Chapter Two.
Allysa's POV.
As I walked past the long hallway, I saw the board of directors coming out from another room, and with them my stepmother. Everyone stopped and looked at me, I didn’t give them a chance to look at me with pity as I stopped and glared at them.
My stepmother was alarmed and tried to smile lovingly. “Dear, what happened to you? Are you crying? Having a bad day?”
My anger almost burst out from the pent-up hatred, I suddenly had the urge to grab her black hair and pulled it.
But instead, I smirk at her and everyone. “Nice try joking mother, very funny to the point I have almost forgotten to myself from slapping your stupid face. And I doubt you will ever see me cry, maybe at your funeral I will.” I answered sharply and didn’t bother to analyze their surprised faces.
I went straight to the elevator and pressed the button. Thankfully, it opened very quickly and no one was inside. I went in and turned around to see their faces painted with disbelief, confusion, and shock.
My stepmother looked at me with anger for the humiliation I brought her, I saw her glare until the door of the elevator closed.
It was then when the silence enveloped the four corners that I realized how much my heart was aching. It felt like my heart shattered into a million pieces, how my father chose to believe my step-sister rather than asking me for the truth, on how he chose her rather than his real daughter. I didn’t realize how hard I was clenching my fist that it started to feel stingy.
I wished mom was here, I wished I could turn back time 10 years ago when mom was still alive. Where the time I have my father’s unconditional love and care.
It seems that the world must have hated me. I don't even recall what the hell I did wrong to deserve this.
Reaching the ground floor, I didn't bother to look at everyone and stormed out of the building.
Walking fast I got into the parking lot and grabbed my keys from my bag. I grabbed the handle and opened it harshly.
Closing the door shut, I leaned in back and stared blankly at the front. I didn't notice that my eyes were starting to get blurry, and soon tears started to stream down.
I didn't know why, and I don't understand. Where the hell did my life start going down? I cannot accept something like this!
I hate my father! I hate him for doing this to me. I hate my mother for leaving me too early, I hate my stepmom and stepsister for all the schemes and for taking my beloved father away from me.
I didn't realize that I was crying hard, punching the steering wheel in front of me. I am mad, I want to ferociously break everything in my sight.
It didn't take a minute before I gradually calmed myself down. Inserting the key and twisting it, the car's engine roared loudly.
I only have one thing on my mind right now. I want to relax, let loose and have a quiet place to think. My next plan is to prove those accusations of my father to me, the truth. Let's see how he likes that. Without realizing it, I had already clenched my hanging fists on the steering as my breathing grew deeper.
I soon forced myself to extricate from the sudden emotions that emerged within me. I turned my attention to something else, in front of me was a tall building and at the top of that, there was a name laid upon it.
HCC - Hall's Corporate and Company.
I clench my teeth as I glare at it. I will not just leave like that, I will never let anyone have what rightfully belongs to me. I will have that company whether by communication or force. I saw my eyes in the front view mirror, it was glazed yet burning.
Turning the steering wheels, I left the parking lot with a heavy yet burning heart.
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Calming down, I wiped my tears and set my head straight. Trying to clear my head and pad my way.
Ironically, I did say I wanted to go to a quiet place that would give me a breather and peace of mind. But remembering that I was still living in the mansion and didn't know any other places to crash. I was stumped by the idea of staying at home. I would rather kill myself than stay any minute breathing the same air as them.
Because of my pettiness and bitter attitude, I have no other place to go. I just realized that when I was just a street away from entering our subdivision, therefore, I could only turn my car and find a place.
While I was driving, my body was on autopilot. I don't even know where the heck I am, I just continue driving until my vision gazes upon this strange logo and name.
The logo was shaped into an eye without a pupil or lashes, and it is called Seraphim.
Why did I think it was weird? Well, seraphim mean angel right? So why is the logo something like that? I cannot connect the word angel or any symbolism in that logo.
I just shrug my shoulders and turn my car towards the establishment. I don't need reasoning today, I just need a quiet place to stay all night.
This establishment is a bar. It was placed below the word "seraphim" and I'm very grateful for it.
I can just drink away my sorrow for now. After parking my car, I opened the door and walked out. Sun kissed my skin and blouse, and I was stumped when I looked at my attire.
It's my office outfit! A white long sleeve blouse and a pencil skirt. My face was filled with horror and I got a glimpse of my wristwatch.
It's three in the afternoon!
It was then I realized that it is not even nighttime, and most bars wouldn't be open around this time!
I stopped walking and was about to turn around when I suddenly got hit by a wall.
