Author's POV
Bella took a deep breath when they reached to the venue.
"Listen old man, if he killed me then my ghost will haunt you your whole life."
She said to Valentino.
"They won't kill you"
He assured.
Bella looked outside from tainted window. It was huge building and there were many people's outside, mostly media. It was looking like a red carpet.
Bella fixed her dress, it was Golden shimmer long mermaid gown with long slit, it was backless and had deep neck. She was looking sexy in it.
"Just don't fuck up okay... And don't open your mouth in front of Alexander... He is already very angry."
He warned and she nodded.
"I am not fucking around Bella... You can't escape from here, I will kill your sister and forget about the money... You are lucky that i am giving so much money for this work."
"Fine... Don't touch my sister."
She sighed.
Valentino got out of the car and opened the door for her. Bella got out and took his hand. She closed her eyes when flashlights blocked her vision.
She finally opened her eyes and looked at the man who was going to be her husband for few days, Alexander Marino.
Her heart skipped a beat when she saw him face to face. He was looking deviliously handsome in black suit. His amber eyes were glowing under bright light. Sharp jawline and coal black hair. He was incredibly handsome and Bella couldn't take her eyes off him. She was starstruck for a moment.
'He is a Married man Bella and don't forget he is a criminal... Don't be stupid'
She warned herself.
She walked towards him with Valentino.
"Here I return your lovely wife to you."
Valentino said with smile.
Alexander faked a smile, he was fuming in anger from inside. For him she was just his evil wife.
But didn't do anything in front of media, they have to play nice couple.
Bella's whole body filled with sparks when he wrapped his hand around her waist and pulled her closer. Her eyes widened when his lips landed on hers. He kissed her and her heart forgot beating.
"I missed you"
Alexander said breaking the kiss.
Bella knows that it's for media, he doesn't care about Amanda. She smiled at him just like they have told her.
"I missed you too."
'so, Mr. Marino... the rumour of your wife running away is not true... What's your opinion on these rumours.'
One of the reporter asked.
"I don't care about rumours... I like to keep my life private. We don't need to explain people about it"
Alexander said but his grip tightened on her grip.
'Mrs. Marino there are so many rumours about your affairs, what do you have to say about it'
He asked.
"Bullshit... People now a days don't need a reason to ruin others life... I love my husband and i don't think any other man can take his place in my life."
She answered and Alexander internally scoffed.
"I think it's enough for tonight, please excuse us"
Alexander said and led Bella inside.
His hand was still resting on her back as he led towards the empty hallway. Bella gulped when she saw his face turning angry and no one was there.
She gasped when he pushed her away harshly, she looked at him but her head snapped aside when he slapped her. Her cheek stung and she quickly covered it. She looked at him with glossy eyes. She wasn't expecting this.
Alexander glared at her.
"You fucking bitch..."
He stepped forward angrily and she quickly stepped back in fear.
"I told you, do anything you want but don't fuck with my reputation... Don't you understand this one simple thing..."
He spat madly.
"You are lucky that i can't kill you"
She looked at him with watery eyes as he threatened her.
"Enough is enough... You have fucked up my life... Try anything again and I'll forget about the deal which I have did with your good for nothing father..."
He warned.
"Fix your fucking face and come out... You have already given them many things for gossip..."
Saying that he walked out.
Bella gulped down her tears, it's not like this is the first time she is getting slapped. Her father has slapped her many times but getting slapped by a stranger hits hard.
She went to the washroom and fixed her face.
"It's okay Bella, he didn't slapped you he slapped his evil wife. Man must be very much frustrated because it's hurting like a bitch..."
She rubbed her cheek.
"Just few days and it will be fine... If you want to live a free life then you need this money and you have to do it for that. For Jasmine..."
She took a deep breath and grinned looking at the mirror.
"You are looking damn sexy"
She complimented herself trying to cheer up.
"This slap is nothing, you have had worst... You are a strong girl..."
She said to herself. She always does this whenever she is about to cry. She tries to find positive side. But deep down it hurts.
This poor girl has endured many things but It didn't break her spirit. It made her stronger and rebellious.
