A novel of passion's flame chapter 30
NORA'S POV
I stared at my phone,my heart still racing from Alexander's confession. He missed me!
I couldn't believe it. Alexander,the powerful and handsome billionaire, missed me!I couldn't stop blushing.
I took a deep breath and typed my response. "𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮?"I sent it immediately, shutting my eyes as I waited for his response anxiously.
My phone buzzed àgain and I quickly opened my eyes to read his message. "𝙔𝙚𝙨,𝘿𝙞𝙙'𝙣𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨 𝙢𝙚?" My breath hitched as I stared at it.
I did miss him but I can't admit that to him. I racked my brain for a response that would divert the topic.
"𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙣 𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙚𝙧 ,𝘼𝙧𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙤𝙛𝙛𝙞𝙘𝙚 ?"I sent it, staring anxiously at the screen.
A few minutes passed, and I thought he wasn't going to respond but then my phone buzzed Again.
"𝙄'𝙢 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙝𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙬"
I felt a flutter of excitement in my chest as I read the message. He was coming home now?,I couldn't help but if he wanted to see me.
I bit my lip, smiling to myself. I couldn't wait to see him. I missed his charming smile,His voice, His piercing eyes...I just missed him so damn much.
What was wrong with me? It felt like my feelings for him were growing stronger by the minute,I couldn't stay away from him no matter how hard I tried,It felt like I was getting addicted.
He'd only left for work a few hours ago and I was already craving his presence like I hadn't seen him in years. My feelings were going out of control.
What do I do? I closed my eyes trying to calm my racing heart but all I could think about was him. I thought about when our lips almost touched,..The spark that ignited when our lips brushed.
My eyelids grew heavy and I drifted to sleep but then I suddenly found myself running in a dark alley and August running after me.
I was panting heavily,Tears streaming down my eyes And my heart pounding hard against my chest as I ran but then suddenly Alexander came out of nowhere,His eyes burning in rage and he lunged at August.
The two of them started throwing punches at each other. I watched in horror as they fought,My heart racing rapidly and then suddenly August took out a gun and shot Alexander.
I screamed,my voice echoing through the alley,I immediately ran to Alexander but he was lying on the ground,His Eyes closed,His body wasn't moving...He wasn't breathing.
I screamed again and my eyes flew open. I sat up in bed, gasping for air. My heart was racing and my sheets were drenched with sweat.
August killed Alexander.....It was all a nightmare but the image of him Lying lifeless on the ground with his eyes closed made me so scared. I immediately grabbed my phone and checked the time. 11:28𝙋𝙢.
Was Alexander back home yet? What if...No! I should stop thinking about the nightmare. Was he okay?
I heard a loud clap of thunder and flinched,It was still raining heavily outside. I flinched again when I heard the loud lightning...I was breathing heavily. My heart was still racing from the nightmare.
I stood up and walked out of my room quietly heading towards Alexander's room,I needed to know if he was back home safe and sound...The nightmare I had scared me to death.
I gently knocked on his room door but there was no response and I felt my panic increase...Was he not back yet? I raised my hand to knock again but before I could do so,The door opened revealing Alexander..His eyes were filled with surprise.
I let out a breath of relief and rushed into his arms. He wrapped them around my waist gently and I felt his hands stroke my hair softly.
I felt a wave of relief wash over me knowing he was perfectly fine.
"Are you alright?"He asked,his voice low and concerned. I nodded pulling away from the hug. "I'm fine, Just..."My voice trailed off.
"You're crying"He stated,his eyes filled with concern. I touched my wet cheeks realizing that he was right,My face was wet with tears.
"What happened?"He asked softly,his hands cupping my cheeks gently as he looked directly into my eyes.
I took a deep breath, feeling goosebumps rising on my body at the feeling of his touch. "Nothing...I..I just had a nightmare"I answered, my voice barely audible.
"Do you want to talk about it?"He asked in a gentle tone that made my heart flutter in my chest.
I shook my head. "N..no,I don't want to talk about it"
Alexander's eyes filled with concern, but he didn't push me to talk about it. Instead, he pulled me into a gentle hug. "It's okay, Nora. I'm here for you"
I hugged him back. His warmth and presence were comforting, and I felt my racing heart begin to calm down.
As we hugged, I felt Alexander's hands stroking my hair softly, and his gentle touch sent shivers down my spine.
I pulled away from the hug, looking up at Alexander's concerned face. "I'm sorry," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. "I didn't mean to wake you up."
Alexander smiled softly. "You didn't wake me up," he said. "Couldn't sleep. Besides, I'm glad to see you here"
His words sent a warm feeling through my chest and I smiled back at him.
"It's late, You should get some rest"He said staring at me. "You can sleep here in my room maybe that'll make you feel more at ease"
I hesitated, feeling a flutter in my chest. Sleeping In his room? On his bed?! It sounded too personal...Too intimate.
"I...I don't know"I stammered, feeling my cheeks grow hot.
"You don't have to if you don't want to"He said softly. "You can take the bed and I'll take the couch"
I frowned. "But this is your room,I can't let you sleep on the couch"
"No,I don't want you to feel uncomfortable, I'll...."
