Kiara’s POV:-I dialed Viaan's number from her phone, handing the phone to Maa. Concern etched across her face. She held the phone to her ear, waiting for him to answer. Then I don’t know what came to her mind, and she kept it in speaker mode."Hello, Maa," Viaan's warm voice echoed through the phone. “Hello, Viaan! Where are you, son?” She sounded so sweet, asking about his whereabouts. Their bond always brings a smile to my lips."In the office, Maa. What happened? Everything alright?” Concerned laced his voice.“Yes, everything is alright. I was just worried about you and was missing you, too.” Maa answered in a low tone. I can understand her sadness. We have been late in waking up today and even after that Viaan didn’t get enough time to spend with Maa as he had to go to the office."I'm sorry I couldn't spend more time with you today. Work has been hectic." Viaan said apologetically. "It's okay, son. Just make sure to take care of yourself and not overwork. Your health is more
I took her hand, giving it an affectionate squeeze. "I'm not going anywhere, Maa. I'll be right here."She closed her eyes, a content smile on her face. "You're a good girl, Kiara. I'm so proud of you." Within minutes, her breathing slowed as she slipped into sleep.I watched over her gently, grateful for the bond we shared and the love and care she had given me, even when she was hurt because of me. "Sweet dreams, Maa," I whispered. "I love you." Placing a kiss on her forehead. Pulling the duvet over her properly, I glanced at her sleeping face one more time before leaving the room.After ensuring that Maa was comfortable and had everything she needed, I stepped out of her room and found Peter and the other staff lingering in the hallway."Peter, everyone, you can all go to your quarters. Viaan will be late tonight, and I'll take care of things here," I informed them with a warm smile.They nodded, expressing their understanding, and dispersed to their respective quarters. With a si
Hunter's Apartment:-The room was bathed in the soft glow of night, the lamposts a few metres away cast a warm hue on the walls. Jenny sat by the window, her gaze fixed on the distant as she waited for Hunter to return. The clock ticked away, each passing second adding to the anticipation that hung in the air.Unable to contain her restlessness, Jenny decided to delve into the past, seeking solace in the cherished memories captured in Hunter's childhood photo album. With a tender touch, she opened the worn pages, each image a portal to a time when joy was abundant, and the weight of the world had yet to find its way to her son's shoulders.As she flipped through the pages, the images unfolded like a story, a narrative of Hunter's early years. There he was, a bundle of energy and laughter, his eyes sparkling with innocence. Jenny traced her fingers over the photographs, reliving the moments frozen in time.One picture captured a sunny day in the backyard, Hunter chasing after soap bubb
Adams’ Corps:-Viaan and Leo were sitting in the former’s cabin waiting for Ryan who texted ten minutes ago that he was on his way but stuck in traffic. So, they thought to wait for him. To kill time, Viaan and Leo were reading a file related to Mr. Russo.Suddenly they saw Neil quickly open the door and rushed to them. His face was pale and distressed as he walked in. "Sir, I'm so sorry to disturb you," he said to Viaan in a panicked voice. "My sister has fallen down the stairs at home. My parents are taking her to the hospital right now and they asked me to come immediately." Viaan and Leo gasped in concern. "What? Is she alright?" Viaan asked, concerned."No, sir, she has bled so much!" Neil replied, his voice shaking. "Her head banged the staircase and her arm bent the other way." The guy was on the brink of crying. Unshed tears filled his eyes as he narrated."Oh god," Leo gasped.Viaan ordered immediately. "You should leave right now, Neil. go be with your sister," Viaan said
Natasha Brown, the newly appointed CEO of Brown Corporation, found herself standing at the threshold of her first official meeting. The expansive boardroom, adorned with sleek furniture and state-of-the-art technology, emanated an air of corporate sophistication. Natasha, clad in a tailored charcoal suit, felt a mixture of excitement and trepidation as she prepared to address the executive team.The room hushed to a near silence as Natasha took her place at the head of the imposing table, facing the expectant gazes of the seasoned executives. The legacy of her father, Hunter Brown, hung in the air, casting both a shadow and a challenge for Natasha to navigate."Good morning, everyone. Thank you for being here today," Natasha began, her voice steady, though the subtle quiver betrayed the nerves beneath the surface. The senior executives, accustomed to Hunter Brown's commanding presence, observed with a mix of curiosity and skepticism."As the new CEO of Brown Corporation, I recognize t
Charles's voice echoed through Nathan's phone, cutting through the ambient sounds of the office. Startled by the unexpected call, Nathan hastily answered, "Hello?""Did you see the news, Nathan?" Charles's tone held a sly satisfaction, a hint of delight at the unfolding events.Nathan furrowed his brows, glancing at his computer screen, where numerous tabs displayed the latest news articles. "What news are you talking about?""GRACE Corporation, my friend. Looks like Hunter Brown is in hot water," Charles declared, relishing every word.Curiosity piqued, Nathan quickly navigated to a news website. The headlines painted a vivid picture of GRACE's downfall – investors abandoning ship, a company in crisis, and uncertainty about its future. He scrolled through the articles, absorbing the details."Looks like Hunter's empire is crumbling," Charles chuckled on the other end, his satisfaction evident. "His ruthless tactics are finally catching up with him."Nathan's eyes narrowed as he proce