She walked out with bright smile while hiding the pain behind it and approached Alexander.
He was already talking to people with smile, she stood beside him and looked at him with sad smile. Will he ever knew that she is not his real wife?
Bella stood there like a doll while Alexander was dealing with his friends and business partner. That time she realised that Alexander is seriously not interested in Amanda. He didn't even glanced at her and she was following him like a lost puppy.
She was amused by the royalty of people present there. Sparkling jwellery, expensive dress and rich perfumes. She was feeling foreign.
"Ohh, Hallo Mr. Marino..."
Some man said and Alexander looked at him.
"Myself Charlie... From UB glamorous... Your wife knows me."
He said and Alexander looked at her, Bella had no idea who this man is but she smiled anyway.
"Offcourse Mr. Charlie..."
"I thought you were in Paris... Anyway glad to see you."
He kissed her hand and Bella internally scowled.
"I hope you are ready for the project... Thank you so much for saying yes."
"What project."
Alexander asked and Bella gulped, she has no idea what Amanda has done.
"We are going to do a nude photoshoot."
He replied and they both looked at him shocked.
"Amanda was so generous to say yes."
Bella looked at him with wide eyes and Alexander clenched his jaw. He grabbed her hand and literally dragged her outside towards his car.
Fear rose inside her heart when he threw her inside the car and started driving.
'Fuck... He will kill me'
She gulped looking at his furious face.
Author's POV Bella clutched on her seatbelt tightly as Alexander started driving the car very roughly. She looked at him scared but couldn't say anything. She has no idea how to handle this situation. She can understand that Alexander is angry because Amanda agreed for that photoshoot, offcourse he is worried about his reputation. But she doesn't want to get punished for Amanda's mistakes. 'Think something Bella... Otherwise you are fucking dead.' She panicked. She saw huge Mansion coming to her view. Her eyes widened at the site. Huge garden came to the view when his car entered through huge metal gate. There was a huge fountain which was looking like a mini waterfall. Her thoughts got broken when she got roughly pulled by her hair. "Ahh..." She screamed trying to push him away but Alexander dragged her inside. Bella stumbled forward when he pushed her roughly in the living room. "Fuck" She cursed when she almost tripped due to high heels. She turned around madly b
Author's POV "Mother in law" Bella mumbled looking at the woman who is Amanda's mother in law. They have told many things about Anamika and Bella understood that this woman is overall good. But her gaze was making her uncomfortable. She quickly gulped down the berries and looked at her nervously. On other hand Anamika looked at the girl who was standing in front of her in shorts and tank top, lips coated with berry juice. She was kind of messy and Amanda isn't like this. "We need to talk" Anamika said sternly. Bella nodded and walked towards her, Anamika frowned when she saw handprint on her cheek. She touched Bella's cheek and her face turned furious. Bella looked at her confused when she stormed out of the kitchen. Bella grabbed the tissue paper and wiped her mouth. "Stop eating like a pig Bella, you are Amanda now." She scolded herself. Anamika went to the living room where Alexander was waiting for them. "Did you raised your hand on her?" Anamika asked madly. Al
Author's POV Bella looked at the telephone which was in living room and hope sparkled in her naive heart. "May be my room has one too" She mumbled and ran towards her room. She entered inside and started looking for a telephone. She has no idea why modern house like this still has telephones but she isn't complaining. She grabbed the telephone and sat on the sofa. "Please god, please make it work..." She pleaded and dialled Jasmine's number. Bella rocked her leg impatiently as it rang but Jasmine didn't receive it. It got disconnected and Bella huffed. She placed it down disappointed. "She must be working in the kitchen." She sighed. But her eyes sparkled when it rang. Bella quickly received the call. "Hello Jasmine!" She yelled in excitement. Jasmine was in the kitchen when she saw missed call from unknown number. She wiped her hand and called back. Her eyes widened when she heard Bella's voice, she quickly looked around and ran towards her room. She hid in the b
