One Night At The Call Center A

Rob awaken to a different world. A red fog engulf the whole city and beasts started to appear. Lucky for him, he had a system that granted him new resources every second. Water, food, guns, medicines could be had, on the condition of him....getting a new addition to his harm.

A year after the tragic disappearance of his wife, Emily, Daniel Carter is still haunted by unanswered questions. The official reports say she’s dead, but no body was ever found. The grief is suffocating, but Daniel has forced himself to move on—until one night, his phone rings. The caller ID reads a name that shouldn't exist anymore. Emily. At first, he thinks it’s a cruel joke. But then he hears her voice, whispering a chilling message: "Daniel… stop digging." From that moment, his world spirals into madness. The next day, he finds a coin—just like the one Emily used to carry—engraved with the same warning. The deeper he looks, the stranger things become. The phone company confirms Emily's number was disconnected a year ago. There are no call records. No one believes him. As Daniel follows the cryptic clues, he starts uncovering things about Emily’s past that he never knew—secrets she buried deep, connections to people who seem just as eager for him to stop his search. And every time he gets too close, another warning appears… or worse, another call from his dead wife. But if Emily is truly gone, then who’s calling him? And if she’s still alive… then why is she so desperate for him to stop? With time running out and danger closing in, Daniel must decide—does he risk everything to uncover the truth, or does he heed Emily’s warning and turn back before it’s too late? Because some secrets aren’t meant to be unearthed. And sometimes, the dead don’t rest because they were never dead to begin with.

A lonely orphan, had long learned to navigate life without family or a place to call home. One stormy night, fate delivered its final blow—a massive oak tree, uprooted by the raging winds, ended his young life. But death was not the end. Instead, he awakens in a world of magic, reborn in the body of a noble heir with a name he doesn't recognize. With memories of his past life intact, he finds himself in a land of arcane wonders, powerful sorcery, and noble bloodlines. Yet, despite his newfound wealth and prestige, the scars of his past linger. Determined to forge a new destiny, he sets out to master magic, unravel the mysteries of his reincarnation, and perhaps, for the first time, find a place where he truly belongs. In this second life, will he finally find the warmth of a home, or will he be swept up once more by the winds of fate?

In the Federal Empire, any woman who had reached twenty years of age must get married, or be randomly assigned a husband by the System. Thus, on her wedding day, the eve of her 20th birthday, Valerie Sullivan waited anxiously for her betrothed, Isaac Holt, to show up—only to find out that he was not coming after all! Trapped in this desperate situation, she grabbed the first handsome stranger she bumped into and got him to be her stand-in groom. It did not hurt that this mysterious Jonny was just her type—young and innocent-looking, with furry ears and a large fluffy tail. So, what if he seemed a little lost and confused? The wedding went on as planned, and Valerie was saved from public humiliation but only for the moment. After all, her marriage to Isaac was supposed to solidify the business partnership between the Sullivans and the Holts. In addition, her sister, Madeline, did not seem too happy that things turned out well for Valerie. Worst of all, Valerie found out that Jonny was an important, influential figure—Jonathan Gunn—the first commander of the Empire and uncle to the current monarch! Who had Valerie actually married—the sensitive, adorable Jonny, or the formidable, impassive Jonathan? Would this last-second pairing end in true love or divorce?

