UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
CHAPTER 35 & 36
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At first Tatiana thought maybe he was drunk but she didn’t perceive any scent of alcohol from him. Maybe she is hearing things.
The same room with Cassuis?? She would go crazy!
Just the feel of his hands around her was already making her heart race hard and now he wanted her to stay in the same room.
“It’s fine if you say no” he whispered breaking the hug. “I just don’t want to be alone, that’s all”
Those eyes of his made it hard for her to resist to stay. The subtle plead in his eyes caused her lips to move on its own.
“Yes”
His lips curled up a little and he is eyes crinkled one side. Tatiana realized what she had said. A word she can’t take back.
“How’s your head?” He asked lightly as his hand reached for the hair that covered the wound and lifted it up.
Tatiana’s heart skipped a beat when his hand brushed her skin. She felt a jolt of electricity run through her body and couldn’t believe how sensitive she feels around his recently.
“I’m fine” she forced herself to respond.
“Let’s get some rest, you’re probably tired” he whispered and turn to lay on the bed while she froze like a statue unsure of what to do.
“C’mon” he pat the bed beside him. Is he serious right now?
“I’ll sleep on the couch or the floor” she retorted.
The man titled his head one side. “What a naughty little Rebel. Don’t worry, I promise not to do whatever you’re thinking” he had a small smirk on his face.
Even in the dark room, Cassuis could see how Tatiana cheek flushed hard.
Tatiana lay at the close edge of the bed with her back facing him. The bed was big enough to fit seven grown men so the there was quite a distance between them. Her mouth sealed.
Cassuis whose eyes was on her the entire time wished he had a smaller bed. But her presence was enough for him.
Never had he allowed someone into his room except the cleaner who clean the place and they mustn’t use more than two hours.
But now, he was about to allow a woman spend the night over on the same bed. Same thing happened years ago when he claimed her.
That night lingered in his head as he stared at her back. He was devastated by his mom’s accident and the person behind the accident turned out to be a close friend who committed suicide after Cassuis challenged him.
Meeting Tatiana that night woke something buried inside him, that was why he searched for her.
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UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
Tatiana woke up the next morning, blinking the remnant of sleep from her eyes. Her gaze met with an unfamiliar and as she tried to move she felt her arms onto a hard chest.
Her brow creased as she immediately looked up. She gasped seeing Cassuis’s face and immediately wanted to pull away but his strong hold around his waist stopped her.
She froze and slowly looked up, his eyes were still closed. She tried to remove from his hold, gentler this time around but his arm pulled her closer than before.
“Where do you think you’re going?” He asked without opening his eyes.
“I.. want to sleep.. properly” she stuttered in a low voice.
“You were the one who clung onto me in the middle of the night, that’s your proper way of sleeping. And now you’re running away from it?”
She clung onto him? Tatiana face reddened. She love holding onto something while sleeping. It’s either her teddy bear, pillow or Dylan. That must be the reason her body acted on its own.
“I… I didn’t mean to” she stuttered and made to move again but he plulled her closer. Closer, that her head glued to chest.
“I’m not complaining little Rebel. Stay still. Just for a little longer” he demanded in a low voice that made her heart flutter.
His amazing scent invaded her nose and she let herself inhaled more of it. She felt safe in his arms and the familiar tingle coursed through her. It was amazing.
“Cassuis?” She called lightly after a while of silence.
“Cash” he corrected and she let out a secret smile. He is allowing her to call him his nickname.
“Cash”
“Hm”
“How are you feeling now?” She asked.
“Thanks to you, I’m good”
After a while of silence, she asked again. “Did Zero mentioned who killed my sister?” She asked.
“Not yet” he responded lightly.
A light knock interrupted them and Cassius let out a low groan.
“Master, you have a visitor” Butler Conrad informed on the other side. Cassuis released Tatiana and sat up.
“I’ll also be leaving” Tatiana said stood.
“You don’t have any schedule. Stay” his words left no room for arguement as he left the room.
“Stay, why is he always bossy? Hey Cassuis.. I mean Cash” She ran after him but halt when she saw the visitor that had come.
