Day after day.
Week after week.Month after month.There were many changes after Axe's arrival. My family life felt complete. I still can't get over the fact that I have a brother.I tried to ask mom how it all made sense. At our current age, why were we just brought together. We should have been together all along, sharing our love. Understanding each other's character and protecting each other.In fact, neither Axe nor I are like that. He's so closed off, even though he doesn't isolate himself in his room anymore. I'm quite grateful for that, at least I can get to know him even though he's like a thick book. I have to read it sheet by sheet, so that I know what's on the next page. But mom never wanted to tell me the real reason for Axe not being with us since he was little.Unfortunately mom forgot how I was. If there was no satisfactory answer, I would find out on my own."Hi, Axe. Want to accompany me shopping? There are some books I want to bring home, and yes... my friend has a birthday the day after tomorrow. I want to buy her a present too." There was no answer from him, I saw Axe was focusing on his laptop. He's been busy lately after dad taught him a few months ago and trusted him with the company. Dad says Axe is very smart, so it won't take him long to learn it all."Looks like you're busy. I'm sorry."I've only taken a few steps away from him. I felt my left palm being filled by Axe. He stepped beside me. His gaze is focused ahead. I wonder how his lips curve perfectly.All this time, while living with him, I've never seen him smile let alone laugh. Honestly, he's so mysterious. I don't know. Maybe he needs more time to adapt."Where do we go?" Axe's deep, husky voice leaned into me, like he knew I was thinking about something."We're going to the library in the city center, after that we'll go to the clothing store. I want to pick out some summer dresses for Aklena."There was no reply from him. As usual, our journey was shrouded only in silence. Despite the cold, Axe sometimes treated me gently. Like he did when he linked his palm in mine. How sweet. ***"Are you done?"If you think Axe called me. The answer is correct. When I got to the library earlier, he accompanied me. Occasionally reading a book there. He was so immersed in the book in his hands, that he didn't realize that I had finished my confusion of choosing a few books to take home.It was different at the library. When we arrived at the clothing store, Axe chose to wait for me in the parking lot, in his car. I tried to force him to get in. But it felt like he was much more stubborn."Yes. I'm heading to the parking lot."After paying for my groceries. I hurriedly stepped out. Unfortunately, it made me not look around.Someone suddenly shouted angrily at me, I could only say sorry because I knew I was the guilty party here. Unfortunately the word sorry is not enough. That someone, let's call him the big man, looked at me fiercely. Then shouted angrily at me again."Don't you have eyes? Can't you walk properly? You see, my cell phone was destroyed because of your carelessness.""Sorry, sir. I'll compensate you. Just tell me how much." "Rich girl, huh?" he asked approaching.Instantly my subconscious reminded me that I had to save myself from his piercing gaze, the man seemed to have ill intentions towards me.But for some reason my body froze. I couldn't put up a fight. My guts shrank as he grasped my hands tightly, even my paper bag of groceries fell out. I tried to scream for help. Unfortunately, my voice was choked."I think it would be fun to enjoy your little body," he whispered sensually. His lips were getting closer and I didn't know what else to do, all I could do was hope Axe would come to my rescue."Let her go."Oh, God. Thank goodness. I recognize that deep, husky voice. Thanks, Axe. You're just in time."Stay out of my business. Go away!""Your business? You've dared to touch mine. Should I shut up?" asked Axe in a calm tone.Mine? The word seemed to dance over my head. What did he mean? Axe wasn't joking, was he? Or maybe Axe just wanted that guy to really let me go?"I told you. Let her go.""He has to pay for my losses.""How much?""I don't need money. I want her. I want to drink her. She's very beautiful. What do you think? Do you want to give her to--"I didn't cut him off. It all happened so fast. The next thing I knew, Axe was already beating the shit out of the guy. No mercy, Axe continued to hit him until the man fell quite far. There was some resistance from him. But only one punch managed to touch the corner of Axe's lips. I grimaced at their plight. It's not like anything. Last week I gave Axe the gray suit I bought especially for him. And today it's broken, the sleeves ripped almost to the shoulders.What a shame. I shouldn't have asked Axe to accompany me if it ended up like this. I really don't like fuss."Axe, stop it!""Akh!"My body was pushed away while trying to keep the two away. Suddenly my voice caught Axe's attention, and he hurriedly approached me."Are you okay?" he asked anxiously."Yes." There was relief in Axe's eyes.Doesn't he care about