"What the--?" Rose exclaimed when she saw Sean walk out of the bathroom with only a towel wrapped around his waist. "Can't you put on a robe? You know you are not living here alone," she said after calming herself. Who wouldn't gasp at the sight of water dripping on Sean's six-pack's olive-skinned body? "Just look the other way," he replied with a stoic face. "Unless you really want to see me like this," he added, spreading his arms that showed his beautiful body, which made Rose roll her eyes at him. "Tsk, tsk, tsk, the last woman who rolled her eyes at me was when I made her cum when I finger f***ed her. Do you want to try?" Sean asked, which made Rose's face turn red and her eyes widen. "Pervert!" she shouted and turned her back on him. She rushed back to her room and locked her door while Sean laughed, which irritated her even more.
Rose's POV
"Grandpa, I already told you, I don't want a bodyguard. It would only draw attention, and I don't want that," I said. My grandfather is Alejandro Deniro, though not by blood. He was the father of my adoptive mother. I was adopted into one of the wealthiest families in Country C.
To get him back, my adopted father's former lover claimed me as their daughter before their relationship ended. Fortunately, my father wasn't a fool. Without her knowledge, my father had done his investigation and found out everything.
Rachel, my father's former lover and a man who harbored feelings for my adoptive mother, was sent to prison after their plan about me was discovered. That's a different story that only my parents can tell. After that, as a child, I was worried about being alone. Luckily, I was able to make a good relationship with my Mommyly, my adoptive mother now loves me unconditionally.
To make a long story short, I moved to Grandpa's after high school. Now, this old man here, after handing me his company, told me that I needed a bodyguard. "You would need Sean, and I would only feel at ease if I knew he was with you all the time." He replied.
"I am capable of taking care of myself. What's the use of all the training I have gone through if you would require me to have a bodyguard?" I reasoned it out.
"Sean is not just there to protect you. He will also teach and train you, whether it be in running the business or in physical strength. We both know that what you know about self-defense is not enough. You need more, and Sean can help you out."
"I can do the training, but not the bodyguard thing." I insisted.
"If you cannot follow me on this, I will let someone else manage the company, and you can leave my house and go back to your mom and dad." He threatened me, and I stood up. He knew I couldn't leave him. Not because of his money or connections, but because he knew that my concern and love for him were real.
Another thing is that I didn't want to worry my mom about him. She never grew up with him, and I'm sure she wanted someone to look after him and tell her if anything happened.
"Fine, fine, just make sure to tell him not to act irrationally and show up all the time when I can handle things myself." I agreed before he could take a step. He looked at me with a smile on his face.
"Thank you so much, my dear," he said happily.
"I am only doing this because I didn't want to leave you. Mom will get mad at me if I go and leave your side."
"So was it only because of your mom that you're here?" He asked, sadly, so I rolled my eyes at him.
"You know it wasn't like that. I chose to be here because I love you and I want to be with you. But if you decide to let me go, I will not allow that to occur, as my mother will be extremely distressed. She loves you so much. Plus, Jaden keeps asking me how you are and always reminds me to take care of you."
"As long as you agree with me, everything's fine. I love you, my dearest, and you're my only granddaughter. I don't know if your mom will still be able to have another, but having Jayden miraculously, I think they shouldn't take any risks anymore," he replied as he returned to his seat. I made my move and sat beside him. I adore this old man so much, and I have no regrets about coming with him, even when Dad and Mom were against it.
"I love you, Grandpa, and I don't want to leave you. I love Mommy and Daddy and, of course, our little man Jayden, but I adore you the most. I'm sure Jayden understands how I feel." I told him, and he laughed as he caressed my head.
"I know that my dear; that's why I am protective of you too," he said.
"I already agreed to the bodyguard thing and managing your company, but please don't make me do anything anymore." I told him, "I wanted to concentrate on your business first because I know you have many beneficiaries depending on you, so I had to work hard. I wanted them to have the kind of life I have now and find a family like ours." I added.
"Thank you for having the same goal as mine, dear," he replied. Grandpa is getting older, and I don't think he will still be able to see more of my achievements in the future. That's why, as much as possible, I want him to know that I love him so much. We stayed there for a few more minutes. I was about to get up and go home when someone came in.
"Sir Alejandro," the man said, looking at Grandpa. He was tall and handsome, even though he was wearing a jacket. I can tell he had lean muscles and six-packed abs underneath.
"Sean, you're finally here." Grandpa greeted him happily. Wait, what? Sean? He's my bodyguard? "I want you to meet my granddaughter, Rose," he said, introducing me to Sean. "Rose, he is Sean, your bodyguard." He added, looking at me, smiling. I didn't know what to say. The way Sean looked at me when I turned my gaze at him, it was as though he didn't want to become my bodyguard as well. Did Grandpa force him?
