Seattle, 22nd November, 2023. *.*.*.*.*.
AmelieTHE Hall was adorned with only what could be described as opulence, the kind that Amelie could only wish for in her dreams. A cascade of crystal chandeliers shone over the exquisitely dressed guests who mingled beneath.Her heart raced alongside the high-tempo ballroom music that echoed through the walls of the beautiful room. Her fingers toyed nervously with the stem of the champagne flute that she had collected from a waiter earlier on, hoping to blend into the crowd as one of them.And blend in she did.Dressed in a body-hugging emerald green silk gown that matched her bright eyes and left nothing to the imagination, her golden blonde hair cascaded down in soft waves, framing a face adorned with delicate features and lips that pouted, begging to be kissed.Her best friend, Hailey, had wasted no effort to make her look sophisticated and elegant on the outside but on the inside, she was still the same Amelie Campbell, a blubbering shy mess.She had only come to this gala because her paintings would be sold and she would get a reasonable amount for it. It was the first time awell-connected, wealthy individual had offered to showcase her drawings and she had jumped at the opportunity.
She left the centre of the ballroom to go to where her most favorite drawing sat, waiting for its owner to claim it.“Beautiful, isn't it?” A deep voice broke through her reverie.Startled, she turned to face him, her emerald eyes meeting his grey stormy ones.He had striking features- a strong jawline, piercing grey eyes that promised chaos and dark tousled hair. He was dressed in a tailored tuxedo that hugged his tall, athletic frame, accentuating the broadness of his shoulders. He exuded an allure of confidence and magnetism which only made Amelie blush when she saw him smile.Nevertheless, she tilted her head and said in a soft voice, “It is.”Sebastian was captivated by the beautiful woman in front of him. The woman who looked like she belonged amongst the rich and yet seemed to want to flee.He tilted his head at her, letting a smile grace his lips. “What’s your name, mia bellezza?”
Amelie could feel herself blush at the term.My beauty.“Amelie Campbell,” She replied, wiling herself to stop blushing. “Sebastian Romano, bella.” He lifted her hand to his lips.She could feel her heart’s rate increasing, her face getting hot and her body tingling at the sound of his baritone and the feel of his hot lips.She faced the artwork once more as Sebastian appraised her painting not knowing the true owner of the art. They spoke of art, nature and their music tastes and soon enough Sebastian invited her onto the dance floor as they opened the ball.Looking back, maybe she should have wondered what his identity wasthat caused everyone there to part ways for him.
Would that have changed her choice as they left the hall to his home? Maybe, maybe not.All she knew that when he had extended an invitation to look at his collection of artwork in his home, she had jumped at the chance. Soon enough, they rode in a Rolls Royce- another detail she had overlooked.The mansion was a testament to his wealth. The entrance to his home was guarded by towering gates and guards. Well-tended-gardens lined the driveway as they reached a palatial building that looked liked it would cost millions of dollars.At this point, she faltered. Who was Sebastian Romano?He gave her a smile and she smiled back shyly, he brought her here so there shouldn't be a problem, she thought.Soon they entered the hallway which was adorned with priceless art pieces and modern furnishings. She admired all the paintings, wishingshe could stay here for the rest of her life.
She frowned, where did that thought come from?They spoke in hushed tones even though nobody else seemed to be around. The tension that had simmered between them finally reached its peak. Their gazes locked and without a word, Sebastian closed the distance between them, his lips capturing hers.As their lips come together, there is an instant spark that pulls them even closer. It set their bodies ablaze with searing heat, starting gently and then escalating quickly into something fierce and all-consuming.As the kiss deepens, there is an urgency in the way their bodies press together. Amelie finds herself suddenly with confidence she didn't know she has and she pulls him closer, wanting nothing between them.It's as if the connection makes them read each others’ minds as Sebastian soon grants her wish. He pulls her into his arms as he strides purposely to a room.They fumbles with buttons and zippers and soon they succumb to thedesire swirling through their entire body.
In the aftermath, Amelie lay beside Sebastian, her heart racing with uncertainty, guilt and exhilaration. She quickly got out of the bed, gathering her clothes and putting them on.She paused for a moment, looking back at Sebastian’s sleeping form and his features that softened in the moonlight. With regret now being the most central emotion in her heart, she scribbled a brief message to him.“I'm sorry. Thank you for the night.”- A.C.Her heart heavy with conflicting emotions, she made sure to be quiet as she left the room, leaving behind the echoes of their passionate union.Meanwhile, Sebastian woke up, reaching out for the soothing touch of the woman who had ignited him. He met cold sheets, a stark reminder of their fleeting connection.Little did both of them know, fate had weaved their destinies together, setting the stage for a chaotic journey of emotions, unexpectedrevelations and love.
