KAYLA POVThe morning felt strange as I couldn't feel myself at the moment. It was as if I got disconnected from something, but the reality is that I don't know what. The betrayal of Hunter still floods my mind as I have to live with it for the moment. I didn't feel as sleepy as I used to, so I progressed into the day's activities. Preparing to work was my top priority as I got dressed and left for work. In no time, I was at the gate of Benta's & Co. I settled the cabman and moved towards the reception hall. The usual person wasn't in his position. There, I kinda miss Hunter amidst the betrayal. I couldn't think about it much because the production team is my priority. They have to create custom-made jewelry for an already signed contract. The work of the Human Resources department also temporarily dwells with me since a new head hasn't been appointed. A lot of work bulged within me as I had to deliver my best while maintaining my mental health. Since I couldn't get my usual greet
KAYLA POV He stood there looking repentant, but I saw something else. All I saw was a beast in sheep's clothing who had deceived me for years. From my foolish perspective, I had fallen for the tricks all these years. "Please, I am so sorry for causing all this trauma to you," Lucas said as he sat down, looking up at me. "But why?" "After the declined proposal, my heart was still beating for you, but you didn't notice it. I tried to make you understand, but it was of no avail," he paused and looked at me. "But the moment that broke my heart was when I saw you with the CEO." I froze as I heard that statement. During my relationship with Lucas, we agreed that it would be under the nose of the general public, or my mother in particular. But I didn't realize that Hunter had seen what we tried to hide. "I was instantly green with envy and jealousy that I acted out in a bad way. I am so sorry that my actions turned out this way, affecting you afterwards. Please forgive me," he
KAYLA POV The name "Hunter" is one of the names I least expected to be this mastermind. Since I met him during our interview, he checked up on me countless times. Due to this complicated affair with Lucas, I would have said yes to his proposal. Countless thoughts ran through my mind and pierced my subconscious. I ran as fast as I could to locate a restroom. I finally found one at the end of the corridor and moved in swiftly. I locked the door from inside and sat on the toilet slab, crying. The emotions had been caged inside since the day I saw the installed cameras in my apartment. I couldn't imagine that the person who had been with me could perpetrate this scandal. It was so heavy that my head felt too heavy to lift. His sweet words and daily greetings blinded me to the truth of his real personality. Was Her Royal Highness merely a mockery? Who exactly is he? The questions kept coming. I wept loudly, reminiscing about this sudden betrayal. Meanwhile, my mother and Lucas we
KAYLA POV A slight headache woke me as I found myself in my childhood fantasy room. I was immediately taken back to several years ago when my father would open the door to greet his princess. Even if I was fully awake, I would pretend to be asleep so that he would come in properly. Those days were behind me, and I woke up to the current reality. He was no longer here, and I had to live with it. I clearly remembered that Lucas and my mother had gone into the same room while I opted for mine. Probably, they had their own moments. After my father's death, my mother had become this classic flirt. Whatever happened there, I decided not to care. A gentle knock interrupted my world of imagination. The door slowly opened as Lucas stepped inside. "Hey, you are awake," Lucas said as he strolled into the room. "Yeah, I just woke up not long ago," I replied, my sleepy eyes struggling to stay open. "We'll be going back to the station, and your mother will tag along," he a
KAYLA POVI couldn't expect that the property agent whom I least expected would be involved in this case. From my meeting with him, he displayed his kind and sweet personality which I thought was a spec. There I saw the true mode of character impersonation. "We'll do this the hard way or in an easy way. Your cooperation will decide it" Detective Joe said as he returned his handgun to his pocket. "So be it", Mike responded as he poured spit in our direction amidst the pain. Detective Joe rushed out at him but I held his hands. From that act, I guess Detective Joe was at his loose end. The action from Mike earlier made Lucas rush out of the car. With that, I was already stressed as I felt its weight on my shoulder. "Why did you do this and who is your accomplice?" Detective Joe asked as he dragged Mike from the ground. "Kiss my ass to get such information", he said while laughing maniacally. The echoes of that laugh pierced deep into my soul as I tried to process reality. During t
KAYLA POVChecking my time, I realized that it was a bit late. I guess we spent a lot of time in the questioning room. I didn't understand what moved Lucas to be this fast but I had to flow with the rhythm. We branched to a familiar office and it was the Superior officer's office. I didn't understand why he came over here but I had to trust him. We greeted each other and the courtesy was maintained as usual. He offered us seats and we obliged. "One of your prisoners, Dave has supplied information which I'll need his presence to fish out the culprit. So I'll request your permission to take him on that tour", Lucas plained stated his intent to the superior officer. "Naturally, this request usually follows protocols but I'll break it since you are my friend", the Superior officer warmly gave his response. "Am grateful", Lucas gave his final response as he stood up and had a handshake with the Superior officer. I was just watching the whole conversation as I refused to say a word. I e