"Are all your things ready?" Grandpa asked Sean, and I looked at him curiously. What did he mean by his things being ready?
"Yes, Sir," Sean replied, and my gaze immediately flew to him and then back to Grandpa.
"What things? Why did he need to prepare his things?" I asked briskly.
"Rose will start working tomorrow, and I want you to look closely at her. I don't want her to get hurt or have anything bad happen to her. Make sure she's safe. I entrust her to you." Grandpa told my bodyguard, who nodded his head and looked at me.
His downturned shape with green orbs looked at me with a stoic face, so I wasn't able to tell what he was thinking. He was tall with olive skin-very manly if you ask me. But I didn't want to indulge myself in his appearance because I had a feeling that he didn't want his job now. "I am pleased to meet you, Ma'am Rose," he said in a cold, baritone voice.
I looked at Grandpa, and he looked at me as well. Maybe he was waiting for my reaction. "What do you mean about his things being ready?" I asked him again.
"You are going to live together," he replied, and being shocked was an understatement. I never thought he was as crazy as my mom's best friend, Aunt Seily. Then I looked at Sean, who was still looking at me with a smirk on his face. I don't think I am going to be like this.
Ashley woke up one day realizing that she loved her brother-in-law. He is her sister's husband, but not just any sister; she is her own twin. She feels guilty and hurt every time the couple is sweet with each other, but she can do nothing because she has no right. She knows she doesn't own her brother-in-law, so she is content with the stolen moments they share. How far will their betrayal go? What will she do if she discovers everything she believes isn't true?
Serendipity or Serene was a smart and strong woman and was actually a mafia leader. She came back to her father to get what was rightfully hers that her step mother and half sister together with her own father was trying to take. In her mother's will, she had to marry a wealthy man for her to be able to get her mother's shares which is equal to 57% company share. Her father's business partner wanted Serene for his son but her father insisted to let him marry her another daughter because Serene grew up in a rural region so she was stupid and not worthy of his son. His friend agreed and they plan to make Serene's share become null and void by making her marry a poor guy. Alexander McGregor was a billionaire who had no plans on getting married. But because his father and mother wanted him to get married to stop the board who wanted him out of his position from attacking him, he decided to look for someone whom he will be able to work with as a wife. Just for convenience, they agreed to marry each other, But because marriage was something important to Alexander, he told Serene not to cheat on him and do her duty as a wife but Serene, who had no faith in marriage, didn't like the idea at all. She planned on leaving Alexander after she got her inheritance. What would happen if Alexander found out about Serene's true identity? Will he still let her stay or will he let her go just as she wanted? Serene's grandparents wanted a great grandchild as well which made it hard for her to leave Alex who had no plans of letting her go either. Find out who will win against two dominant married couples. Who will dominate and who will submit. The mafia or the Billionaire?
Chloe married Ethan Wilson, a ruthless billionaire, to pay for her grandmother's medication. She planned on being committed to him and doing all he asked, but she had no idea that the treatment she would receive from him would be worse than a wh**e. Even if it was like such, she attempted to go through it for her grandmother's sake. But after a year, when he took her by force and her grandma died the next day, she decided to divorce him and flee. What she didn't anticipate was for Ethan to go out of his way to find her and make her return. Will she accept him, or will she succumb to the rage she had towards him? How will Ethan persuade Chloe to stay and fall for him when she has never felt anything for him to begin with?
Lycan King Alder Volcik had been waiting for his mate for over a hundred years. What would happen if he found his mate in a pack he was to visit because of the Luna challenge that occurred and he found out that she was also the same Luna who lost the challenge and was rejected by her mate, who was the Alpha. Cindy Mills is the daughter of a billionaire who was betrayed by her boyfriend and best friend and killed her after. But it did not end there. She was reborn in the body of the lost Luna named Clover, who died because of the rejection? What will King Alder do when Clover doesn't want to accept him because of her past rejection from Alpha Vlad and, at the same time, lose her title to another she-wolf and, as Cindy, who was betrayed by the two people he trusted and cared for other than her father? As Alder tries to get Clover's trust, they will both discover Cindy's true identity. She, on the other hand, will do everything to get her revenge on her ex-boyfriend and best friend that killed her and her father. Once Cindy accepts Alder, will she give up herself and live as Clover for the rest of her life?
After 3 years, he came back and I heard him talking about divorce. Even after he took my innocence before he left, he didn't say a word. I was deeply hurt, he never gave me a chance to be a wife to him and yet he wanted to divorce me. It's not that I love him, it's just that I thought I had been loyal to him while he enjoyed himself with his mistress and yet he has the audacity to complain as if I had him on his neck. I was furious, I will see to it that he will have a hard time convincing me with the divorce.
