FEW DAYS LATER! It is finally one day left to the D-Day and just like Katie Roland had assumed, Phoenix is planning to launch an attack on Oscar even though what he had told her was quite a different story. He had told her that Nova got some evidences regarding Oscar's Mafia business and during the funeral, they're going to barge in with the police and Is at would have no means of escape but rather admit to his crimes and then he'd be arrested. Such lame and silly plans... Who's going to buy that? Since she wasn't convinced and needed to inform Oscar of Phoenix's actual plans so they could be one step ahead, she tiptoed to the secret room and overhead their plans of raiding Oscar at the funeral ground, killing him on the spot. She has already informed Oscar about Phoenix's plans and Oscar's feedback was that he's ready to face whatever attack Phoenix would bring. But, she can't help but feel nervous. A war between two mafia drug Lords... there is going to be bloodshed and it's go
Time ticked so fast, and as much as everyone on Oscar's team didn't want it to come, it crawled closer with every passing second. However, Oscar and his team got ready... this past few days Katie has worked so hard to be abo to walk on her feet. Should they say it's a miracle for her to get better so quick? Well, the stars seemed to be on their side lately. Rachel already dressed her up to look like a real ghost. White long gown, disheveled hair and dark scars around her eyes... To top it all, red paint was splashed on her closed to make it look like blood. She looks scary as it is.. "Gather around guys!" Oscar says aloud and they all gathered around. Oscar was dressed in a complete black tuxedo suite while Lynx and Mayra were dressed looking like Reverend sisters of catholic fate. Well, that's the plan... However Phoenix's men plan on attacking, they're going to think Oscar's alone. They'd have no single clue that his men are all stationed at every corner. It's a pity that on
Oscar stood beside an empty coffin while Reed who was disguised as a priest was busy reading his sermon. Mayra and Lynx, stood at their various positions. Everyone was set and ready for action and from the info received from Althea, they'll be here soon. As he stood beside the empty coffin, he made sure to look sorrowful like he was sulking and full of regrets. Then suddenly, the door burst open and he neither flinched nor turned as he knew that his guests were finally here.He smirked as he heard footsteps approaching and that is when Reed stopped his sermon and closed the book he was holding."Oscar Williams!!" He turned as his name was called, tucking his hands deeper into his pant pocket.He mentally counted Phoenix's men and they were just twenty in number.. He huffed at how small in size they were."To what do I owe this visit? Phoenix's right hand man? He said, staring directly at Draco." Well, we're here to mourn alongside with you... is that a wrong thing to do?" Draco re
Back at Oscar's hideout, Mayra and Reed rushed in after disposing thebodies of Phoenix's Men and others."Is everyone safe?" He asked looking around."Yes Sir... Everyone's safe. We managed to take down all of Phoenix's men and lost two of our own" Reed said."Did you send compensations to the family of our diseased men?" "I did boss..." "Continue to check up on them, if they need anything else, don't fail to provide..." "Yes boss!" Mayra responded. "But boss, you're bleeding, you should get your arm treated.." Oscar looked at his bleeding arm but he cared less as he would attend to that very soon."Give us the report Rachel. How were things at Phoenix's..?" Rachel moved closer and showed him the recording of Phoenix's confessions. The damages the had done, were recorded and he was quite impressed.But, Rachel went further to explain things and how Althea ended up knocking him off when he was about to shoot." That scumbag!!!" He cussed balling his fists "And Althea? Did she get
Phoenix sat on the sofa with a glass of whisky in his hand. His head was pounding so hard, yet he was so furious.He has already dismissed the maids including Nanny Patal as he doesn't need anyone around him at the moment.He kept shaking the glass while staring at the wine running in circles. His other hand kept pulling his head out in frustration.Draco's body wad still there in the living room and whenever he looks at the dead body he becomes infuriated.One thing he doesn't understand is the fact that all his men, including Nova are all dead when it should be Oscar and his gang buried six feet under.In a twinkle of an eye... He has no one!But how come? Their plan was perfect!!! It wouldn't have been possible for Oscar to know of their attack. It could only mean one thing... That there's a snitch around him.But who could that be? Is it the maids?.. Well, none of his maids knows about his plans. Could it be Althea? Hell no! There's no fúçking way she could be the snitch... He ha
Althea's breath stood in her throat as she could hardly breathe... gazing into the vicious eyes of Phoenix. "I asked you a question Althea? Where are you going?" "Uhm.. well.. I... I just.. want to get some water, I was suddenly feeling thirsty" She lied but her facial expressions and eyes failed her. "Water? Dressed in this clothes. This wasn't the clothes you were putting on earlier today, right?" He took a step forward and she took two steps back. It continued that way until he was inside, then he pushed the door closed in a loud bang with his leg. Suddenly, Althea's legs stood rooted to a spot even as he covered the distance between them... If he listened closely, the he'd be able to hear the sound of her heart beating. Before she knew it, he grabbed the phone from her grip and she gasped as it was so unexpected. "Ah.. So this is what you use to spill every single plan of ours to Oscar uh?" "No.. no.." She tried to deny. "You switched sides Althea.. Then you provided cruc
