Chapter 106 Putting My Life In Danger
Alice’s P. O. V.
I stand at the window, gazing out. My eyes widen in shock as I spot Edward standing just outside the hotel.
As the memories of the past torment me, my heart races, and my breath becomes heavy. Images of his sinister face and the torment he inflicted flash before me.
“Relax, Alice. You can’t fall weak. Now you’re Alexander’s strong girl, who knows how to deal with a person like him.” As I calm down myself, placing my hand on my heart, my breathing gets normal.
Wait a moment, when did he get released from prison? And what is he doing here?
As these questions pop into my mind, without hesitation, I reach for my phone and dial Alexander’s number.
“Hello-”
“Alexander, I just saw Edward outside my hotel.” I inform him in a composed tone.
“What? What is he doing there? I’ll not leave him. Are you fine, love?” As he enquires, his voice filled with concern and anger, a reflection of the deep love and protectiveness he has for me.
“Alexander, I’m alright. You just tell me how he is roaming freely.”
“Alice, I kept something from you.”
My brows furrow in confusion as I ask, “What?”
“I arranged for Edward’s release from prison.”
My heart sinks at his revelation. “What? Why on earth did you do that? Did your father compel you to do this?”
“Yes. It was so hard for me.” He admits.
“Why didn’t you share this with me, Alexander?” I question with a hint of disappointment.
“Because I thought it would frighten you.”
“I’ve grown stronger, Alexander. If anyone dares to touch me, I’ll kill that person.” I assert, my voice growing stronger.
“I’m so proud of you, love. You have really become so strong. I’m sorry for not telling you.”
“It’s okay. I know you did this for me.” I reply, understanding him.
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“No, focus on finding Aunt. I’ll be fine.” I assure him.
“I love you.”
“I love you even more.” I respond with a warm smile, our connection visible even through the distance of a phone call.
My mood changes in an instant whenever I talk to him.
I glance out the window once more, and as I see Edward still standing there, I wonder why he’s here.
Edward’s P. O. V.
I stand outside the car, waiting for Mia to return after meeting Alice. It’s still hard for me to believe that she has given a second chance to someone as monstrous as me. Even though I can’t forgive myself for what I’ve done, she forgave me.
I pull back on the earth as my phone rings in my jeans pocket, startling me from my thoughts. It’s Alexander calling.
As soon as I answer the call, he yells at me in fury. “What the hell are you doing outside the hotel where Alice is staying, Edward? She saw you. If you try to hurt her again, I’ll bury you alive. Don’t make me regret leaving you alive before. Just leave from there right now.”
“Alexander-” Before I can say anything, he disconnects the call.
My heart aches at the intensity of his hatred for me, but I can’t deny that I deserve it. In fact, I deserve far worse.
I compose myself and call Mia.
“Come back. We have to leave.”
“What? I haven’t even met Alice.”
“Alexander just called me and told me that Alice saw me. He warned me to leave this place right now.”
“Shit! I shouldn’t have brought you here. I’m just coming back.” She cuts the call, and I sit inside the car.
As she returns and settles inside, I drive off.
After a few minutes,
I utter, breaking the silence. “I want to apologise again for whatever I did with you and Alice. Although I know nothing can justify my cruel actions, I still want to share with you something. Could I?” I ask, glancing at her.
She just gives me a nod in approval.
“I wasn’t in my senses those days. Alcohol had driven me crazy and turned me into a beast I never wanted to be. Believe me, Mia, I hadn’t forced any woman before that. When I finally regained my sanity in jail, I couldn’t believe the brutal deeds I’d committed, and I realized that I’d lost everything. I hurt people I didn’t even want to harm in my nightmares. I wanted to end my life, but that would be a too easy punishment. So I decided to spend this life, punishing myself every day, making it a living hell for myself. But last night, you made me realise I should do something good for this world.”
Mia listens intently as I share my inner turmoil and self-reflection.
There remains a silence for a moment before she finally speaks, her voice filled with sympathy and understanding.
“Edward, I can’t pretend to understand the darkness you went through, but I believe people can change. Your willingness to confront your past and your desire to do something good now is a step in the right direction.”
I nod, my grip on the steering wheel tightening slightly. “I know I can never make amends for the pain I’ve caused, but I want to try, Mia. I want to be a better person.”
She reaches out to touch my hand for a few seconds, a gesture that surprises me but also warms my heart.
“Now I can see a glimmer of goodness in you, Edward. Last night showed me that there’s more to you than your sin. It won’t be easy, and you’ll have to work hard to make amends, but if you genuinely want to do something good for this world, then I’m willing to support you.”
Her words strike a chord within me, and I find it hard to hold back tears. It’s the first time in a long while that someone has shown me any form of compassion or belief in my potential for change.
“I know I have a long way to go.” I reply, my voice quivering with emotion. “But having your support means more to me than you can imagine. I want to make amends, not just for Alice and you, but for myself as well.”
Alice’s P. O. V.
My brows furrow in confusion as an unknown number flashes on my phone’s screen.
I answer it with caution. “Hello.”
“Hello, bitch.” My eyes widen in shock as I recognize the person’s voice.
It’s Alexander’s father.
I take a deep breath to compose myself before answering with shaky confidence. “What do you want, Mr Wilson? Why did you call me?”
“Don’t act like you know nothing.” His words deepen the frown on my forehead.
“What do you mean?”
“I know you and Alexander are fooling me by meeting sneakily. I asked Alexander to make you hate him, but he did the opposite.”
“I can never hate him because I love him.” He chuckles at my words.
“Even after knowing that I kidnapped your aunt, and I can do anything to her, you still dare to behave like this with me.”
Listening to his words, I clench my hands to control my rising anger. “What do you want?”
“I want you to meet me, then I’ll free your aunt.” He finally comes to the point, adding a chilling warning, “And don’t you dare tell Alexander about our conversation because my eyes are on you.”
His threat sends a shiver down my spine. I feel like I’m caught in the middle of a dangerous game.
I sigh and respond with determination, “Fine. I’ll meet you, but you better keep your end of the bargain and release my aunt unharmed.”
He chuckles again, and the sound sends more shivers down my spine. “Good. I’ll send you the details of where and when. Make sure you come alone, or your aunt’s life will be in danger.”
The call ends, leaving me with a heavy heart. I need to inform Alexander about this, but Mr Wilson’s warning lingers in my mind. I can’t risk my aunt’s safety.
As I leave the hotel, I say a silent prayer for Aunt and my safety. I know I’m putting my life in danger by going there alone, but I don’t have any other option. I have to take this risk for her.