BrienneHer words were like icy water slipping into my veins. I whipped my head back to her, seeing her open face.She knew everything? How? My mind raced as I gauged what to say next.“I have no idea what you're talking about.” I bit out, trying to pretend.“Don't lie,” she bit back, “it's not that hard to tell. An anonymous tip? Really?”“There are only a few people who know that much information about my life and there's only one who has threatened me. You're the only person I know who could have done this.”‘What the…’ I stood stunned.Disbelief filled me as she glared. Everything she said was true, but none of it was any actual proof. Just her deductions.She didn't even mention HIM. “Is that all you know?” My tone was sarcastic but I internally gauged her, trying to hide my suspicion and fear.The slight hesitation on her face told me all I needed to know. She quickly raised her chin in a mask of confidence.“I need to hear it from you,” she said, “Viktor confirmed my suspicion
Brienne He was so attached to her, confessing how he loved her, helping her. He'd changed because of her, constantly by her side as the poster child for college sweethearts. The eventual breakup I hoped would happen in time never happened and soon enough she was moving into his penthouse after college.‘Unfair.’ I thought. She'd taken everything I wanted.The opportunity I was waiting for she'd stolen from me. She, who had nothing to offer, had him wrapped around her finger in that innocent gaze.Her, a nobody, took him from me.I probably should have been born an actress with how good I was at pretending. I played the friend role well, being by her side and comforting her when it mattered. Just like Geoffrey did for Viktor, I hid my absolute disdain for her for the time being and the promise of more. I'd sworn to myself that I was going to take him back and get rid of her once and for all. And I did.As I reached the VIP room the place was completely deserted. I must have been in t
BrienneTHREE DAYS LATER: Humming to myself, I looked at the two earrings. Gold or opal? Which was I going to wear today?After seconds of contemplation, I sighed annoyed. Had Julienne been here, perhaps she would have given a good suggestion. For all the trash she came from, she at least had a less than mediocre taste.After a few seconds, I looked at my two choices once more and picked up the gold. It felt a bit gaudy for my tastes, but what did it matter? There was nothing wrong with looking a bit gaudy for a special occasion, and this was most certainly a special occasion.Today was the day of the announcement. I wasn't excited for the event as to what it meant. Helping Viktor and raising the reputation of the company was only a plus side compared to the joy of getting retribution for her and that fiancee of hers embarrassing me, but I was excited for a completely different reason.Because with the announcement there would be a second announcement; one of the fixed date of our we
EvaThe cold wind made me shiver as I walked through the city streets, but nothing could compare to the icy chill in my heart. The doctor's words still echoed in my ears even though I was far away from the hospital.Pregnant. I was pregnant.How was I going to deal with this? It has been half a year since I graduated from college and still had no job. I didn't even know how I was going to tell him, how he would react...I stopped in my tracks when I saw the building I called home. It at least used to be one.It was late, but I was sure Viktor didn't mind, if he was even there in the first place.Things wouldn't have been so bad if not for his constant attitude and neglect towards me. Anytime I tried to reach out, he acted violently, cursing me and breaking things around me. It hurt too much to think about. So I left him alone, even though it hurt. Since then the home that we shared together felt more like a cold house. He was never there and if he was, he never stayed long. Anytime h
SIX YEARS LATEREva“Cory! Anthea! Hurry up your friends are waiting for you!” I screamed in exhaustion towards the empty hallway.“Yes mom!” A chorus answer filled the room before footsteps approached and four little feet drew closer. I smiled fondly at the two eager children in front of me. Cory was still chewing the breakfast I made for him while Anthea had peanut butter stains on her cheek and hand.I lowered to their level and wiped the stains off her hand before facing both of them.“Don't forget what I said. Stay with your teachers all the time and stay safe.”“Yes mom.” They chorused, smiling cheekily. I couldn't help the tears that sprung from my eyes.My son and daughter, the lights of my life.It came as a shock to me that I gave birth to not one but two children. They both looked alike as well, sharing my mocha complexion with only a difference in our eyes and hair.I kissed their cheek and gave them a firm hug before leading them with their small luggage in my hands.Com
EvaI reread the name over and over, but it never changed.This couldn't be possible. It had to be a mistake.Shaking my head I turned back to Face, trying to ignore the sinking feeling in my chest.“Can you repeat the name again?” I asked, my mouth turning dry. “Viktor Reynolds.”The knot in my stomach tightened as I looked back at the file, seeing the name there.Reynolds Family Corps. There was only one company with the name like that.Throughout the six years I spent in the city I managed to steer clear away from him with little to no effort. Even as I rose up in the ranks and joined business parties I never saw him and I had avoided any news related to him, his family or their company successfully since. This city was big enough for the both of us and I thought I would go my life without seeing him.My worst fears had come to pass.I would have to face my ex, the man who threw me out without a second glance once again. The man who had cheated on me with the person who was suppos
EvaThe entire meeting was clear and succinct. I did most of the talking while most of them gaped my way. Richard was still pale, nodding to everything I said while looking at me in shock. Brienne looked infuriated yet she couldn't say a word. I smirked inwardly.Viktor’s gaze was especially bored into my face to the point I could feel it. Still I managed to keep my cool until I was done.“Now that the briefing is done, I will see you all tomorrow.” I stood up and it took everything in me to not bolt out. Instead I walked calmly and found myself in the nearest restroom which was thankfully empty.That went well, I thought breathlessly as I looked in the mirror. Still I couldn't believe I handled myself and I was still shaken by the entire thing.The door clicking open made me jolt. I whipped my head towards the entranceGrace, Victor's mother faced me directly, no expression on her face. My heart hammered in my chest as I looked at her. What was she going to do now? Threaten me? Shou
EvaI groaned as I entered the empty house. There were no cries of children, none of the usual screaming, nothing. I didn't know how much I missed it until moments like these.Entering my room I swiped through my phone. I couldn't call them now, considering that they were likely asleep, so I settled on calling someone else.The phone rang for seconds before it clicked. Contentment filled me as Jon's face came into view.“Hello my love.” he drawled out in his deep sexy voice, making heat rise to my cheeks.“Still such a flirt even when you're cities away.” I scoffed playfully, making him smile wider.“Who can blame me when I'm with someone like you.” My heart grew soft under his praises. Even though he'd been doing this since he showed interest in me years ago I still wasn't used to it.I stroked his face on the screen “How are you doing?” I asked.“Good, which isn't surprising because it's me.” He wiggled his eyebrows immediately after.“But overall I'm mostly worried about it. How a