Chapter 3: The Affair
Evelyn Chase walked slowly to her car, her LadyBug. It is a present that Mark bought for her 18th birthday this year. A red VW convertible beetle. Mark Cheng is a successful private investigator at City A who earns a stable income for the family. But most of the wealth comes from Mary Chase's inheritance. So yes, they live a comfortable live with no financial constraints. Mary also has her own business running several successful high end restaurants. She travels a lot. She loves her career.
Evelyn is enjoying the good weather today. Soft wind blowing her long brunette hair which she then gently tie up her long hair in a ponytail style leaving some strands lose. She looked up to see the beautiful blue sky thinking it would be nice to go for a picnic. She thought of proposing this idea to her parents once her mother comes back from her business trip.
At the corner of her eye, suddenly, she felt like someone is watching her. It is just a feeling. She turned around and noticed a group of girls walking around a black Bentley. Looking at the car and waving at the back seat of the car. 'What the hell is wrong with these girls?' she thought. 'Who are they waving to?'
She turned around and ignored the scene and continued walking to her car. She finds that most of the girls in the school can be quite flirtatious. Some sleeps around with boys in the school, especially with the football team. Betty is the most popular slut in the school. She probably slept with the whole football team, perhaps except for John.
She finally got in her LadyBug, start the engine and pressed the button to pull down the soft top, and drove home in this beautiful weather. Switched on the radio and singing to the tune with her head moving in sync with the song.
After 20 minutes of driving, finally Evelyn arrived at the gated residential area, Villa Medina. Once she parked the car, she rushed to the front door pressing the security code and her thumprint recognition. 'Click' the door opened.
The house is decorated in European style, Mary's preference mostly. It has a luxurious and classical feel once you step in the front door. The feeling is like walking in a Mediterranean villa with warm tones. The furnitures are mostly dark wood theme that has some vintage feel. Totally the opposite of Evelyn's preference. She specifically requested to decorate her own room. Modern setup and decoration.
Evelyn looked around but the house seems quiet. 'Where is everyone? Did I get the day for movie night correct?' She thought.
Evelyn walked to the kitchen. "I'm parched, I need a drink" she said to herself. When she was reaching the kitchen door, she saw Lucy, the housekeeper busing preparing food for dinner.
She tiptoed and "Booo.." she scared Lucy and laughed playfully tickling Lucy. "Eve please don't do that, you frightened me. My heart can't take it -" she said pretending to faint with her arms on her chest. Before Lucy could finish her sentence, Evelyn gave her a big hug. "Sorry Aunt Lucy" Evelyn whispered in her ears.
Lucy has been with the family since Evelyn was a baby. She is family to Evelyn. A person she can confide with when she needs someone to talk to about her personal problem.
Evelyn opened the door to the fridge and took out an orange juice to drink, refreshing. "Aunt Lucy, where is Dad and Mandy? Is Mom back yet?" She asked. Mary went for a business trip for 3 days and she is supposed to come back today. She would usually call or text her girls when she reach the airport but today she did not do so.
"Madam Mary came back this morning but she went out urgently after receiving a phone call. Must be something important. Your father is with your sister in the study room. Are you hungry? Would you like me to make you your favourite sandwich?" Lucy asked lovingly while wiping the juice leftover at the corner of Evelyn's mouth with a tissue. Evelyn nodded happily and gives another hug to Lucy before walking to the study room.
Lucy checked her phone. There were only messages from the twins gossiping about the latest rumour in school, Eddie still apologising for fear that Evelyn would break his legs tomorrow, Tessa asking her to support her at the field tomorrow and... nothing from Mom. Strange. She texted Mary asking her where she is with a smiley face at the end of the text. She miss her Mom.
As she approached the study room, she heard Mandy talking to Mark, in a quarrelling tone. Evelyn quietly eavesdrop behind the door.
