LOGINI spun around so fast, I might have broken my neck. The car door swung open, revealing the mysterious Mr. Hunter. He sat relaxed against the plush leather seat, his piercing eyes fixed intently on me. I almost took a step back but reminded myself of the importance of today's task.
I was taken aback by his extraordinary physical presence. In all my dealings with Luke Hunter, I had never had the pleasure of meeting him in person. He normally sent his assistant. "Miss Jones, if you are done checking me out, we can proceed," he said in a low, but deep voice, his dark gray eyes shining with amusement. "Oh, yes, of course. Sorry about that," I said, my cheeks flushing with embarrassment. "It was very impolite of me." I slid into the luxurious car and sat across from him. With a deep breath, I opened my file and started explaining my proposal, carefully outlining the value of my shares and the benefits of buying them. "So, let's get this straight," His eyes narrowed slightly as he leaned forward. "You own the rights to all their major projects. The Venco homestead, the Lex Building, the Tevan Estates. And now, you want to sell your shares in the company so you can publicly disclose your involvement in these projects, is that correct?" "Yes Sir," I replied, my voice firm and confident, as I met his piercing gaze. "Now, tell me, Miss Jones, why should I buy shares of a company that's going to be dragged into mud soon?" "Because, even though I designed them, Hales Enterprises still owns the rights," I explained. I already knew my reality "They invested in the projects, which means the best I will get will be a percentage of the profits they generate each year. And if they hire a better lawyer, I may even be forced to sell out my rights entirely.” He didn't seem convinced so I added. "My case can't permanently damage Hales Enterprises. You won't be at a loss." "Oh, but I will," he leaned closer, his voice deep and rich. "The mastermind behind that company is leaving. I don't want to be part of a company that solely relies on past projects to survive." He looked me directly in the eyes. His thumb traced a gentle path along my jaw. “And what's worse, what if you join the competition, or start a company of your own? Will Hales Estates even survive?” He raised my chin so I could face him, his thumb still caressing my jaw. "Real estate is not the only sector in Hales Enterprises," I replied, trying to sound calm even though I was panicking, he was my best chance. His face drew even closer, I could feel his warm breath on my skin, sending shivers down my spine. He smelled like pine and earth. "Miss Jones," Luke whispered, his lips inches from mine. "Uhmm, as I was saying," I continued, trying to focus despite the distraction of his handsome face, "you have always wanted an entry into the Hales group. With my shares in your hands, you will have the power to slowly buy out the Hales group... or destroy it." "But you would prefer I destroy it, right, little one? Is that your wish?" I nodded, his closeness was making me nervous. He laughed, his voice deep and rich, his eyes glinting with amusement. "You are a little devil, you figured you may not be able to destroy Hales Enterprises on your own, so you seek me out, how vengeful." “I….l,l” I was stammering now, but what could I say? Luke Hunter had seen right through me. "You what?" He was so close now, his index finger gently lifted my chin, guiding my face upwards until our eyes met. "You have the most beautiful eyes," he whispered. "Big, round, innocent baby blue eyes, but you're not innocent, are you, little one?" "Mr. Hunter," I said, trying to sound calm and composed. "Do you agree with my proposal?" I held my breath, waiting for his response. In a swift, unexpected move, Luke Hunter pulled me onto his lap, his arms wrapping around me. "Should I? Tell me, Stacy, what will my gain be?" “STACY” I repeated after him "You called me Stacy," my voice was trembling and filled with surprise, curiosity and fear. He smiled, and before I could react, his lips covered mine, I tried to talk, but that only granted him access, and his tongue swept in, hot and demanding. His lips moved on mine in soft caresses, his hand cradling the back of my head. In that moment, I lost myself, melting into the kiss. But then, his hand slid down, and I felt the zipper of my dress slide open, the sound snapping me back to reality. "Mr. Hunter, what are you doing?" I asked, my voice shaking slightly as I tried to push him away. "It would be wrong if you didn't enjoy it, Stacy," he whispered in my ear, as his hand caressed my back, sending shivers down my spine and arousing emotions I hadn't felt in a long time. "Why do you keep calling me Stacy?" I asked, my voice filled with a mix of curiosity and anxiety. "Have we met before?" I searched his eyes, trying to place where we met. "Let's say I have done my research," he said smiling. "You have given me quite the headache these past few years." I looked at him skeptically. "That research must