Turning swiftly to face the source of the commotion, I was taken aback to find Grandma Adaline sitting in her usual chair in the living room before me, her normally gentle demeanor replaced by a look of intense anger."Grandma, how could you do that? Why would you throw a glass cup at me?" I exclaimed, my shock shown in my voice as I struggled to comprehend her actions. Why would she do this? I wondered to myself. "Do you want to get me killed?" I asked, trying to get over the shock.Rising from her chair with the aid of her walking stick, Grandma Adaline's stature seemed to grow in my eyes. I never would have imagined her capable of such a display of strength and aggression as hovering a glass over someone her age.Her voice filled with anger as she confronted me: "How could you instruct your secretary to forcibly confine Allison in her room and leave her battered and bruised?"Grandma Adaline's eyes blazed with fury and disbelief as she confronted me, her words cutting through the t
Dylan POVAs I stood in the living room, facing Allison with determination in my eyes, I couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement at the challenge she was proposing. "I can't wait to see you get what you want," I replied confidently, the words carrying a hint of anticipation for the unknown.Allison looked up at me, a mischievous smirk playing on her lips. "I like the challenge, Dylan. I can't wait to make you experience all of it," she said with a glint of mischief in her eyes, her voice filled with anger.Chuckling at her response, I turned to Grandma Adaline, who was still standing by the window."Grandma, I will be on my way now," I said politely, knowing she would understand my need to depart without waiting for her response. With a nod in her direction, I turned and made my way to my room, eager to prepare for the day.As I entered my room, I swiftly got ready for work. After a quick check in the mirror to ensure I looked presentable, I grabbed my belongings and headed out t
Our eyes snapped up in unison as Aaron's presence loomed over us, his gaze piercing through the tension-filled air. Davidson's expression darkened as he yanked his hand away from Aaron's firm grip, a flicker of defiance in his eyes."What's the meaning of that?" Davidson's voice boomed with anger, resonating through the hushed ambiance of the restaurant. The sudden confrontation drew curious glances from nearby diners, their interest piqued by the unfolding drama."Why would you feed her? She isn't yours; don't act like that next time, man," Aaron's words cut sharply through the atmosphere, challenging Davidson with a boldness that hinted at a deeper argument between them.A smirk played on Davidson's lips as he squared his shoulders, his gaze unwavering. "She is mine, and neither you nor anyone else has anything to say about that. Just get lost, you!" His retort rang out with possessiveness a declaration of his claim over me.I sat in stunned silence, caught between the clash of egos
Ava POVWalking behind Aaron as he led the way to the restaurant restroom, Sarah and I shared a moment of quiet excitement. I couldn't contain my smile, feeling a rush of emotions at the sight of Aaron after so long. Memories flooded back, and I recalled how I had missed him dearly when he was abroad. I had shed tears in his absence, longing to reconnect with him. Now that he was here, I was determined not to let go. "I have missed you a lot. When I heard you were out of the country, I cried my eyes out. I couldn't reach you since no one had your contact information. But now that I've found you, I'm not letting go," I confessed with a smile, inching closer to Aaron without him hearing what i had said.As we reached the restroom, Aaron came to a sudden halt, catching me off guard as I accidentally bumped my head against his back. "Oh, sorry," I apologized, stepping back to give him space."This is the restroom. I'll head back now," Dylan announced, breaking the moment as he turned to m
"Leaving so soon?" Aaron's voice broke the silence; his expression was one of surprise and inquiry.I offered a small smile, meeting his gaze briefly. "Yes, I have some things to take care of," I explained. As soon as I made my intention to leave known, Aaron and Davidson both rose from their seats in a synchronized motion, their actions mirroring each other in a display of chivalry."You both should stay and keep the ladies company," I suggested, gesturing to Aaron and Davidson, hoping to encourage a continuation of the evening's camaraderie.Before any decisions could be made, Ava stood up, signaling their departure. "Don't worry, Charlotte, we will be leaving too," she assured me, prompting Sarah to follow suit. With a shared nod,we made our way out of the restaurant. As we reached the parking lot, I naturally headed towards Davidson's car, the vehicle in which I had arrived. However, Aaron intercepted my path, halting my movements with a gentle touch on my arm."I'll take you ba
Our eyes met surprise and amusement flickering in Aaron's eyes in that unexpected close encounter. Without Aaron expecting it, I moved closer, my heart racing as I hesitated for a moment before placing a gentle kiss on his lips. I closed my eyes, savoring the moment as a rush of emotions flooded through me. Feeling excitement and fear, I leaned in and kissed Aaron, the taste of his lips lingering on mine.As I enjoyed the sweetness of the kiss, Aaron suddenly pulled away, his expression puzzled and questioning. "What are you doing, Ava? What's the meaning of that?" he asked, his voice tinged with uncertainty.Feeling unspoken emotions pressing down on me, I couldn't hold back any longer. I took a deep breath, my voice trembling as I poured out my feelings. "Aaron, I love you! I really do. I've missed you so much. I've longed for you, and I searched for you. When I heard you had left the country, I was devastated. I couldn't be myself for months, Aaron. I truly love you," I confessed,
As Charlotte stumbled and crashed to the ground, my heart leaped into my throat, a strangled cry escaping my lips. "Charlotte!" I shouted in alarm, my feet propelling me into a sprint towards her fallen form."What was that for?" Charlotte's voice rang out in shock and indignation, her anger palpable as she remained on the ground, her posture tense and defensive.Before I could reach them, the scene unfolded rapidly before my eyes. Allison, fueled by fury, seized Charlotte's hair and yanked her up from the ground, igniting a fierce struggle between the two. Their voices intertwined in anger and desperation, the sounds of their scuffle echoed around.Despite my frantic efforts to reach them, it felt as though I was running in place, my legs churning with urgency but making little progress towards the tumultuous confrontation unfolding before me.Charlotte's POVAfter feeling a sudden, forceful push that sent me crashing to the ground, I looked up in shock to see Allison standing over m
"What?" he barked into the phone,his expression darkening as he listened intently. "Where is she right now?" Davidson inquired, his voice laced with concern, before concluding, "Alright, I'll be there."Concern etched on my face, I immediately inquired, "What's wrong?" as Davidson ended the call and turned to face me."It's my mom. She passed out, and she's in the hospital right now," Davidson replied, his voice filled with worry and urgency.My heart sank at the news, and I responded quickly, "What? Please go quickly; she needs you more than ever."Looking torn between staying with me and rushing to his mother's side, Davidson hesitated before asking, "What about you?"With a reassuring smile, I nodded and replied, "I will be fine; don't worry. Your mom needs you now. Go to her."After Davidson rushed off to his mother's side, leaving Dylan and me alone, a moment of quiet settled between us. I winced in pain, clutching my belly, aching from the physical and emotional turmoil of the r