I rushed in to show Alex the threats messages I have been getting from Liam. I regretted having had feelings for such a beast.

He adjusted his tie. “He can't get to you. You have me.” He assured me and I relaxed a bit.

Alex sent Liam proof of his shady deals and the ideas he stole, but he didn't stop.

Alex's phone rang, shrill in the silence. It was an unknown caller id. “Alexander, you've made a grave mistake!” The strange voice bellowed.

“Who's this?” Alex asks, applying his cologne.

“Liam's assistant.” the voice replied. “Back off now, or Layla suffers.” He threatened.

Alex clenched his fist, obviously boiling...