Lesley's Pov:
It's been 3 days now since I joined the crimson crane.
I got ready as usual for today, following my normal routine as a bodyguard, and keeping an end to any suspicious things, most of all, getting prepared for a special visit. Today, Kris's parents who were the famous 'Master Ross and his wife, Freya.' were coming over. Yes, my father's biggest enemy, and the same assholes who killed my sister and kidnapped my brother. Just imagining their faces showing up makes me wanna kill someone, but given the fact that I changed my whole identity, I know very well I have to compose myself so I wouldn't be easily recognised, especially by Lorenzo.
"Look who's ready for this day" Kris smirked wildly as he scanned my body suit from head to toe. He walked closer to me still with a spiteful smirk as he adjusted my collar like I was a kid. The way he kept looking at me as he adjusted my closer almost made me smile. It makes me wonder why I fell in love with this idiot in the first place. After a lot of effort in trying not to be hypnotized by his charms, I shifted back uncomfortably in a forced smile. Noticing the short distance, he forged a smile and restrained himself.
"It looks like you're all dolled up for today" He speaks standing ruthlessly next to me.
"You did tell me to wear the best to impress," I said as I stood next to him alongside Ethan who didn't even look my way.
We stood side to side quite firmly with some of his men arranged in a well-organised pattern waiting for their arrival. Instantly, a geep approached our territory as two perfectly dressed older couples stepped out of the black jeep with some of our men's assistance.
Of course, I flinched as my eyes worriedly met Master Ross. The throne enemy of the Crackles. His eyes were boldly staring back at mine and his frown stood strongly on his face. He still looked the same after all these years.
Those green devilish eyes, just like Kris. His partner who should be his wife on the other hand, Freya had this ongoing smile on her face with a set of hazel eyes and a well-made bun on her head collaborating with her flowing dress covering her heels. Her hands were crossed with Master Ross as they slowly walked over to our corner arm to arm like they were on the red carpet or something.
'Oh please,' i cringed.
"Mother, father" Kris bowed his head respectfully greeting them.
"Kris" Freya hugged him crushing his bones. After she pulled away, Ross and Freya's eyes jumped on Ethan who also greeted them with a bow.
"Ethan my man! How are you keeping up with Kris" Ross joyed as he jokingly glares at Kris as silently chuckled. Ross patted his back sympathetically giving him an honourable handshake
"It's been successful lately" Ethan beamed a smile
After spending their attention on Ethan, they turned in my direction giving me an astonishing but intimidating look, lucky enough, Kris backed me up.
"This is my bodyguard. Lesley" he introduced.
"It's an honour to finally meet you" I bowed my head and looked back up with a stern look on my face.
"Lesley. How unique, This is the first time I get to see a female bodyguard" Ross stated as he beamed a smile at me and sneakily winked at Kris who couldn't compose his smile. From their exchanging facial gestures, it was easy for me to read their initiations. Kris silently chuckled once again and led them inside the mansion while Ethan and I followed behind them.
"Tomorrow, Lupita and her parents are gonna show up for the meeting," Ross muttered in the hallways.
Kris stayed silent for 3 seconds before forcefully speaking "For the engagement?" he growled
"How did you know?" Ross questioned stopping in his tracks.
"Lupita told me herself" Kris replied and lets out a frustrated sigh.
Ross looked in Me and Ethan's direction, silent as well. It was almost like he didn't want to say anything concerning the betrothed in front of Ethan and me.
"We'll talk about this tomorrow." Ross changed the subject.
Just at that moment, A familiar voice walked in with a light chuckle as all eyes were on him.
"Uncle!" Sebastian called out as Ross and Freya smiled warmly at Sebastian.
"Sebastian!" Ross hugged Sebastian like they haven't seen each other for a long time.
"Aunt" Sebastian turned to Freya as they also hugged it out as well.
"How have you been sweetie, we haven't seen you ever since- forever!" Freya says out of curiosity.
"I know I know, I've been quite busy lately" Sebastian lets out a warm smile.
"So, how long are you gonna be staying here?" Sebastian asked as Freya looked over at Ross, then back at Sebastian.
"For 5 days at least" Freya answered.
Unexpectedly, my eyes caught up with another familiar person shortly approaching Mr Ross while holding some medications with him. My heart rushed slightly about to leave my chest when I recognised him.
"Sir, you forgot your medication"
Even his voice hasn't changed one bit and seeing him still in perfect shape pretty much alive made my blood boil. The world is a small place, but I didn't know it was full of unexpected coincidences.
That scar across his face was enough for me to recognize him.
It was non-other than Rodger. My dad's closest commander and now marked as the killer behind my mum's death.
What the hell is he doing here?
I tried so hard not to look him in the eyes as I lowered my head hoping he wouldn't recognise me.
Why is this happening?
Why the hell is Rodger here?
I'd always known that he was working for the crimson mafia but I'd never expect him to be the commander of the mafia boss himself.
My heart couldn't stop beating. I felt like I was about to have a heart attack, and at the same time, I felt nauseous.
"Are you okay lesley?" Kris asked noticing how paled and dumbfounded I was. My eyes instantly met Ethan's who was on the urge of cracking a laugh seeing the frightened look on my face. 'That asshole'
As fast as a cheetah, I excused myself and made my way to the guest restroom right next to the guest room in the hallways.
'SPLASH' I shook my head and looked in the mirror, my hands holding firmly to the counter.
"get a hold of yourself, Lesley," I told myself splashing my sorrow with cold water.
'What was that backstabber doing here? Why was he still alive?'
Years ago, I was sure I shot him straight in the head after he beheaded my mother during the war of the Crimsons and the Crackle, but now, he's alive. I wasn't hallucinating at all, and that wasn't a look-alike at all.
There was one thing I can guarantee about all this.
Rodger isn't going back alive.