As I walked towards the rooftop's railing, the cool wind embraced me and the spectacular city lights welcomed me. Closing my eyes to completely shut off my mind from the chaos. A scene where my sisters keeps on harassing and bullying me, my mom who kept reminding me how useless I was, and Dad who completely ignores me and putting a blind mask on everything made me back to my senses.
The sound of the water splashes caught my attention. Glancing at my two model friends, Kendra and Trinity who dived on the pool and soothingly enjoyed the night, they are my real family.
"Hey Jada, come join us! What the hell are you doing there?" I shook my head and chuckled.
Slowly removing the thin cloth that covers me, and exposing my red bikinis, I quickly jump off the water and swim closer to them.
"Where did you buy that bikini? Is that Victoria's secret latest released design?" Trinity asked as amusement fills her eyes.
"Yes." I plainly said.
"Woah, we should've checked it out, Kendra. I told you, it is a limited edition as well. They are probably sold out, damn I am so envious of you Jada. " Trinity ranted.
"Next time Trinity," Kendra replied.
"By the way, Jada, have you thought of what the company offers you?" Kendra added, fully diverting the topic on me.
I rolled my eyes at her.
"I told you, Kendra, I'm not interested in it," I replied coldly and got off from the water.
"Hey, where are you going?" Kendra asked.
I'm not in a mood to stay there for long, it's cold and I didn't want to prolong our conversation as well. With the three of us, I am the only one who's not a model, but their company offered me a contract last week, and I declined. It's not my thing.
I quickly wrapped my body with a thin cloth and poured a glass of red wine. Sat sophisticatedly on the couch facing the city lights.
"Are you sure? I mean the salary isn't the issue here right? What's wrong? " Kendra asked.
I didn't notice that they were able to get off from the pool as well.
"Of course, it's not about the salary Ken, it's not just my thing," I replied coldly.
"Well the opportunity was too irresistible for us, I just hope you had a time thinking for it Jada. Anyway, once you changed your mind, the offer is still up. Companies were craving for you to work for them."
I rolled my eyes again at what Kendra said.
"Stop that sh*t, Ken, let's not talk about work and everything here, come on! This is supposed to be our rest day right? You should've just invited some hot guys here. " I retorted.
They both chuckled.
"Well even if we do, you'll just ignore them. Besides, we're both in a relationship here Jada, you know the word loyalty and commitment?" Trinity shot back.
"F*ck off." I snarled and they just laugh at me.
"How about you girl? Don't you want to feel how to float in the air and feel the butterflies in your stomach?" Kendra teased this time.
I groaned as my face crumpled in disgust.
"Men were just a pain in the ass. Stop talking sh*ts." I replied coldly and sipped on my wine.
This has been my night routine, hanging out with these two until the sun rises, not unless they have some fashion shows in the morning. I don't have a life, I don't even know what to pursue in college. I stopped studying when I reached second-year, my family owns a company anyway. Money is not a big deal on us, though I'm not sure if they'll trust me some share on that company. I smiled bitterly. n
"You know what, why don't you just put some twist on your life Jada?"
I frowned at what Trinity had uttered.
"I'm fine with my life Trinity."
"Well you know, aren't you bored with it?"
"What do you suggest then?"
They both smiled.
"What the hell? Are you planning something?" I instantly asked. I don't like the thought of those kinds of faces flashing on me.
"Do you see that?" Kendra asked pointing to the opposite building which is somehow familiar to me, I think it has been featured on Forbes magazine.
"What about it?"
"I heard the owner of that building just came in the country, today and they were having a welcome party tonight." Kendra continued, while her brows keeps on motioning ups and down.
"Then? Can you please just tell me exactly the thing here?" I shot back, I don't get it.
"Guess who owns that famous company?" She asked which made me roll my eyes again at her.
"Stop beating around the bush Ken," I warned her.
"Achilles Coleman, do the name rings a bell?" She asked.
It took me a few seconds to process the man she was talking about.
"You mean the famous Coleman, the mafia billionaire who hates women?" I asked.
"Bingo! But to clarify dear, he's not yet confirmed a mafia leader. According to my source, he's a hot guy with 12 packs abs, and a multi-billionaire." Kendra winked at me.
"Oh c'mon Ken, according to my source as well he completely hates women. There's not even a single woman working in his company, I heard they are all men. That's how he hates women. And you know what, have you heard of the killings of the woman in the past few years by a group of gangs? According to my source, he's somehow involved in that. Who knows, he's a mafia leader, and to show people how he hates women, he kills them." Trinity continously explained this time.
