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Eric woke up from the ground, he couldn't get himself to sleep on the bed alone he didn't feel worthy. He looked at the time and recalled he was to take his sister to the airport today.He quickly rushed out and went straight home, and then saw his sister already bidding everyone bye."Hey, Eric where have you been, you look drained did you drink?" Camilla asked concerned"No I promised Eve, I wouldn't. So I won't take a drop until she tells me to" Eric said"You look so awful son" Wendy said Eric totally ignoring her presence said to his sister."Come on let's go to the airport you don't want to miss your flight""Alright take this to the car for me" Camilla said handing out her hand bag to her immediate brother Eric and the latter took it and went to sit on the car, warming its engines."Dad, mum think about what we discussed earlier, you saw how pale your child looks. I have to go now... Dad remember to come visit soon, the kids really miss their grandfather" Camilla said "I will
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After making a sumptuous meal for the man she loved and cherished for 14 whole years, Adelle sat down waiting patiently and soon after she stood up and began pacing about the room feeling restless... Maybe it was paranoia or she was being pessimistic either way she just couldn't help but worry.'Wade, please just come home safely, a lot of people might want to hurt you. Just come home to me safely, then the rest I will personally take care of it... Just come home to me in one piece' Adelle thought as she paces."Sit down will you? You are making me dizzy, damn it." Percy said"Not one word out of you Percy, what do you want me to do? I haven't set eyes on him for years and now that he is coming home, it is taking forever. You can't tell me not to worry alright. What if... what if something happens along the way?" Adelle said her voice shaky"Stop being paranoid. Do you really trust less of Zach's ability to bring Wade home? Well I don't, but then you never know. That's why Oliver isn'
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"Lance, track this number and give me feedback ASAP." Eric ordered"I will get right on that Sir" Lance saidEric then called Elvis his Personal Assistant."Yes boss?""Get me a new house, anything you think would be suitable to my taste" Eric ordered"Working on that sire" Elvis replied"Good, thank you." Eric said and then hung up and drove straight to the condominium, where he and Evelyn lived a good life even though it was short lived.'Evelyn I can't stay here alone, when I find you, I'll live with you again. I miss you babe, where are you? I know you are doing this so as not to be found but I will find you and make you mine no matter how long it takes I will.' Eric thought while looking around.After a while he began packing all of his belongings and also their portrait together.TWO DAYS LATER After resting for two days, Wade decided to call all of his guys over, for some serious conversation."Hey Zach could you call the guys over? its time" Wade said as he walked to the balc
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Eric got up from the chair he was sitting on for hours in his office since he can't seem to focus, he began pacing about feeling restless.He had not been able to find nor get any information on Evelyn's supposed friend. His phone rang it was his mum he disregarded it and switched off his phone.Hours later the door to his office flung open and Monica walked in, swaying her hips.'I don't care about what is going on between you and your family, but you are still my fiance.' Monica thought'What on earth is this ugly witch doing here? Calm down Eric, she is the daughter of Aaron Smith and the man has always been nice to you, so keep your cool' Eric thought so he relaxed but with a cringed brow.Since Monica isn't saying anything he decided to ask"What are you doing here Monica?""I am surprised you didn't call me an ugly witch today, that's a progress." Monica said"I asked why you are here." Eric said"I came to visit my man, is that something weird to do?" Monica said"What do you
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"Lee we are here, open the gate" Zach announcedImmediately the gate opened, and they both went in.Evelyn was the one to open the door for them and welcomed them in.Evelyn then made hot cups of coffee for them both and added some cookies to go with it, while they discussed."Okay any questions? He will answer them all" Zach said"Who are you and why are you helping us?" Lee asked"I am Wade Johnson, an ex convict. And I am helping you achieve justice because we both have the same enemies and I feel like I should help you get that""Why? Its not like you know me from anywhere or something" Evelyn said"I know you, because I was among those who raided your home that day. I was the one sent by the Aragon's to kill every living thing and burn your house to the ground" Wade said"What? What do you mean?" Evelyn asked alerted"I was the person who personally shot that maid that was hiding you that day... Of course I saw you running off through that door way, I can recall vividly. Just hop
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"Good Morning Ma'am Wendy""Where is breakfast?""Here it is"Wendy takes a bite and instantly knew she didn't make this, because the taste of the food was different from everything she has ever known and tasted."Why on earth did you give someone else to make breakfast instead of making it yourself?" Wendy yelled out loud at Betty"Sorry, but there will be no breakfast from me to you anymore." Betty said sternlyEdmund who sat down all this time quiet asked"Why Betty, was it because of what happened few days ago?""Partially, but I think it's time to retire. I was brought in by you both because my husband passed away while working vigorously for your company. You hired me to cater and to watch over the kids but I decided to be a cook for the household, while being a nanny to say thanks for looking out for us all. But it is time I retired Sir Edmund, my kids need me now more than ever." Betty said"I understand that Betty dear, you have been a part of this household for years, and I
