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2023-11-17 05:28:15Rhys gulped down the third cup of the Vodka wiping off his mouth. It seems to be the only tasteful and ease he feels as of the moment.
"I think that's enough" the bartender reasons, giving Rhys a pitiful look.
Rhys shot his eyes briefly as though calming himself as it didn't seem to work. He wasn't drunk, and a few drinks won't do the trick, he has had much more than he is now, but Rhys has it by composing himself.
He felt a hand placed on his shoulder while he lifted the cup to his lips. He paused, keeping the cup down before turning.
He growled seeing Blake of course he was here too. Mum would never let Angela attend gala's on her own without having one of the Mickelson brothers tag along.
Angela is like the golden egg of the family, she has everyone's love, respect, and protectiveness.
"Yeesh! You look like crap" Blake spat playfully, settling down on the seat next to his brother.
Rhys shrugged. "You're here too?"
"Of course, Angela is here after all." He responds to which Rhys nods, gulping down the remaining substance in the cup.
"It's really good to see you, Rhys," Blake says his tune soft, holding sort of emotions.
"It wasn't cool how you shut us all out of your life, you know. It didn't only affect our relationship but Mum's mental health as well. You know how much you mean to her, having you go against her and choosing a woman over her was not cool" Blake says each word of his getting to Rhys.
Yes, he did and he had paid the price dearly. If only he had gone with the saying, Family comes first, then maybe he wouldn't be stuck in the mess he's already in.
"I know. I plan on fixing things"
Blake chuckles, "How? With you gone, Ron has been handling things, he's not even ready to forgive or take you back. Dad is more disappointed than you could imagine" he paused, "And mum, you know you still have the deal on about not finding the right one and what you had to do in return"
Shit!
He forgot about that. He didn't see that coming all too soon. With what's happened with Natalie, Rhys doesn't think he could give them a second chance at love, that's not possible.
But does he have a choice? No, after what he's done arguing or trying to breach the agreement is not an option.
"Who is she?" Rhys asks.
"Huh?"
"The woman mum has in mind" he responds instantly.
"I'm not sure. Why?"
Rhys waved him off. He thought he'd have an insight but as expected he didn't.
Rhys heaved out a sigh, "Where the hell is this girl" he mumbled, roaming his stare around in search of Angela.
His eyes fell on some Familiar faces that had tortured him with mental abuse during his saga of finding true love.
He hissed at how he had let them torment him, taking every shit that slips out from their mouth all for love, and in the end all of that went in vain.
How pitiful.
"What is it?" Blake asked following his gaze.
"Nothing. Do me a favor and do a little research on Alec Freeman. " Rhys says wanting to begin things as soon as he can.
Blake nods, not bothering to ask why as he knows that his brother is definitely up to no good. He pities the people that had taken Rhys for granted and mistreated him, how sad they'd live to see their downfall.
If there's one thing Rhys despises and would never overlook, then it's being little. It's surprising that all this while he had been so tolerant coming from a man that is so impatient and powerful.
"What about the hospital?" Blake asks, cutting short the silence.
"I dropped that the minute I left New York." He replies.
Blake's brows furrowed in confusion, "What did you say to them? I mean what excuse did you give in doctor"
"I own the hospital," Rhys says, seeing as his brother seems to be forgetting that he's the boss of himself.
"It doesn't matter. Have you any idea how the news about your death has been running haywire"
Rhys snapped his attention completely back on Blake in confusion, "What?"
Blake bit his lower lip, "Oops, you weren't supposed to hear about that"
Rhys shot him a glare, "what do you mean? Talk to me"
Blake breaths out, "While you were away or should I say after you had gone against the family and led your own life, Ron had pronounced you dead at a press conference he had"
Rhys choked on his breath, surprised at his brother's act. "You're serious?"
Blake nodded, "I told you, Ron's is pretty upset--"
Rhys cut him off before he could finish, "Fuck him! That asshole"
Blamed placed a hand on his shoulder, "Easy there. You know you're not the victim here, right? So you don't have the right to be getting all grumpy. You've hurt us as much as that bitch has with you"
Rhys shot him a glare displeased by his words even though he knew what Blake was saying was right.
