Micah

Mr Lyon was right. The days flew like seconds but luckily I was able to meet up with Carter young.

He told me a few things that I already knew like the fact that Mr Lyon had an older brother but they weren't on speaking terms but I learnt new info like the fact that Mr Lyon's real name wasn't Mr Lyon.

It was actually Kristopher Smith and he ran away from his family over nine years ago over a misunderstanding and he had been cut out from his wealthy father's will after his disappearance. It was as if no one cared.

Mr Lyon had suffered a lot in his past but that doesn't make up for him being a jerk.

After finding out about Mr Lyon's real name, it felt uncomfortable calling him Mr Lyon after becoming aware that that wasn't his real name.

I had a fully planned day of fun and exploration with Kristopher. Luckily, Kristopher's schedule was going to be free -thanks to the house arrest.

On getting to his house, I noticed another car parked in the parking lot which wasn't Kristopher's car.

Not that I've memorized all his seven cars or anything.

I ignored the car and walked into the house which wasn't surprisingly left unlock.

The first person I noticed when stepping into Kristopher's house was Kristopher himself. His almond eyes were blazing and I watched the muscles on his chin and forehead flex.

In front of him was an incredibly gorgeous black haired lady. Her legs were incredibly long like a model's and her facial features were very discerning, in the most beautiful way.

"I know I'm the last person you probably want to see." She spoke before glancing at the equally handsome man beside her. His ocean blue eyes twinkled and his luxurious raven black hair shone. "Believe me, I thought you'd be over me-"

"I am over you." His calm voice wavered slightly.

The black haired lady looked at him, clearly unconvinced.

This was the first time I had seen Kristopher look so vulnerable. His whole body seemed to be shaking as he glared at both of them. I guessed they were people from his past and Mr Lyon could be a very strong and arrogant person, but when it came to dealing with his past, he coward like a lost puppy.

"Kris, please. I was your friend before we got cut up in all that shit, I know you."

"Shit?" Kristopher rose his brows as he wore a hurt expression on his face. "Get out."

"Kristopher stop being a whining bitch

"Get the Fuck out of my house Damien!" Kristopher yelled with gritted teeth.

"No Kristopher. You are a whiny little bitch. You're a dog with no teeth. All you do is bark and when things don't go the way you want, you run. That's the same way you ran because you weren't man enough to accept the fact that your parents love your older brother more than they love you-" Damien was cut short as Kristopher's fist came in contact with Damien's cheeks and the poor man staggered backwards.

I gasped and immediately ran to Kristopher, throwing my arms around him, stopping him from running at Damien.

"You know nothing about me Damien. I won't warn you again. Get. Out."

"Please leave!" I yelled to the couple as they slowly walked out.

Kristopher's breath steadied as my arms fell from his waist. I decided I wasn't going to push the matter and I wasn't going to make inquires.

The lady, was that his first love? Was that the lady that hurt him? How bad did she hurt him?

Kristopher was quiet as he walked towards the fridge, he flung the fridge open and pulled out a beer can.

I watched him gulp it down and I wasn't sure if I should take the drink from him.

I immediately jumped up as he grunted loudly ruffling his hair.

"Fuck!" He yelled as I ran to him and took the can out of his hand.

"You really shouldn't be drinking sir." I stared at his emerald eyes which had lost its color.

"I fucking hate the fact that they're right." He voiced out, lowly.

I was quiet as I stared at him- I wasn't going to ask what do you mean or anything questions. I was ready to listen to whatever he was willing to tell me.

"I'm a dog with no teeth who runs away from his past..if things don't go my way, I get upset and bury it behind me. I'm...I'm not completely over Dina and I doubt I ever will be, that's why I try to use you as a distraction. Dina walked into my life when I was at my lowest, only to have her betray me."

"The demons from my past are slowly returning and I'm scared they'll consume me. Over the years, I built this image of the tough, rich arrogant boss but I'm breaking apart. My past is killing me. I'm scared..Micah." as soon as he ended, I immediately felt hurt. My heart beat rapidly against my chest.

I wasn't the right person to be told this. I felt horrible. The almighty Kristopher Lyon just opened up to me and I had been planning to manipulate his feelings so he could dance to my tunes.

I immediately stood on my toes as I pulled him into a warm embrace. His rock hard chest pressed against my cheeks as I shut my eyes.

This felt comforting and I hoped the feeling was mutual.

We stayed in that position for a while before I finally pulled away, it ached my heart having to pull away but I had to stop myself from growing feelings for this man.

"If you need to fight off your demons, I want to let you know that I'll be here every step of the way. Your past doesn't define you and shouldn't dictate your future for you."

I moved a step backwards as his icy cold hands gently grabbed my wrist.

"Stop this Micah. Stop acting like you actually care."

I sighed "I do care. This isn't about the contract." Partially I lied, partially I didn't.

"Let's renew the contract. But this time, they'll be a few changes in the conditions. If you can help me face and get over my past, you and your family are free to go."

I couldn't believe my ears, I watched him stretch his hands to me.

"Deal or no deal?"