“You Scammer! Return me my 10,000-year-old Mystic Jade Staff!” “You lost it fair and square in the gamble, Grand Elder. I can’t help it if your so-called Profound Scrying Eyes couldn’t see through my cups.” “What cups!? Those were the Divine Temple Bells of the Mahayana Temple!” “And?” “Even the Immortal Monarch himself can’t see through them, you thief!” *** “What do you mean you won’t reimburse me for the Flying Sword Insurance I took?” “The terms and conditions clearly state that there will be no reimbursement within the first year of taking out the policy.” “You never said that!” “And you never read the fine print in the contract, Patriarch.” “The fine print that was written with illusory ink!? You bastard!” *** “How did my small loan of 1,000 Immortal Stones turn into a debt of 100,000 Immortal Stones? You loan shark!” “That’s just the power of compounding, my friend.” “You call that compounding? I took the loan last week, you scammer! And I’m not your friend, I’m the goddamn Emperor!” *** “How are you not dead? I saw your corpse with my own eyes!” “My death was greatly exaggerated, Senior Sister.” “You didn’t even have a head!” “Like I said, exaggerated.” *** In the vast world of cultivation, where honor and integrity reign supreme, one man dares to defy the heavens—not with sword or spell, but with deception and trickery. Once a lowly street urchin, Han Yu quickly realized that cultivation required three things: talent, resources, and powerful backers. He had none of those. What he did have, however, was a sharp tongue, quick hands, and a complete lack of shame. From gambling dens to immortal auctions, from conning sect elders to running an interdimensional insurance scam, Han Yu’s reputation spreads across the cultivation world like an unstoppable plague. No treasure is too sacred, no contract too ironclad, and no oath too unbreakable for him to twist to his advantage. Even the mighty Immortal Clans dare not underestimate him—after all, the last sect that tried ended up legally belonging to him. With a growing list of enemies, a debt larger than some celestial empires, and a skillset that consists entirely of loopholes, misdirection, and sheer audacity, Han Yu’s journey to the peak of immortality is anything but conventional. Will he be hunted down by every major power in the realm? Will he accidentally scam his way into becoming an Immortal Emperor? Or will he outwit even fate itself and make the heavens owe him a favor? One thing is certain—when Han Yu is involved, nothing is ever fair, but the house always wins. ------- P.S: This book is set in the universe of Walker of the Words and is in the same time period. Tags: #Comedy #weak to strong #Scamming #Beast companions #Monster Master #World Exploration #Faceslapping #Overpowered Cheats #Pretending to be weak

What if the line between reality and the unknown isn’t as solid as we think? The Last Letter is a labyrinth of unsettling truth and distorted perception that pulls you into its dark corners and forces you to confront the uncomfortable. Javier stands at the edge of a door, but beyond it lies not just a new world—it's a reflection of everything we refuse to understand. Through flickers of time, fragmented memories, and whispers that never stop echoing, he discovers that what he seeks might destroy him. The clock is ticking, but it’s unclear whether he’s racing against time or caught in a trap of it. This is not a story of simple answers or clean resolutions. It's about the raw, disorienting chaos that comes when we try to face what’s lurking just out of reach—when we dare to ask the questions we’re afraid to answer. Every step Javier takes leads him deeper into a place where reality fractures, where decisions are irreversible, and where the line between what’s real and what’s imagined doesn’t exist. If you’re looking for a quick escape, The Last Letter isn’t for you. But if you're brave enough to walk through that door and face what’s on the other side, you might just uncover a truth that’s been waiting for you all along. Are you ready to find out if you can ever come back?

How could a one-night stand turn into something more? Meet Li Ruolan, an ordinary girl who works multiple jobs just to provide for herself. Her parents both died in a car crash resulting in her being an orphan. She's a 3rd-year college student who's doing well in her school. But what will happen if one day, someone came and ruin her life? Or, makes her life better?

Liam Ryder is a 17-year-old high school student who works part-time at a local diner and many other part-time jobs to support his family. He's a hardworking and responsible kid who dreams of a better life. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he has a one night stand with a stranger because of reason,he got involve with a mafia boss whose code name is 'BIG DRAGON' in the mafia world,the king of death,king of hell,a living devil,a devil in human world. He somehow became someone who the 'BIG DRAGON ' doesn't wanna let go. Do you think he will get to escape from the devil in human form❓What happens he get to know the truth about somethings he was kept in the dark before ,what happens when all the tuths prevail. WAIT AM I GOING TOFAR ,OKAY LETS STOP HERE AND REMEMBER ''The true writer's ink is her own blood '' trust me while you are here ''YOUR LAUGHTER WILL BE YOUR CONSTANT COMPANION AND JOY FOREVER BE THE INK THAT WRITES YOUR STORY.

