Marietta’s POV“I…” I paused when I felt Aiden’s hand slip into my clothes from behind.“Michael,” I heaved a sigh as my body trembled under Aiden’s touch.“Leave,” I commanded. I have a lot of issues going on around me. And Michael showing up again would only make me go mad. “No,”“I don’t have a choice then,” I replied, signaling to my guards.“Take him out,” I lashed, and quickly, my bodyguards surrounded him, leaving him no chance to come close.“Seriously?” He scoffed before staring back at Aiden angrily. “Michael, you need to leave.” “Are you going to deny that he’s way too young for you? Are you really going to date a man who is younger than you are? What does that make you? A cougar?” Michael scoffed.“It’s my life, and I’ll live it however I please,” I lashed. Signaling to the guards, I turned my back and left with Aiden. Just as we closed the door behind us, Aiden pulled me closer, forgetting that Bella was still in with us.“Why didn’t you use the costume I sent to yo
Marietta’s POVI was about to take a step backward when I tripped on my heels and fell backward.Aiden was quick to grab me behind, and pulled me to himself, causing me to come face-to-face with him.His ragged breath fanned my face, and for a moment, I got lost in his eyes.The other night, I was too drunk to notice his blue emerald eyes. But getting much more closer to him–I’d agree that he was one of the most handsome Greek gods I’ve ever met.How could someone have all this beauty? His blonde hair complimented his blue eyes. Not to talk of his tiny nose, and his well-shaped face with his thin lips. I was about to push him off, but he wouldn’t even let go of me. Suddenly I felt so hot, just like I had felt back in the Hollywood Premier hall upon seeing him. I could barely concentrate as the memories of the other night kept playing in my head.“T–thanks,”“Mmmm…” “Can we discuss business now?” I stuttered, trying to lose his grip on me.“Seriously?” He said, tossing some hair off
Marietta’s POVI took a step back, my eyes never leaving Bella. She was visibly more excited now, wiping tears from her face with trembling hands. I caught the silent words on her lips: “Say yes.” My hands fumbled anxiously at my fingernails as I struggled to steady myself. Aiden’s gaze stayed locked on mine, unwavering, intense. I let out a shaky sigh, searching for the right words. “What if—” I began, my voice barely a whisper.“Let me handle the puzzles that come with the 'if,' Etta,” he cut in gently.“But what if—” I tried again, my heart pounding.He pulled me closer, his voice low and steady. “Trust me — there won’t be any buts when you say yes to me,” he said, his eyes searching mine. “I want to be part of your world, Etta. I’ll be everything you need me to be. Just give me the chance to heal your wounded heart.”With every word, my heart raced faster, pounding against my chest. I knew without a doubt that he was madly in love with me — that much was clear. What I co
Michael’s POVDonovan and I had never had to do anything forbidden except for the kiss. I had always been the one stopping us, because I still can’t get Marietta off my mind.Lately, my mind has been so messed up that I can’t even think of the politics coming right in front of me.“Boss,” Donovan called, but I was so lost in thought.“Michael,” he reached out, placing a kiss on my lips.I jolted out of my thoughts, pushing Donovan off quickly. I’ve been meaning to talk to him about this stuff going on between us, and I feel now is the time. “Donovan–”“Marietta escaped,” he cut in.For a moment, I thought I had heard wrongly. I turned towards Donovan before saying. “Are you sure about what you are saying?”“Yes,” Donovan answered, his eyes lingering on mine. “Who saved her? I mean, how did she escape?” I stuttered, staring at Donovan right back.I clenched my fists, fear tightening in my chest as my heart raced.“A young man named Aiden Hale saved her,” someone said.“Aiden Hale?”
Marietta’s POVEverything in me went still. I couldn’t move. I couldn’t breathe.“What?” I whispered.She didn’t repeat it. She didn’t have to. I’d heard it loud and clear.I’ve just been in the hospital bed for two months, and Aiden has moved on?“How is that ever possible? How could he move on so quickly?” I whispered, crashing to the cold floor. “That’s because he forgot about you after the accident,” Bella whispered.I blinked back the tears in my eyes, letting myself know that I hadn’t seen Aiden.He hasn’t refused me yet. “He said he loved me,”“I know,” Bella answered.I slowly got back to my feet and tried to make my way out when I stumbled on the doctor.“Is everything okay? Miss Etta? Miss Bella?” The doctor questioned, looking confused.“Yes, doctor. Thanks for the help. I’m better now.” I nodded, faking a smile.“Bella, can we leave now?”“Wait. You need to see the pharmacist downstairs and get these medicines. It’s for Miss Etta,” the doctor said, handing over a white pa
Marietta’s POVSlowly motioning towards us, I turned to face Bella, who nodded her head in approval.“I’ll sort this out,” I said.As I watched Bella take Aiden inside, I heaved a sigh. I blinked back my tears multiple times.“I know what you did, Michael,” I started.I stared at him, but he seemed to be staring at the door. The entrance where Bella and Aiden had passed a few minutes ago.“Is there something you have to say to me, Michael Whitmore?” I said beneath my breath.I swallowed hard, my eyes leaving his at every point in time. I cannot believe how far I have come just because of the love I had for this man who never, for once, loved me back.But now, he wanted me back all of a sudden. “You are not safe here, Marietta.”“Why?” I questioned anxiously.“Is that why you’ve come?” I asked, staring at him.“Y–I mean no. Marietta,” he came at me, trying to hold me by the hand. “Listen to me–”“No, you listen to me!” I yanked my hands off him, trying to keep my voice down.“Look aro