Lavender:The crowd was heavy that day. First my stepsisters, and then Igor. And from the looks of it, no one seemed too happy to see me with Easton.I sprinted into the mansion while the two followed me inside.“What were you doing with Easton?” Normani ran until she passed me and stood face to face with me.“He was only giving me a ride,” I replied, trying to sidestep, but Sabrina stood on the side, blocking my path.I don’t know where Easton went—probably went back to check on Nikon.“Oh really? How come he only saw you but never saw us?” Normani moved her head a lot when talking. It was intimidating at times.“Ask Mom. She would tell you where I went and why he might have spotted me.” I tried to get past them, but when they stood tightly together, I realized I needed to put up some kind of fight.“Why can’t you tell us?” Sabrina hissed, arms crossed over her chest.“Because I don’t owe you any explanation.” The look on their faces when I spoke up for myself for the first time shoc
Lavender:“There is something seriously wrong with you,” I said in disbelief, watching him smirk at me.“There is?” he raised his brow, and that confirmation he waited for sounded like a trick.It was as if he wanted me to take back my words. But I wouldn’t.Even when I was genuinely scared of him.“Hmm, well, let's find out what’s wrong with most of us,” he said with a slight grin as he stepped back from me.But the way he walked backward was even scarier, especially when he started rubbing his chin and looking me up and down.“I won’t let you go that easily. You’ll have to do the same for me as you’re doing for your other brothers,” those words made me look away in disgust, and that’s when his laughter made me look back at him.“What? I thought you weren’t doing anything wrong? But your reaction tells me there’s a dirty little secret you’re hiding.”I didn’t say anything to him after that, and he started walking toward the door.I kept having this awful feeling that he’d stop and tu
Igor:I couldn’t believe they were playing behind my back. And obviously, Nikon involved Easton.Did I believe they were sleeping with her?No!Nikon didn’t have it in him to cheat on his fiancée. What a waste of fame and looks he is.So what exactly was Nikon doing?He had to be planning something and had brought Lavender into the picture. The three of them would work together and make money.Lavender was the missing piece in the trio. Easton had to be screwing her, and she must have tried seducing Nikon too.Now I’m not sure if Nikon would give in that easily. That would be a twist.“She is exotic though,” I scratched the back of my neck and locked my bedroom door.I had never felt lonelier. My brothers were having fun without me. I hated how they always left me out.Why?I don’t know.Nikon said I need to do something, I need to work hard.Isn’t your big brother supposed to set the bar high for himself but keep expectations low for you?Couldn’t he give me easier work?What has Eas
Lavender:Taking the black sheets off the wall, snatching my red hair wig, I lay down in my bed after I had tucked away my private stash for good reasons.My heart was heavy with emotions. The friend I thought respected me had made his intentions and thoughts about me and the others clear tonight.I don't know why I was so upset over a person I had never met. He was probably one of those guys who thought they could sleep with me if they acted right.But it was the kind of words he used for anyone who does what I do. It hurt me. The so-called friend turned out to be a liar.He was my biggest tipper and had always said such nice things. We would chat about random stuff, stories of our childhood without revealing much, and I always thought I had a loyal and decent friend.I forced myself to go to sleep and not think about him.The next morning, I had to rush for breakfast. Nikon had made it clear that I wouldn’t skip meals with the family. Even when I did miss two last night, I guess Nik
Lavender:It was night shooting, and I was dressed in a black dress with white lilies. I didn’t wear a sweater that night—it didn’t go well with the look. Even though I knew my sisters were wearing expensive clothes, my thrift store dress looked way better to me. I had curled my black hair and put on a little lip gloss before leaving the attic.While walking downstairs, I spotted Igor standing next to the staircase with a smirk on his face.“Just remember, whatever you’re doing for him—you’ll have to do it for me too,” he said as I passed by.I stopped when I heard his comment.“I’m not doing anything for anyone,” I lied. I was doing a lot for my mother and stepsisters.“Are you sure about that?”There was no way he really believed I was doing something with his brothers. But then why did he keep pushing that idea?I didn’t stop again to argue with him and rushed to meet Easton, who was standing by his car.His manager and a few guards were already around him, so I figured it was bett
Igor:The fact that Easton took them to see his shoot raised red flags in my head. He must be hooking up with Lavender in his van while the others were away.It enraged me.How could they be playing games behind my back?Was that why I was angry—or was it because my own stepsister looked like she’d rather drink poison than speak to me?I remembered the bored look on her face when I stayed at her place. But now, she was all respect and giggles for Easton.They got back home late that night, with Lavender still wearing a jacket from the set.Easton must’ve paid a lot to keep it.But why?What was going on?Why were my brothers suddenly treating her so well?Was there some game happening, and I was the one being left out?“I hope they didn’t bother you while you were shooting,” Nikon said. He always had that respectful tone with Easton.Even though I was the youngest, I felt like I deserved a bit of respect too—and I hated when I didn’t get it.“The two were definitely a handful,” Easton
