
P.O.V Emma's
I was surprised when I saw his face.
"HENRY!!!"
My heart stopped as I looked at her in fear. His face was completely bruised. He looked almost dead with black eyes, broken lips and a very deep scar on his cheek. They had severe bleeding and his face was covered in blood and was damaged.
Tears began to flow in my eyes as she barely breathed and looked like a corpse. I pulled my hand away from Noah and ran towards him.
"OH GOD! OH GOD! HENRY! HENRY! CAN YOU HEAR ME? PLEASE SAY SOMETHING!!
I shouted while shaking his body firmly but he was still silent like a corpse. I turned and glared at William.
"WHAT DID YOU DO TO HER?"
I screamed with anger. William kept looking at me with a cold face. He then turned his eyes to Noah. Noah nodded and pulled my hand back.
"NO, LEAVE!!"
"Shut your mouth"
Noah growled with clenched jaws. I glared at him hatefully. He glared back. Suddenly someone grabbed my chin and jerked my face. I looked up only to see William glaring at me.
"Sign that"
He spoke in a dark tone. I looked at him in disbelief.
"SERIOUS WILLIAM, YOU ACTUALLY KILLED AN INNOCENT PERSON JUST TO GET ME TO SIGN THIS STUPID AGREEMENT!!! ARE YOU REALLY CRAZY? DO YOU HAVE NO FEELINGS OR EMOTIONS LEFT, YOU BAJ*NGAN HEARTLESS!!!"
I screamed with all my might. But my blood was getting boiling looking at his unfathomable expression. He again did not answer and just nodded his head.
"All right then"
I flinched when he threw the file on the floor. William then unbuttoned his suit and opened it. My eyes widened when I saw his Titanium Gold Desert Eagle pull his pants. He took it out and inhaled it sharply.
"Enough this cat and mouse game. Let's end this nonsense and finally do it my way so you can fully understand that William Knight is not a person to be underestimated"
He spoke in a hoarse voice. I gasped in shock as he cocked his gun and turned around.
"T-There's no to-please"
I could barely speak because I was so scared. William pointed the tip of his gun to Henry's cheek. His face drooped low as he was barely conscious. My breath was wheezing when William suddenly squeezed his face and put a gun in his mouth.
"DON'T WILLIAM, PLEASE, DON'T DO THIS!!"
I started screaming. I'm really out of my mind. I tried to take Noah's hand off me, but he kept tightening his grip on my hand. I looked around and saw Antonio staring coldly at Henry. His expression also did not clearly confuse me. I'm almost crazy, why are they acting like robots. It seems like this is normal. William was about to kill an innocent person but they were not even affected at all. My glare and their cold faces are now starting to make me uneasy.
I looked back at William and shouted as I could.
"PLEASE, WILLIAM, THIS IS BETWEEN YOU AND ME. DON'T HURT INNOCENT PEOPLE ANYMORE!!! I BEG WILLIAM, LEAVE HENRY. HE HAD NOTHING TO DO WITH ANY OF THIS. KEEP HIM AWAY FROM THIS MESS!! SEBASTIAN, ELIJAH, PLEASE EXPLAIN HIM!! ANTONIO, AT LEAST YOU ARE TRYING TO MAKE HIM UNDERSTAND!! PLEASE DON'T KILL HIM WILLIAM !!"
I cried hysterically and screamed like crazy. A cynical grin appeared on William's lips, as if my begging voice gave him great pleasure. He finally looked at me.
"Then sign it"
I was confused by his cold response.
"He really has no heart
I looked at Henry who was sitting helplessly and breathing at the mercy of these monsters. My eyes are now sore and sore from crying too much. I looked down in despair.
"Time goes on Madame Emma Valentino"
William said in a low tone but a clear threat was evident from his voice. I looked up and nodded at him sadly.
"Alright I'll sign it but please don't kill him"
I pleaded with a broken voice. William seemed unaffected by my tears. He turned his eyes towards Sebastian. Sebastian nodded at him and took the file off the ground. He took out a pen from his pocket and approached me. Noah let go of my hand. I didn't even want to see their faces, so I grabbed the pen from his hand and took the file in my hand.
I looked at the courtyard with teary eyes. My hands trembled in fear as I was about to step into this hell.
'But do I seem to have a choice?
