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,
“What do you say, baby?” Leo lean closer to the side of her head and whispered the words to her ear. Evie’s eyes were already brimming with tears. She tried so hard not to cry but it seemed that she would fail soon.Leo stared at her eyes and gave her a sharp stare.“Why? You know I can’t do that…” Her shaky voice came along with her sobs.Leo laughed, threw his head back, and laughed like a madman. Evie was so terrified that she froze in her place.A second later, Evie screamed as Leo suddenly grabbed her shoulder roughly and shook her violently.“Why!” He growled at her face.Evie closed her eyes and the tears flowed down her cheeks. She didn’t dare to look at his murderous eyes.“Open your eyes and look at me, you damn woman!” He shook her body making Evie cry helplessly and wince from the pain. She braved herself and opened her teary eyes.“Tell me now baby, why you can’t do that with me? I know you did it a lot with him! Oh, are you playing innocent now, huh?” He hissed against h
Alexander’s POV “Wow… you empty the plate today, handsome. That’s really impressive.” The disgusting woman’s voice could be heard as she collected the empty plate from the floor. I jerked my hand as soon as I felt her on my skin. This woman is a disgusting slut, I didn’t even want to open my eyes to look at her hideous face. “Still feisty aren’t you?” She chuckled. “Lucky for you, today I won’t inject you the drugs. Boss said he wants to talk and he wants you in the proper and best condition. So, please wake up when he is here…” She talked with her made-up sweet voice and I want to vomit. But I didn’t react or even move my eyelids. I could hear her walk away, open the cell bar, and close it again. When I’m sure she was far away. I opened my eyes and gaze around without moving my head. At first, I thought he place me in jail. This room looked like one. A small square room with a toilet in the corner. They used a huge padlock, along with a long iron chain around the bars. The