Death Of A Rivera

Death Of A Rivera

last updateLast Updated : 2021-01-14
By:   Keren Michael  Ongoing
Language: English
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After a little fight with her husband Ethan Rivera, Elaine comes home to meet him dead. That same night, she's thrown into prison by her husband's family. Torn apart from every thing she loves, her sweet mom in Illinois, her daughter Autumn that was left with the Rivera family, Elaine breaks out of jail to find her husband's murderer and to get her daughter back. Being a person running from the FBI, she's met with Lucas Grayson, a detective and together, they try to solve the mystery. With a new look and determination, Elaine tries to discover her husband's murderer. But love,hurt and betrayal are three different things. What would she do when when she have to face them all?

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Chapter 1

Tacoma, Seattle — 2016, June 12thAt the Rivera MansionThe mansion loomed in darkness as I stumbled through the grand double doors. The polished floors glinted faintly under the soft moonlight that filtered through the towering windows. I wasn’t drunk, but my head buzzed slightly from the margaritas Ashley insisted I try during our talk. She was a bartender after all, and mixing drinks was her language of comfort—I couldn’t blame her.My heels clicked faintly against the marble as I made my way to the kitchen. The cavernous silence of the house pressed against my ears, broken only by the sound of the faucet as I filled a glass with cold water. The icy liquid rushed down my throat, quenching the sudden dryness that came with the memory of my fight with Ethan.The argument played back in vivid fragments: harsh words hurled like daggers, his sharp retorts, and the ever-present shadow of his family. I set the glass down, gripping the counter as frustration tightened its grip on me. I knew...

