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Gustavo (Pov)I know coming was a mistake, but I felt I left things back at the office on the wrong foot, I needed to set things right, I hate hurting her, but sometimes she leaves me no choice. I stared at the door that was just being shut in my face, I should have responded, I should have said something, why couldn't I, of course am hers, and forever will be. My whole body ached, today was a lot, I thought seeing her would ease some of my pain and ache, but instead, it just added to it.*********(Gemini pov)The car was moving at full speed, Avina the mixed Asia beauty face radiating pure euphoria“Tonight’s going to be epic” Avina yelled, her dark hair dancing in the wind“Hey, be careful” Benson yelled, slamming the brake as the speedometer hit 60km. “Don't be reckless, Avina”“Guys, I still wanna live” Penelope clutched onto me for support. “ this was a bad idea, we should have taken a cab, these two are InSaneFor two years Benson and Avina had been inseparable since they met at an underground rave. He couldn't stop yapping about her, as if love had consumed his very being, and now racing through the night, it was evident that they were a perfect fit“Benson, are you for real” I chipped in, I still felt drained and heartbroken after the little drama that transpired between me and Gustavo but I wasn't going to let that ruin my fun and also I didn't wanna die“ relaxed G, I got this under control, right babe,” he said as he kissed Avina passionately in front of Penelope and I“Ewe, gross, Ben” Penelope said her face irritated“Get a room, guys” I chipped inBenson suddenly parked in front of Club Hotburn as it was boldly displayed on the headboard. We all got out, the line seemed long but Benson always had his way of getting us in.“Hey man,” Benson said as he complimented the big hefty bouncer that stood outside. Benson offered him cash as he smiled and let us all in“Still got it” he beamed full of pride“Oh, let's say we give it up for bento” Penelope hailed himI couldn't help but laugh, being around these guys was pricelessAs we stepped in we were greeted by a pulsating beat that resonated throughout the space. The dimmed light sets the mood, creating an atmosphere that is both lively and intimate. The air is filled with a mix of excitement, anticipation, and the scent of fragrant perfume as the crowds mingle and dance to the rhythm of the music.Benson and Avina dancing to the beat took off to the dancing floor.“ wanna dance, my fair lady,” Penelope said in a chivalry way, her hand stretched outA smile formed on my face, as I took her hand. “Why not” We both head to the dance floor, dancing and feeling to the beat of the rhythm as the DJ takes control of the decks, seamlessly transitioning between genre and tracks that resonate with the crowd's mood keeping them on their feet and moving to the beatFeeling tipsy and alive, I headed to the bar for water.“A glass of water” I yelled over the deafening music. I scanned the crowd, my eyes locked on a figure in the VIP section. He held my gaze, unmoving.The dangerous aura radiated from him, his black vintage shirt fitting perfectly on his muscular frame. his wild hair added to the seductive chaos. With the club's colorful LED light blurring his eyes, his intoxicating presence ruined my sensesHe suddenly stood up and made his way toward me, I tried to avoid his approach as I faced the bartender, embarrassment washing over me, he stood beside me, and his cologne filled my nose. A scent that enticed“ hello love, care if I buy you a drink,” his voice was low, raw, alluring and sent shivers down my spineI choked on my water, what was wrong with me, get your shit together Gemini, I smiled, now facing him“I think I have had too many tonight, I pass” I drank all my water in one full sipHis eyes stare at the glass, and a sly grin appears on his face. “ do you want that filled up” he asks, his eyes cold but yet mild staring at me, not moving an inch“What” My head was a mess, who was he and what was he doing to me“ your water love, you look thirsty” My eyes followed his as I stared at the glass in my hand, shy and embarrassed, I let go of the glass,“Am good” I bit my lower lips in uneasiness, his finger gently touching my lip as he caressed it softly, he leaned closer and whispered“Stop biting”.My breath seized as my whole world crumbled before me, I held onto the bar table for support as he held me by my waist, in an attempt to save me from falling, I don't know who he was or cared about it either but whatsoever he was doing to me, I wanted more.I grabbed onto his neck, his eyes searching mine, I wanted this man, I wanted to feel him, kiss him, I wanted him inside of me. I yearn to be consumed by his presence“ want to go somewhere private” I heard myself askingA mysterious grin appeared on his face, his brows furrowed as he pulled me up.