Page 28 of Stuck With A Billionaire Bad Boy

After leaving Ethan’s office,I found myself overcome with emotion and began to weep uncontrollably. The thought of ending our relationship, even temporarily, after all we had been through was simply unbearable. Despite the risks to my career and the warnings from my brother, I had taken a chance on our love, even in the face of our significant age difference. It was clear to me now that Ethan only cared about his image and reputation, and I could not risk the safety and well-being of my unborn child. With a heavy heart, I made the difficult decision to leave the city and start anew, far away from the man who had once held my heart in his hands.

In the midst of my turmoil, I realized I could not explain my situation to Alex. I made the decision to not burden him with the details of my predicament. Instead, I summoned Sarah to my home at once. When Sarah arrived, she wore a worried expression that was quickly replaced with a smile as she teasingly quipped, “Mia, I think you’re going to put my job at the coffee shop at risk if I take breaks like this every day.” She laughed briefly but then noticed the distress etched on my face and immediately asked, “Oh no, are you weeping? What happened?”

I wiped my tears and said, “I’m sorry, Sarah. I just had a rough day.” Sarah sat beside me and asked, “Do you want to talk about it?” I took a deep breath and started to explain, “Ethan and I had a fight, and he suggested that we should end our relationship. I feel devastated. I’ve put everything on the line for him, and now he wants to give up. I can’t risk the life of my upcoming baby, so I’ve decided to leave the city.” Sarah listened carefully and said, “I’m sorry to hear that, Mia. But I’m here for you, and I’ll help you in any way I can.” I smiled through my tears and hugged her tightly. “Thank you, Sarah. You are the best friend anyone could ask for.”

After my heart-to-heart conversation with Sarah, I felt a sense of relief. She even suggested taking me shopping before I left the city and buying some things for my baby. As we wandered through the mall, we stumbled upon Jim and Abigail in a heated debate about a dress. Abigail was determined to purchase a pink dress, but Jim was adamantly against it. I was stunned by their argument and caught their attention as they noticed me and approached us with beaming smiles. “Hey, Mia! How are you?” Jim greeted me. I replied with a smile, “I’m fine. How are you both and what are you doing here?” Jim explained, “We’re doing great, boss allowed us to get married now that Abigail has been cleared of all accusations. So, we’re shopping for our wedding!” He laughed and added, “I think we’ll be married before Alex!” Abigail playfully hit Jim’s shoulder and joined in the laughter. “Ha-ha, we’re not in that much of a hurry. But we’d love to have you at our wedding if you could make it,” she said warmly.

As Jim and Abigail invited me to their wedding, I felt a mix of joy and sadness. “Thank you so much for inviting me, Jim and Abigail. I’m really happy for you both,” I said with a smile. “I won’t be able to attend the wedding as I’m leaving the city today, I don’t even know if I’ll be able to return.” They both looked concerned as Abigail asked me, “Why do you have to leave? What happened?” Jim added, “And what about your job?”

“I resigned from my job,” I told them, hoping that my decision to start anew would bring me the happiness and contentment I craved. Although Jim and Abigail wished me well, I couldn’t shake off the feeling of panic in my heart. While Sarah continued to buy things for me and the baby, my mind wandered to thoughts of what could have been. Alex and Jim had found true love in Emily and Abigail, while I was left with nothing but remorse and regret. I trusted two men, only to have them both betray me in the end. As we continued shopping, I felt my patience wearing thin. Trying to keep my composure, I asked Sarah to end our shopping spree earlier as I couldn’t stand being in the midst of all the joyous festivities any longer. However, she insisted on buying a few more items, which only added to my sense of unease.

