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THE NEXT DAY was energetic and beautiful not just because I was going to meet Derek again but because today’s visit at the orphan school was something I looked forward to, the most.Although I lived a life in the shelter, somehow I was too an orphan when it came to the blood relations in my life.My father, Paul Miller has passed away, and my mother has forgiven him and so did I.But what he did was never forgotten.That behavior of his has molded my future today. I can’t tell if it was for good or for bad but my heart always turned bitter at the memories of him.SIGHShaking away the distress from the past, I sat in a bright mood looking forward to my visit to the orphanage school.****“So, who needs candies now??” I held up the box of candies before I would give my farewell to everyone, the kids rushed to me and very quickly my hands got empty.“It was a pleasure to have you here…” The woman in charge of this charity school came over to see me off.“I’m glad, I paid a visit by myse

The answer to that appeared quite quickly when the phone on my desk rang and I pressed the button with a frown.“Yes.”“Sorry to interrupt, Mr. Shepherd, but the new product’s marketing team is here,I couldn’t delay them for a long time.”My secretary spoke apologetically.“How long?”“Half an hour mostly.” She provided and I nodded in silent acknowledgement.“Fine, prepare the conference room, I’ll be there in half an hour.”My eyes fixed on Amy as I spoke, her face was void of emotions.“Come with me.” Offering her my hand, I pulled her with me on the sofa.THUDShe sat in my embrace looking mystified.“Aren’t we doing it?” She finally asked with an innocent look.“Your presence here is enough for me,” Embracing her tightly in my arms, I spoke the truth.That weird thumping of my heart returned with the thought of Amy being taken away from me.Thankfully, she wasn’t.I was in bliss when Amy finally opened her mouth. “Derek… I met your Grandfather today.”BOOMShe revealed and I mad

“Pick me up on time, tomorrow.”Deleting all the unnecessary thoughts from my mind, I ordered and thankfully Kim obliged without any protest.SIGHI looked at the time, it was still afternoon.At this time, Derek would be busy with his work, and disturbing him at this hour would be crucial.So, I decided to wait.After all, he needs to know that I am leaving tomorrow for work, otherwise, he will stay worried about me.****CLICKThe message was sent and then I stared at the crowd expectantly.A few minutes passed but there was no sign of Derek, A few more minutes passed, but again no sign of Derek at all.I waited and waited until a honk from behind me startled me.“Oh…”I turned and found the familiar car behind me.Knowing well who it belonged to, I hurriedly got inside the car.BAM“Moron… Why did you honk so hard instead of calling me?”With a trembling hand, I hit Derek angrily and then complained severely.“Why did you text me instead of calling me, huh??” He complained in count

AMY POV :“Too bad…” Kim let out a groan of grief, taking away my attention from him.“What happened??” I asked as he approached me.“Mr. Carson isn’t coming with us…” He complained sadly.“Huh…” I rolled my eyes at his extravagant emotional drama.This man and his crush on rich handsome men.“Yeah, he got something urgent, hence he canceled at the very last moment.” He murmured to himself looking foolish.“But we’re flying Business to London.” His emotions changed in a flash, amusing me severely.“Great, then let’s go…” Waving my head, I walked towards the counter while he followed me quietly.Thankfully, I am accompanied by Kim only and not Mr. Carson.But why did he cancel the plan at the last moment?****BEEPJust as I had inhaled the clean and fresh breath of London, my phone beeped and my lips widened in a smile as I looked at the name of the messenger.(ALREADY MISSING YOU)I couldn’t see my face but I could tell a blush had crept over my face.After informing about my safe la

AMY POV :My tongue felt thick, and my limbs heavy. I tried to understand the situation I’ve been trapped in, but I couldn’t.All I felt was warmth and hardness, it was satisfying yet distressing.I don’t feel safe, but I am helpless. What could I do?THUDI was thrown on something soft, a mold maybe which swallowed me all leisurely.BOOM****“Hmmm…” A moan of laziness escaped my lips, momentarily lost, I turned my side and was invited by a hard fall.THUD“Ahh…”I groaned, my eyes opened wide in the dark.I sensed the footsteps and then I was blinded by the bright lights for mere seconds.CLICK“Are you alright?” A hand took hold of my arm, and finally adjusting my eyes I looked at the man who was helping me to stand.“D…” The name Derek rolled on my tongue when I stopped instinctively.This isn’t Derek.But, his features were similar to his.“Mr. Carson…” I gaped, still unsure.What if I’m dreaming?“Yes, Miss Hood…It’s me, don’t worry, you’re safe.”He patted my cheek like a smal