Chapter 1: The Break In
NEWYORK CITY,MANHATTAN
SPRING SEASONBELLA’s POV
“You said you had a plan you wanted to share?” He asked me.I took a deep breath, feeling a mixture of excitement and nerves coursing through my veins.
Ryan, my boyfriend and partner in crime stood before me and watched me eagerly as I mustered the courage to reveal my audacious plan."So,I've been researching Aaron Davis for months now," I began, my voice steady and determined."His collection is worth millions, and I believe we have an opportunity to change our lives forever.The plan here is very simple babe, to rob his home and steal some of his valuable artworks to sell.”
Ryan looked at me like I had grown horns on my head.
"Bella, are you out of your mind? This is a dangerous game we're talking about. We could get caught, or worse. We're not cut out for something like this."Grabbing his hands, I looked into his eyes, hoping he would understand. "I know it sounds risky, but I swear that I've planned every detail meticulously,so you don’t gotta worry about anything.”
He pulled his hands away from my grip.
“We are used to stealing art works from regular homes not crazy rich billionaires! Have you gone nuts?”“Calm down.” I rolled my eyes.”We won't be targeting his heavily guarded mansion so don’t freak out yet. I discovered one of his apartments that is less secure and he is barely there so we could pull it off. I am certain.”
He hesitated, his gaze searching mine for any sign of doubt. "But baby, we're not professionals. We don't have the skills or experience for this. What if things go wrong? I can't bear the thought of something happening to us."
“Are you serious? We are not professionals?” I slightly frowned at him. “You know how much we’ve made since we started art theft?”“Yeah but professionals at petty theft! This is too fucking huge and we haven’t done this before. The Davis family? Seriously?”“There is always a first time for everything. You would never know until you try.Relax and stop being a pussy.” I told him bluntly.
“I am not a pussy!” He snapped back.
“Then fucking act like one.”
“You are not thinking straight right now. Out of all the houses in the world you’re choosing to go with the one belonging to Aaron Davis? Why can’t we just rob houses here in the neighborhood as usual?”
”Because I need a huge amount of money this time around and I can’t settle for anything less at this point. Look, I did my findings and I know that just one painting in that house is worth thousands of dollars. If we get our hands on it,we would be freaking rich.”“Oh really?” He raised his brows skeptically.”Worth how much exactly?”
“Five hundred thousand US dollars, Ryan.” I looked at him straight in the eyes. “There are others worth more than that. Imagine if we get our hands on two or three. Our lives could change. Don’t you want that?”
“I really don’t know..” he murmured.
Squeezing his hands reassuringly, I leaned in closer and continued,"We'll take every precaution so we don’t get caught.We would be extra careful and I know we can do this together.Do you trust me?”“You got a plan on how to get to the location and how we can get in?”
“Don’t worry about all of that. I have it under control. Now,do you trust me?”
He ignored me again,folding his arms while his deep brown eyes stared at me. “You know,I am wondering where you got this courage from. I literally introduced you into this business and now it seems you are ten steps ahead of me already.”
I chuckled.”Desperate situations calls for desperate measures. This is the only way I know how to get some quick money. And you gotta help me cause you gonna benefit it from it too. You know we always split it into two. So I’d ask again, do you trust your girlfriend?”
Reluctantly, he nodded,exhaling deeply. "Do I even have a choice? But promise me that if things go south, we'll abort the mission immediately. Our safety is paramount. I don’t wanna get locked up in jail. I still have a lot of things I haven’t done with my life yet.”
“Roger that.Please don’t fuck things up?” I looked at him eagerly.
“Shut up.You try not to fuck things up.” He answered back immediately and I felt a small smile tugging at the end of my lips.
Yes!Our plan was set in motion and I just couldn’t wait.It was risky but all the more exciting. Together, we dressed in all-black attire, our masks hiding our features and gloves ensuring no fingerprints would be left behind.As we stepped out into the cold night, a hushed silence enveloped us. The darkness seemed to amplify the beating of my heart as we made our way towards Aaron Davis's apartment building. The silence was clear,broken only by the distant sound of passing cars.
