All Chapters of Resisting You: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30
36 Chapters
20. Do you already know each other
Tobias Bernstorf I'm on my way to the police station. Steve said he managed to get a lead on the registration analysis, and we couldn't discuss it over the phone. I enjoy driving, so my security sits in the passenger seat. It was challenging to convince my father to allow me to keep just one, but I'm good at negotiations, and I always manage to get my way in the end. The entrance to the police station is swarmed with paparazzi. I drive ahead, trying to shake them off, and stop near the back entrance. "How did they find out we were coming, sir?" Thomas Meyer asks as he exits the car and follows me. "I have no idea, but I believe Steve is already handling the situation." We pass through the reception area, where we're promptly announced. I didn't even need to give my name; an agent with a stern face escorts me to my friend's office, and my security waits for me in the reception area. I could have gone there alone, but I chose to accept his courtesy. "Sorry for all the commotion out
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21. We meet again
Continuation... I open the folder with the campaign information and can't contain the tears that well up in my eyes as soon as I see the name given to the new men's fragrance to be launched by Moreau Fragrances. I lift my eyes towards my friend and then look at his father, blinking my lashes to dissipate the tears. "The idea was hers," he informs, smiling. "I didn't do anything special, just combined the useful with the pleasant," she says with a neutral expression. In a moment like this, someone else in her place might show pride, but she acts as if it's nothing special. "You did indeed; you did a great job. I believe this campaign will have the effect the company aims for. It's the first time someone has faced me on equal terms in a negotiation, and considering it's a woman, it's even more impressive," Mr. Moreau points out. "Yes, she's truly fantastic," Harrison affirms with a silly grin on his lips. "I have a question about this slogan," Caine speaks up. "Yes, Ms. Hilary,"
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22. He was looking for me
Nihara Vitti At the penultimate meeting with Mr. Mareou, the campaign's client, in which I discovered that he is Harry's father, the manager suggested that we call the new men's fragrance "Simon" as a way of paying homage to the company's former CEO and owner. The Metamorphose manager liked the idea and made it a condition of accepting his father as a client. The middle-aged, gray-haired man decided to accept the proposal. Now, at this meeting, we'll present the improvements we've made. I just hope we don't have to make any more changes to the project, and I admit I'm a bit nervous because it's the first meeting the CEO will be attending. I gather the papers I need, grab my tablet, the planner, and head towards the upper floor. I didn't want to be late, but I couldn't help it with so much work to finish, but five minutes of lateness are forgivable. Beforehand, I ask my assistant to call Leandra. It doesn't take long for her to hand me the phone, and I put it on speaker from the to
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23. Call that ambulance right away
Nihata Vitti Half an hour later, we're heading back to the company, walking and talking about trivial things. It doesn't take long for us to reach the glass door of the agency. I head towards the elevator lobby and, before entering, I look back to check why Leandra hasn't responded to the question I just asked. I see her crouching down, clutching her stomach, with a furrowed forehead. I rush over to her in alarm. "Leandra, what's wrong?" Her breathing is labored, her hands are sweaty, and she can barely speak. Two receptionists promptly come to our aid; one helps me lift her off the floor, and the other calls for an ambulance. Some of the agency's staff are on the upper floor and can't witness this situation. "Meghan, call the ambulance quickly; please, tell me what you're feeling, Leandra." "Ma'am, Leandra, have some water." Bridget holds the water bottle near her mouth and tries to make her drink, but it doesn't work. My sister is cold, with weak pulses. I stand up, trembling,
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24. Is the girl in surgery your daughter?
Tobias Bernstorf I step out of the car before Harry finishes parking it. He mumbles something that I can barely hear. As I approach the hospital entrance, my eyes catch a scene that deeply disturbs me. I feel my fists clench involuntarily and my jaw tighten. The urge to walk towards the scene is irresistible, but my friend holds me back, stopping me at the last moment. "Tobias, where are you going?" He looks at me incredulously, waiting for an answer, but I remain silent with my blood boiling in my veins. I inhale and exhale the air slowly. "It's okay! Let's go," I finally say. He nudges me to keep walking, and we head to the main reception area. "What did you intend to do?" "Good evening, miss. In which room is Sophie Bernstorf?" I ask the smiling receptionist, ignoring the question from the man by my side. "Good evening, Mr. Bernstorf. Room four hundred and ten." "Thank you." "We'll talk about that later, Harry. Right now, I just want to know what happened to my daughter."
