Amanda's POVI didn't know what came over me when I dashed into the apartment. Perhaps it was pure recklessness, or to save my friend, I didn't really know. Probably it was a combination of both.The person sitting on the chair had long dark hair, but I wasn't close enough to see her face. My legs just flew forward, before anyone could stop me at all. I was too overwhelmed with emotions to think straight. To think that she had been here since yesterday night, getting tortured by these beasts of a human... It was unimaginable. "Layla!" I cried out, when I reached her chair. Never did I expect that it wasn't her at all. What was supposed to be Layla was just a mannequin with a wig. "Knew you'd fall for that," Victoria taunted. When I had realised my mistake, it was already far too late. The door was already clicked shut behind me, sealing me away from the outside world. I screamed in horror. The worst that could happen, had happened to me now. M

Previously... "Damien, move forward. Make sure no one lays a finger on Amanda," I snapped. "Yes, for sure," Damien replied. "Oh, Amanda is coming out!" Damien sounded shocked. I was taken aback and confused for a second. If this was true, how did Amanda survive that? There were at least six guards in the room, all going to ensure that Amanda couldn't leave. Victoria as well. So, how did she do it? "She's coming towards the staircase. I better hang up now," Damien said, relief flooding his tone. My heart, which was beating so fast, suddenly slowed down considerably. By some miracle, Amanda was safe. I sighed in relief. How did that happen? It was a miracle, sent from heaven. Never had I ever been more grateful. Unknown POV I was hidden in the bushes. They definitely couldn't see me, for I was invisible. I was the master of being invisible, and lucky for me it was a great skill to have. Ever since I had been back, I've been observing them. Victoria Hutcherson and her sidekick. Sh

Vince's POV After I dropped Amanda off at her house, there was nothing left for me to do. I had already said what I wanted to say to Amanda but why did I feel so reluctant to part with her? Perhaps because I hadn't said the three magic words to her yet. I'd admit, I didn't really want to admit it to myself. There was no other reason why I would go far out of my way for her. If my future self had told me that I would put myself and my brother, Damien in danger for a girl, I would have thought it was ridiculous. Did I love Amanda? Even before I could think of this thought, it was already true to me. Idly, I wondered where I could take her for dinner, and finally ask her to be my girlfriend. Girlfriend actually sounded superficial and a gross understatement of our relationship. We had been through so much, and she knew about my deadly family secret. Yet, she still wanted to be with me. Every other girl at school would have called the police on me and got me arrested. Why did Amanda tru

Amanda's POV Sigh. I was grounded again. As I was going to the bathroom to take off my mascara and makeup, I thought about the day. Layla was safe. That was all that matters. Yet, I knew that my behaviour was stupid. I shouldn't have put my life in danger. How reckless I was, to not have thought that it was a trap? I wanted to dig a hole in the ground and bury myself in it from embarassment. I was so stupid. And to not have told Vince? That was crazy. He must be so mad with me. I remembered Vince's scorching gaze just now. What was he going to do with me? Despite myself, I felt anticipation running down my spine. My, I actually like to rile him up. He was mine and no one else's. He wasn't really a hearts and flowers kind of boy, but he really opened himself up to me. If this wasn't love, I don't really know what is. Deep down, I know I am falling for him. He is the most amazing, brave, reckless, sweet boy. I smiled to myself secretly. Gosh, I miss him already. Really want to c