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Chapter 11: Lines Crossed I slammed the car door shut, my hands trembling as I clutched the steering wheel. Reid sat quietly beside me, his small fingers playing with the hem of his shirt. Precious, unusually silent, shifted uncomfortably in the backseat. None of us had spoken since we left the company house. The weight of the eviction hung over us like a heavy storm cloud, suffocating and relentless. "Where are we going, Mum?" Reid finally broke the silence, his voice timid. "Somewhere safe," I replied curtly, my mind racing. Somewhere safe? Where was safe? The hotel I'd booked earlier came to mind, but even that felt temporary, like a Band-Aid over a deep wound. Reid didn't ask any more questions, but I could feel his gaze on me. It was the kind of look that asked questions words couldn’t express. How do you explain to a five-year-old that his world was crumbling because of choices he didn’t make? We reached the hotel a few minutes later, and I parked the car, letting out
Last Updated : 2025-01-11A Night to forever The Walls closing in
Chapter 12: **The Walls Closing InThe night air felt heavy, like a storm waiting to break. I sat on the edge of the old couch, staring at the front door, my thoughts a tangled mess. Reid’s soft breathing from the bedroom was the only sound in the house, but even that couldn’t calm my racing heart.Alex was sitting by the window, his silhouette barely visible in the dim light. He was quiet, too quiet, and the tension between us hung in the air like a suffocating cloud.“Are you sure we’re safe here?” I asked finally, breaking the silence.His head turned slightly, but he didn’t look at me. “Safe is relative, Adeline. For now, yes. But they’ll keep looking.”I clenched my fists, the frustration bubbling to the surface. “You keep saying ‘they,’ but you won’t tell me who ‘they’ are. How am I supposed to protect Reid if I don’t even know what we’re up against?”Alex sighed and leaned back, his eyes catching the faint moonlight. “It’s not that simple. If you knew, it would only put you in
Last Updated : 2025-01-11A Night to forever Breaking point
Chapter 13: Breaking PointThe house was silent, save for the distant hum of the idling car. My chest tightened as I watched Alex’s face harden, his jaw clenched in a way that screamed trouble. “Stay here,” he whispered, gripping the gun tightly. “Are you insane?” I hissed, grabbing his arm before he could move. “You can’t just walk out there.” His gaze softened for a moment, but his resolve didn’t waver. “I won’t let them get to Reid.” My throat tightened at his words. “And what if they get to *you*?” He didn’t answer. Instead, he moved toward the door, his steps quiet and calculated. I stood frozen, my heart pounding so loudly I was sure it would wake Reid. Precious appeared in the doorway, her face pale. “What’s going on?” she whispered, her eyes darting between Alex and me. “Stay with Reid,” I said quickly, my voice trembling. “Don’t let him wake up.” She nodded, but fear lingered in her eyes as she disappeared back into the bedroom. Alex motioned for me to stay
Last Updated : 2025-01-13A Night to forever A Deal with me
Chapter 14: A deal with meThe silence in the safehouse felt suffocating. Reid was asleep in the next room, his soft breathing the only sound that grounded me. Precious sat by his bed, her posture tense as though bracing for a storm. And then there was Alex—pacing, silent, his jaw set in a way that made me uneasy. “We can’t stay here any longer,” I said finally, breaking the silence. My voice was firm, though every part of me felt like it could shatter at any moment. Alex paused mid-step, turning to look at me. “And go where? They already know we’re here.” “Exactly,” I snapped. “Which means this place is a trap now. We need to leave before they close in.” He ran a hand through his hair, frustration evident. “It’s not that simple, Adeline. They’re watching every road out of here. If we move without a plan, we’ll lead them straight to Reid.” Hearing my son’s name sent a fresh wave of anxiety coursing through me. I clenched my fists, trying to keep my voice steady. “Then come
Last Updated : 2025-01-13A Night to forever The Fragile thread
