At an Island in Italy, stood a beautiful and magnificent resort. The nice cool hair and the view, gave a wonderful atmosphere. Standing at the rooftop, with a glass of while in his left hand and a stick of cigarettes in his right hand, was a man.Dark long hair, piercing brown eyes which was enigmatic and emitted a dark aura.He puffed a large smoke from his cigarette, enjoying the fact that it circulated through his veins. Just then, one of his trusted guards named Lucas, walked up to him. "Sir?..." "What is it Lucas?" He spoke in his hoarse voice, sipping from his glass of wine." It's time for the call..." Lucas reminded.His brows curved into a light frown as he tore his gaze away from the landscape and glanced at Lucas briefly."Make the call..." Lucas immediately pulled out a cellphone and placed a call to an unknown number as instructed.It rang to a stop and he tried again the second time and it was responded to almost immediately, her faint voice audible from the other e
"Good day Mr Huo Mingche... It's nice to meet you!" Oscar extended his hands to the Chinese Man who gladly accepted it. " Nice to meet you too Mr Oscar Williams!"They took their seats.. " So, Mr Huo, did you have a smooth flight coming down to the states? "" Yes! I must say that I love it and I quite love the view around here, it's nice and quite entertaining! "" Do not worry Mr Huo... I would specifically give you a tour once the partnership is over. I'm sure you have a lot to feed your eyes with"" I'm supper excited in that... "They both shared a laughter. "Let's get down to business Mr Huo.. " He turned to Mayra who passed a file to Mr Huo and one for him. He cleared his throat, reaching out to the file, ready for business. "Before we proceed Mr Williams.. Why don't we talk about your murder case first? Heard you lost a lot of investment deals...?"Oscar's countenance changed in an instant. His grip tightening on the file before him. The look in his eyes turned red.He h
Althea stood up, wiping the balls of sweats off her forehead as she sighed again for the uptenth time. "Gosh, I feel so thirsty..." She said, breathing heavily as though she just ran a marathon race. "Too bad we can't go on breaks, as the wardens have ordered. I really do not understand why we prisoners have to be treated as slaves? No pity at all.." That was from Nova. " It's quite unfair... I'm gradually loosing strength" Lynx chipped in, standing up and also wiping the balls of sweats off her forehead. She could see that almost all the inmates were tired but no one could do anything. As if to add to it, the sun was pretty hot today."Hey, you two.. Get back to work!!" A warden yelled at then. Althea grumbled, bending over. She didn't start weeding immediately but simply stared at her hands which were filled with dirt. Tears filled her eyes immediately... Her once beautiful nails now looks so shabby and untrimmed and.... dirty! There's no way she'd ever get used to this life
After dinner, the inmates all returned back to their various Ward. Althea waved at Nova as she retired back to hers while she and Lynx entered theirs.As soon as they stepped in, Lynx pulled Althea to her space and sat Althea down. She stood in front of Althea with hands on her waist.Althea raised a brow. "What is going on?" "Tell me something Althea.. How did you suddenly get so close to Nova? Why did you have to suggest that she be part of us?" "What? I thought you were okay with it? Asked Althea." Well? I just find it weird!!"Althea sighed, pulled Lynx to sit." She saved me from those inmates. I just think that she's nice. That's all..." "Then you could have just said a simple thank you, you didn't have to ask her to be friends with us..." Lynx said with an eye roll.Althea narrowed her eyes at Lynx, wondering why she's all worked up about Nova."Is this jealousy I see?" "What? Heck no! I'm just trying to be mindful of people you talk with!" Lynx said."Then should I be
Days turned into weeks and weeks into months and it's a year and eight months since Althea got into prison. How time flies!!! Althea woke up again after having another heartbreaking nightmare about Oscar and Katie Roland.Actually, Lynx woke her up again because she kept mumbling inaudible words and sweating in her sleep.Althea sat upright and buried her face in her palm, inhaling and exhaling deeply. It was a dream that portrayed betrayal from Oscar.Why is she constantly having dreams about him? And worst, it's always reminding her about the worst mistakes she made. "Althea..." Lynx called softly. Althea looked up, Lynx's calm gaze settled down on her."I'm sorry Lynx, I had a nightmare..." "You had a dream about Oscar again..."Nodding her head , Althea sighed deeply. "You still have a deep grudge against him don't you?" "I do, and I'll continue to..." Althea said, her voice firm and rigid, portraying the hate she had for Oscar and anything that has to do with him. "Why don
Lynx kept tapping on her thighs with her forefinger while her left leg kept hitting the ground. Meanwhile, Nova stood, her back leaned against the wall and hands folded over her chest. They were both worried sick about Althea. Althea's collapse had caught them off guard and they couldn't help but wonder what the reason could be. Their eyes were fixed at the doctor who kept doing his thing on Althea... Their time was ticking and fast approaching and they both know that any moment from now, the wardens will come take them away.They had pleaded to the warden to spend sometime with Althea and they were given just fifteen minutes."Doctor? What's going on? What's wrong with Althea!?" Lynx couldn't help but ask. The doctor did not respond immediately but rounded up with what he was doing and turned. He adjusted his glasses and asked. "Were there any signs of her being sick?" " Not at all doctor. She looked perfectly fine earlier today. We were all shocked she collapsed suddenly " No