Confusion reigns on me.
"So what are you trying to say? Are we gonna talk about his life and everything here?" I asked sounding annoyed.
"You're exaggerating Trinity. As what I am saying Jada, how about luring that man?"
My eyes instantly widened.
"Are you insane? There's no way I would f*cking do that!" I shot back in dismay.
"Why are you, afraid dear? Who knows he's exactly the man you're looking for and the one who can change your perspective in life."Kendra replied.
"The man who'll bring rainbow in your colorless life." Trinity tolerated this time.
My jaw was left open.
"Are you hearing yourself guys?" I asked in awe.
"Some twists Jada, you love adventures don't you?" Kendra replied.
"And what would I get with that? What if that mafia kill me huh? Can you bring back my life?!"
***
Finding myself sneaking inside Coleman's corporation, I glanced back at my two friends who keeps on cheering me.
"How about a Bugatti La Voiture Noire for this deal? Come on Jada bring it on!"
Shaking my head remembering it. Why did I even agree to this? Well that sports car is one of my dreams, with the price is extremely expensive around 18 million dollars, it's not bad though. A side of me convinced me. I have an upcoming race as well, I badly need one for this.
With the thought of it, I continously went inside, until the guard stops me.
"Ma'am, you're not allowed here." The guard looks terrified. So the news is true.
"I have an invitation," I replied and showed the card. Kendra gave it to me, she said a friend of hers working in this company gave it to her.
"That's impossible Ma'am, no woman is allowed to enter the building. That's our ultimate rule." The guard replied.
"If you didn't allow me to get inside, you boss will surely kick your ass off out of here," I warned. My voice is full of convenience and authority.
"But Ma'am…"
"Hey, are you Kendra's friend?" The man wearing a casual outfit appeared behind the guard.
"Good evening Sir Caleb. This woman keeps on insisting she was invited…"
"Well yes, she is." The man cut the guard off.
"But isn't she allowed ?" The guard asked back.
"Don't worry about it, she's invited, did you see the invitation card she was holding?" He shot back.
The latter gave up and bowed his head.
"I'm sorry Ma'am." He uttered and gazed at me. I nodded and walk near to the man who was eyeing me from head to toe.
"Are you done?" I asked annoyed.
"Kendra never failed me, he'll surely soften on you." He commented. I frowned not getting the idea at all.
"Let's get this done," I replied.
"Woah, so feisty."
I rolled my eyes at him and he guided me inside until we get the elevator.
"What the hell do I have to do?" I asked.
Though Kendra already mentioned that I just have to lure him right? And after that, my sports car was surely waving.
"Just get inside his office and you'll see. The drug is only effective until tomorrow, so better leave him before the sun rises understand?"
I frowned.
"Hey what do you me…"
I wasn't able to finish my sentence when the elevator opens.
"Good luck dear!" He cheered.
"Hey wait what…"
The sound of the elevator closing echoed and he fully vanished from my sight. I gritted my teeth. What the hell is wrong with him? What does he mean by the effects of the drug? I am not getting it.
Roaming my eyes on the entire floor, I can't manage but to be amazed by the interior design. It's screaming wealth and expensive. My eyes were caught by the only matte black door. Frowned by the sound of bangs coming from behind those doors, I slowly walk towards it.
Was that Achilles Coleman inside?
Full of confusion was surely written on my face right now when the sound became louder, I can hear some glasses crashing down.
What is he doing? Is he breaking his furniture?
I put my ears next to the door. The loud noise completely vanished, as silenced completely reigns.
Slowly the door opens, it wasn't closed after all. I heaved a deep breath. For the sports car Jada, you can do this. Dad won't surely buy me that car even he can afford it. He'll just put those 18 million dollars into an investment instead of my luxury wants. Fully convinced by that thought I gently slipped myself inside the office.
The mess was all over the office, some vases were broken into tiny pieces and scattered on the floor. There are also some couches not in their position. Like the office just encountered a strong storm.
My jaw dropped when a back of a man sitting on his swivel chair welcomed me, he probably wasn't notified that I'm here because he was too focused on what he is doing.
"F*ck!"
"I'll kill you Caleb for what you did to me!"
"I don't need a f*cking woman! I won't ever need one!"
"I just need to release this!"