Hudson and Indigo. She immediately turned to run back but Hudson’s voice sounded.
“Idol!”
Tatiana stopped her track. She slowly turn and met their gaze. Hudson stared at with amusement while Indigo was in shock.
Indigo eyes went from Cassius and back to her. Anger and disappointment flashed in her eyes.
“Good morning” Tatiana greeted awkwardly.
“What’s she doing here?” Indigo couldn’t help but ask.
“And why does it matter?” Cassuis asked.
“I never you guys were into each other. Had this been going on before you cut off our engagement? What kind of woman are you?…”
“Dee,” Hudson called lightly.
“You knew what you had with Cassuis and yet you accepted to be my friend? Was that night with him accidental? Were you sent?…”
“Indigo!” Cassius glared, his voice icy. “Watch the way you speak. She owe you no explanation. If you have something important to tell me then speak”
“Cash, why are you doing this? You can’t just let her come in between us…”
“I’m not in between anyone Indigo, stop overreacting–” Tatiana finally speak. She descend down the stairs. “Especially when you know something like this would happen. I’m not the cause of all of these. That night wasn’t my fault too. Fate played its role. And if you insult me for it, I won’t sit back and watch”
She halt before Indigo, their gaze fixed on each other. Tatiana was calm, she understood Indigo’s part and knew how it felt.
“You purposely approached me that night didn’t you? You only want to be my friend because you found out I was the woman of that night” Tatiana asked and Indigo’s expression changed. Tatiana immediate knew she was right.
“You don’t know what you’re saying. You don’t know me” Indigo retorted.
“Well I know you’re a good person” Tatiana responded and Indigo felt her word hit her.
Indigo looked back Cassius and sighed. “I’ve got a contract from Melbourne. The award night is tomorrow, and I’m here to request presence. It’ll mean a lot”
“Alright” Cassius responded and she smiled.
Indigo faced Tatiana. “You’re invited too”
Tatiana nodded. “I’ll be there”
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UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
“Please sir,.you can’t do this. It’ll ruin the whole hospital” The manger of the hospital, Paisley was admit to, begged Nathan for mercy.
“If I had lost my wife do you think I’ll accept an apology?”
“I’ll do anything.. anything at all. Just name it and it’ll be done. I promise” The man said desperately plead.
“Anything?” Nathan raised a brow and he nodded.
“Anything”
“Pronounce my wife dead” He demanded and the man eyes widened.
“Pardon?”
“Pronounce she fell into another critical heart attack and this time, she didn’t survive” Nathan clarified and the man eyes widened the more.
Wasn’t this man upset because the hospital almost caused his wife death? And now, he was asking them to announce her dead.
Could it be.. he was the one behind the strange incident?
“That’s unprofessional..”
“Then I should take down this…”
“No!” The man quickly cut Nathan off. “I’ll do as you say but.. may I ask why?”
“Just do as say” Nathan said coldly.
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UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
In few hours, the news circulated like wildfire. Paisley’s death shocked everyone to the bones. It was unexpected..
However if everyone falls for the trick, Tatiana didn’t. And when she decided go into matter, she found a nurse working in the hospital.
When Tatiana asked about Paisley’s condition, she refused to give her details until she received a bribe.
“Well, don’t tell anyone I told you this. I overheard Mr. Nathan Redmomd visited the hospital and asked Paisley for divorce but she refused. After a day and half Paisley fell into a critical condition of the heart”
After the nurse words, Tatiana immediately knew something was wrong. The Nathan she knows loves his reputation. And Paisley was becoming a hinderance.
“He wants to clear her” Tatiana said as they drive back to apartment.
“Why are you interested in her case. Though it’s such a tragic but I think she got what’s coming for her”
“I’m interested because of Nathan. Paisley is a fool but Nathan is heartless. Soon, he’ll come for me and I have to be prepared” Tatiana answered Jolene.
“When you asked me to dig into him, it was quite strange cus I got nothing to use against him” Tatiana said.
“Dig harder. Dig the artist too. Especially the females” Tatiana ordered and Jolene nodded.
