Zack's POV Alex just stood there staring at me in the silence a smile almost evident on his face. I was holding all of my range and anger towards him. "Oh brother, you seemed so well informed about the deeds of my wife, well are you going to hit your brother because some slut can't handle 2g of herbs?" Wait what? He gave her drugs?! That was it! I threw him 2 dirty flying punches before hitting his stomach and throwing him sideways. He bent and knelt on one knee trying to recover from the hits. How could he give drugs to my delicate flower? What in the heck in wrong with him? How does she feel now? She must be all over the place and hating on the world. What did she ever do to deserve this?My thoughts were interrupted by the sarcastic irritating laugh of Alex who seemed to recover, standing in front of me with a bleeding nose."Oh well shall you see this, I didn't think you'd be this intolerant? Afterall if she had to be part of my world she has to get used to my favourite candy r
Sofia's POV "We have got a situation Sofia," I heard my father's voice echo as I stepped into his office, halting me in my tracks."I'm sure you've been well aware of everything that's been happening, haven't you?" He asked and I nodded, turning my attention to the man seated on one of the leather chairs in his office."I'm talking to you Sofia! This isn't the time to zone out," My father snapped, pulling my gaze back at him."Yes Papa, I'm sorry, I — I was just...""Enough," He said, stepping closer. “That is Micheal Holmes, he's the one who'll be helping us out," my father explained, and I nodded with a smile, happy that the whole mess of the fire was finally coming to an end."She's a good one, James, she's perfect," Micheal Holmes said and I turned back to my father, unsure of the meaning of his words."What is he talking about papa?" I asked, stepping closer to my father."He agreed to help us under a condition," My father added, and I nodded, gulping nervously at the supposed
Sofia's POV I lay on my room's floor until I could feel my breath return to normal. Staring at the walls of my room, each tick of the clock drove a deeper wedge into my chest.The thought of my father's cold eyes as he pronounced my fate in a millisecond.Ring ring ring... The sudden ring of my alarm snapped me out of my reverie, breaking my thoughts."Party time," it read, forcing a tense smile on my face. I was supposed to go party tonight, to have the time of my life, I stilled as the creeping reality of what my future was to become dreaded me.But I wasn't going to let that hold me back, if I was going to be tied to a man because of my father, the least I could do for myself was to give myself an escape for tonight. I had no thought of what my life was to become after I signed that marriage certificate and something was very sure— even if I ran to the depths of the earth, my father would find me.I grabbed my jacket off the rack, throwing it on without a second thought. The burni
Sofia's POV "You might want to keep your distance from me, young man, I'm not interested in whatever kind of conversation you might try to make with me," I snapped, taking another gulp of the drink in my hand."Another one," I motioned to the barman. "You have a very strong resistance to alcohol, don't you?" He asked, taking my glass of drink from the barman."That isn't yours," I said, my words slurry as I moved to take the glass from him, almost falling to the floor in the process.His arms held my waist still in place, holding me from falling to the floor."I think that's enough drink for tonight, young lady," He said, downing the drink instead."Have a driver? Or is anyone here with you?" He asked, and I shook my head, feeling the heat of the alcohol I'd just downed making me flush red."Just two glasses down and you're already a mess," He said, steadying me in his arms."I'll take care of her," I heard him say to the barman who let out a gruff response."Hey stranger, will you
Sofia's POV “How'd you like that Zack?" I asked, staring up at him as he rolled his eyes in pure ecstasy."So much that it makes me want to fuck the brains out of you, and when I do, I want you to remember that whatever man you're to get married to, I'm the only one you'll see in him," He muttered as he leaned closer, his hands trailing the curves of my body before he pulled off the shirt I was wearing, leaving the thin transparent bra I was wearing.I felt a pool of sticky wetness in between my legs as he slowly licked his lips, his hands trailing my cleavages."Do you like it, how'd you think it'd feel if I had my lips around those perky nipples, sucking every bit of life out of it," He muttered, his fingers cupping my boobs before he lowered his lips onto them, grazing his lips over the soft material of the bra.I let out a small sensual moan, clawing my nails at his back. His tongue flicked my nipples through the bra, making me inch my body closer to his, to feel his touch and th
Sofia's POV "You've been out Sofia," My father's cold voice made me shudder as I stepped into the house."I'm being pimped out Father, can't I have at least a night for myself?" I retorted, moving to go into my room."The guards told me you left despite the warning I'd given to you," He said but I gave no response, the throbbing of my legs from the intensity of what happened last night soaring through my body."What if something had happened to you? What would I have to say...""Say to who? The one who I'm being sold to in exchange for saving you?" I snapped with a scoff, watching a small glitch in his reaction."That's not what I'm talking about Sofia, I just need you to understand that I'm doing this for...""I'd really appreciate it if you do not complete those words you want to say, Dad," I said, walking closer to him."What do you want to say? To tell me that you're doing it for my sake, have you thought about the possible consequences of what you're throwing at me Dad, to be ma