“Where to love” he was closer, his warm breath filled with whiskey brushed off my skin sending shivers down my spine.“ do you have a car” I fumble with my hairHe gently moved a strand of my hair from my face, he was beautiful, like a sculptured art.“A car? I do” he dangles his keys in my face. “ shall we” he steps aside as I walk passed him toward the exit doorI stood outside, as the cold night breeze brushed against my face. He stood beside me, his imposing status giving off a seductive posture.“ where's the car” My eyes search around the parking lotHe leaned behind me, his breath warm on my neck as he directed my eyes toward a black beauty, his car was just like him, it radiated power, sophistication, and prestige. I turned my face towards his, who was he and why did I feel this way towards a stranger, with Gustavo, it was calm, but with him, it was more than I ever requested.“What do you say, we take it for a ride love” his words brushed off my skin as he confidently strolled toward the parked car, effortlessly unlocking it. Anticipation crackled in the air as I found myself being drawn towards him, my heels echoing with each step on the well-tiled floor.Without hesitation, I approached him, feeling the heaviness of his presence enveloping the car. The door sealed shut behind me, and he settled into the driver's seat. The click of his keys blends with the pulsating song that now fills the car.“Hold on love,” he said as he stole one final glance at me, a mischievous smirk curled his sculpted lips as He drove off at full speed.My eyes could not help but stare at his tattoo, it was beautifully drawn on his left hand upwards towards his chest area, as a slight opening of his vintage shirt exposed a little area of his built torso“ so where are we going” I asked as I tried to peek outside the tainted glass“Scared now, love” his voice mocking as he kept his eyes on the route. “ don't worry, I won't bite” he smiled, beautiful dimples appearing on his cheeksWe arrived. My eyes fixated on the towering skyscraper, its every window radiating a luster glow. He passed his car key to the security guy, then grasped my hand tightly, guiding me towards the opened space lobby. Standing before the elevator, anticipation surged through me, my heart pounding. As the numbers decreased downward, a satisfying chime echoed, and we stepped inside“Nice penthouse” I managed to say, trying to break the silent and awkward lift. He said nothing, his expression cold as he focused on the number leading to the top floor. My throat felt dry as I tried to brace myself, what was his problem, one minute he was flirting, then the next minute he was cold.As the elevator door opens, he walks out and heads toward a huge mahogany wooden door, I have lived enough in many of dad vacation houses to see one of these. The door was a piece of art itself as it showcased meticulous craftsmanship, floral motifs, and geometric patterns, displaying a fusion of classical and contemporary design.He unlocks it as we step in, the living room is designed to maximize comfort and sophistication, featuring plush furniture, a Morden day fireplace, and state-of-the-art entertainment systems. It was perfect.“Follow me” he gave out a commanding statement. I froze, I was not his puppet for him to tell where to go or where not to go, what was his deal? He halted when he noticed I wasn't behind him.“ what are you doing, this way”.Unable to resist my overwhelming curiosity, I couldn't help but trail after him as he gracefully unlocked the door, and walked in, my feet led me into his bedroom, meticulously crafted with an artistic touch. A cascaded curious glance swept the room, scanning for his presence until my eyes laid on him, he stood tall and shirtless as he poured himself a glass of whisky, his shirt sprawled on the huge bed, he oozed an undeniable attraction that undeniably beckoned me in.