Author’s POV continues…Stepping into the hotel room, Ryan let out a sigh as he sprawled out on the couch. His head ached badly and he felt drained. His whole life at the moment seemed to revolve around issues. As much as he tried to think, he couldn’t figure out any other way out of the scandal, other than the option the crisis manager provided. Besides, it wouldn’t be much of a problem since he was no longer with Brianna. Just as he thought about her, Ryan realized he might have had issues with the available solution to the scandal if Brianna had not done what she did.~*Four months ago*Ryan alighted and locked the car doors. With some white gift bags in one hand and a bouquet on the other, he strolled towards the building. Apparently, he had thought of visiting Brianna’s parents after he came back from the vacation at France. He hadn’t informed Brianna that he was back and he knew she’d be at her parents’ place since they were the one that called her back.On his way to their p
46The moment Ryan left Samantha’s house, she couldn’t keep herself calm. Guilt ate her up as she accepted the fact that Ryan was not wrong about anything. She was in fact the one to make amends and becoming Ryan’s pretend bride wouldn’t be bad in any way. She liked him at least, even though she wasn’t meant to. As Samantha sat in silence in the living room, she could feel Nathaniel’s intense gaze on her. She knew he would give her another earful. Sometimes, she wondered whether or not she was the older one or Nate.“Just say it.” She sighed and sat back, shutting her eyes. “I already had enough today but I certainly do not mind listening to you top it up.”“Why are you bent on ignoring your heart, sis?” Nathaniel asked instead. “It’s obvious, even to the blind, that you like him. You might not notice but the way you try hard to push him away just screams one thing to me.”“What?”“Samantha Emilia Gray is in love with Ryan Robin Anderson.”“Nate…”“I advise you move closer to him rat
“Thank you.” I smiled at the cab driver as I handed him his money. I stepped out of the car.“Hey, this is more than your cab fee.” He yelled as I walked away. “It’s yours.” I replied with a wide grin on my face. I turned slightly just in time to see a thankful smile on his face before he sped off.“Now, let’s do this.” I muttered under my breath as I made my way to the renowned Anderson Corporation. I wasn’t a bit nervous about today. Why? It was my first day after all. I should be but I wasn’t. Yeah, it was my first day at work as the personal bodyguard to the famous New York’s most handsome young CEO.As the elevator moved, I braced myself up to face my soon to be boss who was none other than Ryan Robin Anderson. He was popularly called RRA. Classic, huh?I stepped out of the elevation as it stopped.“Hi,” I looked up to see a middle aged
Exactly one hour later after my nap, I was standing right in front of the five-star hotel where I’d be having the fun of the night. Not that anything in my life was fun in the first place.I entered the hotel and the hotel attendant rose up from her seat when she saw me.“Welcome, Miss.” She smiled politely at me while I nodded.“Is he here?” I asked.“Yeah, he was at the restaurant earlier but…” she trailed off as she glanced through the computer on her desk. ‘He’s at the hotel’s club.”“All right.” I smiled at her and began to head towards the club.As I got closer to the club, I went through my bag to get my mask and when I had it in my hold, I was quick to cover my face with it. We wouldn’t want anyone seeing my face, would we?“Geez!” I exclaimed when my forehead stung from the sudden collision.“I’m so sorry, Miss.” The person I bumped into hurriedly apologized.I raised my head slightly but before I could get the chance to see who it
Samantha’s POVI moved away from the private room as I head towards the wine bar.“Hi Nath,” I greeted the young lad that was busy arranging some wine bottles in the bar. He turned abruptly and his face lit up when he saw me.“Miss Lia,” he smiled as he hurriedly placed the bottle in his hands on the shelf. He rushed up to my end as I had my seat.“Where in the world have you been?” he nagged. “I thought something happened to you. You didn’t even answer my calls and the texts.”I smiled when I saw the concern his eyes held. He was truly worried about me.“I’m sorry, Nath.” I whispered as I pouted.He scoffed as he wiped out the tear that threatened to fall.“Don’t even try to act cute.” He turned his back at me.“All right, fine. I’m deeply sorry.” I sighed. “I had a lot going and I had to be away for a while.”He slowly turned to face me.“You promise not to leave again without a word?” he asked as he folded his hands across his chest.
Ryan’s POVI gulped slightly as I sat up. Taking a deep breath, I glanced sideways at my alarm and just then, it rang.It was a routine, somehow a habit I had formed, to always be awake a minute or two before my alarm clock rings. I shut the stuff up, let down my legs, and stood up to head for the bathroom.I did my normal morning routine of brushing my teeth, taking my bath, and getting dressed for work.Just when I was about to button up my shirt, my phone rang. I reached out to grab it and without checking the ID, I swiped across the screen and placed the phone close to my ear. I waited for the caller to speak while I continued with what I was busy with.“Hey sweetheart,” I heard that cheerful voice.“Morning, mom” I smiled as I moved over to my shoes collection to pick the pair I’d wear.“How was your night, darling?” I paused when I heard her question. My mind ran back to last night.I didn’t realize I’d zoned out until her voice from the oth
There in the poorly lit environment, someone lurked around the street, dressed in all black. The black silky hair that had a smooth flow with the wind made it evident the person was a lady. Her black attire also made her blend with the darkness. The atmosphere seemed cold from the coldness that radiated off her. Anyone close by would feel the dark aura around her. The aura made her appear domineering despite her unseen face.Hands tucked in the pocket, she walked towards the bench she saw around and sat down. She shut her eyes as she felt the cool breeze soothe her skin. Few minutes into the overbearing silence, the quiet lady began to tap her legs impatiently.“One,” she muttered silently.After what seemed like eternity, she opened her eyes.“Two,” she smirked.“Three,” she tilted her head sideways, just in time to avoid a dagger that was aimed at her.She stood up, removed her hands from her p
Ryan’s POVI pulled out my car keys after I was assured I parked the car properly. I reached out to the board I placed my phone on and I picked it up. I opened the car door but before stepping out, I grabbed a plastic bag that I had earlier placed in the car.Letting out a deep breath, I head towards the house after locking the car doors, pressed the door bell and waited patiently for the door to be opened. While waiting, I unconsciously tapped my fingers with my back to the door.“Ryan!” I turned at the sound of the surprised voice.“Aunt Melinda,” I smiled at the middle-aged lady who seemed so surprised to see me.Aunt Melinda, as I call her, worked at our house even before my birth. She was someone closer to me after my own mother. She made my childhood fun-filled and so lovely that I was never affected by the fact that I couldn’t see much of my parents around.&n