Reaching our destination, we approached the entrance with caution. I secured my mask, feeling the cool fabric against my skin, while Ryan followed suit. My gloved hands trembled slightly.“This is it” I said under my breath.Two security guards stood watch at the entrance, unaware of the imminent breach. I gestured for Ryan to make a move as I approached them from behind, my movements swift and calculated. With precise strikes, I rendered one of them unconscious while Ryan tackled the other one to the ground in seconds,knocking him out.
Signaling for Ryan to join me, we ascended to the upper floor, where the targeted apartment awaited us. I located the access point in the ceiling, a hidden entrance that would grant us passage. Climbing up with practiced ease, I secured a rope and handed it over to Ryan, who held it firmly and lowered me down.
He watched from above as I descended into the apartment, his eyes, a mixture of worry and concern.
“You be careful,” he whispered. With utmost care, I surveyed the room, my eyes scanning for the prized artworks we sought. As I found a breathtaking painting hanging on the wall, I reached out to grab it. But then suddenly I heard a noise and my heart skipped a beat. What! No one was supposed to be home! This wasn’t part of the plan.I heard a deep voice resonating in the room and knew instantly that I was fucked. “Who’s there?” The voice called out. “Ryan! Pull me up!” I told him desperately but was met with his loosened grip. The bastard!Was he running away?Oh God. Alone and hanging downwards in mid-air, my heart pounded in my chest. There was the silhouetted figure of someone standing in the room and a sudden flicker of lights flooding the room. I was screwed!Chapter 2: I’d call the cops.AARON’s POVI entered the living room, a bottle of alcohol in one hand and a kitchen knife in the other. I was already retiring to my bed when I heard a little noise. I knew something was up so I quickly grabbed one of the knives from the kitchen where I had been drinking and made way to the living room. It had to be a fucking burglar or something because it was almost 12am in the morning. I turned the lights on quickly and it illuminated the room revealing a sight that left me dumbfounded. There, hanging from the ceiling, was a woman.I squinted my eyes in confusion. I wasn’t expecting to see that."What in the world are you doing here?" The words tumbled out, a mix of shock and anger, as I approached her. "How did you gain access to my apartment?"The woman was silent so I pulled off her mask swiftly and her long blonde hair hit the floor. I stared at her wide eyed. “Are you deaf or something? How did you get in here huh?”She was breathless and d
Chapter 3:Be my wifeAARON’s POVThe woman was still bound to the chair and I could not really decipher the look in her eyes. As I looked at her, I couldn't help but wonder if she was telling the truth, if her plea for a second chance was genuine. There was something about her, something in her eyes that made me question my initial judgments.Just as I was lost in my thoughts, my phone buzzed, signaling an incoming call. I glanced at the screen to see that it was Cole, my best friend .With a deep breath, I answered, hoping for a momentary distraction from this crazy situation in front of me."Hey, Cole," I greeted,"What's going on?"Cole's voice crackled through the line, laced with frustration. "Dude you just lost another contract," he said, his tone laced with defeat. "There's a new rumor spreading, and it's damaging your reputation all the more.”My brow furrowed, concern etching my features. "What kind of rumor?" I asked, a sinking feeling settling in the pit of my stomach.Cole s
Chapter 4:Twenty four HoursBELLA’s POVHeat rushed to my cheeks, embarrassment taking a hold of me for a moment. I nodded, unable to meet his gaze. "That information wasn’t meant to slip out like that but yeah. Yeah I am.”“You do not look like a virgin though,”“Excuse me? How are virgins supposed to look?”“I don’t know,” he shrugged.”How old are you?”“It’s improper to ask a lady her age like that.”“I can literally find out about your whole family background and entire history within minutes so you revealing your age shouldn’t be a big deal. Don’t forget who I am.”I sighed deeply and said,”24?”“A 24 year old virgin?” He scoffed. “No way in fucking hell.”“Well,believe it or not. Why do I even have to explain anything to you or prove a point?“ I was getting irritated by the second.His expression hardened, his tone firm and commanding. "Break off your relationship with that boyfriend of yours.Otherwise, I wouldn’t hesitate in throwing your sorry ass into jail. I would take ple