Sarah was a great help to me in getting everything arranged for my leave. She meticulously packed my luggage and attended to everything I needed. Despite her kind offer for me to stay a few more days, I knew deep down that I could not bear to stay any longer. Witnessing everyone else’s happiness was beginning to suffocate me. As I embarked on my departure, my mind was consumed with a flurry of thoughts. Memories of being betrayed by my ex haunted me as I left my old village, and now I had to leave this city to ensure my baby’s safety and embark on a new journey of self-love, free from anyone who dared to rule over me, like Ethan did in the past. As I was about to switch off my phone, I mustered up the courage to send a message to Ethan’s number that read, “I’m having your baby… I’m pregnant.” The thought of his reaction filled me with fear of the unknown.

As the train started to move, I reclined my head against the seat and let my thoughts wander. Memories of the beautiful moments I had experienced here flooded my mind. From working hard at the Coffee Shop to forging a deep friendship with Sarah, to joining Ethan’s firm – it had all been a roller coaster ride. Although I had some wonderful times with my colleagues, I couldn’t shake off the feeling of regret for having joined an investigation firm. In retrospect, I realized that I should have listened to my brother Alex’s warning and support. Jim and Jack had been supportive colleagues during my time there. But now, I couldn’t help but wonder how much I was leaving behind.

With a sudden jolt, the train came to a stop, rousing me from my slumber. As I rubbed the sleep from my eyes, I realized that my journey had come to an end. Determined to start anew, I had made the decision to switch to a new phone number, one that only Sarah had access to. Yet, as I checked my phone, I saw an influx of messages from her, filled with concern and care. I quickly replied, thanking her for her unwavering support. As I made my way out of the train, my eyes locked onto a sight that sent a chill down my spine. My ex, David, was standing on the platform with another woman. My heart sank at the thought of facing him once again. I had left my old life behind long time ago, hoping to escape his grasp, and yet here he was.

With my heart racing, I tried my best to not get noticed by David as I left the train station. I hailed a taxi and made my way to the city, determined to find a new residence here. After a successful art exhibition, I received several good orders for work. I promoted my art through social media, and I was now earning a good living from my work. Thankfully, my art business was booming, so I didn’t need to worry about finding a job right away. I took a deep breath and pulled out the contact that Sarah had given me. It was time to find a new place to call home. As I scrolled through the list of available flats, my thoughts kept drifting back to David. It was frustrating to see him here, but I refused to let him ruin my new beginning. I needed to focus on myself and my baby, and create a new life for us here.

The task of finding a reasonably priced flat was challenging, but the contact provided by Sarah proved to be helpful. Eventually, I was able to secure a place by the end of the day. As I settled my luggage, I immediately contacted Sarah and she answered promptly. “I’ve safely arrived here and settled in my new home,” I informed her, hoping for everything to go well. Sarah responded, “I wish you the best of luck, Mia. And if you encounter any difficulties, don’t hesitate to let me know. I’ll do whatever I can to assist you.” Grateful for her kindness, I thanked her and shared with her that I had seen David with a girl. I made sure to avoid being noticed by him, as I didn’t want to face him again after the betrayal that happened a long time ago.

“Mia,” Sarah said in a calm but concerned voice, “Don’t worry. Just try to stay away from him as much as you can. I don’t want you to face any other trouble.” I could feel her genuine concern through the phone. “Thank you, Sarah,” I replied with a grateful tone, “I’ll do my best to avoid him. And thank you for helping me with the flat. I couldn’t have done it without your contact.” We exchanged a few more pleasantries before ending the call, but her words stayed with me.

As the sound of the doorbell echoed through my new apartment, I was awoken from my slumber. I was surprised as I had no idea who could possibly be at my door. Being new to the area, I hesitated for a moment, but the knocking persisted, and I eventually decided to take a peek through the peephole. Unfortunately, I couldn’t make out the face of the man on the other side. I assumed it was a delivery boy who had made a mistake and came to the wrong address. But when I opened the door, my heart dropped as I was left utterly astonished to see David standing before me.

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MIA

My mind was racingwith a million thoughts, trying to understand what he could possibly be doing here. I didn’t want to be rude, but I couldn’t help but feel extremely uncomfortable in his presence. After what he did to me, the mere sight of him made me feel sick to my stomach. But I put on a brave face and asked him, “ What are you doing here?”

