Chapter 10: Calm or Storm

Chloe's heart sank as she saw Liam's cut cheek. "What happened?" she asked, feeling a lump form in her throat.

"I took care of the man I mentioned earlier," Liam said, his voice cold and hard. "But he put up a fight."

Chloe felt a wave of fear wash over her. She knew that Liam's past was dangerous, but she had never seen it in action before.

"Are you okay?" she asked, reaching out to touch his cheek gently.

Liam nodded. "I'm fine," he said, but Chloe could see the pain in his eyes.

They sat down on the couch, and Liam told her about the man he had encountered at the club. He was a member of a rival gang, and he had been causing trouble for Liam for a while now.

"But it's taken care of now," Liam said, his voice firm. "He won't be bothering us anymore."

Chloe couldn't help feeling uneasy, but she trusted Liam. She knew that he would do whatever it took to protect her. But it didn't make the fear go away.

The next couple of weeks passed by in a blur for Chloe. Liam was distant, often disappearing for hours at a time. She knew that he was dealing with his past, but it didn't make it any easier.

She spent a lot of time at the club, trying to distract herself. But it was hard, knowing that Liam was in danger.

One night, when she was leaving the club, she heard footsteps behind her. She turned around to see the man in the black leather jacket standing there, a smirk on his face.

"You're Liam's girl, right?" he said, his voice low and dangerous.

Chloe's heart raced as she realized that she was in danger. She tried to run, but he grabbed her, pulling her into a nearby alley.

"You're going to tell me where he is," the man said, his grip on her tightening.

Chloe felt tears sting her eyes as she struggled to get away. She knew that Liam would do whatever it took to protect her, but she didn't want to put him in danger.

"I don't know where he is," she said, her voice trembling. "Please let me go."

The man just laughed, and Chloe knew that she was in trouble.

Just as Chloe thought that she was done for, Liam appeared, his face twisted with rage. He took one look at the man holding her captive, and he lunged forward, throwing punches.

Chloe watched in awe as Liam fought, his movements precise and deadly. The man didn't stand a chance, and he was soon lying on the ground, unconscious.

Liam turned to Chloe, his eyes dark with anger. "We need to get out of here," he said, his voice rough.

Chloe nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over her. She had never felt more grateful to have Liam in her life.

They made their way back to her apartment in silence, both lost in their own thoughts. When they got back, Liam sat her down on the couch, his hands gentle as he checked her for any injuries.

"You're okay," he said, his voice soft. "You're safe now."

Chloe felt tears start to fall as she looked up at him. "Thank you," she said, her voice choked with emotion.

Liam just nodded, wrapping his arms around her protectively. Chloe felt safe in his embrace, and she knew that as long as he was by her side, she could face anything.

The next few weeks were tense for Chloe and Liam. They knew that they were in danger, but they didn't want to let it control their lives.

They spent a lot of time together, taking walks in the park and cuddling on the couch. Liam was still dealing with his past, but he was trying to keep Chloe out of it as much as possible.

One night, when they were lying in bed, Chloe decided to take a chance.

"Tell me about your past," i know you definitely didn't tell me everything:she said, her voice soft.

Liam hesitated for a moment before he started to talk. He told her about his time in the gang, about the things he had done and the people he had hurt.

Chloe listened, her heart breaking for him. She had known that his past was dangerous, but she hadn't realized just how much he had been through and what he hid from her just because he didn't want to hurt her feelings or make her scared.

When he finished, she held him tightly, feeling a sense of empathy that she had never felt before.

"You don't have to bear your burdens alone," she said, her voice firm. "I'm here for you, Liam. Whatever happens, we'll face it together." Promise me Liam;

Liam held her tightly, feeling his heart swell with love for this beautiful, courageous woman in his arms. He knew that he didn't deserve her, but he was grateful for her every day.

Together, they fell asleep, surrounded by love and the promise of a better future.

And the hope the future will treat them nice and also filled with their love for each other', Liam wants to wake up everytime to see Chloe lying in his arms and watching her and swear to never let go of her.

I love you so much chloe and i promise never to let go of you or hurt you; he said with a serious tone .

Chloe gave a sound of acknowledgement while sleeping and smiled: Good night Liam;.