CYNTHIA's P O VJulian wrapped his arms around me in a bear hug, and I don't think I'll ever want to be out of his embrace. ‘‘Oh, God…’’ His voice was still trembling, and it sounded as though he couldn't believe he could lose me at this very moment. ‘‘Tell me, you’re okay. Please…’’‘‘I’m okay…’’ I said, even though every part of my body was still shaking.He nodded, and kissed my forehead before he let go of me and left, as he walked upstairs. I had to grab the railing to keep standing, due to the continued weakness in my legs.I shut my eyes, letting out a soft cry. Oh, my god… I almost died.‘‘Why the fuck did you do that?’’ Julian’s voice echoed, and that made me abruptly climbed the stairs with my shaky legs while putting the pressure of my body on the railing for support. ‘‘Why, Oliver?!’’‘‘Julian…’’ I called out, but he didn’t seem to hear me as he continued confronting Oliver.‘‘Did you think that you could just do that, huh?’’ Julian lashed out. ‘‘Were you unaware that Cynt
JULIAN’s P O VBecause the incident took place on the stairs as well as in the school corridor, there were going to be proofs, not to mention the fact that there were some witnesses.After giving me one more glare, Oliver stood up and walked away. He sprinted for the door, while Coach shouted his name in an attempt to get his attention, but he completely ignored him.It's a good thing that he left because I don't think I could have kept my composure while he was still around.Coach suddenly put his hand on my shoulder. ‘‘I know that it pissed you off, Julian. But you should have had self-control. I count on you to refrain from engaging in any behavior that could be considered risky until the investigation is complete...’’ Coach warned, but then his eyes softened, a sigh escaped from his lips. ‘‘I’m sorry about what happened to your cousin, by the way…’’‘‘She’s not just my cousin, Coach…’’ I said, and he frowned, waiting for me to continue, but I kept my mouth shut.‘‘What do you mean
CYNTHIA's P O VI was still thinking about the incident that happened the day before with Becca and Oliver as I made my way through the hallways of my school with a heavy heart. My discussion from yesterday afternoon with the Dean kept playing over and over in my head, and I wished that I could obtain an update on the situation first thing in the morning.My backpack was thrown across my shoulders as I made my way towards my classroom when I was abruptly forced to stop by the scene that was in front of me.Many students may be seen huddled together in that area in front of the Dean's office, speaking quietly to one another. Some of them appeared to be upset, others were sympathetic, and yet others appeared to be quite interested in the bloody details.My heart was pounding quite hard as I rushed there, making my way through a large crowd of people with difficulty. When I finally came face to face with the door to the Dean’s office, which was closed, I heard a heated argument from the
CYNTHIA's P O VIt was break time between classes, and I found myself sitting inside the Dean’s office again. He had called me here to update me about what happened earlier this morning, and I couldn’t help but ask to confirm the school’s decision about Oliver and Becca.‘‘Expelled…?’’ I asked in disbelief, thinking why would he expel them?‘‘Yes, expelled…’’ Dean Gates said. ‘‘Both Miss Grey, and Mr. Hardy are now expelled from this school!’’‘‘But you stated that they would be put on hold until further notice...’’ I blurted out.‘‘We have made our final decision based on our emergency internal meeting yesterday evening…’’ he leaned his back against his seat, removed his glasses, and placed it down on top of his desk.‘‘So soon?’’ I echoed. I’ve never imagined that they would declare their final decision so soon, considering the fact that Oliver’s and Becca’s families have quite an influence, especially Oliver’s.Dean heaved a sigh and looked at me with compassion, just like he had d
CYNTHIA's P O VJulian's pleased glance kept darting back and forth between us as we interacted, but I paid little attention to it because I knew he was enjoying what he was seeing. I wasn't going to give in to any of his attempts to affect me.‘‘I’m sorry… I was just on my way out when I saw Mr. Harvey…’’ she started. ‘‘My boyfriend told me that me that he did a terrific job training them in football, and I was really happy and overwhelmed when I saw him…’’ The girl tried to explain when she noticed the look I was giving her.‘‘Oh… so you decided to make yourself comfortable while thanking him and touching his arm, despite the fact that you were aware that he was a coach here in our school?’’ I said, couldn’t hold back the sarcasm.‘‘No, no… We were just t-talking…’’ she defended nervously, fiddling with her fingers.‘‘Cynthia…’’ Julian groaned, warning me as he got to his feet. ‘‘She’s just expressing her gratitude to me for guiding, and teaching her boyfriend. That’s all…’’ he dare
CYNTHIA's P O V‘‘Thank you, Vina…’’ I smiled at her as I watched her pick up the curling iron from my vanity and isolating a strand of my hair to wrap it around the steaming cylinder, while I applied a reddish liquid tint onto my cheeks.It was six o’clock in the evening, and mom’s birthday party was scheduled to start at seven. I didn’t want to be there on time because I obviously wanted to make an entrance for Julian. Now that he had revealed to me the truth about the fact that we’re not actually cousins, I’ll do everything to make him mine…To steal him away from Tori…And tonight would be the night to start my plan on seducing him…‘‘We’re not cousins…’’ the words he said to me played over and over in my head.To say that I was shocked at the time would be an understatement, yet in that same moment, I felt a stirring of hope within me. The expectation that we will soon be able to spend time together. I held out hope that he would eventually fall in love with me.On the other hand
