SKYLAR (MAE)As I re-enter the living room, Sin is still standing by the door, typing away on his phone, he raises his head to bring the phone to his ear and his eyes finally meet mine filled with an intensity that sends a chill down my spine.He speaks to the caller on the phone in a language I am not familiar with, but I catch up on a few words and I suspect it's Spanish. I should have taken that Spanish class seriously when I had the chance.His bodyguard stands a few feet away, impassive and ready to follow his orders at any moment. Sin finally ends the call, he gestures towards the door, his voice firm and commanding. "Let's go."I hesitate, unsure of whether I should agree to accompany him. But deep down, a part of me is curious about why he is here and how he was able to locate my house. "Where are we going?" I ask, my voice trembling slightly."You don't need to worry about that," Sin replies, a hint of a smirk tugging at the corners of his lips. "I don't plan to kill you if
SINI don't miss the knowing look on Ryder's face through the rearview mirror as we drive off, I know what he wants to say, he wants to question why I have let her off again but it's all a game. I have set the trap for my little mouse and she is going to fall for it without hesitation."They are having new intakes at the club today, I could have Matteo shift it till -" Ryder informs me making a turn but I barely let him finish his sentence. "No, don't have him shift it. I am back now and should see how things have been during my absence," I say.Ryder nods understanding my response, he makes another turn and turns up the volume of the music on the car stereo while I lean back in my seat, thinking about the club.Before I left town years back, I began a project to build a club, a secret I kept from my father, including my extended family. I wanted something of my own, something that didn't tie me to the family wealth or make me have to eventually rely on my father's money. The club s
MAE I expected his company to be an actual company, not a darn club. I should have figured that out by the name LILITH but I thought it was a brand name. Silly me. The bouncer by the door gave me a tough time refusing to let me in when I told him I was there to see Sin, I was forced to call the number on the card to prove to him that I knew Sin but the line wasn't going. The bouncer soon called Sin when he noticed his business card in my hand. According to him, Sin doesn't hand his business card to random people. It doesn't take long when he tells me to follow him inside. As I step into the club, we walk through the crowd of people drinking and dancing to the top floor, the bouncer looks back at intervals confirming that I am behind his trail. We make a turn and stop in front of a door, he knocks once before opening the door for me to step inside. As I walk into the room, my eyes fall on Sin sitting down on a couch with his bodyguard standing beside him whispering something i
MAE I knew it. The offer was too good to be true, and what would he want me to do for him now? Isn't it enough trouble that I have humbled myself before him begging him to help me? Something we both know I would never have done if not for the situation I am currently in. "What do you want me to do?" I ask knowing whatever he wants won't be good. "If we are going to do this, we have to do this the right way. I can give you anything you want Mae. I know you are sick and tired of your boring life and want something better and I can be that person who changes everything for you," he says taking a sip from his wine glass with a mischievous grin on his lips. "but what are you going to give me if I decide to do that." "I am not asking you to do that, all I want is a loan and I will..." "But you see you will want more than what you are asking for eventually, you are a very ambitious woman." I stare at him wondering what he is trying to ask of me, why do I feel like I know what it is but
MAE As I stare at my signature on the contract, a sense of dread washes over me. What have I gotten myself into? Is the temporary relief from my financial troubles worth sacrificing my dignity and self-respect? But I can't back out now, can I? Sin made sure to remind me of my limited options, and I can't deny that he has the power to help me for now. "I failed to mention, it is a two year contract," he says. I look up at him, frustration and anger threatening to consume me, "I hope you're happy now," I mutter bitterly, my voice laced with defeat. "You got what you wanted." Sin smirks triumphantly, his eyes gleaming with satisfaction. "This is a business arrangement. Keep emotions out of it," he says, his tone filled with a mix of amusement and something else I can't quite decipher. My heart sinks at his words. How can he be so cold about this? Doesn't he realize the impact this will have on my life? But I can't let him see my vulnerability. I force myself to put on a confident fa
MAEI pause for a moment, debating whether or not to tell her the truth. I have always told her everything, I never hide anything from her, but I don't think I can bring myself to tell her everything just yet."Well, Em... I ran into an old friend and took a loan. You remember Sin right? Sin Hayes," I confess, my voice barely above a whisper.Lily's eyes widen even further, a mix of shock and worry spreading across her features. "Sin Hayes? The guy you publicly humiliated and dumped back in high school."I return my phone to my pocket, "Well when you put it that way, it makes me look like a bad person." Lily's concern deepens as she takes in my expression, I can sense she doesn't believe I am being completely honest with her. "So, Sin is back in town?" "Yeah, I was surprised to see him," I let out a sigh, running a hand through my hair trying to keep my emotions in check as the memory of the night we first met came into my head, "We talked at length and I confide in him and then he
MAEI spend the next hours keeping Lily company, we discuss my job and how I am currently still job hunting. She tries to divert the discussion to Sin Hayes but I change the topic and discuss Jason instead and our break up.She soon falls asleep holding my hand, I remain by her side for some minutes just staring at her face grateful that her bills have been sorted and treatment can begin immediately. Checking the time on my wrist watch I decide it's already late and time for me to head home. I wanted to spend the night with Lily, but she reassured me that it was okay and she will be fine. "I love you," I murmur planting a kiss on her forehead before leaving. I step out of the hospital and walk towards the taxi stand. The doctor assured me that with the chemotherapy Lily's condition would improve over time, which is good news. I hail a cab quickly, settling into the back seat I direct the driver to my apartment. As we arrive at my apartment building I pay the cab driver and step ou
MAEThe next morning, I woke up to a loud banging on the door. Groaning, I roll over and check my phone. It is 7:00 AM. Damn you Sin.Scrambling out of bed, I throw on a robe and hurry to the door. When I open it, I find Ryder by the door with his hand in the air about to knock again."Good morning, Miss Winchester," he greets me with a stoic expression. "Mr. Hayes has sent me to escort you to his penthouse."I cross my arm over my chest, "Can I at least freshen up and pack my things?" I ask irritated by how early he showed up. I was expecting him but not so early.Ryder sigh. "Mr. Hayes will attend to your needs, your presence is all that is required.""Fine.""I will also prefer to wait inside while you freshen up, orders from Mr. Hayes," he says like he is not pleased by the idea himself.I hesitate for a moment wondering if Sin thinks I will run away, before reluctantly stepping aside to let Ryder in. He steps in scanning the room before turning to me."You have thirty minutes Mi