Three days had passed so quickly, and each passing moment had etched a deeper mark of grief on Madison's heart.
As she settled down on the familiar verandah, the once-familiar surroundings now seemed to mock her with their familiarity, a stark reminder of the happiness that had once existed here.
Madison was beginning to resign herself to the possibility that Julian might never return, but the thought of a life without him was too unbearable to contemplate.
"Life can be so unfair," she thought to herself.
The memory of that fateful night was still etched vividly in Madison's mind, like a painting that refused to fade with time. The room was suffused with a soft glow as the moon peeked through the window, casting its gentle light upon them on the bed.
Madison could still recall the heady scent of Julian's cologne, the warmth of his skin against hers, and the pulsing beat of their hearts, entwined in a rhythm of their own. The memory of his lips upon hers was like the sweetest of nectars, a heady rush of pleasure that had left her dizzy with desire.
Even now, she could feel the weight of his body upon hers, the gentle rhythm of their breaths as they moved together in a dance of passion. The memory was both beautiful and painful, like a rose that bore thorns, a bittersweet reminder of the love that they had shared.
She closed her eyes and surrendered to the memory once more. That was the day she'd live to regret all her life.
The thought of losing her virginity to just anyone had filled Madison with a deep sense of caution, a fear that had made her keep herself chaste for so long. Only when she met Julian had she begun to consider the possibility of surrendering that precious gift.
She had confided in him about her fears; to his credit, he had been patient and understanding. Madison had believed that Julian was different and that he was not like those who only saw her as a mere object of desire. And yet, as the days passed, doubts began to creep in once more. Madison could only wonder if she had been a fool all along and if Julian was merely another wolf in sheep's clothing.
Madison had promised not to wait for Julian anymore. It's obvious he isn't coming back. He's just like the others, she thought.
These thoughts brought tears rolling down her eyes.
Darkness had already set in, and the sky was draped in a thick cloak of clouds, like a heavy veil threatening to smother the world below. The air was heavy with the scent of coming rain.
Her eyes roamed over the surroundings like a bird in flight, searching for a glimmer of hope in the darkness. This was the place where she had resolved to leave everything behind; the pain, the heartache, and the memories that had once held her captive.
Every corner of the house held a memory, a haunting echo of the love and the pain that had once filled these surrounding. But as she stood there, her heart heavy with the weight of the past, she knew that this was also the place where she would find her freedom. The memories might linger, but they would no longer hold her captive.
The sky became too heavy, and the rain was almost here, but Madison was too heartbroken to move a limb. She sat there, crying her heart out. She thought he was different. They had good times together, and he made her fall deeper in love with him with each passing day, but what happened? He left her either way.
She let out more strangled sobs, her shoulders trembling with every bit of her emotions. More sorrowful tears streamed down her face like a shower.
With a slow, deliberate movement, Madison rose to her feet, her dress rustling softly with the movement. The rain was already pouring down in a deluge, drenching everything in its path, but Madison cared less.
The raindrops fell upon her like a thousand tiny knives, each one stinging with a fierce determination, but Madison gritted her teeth and pushed on, each step a defiance of the pain and sorrow that had once held her captive. As she walked, she wished the rain could wash away the stains of the past, the hurts, and the memories.
More tears flowed freely down Madison's face; her body shook with each sob that wracked her frame as she made her way out of the premises.
Just as she was outside the premises, she saw a car approaching the house. It looked so much like Julian's car. Could she be dreaming? She thought to herself as surprise washed through her.
She froze as a sudden surge of hope coursed through her.
"Julian...?" She whispered under her breath as she waited in anticipation for the owner of the car to emerge. Her heart raced like a wild stallion, the pounding of each beat echoing in her ears.
Just then, the car door creaked open slowly as if reluctant to reveal its occupant. Madison's eyes were fixed on the car. A long, straight leg emerged from the vehicle, followed by a second, as the person took long strides in her direction.
She took a deep breath, trying to steady her nerves, as she waited for the figure to step into view.
As the figure emerged into view, Madison's heart sank, and a wave of disappointment washed over her like a cold tide. It was a man.
