"Mr charming? Oh jeez Val, say something better than that. Mr charming my ass. Seriously he's too clingy and you know how much I hate such people." Maya complained."Get a man soon girl, you're getting to old, and soon, you'll be all wrinkled."Maya rolled her eyes still munching on her food. "I hate all men, especially those who believe we're something worthless they can trample on."Maya's words brought back memories of Sam to Valerie, the smile on her face suddenly turned into a deep frown that left her almost dropping a tear from her eyes."If I should ever lay my eyes on that cruel bastard, I'll pull out his heart, his lungs, everything, till he gets to feel what you're feeling. He destroyed your life and he gets to live in peace." Valerie cleaned up the tears from her cheek and then sniffled, "That's enough Maya, I don't want to talk about Sam." "Fine, just know I won't let him go scott free whenever I see him." "I'm going to show him and the world I am not somebody to be tra
Valerie stared at the house in awe, and she wondered why kind of a man he was, and what he was doing at such a bar that day. She swallowed hard though nothing was stuck in her throat."Excuse me ma'am, who are you looking for?" The gardener asked in a very polite manner when he approached her.Valerie cleared her throat to ensure her English would match with his. She recalled the name on the news paper, "Mr Nelson Davon."The gardener gave her another look, from her head to her toe wondering what business she had with the boss, but he was well aware he had no business with that.He turned around, and called a young lady. "Take her in, and inform young master of her presence immediately." He said."Follow me Miss."Valerie was more comfortable being call the Miss suddenly than the ma'am the gardener had called her, but well she couldn't blame the middle aged man.She followed behind the young lady, till they got to the living that looked way larger than the room she and Maya stayed. No
Valeria woke up with a mild pain in her head, she looked around, trying to decipher where she was, and she sat upright.She wondered how she ended up in the hospital.“Easy, ma'am.”She saw a man in a white coat and presumed to be a Doctor, the last thing she remembered before she passed out was grabbing a man by his leg till the police arrived.“How did I get here?” She inquired.“You’ll be told soon, ma’am.” The doctor said with a smile on his face, then he left the room.Soon, a policewoman entered, giving her a big smile.“How are you feeling now ma’am.” She asked.The mild pain was already subsiding. “Much better.”“Very good, thank you for catching the thief.”“Where is he?”“He's where he's supposed to be, don't worry.”“When you fainted, we brought you down here, you should be more careful ma’am, he could have hurt you.”The rejection she faced at Nelson’s place was more painful, she grinned weakly.“I did what came to my mind.”“Thank God, you and the baby are fine”At the me
“Take care of yourself, babes, we will get it all sorted out when I get back, okay?” Valarie wrapped her arms tightly around her. Maya wondered why Valeria was clingy.“Are you fine, Val?” Maya questioned, Valeria sniffed.“Sure, I'll miss you.”“I will just be gone for a few hours, is it the pregnancy hormone kicking in?” Maya inquired.“Maybe.” She released her with a smile on her face.“Be sure to take care of yourself at work, and don't get too worked up either with Mr. Grumpy, Miss Grumpy, or Mister Handsome.” Maya rolled her eyes at the latter, which made Valerie laugh.“Make sure you don't worry, let me worry when I come back from work.” Valeria slowly nodded and Maya left.“Now, let's get to work.” Valeria said immediately she shut the door.They shared a one-bedroom apartment, so she couldn't pack her things the previous day, so as not to raise suspicion.She didn't need to carry much, it wasn't as if she had much anyways, she sighed as she packed some sweatshirts, gowns, he
Valeria stepped down from the plane, she wondered what would happen afterward, it was already getting late, but the little money left from the money Nelson gave her, wouldn't be enough to rent her an apartment or rent her hotel room.She wondered where she was going to sleep, as she was tired from the journey, and her eyes were already heavy.Singapore is known for having a relatively low crime rate compared to other countries, so she felt a little safe.While she was roaming, she saw an abandoned vehicle. The worn-out car, its paint faded and windows cracked, sat silently in the deserted alleyway.She looked inside to make sure there wasn't anybody there, and she went in and shut the door.Singapore weather was mostly warm, and humid throughout the year.Inside, she nestled her belongings among, and spread a blanket.Her eyes, heavy with exhaustion from a long and arduous journey, fluttered closed. The rhythmic hum of the city's distant traffic provided a lullaby as she drifted into
Ares didn't go to see Valeria after she woke up, and it had been a week and five days already, though Valeria was well enough to be discharged, Ares refused to let her go.He went to meet Dan at the restaurant one day.“So, you don't know where she sleeps.”“Honestly, I don't know and I never bothered to ask, she is secretive, so all I know is that she comes to work, works hard, and goes wherever she lives in the evening.”“I've always told you that you're insensitive to others’ feelings.”“I'm not the one who studied medicine and psychological shits.” Dan fired back jokingly.They laughed. “Just seeing her here the previous day, my instinct knew something was wrong with her, she looked so worried.”“So, what will happen with her being in the hospital, her medical fees?”“Don't bother about that man, everything is all on me.”Dan's jaw dropped at his reply. “You will do that for Vally?”“Yes, anything?”“No, I'm just amazed, you will clear all her medical bills, or do you like her alr