A stern voice cursing sounds furiously mad and aroused at the same time echoed. When he turned around and now faced me, my heart instantly hammered as our eyes met. I gulped when my eyes quickly shift down there. I completely recognized what he was doing. He's jerking his member off like he was too craving for a release.
"What the hell are you doing here?" His eyes were piercing on me and instantly put back his member inside his pants and glared at me.
"U-Uhm."
F*ck Jada, at this moment I know I'm doomed.
"You seemed lost woman. You're not welcome here."
I step back when he stands up firmly. I can still see it, the lust in his eyes was too visible but it seems like he was resisting it hardly, he seemed under a strong spell.
Feeling the cold wall at my back, my eyes instantly widened when I got cornered and it was too late to run because he was just a few inches away from me.
"Your timing was a bit good. Because at this moment I badly need you."
"H-hey don't you dare come near me," I warned in my most menacing voice, fighting his intense glare at me.
"You should've not been here in the first place. You're a woman. And none in this country doesn't know that." He shot back.
"W-what…" I wasn't able to finish my sentence when he was completely closed to me, and sniffing my neck. Will he bite me? Was he a vampire or what?
"You smells good."
"But you deserve to be punished!"
Knees trembling, I still tried to stand up and run towards him. No, this is just a dream, right? “A-Achilles!” With the only strength I have right now, I fell to the ground again. But the next thing that follows feels like my world fell apart. “N-No!” It was a strong explosion, coming from their car. My body was betraying me despite how I wanted to get there, I dragged myself near the cliff in any way I can, and tears started cascading down my cheeks again when the car isn’t recognizable anymore, it was on fire and huge smokes are everywhere. “A-Achilles.” “P-Please don’t leave me.” No, he’s probably still alive. I shouldn’t be running out of hope. Achilles won’t leave me like this. “I-I’ll come for you!” “I-I’ll save you.” I tried to stand up even though my knees were unable to support my weight. The cliff was too deep vertically, and it was nearly impossible to get down there but who am I to let my man die? My vision was still blurring so I wipe it, despite the anxiousnes
“You must be kidding me.” I glance at her in disbelief. Marry Martini? That’s absurd. “Do I look like I’m kidding?” She asked. Her face was emotionless like how it always was. “The wedding will happen in a week.” She added. “How about Achilles? You should at least save him now!” Who knows what could’ve he is experiencing at the hand of that psychopath if we prolong it more? “Two conditions Jada.” She replied in finality. I clenched my fist, if I didn’t control my patience, every effort I made will turn into nothing. “Take it or leave it.” “If Ares…” “Do something to him?” She cut me off and continued my sentence. “If something bad happens with Achilles, there’s no one to blame, but you, Jada. Due to your impulsive decision again. ” “Really? Do you think Ares will be happy with what you did? You just added flame to the fire, Jada. Sometimes doing what you think is right should be at perfect timing, it doesn’t apply at all times especially if someone’s life was at risk. You sh
Thinking that she only wants peace and order in Russia was a hoax, I was surprised that she’ll lead the mafia organizations again, but what’s more shocking is that she has a hidden agenda beneath it, to be the next president of the country. Sir Arnold gave me a heads up that my mother is a daughter of a former President of the country, but I didn’t know that she wants to get in touch and took the path her father took.Now everything makes sense, why she is too obsessed to push me to bring back the peace and order between mafias, so she’ll get all the credit for it? Now that my name is fully tainted when I pleaded guilty, she didn’t push me anymore and took the throne instead.I was taken aback when someone knocked on the door. Was it Martini? If it was him, then he wouldn’t knock anymore since the keys were on him. Besides, how am I able to open that door again?But when I heard the clashes of keys, then I am certain that it was Martini. I only waited for the door to open and the pers
“P-please let me use your car,” I asked the couple who were making out inside of the car.“Y-You look familiar.” The woman commented. I am probably wanted in the entire country.“T-That’s not me.” I quickly responded.But the man pushed me away making me fall onto the floor, I don’t have a choice now but to use this or else Ares’ men will be here any moment. I pulled out the gun from my back and pointed it at them.“M-move.” I menaced before I pulled myself up.“M-move or I won’t think twice about shooting you two.” My eyes quickly landed on five men in black from a distance running toward me!“F*ck! Move!” I growled thankfully the two quickly obeyed and get to the side.“Give me the keys!” I ordered, and the man handed it.“Thank you, and I’m sorry.”I quickly get inside the car and roared the engine, just before Ares’ men arrived. I sighed in relief when they vanished from the side mirror.I drove to the only place I thought would be able to help me on this. The Cooper Corporation.
