The strong hand drew her back and made her face him. The both of them stared at each other for some few seconds before he let go of her hand.
"What are you trying to do? Kill yourself?" he asked, staring at her with his hawk like eyes that seems to be looking deep into her soul.
Zoey looked down, not able to look at the stranger. Well, he wouldn't understand no matter how she explains it to him. Her life is a total mess and nothing can bring back the life she once had.
"No matter what life brings to you, stay strong and fight it. It you accept defeat, you will only make the losers a winner. Do you think they would bother? They will move on with their life. You don't have to kill yourself over a man." Isaiah concluded which only pissed Zoey off.
If it was for Philip, then she would be the greatest fool. This has to do with her life. Isaiah kept staring at the strange girl, trying to suppress his anger.
If only he was there. If only he arrived there in time and stopped his mother like the way he stopped the stranger before him, his mother would still be alive. She would be there with him. She committed suicide and fell right at his feet from a twenty storey building.
"Did you think of the people who you will leave behind? Did you think about how they would feel if you leave?" he slightly raised his voice at her, annoyed at the whole thing going on.
Seeing Zoey trying to commit suicide brought back the memories he thought he has forgotten. How can he forget the day his mother died right in front of him?
"You don't know anything." Zoey swallowed hard and looked at him. "You don't have the right to stop me when you don't know anything. My mother died today and does around me walked away from my life. I am all alone now." She cried out, going to her knees.
"The world is filled with so many bad things in life, but who can we blame? You can only stand strong and show them how crazy you are too. You should get up, make some money and leave your life the best way you can. I also lost my mother but life never stopped. I lived as if I own the world. I know that is how my mother will want me to leave. People are meant to die. It is the law of nature. It's just that, theirs can early. You shouldn't kill yourself for that." he sighed deeply and placed his hands inside his pocket. "I will leave you to decided what you want. If you want to kill yourself again, I will be gone from here so you can do it. At least, I tried my best with you."
He said and left with turning back.
Zoe remained on the floor crying out her eyes. He is right, she shouldn't choose this way of ending her life. She will only remain a fool. Everyone would think of her as a fool for killing herself after a terrible breakup.
She brought her knees up and rested her head on it.
Isaiah went back to his ward and was met by Asher, who had a deep frown on his face. He had earlier disagree to getting the girl who could save him cause it has to do with her blood which he wasn't okay with.
"Isaiah, terrible news." he said.
Isaiah stopped walking and raised a brow. "What is wrong?"
"Your brother, Steve, is back. He is planning to take everything and this time, he isn't ready to give up. You are dying and that would give him the privilege to do what he want. And also," He brought out his phone and gave it him, "The real cause of your mom's death have being figured out."
Hearing that, Isaiah frowned deeply. His brother is his greatest enemy. He can't have him take everything away and that's why he is set to do anything for that not to happen. He collected the tablet and watched the recorded video sent to him.
"I won't die." Isaiah said, his voice filled with venom and hostility. "Find Zoey Hall immediately."
"Here is a photo of her." The doctor who had brought the suggested said, walking into the room. He showed Isaiah her picture and his eyes widened.
The same girl who he had saved from falling up from the roof. He couldn't believe his eyes. He quickly run out of the room, followed by Asher and the doctor who was wondering what was wrong with him.
He went to the rooftop but she wasn't there. "Shit!" he cursed, stomping his feet to the ground. "She is gone."
"Who?"
"Zoey Hall. I met her here." he faced them. "Make sure everyone is not resting until they find her. I want her before me immediately and no one should fail that." he commanded and left.
...
While in the taxi, Zoey was lost in thought, thinking about what have become of her life. She lost everything but according to the stranger, she shouldn't leave that way. He is right, her mother wouldn't be happy seeing her that way.
She remembered the words of her mother before she left last night.
"Zo, you shouldn't let anything bring you down. You are a special lady with specials gifts. You are a very talented beautiful lady. People would be jealous and would want to have what you have. You are strong and can go through all these trials, coming out stronger from it. Remember this, I always love you and wish the best for you my daughter. Leave your life, get a man who loves you, have beautiful kids and be happy. You deserve that happiness and nothing should take it away from you." she told her.
