ログインMIA’S POVThe sun rays slipped through the blind brushing softly against my skin. My eyes fluttered open, I barely slept last night.My mind replayed every single thing that happened last night over and over again like a loop questions repeating in my mind.Relentlessly Questions like,Why does he affect me this much?What exactly are these feelings that I can’t define?Is he playing with me,why does he keep pulling away every time?I screamed into my pillow, burying my face in it, trying to silence the storm in my head.It didn’t workNothing didAfter a few seconds I pushed myself up, my break from work was over. I need to work, I need to focus on why I was here in the first place. Revenge.The word settled heavy in my heart.But Ethan will be there.My mind was out of control, anxiety creeped again, how was I going to face him after last night.How would I act normal when nothing about this felt normal, would I be able to control this weird feeling.No.I shook my head vigorous
MIAS POVI didn’t move. Not even when the air between us changed. Not even when the warmth of Ethan's presence, so close, disappeared. It took me a moment to realize why.He had stepped back. Deliberately, As if nothing had almost happened. As if I hadn’t felt his breath against my lips just moments ago. My heart was still racing in my chest, betraying everything I wanted to hide. My fingers curled slightly at my sides. Of course, he would be the one to pull away. Ethan Black didn’t lose control. Not even for a second.By the time I looked up, his expression had already turned cold, composed, unreadable. The man who had stood inches from me just seconds ago was gone. He was replaced by someone who saw me as nothing but an investment. “You're distracted.” His voice was calm, flat. As if nothing had happened, My chest tightened.“I’m not,” I replied, maybe a bit too quickly.His gaze sharpened slightly, as if he could see right through my lie. Maybe he could. Maybe he always could
MIA’S POVMorning arrived too soon. I hardly slept. Jason’s voice, his touch, his words lingered like a shadow I couldn’t shake. And worse, my response. Do you still love me? Yes. The word replayed in my mind like a curse. I stared at my reflection in the mirror, my expression unreadable. That wasn’t weakness. I clenched my jaw. That was memory. And memory could be controlled. A knock came at my door. “Miss Mia, breakfast is ready.” I exhaled slowly. Game on. The dining table was already set when I walked in. Father sat at the head, scrolling through his tablet. Mother sat beside him, composed as always. Jason was there too. What was he doing hereAnd Lily. Her eyes found mine immediately. Her smile followed.Sharp. Observing. Calculating. She was observing my moodGood. Let her look. Jason got up and pulled my seat for me, shocked I looked at him, he wore the same smile on his face.I shifted my gaze to Lily, I could clearly see hurt jealousy.I took my seat calmly, s
MIA’S POV I shut the door in get face, hoping she felt it Locked out Shut out I turned around slowly to face Jason, silently mustering courage, the little I had left. I can’t break I won’t break, I kept chanting in my head. Jason had his usual sweet smile on his face, the one he wore whenever he needed something from me Carefully he placed the flowers and chocolate on the dress table. “Mia..” he stuttered, he voice came out soft trembling Pleading Calm Enticing. “Youve been avoiding me Mia” he said his tone low and apologetic just like before. Just like all the times he manipulated me. “Did I do something wrong, my love” he closed the distance between us, his familiar scent hit my nose. The strong, warm, Comforting Calming cologne filled my lungs, my chest relaxed before I could stop it. just like before, just the same way it always did when he got close. “Ever since you went into Ethan’s office, you have been avoiding me” he continued, he reached for my hand and
MIA’S POVI shut the door in get face, hoping she felt itLocked outShut outI turned around slowly to face Jason, silently mustering courage, the little I had left.I can’t breakI won’t break, I kept chanting in my head.Jason had his usual sweet smile on his face, the one he wore whenever he needed something from meCarefully he placed the flowers and chocolate on the dress table. “Mia..” he stuttered, he voice came out soft tremblingPleadingCalm Enticing.“Youve been avoiding me Mia” he said his tone low and apologetic just like before. Just like all the times he manipulated me.“Did I do something wrong, my love” he closed the distance between us, his familiar scent hit my nose.The strong,warm,Comforting Calming cologne filled my lungs, my chest relaxed before I could stop it. just like before, just the same way it always did when he got close.“Ever since you went into Ethan’s office, you have been avoiding me” he continued, he reached for my hand and I let him hold it
MIA’S POVWasn’t working alone?My expression was calm. Surprisingly the news didn’t break my composure.“You don’t seem scared” he put the phone back in his pocket.“Or surprised?”“I am” “just trying to conceal it” I replied.His brows lifted, “your learning” he left a short smile.He closed the space between us, my breath hitched.My voice low but steady“You’re doing a good job”, I replied Slowly he leaned, his hands moved to touch mine.Our fingers touched, sparks ran through my fingers.His voice came softly.“Your debt..” he paused “five thousand has been deducted”My widened, my heart skipped in my chest“The debt?” I had forgotten.I felt relieved, a small smile formed on my lips.I was back at thirty thousand I felt proud and it showed.I looked up at him and i didn’t see the usual cold eyes, I sensed warmth in them.His gaze dropped to my lips, a short stare.GentleFirm.I held my breathe, I bit my lips slightly.I couldn’t help it under his sharp gaze.There was silence