Ares shook his head for the umpteenth time, as Valarie took the last of her bag, he collected it from her and together they entered the car.She was in deep thought as they drove in silence.“What’s on your mind Valeria?”“Huh.” She smiled. “ Nothing, it all looks like a dream, I could never had believed I would leave there this soon.”Ares grinned. “It’s not a dream, it’s the reality.”“Thank you for all you’ve done for me, Ares.”“I've told you not to thank me so much, thank you for accepting to come to my place instead.”Valeria smiled. She had never thought of it and it still surprised her.She overheard from one of the nurses earlier in the day that Ares owned the hospital.No wonder she got everything she wanted without anybody questioning Ares.She looked at him, his glasses matched his oval-shaped face, his girlfriend would be lucky to have someone as caring as him.They soon got to his house; a bungalow, she really liked the atmosphere in the house.She wondered why he stayed
Valeria had always stayed five feet away from people she didn't know, she always felt uncomfortable.And now, hearing that Ares’ mother was coming made her feel off.How would his mother react to seeing her in the house? And heavily pregnant at that.He had once told her his mother had been insisting he marry, won't she blame her for obstructing the plan?Who would want to be friends with him when there's a heavily pregnant lady in the house?And for the first time, she felt uncomfortable in the house, she wouldn't want to be the cause of Ares not having a relationship.She was already thinking of a plan, to probably get out of the house, when the doorbell rang.With sweaty palms, she opened the door and beheld a short middle-aged woman.She smiled from ear to ear when she saw Valeria. “You must be Valeria, ah?”The Singapore accent is visible in her speech, one of the things Valeria had learned in her few months of staying in Singapore is their accent.It took her a while to understa
Two years flew by since Olivia died and fate dealt with Natasha's schemes. Olivia was laid to rest with honor, and Nelson regained what was rightfully his. The kids, Kyle and Kelly, pushed through and finished their studies, and now it was their big day: graduation.At the ceremony, Nelson and Valerie beamed with pride as they hugged Kyle and Kelly, holding back tears of joy. Despite the tough times, they made it through together, stronger than ever.As they watched their kids walk across the stage, Nelson and Valerie felt a wave of happiness wash over them.Amidst the cheers and applause of their friends and family, Kyle and Kelly stepped onto the stage, their faces radiant with excitement and accomplishment. As they accepted their degrees, Nelson and Valerie felt a surge of pride and gratitude wash over them.With beaming smiles, Nelson and Valerie hugged their children tightly, their hearts swelling with pride. "Congratulations, Kyle and Kelly," Nelson exclaimed, his voice filled
Natasha's mood turned serious as she reached out to grab a gun from one of her men, her expression cold and calculating. The children struggled against the gags in their mouths, their eyes wide with fear as Kelly's sobs filled the air. Nelson's voice cracked with desperation as he shouted at Natasha to stop, his hands trembling with fear and rage. Valerie's screams echoed through the room, her cries filled with anguish as she begged Natasha not to do it. But Natasha's eyes glinted with determination as she raised the gun, her finger tightening on the trigger.Just as Natasha's finger tightened on the trigger, the sharp sound of gunshots echoed through the room, causing everyone to freeze in shock. The door burst open, and a team of police officers stormed into the hideout, their weapons drawn and ready.Her men were quickly subdued and disarmed, their masks ripped off to reveal their faces. Natasha's eyes widened in disbelief as she watched the scene unfold before her.As Natasha's
As the sun rose the next day, Nelson paced restlessly, his nerves frayed with anticipation. With each passing minute, the weight of Natasha's startling call bore down on him like a heavy burden.Finally, the phone rang, jolting Nelson from his thoughts. With trembling hands, he answered, his heart pounding in his chest."Miss me, Nelson?" Natasha's voice was like a venomous serpent, slithering through the line with a chilling edge.Nelson gritted his teeth, suppressing the surge of anger that threatened to consume him. "Cut the games, Natasha," he growled, his voice tight with frustration.With a sinister laugh, Natasha relayed her location, her tone dripping with malice. "Be there in an hour," she warned, her voice a dangerous whisper. "And remember, no police. I won't hesitate to make good on my threats."Nelson hung up the phone, his jaw clenched in determination. He turned to Valerie, his expression grim. "It's time," he said, his voice heavy with resolve.Together, they climbed i
