Selene extended her hand and took the bag from the beautiful lady, it contained her belongings after all. When she moved toward the door, she realized she had erred.
“Where’s my car?” The thought suddenly hit her, and she stood frozen at the spot, probing her memory for answers, albeit in futility.
When she brought out her phone to book a taxi, she noticed there were no vehicles near the place. Peak Grooves was a private property on the outskirts of town after all.Even though other homes were being built at the moment, only one luxurious mansion stood at the peak of the hill. It was Declan’s house, a place that overlooked the bustling city of Bloomsbay.
Selene only wished to get away from this seemingly dangerous man, as everything that transpired between them was still fresh in her mind. It was the same reason why she resorted to being harsh toward him since she woke up.“Boris would take you home and only leave when you are safely indoors. For your car keys, you’ll find them hidden in the flower vase in front of your apartment.”Declan calmly spoke from behind, earning a confused look from Selene.
What he couldn’t say, however, was “I hope you stay indoors for the next few days.”He had his reasons and hoped she wouldn’t find out from someone else. He was about to open up to Selene about the problem at hand, even though he was almost through with handling it.
However, the car soon arrived, and Selene opened the back door, sliding into it as if escaping from someone.
As Boris drove her toward her home, he noticed that her eyes were tightly shut, an indication that she wasn’t willing to be disturbed.He couldn’t stop himself from wondering why his boss would call him so early in the morning, just to shop and take the young lady home.
He was rather glad that a love story was brewing between the two.
The drive was relatively quiet, with Selene’s memory being filled with nothing but the events of the previous night.[Ring!][Ring!][Ring!]As much as she wished everything would remain in the past, so she could move on without any difficulty, her phone suddenly rang, jolting her from her wishful thoughts.She earlier spotted some missed calls, but just wasn’t in the mood for any long explanations, hence, she only wanted to get home first. The other things could follow later.
After she ended the call with her parents, the only statement that was stuck in her head was, “Come home this instant!”A frustrated sigh escaped from her, and she did nothing to hide it. Right now, she regretted her hasty decision from last night, knowing fully well that someone had tactfully set her up.
The only person that came to her mind was, “Declan! Well played, Declan!”The baffling issue was that, Selene didn’t know how far the problem had gone, neither could she tell what Declan actually did. She was initily thinking that her parents were angry because she wasn’t at the airport to pick them up.The driver was suddenly worried about the coldness she exuded. She transformed from a demure and fragile young lady to someone he didn’t wish to describe.All the same, he knew it was his responsibility to do his job, and he need not meddle. The least he could do was to report about the trip to the boss.
Selene soon got down from the car as if she was a zombie, and carefully walked through the gates of the mansion without even bothering to shut the door.[Wannabe model applies the old rules for fame] [Upcoming actress hooks up with a married man for roles.][What is the industry turning into? So young, yet so black-bellied.][She came with a fire; newbie beats Coco for a role in the movie, ‘Targets’][At least she gets to enjoy the guy and the money.]One damning entertainment reportage after another was displayed on the television screen, with presenters and show hosts doing everything possible to paint her as the evil child who snatched food from the mouth of the B-list celebrity, Coco Powell.One glance and it was obvious there were invincible hands at play. However, Selene could swear that the only person who could benefit from this was none other than Declan, the bastard. “You’ll pay for what you’ve done, Declan. I swear I won’t forgive you.”Selene could see the photograph being projected on the television screen. She was clinging onto Declan as if her life depended on it, and the man in return snaked his arms around her waist in a compromising stance.The picture was so tactfully edited that the man’s face was blurred, and impossible to make out. Hers, on the other hand could be recognised even in the dark.She couldn’t believe he would go this far when she never wronged him in any way.
The atmosphere in the sitting room was stifling silent, her parents staring at the screen in sheer shock. It was clear their attention wasn’t on the television, yet, their gazes were locked on it.Selene slowly picked up the remote and decisively turned off the television. She could spot some servants huddled in a far corner, a huge pillar separating them from the sitting room where everyone was. They then scurried in various directions after being exposed.“Dad…” There was no response, as her father only buried his head between his palms. He didn’t know what to say, neither did he know how to react.Selene could see how hurt her father was, but she didn’t know what to say to soothe his aching heart.