Author's POV Bella gasped when she lost her balance but large hand got wrapped around her waist not letting her fall. Alexander picked her up like a toddler and placed on the floor. "Fuck!" Bella looked horrified. "You wanted to try... Satisfied?" He Smirked. "You want to kill me!?" She said looking at him madly. "I love to kill people, but not like this. I have different ways..." He chuckled and Bella looked at him shocked. "What do you want?" She asked. He stepped towards her and she stepped back. Her back touched the railing and she gulped nervously when he caged her against it. He leaned down to her level with mysterious smirk. Bella looked at his handsome face, he looks Even more perfect in broad daylight. Sharp features, pointed nose, amber eyes and raven black hair. He is exactly the way Bella fantasize her man. "I want you...." He whispered evilly and she looked at him with wide eyes. "What?" Her mouth opened. "I want you In my room... We are going
Author's POV Those things fell from Bella's hand as she saw Alexander standing in front of her. She smiled embarrassed. Alexander Smirked and picked up the vibrator. He scowled at it and tossed in the dustbin. "It's small" He said arrogantly. Bella looked at him with open mouth and was about to run away but he grabbed her by the arm and slammed against the wall. Bella gulped nervously when he came too close, his rich scent was alluring and she is not used to deal with handsome man like him. She can feel butterflies dancing in her stomach. She looked at his mysterious eyes and her heart started hammering. "You don't need these little toys" He whispered in her ear. "You can get bigger if you want." Bella's heart skipped a beat by his words but she was getting turn on too. His hand was on her back and he was drawing circles there. He roamed his hand on her arm and travelled towards her waist. She closed her eyes when he touched her neck and caressed her soft skin. Bella l
Author's POV Alexander came out of the shower early in the morning after doing his workout. It was 6 am and Bella was still asleep. He ruffled water from his wet hair and looked at her. He chuckled at the way she was sleeping. She has turned upside down. Bedsheet is tangled around her body, hair are messy and her lips were parted. He let her sleep and walked towards the closest. He couldn't believe that he is letting this stranger girl sleep in his bed. But he have to keep her close to keep an eye on her. Alexander is very angry with Valentino, he dared to deceive him. When Anamika met Amanda who is actually Bella, she had a doubt that something is not right with her. Everything was different, her voice, behavior and accent. Anamika shared her doubt with Alexander but he couldn't point out difference because he has never paid attention towards Amanda. Then they heard Bella's conversation with Jasmine. Poor girl has no idea that every phone is connected to his office pho
Author's POV Bella got scared that man suddenly came forward to kiss her. She quickly react and pushed him back. His head snapped aside when she slapped him hard. He looked at her shocked. "Amanda are you crazy?" "Don't touch me, bastard" Bella yelled. She doesn't care who is he, she won't tolerate this kind of behavior. "Bitch!" He clenched his jaw and stepped towards her. She threw coffee on his face and kicked him in balls. He fell on the floor with groan and Bella punched his nose. Alexander was watching everything along with his all employees. His lips were in full smile. He didn't know that his replaced wife is feisty too. He liked it. His eyes widened when Bella was about to smash flower vase on his face. He quickly rushed towards her and pulled her away by the waist. "It's enough, guards will handle the rest." He said. "No, he is a bastard... I am gonna kill him." Bella threw fists at him. Alexander sighed. "Why are you beating your own friend?" He asked
Author's POV. Bella was sitting quietly beside Alexander while he was driving. She was feeling awkward after hugging and kissing him on the cheek. On other hand his mind was planning evil games, thinking about how to change game and manipulate the situation. "When are we going to your parents house?" She tried to break awkward silence. "Tonight, for dinner" He replied. "Who else is coming?" She asked. "My sister, Raajnandini" He answered. "Should I be scared of your father?" Bella asked nervously, as she is going to meet mafia king for the first time. "Why?" He asked, he knows that she is scared and nervous but he wanted her to talk. "You know because I left without informing n all those stupid things." She mumbled. "He doesn't know about it... Don't worry" He assured and she sighed in relief. She wanted to ask more about his parents but she was scared that he will be suspicious. "And your mother?... Is she still mad at me?" She asked. "Why don't you as