Kiara’s POV
I woke up early in the morning since I fell asleep very early last night compared to when I usually go to bed. It was still dark outside. I opened the big window in the middle of my room to feel the cold, fresh air entering my bedroom. I went into the bathroom to take a shower and brush my teeth. Then I made my messy hair into something acceptable and put on some leggings with a sweater on top. I tried to dress up as comfortably as I could in the house since I couldn't do it outside anymore. I went downstairs to make myself a cup of coffee and something to eat but when I entered I saw Valentina, sleeping on the chair with a cup of scotch in her hand. I got scared and quickly walked to her. Then, I rubbed her shoulder to try to wake her up."Hey, Val. Come on, let me help you walk to your bedroom." I quietly said to not scare her while she was still sleepy.She looked around with her red eyes "What happened?" she asked."I don't know, but everything is okay."As I noticed her struggling to get up, I immediately rushed to her aid and put my head under her shoulder to help her climb up the stairs. I held her tight to ensure that she wouldn't fall or flip on the way up. As we reached the top of the stairs, I opened the door to the bedroom. The room had stunning black walls, and the bed was strategically placed in the middle of the room. Two tall windows on either side of the bed allowed natural light to flood the room. I couldn't help but notice the dressing table with a big mirror next to it, which had a beautiful golden frame. Two cupboards on both sides of the bed had candle stands and vases with fresh flowers that filled the room with a pleasant aroma. On the right wall, there was a door that led to what I assumed was the bathroom. Overall, the bedroom was beautifully decorated and looked incredible."Here you go." I whispered to not wake up Vincent who was sleeping on the left side of the bed. I carefully put Valentina in the bed next to her husband "Okay, good. Get some rest, okay?""Thank you, Ki. You are my best friend and I love you so much." she smiled wearily."Yeah well, you are my best friend too, Val." I smiled back "Now get some sleep." I stood up.I left the room, wondering why was she in this situation. I was worried about what could have happened to see her like that.I went back into the kitchen and turned on the coffee machine. Then, I got the cup of Valentina's drink and put it into the sink. I removed the tissues on the table that she probably used while she was crying and another cup that was halfway filled with water. Then I made my coffee and grabbed an avocado and some bread that I put in the toaster to make myself an avocado toast. I put it on a plate and began eating it on the table.As I was enjoying my breakfast, I heard footsteps, coming from the stairs. I immediately knew it was Tom because he was the only one, who could have woken up that early. He entered the kitchen but I didn't stop eating or pay any attention to him."Good morning, Little Bird. What are you doing here so early, it's still almost dark outside?" he asked.When I turned to look at him, I couldn't help myself but stare at his shirtless body. He was with grey sweatpants on the bottom and no shirt on top. His abs and hands were talking to me, I swear! At that moment he was hot, I couldn't lie. I bit my lip to hide my smile and tried to behave myself."Well, last night I went to bed very early and I got enough time to sleep. Why are you awake?" I asked."Got enough sleep, too." he said and opened the fridge. Then, he got a bottle of orange juice and sipped it into a cup. "Would you mind making me a coffee?" he asked."Yes, I would mind. I'm eating right now. God gave you those legs and hands to use them." I said.He smiled annoyed and turned the coffee machine on. He waited a couple of seconds and got a cup. Then, his coffee was ready."Good job! Now do you want one of my toasts? I'm full already." I asked. It would have been rude if I didn't."No, I usually skip breakfast." he looked at the window "Would like to go outside for a walk with me? I usually run in the morning but I can walk this time," he implied."Sure, I don't have anything to do anyway." I said."Okay, let me just go to my room and put a shirt on." he smiled and left.After a minute or two he came back. I grabbed my coffee and we went outside into the gigantic garden that the house had behind it."You know." I looked at him "When I walked into the kitchen earlier, I saw Valentina sleeping on the chair." I said. I didn't know if he was the right person to tell and that is why I didn't tell him more details but I had some hope he knew about what had happened."Oh! I talked last night with her, she was crying, I think you should talk to her because I didn't know what to do." Tom replied."Did she tell you what happened?" I asked."Yes, she