AMELIA'S P.O.V

"A night with Mr. Steele."

No more tears were flowing on my cheeks. I couldn't cry anymore. I had already did it so many times that now I felt stupid doing it.

I glanced at Alarick who was already looking at me. His eyes were filled with rage but this time it didn't look like it was for me. It was for someone else.

"It was the first day." I inhaled deeply, "After that I became the whore of so many Mr. Steele's that I can't even remember how many times I hooked up."

"End of the story!" I stretched out my arms and stood up. A small saddened chuckle escaped my lips.

I smiled at him but he didn't return it. He looked discontent and confused. I was going to ask him about it when he grabbed my hand and pulled me down. I stumbled landing straight on his lap. He took hold of my leg and made me straddle him. His soft touch on my bare leg was sending shivers down my spine. I was stunned by his behavior.

"Why are you telling me this?" He asked as his grip tightened on my leg.

I looked into his eyes for a while, "I don't know."

I really didn't know why I told him. He wasn't judging me and that was all what matters.

"You're not anyone's whore." He cupped my cheek in his both hands making me look into his eyes, "You were never one. You're just a simple, innocent and beautiful girl who never knew what was being done to her. Amelia...", He took in a deep breath,

"You're mine. Be mine."

With this he claimed my lips with his. His soft lips moved against mine. I was stunned at first but then gave in. I needed this. I wanted him to kiss me. My hands went around his neck and rested on his nape. He pulled my hair back lightly giving him better access. It felt forever when he pulled back making me to crave for more. I rested my forehead against his and the tip of our noses caressed each other. Our breaths were heavy. I closed my eyes taking in this moment.

He stood up with me still straddling him. I removed my legs around him and stood on the ground. I don't know for how much time I stood there staring into his eyes. It felt like I was drowning in those chocolate brown pools and the more I drowned, the more I was safe. His presence was engulfing me in him and there was no way out. And I don't care if there was no way because I didn't want to leave. I wanted to stay. Forever.

"Tell me." I placed my hand on his chest, "What I don't know?"

His hand reached out and he held my hand pressing it.

"Not now. But soon. I promise." He said staring at me. I didn't find any lie. He was sincere. He meant it.

I just smiled. I knew he was my saviour, my peace, my anchor, my everything.

"Let's go." He muttered,

I looked down at the necklace in my hand and nodded.

Tightening the jacket around me I began trekking back to the car all the way staring at my life.

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I woke up with the bright sunlight trickling through the curtains. I groaned and got up. A smile crept on my lips when the memories from last night came back and my hands automatically went over my lips caressing them.

My eyes glanced to the couch and my smile widen when my eyes landed on the black jacket lying there.

I went into the bathroom and getting a quick warm shower, I put on my skinny black jeans with my black sweater. Today was the first work day at hotel.

I left my damp hair to air dry and grabbing my bag I left the room. With my heels clicking on the floor I reached the lobby. I saw Isaac and Layla there so I went directly towards them. As I neared them I saw Layla rolling eyes at me. I frowned and ignored her.

She was being cocky as always.

"Hey." I chirped looking at Isaac.

"Hi Mr. Knight is waiting for you in the car. Let's go."

I nodded and followed him outside to the car. I saw Alarick leaning against the car door. I smiled as I reached him and he opened the door for me. Butterflies invaded in my stomach.

I smiled at him as he closed the door behind him but instantly frowned when Alarick didn't return the smile.

The ride to the workplace was silent. He didn't talk and neither do I but I could feel tension in the air. I glanced at him several times but he was looking out of the window.

We got out of the car as it came to halt in front of the huge building. I tilted my head up as I took in the height of the huge building.

"Let's go." I snapped my head towards Isaac who was now standing beside me.

We entered the building and it was all dull. No paints, no furniture, just plain space. I wanted to clutch Alarick's arm but I restrained myself.

I was looking around when I heard the clear of throat. I snapped my head towards the source and frowned when I found Alarick staring somewhere else. I followed the gaze and unintentionally took a step back when Roman Steele came into my sight.

He was smiling widely. An average girl who's not aware of his doings would be swooning at him right now. With those broad shoulders and built body, piercing steel blue gaze and black hair, he looked pretty handsome. But I knew what his heart is like. Merciless.

I was practically hiding behind Alarick.

"Welcome, Mr. Knight." He said as he offered his hand to Alarick.

Alarick nodded shaking his hand firmly.

"And who's this gorgeous lady with you?" He said as he smirked looking at me. I could feel Alarick stiffened.

"She is my interior designer, Amelia Primrose." Alarick stated firmly pressing on the word 'my'.

"Amelia. What a beautiful name!" He exclaimed as he kept looking at me with that stupid smirk on his face, "You look exactly like Rebecca. My ex."

I cringed at the way my name came out of his mouth.

Gathering myself up, I faked a smile at him.

"Enough. Let's get to work." Alarick looked completely annoyed by his presence.

"Uhm hum I need to go. I'll see you...in the evening." Roman said looking at me as he slipped his hand into his pockets. He walked past me intentionally brushing his shoulder with mine.

My head started pounding and I realized that I was holding my breath. I let it out and then inhaled deeply.

"Are you okay?" Isaac asked patting my shoulder and I just nodded.

"Miss. Primrose, look around the building and go back to the hotel. You will work in your room. There's no need to stay here." Alarick said expressionless and went into another room.

I just nodded and sighed loudly.

I shouldn't have come here.

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