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Xavier's POV Five Kidnappings. Five fucking Kidnappings is what Leah has experienced in less than a year of being married to me. Even the First Lady doesn't get in danger this much. As soon as I received the call that she had been kidnapped, my heart nearly stopped. Every fiber of my being was consumed with the thought of getting her back safely. After all the unresolved issues I thought we should stay happy for a while and address them later. I can't imagine the possibility of life without her. This moment made me realize that I love her. Whatever secrets she may have, I can forgive her. Just stay alive, please. "I need you to find her and bring her back!" I bark into the phone, my voice betraying the fear I felt inside. "We're on it," Santino assures me. "We'll use every resource at our disposal and we are tapping her location through her ring." But I don't feel reassured. Who did this? We have too many enemies. I can't even pinpoint the one behind this but that is secondary. I
Leah's POV Disbelief, pain, and suffering are what I have experienced the past few hours and the saddest thing is I can't seem to remember. Xavier has been shot and I feel terribly weak. Just when I thought it couldn't get any worse, John shows up right when we are so close to escaping. As he points the gun at Xavier, my mind thinks of so many scenarios, and none of them are positive. I don't know where the strength comes from but enough is enough, I will be damned if I will let anyone hurt me or my husband again. I am tired of playing the victim. laying like a little princess who always needs to be rescued and taken advantage of.As the two men stare at each other, they don’t see me move swiftly and grab the gun from John pointing it right at him.‘’Why the fuck are you back in my life?’’The last time we had an encounter he was on the verge of death and I saved his ass by trying to keep blood off Xavier’s hands but I regret it.‘’Woah, easy there princess’’ he mocks me. ‘’We don’t
Chapter Forty-twoLeah’s POVHe cuts the call and puts his phone aside. I am curious about his action but I remain silent. As he holds me, My body aches for his touch as he hugs and caresses my back, I forget about the thoughts that were running in my mind a few minutes ago. I feel a sensational feeling making me mourn slightly. He turns my head and kisses me drawing all the breath out of my lungs. He pulls my hair slightly to gain more access and now leaves small kisses from my neck all the way to my collarbone.‘’Mmmmmm, ah!” I moan. Right in the queue, he uses one hand to squeeze my breasts and the other hand to slowly play with my center.‘’How long has it been since I was inside you baby?’’ he asks as he now lifts my dress on my head and removes it along with my panties leaving me naked.I spread my legs for him as he inserts his finger inside me, then shortly after he inserts another.‘’My wet pussy, so sweet and so tight,’’ he whispers in his husky voice.‘’Please.’’ is all I c
Leah’s POVAs we dance on the floor, I feel completely lost in Xavier's arms. His touch is electric, and I can’t help but melt into him as we sway to the music. I am lost in the moment, feeling more alive than I ever had before. At the corner of my eye, I see Kendra walking towards us but I turn my head Ignoring her completely.Suddenly, I hear her loud voice behind me. "Excuse me," she says, cutting through the music and pulling me out of my trance.I turn to see her standing there, looking more angry than I had ever seen her before. "We need to talk," she says, her eyes locked on me.When did this bitch and I start having conversations?Xavier’s grip on me tightens, and I can feel him tense up beside me. It could be because he knows am now a killer or to protect me I don't even care. "Not now, Kendra," he says firmly. "This is not the time or place."But she doesn't back down. "No," she says, her voice rising. "I've been waiting too long for this. I need to talk to you, and I need to
I can’t believe they would stoop this low. They know we are coming for them and instead of making things right, this is how they choose to play it? I bite the inside of my tongue As I walk to the boardroom. Xavier has been unreachable and it makes me feel uneasy not knowing if he has an idea of what is going on. It hasn’t been a year since I got my position but I have worked hard to earn my position as Vice CEO of the company, and now that the board of directors wants to play dirty I won’t give them peace. Entering the room, I sit in front of the boardroom table, my palms sweaty and my heart pounding in my chest. I look around trying to find my Husband but I don’t see him and my heart sinks.I am fucked.‘’He is not here, Madam,” Dante smirks. ‘’We can’t have your husband in here, looking at how the decision we have made will only affect him. Seeing how he can’t be objective. We decided without him.’’ He adds and I feel like slapping the smirk right off his face."I understand that D
Leah’s POVAs I enter my room, my steps are heavy with disappointment and frustration. I am unable to shake off the feeling of betrayal that lingers in my chest. As I approach my bed, my eyes fall upon a folded piece of paper lying on top of the sheets. I reach out and pick it up, unfolding it with trembling hands."Had to attend an emergency meeting. Be back soon."Reading the note makes my heart sink even further. Xavier isn’t here, and the weight of his absence feels like a ton of bricks adding to my growing despair. Why hasn't he called me? Why Isn't he by my side during the crucial moments?From the time we came back after the drama Kendra pulled, we have not had a chance to talk, and not knowing what he is thinking makes me want to pull my hair out.A mix of emotions swirls inside me—hurt, confusion, and a nagging sense of abandonment. Tears threaten to spill from my eyes, but I quickly wipe them away. The once weak little girl is gone and now I refuse to let weakness consume
