JERAHIt's been two months now. Two months of trying to heal from my trauma and trying to see life like I used to.It hadn't been easy, I must admit. That very night, when I had gone home with Benedetta, I had been extremely scared and felt vulnerable. Benedetta had been worried sick and did all she could to know where I had been, but I said nothing to her and made her promise me she wouldn't tell the others - until I was ready.For weeks, I was traumatized and had myself locked in a room. I felt so insecure. It wasn't until three weeks later that I got back my confidence and began moving around with the others.I learnt to walk in the street with them, as well as go to church. It was safe. My fear had began to vanish.And two weeks ago, I reopened my coffee shop. I had missed it and wanted to have a feel of it again. It was the only thing that kept me busy and sane.I've had it running for two weeks now, and I'd be lying if I said I didn't enjoy it.
WILHEMINA"Woah!" Sylvain laughed. "What in Whisky's name are you talking about? You want her dead? Why?"My grip around my phone tightened. "Can you do it? Or do I need to find someone else?""Nah. I don't think so. I'm just a little curious, tho. Why would you want her dead? I thought we had the conviction that she was your sister or something?""She's not." I cut in crisply. "And stop asking me questions."I hated how his questions made me feel. I shouldn't feel anything.He went silent for a while, I had to check to be certain the call hadn't ended."You're more lethal than most of my men. If she isn't important to you, why can't you just get it done yourself?"There was a spark within me. I craned my neck to the window and stared blankly at her coffee shop."I was wrong for calling you," I gritted and made to end the call."When do you want it done?" His words stopped me.I exhaled deeply, leaning my head against my cushion. "As soon as possible.""To
JERAHAnxiety coiled tightly within me as I listened for their footsteps. My mind played around the fact that I might get caught, and the bad man would never be able to get here in time to save me.It was ironic that I was wanting him. Praying for his arrival.I couldn't think straight. All I wanted was to be saved.The moment I dreaded the most came. I heard their footsteps and prayed fervently they'd keep running."She must be around. Search the area." I heard one of them say.A wild flutter seized hold of my chest, as if my heart had grown wings and taken flight. I did all I could to hush my pants. Due to the tight corner and tension I was in, I had sweats dripping all over.They were going to get me. I was going to die. Those were the only thoughts in my head.I was foolish to think the bad man would be able to save me. How did I expect him to arrive in a matter of minutes? He was probably far away and there was no way he'd get here in time.A tear sl
JERAHWhatever he meant, it wasn't good. I could feel it in my bones.I took an instinctive step back as he stood close to me, his smoldering gaze drilling into mine. My blood ran cold instantly."I... I don't think I understand." I had a big gulp. "Wh... What's the cost now?"His rose-hued lips curled to the side, forming a sly enigmatic grin."Are you certain you'll be able to pay for it?" His question made me uneasy. Why did I have a feeling he'd want to ask something complicated..?I dropped my gaze."Well..." he took some steps back, leaning his back on his car. "The last time I had you in my place, my home got attacked and cost me my comfort. So, you should know it isn't so easy protecting you."Now, if I am to protect you, you can sleep with your both eyes closed, knowing no harm would ever come to you. But Void does not work for free. I'm sure it'll be a total waste telling you what my charges are, because even if you own a thousand coffee shops, yo
JERAHMy heart pointed against my chest as a natural response, causing me to involuntarily take a step back. The thought of looking at him directly chillede, making it impossible for me to meet his gaze.I opened my mouth to disagree, but closed them right back. I had agreed to this. I just never thought I'd be so unready."I.... I don't know what to do or what...""There are over a hundred and one things you could do." He interrupted gruffly.He stepped forward and tried taking my hand, but I was quick enough to pull away. I was seized by agitation."I don't wanna do this." My voice was uncontrollably low. Despite how hard I tried, I still couldn't look him in the face."Fúck what you want. You agreed to this, didn't you?" He grumped. "Now, listen real good J. This is a deal. If you not cool with it, you're free to take a walk."Finally, I mustered the courage to look him in the face. Standing at a close range, I could stare clearly into his eyes. His good
JERAHMy nightmares were back. The very one I had been having for as long as I could remember. Since I was a kid.For a period of years, they stopped. But now, they're back. And it's frightening.I called them nightmares 'cause I hated them so much. I hated how scary it was and how chilling they always made me feel.In my dreams, there was always two of us - myself and a lady that looked exactly like me. But everytime,it was a younger version of ourselves. Like we were around seven to eight years of age.The other lady that looked just like me was very frightening. I always had my hair styled in a ponytail, while hers were always around her shoulders. I had my calm, innocent look on l, while she had that fierce hostile look.The dreams were countless. Some times, she's chasing me. Some times, she was shoving me to the ground and smirking while I weep.Always, we were in a rough environment.a place filled with dangerous people that always held guns. My
