Chapter Twenty-oneKevin's POVWhat occurred last night was kept a secret from Tyler. If that little rat ever gets to know that Ariel got abused by Ace, then I'm sure he's going to kill me. To him, I'm obliged to always be by her side and rescue her. But fortunately for me, I returned home last night only to find him sleeping in bed. While I made breakfast this morning and left for school, he didn't utter a word about Ariel. I was thrilled I got down the address of the waitress in the restaurant, same thing with her contact info. As expected, Ariel will be living with her from now on. Despite how much I wanted her to stay with me, I have to respect her decision. After all, I was the one who gave her the permission to leave. But I couldn't help but consider the fact that Ace might be stubborn—there's a possibility he will do everything in his power to get Ariel back. Sigh….It's all getting on my nerves. I just wish she could f****** tell him everything about us. If he refuses to bac

Ariel's POVOh, just great. Of all the motherfukers I had to set my eyes on first thing in the morning, it just had to be Agnes isn't it. My fucking god, what the hell is she doing here?A better question, how the fuck does she know I'm staying here now? I'm very positive that Kevin will be the last person to spill the beans. The who the fuck might have give away my location? All that didn't matter at that instant anyway. “Thank goodness you're doing okay!” Agnes attempted to engulf me in a hug, which I politely declined with the raised of a hand. She paused then smiled shortly. “Ma'am I would really appreciate if you could tell me why you are here,” I went straight to the point without beating around the bushe. Seriously, I don't find her presence pleasant. To be sincere, I found it quite irritating. Despite the expression that I portrayed, Agnes played oblivious to it and made her way into the house. As much as I wanted to walk her out, it would seem quite obnoxious and Tikka mig

Chloe's POV…“If you keep acting this way, Ace, she's not going to forgive you. But like f*** why would you do something like that?” I unintentionally shouted at Ace. We're both currently in the restaurant, and he played oblivious to me as he ate quietly. Mrs. Agnes sent us here in an attempt to reconcile with Ariel, but judging from Ace's lackadaisical attitude, I have a feeling Ariel's not going to forgive him; heck. He doesn't even seem remorseful.“That's not my business. You all are worrying about this matter too much. This is Ariel we're talking about, for fuck’ sake. Give her a day or two, and she'll be back begging me to kiss her. We all know she can't live without me” he said cockily. I almost snarled at him, and, vexed by his refusal to see the seriousness of the matter. Can't he see that Ariel's changed? Why can't he just see that? Or he's trying to be blind to it?“Ace… Ariel isn't the same girl we knew days back, okay? She's changed….. It's so obvious” I whispered gentl

Kevin's POV…Ariel helplessly flushed heavily afterward; her cheeks were bright pink, and she briefly looked away. I never knew she'd get so flustered to the extent she couldn't speak. I snickered as I let go out her hands. The air was getting somewhat awkward, but thankfully the reappearance of the waiter cleared it. He placed our dishes on the table as he dashed out a friendly smile. “Food's here” I spoke, and she finally faced me. Yet, she didn't maintain eye contact. Ariel gently removed her jacket, revealing her blemish free but pale skin. I marvelled at how effortlessly beautiful she can be. She noticed my persistent gaze, then snapped her fingers in my face.“Yeah?” I curved an eyebrow, although I never broke my gaze on her. “Aren't you going to eat?” she asked with a small smile; it's obvious she's slightly shy. “If you're on the menu I'll be happy to” I responded with a coquettish smile. Ariel batted her shiny eyelashes repeatedly before she blushed excessively again.“Kev

Ariel's POV…I couldn't stop running hurriedly after I alighted from the bike. I was actually thankful that Kevin didn't mind taking me to the hospital at such an ungodly hour. My heart won't stop beating violently in my chest after I received that call. Tikka got robbed? How? Why? — the questions kept flooding freely in my head and trust me it's driving me f****** crazy! It would have been okay if only the money was taken, but she also got assaulted. I mean, why are people so f****** inhumane? Rushing into the reception, I spotted two individuals—Agnes and Chloe. I didn't need to worry myself why they are here; it is evident they came to get Ace treated after what's Kevin did to him. Fucking bitches…!“I'm here for Tikka Lewiston!” I half-yelled at the receptionist. “Oh… right this way please” she was kind enough to lead me towards Tikka's ward, but I had to wait for Kevin to catch up. When he did, I went after the nurse with him trailing behind her. “Thank you very much!” I gushed