~Cali~The hours we spent in the cabin flew by so fast. It was so hard to let him go, even though I knew this was only temporary… even if I’m the one who wanted this.Reed Industries’ California office became an unfamiliar reality to me as the days went by. I love working, I still do, but the corners of my office are appearing like a modern prison. My life in particular is.I can’t call or message anyone without the fear of Nate intercepting it. Even with my employees, we had to make sure everyone was clean of bugs every time they came near me… and guns or bombs at worst. Klaus doubled the security in my place, and he even insisted on instilling one or two of his people in the company in secrecy. Devin’s family is also at risk because of this situation. To make sure his family i

~Cali~He remained unmoving, gazing at the vast lights of the city that behold a beauty beyond compare. The skyline of stars and sparkling lights from L.A. is a sight I once painted. The painting was bought for a good amount of money for Ren’s foundation, that’s why I choose to buy this place. But then, even this beautiful sight couldn’t help me in forgetting about the situation I’m facing.I stood, savoring the touch of the cold floor against my soles. As I take each step to where he is, I fear that this is just a dream, and I will wake up soon if I wasn’t careful.Staying in dreamland is my refuge, succumbing to my fear is pitiful, yet I kept hiding in the sheltered corners in my sleep. It’s the only place safe for me to be with him - without the fear of him losing everything fo

~Cali~My current situation will only add stress to Dad’s weakening heart, so we decided that it’ll be best if he stayed with Ren in Maine. I told him what’s happening between Evan, me, and Nate - I had to - because if he learns this on his own, I don’t know what the result would be.Klaus assured Dad he’s handling things just fine, especially my safety. It was true though, Klaus never slackens. They only talked over the phone, but I’ve never heard my cousin sound so tired before. He didn’t throw any witty remarks; he spoke straight to the point and then hung up.~~I’m back in L.A., back in my routine with Rylee. With the knowledge of his enfeebled health, my drive to lead the entire Reed Industry strengthened. I have to b

~Cali~ “Fuck,” Nate stood up, wiping his bleeding lip with the back of his hand, “you will pay for this.” Evan cupped my face, “get in the car, Cali.” He kissed my forehead and Nate continued to mumble threats after threats. “You shouldn’t be here, Evan,” I whispered. My brain is finally working. We broke the deal with Nate, with him being here. His company - everything we worked for will go to waste… because of me. “She’s right. You should’ve stayed away,” Nate butted in. “It’s okay, baby, get in the car, please?” Evan pleaded. I waved my head. “Evan… he will release those files.” Evan sighed, closing his eyes. “I don’t care ab

~Cali~ Tangled in each other’s arms, we have had no sleep yet, both spent and exhausted. My head rests on Evan’s chest, fingers tracing the patterns of his perfect pectorals while my ears pressed above his heart, its beating gentle and calm. “Why do you want to marry me, Princess?” He asked, fingers threading through my sweat-damp hair. I looked up at him, chin resting above my closed knuckles. He’s as beautiful as ever, even with those worry lines on the side of his eyes and forehead. “I need you.” Evan regarded me as if he’s waiting for another kind of explanation. “If this is about my company, I don’t want it, baby. I do want to be with you - forever, but if you’re doing this because of the case-” With my forefinger o