LOGINRose and I stepped into the cramped apartment, the air in the room was heavy with take away, it smelled like an abandoned place. Did Linsley really live here? I walked in suspiciously but I had to speak to her, I needed anything to help me get rid of Anna.Anna has been one of the leaders of the Hunter Corporation for years, standing by my side, to label her a traitor needed some serious evidence. I couldn't move against her blindly, she had the loyalty of Samantha and Dr. Gwen, two of the most trusted women."Linsley?" I whispered across the clearly empty room, but there was no answer. Me and Rose searched until we sat silently to wait. Suddenly footsteps echoed in the hallway. The doorknob turned."Under the table! Now!" I hissed at Rose as we ran to hide under the big table in the room. I had decided not to trust Linsley first, after all she was late to the appointment.Two pairs of high end heels clicked across the floor. From my view, I could only see their shoes, but the voice
(ALEXA'S POV)I walked into the conference room, my heels clicking on the polished floor. Ever since I destroyed the old headquarters, the Hunters had been meeting in plain, corporate spaces like this. I chose to hide in open spaces.The room was deathly quiet as I walked in, eyes judging me as I approached my seat. This was the first time we had lost someone since I had taken over leadership, and I could feel the resentment and blame in the air. They were looking for someone to blame.I took my seat at the head of the table, with Mason and Rose sitting beside me. I scanned the room, meeting their gaze one by one."I see everyone is gathered," I said coolly. "Who called for this meeting, and what is the agenda?"A man at the far end of the table slammed his hand down. "What agenda? My daughter is dead, and you have the nerve to ask why we are here?"I didn't flinch. Instead I smiled coldly. "In war, Mr. Yalta, death is inevitable."They all gasped in shock, looking at me as if I were
(ALEXA'S POV)I was certain Rachel had ordered a hit on me now. I still couldn’t wrap my head around how she managed to dominate Luke so completely, turning a man like him that obedient. Then again, perhaps it was love.Love I sneered at the word, she was the woman he truly loved.I rode into the parking lot, forcing myself to remain calm as I walked toward the building. The Hunter Corporation had called an urgent meeting, and I was yet to meet the fool who had ordered this."Conference Room Five," I said to the receptionist. My feet were hurting. It had been a long time since I had worn heels, the constant pain in my heels kept reminding me that.The woman behind the desk raised her head. She was strikingly beautiful and familiar. Her hair was straight hair with perfectly cut bangs that framed her clear face. Her makeup was light allowing her freckles to shine.As I stated in her big brown eyes, I finally recognized her, and in my shock, I let my guard drop completely."Linsley?" I w
(ALEXA'S POV)Rachel walked into the room, her heels echoing against the floor. She watched Luke with a cold, judging gaze. Luke must have sensed her cruelty because he raised slowly to face her."Rachel," he called out, his voice soft and careful.She looked at him in anger. "Why are you sleeping at a time like this?" she demanded. "Your company is collapsing, you are on the verge of losing your title as the Orchid Lord, and yet you still have the time to rest?" She said angrily.Luke looked down, unable to meet her eyes. "What do you want?" he asked, in a defeated voice.Rachel ignored his question, her eyes scanning the office with disgust. Suddenly, she moved forward and grabbed him by the collar. This move surprised me from where I was hiding. I almost gasped aloud. What was happening? I couldn't believe Luke could let anyone treat him this way."She is back," Rachel hissed, her voice trembling with anger."Who?" Luke asked, feigning innocence.Rachel sneered, her grip tightenin
(ALEXA'S POV)Alexa! Alexa!" he called out a few times before I finally snapped back to reality.So he was no longer calling me little dove. I sneered, what a liar! I turned to face him, deciding it was time to end this cat and mouse game."When will I get Klaus back?" I asked, refusing to beat around the bush. I knew he already knew why I was there, there was no need to hide anymore.He smiled. "So, we aren't hiding or playing games anymore?"I remained silent. He sat at the small table by the bed, making himself comfortable, silently watching me."I missed you," he said, looking at me tenderly. "I missed you so much it almost killed me."I looked at his pained expression and sneered. “Luke, do you think I am that stupid? If I fell for the same tricks twice, I wouldn't even deserve to be a mother.”"It’s not a trick," he insisted. "I really do love you."I looked around for something to throw at him, but I found nothing. "I came for my son, Luke Hunters," I stated in anger. "I have n
(ALEXA'S POV)I stepped into the Hunter Group after six long years. The lobby was different now, filled with comfy sofas and a resting area, this brought back a memory. The first time I had stood here with Lala. We had stood in this very lobby which then lacked even a stool, for over five hours, all because I needed his cooperation. It was almost funny to realize now that he had known I was coming that day. I was such a fool, walking straight into his trap.I smoothed down my dress, a tight, simple, long gray dress with no designs. My hair was neatly styled in a cute pixie cut, that was done by Rose, my makeup was also minimal. Since the last attack I had known my fake identity as Ryan was about to end. I still couldn't get used to the idea of being Alexa again, even just walking around, filled me with anxiety."Hello, how can I help you?" the woman at the counter called out, her voice polite. I also offered her a simple smile."I would like to meet Luke Hunter," I stated straightforw