I cut him off, still frowning and he chuckled. "The bed is big enough for us...We can share the bed"I said, feeling my cheeks heat up again.
I still couldn't that I agreed for us to share the bed,The thought was exciting but I was nervous at the same time.
What if I snore too loudly? Or I get too close to him?
"Okay"He said in a gentle tone and I nodded.
I nervously walked towards his bed and laid down on the left side, My heart pounding hard against my chest. The bed smelled like him... I resisted the urge to press my nose against the sheets to inhale his masculine scent more.
I felt the bed dip and then the Alexander was lying beside me,His warmth surrounding me. I bit my lip, feeling his eyes on me behind my back.
We lay there in silence for a few moments,The only sound was from the heavy rain outside.
I suddenly felt Alexander's hand touch my hair again, and I closed my eyes, letting out a soft sigh. His touch was soothing, calming.
But then, without warning, he pulled me closer to him. I gasped as his arm wrapped around me, pulling me into his chest.
My heart skipped a beat as I felt his warmth surround me. I was aware of his body pressed against mine, his chest rising and falling with each breath.
I felt a flutter in my chest as his hand stroked my hair again, this time more gently. His fingers trailed down my neck, sending shivers down my spine.
My heart was racing now, my pulse quickening. I felt like I was melting into his touch.
I tried to pull away, but Alexander's arm held me firm. He didn't seem to be holding me tightly, but I couldn't move.
I was trapped against his touch, his warmth. And I didn't want to escape.
Alexander's lips brushed against my neck, sending shivers down my spine. "I said I missed you earlier, but you didn't respond to that," he whispered, his breath tickling my skin. "I'm still waiting for your response."
I felt butterflies dancing in my belly as his words sent a flutter through my chest. His arms wrapped around me, pulling me closer until my bum pressed against something hard.
Alexander groaned quietly, his arms tightening around my waist. I gasped loudly, realizing what it was, and my cheeks burned red.
"I...I'm sorry...I didn't mean to..." I stuttered, mortified.
Alexander's lips whispered against my neck, "Stop apologizing..."
I shivered at the sensation, my heart racing with excitement. "So, did you miss me?" he asked again, his voice low and husky.
I admitted quietly, my voice barely audible, "I...I did." My cheeks burned with embarrassment, and I was thankful I wasn't facing him.
Alexander chuckled, the sound vibrating against my neck. "I knew it," he whispered, his lips brushing against my skin.
His hands tightened around my waist, pulling me closer. "And were you thinking about me too?" he asked, his voice low.
I breathed out, feeling his lips on my neck, "Y...yes."
Alexander's chuckle turned into a low, husky laugh, and he pulled me even closer.
"I'm glad I'm not the only one," he whispered, his breath tickling my ear.
"I forgot to thank you for getting me a phone, Thank you"I whispered and I felt him smile against my neck.
"Always welcome, Goodnight Nora"
"Good night Alexander"I whispered smiling widely.
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AUTHORESS POV
Tricia stepped into August's apartment,Her eyes filled with fear, She shouldn't have agreed to come meet him but he wouldn't stop threatening her so she decided to come see him.
"You're here!"She heard his voice behind her and she flinched turning to face him.
Her eyes went wide when she took in his appearance. He looked different...He looked more like a man that he was years ago,He looked even more SCARY with that large scar under his eyebrows.
"You look scared, I like that"He chuckled darkly. "But do not be scared my love, I'm not going to hurt you"
Tricia's heart skipped a beat in fear and she took a step back. "I'm not your love, I'm getting married to Alexander very soon"She said firmly.
August laughed lowly. "And you think I don't know that?"He stepped closer, stretching out a glass of wine for her.
She hesitantly took it and he grinned. "How have you been?"She asked.
"Careful there,I might think you're actually concerned about me when we both know you never think of anyone else but yourself"August said,his voice dripping with sarcasm as he gestured to the couch.
Her heels clicked as she walked towards the couch and sat down. "You've been hiding well, Alexander has been searching for you"She said coldly, taking a sip.
"The bastard wouldn't find me unless you decide to open your mouth and you wouldn't dare to..."He responded, smiling creepily.
"What makes you think so?"She ached her brows, staring at him boldly.
"You know what I'm capable of doing Tricia, You were there when I killed Athena but you did nothing."
She nodded. "I was scared"She admitted.
"Bullshit"He laughed and she felt a chill run down her spine. "You're heartless just as I am Tricia"He whispered, leaning towards her.
"Don't drag me into your shit, I didn't ask you to kill her Did I? What do you want August?"
"...I can't tell you yet, But what I want right now is for you to Take off your clothes and spread your legs for me, It's been a while I've f-cked a woman"
Tricia stared at him blankly. "I'm not your Whore"
He came closer and gripped her tightly pushing her back against the couch.
She gasped, staring at him with wide eyes. "Let go of me"She spoke in grifted teeth.
He teared off her skimpy shirt and a soft moan left her lips when he sucked her left nipple harshly against his mouth.
His lips left her nipples then trailed down to her neck and he sucked Making her let out a soft gasp.
He grinned and within seconds he had her naked under him and began f-king her until she lost her voice and couldn't scream anymore.