David’s expression was one of pure joy as he gazed at me and said, “I saw you at the station and followed you here. You look stunning now. I believe that our relationship ended due to misunderstandings. Let’s try to understand each other better this time.” His words were followed by his attempt to enter my home and touch me. However, I was not comfortable with his advances and looked at him with fury. I immediately closed the door, and he started pushing it, but I managed to lock it. I was terrified, but I gathered the courage to speak through the door, “There are no misunderstandings. Please stay away from me, or else you will be responsible for the consequences.” I tried to control my fear and stay strong in the face of this unsettling situation. It was later revealed that David had identified me while we were at the railway station and subsequently began to follow me. To make matters even worse, we were both residing in the same building.

As I sat in my room, trembling with fear, I suddenly heard a boisterous laugh coming from outside. It only added to my growing anxiety. A while later, I saw a piece of paper slip under my door. With bated breath, I picked it up to read the contents. It was from David, and he had written, “My sweet Mia, I am leaving for now, but I will be back soon. You may be trying to put on a brave face, but I know you too well. How have you managed to survive for so long, constantly running from one city to another, likely owing debts? Trust me, I can support you in every way possible and give you the love you deserve. However, if you do not respond positively to my proposal, breaking into your flat will not be difficult for me.” The words sent shivers down my spine, and I felt more vulnerable than ever before.

Exhausted, I collapsed on my bed, struggling to catch my breath. Panic washed over me as I wondered how to handle this dangerous situation. My hands trembled as I thought about the possibility of David lurking outside my door. My heart pounded with fear, and my body was drenched in a cold sweat. Desperately, I racked my brain, trying to come up with a solution to keep myself safe. However, every possible option seemed futile. The only person I could think of reaching out to was Sarah, but what could she do to help me?

As I lay on my bed, gasping for breath, my mind raced with fear and anxiety. I was paralyzed with indecision and did not know how to confront the perilous situation at hand. My heart was beating so fast that I could feel it pounding in my chest, and I was drenched in sweat from head to toe. In the midst of my terror, my phone began to ring, causing me to jump in fright. My mind immediately went to the worst-case scenario, that it was David calling me again. However, when I looked at the caller ID and saw it was Sarah, I felt a wave of relief wash over me. I answered the phone and heard Sarah’s soothing voice on the other end. “Hey, Mia, how are you? I was just thinking about you. I’m getting ready to go to the coffee shop, but I thought I’d call you first. Is everything okay?” I could barely hold back my tears as Sarah’s words of concern penetrated my anxiety. I let out a deep breath and replied, “Sarah, I’m not okay. I’m in danger. I don’t know what to do.” My emotions overwhelmed me, and tears streamed down my face. Sarah’s concern was palpable. “What happened, Mia? Where are you? Is everything okay?” she asked anxiously.

I tried to compose myself and relayed the whole situation to her. As I spoke, I could feel the tears welling up in my eyes, and I struggled to keep my voice steady. “Don’t worry, Mia. I’ll do everything I can to help you,” Sarah assured me. “Just stay inside your flat and wait for my call.” Although Sarah’s words were comforting, I couldn’t shake off the feeling of dread that gripped me. How could she possibly help me? I couldn’t stay cooped up inside my flat forever, and David’s threat to break in only added to my fears. I thought about contacting Jack and Jim, but they were Ethan’s employees, and I didn’t want to involve him in my personal affairs once again. As I lay there, lost in my thoughts, my phone rang once again.

“Can you share your location, Mia?” Sarah asked urgently. “Why?” I asked, confused. “I’ll explain later. For now, please just share your location,” Sarah insisted. I took a deep breath and shared my location, hoping against hope that Sarah had a plan to save me from this nightmare.