"Dad, you have to believe me. I heard what Mom said, it was crystal clear" Mandy was explaining something to Mark. Evelyn could not hear clearly. She heard Mandy's words faintly "Mom said.. I miss you too.. I want to see you.. wait for me.. " As Evelyn got closer to the door to hear better, the door cracked open. Busted. It was not closed properly. Evelyn tried to hide hoping that her sister would not see her.
"Eve sweetheart, is that you?" Mark asked. Evelyn smoothen her shirt, took a deep breath and hop in towards Mark.
"Dad, how are you today?" She sat on Mark's lap with her hand around his neck and kissed Mark's cheek. Smiling like a little girl.
Mark rubbed her forehead and kissed it lightly. "How was school sweetheart? You look happy today." He pinched Evelyn's cheek like a little girl. Evelyn might not be her biological daughter but he loves her the same as Mandy. The girls are his treasure.
"DAD!! Are you even listening to me? This is important. We must investigate before it gets serious -" Mandy was trying to explain to Mark that she thinks Mary is having an affair. But Mark seems not interested and he said he believes his wife is loyal to him. It is just a misunderstanding.
"Mandy my baby sister, why would you say such things about Mom." Evelyn cut her off and chase her in the study room to tickle her. Mandy was running around the room avoiding Evelyn. She was screaming and laughing as she is very ticklish. When she finally break free from Evelyn's hold, she turnaround to Mark and said "I will find the truth Dad. I will prove it to you that what I heard is true. I am the daughter of a private investigator, aren't I?" Mandy stomp her feet and walk out of the study room. Evelyn sighed and looked at Mark. He was looking at the floor and a faint smile appear at the corner of his thin lips.
"What do you think Eve? Do you believe your sister?" He asked Evelyn in a sad tone. Still looking at the wooden floor.
"Dad, I believe one thing. Mom loves you very much. It must have been a misunderstanding." Evelyn walked to the sofa that Mark is sitting. She tried to comfort Mark. He looked a little worried.
She hugged Mark and said "Let's not spoil tonight. It's family time, Dad. Cheer up. I'm hungry. Let's eat something OK" she stood up and stretched her hand to Mark. The father and daughter walked to the kitchen lovingly.
"How did you find me?" Mary said while trying to keep a distance from the man standing infront of her.
When she returned from her business trip this morning, she wanted to text her girls and the man that she love whole heartedly, Mark Cheng. She loves her family very much and missed them every minute everyday. She hates being away from them for her business trip.
Beep.. beep.. Suddenly, she received a text from a strange number.
- Hey Little Bunny. Miss me - Mary read the text repeatedly with trembling hands. Only one person calls her Little Bunny.
Few hours later, she arrived at the Suite Room of Hotel Plaza, as instructed by this man standing infront of her. He is well built with big and hard muscles. He is wearing a fitted black shirt with sleeves rolled up showing his arm full of tattoos. He is tall, dark blonde hair with light brown hazel eyes that can hypnotize any woman who stares at it. Sharp nose, thick eyebrows, perfect jawline. Mary needs to stop staring at this handsome man standing infront of her. He is dangerous.
"You think you can hide from me, woman. This time, you can't run away from me, Marianna Cruz. Or is it Mary Chase now.. huh?" The man came closer and held Mary's chin and forcefully kissed her. Mary struggled to break free but the man now held her waist tightly deepening the kiss.
"Zan... der.. ssst-opp.. please" Mary trying to tell him but the man, named Zander, did not stop touching her. Now lifting her dress, touching her sensitive part. She moaned as his touch gets deeper. She can't help it. He knows where to touch to ignite her sexual pleasures. This has to stop, she thought. She punched his shoulder with her fist but it had no effect to him.
Without her realizing it, her dress was taken off and the man carried her to the large bed forcing her legs apart. He tied her hands to the bed. He shut Mary's scream with a hard kiss. Mary was out of breath and her vision became blurry.
'Zander Cage, you devil'