Chapter 15: The Fragile Thread“Get down!” Alex’s voice was sharp, almost a growl, as he yanked me away from the window. My knees hit the floor hard, but I didn’t have time to register the pain. The engine sound outside grew louder, closer, until it stopped. My breath hitched. “They’re here,” Alex muttered, his back pressed to the wall. Reid stirred on the couch, rubbing his eyes. “Mum? What’s going on?” I crawled to him, forcing a smile I didn’t feel. “It’s okay, sweetie. Go back to sleep.” “But—” “Now, Reid,” I whispered, brushing his hair back. He looked at me, confused, but lay down again. I signaled to Precious, who nodded and pulled Reid close, her arms protectively wrapped around him. Alex crouched low, his gun clutched in his hand. “Adeline,” he said without looking at me. “If anything happens, you take Reid and run.” “I’m not leaving you,” I hissed back, my voice trembling. “You don’t have a choice.” The weight of his words crushed me, but before I could
Last Updated : 2025-01-13A Night to forever A Whisper in the Dark
16: A Whisper in the DarkThe air was cold, heavy with silence, and I could barely hear anything beyond the pounding of my heart. Reid clung to my side, his little hand squeezing mine so tightly it almost hurt. Precious was behind us, holding the flashlight steady, though her hands trembled. Alex had been gone for too long. “How much longer, Mum?” Reid’s voice was barely above a whisper, his tone laced with fear. I crouched down to meet his eyes. “Not much longer, baby. Stay close to me, okay?” He nodded, his lips quivering, but he didn’t say another word. Precious took a step forward, her flashlight beam sweeping the narrow hallway. “We can’t stay here,” she said, her voice breaking the silence. “If they’re out there, waiting for us, we need to move before Alex comes back.” I shook my head, standing up. “No. Alex said to wait here until he checked the perimeter.” “Adeline,” she hissed, her voice sharp now. “It’s been over an hour. If something’s happened to him—” “Do
Last Updated : 2025-01-14A Night to forever Can you listen to me, please
Chapter 17: Can you Listen to me, please The moment I stepped into the dimly lit room, I felt the air shift—thick, suffocating, and heavy with tension. Alex was pacing near the window, his silhouette a restless shadow against the moonlight. Precious sat on the edge of the couch, her fingers fidgeting with the hem of her blouse. Reid was asleep in the next room, blissfully unaware of the storm brewing around him.“Adeline, you need to listen to me,” Alex started, his voice low but urgent. His pacing stopped abruptly, and his piercing gaze locked onto mine. “They’ve escalated. We don’t have time.”I crossed my arms, my throat tight with the weight of everything we’d been through. “You keep saying that, Alex, but all you’ve done is bring more chaos into my life. Now, you’re telling me it’s worse? What do you want me to do?”Alex took a deep breath, his jaw clenching. “I need you to trust me.”Trust. The word tasted bitter in my mouth. How could I trust him when every step we took togeth
Last Updated : 2025-01-14A Night to forever The Edge of Night
Chapter 18: The Edge of NightI didn’t realize I was holding my breath until the door clicked shut behind Alex. The sound reverberated through the small cabin like a final note of warning. My palms were slick with sweat as I clutched the edge of the bed, staring at the spot where he had stood only moments before. The air inside felt too thick to breathe. Precious sat in the corner with Reid, her arms wrapped protectively around him. He was awake now, his wide eyes darting between me and the door. “Mum, where did Dad go?” he asked, his voice trembling. I forced a smile, though my stomach churned. “He’s just checking outside, sweetheart. Don’t worry.” But I was worried. Alex had been too tense, too quiet when he slipped out. And those footsteps… They weren’t an animal’s. Someone was out there. The silence stretched, punctuated only by the distant chirp of crickets. Each passing second felt like an eternity, and every instinct screamed for me to get up, grab Reid, and run. Bu
Last Updated : 2025-01-14
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A Night to forever Unfinished business
Chapter 75: Unfinished BusinessLucien’s grip on the lawsuit papers tightened, his jaw clenched so hard I thought he might snap the paper in half. The name on the document burned into my mind—Blake. A ghost from my past, a man I had buried with my pain, was now clawing his way back into my life.I took a step closer, my heartbeat like a drum in my ears. “What exactly is he suing for?”Lucien exhaled sharply, handing me the document. “He’s claiming rights to your father’s estate. He says he had a legal agreement with him before his death.”I scoffed. “That’s impossible. My father would never do business with a man like him.”Lily smirked from her seat, swirling the wine in her glass as if enjoying the chaos. “Well, sweetheart, the law doesn’t care what your father would or wouldn’t do. It only cares about the paperwork. And if Blake has something solid, you might lose everything.”I shot her a glare before focusing back on the papers. My hands trembled slightly as I skimmed through the