“Care for a drink,” he asks as he slowly walks toward me, he is close now, and I stare at his tattooed bare body“No thanks, am fine” I politely declined, feeling satisfied with my current state. The atmosphere in the room grew increasingly stifling and uncomfortable. I took off my leather jacket casually tossing it onto a nearby couch. As our gazes locked, his piercing frosty eyes levied me. With panic bubbling inside, I desperately wish for some sort of intervention.Intrigued, his hand ventured towards my neckline, gently caressing my skin. Drawing closer, his seductive hazelnut eyes intensified, fixated on my lips. Succumbing to his desires, he passionately pressed his mouth against mine, causing me to uncontrollably moan in satisfaction. Simultaneously his hands found their way to my thigh, effortlessly lifting me and placing me on the table nearby.His fingers swiftly slid beneath my red-laced panty, creating a space for him to play with my intimate area. The unexpected sensation overwhelmed me as he slyly thrust his finger inside, instigating a gasp to escape my lip. A wicked grin plastered across his face, his gaze fixated on mineMy fingers dug into his bare skin as he hit a particularly sensitive spot, pushing me closer to the edge. The intensity became unbearable; he was driving me to the brink of orgasm, without hesitation, he swiftly unzipped his pants, but then paused, gripping my hand tightly. I stared at him intently, enthralled by his cold yet suddenly luminous eyes with a soft and delicate whisper, he continued….“I want you to beg for it love” My world stopped as a devilish grin appeared on his lip, with a hot sensation erupting inside of me, my breath quickened.“ Fuck me please”.(Don't repeat those mistakes)(Simon pov)***********In the warm morning sun, her flawless skin glowed, complimented by her golden silk blond hair. Fascinated by her beauty, I couldn't help but stare. As I reached out to caress her face, she suddenly flinched, a perplexed expression crossing her face."What the fuck are you doing" she exclaimed, pulling away slightly "Oh, I thought you had something on your face" I quickly summed up, trying to brush off the awkwardness.She grabbed her phone and glanced at it with a frustrated sigh, sitting up and reaching for her scattered clothes."Fuck" she muttered under her breath, hastily shifting the bedsheet to cover her boobs "Nothing I haven't seen love, they were glorious" A wicked grin appeared on my face, I could tell she was angry but I loved it, it made her more sexy.(Gemini pov)***********Late and disoriented, I impatiently threw on my dress, and grabbed my heels, bag, and jacket, desperately scanning the room to guarantee I had
(Like a soaked little puppy)*************"I hope I hadn't kept everyone waiting. The traffic in New York is dreadful" A sincere smile formed at the corners of his lips as he took a sit opposite me.My hands turned sweltering as he assured me of our meeting, making me wonder if he was joking. My dad coughs lightly bringing me back to reality."Mr. Sinclair, I would love to introduce you to my daughter, Gemini," Dad said eagerly, his face illuminating with a smile."She will be giving the presentation" All eyes were on me, and Gustavo's face turned pale as he gestured, questioning if my dad was serious. "I'm looking forward to it, Gemini," he said, his voice smoothly articulating my nameI stood up, adjusting my outfit and clutching the piles of documents tightly in my hands. I knew this was bound to be a disaster. I gave my dad a pleading look, but he brushed it off.Gustavo, aware of how this would inevitably end, placed a hand on his brows as he furrowed it. How dare he! My
(Own your title)How dare he" I murmured. My hand gripping hard on the steering wheel. I was never fond of driving, having obtained my driver's license At the age of 16. I received my first car on my 16th birthday, but after driving it twice recklessly, I nearly caused a fatal accident."How dare they??" I shouted aggressively marching the speed brake as the rain started pouring down.I rang the doorbell with aggression. Exhausted and wet, I checked my phone was 10:00. Was he not home, or was he also purposefully ignoring me? Determined, I was about to ring the doorbell one last time when the door swung open."Hey," a smile appeared on my face as he stared at me in disbelief. "Can I come in?" I ask politely as he lets me in."Are you okay? what happened?" he asked, his eyes filled with genuine concern as I hugged him tightly. He smelled like he just stepped out of the shower."G" he called softly, His Emerald green piercing eyes into mine." I want to forget everything, make me forget