Lucas Costanzo,29,a dangerous mafia king feared by all. Although his face is unknown in the Mafia world, his name is enough to make everyone scared. His life was pretty simple until one night he met someone who changed his entire life. Bella Knights,25,a simple orphan girl who is a normal office worker. She lives with her cute daughter Rachel. But that one night which she spend together with him, changed everything for her. This book is romance genre and contains some explicit scenes but it also primarily focuses on the journey of feeling love for the first time. The story revolves around the journey of a man and a woman who have never encountered true love. They both discover their love for each other and promise to be together till eternity. The characters experiences various stages of love together and learn to understand each other. Please give it lots of love. If you found the characters interesting, don't forget to add it in library. Mature content 18+ Excerpt: Bella: Don't tease me, anymore. Lucas:You know, you are so wet, baby. Bella: Touch me please. He put his head in between her thighs and his breath hit her opening. Bella:What are you doing? Lucas: Taking you to the real heaven, baby. Also every comment will be liked by the author.So please comment a lot. "Cover rights to respective owners" Stay tuned!!

Lucinda Perry, a social recluse and a workaholic, makes a pledge to herself to go all wild on her twenty-fifth birthday and even score a one night stand if she gets her long deserved promotion at work. Few days to her twenty-fifth birthday, she gets promoted to not just a higher position but to the head office in a different city. Having to spend her birthday night in a new city, she goes to the club where she meets a very handsome stranger, Thomas Hank, who offers to be her one night stand after catching a glimpse of her dare-to-do list, which included having a one night stand. Thomas Hank, after having been used by several ladies in the past, is bent on getting the lady of his dreams who would love him for himself and not his wealth. So when he meets the cute and naive Lucinda Perry at the club, he decides to keep his true identity from her and find out if she was worth keeping. ***Excerpt*** What is more entertaining than a crazy side character? Say hello to Sonia and Bryan. Sonia's heart stopped beating for a second, and then different thoughts started flying right through her head at that same time. Bryan Hank? Her celebrity crush was kneeling right in front of her and asking her to be his wife? Was he mistaking her for someone? Was it possible this was a skit, or maybe this was like one of those celebrity pranks, and there were cameras around, waiting to capture her make a fool of herself? Or perhaps she was dreaming? Sonia wondered as she looked around them, but all she saw were curious onlookers. "Please! Be my wife and make me the happiest man on Earth," He said in a very loud voice that caught the attention of everyone. Her editor who she had been waiting on for over an hour because he was trying to sign a deal with a movie producer who was interested in one of her stories, showed up at that moment, "Sonia, you know Bryan Hank?" Her editor asked in genuine surprise as he watched the scene before him. It seemed like an hour had passed since Bryan went on his knees, but it had only been a minute. Bryan knew no lady would be crazy enough to accept such a crazy proposal, and even if any were, paying her off and calling off the whole thing would be easy since all he wanted was the scandal that could come from this. The headlines were either going to be about his rejected Marriage proposal or his supposed engagement, which would be enough to let Sophia off the hook. "Yes!" Sonia said as she bobbed her head excitedly and extended her finger for him to wear her the ring. "Yes?" Bryan asked in confusion when he heard her response. "Yes! I will be your wife and make you the happiest man in the world!" Sonia said with a giggle and wiggled her fingers until Bryan slid the ring down her finger. Surprisingly the ring was her exact size, and it sat on her finger like it was made just for her. The sound of applause erupted all around them as Sonia stood up with a big smile on her face and embraced Bryan before kissing him right on the lips. Bryan was slightly taken aback by her boldness but quickly recovered since this was his game, and he had to play along. He was the one who had approached her first, after all. So when she tried to break the kiss, he held her chin and slowly nibbled on her lower lip before parting her lips with his tongue and sucked on it in a teasing manner, eliciting a moan from Sonia. Sonia felt light-headed. This was too good to be true. It just had to be a dream. How else could she explain that one moment she was seated at the lobby of a hotel waiting for her editor, and the next she was engaged to her celebrity crush and was kissing him right here in the open? (PS: Photo belongs to me. Art by @imagineTishaD)

