Chapter 1

Samantha had never been one to dream big, her life was simple and it suited her just fine. She came from a small town in the Midwest and had always known that she would eventually work as a maid like her mother before her. So when she landed a job at the luxurious mansion of the billionaire businessman, Alexander Knight, she was thrilled beyond measure. Alexander Knight was a man of wealth and power, with a reputation that preceded him. He was known for his business acumen, his keen intellect, and his icy demeanor. Samantha had heard about him before she had even met him, but nothing could have prepared her for the man himself. She had been working for him for a few months now, and it had been an interesting experience so far.

Alexander was a man of few words, but when he spoke, Samantha found herself hanging onto his every word. He was tall, dark and handsome, with piercing blue eyes that seemed to look right through her. Samantha couldn't deny that she was drawn to him, but she knew that it was a dangerous game to play. One evening, as Samantha was finishing up her cleaning duties, she heard a loud thud coming from upstairs. Worried that something might have happened to her boss, she quickly made her way up the stairs to check on him. When she arrived at his bedroom, she found him lying on the floor, unconscious.

Without thinking, Samantha rushed to his side and tried to revive him. After a few minutes, Alexander slowly came to, his eyes opening to reveal a look of confusion. Samantha was relieved to see that he was okay, and she helped him back onto the bed. As she was about to leave the room.Alexander called out to her, his voice low and husky. "Stay with me, Samantha," he said. "I don't want to be alone right now." Samantha hesitated for a moment, unsure of what to do. But when Alexander reached out and took her hand, she knew that she couldn't refuse him. And so, she sat with him in his bed, her heart racing as they talked late into the night. It was the beginning of a dangerous game that neither of them could resist.

Alexander was a man used to getting what he wanted, and Samantha couldn't deny that she was drawn to him in ways that she didn't understand. As the weeks went by, Samantha found herself falling deeper and deeper into a world that she knew she shouldn't be a part of. She tried to resist Alexander's advances, but she found herself powerless against his charm and his intense gaze. And then, one fateful night, everything changed.

Samantha discovered that she was pregnant with Alexander's baby. She knew that she had to get away, but she also knew that she couldn't hide from him forever. The question was, would she be able to escape before it was too late?

Feeling helpless and alone, She decided to leave the Alexander's mansion before anyone could find out about her pregnancy. She packed a small bag with some clothes and other essentials and made her way to the door, her heart racing with fear.

As she stepped out of the mansion, she saw a black SUV parked on the street. A man in a dark suit was standing next to it, his arms crossed over his chest. He is one of the guards in the estate. He looked up as Samantha approached and she could see the surprise in his eyes.

"Where do you think you're going?" he asked in a stern voice.

"I'm leaving," Samantha replied, trying to sound confident.

"Without telling anyone?" the man asked, his tone skeptical.

"Yes," Samantha said, trying to keep her voice steady. "I need to leave for personal reasons."

The man looked at her for a moment and then sighed. "Fine. But I'll need to check your bag before you go."

Samantha handed him the bag and he rifled through it quickly before handing it back to her. "You're clear. But I suggest you don't make any trouble for Mr. Alexander."

With that, the man got back into the SUV and drove off. She stood on the sidewalk for a moment, feeling a wave of relief wash over her. She had managed to escape without being caught.

She made her way to the nearest bus station and bought a ticket to a small town where she had a friend who could take her in. As she waited for the bus, she couldn't help but think about the life she was leaving behind. She had loved Mr. Alexander and now she was pregnant with his child. But he had dismissed her claims and she knew that she could never go back to him.

Samantha's mind was racing with questions and doubts as she stepped onto the bus, wondering what the future held for her and her unborn child.

Samantha walked aimlessly along the busy streets of the city, carrying a small backpack with all her belongings. She had left her job as a maid in a wealthy household, her boss was the father of her unborn child, and she had to leave before her pregnancy became apparent. Samantha knew she had to find a place to stay before it got dark, but she didn't know where to start.

As she turned a corner, she bumped into a tall, dark-haired man. He had piercing blue eyes that seemed to see right through her. She stumbled, but he caught her before she fell.

"Are you okay?" he asked, concern etched on his handsome face.

Samantha couldn't help but feel drawn to him. She had never seen him before, but something about him made her feel safe.

"I'm fine," she replied, trying to steady herself. "Thank you for catching me."

The man smiled and gestured towards a nearby café. "Why don't we go in and sit down for a moment? You look like you could use a break."

Samantha hesitated, unsure if she could trust a stranger. But the man's kind eyes and gentle manner put her at ease.

They walked into the café and took a seat at a table in the corner. The man introduced himself as Jack and ordered coffee for both of them.

Samantha told Jack her story, how she had to leave her job as a maid and had nowhere to stay. Jack listened attentively, nodding sympathetically.

"I can help you," he said finally. "I have a spare room in my apartment, and you're welcome to stay there until you figure things out."

Samantha was grateful for his offer, but she was also cautious. She didn't know this man, and she didn't want to put herself in a dangerous situation.

"I don't know," she said hesitantly. "I don't want to be a burden."

Jack reached across the table and took her hand. "You're not a burden. I want to help you. Please, let me."

Samantha looked into his eyes and saw sincerity and kindness. She felt a sudden surge of gratitude and relief wash over her.

"Okay," she said softly. "Thank you, Jack. I appreciate it more than you know."

As they left the café and walked towards Jack's car, Samantha couldn't help but wonder if she was making a mistake. But she knew she had no other options, and she prayed that Jack was the kind of man he seemed to be.

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Alexander and his wife, Elizabeth, searched every room in their house for Samantha, but she was nowhere to be found. They had checked the kitchen, the laundry room, the living room, and even the storage room, but still no sign of her.

Elizabeth was getting worried, and she kept asking Alexander where Samantha could have gone to. Alexander didn't know what to say to her. He felt guilty for what he had done with Samantha, but he couldn't tell Elizabeth the truth. He just kept assuring her that they would find Samantha soon.

As they walked through the hallway, Elizabeth suddenly stopped and gasped. "What is it?" Alexander asked, concerned.

Elizabeth pointed to the door of their bedroom. "The door," she said. "It's slightly ajar. I'm sure I closed it when we left earlier."

Alexander's heart started racing. He knew that Samantha was in their bedroom( he had told her to wait for him there, he never knew his wife will return soon), and if Elizabeth found out, it would be disastrous. He quickly walked over to the door and closed it.

"It's nothing," he said, trying to sound calm. "Probably just the wind or something."

But Elizabeth was not convinced. "Let's check in there," she said, heading towards the door.

Alexander felt his heart sink. He knew he had to think fast. "No, no, let's not disturb Samantha if she's in there," he said quickly. "She might be taking a nap or something."

Elizabeth looked at him suspiciously. "Since when did you start caring about her naps?" she asked.

Alexander stuttered, trying to come up with an excuse. "I...I don't know, I just don't want to disturb her. Let's check the other rooms first."

Reluctantly, Elizabeth agreed, and they continued their search. But Alexander's mind was racing. He had to find a way to get Samantha out of the house before Elizabeth found out the truth. 

Samantha wasn't there, Elizabeth knows what to do, she has read Samantha's movement before she left. She quickly walked ahead of her husband before he will discover what she wants to do.