Olivia’s POV—
Ryan was so angry that his jaws were tight and his veins were popping out of his hands. I don’t know why, but I thought if I speak to him, he will calm down. Suddenly I felt like a monster charmer!
“M-Mister? M-may I talk to you for a moment, P-Please” I stuttered because even though I had pulled up the courage of being a Monster Charmer, yet it was going to be my first time in charming someone and that someone is RYAN!
Ryan looked at me with dilemma but sat beside me.
Olivia’s POV—The day passes by quickly, with me sleeping most of the time having painkillers. At least one thing has changed after my accident, which is rudeness of the cruel monster towards me or maybe my way of seeing him.My fate started presenting me with new situations and new realisations. Ryan turned out to be a rude and arrogant man who behaved like a monster. Even though not a real monster, yet no less than one after all and I have been facing situations which proved it. Situations like the lunch---(Flashback)I was lying on my bed feeling dizzy and tired because of the pain and all the rush since the accident. The X-ray reports will come in the evening and then the doctor will tell the next course of treatment.Suddenly the door opened and Rose came inside pushing a trolley with food. She set the trolley at a side and almost immediately Ryan Marched in followed by Amanda and April.
Olivia’s POV—I was already tired and exhausted with the pain and now this utter chaos left me, drained out of the last bit of energy I had. I sighed and closed my eyes leaning back on the pillows, Rose placed behind me.“I am proud of you Olivia!” Amanda’s voice made me open my eyes and look at her with surprise. Was she really proud of me? But why?Amanda sat on my bed beside me and held my hands in hers. April stood near my head giving me a faint smile of consolation. It was not very clear whether the consolation was for me or for herself! Or was it embarrassment? I didn’t bother much and remained quiet.Amanda asked April, “April, tell Mrs Harper to plate the lunch here for all of us. I know Ryan was angry because I asked Rose to serve Olivia her lunch in the room.”“Mom, are you sure? Do you really think he cares about that?” April frowned and
Olivia’s POV—My entire plan changed in a fraction of second! Now I have to live here with my husband Ryan till I find out about my Santa! I am safe till I recover completely! Because Ryan won’t be able to touch me when my bones are broken! But not only has my plans changed but the situation has too!I have found out that despite my hatred towards Ryan, he gave me goosebumps whenever he touched me. Also I am the only one who can tame the beast named Ryan! It is scary to remember how earlier I was soo scared of Ryan! Not that I am not anymore! But now I have learnt a few tricks to soften him but this softens me as well. That is the scarier part!
Olivia’s POV— Oh God! What is happening to me? His warm lips on my forehead was better than the painkillers. It helped me relax and forget the pain, even if it was for a second or two! But as soon as he retreated, the pain flooded again! I felt as if several bones in my body have crashed and the agony was spreading across my entire body, rising from my leg, shoulder and waist. Ryan moved back and there was pain in his eyes, he turned around probably to keep the glass on the side table. I don’t know from where I got the idea, but I caught hold of his wrist and whispered, “Mister! Y-Your lips….F-felt good!” I couldn’t believe that I actually said that! Neither could Ryan believe! He looked at me as if he has seen a ghost! And me? I was taken aback completely by my own action! I actually said that! The monster always looked as if butter wouldn’t melt in his mouth but with me, he did thing
Olivia’s POV—Everything was happening so fast that I was feeling suffocated. Dr Erik had examined me and said clearly that an implant was necessary, in my leg. He himself would do the surgery. He said if the surgery is done, I will heal in two months, else it will take more than six months to heal completely and even so, I might not heal properly!I closed my eyes and remembered that day in the school when I fell from the swing and broke my hand. He was there that day too! He was a torment then and he is still a torment now!He wants me to have a surgery! I am scared even of needles, how will I face a surgery?? I heard voices around me but nothing went through me! They were mere voices without meaning. I was sweating profusely, scared of the operation. I was having a panic attack, I guess. Since when do I have panic attacks??“Oli! Everything is set. We will fly to New York in an hour!” a
