Novels by BULL

LISA“You have just five minutes, five minutes, and you are out of here, and I mean it this time, Zayne.”Listening to him would give me the closure I needed to move on, and I knew Zayne. When he set his mind on achieving something, nothing ever stopped him.Halfway through hearing him speak, I was already soaked in tears. I had no idea what being an Emperor truly meant.“I didn’t want to get you involved in all of this. I thought the fight would be very messy, but it seems this Emperor only has to think a word.”He winked at me, that goofy Zayne I knew. He stood up and walked toward me until he stopped right in front of me and held my shoulders.All the anger I felt at that moment melted away. With this man, I was never fully in control of my emotions, and after everything he just told me, I knew I wouldn’t stay mad for long.“I love you so much, Pumpkin. I don’t want to be anywhere else but right beside you.”I was about to be a fool for the umpteenth time.*****ONE YEAR LATER“No,

ZAYNE“That was funny, but an expensive joke.”Scar was the first person to speak. Bruno followed almost immediately, both of them laughing like I had just cracked a terrible joke.Not once did I expect my words to be taken seriously.“I shouldn’t have been an Alpha in the first place, judging by the circumstances surrounding our birth. This is not up for debate. It is an order from your Emperor.”“What?” Mum and Lucas said at the same time.They were clearly the only two people in the room who had been entirely in the dark, oh, Josh too.“I knew your healing wasn’t ordinary,” Lucas said, sounding almost excited. “That poison was the strongest of them all. Emperor, that nullifies the prophecy. Your words alone can nullify it.”I wondered what was running through his mind as he continued.“You know, all my life I was so obsessed with power, chasing it endlessly, holding onto things that didn’t matter. In the process, I lost the most important humans in my life: my children. I don’t wan

ZAYNE“What’s happening to me? Why am I seeing Papi?”The audacity. The sheer audacity of her calling me by that name.I watched Elena move in circles, her hands clutching her head as she kept opening and closing her eyes. Suddenly, she screamed, dropping to her knees.“What’s going on? Why can’t I stop seeing him?”“Enough of the act, Elena. This is me. Zayne. Your Papi.” I stepped forward slowly. “You of all people should know that eliminating me was never going to be that easy. How have you been, my darling? Do you mind if we chat? Your daughter, sorry, our daughter, has been longing to see you. Shall we?”She wrapped her arms around herself, rocking back and forth. The loss of her baby had clearly done something to her. Her once well-kept hair was dry and lifeless. Dark circles framed her eyes, and her face looked pale and hollow. But whatever pity I might have had died the moment she released that arrow.She shook her head violently, like someone being electrocuted.“No. This can

ZAYNEEmily walked into my room with a gloomy face. I already knew what it was about. It had been days, and she hadn’t seen Lisa or spoken to her.“Dad, why do you look so unbothered?” she asked. “This is the fourth day, and we haven’t heard anything from Lisa. Both of you said she would be joining us soon. What if something bad has happened to her? I just came back from the island, and there was no sign of her anywhere.”There was no point dragging the truth away from her. I knew my daughter. She wouldn’t stop until she got answers.“She’s fine,” I said calmly. “It’s better this way. She has been through a lot and deserves some breathing space.”I swallowed hard. This was difficult for me, but I knew it was for the best. I loved her deeply, and I would never forgive myself if I dragged her into all this mess. It was too much.Being an Emperor had always been the real reason I never wanted to get married, though I often hid behind my parents’ failed marriage as an excuse. But when Lis

