The Last Time I Said Yes
“Are you crying?"
She shook her head and wiped at her face as more tears were falling. “I’m so stupid.” she groaned. "Now I am truly and utterly alone. If I had just said yes to marrying him, none of this would’ve happened. I wouldn’t have dragged you into this mess.”
Without warning, I turned sharp to the side, putting the car to a sudden stop close to the curb.
“Don’t ever say that again. You think marrying a man you don’t love, a man who doesn’t care if he hurts you, just to please your family is the right thing to do?” I turned to her slowly. “That would’ve ruined you.”
“But I would’ve had a home to go to, I would’ve been taken care of. Now I have nothing,” she looked away.
I reached over and gently took her bruised hand in mine.
“You did the hardest thing anyone in your position could have done. You saved yourself. That takes more guts than standing there and pretending to be happy.”
I tucked a hair behind her ear.
“You think you are alone? You’re not… you have me.”
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Alina Etienne has always lived a life dictated by her parents. She is groomed to be an obedient daughter, a perfect public image, and now, a bride to a man she doesn’t know or love. On her wedding day, crushed by the weight of expectations, Alina does the unthinkable... she says “I don’t” and flees the altar.
On the run and scared with nowhere to go, she crosses paths with Mikhail Antonov. A cold, guarded man with a past he doesn’t talk about. What began as a reluctant act of kindness turned into something neither of them expected.
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Chapter: Chapter FourteenAlina PovMy mind raced more than it ever did before. The last time I had this feeling was when I fled from my wedding. I can’t believe it’s only been over a week since then, it felt like forever. But that’s not important right now, what I need to do is figure out a way to escape Harris and hopefully make it back to Mikhail somehow.I wish I could tell him where he’s taking me or something but my first attempt got my phone thrown out the window. I don’t know how to contact him now.I shifted slightly in my seat and rubbed my wrist which still throbbed from when he grabbed me earlier.What if I jumped out the car at the first red light?No. That wouldn’t work.Even if I was fast enough and made it out in time, he would have his men dragging me back before I took five steps. And plus what if I hurt myself badly? Then I really wouldn’t be able to escape.I have to wait. Watch and pretend to be the old Alina, the second I see an opening I’ll take it and escape.The jeep slowed down and I
Huling Na-update: 2025-07-25
Chapter: Chapter ThirteenMikhail PovThe doors to the shop slammed shut behind me. Trevor was leaning against a car with his arms folded, while John was seated, scrolling through his phone. I walked into my office and came back out with a laptop, which I dropped on John’s lap.“You only call me when you are in trouble Antonov. What is it this time?” John said with an amused tone.“Not trouble. A job.” I stated. “Someone snatched a girl from the carnival. I want every camera, every drone searching for her.”He snapped his fingers. “Ahh… so that’s why the big scary Russian man sounds like he’s about to murder someone. Alright, I’m on it.” Lines of code scrolled across the screen as he hacked into the street cams.John has always been like this… reliable. Hacking into cams, rigging car trackers, the internet is his plaything. He’s the only one I trust apart from Trevor. It’s been years since we last walked paths together. I settled into my business and he vanished into the shadows of cyberspace, but he was alway
Huling Na-update: 2025-07-24
Chapter: Chapter TwelveMikhail PovI was scrolling idly on my phone while waiting for my order. Trevor texted me he was done with the modifications on Sean’s car and asked if he should put it on display with the others. I swiped over the text, not really thinking about anything but her.She looked different tonight, like a weight had been lifted off her shoulders. She wasn’t Alina Etienne, she was just… Alina. The corners of my lips lifted slightly when I recalled the events of today, she had fun for what seemed like the first time in her life, and I am glad I was the one who was able to give it to her.And at the Ferris wheel if Leo hadn’t interrupted we would’ve- my eyes widened with realization. No, I know this feeling all too well. It is not one I would like to revisit.“Here you go sir.” The vendor handed me a warm paper bag, knocking me out of my thoughts.“Thanks.” I muttered before accepting the bag and walking back towards where we kept Leo by the Ferris wheel entrance.But… she wasn’t there.I turn