"So I can say we're even now" he chuckled.
Rhys hissed rubbing on his temples as if it was the only way to ease his tension.
Just then Rhys attention is drawn to Angela that stood in the middle of the dance floor with Austin roaming his hands around her.
Angela seems to be struggling to push him off as she doesn't look as comfortable.
Rhys held tight on the glass he held with his nose flaring with anger.
"Hey man, are you okay?" Blake questions following his gaze.
Rhys made a move to get up and go take care of things but Blake paused him knowing if Rhys was to go there things would get out of hand.
"I'll go. Relax" with that he walked there creating a distance between Angela and Austin.
Rhys watched as they spoke for a bit before Austin moved his stare towards Rhys that looked like he could disfigure the crap face any moment from now.
"Well well well, if it isn't Rhys Mickelson" Austin mocked as he reached him.
Austin Moon, one of the bullies who didn't let him breathe in peace.
"Hey man, we don't--" Blake returns, trying to end this before things could get out of hand.
One of Austin's minions pushed him back almost causing him to lose balance but Blake knew his ways.
All the Mickelson's learned martial arts at a young age. They grew up being taught how to defend themselves if they needed to arrive.
Someone needs to teach them a lesson.
"What's up with you and my Babe?" Austin questions referring to Angela as his.
Angela soon joined the scene sharing a knowing look with Rhys. The glare he shot her had her tear her stare off in fear.
Rhys didn't get why she couldn't defend herself and stop him. He knows Angela to be a feisty bullheaded that doesn't take shit especially not from men.
But then was he missing something?
"Oh, I see what's going on here. She's your fucking slut." Austin insults gazing between the duo.
His minions burst into fits of laughter angering Rhys even more yet he tries to burn down his rage by the glass full of drink.
"You fucking golddigger pretending to be some kinda saint-ish whore. All this time that you've been playing with the opportunity of having me Fuck you, it's all because of him?" Austin spat disgustingly gripping on her arm.
"Huh? What's the matter, you've run short of words. Normally that tiny little mouth of yours that you use to suck of Rhys fucking Mickelson's disgusting dick, is never out of words" he adds.
Rhys was losing it you could sense by the heavy breaths. He was letting Angela use the opportunity to best the shit out of him.
"SPEAK!" Austin thunders.
Rhys lets out a breath, "Let her go '' he orders his tune as calm as ever but the hard look he shot Austin could bury him six feets under that ground if looks could kill.
Austin let go of Angela moving to Rhy, "Or what? What are you going to do about it huh?"
Angela shakes her head from behind sending Rhys a pleading look, knowing that Austin was digging his own grave without knowing.
"Trust me, you don't want to do this" Blake tries to reason Austin out of it.
Blake knows how short-tempered Rhys is, minor things piss him off and by the looks of it, Rhys seems to have a beef with Austin.
It was a bad idea for Austin to spend a minute or two here without leaving cause his presence only seemed to irritate Rhys even more.
That's why Blake is trying to reason with Austin and save him from going home disfigured but then the guy doesn't seem to get the hint, he's hell-bent on doing what he came for.
"And you are? His minion?" One of Austin's friends spews mockingly causing all of them to giggle.
"What are you doing here? Parties like these aren't for the poor." Austin snared, "Oh and I heard Natalie finally called things off" he laughed out.
Rhys claimed his hands harder into a fist with barely contained anger.
"Leave!" His voice came in the calmest way possible huffing out a series of breaths.
Austin and his minions laughed, "Or what? What are you going to do about it?"
"Man you heard him, you should go" Blake adds, roaming his stare around as a scene was already being created.
"Shut the fuck up! You don't get to tell us what to do" The other man that stood next to Austin says displeased.
"We should leave," Angela finally says to Rhys and Blake, deciding it's the only way she could prevent her brother from erupting.
"It all makes sense now. He's your fucker boy that's why you--" Angela turned giving him a tight slap on his left cheek, preventing him from spewing the rubbish he had in mind.
