Chapter: 129.******Knowing what she had planned to do that Saturday morning Maria sat calmly at breakfast along with Lina and her daughter. Michael didn't come home in two days although it wasn't out of his character to stay days, even weeks away from home. This time however left a lingering sensation within Maria. Something seemed suspicious, something she couldn't put a finger on. So, in order not to worry about his whereabouts, she settled for the perfect plan. "Lina?" She started, putting away her cutleries and looking over at Lina who was busy eating her pancakes."Yes, Maria?" "It's the weekend and I made arrangements to take Allie Ice Skating today and I want you to come along." She announced and watched closely as Lina's face morphed into one of confusion. Although Lina thought it was weird how she out of the kindness of her heart would invite her out on something like this considering the huge fight they both had a few days ago but then it wouldn't be out of Maria's chara
Chapter: 130.******Both men walked around the new construction site with the Engineer following closely behind them, pointing out and reporting specific details as he did so. This was his most recent project, another Casino Hotel in the very heart of Mayfair City. As the man spoke, both men nodded along with a few words here or there. It looked impressive, to say the least; it was an enormous structure in the middle of the city, the entire structure rising at least thirty meters above its foundation. It would be the tallest building in Mayfair and if this were a movie set then everyone would be looking at it like they've just seen God's own castle. When Matthew suggested that he expand his horizons, 'Reach farther, my brother, there's a whole world out there, pitch your nests, mark your claims, make names' to put it in his exact words, Michael laughed at his twin but now he is glad to be taking his advice. Before they left for the airport that morning both he and Easton had a little
Chapter: 131.******Michael frowned, staring at the boy through the glass doors with the elevator already beginning its ascent Thomas had to chase after them through the stairs since that elevator was the only current functional one and by the time he reached the top floors he was out of breath and the men had gone round and had finished with inspection. It was time for Michael to meet with his chief Engineer. As soon as they came out the door they saw Tom sprinting down the hallway. The lad had an anxious look on his face and when he caught sight of the two men he skidded to a stop, breathing heavily. He was so breathless he couldn't speak and after a few moments he managed a gasp and said something, but Michael was unable to hear him. Shaking his head he waved off the boy in dismissal and began to walk towards the nearest room and pushed open the double doors. Inside he saw his Chief Engineer laying orders to a few more Engineers and their respective site supervisors, the architect
Chapter: 132.******Seated calmly in the Executive meeting that evening was only tolerable because on his right hand sat Alexander and each time he would turn to his side and see him there a smile so profound would wash over his features and he would relax once again. He couldn't help but smile back whenever Alexander would make eye contact with him, the look of adoration never fails to light up his face, especially when the man would wink at him. The small action always left his heart pounding and a tingling sensation in his skin that he could not explain. Alexander turns to him now, still smiling as his eyes scan over his face and his lips curl into an even bigger smile before his eyes finally meet Matthew's, his phone pointed at his face but Matthew was far too gone staring at that beautifully sinful face he hadn't noticed it. "You have a call," Alexander says softly, eyes motioning to the phone in his hand. Matthew chuckled awkwardly when he noticed the phone in his hands and to
Chapter: 133.******Dressed nicely in a dress she bought only minutes ago, Maria sat in her car in front of the familiar hotel, the driver's door open, a warm smile spread across her glossed lips. Her plans had worked out even better than she thought they would and by this time tomorrow they would be leaving the city richer than ever, with the love of her life beside her. She couldn't be happier and with Lina out of the picture, nothing could stand in her way. It was her fault she meddled in her business, she should have kept her smart mouth shut and none of this would have happened to her. She was old, her death was inevitable. Getting out of the car, she adjusted her gown and checked her makeup before shutting and sauntering down the parking lot and toward the entrance doors. The door opened with a soft click and the old man at the front desk greeted her with his usual warm smile. "Good evening, Ms." He says with a slight bow of his head. "Thank you," Maria answers back politely,
Chapter: 134.******He's only messing with her. She won't let him fool her anymore. He's obviously enjoying the reaction he's pushing out of her, she won't give him that satisfaction anymore."You're joking." She blurted out."Whatever tickles your fancy, Maria, believe what you want, I don't care.""Was this why you changed our plans?" She asked, knowing they had agreed for both she and her daughter to get kidnapped but his men had dropped her off and taken her daughter instead. She hadn't questioned the little twist until now. "Were you going to get rid of me?" She stuttered."Maria, you're really smart, you know that," Lorenzo started with a slight frown. "Yes, I intended to let you go easy because I didn't want to take any chances with you, your daughter, Michael wouldn't breathe easy until she is safe and home but with you, there may be some challenges." "I'm his wife!" She barked bitterly."I thought you wanted to run away with me," Lorenzo mocked. "You can't possibly be that
Chapter: 135.*****All four men sat around a table in the VIP lounge in Michael's club impatiently waiting for information before they made their moves. Alexander wasn't without tears in his eyes, as hours ticked by he feared for the worse and the safety of his precious daughter. He didn't like not knowing what the situation was but all he could do was wait with the rest and so he sat, legs bouncing shakily, palms sweaty, heart beating an unsteady rhythm within his chest. Easton would often look toward him and briefly grab one of his hands, squeezing them reassuringly, telling him without speaking out loud that he was there with him. Michael's phone began to ring, tearing apart the silence that has clouded them for a brief moment, the sound had Alexander jumping and his eyes snapped toward Michael who frowned upon seeing the caller. Alexander paid attention to his call, hoping it was the one they were expecting but once he heard that name, he wanted to strangle her through the phone.
Chapter: 136.******Meanwhile walking into the old warehouse barefooted, Tide looked around the dark space, a single light bulb glowed from a distance, its light illuminating his path, the floor littered with debris and broken glass. In the middle of the room were six crates laid side by side, each box labeled with number codes, Tide opened the first one and was met with rows of guns, several rifles, and shotguns all laying neatly inside. Next were boxes filled with some bagged substance he didn't know what they were, and the last one contained several large knives, having no use of those things he shut the crates and proceeded to walk further down. With the exception of the light bulb, it was pitch black until his ears caught a slight rustling noise ahead of him.He moved forward slowly, his fingers brushing against the rough concrete wall, following the faint glow he noticed a door a few meters away from him, cautiously he approached it but before he could reach the handle a voice