"What the hell did you just do Isabella?" Isabella asked herself rhetorically immediately as she entered her bedroom. She leaned her back on the mahogany door, her heart pounded fastly in her chest.She almost felt it escaping her ribcage. Isabella couldn't stop thinking about the kiss, even as she laid on the bed and tried to sleep. She couldn't. All she could think of was Alexander. She didn't think that she'll be able to face him again. He didn't make the first move but she did. How stupid of her!Isabella laid on the bed for over an hour, trapped in deep thoughts. She subconsciously touched her lips, the taste of mint didn't leave her tongue. Alex had kissed her several times but this time he tasted different. Maybe it was because she kissed him and not likewise.Isabella felt a knot tying in her stomach and butterflies filled her inside.Later that evening, Isabella decided to step out of her bedroom in order to get herself some food. Calculating the time, Alex must've finished
Isabella slowly applied ointment on Alex's hurting knuckle. While she made the application, Isabella slowly blew air on it so he wouldn't feel the pain.Although his hand showed no sign of it hurting, Isabella could still tell that it hurt. There was no swell or bruise. Alex sure had the body of a well trained guard. She wondered if he was into sports or martial arts. She wouldn't be surprised if he was into any. There's nothing impossible for him to do, she could attest to that.After she was done, she tied a bandage around his hand. "Thank you" Alex said politely but Isabella shoved him off."It's fine. I'm just returning the favor you did for me" she declared.Alex arched a brow in confusion. "What do you mean?""Didn't you also apply treatment for me in the kitchen? I'm also returning the favor, Mr Hunt…"Alex was silent for a moment. Isabella stood up with the kit in an attempt to return it back to its place. Alex grabbed her wrist instead and pulled her back, making her sit on
Isabella wore Alex's sweat shirt and a pair of tight jeans. She applied light makeup and tied her hair into a bun. She also tied a strong belt on Ruin, so he doesn't escape from her.Before they left, while they were both outside the house, Isabella spoke with Ruin."We are heading outside now so behave yourself and be a good boy, Ruin" she said.The dog nodded as if it understood every bit of her words.Isabella took Ruin out, luckily for her, there was a park nearby so she decided to take him there. She sat on a bench under a huge oak tree, and Isabella brought out a sketchbook and drawing pen.She decided to make some drawings of the surroundings. Even though she wasn't too good in art, Isabella wanted to use this to while away time. Ruin just sat there on the grass watching the whole scenario. He seemed to be enjoying it. Ruin was barely allowed by Alex to come outside the house.He was placed indoors all day which was the reason why he got aggressive with strangers. He was neve
Isabella heard Ruin's endless whimpers, the poor dog was in so much pain after being shot by Adams.Isabella crawled towards it, she was so afraid that he might die. She hugged the dog immediately. His blood smeared all over her what was remaining of her clothes.Isabella was almost naked, Adams really didn't have mercy on her. He would've had his way with her if Alex didn't arrive on time. When Alexander and Carlos entered the house, they noticed something strange.The living room was scattered as if someone had searched it. Some important places were also touched. Alex looked upstairs immediately."Find out who did this!" He declared and rushed upstairs to find Isabella…When he got there, he was welcomed by the pool of Ruin's blood on the floor. Alex almost panicked when he saw Isabella wrapped around his dog on the floor."Isabella…" he yelled out, rushing towards them. Alex pulled Isabella away from the dog and he hugged her. She shivered fearfully in his arms, crying profusely
Isabella woke up in the morning feeling sour all over. She was yet to open her eyes to see clearly. She moved on the bed, before stretching her hands out to hold Alex.Isabella's hand landed on the empty space on the bed and it made her realize that Alex wasn't in bed. Isabella's eyes sprang open immediately.Her heart thumped loudly inside her chest. "Where is he?" She asked herself, sitting upright and clutching on to the bedsheets.She wrapped the sheets around her body and stood up. Isabella managed to walk to.the wardrobe where she picked out one of Alex's shirts and wore it.The T-shirt was bigger, and it covered her body down to her knees. Isabella already expected it. It wasn't her first time wearing his clothes.She didn't bother to wear any underwear because she still felt sour. She just left the bedroom to find him.Upon arriving outside the bedroom, the delicious smell of food hit her nose. Isabella needed no one to tell her that Alex was busy in the kitchen cooking.She i
When they left the hospital, Alex noticed that Isabella's mood changed throughout the ride. She was so quiet and she sighed continuously.Alex held her hand and pressed it slightly. "What's wrong?" He asked her.Isabella looked at him, she didn't know what to say to him, she felt so guilty for being unable to tell him that Adams was responsible for shooting Ruin.She pitied the dog and wanted it to get Justice. But that would only cause a rift between Alex and his nephew. Isabella decided to keep shut. "It's nothing" she quickly denied it.Alex didn't believe her but he had no reasons to doubt her either. "Are you sure about that?" He asked and she nodded.Alex didn't ask her anything anymore until they reached the villa. Isabella went to her bedroom to rest, while Alex went to his study room. He got a message from Carlos— stating that the CCTV footage was ready.Alex had a CCTV camera installed in the hallway. He decided to use it as a part of his investigation in order to get the
Isabella rushed up her work on the documents, she wanted to get through with them before she heads out to see Adams. It was important that she meet up with him.The work was just too much for her, she knew that she wouldn't be able to meet up but she still tried. Isabella soon heard the message notifications on her phone.Adams sent her the messages containing the address and time. Isabella was stunned when she realized that she had less than fifteen minutes to meet him.She panicked, dropping a pile of documents on the floor. Isabella quickly braces herself up. She read his new message that came in. ‘Dress nicely ’Isabella frowned her face. What did he mean? Why does she have to dress nicely in order to see him?She ignored that and focused on packing up. She was going to return as early as she could so that she could finish up. Isabella looked and realized that Alex was still inside his office but he was also working hard on his MacBook.She wanted to use this opportunity to go to
In the morning…Isabella woke up feeling a throbbing headache which almost sent her going crazy as it hit her. She held her head and rubbed her temples as she sat upright on the bed.She looked around the bedroom, it was Alex's room but she was alone in it. Where is he? She asked herself before getting to recall what had happened the previous night.Isabella had flashy memories about her moment with Alexander inside the car. It was so intriguing, yet embarrassing for her as she made the first move. Isabella was so ashamed, she thought about how to face him when he came in.Just as she was thinking about it, the door opened, revealing the most handsome nB she'd ever seen. Alexander walked inside with a tray. He made her breakfast and also coffee for hangovers."You're up early," he said.For Someone who got so wasted last night, he expected her to wake up at least 11 a.m. but it was just 9.Alex carefully kept the food on the drawer, while Isabella just watched him silently. She didn't