Lost in the Devil's arms

HAYLEE'S POV

It's been three years since I've been married to my wealthy businessman husband, who had no iota of time for me.

For three years, I've been enduring the harsh treatment I got from his family, especially his mother who thought I was not fit for their family.

Despite their hatred, I still loved my husband, Ryan. Before he left for his office that morning, I told him about my birthday and he promised to make himself available.

However, he once again publicly told me I was nothing to him. I was scrolling through the internet when I saw the heartbreaking headline.

"Superstar actress, Alexa, spotted at the airport with Ryan in intimate photos - their love seems so enviable!"

"That swine!" I cussed softly as I watched the happy smiles on their faces. They looked so happy together, fit to be an item.

I came back to my senses when I realized my husband had gone to pick up another lady

And not just any woman, it was Alexa who held an extraordinary place in Ryan's heart.

I once heard that they were once engaged to be married until various circumstances got in the way and I ended up marrying Ryan.

My marriage with Ryan did not change a thing about him. His love for Alexa didn't diminish, but it grew and I became just a thing in his house.

"Let's get a divorce." I typed and sent it to him. Few seconds later, he called me.

"What the hell do you think you're doing? If you think this is going to work to get my attention, then you've failed. I need to spend some time with Alexa, just let me be." He roared on the phone.

It was exactly three years ago, when I met Ryan Macaulay in town. He was a nice man full of life and love.

He portrayed himself to be the perfect gentleman, but inwardly, he was a bad man full of evil plans.

I never knew all his acts were just a façade. I never knew I was just a bait in his love life.

We ran into each other at the mall, while trying to get some groceries. He was a pretty attractive man and quite noticeable.

At first, I caught him staring at me from a distance while doing his groceries. I had ignored him, thinking he was just another man looking for a lady to spend the night with.

After a series of encounters in the mall, we met at the cash register, coincidentally.

"Hi. I am Ryan. Ryan Macaulay. You're quite a sight and it's difficult to take my eyes off you." He started.

"That's nice of you to say. I don't really get much compliments." I said shyly.

"Oh, that's too bad. I bet a lot of people see you radiant skin, daily. They are probably too dumb not to appreciate such beauty. Permit me to settle your groceries?" He demanded.

Since he was asking nicely, I thought it nice to give him a chance. Even though I have more than enough to pay my bills.

"Oh, right. Sure. I don't mind." I giggled.

After the payment, he handed my bags over to me and insisted on walking me out. He offered to drop me, but I told him I had my own car, packed outside.

"So, you look pretty young. What do you do?" He asked.

" I am a pharmacist and I work with Laura groups. It's a little place in a quiet place in town. But, I love working there. Plus, you are not old, either" I giggled

"Amazing. I am a businessman and I currently manage my father's company and my own company.

Well, if you don't mind, can I take you to dinner later this week? I must say, you've captured my heart in your love's nest. I am entangled." He confessed.

"Oh, please. Stop flattering me." I replied to him coyly.

"So, dinner this weekend? Trust me, I will blow your mind. I have a favorite spot in a beautiful restaurant. So, what do you say?"

I rolled my eyes and weighed my options. I had nothing to lose if I accepted his offer and also had nothing to lose if I didn't.

"Yeah. I guess an outing or two won't hurt. I'll see you on Friday."

"Here's my card, my number is there. Give me a call. Don't forget."

"Alright, I won't. You're charming enough not to be forgotten. Enjoy the rest of your day."

With that, we departed and didn't communicate for the next two days.

I forgot to call him like he requested because I was busy with work.

On the third day after our meeting, I picked up his card and dialed his number. As his phone rang, I had a flashback to when we ran into each other at the mall.

His bright blue eyes sparkled with excitement.

I could almost feel the connection between us as he shot glances at me.

I registered his charming eyes into my brain and smiled at the thought of him.

It's hard to believe that I am already head over heels in love with the guy I met three days ago. Love at times, could be tricky.

"Hello...? Hello? Stop wasting my goddamn time.

Is anyone there?" His voice rang out clear and loud enough to snap me out of my imagination.

I had totally forgotten that I had dialed his number."uhm, hello.

Is this a good time to call? We met at the mall three days ago." I stuttered.

"Oh, shit!" And, bang! He ended the call and made me speechless..

I was taken aback at his rude approach and made the decision not to call him again.

"That's definitely some red flags, girl!" I said out loud to myself.

At first, I caught him staring at me from a distance while doing his groceries.

I had ignored him, thinking he was just another man looking for a lady to spend the night with.