Elowen never feared the night. She found solace in the whisper of rain against old stone, in the scent of earth after a storm, in the creaking song of crickets beneath the moonlight. But on one fateful evening, the night did more than embrace her—it called her name. Ishmael was a creature of shadows, a demon bound by fate and blood, cursed to linger at the edges of a world that no longer spoke his language. He had seen centuries pass, watched empires crumble, and yet, when he saw her—this fragile, fearless girl wandering through the dark—something within him stirred. She should have run. He should have let her. But instead, their gazes met, and in that moment, the line between salvation and damnation blurred.

Ayla is twenty -two when her boyfriend breaks up with her. Feeling distraught, she has a one-night stand with a stranger. That stranger turns out to be the CEO of the new company that she is going to work for. What will happen when the two strangers reunite again?

When humanity teetered on the brink of extinction at the hands of the strongest Demon King, Four Humans were chosen by the Gods to help them liberate the world from his tyranny. Yet, "the world" is no simple tale of black and white—its truths are painted in shades of grey. Betrayed by his own people, the Demon King falls, only to be reborn in a new life. Fuelled by vengeance, he seeks to reclaim his throne and punish those who wronged him. But will he ever be able to change his fate—a fate that takes everything from him, no matter how many times he tries?

When Amira Akanji returns to her ancestral village of Ereke, she expects peace and palm trees—not the face of a stranger who claims to know her from another life. He's a gifted painter. He's impossibly familiar. And he's painted her face in a portrait dated years before she was born. As the mysterious Ìrètí Ìlú festival approaches, Amira is drawn into a web of ancestral secrets, timeless love, and a haunting curse that has followed generations of women in her bloodline. One night in paradise will change everything. But will it lead to love… or to ruin? ---

On the night of his engagement, billionaire heir Ashton Kingsley makes the biggest mistake of his life—or so he thinks. A reckless one-night stand with a masked stranger turns into an obsession, haunting his every thought. The way she moved, the way she commanded his body… she was unlike any woman he had ever met. And then, by morning, she was gone. But the real shock comes when Ashton finally meets his fiancée—Isabella Devereaux, the woman he was forced to marry for business. A woman he had never seen before. Except… he had. Those piercing green eyes. That subtle smirk. That air of mystery. His fiancée was the woman he had spent the night with. Now, trapped in a marriage neither of them wanted, Ashton is determined to unravel her secrets. Why did she seduce him that night? Was it revenge, a test, or something deeper? Isabella plays the perfect fiancée in public, but behind closed doors, she is his greatest temptation and his worst nightmare. He was supposed to be the one in control. Instead, he’s the one falling, wanting, needing. And Isabella? She’s hiding something—something that could ruin them both. One night changed everything. Now, there’s no turning back.

A night of being drunk had gotten her entangled with the most desired bachelor. The handsome sexy Chris Evans. Ivy had only planned to have fun but After that night, she had become his. Chris Evans had come knocking on her door, claiming she belongs to him. She couldn't believe she had been drawn into the world of the elite in the country. Chris was born with a silver spoon but at 27, he had upgraded to a shiny golden spoon. He was a big name in the world of the rich. The world of the highest and richest. On that list, he was number one. No one comes close to him. Chris had lost his control for the first time in his life and that was because of a drunk girl in a red gown. That had never happened which means, she belonged to him and no one else. He had to have her at all costs and that meant, taking her... What would happen when she jumps into a relationship faster than she had planned and the attraction keeps getting stronger? How would they control the urge?

