Summer's POV
Since moving in with her father Summer hadn't heard from or seen Michael. It was a refreshing break from the agonizing norm that she had had to endure for the past two years since her father sold her to him for power. Although she didn't necessarily want to be under the same roof as the bastard that helped create her, she found it easier to breath while with him.
Since being released from the hospital he had been too busy dealing with work related issues to even pay her any mind. Add in the scandal that Sarah stirred up and she never saw him around.
In the blink of an eye a week had passed and Summer had a meeting to discuss business with David Johnson. She initially didn't want to accept, but she couldn't ignore work related issues, so in the end she agreed.
He hadn't mentioned whether or not Asher would be there to join them. She wasn't sure if she was disappointed or relieved. She had wanted to see him t
Summer's POVThe room around was so silent you could hear a pin drop. Asher held Summer tightly as her thoughts began to take a dangerous turn.Could she actually go through with killing her father? Would she even be able to do it? If she ever wanted to be free that was her only option, but was she strong enough to succeed in it?"What's your answer?" Asher murmured his hot breath tickling her shoulder where his face was buried. "Will you run away with me?"Tensing Summer bit down on the yes that was trying to make its way out of her mouth.Right now was not the time to be getting swept away by beautiful expectations. Having only been part of her father's gang for a short time she knew that he was not an easy opponent."Summer." Asher's alluring voice was threatening to break all her resolve as he continued to try to sway her.Taking a deep breath she used both her hands to grip his arms
Summer's POVWeaving in and out of yards Summer tried to lose the men that were pursuing her.She didn't know how long it had been since she called David or if he even took her words seriously, but she was beginning to grow tired by the minute. If help didn't arrive soon she was going to be captured.Refusing to allow that to happen she picked up pace as the houses around her began to grow fewer in number until dwindling down entirely leaving her out in the open where the men could easily see her.She could hear the men cursing at her from behind as they continued to chase. It seemed their fear of her father's threat kept them going and they were catching up to her fast."YOU MIGHT AS WELL GIVE UP!" The man closest to her yelled as he reached out to grab at her.With a yelp she dodged his grasp causing her to stumble.The realization that she wasn't going to get anywhere by running hit her in that moment. All i
Summer's POV Asher remained in place clutching her like his life depended on it as Summer surveyed the area. All three of her father's men were knocked out cold and heavily injured. She still couldn't quite believe that Asher had been the one to do that to them. Especially the Asher that while growing up had been so meek. "You about done?" Although Summer would like to just remain like this she knew they needed to leave before her dad's goonies woke up. "If so we gotta get moving." Letting out a breath Asher loosened his hold on Summer's waist leaving her with a sense of loss as he removed his arms completely. "Who are these men?" He demanded standing up and taking in the men he had single handedly taken care of. "Why were they after you?" Summer couldn't help but roll her eyes. They were basically standing at a crime scene and Asher wanted answers right here and now. "Can we get out of h
Summer's POVSummer wasn't exactly sure how she should go about explaining why she came to be with her father. She didn't even know how she should tell Asher about the dark world he lived in. He was already blaming himself for what her stepfather did. How would he possibly take knowing how much worse things got for her?"Tell me." His pleading voice whispered. "Why did you disappear?"Taking a deep breath Summer braced herself for the onslaught of emotions she would face as she told him everything."I had no choice in the matter." She could feel her mouth growing dry as she tried to find the best way to reveal the truth. "When I woke up I was already in a foreign hospital.""Why though?" Asher's brows had furrowed from confusion. "Was your father even involved for the first eighteen years of your life? I don't remember you ever mentioning him.""That's because I never knew him."&nbs
Summer's POVBright blinding light pushed through the dreamless darkness that Summer was enjoying, beckoning her to wake up and embrace the new day where all her troubles were still very much existent.Sighing she allowed her eyes to open taking in the man that still slept soundly beside her.Up close Summer could make out every single freckle that littered his cheeks and nose. With a smile she found herself remembering how he used to hate his freckles, claiming that they made him look like a child. Now as an adult Summer found that they made him more dashing."Time to get up." She murmured reaching up a hand to push a stray auburn lock away from Asher's forehead.A grumble of protest erupted from his lips as he pulled Summer closer to him. "Five more minutes." He tried nuzzling against her chest."No time." They needed to get up and get moving, there wasn't time to sleep in and be idle.Letting out a groan of
Summer's POVSummer listened to the sound of water running as Asher showered. She had used the opportunity while he wasn't in the room to call and touch base with Reggie and Taylor, just to let them know that she had arrived at their chosen destination safe and sound. Promising to meet with them the following day she hung up and waited for Asher to finish washing.Despite knowing that she shouldn't be she couldn't help but feel nervous as she listened to the water turn off. After all she and Asher had already done everything there was to do, but she still felt like the eighteen year old her as she began to feel slight expectation at what would happen with just the two of them sharing a room.As the bathroom door opened and steam rushed out Summer felt her heart constrict painfully. Emerging from the room was a very shirtless and still slightly dripping wet Asher. She couldn't deny that the man looked damn good. Time had truly
Summer's POVStanding in the middle of a park Summer checked her watch for the fifth time. She and Asher had arrived at their current location five minutes prior and were currently waiting for Reggie and Taylor to make their appearance.She knew that they were ten minutes early for their appointment time, but she just couldn't stop the anxiety that was rushing through her."Time won't go faster with you watching it." Asher who was smoking a cigarette noted."That's a bad habit." Summer barked back taking a hit at the addiction that Asher had developed within the six years that they weren't together."Yeah, so I've heard." Asher said while taking another drag.Sighing Summer checked her watch once more. She knew that she shouldn't take her feelings out on Asher, but she just couldn't control the emotions that were swirling through her.It had already been over twenty four hours since she had run away from her father,
Summer's POVThe minute Summer stepped into the main room of the Wilson's secret hideout all eyes found their way to her. Beaming everyone gathered in to welcome her with open arms."Welcome back." Theresa, Reggie and Taylor's sister cooed while hugging Summer tightly. "I was wonderin' when we would see you again.""Don't hog her Theresa." Came Vincent their fathers voice. "It has been too long Summer.""I know I'm sorry." Summer responded hugging him."Summer!" Tracy and Melissa echoed in unison running up and hugging Summer violently."It's good to see everyone." Summer said stepping back to join Asher who stood silently watching. "I want to introduce someone to all of you."As she spoke everyone's gazes found their way to Asher and had begun to size him up. From the way they were looking at him Summer could tell they were trying to determine if he should be trusted."Who is he?" Came Josh'