told me that she can't get pregnant." Tom looked at me.I stopped walking "She what?" I questioned shocked."Yes, and the doctors said that she has a minimum chance of getting a baby." he continued."I didn't know it was that serious. She never told anything about that.""Neither did Vincent to me. She told me yesterday.""No, there must be a way." I couldn't accept it."The problem is that she feels very guilty and Vincent doesn't understand her which makes Valentina even more upset. That was the main reason she was crying yesterday."I didn't say anything back. We just continued walking in silence."You know" I spoke "My mother had a hard time getting pregnant with me too." he looked at me "And this topic is sensitive for me in one way or another, but I can't say that I understand her pain but I sure will be next to her the whole time. I'm sure that things will work out in the end. Mymother has always told me that if you really want something and believe in it, it will happen." I said and sadly smiled. I felt a tear dropping down my face and rushed to wipe it off.I suddenly heard a notification sound on my phone. Curious, I picked it up and looked at the screen, only to see a message that immediately made my heart sink and my palms start to sweat. It was as if I had been transported back to a time in my life that I thought I had left behind. The memories flooded in and I couldn't shake the feeling that my life had fallen apart all over again. It was a message from my ex.Hi, baby. Miss me? I heard that you have a new job - being Tom Barton's whore. Just be careful, because if you tell anyone about that night, I'll turn your life into a nightmare, and you'll be forced to go through everything once again. Keep one eye open while you sleep ;)FinnNo! No! No!Tom’s POV Kiara stared at her phone screen for a brief moment, and without warning, her hands began to tremble uncontrollably. Her eyes welled up with tears, and she struggled to maintain her composure. The sight or message on her phone had clearly struck a deep and emotional chord within her, leaving her visibly shaken and distressed.“Little bird, are you alright?" I asked her. She didn't respond. Kiara was completely engrossed in her phone, completely oblivious to her surroundings. It was as though nothing else existed in the world except for the device in her hand. As I looked into Kiara, her eyes met mine, she was still completely silent. Her gaze was fixed on me as if she was silently pleading for help or perhaps just a deeper understanding. It was an intense moment, and the silence between us was almost palpable. Despite the lack of words, I could sense that something was troubling her deeply, and I wanted to do anything I could to offer comfort or support. I looked at her "
Kiara's POV “If you leave now, I promise not to tell anyone about this. Just please leave" I cried in front of him, begging him to leave. "I am tired, don't you see? I love you to death but still beg you to leave, so please do it, please!" He was staring at me, not saying a word. "Go away!" "Okay, fine, I'll go. But if you tell anyone I'll kill you, Kiara!" With those words, he disappeared. 2 years later I was sitting in a café, talking with Lana- my best friend, since I've known myself."So, it has been a while. Any boyfriends or new friends?" She asked me while taking hercoffee from the waiter's hands."No, not really. After Finn, I don't think I'm ready for a new relationship." I took a sip of my coffee."Are you ever gonna tell me what happened?" Lana looked at me, hoping I'd spill some words. I just shook my head. I didn't want anyone to know what happened between me and Finn. I've never spoken to anyone about it before and I don't think I'm ready, yet. Four men in black
Kiara's POV I heard a knock on my door. I ran to open it and saw a tall female. She had light brown hair, green eyes, just like the forest, and beautiful red lips. "Hello, I'm Valentina! Nice to meet you. Vincent told me, you were a new guest, so I thought it would be nice to present myself." She smiled. "Oh, hi! I'm Kiara." I shook her hand. She had red nail polish and very pale skin. "I am Vincent's wife. I've been in your position. I know you feel awful, but they are not bad people. But I am here for you if you need anything." She rubbed my shoulder and left the room. She looked like a very nice person. I went downstairs to grab me some water and something to eat because I was starving. I saw a bowl full of fruit, so I got one apple. I sat on the wooden chair. The left wall was made out of glass, so you could see what was happening outside of the house because it was right in front of the gateway and the garage next to it. I saw a grey car parking, but soon my attention was go
