Esmeralda, a woman recently freed from the shackles of a controlling marriage, finds herself in the throes of a new, thrilling, and dangerous world. Betrayed by her high school sweetheart turned domineering husband, she seeks solace and freedom in the vibrant nightlife of the city. During a night out with her best friend, she encounters a creep, only to be rescued by the enigmatic and powerful Jaxson. A billionaire CEO by day and the ruler of the city’s underground by night, Jaxson is a man of many secrets. Drawn to Esmeralda, he takes her to his place, knowing he shouldn’t, but unable to resist the pull. Their connection leads to a passionate night that Esmeralda will never forget. She leaves before dawn, carrying with her the memory of their encounter. A few months later, she discovers she's carrying more than a memory. Determined to provide for her unborn child, she secures a job as a receptionist at Cascade Enterprises, only to discover that Jaxson is the CEO. She can't turn away the job, but she can hide the pregnancy as much as possible. As Esmeralda navigates her new job, her hidden pregnancy, and her growing feelings for Jaxson, she must also grapple with the reality of Jaxson’s dual life. Amidst the chaos, love blossoms, but the secret of her twins looms large, threatening to upend everything.
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Two years that's how long it took for Billy to show his true colors and through our 'marriage' down the train. Actually, no, that is too nice of an away to describe it. He let it go up in a flaming hot dumpster fire, then pissed on it while laughing.
That's why I am at this club with my best friend Frankie, the girl stuck through there with me every minute since high school. When I showed up at her house last week with a bag full of clothes looking like a hot mess of tears and wet clothes from the rain. She didn't even say I told you so. Instead, she just let me in, and waited a day before telling me she told me so. And tonight, when she got home from work and saw me in the same spot, she left me eight hours earlier and demanded I get in the shower, declaring we were going out.
So here I am two hours later after I showed she shoved me into a skin time body con green dress that left nothing to the imagination. Then she curled my long red hair into perfect loose curls that fell almost to my butt, followed by doing my make-up in a seductively looking manner. It's way more than I normally wear. She did some contour things, it looks good, but you can't even see my freckles. My eyes look huge, and the green is super bright though so at least I don't look like dog poop even if I feel it. She even got me into some questionable heels. We are at a new night club in the city called Pandemonium.
It's a nice club, everything is high end. The décor is sleek and modern, with plush velvet couches, marble bars, and glittering chandeliers adorning the space. The walls are adorned with abstract art pieces and neon signs, adding to the trendy and upscale ambiance.
The club is divided into different sections, each offering a unique experience. The main dance floor is crowded with people dancing to the beat of the DJ's music, while the VIP area is reserved for the elite guests who prefer a more intimate setting. The bar area is always bustling with bartenders expertly crafting cocktails and serving top-shelf liquor.
Then you have me in the section of booths off to the side of the dance floor in the corner in the dark. I don't really feel like being here. I was with Billy for six years. Married for two, still married technically.
The energy in the club is contagious, with everyone letting go of their inhibitions and immersing themselves in the lively atmosphere. The air is filled with the scent of expensive perfumes and the sound of laughter and chatter.
"Essy!" Frankie yells as she approaches the table. I am sipping on a very expensive Vodka soda. Two men are following behind her. She reaches into the booth and pulls me out. "Essy what are you doing? Come dance with us!" I stand on wobbly legs, and not because of the one drink I was able to afford. It's all the heals fault. "This is Nick." She says as Nick wraps his hands around her pulling her into him.
"And this fine stud here is Alex." Alex smiles at me and now I understand what this really is. She is trying to hook me up. I try my best to smile.
"Hi, I'm Esmeralda." I put out my hand to shake his, and he looks at it before taking it and not returning it.
"Cool name, let's dance." I’m pulled out to the dance floor without ever answering, not that it was really a question.
I force a smile, gritting my teeth as Alex spins me around, his hands firmly on my hips. I can feel his breath on my neck, and I suppress a shudder. This is not how I imagined my night going. I usually love dancing, the freedom and release it brings, but tonight, I feel trapped. As the music pulses through the club, I try to lose myself in the beat, ignoring the hands roaming my body.I close my eyes, willing myself to forget about Billy and the mess of a marriage that now lay in ruins. But the more I try to escape, the more Alex's touch feels like an invasion. I am not ready for this, not ready to be touched, or to feel the heat of someone else's body against mine. With a subtle twist, I step out of Alex's embrace, feigning a need to catch my breath. I back away, grateful for the dim lighting, and make my way back to the booth, my heart pounding.
Frankie shoots me a questioning look, and I give her a small shake of my head, not wanting to ruin her good time. I take a long sip of my drink, the vodka burning my throat, and watch as Frankie and Nick move in sync on the dance floor. I know she means well, but tonight is not the night for a new connection. I love dancing normally. It's always been a way to get my emotions out. But not one part of me wants to really dance with this man. Especially when we get to the floor and he spins me so that he is grinding, off rhythm, into my ass, his hands roaming my body.
