Jasmine’s POVUnbelievable!”“Huh!”“Is this not the necklace Mrs. Leah was asking for?”“Wait! Wait! You mean that she actually had it all along and she has been pretending?”“To think she had to hit Mrs. Leah in the process even when she knows she is a cheap thief.”“Don't tell me that after all these, Jasmine is a broad-day thief.”“Huh!”Everyone gasped in shock, with their jaws almost reaching the ground.Mrs. Leah quickly picked up the necklace from the floor.“Isn't this my necklace? Jasmine, do you have anything to say now?”Adding more salt to the injury.I couldn't express the mixture of shock, pain, and anxiety I felt inside.But to think of it.‘When did she put it in?’I thought out loud as I was convinced that was what must have happened, as there was no way I would have picked what doesn't belong to me in the first place.Mrs. Leah can do anything or go the extra mile; I know that.I ignored everyone’s daring eyes that was all sent my way and maintained a fixed eye cont
Luciano’s POVI think this is the best time to help introduce Jasmine to the people like she had wanted to.Hopefully, there is no better time to do that aside now.“The photos are real.” I broke the silence that seemed to have enveloped the hall. “I have a relationship with Jasmine.” I said and slightly pulled Jasmine to my side, away from Ethan.That got a mixed visage amongst everyone present, but it all entailed two things, which were disappointment and shock.I got that, as I could have reacted the same way if it were me, but at least I wasn't done with what I was saying.But you know, people are too fast to judge, and I had to clear the air.But I needed to get the reaction of Bella and her mom, Mrs. Leah, and not far-fetched like I had envisaged, they smirked happily.I understand that visage, in their mind, at least their claims of me having an affair with Jasmine have been proved by me.“What did you say?”Ethan wasn't left out, as he was taken unaware too.I wasn't expecting
Ethan's POV“Daddy, I would like to introduce someone special to me.This is my boyfriend, Ethan Archer.”Jasmine said, pointing at me."Does this mean you left home because of this guy?"Mr. Jordan senior addressed, and I could tell from his tone of voice that I wasn't up to the class worth Jasmine leaving home.I understand that they belong to the top A list in the city, but then I wasn't some poor guy.My family is among the top B-class in the city just like that of the Scott family, though some levels above us.To me and many others, that's a big deal.It's fine; probably Jasmine had said some ill things about how I had treated her a few times, and that's understandable anyway.But at least, I don't deserve to be addressed in such a manner, if I am to be honest because I try my best to treat her right.I had felt like walking away as usual when I felt tense, but at this point I can't even walk away as that would be disrespectful for the fact that Mr. Jordan was still there.“Dad!
Jasmine's POV“Is this your answer about me?Am I so easy to bully?You know what? Now I understand that I have been played by you all along.”Ethan asked with both fists clenched.I couldn't place the exact dot of his anger, or was he just trying to vent his anger in any available means?I wouldn't know exactly but this is the only thing that could justify his action if there is anything justifiable for his anger.I know I didn't do anything wrong by introducing him to my Mr. Jordan.I only did that to make him know that I have him at heart, but I think he got it all wrong.To think that Mr. Jordan wasn't helpful with the question he asked why I had to leave home because of him.I think it was beginning to make some sense at this point why he was angry.You know that feeling of expectancy when one has defended you instead of criticizing publicly and then gets such a comment from Mr. Jordan, my ‘supposed’ foster father. But then I know Mr. Jordan meant no harm, just that his tone of
Leah's POV“Mrs. Leah, regarding the matter at the Jordan's family banquet.Your actions led to a significant decline in our company's stocks. Because of the Jordan's family statement, particularly from Mr. Jordan senior, many customers have now unsubscribed, leading to massive losses for the company.”One of the stakeholders stated at the impromptu meeting they had initiated.I guess with regard to the recent slow cash flow the accountant has already complained to us about.“Don't you think you owe us an explanation?”Another demanded with a straight face, not mindful of his choice in tone of voice either.It is safe to say that the universe was simply working against me because I wouldn't know why so much would be happening to me all at once.It's been from one thing to the other.Just when I think I am done with one, another would surface.I was beginning to think at first that it had a lot to do with Jasmine, but right now, I know she has nothing to do with it as she has no such i
Leah's POV I had gone to see Mr. Williams' at his office in the Archer's group, and I took so much time to explain everything to Mr. Williams.From how the shareholder in my company had opted for an impromptu meeting down to the outcome of the meeting.I related to him every single thing in detail in the best emotions I felt that he could see the pains I had felt within.After what seemed like a little hesitation from here, I guess he was trying to put the magnitude of what I have told him together.He finally spoke.“What did you say?I mean what did I just hear you say? Is that true?”He frowned in confusion.Now, he was beginning to get me irritated with his questions.“Forget about what you heard because I know you heard me right.What I am asking is for you to lend me 200 million dollars.”I stated clearly.“How? Borrow you 200 million?Where was I expected to get that kind of money from?” From his tone of voice, one could easily depict that he never intends to help out.It wa
