The next day, Rita browsed the news on her laptop while having breakfast. It was reported that Jaden's company had been hacked, and their trade secrets were leaked.The news of their impending bankruptcy crisis went viral. The reports mentioned that Jaden had invested half of his financial resources in the land and now it had been seized by a competitor, resulting in significant losses for Jaden's company.Rita immediately contacted Noah, who expressed gratitude for the information she provided, which allowed his family's company to win against Jaden. For some reason, Rita felt deeply concerned about Jaden.As the sun rose over the city, casting a warm glow on the morning, Rita's heart felt heavy with concern for Jaden. She couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to the story than what the news had reported. Wanting to find out the truth, she decided to investigate further.Rita began her search by reaching out to some of her contacts in the tech industry. She wanted to dig dee
Rita received a call from Percy, inviting her to meet. To Rita's surprise, Percy was polite this time, Percy requested Rita to transfer the 10% share that Jaden's grandmother left for her to Jaden, ensuring that Jaden remained the majority shareholder.Rita's heart raced as she listened to Percy's unexpected request. The past animosity between them still fresh in her mind, she couldn't help but feel cautious about her intentions. However, something about her newfound politeness intrigued her. She decided to meet her in person to understand the situation better.The next day, Rita found herself at a quaint cafe, waiting for Percy to arrive. As she walked in, Rita noticed a change in her. Her demeanor seemed different, less confrontational and more composed."Hello, Rita," Percy greeted her with a genuine smile. "Thank you for agreeing to meet me."Rita nodded, acknowledging his courtesy, but her guard was still up. "What is it that you want, Percy?"Percy took a deep breath before spea
The news of the turmoil in Jaden's company spread like wildfire, Rita felt the weight of responsibility on her shoulders. She had always been a loyal friend to Jaden and had invested in his company when it was just starting out. Little did she know that her shares would hold such significance in the company's survival.Rita's heart sank as she saw the fatigue and stress etched on Jaden's face. She understood that he had been carrying the weight of the company's survival on his shoulders. Taking a deep breath, she decided to address the shareholders directly."Everyone, I know the situation has been challenging, and I understand your concerns," Rita began, her voice steady. "But we are all in this together, and we have made significant progress towards turning the company around. Our marketing efforts have been fruitful, and our financials are showing signs of improvement."Some shareholders seemed skeptical, but others nodded in acknowledgment of the positive developments they had wit
The news of Jaden's company going bankrupt spread like wildfire, the city was abuzz with speculation and rumors. Rita couldn't escape the chatter, and the weight of the situation felt heavier with each pa*sing moment. She tried to distract herself by heading to the supermarket for takeout, hoping it would offer some semblance of normalcy in these chaotic times.As Rita wandered the aisles, her mind kept drifting back to Jaden and the mysterious circumstances surrounding his disappearance. She couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to the story than what met the eye. Amidst her thoughts, she unexpectedly crossed paths with Jaden's driver, who looked visibly distraught."Rita, please, you need to come back to the villa," he implored, desperation evident in his eyes.Confused and concerned, Rita followed the driver back to the opulent villa where she and Jaden had once shared their lives. Upon arrival, she noticed the once-vibrant home now seemed devoid of life, as if an unspoken
Rita and Noah returned to his villa. Rita desperately wanted to forget Jaden, so she initiated a kiss with Noah. Under Rita's seduction, Noah became pa*sionate. His body felt hot, as if it was burning with desire for her. Noah caressed Rita breast,his desire was burning Uncontrolably unable to control himself.As they were kissing pa*sionately in the car Rita suddenly called out Jaden's name.Upon hearing the name,Noah's expression turned cold, he sat up, appearing somewhat desolate."I'm so sorry Noah, it was a mistake. Can we get back to what we are doing? "She took off Noah clothes and kissed his body without any hesitation. As Noah was about to pull of his boxer, so that he can insert his d*ck into her pussy Rita pushed him away. Images of Jaden kept flooding her imagination, she wasn't ready to fall in love with another man."I understand Rita, you don't have to rush things with me. I'm always here for you anytime. He patted her at her back as she rested her head on his shoulders
