Alexander's POV:

I get into my car and drive towards my home. I sighed as I thought of the ways I can convince Isabella to stay with me. Even if I convince Isabella I don't think her uncle will give her permission. Ha! I got an idea but I need Nathan and Jacob's help. I call Nathan, "Hello brother," he greeted. "Where are you and Jacob with you?" I asked him ignoring his greetings. "I am at the warehouse and Jacob is also with me. You know I think we should find him a girl so that he can go home and don't camp at the warehouse," Nathan said.

I can understand what he is trying to say but Jacob has serious trust issues that's why he doesn't let anyone in. I said, "Ok now listen to me carefully we are going to Thompson's before David leaves his house for work. I have a plan to bring Isabella home. Nathan call the lawyer to prepare documents. I am taking Thompson hotels and taking Isabella from there." "What are you planning?" Jacob asked. I replied, "I'll explain tomorrow." "Okay see you tomorrow. David leaves for work at 8 in the morning so do whatever you want to do before 8. buona notte fratello," (Good night brother) Nathan said as he cut the call.

I sighed as I went into my bedroom. I stripped off my clothes and stepped into the shower. After showering I get into bed. Tomorrow is gonna be a long ass day. I just hope everything goes according to my plan so I can protect her. With that thought I drifted to sleep.

Isabella's POV:

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After the morning's beating I got one more beating in the evening. I don't know what happened but whatever happened was bad. My uncle was very mad and Vanessa was furious like hell. I woke up so sore that I couldn't move. My ribs are probably broken. My back is covered in whip lashes. Same with my arms and legs. I cannot walk without limping. My head hurts because of how many times it was banged. I felt like my scalp was still on fire because they pulled my hair so roughly. I wonder how my hair didnt fall out by the way they were pulling.

I shake my head not wanting to think about that. I pulled out an extremely comfortable oversized cropped hoodie and paired it with black joggers so that the cloth doesn't irritate my skin. I popped two painkillers to subside the pain and went into the kitchen to make breakfast. I was preparing breakfast when the doorbell rang. No one else was downstairs yet so I opened the door. Alex, Nathan and Jacob were standing there. I looked at Alex and damn god he was looking so good in his checkered shirt and blue suit with grey pants. "OMG! Isabella! I missed you," Nathan exclaimed and hugged me. I fought back the wince because it hurt when he hugged me. "Nathan? We met few days ago only. What are you guys doing here?" I ask them. "We have some work to deal with," Jacob said.

I opened the door wider to let them come in. Jacob gave me a quick hug and followed Nathan. It was now me and Alex but suddenly I realized that I had left the gas on. My eyes widened as I tried to walk as fast as I could because I can't run in this state. I breathed a sigh of relief when I saw the gas off. "Don't worry. I turned off the gas. You were with my brother and I knew you guys would take your sweet time," Nathan said. "Huh?" I asked him. "He is an idiot. Let him be," Alex came in. "By the way thank you," I said to Nathan. He just nodded and gave me a smile.

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"Should I make some coffee for you guys?" I asked them. "No. It's fine," guys answered. I nodded and was going towards the kitchen when a deep voice stopped me. "Why are you limping Isa?" Alex asked. "I slipped last night," I lied. He was looking deep in my eyes. After a few seconds he breaks eye contact and nods. I went into the kitchen and finished breakfast.

After few minutes Mr. and Mrs. Thompson came down. They were shocked to see Alex, Nathan and Jacob sitting in their living room like they own this house. "Mr. Knight, what a pleasant surprise. I think you agreed to my offer. So what do you say? Wait let me get Nessa. She would be thrilled to hear this," my uncle rambled on. I was confused about what deal they were talking about. I didn't miss how Alex's fist clenched because of uncle's rambling. From the short time I've noticed that he has a very short temper. My aunt called Vanessa and she appeared after a few minutes and I choked on my spit when I saw what she was wearing. Everyone's eyes widened when they saw her.

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"What? I was sleeping," Vanessa said looking at everyone's bewildered faces. Jacob just rolled his eyes at her behavior. Alex and Nathan had blank faces on. "Sweetie. Go and change, we have some news for you," My uncle said, That's when her eyes went to Alex. She strutted over to him and said, "Hi boo," and kissed him on his cheek. Ew gross. I thought. Dont ew gross it. You just want to be at her place. My subconscious taunted me. Whatever. I mentally rolled my eyes at my subconscious.

Alex pushed her from him and wiped the spot where she kissed with a handkerchief making me bite my lip to suppress my laughter. "I'll be back," Vanessa said leaving the room. "Isabella I think you should also change," Nathan said to me. "But why?" I asked Nathan. I don't know where this little confidence came from but I liked it. "Just do as he says Isabella. We don't want a repeat of yesterday now do we?" my uncle said. My eyes widened and I scurried towards my room ignoring three pairs of curious eyes.

I wore jeans and a black top. I reapplied my makeup to prevent anyone from seeing the bruises. I applied a coat of mascara and cherry lip gloss. I put my hair into a messy bun. I was at least looking decent I thought as I made my way towards the living room. Alex saw me coming and raked his eyes over my body. I felt a bit uncomfortable under his gaze.

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