Xavier’s POVThe weight of the world is resting heavily on my shoulders as I receive a phone call that changes everything. We had good sex and just wanted to enjoy a good meal after a long time. Killing someone changes people and everyone takes it differently. After Leah pulled the trigger, I hoped she would never have to do that again. I have been angry with myself for doing nothing. The voice on the other end brings me back as he accuses Leah of unthinkable actions, tarnishing her name with each word.Is this Kendra’s tactic again? I have known her the longest and kept her close enough. I never thought she had feelings for me. I cared for her like a sister but seeing the lengths she is willing to go to ruin Leah makes me withdraw all the protection I had around her. Anger surges within me, but I know I had to keep it hidden and protect her from the harsh reality that was unfolding.I listen intently, gathering every detail, every piece of information that would help me uncover the
IXavier's POV The weight of our ongoing battle begins to dissipate as I whisk Leah away on a luxurious day out. We board a private helicopter, soaring high above the city's skyline, the wind tousling our hair as we marvel at the breathtaking view. Leah's laughter fills the air, infectious and full of joy, as we revel in this moment of respite.I can’t imagine being mean to this woman ever again.We touch down on a secluded island, a hidden gem known only to a privileged few. The pristine white sand caresses our feet, and the turquoise waters beckon us to dive in. With childlike excitement, Leah tugs at my hand, pulling me towards the beach."Xavier, this is incredible! I never imagined we could experience something like this," she exclaims, her eyes sparkling with wonder.My heart swells with happiness at her delight. "I want nothing but the best for you, Leah. You deserve every bit of joy and extravagance."We spend the day exploring the island, indulging in an array of activities. W
Leah's POV Xavier's body lies crumpled on the ground, an agonizing table of pain and sacrifice. My mind is a whirlwind of shock, grief, and disbelief. The room feels distant as if I'm viewing this heart-wrenching scene through a fog of numbness. The air is thick with the acrid scent of gunpowder, a reminder of the violence that has unfolded before me. But amidst the chaos, a new voice rises—a voice that trembles with a pain that mirrors my own. Sandra's cries cut through the suffocating silence, her anguished sobs a haunting symphony of regret and despair. "No! No, I didn't want this! Xavier, I didn't want to kill you!" Sandra's voice is a broken wail, each word carrying the weight of a thousand shattered dreams. She falls to her knees beside Xavier's still form, her hands hovering over his body as if unable to touch him, to bridge the chasm between them. Her cries are a collision of emotions, a torrent of love and torment that fill the room. She speaks of a love that has festered
Leah's POV Am extremely exhausted and everything seems to be working against me. I haven't eaten for two days and being pregnant doesn't make it any easier. Somehow it feels like my brain is playing games with me but it seems this is reality. Confusion mingles with my fear as I try to make sense of her cryptic words. "Xavier? What does he have to do with any of this?" Sandra's eyes gleam with a mixture of pain and resentment as if she's revisiting a memory that still haunts her. "You have him now, don't you? The man who shattered my world." My heart skips a beat, pieces of a puzzle falling into place. "Wait, you and Xavier…?" Sandra's laughter is a bitter echo in the dimly lit room, devoid of any real mirth. "We used to be close, good friends. But one night, in the midst of drunken haze, he… he took my virginity. I thought it meant something, that maybe there was something more between us." My eyes widen, disbelief mingling with sympathy for the woman before me. The revelation
Leah's POV The cold, hard ground presses against my knees as I huddle in a dim corner of the warehouse. The stolen phone I've managed to secret away is my only connection to the outside world, my lifeline in this web of darkness that Sandra has woven around me. As the minutes stretch into an agonizing eternity, my fingers tremble as they punch in the numbers. The phone's screen casts a faint glow on my face, a glimmer of hope amidst the shadows that surround me. My heart hammers in my chest as the call connects. I try to be as low as possible not knowing where Sandra is or who she has left to watch over me. My voice wavers, a mix of desperation and fear as I try to convey the urgency of my situation without alerting Sandra to my actions. Every second feels like an eternity as I wait for him to answer, my desperation growing with each passing ring. "Hello?" His voice cuts through the darkness like a lifeline. "Xavier!" I breathe, relief flooding through me just at the sound of hi