Oscar Williams could not wait for just driver to park the car properly, he got off the car as soon as they rode into the hospital premises. He felt really anxious. Why so suddenly? When he least expected it, Katie got out of coma.It should be good news but why isn't he happy? Shouldn't he be happy that she's finally out of coma after a long time? why does he have mixed feeling? Sadness, happiness and pain... It all occupies his inner selfRegardless of his health, he ran into the hospital as fast as he could, with Mayra right behind him. As they approached the Ward Katie Roland was in, the door pulled open and the doctor stepped out. "Doctor? What happened? How is she doing?" He inquired. If an outsider sees this, then they will think that the patient in that ward is his wife, with the way he's being so concerned. "Let's talk in my office Mr Williams!!" The doctor suggested and walked ahead. Oscar followed, beckoning on Mayra to follow too. They got to the doctor's office and
Lynx swallowed hard, thinking of what next to do or say. If Nova has really seen her cellphone, then she's doomed."Nova, what are you doing here?" She asked, standing up straight but was nervous and tensed.Nova moved closer. Her eyes pinned to Lynx's bunk bed."What is it your hiding? " "Hiding? Nothing Nova, I'm not hiding anything..!" She tried to defend herself."No, I'm definitely sure I saw you putting something underneath your bed. Else, what would you be searching for underneath your bed?.." Nova was persistent and moving closer to the bed, making an attempt to lift it up.Lynx got pretty annoyed and pulled Nova away. Her forehead creasing into a deep frown."I said it was nothing, why are you being so tenacious? Can't I raise my bed whenever I want it and get it adjusted?.." Lynx snapped angrily.Nova raised her hands up in surrender, moving backwards."Sorry, you don't have to get all worked up. I just asked a simple question, yet you got so upset for someone who's clean a
Feeling the sensation of someone caressing her cheeks, Althea jerked up with full force, snapping her eyes open and join seeing Phoenix, her eyes widened and she moved back in fear.Phoenix on the other hand was startled by her reaction. This was new as she would always feel relaxed around him and even snuggle closer to his touch.Althea swallowed, knowing fully well that her sudden reaction might raise suspicions from Phoenix. She moved closer but not too close and thought it was better to say something."Phoenix.... You're home? I wasn't expecting you back so soon!" " Yes, I decided to come back early and surprise you, but I guess I ended up getting surprised instead"Althea chuckled nervously but trying so hard not to make her emotions known." I'm sorry, I got scared for no reason. I thought it was a thief or something but now that I know it's you, I feel relieved.." She said.Phoenix stared at her briefly, he could help but think that she's acting kinda weird. Or maybe he's just
Phoenix just rounded up his business meeting with some top government officials in California who are willing to partner with him in order to have some of his drugs and firearms shipped into the country. And as soon as he got into his hotel room, he has a quick bath and stepped out, then changed into something casual and began to operate on his laptop. A knock came through his door and he ushered whoever that is in. It was Nova Snow. She walked in, looking like she got something to report. "Sir, something huge just happened!!" Phoenix looked at him, his left brows raised up as curiosity filled him. "And?..." "Oscar Williams is hosting a press conference right now and he's announcing the death of Katie Roland.." Phoenix was taken aback as well as surprised by the sudden info. "What?" "It's true boss... You can have a look..." She gave him his phone. He took it and began to watch Oscar's live conference, listening attentively. Right there stood Oscar looking pitiable and talk
As Althea walked behind him, she felt pretty nervous. She kept rubbing her palms together and thinking of what to say to him.He stopped walking when he got to the poolside, then turned to face her and tucked his hands into his pant pocket."Yes, you wanted to speak with me privately!" He spoke up first."Yes, Uhm..." Althea swallowed, her head blank of what she's going to say.Why won't she be nervous when she has actually thought of him as the first person ever. No doubt, she's really ashamed of herself.She looked at him but quickly averted her gaze "Well, I just want to apologize for everything. I know I shouldn't have hated you but you really can't blame me.... You left me in there with no word and you even sent your lawyer with some money. I felt bittered and thought you actually used me and that's why I teamed up with Phoenix when I had the chance.I felt he was the only ray of light amidst all darkness. But I'm really sorry. If I had the slightest clue that is were only trying