(Memories)As I stepped into my unlocked dorm room, my exhausted eyes fell upon Penelope, who was completely engrossed in her artwork "I thought you were taking a break from painting," I asked, taken aback by her seriousness. She was usually the life of the party, so seeing her so focused was a bit strange "I was, but Tate called. She said she had an opening for my art and mentioned that new investors were in town" Penelope explained, briefly glancing at me. "What happened? You look awful." "I had a terrible day" I sighed, dropping down onto my bed. I checked my phone and realized it was already 11:30 pm. Exhaustion washed over me, reminding me of the long day I had ahead of tomorrow "I might need to borrow you for the whole day tomorrow" Penelope announced, her voice carrying a sense of urgency "The whole day" I asked. Both curious and hesitant. "Yeah" she responded , continuing to paint as she spoke. "I need to check out the art gallery venue. I want to find a perfect spot". "
(The art exhibition)I felt a sense of uneasiness as her gazes shifted uncontrollably giving me a death glare. It had been an hour since I arrived, and at first, she ignored me but later asked me to wait. So there I sat, admiring the structures and decor of the main office.“Maybe you could try calling him again, I have been waiting for hours,” I said, my voice getting irritated “You can't yell at me Miss, or I might have to call security, go back, sit down, and wait,” the hot brunette sitting at the receptionist's desk replied, her eyes glaring at me, before returning to her laptop.“Excuse me Lady but I never yelled at you,” I said, feeling my anger rise, she was pushing my patience to its limits. “I don't know or care, if this is how you treat other visitors, but am not one of them” I warned, my voice dead serious.She stared at me surprised, her gaze unmoving.“ when your boss comes back, tell him Gemini Victoria Saint stopped by” I added, noticing the surprise on her face“
(A white lie)My heart sank a little at the news. The painting held so much sentimental value to me and losing it felt like losing a piece of my mom."Why would you sell it?" I couldn't hide the disappointment in my voice, a tinge of frustration seeping in. Tracy's smile faltered slightly, sensing my disappointment."Calm down G, you are yelling" Penelope's voice sooth in, trying to calm my enveloping anger "You don't get it, Penelope, that painting had my mom's initials, it was probably stolen and auctioned here, I bet Grandma doesn't have a clue of such a transaction, seeing she has been busy a lot" I chipped in."I'm sorry Victoria, I had no idea, and am currently not in charge of handling this stuff, I was asked by your grandma to organize the auction for some of the artwork in the house and I didn't pay attention to all the artwork that was brought in. And we can't just leave some artwork and focus on the newest, auctioning them out seems like the best way of handling them" she e
Reunion "I heard you came over," she said, her voice dripping with mockery. I watched her in horror, knowing that she was pretending, but her acting skills were so good that it only fueled my hatred for her even more."You should stay for dinner, my love," she continued, her words laced with cruel intentions. "It looks like you haven't been eating well. You appear so pale.""Well, when you have a thief in your midst, it's bound to happen, I suppose," I replied, my voice filled with anger. "Stealing artifacts seems to be her expertise, along with stealing my happiness."Before I could deliver a final blow to her verbally, a familiar voice interrupted me. It was Gustavo, standing behind me now, his gaze fixed on me. I couldn't believe what he was doing. Who gave him the right to interrupt me? I forced a smile and walked away, heading towards the front door."Gemini!" Gustavo called after me, catching my hands to stop me. His eyes scanned the surroundings to ensure we were alone.