Lavender:The first day of college was perfect.Easton offered to drop me off at campus. When we pulled into the parking lot, some of the seniors standing nearby were stunned to see Easton dropping me off.He left after I got out of the car, but a huge smile stayed on my lips. Somehow, just being seen with him made me less of a target for the day.“Lavender,” after the first class ended, Professor Lowell called my name, stopping me as everyone else was leaving the room.“Yes?” I walked up to the podium, noticing his fancy watch.He was probably in his early thirties, but he looked so good he could easily pass for a twenty-five-year-old movie star. Blonde hair, blue eyes, a sharp jawline, and a sparkle in his gaze like no other teacher I’d seen.“I like your name,” his compliment caught me off guard.He had commented on it during introductions too.So… had he stopped me just to say it again?“And I loved how you were paying attention in class. If you want extra notes or help, you can t
Lavender:My mother didn’t have anything to say to him. Otherwise, when there was no one to feed me, my mother would scold me for upsetting Normani and Sabrina.“And it’s a shame that you are treating her this way,” Easton continued, causing my mother’s eyes to widen.I didn’t want him to scold her too harshly. At the end of the day, she was a woman who had been hurt and betrayed so much that I understood where she was coming from.“I don’t want to. It’s just that sometimes I remember her father—” my mother was talking when Easton’s little sarcastic laugh silenced her.“And every time something bad happens to Lavender, you just remember her father to justify it?” That was such a straight hit that Normani bit her tongue and lowered her head.“Your trauma is yours, and it is okay for others to try to make you feel better. But nineteen years is a long time to keep hurting someone innocent for something that happened to you. Don’t you see? You’re giving all your attention to one daughter
Lavender:I had come downstairs and sat in the passenger seat of his car, just like he had asked me to, while he was still inside. I was worried someone would see me in his car before he arrived, and it would be another mess.After a while, I watched him come outside in a gray shirt and hop into the driver’s seat.He started the car and drove us to the same abandoned building as before. The minute he parked the car, he unbuckled his seatbelt and then leaned over to do the same for mine.His scent was so strong, his cologne amazing. But I was still reminded of the way he had slept with the other girls the same day.However, once the seatbelt was off, I found him holding my waist to help me out, probably intending for me to sit on his lap.That’s when I realized he was going for a steamy session.“Wait,” I steadily placed my hands on his hands to free my waist. He stopped and set me free, leaning back in his chair, looking so confused as to why I did that.“You gotta tell me what’s goin
Lavender:“You are a fucking liar,” I hissed.I was breathing heavily, losing my mind. My body was shivering so badly that I didn’t know what to do to calm myself down.Reading his text gave me so much anxiety, and instantly, I remembered the words spoken to me by his own brother.Igor!He was right.Easton is a good actor.He had me in the chokehold of his love, and I believed it all.I had my hand on my forehead when I received another text from Easton.E-Tron: Are we meeting today? I’m really excited to see you.I groaned, clenching my fists.My hand flew to my chest as tears started spilling down my face even more. It wasn’t easy at all for me to settle it in my mind that yet another person in my life had played me.E-Tron: What happened? Where did you go? I want to know what time we can meet so I can make reservations for usI was gritting my teeth hard. Reading his text felt like he was reaching through the screen and slapping me hard.I started typing hysterically, writing what
Lavender:I fixed my hair one last time before I was satisfied with how I looked. It was a huge day for me. I was going to meet Easton. I wasn’t sure how he would respond to us being stepsiblings, but I was confident he would find a way to navigate through it—maybe a loophole for his brothers.Honestly, I wasn’t expecting too much from our meet-up when I used to think about it, but now I had a feeling it would escalate to something very intimate. We would be the only ones at the manor, and I was sure he would get closer to me, maybe even too far this time.I smiled at the thought of being under him. His affection would make me feel more alive. But I was a little worried now that I remembered Nikon. Nikon had told me, “One of the rules in the mafia is not to get involved in forbidden love. Never be seen with your friend’s, foe’s, or ally’s spouse or partner. Never catch feelings for someone who is related to you—that includes stepsiblings and a friend’s partner too. And finally, never