Sofia's POV "Take a seat young lady," Michael said, motioning to a chair behind me completely ignoring my statement."Zack," Alex called, staring at Zack with an unsaid emotion."The bride is for me, not you, you're staring as though you're the one she wants to get married to," Alex said, making Zack dart his gaze away from me."I'm sorry, I just thought she really looked like someone I've met before," He said, and I felt my eyes twitch.Was he going to tell them...my father would kill me if he found out about what I did."But it turns out she's not the one, I was just mistaken," He said, smiling to ease the tension."Enough of the long talks Zack, let her sign the marriage certificate she's here for," Alex said, and I felt my body shudder as he stared at me intently.His language was crude, sharp, emotionless, nothing like the Zack I'd spent the night having a series of orgasms in his hands."Sofia," Alex called, glaring as though he was about to tear me open."Keep whatever thought
Sofia's POV The room grew heavier with tension as my father’s eyes widened in disbelief at my response. Alex, still holding the signed papers, leaned back with a smug smirk tugging at the corner of his lips."Well, well," Alex drawled, his tone laced with mockery. "It seems your daughter understands her place now. How refreshing."I shot him a glare but kept my mouth shut. I wasn’t about to give him the satisfaction of seeing me lose control, no matter how much I wanted to wipe that smug expression off his face."My place?" I finally said, my voice steady but cold. "My place is wherever I decide it is, not where you or anyone else dictates."My father stepped closer, his hand clenched into a fist by his side. "Enough, Sofia. You will behave yourself. We are guests here, and Alex is your husband now. Do not make things worse for yourself."I wanted to laugh. Worse? How could things possibly get worse than being sold into a marriage I didn’t want, to a man I despised? But instead, I ti
Zack's POV Alex just stood there staring at me in the silence a smile almost evident on his face. I was holding all of my range and anger towards him. "Oh brother, you seemed so well informed about the deeds of my wife, well are you going to hit your brother because some slut can't handle 2g of herbs?" Wait what? He gave her drugs?! That was it! I threw him 2 dirty flying punches before hitting his stomach and throwing him sideways. He bent and knelt on one knee trying to recover from the hits. How could he give drugs to my delicate flower? What in the heck in wrong with him? How does she feel now? She must be all over the place and hating on the world. What did she ever do to deserve this?My thoughts were interrupted by the sarcastic irritating laugh of Alex who seemed to recover, standing in front of me with a bleeding nose."Oh well shall you see this, I didn't think you'd be this intolerant? Afterall if she had to be part of my world she has to get used to my favourite candy r
Sophia's POV I woke up... I woke up to this world again? The lights of my hospital room flashed harshly into my eyes and I couldn't help but shed a few tears. I didn't want to stand up, I didn't want to move I didn't even want to feel. Why? How could any of this happen, I made sure I made no sound, no scream, no visit, how could they possibly help me before I died.The door of my room opened up and the doctor moved in with papers in her hand. I didn't want to stand nor lay, I didn't feel anything but I could feel the presence of Rae sitting next to me. Silence, it's all I wanted... For eternity."Mrs. Holmes? How are you feeling today?" The doctor asked but I didn't respond, I didn't want to, I couldn't believe that I was still alive, in this hell reality. "You really scared us this time Mrs. Holmes, you lost much blood and your body was running cold when you were brought here. Thankfully we succeeded to bring you back but from now on I'll need you to be extremely careful. Every in
Zack's POVI left the hospital with so much furror in me. That Leyla bitch! Who does she think she is? I can't rightfully do anything to her because she's a family friend and obviously more to Alex but I have to find a way to keep her off Sophia once and for all because her bastard of a husband apparently can't even manage to keep her alive. He's never known how to treat a woman right except for Leyla. I don't know what candy she gives him or what she wants from him, but she definitely needs to learn where her limits lie.I was driven off to the house where I moved up to the second floor and banged off Leyla's door. "Leyla!" I ordered with a menacing tone and all self control I could gather. I heard the sound of the shower cut off instantly and Leyla left the bathroom to the main room where I was standing, water dripping off her completely naked body. She smiled and looked at me, almost pleased."Zack?" She looked at me moving confidently towards me, swaying her hips like a snake and