Zoey couldn't stop smiling that day. She was beaming with smiles. Her mother was always her best encourager. She loved her mother more than anything in life but death had to take her.
She covered her mouth and lowered her head as she cried silently. Her mother just had to die before she saw her do all these.
Her phone rang but she couldn't pick it up. It kept ringing and she had to pick up the call.
She sniffed and swiped the green icon. "Hello."
"Zoey where are you? You passed the test. This is a good news. You will be leaving for your dream country to go study photography. Isn't this amazing."
Zoey was shocked to hear the news but when she remembered her mother, the phone dropped from her hand. Her mother just had to die before that happened to her. She didn't wait to hear this good news of her leaving. She clutched her clothes as she cried harder. It was a terrible day for her.
...
A week later.
Zoey stood in front of her mother's grave, staring at the name engraved in it. "Mother, I will be leaving this country to go achieve my dream. Sorry I'll be leaving you alone but I need to do this to become stronger." she said and dropped the flowers she brought on it. " I will be back to change this flower very soon. Just hang in there. You wouldn't be bored for long."
Meanwhile, by the next grave beside her. Isaiah stood still, staring at his mother's grave. Ever since he got the news about her death, the smile on his face disappeared. He wasn't the cheerful Isaiah again.
He stared at his mother, speaking to her from his heart.
'Mother, I will avenge your death. I only need to find Zoey Hall.'
Three years later...Zoey Hall walked out of the airport, holding her bag firmly. She walked out with a smile and that bit smile brought attention to her.People who passed, admired her smile and beauty. She was a bright looking woman. Behind her was a young girl, running after her. They both went out and the young girl stood beside her. "Finally we are here. I can't wait to see how this country is. I hope it is fun and filled with cute and sexy celebrity. That way, my training under you wouldn't be useless."Zoey smile widened as she looked at the young girl. "Don't worry Carissa. We have a lot of photoshoot with top celebrities. You wouldn't regret following me here." The Uber she had called, pulled over in front of them. "Let go. I have an apartment waiting for us." They both entered the car.'Isaiah Alcatraz is one of the top powerful men, who has risen to the top of the world l's richest people in just a short period of time. X-zig, is the world's leading technology and would ta
Zoey walked into her apartment and the memories of her past filled her head. Her eyes got teary as she remembered the sweet memories her mother left with her in the house.She looked around the house and felt the emptiness in it. The emptiness without her mother. She swallowed the lumps in her throat as she walked into her mother's room.It was still the way she had left it. The scent, the bed, everything. She stood on her spot and bowed her head as tears flowed down her eyes. She promised herself not to cry but she couldn't help it. She pursed her lips and wiped her tears. It wasn't the best time to cry. She sniffed and looked at the empty bed. "Mom, I am back here. I know it won't be easy but I need strength to go on." she forced a smile and went out, locking the door."I love this place. Even though small, but comfy. Well, it would just need some little touches and it would be perfect." Carissa swirled around and fell on the couch, breathing deeply in relief."You can have that ro
Zoey stood still on her spot, with her eyes glued on him. Standing before her was a man so good looking. The aura around him speaks of wealth and power. She unknowingly moved back again and gulped down. How could one man be so good looking? She just couldn't get the thought of it off her mind. "I.....Isaiah Alcatraz?" Carissa called behind her, jerking her out of her thoughts. Zoey turned and lifted a brow. "What?""I am standing before Isaiah Alcatraz., the young CEO of X-ZIG." she squealed, trying so hard to contain her joy.Zoey couldn't believe her ears. If he is Isaiah then he is the one being talked about by millions of people. The youngest billionaire and CEO of X-ZIG. Why would he of all people be standing in front of her door?"Brother, I got the documents." Eddie said, standing beside him.Isaiah pocketed his hand and faced him. "Let's go. I am impressed with the house. We will start the renovation immediately."Immediately Zoey heard him, her head sparkled and she remembe
