Amelia's POV ~
We arrived at Club X later that evening, It was bumming loudly with music and as Chelsea had said, it seems like some rich dudes are here. I could tell this from the VIP sections, which were crowded. I couldn't see their faces since the light are dim. The dance floor was also filled with people, bodies pressing together, guys touching girls... At a corner, I saw some people making out and not giving a damn about what people think, which made me feel out of place.
Clubbing isn't my thing, yeah I dance at a bar, but the scene here is wholly different from what happens at Mr Craig's. This is my second time coming to a club, the first time Chelsea dragged me to one, I ended up leaving her behind to do my work as a designated driver.
Don't get me wrong though, I might be a virgin, but it doesn't I'm a holy one. It's just that when you're not used to a certain kind of life, it'll be hard to fit in, you know?
Chelsea was practically jumping with excitement, this is her kind of life, being rich, I know she goes clubbing with her rich friends, she usually invites me to join them, but I always come up with excuses. I'm guessing she's had enough, that's why she dragged me out here today.
We're both what you'll call opposites, while she's blonde, I'm red-haired. She has a model kind of body while I'm in between, not too thin and not too fat, my big hips and backside give people the impression that I'm fat. It's a good thing my boobs aren't as big, I would have started working my lazy ass out by doing exercise. I work part-time jobs while she's in her final year of schooling, It's still a wonder how we became friends in the first place because we have nothing in common! We're from two different worlds apart.
A tug at my hand snaps me out of my haze, "What are you waiting for? Let try to get closer to them and see if we can hook up with one!" Chelsea yells over the music.
She began dragging me through the dance floor before I could protest. I scrunch my nose at the slight smell of sweat that clung to the air. In no time, we were out of the dance floor, I was expecting her to go to the VIP section but instead, she brought us to the counter. The bartender flashed us a smile, "Ladies, what can I get you?"
"Nothing, for now, handsome, we'll let you know when we want something." Chelsea winks at him.
My brows knitted together in a frown, "What are you doing?" I asked after the man left, I feel like I'm missing out on something.
She grinned widely, "You still don't get it do you?" I shook my head making her sigh, "well, for one reason we can't just barge into the VIP section like a slut begging for a quickie."
My frown deepens, "Isn't that the reason you brought us here in the first place?"
"Ugh for chrissake Lia! Listen!" She took a deep breath before speaking, "As I was saying, instead of barging there, why don't we allow them to come to us? That way we wouldn't seem so cheap."
Okay, now I feel like I have a weird friend. Her dad is already so rich, that she gets to mingle with billionaires all the time, so what difference will it make if one gets into her panties today?
"Why will they come to us when they're surrounded with ladies, mentor Chelse?" I pointed out with a snort.
She rolls her eyes, "We're both hot, haven't you noticed the eyes on us the moment we stepped in? I bet one of them will soon come here to buy us a drink."
Oh! So, that's how it is! She brought us to the counter on purpose. Now that she mentioned it, I could feel eyes boring into my back, making me more uncomfortable than I was.
Not long after she finished speaking, a dark-haired guy in a grey suit approached her. He leans towards her and whispers something to her causing her to laugh loudly.
"Why don't you come to join us at our table?" He said, offering her his hand. She took it, turns to me, and gave me a look that says, "Told you!" before leaving.
Great! She left without asking if I wanted to join them. I sat there contemplating if I should go home when a hand wraps around my waist. I jumped and whipped around to see a blonde, cute guy who seems to be in his late twenties.
"Whoa easy babe, do you mind if I sit here with you? A pretty girl like you shouldn't sit alone."
I forced a smile, "Sure."
He signalled the bartender over and orders a drink for both of us then he began staring at me "I'm Asher by name, and you're?"
"Lia."
"You seem uncomfortable, do you want to get out of here? We can go get fresh air outside."
I nod, "Yeah, that'll be great."
He took my hand and began going in another direction, I was thinking it was the backdoor, but instead, it was an elevator. He steps in and raises a brow at me, "Coming?"
I swallowed down the weird feeling I was having and step in, I wanted to avoid looking like an inexperienced girl, so I forced myself to relax, "You seem to know your way around here." Jeez, was that what I'm supposed to say?
He grins, "Yeah, I own this club."
"Really?"
"Yeah, is this the first time you're coming here? I've never seen you before."
I blush slightly and nodded.
He was about to say something when the elevator dinged open. I followed him to a room and stood awkwardly as he poured drinks into two glasses.