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25. Feelings surfacing
Nihara Vitti We head towards Leandra's room, and James keeps grumbling about me notifying him about her condition so late. I ignore him, trying to maintain composure. He's nervous, and after he calms down, I speak to him. "James, please, we're arriving. Don't bother my sister with this; she's not in a condition to argue." I look at him seriously, waiting for a response. "Okay, I'm sorry. I got really scared." We turn the corner and take a few steps until we stop right in front of the door. When I reach out to open it, someone from the inside beats me to it, opening the door. "Mr. Mareou, what are you doing here?" I ask, looking at the man next to me, who glares at him while clenching his fists discreetly. Harry looks back, signals to Leandra, and leaves, completely ignoring James. "Miss Nihara, as a good colleague, I came to see how Miss Leandra is doing. I hope you don't have a problem with that?" He says, maintaining eye contact with the other man. If I don't do something, th
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26. Feelings Surfacing. Part two
I feel vulnerable, as if he can see through my clothes. I look away and approach Sophie, who is still sleeping peacefully. Her light blonde hair and her round, chubby face give her an angelic appearance. I gently run my fingers over the center of her face, down to her chin, where I offer delicate caresses. I return to Mr. Bernstorff and sit beside him, holding his hand in mine, offering some form of support. He gives me a weak smile, opens his mouth as if to say something, but quickly closes it, clenching his jaws as he looks towards the door. I notice there's a woman watching us, and from Mr. Bernstorff's reaction, it's clear she's not welcome. We lock eyes for a few seconds until her gaze shifts to Sophie. Tension fills the room. The woman is stunning, even in high heels, it's clear that she's much taller than me. Her shoulder-length blonde hair and elegant clothing suggest financial comfort, much like Mr. Bernstorff. He approaches her and moves her away from Sophie. "She's waking
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27. A surprising discovery
Tobias BernstorffFrom the home office, I observe the sunset through the large glass windows, trying to assimilate the information from the document I just read. Every word printed on the summons seems to echo in my ears, increasing the tension that already pervades the environment.You are hereby summoned to appear in court on the twenty-eighth of December, two thousand and twenty-one...In two weeks.A chill runs down my spine, and my hands sweat cold as I hold the official note. I truly thought she wouldn't do this, that it was just nerves talking, and that when she calmed down, she would think better. But now reality stands before me, relentless and cruel.I sit again, thoughts swirling, while I analyze the summons with tired eyes. I take a deep breath, but the air feels scarce, compressing my chest in an agonizing tightness. I run my fingers through my unkempt beard, a visual proof of the negligence of the past few days, as I try to find a spark of hope amid so much uncertainty.
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28. The calm after the storm.
Tobias BernstorffAfter calming my little princess and getting her back to sleep, I realize that I am restless. It's past nine in the evening, and Astrid hasn't returned my calls. Worried and unable to sleep, I pick up the phone and try calling her once again. As the call echoes in the air, my gaze gets lost in the nighttime landscape beyond the window. The sky, illuminated by a myriad of bright stars, seems to witness my agony. Among those sparkling lights, the gray moon reflects gently on the tranquil waters of the lake in front of me.The voicemail interrupts the call once again, frustrating my hopes. I take a deep breath and decide to leave another message, hoping that Astrid listens to it and understands the extent of my concern."Hi, my princess, please don't leave me in this state of distress. Answer me, please. I know you heard our earlier conversation. Believe me, everything will be okay. Call me because I am on the verge of madness. If you don't, I'll be capable of scouring
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29. You and I
Nihara Vitti Today I needed to leave work early to meet with the real estate agent. The last two houses I visited are really nice, but they're too far from my sister's house. One indispensable requirement is that the place where I'll live be close to her and my workplace. While driving, I hear my phone ringing inside my bag. I decide to pull over, grab the device, and answer it immediately when I see Astrid's name on the screen. “Hi, princess, how are you? Did something happen?” I ask, concerned. We've been in touch since we met at the hospital. Astrid has been updating me about little Sophie and her brother, and we've been talking a lot. She's a smart, kind, responsible, and fun girl. Moreover, she's an up-and-coming jewelry designer, even at just sixteen. “Princess, of course I can come. Even if I had any prior commitments, I'd cancel them for you. Send me the invitation, alright? Take care, and a kiss for you.” I hang up the phone, feeling flattered that she thought of me for
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