CYNTHIA's P O V‘‘Will you let me have this dance?’’ Alex inquired, but did not wait for my response before taking my hand and leading me to the dance floor, where other guests were already dancing.Alex's suggestion that we should make Julian jealous was the only thing that could pry me away from the mini bar, where I was planning on staying so that I could drink myself to death.I was deep in thought when Alex jerked me out of it by waving his hand in front of my face. ‘‘Hey, let’s do this together, all right?’’ His tone conveyed a sense of foreboding and concern.I shook my head so as to get rid of the thought regarding Julian, but even trying to stop thinking about the man was futile. ‘‘Of course…’’ I gave him a little smile, feeling a bit dizzy. ‘‘I'm just a tad bit preoccupied right now, but that's all...’’As soon as a song with a more relaxed tune began to play, I encircled my arms around his neck and started doing a slow dance. After a little pause, I made the decision to res
CYNTHIA's P O V‘‘What were you trying to do?’’ I yelled at Celestine while violently pointing my index finger in her direction. ‘‘You just kissed Julian in front of a lot of people!’’To my astonishment, Celestine displayed a smirk in response to my statement.‘‘What are you laughing at?’’ I snarled, completely out of control at this point. I couldn't stand looking at her annoying face. ‘‘Everyone knows how shameless you are! Why are you even here in my house in the first place? Who invited you? Get out of my face!’’‘‘Cynthia... stop!’’ Julian made an attempt to prevent me from continuing, and as I glanced up at him, I couldn't disguise the pain that I felt; it was visible in my eyes.‘‘Julian…’’ I spoke in a hushed tone, and my voice was shaking. ‘‘Why are you defending her?’’‘‘I'm not defending her…’’ Julian showed his displeasure with me by clenching his teeth, and I immediately understood why. ‘‘What you’re doing is just so wrong and I’m trying to stop you!’’Celestine had just
JULIAN’s P O VAunt Olivia insisted that Cynthia must first complete her education, and give birth to our child before she allowed us to get married. And I felt worried about Cynthia because I was aware that she was waiting for this moment. Even though she wasn’t voicing it out, I could sense that she was expecting me to propose to her, for us to build our own family, but Auntie asked me not to let Cynthia know about our agreement.After seven months, Cynthia gave birth to a healthy baby boy who she gave the name Mark Julian. And while I was occupied with the expansion of the business that Arnold had requested me to handle, Cynthia continued her studies.Finally, Cynthia graduated and I’ve never been so proud of her. I believed that as a result of all of the things she went through, she got more matured. She never complained about the fact that I did not offer her marriage.When it was time for Cynthia to get her graduation present from me---it’s not exactly a graduation present, but
CYNTHIA's P O VAt this moment, tears were beginning to run down my face. I couldn’t keep them at bay. Now that it was almost certain that I’m losing this baby.I may not know a lot about pregnancy, but I knew that bleeding was a bad sign.As soon as we entered the emergency room, an array of questions and answers ensued, and I answered them to the best of my ability, while my parents and Julian were listening attentively. Julian refused to let go of my hand even when I was wheeled back toward a room and directed to strip for an ultrasound.The nurse stopped Julian when he was about to enter the changing room, insisting that he wanted to help me change into a hospital gown. ‘‘I can help her, Sir. Just stay with her parents outside…’’Julian did not immediately follow the nurse after initially hesitating, but he did so eventually. Soon after, he began to loosen his grip on my hand before leaving completely.My parents sat in a chair along the far right wall, and Julian stood a few feet
CYNTHIA's P O VTWO MONTHS LATERI groaned as I sat up in bed and stretched my arms. A quick look at the clock that was sitting on my nightstand revealed to me that nightfall would arrive sooner. How long have I been dozing off?These past few days, my normal pattern of sleeping has been thrown off. Simply put, I was mentally and emotionally exhausted to the point where I lost track of time because of it. Even though my parents, Arnold, and Celestine regularly checked on me every once in a while, one of the harmful things I'd been doing was spending most of my time alone in my room. This was another habit I'd gotten into.They have been monitoring the media, calling people and giving them orders, as well as discussing the situation with the authorities. They would act wary every time I descended the stairs, as if they didn't want me to hear about those fucked up news again.I never heard from Julian again after that day. I was aware that his wedding took place last month, but none of