Huling Na-update: 2025-07-08
Chapter: Chapter ElevenIt was way more than I imagined.The carnival was alive with bright lights, neon signs and a whole bunch of people. From the towering gaze of the Ferris wheel to the carousel horses, it all seemed magical.“Wow!” I marveled.Then something caught my attention. The smell of buttery popcorn and cinnamon pretzels amongst other fried food. It made my stomach growl.We passed a cotton candy stand and I found myself slowing down. “I’ve never tried that.” I mumbled.Mikhail stopped completely and made me bump into him. “Seriously?” he asked.I nodded before looking back at the vendor. “I’ve been on a strict diet for as long as I can remember.”Without a word he walked over to the cotton candy man and bought a blue colored one that was fluffy like a cloud. My eyes sparkled as I took it from him.“You can eat whatever you want now,” I closed my eyes and took a big bite and slowly savored the taste. “What do you think?”My brows scrunched a bit. “It feels weird, but sweet.” I wanted to give so
Huling Na-update: 2025-07-05
Chapter: Chapter TenThe dust has settled, both literally and figuratively.Trevor had driven off with Sean’s car and the crowd began to disperse. I wondered to the far edge of the lot, just staring out to the distance with my arms crossed.I had this strange feeling in my gut that I couldn’t explain, I didn’t have time to figure it out because he came up behind me.“You okay?” I heard his voice behind me.I nodded slowly. “I could ask you the same thing.” He circled around until he was in front of me.“I’m fine.” I took a look at him… his shirt clung to his body, there was a smudge of grease near his jawline, his hair was messy but he still managed to make it look good. He looked wild, yet calm.I hesitated and grabbed the helm of my hoodie. “When I heard the tires screech and you didn’t answer me, I thought- I thought something bad happened.”“Nothing happened, and I have you to thank for that. Your call saved me and my car from a horrible crash.”I shrugged. “I just did what anyone would have done.”He
Huling Na-update: 2025-07-03
Chapter: Chapter NineMy heart skipped a beat and my eyes darted between the two men. I don’t know why but I felt extremely nervous for him. This didn’t feel like a normal race.Mikhail crossed his arms and stared at the man with a bored expression.“And who the hell are you supposed to be?”The man smiled and jerked his thumb towards himself. “I’m the guy who is going to take you off your throne.”I heard someone stifle a laugh from the crowd and one of his posse stepped forward to Mikhail.“Sean is putting his ride on the line. If you win, she’s yours.”“But If I win…” Sean pointed at the car behind me. “I want your beast.”Mikhail stared at him, and without a single word he strolled to his car and popped the hood.Mikhail’s friend also followed to check out the opponent’s car. “That’s a 2JZ-GTE engine! Twin turbo,” he whistled. “A girl like this can push up to 1,000 horses with the right mods.”Mikhail just nodded. “She’s a pretty ride,” he said, closing the hood with a soft thud. “But she’s not worth i
Huling Na-update: 2025-06-28
Chapter: Chapter 44‘I am pleased to present the newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Walker!’ He put me down ‘I can’t wait to love you for the rest of my life’ he cradled my tummy ‘the both of you’ We turned to face the crowd that applauded us. I looked over to my friends and family. Mom was in front crying. Alex was cheering as loud as she could. Her parents applauded beside her. Lily was a mirror of my mother, crying as well. I could also spot Joshua in the crowd cheering for me. I giggled at his form. Then my eyes fell on Adam, he smiled and gave me a nod. ‘Shall we?’ Aidan asked catching my attention. ‘Yeah, we shall’ We walked down the aisle hand in hand. > > > > > > Seven or so months later… After the wedding and honeymoon, I went back to work. Regardless of me being the wife to a CEO and the Luna of one strongest pack in the world, I still love the idea of working. It’s not like I don’t think he can’t take care of me, he does more than that. But I just like to not depend on him for everything. We ju
