Elijah's POV

Today is just like any other day, but there is one difference. My heart has filled with ecstasy for Avery. Finally, she is out of this shitty contract marriage. It means that she will always be mine. I just need to be close to her not only because of my selfish heart but also for Callan or whoever he is.

There is no sign of him since that incident. I wonder if he's dead, or he may be planning something huge.

I'm still laying in my bed, after the long eventful night. Many things happened. Maxim has gone from our lives, but I know that he won't give up easily. He will come back, and I'll be ready to protect my principessa from him.

"Eli!" A high-pitched familiar voice snaps me out of my thoughts. I jostle up a little, due to this sudden voice.

"Don't you need to go to the office?"

Ugh! This girl will never let me live my moment peacefully.

I get up from the bed and shift my gaze towards my bedroom's door. It's Lara. Wait! What the hell is she wearing? Lara is wearing a very tight black crop top, which is too revealing and shorts that lasts till her butt. Aren't these shorts too short?

"What the hell are you wearing, Lara?" I ask sternly.

"These are called clothes, Eli. Do you need glasses to see it?" She says, raising her eyebrows with sass.

"Don't use your sarcasm on me. It's 10 in the morning-"

"-Exactly, it's 10 in the morning, and you are acting like a pregnant hormonal lady, who didn't get laid." She says, cutting me off.

"Excuse you? I'm not acting like a pregnant lady, and where are you going dressed like that? I don't want horny men drooling over my baby sister." I say, going towards her.

"Baby sister? I'm only five minutes younger than you. Also, for your kind information, my boyfriend has invited me to watch him race. Then, we will have lunch together, and some little more things." She says, bluffing at me.

"My... My... who would have thought that one of the most powerful assassins, Scarlet will be doing lovey-dovey stuff with a guy, who is not from our world." I say, laughing at her.

"... And who would have thought that the most dangerous man on this earth would fall for a woman crazily." She says, mimicking  "Now, I'm going. My man is waiting for me."

What said Lara was o would have thought that the man, whom everyone fears in this world, will fall for a woman? Who would have thought that I would chase a woman like a lovesick but whatever, this is the world's best feeling.

Now, it's time to get equipped for work. Thinking this, I go inside the bathroom and take off my clothes. I turn on the shower as I settle the perfect temperature. The sound of rushing water invigorates me, the first drops are bitterly cold but quickly become warm to the touch and soon warm steam fills the bathroom as I allow the hot water to soothe my aching muscles. The steam from the shower is thick and fills the air. I wash away the grim from the day. This shower also feels perfect today.

I get out of the bathroom, wrapping a towel around my body as water droplets from my hair are dripping. I go inside the closet. Then, I dry my hair through a hairdryer and after checking a few outfits, I wear a navy blue office suite with a monochrome tie. Then, I brush my hair and use my usual perfume. I look perfect.

I get out of my room and go towards the living hall for breakfast.

"You look happy, so," Mom says, noticing a wide smile on my face.

"Yup, Mom. I don't know why, but I'm feeling it from the other day." I reply, trying to hold back my smile.

"That's good, but I have made your favourite food today." She says, winking at me.

"My favourite? You must have made lasagna." She nods. "Mom, it's been ages, since I ate your handmade lasagna."

"I know. Grab a seat at the dining table. I'm organizing plates for you."

After eating tasty lasagna, I'm full. Well, it was really tasty. I adore mom's cooking. She is the one who has taught me how to cook. Now, I'm out of my house, with car keys in my hands.

I jump on my Rolls-Royce and start driving.

*At Veneto Industries*

I've reached my office. As soon as I stepped inside, everyone started greeting me like always. I just nodded and made my way towards my cabin. As soon as I reach the cabin, I see that someone is already sitting there

It's Noah. He was in Italy. What is he doing here in America?

"What a pleasant surprise, Noah!" I say, widening my eyes with a huge smile on my face.

"Indeed. It is a surprise for you. How are you?" He replies, with a smug on his face.

