Chapter 5 The Set Up

(Tina's POV)

I arrived at the location Damien had sent me, a small coffee shop on the outskirts of town. I spotted him sitting in the corner, sipping on a latte. I made my way over to him, my heart racing with excitement.

"Hey," I said, sliding into the chair across from him.

"Hey," he replied, his eyes scanning the room before focusing on me. "So, you're in?"

"I'm in," I confirmed. "But we need to make sure we get Andi alone. She can't suspect a thing."

"Don't worry, I've got a plan," Damien said, a sly grin spreading across his face. "We'll drug her, and then... well, you know what to do."

I nodded, feeling a thrill of anticipation. This was going to be too easy.

Hehe!

You are so going to be in a big trouble, Andi and there's no one to save you.

I smiled in triumph and smirked evilly.

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(Damien's POV)

I watched Tina leave the coffee shop, feeling confident in our plan. We would finally get our revenge on Andi, and no one would ever suspect a thing.

And after I'm done with her, she'd beg me to take her back.

That proud little vixen!

I pulled out my phone and sent a text to my driver, but then I remembered that I had sent him on an errand earlier on. I deleted the text and stood up to leave.

I chuckled to myself, feeling a sense of satisfaction. This was going to be too easy.

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(Andi's POV)

I finished up my classes for the day and headed to the cafeteria, my mind still reeling from the encounter with the handsome stranger the day before at work.

As I was leaving the cafeteria, I ran into Kyle, who was sitting at a table outside.

"Hey," he said, smiling up at me. "How's it going?"

Huh, why is he talking to me?

"It's going," I replied, feeling a sense of unease. There was something about Kyle that made me feel like he could see right through me right from the day I bumped into him.

We chatted for a few minutes and I got to know that he's a really cool guy. He told me about how his mum had forced him to change schools and how he had ruined his principal's car.

I laughed really hard when he described the way his principal's face contorted with anger when he found out that he was the one behind the damage.

He's not as arrogant as I had thought. Poor kid!

I hope he likes it here though, he's looks like a player too so I trust he's going to break a lot of hearts. Best of luck with that!.

I checked my watch and it was evening already. " I have to go now, Kyle. See you around some other time. It was fun chatting with you." I said and smiled.

"Alright then," he nodded, "see you around later, pretty." I blushed when he called me pretty.

Gosh! Why am I like this?

I stood up, said goodbye and headed to work.

It was really a long day at work. We finally closed and I cleaned up the café. Sophia had left a while ago leaving only me to do it all alone.

That sly bitch!

I finished cleaning up and went to change back into my clothes. I picked up my bag and got out of the cafe and locked the door.

I suddenly remembered that I don't have much with me and I couldn't take a cab home because I will need to pay the cabbie.

Oh well... I guess I just have to walk home then. It's really not far from here and with that I started my journey home alone.

Tina would be home already. I hope that lazy ass cooks something good this time because I'm so so exhausted and I don't think I'll be able to cook anything when I get home.

As I walked home, I couldn't shake the feeling that someone was watching me. I quickened my pace, my heart racing with fear.

Little did I know, my life was about to take a dramatic turn.

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(Tony's POV)

I followed Andi home, my eyes fixed on her as she walked. I couldn't believe how beautiful she was, how captivating.

As I watched her, I felt a sense of possessiveness wash over me. I had to make her mine.

But as I turned the corner, I noticed something that made my blood run cold. A black car was parked outside Andi's apartment, and a girl was standing next to it, a sly grin spreading across her face.

My instincts kicked in, and I knew something was wrong. I pulled over and watched, my heart racing with anticipation.

And then, I saw them sneaking into Andi's apartment.

The girl's face looks familiar. She is Andi's friend. I had seen her picture with Andi on her social media account but what is she doing with that guy?.

Wait! What?

Is that not Damien? Fuck, that asshole! What are they planning to do to Andi now?

Damien is nothing but trouble. My mind raced with memories of the past. We used to be best friends, inseparable since childhood. But that all changed when Damien betrayed me, stabbing me in the back and stealing from me.

I had thought we were brothers, but I was wrong. He was just a snake in the grass, waiting to strike.

I shook my head, pushing the memories aside. I had to focus on the present.

I saw them sneak in, their faces twisted with malice. And I saw red.

I knew I had to act fast. I couldn't let them hurt her.

I got out of my car and crept towards the apartment, my heart racing with anticipation.

What I saw next made my blood boil. The guy was undressing Andi, who was clearly unconscious.

I saw red. I stormed into the apartment, my fists flying.

"Argh!" Tina screamed, trying to escape.

But I was too fast. I caught her, holding her in a tight grip.

"You're not going anywhere," I growled, my eyes fixed on the other guy.

I punched him in the face, feeling a sense of satisfaction as he crumpled to the ground. Tina tried to scream, but I covered her mouth with my hand.

"You're not going to hurt her," I growled, my eyes blazing with anger.

Andi was lying on the couch, unconscious. I could see the fear in her face, even in her sleep.

I turned to Tina. "What did you give her?" I demanded.

Tina struggled against me, but I held her tight. "It was just a sedative," she spat. "We were just going to teach her a lesson."

I felt a wave of fury wash over me. "You're going to pay for this," I promised.

Just then, I heard a noise behind me. I turned to see Damien getting to his feet, a cruel grin spreading across his face.

"You'll never be able to stop us," he sneered.

But I was ready for him. I punched him again, this time sending him crashing to the floor.

Tina took advantage of the distraction to escape, running out of the apartment as fast as she could.

I didn't bother chasing her. I had more important things to worry about.