He was tall, with an unfathomable beauty. His deep blue eyes made her heart skip a beat, each glance sending shivers down her spine. His broad chest, with its rippling muscles, spoke of a man who was no stranger to the gym.
He was handsome, from the depth of his eyes to the expression of his deep baritone voice, which came with a beautiful smile that lit up his deep blue eyes.
"Hello, beautiful," he said, his voice a deep rumble that sent shivers down Madison's spine. "Why are you standing out here in the rain?" His words were like a balm to her soul, a comfort amid the storm.
She looked up into his deep blue eyes, lost in their depths, and found herself unable to speak.
Madison stood there, caught between conflicting emotions that threatened to overwhelm her. On one hand, she felt a deep sense of admiration for the man standing before her, with his chiseled features and towering presence. He was like a demi-god, a force of nature that could not be denied. And yet, at the same time, there was a nagging sense of disappointment that tugged at her heartstrings because this man wasn't Julian.
She let out a bitter chuckle and ran off, crying even more.
Liam stood in awe and confusion as he held his umbrella firmly to himself. It was windy, and the rain wasn't joking.
Liam was left speechless by the sight he had just beheld. Who is that lady? He thought to himself. She was a beauty to behold.
Her oval-shaped face housed the most beautiful eyes he had ever seen. Her ebony black, glossy hair fell freely on her shoulders, and some strands hung carelessly around her face due to the rain.
He didn't even want to go crazy thinking about how her perfectly round ass stood beautifully in her skimpy gown.
"Fuck!" He cursed under his breath. How could he let her go like that? "Damn it!" She was out of sight.
But why was she crying? The lady looked hurt.
He shrugged and decided to return to the business that had brought him there.
He went to the address Julian had given him and quickly scanned the environment. It looked pretty quiet. There was no one in sight.
Liam repeatedly knocked on the door, but no one responded. When he got tired of knocking, he decided to leave.
"Hey, Julian," he said when Julian picked up his call. "I've been knocking on the door, but it seems there isn't anyone home," he explained.
Julian heaved a sigh of sadness. After a moment of silence, Liam knew he had to do something to help.
"Don't worry about it, man; I'll check back tomorrow morning before going to the office," he promised.
"It means a lot to me; I appreciate that. Good night, bro," he responded and ended the call.
Liam entered his car as he drove home, thinking about the lady he just saw. She was beautiful in sight and in his mind's eye. He couldn't get her picture off his head.
Approaching the next turn from the street, he had just left, his eyes caught a glimpse of her—the lady he had just seen a few minutes ago.
His heart raced with excitement as he brought his car to a sudden halt, the screech of the tires echoing through the air. He wasted no time in leaping out of the car, his movements quick and decisive.
She was still sobbing, not noticing his presence, until he tapped her shoulders.
"Hey," came his deep baritone voice again, "is everything okay? It's raining. You don't have to be all alone. Besides, it's really late." Liam spoke softly to her, not wanting to upset her.
To his surprise, the lady turned around and hugged him tightly as her sobs grew even louder.
Liam was confused, but he figured out this person needed someone to talk to or even a shoulder to cry on, which he'll gladly offer.
He wrapped his massive arm around her petite shoulders as he patted her back gently, saying soothing words to her.
"Hey, everything will be okay, I promise. You'll be fine," he cooed. "You can talk to me; I'll listen. What's wrong?" He inquired, but the lady kept crying.
"Come in. Let me take you home." He ushered her into his car.
Madison sat in the stranger's car, drenched in water.
"I'm so sorry; I'm a mess; I can just walk home," she said between sobs.
"It's nothing. I'll take you home. I can't let a beautiful damsel like you fall victim to these hungry touts out there."
"Thank you," she managed to say.
Liam could see the sadness in her eyes beneath her long, sweeping lashes. He felt so bad for this lady, and something in him wanted to ease her pain.
"What's your name?" He asked, looking at her intently. He was smitten by her beauty.
He hadn't felt this way in a long time, but he was sure he wasn't letting this lady go.
"Madison," she responded in a rough voice. She had almost lost her voice from crying too much.
"I am Liam. Care to share why you've been crying?"
"No, please; I don't want to talk about it. Thanks for your concern. I just want to go home." She was no longer crying, but she spoke in whispers.
