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There are times when we wish we can rewind the clock and get back the time wasted on ridiculous people and stupid mistakes, but those are the times that make us or break us. It's all up to you. You are your own worst enemy."Lorenzo!" I storm into the room without even knocking. Lorenzo jumps to his feet and rushes to my side."Lilly-Ann?" He wraps me up in his arms. "What is the matter, baby girl?""I need you to take me to my sister, please." I can feel the tears burning in my eyes."Yeah, come let's go." Lorenzo grabs my hand and pull me out of the office, Jaxon sit still, staring as we exit. His blank expression confuses me, Jaxon looked surprised at first but he didn’t utter a word, was that fear in his eyes or something else?We step into the garage, my eyes widen at his impressive collection. Who needs this many cars? There must be twenty or more, neatly parked cars stack in the garage as they gleam in the dim lit space. Varied of colors and models, from sleek sports cars with
Dirty Little Secret Chapter 29
The atmosphere is one of constant motion, with reporters typing away at their computers, making phone calls, and interviewing sources. This is the first time the office came to life, like hell, everyone is working even the slackers. A soft chuckle escapes me as my eyes scans over the busy office. Something is up, this is not normal, not for this place at least. I make my way to the elevator. "Great, why must the elevator be out of service today of all days." I pout and start to jog upstairs."What's going on?" I ask Will breathlessly as I reach his desk."Oh, the big boss is coming in today, or should I say the new big boss." Will rolls his eyes. "He some hot shot from England.""What?" I frown, what the hell does he want with a newspaper from New York?"Lilly-Ann!" Regina calls my name but with a hint of anger and irritation in her voice."Well, I need to go." I widen my eyes at Will; he fully understands the, oh shit, expression on my face."Shut the door," Regina says as she gaze t
Dirty Little Secret Chapter 30
On my way back a light switch on in my head with a great idea. We will go to Del Forno, a nice little cozy pizza place its not utopian, it’s like a friend hang out, I should try to make it feel casual and not demanding. I don’t want to pressure him in to something he doesn’t want. Yeah, Del Forno sound perfect for us at the moment.Driving up to Shane’s apartment, Rayon sits on a bench waiting. I slide out the car and ignore his presence completely. I don’t have time for his self pity speeches and heartless apologies besides I have nothing to say to him. “Ann.” Rayon’s gaze lock on mine and a painful smile pulls on his face. “We need to talk.”“Rayon please just go.” Storming to the entrance, he jumps up and block my path.“Just listen, okay.” He cage me in with his arms, I feel the anger boiling as I roll my eyes at his demand. “You know how you use to talk about our wedding.”“Seriously, Rayon. Have you come here to scratch old wounds?”“No, I just wondered, if
Dirty Little Secret Chapter 31
I slide into the driver’s seat, grabbing the steering wheel tight, smiling like a child who just got a new toy, a soft giggle escapes me. Lorenzo smirks at me as he put his seatbelt on. A frown pulls on my forehead as he brace himself. “Don’t trust me?”Lorenzo just grins in response, “Drive, baby girl.” The engine roar’s to life, a deep growl vibrates through the car and up into my bones, as a stream of adrenalin gushes through my body. “If I knew you’d enjoy it this much I would have let you drive a long time ago.” His eyes sparkle with joy as we pull out the parking lot and speed down the road.The power is intoxicating, now I know why he prefers this car. I tap the accelerator and the car hurtles forward, devouring the road beneath me. “Lilly-Ann” Lorenzo says, nervously. I let out a chuckle. “Don’t worry handsome, I’ve got this.”We fly through the traffic, breaking most of the speed limits. “You did this before.” Lorenzo grins proudly.“Yeah, my cousin and I, would drive sports
Dirty Little Secret Chapter 32
Sleep did not come for any of us. Clara and Maggie took the beds, I did not mind the sofa at least I have the TV to keep me company. We did not talk about the evenings events, it was an awkward silence, so we skip the drinks and head straight to bed.I flick through the channels, looking for something to watch, but nothing seems to peek my interest. Picking up my phone I hoped for a text from Lorenzo but nothing, his been silence as well, He looked worried when that Steven guy told him his mother is looking for him. I text Lesley about the shooting but he just ignored me. No clue why. Man so many unanswered questions, it kinda pisses me off.After a long fight, I lost the battle against sand man and drift off into a eventful slumber. Nightmare isn’t quite the word I would use, more like a horror. I jerk up almost falling to the floor as a cold sweat runs down my forehead and my whole body trembles in fear. With my heart racing at full speed and my breathing unsteady, I check the clock
Dirty Little Secret Chapter 33
When a strong woman falls from grace, she muster all her strength and rise to her feet. She allows her soul to weep and her heart to heal in private. But when she faces the world she face it with so much grace and dignity that no one dares to question her resilience.The uber driver stares at me in the review mirror, with empathy dancing behind those eyes of his. We came to a stop in front of Shane’s apartment building, I hope his not there I can’t face him now. “Thanks” I slide out and race to the foyer.“Hello” I mumble as I enter the apartment, with no reply a relief wash over me, I’m alone, I don’t have to explain or talk, I can just sit on a couch and cry to my hearts content. But my solitude, is rudely interrupted with a hammering on the door. Sobbing back my tears, I rise to open the door.Lorenzo stands there, dripping wet hair, bare foot, dressed in sweatpants and a t-shirt that doesn’t match, he looks horrible and lost. “Lilly-Ann” He whispers breathlessly as his eyes gaze i
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If there is one thing I’ve learned is that you don’t mess with boys and their football games. Tonight is boys night football, beer and cigars, with a few snacks. Shane is not really into that type of thing, it bores him to death, but he will never stand in Lesley’s way.We start working on a few bite size snacks for the guests and stock the fridge with beer, Lesley dressed into his team’s shirt and join us in the kitchen. “Please baby, I know you mean well, but why don’t you move the sofa so every one can see.” Shane sigh as he take out the poppers from the oven.“Good idea.” Lesley laughs shyly scratching his head as he exits the kitchen.I can’t help but giggle at them, Lesley can’t even boil an egg, but his always willing to help. The door bell rings. “I’ve got it.” Drying my hands on the kitchen cloth I make my way to the door. “Hi” I smile sweetly.“Hey, um is this Lesley’s place?” A tall glass of water ask, gazing at me with deep blue eyes from under his honey blond hair.“Yes.”
Dirty Little Secret Chapter 35
It’s been a month since I heard from Lorenzo. He send me a very short, don’t worry message, without explaining anything, he did not even tell me where he is. So instead of worrying I throw myself into my research to keep my mind occupied.“Lilly-Ann, just think for one moment.” Regina furrows her brow as she scans over my progress. “I can’t nor will I publish this mediocre story. You have no hard proof.”“But that will at least get his attention, just approve the piece.” I say fiddling with my fingers.“Did you just hear yourself? Your acting like a needy child. We don’t poke the bear, we lock them up.” Regina throws the papers on her desk and inhale sharply. “People like Lenkov has their fingers in all sorts of pie’s, one’s we can’t afford to make enemies of. So if you take him down you need to do it right, or else he will just walk free on bail, paying a heavy price for his freedom. And of course he will sort out the lot whom is responsible for his capture. If and only if you get h
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