Jude Pov:
As I watched Dahlia disappear into the crowd, I couldn't help but feel a sense of hope. She had given me a glimmer of a chance, and I was determined to prove myself to her. I knew it wouldn't be easy, but I was willing to do whatever it took to win her back.
I walked out of the cafe, lost in thought, when I heard a voice behind me. "Jude Bellingham, you're a hard man to find." I turned to see a woman with piercing green eyes and long, curly hair. "Who are you?" I asked, taken aback. "My name is Kathy, and I've been searching for you for a long time." She smiled, and I felt a shiver run down my spine. "What do you want, Kathy?" I asked, trying to stay calm. "Oh, I think you know," she said, her eyes glinting with mischief. "You see, I've been watching you, Jude. I know all about your little romance with Dahlia. And I must say, I'm impressed." I narrowed my eyes, unsure of what to make of her. "What do you want, Kathy?" I repeated. "I want to help you win Dahlia back," she said, her voice dripping with sweetness. "But at what cost?" I asked, my instincts screaming warning. "Oh, don't worry about that," she said, waving her hand dismissively. "Just trust me, Jude. I'll make sure you get your happy ending." And with that, she turned and walked away, leaving me feeling both intrigued and terrified.
Dahlia Pov
As I walked away from the cafe, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. I was relieved to have finally spoken my truth to Jude, but I was also scared of the unknown. I had given him a chance to prove himself, but I wasn't sure if I was ready to take him back.
I walked through the crowded streets of Madrid, taking in the sights and sounds of the city. I had always loved Madrid, but today it felt different. Today, it felt like a new beginning.
As I turned a corner, I saw Zade waiting for me outside the hotel. He smiled when he saw me, and I couldn't help but smile back. "Hey," he said, as I approached him. "How did it go with Jude?"
I shrugged. "It was complicated. But I think I did the right thing."
Zade nodded. "I don't even want to know what is going on between you two but always remember that you deserve so much better than someone who can't appreciate you."
I blushed at his words, feeling a flutter in my chest. "Thanks, Zade. You're a great acquaintance."
He smiled again, and we walked into the hotel together. As we entered the lobby, I saw an unfamiliar face, a woman who I'd never seen before smiled at me in such a friendly but unfriendly way, and I felt uneasy.
"We finally meet Miss Dahlia Monroe" she extended a hand toward me.
"Who are you?" I questioned, taking her hand in mine
"You can call me Kathy"
"If I may ask, how may I help you?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.
"Oh, I just wanted to congratulate you on your bravery," she said, her eyes glinting with mischief. "You're a lot stronger than I thought you'd be."
I narrowed my eyes. "What do you mean?"
Kathy chuckled. "You'll find out soon enough, Dahlia. But for now, just know that you're playing with fire."
And with that, she turned and walked away, leaving me feeling both confused and terrified. What did she mean? And what did she want from me? I looked at Zade, and he shrugged. "Don't worry, Dahlia. We'll figure it out together."
But as we walked away from the lobby, I couldn't shake the feeling that Kathy was just the beginning of a much bigger problem.
Authors Note: Finally, an update!!!