LISAWas I really going to take my own life?Emily hadn’t left my side since we left Bee’s place. She followed me like my own shadow, even down to the restroom.It was already getting dark. The night felt longer than usual, and the wind was so strong that every time it blew, I looked toward the door, hoping Zayne would walk in with enough explanation for all of this.“I think we should sleep, Lisa. I miss Dad so much that I wish what we saw today were true. But if he were alive, we would be the first people he would come to, and you know this. It’s time for you to move on, Lisa. Please.”Was she hiding something from me, too?I didn’t know anymore. Everyone was a suspect now.I tried to stand up to get a glass of water, but froze midway when I felt his presence… his scent.Standing at the door was Zayne.Nothing had changed about him, except that he looked even more handsome.The glass of juice Emily was holding slipped from her hand and shattered on the floor, orange juice splashing

LISAMy Zayne. I was frozen on the spot, but Lucia wasn’t. Then we heard a loud growl, and I turned in the direction of the sound and saw Josh’s wolf hiding behind a tree like he was scared.A black wolf, two white wolves, and Zayden’s wolf growled at Josh’s wolf, and he followed them, running away from the woods.I was too startled to run after him, same as Emily. We only thought about it when we were finally back in the hotel room.“You saw him, didn’t you? Zayne, he is alive. Why hasn’t he come for us? Why are they running after Josh? Gosh! I should have run after him, but I was so shocked I didn’t even ask Lucia to run after them.”I yanked the bedsheets off in frustration and threw the pillow away.“I don’t know, Lisa. I am as surprised as you are. Seeing Dad’s wolf in the woods this morning is a lot. What if it is a false connection?”I shot her a look. “False connection, and both of us felt it?”“We need to leave now. Scar will answer my question.”I drove as fast as I could, a

JIMMY“I’m not ready to talk about her. Don’t worry, you will get to know her at the right time. So, will you help me out or not?”She shrugged and rolled her eyes.“Fine. Coincidentally, someone I know is nursing a heartbreak. She wants to prove a point to her boyfriend that she has moved on. This can work. I will set up a date tomorrow. I will get going now. Kisses.”She was gone. Looking at the bottle of champagne I ordered earlier, my mind traveled wide. I don’t even know if all of this makes sense.Is she still with him because of the promise she made, or something else? I struggled with my hair. Love makes one do crazy things.The next day, Becky was the first person to call and inform me about my meet-up with the said girl. That was faster than I thought.Hours later, I was done having breakfast, had my shower, and returned to the same restaurant, but this time, waiting for someone else.She arrived almost immediately. From the pictures and descriptions my sister gave, she was

IRISH“I know we didn’t start on a good note. I have been a jerk, dealing with some personal problems, but that isn’t an excuse. I really need to speak with Diego.”Crazy how love makes one mellow down their ego. Is that tears in her eyes? I sucked my teeth. If only things weren’t complicated.“Okay, I will talk to him and see what he has to say.”“Thank you, Idris.” She jumped on me, pressing her full shoulder weight on me.“I will get going now.”Today happened to be one of those days I chose to hop on the public bus. Diego wanted to send his chauffeur to pick me up earlier, but I declined.I wanted to breathe.The evening came faster, and here I was, sitting at the rooftop of the penthouse, waiting patiently for Diego to dish out the food.I tried not to talk about the other time, because each time I did, I ended up feeling guilty. Maybe that wasn’t such a great idea.I cut some of the steak and had a bite, and mehn, it tasted so good. He is such a fantastic cook, no doubt. I took

JIMMYI couldn’t explain the level of pain I was going through when I heard her say those words.Just seconds ago, I was happy, thinking Irish and I would finally be together without putting up a fight. It felt like a piece of me left the moment I watched her walk out through that door with her hands intertwined with his.She chose him, not me.My phone couldn’t stop vibrating, and I already knew who the caller was… Mum. I only prayed my body could carry me to her.And in no time, I was standing right in her room.“Son, you can’t fire him like that. I love him. I finally get to experience what true love is all about. Please, don’t do this to me.”Her two hands were folded. I just couldn’t believe she was crying over him.“I get it, the sex was good. Daddy isn’t emotionally available, but you can’t be with him. Everything is wrong about it. Choose someone else. You can’t have this baby, Mum. Please, don’t make it harder than it is.”She wasn’t having it. Neither would she stop sobbing.