As I sat in my flat, many hours passed without any word from Sarah. Fear and uncertainty had engulfed me, and the thought of David being outside was overwhelming. Suddenly, there was a loud knocking on the door, and my heart began to race with fear. I was hesitant to move, afraid that it might be David. The knocking persisted for some time, and then suddenly stopped. As I tried to gather my thoughts, I noticed a piece of paper that had slipped in from under the door. I hesitated to approach it, but my curiosity got the best of me, and I slowly reached for the paper.

As I lifted it, my worst fears were confirmed. It was a message from David. The words on the paper were harsh and threatening. “Bitch, I asked you to accept my proposal but you don’t have any sense. It was the last warning for you. I’ll not be responsible for whatever I do next time.” My hands were shaking, and tears streamed down my face. I didn’t know what to do. I felt helpless and alone. It seemed like there was no one who could help me in this situation.

As I sat frozen in fear, the incessant ringing of my mobile phone caught my attention. Hoping it was Sarah calling back, I quickly grabbed my phone. However, an unknown number appeared on the screen, sending chills down my spine. Convinced that it was David trying to contact me, I hesitated to answer. The phone kept ringing from the same number, but I was too scared to respond. As I contemplated calling the police, I couldn’t bear the thought of the repercussions that might follow. The fear of David’s wrath was too great to overcome. Suddenly, a message flashed on my phone screen. It read, “Mia, it’s me, Alex – your brother. Please pick up the call. I’m coming towards you. Sarah is also with me.” My heart skipped a beat, and relief washed over me as I realized that it was not David, but my brother calling.

As I answered the call, my heart was pounding with anxiety, but as soon as I heard my brother Alex’s reassuring voice, a wave of relief washed over me. He wasted no time in asking about my safety and whether I had received any further threats. I could feel the genuine concern in his voice, as he patiently listened to me narrate the whole ordeal. “Are you okay, Mia?” he asked, with a tinge of worry in his voice. “Yes,” I replied, trying to sound brave. “David came to my flat, he threatened me and slipped a note inside the door. I am scared.”

I could sense the urgency in Alex’s voice as he responded, “Don’t worry, Mia. We’re on our way. Sarah informed us of everything, and we’ll be there with you soon. Keep your confidence high, and nothing worse will happen to you. We’re in this together.” His words were like a balm to my frayed nerves, and his reassuring tone eased my fears. As we hung up, he urged me to keep in constant contact. I felt a sense of security and comfort knowing that my brother and Sarah were on their way.

After some time, my phone rang once more, and Alex said, “Mia, we are in front of your flat, just open the door.” I quickly rushed to the door, where Alex came inside, and I immediately broke down in tears, leaning on his shoulder. Sarah, who was also there, hugged me tightly. To my surprise, I saw Ethan standing behind them, causing my heart to sink. However, Alex informed me that the Jim and Jack were setting a trap for David, and that he is notorious criminal who had killed many girls in the past. He also mentioned that Jim and Jack would soon arrest him with their team, thanks to Sarah’s prior warning.

As I struggled to come to terms with the situation, Ethan’s eyes remained fixated on me. Alex then went on to say, “Sarah told me everything. Ethan also confided in me, and he has genuine feelings for you. Although I was against this relationship in the past, I want you to be happy, and I believe Ethan isn’t cheating on you. You just misunderstood the situation.” Sarah added, “Ethan expressed his excitement about the impending arrival of his baby, but he was unaware of your whereabouts.”

Ethan received the call from Jim, who shared the news of David’s capture, together with Alex, rushed outside to assist with the operation. Meanwhile, Sarah comforted me with a warm embrace and expressed her concern about my safety. “I was so anxious when you told me about the situation,” she said, “I immediately contacted Alex and he told me he was with Ethan. I asked them to come to my home immediately, saying that you were in danger. They both became very worried for you.” Sarah told me that Alex, visibly shaken, kept asking why I had left the city, and Sarah filled him in on the whole story. Ethan, who had also confided in Alex, was taken aback when he heard about my pregnancy, but he couldn’t contain his excitement for his baby.

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