At the airport, reporters,and paparazzi filled the entrance gate of the airport and cameras flashing incessantly as they were eager for the arrival of Louis Whitmore–the enigmatic heir apparent of Whitmore empire and young billionaire so they could take exclusive pictures of him.
Louis Whitmore was the epitome of power and wealth,a man whose presence eludes authority and attention immediately he steps into a room.
The glass door slid open,and Louis stepped out with an aura that commanded attention,his calm confidence masking the weight of responsibilities mounted on his shoulders. His sharp jawline,his piercing grey eye and well tailored charcoal suits hugged around his broad shoulders perfectly,his polished leather shoe which clicked against the marble floor painted him as truly born of royalty.
Beneath this sophisticated man with composed exterior is a man haunted by his choices,the choice of protecting his loved one from the shadows unforeseen.
Amidst the crowd, flashes of cameras and the numerous questions flying over to him,his thoughts drifted back to her.
Under the starlit sky,the night breeze was gentle,Star stood before him,her long hair flowing gently in the evening breeze,her eyes longing into him with trust and love,he had wrapped her gently into his arms.
Star,"I promised to be back to everything official between us", as he placed the silver ring he fetched from his pocket and slipped it on her finger.
And gently placed a loving kiss on her forehead.
The memory was sharp, bittersweet and relentless, he clenched his hand into a fist,he had broken the promise he made to her.
This time he isn't just back as the heir apparent but to be closer to her to protect her and make her his own forever as he has promised.
"Mr Whitmore,is it true you are now officially engaged to Lisa Stone?"
"Will you be taking over the Whitmore industries soon?"
All these questions were being thrown at him with the microphones pushed towards him,Louis ignored them,his face an unreadable mask, as his bodyguards made way for him to the private terminal gate.
He entered the sleek black vehicle waiting outside the terminal gate,the noise of the crowd muffled instantly.
As the car sped on the highway,on his way back to the villa, with his head rested on the back seat,Louis phone buzzed,he had received a text
"Boss,there has been a lead concerning the attack over a month ago" said the voice on the other side of the phone.
He dialled immediately
"I want a full report in less than 24 hours"
"Yes sir". John answered curtly.
Louis leaned back in seat,weight of responsibility weighed on his shoulders drifting back to how he had hurt Star and broken the promise he made before he left
Phone rings…..,
"Hi,my love",Star has answered from the other end of the phone chirping".
"Hello,Louis answered, sounding low.
"What is wrong"?
"Star, let's end everything here",
"Why?", "Is something the matter?",she had asked.
"It's better everything stays this way"
"It is better for who?".
He should have explained everything better to Star about the unforeseen danger,that he had to break up with her for her safety,he shouldn't have hurt her,but he is back now to protect her.
The driver interrupted his thoughts as the car came to a smooth stop in front of the grand Whitmore manor. The imposing gates opened slowly revealing the estate and the mansion at the centre basking in the crimson glow of the evening lights.The car stopped at the entrance of the mansion,Louis stepped out of the car,his polished shoes meeting the gravel way.
"Welcome back,master Louis" the butler greeted him. He couldn't believe his eyes,the young boy he had looked after is now older,and so charming.
"Clark,so sweet to meet you back",Louis greeted warmly.
"Miss Lisa awaits you inside,master" said the butler
"Don't stand on ceremony", Louis said as he strides into the house with elegance and the maids greeted warmly
"Welcome, master"
At the giant piano in the hallway,Lisa sits elegantly in front of the piano draped in a flowing satin gown,and stiletto heels, her dark hair in soft waves over her shoulder making her seem elegant. She turned around swiftly as she heard his steps approach, offering him a knowing smile.
"Hi darling",she strides towards him
"Welcome back",she said with a polished smile.
"Thanks for the warm gesture",Louis answered her curtly,his voice devoid of warmth, and stepped back a bit to avoid her crashing into him with a hug.
She smirked,"Are you still not over her?", well,I wouldn't expect less since it's only been a few months after the breakup.
Well,I hope you are able to focus on our engagement now,after all there is so much at stake.
Lisa believed Louis agreed to this engagement due to the benefits–the alliance between two wealthy families.
Louis had different motives to protect Star from the danger looming around.The culprit behind the attack over a month has not been caught.
"I am sure you know your way home",Louis said coldly as he moved towards the staircase. Without waiting for a response he called over his shoulder "Clark,see Miss Lisa off",I would like to have alone time in the study.
Lisa opened her mouth to retort but quickly thought otherwise as she watched him ascend the stairs. "As you wish darling," she murmured under her breath,her voice laid with disdain.
Louis strode into his study,the door closed behind him with a soft thud. The dim lighting in the study accentuated the sharp lines on his face as he sank into the leather chair behind his desk. Picking up his phone he dialed the number.
"Report", he demanded,his voice low and commanding.
"Boss",John replied on the other end of the call,"the culprit was caught trying to escape from the country".
"Apprehend him", and bring him to the cellar, torture him till he spills out the truth,will meet you there shortly.
"Understood sir", John responded.
Louis ended the call,his eyes darkening,this is only the beginning,and he is prepared to go to any length to uncover the truth and protect her.