“Dad… I know it seems terrible, but I can explain.Dad, just say something, please… Anything, dad. I promise I can explain… I… I…”Selene noticed the subtle movement of her father’s eyelids, even though he still looked to be in a daze.However, he wanted to hear whatever explanation she had for him. She had been spoiled rotten by Christopher Davies, who adored his child so much that he worshipped the ground on which she stepped.
It was her mother’s rationality that shaped Selene into the woman she was today.
Even now, he wanted to hear what she had to say, yet, Selene wasn’t making it possible to believe her.When he noticed he couldn’t hold in his anger and disappointment anymore, Christopher stood abruptly, not caring about the young lady who had thrown her upper body onto his right thigh.
Selene was crying a river, witnessing first-hand how her carelessness has affected her father. She watched silently as her body plopped onto the luxurious woolen carpet, the words, “I can explain,” still on her lips.“Was this why you didn’t want me to introduce you to the public?Selene, is this what you’ve been up to?”The agonized voice of her father sounded in her ear, his eyes bloodshot. He then turned around briefly and asked in a firmer tone,
“Is this why my daughter never wished to be seen in public with me? How long have you been planning this, Selene?”
She had no words to defend herself, as she felt that anything she said would be too ridiculous to believe.Selene watched her father climb the stairs toward his room, each step heavier than the previous one.
When she finally thought about running after her father, her mother’s words sounded behind her, compelling her to remain rooted to her spot.“Who was it?”Tara Anderson fired at her daughter, without the slightest care for her current state of mind. When Selene refused to acknowledge her, she spat meaningfully,“I could never tell that the silver screen meant more to you than your dignity and your family.”
She then walked past the young lady, going toward the direction of her husband.“Don’t do it, Selene.You will regret this by tomorrow morning.”Chloe’s words stabbed into Selene’s chest like needles, and she just couldn’t get it out.She coiled herself into fetal position, her hands securely hugging her knee as she lay sprawled on the floor.“You will cease to be a member of this family if you as much as walk past a filming venue again. Mark my words.” With this, Tara also stormed off, leaving Selene behind.If she had taken a look behind, she would have noticed that her daughter wasn’t in good shape at all.However, both parents were angry with her for remaining silent, which only confirmed the allegations, no matter how badly they tried to look the other way.
Selene’s tears flowed like a broken tap, regret being the most common word etched on her mind.“I regret it so much, Chloe.You were right.”...To be continued...“And where do you think you’re going, young lady?” Tara’s voice sounded behind her, as Selene passed through the dining hall toward the door. She had on a blue armless, flowery dress that reached up to her ankle, which she matched with a white pair of flats. The dress had beautifully printed flowers of different kinds on it. Even though it was a loose-fitting gown that she carelessly picked from her wardrobe, it highlighted her youth and made her appear as an innocent and demure young lady. The style was such a sharp contrast to the business-like attires she always donned for her classes. She really looked worn out and exhausted. The insults and memes online didn’t treat her well at all, and she seemed to be in a lot of pain. Selene didn’t have any energy left in her, but she still chose not to miss school for two days in a row. Tara, however, wasn’t having any of it. In her mind, Selene has lost the right to be regarded as a prim and proper lady. A certain displeasure stemmed from
“Helen Smart, you will hear from my lawyers soon enough!” The bold declaration got everyone startled, and many were wondering if there was going to be real trouble, or if they were just trying to scare the young lady. Meanwhile, they all averted their gazes from the speaker, as they feared they may likely be sued for merely staring too long, or too much. Selene looked over her shoulders and surprisingly spotted Chloe walking toward her in quick strides. She looked exhausted, and she could only wonder if her family treated her as badly as her situation was back home. No soothsayer was needed to show the fatigue on Chloe’s face. Chloe wore blue jeans that were slightly ripped at both knees and her white shirt was neatly folded and tied at her back. To match her look, she wore a black kick from DG. Selene squinted her brows subtly at the realization that her friend was dressed in everything DG, from head to toe. When she finally realized where her mind took her at the sight of the des
“Oh yeah, Selene,” Chloe suddenly burst out while smiling sheepishly. “Professor Brent wanted to see you. To think that’s actually why I stepped out of the lecture hall briefly, ha!” She then sipped some water to ward off the awkwardness, only to see a confused look marring her friend’s make-up-caked face. She could tell from a glance that Selene’s thick make-up was to hide her eye bags. However, she still feigned oblivion and remained silent about it. “And you’re only telling me now?” Chloe could only give a smile that looked more like she was crying, causing her friend to chuckle in amusement. Selene asked in a low voice, sloppily leaning into the chair. If anyone should ask her, she would say she didn’t wish to see the Professor, because she could already guess what his reason for summoning her could be. However, she felt that there was no need to pull Chloe into her numerous problems. After all, she had her own problems to worry about. “Well, I guess I should go and see him
