Agatha's POVI stared deadpanned as Bella crouched down to her knees, almost touching my feet. She pleaded for help, something I couldn't give her. No way! She was my enemy. This lady was the one who betrayed my brother and destroyed his feelings. How could I help her?I cleared my throat as I listened to her sniff, but I wasn't taken aback, instead, I glared at her. “Get up and leave, Bella. I don't remember having an appointment with you,” Instantly, she glanced up at me with tears in her eyes and for some seconds, I felt relief washed through me. She seemed sincere. She was owning up to her mistakes and lest I forget... Likewise, she was also pregnant.That was when I noticed she was barefootedI curved my brows at her. “You mentioned that you are going to be killed?” I asked, and she nodded.“Yes... Yes,” What the hell? Who was going to kill her?“You have to leave, I'm sorry, but I can't help you.” I shunned and made to walk into the building when she stopped me again, still i
Bella's POV“W-what?” I stuttered, my jaw dropped. She shrugged her shoulders. “Yes, or don't tell me you're scared to?” She grinned wider.“Do you realize what you're asking me to do? You're trying to throw me back to a lion's den. I don't want to be killed, Agatha!” I bit out like I was explaining every detail to her.“I know. I realize that, but didn't you just say you'll be able to help me in any way you can? Trust me or not, I need you to go back, but you won't be hurt. There will be secret men ready to save you incase he tries to do anything to you.” She replied.“But... It's still risky. He's ravenous,” I drawled as I gulped nervously. Going back to that mansion was the last thing I wanted to do. “I'm aware of that as well, but is that too much to ask? I helped you remember? You were the one who came to me for help...” She trailed off.Okay, she made a point there.So I cleared my throat with determination and nodded. “I will do that. What will I get in return? I need protect
Bella's POV “Beep me if you suspect anything weird. I will be in contact with you,” Agatha said as we walked out of the house. “You shouldn't worry about me, thank you.” I mumbled and she assured me with a nod. “The men will trail behind you. A cab will take you there so he won't suspect a thing.” She added. “Okay,” I watched as she walk away to the six huge men in black suits and sunglasses, and she whispered things to them. Soon, I boarded a cab to Aaron's mansion while they trailed behind in one of Mr Landon's car. Adrenaline rushed into my spine as I fiddled with my fingers. I had to do this for the sake of the Sloan. I guessed it was my time to return the favor to them, and I didn't mind if I was going to bring myself to my own grave. My stomach twisted in a knot. “We are here, ma'am!” The driver announced, and drifted me out of my thoughts as I stepped out of the car. I took in a sharp breath, taking my time to survey the gate. The securities I installed were now
Agatha's POV“What did you just say?!” I asked dumbstruck as one of the hired men's voice came from the other end.“Ms Bella passed out, ma'am, and they are currently moving her to the hospital.” One of them replied.I didn't hesitate to hang up as I grabbed my bag that was already lying on the couch when Dad tried to stop me.“I have to go after them, Dad. They might hurt her!” I rebutted, turning around to face him.Dad's forehead formed few worried lines that'd stressed his health as he stared at me. “You don't have to go there to see her, it's risky.” He pointed out. Understood. I understood his point anyway, but I needed to check on how she was doing. Why would she place herself at the risk of death?That bitch.“I understand you're trying to protect me, Dad, but I have to go.” I bid him a brief goodbye kiss and took my leave.Fortunately, the hired men trailed behind them and found the location of the hospital, which they texted me within a few seconds ago.Bella was an optio
Aaron's POVMy gaze fixated on Agatha as I noticed how unease she stood on her spot, still clutching tight to her bag like it'd be stolen from her any moment.“Since when did you become numb to answer my question?” She snapped, jerking me out of my thoughts.“Oh,” My lips curled up into a smile at her, and she rolled her eyes. “Do you have any evidence that I took her?” The smile on my face disappeared into a knowing grin as I asked.“The nerve of you to still deny it, Aaron. How much lower can you stoop?” She scoffed— My fist tightened.“Whenever you have evidence to prove that I have Laura with me, then you can come settle it privately.” I muttered.“We aren't done talking, Aaron!”“What were we discussing again?” I asked with a pretence smile which angered her cause her face was all reddened.“Obviously, I'm sure you aren't daft. Where's Laura and where did you keep her?” She repeated.“I thought we were done talking about that, Agatha? I have no clue where she is, and will you...
Bella's POV “I will do just that, Mr Walker. Thank you again!” “Thank you, Doc.” Tears slipped out of the corners of my opened eyes which has been staring at the ceiling walls since I woke up. I clearly heard Aaron's conversation with the Doctor in charge of my health. I heard him deny our baby—He wasn't the father. I gripped the bedspread of the bed I laid on with anger and infuriation. How much I wished I were chanced to get up and fucking leave at that moment, but I couldn't. I felt useless... How could he deny us? I placed my hand that was receiving IV fluid on my baby bump and rubbed steadily as tears kept slipping out of my eyes. The door flew open again, and like whom I expected... He walked in. I watched as he swept his hair backwards, his gaze taking me whole, and then he dipped his two hands into his pants pocket like nothing had happened. “You're awake. Finally,” He said, his voice low and flat, and then I looked away from him. Not like I wanted him here
Bella's POV“And you aren't scared that he might launch an attack?” Came Agatha's voice again from the receiver.Wasn't it obvious? He tried killing me countless times so it was nothing new. “Yes, I'm not.” I replied straightforwardly. “No, you do not understand what I'm-”“I clearly understand you, Agatha. And it's you I need right now.” I cut her off.“You need my help?”I sighed then nodded like she could see me even though it was simply a phone conversation. “Yes. I want to leave the hospital as quick as possible, but I'm being restricted by the doctor, who is weird,” I explained.“And I need you to come over to help me.” I added.A silence enveloped between us until she cleared her throat. “You know that's risky for you... What if Aaron has a secret surveillance to watch you?” She inquired from the other end, and my eyes searched the ward I was placed in for any sight of cameras, but there were none.“He doesn't. Look, Aaron wants to end my life, and I know it's just a matter o
Aaron's POV“Thank you sir, come again next time!” The woman at the cashier table bid me a goodbye as I strolled out of the mall when my phone started to ring at the driveway.My brows knitted when I saw it was Sasha calling and I wondered what went wrong again.“Sasha?” I called, my voice stern and solemn.“It's Bella...” She trailed off.My jaw flexed, my fist folded into a ball as I gritted. “What happened to her? And don't fucking trail off, I want to hear the full details.”“The doctors and healthcare professionals can't find her anywhere in the hospital. She left...” She answered.“She left?” I asked in disbelief. “That bitch. I knew she's been up to no good from the onset. And I don't think she left alone, someone must have helped her.” Sasha said from the end, but I was too daft to pay heed to her.Bella escaped despite my surveillance? Who could have assisted her? And I sware to God, if that person is caught, I wouldn't hesitate to gun that person dead.“No... She can't poss