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Melissa Perez
when will there be an update? I feel like ive paid only to be left hanging
2022-09-10 11:37:30
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Melissa Perez
do you plan on updating?
2022-08-19 11:33:33
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OnyedumajuV
Good work, the suspense is so making me jump in 🤩🤩😍🤩
2021-04-08 03:45:14
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Ruby Chester
I don't like having to wait for the next chapter. The suspense is much?
2020-09-09 14:39:37
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Jenni Pretorius
I enjoy the storyline
2020-07-11 15:36:27
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Jenni Pretorius
The is great and I like the story line
2020-07-08 03:03:53
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A_rebelliousdreamer
Interesting book...?
2020-07-03 01:27:08
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Melissa Perez
If a book is left unfinished, readers should know. saves us time from keeping on looking dor updates.
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Jenni Pretorius
The story is good and I like the story line
2020-07-08 03:01:48
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56 Chapters
Chapter 1
Tacoma, Seattle — 2016, June 12thAt the Rivera MansionThe mansion loomed in darkness as I stumbled through the grand double doors. The polished floors glinted faintly under the soft moonlight that filtered through the towering windows. I wasn’t drunk, but my head buzzed slightly from the margaritas Ashley insisted I try during our talk. She was a bartender after all, and mixing drinks was her language of comfort—I couldn’t blame her.My heels clicked faintly against the marble as I made my way to the kitchen. The cavernous silence of the house pressed against my ears, broken only by the sound of the faucet as I filled a glass with cold water. The icy liquid rushed down my throat, quenching the sudden dryness that came with the memory of my fight with Ethan.The argument played back in vivid fragments: harsh words hurled like daggers, his sharp retorts, and the ever-present shadow of his family. I set the glass down, gripping the counter as frustration tightened its grip on me. I knew
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Chapter 2
Four Years LaterSeattle State PrisonThe sharp clang of metal echoed through the cellblock as two guards strolled past my cell, their conversation low and filled with disinterest. The pungent smell of cigarettes wafted into the room, making me cough. I’d never liked the smell of cigars, but tonight, I’d have to endure much worse.I sat on the thin mattress of my cot, staring at the cracked ceiling, counting each second that passed. My heart raced with anticipation and fear. It was Saturday—the day prisoners were allowed a semblance of freedom. Some roamed the perimeter; others congregated in the cleaning house. This small reprieve was my opportunity.The sound of keys jangling broke my thoughts. A female guard appeared outside my cell, her face hardened by years of service.“Sadie Manchester. Elaine Rivera.”I stood, exchanging a glance with Sadie, my cellmate and closest ally. Together, we followed the guard down the cold corridor toward the cleaning house. Sadie had been my lifeline
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Chapter 3
Author’s POVAt the Rivera mansion, the air was heavy with the scent of freshly brewed coffee as Nicole curled up on the plush armchair in the living room. The steady patter of last night’s rain still lingered in the chilly morning air, making her crave the warmth of her mug. Her gaze darted between the numerous newspapers spread before her, her sharp eyes scanning every headline and detail with an intensity only she could muster.Delaney, the house help, walked in carrying yet another stack of freshly delivered papers, her arms burdened with the weight of the day’s news.“There seems to be a lot of buzz today,” Nicole remarked, setting down her half-empty mug. Her voice carried a tinge of curiosity as she spoke to her husband, Copper, who had just emerged from their bedroom, still buttoning his shirt.“Let’s hope the stock market’s dipped in our favor. That would be news worth celebrating,” Copper replied dryly, his voice betraying the fatigue of another long day managing the Rivera C
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Chapter 4
The day I fell into that water was the day I died. Not physically—no, that would have been easier—but mentally. The part of me that was hopeful, forgiving, and naive was stripped away by the cold rush of the river. I let my old self wash away with the current. What emerged was someone colder, harder, with a single mission etched into my very bones: to find Ethan’s murderer and make them pay.Pay for separating me from my daughter. Pay for throwing me in jail. Pay for taking my husband from me in cold blood. Whoever they are, they’ll face justice—my kind of justice—and when I find them, God help them.After I was shot in the back and the ankle, the river became my salvation. I’d never been much of a swimmer, but survival has a way of sharpening your instincts. I clawed my way to the riverbank, gasping and shivering, and let fate decide what was next. It brought me to the doorstep of a common villager who found me, half-dead, and nursed me back to health. For a month, I lingered in the s
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Chapter 5
Lucas Grayson?Ashley nodded absently, her gaze drifting to a man who had just passed by, his large mole a prominent feature on his head. I couldn't help but snicker under my breath. I didn’t know the man, but he was clearly another regular in this gritty bar. As I tried to recall the name Lucas Grayson, something tugged at the edge of my memory—something familiar, but too far out of reach. It was probably someone I should know. If I did, he'd be one of the high-society types that I mingled with back when I was part of the Rivera family. I shook my head. But then again, it wouldn't be too surprising if he owned a bar. Rich people had a way of spending their money on things they didn't need—bars, clubs, and all those expensive toys."Heard he bought this place like two weeks ago," Ashley continued, pulling me from my thoughts. She took my hand and led me behind the bar, an area I was decidedly not prepared to work in today. I hadn’t expected this. Heck, I didn’t even know how to mix dri
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Chapter 6
The picture in my hand began to blur, becoming translucent, and I quickly realized the reason. My tears. I dabbed at them with the corner of a clean cloth and then looked at her again. My God, she’s grown so big. A wide grin spread across my face as I stared at her. Her eyes, still the same marine blue, had grown even brighter. Her dark hair, once a messy bundle, was now styled in neat bangs. And her smile... it was just like her dad’s."That's your girl," Ashley said, tapping me on the shoulder. I nodded, pride swelling in my chest.“I’ve got to see her, Ash. Soon. Real soon.” The thought of holding her again, seeing that smile in person, was all I could think about.“I know, but you won’t break the ice with her until everything is over.” Ashley poured herself another cup of tea. She definitely needed it after last night’s drinking spree.“I know that,” I replied, rubbing my chin as I tried to devise a plan. But nothing came to mind. How would I even begin? The thought of facing my da
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Chapter 7
I blinked rapidly, trying to clear the fog in my mind. What do I tell him? Lying has never been my strong suit, and right now, it felt like I was trapped in a lie I hadn't even started. I glanced over at Ashley, who was buried in her usual whirlwind of orders, and sighed. I needed her. She was the queen of handling uncomfortable situations, but right now, I was on my own.I turned back to Hunter. He was still sitting there, waiting for an answer with a look of expectation. I was running out of excuses. My fingers absently traced the counter as I tried to form a response. Luckily, just then, a lady walked up to the bar and asked for a margarita. I seized the opportunity to distract myself by preparing the drink. It gave me time to think, time to figure out what the hell I was going to say to Hunter.As I mixed the margarita, my mind raced. Hunter didn’t seem like the typical type of guy who would poke around in people’s business, but there was something about him that made me nervous. H
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Chapter 8
I ran out of the bar for a reason I'm not sure of. I don't even have a reason. Only that I need to get the hell away from that bar. What Hunter said :don't I miss my daughter?Of course I miss her. I miss her every second of my life. Every minute I'm not mixing a drink, my mind wanders off to her and I sit in the loneliness but noisiness of the bar and sink my teeth into my wrist to stop myself from crying."Tiffany!" Hunter called behind me. I didn't even listen, I just kept walking until he grabbed my hand. "Why'd you run off like that?""Why? Why?...Hunter you just asked me about my daughter and I should be calm?""So you do have a daughter" he grinned. I felt like punching his nose but that would ruin his face. I won't like to see him battered up so I refrained from throwing punches."Yes, I have a daughter. And my situation doesn't concern you" I said and started walking away
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Chapter 9
I walked in through the door and into Ash's apartment. I knew she was in the kitchen cause I heard the sound of the cooker go on."Ash!""In here!" She called right back so I hurried to meet her. I can't wait to tell her how my day unfolded. The talk with Hunter, and the plan.I sat on a stool by the counter and passed myself an apple from the fruit bowl. "You got off work early" Ash said as she sprinkled a little oil in the pan just to grease it up."Yeah...the girl taking the shift from me came earlier" I took a large bite from the Apple."So what's up?""Hunter knows I'm Elaine"I  wish I hadn't said that with her standing next to the cooker. She turned around quickly and that made her tip the pan off her hand and to the floor. I bit on my bottom lip."Say again!" She half yell.I repeated myself the same
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Chapter 10
I didn't expect Hunter to come in early the next day but he did. Ash was right. He does seem to care about me in a special kind of way. One I'm not ready to look into or discover why?I went down the steps slowly pulling my little box of cloth that Ash graced me with. I would rather not wear prison clothe everywhere. Hunter appeared at the bottom of the steps and helped me with the box."Is this all?" He asked."Yep! Don't got much" I sighed"Then we'll have to go shopping" Hunter said and walked away quickly so I didn't have time to object. I'm still going to anyway. He can't just take me shopping like that. This is all an act. Not some romance prodigy.Ash was seating by the counter having coffee. I'm surprised to see she's not holding a bottle of wine. What's up with her?."Hey girl" I dropped my purse on the counter and poured me my own coffee. Black coffee? Ash is
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