Huling Na-update: 2021-11-30
Chapter: Chapter 43Finally we were all popped from partying and it was time for us to go home.‘Thanks girls’ I said giving them all one big hug ‘today is a day I’ll remember forever’We all said our goodbyes and they left.‘We can finally go home’ he snaked a hand across my waist but I slapped it away‘I’m still mad at you. What you did earlier was not okay’‘I’ll say’ Adam said behind us with a tissue up his nose‘I’m so sorry Adam that must’ve hurt’ I went to his side. They were both glaring at each other ‘you don’t have the right to be mad at him. He didn’t do anything wrong so apologize’He looked at me like I was joking‘Now’ I added‘I’m sorry I punched you in the face’ he muttered‘Thank you’ he told me ‘have a good night, the both of you’ he left
Huling Na-update: 2021-11-29
Chapter: Chapter 42‘I’m hungry who else is with me?’ Wendy announced and we all were in agreement.‘Tada’ she brought out a cake decorated with all my favorite colors and the cutest of decorations‘Wendy’ I hugged her for the millionth time today‘Well, cut it’ she handed me a knife and I cut out a piece of the cake and tasted it. ‘Well?’ she asked‘Chocolate’ I gasped ‘you know me so well’Everyone else took their slices of cake each with a glass of champagne.‘So tell us how did you manage to capture the CEO of Walker Industries?’ Lacy asked‘Ooh yes, I’ll love to know too’ Wendy and everyone looked at me expectantly‘Of course’ I took a sip of my water and set it down ‘It all started at a dinner meeting with a client, he couldn’t make it so we took advantage of it and talked… a lot’ they w
Huling Na-update: 2021-11-29
Chapter: Chapter 41You know nothing ever goes the way you want it to. You may have planned out your life but destiny always has something else in store for you.I stood over Jason’s grave with Suzy by my side. We had a funeral for all lives lost in the final fight. It was our turn to lay our flowers on his grave.‘I will miss you’ she said dropping hers before leavingI knelt down in front of it‘Hey, I don’t really know what to say in these kinds of situations but’ I took a moment to calm myself‘Thank you, if it weren’t for you I might not be where I am right now. You’ve helped me plenty and I’m sorry I couldn’t do much for you at the end’I closed my eyes as tears fell remembering his last words “raise a good kid alright?”I dropped my flowers ‘I will’ I said sniffingI joined Suzy and we went back to the pack house.A few days
Huling Na-update: 2021-11-28
Chapter: Chapter 40‘I will have my way… eventually’ was his last words before he slumped to the ground.There was silence all round and everyone just stared at the two men on the floor.‘Is he dead?’ Olivia whispered and almost at her response Dante chest rose and fell.‘He is just unconscious’ Aidan said barely standing straight. Hoshi went to support him‘Is it finally over?’ Suzy peeped from behind me with her hands covering her ears.‘It is sweetie, he can’t hurt us anymore’ I hugged her glad this whole thing is finally over.‘I hope that’s true’ Jason walked over to us ‘I don’t think I can take another one of his beatings. The guy was a prick but damn does he know how to throw a punch’He was immediately pinned to a nearby wall by Olivia.‘Get your hands off me I’m not your enemy’ she applied pressure to his throat.
Huling Na-update: 2021-11-28
Chapter: Chapter 39He dragged me back and locked the door behind him.‘What is so appealing about him? What does he have that I don’t?’I took a step back when he took one forward until I bumped into the bed and fell on it. He climbed on top of me.‘No stop get off me’ I tried pushing him away when he started giving me neck kisses. His hands went down my form to the helm of my shirt and slipped a hand under.‘You belong only to me now’‘Dante stop-’ he silence me by forcefully pressing his lips to mineThe realization dawned on me. I was getting raped and there was nothing I could do.Someone then banged on the door‘I’m busy’ he yelled‘Dante we are under attack’‘By whom?’ he stopped‘It’s Aidan’‘You mean to tell me Aidan is attacking? How the hell did he find us?’ Dante yelled‘
Huling Na-update: 2021-11-26
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