He heard a knock on his door. His eyes rolled to the clock hung in his room. It was 1pm and he wasn't expecting anyone. The drowsy man let out a yawn and jumped from the bed while dragging his feet towards the door.Although, he carried an object of defense just In case it turns out to be a thug or threat at his door. He turned the door knob intending to see who it was, but suddenly, someone hugged him which made him flinch but he realized who it was and so he had to remain calm, though confused at the same time.It was Natalie, and she was pouring out her tears on his shoulder, whimpering. He had to close the door and refrain from the hug as he seems puzzled, wondering what would bring the queen bee to his house.“Rodger…” She muttered, embracing him again as her body was shivering that she couldn't utter a word except his name because she was trembling and anxious. He cuddled her in his arms, assuring her that she would be fine. Rodger was unable to make her speak, but he could tell
He widened his eyes at her, her statement made him sad because it could only mean that when Alex was violent on her, he made her had s*x with him aggressively out of her wish.This was rape to him because every woman had a right to their body, be it married or not. Her tears dropped on his face and he was badly hurt by that.He wrapped his arms around her once again, as though cuddling her to his body. He could understand the trauma she was going through and just couldn't tell anyone about it.Rodger couldn't say a word either to her as he was really shattered to hear that and how dare Alex who always stood up for women that were abused but now, he was treating Natalie that way!Indeed, one shouldn't judge a book by its cover. Most people had thought Rodger would be the tough guy or better still the bad guy, but it turns out he was mild and gentle at heart with great features that could make one call him an angel but Alex whom they perceived to be the saint turns out to be the bad guy
She mumbled and squints her eyes, attempting to get them opened. It was quite early, and she tried rolling over, but a strong arm wasn't letting her. She felt this person's breath on her neck, and it made her let out a smile. The fact that he didn't leave her alone after making love to her all night made her feel safe.She managed to roll over and stare at his face, he was still asleep, and she placed a finger at his lips while licking hers subconsciously. This girl didn't mind if she was committing a sin with her fiancé's brother, as all that matters was that he treated her differently.Hearing him say he loves her made her quiver, and she was willing to break up with Alex just to stay with Rodger. She wrapped her leg around his waist and leaned closer to him to feel his breath on her face.Her happy suddenly became curious as she noticed what she had done. What if perhaps Alex figures out before she speaks? “What's wrong with me?” She muttered shaking her head and taking her finger
“Damn it! How dare she!” Alex groaned as he climbed down the stairs. He wasn't responding to Rodger as he acted as though his stepbrother was invisible before him. He was threatening Natalie right in the presence, and Rodger clenched his fist firmly.“Alex, stop it, she has her reasons for not responding” he beckoned calmly while climbing downstairs too.A curve lingered around his left eyebrow at Rodger, who swallowed hard. His eyes met his fist, and a mischievous smile left Alex's lips.“Does it hurt?” Alex said unexpectedly to Rodger, who scoffed at his question.“Why do you ask? It just not proper to threaten someone you're close with remember Alex, you always get hurt if anyone threatens me or Natalie or the men who work for you” Rodger defended hoping Alex buys that.The young lad nodded and paced towards the kitchen because he was exhausted from today. He had to search for his missing rib and couldn't find her yet.“Did anything happen between you two?” Rodger asked, yawning as
The doorbell rang countless times, but there was no response. He growled and input the password that would get him inside the house. However, his attention was drawn by a violin that was being played.His staggering legs led him towards where that beautiful piece of art was played from. It made him somber and had a tone of magical arenas. The beautiful sound was coming from the garden.He could roses blooming everywhere, and red veils hung around and being swept by the wind. They were obstructing his path to reach for who played the violin. However, he began to tear them down to grant him access to meet who made his heart flutter.There she was in a red gown, backing him and playing romantically. Her long hair was braided beautifully and decorated with various flowers that it made her look like the queen of the garden. It was like he was in a vast field of flowers.He never imagined he had such a place around his mansion as his garden wasn't up to this size, and it was creepy yet adve
The bar man assisted Natalie in carrying Alex to the car. He was kept in the back seat, just In case he wants to fall asleep.He laid his head on the seat as Natalie had covered him with a coat. It was cold outside, and so she made sure all the windows were locked just so he could keep warm where he sat.His wavering eyes were on the rear mirror and staring at Natalie, who took the drive. His nightmare kept flooding his memory, and it got him frighten.“Natalie… would you leave me alone?”She didn't give a response to that question as she asked him to sleep because he needed rest to get back to his senses.He scoffed and leaned his body closer to the driver's seat.“You would leave, right?” He growled as he hated it when she divulges his question and respond with another.“Alex, stop asking such question…”She suddenly paused when she realized that his hands were slowly reaching for her seatbelt.“You're going to leave me, right?” He mused as he tightens the seat belt around her waist
She heard her phone beep, interrupting her thoughts, and it turns out to be Rodger who was certainly calling to ask if she was faring fine which of course she wasn't but still had to assure him she was.Natalie had to lock her door just In case Alex might be spying on her before responding to him. Hearing Rodger's voice gave her peace of mind. As that heavy heart had to stay relaxed and weary of troubles.“Hey your voice doesn't seem okay” he beckoned, and she scoffed, assuring that she was and if keeps worrying like that he might turn out to be the one who would break down.He intended to tell Natalie that he was going to file a human right case against Alex, but he couldn't see himself telling her because he knows, she so much loves Alex that she wouldn't want to open up and speak against the injustice he was making her pass through.Natalie intended to share with Rodger that she was going to break off with Alex, but couldn't find herself doing that until she had mustered a lot of c
“Where are you, Natalie!” He barked, rubbing his hair and making a high pitch snicker. In a few minutes, she strides downstairs dressed for work and not wanting to ruin her mood.Alex scoffed as he asked why she delayed, but it was obvious she didn't want anything to do with him anymore.“Busy”He was about to say another word when he saw a message beep on his phone. Alex gave a brief glance at the message and heaved a sigh.“We are needed as advocates for human rights”Natalie folded her lips when he was relying on to this message. Seriously? How long would they keep pretending to be the perfect couples in public yet violence reigns in their home? Alex keeps taking awards as a strong advocate of human rights, yet he was a murderer.“Good luck on that” she muttered, treading pass him as she reached for the exit door.“You're coming alone”“No, I'm not” she reported while taking her last step out of the house. Alex grimaced at her.“Whatever” he mused but then remembered why he needed