“L-Leo?” She stammered.Leo smiled softly at her, stroking her cheek. But Evie’s expression was pale.“Come on baby, let’s get you out of here.” He said pulling her into his arms.“W-wait, how did you get in here? Where is Alex?” She shook her head, trying to get away from his hold.Leo frowned but he tried his best to persuade Evie to come with him.“No need to worry about him. Come on, we have to quick…” He carried her bridal style, but Evie pushed him away.“No! I don’t want to! Alex! Alex!”She was in a panic. The scene where an unknown man came to take her away, came back into her mind, and that made her even more scared.“He is not here! You don’t have to worry about him. You are safe now, baby.”Evie cried, trying to escape from his tight hold.“Let me go!” She screamed.His face turned gloomy as he realized that Evie didn’t want him. She chose to stay with that jerk.But she was his. He didn’t know what kind of spell Alex gave her. She will stay with him from now on.Leo put h
Evangeline’s POVI woke up feeling like my head could explode at any second. It was really hurt that I don’t bother to open my eyes.I groaned slowly tried to move my hand and feet. This time, I felt so much easier moving them, not like before.Another good thing after Alex finally stop feeding me with those weird drugs.I knew about the drugs. He told me all about it, how he gave it to me. He injected it or put it on my food and drinks. Made me weak unable to move on my own or even speak.He did that so I didn’t run away or leave him, the thing Alex fear the most.But he never told me how he get it. Or anybody else that he drugged too.Just like Leo said.I remember the last time I’m awake and conscious. Leo dragged me away from Alex’s bedroom and said that he save me from Alex.Which I didn’t ask for it.I knew Alex was doing something horrible by giving me the drugs. But I also knew and understand that he didn’t want to hurt me.He will never hurt me purposely. The way he saw thing
Evie was watering some flowers in the garden. She genuinely loved this beautiful place. It was Leo’s mother’s flower garden.In the backyard, there was some space, not too big, but enough for many species and colors of flower and trees. They were arranged neatly and beautifully, and Evie could see them long enough without she realizing it.Especially the roses. Some of them were planted around the wooden fence and spread their vines covering it. Made the house look like it were lined by beautiful roses that smelled really good.She felt this place was like heaven. At first.But after some days living here, this place was no different than hell for her.At least Leo made it so. “My mother used to take care of this place. She loves flowers so much, just like you do.” Leo said to her, while caressing her head lovingly.Evie didn’t react a bit to his gesture. She was rather tense than melt into his touch.If someone looked at them, they might think that Leo and Evie were a loving couple
Unlike her expectation, Evie was still tense during their drive in the car.She thought that she could breathe in relief as soon as she was out of Leo’s sight.But now, she was even more tense and nervous. She prayed all the way that Apollo really drive her home safely.One thing that she was thankful for was Apollo, didn’t talk to her at all. She was still in shock and pain with all that happen to her these past few days.All she needed was for her mind to be clear and for someone else she knew can protect her and keet her safe.Alexander.Her mind went back to him. Is he alright? Alex will try to find her and search for her anywhere. But she never once heard about him back there.She sat in the middle seat. While Apollo focused on the road, on the driver seat. Sometimes, he would check on her from the mirror, hoping that she would be fine after all the terrible things she’s been through with Leo. She looked so pale and weak like she could fall and faint at any moment.But to his sur
Four people stood around the bed. They were all looking very worried for the pale girl that laying on the soft mattress.Evie was having a high fever. Ever since she fainted, Mrs. Arsen was the one who take care of her the most. After John carried her to the bed, Mrs. Arsen wiped her body and changed her clothes to keep her warm.“The doctor’s here, Mom.”Lee said to his mother that keeps caressing Evie’s head. She looked really worried and sad. Evie was like her own granddaughter this whole time. She is the soft, kind-hearted girl that she had ever met. She didn’t deserve this.“Come on, Mom. We need him to treat her, so she can get better really soon.” John said and brought her out of the room. Let the doctor and the nurse entered the bedroom.Mrs. Arsen nodded and walked towards her husband. He was sitting at the long couch in the living room.All of them now were still in Evie’s apartment, as they were searching for some clues of both Alex and Evie’s disappearing.“We have to move
“Grandma? What happens? Why I didn’t know anything?” Evie sobs.Her mind was full of speculation. What else Alex didn’t tell her? Did he lie?“Here drink first. I already told Lee to prepare your meal earlier. You need food and drink first, my child.” Mrs. Arsen told her and Evie could only nod. She didn’t have the energy to say no.She didn’t know why, but lately, she always felt like throwing up if she looked at any kind of food. Even cakes. She thought it might be because she was always afraid of Leo who brought her food before he treat her badly.After drinking a glass of water. Evie felt a little refreshed.“Why didn’t we ask the police for help?” Evie asked her softly.“My child. We can’t tell the police about this matter, because… It will lead them to other things…” She sighed heavily.“The Wayne family was running not only some legal businesses but… underground business, which I believe you want to ask young master directly about it…” She cleared her throat.“What?” Evie’s eye
Lee knocked on the door of Evie’s bedroom and he could hear his mother tell him to come in.Lee opened the door with his left hand his other hand was holding a tray full of meals and fruits.“Your food, Miss.” He said bowed politely.As much as he was a straightforward person that always make him receive death glare from his brother. He always has to respect his master or the lady of the house. In this case, Evangeline was the first and only candidate for this. So, she had all his respect for her.Then, he finally realized the shock and sadness on Evie’s face. He changed his gaze towards his mother and she was already looking at him with a look that told him, Evie already knew everything.He sighed heavily. It was obvious the young master didn’t tell him anything about the dark secret between the two known families. It was a disgrace for both of the family.But soon, she will most likely be the one who runs the household and all the things in the mansion. She deserves to know everythi
Evie was standing on the side of the road where Apollo drop her two days ago.It was three a.m in the morning, the sky was still lighted by the moon. She was already waiting there as Leo requested.It was a chilly morning. Even though she already wore warm clothes but she still felt a little cold from the breeze wind.Evie took a deep breath and inhale the fresh air to relax. She repeatedly told herself that she could do this. This was at least something that she could do to save him, to meet her Alex again.Soon enough, a black car stopped in front of her and Evie knew this was Apollo.She was right because the next second, Apollo got out of the driver's seat and approached her.He bowed a little before standing straight and greeting her.“Good morning, Miss.”“G-good morning…” Evie answered softly.“I need to check you first before you get into the car.” He said took a step forward.Evie frowned and seemed confused as she tilted her head to the side.Apollo was silent for a moment,