Lavender:I instantly deleted the message from both our chats, but his response came as a shock.E-Tron: I read it.I pouted.Levi: No, you didn’t. ;PLevi: If you did, tell me what it was.It was so amazing being playful with him. Our little flirtation would go on for hours usually. There were days when he’d text me nonstop like he was truly interested in me.E-Tron: How about we meet and I say it in your ear? All you have to do is meet me. I’ll knock on the door of your chest, and you’ll ask for the password. I’m sure when I say the right one, you’ll have to let me in.I felt heat rush to my cheeks. Did he really mean it? Was he asking me to meet him?E-Tron: Levi, please don’t hide anymore. I really want to meet you, to see you once.I began to smile ear to ear, hugging my phone. Maybe my life was finally getting better. Even though I had never had anyone love me so dearly, Easton’s love would be enough for me. I’m sure he will compensate for everyone else.Levi: Okay. Tell me when
Nikon:“Did you check your email? I sent you the picture of the man to look out for. He seems to be working with—” I was busy helping Igor learn a little more since he really wanted to be a part of my business but didn’t have any idea where to start.Even when I had given him smaller tasks and he had done them a few times before.“Igor—” The door slammed open, and in came Easton, all teeth bared and eyes glowing with rage. That would be the first time I’ve seen my brother lose his composure.Easton was usually the calm one among us. He was always reasonable and would do things more quietly and steadily.So when he arrived so angrily, I immediately turned my attention to Igor, wondering what he had done this time.“Yo!” Igor smirked, his grin so intimidating. He was leaning back in the chair, one leg over the other.Easton came straight in after he had slammed the door shut hard.“How did you let him do that?” However, he didn’t confront Igor and turned to me, hissing at me.I was caug
Lavender:I came back home happy and all smiles. But my family was waiting on the second floor for me."Where were you? Normani told me you went out with Easton. Why?" My mother had such an angry look on her face that I began to wonder if any excuse I came up with would be enough.It was just that they couldn't stand to see me happy."Umm, he—" I shut up when Normani started touching my hands, trying to check them."What are you doing?" I groaned, slowly pulling away from her."He said he was taking you out to buy books. Where are they?" she asked, her eyes showing how ready she was to lose it."Mom, you know I wanted to go buy some stuff too, but he refused to take me," Normani threw a tantrum, stomping her feet nonstop."Maybe it's not our stepbrother's fault. Maybe Lavender said she wanted to go alone?" As always, Sabrina spoke less but still managed to make my mother even angrier."Did you ask him not to take my daughter along? And where the heck are the books? And why the hell do
Lavender:His fingers assaulted my pussy for a while, and I swear I could tell I was really wet down there."Aren't you curious how my cock might taste?" he whispered and pulled his hand out of my panties, holding his two fingers up and smirking."Look who was all wet down there," he showed me the sticky substance between his fingers and I felt so embarrassed.I turned my face away while he cleaned his fingers, and then a zipper moving down made my heart skip a beat. I turned to him and my eyes landed on his cock sticking out of his pants.I bet he saw the look on my face. I was shocked. It was big and the girth—I didn't even know how it was possible.The head was so big too."You can kiss it," he whispered and my body just acted on its own. I leaned down and gently pressed my lips over his cock. The head of it was so hot and hard that after planting a kiss on it, I couldn't help but gently push the head into my mouth.It smelt and tasted so good.I was perplexed how it was possible.
Lavender:"Not today, Normani. I’ll be quick—just getting her stuff and dropping her home. I can’t take the entire circus with me," he said, trying to open the door behind her, but she didn’t step aside. That made him glare at her.I expected him to take her with us, since I was the only one who’d been weird that night at the set.He probably liked Normani and Sabrina more."That doesn’t make sense. I need stationery too, so it’s not like you’d be taking me somewhere else," she complained, her smile fading completely this time."Normani—do you not see the look on my face? Do I need to remind you that I hate it when someone tries to control me?" he growled at her. Not only did I see her swallow hard, but I also felt his fingers tighten around mine. At that moment, I knew he was already on edge.She stared at him for a while, then turned her gaze to me before awkwardly stepping out of our way.I saw tears forming in her eyes, and I had a bad feeling I’d be confronted by her later.But E
Lavender:“Someone attacked you and you think it doesn’t concern me?” he grimaced, his eyes locked deep into mine.His breathing was uneven, like he was trying to make it seem like he cared. But how could I trust him when he thought so little of me?“It’s okay, Igor took care of it,” I replied, turning my face to the side to avoid giving him the satisfaction of eye contact.“Look at me when you talk, and no! Igor is not the one who will take care of your problems—I will. The fact that you were at the island with him is already making me mad, and now you're saying his name is—” I heard him grind his teeth and breathe so heavily that his breath brushed over my face.It was such a minty-fresh breath that I couldn’t help but look at him, and then at his lips. As he licked them—probably just to moisten them—I bit my bottom lip and looked down.“What did you go with him?” he asked again, leaning forward to see my face.“Nikon dragged me out of my room just to make Igor happy,” I replied, si