IRISHI noticed how Diego disentangled himself from the hug and said whatever he said to her.I am now curious to know their relationship. From the way she couldn’t take her hands off him, Diego seems important to her.I entered the car, and he didn’t waste time starting it and hitting the road.“I met Bella late last year in the Maldives during my long vacation. We had fun for the four months I spent over there. I left. I didn’t believe in being accountable… until you came along.”“Oh.”That was the only thing I could mutter. I didn’t bother asking where we were heading for the staycation. I just wanted to get rid of my clothes and have a cold bath.I can’t tell how long we had been on the road because I fell asleep at some point. But the car finally stopped, and I followed him.It had a beach setting, with bamboo houses, just what I needed.I followed Diego to the room where we would stay for the week.And to my surprise, everything I needed throughout my vacation was here. Down to

IRISH“Just ignore her, she is only bitter because I turned her down. You know, Lilly isn’t my type. I just don’t know how to let her go.”Not even in my weirdest imagination would I ever think a day would come when I’d have to defend the size of my supposed dick.David was still looking at me like he didn’t believe me.“You have to do something about this allegation. Sleep with any of her friends and watch her spread your gospel.”“I think missionary style should make a statement. Make sure it hits right in her womb. Very aggressive.”Now, I wish Jimmy could give me his cork for this mission.Just then, Dave saw Anne walking by and ran over to her. Seems like someone is finally trying to be responsible.I was walking outside when I bumped into someone. My bad! I was zooming in on a picture to see what a 2-inch cork looks like.“I am sorry, I wasn’t looking.”“Clearly you weren’t! You dumbass one inch.”That was the new girl, Bella. And she just referred to me as one inch. Lilly will

IRISHI knew I needed to leave her room immediately, it was all a trick all along. Did she feel the walls of my cunts?The flirty look on Lilly’s face suddenly disappeared, and I took advantage of her astonishment and left the room.Let’s hope she didn’t suspect anything because I will be doomed.******Another day, and I woke up a little bit cranky and tired. Nicki now spends practically all her time with her new boyfriend.The door opened, and Diego came inside with a tray of food.“You know I could be naked or anything. You should have knocked.”“Good morning to you, too,” he said, placing the tray of hot steamy chocolate and a sandwich on the bed.“If I see you naked, it is only right you see mine. Don’t worry, I have had a glimpse of how your body looks.”Was that supposed to be funny? Thinking of it now, will I really give my body to him?What if I try kissing him… maybe it will help me forget about Jimmy. I brought out my hands and smelled my morning breath.Argh! That didn’t

ALICIA/DANIELLA’S POVTWO YEARS LATERI can't believe it’s already been two years. I never imagined myself owning a diary, but here I am, writing it all down. The therapist I’ve been seeing for the past year recommended journaling, and honestly, it’s helped. I’m in a much better place now.A whole lot happened two years ago, dearest diary. Becky’s body was found close to Ethan’s house. From the investigation, it was linked to a girl named Soso, who apparently planned everything with Lucas. The judge was lenient enough to give Lucas life imprisonment. Who would have thought things would end like that?I don’t know why, but I felt sad when I learned about Becky’s death. She was someone I considered a sister for years. But she chose that path. I was tired of living in anger, so I forgave both my mum and dad. Oops! I love the sound of that. And yes, Zoe did the same. Diego acts all tough, but I know he deeply cares about our mum. I now have two step-siblings: Diego and my little pumpkin,

