Brown Corporation:-The Board Room:-Continuing, he looked around the room, meeting the gaze of each board member, and asked, “My assistant sent you all the proofs I gathered in these four hours. I’m sure you all must have seen them.”His voice remained composed, but there was an undercurrent of urgency in his tone. The evidence presented was damning, leaving no room for doubt. Mr. White knew the gravity of the situation, and he wanted everyone in the room to be fully aware of the implications.“Yes, we saw them!” They replied in unison, their faces contorted with fury.The revelation that their very own CEO had been operating another business in secret hit them like a tidal wave. The sense of betrayal hung heavily in the air, and the board members were visibly incensed.“Infuriating, indeed, to know that our own CEO has cheated us,” one of them interjected with palpable anger.“Absolutely! It’s crystal clear that Mr. Hunter has violated the rules. Legal action is the only appropriate
Nathan Kingston sat in his home office, a sleek and modern space adorned with bookshelves filled with legal volumes and awards. His attention was fully focused on the video conference with one of his high-profile clients. They were discussing a complex legal matter, and Nathan was deep in thought, analyzing the situation and providing expert advice.As the video conference concluded, Nathan leaned back in his chair, a sense of accomplishment washing over him. “Thank you for your time, Mr. Ross. I’ll have my team draft the necessary documents and send them over for your review by tomorrow.”Mr. Ross, a distinguished businessman, nodded and replied, “Thank you, Nathan. I trust your judgment completely, and I appreciate your prompt assistance in this matter. Looking forward to receiving the documents.”With a smile, Nathan bid him farewell, ending the call. As he leaned forward to close his laptop, he made sure to check a special document.“This will come in handy in a few days.” He whis
Next day, Kiara’s POV:-Corporate Crisis Unfolds—Hunter Brown Stripped of CEO Role Amidst Accusations of Betrayal and Fraud!Shockwaves in the Corporate World; Hunter Brown, CEO of Brown Corporation, Removed Amidst Scandal!Hunter Brown’s Reign as CEO Ends Abruptly in Light of Damaging Revelations, Company in Turmoil!Brown Corporation CEO Hunter Brown’s Removal Triggers Chaos in Stock Exchange, Investors Bewildered!I scrolled through the news articles on my tablet, my heart heavy with a mix of emotions. The headlines blared the shocking news of Hunter Brown’s removal as the CEO of Brown Corporation. My fingers traced the edge of the tablet as I read the words detailing the accusations and revelations that had led to his downfall.The news from last night ought to make the sensational headline today. Neither Brown Corporation nor Hunter himself is a small name that the removal of the CEO so abruptly won’t make it to the flash line of each media outlet.Reading it all for half an hour
The Hospital:-Kiara’s POV:-She hummed before asking about Aunty. “And how is Mrs. Adams doing? Any improvement in her condition?” her voice filled with concern.She knows everything that has been transpiring for three days. The very night when this all began, she had called me, but I couldn’t receive it as Viaan was unconscious and I had no will to move away from him. But, luckily Rachel didn’t receive her call, thinking it was one of my colleagues.So, when she told me about it the next morning, I immediately called Soph when I got a little time away from everyone. Then we talked last night too. So, she knows all.We had talked about everything last night when Viaan slept after having an emotional breakdown in my arms.“Not very much. Still under that critical observation period.” I exhaled slowly on the other end of the line, my mind still a whirlwind from the events of the past few days. “It’s been quite a roller coaster, Soph. There are moments of hope, but then setbacks follow.
The Hospital:-Kiara’s POV:-“Shut up, Kia. Just shut up!” Soph snapped, sternly. Her breathing was ragged as of an angry bull. I heard her scolding me after the silence of ten seconds. “I told you not to repeat it ever. What would you take to realize this?” Her harsh tone didn’t hurt me once, for I know she had only been wishing for my betterment.But what do I do with this thought that kept crawling into my mind every now and then? I sniffed a long breath, my lips pressed hard between my teeth. A few warm drops finally crumbled down, wetting my lashes.This was painful at many levels. My heart twisted agonizingly.“Soph,” I paused, gulping the heavy lump. “Realization sometimes comes through the happenings of life. Ignoring them might be the biggest mistake.” My voice sounded groggy, as I mumbled with a heavy heart and constricted throat.“That being said, Kia, you should realize that it was all bound to happen. Look at it the other way…” Her voice softened. She tried to make me und
Writer’s POV:-“What?” Kiara shrieked, her eyes widened in horror. It totally skipped her mind about Sister Mary being unaware of her story. “She saw the news, didn’t she?” In a hushed panicked voice, she asked for confirmation. Her fear only came true when Sophie hummed concernedly.“She did, that’s why I’m saying she was livid when I talked last,” Sophie replied, her tone laced with pity for Kiara.The more the troubles were coming her way the more the girl was getting prone to them.“Please tell me what did she say? I shall be at least a bit prepared for her reaction.” Kiara mumbled, her throat bobbing up and down as she gulped to wet the sudden dryness. “God, she must be damn mad at me for hiding things from her.” She mumbled mindlessly as the nervousness peaked in, forgetting the fact that Sophie could hear even her whispers.The woman behind the call took a deep breath, understanding her fears, and tried to lessen them a bit. “Kia, I won’t lie, she was as furious as you’re presu
The triumphant smile made its way to Viaan’s lips as he opened the door of the hospital room after reading this, only to get shocked at Kiara’s words as she spoke through her phone.“No, Viaan doesn’t know about it!” Her hushed yet emphasized tone halted him in his spot. Her voice was strong and assertive, but there was an underlying tension that caught his attention. “And I’m afraid I can’t even tell him right now.” She said strongly, pressurizing her words when the sound of the door opening echoed in the empty room, freezing her in her place.His excitement quickly turned to shock when he heard Kiara’s voice coming from the window corner. His victorious smile slowly faded as he stood still, pushing the door further inside the room.As the door creaked further, Kiara’s eyes widened in horror, her heart pounding in her chest. Fear gripped her as she realized that someone might have overheard her words.And her doubts turn true when she heard the familiar voice of her husband questioni
Stepping closest to her, he asked, “Are you hiding something that you shouldn’t?” Viaan looked straight into her eyes, questioning gravely.So grave that sent chills down her spine. “N-No!” She shook her head frantically, another fearful wave washing over her. “There’s nothing like that.” Her meek voice barely made it to his ears. Thanks to the eerie silence that wrapped them around, Viaan could hear her fumbled words by her.A few seconds passed by with him staring sharply into her eyes as if they were penetrating into her soul and fetching out some dark secrets. With a bod up and down her throat, she gulped down on her spit.“Why are looking at me like that, Viaan?” Kiara hesitated, asking that gaze out. The air turned heavier between them. It definitely gave her awful vibes.“Like what?” Viaan made no attempt to hide the hoarseness of his tone.Reluctantly, Kiara had to reply. “Like you’re doubting my words.”She was already on the verge of breaking into shivers when even the surro
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