"Tell me Mayra... What's your plan?" Oscar asked, getting impatient. All he wants right now is saving Althea as soon as possible."Well, I had given Althea a necklace something ago... It's not just an ordinary necklace but a tracker... It is actually meant to video everything that is going on and we can also watch it and then track her location!"" Then what are we waiting for? Let's get started!!" He said feeling relieved that there's a way." But boss, it's not going to be easy... To track her location is going to take a lot of time "" Well, I don't care. The earlier we start, the fast we get to save her... Now go!! Go start with the process"Mayra nodded and rushed out.____________________Phoenix sat, rubbing his temple while thinking of what to do to Althea. He still couldn't believe she'd actually switch sides after everything and cause him this much loss.Althea has caused him so much humiliation in just a short period of time.. How dare she to this to him?Glaring at her unc
It's been two days of hell and torture. Althea felt exhausted from everything. Two days, yet it felt like eternity.Phoenix has been tormenting her and beating her up for no good reason. Now, she had bruises all over... Her hair had become disheveled and her lips were a little bit swollen from the series of slaps.She felt weak and tired... For the last two days, she hasn't eaten or drank even a drop of water. It's how Phoenix had left her, starving and dying to have a taste of water.A drop of tears slipped from her eyes as she thought about Oscar. Why isn't he coming to save her this time, or has he abandoned her here too? She thought to herself but quickly kicked against it.No, Is at wouldn't do that to her. She's sure he's worried sick about her and looking for a way to find her.Of course he wouldn't know where she is as this looks like an abandoned warehouse located at only God knows where.All these... everything that's happening right now is all because of her. Maybe if she h
Epilogue! 5 years later!! With the Mafia world burnt down to ashes, Oscar washes his hands off everything that would label him bad. He said it was a new beginning and he wants nothing but to live a peaceful life henceforth.As for the gang members, they have all settled down in their new lives. Even with the Mafia world gone, Oscar still made them live comfortable lives.He compensated everyone on his team with ten million dollars each for risking their lives and making it possible for him to achieve his goal of bringing down Phoenix.Rachel flew out of the country right away and set up a five star restaurant. Lynx got a job at Oscar's company as the heard of research and development team. Mayra retained her job as Oscar's secretary.As for Reed, He got a job with the police as a detective. Every one got a job that suited them perfectly and the rest of Oscar's men all went their separate ways.Life has been perfect!Althea went to the kitchen with her protruding tommy. She took out
" What? " Oscar exclaimed, standing up." Phoenix? The man who attempted to kill you? He's the father of your unborn child? "Althea swallowed, avoiding Oscar's gaze but she has already begun n and there's no going back. " Yes! Right after Phoenix got me out of prison, I began to develop feelings for him. I saw him as a perfect gentle man and he made me believe that he was actually a good person. I developed feelings for him and then one night, he took me out on a date and that's when... that when... "" You two decided to have sex!! " Oscar cuts her off and she shit her eyes tightly. She heard him scoff and she's sure he's probably running his fingers through his hair right now. " This is outrageous and I honestly cannot believe you could fall for Phoenix. What happened to the principles you wanted to uphold? The 'I don't want to have sex until my wedding night ' thing.... What happened to that? I could remember making advances towards you refused me, stating your principles and
The following morning, Althea dressed up as usually and got ready to head to the hospital for her weekly check up routine. Oscar insisted on going with her but asked him not to, reminding him that he had work to attend to and he can't keep being her bodyguard over such trivial issues. Oscar didn't want to but had to give in because of some emergencies that came up at work but still, he insisted that she should go with the driver, that way, he won't be worried. Althea felt relieved as that would give her the opportunity to do what she wants to. She got downstairs and met the ladies busy making plans for their vacation trip. As for Mayra, Oscar gave her two months leave since she still insists on working as his Secretary, after that, then she's free to return back but for the meantime, he wants everyone to go live their life's. Althea didn't bother interrupting the girls but simply hurriedly left. Minutes later, she was already getting impatient as the drive to the hospital was a s