I looked back at Henry. Heart's pounding. Tears flowed from my cheeks.
'i don't want to do this, God'
My breath was hunting and my whole body was shaking violently. Although I was worried for Henry but at the same time, I was also scared for my life. I didn't know that the situation would be this dangerous. Now I'm sorry I agreed to Vincent's plan. I was well aware of how William could be a monster to achieve what he wanted, but I decided to play with the devil. I've lost my loved ones to my stubbornness and stupidity, and now I won't be able to forgive myself if Henry was killed because of me. He barely even knows me. I can't risk his life.
But I'm afraid William will kill me this time. I will be again persecuted by this beast and he will trap me in his golden cage once again. I still haven't forgotten his animalistic deeds and terrible behavior. I was almost caught in darkness and despair. Rebecca and V helped me, but this time I was alone. Who will save me from the wrath of this beast?
I almost fainted from fear until my eyes met William's blazing eyes.
A cold tremor shook my entire body as soon as I saw it. He was on the warpath because he actually fired a laser at me through his fiery eyes. Painful groans came out of Henry's mouth as he slid the gun into his mouth brutally.
My heart was beating with fear. I immediately signed the papers. As soon as I signed it, Sebastian took the file roughly out of my hands. I flinched and looked at William.
"I've signed it now, please leave him"
I wept. William grinned and took the gun out of his mouth. I let out a sigh of relief.
"Dump him"
He spoke out loud. I looked at him in shock. Antonio nodded and they raised Henry with both hands.
"NO, WAIT, YOU CANNOT!!"
I tried to move towards him but Noah grabbed my hand and pulled me out of the room.
I kept thrashing but he dragged me all the way upstairs. I couldn't keep up with his pace because he was walking too fast. My heel also stumbled but its strong grip on my wrist did not make me fall. He squeezed my wrist too hard so I was sure it would leave a big bruise.
Suddenly he opened the door and pushed me inside. I stumbled a little and looked at him.
"You'll work here. This is your room. William is the boss, but I am his subordinate. He doesn't have time to train a beginner, so for a while I'll be your boss and your head. I will give you your duties and after completing them, they will be sent to William after I have agreed. I have been given the responsibility of completely transforming the unskilled Madam Valentino into a responsible and proficient Knight Empire employee. You have to follow all my orders or it won't be good for you. You can't complain or yell or I'll kill you"
He spoke in a monotone tone while grinning at me.
Noah then went outside the room and slammed the door. I stood in the middle of the room dumbfounded. I didn't know what else to say and continued to stare at the door in shock.
Slowly my knees wobbled and I fell to the floor. I held my head in the palm of my hand.
"What have I done?"
*****
"Take this"
Noah dropped the stacked pile of paper on the table. I looked at him with a frown.
"What's this?"
I asked firmly. He grinned cynically.
"You've got four hours to finish this paperwork"
My eyes widened.
"WHAT? It's about a hundred. How can I finish it in four hours?"
I spit. He grins.
"Not my problem"
That'sthat's all.
I clapped my fist at the table and shouted.
"DON'T YOU HAVE SOMETHING CALLED A BRAIN INSIDE YOUR THICK SKULL? YOU PATHETIC PIECE OF TRASH, CAN YOU FINISH THIS BIG PIECE OF TRASH IN FOUR HOURS? I'M SURE YOU WON'T BE ABLE TO FINISH WITH YOUR WEAK FINGERS, YOU HALF-LITER BASTARD!!!"
"SILENCE!!"
I flinched as noah slapped his fist at the table. He suddenly stood up from his chair. The chair landed on the ground with a loud noise. He walked towards me angrily and gripped my elbow violently.
"Let your tone down, ja*ang, I won't hesitate to chop off your head right now. Pel*cur like you who keep running from one man to another by using them as a protective tree just to save yourself like a gold digger p*lacur. And you're the perfect example because you keep changing men like clothes"
He growled with clenched jaws. I flicked his hand and glared at him sharply.
"See who's talking? I'm not afraid of your dirty fools. You must be enjoying power, right? But let me remind you, stupid, you're the same. At least I'm trying to help my husband catch a bastard like you, but what are you doing? You not only betrayed the uniform but also deceived the country. I think the police are called the saviors of justice but who will protect the citizens if they themselves side with the criminals? You should be ashamed of yourself, Noah Miller, instead of arresting William, you're protecting him"
I spouted toxic words at him while glaring at him in disdain. His face turned red with anger and his eyes darkened. I sneered and crossed my arms in front of my chest.