Noah and Rita mingled with the city's elite. Theparty's chatter filled the opulent hall, Noah and Rita maintained their poise amidst the city's elite, sipping champagne and exchanging pleasantries. The ambiance was grand, with shimmering chandeliers casting a warm glow over the gathering.However, the tranquil atmosphere was disrupted when a sudden commotion erupted at the entrance. Heads turned, and murmurs spread like wildfire through the crowd. It was Jaden and Percy, making a conspicuous entrance, as if trying to grab everyone's attention.Percy, with an air of sweetness that seemed almost too rehearsed, maneuvered her way through the guests, Jaden at her side, wearing an indulgent smile. Rita couldn't help but notice Percy's exaggerated attempts to flaunt their relationship before her. But she was not one to be swayed easily.With a calm exterior, Rita exchanged a brief glance with Noah, understanding the situation at hand. She knew that Percy's intentions were not genuine, and
After Noah left, Rita heard a screeching sound of brakes, and Jaden angrily approached her. He grabbed Rita's wrist and yelled at her, demanding to know why she kissed Noah."Why did you Fu*king kissed that a*sh*le? Listen to me Rita and listen good. No man can ever touch you except from me. ""Now! Get into the Fu*king car. "- before she could say a word to him, he kissed her in a s*xy way." Get away from me you a*sh*le. "Rita, with all her strength, pushed him away as he tore at her clothes and slapped him.Rita's heart pounded in her chest as she pushed Jaden away with all her strength. The screeching sound of brakes seemed to echo in her mind, a reminder of how swiftly things had escalated. She had to stand her ground, to break free from Jaden's toxic grasp.With a fierce burning of courage in her eyes, Rita looked directly at Jaden and spoke with unwavering resolve, "Enough, Jaden! I will not tolerate this anymore. We are over, and you have no right to control me or my decisions
Rita was out shopping when she encountered Percy again."Hey! Baby girl, this is the last time I'll be warning you. Please stay away from my man. "- she furiously said as she walked away from her heading to the exit door.All Percy threats fell into deaf ears as Rita was seen shopping. As she was done shopping, she went to the exit door were Percy was and they both walked along side each other without saying a word.Just then, a small black vintage truck stopped in front of them, and three men in black got out. They dragged Percy and Rita into the truck and took them to an abandoned beach.As the truck disappeared into the distance, Rita and Percy found themselves trapped in the dimly lit shipping container. Panic and uncertainty enveloped them, and they exchanged worried glances. Rita's heart pounded as she tried to think of a way out of this nightmarish situation.In the confined space, the air was thick and suffocating. Rita took a deep breath, trying to steady her nerves and think
Rita handed over the recorded phone conversation to the police, accusing Noah and Percy of kidnapping. They were taken into custody for questioning.Inside the small, sterile interrogation room, Detective Rodriguez eyed Noah and Percy sternly. "Gentlemen, you're both aware of the serious allegations against you. Rita claims she has evidence of your involvement in the kidnapping. Care to explain yourselves?"Noah exchanged a tense glance with Percy before sighing heavily. "Detective, this is all a misunderstanding. We were never involved in any kidnapping. Rita is just trying to pin something on us."Percy nodded in agreement. "Absolutely, Detective. We may have had some disagreements with Rita, but kidnapping? That's a bit extreme."Detective Rodriguez leaned forward, his gaze unwavering. "Rita seems pretty convinced that you two are responsible. And this recorded conversation she handed over, where you discuss the 'plan' and even mention the victim's name, doesn't help your case."No
The powerful will to survive continuously fueled Rita, and she had to make sure Jaden knew that she was the little girl who saved him back then. Just then, Rita heard Jaden's voice, calling out to her repeatedly. She desperately wanted to respond, but she realized she didn't have the strength to speak.As the haze of exhaustion blurred Rita's vision, she managed to raise her hand weakly in an attempt to signal Jaden. He rushed to her side, his expression a mix of relief and concern. "Rita, you're awake!" he exclaimed, gently grasping her hand.A faint smile tugged at the corners of Rita's lips as she mustered the energy to whisper, "Saved... you." Her voice was barely a whisper, but the words were enough to convey her message.Jaden's eyes widened with understanding, memories of that fateful day flooding back. "You're the one who pulled me out of the river when we were just kids, aren't you?" he asked, his voice filled with amazement. "I've always wondered who that mysterious girl was
