Hello dear readers, I apologize for Chapter 43, the draft of which was published by mistake. I edited it two days ago but the editors are on vacation. The chapter will be modified next Monday.
Natalie’s POV I slowly tried to open my eyelids as a strong light struck them. I closed them again and stretched my hand to touch Rafael’s body, who insisted on sleeping in my room last night. But his place was empty despite his scent lingering in the air. I opened my eyes and sat up, only to see Rosy, one of the domestic staff. As soon as she saw me wake up, she smiled softly and said, “Good morning, Miss Natalie.” It was strange to wake up and find one of the domestic staff in my room. It had never happened before. They can't just walk into my personal space so casually without asking. It seemed like she realized what I was thinking, so she smiled again and clarified, “Mr. Merrin asked me to bring your breakfast to your room. I hope I didn’t bother you, though.” I scanned the room with my eyes, making sure there was nothing suspicious or odd left from last night. I sighed in relief when everything seemed normal. I smiled, cleared my throat, and said in a clumsy tone, “Okay, thank
Natalie’s POVAs I expected, all the gazes of the security guards were on the car. Its shiny color easily caught their attention. I was glad that I was already late for work and that all the employees were now in their offices.After I parked the car, I headed straight to Rafael’s office inside the building, hoping to catch him before he got immersed in the day's endless meetings. I tightened the scarf around my neck as a group of employees joined me in the elevator. I greeted them with a small smile, and they returned the greeting, continuing their conversation."Is Rafael in his office?" I asked the secretary once I stood before her desk.She smiled broadly and replied, "Yes, Miss Natalie. And he’s waiting for you.”I raised my eyebrows slightly in astonishment, then narrowed my eyes at the realization that he knew I would come to him. So, he was doing all this on purpose.Suddenly, a harsh voice from the speaker on the secretary's desk rang out loudly, saying, "Hasn't Miss Natalie
Natalie’s POVI raised my chin defiantly and retorted, “So, how do you plan to satisfy your sadistic urges?”He didn’t reply, but I knew the answer. He was addicted to what he had been doing all these years. My body stiffened as I grappled with a dilemma: should I let go of this futile relationship?He felt my body tense, so he tapped on my shoulders and said in a sad tone, “I can't guarantee your safety if we get in this.”I closed my eyes to hide my despair, and when I opened them again I inquired, “Then, why did you pay that car for me? Why did you care to send breakfast to my room? Is that compensation for using me? Should be grateful for that?”He exclaimed in shock, “No, for God's sake, Natalie. I did that because I want to. Because our relationship will never be over. You're my family. I’ll take care of you and shower you with care even if you refused”I stared deeply into his eyes with a challenge and said with a confirm tone, “But I want to sign that contract.”He was taken a
Natalie's POV Before Rafael could reply, knocks on the door made him frown. He glanced at his wristwatch and roared, "Come in." His secretary entered and closed the door behind her. A look of trouble on her face, she cleared her throat and stammered, "Sir, I know you ordered me not to interrupt you or let anyone through. But Miss Debbie is here, and she insisted on seeing you now. Even though I told her that you’re in a close meeting with Miss Natalie. I could barely hold her back from barging in." “What did she want?” he asked. Before the secretary could reply, the office door swung open, and Debbie walked in. She stared at each one of us with a broad smile, then stepped towards me and hugged me, saying, “Hey, Natalie. Long time no see. I missed you.” Then she held my hands and added, “We should make sisters day together one day.” She looked at Rafael and added, “Your sister will be my sister once we marry.” "What’s wrong? Why are you here?" Rafael ignored her statement and as
Natalie's POV "You're unbelievable!" I exclaimed amidst tears and laughter. Our laughter echoed to the folks beside us. It was incredible how my friends and I transformed into reservoirs of jokes whenever we gathered. Even in the darkest moments of our lives, we couldn't resist bursting into laughter when we were together. "You didn't see how Fello acted when the man caught her red-handed," Rebecca recounted amidst her chuckles, struggling to keep her tears at bay. The waiter brought over our orders. Rebecca and Fello opted for wine, while I chose orange juice. "Come on, Natalie. We haven't seen each other for a while now. One glass wouldn't do any harm," Fello urged, attempting to persuade me to join them in drinking. I shook my head firmly and replied, "No." Rebecca gulped her glass in one shot and asked with curiosity shining in her green eyes, "So, tell us about the Bugatti. Did it come from that Frenchman?" Fello sighed in a dreamy tone, "Oh, how romantic! Is he really th
Natalie’s POVI shot my friends a furious look, still simmering with anger over what they had done earlier. However, I couldn't maintain my facade for long; soon, we burst into laughter."I can't believe you did that, you crazy ones," I said amidst my giggles.Rebecca replied with excitement, "I can't believe he sent you that amount of money already. Is there any way to push his fiancée aside and make him engage me?""What about your fiancé?" Fello asked her, his tone dripping with fake disdain.She rolled her eyes and said, "Dev is a wealthy man, but he's not as rich as Rafael."I stared at her with amusement. "Haven't you heard of love before?""Love is for weak people," she replied, lifting her chin defiantly.Her reply reminded me of Rafael's opinion about love; they shared the same perspective.But there was a difference between their reasons for that opinion. As much as I understood Rebecca's love for money, I also knew the extent of her suffering due to her mother's relationshi
Rafael’s POV"What happened?" I asked Natalie's friend, Fello, over the phone, attempting to suppress the furious tone in my voice as I drove recklessly.Fello replied amid her sobs, fear evident in her trembling voice, "I don't know. She started acting strangely, and now we couldn't make her leave the dance floor. And... and..." She hesitated, as if she was in a dilemma.I yelled impatiently, “What’s wrong, Fello? What happened again?”“Some… there are some men trying to pull her to one of the rooms,” she said, and I cursed, “Fuck.”"We tried to talk to the security men, but they weren't very helpful. They said they can't interfere while the girl is doing this on her own," Fello said, breaking down into loud sobs."Please, Rafael. Come as soon as you can," Rebecca's terrified voice came through the speaker. She paused for a second, then added with a broken voice, "I'm afraid you'll be too late if you don't."Her words spurred me to increase my speed. I couldn't comprehend why Natalie
Natalie's POV Intense pain surged through my body like a relentless wave of torment. I felt as though I were trapped in a bubble of agony. Struggling to open my eyes, I sensed the pain between my legs intensifying.I moaned, tossing and turning with discomfort. The red light surrounding me only intensified the feeling of unease."You're finally awake?" I heard his deep voice say.I tried to turn my head to see him, but I couldn't move my body. My hands and legs were tied up tightly."Raf? Please, I need you!" I said, overwhelmed by the feeling between my legs. I tried to squeeze them together, but they were tied firmly."Raf? Why are you tying me?" I asked anxiously. The feeling inside me was increasing, and I couldn't tolerate it any longer. I needed him. I wanted him to fuck me.“Rafael, please!” I begged this time.Was I dreaming?The uncertainty gnawed at me.But the answer came swiftly when a sudden impact struck between my legs.I screamed in pain, and then I saw him standing b