Emberly povI moved as quickly as I could. I have no memories other than the thought that I saw my uncle.He cannot be in New York, not at all. Has he heard that I'm here and that I exist? Will he take me back and abuse me like an animal once more?But what if he instead arrives here? My head was so heavy that I covered my lips with my palm as I trembled.Em, nothing is going to occur.Loosen, Emberly.I sway back and forth while shaking my head.When I felt a touch on my shoulder, my eyes widened and I sprang back.I stumbled as a result of my legs bouncing, but a set of arms around my waist saved me from falling to the ground as well as breaking my nose."What apparently happened to you? Are you okay?" When Adrian saw my red eyes, he growled and his eyes slightly enlarged.He hugged me and said, "Em." He also cupped my face.I encircled him with my arms and buried my face against his hard chest.He kissed my forehead and massaged my back.I sobbed more and buried my face in his ches
Adrian PovI hang up the phone and go down the stairs, saying, "I'm going there."My Mom's voice causes me to pause at my house, "Adrian."When I glanced around, my sister Skylar and my father were with her.Mom soon approaches and quickly wraps her arms around me; I felt moisture on my shoulder.Why is mom crying, though? I pulled away from her and brushed away her tears as I looked at Skylar and noticed that Dad was also looking very dejected. His eyes were swollen, too.Mom shook her head and put her hand over her forehead, saying, "Skylar told me everything about what happened with Em, that poor girl went through worse." Dad rushed over and gave her a big embrace while gently massaging her back.I nodded in approval as Dad remarked, "Son, I can't even fathom that something this dreadful could happen to a good-hearted girl like Emberly."Even though I'm still in disbelief, I realise that she's really able to control this much suffering, dad. Skylar asks me, "So, what are you going
Adrian's PovAs I approach my mansion, my eyes are drawn to Emberly, my wife, who is seated in the garden there with my sister Skylar.While Emberly was making the mud and a small rose plant was kept next to them along with other plants, Skylar said something to her.They are both gardening here, then.Emberly and Skylar turned to face their mother as she approached them with a tray of sandwiches and a glass of milk.She forces Emberly to take a seat in front of the small dining table in the garden, and Skylar joins her.Skylar pouts as she hands them a sandwich, a fruit plate, and a glass of milk while gesturing for them to eat, which causes Emberly to burst into laughing.I don't know why, but I noticed her happiness and my lips even curled.Thank God, she's happier now. She'd been through worse, and I'll make sure her life with me is filled with joy from now on.Finally, just by looking at Emberly, a weight that had been weighing on my heart lifts.Dad's voice came from behind me a
Adrian's POVI questioned her, jerking my head back in a bray of laughter, "Why do you hate flowers?"They are the most overrated and deceitful creatures, she said, twisting her mouth into a scowl.Although everyone likes flowers since they're so gorgeous, I refrained from laughing when I realised that she detested flowers and, more significantly, why."Why?" I questioned.She whistled, "You know," but she quickly looked down after stomping on something under her feet."First, make an impression with colour, then leave a lasting impression with aroma. Eventually, the colour and fragrance fade away, leaving just what is left." While still sneering, she rapidly moves closer to them after noticing the cactus she planted in the far-off, unseen area of my mansion's garden.Taking care to avoid hurting herself, gently touch them.She touched them, and I said, "Be cautious!" Thank God she's not wounded!"Tears fall from her eyes, and even her hands are shaking as she says, "Thorns do not ne
Emberly POV"Your Nan is so incredible, she's so amiable, and you know, when she was chatting with me, I felt like I was talking to a friend of the same age as mine," As we were wandering inside our penthouse, I started rambling.Adrian was grinning, simply staring at me and patiently listening to what I had to say.He said, "I know," and tucked a hair strand behind my ear.************** I took in the stunning scenery of Santorini, where the majesty blue water makes me feel as like I'm walking on clouds.I took a deep breath of the clean air and thought, "This is heaven, for sure."You will love Greece, Adrian said as he grinned and turned to face me.I grabbed him passionately, saying, "I absolutely love Santorini, thank you very much for bringing me here."He embraced me, and I gave him a hug in return.I exclaimed, "Wow, look at that," and hurried to the beach. I grabbed a handful of the chilly water and rubbed it all over my face.When the gentle fresh water reached my feet and
Someone shook me. "Em Em Emberly."I flinched and looked at Adrian. He was looking at me while his glance darted around"I'm not sure." I opened my mouth but nothing came out."It's okay, don't rush, "he smiled and cupped my face.Ahm Ahm, "the sound of someone coughing makes us look at the person."It's a man in his mid-sixties. He was wearing simple cotton shorts with a printed shirt and had an old-looking outdated camera."May I take your photos, please. You both look like or I think you are newlyweds. This is an amazing place for lovers. They say that Aphrodite, our Greek goddess of love, has a special blessing in this place. That's why many couples fall in love here," he told us smiling."Wow, this is a new thing. I've got to know it today," I smiled."Thanks, can I take your pictures?" he asked."Sure, please," Adrian said with the widest ever smile and quickly took hold of my waist, pulling me towards him. I rested my hands over his chest as he pressed me more against him."Yes
Adrian povShe begged me to help her as the waves launched themselves at her, sending her plummeting to the bottom of the sea, but I turned away from her and tightened my hands into fists.I want to save her and get her out of that damn water, but if I do, she won't ever be able to stand up for herself again. I don't want her to be a weak, helpless shell; instead, I want her to be strong enough to stand up for herself.One thing became evident when her brother Asher informed me of her illness and how her uncle, aunt, and other members used to abuse and torment her.She is so weak that she is incapable of standing up for herself.She must thus embrace her inner rebel, have the will to overcome obstacles and stand up for herself.And in order to learn, she must experience the threat to her life or soul damage that will awaken the spirit of retaliation within her. If I wanted to, I could jump in to save her in a matter of seconds, but I won't; she must do this in order to ensure that no
Adrian yelled into the phone, "Yes, do it right away; I want him in jail."We returned to New York yesterday night, and I had a great time there, especially with Nan. As I was unloading the baggage, I realised why Adrian's mother is so kind: she is Nan's daughter.I put my clothing in the closet and whispered, "Whom you want behind the bars, Adrian."Adrian gave me a sidelong glance and said, "Nothing extraordinary."He told me "Emberly, "Well, I've engaged a trainer for you.""Trainer," I scowled at him.Adrian looked at his watch and said, "Yes, a trainer, he will teach you self defence, and how to fight if someone physically abuses you."I asked, tapping my foot, "But why.""Every girl has to learn it," he explained, "so that no one can physically assault her."I furrowed my brows and said, "And, what makes you believe that I need it at this moment?"Did he know anything about me, particularly about my traumatic past?He shook his head in response to "how many inquiries you've aske