"But why don't you share your secret with me, Miller? I'm sure there's no point in you doing this elaborate charade because I'm well aware that you're a narcissistic bastard who likes to blow his own trumpet. Your conscience knows that William is wrong, but your greedy soul has undermined your morals. Just admit Miller, you only want power and wealth, that's why you're caught in a slimy mess filled with blood and cruelty. But remember, Ex-Agent, it's only a matter of a few days. Maybe today you get all the marbles, but remember that the truth will never fear the test. Once criminal activity hits the newsboard, your days as William's right-hand man will be over. Then be prepared to enjoy your glory days in prison. But don't be disappointed, I'll visit you often, my friend."
I grinned evilly. Suddenly, I felt a throbbing pain in my right cheek as Noah hit me. I fell to the floor and grimaced in pain.
"Gee!!"
I vomited blood while balancing myself on my hands.
"OH GOD EMMA!!!"
A shrill voice ringing in my ear. I looked up and saw Jennie crouching beside me. He hugged me tightly and shouted at Noah furiously.
"ARE YOU CRAZY, NOAH?"
"No, I'm still sane but I think this j*lang lady has gone crazy. But help me, if you don't want this to happen again, tell him to know the place. Give him a little thought of you because the next time it happens, I'LL BREAK EVERY BONE OF HIS BODY, OKAY?"
Jennie was snapped by her growl. He nodded his head excitedly.
"Come on Emma, let's go"
He said with a crying voice. I got up with bloody lips and chin. I wiped my blood with the back of my hand and glared at Noah.
"Try me. I challenge you"
His eyes widened in surprise. He clenched his fists and turned his back to me.
"Bring her out Jennie before I kill her"
Noah growled in a low tone. Jennie quickly took me out of her cabin.
End of P.O.V. Emma
As soon as Emma left the room, Noah closed his eyes and exhaled sharply to calm himself down. He was sweating from being too angry. He opened his eyes and looked at the floor with regret.
"I shouldn't have hit him"
*****
~Time Skip
"Are you crazy Emma? What if he did something to you?"
Jennifer scolded Emma while treating her wound. Emma was in her cabin sitting on the couch. He did not answer and continued to stare out the window.
After applying the ointment, Jennifer wiped her hands with a tissue and looked at Emma. He took a deep breath and held his hand.
"Emma, I think you should tell William about this. He'll definitely deal with the No-"
"Go"
Emma cut him in the middle. Jennifer looked at him in shock.
"Emma, i-"
"Go, please"
Emma was silent, her voice emotionless. He was tired of all this drama.
Jennifer looked at Emma sadly while her gaze was still fixed on the blue sky covered in white clouds. He breathed and squeezed his hand
"Just be yourself"
Jennifer patted her back and stood up. After giving her a final look, she left the room while closing the door quietly.
P.O.V Emma's
As soon as Jennie left, I immediately cried. My cheek hurts so much. I held my broken jaw with my trembling hand and cried loudly.
"I-I don't want to be here. A-Dad, I-Mother, save me from these demons"
After crying, I got up and went to the toilet. I splashed my face with cold water and rubbed my red, swollen eyes. I saw my reflection in the mirror.
In the mirror I saw a girl who broke a bone looking so helpless and pitiful. His eyes were puffy and red, his jaw was swollen and he looked dead and sad. I was surprised to see myself. I started pouring water on my face again and again until my whole shirt was soaked. I took a towel and wiped my face. I looked back at my shadow. My cheeks still look swollen but my eyes look a little better.
"No Emma, you have to be strong. You can't act like a coward. You are brave. You were sent here to complete a mission. Your enemies will definitely try to destroy you but you must not give up. You have to play safe. Don't let your emotions control you. You need to stop acting like an idiot"
I took my bag and removed the lipstick and eyeliner. I put a little makeup on my face so I don't look pathetic. I smiled at myself for looking beautiful.
My eyes were fixed on the bruises near the lips. I looked down and saw the concealer.