Olivia’s POV—It was two weeks after I was discharged from the hospital and came back to the Bradley’s. It was comforting that Nanny Agatha stayed with me. My parents left for the time being, which was a relief.I woke to a warm and caring hand rubbing gently my head. I opened my eyes with a grin. This feeling always made me feel safe and happy.“Good Morning Olive! How are you feeling today?” The first thing I saw after opening my eyes were Nanny Agantha’s kind eyes.“Good Morning Nanny! I am feeling fine. Just that lying on the bed for weeks makes me feel really too sick!” I said sadly.Nanny chuckled and then brought me my toothbrush. “Here, get ready. We will go out in the garden. The early morning fresh air, will make you feel better.”I frowned. “But how am I going to go out?”Nanny Agatha smiled and went out of the room. She retu
“Olive! Good that you are awake!” Olivia was reading a book lying on her bed. In a few hours it will be lunch time.Past couple of days, her schedule has been the same. She wakes up early morning and Nanny Agatha takes her out in the garden. Ryan joins her for breakfast outside after finishing his gardening. They have breakfast together, just the two of them. Rose arranges everything and leaves. Ryan has ensured that nobody disturbs them when they are having breakfast!This is the only time Olivia chats a little with Ryan to avoid the awkward silence and then he will be gone for the whole day. Amanda said that Ryan has been spending much of his time home, after Olivia’s accident, keeping an eye on her needs and health. But now he has started to go to his office and doesn’t return till late evening.Olivia stretches and smiles, “Nanny! It is time for bath already?”“Yes Olive! And
“Awww..my baby! How are you feeling today?” Caroline kissed Olivia’s cheeks as Rose pushed the wheel chair to her place at the table.“Good.” That is all Olivia mumbled.“Hi Oli! My girl. You will get well in no time and will walk and run again!” Victor said softly from across the table where he sat.Caroline went and sat beside Victor. April had to return to Auckland for studies, so her chair to Olivia’s right was empty. Further to the right, at the middle sat Amanda and opposite to her, across the table is Ryan’s place, whenever he sits for dinner. The two places for heads of the family.That is what Olivia has seen in last few days. Before that she has always had her meals in their bedroom. Food was served and Olivia started to eat silently, looking at only her plate and nowhere else!“So, how is your life going o
It was an afternoon after one long year and a month in Auckland! “Ryan?” Amanda slowly opened the door of her son’s room and peeped in. The room was dark as usual, all the curtains pulled to block the sunlight from entering the room. In the dark Amanda could make out someone sitting on the chair with his head rested on the Desk. She knows exactly who the person is, of course her son! Amanda sighed deeply and walked in. She opened a curtain only slightly to have some light in the dark room. She stood at the side of her son who has fallen asleep. She ran her fingers through her son’s hair, whispering gently, “Son?” Ryan steered a bit but didn’t wake up. It was a Sunday and by the look of the room, with scattered empty bottles and ipads and laptops open on his desk, she could easily say that he has been drinking and working till dawn. Since the unfortunate event that took place during last to last Christmas, Ryan has investe
Narrator’s POV—Thomas was still watching Olivia from a distance. After the call though, his suspicion grew and he thought it was taking long for Olivia and decided to fetch her.“Hey! You two stay here and I will get Mrs Bradley!” Thomas instructed Ron and Rob and walked to where Olivia and Santa were talking.“Excuse me Madam! I think we should head back.” He said politely.“Excuse ME!! Who the hell are you?” she turned and asked removing her mask but she wasn’t Olivia at all!“Wha- Who-!” Thomas frowned and looked around and then asked squeezing the woman’s arms, “Where is she?”The man standing opposite removed his mask and shook off Thomas’s hands and held him by his collar, “How dare you touch my girlfriend?”Thomas realised what blunder has happened! Olivia has been replaced! She has be
Narrator’s POV—Ryan has called Thomas and explained to him to closely guard his wife, Olivia Bradley and see to it that she doesn’t go to any secluded area. Ron and Rob would also accompany of course.“Sir? Mr Donovan is waiting.” Siona his secretary came and informed.“Just give me two minutes and I will be back.” Ryan dismissed her. Ryan thought of calling Stanley and warning him before heading back to the meeting.Since Olivia was a baby, Ryan has been her secret Santa! But when she wished and requested Santa to send Ryan away, Ryan had to leave for London! Also he had to complete his studies which was also an important reason, though. He knew that Stanley has been continuing his job as secret Santa! He always said that he regretted not starting the ritual himself. In fact, he was so happy when Ryan left that he had told Ryan not to worry because he would be a better Santa than Ryan