AmelieAs she rushed through the morning, trying to make up for the lost time she had wasted while asleep the previous night, her mind still reeled from the whirlwind of events that had happened the night before.She was trying to prepare her younger twin siblings, Harrison and Harriet for school. Soon enough, she packed their bags and walked them to the doorstep where the school bus soon came to pick them up. She sighed in relief, glad that they hadn't missed the bus.She kissed both of their cheeks, wishing them a happy day and also reminding Harrison to eat his meal as he always forgot to do so.When she turned, she could feel the stares of the neighbors bore on her but whenever she turned to meet their eyes, they pretended to do something else.Shaking her head, she went into her room where her curiosity took over.Who was Sebastian Romano?She brought out her phone and typed in his name into her search engine. In less than two seconds, it had brought up so many results.Sebastian
“W..what?” She asked, When he made no signs of saying any other thing to her, she continued.“How can you propose such a thing? Marriage.. It's a very serious thing.” She mumbled.It did not matter if she liked him or not. she had always dreamt of marrying someone whom she was in love with. Someone that she could spend the entire day with, her entire years on this earth with and still love the person no matter what happened.She didn't want to marry someone just because a scandal had broke out.“I know it is.” Sebastian affirmed.“If you do, then why are you saying this? Is it because of your reputation? I saw that you are usually not seen with girls. Some even say you're gay.” She blushed at her last sentence.Sebastian suddenly laughed, a deep reverberating sound that echoed throughout her body and tingled everywhere from the top of her head down to her sole of her feet.“Gay? Why don't you tell me, darling? Did I seem gay to you last night?” He asked, his voice deep and husky.The
Sebastian strode towards Amelie and she cowered back almost instinctively. He growled, angry that she was scared of him because of whoever the idiot was.He turned to the man, rage that he has never felt before swirling around his chest, throughout his entire body.He strode to him and picked him up by his shirt and then slammed him on the wall. He didn't waste time to put his hands around his neck.“What gave you the right to think you could lay your filthy hands on my future wife?” His voice was terrifying, meant to strike fear and yet Amelie could find herself liking the way his voice sounded.It made her feel hot, the way he spoke because he was angry that someone had tried to hurt her.She felt protected.Maybe she would like the marriage arrangement after all.She rushed to them when she saw that his right hand was wrapped around her father’s neck, his face turning from red to blue.“I asked you a question, lowlife.” He taunted.“Wait, if you continue like this, you'll k..kill h
“Right now?” She asked.“If you're okay with that.”“Okay.” She whispered.“Great. I was thinking of a movie marathon. You were saying yesterday that you loved The Witcher books and you wanted to watch the series, right? We can start with that.”Soon enough they were cuddled together in Amelie’s cosy room which was dimly lit by the soft glow of the television as Amelie had closed all the windows to give the room a ‘cinema-like look.’ Empty popcorn bowls and soda bottles laid at their feet.Hours passed without them realizing it as they spend the time in each other’s company, laughing and stealing glances from time to time.When they were about to start the sixth episode, Amelie’s stomach suddenly rumbled, a low complaining sound. Seb chuckled, “Come on, let me cook for you.”“Ooh, so you're a chef.” She said playfully.He tapped her nose as he walked to the kitchen, an aroma of different spices immediately filling his nose as he stepped into the kitchen.They worked in sync, chopping
The sun cast a warm glow over the park as Sebastian, Harry, and Harriet frolicked around, their laughter echoing in the air. It was a blissful scene, one that momentarily lifted my worries. But that sense of coolness shattered when I glanced at my phone and saw the threatening message from Kingsley.My heart jogged, and a shiver ran down my spine. The words on the screen were startling, warning of impending danger. I couldn't ignore it. Fear clutched at me, squeezing tighter with every passing second. I had to get them out of the park, away from any potential harm."Sebastian," I called out, my voice tinged with urgency. "Harry, Harriet, come here, please."They hopped over, their joyful expressions fading as they noticed the worry etched across my face. "What's wrong, Amelia?" Sebastian asked, concern lacing his voice."Something's come up, and I think we should leave the park," I said, trying to maintain serenity while not alarming them. I didn't want to scare them unnecessarily, bu
The boardroom buzzed with anticipation as I settled into my seat at the head of the table. Today's meeting was crucial—an opportunity to seal a partnership between Eudora Company and one of the country's biggest marketing firms. The success of this deal was paramount, but my mind couldn't shake off the worry about Amelia and the unsettling message she had received. As the executives filed in, I forced myself to focus on the task at hand. "Good morning, everyone. Thank you for being here. Let's get started." The discussion began, with each executive presenting their insights and strategies for the partnership. I nodded attentively, making mental notes, but my thoughts kept drifting back to Amelia and our conversation earlier. I hoped she was feeling better and not letting the threat overshadow her day. One of the executives, Mr. Jenkins, began detailing the prospective benefits of the collaboration. "This partnership could enormously boost our market reach and brand visibility," he e
As I gathered my things to head over to Amelia's place, my mind buzzed with concern for her and her younger siblings. Before I could step out, my phone rang, displaying an unknown number. It rang three times, but whenever I answered, there was no response, only silence on the other end. Frowning at the strange occurrence, I tried to shake off the odd feeling lingering within me. But just as I was about to set out again, my best friend, Alex, called, insisting on meeting at the club. I thought twice for a moment, torn between my worry for Amelia and the need to check on her, and the unexpected call from Alex. "Hey, Alex," I greeted as I answered the call, trying to sound composed despite my conflicting thoughts. "Sebastian, buddy, you gotta come to the club tonight! It's going to be epic," Alex enthused, his excitement evident in his voice. I sighed, feeling torn between my responsibilities and the call of an evening out. "I'm a bit tied up right now, Alex. I was actually on my way
With each passing moment, I hoped for a sense of normalcy to return, but the events of the night had left an indelible mark, reminding me of the fragility of safety and the need for constant vigilance in a world where danger could lurk in unexpected places. **Amelia POV** I anxiously paced back and forth in the living room, my thoughts consumed by worry for Sebastian's safety. He was supposed to come over, but hours had passed, and there was no sign of him. My mind spiraled with anxiety, imagining worst-case scenarios, fearing that the tailing car might have posed a threat. When his call had come earlier, asking if I was alright, I couldn't bring myself to admit my fear. I lied, assuring him that everything was fine, not wanting to burden him with my concerns or divulge the unsettling situation with Kingsley, my ex, and the threatening messages. The silence of the night was deafening, amplifying my unease. I tried to distract myself, busying myself with mundane tasks, but the worry