Layla finally got home and sighed, still thinking about yesterday.

Could she ever get away from the supervisor?, He wouldn't stop till he achieved his goal!.

She can't succumb to his request, not at all!, But she's scared of what he could do, he could force himself on her!.

" Hey, are you okay? " Mira asked and she nodded.

" How about we go out?, to have fun? " She asked and Layla had a quick thought about it, before finally agreeing, and with that, they both left the apartment.

***

These two were finally back from their outing when Layla's phone beeped

* Her father had been admitted in the hospital *

These two rushed out again as they found their way to the hospital.

* A hospital in the Nothern part of the Town *

" Sir, that's a lot of money " Mirah complained , they're currently in the doctor's office, and after diagnosing Layla's father, they found out that his illness had gotten worse and he would need lots of money for his treatment.

" I mean, that's twice our life time savings, Is there a thing we could do?, Please sire, we can't afford that, it's much " Mira pleaded.

" It's your fault!, I administered certain drugs to get for him, but you didn't heed to this, and now it's gradually becoming worse, I hope it doesn't get to the final stage when it wouldn't be curable! " He said and Mirah gasped before turning to Layla, who was staring blankly at nothing.

She has lots of things going on in her head right now, first, it's her being bothered about her university tuition fees, now it's her dad's treatment fees, could her life get worser than this?.

She knew her mom wouldn't had bought all those drugs administered to them then, as she kept saying it was okay and they didn't want to bother her, and now it's almost getting to the last stage!, She hoped his dad would be fine.

* At Mr Lawrence Ward *

" Mom, everything will be fine, I'll get enough money to pay for his treatment, I'll find a way " Layla finally said to her mom while Mirah consoled her.

" WE'll,, find a way " Mira corrected Layla as she glared at her.

" Am just worried, I know everything will be fine, I don't want you two to worry too much, you should be worried about getting money to pay for your university fees instead, I have some money that could be enough, all you need to do is add little to it, and everyone will be fine " Ella said and Layla scoffed.

" No, I have enough money to take care of it, you shouldn't worry at all " Layla said and signalled to Mirah to stand.

" Mom we'd leave now " Mirah said and bowed lightly and followed Layla who had walked out.

* * *

* The girl's apartment *

" You think he's gon' give you? " Mirah asked and Layla sighed.

" I don't know, I don't have any other option now " She replied sighing deeply.

She was planning on meeting the supervisor for advanced payment, and he had asked her to meet him in at an exact location he had sent to her.

" I'll be fine " Layla assured as she pecked Mirah's cheek before walking out of the apartment.

She took a cab to the location he had sent her and was shocked at where she was.

She was standing in front of an hotel, it was one of the biggest hotels in town.

Why did he invite her here?.

She thought about leaving but then decided against it, all she has to do is collect the money and then leave.

He wouldn't try doing anything, right?.

She sighs deeply before making her way into the building, she met with the receptionist at her office, who directed her to the room the supervisor was.

She got to the room and read the label on the door, * Room 50 *.

She knocked gently at the door and after some seconds, the door switched open by itself.

She entered slowly and the loud bang of the door closing by itself had her shrink.

She gasped silently and turned swiftly as she heard some movements behind her.

And there was the supervisor, clothed in robes only with this playful smirk and flirty smile on his lips.

He was finally going to get down with her, whether she wants it or not.

" Take off your clothes " He commanded and her heart almost flew off.

" Sir?... " She asked to ensure if she had heard the right thing.

" You want me to help you? " He asked, moving closer while she moved back a bit.

" Sir... I'm here for the money.. not for this.. " She stuttered and he smiled lightly.

" Ofcourse, you would get what you want, only after I get what I want " He said, staring all over her lustfully while she shivered in fear.

She knew something like this might happen, but she can't give in, right?.

She can't lose her virginity now, she's still a young lady.

" Sir, I'm.. sorry.. am not here for this... I.. " She was cut off as he suddenly held her hand forcefully and pushed her roughly on the bed while she yelled in fear..

" Help! " She screamed, hoping someone could hear her but he scoffed and began loosing his robe with his other hand while the other one pinned her hands above her head while she struggled to break free and he was finally naked in front of her.

She shivered at the sight and tried to break free, Was she going to lose her virginity in a cruel way?.

He got on top of her, pinning her tightly while she struggled to break free, yelling continuously but that was fruitless, the room was soundproof.

He tried yanking her top off but she bit his hands so hard and he released her immediately as he groaned in pain, she kicked his d*ck that was dangling in front of him and he fell to the floor in pain.

She grabbed her bags and rushed out of the room.

" Guards! " He called and they rushed in immediately.

" Get her! " He yelled and some of the guards ran after her while some waited to attend to him.

Layla ran with all her strength with numerous guards behind her.

She was lucky to escape from the security standing by the gate before they could noticed she was escaping.

