Their Time.

Chapter 15 - Emotions

Vera fell asleep quickly after we finished talking. I wish I could be with her, but I have a lot of work to complete.

I contacted the boys, telling them to meet me in my office in 20 minutes so I could shower and prepare for the meeting.

As soon as I walk into my office, I sit down at my desk and begin sorting through the necessary files and documents.

Lynx is the first to appear, followed by Sayer, and finally Eden. We immediately begin to work without wasting any time.

"Vera has been discovered by the Italians. She is very important to me, as you all know, and she is new to all of us. I'll go to any length to keep her safe from it all." I declare.

"Has she learned about the Mafia yet?" Sayer ponders slowly, not wanting to irritate me.

"No, she doesn't; we have been moving quicker than most, and I didn't want to lose her." He nodded in response to my comment.

"Do you think her mom might be involved? She did vanish and left Vera all alone, plus if she didn't know you she would be on the streets right now." Lynx asks.

"I'd like you to track down her whereabouts and see who she's been hanging out with. I don't care how difficult it is. Make it happen."

Before he went, he nodded. "Go over the security footage and look for bugs in the warehouses and residence, Sayer. We might have a mole on our hands." He was gone in a flash.

"Lynx, go to the other prisoner who was with scumbag we tortured for information. Don't return with no information." He also leaves with a 'yes boss'.

I went to check on Vera, slumping forward in my chair with a sigh. In case she was still sleeping, I cautiously opened the door.

I grew concerned when I didn't see her in the room. I went through my closet, bathroom, and patio. She isn't here. What the hell is going on here? I sighed a sigh of relief as I felt arms wrap around my waist, recognizing it was her.

"Darling, you should not startle me like that." I told her as I turned around to see her features. In return, she gives me a nod.

"Have you had anything to eat yet?" I inquired, knowing she wasn't accustomed to eating all three meals every day. I chuckled at her smile.

"Yeah, just some fruit, though. I wasn't that hungry. I'm gonna get dressed. I want to get some school stuff done today. I'm almost done with the school year."

"All right, that sounds good; I'll be in my office if you need me." After kissing me on the lips, I said. Although I said I'd be in the office, I was actually completing Vera's surprise.

I wanted to make an area for her to read in while also being comfortable. I chose white shelving and filled it with her books, as well as getting her some more based on the ones she already has.

I built the shelves around a window in a corner that had nothing around it. Then I built a nook next to the window for her to relax in.

I went to take a shower hoping to feel less disgusting afterward. I scrub my body, wash my face and hair, and shave as desired.

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In 36 minutes, I'm done, out of the shower, and drying my body and hair. I opted to wear something elegant today because I'm feeling more secure with how I appear now.

Nadia has been assisting me in feeling comfortable but attractive in what I want to wear and not allowing my mind to lead me astray.

Putting on underwear and knee-high lace socks. I put on a brown/beige plaid skirt, a tan tank top with frills, and a yellow cropped sweater.

I put on a variety of necklaces, rings, and earrings that I had chosen.

I leave the room and go to my study after applying deodorant, perfume, and chapstick. Even if it's in my thoughts, saying that seems strange.

Aside from the room I was given at my mother's house, I've never had a home of my own.

As soon as I sit down at my desk, I get immediately to work, eager to finish as soon as possible.

I'm finished after 3 hours of writing, emailing, and an online meeting with one of my instructors.

I went to Holden's office to see if he was available or if we could do something. When I knock on the door to receive 'come in' I smile as I realize he is now doing nothing but staring out the window.

"Hi, are you occupied? I completed the rest of my schoolwork for the week. I was hoping we could do something together." I inquired.

"No, I'm not. I completed some stuff as well. I'll take care of the rest later. I'm in desperate need of a break. What were you thinking?" He answers courteously.

"I'm not sure, to be honest. I didn't plan that far ahead of time. I wasn't sure if you'd be or not."

"Okay, well, the surprise with your books is now complete. Do you want to have a look at it?" He inquired.

"Yes! Please, I've wanted to ask you about it for a long time, but didn't want to come across as nagging." I tell him with a squeal of delight in my voice.

He laughed, but he still led the way. He came to a halt at a sliding wood door after many turns and two halls. He stepped back and motioned for me to open it.

I slid the door to the left after grabbing the handle. As I enter, my jaw drops at the sight; it's so beautiful.