(Inheritance)Since the incident at the birthday party, things have taken a turn for the worse. The meeting seemed to drag on forever, and I could feel the piercing stares of my dad and Gustavo directed at me. Were they looking at me?"Has Simon reached out to you, Gustavo?" my dad inquired with curiosity evident in his tone. Gustavo, seemingly calm despite their previous altercation at Simon's father's birthday party, responded, "No, sir.""I'm not paying all of you to simply say no. Figure it out, we need Simon here. He's a valuable asset that we can't afford to lose," my dad sternly addressed the room. "We need him before the next scheduled meeting. This meeting is adjourned.""Mary, is he inside?" I asked, concerned."He is. Should I let him know you're here?" Mary offered, reaching for the intercom."No need. It's urgent. I'll go in myself," I swiftly responded, noticing Mary's anxious expression. "I promise I won't get you in trouble."With a soft knock, I pushed open the glass
~SHADOWS AND SECRET ~Gustavo’s grip on Jerome’s collar tightened, his knuckles turning white. “I mean it, Jerome—stay the hell out of my business.”Jerome merely smirked, completely unfazed by Gustavo’s aggression. He was about to make a snide remark when a familiar voice interrupted them. “What the hell is going on here?”Both men turned to see Ciara standing at the entrance of the dimly lit hallway, her arms crossed over her chest. Jerome straightened his jacket and flashed her a sly smile. “Ah, Mrs. Saint, always a pleasure.” He dipped his head mockingly before brushing past Gustavo, leaving without another word. Ciara watched him go before turning her sharp glare to Gustavo. “What are you doing?” she hissed. “Do you have any idea how reckless you’re being? The last thing we need is unnecessary attention.”Gustavo exhaled sharply, running a hand through his hair. “He’s a snake, Ciara. You shouldn’t trust him.”Ciara rolled her eyes. “And you think I don’t know that?” She ste
~AN ICON~The news of Victoria Greyson’s passing spread like wildfire through New York. It was a somber day for both the Saint and Greyson families. At her grandmother’s estate, Gemini sat motionless in the grand living room, her hands resting on her lap. People flowed in and out of the house, offering their condolences, but to her, their words felt hollow. "What did they really know about my grandmother?" she thought bitterly, her gaze distant. Her eyes followed her Uncle Brandon as he moved through the crowd, forcing himself to smile while shaking hands with guests. He was doing his best to be strong, but Gemini could see through it. His mother was gone. His sister—Gemini’s mother—had been taken from him years ago. And now, he was all alone. “Gemini, sweetheart,” Aunt Vivian spoke softly, placing a warm, concerned hand on Gemini’s back. “Why don’t you go upstairs and rest for a while?”Vivian watched her husband niece carefully. Gemini hadn’t spoken much since the guests s
~A HOUSE WITHOUT A SOUL~ The call came unexpectedly—just like the day my mother’s car crashed. "Gemini," my father had called. My eyes lifted from the strawberry cake I was holding. It was my mom’s favorite. "Your mother," he began, his voice cold as ever. The smile on my lips faded the moment he mentioned her name. "She isn’t coming home, sweetheart. She died in a car crash."He said it as if it were something an eighteen-year-old girl would want to hear. The cake slipped from my hands, crashing onto the floor. Tears streamed down my face. And just like that, my mother was taken from me. Now, here I was again, gripping the steering wheel so tightly my knuckles turned white, trying to stay calm. "Please, please, just hold on until I get there," I whispered, biting my lower lip nervously. I shook my head, trying to push back the tears burning behind my eyes. "Please… Damn it!" I yelled, slamming my horn repeatedly as the car in front of me refused to move fast enough.
~DEAD PEOPLE STAY DEAD~Gemini carefully placed her belongings into the boxes in front of her. She had gotten them from the staff earlier, determined to move her things as quickly as possible. Staying in this house, under the same roof as her father, was no longer an option. Her gaze fell on a framed photo of her and her mother. A sudden thunderclap filled the air. “It’s raining,” she whispered, brushing her fingers over the glass. “Mom always loved the rain.” She exhaled softly, placing a hand on her stomach. Rising from where she sat, Gemini walked toward the open balcony, lifting her head to the darkened sky. The sound of a car pulling into the driveway made her shift her focus. Peering down, she watched as a sleek black car came to a stop. The door unlocked, and two figures stepped out, black umbrellas obscuring her view. Her brows furrowed. They were here to see her father. Quickly, she stepped back from the balcony before they could spot her and made her way to th
