All Chapters of The Last Piece of my Soul: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

It was cold. My limbs were numb. All my surroundings were somewhat hazy. With every minute passing the pain in my heart became less and less hurtful. Surely, I was dying. Pierced with a bullet in an abandoned warehouse like some kind of mafia thug who dared to steal money or sell the poor quality drug to his business partner. Oh my, wasn't I pitiful? Well, I wish that was the case. Honestly, in my last moments, I preferred to die for whatever reason including incurable disease, being a bad person who did unimaginable deeds and now suffered retribution or just a f*ckin incident where the plane crashed.But no. I was dying mostly because of my stupidity. Maybe, at some point, I started to realise that my feelings would lead me to suffer like hell. But little did I know that I would have been killed because I dared to fall in love. I was shot because I was seen as an obstacle to the love of two people. How pathetic. Too bad that I realised that late. If I didn't feel too weak, I

The chatters of people drummed in my head desperately trying to destroy every left working neuron in my brain. I opened my eyes only to be blinded by the lights of the enormous chandelier above my head. I blinked, confusion evident on my face. What happened? Was this some kind of illusion due to the shock my body experienced? I heard before that oxygen deprivation could cause a person to become disoriented and confused but I never knew that I would start to imagine things.''Luo, darling, are you fine?'' Next second there was a hand on my shoulder. I looked unbelievingly at my mother whose face was painted with worry. ''Why don't you answer me?''''I suppose I am. '' I whispered back. '' I need some fresh air.'' The sound of my heels could be heard on the cold marble floor as I was trying to find a quiet place to put my thoughts in order. My mother asked me to wait but I ignored her. My head was a mess. Everything looked so real. The noises, the scents, the view and th

Bianca D'Arcangelo was Leonardo's cousin. On the surface, she was charming, bright and naïve. Her personality's purity evoked the kindness and a strong desire of people around her to protect such a rare gem.But, her inner self was nothing like that. Unfortunately, I found out too late. Like all these people I thought Bianca is an example of some of the best qualities, a woman can have. I used to like her and tried to form a friendship. She perfectly pretended to be close and loyal, helping me when I was in need. I thought because she had such a close relationship with Leonardo, that she would lend me a hand in making him fall in love with me. Funny thing, he started to hate me due to her ''help''. I had no idea what things she spoke behind my back, however, thanks to her he became disgusted at even watching me.''Little one, your friend doesn't look healthy. Stay with her and if she doesn't get better, find the butler.'' I didn't stop my sneering on time and had

I woke up into a hospital ward. There was an IV in my hand. I looked with empty eyes at the ceiling remembering what happened. Firstly, I was tortured for a day and night. Secondly, a woman looking almost like me told me some fairytale about reliving my life. Of course, I totally distrusted her words and gave my consent because I thought I was in delirium. Before I realised I was back in the past a year before my life was ruined. On the surface, I tried to preserve my image during the banquet but my emotions were a mess.Thankfully, being in the hospital gave me the opportunity to calmly reflect on everything until now. If this really was my second chance, I would use it to the fullest. For instance, I, if I was correct this time in my past life, was crucial. Back then I chose to stay in Scotland with my dad because his collaboration with Leonardo would take months. I thought it was a great chance to become close to the man I was going to fall in love.During that peri

City D*, Fújiàn Province, ChinaSun was warm and bright high in the sky. My skin absorbed its rays. The ocean water glistered like a million diamonds. I watched absent-minded the foam formed near the shore. My body was lethargic. A few more minutes and I would fall into a deep slumber. Anticipating this, I closed my eyes ready for dreamless rest. This was the only way I could sleep.A week ago, when I came to China I realised I was unable to sleep at night. I had constant nightmares screaming and begging while my bones were broken. There was a demon with Xavier's face with hellish eyes and scalpel in hand. I woke up in cold sweat with shaking body. After this happened for three days in a row I was afraid of falling asleep. Intentionally, I stayed awake for two whole days before I felt my eyes were unable to stay open anymore. Exhausted, I slept for fourteen hours. My mom was worried about me. She constantly asked how I felt and even offered a psychologist

