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A Night to forever The Last step before the Fall
Chapter 43:The Last Step Before the Fall“Reid, get behind me!” I snapped, yanking him toward the wall as Alex stepped forward, gun in hand. The room felt too small, the walls closing in as heavy footsteps echoed outside. Alex’s eyes darted between me and the door, calculating every possible move, while Precious clutched the arm of the couch, frozen in place. “Stay quiet,” Alex whispered, his voice calm but laced with urgency. I could barely breathe. My pulse hammered in my ears, and every second felt like an eternity. Reid clung to my leg, his tiny fingers digging into my jeans. I swallowed hard, forcing myself to look calm—for him. The knock came. Three sharp raps that sent my heart plunging into my stomach. Alex didn’t move. His grip on the gun tightened, his finger hovering near the trigger. I could see the sweat dripping down his temple, though his expression remained unreadable. “Open up,” a voice called from the other side. It was deep, firm, and entirely unfamilia
Last Updated : 2025-01-25A Night to forever The Thin Line Between Fear and Resolve
Chapter 44:The Thin Line Between Fear and ResolveThe silence of the house wasn’t comforting anymore. It was suffocating. Every creak of the floorboards, every hum of the fridge sounded like a warning, a reminder that peace was a luxury we couldn’t afford. Reid’s laughter from earlier that day still echoed in my ears, but now it felt distant, almost like a cruel memory of something I might lose. I stared at him as he slept, his tiny hand clutching the edge of his blanket. He looked so peaceful, so unaware of the storm that was circling us. I couldn’t sleep. My body refused to rest. Instead, I sat in the dim light of the living room, my legs folded under me on the couch, eyes fixed on the door. I couldn’t shake the feeling that something was coming. Alex was somewhere in the shadows, pacing like a restless predator. His movements were silent, but I could feel him. I hated that his presence both unsettled me and brought me a sliver of comfort. “You should get some rest,” he said
Last Updated : 2025-01-25A Night to forever The Brain behind
Chapter 45: The Brain behind "Adeline, we need to talk."His voice was calm, but I could hear the edge in it. Alex had always been good at masking his emotions, but I could feel the storm brewing beneath his composed exterior. I turned away, keeping my hands busy with the dishes in the sink. “There’s nothing to talk about.” “Stop running,” he said, stepping closer. “We both know this isn’t sustainable.” My hands stilled, but I didn’t turn to face him. Instead, I focused on the soapy water swirling down the drain. “You’ve said what you wanted to say, Alex. And I’ve made my decision.” “And it’s the wrong one,” he snapped, the calm in his voice slipping. “You’re throwing everything away because you’re too afraid to face the truth.” I spun around, my eyes narrowing as I met his gaze. “The truth? You mean the truth that you lied to me? That you abandoned me when I needed you the most? That you’ve only come back now because it suits you?” His jaw tightened, and for a moment, I
Last Updated : 2025-01-29A Night to forever All at The behind
Chapter 46: All at the behind I didn’t think it could get worse. But life had a way of proving me wrong every time. The moment I stepped back into the apartment, the silence felt louder than anything Alex had said. Reid was sitting on the couch, his tiny legs dangling as he absently swung them back and forth. Nanny Precious sat beside him, her hands folded in her lap, her eyes filled with questions she didn’t dare ask. “Mum?” Reid looked up at me, his wide, innocent eyes full of worry. I managed a smile, though it felt like it cracked something inside me. “Hey, baby. Everything’s fine.” It wasn’t fine. It hadn’t been fine for years, but I wasn’t going to tell him that. Not now. Not ever. Reid hopped off the couch and ran to me, wrapping his arms around my legs. I scooped him up, holding him close. His warmth reminded me of everything I still had, even if the world seemed determined to take it away. “Are you okay, Mum?” he asked, his small hand resting against my cheek.
Last Updated : 2025-02-03A Night to forever The Reckoning
Chapter 47: The ReckoningI slammed the phone down, my heart pounding against my chest as if it were trying to escape. The words replayed in my head, over and over, like a broken record: *“We’re coming for everything.”* It didn’t make sense, but at the same time, it made perfect sense. Sarah wasn’t bluffing. She never bluffed. “Mum, is everything okay?” Reid’s voice snapped me out of my spiraling thoughts. I turned to see him standing at the doorway, his face scrunched with worry. His little hands clutched the edge of the door, as if he was ready to bolt if I gave him any more bad news. “Everything’s fine, sweetheart,” I lied, forcing a smile I didn’t feel. “Go back to your room, okay? I’ll come tuck you in soon.” Reid hesitated, his eyes scanning my face like he could sense the storm brewing beneath the surface. But he didn’t argue. He simply nodded and padded back to his room, leaving me alone with my thoughts—and the looming threat. I paced the living room, my bare feet s
Last Updated : 2025-02-08A Night to forever The Final Betrayal
Chapter 48: The Final BetrayalI opened my eyes to the sound of Reid’s voice echoing down the hallway. His laughter, innocent and pure, felt like a small reminder of everything I was fighting for. But as I stepped out of my room, the sight before me stopped me cold. Lily. She stood in my living room, wearing the smug smile I had grown to hate. Her presence alone was enough to send my heart racing, but it was the man beside her that made my stomach churn. Lucien. “What’s going on here?” I demanded, my voice cutting through the room like a whip. Reid turned to look at me, his bright smile faltering as he noticed the tension in my expression. “Mum, Aunt Lily came to visit! And she brought a friend.” Aunt Lily. The words stung more than I cared to admit. “Reid, why don’t you go to your room for a bit?” I said, forcing a calmness I didn’t feel. “But—” “Now,” I snapped, harsher than intended. Reid flinched but didn’t argue, quickly retreating to his room. As soon as t
Last Updated : 2025-02-08A Night to forever When Secrets Collide
Chapter 49: When Secrets CollideI stood frozen, my back pressed against the cold surface of the door, as Reid’s laughter echoed faintly from the other room. I should’ve gone to him by now, should’ve wiped the tears still clinging to his cheeks from the argument earlier. But I couldn’t move. My hands trembled, clutching the edges of the letter I’d found just hours ago—words that had unraveled everything I thought I knew. The knock came like thunder, shattering the fragile silence. My body tensed, the letter slipping from my hands to the floor. Whoever it was, they weren’t supposed to be here. Not tonight. “Adeline!” The voice boomed again, deep and sharp. Lucien. Panic surged through me as I bent to grab the letter, crumpling it in my palm before shoving it into my pocket. I couldn’t let him see it. Not yet. Not when I didn’t even know what to do with it myself. “Adeline, open the door!” I hesitated for a second longer before unlocking it, barely cracking it open to meet
Last Updated : 2025-02-10A Night to forever The Sound of my Mother's voice
Chapter 50: The Sound of my Mother's voice The moment I opened the front door, I froze. My heart skipped a beat as I locked eyes with the figure standing at the threshold. It wasn’t Alex this time. It was someone I hadn’t seen in years, someone I thought I’d left behind when I chose to disappear. “Lila.” The sound of my mother’s voice sent shivers down my spine. She looked exactly how I remembered—stern, cold, and unyielding, with a presence that could make anyone feel small. “What are you doing here?” I asked, keeping my voice steady even though my knees felt weak. “We need to talk,” she said simply, stepping inside without waiting for an invitation. Reid, who had been playing in the living room, looked up curiously. “Who’s that, Mum?” I quickly stepped between him and her, shielding him instinctively. “Reid, go to your room. I’ll come get you in a bit.” “But Mum—” “Now,” I said firmly, not taking my eyes off her. Reid hesitated, but he obeyed, his small footste
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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