Kiara's POV I was ready just in time for the meeting with Tom. I was under a lot of pressure. I didn't have any idea what was he going to tell me. I just knew it was not going to go well because we both have different opinions on everything. I stood up from my bed and walked out of my bedroom. I began walking through this endlessly long hallway. And here it is - his office. I knocked on one and waited. Nothing. I knocked again. Nothing. I opened the door with pressure and almost fell. I got myself together and straightened my back. The office was huge. It was dark - like Tom, no wonder. It was made mostly out of wood and there was a big desk in black. In front of it, there were two black chairs and a small table between them. Behind the desk was a large wooden bookshelf. Lastly, there was a small, black couch with little decorative, white pillows in the middle."I'm sorry. I tried to knock, but I didn't hear anything, so I decided to just come in." I said."It's soundproof. Don't wo
Kiara's POV When I woke up Valentina was still asleep. I didn't want to wake her up, so I tried to get up as quietly as I could. I went to brush my teeth and take a shower with my hair because it was very dirty from last night.After I was ready, I went back into the room. Val was still asleep. I put some clothes on and went downstairs to pour myself some water. I got some food for Valentina and ran up the stairs back to my room. Now my new friend was awake. "Morning, Ki." She said, massaging her disheveled hair. "Good morning, Val. I got you some food, thought you would be hungry." I sat down on my bed next to her, making an upside-down smile. "Thank you for not letting me run. I'm not happy here, but it was a very stupid idea, because you were right - there is no escape from here." She shook her head. "I know. But we are getting in trouble. I mean you are."I rolled my eyes and we heard a knock on the door. Ms. Betty came in."Sorry to bother you, Ms.Davis. Tom wants you in his
Tom's POV When she left my office, I didn't want to go after her. She seemed afraid. Why did she say that? What is the reason that made her think I'll ever hit her? There was no way in the world that I'd ever hit a woman, if she doesn't give enought of a reason to do it. Vincent came into the office. "Hey, I saw Kiara, running to her room, sobbing herself. What happened?" "What? She was crying? I didn't see that. We had a little argument and that's all." I said. I didn't want to tell Vincent, yet. Not until I figured out what happened and what made her feel like I was going to do such a thing to her. "Are you sure? She was sobbing. We've seen her cry, but this time... it wasn't like the other ones." He pointed back. "I don't know, brother. I will talk to her, later. I have some work to do now." He nodded and and soon he left. I sat on my chair behind the desk and opened the folder with Kiara's data. It had her family line, phone number, email address, the place she lives, and h
Kiara's POV As soon as Tom left, I continued to eat the delicious Chicken pasta bake that Ms. Betty had prepared for me. I couldn't help but ponder over Tom's concern for me. Why did he wait for me to wake up? Even if it was for five minutes. Why was he so caring towards me? I felt grateful towards both Tom and Valentina for taking care of me, but I didn't think the doctor's visit was necessary. After all, I've had heart problems before, and fainting was not a new experience for me. Just as I was lost in my thoughts, I heard a knock on my door. "Hey, I heard you woke up.'' She sat on the bed next to me and slightly smiled. ''Do you remember what happened?'' "Upon standing up from my bed, I suddenly found myself back on it, next to Tom who was sitting and waiting." "But, how are you feeling now? I don't mean only physically, but mentally as well." "Physically fine, mentally... I'm not sure. It's on periods. Sometimes I want to cry, because of the person that I have to fall in love
Kiara's POV As soon as I opened my eyes the next morning, I felt the excitement building inside me. I got up, took a refreshing shower, and headed to the dining room for breakfast. I enjoyed a hearty meal and sipped on some freshly brewed coffee, while I wondered what was Tom planning to do and why would he even want to take me out. I didn't want to go but he didn't give me a chance to cancel. After breakfast, I started getting ready for the place where we were going to go to. Tom's team had graciously provided a breathtaking blue dress, crafted from the most exquisite silk money could buy. The dress had no shoulders, which added a touch of elegance to the overall look. I carefully slipped into the dress, admiring the way it hugged my curves perfectly. To complete my look, I applied some makeup, focusing on highlighting my eyes and lips. I added a touch of mascara, some blush, and a hint of lip gloss to give me a youthful glow. I then put on a pair of silver earrings and a matching