Meet Zoe Martins, an ordinary secretary to a reputable industry finds out that her husband had been cheating on her with her sister. “So you’ve been cheating on me with my sister? After everything I've done for you?” Zoe questioned Stanley. But the man she called her husband didn't even flinch when she caught him on top of her sister, making love to her on their matrimonial bed. “You should thank me for what I’m doing, Zoe. You are a barren woman! You can't give me a child! You should be glad I'm banging your sister and not some random woman!” Stanley's words felt like daggers that stabbed Zoe’s heart, despite how much of a matter of fact it was. She's been married to Stanley for three long years, bearing the burden of being a wife and a husband all at the same time since her deadbeat husband couldn't find a job. But not once did she get pregnant. “That's right, sister. You know I can do anything for you, including giving birth for you since you have skill issues,” Jenna spatted as her lips stretched into an evil smirk. Zoe couldn't handle the betrayal and left her house to drown her sorrow at a club where she met a man who looked like the devil. Since her husband was cheating on her, Zoe decided to do the same. “Once we do this, you are mine,” the devil's replica declared.

Anna, now Avyanna, has found herself remembering her past life on her 18th birthday. She goes through a journey of understanding herself, bonding with people, finding love, and letting people in a magic world understand the happiness that sports bring. This is my first book. Hope you like it feel free to make suggestions or corrections.

Genre & Tags: Billionaire/Office romance, pregnancy, Arranged marriage, forbidden love, Love triangle, haunting past, Dark secrets. •SYNOPSIS• What is the definition of LOVE to the poor and orphaned Iris Norbert?.. It's nothing else but.. L – Longing O – Only V – Victimizes E – Emotionally Because why?... Love to her is added struggles, pain and self-loathing. However, fate rewrote this definition after that night... That memorable night that got her pregnant for an enigmatic billionaire, Harrison Brooks, whom she met in his drunken state at the bar… Realizing what happened during the long night, Iris fled in fear but when he wakes up, the billionaire is relentless in searching for the girl who took his virginity just the same way he took hers.... What happens when she gets employed in his company but none of them recognizes the other?.. Why do his voice, cologne and bodybuild seem so familiar to her?.. What's that crack and melt in his heart?.. TWIST?.. What happens when fate mercilessly unravels the fact that Iris' female-college bully is Harrison's betrothed whom he must get married to within six months…? Not just that.. What if a past event comes haunting, one day, when things were just about to get better?.. What wins?.... Love or obligation??.. Fate or fear?... BUCKLE UP FOR TWISTS, TURNS AND DRAMA GALORE

The Night of Hunting Games Written by Pubang Illustrated by Gentle Coda FREE on Kindle Unlimited and Kobo Plus now! Young monk Alex used to wander through the peaceful temple and village, his heart calm and serene. But then, a beautiful girl suddenly entered his life, stirring feelings within him. Just as their emotions began to grow, an unexpected alien hunting game put their lives in danger. Crisis after crisis, they discovered their true purposes. Upon first meeting the girl, Alex said, “My master told me I must not be attached to worldly desires…” https://amzn.asia/d/ffnJv1Z https://www.kobo.com/au/en/ebook/the-night-of-hunting-games