"No, I'm not going to hide it. It would remind me of what you've done to me, Noah Miller. And I'll make sure you pay"
My eyes were ablaze with the flames of revenge and anger. I put everything in my bag and walked out. I closed the cabin door and turned around. I saw the same pile of paper on my desk. I sighed and walked to the table. Unlock her and check her.
"Let's start"
*****
~Time Skip
3:30 pm
I've been working continuously for the last three hours. Now there are 20 papers I have to finish. My neck hurts so much. I stretched my fingers and rested my head on the chair.
"Oh my God, I'm tired"
I muttered and twisted my neck. Although I'm very hungry, but I don't want to see their faces right now. I'll eat something after I hand over all these documents to that jerk, even if I want to strangle him now, I have to act wisely. I forced myself to sit down again and start doing my job.
End of P.O.V. Emma
~In the meantime
Noah was sitting while leaning his back on the swivel chair. He looked at the white wall in front of him with a blank look. His calm mind, his empty gaze and his clenched lips made him look like a statue. Although he looked calm, yet deep down in his heart was a storm of emotions that struck. Emma's words were ringing in her ears again and again.
Obviously he had attacked and hurt her back then, but part of his conscience says that Emma was right. Noah never raises his hand at any girl, but he can't control himself not to hit Emma.
Is it because he showed her the mirror?
Is it because whatever he says is the truth?
No doubt Noah was back on William's side but there was still something bothering him and that was...
Why would William accept it so easily?
Noah recalls the moment they both escaped from the clutches of the CIA, but he was shocked to see himself with William.
Emma's right. He was surprised to see William's power and cunning thoughts. He wanted to be free from the CIA, but the question was why would William help him?
She could have left him there, after all Noah was the one who had stabbed her in front of Emma or-
Suddenly his eyes widened as he regained consciousness.
Or maybe William had known it all before? He knew that he was Agent 001 from the start. But even if he knew, why would he pretend not to know the truth? What is the reason behind all this? But if it's true, then it definitely means...
He wants the CIA to arrest him. He wanted to enter the headquarters, he was waiting for the perfect opportunity to enter his place that only had one meaning.
William has something to do with the CIA or Vincent. And if that's the case then he knew early on that Vincent would betray him. He knows that Vincent will try to brainwash Emma and will help her escape. She knew that Emma was going to leave her.
So basically, he's trying to test Emma's loyalty?
No, but it doesn't make sense. That's totally bullshit.
"But why would William make such a big and dangerous plan just to check Emma's loyalty? No, it doesn't make any sense at all. He has something else on his mind. And the matter of loyalty is completely absurd, William could have easily locked Emma up in his mansion if this was the only reason or would have hurt her or threatened her not to leave him? He wouldn't do this just for Emma. As far as I know, William is not that stupid so he would take such a dangerous step just to check the loyalty of his unfaithful wife. He must have something else on his mind"
Noah groaned as he rubbed his temple in frustration. This mystery is not solved, it is getting more complicated.
Suddenly a knock on the door roused him from his daydream.
"Come in"
He spoke nonchalantly while rubbing his forehead.
Noah jumped due to a loud explosion. He immediately looked up only to see Emma standing in front of him looking at him with an innocent face. His eyes were then fixed on the files stored on the table. He looked at her and glared.
"Do you need to slam it?"
He spit with clenched teeth.
"Sorry, I slipped."
Emma shrugged her shoulders and looked at him with a bored look. Noah is about to attack Emma, but he stops her as her eyes land on her bruised jaw.
His gaze softened and he lowered his head. He gulped nervously and turned his face to the right.
"I.. i. i-. i-...."
He could not find the courage to apologize to her. He closed his eyes in annoyance.
"You can go"
He spoke quickly without looking at her. Emma bowed to him and left his cabin.
*****
~Time Skip
4:40 pm
After leaving Noah's cabin, Emma goes to the roof. Everyone is still busy with their work so that the atmosphere there feels quiet and peaceful. He was very hungry but he wanted peace at this moment. A lot of things that have happened with him today are really draining his energy.
He closed his eyes as a gust of wind swept across his face. Her fine brown hair bounced around in the air. A small smile was on his face as he enjoyed the calmness.
Suddenly a hoarse voice from behind broke his momentary calm. His eyebrows frowned and he clenched his hands tightly.
"I miss your smile"