Chapter 86 Just Leave
“What the hell are you doing, Dad?” I open my eyes in an instant upon listening to Alexander’s voice.
Thank God! Today, he arrived at the right time.
A rush of relief courses through me when I see Alexander standing there, gripping his father’s wrist and giving him a piercing stare.
I immediately rise from the floor and stand, firmly embracing him from behind.
“I have come now. Nobody will hurt you.” He soothes me, squeezing my hand and staring at me over his shoulder.
“Alexander, why can’t you see this bitch separated you from your brother-” His father tries to interject, his voice dripping with disdain.
Alexander cuts him off, his voice raised in frustration. “Don’t disgrace her, or I might just forget you’re my father.”
“You’re standing up for a mere maid against your own flesh and blood?”
“She’s not just a maid to me. She’s my entire world. If anyone tries to hurt her, they’ll have to face my wrath. I don’t care if it’s my brother or my father.” As he warns his father, I feel profound relief.
My grip on his coat loosens and my fear fades in a second because my man is there with me to protect me from the entire world. I feel like a weight has been lifted off my shoulders, and I can finally breathe again!
He turns towards me and clasps my face, staring at me with a hint of guilt in his eyes. “I’m sorry, love.” He murmurs before placing a soft kiss on my forehead.
I shake my head and whisper, “It’s not your fault, Alexander.”
He scoops me in his arms and carries me upstairs without looking at his father, making me feel safe in his embrace.
“You have forgotten, Alexander, that all women are the same and must be kept under control. Mark my words: you’ll regret falling in love with her.”
He ignores his father’s words and walks straight to his room, holding me in his arms. I rest my head on his chest, and his soothing heartbeat makes me forget about everything.
I don’t care about anything else until he is with me.
He lays me down on the bed and enquires, his voice laced with concern. “Are you fine?”
“Now I’m fine, but I was so afraid, Alexander. Thank God you arrived on time.” I admit, wrapping my arms around him in a comforting hug.
“I’m so sorry, love. I never thought that Dad would do something like this. I should have never left you alone.” He apologises as we pull apart.
I shake my head. “Don’t blame yourself, because you can’t stay with me for twenty-four hours. I have to learn to protect myself.”
“I will never allow him to come here again. I can’t believe my family is hurting the person whom I love. First Edward and now Dad. I’m so disappointed.” He stares straight, dejected.
“I’ll never disappoint you, Alexander.” I clasp his hand and place a tender kiss on it, and he fixes his eyes filled with love on me.
“I know, Alice, and that’s why I’m afraid to lose you. I finally have the Alice I’ve missed for so long, and I can’t bear to lose her.”
“I’m certain if I ever get lost again in the future, you’ll find me back. Therefore, I’m not afraid of anything now.” I utter, passing him a warm smile.
“I love you, Alice.” He whispers, caressing my cheek with his thumb and locking his eyes with mine.
“I love you more.” With that confession, I close the distance between us, sealing our emotions with a soft, lingering kiss that speaks volumes.
Our clothes slip off and cascade down to creating a soft rustling sound as we undress each other. As our naked bodies touch, a shiver runs down my spine. The sound of our breathing fills the room as we explore each other, our hands tracing over curves and muscles.
I can smell the sweet fragrance of his cologne mixed with the scent of our passion. The gentle moans of pleasure echo through the room as we lose ourselves in each other’s embrace. The sensation of his skin against mine is electric, and we lose ourselves in the moment, our bodies moving in perfect harmony, as we make love.
Alexander’s P. O. V.
I step out of the room and find Dad still sitting in the hall. My brows furrow in fury. I can’t bear him now because he tries to hurt my Alice.
“Dad, just leave my house. I’m breaking my relationship with you.” I approach him and state, startling him.
His eyes widen in disbelief as my words hang in the air. His face contorts with a mix of anger and shock, but I stand my ground, determined to protect the woman I love.
“You’re… you’re breaking your relationship with me?” He stammers, his voice laced with incredulity.
“Yes,” I reply firmly, my gaze unwavering. “You crossed a line that should never have been crossed. I won’t tolerate anyone who tries to hurt my Alice, not even if it’s my father.”
He glares at me, his anger simmering beneath the surface. “You’re choosing a maid over your own blood?”
I shake my head, my tone resolute. “She’s not just a maid, and if you ever try to hurt her again, I won’t hesitate to send you to prison like I sent to Edward.”
His eyes widen, disbelief etched on his face. “You can’t be serious, Alexander. This… this woman has twisted your mind.”
“No, Dad. You were the one who had twisted my mind when I was a kid. You filled my mind with toxic beliefs that men should keep women under their control. It because of Alice, I could understand that I was so wrong. Dad, women are equals to men, they aren’t a piece of thrash. Not every woman is a cheater.”
His anger intensifies. “You’re throwing away everything for her?”
I take a deep breath, my resolve unwavering. “Yes, I’m throwing away toxicity, cruelty, and narrow-mindedness. I won’t stand by and let you poison my mind any longer.”
He rises from his seat, his fists clenched. “Fine, go ahead, be with your precious Alice. But mark my words, Alexander, you’ll come to your senses in the end.”
I meet his gaze evenly, devoid of fear. “Time will tell, Dad. Now please, leave.”
As he storms off, I feel a mix of emotions coursing through me-anger, disappointment, but also relief. I’ve made a hard decision, but it’s the right one. My priority is Alice’s well-being. I won’t let anyone hurt her.
As I turn to go upstairs, I see Alice standing at the stairs, her eyes filled with immense love.Exclusive content from NôvelDrama.Org.
I approach her. “He won’t bother us anymore.” I assure her, wrapping my arms around her and pulling her close. “I won’t let anyone hurt you, love.”
Tears glisten in her eyes as she buries her face in my chest, her arms holding onto me as if I’m her lifeline. “Thank you for standing up for me, for protecting me.” She whispers, her voice filled with gratitude.
“Always, Alice. You’re not alone in this.” I whisper back, pressing a gentle kiss to the top of her head.