Next Day:-Adams Villa:-The morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a gentle glow across the living room of Viaan and Kiara's home. With Leena off for her physiotherapy session, Kiara seized the moment to catch up on the news, her phone lying dormant for the entirety of the previous day.As she opened the browser, intending to browse through updates and perhaps indulge in a few moments of distraction, the headlines that greeted her instantly arrested her attention. The news about GRACE Corporation's turmoil sprawled across the screen, and Kiara found herself frozen in place, her eyes scanning the words as if trying to unravel a perplexing mystery.*GRACE Corporation in Freefall: Major Investors Abandon Ship!**GRACE in Crisis: Investors Abandon Ship, Future Uncertain.**After Adams Corps, now GRACE faces a major setback and is bigger than the former.*The gravity of the situation began to sink in, and Kiara's mind raced to comprehend the implications of this unexpected dow
The spacious boardroom was an arena of tension, the polished table reflecting the collective concern etched on the faces of the board members. Viaan Adams, the CEO of Adams Corps, faced a barrage of questions regarding the recent turmoil within the company. Mr. Johnson, a senior board member, cut straight to the chase."Viaan, we're deeply troubled by the recent events. The sudden departure of major shareholders has raised alarms. What's your plan to address this crisis and reassure our investors?"Viaan took a moment to collect his thoughts before responding. "I understand the gravity of the situation. We're conducting a thorough internal review to identify any issues that may have led to this situation. Our primary focus is on stabilizing the company and regaining the trust of our shareholders."Ms. Roberts, a seasoned board member, pressed further. "The media is drawing parallels with other companies. How do you intend to handle this and prevent a further decline in investor confid
Writer’s POV:-Mr. Moore wiped the sweat off his forehead while waiting for the call to be received.“Hello!” The reply came as soon as the call was received.“I have done my work. Now give me my thing back!” He said over the call.“I am impressed with your quickness, Mr. Moore.” a masculine heavy voice was heard from the other side. “I thought you would still take a few more days. But no. You proved why this is priceless to you. Excellent, old man.” With a dark chuckle, the man added. The words were more like a mocking of Mr. Moore’s efforts, and that made the elderly man clench his fingers.Mr. Moore’s entire body shook with rage. At that moment, he wanted nothing but to thrash everything around. To get the man in a chokehold and punch him straight across the face for making him dance on his fingers. However, the helplessness of the situation had him holding from behind. He can’t act repulsive. Not at this stage when he is so close to the one thing that he has been finding for sever
Viaan’s POV:-I helped Maa get down from the car, supporting her gently as she stepped onto the gravel path. As soon as her eyes fell on the scene in front of us, she froze. Her fingers tightened around my palm, clutching mine with a grip that spoke volumes.“Viaan, this…” She began, her voice trailing off as disbelief washed over her.Not believing what she saw, she was struggling to find the right set of words. Her lips wobbled putting an impromptu pause. She looked back at me, her gaze searching for confirmation, her body trembling slightly.That was my cue to confirm her doubts.With pride and emotions lacing my own voice, I squeezed her shoulders and nodded. “Paradis d’Amour, Maa. Our dream.” I announced, taking my mother in a half hug from sideways, holding onto her as tightly as I could.She averted her gaze back to the property. With a dip in her brows, she looked at me once again, “Huh?”I knew, I knew she was getting the meaning of my words but the yearning self of hers want
Writer’s POV:-“Where are you taking us, Viaan? At least tell me now.” Leena asked for the nth time, getting annoyed at her son’s silence over the matter.Viaan, like the previous times, smiled mischievously and answered without looking back. “Patience, Maa, patience. You’ll come to know soon.”Leena scoffed audibly, narrowing her eyes at her son’s mischief, and scolded him lightly. “That ‘soon’ of yours has not come since the last three and a half hours of our journey. How long more would you keep it a secret?” Her eyes wrinkled at the corners while her nose flared in annoyance.Her anger didn’t seem to affect Viaan a bit as the man chuckled loudly. “As I said, it is a surprise, Maa. I’m not telling you to spoil the fun already.” He refused to reveal, making his mother smack his arms from the backseat.“You have become too naughty these days.” She said through her gritted teeth, only to get a burst of hearty laughter from her son.Huffing, she crossed her hands across her chest and s