JERAHI slept off as soon as I finished eating and woke up feeling refreshed.I left the room for the dining, deciding to check if Mr. Dangerous had eaten already. Approaching it, relief swept through me when I couldn't spot the plates on the table.I turned to the kitchen next and found end dirty plates in the sink. He did eat!I almost chuckled. He had been acting like he wouldn't.I tried to imagine what his expression must have bene while eating. Disgusted? Angry? Satisfied?He was so hard, I was certain nothing's and no one would ener he able to please him.I proceeded outside to get some air. There I noticed one of his cars was gone. He obviously wasn't in. So.... I was all alone in the apartment?It gave me some sort of chills... Well, I guess he wouldn't leave me alone if it want safe. Moreover, it'd be really difficult for anyone to track this place.When driving, it was usually a very long highway, then we drive through pathways in bushes before a
30 (A Guard) VOIDI glared hatefully at him the moment we were alone. The son of a bitch.I walked over to the couch where I dropped the damn bags before turning to the rotbag."What the fúck are you doing here?" I made no attempt to soothe his ass. He knew I hated him."Well, long time, no see, brother." He smiled - that deceptive smile.I hated scums like him who wore masks on their faces in forms of smiles. That was the fúcking reason I hated smiling. There was nothing good about the world."You've got just about three seconds to sing the tone I'm asking. Why the hell are you here?"It was no surprise he knew I was at the Bungalow. Son of a bitch had always known about this place. And he knew me too fucking well to avoid my traps and all.He craned his neck at the direction of the staircase where Jerah had taken. I could see it in his eyes, he wanted to drop a comment on her. But he made the best decision by gulping it all down."Father is sick and want
VOID.I caught her in my arms, staring at her face as she dozed off. There wwas a twinge in my chest, one I definitely didn't like.Taking her into my arms, I took her upstairs to her room and gently laid her on the bed.What was it I felt for this lady that made me feel so guilty? What was it I felt for her that wanted me to do as she said?I waved it off. To feel was weakness. I didn't come this far by letting feelings get to me. Serpente needed to be dead. And it was only unfortunate that he was her father.I brushed my fingers through her front hair as I watched her sleep. She had been through a lot. The last thing she needed was being alone. Well, life was really unfair to her, wasn't it?I'd been a little struck when she'd told me the story of her and her bitchy sister. To think she'd have been that bitch...But how could someone so sweet have had a dark past? It was ironic, wasn't it? Being little, she has been a demon. But now, she couldn't eve
JERAHI didn't realize when we got home. From the moment Void had met me in the room and helped me into his car, all I could recall doing was shedding tears.I didn't even try to stop. For the first time, I was gripped by a new, unfamiliar pain. It was unlike any I had known.Bit by bit, my memories began to return. They weren't vivid yet, but Mina's words morphed into images and made it a little easy to recover some of the memories.Although, I wished I didn't have to remember them. But they just came freely.I had been truly evil. I recalled those times I'd hurt my father's servants for the slightest offense. I recalled when how happy I was to hurt someone, and how uncomfortable I was when the atmosphere was too peaceful. There was a day I had chopped off a woman's finger for burning my meal. While she wailed, father had applauded me. And I had been so happy.I was too young to have a heart as dark as that. If I hadn't fallen off the cliff and lost my mem
JERAHDo you know that feeling when it feels like the entire world was fake? That feeling when you look around and all you could see was a big empty desert with not a single soul in sight. You feel lost. Abandoned. Scared. Confused.That was exactly how I felt the moment she uttered my name.For a long time, I stared blankly at her, trying so hard to comprehend her last statement. Why would she call her own name when talking to me?My heart raced. My mind rejected the hint it had coming.She scoffed as a tear finally slipped her eye."What? Why do you look so surprised, sister? Don't tell me you didn't miss your name. Sorry I had to lend it for fifteen years."Shivers ran through me. I shook my head and took some steps back."Wh... What're you talking about? I'm not Mina, I'm...""Isobel?" She huffed. "You're so pathetic, aren't you? All because you're this... fake nun, you had a dream and picked out the victim to be you? Why? You feel you're incapable