A Night to forever The Return of a Ghost
Chapter 74: The Return of a Ghost** I barely had time to process the shock before Lucien’s phone rang. His jaw clenched as he glanced at the screen, then at me. “It’s him,” he said. Blake. The name alone sent a cold wave through me, but I squared my shoulders. I wouldn’t show fear. Not now. Not ever. “Answer it,” I said. Lucien hesitated for a second before putting the call on speaker. “Blake.” A slow chuckle came from the other end. “Lucien. It’s been a while.” My stomach twisted at the sound of his voice. Smooth, confident—just as I remembered. “What do you want?” Lucien’s tone was sharp. Blake sighed dramatically. “Straight to business. No ‘how have you been?’ No pleasantries?” “You filed a lawsuit against the company,” I cut in. “We don’t have time for games.” Blake went silent for a beat. Then, his voice turned cold. “Oh, but I do. And I’m just getting started.” I exchanged a glance with Lucien. Whatever Blake was up to, it wasn’t just about money. This
A Night to forever A Mid Night Meeting
Chapter 72: A Mid Night Meeting I stared at the letter in my trembling hands, my heartbeat thundering in my ears. The words on the page felt like a slap to my face—a cruel reminder that secrets never stayed buried forever. Lucien reached for the letter, his fingers brushing against mine. "Lila, who sent this?" His voice was steady, but his eyes burned with urgency. I swallowed hard, my throat dry. "There’s no name, no return address. Just…this." I handed it over, my hands still shaking. Lucien's sharp gaze scanned the words, and I saw the moment he tensed, his jaw tightening. "They know about Reid." His voice was laced with fury. "They know everything." A chill ran through me. My fingers curled into fists at my sides as I forced myself to breathe. "What do they want?" Lucien lifted the paper slightly. "A meeting. Tonight. Midnight. They’re giving us an address." I exhaled shakily. "This could be a trap." "It could be," he admitted, his eyes flickering with dark intensity. "Bu
A Night to forever Running out of time
Chapter 72: Running Out of Time** Lucien’s grip tightened around the phone as Wallace’s voice echoed through the empty estate. **“You’re running out of time, Hunter.”** The message ended with a sharp beep. I didn't know what exactly to think, I just kept mute, I don't know what exactly to upon, but deep down I know I needed to act as fast as I could Silence filled the air, thick with tension. Caleb exhaled sharply. “Well, that’s not ominous at all.” Lucien didn’t speak. His jaw was clenched so tight I thought it might snap. I stepped closer, my pulse pounding. “Lucien, what does he mean?” His gaze flicked to me, then back to the phone. “Wallace doesn’t leave messages unless he wants us to hear them. He’s taunting me.” I crossed my arms. “Or warning you.” Lucien’s expression darkened. “No. Wallace doesn’t warn people. If he says we’re running out of time, it means he has something planned.” A chill ran down my spine. Caleb shifted, cracking his knuckles. “So, wh
A Night to forever The Trap
Chapter 71: The TrapThe morning sun barely peeked through the blinds when I woke up to an empty bed. I reached out, but Lucien was gone. Panic shot through me until I heard voices from downstairs. Throwing on a robe, I hurried down, stopping at the living room entrance. Lucien stood near the window, speaking into his phone. Caleb and Luca sat on the couch, deep in discussion. “No,” Lucien said firmly. “We move first.” He turned, spotting me. His eyes softened for a second before his expression hardened again. “Yeah, I’ll handle it,” he muttered before hanging up. I crossed my arms. “What’s going on?” Lucien sighed, rubbing his jaw. “Wallace is making his move.” My stomach clenched. “How soon?” Luca leaned forward. “Tonight.” Caleb nodded. “His men are moving shipments. If we hit them first, we cripple his operation.” Lucien’s gaze locked onto mine. “I need you to stay here.” I frowned. “Lucien—” “No arguments, Lila,” he said firmly. “It’s too dangerous.”