"You mind your tongue" she hissed a sudden anger reeling up.
Austin stared at her flabbergasted by her sudden action urging him to retaliate but before he could Rhys held on to his hand clenching hard on it.
"What's wrong fucker boy? Don't want to see your whore getting beaten up!" He spat.
Rhys narrowed his stare at him flinging off his hands as though they were a piece of trash, "Don't you dare"
Just then one of Austin's minions picked up a glass and split it over Rhys head, "Cool off man! You seem hot" he mocked.
Austin and his men laughed.
Blake and Angela shared a look knowing there's no going back.
"You–" before Austin could form his statement Rhys had already sent him a punch landing him to the ground.
They all sucked in a breath the air suddenly getting. tensed.
He has crossed the line, now he will get what's coming for him.
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"Son" She reached out for him, slipping a hand on his side cheek as a tear rolled down. The longing in her eyes is evident in how much she has missed him. Breaking into sobs, she pulled him in for a hugRhys stood stiff, unable to retaliate as he felt a pang of guilt. He has not only been selfish but a disappointment to his mother. He chooses a woman that has not only caused him pain over his mother."I thought I'd never see you again " She cried out patting his back. She pulled back from the hug cupping his face, "You look different" The way she said the word differently had him comprehend what aspect she meant not only because of his physical appearance. Yeah! He looks like crap. "Come" she ushers, leading him to one of the seaters. "How have you been my child? I thought I'd lost you"Rhys clears his throat having enough of the sentimental moment, "I'm fine mum--""No. You're not!" She goes against it, "Look at you, Rhys. You're not the same as you left years back."He sighs o
Vindictive Dr Rhys 9. Dwelling In The Past.
He stirred on the bed with the sheets covered around his body. Every inch of his muscle felt numb and drained. A sharp pain hit his forehead, urging a growl out of his lips.Fucking hangover. He brought his right hand to his head and mumbled curses under his breath."Good morning, Master. What would you like for me to do for you today?" Curella questions her sound, piercing his ears.He hissed, putting the pillow on his face, with a feeble groan. "No." He mumbled, knowing that if he didn't reply, she'd go on with her questions, which would only irritate him further."Okay, but you should know that your sister is approaching," she says.His eyes instantly split open. "Whatever you do, do not give her access," he warns."Angela has access to my security panels."Rhys curses; of course she does. It's Angela, after all; she always finds her way in and out of his affairs or belongings.Rhys could tell one or two things why she's here: either mom sent her to check up on him orHis thoughts
Vindictive Dr Rhys 10. Family Dinner.
He clad himself in a sweatpants and hoodie taking one of his spotless watches that were arrayed at their respective positive. He was to have dinner with the family, if it was up to him, he'd rather stay locked up at his penthouse dwelling into his sorrows but he knew better than to go against his mother's invite, especially since it's family dinner, something he hasn't shared with them for a while. Rhys stared at himself in the mirror, the reflection of a different version of him that he never thought would come to life.He rubbed on his unkept jawline, scratching on his itchy beard. Natalie has not only ripped his heart and soul but has transformed Rhys into the worst version of himself. If only he had known right from the start. As observant as Rhys is, he wasn't dumb to be deceived so easily yet Natalie had proven him to be wrong. Sparing himself a last-second glance, he lifts the hood of his hoodie covering up before picking a random car key from the stack. He walked out of
Vindictive Dr Rhys 11. A Father's Pride.
