Romans & histoires Tell No One

"I'm in." "Me too," Davina whispered, her gaze sliding right back to Nico's lips. "I don't lose." Nico looked at me, his chest heaving as he realized something wild was about to happen. "Esme... what are you planning?" I reached down, lightly running my fingers over the huge bulge forming inside his pants. "You'll find out soon, baby," I purred into his ear. "Countdown starts now: 3... 2... 1.”

The voice says and I put a little pressure on my eyes to clear it. “Yes, who is this?” I frown “This is Nathaniel Kings from Kelani’s” He responds. “Oh hi, is everything alright?” I speak into the phone, adjusting the duvet on my legs. “I am calling to inform you that we have to cancel the interview that was supposed to happen next week….the company has decided not to publish the story” He informs and I frown. “What?! Why? It’s a very good story” I complain. “I am so sorry Miss Jacobs” He mutters before the line goes dead.

He brushed his forehead, gazing at his drink. “I am sorry,” I told him what I hated to hear when people were coming to talk to me a few months back. “You know? About cancer... It’s just that sometimes it is all about telling a goodbye. I mean, for those who are staying...alive.” Liam turned to me. It was a moment when I knew I should keep my mouth shut. It wasn’t game time, not with this guy. He only needed to vent, and I was the listener.

the calm voice said, “we talk.” I nodded once. “No names,” he continued. “Not even out of habit.” “I know.” “No fake stories,” the man with the glass added. “No half-truths.” “That wasn’t listed,” I said. He smiled slightly. “Still a rule.” I didn’t argue. “No phones,” the man near the table said. “Put it somewhere we can see.” I reached into my bag and set my phone on the table. Screen down. I didn’t slide it. I placed it. That difference mattered.

I wouldn't have them complicate the issue more. "No one has to know about this. We will tell everyone that the news about Danny's mate is just a rumor. That is it and nothing more.Then, no one will have to say anything." I told them and stood up. They all stood up with their head bowed. "This is the last time this topic will be brought up again. I hope everyone hears this." I said and left with Danny walking behind me. "Do you think that will stop this news from spreading further?" he asked me.

A message from an unknown number lit up the screen: "I saw everything. Don’t think this will stay hidden."

The Prince says almost callously. "Oh please!" Noelle bursts out, pushing the Prince away from her harshly. "What will you do to stop me if I decide to sell this information to the tabloids, magazines and newspapers?" She explodes, forgetting the skeleton in her own cupboard as she flares up in indignation.

"I'll tell you everything." My eyes widened in surprise. "Tonight?" I echoed. Nico nodded curtly, his gaze unwavering. "Yes," he confirmed. "Tonight. And don't tell anyone about this." I hesitated, my mind racing. I knew I should tell someone, and seek guidance from someone I trusted, but there was no one I could trust about a matter like this except Dad, but I knew his answer already. Nico's words carried a weight that made me pause. I could see the desperation in his eyes, the fear of his secret being exposed further.

“Why am I the last to know about this?” Kelly was at a loss for words. Apparently, she didn’t know about it either. Heck, weren’t her brother and Alex only acting? “I can’t believe Jayden didn’t tell me,” Beth said bitterly. Gracie put in, “Jayden hasn’t told anyone.” “And?” Beth prompted, frowning, obviously upset about the whole thing. “And we should all pretend we don’t know and keep it quiet until Jayden tells us himself. They are probably waiting for the right time.”

Izzy is dancing softly to the song on the Bluetooth and suddenly her eyes meets that of her Mom. “Mom!!! How long have you been standing there?” “Long enough to know you like someone. So who is it?” “That’s not it. I’m going to bath.” “Suit yourself young lady but you seem to have forgotten that I know people and that it’s easy to find out information. I’m just reminding you.” “Please stay out of this part of my life for once. I don’t want you to know so please, If at all you love me just the tiniest bit, don’t go digging into my business.”