Raina couldn't endure the irritated food going into her body after forcefully consuming a spoonful. She had the urge to vomit it out but her dread of what Jude would do made her swallow it. She was sweating profusely, as she moved the second spoon to her mouth, her hands trembling terribly. She raised a pleading stare at Jude and curled in trepidation after making contact with Jude's mischievous eyes. She was freezing and sweating under the usual temperature of the room. "I can't do it, Jude. Please, I'm sorry" She cried out, hurriedly falling on her knees as she dropped the spoon. Her eyes suddenly felt drowsy as she struggled to keep herself balanced even in a kneeling position. "You deserved it…." Jude's voice slowly fades away as it becomes distant to her ears. Her eyes closed and her body quivered badly. "My kids have not eaten." She fought not to give in to unconsciousness, but her body betrayed her as she went limp on the floor, her body jerking twice, once, and then she sti
THE NEXT MORNING:Raina twitched her eyebrows and massaged her forehead to relieve herself from the throbbing headache that threatened to split her head into several pieces of flesh. The twinge she was experiencing in her cranium was unbearable as she winced severally, but she still managed to force her eyes open as they reluctantly tried to access her surroundings. A strange room. She flung herself out of the massive bed as anxiety gradually crept under her skin, making her breathing erratic. She fell on the ground when her eyes rolled dizzily to a spacious wine cellar at the side of the room. Weird. Raina wondered why it was built in the room like a separate space. Then It occurred to her that the wine cellar was the same design as the one towards the living room. The similarity made her nerves slowly calm down at her assumption that she might have been abducted. She smartly figured out that she was probably in the master bedroom considering how extravagant it was built. Durin
TWO HOURS LATER:Richard accompanied Raina out of the therapy quarters in the psychological center which was another location, but part of 'Harmony', the Bellingham's Family Hospital. It was a grand Hospital, practically the largest in Singapore. She had visited the therapist who was already anticipating her arrival as the staff had been informed by the authorities who were also informed by Jude's Secretary. Raina didn't ponder on who might have told the therapist that she was coming as she knew how much of an influence the Bellinghams retain. She ran a quick test which resulted in her going through mental stress. She couldn't deny that fact and was glad that she was not suffering from any strange disorders Jude had claimed. She was scheduled to meet up with the medical counselors every Wednesday and was handed her test result after giving her several body supplements. She appreciated the sweet therapist before leaving for the main clinic to check on Gerold. Raina nervously clasped
Raina reluctantly stretched the handkerchief Richard had given her to the older Nurse whose tears wouldn't stop streaming from her eyes to her cheeks. Her heart suddenly loosened up as she got eager to listen to her narrative. "Thank you," Nurse Kaitlin appreciated, collecting the handkerchief. "Well…for someone who was financially struggling, I had given up and submitted myself to cancer until that day he defended me and I had experienced my first heartbeat for a guy. I kept wondering why he helped, and how he knew about my health issues. I decided to ask him because I was bothered. You know, he was a senior and was wealthy…it wasn't easy for me to see him, but I did see him one day and it was at a beach very close to my parent's house." Kaitlin sniffed indignantly and continued as memories flashed through her. "I was surprised that Gerold was in such a pastoral area and walked up to him. I could still recall how his eyes brightened when he saw me. He told me that he usually come
"Jude have you seen the new grade 4 assistant dance mentor?!" Jacob clamored in astonishment, earning a deep exhausting groan from his companion, Jude. "Man, I'm trying to get something stuck in my brain for the upcoming exams. My parents threatened to ban my social media account and limit my credit card. They keep blackmailing me with their business and me being their heir shit!!! " Jude whines, leans back in his wingback chair, and stretches his muscular arms under his head. He had gotten distracted already. They were at their special building. Apparently, it was built for Jude, Jobe, and Jacob, who were popularly known as the "JKINGS" It's a dwelling meant to relax and refresh themselves, but they often do the opposite. The JKINGS are the most influential young dancers both in Dream High and on social media, with Jude as their leader. The edifice was built especially because they are hot- cakes. They sneak in girls and have fun at any time they want, and even if they were caught
Raina gulps, wipes her puffy eyes and nervously adjusts her suit trousers "I was speaking on a friend's behalf. Don't think much of what you heard because it's nothing related to my circumstances" she rushed out with a pleading tone, knowing how corny the spoiled brats can be. Every single mistake from you matters to them.Jude's heart thumps funnily the moment her eyes meet with his. All the time she was sprouting words to cover up her situation, he watched the movement of her lips. It was an inducement at first sight. The cigarette didn't make him feel good from the bad morning which was primarily provoked by a paramount argument with his parents regarding his studies. He was frustrated that nothing seemed to go the way he wanted, but surprisingly, Raina's perfect pouty lips seemed to be the dose he could consume to make him feel good. He doesn't like the feeling but he couldn't deny his wish. Jude groans internally and quickly feigns a nasty expression. Normally, he would have
Raina walked away from the spot and the car did the same. It continued like that until the front seat automatically and dramatically opened, indicating for her to go in. She bent low to appreciate whoever it was until her eyes caught Jude. Her lips shut like they were tied and she angrily and hurriedly walked away to the station. Jude put on his big sunshades and alighted from the car. He was in a casual black outfit but even so, the other people at the station were stunned by his charismatic steps towards Raina. They didn't know he was Jude as he also made sure to back them.Jude stood at Raina's front and carried her in his arms. She whimpered and wriggled her legs until he whispered "Don't make a fool out of yourself. People are watching" Raina curls in his arms and tries to hide her face in embarrassment. Jude slightly bowed and groaned out because of the odd stares from mostly the older men "She's my girlfriend, We fought " he mouthed to clear their confusion. It worked as th
"Father" Raina unexpectedly cut in. "No disagreement " he snapped with a strict tone of finality."He has informed his parents about the progress of his relationship. In fact, he gave me your engagement ring since you stubbornly walked out on him the other day he planned to propose to you. So…you can't blame him. It's a great honour that someone that influential is willing to be my in-law, my dear daughter." her father emphasized without any bother of her current situation. She couldn't breathe properly as she was experiencing a mini-panic attack at that moment.It felt like the world became still. She couldn't bear to take in the news. She ain't interested in lovey-dovey but never for once thought her love life would turn out this way. A proposal through her father? Marriage with someone she doesn't love?"This isn't different from a paedophile father" she finally breaks down in a shaky voice. She had been strong but not anymore as it seemed it was getting real each day. "You are b