As she rushed out, she was suddenly stopped by a car, it was a luxurious car.

Out of zeal to escape, she didn't think twice before entering the car and the car sped off while the guards retired and watched as they drove her off.

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" Gosh " Layla muttered, trying to catch her breath as the driver drove her off.

She wasn't in her right mind as she kept thinking about what could have happened if she hadn't escaped, he could have raped her.

The thoughts of her losing her virginity as a result of rape sent shivers down her spine.

Then, it striked her, where was she?.. whose car is she in?, Where are they headed to?, Is she being kidnapped?.

She turned swiftly and her eyes trailed up as the figure beside her was so tall.

He had this cold and blank expression on and that made her heart race in fear.

Are they kidnappers?, She noticed they were two, and there was another driver driving them to an unknown destination.

" Sir... " She called in a broken voice, she had lost her voice.

The huge and hefty man turned to her and she swallowed nothing down her throat.

" I'm sorry, but I don't know you.. I'm sorry for entering your car, Could you please drop me here? " She asked, trying not to show how scared and nervous she was.

" It's fine ma'am, we meant no harm.. out boss ordered us to bring you to him " He replied, politely.

" Boss? " She thought inwardly.

She wanted to say a thing but it got stuck in her throat as she was scared, things could go wrong.

Throughout the rest of the drive, she kept hoping, she was save and not in some kind of danger.

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" Please, get down ma'am " The guard said again, after informing her about their arrival to the destination, but she sat still.

She was scared, where were they taking her to?.

" It's fine ma'am, I promise " The guard said again with an assuring smile and she nodded gently before sluggishly alighting from the car.

Words got stucked in her mouth as she stared unbelievably at the building.

Where was she, she kept on staring at the magnificent and gigantic mansion in front if her as they guided her inside the mansion.

" Please wait here ma'am, he will be here soon " The guard said and she nodded slowly, tho all that was in her head at that moment was her safety.

She was about sitting when she heard footsteps of someone descending the stairs and she raised her head immediately.

She watched as he descended down the stairs egoistically, carrying his shoulders up perfectly, his thick black hair shone brightly beneath the light of the chandelier, his flawless skin seem to be the most graceful thing in his body, but when she beheld his face, she was forced to rebuke herself for thinking that in the first place.

Seeing his small heart-shaped lips, the sudden urge to explore it rushed through her, but that is going to be the biggest mistake of her life, her eyes traveled to his pointed nose, and she couldn't help the goosebumps that popped up on her skin.

She watched every step he took, the ground he walks on, praising him gracefully for touching them, and as he finally got to her front, that was when she got a better view of his deep blue eyes, and she froze on her spot, until realization hit her!.

He was the beggar!.

Wait, How's he the beggar, he doesn't look like one, had she mistaken him for someone else?.

He was finally closer to her and he smiled lightly.

" Please sit down " He offered, it was then she realized he was someone familiar.

The Millionaire!, Shane Kent,The man whose wedding would be taking place that week at their restaurant.

What was she doing in his house?, Why did he bring her here?.

" Here sir " She hears another manly voice and turned to the direction the voice came from.

It was a man neatly dressed in suit, with a document on hs hands, she watched as he handed it over to Shane Kent.

The man noticed her and bowed lightly while she did the same.

" Hi, am Claus " He introduced himself and Layla smiled lightly.

" Layla... "

" Layla Brown " He completed for her and she raised her brow, how the hell did he know her full name?.

" Ahem " Shane cleared his throat and they both turned to him.

" Let's move straight to the point " He stated, his attention focused on Layla.

He had studied her appearance while she had chatted with Claus, she looked like a gentle and nice lady. She wasn't dress to kill as she looked simple, she wasn't wearing any makeup except from the light blush on her cheeks.

She looked nervous, ofcourse he noticed, who wouldn't.

" You must be aware about who I am? " Shane asked and she nodded slowly.

" Shane Kent " She replied and he nodded in approval that she was right.

" You must be wondering why you're here? " He asked and she nodded with a light smile.

He motioned to Claus to take over.

" Miss.., as you must be aware that he's to get married this week, which the event will be taking place at the restaurant where you work " He began and Layla was a bit suprised, how they knew all this

" Well... " He trailed off and glanced at Shane, as if looking for approval before talking.

" My fiancee left " Shane blurted out instead and her eyeball almost left her socket.

" What!? " She blurted out before she could say a word and covered her mouth immediately, Shane chuckled at her reaction and she felt lowered her head in embarrassment.

Why did she react that way when it isn't even her business?.

Maybe 'cause she was just suprised, how could she leave when it's just some few days to their wedding.

" So.. Why are you telling me this?... " She found herself asking.

" Cause... "

" Cause I want you to be my bride " Shane cut Claus off.

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Chapter 04

" Sir?.. " She asked, like she had heard something strange.

" Yeah, just for the wedding, and after then we can go on our separate ways " He said, hoping he could convince her.