Evening came fast. I yawned leisurely watching the city lights from the car's window. They were so blinding it hurt. I closed my eyes but the drowsiness immediately attacked my body. God, I didn't sleep since yesterday afternoon. I knew I could stay awake a while longer but my brain wouldn't be in its best condition.''Xiao Luo, you won't fall asleep in the club, will you?'' Yan Si asked worriedly. I looked at him disdainfully.''Now, you are afraid. You should have let me sleep on the beach instead of pestering me the whole time.''''But the human body is meant to sleep at night and work at day. It's unhealthy to switch your sleeping regime.'' He said righteously.''Did you hear about people called night owls? Do you live under a rock?''''These are exceptions. Plus, these people don't stay up the whole night. They just go to sleep after midnight. Not like you, who wander like a ghost in the mansion until sunrise and during the day sleep like the

Next evening, the whole family sat together to have a meal. I was a bit under the weather due to my lack of sleep and grumpy observed the family members from my maternal side. Grandfather was the head of Yan family and my uncle, followed by Yan Si, his successors. My mother was his only daughter and she didn't get along with her father. If it wasn't for my cousin's engagement I doubt I would ever have the opportunity to see them face to face again.The reason for their animosity was my father. Not only he wasn't the chosen spouse from grandfather, but he was even a foreigner. This displeased the old tyrant so much he found a way to estrange their relationship. With lies, manipulation and threats he forced mother to come back to China from Scotland where she studied as an exchange student. Once in his hands he never let her leave. My father was deceived mom married someone else and never knew he had a daughter until I was ten. Then they got together thanks to my uncle. Years a

The seaside manor was prepared for tonight celebration. There was still an hour before the first guests arrived. I was watching the servants making arrangements on the beach from my room on the second floor. Today the weather was so pleasant. It wasn't warm nor cool. Just my favourite type. I suppressed a yawn hoping I wouldn't fall asleep during the dinner. I didn't sleep from yesterday afternoon. Maybe I needed to drink another cup of coffee. I made my move to the first floor where the kitchen was. I didn't want to interrupt the servants so I would make it myself.The manor wasn't as spacious as other people's manors living in this private residential area, however, it was the most beautiful. The combination of traditional and modern Eastern exterior made it look grand, royal, elegant and sophisticated. The interior was inspired by the West which brought a unique, relaxing charm. Two cultures were combined in a harmonic way.I remember when I was a child how much I l

Even if I was struck by lightning I wouldn't be as shell-shocked as I was. His dark eyes had the intensity of a beast going to swallow its prey whole. His predatory look made me tremble. And his statement that he wouldn't let me escape…I could swear I had never in my two timelines met that person. His fierce countenance combined with his absurd statement scared me in no joking manner.''There must be a misunderstanding. I never had the opportunity to be acquainted with you.'' I tried to be polite and pleasant as possible. Despite that, there was a scornful grimace on his face.''Hell, if I knew what talented actress you are.'' He chuckled suddenly. ''Do you honestly think I will believe your pretence? You may have plastic surgeries and changed the colour of your eyes, however, I can never mistake the person who you really are.'' Well, obviously you could. Without a doubt, he knew a woman closely resembling me and was adamant to treat me like her. In this vast wo

The serenity of the night was in stark contrast with my emotions. My blood boiled in my veins and I couldn't conceal the wrath in my eyes. I must have scared Yan Si because the look on his face was wary.''Tang jie, what happened? Why do you look like you are planning someone's murder?'' He asked in shrill voice throwing me a suspicious look. I narrowed my eyes at him and repeated coldly.''Come and see what I am talking about.'' Slowly with uncertainty, he closed the door and soon his body leaned over my shoulder.'' I don't think it is a good idea to check father's laptop.''''Read first and comment later.'' I cut him off and he looked at me with hurtful expression. I didn't pay attention to him too immersed in my thoughts what to do with this knowledge.''What the bloody hell is this?'' His loud exclamation took me out from my reverie and in result, I jumped in scared in my chair.''Are you trying to get me diabetes, stupid? Mind the volu