LOGINGwen POVI woke up feeling out of sorts. I don’t know what is wrong with me. I don’t even understand why I was feeling this antsy.The uneasy feeling grew stronger, a heavy sense of foreboding settling over me, leaving me waiting for something bad to unfold and deepening my anxiety.My pulse quickened. The rapid rise and fall of my chest tells me that I was not making this up.I was anxious and worried, my mood shifting quickly from confusion to fear as the morning unfolded.Was it the after-effect of what happened yesterday?Was I too worked up?I went to the bathroom to perform my morning ritual and then proceeded to the kitchen, which was just a few steps away. I was actually renting a studio room. It was Lorry who gave me the contact for this, and I was grateful.The day I finally left the Olson apartment building, I felt a release. Finally, I can rest easy because I was already on my own.The rent was cheap, too.I did not know how Lorry did it, but I was grateful for her help.A
Damian POVI blinked.“Why would we do that? Liam was in Roadster City. He was literally minding his own business.”Mason shook his head.“Have you forgotten?”“Rebecca is leaving the bureau. And the council is looking for her replacement.”I snorted. I have an idea of what is going on in Mason’s head. But that was too far-fetched. The bureau has always been thorough in the selection of its people. They would know beforehand if someone from the inside is going to betray them in the future.We implemented a very strict system that can predict future behaviour. And the hiring process alone was very rigorous. When you work for the Vanguard Bureau, you will shed your previous self to become the man that the bureau needs. A world’s hero who can do the dirtiest job for them.So that was why it was hard for me to blame Liam. The man may be competitive, but he lives and works with the same principles that everyone in the bureau has.“And you are suspecting Liam?”Mason did not respond, and th
Damian POV“Make sure to report to me everything that happens to Gwen,” I instructed the head of my team, and after obtaining his concurrence, I ended the call and put my phone back in my pocket.“Let’s go.” Mason turned to walk ahead of me.I followed reluctantly, my steps slow and heavy as we blended with airport traffic.Just like any other passengers, Mason and I were busy tracing our path toward the exit, but of course, we couldn’t be that complacent.We are still on a mission.We still need to be careful with our movements. And most importantly, we need to be vigilant all the time.“So how was Dr. Chloe?” I asked.As expected, Mason’s footsteps slowed, allowing me to keep up with his pace.“She’s fine.”“How about you?”“I am fine, too. Thank you.”His brief reply told me he was avoiding the topic. Mason didn’t want to discuss Dr. Chloe or his feelings for her.He was always like this. He waited until he processed his feelings before he was able to talk about it.He told me that
Damian POV“How is she?” I asked Mason the minute I saw him emerging from the airport’s terminal after an 11-hour flight from Cadillac City.“And hello to you, too,” Mason responded sarcastically, fuelling the agitation I felt when he sidestepped my question to get a rise out of me.“Don’t keep me in suspense, man. How is Gwen?” I asked when I could not hold it anymore. My curiosity is killing me.Mason threw his bag toward me. I caught it before it landed on my chest.“She’s alright. Dr. Chloe said that she’s going to start with her session this week. She will report to you directly if Gwen misses it again.”I nodded. I really did not like it that she’s taking her mental health for granted. I do not want her to pass out again, especially when I wouldn’t be there to take care of her.“What about Baron? How was his trip?” Mason asked.I told him.“According to Baron, Damon was back to working at the Olson Hotel. I think he has learned his lesson.” I added.I wanted to believe that, too
Gwen POVMason’s words didn’t surprise me; I’d expected them to know I was reluctant to attend Dra. Chloe’s sessions.Some may call it pride, but for me, it was more than that. It was part of my plan to distance myself from the Olson twins.Accepting their charity meant that I was still dependent on them. That’s what I had been working so hard to achieve. That’s precisely why I left my previous job. I do not want to be tied up with them anymore.But it seemed like I couldn’t keep it a secret from them.I made a mental note to call Dr. Chloe’s clinic for my treatment.With the initial problem resolved, I turned around and began retracing my steps to the entrance of the building. I was surprised to see that Mr. Boyd was still there.I bowed a little in greeting and resumed my walk, but he walked alongside me, much to my surprise, and apparently to the surprise of our co-workers, because their eyes never left us. Even without looking, I could feel the weight of their gazes boring into my
Gwen POVMy heart beats fast. I craned my neck to check whether he had companions, but my excitement and the drumming of my heart plummeted the moment I realized that the elevator was empty except for him.“Mason. Hello.” I could not help the lackluster greeting.Mason grinned. “Fancy seeing you here. I thought you had forgotten your sessions with Dr. Chloe.”I sucked in a breath.He was not so far from the truth. In my eagerness to learn the ropes at my new job, I did not have time to meet with Dr. Chloe.I missed my sessions with her. Besides, I was worried about money. How can I pay here when I could barely stretch my salary for food? The chunk goes to my rent and utilities.I ignored Mason’s question. I do not want to talk about my treatment with Mr. Boyd around. He might think that I was not fit to work.A quick look in Mr. Boyd’s direction told me that he was staring at Mason. It was not a friendly stare.“Boyd.” I was surprised when Mason greeted him.Did Damian know my boss? D
Gwen POVI stared at the man in horror. California Senator Fredrick Adams does not look all too powerful while he wields a spoon to tackle the bowl of food in his other hand. The bowl, I presume, contains the dinner Damian cooked for me.“Sorry, can’t resist any food that Knight prepared. He is suc
Gwen POVHe didn’t say anything, just carefully took the receipt and ran his eyes over it. Then, he counted the bills while I watched. I thought he would complain and comment that what I gave him was not enough.I was not privy to how much Damon spends on the upkeep of this house, but I imagined i
Gwen POVI shook my head.Clearly, it was not my business whether they spent time together or not. As far as I know, Damian was single. He can see whoever he wants to see.But at the back of my head, a little voice said that I need to remind Damian to act accordingly. Yes, he was a free man, but ri
Gwen POVA week has passed, and we kind of settled into a routine.I still use the bus service, and every morning, Baron will fetch me.Every morning, when I came downstairs ready for work, Damian was already gone. Whether he was purposely avoiding me or just leaving early, I couldn’t tell. Yet I f