have taken all your time and resources." Stacy was a name I had left in the past, in the rundown orphanage I preferred not to remember. I struggled to free myself from his lap. "I have to go," I said, my voice firm. "Please, call me once you have agreed to my proposal." He held me down, his lips claiming mine once again. The straps of my dress slipped down, exposing my chest and back. "We shouldn't be doing this, Mr. Hunters," I whispered, trying to pull away. "It's wrong." Rather than responding, I felt his hands on my breasts gently caressing, his mouth lowered and he sucked on my other nipple. I couldn't help but moan in pleasure, it felt amazing. "But it feels so good, Stacy," he whispered, his breath hot against my skin. "I have wanted this for so long... so long." His voice trembled with desire. "But ……” I tried to find the right words to stop this. “Call me Luke." "Lukе, can wе..." My voicе trailed off as I felt his tongue roll around my nipple. "Oh, heavеns." I moaned as his hand was caressing my other breast with so much skill I couldn’t focus, I looked at those inviting pink lips, craving another kiss. Those long, skilled fingers would definitely work magic. What are you thinking, Alexa? Have you gone mad? Are you really considering sleeping with a man you have just met? While lost in the kiss his hand on my thigh somehow reached my pants, he gently moved my pants aside and slid his finger deep into my folds. A loud moan escaped my lips. The finger vanished as quickly as it appeared; he sniffed and then sucked it. He smiled, “I finally get to taste you, little Stacy, you are delicious. Do you want to know how you taste?” "Lukе, pleasе," I whispered, but hе silenced mе with another kiss. This timе, hе savored еvery part of my mouth, his lips moving slowly, deliberately. Then, I felt myself being lifted, and my feet touched the ground. Wait a minute! Was that the ground beneath my feet? I did a double take, and my eyes widened in surprise. Yes, I was standing in the Hales Group parking lot. "Oh God, I almost forgot my meeting!" I turned to face Luke, and he was smiling at me. His hands were busy arranging my dress. Then, he handed me my files, his fingers brushing against mine. "You're not safe in my hands, little one," Luke whispered, his voice low and husky. "But in my defense, I kept my distance until you sought me out. Now, you can't run from me." He lifted my hand and placed a gentle kiss. "See you in the meeting," Luke called out, waving the share transfer documents in the air. "I will complete this." I frowned, confused. "What do you mean?" I asked, but he didn't respond. His line of cars was already turning and preparing to depart. I scanned my surroundings, relieved that no one had witnessed our encounter. My dress was still in perfect condition, only that my panties were soaked. "Ohhh Alexa, you really have no self-respect, do you?" I heard a very familiar voice.ALEXA'S POV)He smiled, that beautiful smile of his. “We are here,” he said, his voice gentle and welcoming. “Maybe someday I will explain everything to you.” He said dismissively as he stepped out, holding the door for me as I followed him.“When you go inside, stick to the story. You were in an accident, a stranger helped you and took you to the hospital, that's where you have been all this time.” He paused. “Also I already cleared the story with Klaus.” I nodded as something deep inside me broke once again, of course he was still married to Rachel. How stupid was I to hope for more.“Can you trust me?” he asked, his eyes searching mine. I sighed quietly, he was always confusing me.“Trust has already cost me too much.” I finally answered as I walked past him toward the door. He didn’t argue. He just nodded, and reached around me to open the door.“You are finally here,” Rachel said happily as soon as we walked through the door. She almost jumped in happiness when she saw me, b
(ALEXA'S POV)“I left the Orchid, after the white house was raided by the police and burned to the ground." I began. "But I wasn’t alone. I had your mother with me.” My voice shook as the memories became clear in my mind. “I went to the location you sent. A small house in the woods.” “But I never left an address,” he said, his face twisted in confusion. I reached out and took his hand, my thumb brushing over his fingers as I composed myself. “I know, very soon it hit me. You couldn't leave us there alone like that. It was Adak.” I swallowed hard, “The house he sent us to was on the verge of breaking down. Chloe was weak. Every morning she would wake up vomiting. We had no food, no money, and I didn’t know how to reach you. I didn’t even know if you were alive.” He looked down, his jaw tight in anger. “Then Adak arrived, that is when I realized Chloe was pregnant.” I said, my voice full of anger at the memories. “His obsession with your mother ran so deep than I had imagined, h