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UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
Nathan blankly stared at the news titled Paisley’s death. He drank out of his wine and checked out his messages.
His fans and business partner were consoling him.
A light chuckle left his lips. Paisley is currently where no one can find her.
He called his assistant. “Any update about her?”
Recently his mind lingered on her.. her alone.
That body, heart and soul he own years ago. He doesn’t care if she have a child for someone else already and if the father of that child is someone powerful… He’s going to have her.
Even if he have to go all the way.
“Nothing yet sir. She is keeping a low profile…”
“Do you think I fucking care?” Nathan’s voice sounded irritated.
“My apologies sir. I’ll go deeper”
Nathan felt like killing Finn as he hissed in anger.
“The award night sir. Miss. Diana”
“I’ll be there” Nathan growled and ended the call before he could curse.
He went to check Tatiana’s pictures on his phone and his gaze darkened.
“Mine” he mumbled.
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UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
When Tatiana got home, she spot a strange bag on her chair. With a frown, she look around and walked towards it.
Checking out the content, she found a red long gown and a note on it.
*Wear this, Little Rebel*
Her eyes went back to the dress, shoes and jewelries and she gasps. It worth million.
“Fuck” Tatiana muttered.
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UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
The hall was filled with many models both famous and new. Waiters and Waitresses weaved their way among the guest dressed in an exquisite unique dresses.
Most of them was on hot seat because the king of entertainment present.
He sat on the high table, hot and domineering. Just with one look one would know the reason why he is called king.
Cassius, clad in an expensive standard red suit didn’t mind the stares and all, his eyes fixed on the entrance.
What is taking her so long? He thought.
His head wondered how the red dress would look on her. He hates how he anticipate to see her. Just when he was about to text her, she stepped in.
Eyes turned to her and whispers filled the air.
Fuck!
Who is she?!
The long red dress dragged on behind her, her jewelries glimmering under the light. Her make up like and yet, her beauty beats it all.
Cassuis eyes locked with her as she stepped in. The urge to go to her was overwhelming. She moved with grace and pose as her eyes dart around the place. She stopped when it met with his and her red lips stretched up it a lovely smile.
Tatiana got amused by the man’s look. Red suit? How tricky of him, they both looked like couples.
“This way Ma’am” One of the guard walked up to her and led her to a nice place to sit. Her eyes met with Indigo and they both smiled at each other.
Some of the reporters spot the similarities between Tatiana’s dress and Cassius’s but thought it was coincidence.
But her dress was worth millions. An actress trying to gain her fame cannot afford that. Probably because she’s a Wallington.
While the event was going on, Tatiana noticed Cassius gaze remained on her. She pulled out her phone and texted him.
*You’re staring too much*
For the first time since she got here, Cassuis avert his gaze and checked his message.
*Why the hell do you look so beautiful?*
Tatiana chuckled and texted back.
*Focus on the event. People might catch you staring*
After she texted, Nathan walked to sit beside her. Her aura turned cold immediately. What’s he doing here?!
“Hey” Nathan greeted.
“What are you doing here? Shouldn’t you be mourning Paisley?” Tatiana noticed Cassius’s expression change.
“I should be asking you the same thing. Who’s Dylan’s father?”
Tatiana scoffed. “Fuck off”
“I’ll have you back Tatiana. You’re mine, and I don’t care if Dylan’s father is someone powerful. I’ll beat him. You know I always get what I want”
“Are you doing this so I can tell you who is he? Trust me, the day you’ll meet him, will be your doom”
Three guards marched to where they sat. Tatiana didn’t react while Nathan looked at them.
“You’re asked to leave Mr. Redmond” one of the guard informed.
“What nonsense is that? Who asked me to leave?” Nathan asked while Tatiana smile secretly.
“I’d advice you to follow the rules sir, while we ask nicely”
Nathan scoffed. “Or what?”
A voice sounded in the guard’s ear. An order from Cassius.
“If he doesn’t leave, shoot his leg”
UNDER HIS INFLUENCE : CHAPTER 31 – 40
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