Chapter 5:Ready to sign the contract?BELLA’s POVI was just kidding. He wasn’t dead or anything. There, on the bed, lay Ryan, half naked, entangled with another woman—a stranger with wild red hair.Yeah,very cliche.Just like scenes I had watched in movies a hundred times and now it was happening to me. I was shocked to my bones and a strangled cry tore itself from my lips.The naked girl, unfazed by my presence, casually lifted a cigarette to her lips and took a leisurely drag. Her indifference only fueled the anger and hurt bubbling within me. Ryan, roused by my screams, groggily woke up, confusion visible across his face.He looked lost for a moment and then his eyes met mine, widening with realization and panic as he saw me standing there.My tears were threatening to spill down my face and my body shaking with a mix of rage and heartbreak as I watched him get out of the bed,the only sign of clothing the boxer briefs on his waist."Bella, I can explain!" he pleaded,as he rushe
Chapter 6:The baby contractBELLA’s POVMy heart sank as I recognized the contract in his hands. “You were actually serious about this thing?” “Do I look like The Joker?” He asked back.”This is called The Baby Contract.Read through and sign in the appropriate places. You can read right?” I sat down uncomfortably on the couch, my skimpy rumpled nightgown clinging to me.He looked at me like he could see my panties.Wait could he?I quickly clamped my legs together and placed a pillow over my thick thighs he had been seeing for free. I couldn’t help feeling self conscious under his scrutinizing gaze. Reluctantly, I turned my attention to the contract he had placed in front of me and as I skimmed through the pages, my eyes widened in disbelief. There, in black and white, were twelve ridiculous rules that he expected me to adhere to. It felt like a slap in the face. Rule 1:The very week we get married,we try for a baby.Rule 2:You are not allowed to have any male friends or spend tim
Chapter 7:She’s a nobody!BELLA’s POVAs the limousine pulled up to the front of the magnificent mansion, my eyes widened in awe. The surroundings were nothing short of breathtaking. The driveway was lined with an impressive fleet of luxurious cars, each one more sleek and expensive than the last. Stepping out of the limousine, I marveled at the sheer size and beauty of the house before me. It stood tall and proud, an architectural masterpiece that exuded elegance and opulence. The sprawling gardens were landscaped, adorned with vibrant flowers and perfectly manicured hedges.As I walked towards the doorstep, my heart raced with anticipation and nerves. Waiting for me were Aaron's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Davis. Their stern expressions and sophisticated, expensive attire made it clear that they were accustomed to a life of privilege and power. Mr. Davis,that ought to be in his late fifties looked too handsome and young for that age. Mrs. Davis, with her perfectly coiffed dark hair and
Chapter 8:Getting married this weekendBELLA’s POVI watched as Aaron’s parents protested about him settling for a girl like me to get married to. But he wasn’t having none of it.“Bella is the one I chose and everyone just have to accept this. Please Mom I’d like preparations to start as soon as possible. I want it to be a grand wedding that no one would forget about in a long while.” He said and kicked back his chair while wiping his mouth with a napkin. He gestured to me to come over to him.I stood up abruptly.“Thank you for the sumptuous dinner and receiving me. Please excuse me,” I said calmly and strutted out,following the lead of Aaron to his bedroom. My eyes widened in awe the moment we arrived there.Everything in his room screamed wealth and luxury. From the high ceilings to the walls which were wrapped in rich, dark mahogany paneling to the strategically placed crystal chandeliers and exquisite marble and carved mantelpieces.Then there was the comfortable oversized arm
Chapter 9:Yes,I DoBELLA’s POVNoah pulled his hand away and we saw Aaron standing there with his face set in a deep scowl.“Hello to you too bro,” Noah said with a small smile.”She got something on her cheek and I was just helping her get it out.”“No one touches her apart from me do you get that?” Aaron fired at him.“Okay,it’s no big deal really. Can you calm down?” I tried to make the atmosphere less tense. “Why is he here?” He asked me.“I just met him here when I came for the water.”Aaron draped his arm over my shoulder casually and said,”Come on,we’re leaving.”“Goodnight Noah,” I said quietly before Aaron pulled me away and back to the bedroom.“I already warned you to stay away from my brother didn’t I?” He said the moment we stepped foot into the room. “Why is that anyway?” I folded my arms across my chest,lines creasing my forehead.”He seems like a pretty nice guy to me.”“You know absolutely nothing about him. I hate him and you should hate him too.”“Are you serious? H