Leyla’s POVThat slut! Who does she think she is! She attacked like the animal she is! There is no way I’ll let her get away with this. After the punishment of Alex from his father, I’m sure he has found a way to knock her off consciousness for a while. That idiot, I really have him wrapped over my finger, he would basically lick shit for me.But that is not really the point right now, I can’t let that slut take my place in the Holmes family. Its better for me to go and find Alex now, he’ll need someone to relax with and give him some peace, peace that he only gets with me. I walked through the hallway to Alex’s office but to my surprise, he wasn’t there. Oh , I forgot he is off duty for a while, so where has he gone to? I looked for him at the garden, the dining room and the three parlors but he was nowhere to be found.As I had given up, I suddenly heard the bedroom door of Mr and Mrs Holmes close violently. That must be Alex leaving, but Mr Holmes left this morning, meaning he was
Zack's PovIt's been a moment since I've seen Sophia. After the hospital incident, I haven't had time to get to her, I hope she is okay. Sometimes I really fear leaving her in that house with Alex around. But again I can't do anything about it, I've been really busy, hopefully Alex will take more slots this week so I can rest a little. I miss home, I most certainly miss Sophia. Travelling is fun the first few times but it's only thriving when you have good company.I stepped out of the car and went straight to my office. I've still got some little things to do before I can clear my schedule. Maybe then I can have some time with Sophia. I picked up the phone to call my P.A so she could take the paper work I had just done."Stacy, come to my office now", in a few seconds she knocked on the door and I let her in. I gave her some last directions and asked for my schedule for next week."Sir next week you have 3 meetings in London, 2 business deals to conclude in Seychelles and Dubai, with
Sophia’s POVMy chest was burning! Everything was hurting, my bones, my flesh, I couldn’t stop screaming. I felt on my knees and cried for help, I struggled to breath, my skin was been burnt, I felt the mark that it would leave on my chest due to the lightness of my dress. I cried, I cried so hard, I screamed in pain and agony. They both watched me, emotionlessly, almost disturbed by the noise I was making. It was too much; I could die in front of these two bastards and they wouldn’t move a finger. The maids stood around watching me in disbelief.I could glimpse tears leaving Rae’s eyes, sadness and terror covering their faces. “Close your mouth yearning bitch! You did this to yourself! You are disturbing and peace! Head back to the kitchen and bring me better tea!”I couldn’t believe my ears, better tea? She asked for hot tea! The fuck does she think she is? I took every ounce of decency in my body and cooled my feelings, suppressed that hateful irritating feeling. Tried to kill ever
Sophia’s POV“Wake up bitch! You’re not beautiful and important enough to sleep this much. Its time to make my tea,” I was awakened by the piercing voice of Leyla screaming as usual, everything to make my life a living hell. It’s been 5 days since I left the hospital, five days that my husband’s slut is moving me up and down the mansion in his absence , asking me to do all kind of nonsense tasks for her. I’ve been following her like a dog, all the maids have had pitiful looks at me but Leyla… Leyla doesn’t care and will never care.I opened slowly my eyes and threw a glimpse at the window, it was dark, the sky was fill of clouds and the morning birds had not yet began chanting. My body was completely tired, bruised and on the verge of giving up. Every inch of muscle in me hurt and my mind was clouded with thoughts, pain and doubts.“its fucking 5 in the morning Leyla, what do you need a tea for?” I retorted in the most respectful way I could think of because my body wouldn’t stand ano
Sophia's POV My mind couldn't possibly process what was happening. My blood ran cold and my body won't decide to move. I stood there completely baffled by the way Leyla screamed and acted. A bunch of nurses ran into my room only to find Leyla on her arms in front of the door, crying for help and acting like the most scared person ever."It was her! She slapped me and pulled out her knife before cutting me multiple times! I didn't want to do anything to her and tried to be calm but she was hysterical and determined to end me. I pushed her and hit her head for her to fall on the bed and find a way to escape through the door before calling for help!"I was dumbfounded by what just happened before my eyes. How? When? Why?! Why will she never stop making my life a complete hell! What have I ever done to this girl! What will I do about this? No one will ever believe her right? Zack would never! But Alex... He definitely will. I am tired of all of this! He will kill me if it gets to his ea
Sofia's POV I woke up again in a hospital bed. The smell of drugs and antiseptic, I hadn't missed it. My head was pounding and hurting to the highest. My body felt so weak and sour, like a train had rolled over me a thousand times before I got consciousness again. I was pretty confused about how I got there but I was sure that monster did it again. I tried to slowly sit up but my head was spinning again and the pain just kept on increasing."I think you shouldn't be making this much effort." I turned to look at who was talking just to realise it was that vicious snake.. Leyla."Alex went soft on you this time, you were unconscious only for two, guess my absence made him weak" she spat while she comfortably sat on the chair next to my bed crossing her arms and legs and scanning me from head to toe. My blood was boiling and I prayed all the gods in this world to give me the strength not to throw myself at her and do something I might regret. But yet, my actual physical condition would