Alicia couldn’t tell how long they had been tied to the chairs. Her whole body ached, but it was nothing compared to the heaviness in her heart. She kept staring at Captain Smith, her mind swarming with questions. He looked too calm for the deep mess they were in. Then, the door opened.Larry walked in and said to the two men watching over them, "My father asked that I show you two something in that smaller room. Come with me."The men followed him, unaware of what was coming. Larry slowed down, let them go inside the small room, then quickly slammed the door shut and locked it. The room had been laced with chemicals strong enough to knock any human unconscious. He wasted no time pulling a small table knife from his back pocket and cutting Captain Smith loose.Captain Smith immediately began untying Alicia, who looked at Larry, confused."We have to leave now, Captain," Larry said urgently. "Before the boys outside come back. I don’t know how long my father will be gone."Captain Smit

"You are surprised to see him, right? I know. He is my son. You know, when he told me that you specifically instructed him to make sure that Daniella was shielded during the summit, and that you even made him impersonate you as the CEO..."Scar's voice echoed through the empty room."I said to myself, why would Captain Smith go to this extent to protect someone? I don't want to bore you two with long stories. But I had a DNA test carried out. Larry here made that happen, and it confirmed my suspicions."He paused, watching their reactions."He has a daughter, all along. I also know that she had her face changed and that she is a twin… Zoe."Alicia kept looking at Scar, then turned her gaze to Captain Smith, who hadn’t said a word to deny any of it. The expression on his face told her everything she needed to know. It was true. All of it.Every day felt like a discovery. Her identity, her child’s paternity, everything around her felt like a lie. What else was left? Another child? More

“They have who?” Tim asked, his voice mixed with panic. He had been watching Captain Smith’s face since he picked up that call. The expression on his face had completely shifted, darkened. Tim could tell something serious was wrong.“Scar,” Captain Smith said finally. “He has Daniella. I’ve had my men watching him for years... how could this happen? The idiot wants to see me. If he so much as touches a strand of her hair, I’ll make him join his brother.”The way he spoke, so fierce, so unlike the man Tim had known for years, sent a chill through his spine. He swallowed hard, struggling to match the calmness in his voice.“Who are these men? Who is Scar? Uncle, how did you get involved with them? They sound dangerous, and you... I’ve always known you to love peace. What do they want with Daniella? None of this is making sense. And you’re not helping by keeping me in the dark.”“I’m gradually losing my mind too, Tim,” Captain said. “It doesn’t make sense to me either. But I need you to

Alicia opened her eyes slowly to a room filled with unfamiliar faces and an even more unfamiliar atmosphere. Her head felt heavy, like she had been out for days. Then, the memory started returning, Mr. Peter, the apology, and the sudden blackout. She sat up slowly, taking in her surroundings.A man with a large scar stretching from his eyebrow to the bottom of his cheek stood nearby. The scar had been stitched up so finely it almost looked like a birthmark. His presence was unnerving."Seems like you needed the sleep," he said with a smirk. "You slept through the whole night. It’s 10 a.m. already. I must say, you are really beautiful. Took after your dad’s good gene, huh?"Alicia furrowed her brows, confused. Who was this man? She eyed him warily as he dragged a chair close to the bed and sat."My name is Scar. You are Alicia... also known as Daniella Smith."She scoffed. "You must be one of Lucas’s goons. Sent to scare me? You’re wasting your time. If you know what’s good for you, le

Bryan didn't know what to say to the woman who gave him life, and was now gradually draining it from him. Mrs. Judge was still on the floor, wailing so hard. None of the maids dared go close to them. They all stuck to their chores, pretending like they saw nothing.Just then, Judge walked in, his chauffeur carrying his suitcase behind him. He stopped abruptly when he saw his wife sobbing on the floor."What is going on, son? Why is your mum crying like this?"Bryan didn’t answer immediately. He stared hard at his father, trying to keep his voice steady."Ask your wife. She has all the answers. And while you're at it, tell her this: she should never show her face at my door or office again. If she dares, I’ll get her arrested for trespassing, and I mean every single word I just said now."Even though his tone was low, the seriousness in his words was undeniable. Both his parents felt it. He didn’t wait for a response; he left without another word.Judge hurried to his wife, helping her