MasukCold and merciless. That's what they call him, Damien Ryker, multi-millionaire. Nobody ever dared to block his path in fear of punishment. He is the CEO of Ryker Inc. Young and innocent. Katherine Trent, that's her. Though there is more to her than meets the eye. So what happens when they meet at a club owned by Damien which she had unknowingly trespassed? Delve into a tale of action, mystery, and romance at every turn.
Lihat lebih banyakShe shuffled towards the door. In that instant, she could not understand, but at the same time, she understood completely.
The door of the jewelry shop snapped shut, exposing herself to the cool autumn breeze. She pulled the coat around herself, shivering slightly, for she didn't like the cold. It was like the unexpected, just as unwelcome and alien to her.
Her mind was elsewhere, because all she could think of right now was the tattoo that was on his shoulder.
It seemed that things were starting to become complicated.
Although she understood that things could not stay the same, she could not figure out why only now that things were starting to change from its usual course.
Her mind recalled the last sentence that her dad told her before she never saw him again, in person.
If you see this symbol, anywhere, know that you must do what is necessary.
He drew the same symbol on a small piece of paper. After a few moments, he threw it into the fire, where it disintegrated into ashes.
Now, everything seemed to fit into place. Perhaps a little too perfectly.
She would now be waiting for a text message, that would guide her on her next course of action.
In her hand, was a small paper bag containing a small brooch that she had just bought for her mother. She made a mental note to remember to pay her respects later.
Who knew, going to a random shop on particularly normal day could lead her to one of her most anticipated yet dreadful day of her life.
She definitely didn't think of it. Not in a million years.
She reached the carpark, and got into her blue Chevy. Horizon blue, to be exact. It was a car that she had got for her graduation present. Not too shabby.
She didn't have many prized possessions, but the one that she valued the most was a locket that she wore around her neck.
It held a photograph of her sister, of course, but she had never revealed it to anyone.
She began driving towards her school, Harvard. She stepped on the gas, suddenly realizing that she had to make it back before curfew.
It was depressing that she had to remain on campus during break because she had to catch up with her work.
When she had parked just a few blocks away from her dormitory, her pocket buzzed. Was it...?
She fished it out and squinted at the small screen.
The text was short and simple.
Kate. Tomorrow night, 8:30. Be at the club at Jefferson Road. Try not to get into trouble. Remember our agreement.
KatherineAs I was about to leave to meet my best friend, Kelly, for a school project, my phone rang.I frowned. Who could be calling at this time? My heart skipped a beat when I realised it was Damien. 'Hello, hope you liked my small gift.' Damien's said, his voice soft and husky. Before I could reply, he continued.'Have you thought about it?''About what exactly?' I said, trying to keep my voihe cce under control, and not shaking in nervousness or anticipation?'The contract, of course. Here I was thinking that you're a smart girl,' Damien teased.All traces of my nervousness gone, I snapped back. 'If i'm smart I would not be talking to you right now.''That is true.' He said, a slight edge in his voice.'However, I accept your contract,' I blurted out. Despite my ivory league university qualifications, nothing beats having some real life work experience.There was a short pause. Then, Damien replied with a simple 'thank you' before hanging up the phone. I thought he would have b
KatherineWith my head in the air, I smoothed my pencil skirt and headed to the parking lot. Who does he think he is! Bossing me around like that. Even though today was a weekday, and I had two classes in the afternoon, I decided to give myself a little break.Perhaps I've misjudged his character after all. I thought there was something more to him than his ambivalence, but I'm just a naive daddy's girl believing in fantasies and stories. Time to call up my best friend and do some ranting. It always helps. While Sammy and Joey were good friends in school, I could always count on my best friend, Alyssa.Instead of going to university, she has decided to work as a content creator and a game streamer since two years ago. Frankly, with her bubbly personality, she has been doing so well and sometimes I'm jealous that she has found her passion so early on in life. I fished out my new phone. "Hi, Als!" I said. On the other line, I heard some shuffling sounds and then a bright voice. "What's
Katherine"Sorry, but I refuse." I heard myself say. I was never going to agree with him, especially if he is being pushy and a jerk.Damien paused midway in his step, and he gasped inaudibly. I smirked internally. Maybe nobody has ever said the word 'no' to him before. He was probably very used to getting his way in things. I won't agree, not without something to gain, of course. Besides, my father's order was to follow him closely, not to become his secretary. I grimaced at the change of events. How was I going to intimidate him now?"What?" Damien uttered in disbelief. He was smoothing out his crisp white shirt and an expensive-looking tie, but now his hands had balled into fists. Slowly and deliberately, he walked closer till we were inches away, my ass resting on the desk. H
"Thank you," I said when we were cruising away in the soft purr of his car. Who knows what could have happened if he wasn't here. Part of me wondered how he knew where I was, but I didn't really want to find out. Damien was mysterious in his own ways, but this was what intrigued me."You're welcome, cupcake. You're lucky he is still in one piece." He said darkly, his eyes full of anger. "I don't want anyone to hurt you." He said, his jaw clenched.He cares about me! My mind raced. How can I, an ordinary girl, be important to him? I was still processing this."Now let's move on to the important part," Damien said authoritatively. "I am sending you to my office to have the documents settled. It is important that you read every page of the document and sign only after you have thoro






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