"I'm fine, but you were in Italy. Now, you are here without any notice."

"Well, I've shifted to America-"

"-Are you kidding me? This is the best news I've ever heard." I reply, pulling him into a hug as he stands up from his place. "But why suddenly? What about your work?"

"Elijah, I'm one of the most powerful gangsters after you. I can work from any corner of the world. Besides, the British were getting boring for me. That's why I have come here with my wife, Cynthia."

"Wife? You got married, and you didn't tell me. First, your girlfriend was pregnant, and then you married her." I say in a shocking tone.

"Not exactly, we eloped. We didn't want to have a big ceremony with too many formalities. Also, she is only 3 months pregnant." He replies, crossing his arms on the chest. "By the way, how is Avery? I heard that she broke the contract with those Russian fuckers."

"Avery is fine, and I'm happy that she is free from that shitty contract marriage."

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Avery's POV

Relief... Relief is such a small yet meaningful word for every human. It's the most pleasurable word which brings peace to everyone's mind. Yesterday was a super spicy day, which I will never forget for my whole life.

The news of breaking this engagement has spread like re ver social media and news channels. Many journalists and news reporters are continuously calling me for more news, but I'm ignoring them.

I woke up a bit late today. Now, In a dazed stumble towards the bathroom, still, in, a lethargic semi-unconscious state, I feel for the shower handle, I turn the handle to the left and adjust it to the perfect temperature for I have perfected this unsung art form.

I step in, the water cascading down, my body absorbing the warmth like a sponge, for some reason, this is such a satisfying sensation. For those few minutes in my day, my mind is completely clear, a sort of liberation that no other activity can quite compare to, a hiatus in my otherwise busy life. Wrapping a towel around my body, I step inside my closet. I wear a black corset top with a blazer and a tribal printed pencil skirt with black stilettos. Then, I brush my hair and apply eyeliner, a foundation with red matte.

Suddenly, my phone starts ringing. I pick my phone from the nightstand and check the Caller ID. It is Emma. I received the call.

"Hey Emma, Good Morning."

"Good morning, Avery. How are you?"

"I'm fine. You know, after last night, I'm relieved."

"Yeah, you don't need to marry that dumbass anymore."

"Yup, I'm happy, but why did you call me?"

"Avery, That AI project which you filled with international directors has started with the construction of a new building near that luxurious Park Avenue resort. Mr Veneto has finalised the designs. That's why he wants you to take a look over it."

"Ok. Anything else?"

"Nope, That's all. By the way, all staff members and employees are eagerly waiting for you."

"Ok, Bye." Saying this, I hung up the call.

Well, That was fast. Elijah has already started working on the new project. I must say that he doesn't waste time.

Now, let's go to the office. Thinking this, I get out of my house and lock the doors. But first I need to fill the petrol in my car. Thinking this, I step inside my Mercedes and start driving.

As soon as I reach the petrol pump, I wait for some time. Then, I pull out some dollars from my purse as one of the workers comes towards me and starts filling the petrol inside my car's tank. When the petrol is filled, I start pulling my car backwards towards the road.

As soon as I reach the road, I look at both sides of the road to cross it. Unfortunately, I noticed a black truck in the far distance. I proceed to roll forward and take a left turn. As I turn, I am T-boned on the front driver side by the black truck, which turns out to be a Ford F-450 commercial truck.

Well, I'm so unlucky today!

All I remember hearing is the rumbling of crushing metal. One moment the road is there, wide open and safe, the next there are loud noises, acrid smells and pain that I may or may not recover from. All of my airbags deployed, my front windshield is broken, the driver's window is broken. My keys are jammed in the ignition. Blood is flowing like a river from my car. I can't keep my eyes open for more time.

Then, Darkness surrounds my eyes with the sounds of police's van sirens, fire brigades and a huge crowd of people.

I guess this is going to be a drastic end for my life...

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Well shit! Avery is injured so badly in an accident. What do you think now? Will Avery be alive?

How will Elijah and others react?

Keep reading to find out!!!