“Why do you have to disgrace me? Why do you want to make me curse the day your mom gave birth to you, Layla?” Layla, who was busy watching a movie online, was distracted by the sudden sound of her flung door, followed by her father's voice. She raised her gaze to stare at her father before replying, “Why not go ahead and curse? Was there ever a time when you didn't consider me a disgrace?”Dante took a few steps closer to her before slapping her. This time, he slapped her twice. “Are you only going to slap me? Why not go ahead and kill me?” She asked, tears streaming down her face as she held her cheeks. “You made me this! You made me go too far to be able to turn back!”“Did I ask you to do anything for me? I never wanted this life for you! You chose this path yourself, Layla!” He shouted at her. “Did I? If only you didn't get greedier and work hard for your wealth, I wouldn't have dreamed of the life I was supposed to be living,” her voice trailed off as she spoke up. “You faile
“I am sorry, this will be a bit harder because Atlas's friend is the forensic pathologist. No doubt, he is going to hand over the result to Atlas, and you know the outcome if that happens,” Kenny explained. Alden let out a deep breath of frustration before he spoke up, “Just do anything to make sure this doesn't get out of hand.”He knew if his grandma or the media found out about his little dirty secret, he was going to lose everything he struggled to build for ten years. His company, his dream to become the world's wealthiest CEO, and his grandma's love for him would be destroyed.“I will use all the company's resources to sort this out. But for now, cool off your mind because I fear you might explode anytime soon,” Kenny said with a teasing smile.“Damn!” His lips parted before he walked up to where the car was parked. After they got into the car, Kenny drove off. Meanwhile, Layla, who was struggling with her consciousness, heard everything they said. She smiled cunningly befor
After Layla arrived, she changed into a long black gown that covered most of her bandaged skin. She took her purse and put the money inside. After checking herself in the mirror, she checked her phone to see if Chloe had already sent it. Her lips tilted into a sly smile as she saw his daily schedule. “I can't believe he is into gambling, and even at the gambling house at 2:00am,” she muttered to herself before she got out of her room. She boarded a cab to the gambling house. Since it was midnight, the driver was driving slowly until they arrived. She alighted from the car and paid the driver before entering the gambling house. “Madam, where is your entrance card?” Before she entered the main gambling hall, she was stopped by two men wearing a serious look. “I am a newcomer. Someone recommended this place to me,” she lied with an honest look on her face. If there was anything she was good at, it was turning lies into truth. But she always sucks at putting that talent to use.
“Sir, Doctor Xavier left immediately after the autopsy results. I tried all I could to find his location but couldn't,” Kenny reported. “What am I going to do? What if he handed that result to the press or to my brother? Don't you know what that means?” Alden asked with worries laced in his voice. Each time he thinks about what would happen if the result reached the press, he can't help but be mad at himself. He had never acted this dumb; this was his first time. He always makes sure to keep no loose ends to his dirty games. “Since Doctor Xavier was once Olivia's family doctor, don't you think she could know where he could possibly be?” Kenny asked, hoping Alden would give his consent to his suggestion. “I am sorry, I can't. She is injured and needs maximum rest. I shouldn't bother her with my problem,” Alden firmly opposed. Kenny's brow knotted at Alden's words. “When did you start to care about Olivia? Have you fallen for her?”“Me? Fall in love after what Sarah did to me? Bes
Alden chuckled as he watched the men approach him. He rolled up his sleeves before charging towards them. He deftly dodged their punches and delivered powerful blows in return. Each punch that landed on the men felt like a rock thrown at them, causing them to experience intense pain.Seeing how Alden was overpowering the few men attacking him, the men attacking Kenny shifted their attention to Alden. Despite being outnumbered, Alden managed to land punches on the men within his reach until he became weaker, eventually bringing down all ten men. Alden chuckled as he watched those men groan in pain. He left the spot and approached Atlas. “Atlas, have you realized that you're no match for me? I have been away from home for over a decade, so stop seeing me as the boy you used to scold,” he said before walking away. Kenny, who couldn't help but watch Alden in amusement, followed him. “Kenny, there is no need to act weak when I already know you are,” seeing how Kenny was acting, he r
Alden hesitated before he replied, “I am sorry. I shouldn't have started this. If you are mistaken by my action, I am sorry.”“What are you really sorry about?” Olivia's voice echoed, barely audible. “The kiss? The fact that I gave you my consent? Leaving me turned on? Why the hell did you even kiss me in the first place?”“I am sorry,” Alden apologized once more before he walked out of her ward. With the look on his face, she knew he meant his apology. ‘Fuck! Why did I give him my consent? Why did I kiss him? Why did I enjoy the kiss? Why is my head blank?’ She ruffled her hair as what happened minutes ago replayed in her head. This was one of the silliest moments she ever experienced. She put on her bra and top before sleeping, hoping everything would be a dream when she wakes up. …. Alden, couldn't sleep until 8:00am. He kept blaming himself and cussing. Since today was another family dinner, he knew he must be there with Olivia. He climbed down from his bed before he took
“You don't have to worry about that. I always stick to my word, unlike someone I know,” Atlas said reassuringly, his gaze fixed on Alden.“Atlas, sister-in-law, could you both allow everyone to eat peacefully? This isn't a place for banter, please,” Dario, who couldn't eat because of the way Atlas, Alden, and Olivia were staring at each other, half-yelled.Atlas returned his gaze to his food before he began eating. Others did the same, except for Grandma Katherine, who was lost in her own thoughts.Olivia reminded her of Alden's mother. She was outspoken and always defended her husband.“Dear sister-in-law, make sure you bring your husband to the hospital tomorrow, or I would take it as me winning the bet,” Atlas said, distracting everyone.“Too bad, I thought we were going to the hospital today,” Olivia replied, staring coldly at him.Atlas chuckled at her words before letting go of his cutlery.“I hate rushing things,” with that said, he stood up and walked out of the dining room.“
“Holy cow!”The sound of someone's exclamation made Olivia push Alden away instantly, as if she had just come to her senses.Alden, who was already angry, turned to see who the person was.“Dario, haven't I warned you several times not to barge into my room without my permission?” he asked angrily.“I am sorry. I will make sure this doesn't happen again,” Dario apologized.If Dario were a stranger, he would have taught him a lesson he would remember forever.Not only was he angry that Dario came in at the wrong time, but also because he was feeling horny.“I'll take your word for it,” he said before turning his gaze to Olivia, who was trying to avoid eye contact with him. “Olivia, excuse me. I want to have a conversation with my brother.”“S–sure,” she replied, stressing out the single word before she walked out.Alden hesitated before he began speaking. “Dario, what do you want to tell me that can't wait until later?”“I found out I… I...”“You are what? Is something wrong with you?”