Rose stood defiantly, eyes locked onto his golden ones as she lifted the hem of her small top, exposing the smooth expanse of her stomach before peeling the fabric over her head. The red glittering bra shimmering under moonlight as if made for this very moment. She ignored the tremor of anticipation curling in her gut. None of that mattered. Not even the reckless haze of drugs clouding her thoughts. Tonight, she was in control. This was a mission. A mission to keep his attention solely on her so could save her friend from his curse. Her fingers hooked into the waistband of her shorts, her breath steadying when she saw him go rigid. Shoulders squared. Posture tensed. Not in fear. Not in disgust. But in something far sinister. His Interest. “Yes… feast your depraved little eyes and filthy mind on this,” she whispered, smirking as the shorts fell away, pooling at her ankles. The silky red thong clung to her hips, the moonlight accentuating every curve of her body. She flicked the discarded clothing aside, shifting her weight slightly as she let her nightly visitor drink in the sight of her naked glory. His posture no longer that of boredom. Good. That was exactly what she wanted. More like, what intoxicated, irrational Rose wanted. She twirled, giving him a deliberate view, rolling her hips just enough to torment. “Since you’ve made my life a living hell, I might as well return the favor.” She cast a wicked smile over her shoulder. “Consider this my gift to you—one you’ll never get to touch.” By the time she turned back, her stomach plummeted. He had moved. No longer a distant silhouette in the meadow—he now stood at the edge of her patio. Much closer and so much real. The thrill that had fueled her was fading slowly. Had she just made a mistake playing this game with her stalker? Swallowing hard, she lowered herself onto the chair, parting her bare legs wide and letting the wooden cross dangle before her barely covered cherry, in a taunt. A silent challenge. His fingers curled around the wooden rail, veins standing taut against the black ink of his tattoos. His chest rose and fell, controlled but heavier, as though restraining something barely contained beneath his skin. "Want a taste, my dear stalker?" Rose whispers She had him pinned. Or so she thought. Her shadowy visitor moves. Slow, deliberate steps leading closer. Panic slammed into her. No. Rose bolted upright, pressing the cross against the glass door separating them. “Stay back!” Her voice wavered a bit. “I swear, I’ll burn your stalking ass right where you stand!” He stilled. A beat of silence. Then— A low, quiet chuckle rumbled through the night air, reaching her ears like smoke. Deep and Dark. Her stomach twisted. The sound was foreign, yet eerily familiar. As if she had always known this was how he would sound. His hands rose in mock surrender, his hooded head tilting slightly, as if entertained by her little performance. Then, as effortlessly as he had closed the distance, he stepped back. Rose’s breath fastened. She was playing with fire, willingly, by provoking the one who comes out at night and remain in shadows. And he was enjoying it.   == In the embrace of her ancestral town, Rose seeks refuge from the echoes of her past. Little does she know, her return to her roots will awaken dormant shadows, shattering ordinary her existence. For when the darkness falls over the town, from the pitch black rises a shadowy figure that haunt her nights. In the darkness he sweeps her off the ground in terrible fear and the allure of sinister intrigue. And once the sun comes, a man with a god awful attitude, haunts her in the broad day light. Causing her to swell with pure disdain. With each passing night, it draws closer to Rose, casting a chilling spell that both terrifies and exhilarates her. Thrust into a labyrinth of mysteries can she navigate the treacherous path laid before her, or will her nightly visitor consume her whole?

its about a underworld powerful boy with mysterious powers .

Chloe was the second daughter of the Bishop family, she was the girl who had it all breathtaking looks, a foster father who loved her as much as his own biological daughter, and a fiance who was handsome and rich. But nothing was perfect in this world. It turned out she also had a foster mother and sister who could ruin everything she had. The night before the engagement party, her foster mother drugged her and plotted to send her to hooligans. Fortunately, Chloe went to the wrong room and spent a night with a stranger. It turned out that man was the CEO of America's top multinational group, who was only 29 but on the Forbes List. After having a one-night stand with her, he proposed, "Marry me, I will help you to take revenge."

Betrayed by her boyfriend and half-sister, Chloe drowns her sorrows at a bar—only to wake up next to a dangerously handsome stranger. No names. No strings. Just a one-night mistake… or so she thought. The next day, she walks into her company and comes face-to-face with her new boss—the same man from that night. She avoids him, pretending it never happened. But fate isn’t done with her yet. That evening, her father sets her up on a blind date… and he is the one waiting for her. With a smirk, he leans in and whispers: “Woman, you’re mine—yesterday, today, and forever.”