me that much?"You're bleeding." I touched the corner of his lips and it managed to make Axe look at me fully, then his hand suddenly grabbed mine. It wasn't long before his eyes were closed absorbing my hand in his jaw."Hey, Axe. Are you okay?"As if coming to his senses, Axe immediately opened his eyes and looked back at me."Yeah," he replied quickly."Our business isn't done yet. If I see you again. I'll make you regret what you did today." The man walked away. I could hardly believe what Axe had done to him. His face was completely battered, not worth what he gave Axe."Let's go." I ignored the asshole. Axe pulled my hand towards our parking lot.Before my body was completely swallowed by the car, I saw the man still in place. Smiling sarcastically while looking at me and Axe. His eyes implied that he wasn't bragging about what he said earlier. I felt like today's events had been planned. I don't know, maybe it's just my feelings, so forget it. ***"Could you promise me?" I said moments after we arrived, which immediately made Axe give me a sharp look.I didn't care. My focus right now was only on the wound. Yes, upon arriving home, I quickly pulled Axe into the kitchen. Grabbed a small towel and cleaned up his blood. Right now we're still in the same position. Axe is standing while I'm sitting at the bar counter. Feeling no answer. I looked at his handsome face and spoke again, "Promise me you won't be like before. Don't beat people up again." I was still patiently waiting, even though there was no answer from him.This is what I hate about Axe. He doesn't say much."Listen. I want you to promise me. If you don't I'll--""What?" he cuts in quickly."Kiss you like this." Both my hands grabbed Axe's jaw quickly. Bringing my lips to his, I kissed him softly and repeatedly as an act of affection.I could see Axe was trying to hold me back, though he wasn't really doing it."Alright. But if one day I can't keep my promise. Then, you will stop me like you did earlier," he said while touching my lower lip. His gaze implied something I couldn't decipher.This was also the first time he had spoken to me at length. Something new, something I’d never even considered. I had no intention other than to give him a quick peck on the lips, a kiss that meant I loved him as a brother.Does this mean Axe has opened up, I asked myself.Oh My. It's real?I can't believe it!After receiving my graduation two months ago. Mom and dad finally agreed that I would continue my studies at Harvard University. Luckily I was accepted into one of the faculties there, Harvard Graduate School of Design. Oh, I can't wait to be a new student."Bridgette, what's going on? What are you screaming about?" asked mom at my door.I quickly grabbed my laptop, revealing the monitor screen with the writing on it.Without me asking, mom read it carefully. Soon mom smiled and gave me a gentle peck on the forehead."I'm so proud of you, Honey.""Thanks mom. I love you.""Me too. So, wanna help me? We'll make a celebration for you."No need, Mom. It'll be too much trouble.""You're doubting mom, ehm?""It's not that, I mean—“ My words were cut off and stuck in the air. Mom pulled my hand towards the kitchen. It didn't take long for the once clean kitchen to turn into quite a mess.
Today is Saturday.It's been six days since that night. The night Axe kicked me out, I never again set foot there, in his room. I didn't even see him for six whole days.In the mornings Axe would always leave first, leaving breakfast behind, and at night he'd come home so late. Axe seemed to avoid me, as if seeing me wasn't part of his activities anymore.I myself tried to look unconcerned. What did I do wrong to him anyway? Why did his attitude change so much. For all I know, he's never said that he has any objections to my going to New York tomorrow. I hope my guess isn't right that he's a bit disapproving about me and mom and dad's decision.Unfortunately, mom and dad won't be able to accompany me tomorrow. Yesterday morning they said goodbye to Uncle Luke's hotel, who is in Bristol celebrating his wedding day with his girlfriend, Denisa. Uncle Luke is dad's close relative and business partner. He's so kind and caring. I'm sure his girlfriend will be very lucky to have Uncle Luke a
5 years laterI took a deep breath. Trying to calm myself down. This is my eighth day working here. The door bearing the words 'President Director' seemed to force my heart to pump faster.Not knowing what Mr. Witson was going to discuss, I was summoned to his room right after the lunch hour was over. What was even more thrilling was that I was only a substitute assistant, while the previous assistant was on maternity leave. Yes, probably about a whole year according to my contract."Come in!" The baritone voice invited me to open the glass door.I entered with full nervousness. Because Mr. Witson is such a cold and untouchable person. His eyes were currently staring at me sharply, I felt like my entire body was being skinned just by that sense of sight."Sit down." I smiled awkwardly as soon as I noticed his somewhat softened voice."What's wrong, Si-"Ah. I thinned my lips, not having finished my sentence but Mr. Witson had already cut it off."What's my schedule tomorrow?""You hav
