"He broke down her walls without her even noticing and when he rebuilt the walls, he added windows to let the sunshine in."

Bree's pov.

My eyes jerk open to the nightmare I had of Jayden. I was in tears and my hands were curled up into tight fists.

Recollecting the dream or rather the nightmare , a sob escapes my lips. Why did it have to happen?

Tears keep rolling down my cheeks as I close my eyes and Aiden's face comes up.

I miss him.

I needed him but I can't let him in after everything that happened. He would never look at me the same way and he'll blame himself for everything.

I felt so helpless sometimes. Not even the sleeping pills could help me sleep properly. I felt so cold somehow.

I sit up in my bed and wipe away my tears. I tie up my hair in a messy bun and look at the time. 4:30 am.

I get off my bed and walk into the bathroom to brush my teeth. I look at my face in the mirror.

My cheeks had dried up tear marks. I brush and splash some cold water on my face.

I get out and decide on going for a run. At least the paparazzi wouldn't be out there early in the morning.

I change into a pair of sweat pants and t-shirt. I put on my running shoes and grab my ipod before walking out of my room.

I walk down to the kitchen and write a note on a paper saying that I'm going for a run before placing it on the fridge with a magnet to support it.

I walk out to see my bodyguards already alert and sigh. Brad was up too, he knew me too well, especially how I go out for early runs to avoid the security and paparazzi.

"Morning Bree," he says with a smile.

"Morning Brad. Could you guys stay a bit far from me while I'm running?" I ask him and he looks at me.

"Hmmm...okay," he says and turns away.

Brad was always up by this time cause he knew I would go for a run. I never got to thank them for being there for me all through out.

I start running and hear the car come to life behind me. I sigh and continue to run just like I've been running away from him for six years.

I blink away the tears that were forming in my eyes and just run. Sounds like the old me, doesn't it?

Yes it does.

The only difference is I was broken and now I'm fragmented.

Can you differ?

Yes, I can.

The death of my parents , best friends and Jared broke my heart but it was me who never chose to move on even when I could.

Aiden leaving me and Jayden's death broke me to such an extent where I had no choice.

Aiden left and I don't blame him cause it was his father who forced him.

I would rather be dead than tell Aiden what happened. I'm emotionally drained and I didn't want anymore drama in life.

I take a turn that leads back to my mansion and continue running. Since I couldn't hurt myself to release my stress anymore, so running was the only way.

All of a sudden , I hear a familiar sound or rather the click of a camera. I stop dead in my tracks and look around to find a guy taking my pictures.

Soon my bodyguards arrive and get out of the car.

"Bree get inside," Brad says coming up next to me and I nod with a sigh.

I get into my car and Brad starts driving. This was how it happens every day.

"We've got the guy erase those photos," Brad say driving.

"Thank you, " I say and look out of the car.

"You don't have to thank me honey," he says and I nod.

A tear runs down my cheek and I quickly wipe it off. I never really cried in the past years unless I get a nightmare but today I felt so tired of my emotions that made me want to cry.

My mansion comes into view and I retain my posture, sitting up straight.

My car stops right in front of my house and I get out of the car. I walk straight inside to see Maria cooking in the kitchen.

"Morning Maria, " I say walking into the kitchen to grab a bottle to getorade.

"Morning sweetheart, " she says with a smile which I return with a fake one.

"I'll have a shower and come down for breakfast, " I tell her.

It was already seven o'clock. Strange that I was out for one and a half hour.

I sip on my getorade and walk up to my room. I close the door behind me and take off my shoes.

I sit down on my bed with my head in my hands. No tears were left to shed .

Maybe my heart isn't strong enough to take anymore pain. I'm not strong enough to lose him again if I let him in.

I had to fight a battle for everything but I lost every time I fought. I gave up on my feelings and emotions.

I rub my face before standing up . I take my clothes and walk into the shower.

The cold water felt so good against my skin. I shampoo my hair .

I wrap a bath robe around my body before walking out . I walk straight into my closet.

I blow my hair dry and put on a dark blue formal dress. I put on the earnings Aiden once gave me.

I already had the locket and promise ring he gave me on. I never took them off since they were the only memories I had of him.

I brush my hair and leave them over my shoulders. I select a pair of matching heels and purse.

I grab my phone before heading downstairs for breakfast. I walk into the kitchen to find Maria brewing some coffee for me.

"Breakfast is ready sweetheart, " she says and I nod and take a seat at the dinning table.

Maria hands me a plate of scrambled eggs , bacon and salad. I eat as Maria and Brad take their seats.

I finish my breakfast soon and stand up. I walk into the living room and turn on the news instead of reading the paper.

Maria comes up with my coffee and settles down next to me with hers .

"Bree is there something you want to talk about? " she asks me .

"Umm...it's nothing . I'm just thinking about work," I lie with a fake smile.