"Umm, where's the bathroom?" I asked. I hurriedly walk into the bathroom when he points at the door. Closing the door behind me, I padded to the mirror, stared at my pale white skin, and inhaled deeply. What are you doing, Amelia? I can't believe I just followed a random guy out to his room. Isn't this also another way of being a slut?
Suddenly, I heard a loud thud on the ground, followed by the sound of glass breaking and a pained groan. I freeze "Asher?"
I slowly opened the bathroom door, only to gasp at the scene outside. Furthermore, I watched in horror as two masked men stabbed Asher in the chest. He lifelessly fell to the ground, his eyes trained on where I was.
A whimper left my mouth, but I quickly covered my mouth so as not to alert them of my presence. Unfortunately, it was already too late as the masked men turn in my direction.
"You! Kill her!"
I raced into the bathroom, locking the door behind me. I was shaking from fear and adrenaline as I nervously glance around for a way out.
A bang at the door made me cry out, oh God, why did this have to happen?
"Don't let her get away, you moron! Open the damn door!" The man shouted from outside.
Seeing a window, I quickly took off my shoes, climbed onto the toilet seat, and began slipping out through the window. I mentally thanked the heavens that the window is a little bit big, making it easier for me to pass through. The bathroom door burst open the moment I jumped out of the window.
The man met my eyes and came after me. Glancing around, I saw a trash can beneath where I was standing, I'll have to jump. Without giving it much thought, I jumped down the building, gasping as I landed on dirty trash bags.
"There! She's getting away." I heard them say and jumped out of the trash can and continued running — this time to the road, they won't be able to hurt me if I go to a crowded place. As I was running, a sharp object pierced my bare feet making me fall to my knees. I whimpered softly when I saw them catching up with me.
"Are you okay miss?" A cool voice said above me.
His shoes were the first thing I saw, followed by his expensive suit. A gasp left my lips when I saw his face, Kade! This is Kade Preston Saint! The guy from the life Tv show!
I didn't have time to drool over him at that moment since my life is still in danger so I clung to his legs while crying "Help me out please!" I beg "I'll do anything!"
He cocks his head while studying me. "Anything?"
From the look he was giving me I know I shouldn't agree with him but I've got no choice, I will die here if he doesn't help me so I nod my head frantically "Yes, anything! I'll do anything just help me out. They want to kill me!" I cried.
Kade's POV ~ We met with Mr Turner at club X, this isn't the best place to have such a conversation but knowing the kind of person he is, I went along with it. It doesn't matter, since I'll get what I want in the end. Turner is an Alpha of the Silver moon pack — a small pack who is barely surviving because of his lack of incompetence as an Alpha, he mostly spends his time playing with innocent females in his pack. This caused his pack members to join other packs, resulting in the state he's in now. I already know what he wants to talk about. He wants more land for his small pack while I want him to give up his pack, only then can I offer land for them to live in comfortably. Call me ruthless, but my pack wouldn't have become one of the biggest packs in the US if it weren't for my methods of gaining more men. I'm not saying he should give up his pack completely, he'd still get to be the Alpha and rule his pack, but their pack will be under me. While he's the Alpha, I'll be the King
Amelia's POV ~ I still didn't get over the fact that I just spoke with Kade. I mean my childhood crush! What the fuck, he even kissed my hand! I would have thought it was all a dream if I'm not seeing the bandage wrapped around my leg. And what the hell did he mean that we would meet again? I was expecting him to tell me what I'll do to return the favour, but he never mentioned it, does that mean he has forgotten? If that's the case, I should be grateful, right? Because I have a feeling I wouldn't like whatever he'd bring up. From the little time I spent with him in the car, I realize Kade doesn't seem to be easygoing as he is always on TV, something tells me there's more to him than he seems to let on. Shaking my head, I glance behind me to make sure they're gone before turning in the direction of my house. Don't give me that look, I can't just give my house address to a stranger, especially one who has a scary-looking guard. Also, since Kade forgot to ask for whatever favour I owe
I stopped, took a deep breath, and schooled my expression before turning back to meet his gaze with a raised brow. “Sorry ma'am, why are you here? You need to follow through that entrance, not here.” He nodded towards the entrance where they were searching people. “I…um” I cleared my throat, “I'm looking for a female driver who I assigned to my kids.” I lied, “Umm, her name is Amelia, I think?” I acted as if I was looking for the person even though my heart was pounding so loudly in my ears, It was just a matter of time before everyone recognizes me. I guess the man bought the lie because the suspicion in his eyes vanished instantly. He told me she wasn't there yet, he gave me a card to call if I eventually see her. I thanked him and quickly left the vicinity. The moment I left the place, I walked into a shopping mall, swapped cardigans then fled from the area. Chelsea called me thirty minutes later. “Lia? Where are you, I'm heartbroken.” I blinked, “Heartbroken? Chelsea, are you
