Emily Nelson A Simple Favor Novels & Stories

I didn’t know how to answer that. Because the truth was, if Emily was telling the truth, then the Nathaniels weren’t just selfish or distant. They were monsters. I exhaled, lifting my other hand to tuck a strand of hair behind her ear. “Then we deal with it. You don’t have to do this alone.” Her eyes shimmered, but she held back the tears. “You promise?” I didn’t hesitate. “I promise.” She nodded, sucking in a deep breath. “Okay.”

Tonight, she was mingling with some of the city’s most influential businesspeople. I found myself hoping that, perhaps, one of these connections would lead her to a new opportunity—a fresh start that she deserved. Nearby, Emilia, the hacker whose skill had saved Neil in ways I could never repay, was deep in conversation with Cassandra, who held her son Owen. Emilia was talking animatedly, her hands gesturing as she recounted what looked like an exciting story. Cassandra listened with rapt attention, nodding and laughing, looking down every so often at Owen with that special kind of love only a mother could give.

Emily: "I am committed to the night shifts until next Thor's-day. I gave my word to Mr. Donalds." The Watcher: "What do you mean? You did this by choice, not by his command?" Emily: "Yes. I required the extra silver... this was my only path." The Watcher: "Only path? And what of me? Am I not a path?" I could practically feel the Alpha-growl vibrating through the text. Emily: "No... it isn't like that. I wanted to earn my own way to the Willow-Run. I know you would provide without a second thought, but I need to stand on my own paws. I can find this coin, so I didn't want to trouble you."

More importantly, their favorite idol looked and smiled at her on his own initiative. This was something none of them would even dare think about happening to themselves. Meanwhile, Emily observed all of this from afar. Her fingernails sank into the leather exterior of the steering wheel. Words could not describe how jealous she felt right then. What did Xyla do to deserve such an affectionate look from Emily’s favorite idol? What did Xyla do to deserve such a wonderful smile and sincere help from Josh?

Selena clenched her fists to calm herself down. “So? It’s a well-known fact that Eric likes Nicole and I’m her stand-in. You told me this long ago. Why would you still need to call me over with such a big fanfare and announce this again?” “You’re a lot stronger than I thought you would be, Ms. Nelson. I didn’t come here to say that you’re inferior to Nicole. There are barely a few people in this world who are as lucky as her. I just want to ask you to do me a favor.”

No favor was ever free. Me: What’s in it for him? The typing bubble came back immediately this time. No hesitation. No theatrics. Bianca: You work from within and get Emilia back to him. The cigar slipped from my fingers.

“Yeah, she was so boring. Just reading all the time. And cleaning. Cleaning and doing whatever Papa asked her to do.” “She was playing the good girl role,” I said. “Too bad it couldn’t save her life.” Emily laughed. “No. It didn’t.” I reached for my purse to get my phone. “Let me call Marsha. She owes me a favor.” “I hope there’s a mirror, I need to put back my makeup,” Emily sighed. I shot her a look. “This isn’t a hotel, Emily. Jeez.” She rolled her eyes. “Fine.”

Information about Alex and Emily? "Please," Vanessa said again, her voice almost desperate. "Just thirty minutes. That's all I'm asking. Come see me tomorrow. Please." I took another drink of whiskey, my mind racing. "Fine," I finally said. "Tomorrow. But if this is some kind of game..." "It's not. I promise. Thank you, Nathaniel. Thank you." She hung up before I could change my mind. I sat there staring at my phone, wondering what I had just agreed to.

Emily called to ask. "Yes, pretty much." "Then you can start working the day after tomorrow. There's a photo shoot." Emily went on to mention all the relevant details. Natalie accepted each one and thanked her. "Emily, thank you." "Thank me for what?" Emily asked. "Thank you for having Sophia protect me, and thank you for still treating me as Natalie, not Mrs. Windsor." Natalie sincerely expressed her gratitude.

’’ Asher nods. ‘’And I’m only doing this for a year, with you getting nothing in return?’’ ‘’That’s correct.’’ Asher nods once more. ‘’I’ll also give you a sum of money to help get you on your feet.’’ I lean my head to the side, not understanding why he is doing all of this. I know there is more to him ‘just doing a favor’ but he is giving nothing away and maintains a perfect poker face. ‘’Ok, I’ll do it. But just know that I have a meeting with an immigration officer and that man hates me.’’