulling me closer to him, relishing in the discomfort
Georgina WestThe journey back home felt like a surreal blur, the events of what happened just a few hours ago spinning around me in a dizzying whirlwind. Axel's wounded form lay sprawled across the backseat of the car, the gravity of his injury hanging heavy in the air. Yet, despite the urgency of the situation, I found myself unable to move, trapped in a state of shock and disbelief.As the car sped through the darkened streets, guilt gnawed at me, knowing that Axel's injury was a direct result of him trying to save me. If only I had been more cautious, if only I hadn't allowed myself to fall into Jason's trap or trusted him enough to feel that maybe he won’t cross a line with me, perhaps Axel wouldn't be lying there, fighting for his life.But amidst the chaos of my thoughts, I couldn't shake the overwhelming sense of helplessness that gripped me. I stood frozen in the backseat, my hands trembling as I watched Archer's determined expression in the rearview mirror. He was focused on