Novels by Solaire

Amanda's POV3 months laterThe doorbell rang. I already lost count of the number of times this sound had me jumping to my feet, heart pounding. No matter how many times I called, the ringtone was a flat line. Did he block me or change his number? Nothing made sense. My eyes had already gone dry from unshed tears. I had cried so much during our first month away from each other, after Vince uttered the shocking statement. I could not bring myself to believe his words. Who was this unknown girl that he had been seeing? Part of me wished this was true, because this was easier to accept compared to the more uncomfortable truth. Why would he lie to me, after everything that we had been through together? These thoughts rang, unwelcome but unavoidable, in my head. When I reached the front door, there was only an envelope for me. I picked it up, heart pounding in my chest. It was a simple manila envelope, and a cursive script on it written, Amanda.Quickly, just to be sure, I looked around

Vince's POVMy mom was staring at me, arms folded. She was wearing her favourite dress, the bright orange floral one which she loved to wear to school. I blinked, trying to shake off the memory. School seemed so far away now. Geez, it has been ages since I had even gone to school, much less tutored. At this point,school just seemed so mundane and ordinary. My life was definitely more than this. I had Amanda now and I'll never want to lose her,not in a million years. However, the burning, seething sensation in my right arm suggested that someone, or a group of someones, wanted to harm her. Although my arm took a terrible hit, I knew that anything would be better than Amanda getting hurt in any way.To think what could have happened if I wasn't there... That would be unimaginable. Amanda was my world now. As I gazed into my mom's eyes, I realised that she was still waiting for me to reply. I had no idea who was behind it, but i knew she was so concerned about me yet masking it behind

Vince's POV Amanda narowed her eyes. "What do you mean, you want to tell me something about the file?" I took a deep breath and looked into her hazel brown eyes. They looked so round, so innocent, despite all the trauma with her dad and the gang. I am in awe of her. No way would I be able to pull myself together like her, had I experienced everything she had gone through. I pulled her up from her bed, and held her hands in my arms. They felt so small, so vulnerable. I know I would do anything to protect her. Amanda was my one and only. In the peace of the night, I pulled her into my arms. We'll take it slow, Vince. Just as I was mad because she didn't tell me about her whereabouts, I don't want to scare her away. It's time to get down to business first. She smiled at me beneath her lashes, and she was so beautiful and irresistable in her nightdress. I went closer to her, inhaling her addictive scent of strawberries and her body wash, running my lips across her jawline. I almost

Amanda's POV Sigh. I was grounded again. As I was going to the bathroom to take off my mascara and makeup, I thought about the day. Layla was safe. That was all that matters. Yet, I knew that my behaviour was stupid. I shouldn't have put my life in danger. How reckless I was, to not have thought that it was a trap? I wanted to dig a hole in the ground and bury myself in it from embarassment. I was so stupid. And to not have told Vince? That was crazy. He must be so mad with me. I remembered Vince's scorching gaze just now. What was he going to do with me? Despite myself, I felt anticipation running down my spine. My, I actually like to rile him up. He was mine and no one else's. He wasn't really a hearts and flowers kind of boy, but he really opened himself up to me. If this wasn't love, I don't really know what is. Deep down, I know I am falling for him. He is the most amazing, brave, reckless, sweet boy. I smiled to myself secretly. Gosh, I miss him already. Really want to c

Amanda's POV When I approached my house, the light was still on. I frowned, glancing at the digital clock on my phone. It read 3:15am. Who on earth would still be awake at this hour? I walked closer, my damp jeans and shirt already too soiled from the scruffle just an hour ago. My hair was all tangled up, frizzy at the edges. I really need to get cleaned up, I thought to myself. I reached out for my keys but suddenly there were footsteps approaching closer and I heard the familiar unlocking of the front door. There stood Liz, looking as pale as a ghost, staring at me at first as though seeing me for the first time. Then, a flash of relief crossed her face before she crossed her arms and a frown creased her forehead. Oh no, she's angry with me. "Hello?" I said weakly, balancing my weight from foot to foot, which felt as though they were going to give way anytime. "Hello?!" She scoffed. "Where have you been, young lady? You are in so much trouble." She said, her jaw set in a firm l

Vince's POV After I dropped Amanda off at her house, there was nothing left for me to do. I had already said what I wanted to say to Amanda but why did I feel so reluctant to part with her? Perhaps because I hadn't said the three magic words to her yet. I'd admit, I didn't really want to admit it to myself. There was no other reason why I would go far out of my way for her. If my future self had told me that I would put myself and my brother, Damien in danger for a girl, I would have thought it was ridiculous. Did I love Amanda? Even before I could think of this thought, it was already true to me. Idly, I wondered where I could take her for dinner, and finally ask her to be my girlfriend. Girlfriend actually sounded superficial and a gross understatement of our relationship. We had been through so much, and she knew about my deadly family secret. Yet, she still wanted to be with me. Every other girl at school would have called the police on me and got me arrested. Why did Amanda tru

