Jasmine's POVAngry bird; Bloodshot eyes, stern look, heavy breathing, hardened veins that were pulsating so hard like they would rupture. He looked scary. To be honest, I lacked words to describe the furious Brady I was looking at. Both hands behind his back, he paced about his office in silence, and occasionally stopped in front of me to stare me down, with disgust in his eyes. “Here.” He tossed an ice pack at Dr. Kylie, that he took out from the freezer compartment of his refrigerator. The pack landed on his desk, just in front of her. She took it and examined it like it was her first time dealing with ice packs. I simply sighed, wishing I could smack the pack on her already swollen face and cause more harm. "It would help as a cold compress, constrict your blood vessels, and decrease the bleeding...” He was basically ranting. "... and also the swelling. I know you're learned in the field.” He sighed. Dr. Kylie nodded, giving her baby look, thankfully, she looked like the ass
Liam's POV“Is she crying?!” I whispered beneath my breath. She noticed I was gawking at her and tried her best to not keep an eye contact. Even at that, I stole glances at her occasionally. One thing was certain, she wasn't just in a bad mood, but she might be sick or angry. “Why is she crying?” I couldn't stay out of her business and turn a blind eye to her predicament. It was hard staying put in my seat, and restricted to my side of the office when Jasmine seemed to be in a terrible state. It was about three minutes ago when she barged in and couldn't keep eye contact with me. And next, she began to sniffle occasionally. “It’s none of your business,” I told myself silently. My too-caring-to-a-fault brain needed to hear those words a thousand and one times. She had said that to my face when we fell out recently, I didn't need any reminder to stay off her toes. “Oh... Brady...” I stopped myself from picking a fight with my boss in my head. "It's not your damn business,” I repea
Rylee's POV“Oh, my poor baby,” I whispered as I hurried up the stairs. "I'm coming to get you.” I was momentarily blind as I paid no attention to anyone or anything while juggling up the flight of stairs. I promise I will never forgive anyone if anything bad should happen to Liam. I had watched him face the legions after his life and career in a gentlemanly way, but it was high time I stepped in and saved the day. "Ouch." A familiar voice whimpered when I bumped into her. Her cry was so sharp that I snapped out of my head and swiftly turned to see who it was, and also with an apology on my lips. “I'm so...” I trailed off on seeing it was Jasmine. She was carrying a box that was clutched to her bosom. To be honest, she looked beyond moody... miserable was the word and it wasn't because I was trying to sound like a bitch, or make her seem bad. “Hi.” I greeted awkwardly and slowed down my pace, unsure if I should just ignore her. She caught me by surprise and I didn't know how be
Asher’s POV“You came.”The box she was holding fell to the ground with a loud thud before I could intervene. I stopped mid-way, with the damage already done. The only thing left was to pack up the things that were redeemable. Her items were on the ground; sheets of paper, small leather bags, her gadgets... But what mattered most right now was the safety of this woman right in front of me. She looked horrible and pale and broken. I pulled her in a hug, a tight reassuring hug. I had tons of questions, but they had to wait, no matter how curious I was. She sniffled randomly, which made it obvious that she was fighting a sob. No, not when her prince charming was right beside her. “Let it all out, darling...” I whispered to her eating, like I was practicing hypnosis on her. And like she needed my approval, she started by laughing wryly, until reality hit her so hard that she broke down helplessly in my bosom, crying like a baby. She was my baby after all. For long minutes, we only re
Dr. Kylie's POVI wasn't entirely okay, but after Dr. Ross got fired and walked out of the door leaving Brady and me alone in his office, my demons from hell mocked me, so loudly I felt like I would go crazy. “He would come for me... and soon,” I whispered to myself as my heartbeat spiked like an athlete. The silence between us was awkward, scratch that... killing. Silence wasn't golden at all, around a renowned grumpy fellow. I had never been with Brady in this state, and right now, I was beyond terrified. “Easy, Kylie,” I continued reciting random words just to feel good. My hand twitched and suddenly became shaky. I clutched tightly on the ice pack, and pressed it harder on my cheek, even though the area had gone numb from excess application. It was a miracle I still held onto the freezing pack. "Are you okay?" Brady asked, staring at me keenly. I bet he saw through me right now. “Yes,” I nodded furiously. "I am, thank you.” I bit on my lower lip, the pressure almost digging
Dr. Kylie’s POVI had to admit, this was the most embarrassing moment of my life. The thing about being guilty was that people didn't need to whisper as you walked past, you just hear voices... voices made up in your head. And they also didn't need to look at you with hate in their eyes, but you see your hateful image in their eyes, they became a mirror that showed your ugly reflection. “I hate you, Dr. Ross! I freaking hate you too, Brady! I hate y'all...”The knock on the door jolted me back to reality. I looked upward, to find the door open without my permission. Standing by the door frame, was Dr. Liam. As I did since the fight, I always tried to read off people's emotions and guess what they thought of me, but the man standing in front of me was blank. Bland effect. He strolled in at a snail's pace and stared at me with so much disgust, that I was scared he would jump on me and finish what Dr. Ross started. I was sure everyone knew by now... Oh no! “I heard what Dr. Ross did
Rylee’s POV‘A field of delicious chaos.’If I were asked to describe my kitchen in a sentence, that would be the first response I would give. To say it was a total disaster was, to say the least. To be honest, I am beyond terrified at the sight of it. I would have to ask the housekeeper over to clean up this mess. For now, I was home alone. Liam went out to help me with grocery shopping, as I had cramps a while ago. Now that I was feeling a bit better, I decided to make him his favorite cookies and smoothie as a surprise. I couldn't wait to see the surprise look on his face. I might even take it a step further and cradle beneath the duvet and allow the amazing scent of the blooming goodies to confuse him a bit. Chocolate cookies with choco chips and banana smoothies are his go-to... And then me, of course. We were his favorite thing in the world, and believe me when I say he would sacrifice anything for us. I had the chocolate chips already cut out and packed in a bowl, whisked
Liam's POV“Argh!” I sighed as I struggled with the bags of groceries and toiletries from the passenger side of the car. They were not so heavy, but I was already exhausted. Knowing how particular Rylee was on her personal items, I walked around the mall almost three times just to be sure I got the exact thing she wrote on the list. Ladies! Finally having a fine grasp of all of them, I started for the door. I managed to bring out my bunch of keys from my pocket and insert the right one in the lock. I bet Rylee was still exhausted, I wouldn't want to bother her. The door gave way and I got in. Oddly, the living room was a bit warm despite the air conditioner. I closed the door with my leg and advanced in. The scent that greeted me was so fresh and strong and irresistible. “Heavenly,” I whispered as I greedily inhaled the scent of freshly baked chocolate cookies. In haste, I dropped the bag of toiletries on the center table and took the bag of groceries into the kitchen. I was fam