JERAHWe became at alert instantly. I looked at Void, like he could give me immediate answers on who was outside the gate. How could he even tell?He went closer and peeped through the gate. With the speed he'd turned back at Karney and I, I knew there was no goodnews. He took my arm and guided me towards Karney."Quick. Take her out through the back exit." He uttered, his voice gravelly.I was bewildered. "Wh...What's going on?""We've got company. And I don't want you here while they are " He ran towards the house and returned shortly with a gun, some tools and my phone. He gave my phone to me."What the hell are you waiting for? Get her out of here!" He yelled at Karney.Karney grabbed my hand and tried running off with me. I pulled my hand away."But what about you? Why don't we just run off together?" I asked worriedly.He looked at me and smirked. "I never run away from my battles, J; not when they brought it to my home. And trust me, I'm the last perso
His name was Tyler.For a couple of years, he had been working for Don Serpente and definitely knew about his daughter. He knew how ruthless she was and that the last thing she'd do was side with her father's enemies.However, he was heavily confused for the first time. Don. Serpente had assigned him and a few others to be on the lookout for Void. He had gotten info that Void was seen leaving Don. Lucio's apartment. He had a feeling their meeting had something to do with him and wanted to hear from the horse's mouth. Also, he had heard about how very dangerous Void was and wanted to give it a try himself. He hated when there was someone above his reach.So, Tyler was on the lookout, and luckily, he was able to spot Void going into the mall. But what he didn't expect was seeing Wilhemina with Void.He returned to Don. Serpente's abode as quickly as he could to relay the information. Serpente was taking a smoke in the living room and having his feet massaged by a half-naked woman when h
JERAHI slept for a long time after my morning session with Void. I had no idea the sins of the flesh could feel so good - although, I still wasn't proud of it.I'd woken up to find Void on the bed, just sitting on the edge with his head in his palms. He seemed like one in deep thoughts."Are... Are you okay?" I gently asked as I rose up to sit next to him."Yeah," he mumbled.Of course, that was a lie.All of a sudden, I became bothered. I was yet to define what my relationship was with him. Although, there have been little signs of it, he'd never declared he liked me or even cared enough for me. What if he was treating me like he did to every other lady? What if I was nothing but a toy to him? Did he really look like a man that could pay respects to me?"Did Mina say when our father will be coming?" I stood up and asked, going to the table to pour myself a glass of juice."No. But I confirmed from someone that he might've arrived yesterday."I lo
VOID. I watched her fall asleep on the bed, in my arms. I bet she didn't know when she did that. Or maybe she did but just didn't care anymore.I stayed awake all through, reminiscing on the moment. It still seemed unreal - that Jerah had given up her body for me.Why exactly would she? When I had done absolutely nothing to deserve it? Now, she had only made it more difficult getting her out of my mind. And unfortunately, itwas the wrongest time.Father had me in a position I didn't want to be. Now, I was forced to work for him, against Jerah's father. How the fuck did that sound, huh? Definitely dumb.Jerah might not know much about her father. The man might be a díckhead and all, but he still fathered her. And no motherfucker would ever be cool with watching their father get killed. Except for a few motherfuckers, maybe. But definitely not Jerah.But now, I was left with no option but to get it done. So, I needed to cut ties with her. Hell, that was what I
JERAHHe looked at me like I was insane and maybe I was.My heart wouldn't stop pounding in my chest. I was commiting a grave offense, one that was strongly against my doctrine. But what in God's name was wrong with me?This man had been nothing but evil. He had hurt me before, was highly dangerous and had so much blood on his hands. For what felt likeh whole life, I've been against people and things like this. I should be far away from him. But instead, here I was! Wanting so badly to do things I should never dream of doing.This was likely going to change everything. I'd never be able to return to the convent. But how could I? With everything I had been through? With the new truth I was discovering?Yes, Void might be a really dangerous man. A man with a heart of stone. But somehow, I liked him. Perhaps, it happened because he was the first man I'd gotten to spend so much time with. I don't know. But I just know I like him."Do you realize what you're
JERAHI had seen my look-alike again. My sister. I had been in my room, playing with the only toy I had when she came in and insisted I go out with her. I didn't want to, but as usual, she always had a way of forcing me.I followed her out of the house, and for a long time, we walked?"Where are we going, Mina? My legs hurt," I began to gripe."Just shut up and walk, Isobel. This is the reason father sees you as too weak," she taunted.My eyes were almost rimmed with tears. I hated everytime they called me weak. Unfortunately, I didn't have the balls to prove them wrong.She finally stopped walking when we got to a cliff. It didn't sit well with me that we were in front of a cliff."Why are we here?" I asked worriedly, looking around.The area was too quiet, too bushy. And below the cliff was a big body of water. It was definitely not a good place to be."Why is Silas always showing more attention to you than me?" My sister asked.I returned my gaze to he