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"Hey have you been crying or something? Your eyes are all puffed up sis." Jack said at the airport when he came to bring Monica home after observing that her facial expression isn't as lively as it should be."Nothing okay? I am fine, I think something entered my eyes" Monica liedJack being an observer knew something was wrong but he didn't pursue the issue at that moment."Okay come on let's go home, its freezing out here that's why I brought you the jacket.""You are so thoughtful bro come on"So they entered into the car and the driver drove off.On their way Monica was extremely quiet.'I know that jerk must have done something to her because I don't buy the storyline, I mean Monica was so happy she'll be getting engaged to him and the next minute they call off the engagement because she isn't ready? Something is going on and I am going to find out what it is' Jack thought."We are here" The driver saidAnd they both came down and walked into their house.Cecilia was already wait
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"One down, two to go" Evelyn said feeling victorious"Glad" Zach said"Congratulations on owning back half of your family's wealth which was supposed to be yours from the start" Wade said "Thanks Wade, but this isn't time to be celebrating, the Aragon's are next" Evelyn said"I believe so, but then you will not be going back to them as a poor girl or as Evelyn Morse, but as a billionaire and owner of Mill's enterprise" Wade said"Not just that, the new owner of Aragon's holdings" Zach added"Can't wait to see their faces when they find out who I truly am" Evelyn said"But we need to plan, and be more than ready to face them." Zach said"Indeed" Evelyn saidZach's phone rang and it was Oliver he excused himself and picked up"Hey Oliver what's happening?" Zach asked"Adelle is throwing tantrums again." Oliver said"Tell her I'll be coming over soon, we don't want to disturb nor distract Wade from his missions." Zach said and hung upAnd so they ate dinner and went to bed that night.T
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"Uncle Aaron?" Evelyn said surprised he was there and not at the wedding Hall."The guests are all growing impatient out there so I drove here only to see you both admiring each other" Aaron said"Why must you always be there to cause a nuisance old friend?" Edmund said"Silly you, we made a promise to always do things together and this is no exception" Aaron said glaring daggers at EdmundEvelyn smiled showing off her cute dimple looking at the two older men bickering in front of her. Yes, she might have lost her biological dad when she was eight but now she gained two more.They entered into the car and sped off towards the wedding hall.In the wedding hall, Eric became nervous, he just couldn't contain it.'Where are you? I don't get all this separation stuff, we could have just come together but no they won't let us' Eric thought.Lance noticed how Eric was since he was his best man for the day and said"Will you lighten up? Your bride is not running off you know?" "Just shut up
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"Its been almost a month now are you still thinking about it?" Evelyn asked her best friend Lee"Why are you so intent on asking this of me?" Lee asked "Because I want my kid to grow up in a peaceful environment, I want its godfather to be at peace with it's father." Evelyn said"What... What do you mean? Are you?" Lee asked"I am pregnant" Evelyn finally said"Again? Oh good gracious this is great news." Lee said happily, they both thought she will never be able to bear a child, because of the news that doctor Mariana told them about her womb almost damaged. "I know right?" Evelyn said smiling"How far gone did the doctor say?" Lee asked"Almost a month" Evelyn said"Does he know about it?" Lee asked"Not yet, I just came from the hospital and went straight here... I needed to see you and break the news to you." Evelyn said "Wow!! Come here" Lee hugged Evelyn and the latter said"I know you are hurting and all but please stop clinging to the past, your dad wouldn't want you to be
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They went home that night and Eric was so dejectedEric then asked his fiancee"Babe...""Yes love?" Evelyn said"Um... do you know why Lee hates me?" Eric asked"Oh... um it was because of something you did to him when he was younger." Evelyn saidEric was confused hearing this so he said,"Younger? I am not sure I have met him before dear." "You have... years ago, but then he got angry since then." Evelyn said"I still don't recall" Eric said"Actually you were the one who killed his family?" Evelyn finally said"What? How come I don't recall any of this?" Eric asked"Okay Lee's full name is Lee Zhou" Evelyn said"The Zhou's? No wonder" Eric said sad"Do you remember now?" Evelyn asked"Yes I did a terrible thing that day, please help me talk to him dear... I need to make amends" Eric said"Okay, I'll support you... I'll call him to meet up tomorrow or next then you both can take it from there.""Thanks love" Eric said sulking, feelings of guilt clouded his thoughts as he recalled