Chapter Three.Allysa's POV. “Ouch,” I whined and the impact made me take a step back. Raising my right hand, I rubbed the gap between my forehead. It didn’t hurt too much but it was pretty hard. And wait? How did a wall freaking get in my back? “Sorry, are you hurt?” a deep voice asked in concern. My body halted as I was processing what happened. I immediately took my hand and looked up, there I saw a tall handsome young man with bright blond hair, he was wearing a black retro wayfarer sunglasses. I immediately took a step back and shook my head. “No, I’m fine. It was my fault for stopping mid-way.” I apologized and offered a smile. He looks down and his sunglasses slip down revealing a pair of bright alluring blue eyes behind the lens. He offered a kind smile and sigh in relief. “That’s great! I really thought you were hurt.” I stared at him, he looked so easygoing and carefree. "By the way, why are you just standing there?" He asked in a curious tone. Suddenly, I got embar
Chapter Four. Allysa's POV It was a sight to behold. Wearing a plain white shirt and black pants, he dominated my eyes. I am not one for an eye candy but that man just screams for attention. I have never dated guys before nor did I entertain one, it was all due to my busy schedule or because of my brazen personality. I was too bold for them to handle, arrogant and shameless as they put it. My word appears arrogant to them, I find it difficult to sugar-coat my words. I don't them to misunderstand and wait like a fool, I don't want them to waste their time, and mine. In the business world, time is gold, essential if you want to climb higher. But I have never said that I was not interested in dating, so how come I would let an opportunity like this down the drain? This opportunity is hard to come by. I won't waste it, rather than sulking here and just witnessing others enjoy themselves, I would rather entertain myself. "Heh." I chuckled as I swirled my drink. Now that I think abou
A gasp escaped from my lips when I heard his voice. I was relieved and I feel much safer than before. But contrary to feelings, the pervert was driven mad. "Who the fuck are you to meddle with our problem! You want a piece of me huh!?" he said with madness as his attention slip away from me and walk towards the raven hair guy. I was suddenly nervous about what might happen. I am afraid that a fight might break out! We can't let that happen! Fighting inside a bar is dangerous, and I don't want this good man to be dragged into my affair. My conscience would not let me sleep if something bad happens to him because of me. "Wait—" I shouted as I tried to stop the man but I was completely cut off when the madman raised his right arm and made his hand curled into a fist. I gasped when the pervert man made a punching action. Leaning backward and raising his hand to ear level, push it forward and swing it. "Oh my gosh no!" I screamed in horror. Smash! Plop. A soft sound echoed, I was v
They say that if you want to catch your prey, you must not only put the bait. You also need to catch them off guard but must be also wary of the other lurking predators.In the wild, never assume you’re the only one hunting. There’s more a lot of hunters than prey.“Hi, there! Can you grant this miserable woman who’s never been in a relationship, a favor?” Allysa asked pretty boldly, cheeks flushed red due to alcohol.The girls around him paused and straight look up at the new woman. Their eyes scanned her whole frame as if they were some re-tribunal judges, here to pass down judgment.Women.One of the most amazing and sympathetic living beings lives in society.Ah yes, besides that title they are also the nastiest creature on earth.They will not back down on a challenge, especially on a delicious prey sitting right next to them. If it comes to the things they want, they would tear the limbs and cut them out. Leaving no other hunter alive to pry on her prey.They will do anything, e
Randall’s eye were wide open as he tried to process everything. His gaze landed on the beautiful woman long think lashes, as her eyes were closed. Her hair was dark yet against the light that was shining from a small disco bar, it looked like there were stars twinkling within the strands.She was indeed pretty, and bold. Randall just stood there like a statue for moment before the woman’s eye slowly opened. Her light eyes were looking straight into Randall’s jet-black eyes and for some reason, it sent small thunders down his spine; and when he trailed up and down her body subtly, not that she was doing that too, he tried his best not to stare at where her fitted jean was hugging her thighs.There lips were still connected, both were not pulling apart and staring to each others eyes. Randall was having a headache and Allysa’s heart was pounding loudly.Allysa move pulled back and give the man a sly grin. She sniffed at the lapel of Randall’s dress shirt as she let out a small giggle, “
Randall lean forward before picking a kiss on the intoxicated Allysa. Which, she returns as a giggle and steals a longer kiss, tongue twisting and fighting for dominance. When both of them pulled away, a string of saliva was shared.The raven-haired man scooped her by the waist. The light-headed Allysa instinctively hooked her legs and tightened her hug to prevent falling as Randall stood up. With a little giggle, she buried her face toward the man’s neck, inhaling his scent.Randall carried her effortlessly from the place they were sited and walked past through the dance floor. There were shared whispers of jealousy and curiosity as they passed by the dance floor which made Randall kind of irritated. He doesn’t want their privacy to be pried on, which is why he looks around to look for the nearest exit.Nero, who was chatting fairly with his customer felt saw a familiar figure in the background. On the dance floor, a raven-hair man was twisting his head, wanting to get away from the
Warm, I felt a little hot on my right cheek and bright light hitting my right eye.I woke up with a massive headache.Dang, it hurts. Like it was hit by a baseball bat for a hundred times.I held my head and pulled my body to sit up from the bed. I tried to rub my eyes with my free hand and felt constricted by my clothes. I was confused about why since I normally wear a shirt and shorts at home. I slowly opened my eyes and it took me a while to adjust to my surroundings. I blink for many times, trying to comprehend where I am.My eyes widen like an owl when I noticed it was different from my room.When the realization sank in that this wasn’t my room by all mean - floor to ceiling windows, carpeted floors and a king-sized bed; I panicked and immediately looked at myself.I felt like a needle was pulled out of me since I am still wearing my own clothes.Wait what!?But I thought it would be my time to experience something like that!I then quickly looked over to the other side of the
He extended his left hand and offer it to me. “Care to join me for breakfast, Miss Allysa?” I could help myself but be mesmerized. The plan to get out of here in peace seems to take a huge turn. I have been caught red-handed and there’s really no escaping now. I really could not do much though even if I wasn’t caught, like could I open the elevator when it needs a fingerprint? I’m pretty sure it is not my fingerprint whose needed.This is why I hate modern technology sometimes, they make everything so complicated yet convenient for everyone. This must be the start of our love-hate relationship.I really have no choice but to rethink my escape plan. Plus, the stranger already disappeared into the kitchen without waiting for my answer. I could not help but knock my head lightly because I could not remember what I did to him to take responsibility for something. I hesitantly followed Randall after a few minutes of self-loathing.When I walk towards the kitchen, I saw his well-built body