Jasmine's POV“What do you mean?You don't want to lend me the money?Mr. Williams, the money I had given you a year back from the Scott's family wasn't just 200 million dollars. It was like two times, and you know that.”“What's the rush?Must you always remind me of that in every little argument?Besides, I didn't say I wouldn't help you at all.” Mr. Williams interjected to Mrs. Leah immediately.Though I couldn't see their facial expressions from where I was, I could imagine in my head how deadly the glare from both of them to the other would be.“I warn you. You know that you have quite a few handles of yours at the snip of my fingers. And if you don't help me, I will release them all online, and the world will see how gullible you could be to do such stupid things with kids that are young enough to be your granddaughter.”“You dare.”“See if I dare, then!”Now my instinct knows that any moment from now, Mrs. Leah is likely to leave Mr. Williams's office as they were both in the h
Jasmine’s POV “My knee!?”Ethan cried out, and now it seems what should have been to get his reaction only turned out to be pain shooting through my body. As he had asked, with his eyes fixed on mine for an answer.Without thinking twice, I abruptly knelt beside him with my eyes now filled with concern so he would at least believe—or, let's say, that he would still think that it's real.“Yeah. It's broken.”I responded with a neutral expression and proceeded further.“Again, the doctor also said you won't be able to stand up or walk for the rest of your life as your legs were broken too.”But you know, I intentionally said that to get his reaction.I mean, who risks his life that way just to save someone?What if he had died on the course on that?Who knows, they might term me a murderer, as I was the only one with him there.“You mean my knee is broken?”He still went on to question, with confusion etched on his face and giving me that expression like he didn't hear me the first tim
Jasmine’s POV Three years down the lane.Mr. Williams and Mrs. Leah has been jailed, and that was a life imprisonment with regard to all they were used against in the court, which includes my attempted murder and death of Ethan. Bella was also sent to prison after she was arrested abroad for drug trafficking.I had come to Ethan's grave to worship with my 2-year-old son and Luciano.“Ethan, I have come to see you and pay due respect. This is our child, and his name is Brad. He is actually 2 years old now.Isn't he adorable?Come here, son, say ‘Daddy.’” I said as soon as I dropped a bunch of flowers right before the tomb.“Daddy.”He responded cheerfully.“Doesn't he look a lot like you?Anyway, I think you are mad at me; otherwise, why haven't you ever visited me in dreams at least?Anyway, I want to remind you that I will take good care of our child for us.Before now, you were the one chasing after me, but from now on, let me engrave you in my heart.”I smiled heartily and then t
Chapter 109. Jasmine’s POV I watched as Ethan gave up the ghost. I wailed like my life depended on him coming back to life.Just then, the police surrounded the whole vicinity, and Mrs. Leah, Mr. Williams, and the hired assassins were all apprehended.I barely noticed how Mrs. Leah kept apologizing to Mr. Williams that it was all a mistake and she never meant to kill Ethan. Instead it was me that she wanted to kill.That was before the police got in, though.Although I didn't pay much attention to them as my whole focus was fixed on Ethan's dead body that lay on my lap, with our bodies having blood all over that came from his mouth and stomach where the knife had pierced him.In no time, the ambulance came and took away Ethan's corpse.It all seemed like a dream, but I have to accept the reality the hard way.One of the officers approached me.“The record has been completed.Please accept our condolences.We would have arrived a bit earlier, and this wouldn't have happened, but we n
Ethan's POV I had gotten the location of the place by the office I had called after he tracked the number I sent to him.And so I headed there at once while he informed me to get the police squad ready and so he would join me soon.As I couldn't wait any longer, I decided to rush to the location he had already shared with me.I got in the middle of the conversation where my dad and Mrs. Leah had disclosed so many things about the truth they had been hiding from me all along.Although I had heard that was the same truth Jasmine had used to claim back the heir of the Scott family but I believed it was all manipulated by Jasmine.Now, hearing my dad and Mrs. Leah admitting it all, I have no reason to see Jasmine that way.Now, I know Jasmine was innocent and she is the Nadin but there was no time for that.When I wasn't having it, I needed to stop up from the spot I hid all the while, as I had heard all I needed to know about the truth.“Stop.”I said, pausing my dad in his act as he tr