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"Think about it, son," Mum says, placing a kiss on his left cheek.He nodded, his deep frown still etched on his face. "I will," he mumbled in response."Oh, and please do something about your looks." She suggests not liking how unpresentable he looks.He fought a chuckle. "That won't be necessary now, will it?"Judging by the circumstances at hand, Rhys is still trying to make sense of the mission and put the two together with his plans in hand.She laughs, "So I'll take that as yes, then? You are willing to do this?"He shrugs, "Maybe.""I believe in you, son. I know how overwhelming it is for you. Having to relive the life that had almost cost you everything," Mom says in concern.He hummed, unsure of how to respond to her."I know how badly you want your revenge, but you need to act smarter than you already are. You're the toughest amongst your brothers, Rhys," she breathes out. "You've always been the obstinate, nonchalant one, right from when you were kids. Sometimes I had worri
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His heart dropped as he sighted her figure at the distinct end of the room. His breath heavier feeling the rage surge through him, just by her silent sobs.“Tigress” he mumbled walking towards her but she didn’t move an inch, probably didn’t hear him.He stood by her side and still no amount of awareness being shown by Ashley. It’s like she’s suddenly turned into a rock.The thoughts of what Giovanni has done to his wife don’t sit well with him. It bothers him big time knowing Ashley had to go through it alone.He had a choice either to save her or the mission and once again he chose the mission. He maybe doesn’t have feelings for her but he cares for her that’s for sure.Heaving out a sigh, he placed a hand on her lower back urging her to bolt her head up in terror with a scream smiling from her lips.Soon her screams died down as her sight came in contact with Rhys’s.He knew he was the last person she was expecting but he didn’t think it’d be this obvious.He cupped on her cheek, “
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His heart dropped as he sighted her figure at the distinct end of the room. His breath heavier feeling the rage surge through him, just by her silent sobs.“Tigress” he mumbled walking towards her but she didn’t move an inch, probably didn’t hear him.He stood by her side and still no amount of awareness being shown by Ashley. It’s like she’s suddenly turned into a rock.The thoughts of what Giovanni has done to his wife don’t sit well with him. It bothers him big time knowing Ashley had to go through it alone.He had a choice either to save her or the mission and once again he chose the mission. He maybe doesn’t have feelings for her but he cares for her that’s for sure.Heaving out a sigh, he placed a hand on her lower back urging her to bolt her head up in terror with a scream smiling from her lips.Soon her screams died down as her sight came in contact with Rhys’s.He knew he was the last person she was expecting but he didn’t think it’d be this obvious.He cupped on her cheek, “
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77. Who Are You?
His heart dropped as he sighted her figure at the distinct end of the room. His breath heavier feeling the rage surge through him, just by her silent sobs.“Tigress” he mumbled walking towards her but she didn’t move an inch, probably didn’t hear him.He stood by her side and still no amount of awareness being shown by Ashley. It’s like she’s suddenly turned into a rock.The thoughts of what Giovanni has done to his wife don’t sit well with him. It bothers him big time knowing Ashley had to go through it alone.He had a choice either to save her or the mission and once again he chose the mission. He maybe doesn’t have feelings for her but he cares for her that’s for sure.Heaving out a sigh, he placed a hand on her lower back urging her to bolt her head up in terror with a scream smiling from her lips.Soon her screams died down as her sight came in contact with Rhys’s.He knew he was the last person she was expecting but he didn’t think it’d be this obvious.He cupped on her cheek, “
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76. Coma.
Rhys walked out of the building with Alec tailing behind. Before Rhys could register what was going on, Alec had pinned him to the ground launching punches on him.“You dare lay your hands on my wife” he punched on Rhys.“How dare you place a finger on her?!” Punch.He had already gathered a scene just as he wanted. Rhys had to struggle with his inner thoughts, one side of him telling him to retaliate and the other urging him to keep calm and not endanger his wife.It was hard to choose which to go with the embarrassment Alec was causing him.“What’s going on here!?” A third party arrives with his guards standing at the back of him.Rhys lifted his gaze meeting with Giovanni’s just then Ashley walked out of the building but soon her steps came to a halt when she met eyes with Giovanni.“Clear the path” Giovanni orders the guards to which they adhered.Soon it was only, Ashley, Giovanni, Alec, and Rhys in the scene.Rhys stole a glance at his wife who looked like she’d pass out any mo
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75. Natalie.