Olivia’s POV—It was soon to be Christmas! And we decorated the entire home! A huge Christmas tree was placed in the hall and everyday we decorated it with bells, lights and candies!Can life be happier? Can it be more satisfying?“Wife!”His voice came from upstairs and my heart skipped a beat! God! I can’t thank you enough for sending him into my life! I don’t know how he even manages to mesmerise me everytime he looks into my eyes! How can he make my body crave for him more and more every night! How can he make my heart stop everytime he calls me ‘wife’.“WIFE!!”“Coming Ry! Just a moment.” I quickly left the remaining decors and walked up the stairs, instructing Mrs Summers about the lunch, “Mrs Summers! Please make my food light.”--“What is so urgent hubby? I was decorating the tree!” I joined him o
Narrator’s POV—Olivia fluttered her eyes once or twice to see hazy lights on the ceilings and then Luke’s face as he held the stretcher along with a nurse, pushing her inside a huge room.“Everything will be ok Olivia. Then we will soon get married.” Luke said in whispers and despite all her efforts to scream for help, she couldn’t utter a single word as her head was heavy and everything around was hazy..“Pleeassee…Don’tttt..” she tried to scream but not even a whisper came out of her mouth! Tears rolled down her cheeks from the corner of her eyes and fear struck her mind as she realised what was going to happen.She closed her eyes as the stretcher went inside the room but suddenly it stopped with a jerk that shook Olivia and as she opened her eyes again she found the ceiling above moving in the opposite direction as the stretcher was pulled out this time and with
Narrator’s POV—The next day morning Luke came to visit Olivia and waited for her in the living room. Olivia dressed in a casual jeans and red t-shirt, she had a blank face devoid of any expression. She was no more sad or helpless but had a strange determination on her face!She sat on the bed and whispered to her baby placing a hand on her belly, “Baby! Your mother will protect you with her life! Don’t worry! It is a matter of two more days and when your papa is back he will protect both of us. Hold on tight and don’t be afraid at all! Your mother will not let anything bad happen to you!”Martha stood near her bedroom door and looked with a shocked expression seeing Olivia mumble to herself but didn’t say anything. She took a mental note that she will have to inform Caroline.Within a few more minutes, Olivia stood up and left her room to go and meet Luke. She can’t wait anymore
Narrator’s POV—Caroline opened Olivia’s mobile and searched for the name ‘Daniel’ and then sent a text to the number.‘Hey Honey! I will be a bit busy next couple of days and won’t be able to call or text. Mom and Dad have become suspicious after my return and hence I have to lay low for some days. But once everything is well, I will call you. Don’t worry about me! I will be fine. Take care and I love you!’Once the message was sent she turned off the mobile and smiled to herself.--“Hi Olivia!” as soon as Luke saw Olivia walking down the stairs he stood up and smiled.“Hi Mr Luke!” Olivia also gave him her best smile possible and again she noticed how his gaze scanned her from top to bottom.“Please call me Luke Olivia, soon we will be married and will live together as husband and wife! So these for
Olivia’s POV—I must have fallen asleep yesterday night due to tiredness because when I woke up in the morning, I was on my bed and my dress was changed. I sat up on the bed and tried to remember what happened last night and soon it became clear.I threw up and then almost collapsed again and nanny Agatha brought me to my room. Mom was screaming on top of her lungs and she said that she will hire a new governess to take care of me for the next few days left before we travelled.I rubbed my eyes and suddenly my stomach churned and my throat burnt with strange bitterness.“Good Morning miss!”I snapped my head at the door to find a woman in her thirties standing humbly, dressed like a maid.“Good Morning! Where is Nanny?” I asked her now getting off the bed and walking towards the bathroom.“I am right here with your breakfast Olive! And she is Martha. She is here to
Olivia’s POV—I walked down after hanging up to find Mom and Dad sitting with a very handsome man in his late twenties! He wore a brown suit and his posture gave away easily his power, position and money!“Here you are Olive! Come here baby girl!” Mom said in an extra sweet voice, as her eyes landed on me. With that, both my Dad and the man turned their heads at me. As the man’s eyes met mine, I could see a spark of joy in his orbs. He admired me and his gaze quickly travelled all over me!I slowly walked towards them in my blue skirt and a white top.“Good Morning Mom! Good Morning Dad!” I greeted my parents and sat beside my Mom as she patted the space on the sofa beside her.“Olive, meet Mr Luke! He is your Uncle Rowan’s business partner and is a very successful businessman from Australia!” Mom introduced the man whose name was Luke and then loo