Althea walked in with Mayra to see the full team. Katie Roland was there too and she smiled upon seeing her. Althea returned the smile back. Oscar sat on the sofa, with his left leg crossed over the other. They were all silent as if waiting for her to say something. It felt awkward because never ever did she think of joining forces with the man she once hated. But it's all good, it's better safe than being sorry. "Uhm... I know this must come as a shock for everyone that I'm here, but I know the truth now. I overheard Phoenix talking with his gang members and he plans on killing me once this is over..." "That rascal..." Oscar groaned underneath his breath, folding his hands into a tight fist. Althea continued anyways. "You must all consider me as selfish or stupid, but we must do everything possible to bring Phoenix down as soon as possible..." "Tell us everything you found out Althea!!" Oscar demanded. "He plans on doing something to you when he returns and he said that woul
Phoenix's men at the psychiatric hospital were all vigilant but Oscar and his team kept their cool. Good thing the uniform worn by the foreign doctors was something that covered their faces as well so there was nothing to worry about. They were shown the Ward The senator's wife was in as as they made their way in, Oscar was taken aback by the condition she was in. Senator James Grayson was someone that he respected a lot. Way back when he was still a teenager, Senator James used to work as a Gardener and also attended the same Collete with him. He was more like an older brother to Oscar and their relationship was still that way until he died a year ago. At first Oscar thought that his wife indeed killed him but after everything Rachel told him, the least he could do for the senator was to get his wife out of the cruel hands of Phoenix and his Men. He has always had doubts regarding Senator James death, because he loved his wife too much and she also loves him so much making the c
Althea didn't sleep a wink throughout the night as she laid wide awake with fear that she might get killed anytime soon. She doesn't feel safe around here anymore! Her life is in danger just because of the foolish mistake she made trusting Phoenix.Lynx had told her not to trust people easily but she was blinded and thought of Lynx as someone who doesn't want anything good for her.She turned to Nova and thought Nova was the most supportive.Little did she know that she was slowly walking into the devil's cage. Maybe she wasn't even depressed at all, it could be just a made up story.Thinking about everything she had done with Phoenix filled her with lots of regrets. She thought she had finally met a good Man... The kisses they shared and the romantic moments, it all disgusts her now.How did she end up loving such a despicable man? How, for goodness sake!!!She finds it hard to believe she actually did sleep with a man who's out to kill her real soon.She got off the bed and raced t
That night, Althea laid wide awake on her bed. Sleep was far away from her while her gaze were fixed directly at the wall clock. She kept following the the rhythm of the clock ticking, counting every second that passes. To her, it seemed like it's moving too slow, increasing her anxiety. With each passing second, she keeps getting nervous. Some point, she questions herself what she's about to do? But yet again, she feels the need to do something since this whole thing is basically about her. She's the center to the games either of them is playing and she needs to get to the bottom of this before it gets too late. As soon as the clock stricked 12, her heart did a huge leap. She rubbed her sweaty palm together as Rachel's words resounded in her head.A door by the stairs, opens at midnight and that's when Phoenix holds a brief meeting with his gang members.She lifted herself off the bed and wore her flip-flops. She moved to her door, reached out for the door knob but suddenly flinc
"Good morning Boss!" Mayra greeted as Oscar descended down the stairs.He nodded at her and walked towards the dining where his meal was already served."C'mon, have breakfast with me" He said to her. She refused at first but when he insisted, she joined him."It's Saturday Mayra and I told you to take today off. Why are you here so early?" He asked scooping some quantity of Rice. "I find off days boring boss. I'm used to carrying out orders and I'm here just in case you need anything!" She said. " You work so hard Mayra, Once all this is over, I'd repay you for your hardwork so far, that's a promise "" I appreciate your generosity Boss!"" No, it's not generosity, it's the right thing to do. As a woman, you need time for yourself. Don't worry Mayra, I'd surely repay you handsomely once thus is all over!"She nodded." By the way, we'll commence plans on how to take Senator James wife from the psychiatric hospital. We can't help her if she's in there..."" Got it Boss. I'll discuss
"Boss, Ma'am Althea is back !!!" A maid rushed to Phoenix's room and announced.Phoenix stepped out in a rush, heading downstairs. He didn't stop until he stood right beside her. He grabbed her, his eyes searching all over her."Where have you been Althea? I was so worried sick!!!" He said.Althea looked at him, the look in his eyes which evidently betrayed his words.Was he really worried sick about her or he's just making things up. She couldn't help but have doubts after everything she was told." Althea?" He called, pulling her back to reality."I'm.. I'm sorry for the inconvenience phoenix. I know you must have been worried but I knew you wouldn't let me even if I asked. That's why going with Nanny Patal was the only best option. I wanted to visit my home. There was something precious that I had to take...." "And what is that?" He asked, his gaze was riveted on her like he was trying to seek the truth from her himself.As a matter of fact, Althea was more than confused. What is