002: leaving without introduction

Anethiasia’s POV

The warm light brushes my face. It felt really nice. The warm light was so gentle, I frowned and moved my body a little, my head ached lightly, I struggled to open my eyes,Everything felt heavy, slow, like my body was still asleep while my mind floated somewhere else.

Through the tinted glass, I saw someone standing outside the car. A tall familiar figure. Looks Like he’d been there all night. I tried forcing my eyes to focus.

“Lucas?” I whispered, Just then I noticed something heavy across my waist.Turning to the side, And froze, A strange man lay beside me on bare chest, strong shoulders and a calm face. He was breathing slowly and peacefully, without noticing his environment. My heart slammed against my ribs. “Oh God…” I said.

I pinched my arm hard trying to wake myself from this dream. “Ouch.” Panic surged up my throat. I quickly slapped a hand over my mouth, forcing the scream back down. I couldn’t afford to wake him up, I couldn’t let him see my face, that’s The last thing I needed now is scandals.

Memories of last night rushed back in flashes, those eyes, blurred voices, heat, a deep voice that wasn’t Lucas’s, hands that didn’t hesitate.My chest tightened immediately. “Shit…! did I..?” I whispered. “I thought it was Lucas.” I pressed my fingers to my forehead. “I really thought it was him.” I sat up slowly, staring at the stranger like he might disappear if I blinked, He was… unfairly handsome, The kind of handsome that can make you skip.

My eyes traced him before I could stop myself. Smooth skin. Strong lines. Relaxed even in sleep.“Stop,” I muttered. “This is not the time.” Just then I realized I was completely naked. Thank God the windows were tinted. I reached around carefully, grabbing my dress and slipping it on as quietly as I could. My hands shook as I picked up my heels. I didn’t even know his name. What would he think if he woke up? Would he think I was easy? Reckless?

But that didn’t matter right now. I eased the door open and stepped out of the car.The cool air hit my skin, Lucas stood nearby.He stood up right when he saw me, his eyes scanning me quickly. They looked Tired and Sharp. Like he hadn’t slept, He’d been here all night.

He stepped aside and gestured toward our family car parked near the gate. I wasn’t surprise how he found me. Lucas always knew where to find me,As I walked toward him, my body felt heavy. My legs felt weak and my back sore.

“Mom is going to kill me,” I sighed quietly.Lucas gave me a glance

“Young Madame,” he said gently, “perhaps you should cover your neck.”

“Cover… my neck?” I whispered, I pulled out my small mirror.And was shocked at what I saw.Dark marks bloomed across my skin,Everywhere.“What the hell…?” I quickly wrapped a scarf around my neck, my hands trembling.

“Holy God”.I shot one last angry glance back at the car. “He’ll pay for this,” I muttered. “If I ever see him again.” We drove back to the mansion in silence, The moment I stepped inside, I headed straight for the stairs.

“Where were you all night?” My mother’s voice stopped me.

I turned slowly.“I was out,” I said flatly.

“Out doing what?”

I didn’t answer. I just looked at her, She sighed, rubbing her forehead in frustration “Go rest. I’ll have something prepared for you.”

Relief washed over me,But not for long before My mind betrayed me with the memories of last night, the hands movement, how they felt in my skin. Ohhh… Yoo-hoo I wanted it again.

“That man messed with my head,” I muttered. “I didn’t even get his name.” I rushed into the bathroom and turned the water cold. Pulling off my dress I glanced at the mirror my reflection stared back at me, Marks everywhere, my Neck. Shoulders. Thighs. “What kind of animal was he?” I hissed.Then another thought hit me.

“My lingerie.” I groaned. “I left it in his car.” Those were my favorite set. “There’s no way I’m going back for that,” I muttered. “I’ll die of shame.”

“Wait…” My heart began to race again.

“He didn’t use protection.” I stared at myself in the mirror, panic creeping in, lots of thought were coming in all at once. “What if I get pregnant?” I squeezed my eyes shut. “No. Calm down. You’re overthinking this.” But another truth hit harder. “It was my first time.” And it happened in the back seat of a car… with a stranger.

After my shower, I wrapped myself in a robe and collapsed onto the sofa. “My head hurts,” I sighed. “How much did I even drink last night?”

Ring. Ring. I frown “Seriously?” I grabbed my phone.

“Hello?”

“My daughter,” a cold voice said, “is that how you answer calls?” My blood ran cold.

“Dad… I’m sorry. I didn’t see your name.”

“Get ready,” he said. “I’ll be home in a few hours. With your in-laws.”

The call ended. I just stood there staring at the phone, Speechless.