LOGINMilaâs POVâŚWhen I woke up I was no longer in the car but placed comfortably in bed.The last thing I remembered was sitting in the car.I scrunched my eyes with my hand to be sure I was up completely.I noticed how easily I fell asleep. It was almost as if every month had its own unique trait that came with it.I heard water running so I knew Zaden was in the bathroom. I sat up on the bed, searching for my phone to check the time.That was when I noticed the bathroom door was slightly ajar.A habit of Zaden, he doesnât close doors.It was a bit laughable to think someone like him didnât like closed doors.I shouldnât look, I should turn the other way.But with a figure like Zadenâs, it was a hard bit of temptation.He was backing me with his hand on the wall, his muscles flexed beneath the cold shower.I didnât see any steamroll off.The weather wasn't favorable and he still chose to bathe with cold water. My eyes trailed from his back to his ass. This man looked just like a Greek
Zaden's povâŚThe way the pace of her breathing increased with each item the attendant showed us indicated that something was wrong.âI need some air.âBefore I could word a reply, she had already made her way to the exit.I allowed her to leave, but my sixth sense couldn't stop me for more than a minute before I sought after her.âAre you okay?â I placed my hand on the small of her back, stirring her in my direction.I didn't notice there was someone beside her as my attention was completely on her.The person cleared her throat alerting me to her presence, âMr Blackwell,â She stared at me with wide eyes.Mila stepped away from where my hand rested. My hand instantly turned cold as I squeezed it tightly beside me.I recognized the person beside her. She works at ZDN Corp. She must have been at today's meeting as well, but I didnât know her. âMr Blackwell⌠what a coincidence running into you here.â âI didnât know you were close with Mila.â My gaze shifted from her to Mila; she gave
Mila's POVâŚThe weight of our discussion still hovered over me as I went through the files.Zaden's office was not exposed like mine so I couldn't see him working.I spent the remaining hours buried deep in the Russel group case, as I studied their company over the past few years.My mind drifted back to Zaden's last statement.A soft knock jolted me back to the present. âWe have a meeting now, are you ready?âI blinked, âUmm⌠Yes, I am.â I picked up my note from the desk following behind him. Throughout the meeting, I couldnât focus on the topic as I stared at Zaden speak.He didnât spare me a glance, he was in his element. So focused, organized, and from the way he spoke, he commanded so much authority that everyone listened.His aura was palpable throughout the room. âMiss Grayson would take over now, she has a plan for the Russel group acquisition.â I was still so lost in thought, I hadnât realized everyone in the room had turned their attention to me waiting for me to speak.
Mila's POVâŚBarely a minute before his phone beeped, jolting us back to reality.âSorry⌠Sorry.â He stumbled backwards, washing his hands over his face.I cleared my throat, âUhmâŚIt'sâŚokay.âHe waved his phone in the air, âYour clothes are here.ââRight.âAnother awkward silence.âI would go get them.ââOkay,â I answered quickly, biting my lips where his taste still lingered.He left the room as quickly as well.âFuck.â I muttered beneath my breath, running my hands through my hair.He was back in a few minutes with a bunch of bags and boxes.âDid you buy an entire mall?ââI can't buy what I already own, can I?ââNot surprised.ââYou can check them out, see if they fit.â"When I said I needed clothes, I meant regular work clothes.ââThey are regular.ââNo, these are designers.ââWhat's the difference?ââI don't want to walk into your company looking like I screwed my boss for some designers and got knocked up.ââYou did screw your boss, and got knocked up.ââHaha. Not funny and you we
Zaden's povâŚâI won't let anyone hurt you,â I moved closer, closing the gap between us.âI won't get hurtâŚâ â...Is that why you have been distant these past weeks?â She moved backwards, recreating the gap between us.âI didn't want to get you involved. These people are dangerous.â I didn't move again; I just stood, allowing my eyes to study her as I clenched my fist to stop myself from reaching out to her.âNo, you should have told me, you don't get to choose what I can and cannot handle, I am not some fragile doll you keep in a chest, Zaden.â The tone of her voice increased slightly. âDon't go back to the restaurant at least until I have handled this situation.â I pleaded Mila was stubborn, but her safety mattered more. "I would go, what happened to âtightening securityâ?â"It would take at least a month to put maximum security protocols around the restaurant. If we start immediately, it would tip them off that we are scared.ââAnd not showing up, won't?âI sighed, âMila please.â
Mila's pov...My eyes stayed on the words, my body refused to move.My palms dampened as my fingers curled slightly.âYou don't plan on spending the rest of the night here, do you?â Emily called out impatiently as she walked in.I wiped the writing away quickly, my sleeves smearing the letters until they disappeared, before she could come closer."You good?â She asked, her eyes searching mine."Of courseâŚlet's go. I am starving.â I wrapped my hand in hers. I wasn't sure I could've moved on my own; my legs felt hollow beneath me.I smiled widely, though it didn't quite reach my eyes.Cutlery scraped against plates, the kitchen door swinging open and closed as orders rolled in and out.Voices rose and fell around me, but none of them reached me.I was physically present, but my mind was still back at my restaurant; Standing, staring at the words like they might reappear if I blinked.The warning was clear and direct. The message was for me.âMila, Mila, Mila!â At the last call, I repli
Zadenâs POV...Milaâs presence at home was intoxicating and now I get to see her at work too. A sigh escaped my lips as I got ready for work. It was at least better than her being involved with that guy Richard. I was glad my nerves were at an end and I decided to look into him, elseâŚI shivered a
Milaâs POVâŚZadenâs rejection last night stung more than I cared to admit. What did I expect when trying to kiss him? Of course, he wasnât going to welcome it. I blamed myself for reading the meaning into his kiss the day before. I pushed every thought of Zaden from my mind for the rest of the day.
Milaâs POV⌠Zaden turned me towards him, blocking me from the person's view. The person must have only seen my hair, with how fast he turned me. We were still in each other's arms. Anyone who would see us would know we were just doing something intimate. âCanât you see this is the VIP elevator?â
Zadenâs POVâŚâMr Blackwell, Miss Grayson, I would have said good to see you both, but given the situation, I would rather not.â My chest tightened at her words, I was scared for both Mila and the baby. I wrapped her hand in mine, I wasn't sure if it was to calm her down or to relieve myself of the