"Do you remember I was the first for you, baby girl?"I tried to make sense of what was happening after hearing a stern whisper in my ear. I had never considered what it would feel like to wake up with someone's hands around my hips. I try to hold my breath as the deep, raspy voice brings to memory a particular name. A name I didn't wish to keep in mind."I miss you."I abruptly stood up and freed myself from his grasp. Why can I see his face here after whatever I did yesterday? I was at a place that I had only been a few hours in.I stood up and climbed out of the hotel room's king-size bed. took a step back when I saw him coming."How did you get here?" I inquired almost in a whisper. "Go away!" He snatched both of my hands as I screamed. I made a vain attempt to shake him off. I lacked the strength to resist him because of his enormous size.Observing how I constantly attempting to escape. Passion flashed in his eyes. I have seen that before, yes. The five-year-old incident gave
I hugged my body tightly, occasionally rubbing my skin rough. It doesn't matter that I'm shivering so much right now, the sound of the shower no longer matters. I felt like dying considering my life had no meaning anymore. My world was shattered again in one day, after years of setting my heart to let go of that mistake.The man I never expected came back to ruin everything. I really hated him. Why was I destined to meet him? Why did life seem unfair to me. Five years is not a short time to make peace with the past. And now he's taking away that temporary peace at will.Really, I don't want to let his seed in my body. I'd rather die. I'm already worthless anyway. There's no point in staying. Yes. I should have drowned my body in the bath up. But that murderous gaze stared back at me. I don't know when he was there. I didn't care. I just wanted him to leave.Sure enough. My wish was granted right then and there. Axe left without saying a single word. But my relief didn't last long. Bec
I sat silently on the big bed lamenting my unfortunate fate. Axe managed to force me into his mansion. This is where I ended up. Stranded in a room where all the walls were painted white. A few paintings hung there. I let out a rough sigh, regretting the promise I made that I had to keep. Axe was a piece of shit. He's so cunning and cruel. I was like a prisoner to him. There weren't even any windows in my room. There were only a few air vents, and even those were small holes for escape.I remember very well how his mansion was located. Along the way we entered a very deep forest. That's right. This mansion was in the middle of the forest, far from the civilization of the city. I don't know what his purpose was in bringing me to a place like this. I'm sure. This mansion is his hiding place. Because, in the middle of the trip earlier. Axe had taken me to his penthouse. Picking up some of his things that he left behind."Miss, the master is waiting for dinner." A voice accompanied by an
I opened my eyes and found that it was getting noon, as the wall clock showed 10.30 am. I rubbed my face roughly, not usually sleeping so deeply. It took me a while to realize that my hands were no longer tied. In fact, they were already wrapped in bandages because it looked like I was injured when I tried to break free. But the question is, who is treating me? Axe? Is that possible? I couldn't believe it. It could have been that guy asking Edward to do it.I got off the bed. I didn't want to think about something that wasn't important. My mind was tired. It was better to clean myself up now. I could have angered that cruel man if I just cried and cried. To be honest, I'm tired of rebelling if I don't get any results from my rebellion. It's useless, isn't it?After my personal business was done. I accidentally saw a letter lying on the nightstand. My forehead wrinkles in surprise, isn't it if Axe has something to say. He can send a message via whatsapp or email. Strange. I opened t
"Yes, sir.""'Miss hasn't regained consciousness yet, sir.""Yes, sir."The faint sound of heavy voices was my morning alarm. I opened my eyes and immediately realized that I was already in my room. My head felt a little dizzy, several fragments of last night's events rushed to remind me of the angry figure last night, Axe. Where is he now? Wasn't I supposed to look back at Axe's condition when I heard the chaos he caused? Then how come I'm here. Waking up in such a mess?"Good afternoon, Miss. What would you like to eat?" That heavy voice startled me."Ed, what are you doing here?" I asked incredulously. I pulled the blanket closed, making sure my clothes were still safely in place. Thankfully, there was nothing missing on my body."Mister asked me to look after you, miss.""What's wrong with me?""You fainted last night, Miss. The doctor said you were exhausted."I nodded in understanding. It was no secret that living with Axe would be physically and mentally exhausting. It was unfo