She looked like someone that could help and that was why they had thought about asking her for help, hoping she would accept.

" Please " Claus pleaded, when she hadn't said a thing.

" I... " She sighed softly.

" I'm sorry, but I don't think I want to do this, in as much as I would have loved to help, but I can't... I mean, people could find out about this... I.. "

" No one will, trust me " Shane said in a pleading tone, and she wondered why he was acting soft towards her.

The Shane Kent she had knew always wore a cold look on whenever he was being interviewed, but here he was, acting like the sweetest man ever.

Honestly, Shane doesn't really know why he's acting leniet towards her, for some weird reasons, he kinda trusts her, even though they met once, he could read her, she was kind and nice, and that made her have a soft spot in his heart unconsiously.

" But, you could get anyone to do this for you, why me? " She asked slowly.

" We just.. "

" Cause I trust you... " Shane blurted out and Layla stared at him in suprise.

" I trust you to be a trustworthy lady and a nice one at that, you would help us 'cause you have a soft heart, without anyone hearing about this " He said, staring at her and she was doing the same.

" You don't even know me " She tried to defend.

" But I can read you " He replied, and she looked away, breaking the stare.

" I'm sorry, but I would have to reject this, this isn't right, people could find out " She said and made to stand.

" It's just for a day.. no one is going to find out, trust us, we have our ways " Claus interrupted.

" You don't get this?, I have my dignity to protect, I don't want it bashed 'cause of a silly act, this isn't right... "

" How much do you want? " Shane asked, interrupting her.

She turned to him with a raised brow.

" 10 million dollars?, 20 million?, Any amount.. name it... I'll pay " He said and that seems to get her slightly angry as she turned to him, with a hard glare.

" Really?!, That's it!, You think everything I about money!., Huh?!... " She asked, rasing her voice slightly and Shane was stunned.

He didn't expect her to flare up, he was only trying to negotiate a deal.

Who flares up at the sight of money?, But this lady right here doesn't seem like the type to do things she doesn't want even when she needs the money, this seemed to get him attracted to her as he wouldn't stop staring at her.

" Miss, you should calm down " Claus said and she sighed.

" I'm sorry, but I would like to leave, sorry for declining your offer " She said and bowed respectfully before walking away.

He was older than her, she had to show respect.

All these caught Shane's attention and he stood up while Claus stared at him worriedly

" Sir, what do we do now? " He asked.

" We wait " He replied and with that walked away.

" Wait? " Claus thought in confusion.

Layla was finally out of the big mansion and then realized, she has no idea where she was.

" Should I go ask him? " She mumbled under her breath and made to turn but was stopped by the driver who had brought her there, he bowed and led her into the car and she heaved a sigh of relief.

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" Oh my gawd! " Mirah exclaimed as she saw Layla alight from a luxurious car.

She's been worried and had been waiting for so long and now Layla is here, but alighting from a luxurious car.

What happened?, How?.

Ignoring all these, she rushed to her friend and pulled her into a hug.

" Layla!! ... "

" It's fine, I'll explain everything when we get inside " Layla muttered as they unlocked from the hug and Mirah nodded.

" I'll leave now miss " The driver said behind them and Layla turned.

She bowed thankfully and he did the same thing before entering the car and he drove off while the two girls walked into the apartment.

" So?... You rejected it? " Mirah asked to be sure of what she had just heard and Layla nodded trying to study her expression.

" Alright " Mirah replied but Layla noticed she doesn't seem okay with it.

" Hey, are you okay? " Layla asked, pulling her back and Mirah sighed.

" I just don't think you should have rejected it, I mean we need money!, Your dad is there, he needs money and we have no hope of getting any right now!, We're hopeless.. I mean, that money could sponsor our tution fees throughout our university... Layla... I know you had always tried to protect your dignity, but this.. you have to, we don't wanna lose this opportunity " She said and Layla sighed.

" I know, I mean, we need the money.. I just think it's not right, we could get caught " She said and Mirah scoffed.

" No, we won't, Shane Kent is a millionaire, he has lots of great connections, he's well known, come on.. he has everything under control.. and since he assured you everything will be fine, then it will be fine.. and, this is also you helping him out, I mean he might die of depression or shame if the media found his fiancee left him some days to their wedding, am sure he's devasted right now and he's just trying to keep it in, let's help him if this is the only way we can " Mirah said and she nodded lightly.

" You will? " She asked and Layla nodded again.

Mirah jumped on her happily, smiles beaming on her face.

Their dream was finally coming true

" But, how do we contact him? " Mirah suddenly asked and Layla's eyes widened.

" Card! " She suddenly spranged up.

" What? " Mirah asked as she also stood.

" He left me a card with his phone number the other day I helped him, but.... I didn't take it " Layla said and Mirah sighed.

" We should check the restaurant! " Mirah said and Layla nodded.

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