Writer’s POV:-“Thank you so much, Guys.” An emotional Viaan expressed his gratitude to the two of the constant pillars of his life.Receiving brotherly pats on his back as a response, he reluctantly broke the hug. His dull face was uplifted with the pure essence of their support throughout his life.“You —” Ryan started to speak, but then his eyes narrowed as he studied Viaan’s features more closely. “Were you crying, Viaan?” His eyes scanned Viaan’s face with concern.On cue, Leo also took a closer look. “Yeah, you look off!” He exclaimed, pointing out the obvious signs of distress.Viaan stilled. His smile dropped into a thin line. Immediately, he averted his eyes away from them and looked everywhere around.How come Ryan observed that? His shoulders tensed once again.“No. Why would I cry?” He chuckled nervously shrugging his shoulders, not wanting them to read his face further.“Then why are your eyes red and moist?” Ryan scoffed, narrowing his eyes. “Don’t lie through your teeth
Back in the present time, The PenthouseViaan’s POV, :Looking at the keys, I fisted them tightly. I was in my penthouse where I had come just an hour ago to get freshened up. Last night, I had to lie to Kia and Maa as I had spent entire hours in planning for the surprise for Maa. Then this morning the leftover documentation took my time while I also went to check for last-minute preparations. I just happened to come here one hour ago as I can’t go directly to home. And as soon as I came here, the first thing I did was to call Maa. She deserves the surprise the most.All through this while, I also kept myself reassured that this was not a dream anymore but a reality.A beautiful reality.A certain kind of peace filled my heart. I felt the cores of my eyes moistening up. Our dream was finally completed.“Paradis d’Amour is finally ours, Papa. I completed your and Maa’s dreams.” My voice choked with emotions as I looked at the picture frame on my desk while placing the keys reverently b
Writer’s POV:-“Did Viaan tell when will he come?” Leena asked Kiara who was serving her breakfast.Her hands stopped in the air and she raised her head to her mother-in-law. “No, Maa. He had just dropped the text last night that he wouldn’t be coming home tonight as he had an urgent meeting and some important work. So, he is perhaps staying at the penthouse itself.” Kiara sighed, continuing to fill Leena’s plate.Leena nodded recalling the text Kiara showed her last night. Viaan had specifically mentioned to tell Leena about it, he himself didn’t text her thinking she must be asleep by then.It was around eleven in the morning. Both the ladies were having a late breakfast today, as Kiara was nauseous and not feeling good this morning; thus she had delayed her meal.Although Leena had something light earlier as she had to have medicines as well, she still joined Kiara in the late meal.It was Leena’s assistance that she was even eating, lest she was all ready to ditch the breakfast to
Writer’s POV:-“And the man said that Mr. Adams is ready to meet at the earliest possible date,” Daniel revealed, sounding serious and firm.Hunter sat straight with a jerk, his brows dipping in. “How come he agreed this early? Didn’t he and his lawyer want time?” The question triggered his mind, he inquired in a disbelieving tone.The frown went deeper on his face; his eyeballs moving constantly as he tried to figure out Viaan’s step. One thing was crystal clear neither Viaan nor his lawyer saw this proposal as a simple invitation to get rid of legal troubles. Hence it was very much acceptable for his rival to seek time to agree or even deny.That’s why, even when this frustrated Hunter, he was ready for any secret investigation Viaan did on him. But little did he expect, that his acceptance would come this early and fast.He heard Daniel huffing from the other end and came out of his thoughts. “I have no idea, Sir. But if they are ready then why not proceed? This was the plan after
Writer’s POV:-“Kia, calm down. Ryan said that he won’t reveal anything to Viaan.” Sophie tried to calm her down, but the girl was far from calming down.A ready havoc was created in her mind and heart and she had no idea how to deal with it.“But he didn’t even give me any time, Soph. All he allowed me is tonight.” Kiara retorted, holding her breath in apprehension.She can hear her heart pounding in her ears, and sweat beads adorning her temples even after the decreased temperature of AC.Her words followed a silence before Sophie sighed audibly. “You have taken more than you should, Kia. You can’t avoid it any longer. Dr. Ryan was right when he said the more delay you are making the harder it would be to make Viaan understand.” Sophie indirectly quoted Ryan’s words from the last evening.“Out of all people, you should be understanding my dilemma, Soph.” Kiara clicked her tongue, getting annoyed at not finding any solution. “I didn’t wait for Tyler to just wake up, but I needed to k
Writer’s POV:-“Not only this but also the fact that Aaron is Tyler and Sophie’s son!” Ryan’s voice was steady, but there was a hint of solemnity in his tone.As Ryan dropped the bombshell, Kiara and Sophie froze, their eyes widening in shock. The words hung in the air, heavy with the weight of the revelation.A revelation that Kiara least expected today.The room fell into a stunned silence. The only thing audible at that moment was the ticking of the clock and the lazy evening wind coming through the open windows of Ryan’s cabin.With a composed face, Ryan watched the two women in front of him, trying hard to digest the truth he just disclosed.He knew this was going to be their reaction once her tells them the truth, but still watching them doing so, made him amused.Did they really think they would keep this massive truth away from him?Did they seriously think he wasn’t going to find it out, ever? He was a doctor, for God’s sake. It was impossible for this truth to be a secret fr