WARNING: Threats of Rape and Violence ...EvaMy heart hammered in trepidation as I stared up at the man I never wanted to see again. My stomach turned and coiled inside me.Anyone but him.Geoffrey Wells.A man who was once my friend, meeting him in Viktor's small circle of friends. He, along with Brienne were once my friends as his closest mates. He was the last son out of three children in the Wells Family company. He was the first to help me feel at ease when I was new, intimidated by their trio. Lighthearted, flamboyant and a jokester, he always made everyone around him laugh with his witty jokes and lighthearted nature. His other flaws didn't matter to me. I trusted him as a friend, the brother I never had.Until he had assaulted me…or attempted to.Why was he here? He shouldn't be here.I looked back and met Brienne’s wide smile, like the cat that got the cream.Horror filled me as I realized who the ‘Surprise guest’ was. I was stricken, but more than that was another deeper e
EvaPresent dayI shivered and shut my eyes tightly at the reminder. Even through these years, the memories dulled but never faded.I remembered what happened after. I remembered shaking as I quickly locked my door before collapsing on the ground in tears. I was afraid but most of all, heartbroken. To think that he never saw me as a friend, called me a whore and tried to assault me…His words were burned into my mind from that moment on. My world and perception of him was completely changed.It took time before I revealed the truth to Brienne and Viktor. He was especially close to Viktor and the next time I saw him he acted the same way as before, all bright and extravagant and friendly as if that night had never happened. I was stricken at the change until he looked at me after and the wild mocking gleam in his eyes reemerged. I was afraid and disgusted with being near him, but I couldn't find it in myself to tell Viktor anything when he was his closest friend and the one that he'd k
EvaI bursted into my door with urgency, slamming it behind me.Hours had passed since I left that damned company, since I forced myself to turn away and drive out of that scene, yet it still remained in my head.My belly twisted and turned from pure nausea. I threw my bag to the nearest couch and headed to my room, slamming the door behind me. Immediately turning on the shower I stripped and sank under the cool water. It felt like nothing could cool me down.As I closed my eyes it was all I could see. A mix of betrayal and hatred bubbled up inside me.From Brienne I was shocked, yet not fully surprised. I'd had to untangle enough of her passive aggressive and manipulative behaviors towards me I was blind to in the past to feel as bothered. But him ..What aggravated me the most wasn't seeing them together like bosom friends, even though the sight made me retch. No, what truly got me was that smirk. He looked proud that I was seeing them. Victorious even.Whether he told Brienne or not
EvaI stormed into the building without an ounce hesitation. Some people quickly recognized me and I received some greetings I silently replied to. It would have been a laughable one, me entering his company building without a care, but this time I was completely furious.I wasn't going to take his insubordination anymore. Him and Brianna weren't going to make my life hell and I would make sure of it. Stepping out of the elevator leading to his office I was met with the same redhead who eyed me with surprise. She didn't matter.“Is he in his office?” I asked, looking at the door a distance away from her seat that was clearly his office. I didn't wait for her to answer. “Hey!” a high pitched voice called out. I ignored the calls from behind me as I striding there and opening the door. To my surprise it gave in easily, pushing open. He didn't even lock it.I stepped inside, looking around the large space. The office was a mix of dark and white with chaises and sofas and carpets. It lo
EvaSilence filled the air, only broken by my panting breaths. He remained still for a moment looking like a statue. The anger and exhaustion in me had driven me to this point.I should have slapped him a long time ago. The same day he started making threats to me even but now I wasn't in the least satisfied with this.I took a step back to distance myself away from him but it didn't make a difference. He was still frozen on the spot, face still shifted sideways.“You crossed the line Mr Reynolds.” I stared frostily. I could barely recognize my own voice with how cool it was.‘Slut,’ the word echoed inside my head. He just called me that.The reminder of the past thing he called me right before throwing me out all those years ago echoed. ‘Gold digging whore.’ Why? What had I done to deserve such an insult when I had been nothing but innocent in the face of their cruelty and schemes?Once I had shed tears at the constant reminder, now all I felt was rage.I pushed all those thoughts
EvaI spotted her immediately at the entrance of the Greenhouse Cafe as per her instructions. It wasn't hard considering her unique style. The nude overcoat she wore spoke of quiet luxury. I could tell it was expensive yet it was humble.She noticed me when I came closer, a pleasant surprise coloring her face. Every time I saw her I was always shocked at how youthful she looked. despite being in her late 40s she looked a decade younger, her outfit bringing her more elegance.“You really didn't have to wait outside.” I protested, guilt pooling my belly. It had taken me some time to find the location and I'd gotten even more held up by the traffic.“Nonsense. I haven't been here for long anyways.” She said, trying to wave away the topic. Despite her attempt I still felt bad for keeping her waiting. Despite being a member of one of one of the wealthiest families, she was always so nice and sweet and down to earth, so different from her other peers. It really made me wonder how she could
EvaIn the end, my decision was hard but I fought the guilt away.“Nothing much.” I lied, turning away to drink the coffee I ordered. “What about you?” I asked, turning the question back at her. It took a second after to discover my mistake, but it was too late.Bitter guilt heated up my belly as her face fell, as if the reminder of her situation was enough to bring her down. Unlike me, she was already open with her problems, no matter how vague it was and I already knew most of it.“I'm sorry, you don't have to answer.” I quickly tried to backtrack, but she shook her head.“It's okay. It's been a long while since I've shared problems with anyone.” She said, putting her cup down.“You already know about the situation with Viktor. Richard is no different. Ever since Viktor fully took over, all he does is focus on his drinking and gambling now. The only good thing about it now is that he mostly ignores me a lot more. It's why I can go out freely like I did today. I found this place and
Eva“It must be so lonely for you, you know, without the kids and all.” her voice came through. I sighed, relaxing on my office seat with my phone in my ear.“It really is.” I replied, “I didn't think this through if I'm being honest. Two months is a long time. Now I'm counting the days till they come back.” I sighed out.Penelope chuckled through the phone “Unfortunately I can't relate. Traveling never gets tiring.”“You've earned it.” I quipped back. Even though she was an entire continent away, I could imagine her warm smile from my words.Years ago, she was the one to give me a place to stay after being kicked out. I met her by accident, stopping at the restaurant she owned to veg for temporary shelter. Only in her late 20s when I met her, I could still recall how shocked she looked when I approached her. I hadn't expected much and prepared to leave to save myself the humiliation when she stopped me with my belongings. She offered me a place in her apartment, stating that I didn'