I turned to Andi, gently shaking her awake. "Andi, can you hear me?" I asked, my voice soft.

She stirred, her eyes fluttering open.

I smiled, relief washing over me. "Hey, take it easy," I said. "You've been through a lot."

"Who are you?," she whispered.

My name is Tony," I replied. "I'm a friend. You're safe now."

But as I looked into her eyes, I saw something there that made my heart skip a beat. Fear. Uncertainty.

"Tony," she whispered again. "I remember you."

My heart stopped. She remembered me?

But before I could ask her what she meant, everything went black.

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(Andi's POV)

I slowly opened my eyes, groggily taking in my surroundings. I was on my couch, but I had no memory of how I got there. The last thing I remembered was leaving the cafe and heading home.

As I sat up, a wave of dizziness washed over me. I felt a hand on my shoulder, steadying me.

"Hey, take it easy," a voice said. "You've been through a lot."

I looked up to see a handsome face hovering over me. He looked concerned, but I had no idea who he was.

"Who are you?" I asked, my voice shaking.

"My name is Tony," he replied. "I'm a friend. You're safe now."

I tried to remember how I knew him, but my mind was a blank. I felt a surge of fear at the realization that I had no memory of this person, or how I got here.

"Tony," I whispered again. "I remember you." He was the handsome stranger from the cafe. But he looks so surprised that I remembered him.

"What happened?" I asked, trying to piece together the events of the day.

Tony hesitated before answering. "A strange guy and your friend Tina tried to hurt you," he said. "But I stopped them."

I felt a surge of fear at the mention of her name. What had they done to me? And who was the strange guy?

Oh no! Definitely who I think it is, Damien. I know he's the one. Why didn't I figured out earlier on?

But as I looked at Tony, I felt a sense of safety with him. I didn't know why, but I trusted him.

"Thank you," I whispered.

He smiled and helped me stand up. "We need to get out of here," he said. "It's not safe."

I nodded, still feeling dazed. But as I walked with Tony, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. That something was missing.

But I had no idea what.

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(Tony's POV)

I helped Andi out of the apartment, keeping a close eye on her. She was still shaken, and I didn't blame her. What Damien and her friend had done was unthinkable.

I intentionally did not mention Damien's name to her. I'd deal with them later!

As we walked to my car, I couldn't help but notice the way Andi looked at me. She didn't remember me, but there was something in her eyes... a spark of recognition, maybe.

I pushed the thought aside and focused on getting her to safety. We drove to my place and told Jenkins to get some drugs for her to feel better.

Andi looked around, taking in the unfamiliar surroundings. "Where are we?" she asked.

"A safe place," I replied. "You can stay here for a while, until we figure out what's going on."

She nodded, looking tired. "Thank you, Tony," she said. "I don't know what I would have done if you hadn't shown up."

I smiled, feeling a surge of protectiveness towards her. "You don't have to thank me," I said. "I'm just glad I was there."

As I helped her settle into the room, I couldn't help but think about that night. About what had happened between us.

But for now, I pushed those thoughts aside. She needed my help, and I was determined to give it to her.

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(Andi's POV)

I lay in bed, trying to process everything that had happened. Tony had saved me, but I still didn't know why. Or how I knew him.

I remembered he was at the café some days ago but that was it. How did he know I was in trouble?

As I drifted off to sleep, I felt a sense of unease. Something was missing, something I couldn't quite remember.

But as I looked around the room, I saw Tony sitting in a chair, watching me. And for some reason, I felt safe.

Maybe, just maybe, I could trust him.

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(Tina's POV)

I paced back and forth in Damien's living room, my mind racing with fear. Our plan had failed, and a strange man had saved Andi. Again.

Damien watched me, his eyes narrowed. "We need to get out of here," he said. "Tony will come after us."

"Tony?," I asked in confusion. "So you know him?"

"Yes, he's the CEO of M&B company. The ruthless and arrogant billionaire," he said dryly.

I gasped in surprise and my eyes widened when I realized something was off.

What has he got to do with Andi and why did he save her? She didn't tell me she knew him before.

Or what if she did but she was also not aware of who he was?

Fuck! He was the billionaire that she had a one night stand with. But I thought they said he's ruthless? So why did he save Andi?

Argh!

"Come on, let's get out of here," Damien said interrupting my thoughts.

I nodded, my heart racing. We had underestimated Tony's power and influence. He was a billionaire, with connections everywhere.

"We need to lay low for a while," I said. "Until the heat dies down."

But Damien shook his head. "We can't hide forever," he said. "We need to take care of Tony once and for all."

I felt a chill run down my spine. Take care of Tony? What did Damien have planned?

But before I could ask, there was a knock at the door. Damien's eyes locked onto mine, a warning.

"Who is it?" he called out.

"It's me, Tony," a voice replied.

My heart stopped. Tony? Here?

Damien's eyes flashed with anger, and he reached for the door handle.

But I grabbed his arm, holding him back. "Wait," I whispered. "Let's hear what he has to say."

Damien hesitated, then nodded. He opened the door, and Tony walked in, a smile on his face.

"You two are quite the pair," he said, his eyes locked onto us. "But I think it's time we had a little chat."

And then, he pulled out a folder, filled with photos and documents.

"You see, I've been doing some digging," he said. "And I think I've uncovered something interesting."

My heart sank, as I realized what Tony had discovered.

"No," I whispered. "It can't be."

But Tony just smiled, his eyes glinting with triumph.

"Oh, it's true," he said. "And now, you two are in a lot of trouble."

And with that, everything went black.