In a twist of fate, Jared is coerced into a marriage with Colleen, a fragile soul battling against time. With a long-term girlfriend, Stacey, already in his heart, Jared finds himself trapped in a web of emotions he never expected. As Colleen faces a life-threatening illness, Claire, Jared's mother, is drawn to her unwavering optimism and selflessness. Hidden secrets about Stacey's infidelity weigh on Claire's conscience, but she hopes that time will heal all wounds. Unexpected events force Jared and Colleen to see each other in a new light, leading to a delicate dance of unspoken feelings. Colleen's pregnancy adds a layer of complexity to their relationship, further testing Jared's commitment. As tensions rise, a threat from Stacey's past puts Jared's life in jeopardy, leading to a heart-wrenching separation on a crucial day. Colleen's battle for survival takes a tragic turn, but she leaves behind a heartfelt plea for Jared to find happiness and love once more. This emotional rollercoaster of love, loss, and second chances will tug at your heartstrings and leave you breathless.
To outsiders, Aileen was the adopted daughter of the Jefferson family, dismissed and scorned by all. Yet, in the underground racing world, she thrived as the dark rose, savoring the thrill and speed of night races. But her life took a new turn when Derek returned home, leading to a passionate night that diverted Aileen from the Jefferson family's path. Derek, the ruthless heir to the Jefferson legacy, tactfully steered the family's ambitions. Despite his control, he found himself captivated by Aileen-his adopted sister, business partner, and an exceptional racer-drawn to her enigmatic allure.
Madisyn was stunned to discover that she was not her parents' biological child. Due to the real daughter's scheming, she was kicked out and became a laughingstock. Thought to be born to peasants, Madisyn was shocked to find that her real father was the richest man in the city, and her brothers were renowned figures in their respective fields. They showered her with love, only to learn that Madisyn had a thriving business of her own. "Stop pestering me!" said her ex-boyfriend. "My heart only belongs to Jenna." "How dare you think that my woman has feelings for you?" claimed a mysterious bigwig.
Melanie married Ashton out of gratitude, but she quickly found herself entangled in a web of relentless challenges. Despite these struggles, she stayed true to her commitment to the marriage. In the hospital room, Ashton indifferently attempted to draw her blood, disregarding her discomfort. This callous act was a harsh revelation for Melanie, awakening her to the grim reality of their relationship. Resolved to prioritize her own welfare, she decided to sever ties. With newfound resolve, Melanie filed for divorce. In the process, she unveiled her concealed identities, leaving everyone in shock. Throughout these turbulent times, Melanie realized that Derek, Ashton’s uncle, had been discreetly protecting her all along.
Rena got into an entanglement with a big shot when she was drunk one night. She needed Waylen's help while he was drawn to her youthful beauty. As such, what was supposed to be a one-night stand progressed into something serious. All was well until Rena discovered that Waylen's heart belonged to another woman. When his first love returned, he stopped coming home, leaving Rena all alone for many nights. She put up with it until she received a check and farewell note one day. Contrary to how Waylen expected her to react, Rena had a smile on her face as she bid him farewell. "It was fun while it lasted, Waylen. May our paths never cross. Have a nice life." But as fate would have it, their paths crossed again. This time, Rena had another man by her side. Waylen's eyes burned with jealousy. He spat, "How the hell did you move on? I thought you loved only me!" "Keyword, loved!" Rena flipped her hair back and retorted, "There are plenty of fish in the sea, Waylen. Besides, you were the one who asked for a breakup. Now, if you want to date me, you have to wait in line." The next day, Rena received a credit alert of billions and a diamond ring. Waylen appeared again, got down on one knee, and uttered, "May I cut in line, Rena? I still want you."
It was a big day for Camilla. She looked forward to marrying her handsome groom. Unfortunately, he abandoned her at the altar. He never showed up throughout the wedding. She was made a laughingstock in front of all the guests. In a fit of rage, she went and slept with a strange man on her wedding night. It was supposed to be a one-night stand. To her dismay, the man refused to let her be. He pestered her like she had stolen his heart on that night. Camilla didn't know what to do. Should she give him a chance? Or just stay away from men?
On the day of their wedding anniversary, Joshua's mistress drugged Alicia, and she ended up in a stranger's bed. In one night, Alicia lost her innocence, while Joshua's mistress carried his child in her womb. Heartbroken and humiliated, Alicia demanded a divorce, but Joshua saw it as yet another tantrum. When they finally parted ways, she went on to become a renowned artist, sought out and admired by everyone. Consumed by regret, Joshua darkened her doorstep in hopes of reconciliation, only to find her in the arms of a powerful tycoon. "Say hello to your sister-in-law."