(ALEXA'S POV)I woke up in panic, my heart hammering against my chest. I was once again in an unfamiliar room. The sheets coiled around my legs as I scanned every corner. Where was I? Where was Klaus? At the thought of Klaus, I panicked and swung my legs over the bed rushing to the door, but before my fingers could touch the handle, it swung open on its own. “Miss Jones. It is nice to see you again.” A woman’s voice sang in the dim light, smooth and warm. I blinked, squinting my eyes so I could see her clearly. Slowly she came into focus, and I recognized her. The makeup artist. The one who had turned me into Nombre before. So this was the plan.“Well! We meet again, I guess.” I said and she smiled. After arranging her things, she guided me to the bathroom. The hot water did little to wash away the tension in my shoulders, but it helped. I took my time, questioning if trusting Luke was a smart move.When I was finally done, she was waiting with her kit. I sat still as she work
(ALEXA'S POV)“No…… that can't be true,” I screamed like a mad woman as I watched them walk away.The second the door clicked shut, I let out a breath I didn't know I was holding. But I couldn't relax. My gut told me someone was still watching. So I did the only thing that made sense. I buried my face in a pillow and sobbed like I was mourning a lost lover. But I wasn’t crying for a lover. I was grieving my options. I couldn’t stay here, neither could Klaus. I needed a way out, fast. And there was only one person I dared to trust with both our lives.I spotted a small note book on the table and picked it up. I began small but soon I was doodling, covering the entire book with random pictures, but I left a simple Dove at the edge of every paper. It was surrender, if Linsley was working with Luke for whatever reason then he must be watching. So I waited. I had made my decision, anywhere was safer than with Garary. For two days I waited as I played my part. The hospital room was tu
(ALEXA'S POV) I opened my eyes and was blinded by the bright lights, I rubbed my eyes furiously trying to see, I tried to speak but my throat was dry and raw. I tried to stand, struggling to rise from the bed, a hand pushed me down and a glass of water was pressed into my trembling hands. I looked up and even in my slightly blurry mind, I knew what it meant to be looking at Garary. He stood by the bedside quietly observing me."You are awake, honey," he murmured, his voice soft but the affection seemed practiced. “You scared me.” He said softly. I looked around in a panic, my heart racing, what was going on? Then I spotted Linsley in the corner, and a wave of relief washed over me. I had a feeling she was behind this. I still didn’t know what she wanted, but at least with her here, I could keep my memories.I pulled away in fake fear, my voice trembling "Who... are you? Where am I? Why are the lights so bright?" Where is mum? I replied in panic.Garary looked around, genuinely confu
(ALEXA'S POV)“Lala.” I breathed her name into the quiet night. She smiled, and in that moment, everything I have been carrying came crashing down. I threw myself in her arms, nothing mattered anymore, not even who I suspected she truly was. I held her tight, my body trembling against hers.“Alexa, Alexa, it’s okay.” She murmured against my ear, trying to calm me down. “Let’s go home,” pulling me to follow her.I allowed her to guide me, my spirit was beyond broken, I was ready to get a taste of my old life, even if it meant living a lie for the rest of my days.Throughout the drive, I clung to her tightly. She began to hum, then sing, the soft lullaby I used to sing to her and Brandon back in the days. In that moment I realized just how much I had lost.However, the fairy tale came to an end when we finally stopped in front of a very familiar mansion. It faced me like a beautiful cage. I looked at her, searching for any sign of remorse, but all she offered me a simple nod. With tears
(LUKE'S POV)I watched her from a distance as the vehicle rode further and further away from me. She noticed me, squinting her eyes to see me clearly but the darkness outside made it difficult for her to see clearly.I turned my attention to the guards, who were still frantically searching for her
(ALEXA'S POV)I was so tired when I got home, after a quick shower and pretending to go to bed I finally sneaked out of the house. I couldn't risk using the front door, terrified that I was being watched. I climbed onto the bus, and headed for the garage that was becoming really familiar. After a f
(ALEXA'S POV)Rachel burst into the office, her face filled with anger. Here we go, I thought, I knew she had got the message. She looked like she was about to explode, lucky for Luke, he managed to quickly grab her and pull her out of the room. I let out a long sigh, the tension leaving my shoulde
ALEXA'S POV)I rolled my wheelchair into the office anxiously. The room, which had been buzzing with conversation, fell silent instantly. I tried to find my way quickly.I settled at my workstation, trying to seem normal. "Good morning, everyone," I greeted, but I was completely ignored.Is this ho