Nothing that Maria didn't know. "Where's Marcus? " I ask her.

It's her son. He's four years old and is really cute.

"He's sleeping upstairs, " she says with a smile and I nod . I arranged for a room for Marcus in my house too.

I sip on my coffee and check the time. 9 o'clock . I take my phone and dial Ricky's number.

One ring
Two rings
Three rings

"Morning Bree, " I hear Rachel's voice on the other end.

"Morning Rachel, " I say and take a sip of my coffee.

"Waiting a second , I'm giving the phone to Ricky." She says and I wait.

"Morning, " I hear Ricky's voice.

"Morning Rick, " I say .

"Are you coming to the office or are you going to the boutique? " he asks me.

"I'm going to the boutique and I'll come to the office in the evening for the meeting," I inform him.

"Okay but Jackson wanted to talk to you about our business deal with L.W. Company ," he says softly and I chuckle.

"I'll be there as soon as possible and maybe with a decision if possible, " I tell him .

"But just don't force yourself Bree. We could just turn down the offer and Jackson has no problem with it," he informs.

"Okay Rick. Just give me time till afternoon and I'll tell you my decision. " I say.

"Okay then bye," he says.

"Bye Rick, " I say and he hangs up.

I realise Maria has been looking at me and sigh.

"Maybe you should take a break from work," she suggests.

"No , I'm fine Maria. " I assure her before standing up.

"I've got to go," I tell her and she stands up.

"Bye sweetheart, " she says and kisses my cheek . I return it before taking my design files and leaving the house.

My driver opens the door for me and I get in. He closes the door before walking around to get into he driving seat.

"The boutique ," I tell him and he nods before starting the car.

My bodyguards follow me in a car behind as usual. I unlock my phone and look the collage like I daily do.

It isn't the deal that I need to choose but it's about seeing Aiden.

I take a deep breath before locking my phone again.

Why is it so hard?

Cause you're Bree Adams.

Good answer right?

I sigh as I continue to debate with myself.

My boutique or rather my mom's boutique comes in view. Atleast I'm glad that I took over my mom's bussiness.

I look at the paparazzi and I let out a low chuckle. I messaged Olivia that I'll be at the boutique before leaving home.

My car stops right in front of the boutique and the paparazzi surrounds the car. I wait for my bodyguards to make their way and help me get through this crowd.

Brad comes up first and opens the door for me while the others make way for me to go in.

I grab my phone and purse before getting out off the car. Hundreds of questions at once and the cameras start flashing.

When are you getting married?

Are you guys making a deal with the L.W. Company ?

Are you dating someone?

Those are the questions I understood out of so many. Infuriating, isn't it?

I successfully get through the crowd and I reach the inside of the boutique.

I sigh and walk straight in. "Good morning , " Olivia says with a smile as I enter.

"Liv, thanks for coming. " I say with a fake smile.

"You don't have to thank me," she says and I nod. My employees greet me as I walk inside and I greet them back with a fake smile.

I walk into my office and take a seat while asking Olivia to sit.

"I've designed some dresses . Just check them out ," I tell her handing over the file.

She starts going through them and looks at me.

"How do you make these? You're just like your mom," she says with a smile which I return with a fake one.

×××××××××××××

I glance out of the window as we pass the streets of London. I made up a decision and I've got to tell Jackson and Ricky about it.

Olivia continues to type on her phone while sitting next to me. My driver stops at a signal and we wait for our turn to move.

I take a deep breath as I see the company building. Again , there was paparazzi .

"Liv are you alright?" I ask her . She looked tensed as she typed on her phone.

"I..I'm pregnant and the doctor says I might have complications," she confesses .

"Liv why don't you take a break ? I'll give you full salary till you're back," I tell her.

"That's not fair . You can't pay me when I'm doing nothing," she states.

"Liv you've been working with me for two years and that's the least I can do for you." I tell her . Why is everyone having baby problems ?

First it was Stacey and now Olivia.

"Are you sure?" She asks me.

"Yes , I'm sure Liv. " I assure her and she nods.

"You're not coming from tomorrow. I'll ask Stacey if she can cover up for you," I tell her and she nods.

The car stops and I look out to see the paparazzi. I wait for Brad and the others to come.

Brad comes up and I get out of the car followed by Olivia. The questions repeat.

When are you getting married?

Are you guys making a deal with the L.W. Company ?

Are you dating someone?

I get inside and Olivia follows me. I'm greeted by my employees and I greet them back.

"I've got to talk to Ricky and Jackson. So can you just call Stacey and ask her to wait in my office?" I ask Olivia and she nods.

I walk straight into Jackson's office but I don't find him . I walk out and head to Ricky's office.

I find them both talking and they stop as I enter.

"I made a decision," I tell them both and take a seat.

I take a deep breath before talking , "I'm fine with making a deal with L.W. Company."