MAEI take a deep breath, trying to calm my racing heart as the room falls silent. I never thought I had it in me to strike someone, especially not in such a public setting, but Mable's words pushed me beyond my breaking point.Who the hell does she think she is to speak to me in such a manner? "You don't get to talk to me like that," I say through gritted teeth, my voice filled with a newfound confidence. "I won't stand here and watch you insult me."Since my parents' death, I have begun to encounter fools like her trying their best to make my life miserable. It isn't my fault that my aunt went around claiming my dad stole from her when he was alive and that he wasn't even entitled to the wealth he had because he was adopted.My dad never spoke about his family, even after his death I was unable to gather much information about them. So how was I to know? And why do I have to be blamed and suffer for his decisions?Mable glares at me, her eyes burning with rage and humiliation. "You
SINI stand by the door of the bathroom wondering what has gotten into me, why the hell did I just miss her? I am never one to put myself in that position, but just watching her lips move as she talks. There was something sensual about it, an urge to just kiss her and I allowed that urge to consume me. Shaking my head, I clear my throat and brush my hand on my lips wiping her lipstick off. I can still feel her lips on mine, lingering in my mind. It was a moment of weakness, a moment of vulnerability that I hadn't expected to feel.But now, standing outside the bathroom, I can't help but feel regret. I had promised myself that I would keep my distance from Mae, that I wouldn't let my feelings get in the way. But that kiss... It was a mistake.Taking a deep breath, I gather my thoughts and push open the bathroom door. Mae stands there, her eyes wide with shock and confusion. I can see the questions in her eyes, the uncertainty of what just happened between us."Are you done?" I ask, "W
SINAs we reach the car, Ryder steps out quickly and opens the door for Mae and she slides in, still lost in her thoughts. I circle the car and get in while Ryder rushes into the driver's seat and starts the car engine."Home," I order staring at Ryder through the rearview mirror, he nods and drives the car out of the parking lot. My phone suddenly vibrates in my pocket as I reach for my phone to find a message from Ethan.[You owe me.] The message is followed by some pictures of pages from a file.Mr. Winchester's Will, Mae's father.I knew I could count on Ethan, he was good at snooping around, a skill he had learned from me and gotten better at. I would have gotten it done myself but my presence would easily be noticeable. Not to brag, but who would see me in a room and not keep their eyes locked on me?[Thanks.] I reply.The car ride back to the penthouse is unusually silent. I glance over at Mae, she leans on the window looking out lost in her thoughts and I can tell that her mi
MAEI sit up embarrassment taking over me, this is the second time he has walked out on me tonight. My hand slowly retracts as I sit up covering my naked body with the nearby blanket.I run my finger through my hair cursing myself internally for doing that, why? Why did you do that Mae? I thought putting myself out there would make him want to get it over with but he just walked out. Does he hate me that much? Or does he not find me attractive? Am I repulsive to him? Do I disgust him? Was that why he couldn't stand kissing me and now he couldn't even look at me?Tears well up in my eyes as I try to process everything. I wrap the blanket around me tightly, seeking solace in its warmth as the tears welling in my eyes run down my cheeks. "Fuck. You. Sin." I yell cleaning the tears off my cheeks. I said I will never be vulnerable in front of me but I keep going back on my own words. Why? Why Mae? Why do I even care about his opinion of me? Why do I care if he finds me attractive or no
MAEThe next morning I woke up feeling exhausted, beads of sweat clinging to my forehead. I had a dream last night of Sin and Jason fighting over me, the dream was so vivid, that it felt unsettling. I raise my hand yawning deeply and stretching my body. It must have been because of everything that happened last night, that's why I had that weird dream. I rub the back of my neck cleaning my eyes, yawning again. I roll out of bed and make my way towards the window, I am sure the curtains were opened last night before I fell asleep or did I close them, I can't remember. I opened the window slowly, squinting my eyes and the bright sunlight seeped through the tall glass panes, casting a warm glow throughout the room. I look down at the view of the city, it looks so beautiful from up here.Maybe I can get used to waking up like this to this beautiful and quiet view for the time being. My mind suddenly goes to my conversation last night with Jason, I will go to see Lily in the hospital fir
MAEIt doesn't take long when we arrive at the hospital, I insisted on Ryder coming back to pick me up when I was done in hopes of going to Jason without his help but he insisted that it will be best he waited. Not wanting to arise suspicion on my movement, I was forced to agree with him and go into the hospital to meet Lily. "Mae," Lily smiles as I step into the room. She sits up on the bed opening her arms to me, as I rush to her side to give her a warm embrace. "Hey, you are energetic today," I notice as I let go of her planting a kiss on her cheek. "I don't know, maybe its because the doctor reassured me that with the chemotherapy I will get better," she smiles."That's good to hear, I am glad I was able to get the money on time. I can't wait for you to get better, it must be tiring just being in the same spot all day," I say feeling sorry for her. "You will be amazed to find out that the hospital is not so bad," Lily chuckles. "We could go out for a walk using the wheelchair,
MAE"Sin has a brother?" she says, disbelief evident in her voice. "I mean I know he did but didn't expect the brother to be you."Ethan stares at Lily with a puzzled look, "Should I take that as a compliment or should I be worried?" "No, I mean. You look too good to be his brother," Lily confesses."Ah, I see," Ethan's shoulder rises with pride as he chuckles lightly. "Well, it's a small world, isn't it?" he remarks. "Yeah, it really is," I reply, feeling a sense of unease settling in the pit of my stomach. I don't know if it's the fact that Lily is openly flirting with Sin's brother or something else."Please tell me you are nothing like your brother, I heard he is a Playboy. Is that your thing as well?" Lily blurts out."Lily," I caution her, surprised by her words.Lily lifts her head to stare at me. "What? I am just asking."Ethan's brows knit together, a hint of irritation clouding his features. "I'd rather not discuss my personal life with you," he states firmly. "It was nice
MAEJason's eyes flicker with a hint of amusement as he leans back in his chair. "Ah, straight to the point I see," he says with a chuckle. "Well, Mae, let's just say that your aunt and I go way back."My curiosity piques, and I lean forward slightly. "How far back?" I ask.Jason's smile widens, and he steeples his fingers in front of him. "Your aunt is a friend to my mum," he replies, his gaze never leaving mine. "We have been family friends for quite some while."A sense of unease washes over me as I try to piece together the puzzle. How is that possible? I mean it's possible but how did I not know this? "You said you had something to tell me about my aunt, was this it?" I press, my voice laced with frustration hoping I didn't waste my time coming here.Jason's expression turns serious, and he leans forward, his elbows resting on the table. "Your aunt came to us when your parents died, she wanted to make a deal with us," he says, his voice low and intense.My heart races as I stare