CYNTHIA's P O VNothing could have prepared me for the crushing agony I experienced when my mom told me that Julian had departed without even alerting me, or even bidding farewell to me before he flew back to France. Nor could anything have prepared me for the profound sense of loss that caused my heart to tighten, leading me to believe that it was going to cease beating altogether.Even though I was aware, on some level, that he was meant to return and marry her, the fact that he did still hurt. How could he? How, after making love to me? After I had already given him everything? After stroking my hair until I fell asleep? After spending so much time gazing at me with that breathtaking smile? How could he love her and marry her still?There was a painful lump that was lodged in my throat, and it was making it difficult for me to even breathe. In addition to this, I had to fight against my tear ducts in order to keep from crying in front of my family because of him. In total honesty,
CYNTHIA's P O VThe moment the door to the Maxwell villa opened, I was met with a resounding slap across the face from my irate mother.‘‘Aunt Olivia…’’ When she raised her hand to slap me again, Julian attempted to stop her, but she instead hit Julian which caused my eyes to widen in shock.‘‘Don't address me like that, you have no connection to any of us anymore!’’ she said through gritted teeth, a threatening tone was used as she glared at him.It appeared as though everything around me had come to a stop. I blinked back the tears that was on the verge of falling down my cheek. ‘‘Mom…’’Did Arnold tell her about us?‘‘What are your intentions with regard to my daughter?’’ She asked Julian while completely ignoring me. ‘‘Do you intend to take him as your mistress?’’‘‘No, I…’’‘‘There is no future for the two of you, and even if you leave the woman who will soon become your wife, I won't let you have my daughter!’’ And she smacked his face once more, which prompted me to push her aw
CYNTHIA’s P O VJulian grabbed the shower head, turning on the water. He pointed it at me and he made sure to let it pour all over my body, until every inch of me was soaked. ‘‘I’ll take it that it will make you behave…’’‘‘Uhmmm…’’ I agreed mindlessly, not really listening to a single word he uttered, for I was too busy gawking at his dripping wet physique. I could feel my lids becoming heavy, my veins burning under my skin as pure sexual desire course through them.Unwittingly, without even noticing it, I kneeled in front of him, coming face to face with his semi-hard shaft, but before I could even touch it, he grabbed my shoulders firmly. ‘‘Get up before I fuck you again…’’‘‘But I want you to fuck me again…’’ I protested with a pout, still resting on my knees.He chuckled amusedly, lightly shaking his head. ‘‘Come on, Cynthia, we’ve got to go…’’But I didn’t listen, I remained still.Julian decided to bring his arm under my armpits and pick me up against my will, laying small kiss
CYNTHIA’s P O V‘‘Do you think that somebody was listening to us?’’ I inquired anxiously as fear began to course through my veins.Julian gave a dismissive shake of his head before rising to his feet and reaching for the bathrobe that was still hanging on the door of the bathroom. ‘‘No, the rooms are soundproofed. You stay here...’’ he covered himself and left the room.But I couldn’t mind my business in a situation like this. I rolled out of bed and took a fluffy bath towel, wrapping it around my body before following him towards the living area.From the other side of the slightly open door, I could hear a feminine voice. ‘‘Uhmm, Hi… I mean, good morning. I was wondering if you saw Cynthia---’’I rudely pushed Julian out of the way and came face to face with Stef, who let out a sigh of relief upon seeing me.‘‘Oh, Cynthia… I was worried about you!’’I smiled at her and placed a kiss on her cheek. ‘‘Well, as you can see, I’m good…’’ I then stepped closer to her so that she would be a
CYNTHIA’s P O VI completely let myself go, carelessly giving up on trying to hold myself up and completely leaning against his tall, manly frame. ‘‘Oh, fuck…’’ I moaned as I gripped his hair and pulled on it, moving his head and craning my neck so that our lips would touch. I immediately opened my mouth, allowing his tongue to slip inside.Julian added a second finger into my tight canal, starting to thrust harder. ‘‘You’re such a sexy little thing, aren’t you...?’’ he pulled his hand away and brought his fingers which were coated in my juices, to his mouth, sucking them clean before he picked me up and walked back to the bedroom, letting me fall onto the bed, and then followed me immediately.I pushed him down onto the sheets and got on top of him, hovering over his rock hard member. ‘‘Do you want me…?’’ I inquired in a hushed tone as I took both of his hands in mine and placed them on my waist.He nodded with his mouth agape, looking up at me with full of desire and appreciation.‘
JULIAN’s P O VThere was something unbelievably intimate about waking up next to someone, especially when that someone was the one you love.Strips of golden sunlight shone into the room and Cynthia managed to wrap herself around most of my thin sheets.I woke up with my arm lay across her stomach and her head was tucked into my bare chest. We hadn’t bothered dressing ourselves after last night’s events, as we had already seen every inch of each other.Also we were exhausted, that we had drifted to sleep after another heated kiss.Cynthia stirred slightly, which brought me back from recalling what brought us here, and buried her head further into my chest while placing a hand onto my torso.But all of this felt so wrong, since everyone around see us as cousins, and in addition to that, I am already getting married.But then, why did last night feel so right? And why did her touch alone light my body on fire?I knew that my old self would think otherwise, but Cynthia and I couldn’t hap