Natasha simply laughed, her amusement echoing through the line. "Oh, they're safe for now," she replied cryptically. "But whether they stay that way depends entirely on you."Natasha's voice dripped with malice as she spoke, her words cutting through the air like a knife. "I know you'll try to act smart, Nelson," she sneered, her tone dripping with contempt. "But the smarter you think you are, the more your children will suffer."A chill ran down Nelson's spine as Natasha described the potent poison she claimed to have administered to Kyle and Kelly. His heart pounded with fear at the thought of losing his beloved children.Natasha's laughter echoed through the room as she declared that the children wanted to speak with him. Nelson's hands trembled as he took the phone, his heart breaking at the sound of Kelly's tearful cries."Daddy, please save us," Kelly sobbed, her voice choked with emotion. "We don't want to die."Kyle's voice was filled with determination as he spoke next. "We c
Weeks turned into months, and the storm of controversy that had once engulfed Nelson's company began to fade into the past. With the cloud of suspicion lifted, Valerie's NGO flourished, receiving a surge of support from the community. Kyle and Kelly found solace in returning to their studies, their peers no longer casting judgment upon them.Meanwhile, Nelson made it his priority to ensure the safety and security of his family. Wherever they went, security measures were tightened, providing them with peace of mind in an uncertain world.As life settled back into a semblance of normalcy, Angela and Kyle found themselves growing closer than ever. They spent hours talking and laughing together, forging a friendship that was as strong as it was unexpected.Amidst it all, Nelson made the decision to release the AI that had been wrongly accused, confident in its ability to benefit society. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with users praising its efficiency and innovation.***As K
Back at home, the tension was palpable as Nelson gathered his family in the living room. Their expressions ranged from confusion to concern, each of them processing the events of the day in their own way.Before Nelson could speak, Kyle spoke up, his brow furrowed in confusion. "Dad, how come Natasha was at the auction?" he asked, his voice tinged with disbelief.Nelson took a deep breath, his mind racing with the weight of the truth he was about to reveal. "I was just as shocked as you were," he admitted, his voice grave. "But it seems Natasha has been plotting with Kelvin to bring me down."The room fell silent, the only sound the creaking of the floorboards beneath their feet. Eyes widened in shock as Nelson recounted Natasha's involvement with Kelvin, her betrayal hitting them like a punch to the gut.Valerie's voice shook as she spoke, her eyes clouded with memories of past hurts. "I still can't forget what Natasha did to us years ago," she confessed, her words heavy with the wei
As Nelson addressed the crowd and media, he felt a surge of adrenaline coursing through him. "Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed members of the media," he began, his voice steady but tinged with intensity. "I have something important to reveal."The room grew silent as Nelson took a deep breath, steeling himself for what was to come. "Kelvin," He gestured towards his stepbrother, his tone heavy with disdain, "has been my stepbrother for years. But what you don't know is that our relationship has been fraught with animosity. I've never trusted him, and for good reason."Gasps and murmurs erupted from the crowd as Nelson's revelation hit home. Meanwhile, Michael, one of Nelson's senior board members, was spotted attempting to flee the scene. With swift coordination, Nelson's team members intercepted him, ensuring he couldn't escape justice."Now, let me show you the truth," Nelson declared, as his team played audio recordings and videos exposing Kelvin and Michael's fraudulent transaction
As Nelson and his team waited anxiously, they eyed the room for any chance to catch Michael and Kelvin red-handed. Tension hung thick in the air, each member of the team poised for action, their senses heightened.Suddenly, the room fell silent as Kelvin made his grand entrance, his presence commanding attention. But what caught Nelson off guard was the figure at his side, Natasha. A sinister smile curled her lips as she whispered something into Kelvin's ear.Nelson's heart skipped a beat as his eyes locked onto the pair, disbelief washing over him like a wave. Natasha, the woman with a vendetta against his family, standing beside Kelvin, his own step-brother, in a twisted alliance that threatened to crack everything he held dear.Clenching his teeth, Nelson muttered to himself, cursing his own folly for underestimating Natasha's potential for betrayal after her stint in prison. He couldn't shake the gnawing question of how Natasha and Kelvin had formed an alliance after her relea
The following day, Nelson arrived at work with a heavy heart, his mind preoccupied with the task ahead. Despite his outward appearance of composure, a sense of unease gnawed at him, knowing the weight of his decision could shape the company's future.As he settled into his office, Nelson discreetly observed Michael's movements, noting the subtle shifts in his demeanor. With a calculated move, he subtly arranged for an AI detector to be installed on Michael's phone, a precautionary measure to uncover any potential deception.Later that day, Nelson convened a meeting with the board members, his expression grave as he broached the subject of selling the company. "After much consideration, I've decided to entertain the idea of selling the company," he announced, his voice tinged with resignation.The board members exchanged surprised glances, taken aback by Nelson's unexpected declaration. Sensing their uncertainty, Nelson pressed on, outlining his plan to sell the company as a strateg