I finish my drink and head towards the bar, hoping to escape the unwanted attention. But as I make my way through the crowd, hands reach out, grabbing at me. I flinch, the touch of strangers unwelcome. I need to get away, to catch my breath and clear my mind. The press of bodies is overwhelming, and I feel trapped, my heart racing.
At the bar, I signal to the bartender, my eyes scanning the room for Frankie. I need her, but she is lost in the sea of people, her bright smile and vibrant energy swallowed by the club's pulsating lights and music. I order another drink, my hand shaking slightly as I reach into my clutch for my wallet. I can't stay here any longer, but I have nowhere else to go.
Suddenly, I feel a familiar presence, the heat of a body too close. I turn, my frustration mounting, to find Alex, his hands on my waist. I try to step back, but he pulls me towards him, his breath hot on my skin.
"You are really fucking hot," he says, his words slurred. I attempt to remove his hands, but he tightens his grip, his touch invasive. He grabs at me, again this time grabbing my boob. "I love big tits." Cue the ass grab. "You even have the ass to match." His actions crossed a line I never invited him to cross.
"Stop, get your hands off me!" I yell, my voice rising above the music. But he doesn't listen, his actions only becoming more aggressive.
"What's wrong babe?" He starts kissing along my neck. "Come on, don't be a tease."
Before I can say anything in response I feel him ripped away from me.
"I believe the pretty lady said to remove your hands. I hate to have to tell you sir but no means fucking no." I deep voice sounds behind me. I turn to see who it belongs to and I see a huge, and I mean huge man holding Alex by the collar, staring him down. I take a minute to look over mister tall, dark and handsome. And shit he is handsome
The tall, dark, and handsome stranger stood at an imposing height, his broad shoulders and chiseled features no doubt causing heads to turn as he walked down the street. His jet black hair was styled in a messy yet alluring way, and his piercing blue eyes seemed to hold a hint of danger in them.
He exuded an air of confidence and mystery, drawing me in with his enigmatic presence. He seemed like the kind of guy who is viewed as a reckless rebel, always seeking adventure and thrills, while others saw him as a smooth and charming gentleman, capable of sweeping anyone off their feet.
"Who the fuck are you?" Alex said when he let him go not having the good sense to just leave.
"Jaxson." The guy said. Like that was all that was needed. But apparently it was because Alex paled and started backing away. Once he was gone. Jaxson turned back to me. It was hard having all his focus on me.
"Thanks a lot, I mean it." I say.
"No problem, Are you okay?" I can't help but laugh.
"Not even slightly." He smirks.
"Fair enough. Can I get you a drink? I have a private booth where you can sit and get away from this." He waves towards the crowd. And I have no clue what happened next.
"That would actually be great."
JaxsonTwo weeks. It's been two weeks since the accident. We are no closer to finding her then we were the day she was take. And I am no better for it. Simply put I'm a mess. I forgot what sleep is. I don't think I have showered unless someone drug me in there and forced me to shower. I have put all my time into finding out who the hell took my Gypsy. Waiting by the phone for a call, yet none has come. I'm starting to worry none will."Jaxson. You can't keep doing this to yourself." Nico says as he enters the dining room."Not now, Nico.""Yes, now.""No, just leave.""Listen, brother, I understand you are going through a lot right now. But you can't keep doing this. You have a business to run.""I don't care about the fucking business." It's true right now I could truly give a fuck about the company can burn to the ground for all I care."Well, you should.""Nico.""No, listen. I know you want her back, we all do, but you can't do it if you don't take care of yourself.""He is right,
EsmereldaThe doctor comes in and tells me what I already knew. That the twins are still fine. By the time he got here my main concern was answered by the flutters of them moving. He then gives me something for my head, which has started to pound. He also gives me a cream for the bruising on my face and neck. When the guy first put the gag in, it hurt. But now, when I rub the cream over the area, it doesn't hurt, and it makes the redness go down.When the doctor leaves, the boss is there waiting for him. The doctor and the boss exchange words, and the doctor hands him a few bottles, then leaves. The boss doesn't come back into the room after the doctor leaves. So I take time to look around. Its set up like some kind of mother-in-law suite. The room I am in looks like the living room and the kitchen. Behind the first door I find I see a small bathroom with a standing shower. The next door a closet, and the last is a bedroom with a full size bed covered in what looks like a think down c
JaxsonA groan rips from my throat. I have the worst headache and I am cold. Really cold. What the fuck happened? I try to open my eyes, but it hurts too much. The light is blinding and all it does is make the pain worse."Mr. Cancade. Mr. Cancade. Can you hear me?" I try to talk, but nothing comes out. My throat is so dry."Shhhh, it's okay." A woman's voice says, but it's not my woman's voice. "What...the...fuck...""You were in an accident.""Gypsy." I croak."Who?" The woman says."Where...is...my...wife.""Um, she is, well, we are trying to find her." What? I must have heard that wrong."She...""We know who you are talking about, but right now, we don't know where she is. Your driver said she was in the car. But we didn't see her.""How...""It's a long story." Long story? What the hell is a long story?"How..." I try again."It will all be explained once you are feeling better." Why does she keep interrupting me?"My wife.""Let's just get you healthy, and we will tell you eve
