GUILTY AS CHARGED のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 1 - チャプター 6

*CHAPTER TWO: THE PARTYAustin's POVThe music was blaring over the loudspeakers, pumping the bass into my chest with an energetic rhythm. The drinks were strong, and the girls were decent.I sat on a sofa at the furthest end from the dance floor with Wade on the opposite end and his twin brother, Gabe, between us. A girl in a hot pink two-piece outfit wedged herself between them, and they took advantage of her attention, whispering in her ear and pouring her a shot of vodka."What is it about twins that get women off, Austin?" Dennis asked me, shaking his head as he watched Wade and Gabe laughing and flirting with the woman in hot pink.Dennis sat in an armchair across from us while Nick sat next to him in another armchair, entertaining a woman who sat on his lap.Nick's hand was on her thigh beneath her denim mini skirt.I tossed back a shot of vodka. "Don't let jealousy get you down," I said to Dennis with a smirk.Wade and Gabe each took the woman in pink's hands, Wade her left ha

Chapter Four Jane's point of view The Auction I was pushed into a dark hall filled with faces blurred by shadows. I heard different voices and chatters, but I couldn't help but shiver in fear. The harsh light shone on me, making me the center of attraction as I was placed in the middle. My hands began to shake as I sighted my father seated on a king's chair close to me. I couldn't help but look at my father's emotionless face, as cold as stone. The heavy doors of the auction creaked open from the front as two men trooped in. The intimidating demeanor of the one in front changed the atmosphere as he walked in like a king in control of his people, while the one beside him seemed out of place, his eyes wide in awe and his mouth agape. People parted ways for him as he stepped in. The air was filled with tension as murmurs spread through the crowd. The first man walked with authority and nodded to his friend with a smile as they made their way to their seats. "More bidders remai

**SHOCK***Jane's POV*My breath came in ragged gaps, each step pounding in a desperate rhythm. My heart thundered in my chest as Mr. Austin dragged me to a hidden area.“Stay here and don't come out. This is for your best. Dennis is not someone to play with. He wouldn't dare touch you while I'm here,” he said with a pleading face.“No, I want to come with you! What if he harms you because of me?” “He wouldn't dare. Just remain quiet here,” he replied.“I know you are in there, Austin! I need my property, Mister!” I heard Dennis's voice, and a chill crept down my spine.“Where do you think you are going with my property? You think you can save the day like you always do? I obviously won the bid, so what's all this for?” he said. “But I'm interested in her, and I want her at all costs,” Mr. Austin replied.Dennis pushed Austin, making him fall on a plank. They continued fighting, and all I wanted to do was leap out and help save Austin.Panic twisted in my stomach as I watched Austin