~YOU ARE MINE STILL~Gustavo made his way out of the kitchen toward the living room exit, a mischievous glint in his eyes as he spotted Gemini approaching. “Hey,” he called out, a fake smile plastered across his lips. Gemini’s brows furrowed in annoyance, but she forced herself to stay calm. Now was not the time to get upset. “You have a little…” Gustavo said, reaching out to brush a smudge of lipstick from the corner of her lips. She recoiled instantly, slapping his hand away as she glared at him. *Shameless bastard,* she thought, wiping her lips with the back of her hand. “No ‘thank you’?” he mused, feigning disappointment. “You’re getting ruder by the day, Gemini, and I don’t like it.” His tone was teasing, but the threat beneath it was unmistakable. “I wouldn’t be if you learned to keep your hands to yourself—especially off someone else’s wife,” she shot back, disgust evident in her voice. Gustavo chuckled, shaking his head. *Someone else’s wife.* It was funny. No ma
~GREEDY AMBITION~There was nothing more they could do but wait for Nanny Lauren to call, as Simon had suggested. Gemini walked him to his car. “Are you sure you don’t want me to stay and help you pack?” he asked, concern obvious in his eyes as they flickered from her to the house. Gemini smiled, her hand gently holding his. “As much as I love your company, I know you’re a busy man. Don’t let me keep you,” she said, hoping it would convince him to leave. This was her family’s problem, and she was going to solve it herself. She would get to the root of everything. “I’ll be visiting my grandma. I heard her health has gotten worse.” Simon’s expression softened. “How are you coping with that?” Gemini had always been close to her grandmother, staying by her side ever since she was diagnosed. Now, she was losing another family member, and the thought terrified her. “Well… I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t scared as hell. But Uncle Brandon is still around—that’s a good sign.” She
~MINE ALONE~Gemini pulled away from Simon’s hold, her hands clenched into fists as she bit her lower lip until she tasted copper. “I won’t forgive any of you if anything happens to Nanny Lauren,” she said, her voice unwavering. “Especially you, Father.” She was done. Done with his tricks, his lies, his cruelty. She refused to break—especially not in front of them. “What a stupid brat,” Mr. Saint growled through gritted teeth. His cold eyes bore into his daughter. He should have disowned her long ago, but he couldn’t. Not now. Not when she was the key to everything Maya left behind. Those damn documents. He needed to get his hands on them—before Gemini did. “You never fail to disappoint me, Gemini,” he said, his tone dripping with hate. “It’s almost tragic that we’re related.” His gaze shifted toward the doorway. Gemini instinctively followed his eyes, and when they landed on him, her stomach twisted. Gustavo.That bastard.“I hope I’m not interrupting a family momen
~MORE THAN A MAID~Sunlight streamed into Gemini’s room as she slowly opened her eyes. She stared at the small bird chirping on the balcony, its tiny frame hopping along the railing. Last night’s conversation with Simon echoed in her mind. "A family," Gemini whispered, a soft smile curving her lips. Sitting upright, she let her hand rest on her belly, gently caressing it. She looked around the room—it felt familiar, comforting. She was back in her space. She sighed. Reaching for her phone, she noticed a missed call from Nanny Lauren. Frowning, she dialed the number back, pressing the phone to her ear. It rang. And rang. No answer. That was odd. Nanny Lauren always picked up her calls immediately. She tried again. Nothing. And then a third time. Still nothing. "Strange," Gemini murmured. She placed the phone back on her nightstand. *I’ll just see her at Dad’s place later when I go to get my things,* she decided before pushing the thought aside and getting out of b
~GETTING RID OF PROBLEMS~Nanny Lauren's face turned pale as she listened in on their conversation. Madam Ciara had been poisoning Sir Saint. She knew she couldn't stay there for long before someone caught her spying. She needed to inform Ma’am Gemini. *These people are devils. How could they?* she thought. “Why are you so surprised, Ciara?” Gustavo asked, a satisfied smile spreading across his face. “You think I don’t know about all your dirty dealings?” He took a slow, deliberate step toward Tiara, his eyes assessing her from head to toe. She was trembling—it was almost pathetic to watch. “How dare you threaten me with that?” Mrs. Ciara spat, her hands clenched into fists. “You think if I go down, you won’t go down with me? I know all about the funds you've been siphoning from Saint.” Gustavo smirked. He was impressed that she still had the guts to stand up to him. But he also knew she wouldn’t do anything with that information. “Should I be scared? Compared to me, you