"Sure. Let's take you home." He didn't want to push any further.
The drive home was a quiet one. Liam opened the door for Madison as she stepped out and headed for her door.
"Thanks, Liam; I appreciate your help. Sorry for any inconveniences this might have caused you," Madison said, knocking on the door.
"It's nothing. I am glad I could help."
The door creaked open, and Jenna slowly glanced outside to see who it was.
"Madison, love, you are home." Jenna spread her arm in a hug, pulling Madison into her embrace.
"And who is the handsome man?" She asked with concern written all over her. She had never seen him before.
"He's Liam. We just met. He brought me home," Madison managed to say.
"Thank you, Liam. Would you like to come in for a drink or something?" Jenna offered. It wouldn't be wrong to link her cousin with this fine young man.
Jenna has been very pissed at Julian. Her cousin didn't deserve the treatment she got from him. She had tried to stop her from going back there to wait for him today, but she had insisted. She'll do everything she can to help Madison out of this situation.
"I'd love to, but I have to run along," Liam declined, "but, please, take care of her. Whatever the case is, she's really hurt," he added.
"Thanks again, Liam; she'll be fine, I promise," Jenna assured him.
"Good night, ladies," He gave one of his charming smiles as he made his way to his car.
"Holy sh*t, Madison! Where on earth did you find such a man?"
Just as Madison was about to speak, she caught a glimpse of a man standing across the street, staring intently at them. The hairs on the back of her neck stood up, and a sense of unease settled over her like a dark cloud.
"Do you know the guy across the street?" Madison turned and asked Jenna, pulling her attention in the direction she saw the strange guy some seconds ago, but he was nowhere to be found. It was as if he had vanished into thin air.
It sent a creepy feeling down her spine.
The sun tiptoed through the windows as dawn broke, casting a warm glow on the room. The air was crisp and refreshing, still carrying the faint scent of rain from the previous night. Madison stirred ever so slightly, her eyelids fluttering open like the petals of a flower greeting the morning.She had slept and hoped to wake up a new person. Jenna spent most of the night encouraging her to move on with her life."Julian is already living his best life without you, probably fucking a bitch in his room at the moment," Jenna stated bluntly, "you don't have to keep sulking in self-pity for the rest of your life." As hurtful as that sounded, it was the truth they had to come to terms with. The absence of any news regarding Julian's whereabouts offered no indication of an accident or kidnapping, leading to a sense of uncertainty about his safety. As a prominent figure from a wealthy family, any news about his well-being would spread like wildfire.Madison agreed to put the past behind her a
There was a long, ear-splitting silence after Julian dropped the bombshell. His heart couldn't take it anymore.As the days ticked by, he began to see with stark clarity the enormity of his mistake in ever coming here in the first place. He had been thoughtlessly selfish, prioritizing his own ambitions above Adi without warning or consideration, and now he was paying the price for his selfishness. The burden of the consequences weighed heavily on him, and he couldn't bear it any longer."Julian, what did you just say?" Mr. Hudson finally broke the silence."I'm sorry, Dad, but I guess I wasn't ready for this just yet. It was all too sudden... I just can't... I can't do it, Dad," Liam stuttered, running his fingers through his hair.Mr. Hudson's silence loitered for a moment before he spoke again. "What brought about this change of heart? Have you finally mustered the courage to step up and assume control of the company?"Julian found himself stranded in the valley of indecision, caugh
The silence was deafening; the only sound that could be heard was the rhythmic beat of their hearts. Every breath felt like a struggle. The silence felt like a heavy presence, suffocating them.He kept his eyes fixed on her, his gaze intense, as if looking for answers in her eyes.Madison could feel the weight of Liam's stare; the intensity of his focus made her heart race faster.She adjusted her seat, returning his stare."Still waiting for a response, Madison," Liam finally spoke after the long silence. "What is going on? I need to know."Madison stared into the fading sky painted in shades of gray, concealing her emotions like a mask."These past few days have been quite the rollercoaster ride for me, you know," a sad smile tugged at the corners of her mouth, "with challenges that have tested my strength like never before."Liam could see the pain in her eyes, even though she tried so hard to hide it. He felt his heart racing with sadness."Madison, I can't tell for sure what you
