Lucas’s Pov (one day later)A groan left me as I stared at the daily paper that was set on my office desk. I picked it up and read the headline that had been the topic of every major business and celebrity news outlet this morning. ‘Bella Connery Wife of CEO Lucas Connery seen having a nervous breakdown after finding out about Mr. Connerys affair.’ “It’s not as bad as you think.” Danny stated as he leaned over and looked down at it. The picture on the front said otherwise. On one side Bella had collapsed on the ground and on the other was Penelope sitting on my lap. The contrast of light and dark made it seem purposeful. I rubbed my face as I opened the paper up and read the first sentence. “Sources close to The 19 year old CEO say that his marriage is in shambles as he’s works to mend things with his wife while keeping up with the company.” “That’s one news article. There have been dozens of others and they all paint you out to be the victim.” He stated as he pushed another p
Lucas’s Pov I instantly paled as I stared into his cruel eyes that were originally a dark brown that almost looked black but now were a bright blue. His white hair was the contrast to his darker hair and his face seemed more defined, he actually looked like you could trust him and that was mortifying. Robert smirked as he grabbed a random book off the shelf and turned his body towards me as he leaned against my book case. “It’s been awhile since I’ve had that affect on someone just by speaking my name.” He stated wryly. My expression turned grim as he causally opened up the book like he didn’t just tell us that he was one of the most dangerous criminals in the world. Victor looked terrified as he turned and stared at Roberts like he was a mad man. Danny was the only one that didn’t seem fazed which told me he wasn’t surprised by this piece of information. I turned my gaze towards Danny in disbelief. “You brought a deadly criminal around Bella?” I asked not understanding what he w
Lucas’s Pov “What time will everyone get here?” I asked Janet as we walked into the hall where we would be holding the press conference at. “In 20 minutes.” She answered breathlessly as she tried to keep up with my long strides. I gave a simple nod as I looked around the room. “How many people are coming?” I asked as I took in all of the black cushioned chairs that were set out. There was about 7 rows of chairs with each row having anywhere from 4-6 chairs on each side. There was even a refreshment table that looked to have dozens of finger sandwich’s and drinks set up. “Danny asked me to invite every major business outlet and paparazzi, so about 50 at least .” She stated confidently causing my brows to knit from confusion. “I thought I said I only wanted the top 10 business outlets here?” I asked as I turned towards the podiums that were set up on a platform and started to walk towards them. “You were in a meeting when he came by, I didn’t want to bother you.” She stated lo
Lucas’s Pov “You are on in five minutes.” Someone yelled causing me to curse under my breath as I walked up to Monica. She stared at me with glossy eyes that almost seemed lustful as I walked towards her. My expression turned hard instantly not having the effect I hoped on her. Instead of taking a hint she blinked her eyes as she looked down at the floor meekly. Before I had gotten close enough were I could talk to her without having to yell Robert was stepping off the platform. “She’s not going home.” He stated as I stepped directly in front of her. My eyes narrowed as I looked at him In irritation. “She is not my wife.” I stated confidently. Roberts eyes got hard as he took a step towards me. I stared directly in his eyes not caring that he was some dangerous criminal. “She is not needed and never will be.” I added confidently. She walked from behind Roberts as she scowled at me. “I am here to help you, you need to be grateful.” She demanded in annoyance. A small smirk f
Unknowns Pov I knew Lucas was furious but he would get over it. He had to learn that the only way to stay safe in Roberts world was to give a little when you took a lot.I stared at the screen and watched as Robert walked to Monicas microphone and leaned into it. ‘I am one of Bella’s Doctors and in order to protect her well being we had a look alike fill in while she recovers. Today we tested out if it would be believable.” He stated as he gestured to his sister. Monica looked over at him with fury in her eyes as she tried to figure out what he was doing. They had a plan and it was to make her Lucas’s mistress. She had begged her brother for a hour to make it happen. Her obsession with Lucas was alarming and I knew instantly that I had to stop what was happening. Especially since Monica seemed to be his soft spot. ‘What are you doing?’ She grit out in anger. He ignored her as he turned towards Lucas. Lucas rubbed at his face but still gave a slight nod. ‘My wife has been spira
Unknowns Pov ‘You will pay for this.’ Bella screamed as she tried to fight the restraints and close her eyes that were being forced open by drops that made it too painful to close them. I tried to remind myself that I could do nothing if I wanted to truly protect her and as long as they weren’t hurting her that was all that mattered. ‘I just got a call from Rob.’ A man said as he walked into the lab. Bella stopped fighting as she perked up a little. A bald man that were working on Bella gave a slight nod as he put the device that looked like a Vr set back on her face. This time with ease since Bella had been distracted. ‘What he say?’ The bald guy asked as he pushed the button on the side and looked at the guy that had yet to continue. ‘Oh yea, just that there’s a change of plans.’ The man stated nonchalantly. The bald guy looked at him with furrowed brows as he rubbed his head. ‘Are you sure?’ He asked after a second. ‘Positive. He said we will be scrapping everything bes
Bella’s Pov The sadness that I felt slowly went away as the time went by and everyone had stayed silent. I couldn’t stop myself from speaking openly to the man that had made me cry. “It seems like I am the one protected not Lucas.” I stated smugly. Instead of replying he wiped his face with his palm, most likely due to irritation.“Do you think he’s going to kill you?” I asked with a raised brow when he ignored me completely. Still I got nothing causing me to close my eyes. “The solution you put into my eyes stopped working.” I exclaimed as I opened my eyes back up and turned to the man that had put it in my eyes. Instead of coming over and putting more into my eyes he completely ignored me as he stared at his phone like it was more important. “So everyone is just going to pretend like I’m not here?” I asked in frustration. When nobody made any effort to speak a huff left me as I tried to lift my arms that were being restrained to the air rests. “If you aren’t going to talk th
Bella’s POV ‘Baby do you want me to stop?’ Lucas’s voice sounded through the head phones that they had forced me to wear. In return making my chest tighten even more as my resolve slowly slipped away. I had efficiently made it through every picture without speaking a word just for them to decide that it wasn’t enough and to add the second batch of pictures. Still even as I stared at him as he looked at another woman I didn’t speak. His soft smile as he looked at her with a flirtatious gaze from across the room may have made my chest tighten but that’s all it would do. When I made no move to react the screen changed again. “No.” I whispered as a small whimper left me as I stared into Lucas’s smothered green eyes that let me broken and at his soft smile that wasn’t directed towards me. “It’s suppose to be pictures. ” I mumbled as I watched him grab ahold of Monica and bring her into his chest. The way his gaze held her captive had my heart breaking. “We realized pictures weren’t w