Rhys walked into the boardroom oozing confidence and power. His jawline hardens to be sharp, sharp enough to slice through any obstacles that come his way.His breath hitched as he walked meeting with his wife in converse with Damien. One of the perverts in the Freeman Corp.He burned his stare making his presence known to her. Just as their eye clicked he didn’t miss the way she moved uncomfortably.“You’re late” Alec spat sending daggers at Rhys that seemed to be unhinged.Rhys had almost forgotten about the role he was to play before his true identity was revealed. He didn’t care at the moment, what irked him was the fact that his wife was seared a few steps away conversing with Damien while he rubbed her shoulder.His hands fisted, “Sorry” he mumbled taking a seat with his eyes still glued to his wife.Ashley moved away from Damien making Rhys smirk before he turned his stare away, letting the poor girl breathe.Soon enough the meeting began.Rhys knew the meeting had everything t
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74. Anger, hurt And Disappointment
Rhys walked out of the car with Ashley by his side walking their way to the entrance of the house.He wasn’t only introducing her to his parents but rather a way of telling them he has agreed with their decision even though he knows deep down his siblings would be the last person to agree to the fact that Rhys accepted defeat.The door swings open revealing one of the maids.“Good Morning Master” she greets sharing a look with Ashley.He didn’t miss the way the duo had smiled at each other causing his left brow to arch up. He didn’t need to be told that the two had formed a relationship with the days Ashley had spent in the villa.He placed his hands on Ashley’s lower back ushering her inside the house and caught into their staring contest moment.“Let’s go” he ushers.He led them to the dining table where he’s sure by now they must be having breakfast. Their presence has the air suddenly filled up the place seizing Mickelson’s attention.Rhys's eyes dropped on his mother who has her
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73. Be Your Worst Nightmare.
Ashley watched as he walked away unsure of how she was feeling at the moment. Seeing a different shade of Rhys kept her on the edge these days.It’s like he’s a different person. Deep down she knew that right from the start Rhy had more to what she thought of him even though she couldn’t point it out.Rhys Mickelson.Her husband, or rather disguised billionaire into a riffraff. There is more to Rhys that she’s yet to see, she’d be lying if she says she says she wasn’t afraid deep down but the comfort Rhys had been rendering makes her feel insecurely safe.The sincerity in his tune when he said he’d protect her and make sure her uncle and Giovanni would stay a length away from her has her doubt cleared out now that she knows what sort of a person he is.Maybe not know him completely but she has a hint.He’s a Mickelson after all. Their power and dominance are enough to wipe their enemies out of existence with a snap of a finger and with no trails left behind.She huffed out a sigh gett
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72. Acceptance.
“Where is she?” Ron grumbled through the phone as Rhys placed the fry that threatened to slip from the plate he had assembled Ashley’s breakfast.Heaving out a sigh Rhys held onto the phone on his right ear. “With me, is there a problem with that?” he asked knowing very well who Ron was talking about.“Mum thinks she’s unsafe with you. You better not try—“ Before Ron could complete his statement Rhys cut off the call discarding it to the side.Rhys paused for a second placing both hands on the counter as he let out deep breaths of frustration and annoyance.He’d be lying if he said it didn’t bother him but how his relationship with his mother is going? It’s like she has completely diverted away from him and turned him into an outsider.She has no ounce of respect or faith in him which makes his heart squeeze in displeasure. He knew it was going to take a lot more than fixing Ashley’s life to patch up their relationship but nothing he wasn’t willing to try to get her back to to his si
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71. Speak.
Rhys stared as she forcefully took spoons of the food with her limbs shivering here and there while she stole glances at him.He probably shouldn’t be making her much more panicked and as uncomfortable as she is but he couldn’t help but stare at her.She is a freaking goddess in all shades of her, beautiful yet poisonous to him. Ashley is a forbidden fruit that he needs to abstain from before she fully becomes part of his life. He feared he would pull her into his already messed-up life.How on earth does his parent expect him to live with her for the rest of his life without breaking the boundaries? As it is, he has tried crossing limits here and there but he always backs out before it’s too late.He moved his eyes around her shuddering lips gulping down as he tried to keep himself calm until he could no longer contain it, he leaned up grabbing a hold of her left cheek before claiming her lips. Rhys groans nibbling on her lower lips till she eventually gives in and grants him access