EsmereldaJaxson is telling me the guys are back and are fine, and all I can think is how amazing it will be to have everyone together. The last time I saw them they were leaving for their trip, and they were all excited. Well, Paully wasn't exactly excited, but he was glad to have something to do. He hates sitting around waiting, which is all we have been doing. Waiting on the man in the shadows, or the guy who took me to show their face. Well they actually knew there was a chance he was out there, I only had to wait till my dreams to see him again.I was so upset when the guys left. They have all become like my family. Like having brothers, I never had before. Jaxson is right, they did call everyday wanting an update. But I have still really missed them.I know what is about to happen when I see the head light appear behind Jaxson's head but there is no way for me to warn him, I can't it happens to fast even if it feels like it's happening in slow motion. By the time it takes to ope
JaxsonSix weeks laterWe are all gathered in the dining room. It is the first time we are having a family meal. After Esmerelda woke up from the hospital, I have kept her close. After we questioned the men who we took from there that night, we got to other information for who their boss was. They actually seemed to not know. I can't see why they would be so loyal to a man they have only worked for, for only a short time. All anyone could say was they were approached a few weeks ago and promised when he took back over the city, they would want for nothing. No they are rotting in an underground dungeonThat is the thing that has me stuck, whoever the hell this man is he said when he took the city back, meaning he had it at one point. That narrows it down on who it could be, but it doesn't give me a single man. But what the soldiers did say is he has been in hiding since the take over.We still have a few men out there, but most of them are on their way back. We are getting closer. I fe
The Boss*The night of the rescue*That did not go as planned. It was sheer dumb luck I wasn't there when Jaxson stormed in, and pure foresight on my part for never giving out my name. I don't know if anyone was taken alive, but even if they were they will never be able to share a name with him or his men. The problem now is that I lost all of my guys. I have no one left in the city, and I have a feeling that he knows the real reason why I took her. It wasn't just to get his attention. No, I have someone else pulling my strings. Someone who should be calling any minute and I am dreading this call. There is no way he didn't hear about it. The only good thing is that he doesn't have a location for me. So, that is one small victory.When my phone rings and his name pops up, I want to throw the phone across the room."Sir.""So, what the hell is the meaning of all of this.""Meaning, sir?""Do not play coy with me. I saw the report on the news. And she was taken to the hospital?" That is
JaxsonAll I can do it stare at her in confusion. What the actual fuck is she talking about? Cheating? And what the hell is she talking about a whore. She is the farthest thing from it."Gypsy, sweetheart. What the hell are you talking about?" She looks at me her face covered in tears and snot. She has never looked more beautiful."He used my mouth, and I just let him. He was going to do more. I would have let him, but his boss came and stopped him." The rage in me boils up but I try to keep a calm exterior his death was far too quick."You don't have to worry about him anymore." I say while processing the rest of what she said. I'm not sure how she thinks that was cheating when it was pure survival for her and our babies. I have unfortunately seen men like him, all dead now, but they would have got what they wanted with or without her corporation."What? Why not?""Because he is dead. We found you. We took care of everyone." I cup her cheeks. "You never have to worry about anyone tou
EsmereldaBeepBeepBeepBeepMy heart is beating, and that's a good sign. My head hurts, and my whole-body is sore, but it's not the worst pain I have ever felt. What is the worst is not knowing if my babies are okay. I haven't opened my eyes yet, too scared of what I will see."I think she is waking up." A small voice whispers. One I don't know."Baby, can you hear me?" I recognize that voice."Jaxson?" My throat feels dry and scratchy."Hey." He whispers. I open my eyes, and the first thing I see is his tear stained face."Jaxson." I try to move towards him, but it hurts. "The babies.""They are fine. Shhhh. They are fine.""How can you know?""Well, you have been out a few days. They did an ultrasound, and the doctor did a test. The twins are fine.""A few days?""Yeah, baby. A few days. You have been out for a while. Your leg was pretty bad, and you had an infection. You have been in and out for a few days.""Where are we?""Home. Well my home. Frankie has been a live wire." He b
JaxsonTwo hours ago.I am sitting in my living room waiting on word about Esmerelda. We have had men on the ground scouring the city. Everywhere and have come up with nothing. Malachi has taken my phone. After my last conversation with the unknown caller, it went crazy."Who the fuck was that?""Not sure. But we will find out.""How did he get this number? How did he know where I was?""Boss, I have a feeling that is the least of our problems.""You're fucking right. We need to find her.""I know.""So why the hell are we standing here!" I start walking to the door, grabbing my jacket, and keys."What are you doing?""I am finding her.""You are going to go look.""Yes.""No, boss. You are going to stay here.""Like hell, Malachi. This is my fault.""No, it's not. If anything, it's mine. I should have found this fucker way before he got to her.""We can't sit here and play the blame game. We need to find her." There is knock at the door. "Enter." I say still trying to think of somet
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