A tiny smile graced my lips as I admired my reflection on the full length mirror. I was donning a simple suit complimented with a bow tie. I ran my hand through my short hair so it fell in a wavy fashion. I usually had no interest in attending wedding ceremonies but this one in particular was special. The only thing I hated was the bandage tape on my face. My phone rang in my pocket and my smile faded noting the caller ID. “Ariel,” I answered. “Were you never going to return my calls? I sent you texts but apparently you’ve been doing a very fine job ignoring them. I visited but your guards wouldn’t even let me enter. I’m your girlfriend for goodness sake! What did I do wrong Ash?! What—“ her voice trailed off and I knew it was tears that were certainly going to follow. “You know better that I’ve been busy. A lot has happened over the past few weeks, I could have lost my life or been in jail—“ “I know! I know, but couldn’t you have said something? Ash I don’t know why but these da
“I think this marriage frenzy thing is making you assume things,” I said, “I only brought Autumn with me so my bed won’t be left cold tonight.” She peered suspiciously at me for a while and then smiled. “How is Leon?” “Fine.” “And work?” “Fine too.” She hummed while I downed my champagne hurriedly. “Looks like so much has been happening over there. So much you’re refusing to talk about.” I exhaled deeply.“Ash,” “Today is a joyous occasion. Your day. And I don’t want to ruin it by talking about the affairs of New Orleans.” She shrugged. “I think I’ve already had my fill of today. Let’s deal with you.” “Now you’re sounding like a therapist.” “I am your therapist,” we both chuckled for a brief moment and then I stared into the sky, making shapes with the stars. “It's hellish,” I started in oblivion, “after the old man died, handling the gang and the daily hurdles that came with it was killing more than I imagined,” I sighed. “I’m afraid my father may have picked the wrong per
“Phillip is not that guy for me,” Skye mumbled as she slid her ear piece into her white purse. “But he’s a good guy,” I remarked while I was seated before the mirror, gently combing my long red hair. “I know,” she rolled her eyes whilst approaching me. “He’s a nerd with a big heart, has a nice smile, he’s financially okay too but then he doesn’t have that spark I’m looking for.” She gestured while I squinted my eyes at her. “And just what type of spark are you looking for Skye?” “A touch of wildness, I want a guy that’s wild, risky enough to give me that crazy thrill,” she explained with so much passion that I couldn’t help but chuckle. Skye has never been shy of the fact that she’s always wanted a bad boy but I could never understand her love for them. “You should stop leading him on then, the poor guy is going to think he can score a chance with you.” I replied while I gently wrapped lipstick around my lips. “I wish I could but then he’s entertaining in a way, so I’m just gonn
“What do you want Mr. Ash?” Professor Maxwell blurted, he was probably in his mid forties and new to New Falls. His countenance didn’t even bother hiding how much he hated my presence as I stepped into his office. I smirked while I sat before his desk. “I never asked you to sit.” His tone hardened and I scoffed, crossing my legs over his desk. He glared at my boots and back at me. “Get out before I call the security on you.” “Which security? The one I own?” My left eyebrows arched upwards in pride and he grunted. “What do you want, young man?”“Nothing much. I just came to greet my lecturer for the wonderful score he gave me in my test.” I toned with a heavy dose of sarcasm. “Well if you call an F a wonderful score then thank you.” He retorted while I pulled out some fat wad of cash from my right pocket. I tossed it on his table. “You know what to do Maxwell,” I said while I arose. “First of all, you will address me as Professor Maxwell and secondly, I’m not like the other lec
“Ash gave you his number?!” Skye almost screamed as we threaded on the road leading to New Falls gate. “Yeah,” I nodded like a child and her eyes further widened. “Are you kidding me right now?!” “I’m not lying!”“I know! It’s just crazy. I mean do you even know who that guy is?!”“Oh please,” I rolled my eyes. “Isn’t he like the famous number one guy of New Falls blah blah blah,” “You idiot! His fame is beyond that. Ash Luxton is like one of the underground kings of New Orleans. It’s hard to come in contact with that guy let alone give you his number!” “I guess I’m lucky,” I smiled, recalling those amber eyes of his. “Lucky? That guy is bad news, Autumn.” I sported a quizzical look. “He’s into gang shit and stuff, I know I love bad boys but Ash, Nah that’s where I cross the line. You get entangled in his life and you could literally be buying yourself an exclusive ticket to heaven. Besides, he has a girlfriend, Ariel,” I gasped, that wannabe queen of New Falls was his? Why d
Six pm came far too late. Or maybe it was because I spent most of the time thinking about my outfit if it was good enough. I had changed into my black top and blue Jeans coupled with my Nike sneakers. My heart was thumped hard as my eyes glued to my watch showcasing six on dot. I wasn’t even sure why I agreed in the first place but hopefully it would be fun. I tied my hair into a messy bun before stepping out of the restaurant and voila! There he was leaning on his red Lamborghini Aventador, he was dressed in a red bomber jacket, an ash top and jeans complemented with black Chelsea boots. He waved at me with a tiny smile painting that sexy face of his. I exhaled deeply before proceeding to his side. “I was certain it was a yes.” He muttered. “Don’t get too full of yourself, a little spicing to my long day would be much appreciated.” “I won’t disappoint,” “So where are we headed?” “To the bowl, a couple friends invited me over.” “Alright then,” I smiled and was about to walk over
“Autumn!” I called as I jolted awake immediately, looking around only to see my friends laying in their pool of blood.“Rico!” I gasped seeing as he was struggling to grasp his breaths. I quickly crawled to his side, trying to stop the blood flowing from his side. At the same time the sounds of NOPD sirens blared. I looked at the entrances and six cops quickly rushed in with the short police chief, Alston. “I need an ambulance!” I yelled while Alston quickly naked the call as he reached us. “What happened?” He asked but my mind was too preoccupied to even think about an answer. It didn’t take long for the ambulance to arrive and soon they took Rico and the others away. I felt so much rage scorching my insides like brimstone fire as I watched the scenery. Just like that, I had lost two of my friends. My palms curled and my teeth gritted. Whoever did this was definitely going to pay ten times. “Are you injured?” Alston asked, referring to my blood drenched clothes. Only then did I re
Chapter 06 “Yes, Alston,” I said as I picked up my phone in a lazy manner.“I’ve got updates on your guy.” He said and I sat up on my bed immediately. “Name?” I quoted icily and he sighed. “Name, Alston,” I demanded. “We found out that one of those men has been closely related with the Mayor in recent months. We have pictures that can prove that, apparently he’s working as one of the bodyguards.” “Why would Mayor Hemsorwth try to kill me? He and my father used to have a very good relationship.” I growled. “I don’t know but it will certainly be dragging a lot of attention if I bring him in for questioning and I don’t want that. So you know what to do. Handle your shit with him and don’t do anything out of proportion.” He replied and my palm curled. “You’re trusting the wrong guy to handle this matter. I might end up killing him, Alston.” “I know you’re not stupid.” He replied and I cut the call. I ran my hands through my low cut hair in a frantic manner and then stared at the wa