Chapter 191Patrick Banks ~•~The doctors didn’t let anyone see Jordan. He was still in the emergency room. As I waited in the waiting area, my legs wouldn’t stop bouncing. I was so nervous while waiting for feedback from the doctors. I kept on praying that he would pull through. I wasn’t ready to lose him. Not now. Not ever. And the worst part was that we weren’t on talking terms. I was still giving him the silent treatment because of what happened with Benjamin. I ran a hand through my hair. The thought of something happening to him made my chest feel like it was being crushed. Jordan wasn’t just my best friend, he was my brother. I should’ve been more lenient with him. I wasn’t sure I would be able to forgive myself if something ended up happening to him. I didn’t even want to think about it. He didn’t have any other choice but to pull through. I was alone in the hospital, still waiting for Valerie. I had pleaded with Blair to head back home to clear her head because she
Chapter 190Valerie Will~•~I didn’t bother calling a driver anymore. I just drove myself back home. As I stepped into the house, I saw everyone in the living room. Everyone, except for Patrick. “Mama, where did you go?” Liam jumped out of the couch and pulled me into a warm hug. “You didn’t say you would spend the night outside.” “I’m so sorry.” I apologized, ruffling his hair.“Why didn’t you answer me when I called you.” Liam frowned as he broke the hug, staring at me with furrowed brows. I didn’t even know what to say to him. I just decided to change the subject. “Is your Daddy back?” He shook his head. “No.” Fortunately enough, he didn’t demand to know why I didn’t answer my phone anymore. After I talked to the boys for a few more minutes, I made my way upstairs. My mother trailed behind me. As soon as we stepped into the room, she fixed her narrowed gaze on me. “Valerie, are you seeing someone else?” Her question caught me off guard. “What?” I asked with an awkward c
Chapter 189Valerie Will~•~“Wh ... .what are…..you ... .doing?” I stuttered as I tried to ask a question. “Shhhh.” He placed his fingers on my lips. “Just go with the flow. Remember, you deserve it.” I was too weak to resist. For some weird reason, I had this strong urge to kiss him as he leaned closer. I mean, my mind didn’t want it, but my body wanted it. It was as if the drinks made my body betray me — I was aroused.His hot breath fanned my face, and before I could stop myself, I gave in. His lips claimed mine in a searing kiss, rough and demanding, as though he had been waiting for this moment ever since he met me. My hands trembled, torn between pushing him away or kissing him more passionately. I knew what I was doing was wrong but I couldn’t stop myself. The kiss deepened and his hands began traveling around my body. I hated that I was enjoying it. Soon enough, his fingers were on my clit and I whimpered in response to his touch. “We shouldn’t be doing this. We are j
Chapter 188Patrick Banks ~•~My face twisted in disgust. I pushed Madison away with so much force that she stumbled back against the edge of the bed. “Are you insane?” I snapped, my chest rising and falling rapidly. “I’ve always wanted this? You must be out of your mind.” She was really delusional if she ever thought for a second that I would allow myself to be seduced by her. Even if I were drunk, I wouldn’t even give her a hug. Ever since we ran into each other again, she had been nothing but a menace to my life. And now, she was pulling something like this? I didn’t miss the shock and disappointment in her voice. Her lips parted and she blinked. “Did you just push me away?” She asked as she tried to stand up. I let out a bitter scoff. “Don’t ever try this shit again. Never in your life.” I warned, my voice laced with disdain. Madison stood up and glared at me. “She really has you in a chokehold, huh?” Her voice was barely above a whisper. The funny part was that I didn’t
Chapter 187Valerie Will~•~Damien’s words stuck with me and created doubt in my mind. But I didn’t want to comfort Patrick about it or even end up accusing him of something he didn’t do. But when I saw on the news that he was spotted in Paris with her, I lost my cool. I felt so betrayed and humiliated. I still couldn’t believe he would do something like that to me. The worst part was that he lied when I asked him about it. So much for needing time away from everyone just to clear his head. When in reality, he abandoned his kids to be with his ex-girlfriend. The image of them was drilled into my head. Even if I forced myself to forget it, I couldn’t. And whenever I thought about it, my blood boiled intensely with rage. And I thought about it every second. I just needed to clear my head. My breathing was heavy. I wanted to believe that Patrick was telling the truth, just so I would be okay. But my brain didn’t let me accept it. The image kept replaying in my head. At some po
Chapter 186Patrick Banks ~•~I didn’t even know what to say to Valerie. How could I even defend myself? I shouldn’t have trusted Madison. She knew exactly what she was doing. It wasn’t just a coincidence.Even though I had no idea how she found out about my location, I knew that everything was planned. I had been in Paris for over two days and the paparazzi didn’t take any pictures of me. I’m sure they didn’t even know who I was. But just five minutes with Madison and I was all over the news in New York. Shit, I’m sure it wasn’t any paparazzi. It was just a random person that she had sent. Fury surged through me but I tried my best to mask it. I let out a deep breath, trying to steady myself. “Valerie,” I began slowly. “I know that it looks bad but I promise you, it’s not what you think,” I added, trying to reason with her. I heard her chuckle on the other end of the line. It was clear that she didn’t believe me. “Madison and I didn’t come to Paris together. I met her here