The aroma of freshly grilled beef filled the entire kitchen. The chattering voices of the ladies could be heard rising above the sizzle of hot pans and the clink of utensils as they fixed breakfast.It was a weekend, and Jenna couldn't be happier. The work has been really hectic. She was thankful for her cousin, Madison, who was finally finding peace.Madison had displayed great strength—more than Jenna could ever imagine. Although she knew Madison was fond of hiding her emotions, she didn't let it get the best of her. Liam had been just the savior Madison needed at that time, and she was thankful he showed up when he did."So, tell me, what's going on between you two now? Has he kissed you yet?" Jenna teased Madison with a wink.Jenna's wish had been for Liam and Madison to take their "friendship" to the next level, but Madison seems to be the one holding back."Come on, Jenna, I already told you, we are just friends. Nothing more." Madison rolled her eyes in frustration.If this wer
The world around them had vanished, leaving them in a world of desire and burning passion.The tension between them was palpable. Madison could feel her heart racing in her chest, and she knew Liam could feel it too. She could feel the heat radiating off his body as his hold on her tightened, causing a tangle of desire that left her trembling in his arms as she surrendered to the sweet sensation his wet kiss was stirring within her.Liam deepened the kiss with fierce hunger, his tongue delving deep into her mouth, consuming every inch with his passionate assault, possessively.He had longed patiently for the day he'd get the opportunity to let Madison hear all the unsaid words and unshared emotions he'd been harboring all along.Madison felt a surge of pleasure pump through her veins as he pulled away for a moment, making her gasp for air.His eyes bore into hers, dark and intense, like a tempest brewing in the distance. Without warning, he pulled her back into his embrace, his mouth
Liam sat in his dining room, filled with anticipation as the sun slowly descended on the horizon. The sweet fragrance of roses permeated the air, and the flickering candlelights illuminated the room, casting a warm and cozy atmosphere. As the shadows danced in the corners, they seemed to embody Liam's anxiety, waving like scepters and teasing him with their uncertainty.Having practiced his words a thousand times over, he was striving to find the ideal balance between passion and restraint.Liam's heart began to race as the clock chimed seven, thumping frantically in his chest. After waiting for what felt like an eternity, the moment he had longed for finally arrived. Lost in his thoughts, he suddenly felt a surge of excitement as the doorbell rang, sending a bolt of electricity coursing through his veins.He rose from his seat, feeling his palms slick with sweat. Despite his efforts to calm himself, a sense of nervousness persisted in the pit of his stomach as he made his way toward
Liam possessed her lips in a needy hunger, his tongue brushing every inch of her mouth as his palm made its way to her firm, round butt, caressing it softly. His other palm gently held her face as if for support.He felt a surge of warmth pumping through his groins as Madison's soft bosom, casually hidden by her little black dress, graced his hard chest, making his imagination go wild. So many fucking things he could do to her body, he thought.He thought of how succulent they'd feel when they were bare on his chest and how they'd bounce to the rhythm of the melody his cock would play.Madison kissed Liam with the same intensity, as they were both burning with the same desire. She ran her palm through his chest while she submitted to the sinful pleasures of the moment as Liam performed wonders on her body.His hand found its way to her bare thigh as it made its way in a languid and steady motion to a more personal area, deepening his kiss as though his life depended on it.Madison's h
The persistent ringing of the phone pierced through the silence of the large bedroom as the sound waves reverberated off the walls. With slow, deliberate steps, the receiver walked in the direction where the phone lay on the large, lustrous surface of the marble table, as delicate crystal figurines sparkled like diamonds, catching the light of the chandeliers and scattering it in a thousand shimmering rays.Finally, with a click, the ringing abruptly stopped as the slender hand placed the phone to the ear."Speak," the raspy voice said."More updates on the lady. She's currently seeing someone else. She is no longer a problem." The hoarse voice on the other end of the line reported"Good job.""Would you like some information on the person she's currently with?""No. My goal has already been achieved. I don't care about her life anymore, as long as my son is no longer in it. You can bring her phone over to me. I'd like to hang onto it a little longer; it might be useful to me," Mrs. C