Althea remained quiet as they drove back home. She kept staring out the window, lost in thoughts and and as Oscar noticed that she hasn't said a word, he turned on the music to lighten up the mood. "Are you okay?" He asked. "Hm" That was her response. "I loved what you days back there... You put Phoenix in his place.." " He deserved it and even worse. I hope he rots in hell.. " She gritted out. " He will, definitely!! " Oscar said, taking a U-turn and facing a different direction from home. Althea looked at him, wondering why he suddenly took a different turn. "Where are we going? " " I want you to meet someone.. It's senator James Grayson's young wife... I want you to see for yourself, the condition she's in"____________They drove into a penthouse and after pulling to a stop, they both stepped out and made their way in. As the got closer to a room, a plate suddenly came crashing right before them. Althea got startled as a little piece flew across her arm, causing her a lit
FEW WEEKS LATER.It's been few weeks already and Althea has been discharged from the hospital. During this period, Oscar never left her side, he has been her strength anger back bone.Everything he has done for her, both the ones she knows of and the ones she isn't aware of... all of it, she's indebted to him.On the day of her discharge, Althea thought of where to go to. She couldn't go back to her apartment either, she thought she'd just look for a way and sort things out, but Is at told her that she's going to live with him from now henceforth.At first, she rejected the idea but he insisted and having no other option, she went with him and now, she's living with him, not permanently tho... but temporarily.Once she's settled, she'd leave to find a life of her own... she doesn't want to be a bother to him.Althea stepped out of the bathroom and stood in front of the mirror, staring at her reflection.She had no idea if it's just her eyes but she noticed she added a little weight. I
Phoenix felt like the stars were on his side today. What an easy way to get rid of Althea. He'd simply just inject her and then walk out freely like nothing ever happened. By the time any one would notice, she'd be long dead... He felt like laughing out his victory as he placed the tray down and picked a particular injection from the tray, then turned to Althea was fast asleep on her bed with on of her arm slightly over her face. He moved closer to her, his smirk getting wider. "What a pity you'd have to die a slow and eat death. I would have loved to see you beg for my mercy while torturing you... But either ways, this is going to make you feel endless pains... Good bye Althea and don't worry, Oscar would be joining you soon" He said aloud, lifting the injection and making a move to inject her with it but to his surprise, the supposed Althea, turned and swiftly held his hands, and kicked him hard on his tommy and before he knew what was going on, he was already on the floor writ
Later that evening, The ladies were gone and it's just Althea and Oscar in the ward. Althea kept playing with her fingers, while biting on her lower lip while Oscar kept slicing the apples while avoiding her gaze. They are both acting awkward because of the kiss they almost shared. Yes, it's weird because at that moment, they both lost their senses. Sighing deeply, Althea thought about if they had really kissed, if only they weren't interrupted, she wished. "Oscar?.." She suddenly called before she could stop herself. "Yes!?" She suddenly went blank. Why did she call him in the first place? What was she going to say? "Nevermind!" She said, averting her gaze.. Such stupid thing to say. Silence befell them, but not for long as Oscar broke the silence. "I noticed you had fun with the ladies..." He said, trying to start up a conversation because he hated the way they kept acting. "Yes! I had fun. we talked about a lot of things and I really enjoyed it. It felt like we've known
"Girls.. Welcome!!" Althea said when the tension in in the room was getting out of hand.The ladies walked up to her, their piercing eyes not leaving hers."What in the world was happening?" Lynx exclaimed." I guess two individuals are about making out... " Rachel said jokingly. Althea's face flushed in embarrassment. "I suggest you two get a private Ward to go down memory lane... We perfectly understand that it's been years and you two need to recharge... it's totally understandable!!" Mayra commented, placing the basket she was holding down. Althea couldn't contain the embarrassment anymore ... " Stop it ladies, we really weren't doing anything.. " She defended herself but that earned a chuckle from the ladies. " It's okay with the teasing. Someone's face is about turning tomato red, we can't let it burst open! " Katie said, sitting on the Sofa, together with Mayra... Lynx sat on the bed beside Althea, holding her hand. " How are you doing Althea... Are you okay? We were so wo
Oscar shifted in his sleep as he enjoyed the feeling he was getting on his hair. It felt soothing but after thinking about it and realizing that he was still at the hospital, he jerked up to meet Althea's smiling face. For a moment, he went blank as he didn't know what to say. Deep down, he felt happy seeing her awake but the doctors words to him was still very much audible in his head. That alone made him had mixed feelings.. He didn't know what to feel at the moment, should be be happy or sad. However, he realized that what's done is done and he can't change anything or question fate. He decided to push it aside and just live by the present. Thinking about it constantly will only make him more sadder than he has been. He forced himself to smile, however, he tried to make it look sincere, for her sake and not to get her more worried. "Althea... You're awake!!" He said, reaching out for her cheeks and caressing them slightly. "Yes I am... " She said, her voice low and steady.