Chapter: Chapter 73~Enzo~Meanwhile, before she left, As I pulled her to myself and kissed her fiercely. I felt something move from inside of me."Hazel!"What's that? I kissed her more fiercely, I don't want to miss this little moment of Bliss and joy. Alice Lewiston had let Serena and Judy made a fool of her, I'm not accepting that again.When she left with the security guards, I feel on the bed, relishing the moment, how I had missed this Moment of Bliss. She had actually kissed me?I covered my eyes rolling on the bed with joy.I rolled again then I heard that same voice again, like an old woman in distress "Hazel!"What's going on? I stood up and opened the door to see if anyone is there but the hallway is Empty then who's talking?"Hazel!" I heard again. I looked around looking like a total fool. I don't understand a thing or who was calling me. I don't know anyone by that naw Hazel then what's happening?
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Chapter: Chapter 72Then Attorney Howard added, "He actually arrived with me and is staying at the hotel beside here, he wanted to check the beach resort down the road. He wants a total reconstruction and reorganization including the apprentices since he will take over the share and asset of this business."That last sentence of the Attorney banged her ears.Alice's face reddened once more upon understanding that her apprentices were involved and there's a possibility for them to lose their training timed with her and she made it her obligation to pay the girls that came to learn from her little stipends, since she's getting money and she wanted to encourage them.Most of her apprentices were relying on their jobs at the beach resort for a living which supported their families, some were someone that has loosed hope in life and found some consolidation while working with her and it pained her that those apprentices would have to suffer because of her carelessness.Her eyes n
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Chapter: Chapter 71"Grandma, you look very beautiful, I'll tell Kyle to bring the Clothes to you when I've fixed the buttons" Esther released a wide and sweet smile to their customers as she shows thier clothes.She was sitting at rhe front desk, her sewing machine and other equipments were there.She had bought a shop to her name and brought fashion design instruments with the money she collected from Serena and Judy.Their family has been operating the shop for almost five months now and the business was doing well. She was now well known and popular within the province as the tailor.The basic features of he big shop were, section where clothing materials are sold, she also sold ready made Clothes that are made in companies and she lists them with a manquin. She also had a section where there were several fashion equipments for some girls that came learn the trade.She walked towards the Clothing materials section and saw two ladies that ca
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Chapter: Chapter 70At a bar around Enzo's Villa. Serena Britain and Judy Lewiston sat across each other glaring at each other with expressionless face until the sister served their coffee. Then Judy broke the silence."Can you tell me why you called me here Miss Serena? Or after chasing Alice away, what we need now is staring completion?"Serena room a sip of her coffee and placed the cup gently on the table and glared at her, "Your actions will determine what we came here for; now that Alice is gone, who's going to the Lion's den?""Did you mean Enzo?""Who else? This junction leads to his Villa"Judy sighed. She slipped the espresso coffee again and asked. "We don't need discussion about that, you can go to his house and sympathize with him of course. I can't go there because we're not in good terms"Serena glared at her, "You know that now that we get rid of Alice, I am still trying to think of what to do with you? Because thinking back at
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Chapter: Chapter 69Alice was taken to the house she had rented from online at Fairfield Town. The place was located at Northern part of the country which can be reached just by car.It took Alice ten hours to reach the place after spending some time in an hotel still trying on how to break the news to Kyle.She opened the car window slowly and smelled the sweet fresh air. It was a beautiful province where there was abundant greenery with lots of trees. This place was gifted with natural beauty.When she finally reached her destination and stepped out of the car, she couldn't help her tears from flowing as she saw the beautiful environment she was going live in as well as her brother in good health.Nowhere could be very interesting to stay at expect Enzo's arms but she had to accept her fate.Inside the house, Alice's father brother spoke up at last, "Now that we are here can you at least tell me what's going on?"Alice kept quiet.
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Chapter: Chapter 68A MONTH LATERAlice and Enzo arrived to Emerald Villa after long tiring day at the hospital. It's been long since Enzo performed a surgery before, but by reading some books and with Enzo's help, he was able to pull it off and came back successfully.She had seen Kyle, Enzo Ken had assured her that everything was fine and she could go home with Enzo. That was when her heart returned to the ame turmoil it has always been.During the past month after signing contract with Serena and Judy, she had been acting extra caring for him and even took it upon herself to cook for him. Even tho she was a fashion designer, Alice could cook very well.This day, they came back from seeing Kyle and returned home after a long day. It was finally D-Day, she had promised Serena and Judy that she'll only leave after Kyle is very okay and healthy.She looked at Enzo who was taking off his clothes, preparing to go for Lunch, a test slipped he
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Chapter: Don't loose yourself LisaAs days passed, Lisa continued to deepen her bond with Ethan and Erica. They settled into a routine, with Lisa becoming an integral part of their lives. She often stayed over at Ethan’s place, helping with household chores and taking care of Erica while Ethan spent time at the hospital.But amidst the growing closeness, Lisa’s anxiety over her mission gnawed at her. She hadn’t updated Dilraba in a while, fearing her reaction to how emotionally involved she had become.One evening, after putting Erica to bed, Lisa stepped out onto the porch to make the call she had been dreading. The phone rang twice before Dilraba’s voice came through, cold and expectant.“What’s the update, Lisa?”Lisa took a deep breath. “I’ve made significant progress. Ethan and Erica trust me completely. Ethan even...” She hesitated, feeling a pang of guilt. “We’re getting very close.”Dilraba’s silence was heavy, laden with unspoken judgment. “Define that your very close, I hope you haven't messed anything up.’”