Elysia was betrayed by her stepmother and stepsister, who sent her to the notorious warlord, Thane, instead of her stepsister. This was a carefully orchestrated plan of her family. "Hate me all you want," He murmured, "but don’t think for a second that you can ignore me." Trapped in his dark world, she braces herself for the worst. Even the whole city held its breath for her downfall, but they only watched as she became the light of his life. [WARNING: MATURE CONTENT]

Ngesa a once rich heiress is dumped by her fiancee and her father ends up committing suicide after he goes bankrupt.she ends up at the Claw where she is deflowered by a mysterious man.she gives birth to triplets and goes back to the city in search of a job and ends up working for the CEO who is the same gigolo she thought is the father of her kids

Emily, usually cautious and reserved, finds herself at a trendy bar celebrating a friend's birthday. After a few drinks, she meets a charming and handsome stranger, Jack. They lock eyes, and the chemistry is undeniable. As the night wears on, Emily's inhibitions fade, and she succumbs to Jack's flirtations. They share a passionate night, but the next morning, Emma regrets her impulsive decision. As she quickly gathers her belongings and prepares to leave, Jack shows no signs of remorse or attachment. Emma realizes she's just another notch on his belt. She left in anger feeling used. She vow not to cross path with him ever again, only to find out the next day Jack is her new boss at her place of work.

*Excerpt* "Argh..." Ellie forced herself to stop moving, and she pushed the man dragging her away by her arm with all the strenght she could muster. "Aren't you listening to me? He's only a child. Please." she pleaded. The man was as solid as a concrete wall, and although he barely moved a step away despite the force she used in pushing him, her actions seemed to have made him stop dragging her. Or maybe not. Because the next second, she heard the sound of the sole of a shoe hit the ground, then another, and another... Turning around in apprehension, she realized the painter had finally turned from his painting and was walking toward her. Her bones froze instantly. His face... She had no words to describe how beautiful he was, even though his skin was almost white. His dark brown hair fell over his forehead, almost covering his dangerously cold dark grey eyes. His steps were slow and majestic, making him look like a top ranked demon walking out of hell with just one agenda — to end her miserable life. He reeked of bloodlust, and the aura around him radiated death and destruction. The hairs on her skin stood up in reaction to the threat approaching her, and knowing she couldn't outrun him, she fell on her knees. "P-please, I-im s-sorry for disturbing you a-and pushing him. My brother is only a child. He's sick and I'm the only one he has. If you must imprison me, then I beg you to at least take him to an orphanage." Ellie pleaded, stuttering for the first time in her life, her eyes fixed on the floor. A moment later, she felt a cold finger touch her chin, pushing her head. When that was done, he took off her mask, exposing her face. Ellie's heart was beating wildly by this time. There was no trace of warmth, neither did any emotion register on his face upon seeing her complete facial features. It was just plain, cold, blankness. "You are in no position to make demands." His lips finally moved, and the words that came out of his mouth crushed Ellie's heart. "It's not a demand. Just a request. I don't want him to die." She persisted. "What makes you think I would grant such a request?" "Because it's the right thing to do." Ellie gave the obvious answer, but his face twisted like she just spit poison at him. "Do I look like someone who gives a fuck about doing the right thing?" "No!" Ellie answered truthfully. "I'm sorry. I made a mistake. Saving my brother is not the right thing. It is the wrong thing. In fact, I can assure you it is the wrongest thing to do." She made a quick U-turn, and the painter's brows flew up in surprise for just a second, before his next order jumped out of his mouth. "Take her away." *** Life dealt Ellie Sander a cruel blow when her parents suddenly died in a car crash, leaving her to cater for her five year old anaemic brother, whose ability to walk was affected by the same crash. With no money, no stable job, and no help coming from anywhere, she was forced to take advantage of the insecurity in their town to fend for herself and her brother. Being a waitress in the day and a fake Vampire at night, she raised enough money and all went well until one night when she met with the real vampire, and her freedom was taken away.