A Night to forever The Next Move
Chapter 70: The Next MoveLucien didn’t let go of me. Even as the police sirens grew louder, as Caleb barked orders into his phone, and as Morgan lay groaning on the ground, Lucien’s arms stayed wrapped around me like a shield. “I need you to get in the car,” he murmured. I pulled back just enough to look at him. “I’m not leaving you.” “Lila.” His voice was firm, but there was something else in his eyes—something raw. “Please.” I hesitated. The last time I’d let him handle things alone, it had almost gone terribly wrong. But this time, the police were coming. This time, Morgan wasn’t walking away. I gave him a sharp nod and turned toward the car. But just as I took a step, a gunshot rang out. Lucien tackled me before I could even register what was happening. We hit the ground hard. My breath whooshed out, and my ears rang. Caleb shouted. Someone screamed. Lucien cursed. “Stay down.” I barely had time to process the words before he was on his feet, gun raised.
A Night to forever This wasn't over
Chapter 69: This wasn't overLucien was silent on the drive home. His hands gripped the wheel tightly, his jaw clenched. The air between us felt heavy, charged with unspoken words. I kept stealing glances at him, hoping he’d say something—**anything**—but he didn’t. When we pulled into the driveway, he shut off the engine and exhaled slowly. “I should’ve told you what I was doing,” he finally said. I nodded. “Yeah, you should have.” His eyes met mine. “But you shouldn’t have followed me, Lila.” I crossed my arms. “What was I supposed to do? Sit at home while you put yourself in danger?” Lucien sighed, rubbing a hand over his face. “This isn’t just about me.” “I know,” I said. “That’s why we need to work together.” He hesitated. “I don’t know how to do that.” I reached for his hand. “Then let’s figure it out.” For a moment, he just stared at me, his expression unreadable. Then, finally, he nodded. **It wasn’t a promise. But it was a step forward.** ---Insid
A Night to forever the Pushing away
Chapter 67: The Pushing away Lucien didn't let go. Even as the city pulsed beyond the glass windows of his office, he held me tightly, as if afraid I'd vanish. His body was tense, his grip firm—but beneath it, I felt something deeper. **Fear. Guilt. Uncertainty.** “I can’t lose you, Lila,” he murmured, his breath warm against my skin. I pulled back slightly, enough to look into his eyes. “Then stop pushing me away.” A muscle in his jaw twitched. “I don’t want you caught in my darkness.” I cupped his face, my thumbs brushing against the stubble on his cheeks. “Lucien, I don’t care about the darkness. I care about you.” His throat bobbed as he swallowed. “I don’t know how to stop feeling like this.” “Then let me help you,” I whispered. For a moment, he just stared at me, like he was searching for something—some proof that I wasn’t making empty promises. Then, finally, he nodded. “Okay.” It wasn’t much. But it was **a start.** ---That night, Lucien didn’t go b
A Night to forever The cost of victory
Chapter 67: The Cost of VictoryLucien didn’t speak as we walked out of the warehouse. His steps were heavy, his jaw clenched so tightly I could see the muscles twitching. Caleb stayed close, his eyes scanning our surroundings as if expecting another attack. Police officers moved around us, securing the area, but none of it made me feel safe. **Not yet.** Luca stood by one of the police vehicles, his arms crossed. When he saw me, his expression softened, but only slightly. “You okay?” I nodded. “Thanks to you guys.” His gaze shifted to Lucien. “You look like hell.” what, what do you mean?, I asked myself, I didn't want to show off any form of anger, so I had take slow and calm, me don't want anything or form, that anything is escalating so let's keep on a lowLucien barely reacted. His knuckles were still raw, blood drying on his skin. His face was bruised, but that wasn’t what worried me. **It was the emptiness in his eyes.** Luca sighed, shaking his head. “Wallace is
