BRUTAL MINDS (A DARK ROMANCE)

CHAPTER 23- THE DANGER IN HER LIFE

             His eyelids flew open and when they did, she wasn't there anymore. Indeed he was working late but He had fallen asleep on the desk somewhere along the line. Glancing into his watch, Hades realized it was 9:35pm. That was a quick nap. He thought.

             He had no stamina to continue working anymore, neither could her fall asleep right away so He decided to see how a certain red-haired was doing. He successfully switched the computer to the surveillance camera in her house.

You could have told me you'd be coming over Esra, I had no idea. Allison said, coming out of the bathroom wearing a matching pink pajama set.
I thought I'd surprise you.
Esra said, walking into the bedroom with some snacks in her hands and throwing one at Allison.
Besides, I never get time to see you anymore.
I know I know I'm sorry. We're all just tied down at the office I guess.
Yeah and I'd never thought it'd be this hell of stressful working for Davian.
He stresses you out? I'm sorry sweetie but I'm sure he doesn't mean it.
I can put up with a little stress, the pay is worth it after-all.
How's your resort going?
Huh?
The one at Cuba.
Oh yea, it's been good so far...wait, I don't remember telling you about my beach resort program.
Esra shrugged. Davian told me.
Wow you call him by his first name now?
Esra chuckled. Come off it girl.
Come off what?
Those accusing eyes. You know I'd never touch what's yours.
You'd better not.
I guess my friendliness is just...infectious.
You can say that again.
And besides I'm your best friend so it's only natural.
Forgive me for being a guppy a second there. I'm sorry I ever doubted you.
Esra waved her hand. It's fine, it's fine, I'd be overprotective too if I found myself someone that rich.
Allison smiled. It's not about his wealth.
Oh that's right, you have an empire of your own don't you? Women like you my dear search for love but women like me chase after the cash instead.
You're so silly Esra. She laughed.
Am I?
Yes you are.
Okay I didn't want to say this but...
What is it? Tell me
It's about Davian.
What is it then? Is he alright? She looked worried.
He has confided in me about your no intimacy policy till after marriage.
Allison let out a sigh. Is that so bad?
Maybe not to you but to him, it's driving him nuts and I'd say you give him a chance even if it's just once.
Esra...
I mean what could go wrong? You'd better sit up tight sweetheart before one these conniving witches steal him away.
No one is stealing Davian from me. Allison smiled. Absolutely no one.
Cheers to that.
Yes He loves me too much for anything to go wrong.
I hope so.

Hades switched off the monitor, that was enough. His pet was okay and he didn't want to have a stalking obsession. Although something was off about that best friend of hers.

Davian told me....
He has confided in me....
Women like me chase after the cash instead....

How well do you even know your friends, pet? Why are you so naive?
He thought, bitterly.

            But then again, was she naive or was he the one with trust issues? He reached out to the small glass tube at the base of his necklace and caressed it affectionately.

I miss you, Venice. I really do.

THE NEXT DAY
LENSHAW CORPORATIONS.
3:00pm

Knock, Knock.

Come in.
Good afternoon sir,
Hades looked up from his desk. It was Allison.
All done? He asked.
All done. She said, placing a bunch of files on his desk. And also you have a meeting scheduled for tomorrow morning at eight. Just thought I'd let you know before hand.
You're doing well Miss Doreen. He said, absentmindedly. Thank you.
What was wrong with him today?
Allison thought.

             It wasn't usual for Hades to address her formally or not insist she called him by his first name neither was it like him to look so drained.