Four days had passed, and Ares and Tina's Maldives getaway continued to cast its shadow over Valerie's home. The bond between Valerie and the kids deepened as they crafted their own adventures, free from the parental duo. Video calls, a digital lifeline, helped bridge the geographical gap. During one such call, Valerie couldn't hide her joy for Ares, who seemed to have found love amidst the chaos.The following day, after the usual school drop-off routine, Valerie sought solace in her mall. The familiar hum of business and the rapport with her staff provided a welcomed break. Returning home in the afternoon, she relaxed by soaking herself in a perfumed bath.The preschool bell rang, signaling the end of another academic day and children spilled out, their chatter merging with the anticipation of parents waiting for the daily pickup.Meanwhile, Nelson was across the street, as he just left a building he recently acquired. This structure, soon to be transformed into an AI company, hin
The air in Valerie's home hung heavy with the echoes of the past. Inside her room, Valerie struggled to contain her emotions, her mind a whirlwind of memories and confusion. She patted the kids to bed, and with tears, she slowly made her way to the kitchen to make them dinner. She woke them to eat dinner and without much words, they ate and slept.The following morning was quiet, Valerie knew she was harsh and scolded them coldly the previous day, "Mom, we are sorry for upsetting you, we didn't mean to make you angry." Kyle said, hugging her."Yeah, we just wanted you to meet someone who looked like Kyle. We didn't think it would upset you." Kelly said.Valerie, her voice wavering said, “It's not your fault, kids. I just... I wasn't expecting to see him again. It's complicated.”The kids exchanged glances, searching for answers in each other's eyes.“Who is he, Mom? Why did you get so upset?” Kyle asked hesitantly.Valerie, struggling to find the right words: "He's... someone from a
As the sun dipped below the city's skyline, casting long shadows in Nelson's penthouse, he sat at his expansive desk, brooding over the looming uncertainty. The door clicked open, and a seasoned detective stepped into the room, holding a nondescript folder.“Mr. Nelson, I've gathered the information you requested.” The detective said.Nelson, his piercing gaze fixed on the detective, gestured for him to proceed. The detective handed over the folder, containing Valerie's past intricately detailed.“She slept in an abandoned vehicle, worked odd jobs, and eventually found solace in a doctor's house.”“Skip to the point.” Nelson ordered.The Detective flipped through the pages. “She was pregnant during her time in Singapore, and gave birth to twins. Ares, the doctor, seems to have played a role.”Nelson's jaw tightened, anger simmering beneath the surface. He calculated the timeline, and realized the undeniable truth, the kids were his.As the detective handed Nelson the folder, their eye
As the sun dipped below the city's skyline, Nelson's penthouse was bathed in shadows, casting an eerie ambiance over the room. The air was thick with tension as the seasoned detective, a secret agent in Nelson's relentless purpose, silently entered. In his hands, he held an inconspicuous envelope – a harbinger of revelations that could unravel lives."Mr. Nelson, I've gathered the information you requested," the detective intoned, his voice a low murmur in the dimly lit room.Nelson, seated behind his expansive desk, a stoic figure cloaked in determination, gestured for the detective to proceed. The envelope exchanged hands, its contents a potential weapon in Nelson's quest for vengeance. The detective's gaze met Nelson's, an unspoken understanding lingering in the charged atmosphere.Nelson, driven by a thirst for revenge, clutched the envelope handed to him by his lawyer. The contents within held the potential to tarnish Ares effortlessly. Nelson, eyes fixated on the dossier, wore
In the days that followed, Valerie found herself trapped in Nelson's plan to control everything. The fear of losing the home that sheltered her and her kids when they needed it the most.And all they had built loomed over her like a dark cloud. The bustling city, seemingly unaware, witnessed Valerie wrestling with a problem she couldn't escape.Nelson, unburdened by any moral qualms, pressed on with his agenda. He sent a court order, insisting that the DNA test occur where he wanted, under his watchful eye. Papers arrived at Valerie's doorstep, a stark reminder that the battle was no longer about hidden secrets but played out in the cold world of court rules.Valerie, torn between safeguarding her makeshift family and facing Nelson's threats, felt the weight of the decision she had to make. The day of the DNA test arrived, and In an effort to create a more comfortable atmosphere, Nelson sent a driver to take Valerie and the kids to his penthouse. The journey was a blend of exciteme
Nelson, directed a staff member, "Take the kids to the playroom. Make sure they have access to all the gadgets, technologies, and AIs. I want them entertained and comfortable and safe"The staff, accustomed to Nelson's assertiveness, nodded and guided Kyle and Kelly towards the technologically advanced playroom. As the kids eagerly followed, their eyes widened with excitement at the prospect of exploring the futuristic wonders.Nelson, watching them depart, couldn't completely hide a subtle softening in his gaze. For a moment, the stern businessman revealed a glimpse of a father who, despite his controlling nature, cared about his children's well-being.His icy composure settling back like a shroud, finally spoke, his voice cutting through the tension like a razor, "DNA might not define fatherhood, but it does establish a claim, a connection that cannot be denied. Your emotional rhetoric won't change that fact."Valerie, refusing to waver, met his gaze with steely determination, "Clai
The big house, once all fancy and in control, was now buzzing with a kind of charged-up energy. Nelson, acting all serious, was bossing the staff around to get things ready for the doctor's visit. Meanwhile, Valerie, stuck between worrying about the kids and arguing with Nelson, had this feeling that whatever was happening could change everything.Nelson issued directives with precision, "Prepare the room for the doctor. We need a thorough examination. And ensure that the kids remain in a secure environment."Valerie, still processing the events, voiced a concern of her own, "This incident raises serious questions about the safety of this place. I won't compromise on the well-being of my children."Nelson, unwavering, responded, "Safety measures will be reinforced. But emotions won't dictate decisions here."The staff, now moving super-fast to do what Nelson wanted, seemed to forget about the recent mess with the playroom. They were fixing the lights, making sure the room looked perfe
The mansion, usually all sparkly and impressive, had this different vibe. It wasn't just about fancy gadgets and high-tech stuff anymore. Now, it was about family, safety, and maybe figuring out what was real in this mess of emotions.As the night got deeper, the staff turned some parts of the mansion into a kind of high-tech fortress. It was like they were getting ready for a space mission or something. Valerie, in the midst of it all, couldn't shake the feeling that this was more than just making the place safe for the night.Nelson, probably doing important boss things, emerged from wherever he disappeared to. Valerie, with a mix of frustration and curiosity, watched him give more instructions to the staff. It was all cold, serious stuff, like he was gearing up for some big battle.Valerie, feeling like an outsider in the fancy fortress, decided to voice her concerns, "This whole security setup seems excessive. Are we expecting a war or something?"Nelson, still in his boss mode, r