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Over the months, Lee found love in Amanda's eyes and they both began dating.They began knowing things about themselves, Lee opened up to Amanda about everything from how he lost his family to the Aragon's and how far he has come.Lee brought Amanda to his dojo for the first time today."Wow!!! This place is beautiful" Amanda exclaimed"Master Lee welcome" A student said bowing and left Amanda was surprised to know that Lee had such side to him"Whoa!! Well, I love your dojo Master Lee Zhou" Amanda said teasingly"Thank you Miss Amanda Barry" Lee said"So Master Lee, care to teach me the ways of martial arts? I want to be able to teach our kids too" Amanda said after admiring the people training"You are one silly woman you know that?" Lee said"And its all for you and you alone" Amanda said They both chuckled.~~~Evelyn was at Eric's mansion the one he purchased for them both, she was in the kitchen about to do the dishes when Eric came and said"Babe?""Yes dear?" Evelyn replied"
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Rumors had it that Wendy opened her eyes, this made Evelyn's heart boil with rage.'Will I never get rid of you? You feel like you have nine lives don't you?' Evelyn thought.She began looking for a way to be able to meet her one last time so she puts an end to her.Hours later, Evelyn excused herself and went in search of Wendy's room wore a doctor's outfit with a nose mask and walked into room 12 when she knew that no one was in there.She then walked up to the bed where Wendy was laying and a feeling of excitement as well as fulfilment overwhelmed her so she walked up to her and to her surprise, Wendy's eyes opened.This made her smile even more, she removed her nose mask and said"Wendy Aragon, how are you feeling? I am sure your entire body is paralysed now"Wendy wanted to close her eyes but Evelyn tapped her face to keep her awake and said"I am not done with you witch, so you can't die just yet. You need to look at the one who caused your downfall, it is I Evelyn Mills. So tak
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"Hey handsome" Amanda said over the phone"Hi Amy" Lee said"Where are you?" She asked"On my way to get lunch for Evelyn" Lee said plainly"You really care about her, huh?" Amanda said"Yeah I do, but why do I sense a little bit of jealousy?" Lee said"Well you can't blame me. Ever since I saw you at the company I felt a connection between us" Amanda said"Oh me too, I felt it too." Lee said"So... What should we do about it?" Amanda asked "Not sure, still thinking." Lee said"Alright handsome, say hi to Evelyn for me." Amanda said"Why do you sound so tired?" Lee asked"I am in the company, doing some stuff for her she needs time to be with her brother." Amanda said"Have you eaten yet?" Lee asked"That depends, are you going to take me out?" Amanda said"I could order a take out and come to the company so we eat together, what do you say?" Lee proposed"I think I will love that, I am in." Amanda agreed"Alright, will come to you in two hours time, I need to get Evelyn some food."
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Two hours later, ambulances were headed to the Villa, because the head of the guards William, had called them.Edmund was coughing out some white foams from his mouth, it was a pitiable sight. Since he was the one who ate last he was still coughing.Wendy on the other hand was already unconscious on the bare floor of her room.They carried them both on the stretcher and took them to St. Mark hospital the same hospital Jack Smith was admitted.They took them to the operating room after doing their job in stabilizing them they brought them out and kept them in private wards.William had called Eric but he wasn't in anyway interested in listening to what he had to say so he didn't pick up. He then called the eldest child of the Aragons to inform her of their parent's situation."Ma'am Camilla" Williams said"Yes?""Your parents are in the hospital""What? Why?""I don't know why but they are both in a critical condition right now" Williams said"I am on my way" Camilla said and hung up a
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THE NEXT DAYEric drove Evelyn to the hospital, they got there before dawn, she needed to see her brother. Evelyn got down and went inside, while Eric drove home he needed a change of clothes, he was on bath robe he couldn't possibly walk into the hospital looking like that.Monica was sitting by his side all through the night.Immediately, Evelyn walked in through the hall way Lee spotted her and walked up to her and said,"Your eyes are baggy did you not sleep? Have you been crying?""I am fine Lee, I am okay.. How is my brother? Is he up yet?" Evelyn asked as she walked into his ward."Not yet" Lee replied"What about the person who did this? Have you found them?" Evelyn asked"Not yet Wade and Zach are still searching" Lee answeredMonica overheard the conversation and felt the need to tell them so she said,"I know who hurt my brother""Who?" Evelyn asked angrily"Its Wendy" Monica replied"Wendy again? How did you find out?" Evelyn asked"Jack's bodyguard caught the assassin an
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Evelyn's bodyguards brought in Eric who was drenched in the rain into Evelyn's room."He is burning up Ma'am Evelyn" Drew a guard said"Alright I'll take care of him" Evelyn said"Are you sure ma'am?" He asked "Yes Drew I'll manage.. You can take the rest for the night off you look more tired, I don't think I am in any sort of danger tonight, I think I can manage." Evelyn said"Okay ma'am" Drew said and turned to leave when Evelyn said"Yeah, tell everyone to ease up on guarding tonight its pouring outside okay?""I will ma'am" Drew said and left to inform the other guards to rest from their duties for the night"Ma'am Evelyn ordered this?" One of them asked"Yes she did" Drew replied"She is so kind" Another said"Come on, its been a long day, get some sleep" Drew said and they all went to their various rooms.IN EVELYN'S ROOMEric kept mumbling some inaudible words this frightened Evelyn.She moved closer to him and pulled off his suit and shoes from his feet, pulled out his pants