Martins raised an eyebrow and looked at her. "Do you know him?" he questioned.She gazed at him for a while and shook her head. "I only know him on tv." She lowered her head and said nothing else.Why would he follow her to her office? Is he stalking her? Why would a wealthy man like Isaiah stalk her? First her house, now her workplace? She was getting pissed off already. The handsome devil is definitely after her life.Isaiah stood up after getting the paper works and so did Martins. "Thank you sir for giving us this opportunity. We promise to use it wisely." Martins said and shook his hand and Isaiah made for the door.Getting close to the door, he stopped right in front of Zoey whose head was still lowered. Knowing he was standing before her, she couldn't bring herself to look at him. She was suddenly feeling uncomfortable and wouldn't look up.Was she getting intimidated too?Isaiah cleared his throat and that was when she realized she was standing by the door, blocking his way ou
CHAPTER EIGHTZoey picked up a small trash can and threw it in their direction, distracting them. She ran out and didn't look back. The two men began to run after her. She was confused on where to go and just followed any path she saw. Even though she had stayed in that area all her life before she went on a journey, there were some places she hadn't been to and that was the place she ran into.She wished she had known that lane, it would have been easy to do away with the men behind her. Zoey came to a dead end and halted breathing heavily. There was no way to run and escape again. She heard their footsteps behind her and swallowed hard."Shit!" she cursed under her breath and turned to face the men."Do you have to run that way? What was the point when we were still going to get you?" one of them asked."What do you want from me? Who sent you?" she asked boldly, trying to hide her fears even though deep down, her heart was throbbing fast, threatening to burst her chest open. "You
Carissa smiled at the man before her. "Hello, can I help you?"He looked behind her. "Is Zoey in? How is she doing?''Carissa knitted her brows and looked at him from head to toe. He was surely a dazzling young man but who was he?"She is in, but not in the right state to meet you. Is your reason for meeting her important?"He sighed and put his hands in his pocket. "I am an old friend and I just got the news that she came back to Shutter-way. Don't worry, I will come back later. Tell her that Steve came by." he smiled at her and left.Carissa slowly closed the door and turned, coming face to face with Zoey. She jerked in fright."What is wrong? Who was that at the door?""Jeez.. You should let people know when you walk in or they might get a heart attack." Carissa complained and went to sit. "A man came to see you." she smiled. "He said his name is Steve. He is so good looking. How did you know him?" "Steve? Steve Niro was here?" Zoey rushed to the door and opened it, but he was lon
David adjusted his tie and stood up with a smile plastered on his face. He faced her and clicked his tongue."I guess you don't know. Since you are the only surviving member of the Hall family, you are most wanted now."Zoey's eyes were widened but she couldn't say anything. She just allowed him to continue his revelation to her."Many wealthy men want you. You are their source to living a long life and that's why they are after you." he sucked his teeth and crossed his arm beneath his chest. "I am being kind enough to bring this offer to you where you will earn a lot. But I tell you, they wouldn't give you this chance and take you with them forcefully."Zoey's throat went dry and her heartbeat increased. She was frightened to the bone. Goosebumps were all over her.Does that mean there were many people after her life? Was that the reason she was attacked by those men earlier? Those thoughts kept running through her head and that gave her the chills.David brought out his complementar
Everyone was taken aback when she said that. Zoey smirked at their reactions and knew it was time for her second plan.She dragged herself away from the bouncer's grip and rushed to Isaiah. She stared at him for a while and without a second thought, she hugged him."Oh my love. I'm so sorry I'm late. I wanted you to have more time with your mistress."Everyone gasped hearing that. Mistress? Isaiah was left shocked by what was happening but he tried his best not to show how shocked he was. Whatever Zoey was planning, he planned on seeing it till the end.He placed a hand on her waist and drew her closer. "Why should I meet a mistress when I have you sweetheart? You are the woman I love." he licked his lower lips and smirked. "Sweetheart, I see you are dressed to hide your cleavage again. Well, that's a good thing. I don't want anyone to see the beautiful body that's meant for my eyes only." he said it out loud.Zoey was taken aback by the sudden turn. She raised her brows. "What are yo