The morning sun mocks Lucious and Alison’s scarcely covered bodies as it awakens Lucious who is hit by a bang of hangover. He was so wasted last night and he knew it. Getting comfortable in his space he notices a presence laying next to him while he asked in bafflement “Alison?” But he got no answer. His eyes rambled her figure as the memories of last night darts across his head while he runs his hands through his hair in frustration, disheveling it further. Soon her eyes opened only to close as she inhales a deep breath, a breath of disheartenment as she meets Lucious hostile eyes scanning her every move with annoyance. She knew there was no point in engaging a conversation so she actively started pulling herself together, grabbing her things and getting dressed only to get asked a question that ridiculed her very presence.“Why did you come?” He asked, his voice dripping with poison while she paused her movements glancing over her shoulders “I came to see Pearl” she announced earni

Bella’s POV“I’ll just talk it over with him” I voiced in hopes of a miracle while staring at my reflection then at my watch. With no ounce of enthusiasm I reluctantly moved my legs out of my house to my car, I was obviously late but who cares? If it was up to me I’d wished this night never came. My engine roared to life fueling my leaking hopes. And you might be wondering what’s my plan if he doesn’t agree to lend me the money instead of marrying him? I’ve got none to be honest, all the savings banks I went to won’t led me the money needed to bring my parent’s company out of the ditch and sufficiently cover Amiee’s medical bills.My car came to a halt while I stared at the restaurant through my tinted windows then my eyes landed on a text from Frederic: ‘I’m seated already, you’re running late’ causing me to roll my eyes and throw my head back in exasperation. Knowing this fate was inevitable I eventually got out taking my precious time to count my steps, but how long could I stal

Arya’s POV The ride to the event was awfully quiet as I dare not breathe, I had escaped a bullet earlier thanks to the attendant and I didn’t miss the opportunity to slip away. All the fuzz over that dress and it wasn’t my outfit for the night, instead Nicklaus made sure I wore what he selected and may I just say when my eyes landed on the tag I almost lost my marbles but then again it wasn’t a big deal for him. It feels almost illegal to wear a gown costing seven million dollars but here I was completely embedded in it and just a second later the worrisome ride came to a halt but that only marked the beginning of my anxiety as my eyes travelled across the array of reporters and paparazzi waiting to take a shot at the walk in carpet. I bit my lips and clutched harder on my purse, how did I forget such a crucial aspect, what am I gonna do now? There’s no doubt it’ll be over the news if this gets out and as though the heavens were on my side I witnessed Nicklaus utter.“We’ll use the

Arya’s POV ‘Aside from the splash of white every other thing shimmered with gold in this exotic suite’ these were the only thoughts I captured as I let my eyes dart towards the huge doors and with striking speed I swung off the bed, best option I had right now was to make a run for it, otherwise there was no telling what this monster was capable of. But in the next second I felt my figure being yanked into an embrace while I couldn’t help but wonder through gnashed teeth ‘is he even human? How is it possible to be that alert and quick?!’In the blink of an eye my hands were snatched behind my butt and my frame was plastered against the floor-to-ceiling glass that gave a glorious view of the hotel which I’m so glad has a high layering and tint, otherwise...I honestly don’t even want to imagine the outside view.“You defy my orders again” he whispered against my neck evidently making my hairs stand as he drags his fingertips along the slope of my back until he reaches an obstacle. My b

Bella’s POVThe sound of my ringtone filled the air but my ears had long grown numb to it. After that disaster of a dinner my mom’s being calling my phone none stop but I wasn’t ready to face the devastating reality staring me straight in the face so I told myself, maybe if I ignore it, who knows? It might just go away but boy am I kidding? I’m just lucky she doesn’t know where I live otherwise it would’ve been a hell of a show.I took one last peek at the mirror in my brunette velvet dress, the hugging feel is a direct complement to its soothing texture. Although I contemplated attending this event, I could really use a distraction right now, so why pass this opportunity. Moments later I stepped foot in the hall but not before turning on silent mode cause the last thing I needed was to drag unwanted attention to myself. While holding my phone I gave Arya a call, at the very least I should announce my arrival. The broad smile on her lips made my heart melt, I felt fulfilled by keepin