Williams POV“How did both of you get here? Aren't you supposed to be in prison?Does that mean you escaped custody after all your evil deeds that were labelled against you two in the law court?”Jasmine asked fiercely, trying to get up at the same time.Just when I thought she could just shut her fucking lips for once. Or it hadn't dawned on her that she was in dire danger and no one was coming to save her.Anyway, it's not her fault as she didn't know the plan is to end her life here, and nothing is ever stopping us on that.I think I needed to reset her brain a little; let's say the previous slap from the thugs didn't do enough justice, and so I went on and slapped her really hard, sending her back to the floor.“Bastard!You got me into this mess. How do you think that I could let you go just like that?”This godforsaken lady has messed up my life, big time. If not for my connections, I would definitely rot in jail over time, as I know that was part of her plan. And now, it was as
Ethan's POV After what seemed like a short nap, I could say it's the shortest nap in the history of man, as I could feel I woke up not long after I had slept.Although I know the sleep had a lot to do with the alcohol I took and the pain I felt because I wasn't feeling sleepy nor having the thoughts of sleep before then.I staggered out to the corridor that led to my room as I wanted to ease myself at the convenience room, and then saw Nadin with my phone, though she backed me and didn't take notice of me.“Why are you with my phone?” I asked, and she freaked out as she didn't see me coming behind her.“Which day did my phone turn to yours, or do we both share the phone now without my notice?Did someone call? Who was calling?” I questioned all at a time.“Ethan... I... I...”Obviously stammering, right then, I knew she was up to something.“Give me my phone at once.”I said, stretching my hand, and took my phone from her at once.I went through the last caller because I was convince
Jasmine’s POVWhile I was alone, the idea to escape kept striking my mind even after many failed attempts.And so, I wouldn't stop to think within me any way I could do that.So, I managed to get a broken broken that was behind me. I had sighted it from a distance, though, after so much effort of moving backward.I commenced using the bottle to slightly cut the rope, and fortunately enough for me, I got myself untied, although I injured myself in the process and blood gushed out, but that was the least thing I could worry about now. As my nervous system was more concentrated on the danger that lies within and how I would escape, it was what seemed to overtake the better part of my thoughts.I didn't bother to untie my legs; I need to at least inform someone so at least the person could contact the police in case I am escaping and the kidnappers apprehend me on their way back or something.I think that is a nice idea, and I needed to act accordingly to that immediately.I quickly picke
Ethan's POV My life has been so shattered without Jasmine.Though I had opted for the divorce at first, I felt it could make me forget things about her so fast, but that didn't help at all. I think it even made it worse.Now, thinking of the one who claimed to be Nadin is nothing like her; if I have to be honest about it all to myself, But that was exactly Nadin's face, but then, I can't really place the dots how they connect in character.I have heard her making calls secretly, requesting the completion of the money for a service she is rendering.Seems like she has a lot of secrets too, but right now, I didn't care about all of those.One thing that I find so confusing and can't even answer is, do most women keep secrets to be happy?I wouldn't even lie that it makes me weak as fuck.I feel like I was losing it, with nobody to talk to or even share my pains with because it seems Nadin isn't even close to me the way Jasmine was. My dad is behind bars and had been charged to court,
Jasmine’s POV I had gone to pay another homage to my dad's tomb.At least I have accomplished a greater part, if not all, of the revenge I had promised him to get.At least Mrs. Leah, Bella, and Mr. Williams are all behind the bar now.The good thing was that the company is already doing better after like a month and half that I got in position and very soon, it would soar as high as it used to.“Dad, did you see all of that?I have avenged you.All these villains are getting what they deserve.The plan went smoothly, but you know it's impossible for me and Ethan to be together again, even though I still feel something for him.”As you know, Ethan and I are still like cats and rats who wouldn't see each other in broad daylight, but then it's not in my power to do anything about that.It's just the bitter truth he needs to face.Luciano has been so helpful in every single way I needed his help and had tried so much to respect my feelings too.Just then, I stood up to leave, but I noti
Bella's POV Seeing how prepared Jasmine has come to spoil the show for me. Not this event that seemed like a dream come true to me, that I had waited for some time before it finally came to a reality.And so, I had to act accordingly as my mum was too stunned to react, unlike her though.Just at the heat of the moment after she played the audio, I had fully recognized my mum's voice and that of Mr. Williams, knowing how far this could go to mess things up for me. As that was already enough proof, the board members need to know what had happened to Mr. Scott for real.I quickly snatched the tape from Jasmine and smashed it on the floor.“This voice is synthesized. It's not real, and you all shouldn't believe that trash. She doesn't need to continue to deceive you all.”I persuaded, but to my surprise, no one was ready to even listen to me as they kept glaring at me like I was talking gibberish.I went close to Jasmine, trying to drag her.“You lunatic, what are you trying to do, and w