KatherineAs I was about to leave to meet my best friend, Kelly, for a school project, my phone rang.I frowned. Who could be calling at this time? My heart skipped a beat when I realised it was Damien. 'Hello, hope you liked my small gift.' Damien's said, his voice soft and husky. Before I could reply, he continued.'Have you thought about it?''About what exactly?' I said, trying to keep my voihe cce under control, and not shaking in nervousness or anticipation?'The contract, of course. Here I was thinking that you're a smart girl,' Damien teased.All traces of my nervousness gone, I snapped back. 'If i'm smart I would not be talking to you right now.''That is true.' He said, a slight edge in his voice.'However, I accept your contract,' I blurted out. Despite my ivory league university qualifications, nothing beats having some real life work experience.There was a short pause. Then, Damien replied with a simple 'thank you' before hanging up the phone. I thought he would have b

KatherineWith my head in the air, I smoothed my pencil skirt and headed to the parking lot. Who does he think he is! Bossing me around like that. Even though today was a weekday, and I had two classes in the afternoon, I decided to give myself a little break.Perhaps I've misjudged his character after all. I thought there was something more to him than his ambivalence, but I'm just a naive daddy's girl believing in fantasies and stories. Time to call up my best friend and do some ranting. It always helps. While Sammy and Joey were good friends in school, I could always count on my best friend, Alyssa.Instead of going to university, she has decided to work as a content creator and a game streamer since two years ago. Frankly, with her bubbly personality, she has been doing so well and sometimes I'm jealous that she has found her passion so early on in life. I fished out my new phone. "Hi, Als!" I said. On the other line, I heard some shuffling sounds and then a bright voice. "What's

Katherine"Sorry, but I refuse." I heard myself say. I was never going to agree with him, especially if he is being pushy and a jerk.Damien paused midway in his step, and he gasped inaudibly. I smirked internally. Maybe nobody has ever said the word 'no' to him before. He was probably very used to getting his way in things. I won't agree, not without something to gain, of course. Besides, my father's order was to follow him closely, not to become his secretary. I grimaced at the change of events. How was I going to intimidate him now?"What?" Damien uttered in disbelief. He was smoothing out his crisp white shirt and an expensive-looking tie, but now his hands had balled into fists. Slowly and deliberately, he walked closer till we were inches away, my ass resting on the desk. H

"Thank you," I said when we were cruising away in the soft purr of his car. Who knows what could have happened if he wasn't here. Part of me wondered how he knew where I was, but I didn't really want to find out. Damien was mysterious in his own ways, but this was what intrigued me."You're welcome, cupcake. You're lucky he is still in one piece." He said darkly, his eyes full of anger. "I don't want anyone to hurt you." He said, his jaw clenched.He cares about me! My mind raced. How can I, an ordinary girl, be important to him? I was still processing this."Now let's move on to the important part," Damien said authoritatively. "I am sending you to my office to have the documents settled. It is important that you read every page of the document and sign only after you have thoro

The day passed by without anything out of the ordinary. I attended my classes and occasionally I spotted Sammy in a few of them. Probably skipping again, I thought to myself, shaking my head. She had a habit of skipping lessons with her boyfriend, going up stone-walled staircases, and taking cigs at our school's many unknown balconies. She was my best friend but in many ways, we were completely different. The only resemblance we had was the way we dressed for school.We both had a thing for black clothes, and many people would stare at us in the distance. Perhaps it was the lip piercing, or the leather miniskirts, or the fishnet stockings, I never really figured that out. Anyhow, we were the iconic best friends in school, and soon many people just kept their distance.It was only recently that she had a boyfriend, Patch, that she

When I woke up, the first thing that I noticed was the soft linen sheets under my skin. This certainly didn't feel like the ones at home, I thought to myself as I opened my eyes.I was lying down on a gigantic bed facing a magnificent view of the lake. The room was huge too, with many windows that let in natural light. Where was I? I wondered. I wasn't kidnapped right?My brain struggled to remember what happened yesterday night but all I recalled was me walking into a nightclub and having played darts with Damian, who was the owner of the nightclub. Everything after was a complete blur to me.I looked around, trying to orientate myself and I realised I was alone. Suddenly, panic hit me. Oh no! Where was my phone and wallet?I looked