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Chapter: Take Erica outAs dawn broke, Lisa woke to find Ethan still asleep beside her. She quietly slipped out of bed, careful not to wake him. She needed a moment to herself to process everything. She tiptoed down the hallway and checked on Erica, who was still fast asleep, clutching her stuffed animal.Lisa headed to the kitchen, her mind racing. She made a pot of coffee, the aroma filling the quiet house. As she poured herself a cup, her phone buzzed with a message from Dilraba."Any Update? What is the progress?"Lisa sighed, typing out a response. "Spent the night at Ethan's. Getting closer. He opened up more about his feelings and fears. What’s next?"She sipped her coffee, waiting for a reply. When her phone buzzed again, she quickly read the message."Good. Keep the pressure on. Make him dependent on you. Remember, the goal is to have him trust you completely. You must become indispensable to him and Erica, Mara must come back from the hospital to realize that her husband and daughter is no longer h
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Chapter: you need me more than MaraAfter Ethan agreed to take a break, Lisa helped him gather his things. Erica, still groggy from the long day, clung to her father's hand as they walked to the car. Lisa settled into the passenger seat while Ethan buckled Erica into her car seat. The drive home was quiet, the tension palpable. Lisa's mind raced with the steps she needed to take next.Once they arrived at Ethan's house, Lisa helped carry Erica inside. The house was warm and inviting, filled with family photos and the lingering scent of Mara's favorite candles. It felt like a sanctuary, but Lisa reminded herself why she was here.Ethan turned to her, gratitude evident in his eyes. "Thank you, Lisa. Really. I don't think I could have managed today without you."Lisa smiled softly. "You're welcome, Ethan. I'm glad I could help. Why don't you take a hot shower and relax a bit? I'll stay with Erica."Ethan hesitated, then nodded. "Okay. I'll be quick."Lisa watched as he headed down the hallway to the bathroom. She took a d
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Chapter: Deepen the bond with EthanAs Ethan left to be with Mara, Lisa's mind churned with conflicting emotions. She needed to stay focused. With Erica still asleep, she took a moment to text Dilraba for guidance."Progress update: Ethan is getting closer. Mara's stable but still critical. What's next?" she typed, sending the message before she could second-guess herself.Moments later, her phone buzzed with a reply. "Good work. Keep deepening the bond with Ethan. Make him rely on you more. Ensure he doubts his ability to cope without you and let him have lesser concerns for Mara, in that way, you will assume to control his heart.."Lisa sighed, slipping her phone back into her pocket. She knew what she had to do.When Ethan returned, his face was a mask of exhaustion. "She's stable for now," he said, his voice hollow. "I just don't know how much more I can take."Lisa reached out, placing a hand on his arm. "You're doing everything you can, Ethan. You need to take care of yourself too. Brooding and stressing yourself
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Chapter: Where are you hubbyLisa's heart raced as she watched Roger leave the room. The secret message burned in her mind, a constant reminder of her mission. Get close to Ethan. Now.She took a deep breath, her eyes scanning the hospital room. Ethan was still gone, tending to his wife's crisis. But Lisa knew he would return, and when he did, she would be ready.As she waited, a young girl with big brown eyes and curly hair entered the room, her eyes fixed on Lisa. "Mommy said I could come see you," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.Lisa smiled, her heart melting. "Hey there, Erica. I'm so glad you're here."Erica climbed onto the bed, her eyes fixed on Lisa's face. "Mommy's sick, isn't she?"Lisa nodded, her voice gentle. "Yes, sweetie, she is. But your daddy's taking good care of her."Just then, the door opened, and Ethan walked in, his eyes red-rimmed from fatigue. "Hey, kiddo," he said, scooping up Erica in a big hug. "How's my little girl doing?"Erica wrapped her arms around his neck, her eyes s
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Chapter: Mara's condition got worstEthan's expression turned guarded, his eyes narrowing slightly. "I don't need anything in return, Lisa. Just focus on getting better."Lisa's smile never wavered. "I'll get better, Ethan. And when I do, I'll make sure to repay your kindness."The silence that followed was palpable, the only sound being the steady beep of the heart monitor. Ethan's gaze lingered on Lisa's face, searching for something - a glimmer of truth, a hint of sincerity. And in that moment, Lisa knew she had him right where she wanted him."I'll hold you to that," Ethan said finally, his voice low and husky.Lisa's heart skipped a beat. "I'm counting on it," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper.The tension between them was grow thick, the air thick with unspoken promises and unmet desires. And as the nurse bustled in to check on Lisa's vitals, the spell was broken - but the seeds of determination had already been sown.As the nurse left the room, Lisa's thoughts turned to the real reason she was here. D
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