Xavier's POV As we sit Many things run through my mind and right at this moment what will follow next will determine how fucked up I am. I remain silent as he continues with his explanation. "But," Santino continues, his voice catching, "things changed. Sandra's feelings for you... they evolved into something beyond friendship. She fell hard for you, Xavier. And when you started dating Alexandra, it devastated her." ''But how did you not recognize her or were you protecting her all along?'' ''No, not at all. I would never do that to you.'' The revelation hits me like a punch to the gut. I have been completely unaware of Sandra's feelings, of the turmoil brewing beneath the surface I would never be with her but at least I would have been more alert not to be caught by surprise. Santino's eyes hold a mixture of regret and pain as if he was sharing a secret he had carried for far too long. ''Did you love her?'' I ask. ''This one we see Yes I had some feelings but the Sandra am talk
I stood there amidst the flashing cameras and the eager chatter of reporters, my eyes fixed on Sandra as she confidently accepted the title of Chief Financial Officer of King Tech. A wave of disbelief surged through me, accompanied by a sharp pang of anger. This was not how things were supposed to go down. But I couldn't let my emotions show, not in front of the media. As the applause and questions filled the room, I forced myself to maintain a composed exterior. Inside, however, a tempest of thoughts raged. How had she managed to orchestrate this so perfectly? How had she manipulated the board, the media, and even my closest allies to ensure her rise to power? I had always known Sandra was ambitious, but I never fathomed the extent of her ruthlessness. It was a bitter realization that left a bitter taste in my mouth. The company that I had poured my heart and soul into was slipping through my fingers, and there she stood, the orchestrator of it all, basking in the spotlight what was
Xavier's POV The tension in the boardroom is palpable as I sit at the head of the long table, facing the board members and executives who once stood by my side. But now, their expressions are a mix of doubt and suspicion. I can sense the shift in the dynamics, the undercurrents of betrayal that have infiltrated even the closest of my allies especially when I had frozen the accounts. I called this emergency meeting to address the recent allegations and scandals that have rocked our company. The media storm, the accusations, and the subsequent investigation had caught us off guard. I had been working tirelessly to salvage our reputation, find the truth and clear our name. But now, facing these once loyal faces, I can't shake the feeling that something has changed. So much is piling up and now there is no certainty on who can be trusted. Mr. Kings," Robert one of the founding partners speaks up, his tone cautious. "We're concerned about the impact this scandal is having on the compa
Leah's POV As I wake up in the morning, I find the space beside me in bed empty. Xavier must have already left for work, not wanting to disturb my much-needed rest. I appreciate his concern, but I wish he had woken me. I hate feeling like he's carrying all of this alone. I push myself out of bed, still feeling the exhaustion from the events of the previous day and the pregnancy was not helping not that I'm complaining. The scandal, the accusations, and the constant media attention have taken a toll on me. I make my way to the kitchen, craving a cup of warm tea to soothe my nerves. Just as I'm pouring the water, my phone rings. I pick it up and see a familiar number flashing on the screen. Curiosity gets the better of me, and I answer. She still has a lot of questions to answer anyway. "Hello?" Her voice on the other end sounds broken, sobbing softly. Sandra rarely cries, so something about this feels off. "Leah," she manages to choke out between sobs, "it's Sandra. I need your he
Xavier's POV Leah falls asleep on the way back home, her exhaustion evident after the emotional rollercoaster we had been through. As I watch her peaceful expression, my mind still racing with thoughts. Emily's revelation about Kendra being the mastermind behind the scandal has shaken me to my core. But there was something else that was bothering me, a lingering suspicion that I couldn't shake off. Especially the stunt pulled the time she came to my house and at the funeral. Sandra's sudden involvement and determination to help us had set off alarms in my mind. Her connection to Emily, her knowledge of the scandal, and the way she was pushing us to pursue this investigation all seemed too convenient. Could she really be as innocent as she portrayed herself to be? Last I recall she was Leah's assistant who I fired. What I expect is anger, not help for Fucks sake! Once we were back home, I carefully carry Leah to our bedroom and tuck her in. She stirs slightly but doesn't wake up. I
I couldn't shake off the feeling that there was more to the pregnancy scandal than meet the eye. The timing was too perfect, too convenient. I had to find out who was behind this, who wanted to tear us apart. But then this war began before I was even in the picture but I will not let anyone harm my child again even if it means killing again I will do it. I pick up my phone and dial Xavier's number. He answers after a couple of rings. "Leah, I'm on my way to you," he says, his voice carrying a mix of concern and urgency. "Xavier, we need to talk," I reply, my tone resolute. "I know, baby. We will talk as soon as I get there." "No, Xavier, this can't wait. I need to know who's behind that scandal. The timing is too suspicious." There is a moment of silence on the other end of the line. "Leah, I have my suspicions too. I'll be there soon, and we'll figure this out together." As I hung up, a knock on the door interrupts my thoughts. Sandra stands there with a determined expression.