A babysitter is supposed to dress up warmly so as not to scare the kids. However, that isn't the case for me. I was dressed in all black like a serial killer, tight black pants, coupled with a black hoodie which I used to cover my hair. What will the parents of the kids think when they see me? Won't the wife feel like I came to snatch her husband? Ahh, the day has already started wrongly, what more could go wrong? As I sat on the bus, I couldn't help but feel tense and jittery. That's because I had enough reasons to be nervous. First, I don't know if those killers have found me, and are secretly stalking me. Secondly, l can't get him out of my mind, you know… Kade. I keep thinking about what will happen now after I insulted him. Gosh, Lia, he saved me and that's how I get to repay him? Kade Preston Saint isn't just any man, he's a powerful man. One of the ruthless billionaires In the states whose backgrounds are hidden from the public. The only reason he's seen in TV shows is that he
~ Present Time ~ “This is the person you'll be babysitting.” The lady said, causing me to freeze in shock. I gaped at the man who I insulted, my saviour,… completely dumbfounded. My gaze flew back to the woman. “H–him?” She grinned, looking utterly satisfied with herself. “Yes, him.” “B-but, he's not a child!” “I know that, dear, I never said you'll be babysitting a child. So, what do you think? Will you continue the job?” Excitement laced her voice. “I've gotten the job?” I couldn't help but ask again. I mean, I wasn't even interviewed! Even though I haven't applied for a job before, I know this isn't the usual procedure. “Of course! Congratulations! The question is will you accept the job?” Will I? Do I even have a choice? On one hand, I'm running from people who are after my life. Who would have thought that I'll meet the other person I'm running from? My eyes went back to Kade who seems to be enjoying my predicament. He raised his brows, waiting for my reply. ‘Wait… how d
Kade's Pov When I found out the reason why Aunt Mae wanted me to show up at the venue, I was like... “What the heck! Why the hell would I want to be babysat?” I should have known that whatever Aunt Mae comes up with wouldn't end well. Her only reply was... “Who knows? Maybe you might fall in love with your babysitter since you haven't found your mate!” What kind of fucked up reasoning is that? I'm not a child for chrissake! “Aunt Mae...” I started calmly, wanting to reject the idea before she takes it seriously. “That's not going to happen. I don't want a babysitter nor do I want to be babysat.” I cringed at my own words. What will other Alphas say when they hear this? Just like that, Aunt Mae began crying. Shedding tears with snorts and all that. The problem is that I hate it women cry. I wouldn't know what to do or how to go on about it. “Don't do this to me, Preston, I've prepared everything already, don't ruin it, I beg of you. I wouldn't mind if you don't like the girls th
Amelia's *** "This is the person you'll be babysitting." The lady said something that stunned me. I locked my gaze on the guy I had offended, my savior... completely perplexed My eyes returned to the woman. “H–him?” She glowed and smiled, clearly pleased with herself. "He, yes." "B-but he isn't a kid!" The obvious was said. "I know, sweetheart, but I never said you'd be babysitting a child. So, what are your thoughts? Are you going to keep your job?" Will I? Do I even have a choice? My gaze returned to the man who appeared to be amused by my plight. He waited for my response with his brows lifted. I inhaled deeply and raised my head to meet the woman's stare, ready to make my choice. * ~ Two days earlier ~ * I ordered the cab driver to hurry up because the live TV broadcast was about to start. "Please drive quicker, it's almost time!" "Calm down, Miss; this is my speed limit; I can't go any faster." I tapped my fingers and toes impatiently, wishing I could disappear fro
Kade's POV I walk out of the studio with my Beta, Austin, who had a sneer on his lips as he saw my annoyed expression after the life TV show. He knows how much I despise situations like this, particularly those involving ladies who can't keep their hands to themselves. It's not that I'm complaining; it's simply that it can be exhausting at times. "Well, it appears that the hostess likes you." I gave him a hard stare, which caused him to raise his hands in submission. "What happens next?" With a glance at my wristwatch, I inquired. It's nearly 6 p.m. All I wanted to do was get home and rest. "Your aunt has returned, and she promised you a wonderful surprise. She has found a way for you to find your mate." I let out a deep groan and rubbed my temples together. I could feel a migraine coming on as I listened to the news; I know I should be grateful for my aunt's assistance, but I'm not. I'm sure anything aunt Mae does won't end well. It's always accompanied by a disaster, and only G