The chains were making sounds as we tried to make a way of getting out of it.“A-Are you alright?” Achilles asked right next to me, he was in the same position as mine, our hands were chained up above our heads.“I-I’m fine.” I manage to say despite the fact that I’m really tired, and my arms were getting numb for hours being tied above already, I’m not alone. I know Achilles feels the same way as I do.“Don’t worry we’ll be able to leave here.” He shot back obviously cheering me up, I probably look hopeless right now. Ares drag us to this abandoned place and his men were just around.“And how will you be able to do that?”“Both of you will die here.” He added.“F*ck you!” I cursed.“I appreciate your gratitude, my dearest sister-in-law.”“Why are you doing this Ares, just kill me. Leave Jada and my son alone.” Achilles uttered.“Woah, so romantic and disgusting. You’re tainting Coleman’s symbolism, we don’t bow our heads to women. But look at you, pathetic and a victim of that f*ckin
Until I got inside of my jail, I was still stunned at what I saw. Achilles surrendered himself? That’s the most stupid thing he’ll ever do in his entire life? How about our son? Does he even think about Amari? I sat on the bed near, as I felt a bit dizzy. I wasn’t able to appreciate the room anymore, being it too clean and modest for a cell, as Achilles took the spotlight at the back of my head.I lie on the bed and slowly closed my eyes, this is too much.“Jada Young you have a new inmate.” It was the voice of the officer, I tried to open my eyes but it was too heavy like my lids were attracting each other like a magnet. I only heard the sound of the door opening and didn’t take too long to closed.I thought I am the only one here.I only felt someone’s presence near me so I forced my eyes to open a little. Someone was right in front of me, but my vision was a bit blurred. Until that person touched my head.”You’re sick.”That voice. Don’t tell me I’m hallucinating.“A-Achilles?” I
“It’s too good to know that you’re back. Was it for good?” Deborah’s annoying face greeted me.“Spare me some peace, I need a rest.” I coldly shot back before heading to bed but then felt a hand gripping tightly on my shoulder.“Still a b*tch huh?”“How about the officer you killed? Was the punishment already included in your verdict?” She asked. I rolled my eyes and shrugged her hands off.“Leave me alone,” I commented.The latter doesn’t seem to understand what that means as she kicks me hard to my back which made me land on the bed forcefully, I bit my lip when my stomach hit the edge of the bed.“You’re still hard-headed aren’t you? I only let you attack me the other day but that doesn’t mean that I’ll let it pass. Hold her!”Before I could even recover, Miriam and the other one I forgot the name hold my arms, as they force me to face Deborah.“In this place, I’m the queen! So learn to respect me and kneel if you don’t want to die here!” She exclaimed. The two were forcing me onto
Holding my hands tightly, I closed my eyes to stop myself from crying. I heaved a deep breath before opening it again, and look at Drake Spencer coldly.“I killed them. I was the mastermind behind the bombings, murders, robberies, extortions, and every crime recently. That’s me. So just give me my verdict and put me behind bars.”Drake’s calm facade has fully vanished. I can see in his eyes those questions such as why am I doing this?“Bring back the death penalty and let her be the first one to receive that punishment!”“That’s the last thing you can do to give justice to all of the victims!”“Bring back the death penalty now!”The audiences inside of the court kept on screaming those words, and I know even those people outside of this place, and those who were watching on their television had the same thought too. I know this trial was broadcasted locally and internationally, seeing tens of cameras, and reporters out there isn’t surprising anymore. Plus, the journalist inside in fro
“All of the people were screaming for justice, asking the government for a death penalty punishment against the accuse, Jada Young.” The reporter caught Jera’s attention and get back to her senses.“No, Jada will surely be proven innocent after Natalia has been eliminated is the witness. And even the shreds of evidence she showed has been considered with a high possibility to have tampered.” She whispered to herself.The trial started, and when Jada entered the court, it was filled with harsh words toward her making the judge shut everyone.Jera’s forehead creased, she then had a second thought of attending the final trial so that she could slap those people with the truth that Jada will be proven innocent in the end. The camera got a shot of the people in the court, that includes the mafia leaders, on the left corner and Drake Spencer, Jada’s attorney. Jera’s eyes glimmered at what she saw, making her eyes more focused on the screen of her hundred inches television.Spencer near the