“Who the he*k are you peo…?” Professor Brent blurted out in shock, seeing how bad his situation suddenly looked. He thought he could intimidate them with his authority, but when he saw the way they were dressed, a cold shiver suddenly ran down his spine. He was momentarily stomped and remained in the same kneeling position over Selene’s paralyzed body. If he had not planned all this alone, he would have believed that she planned it to humiliate him. [Pa!!!] A combination of blood, saliva, and a few teeth flew across the room as Declan landed a heavy blow on Professor Brent’s jaw. A cracking sound was eerily released in the quiet room before the force pushed him to the floor, where he immediately passed out due to the immense pain. The older man fell on his back, his erect rod sticking out before him awkwardly. It was such a funny sight to behold, and Declan’s men didn’t waste any time before capturing the embarrassing situation at once. Declan quickly crouched beside Selene, pu
***Violent sexual content ahead.Proceed with caution*** ~~~Grand Lumen Hotel~~~A young lady arrived at the seven-star hotel that many celebrities could only see in magazines and on the news. For some, the closest they could ever get to the establishment was to walk by and wait to cross the road at the zebra crossing, right in front of the hotel.A young lady could be seen walking animatedly toward the receptionist. It was no secret that her ridiculously tall heels were too uncomfortable on her. She had a lot of makeup on, with a peach dress that accentuated her body figure excellently. As a hub for famous personalities, one may be forced to believe that she was a rookie celebrity who was here to see a big shot. Many unspoken rules are established behind the hundreds of rooms in the Grand Lumen Hotel, but none ever gets leaked to the press. The staff are top-notch, tight-lipped even, as they were all made to sign confidentiality agreements on the first day of work.“Hello,” The ti
“Tara Anderson!!!” Christopher bellowed uncontrollably. He couldn’t believe that the sweet young lady who was all over Selene, showering her with so much love and attention could say this about her. They both adored each other, and he needed no soothsayer to tell him that. “What could have changed so much within a few hours?” Christopher pondered. When Selene’s mother abandoned her on Christopher Davies, she was only a week old. Her mother never bothered about how she was cared for, and it took her a decade to ask about her daughter for the first time. At Christopher’s lowest point, Tara was there for him, caring for Selene as though she was her own child. As a result, everything she said right now couldn’t confuse him any more than it already had. “Tara, I never told you this, but her mother reached out when Selene was ten. She wanted to get to know her daughter and bond with her. Do you know what little Selene told me when I asked for her opinion?” Christopher asked in a calm
“Selene…” Selene heard what Declan said about no women being able to take the place of his deceased girlfriend, though she couldn’t tell that Maya was no more. She only realized that the person meant the world to him. It was surprising how her world seemed to spin at the words of the older man who she should have forgotten by now. However, those words made her feel worthless and self-conscious. She was the one who told him that everything they had was nothing but a fling, but when she heard it coming from him, it was too painful to bear. She turned around and went back to Declan’s bedroom, the same place she found herself after losing her virginity to him. Oddly, this time around, the bed seemed more comfortable than her bed at home. “Selene,” Declan quickly caught up with her and called her name once more. He didn’t know what to say, as he could tell that his words had hit a nerve. “How are you feeling? Are you okay?” His mild voice sounded after he had calmed himself down. H
“What the heck!Are you saying I’m going to be an uncontrollable sex freak from henceforth?You mean I will be controlled by my libido, and not my head?”Selene asked in frustration. She then blurted out once more, “How is that better than dying?” Her tears began to flow once more, and Declan couldn’t utter a single word. In his arms, Selene cried bitterly, while he stroked her back soothingly. It was such a picture-perfect sight to behold.“This is all Sunny’s fault. He dumped me for another girl on my birthday, and I decided to finally get laid. Chloe told me not to do it. She said I’d regret everything, but I didn’t believe her.Declan, my life is ruined. I ended up as a guinea pig.” She mouthed inaudibly.[Woohoo!]She was uncontrollable, but the problem was not one they could solve by crying. The only thing that made Leo a little happy, despite the young girl’s plight, was that the two would finally sort out their feelings and get to understand how much they love each other.He