Rita's eyes fluttered open, and she found herself in a dimly lit room. Percy was sitting beside her, concern etched on his face. "Rita, are you alright?" he asked, his voice filled with worry.She took a deep breath, her memories still swirling in her mind. "I... I remember," Rita whispered, her voice quivering. "I remember everything now, Percy."Percy's eyes widened, a mix of surprise and relief washing over him. "You do? That's incredible, Rita. What do you remember?"Tears welled up in Rita's eyes as she recounted the memories that had flooded back to her. "Jaden... the mountain... the kidnappers. I remember saving him, guiding him down the slope," she said, her voice trembling. "And the necklace, Percy. It was Jaden who caught hold of it, not you."Percy's expression darkened, his grip on the necklace tightening. "Rita, you don't understand. I... I did what I had to do to protect you. Jaden was too weak, and I couldn't let him have it. It was for your own safety."Rita looked at
Percy intervened, shooing Noah away to buy some food for Rita. Percy had long desired to get rid of Rita but had always failed. She played the victim, revealing Jaden's information to Noah, aiming to gain his trust and work together to abduct Rita.Percy's patience had worn thin, and she saw an opportunity to finally unravel the tangled web Rita had woven. As Noah reluctantly left to fetch the food, Percy leaned in closer to Rita, her voice a low and dangerous whisper."Your little games won't work anymore, Rita," Percy hissed, her eyes piercing into hers. "I know your true intentions, and I won't let you manipulate Noah any longer."Rita's façade crumbled, her eyes darting around as if searching for an escape. She was cornered, and Percy knew it."You can't prove anything," Rita stammered, her voice shaky.Percy's lips curled into a sardonic smile. "Oh, but I can. You underestimated me, Rita. I've been gathering evidence of your deceit for quite some time now."Rita's defiance wavere
Rita's head spun as she tried to make sense of the situation. She blinked, trying to process the unexpected alliance between Noah and Percy. The room felt heavy with tension, and Rita's heart raced as she looked from Noah's eyes to Percy's determined expression."Rita, you have to understand," Noah began, his voice strained. "I never wanted any of this to happen. But you insisted on being with Jaden, and that tied your fate to his."Rita's eyes narrowed as she absorbed his words. "Tied my fate? What do you mean?"Percy chimed in, his tone calmer than Noah's, but equally serious. "Jaden possesses a power that could reshape the world, but it comes at a great cost. And you, Rita, unwittingly became part of that cost when you chose to stand by his side."Frustration bubbled within her, and she clenched her fists. "So, what? You two decided that locking me up was the solution? That destroying Jaden would somehow fix everything?"Noah's gaze softened, but his grip on his emotions remained t
Percy visited the hospital to see Jaden. He told her that he had completely lost patience with her and warned her that if she dared to harm Rita, he would not spare her.Percy pa*sionately questioned how Jaden could treat her like this, forgetting that she had saved his life.Percy's words hung in the air, tension thickening with every pa*sing second. The sterile hospital room seemed to close in on them, its cold white walls reflecting the emotional turmoil that swirled within. Jaden's gaze remained fixed on the floor, unwilling to meet Percy's accusatory stare."Percy," Jaden finally spoke, her voice barely above a whisper, "I know you're angry, and I understand why. But you don't understand the complexity of the situation."Percy clenched her fists, struggling to contain her frustration. "Complexity? Jaden, Rita is innocent in all of this. She's been through enough, and she doesn't deserve your wrath."Jaden's eyes flickered briefly, a hint of regret fleeting across her features. "Y
Rita and Jaden sat across from each other in Jaden's spacious office, a map of the exhibition area spread out before them. "This powder might hold the key to unraveling the mystery," Rita mused, her brows furrowed in concentration.Jaden nodded, his eyes fixed on the map. "It's clear that someone intentionally tampered with the dresses. But why? And how does it connect to the models' asthma?"Rita leaned forward, her fingers tracing the outline of the exhibition booths. "The powder could be a trigger, something that aggravated their asthma and caused the accidents. But who would want to harm them? And why would they target the wedding dresses?"Jaden leaned back in his chair, his expression thoughtful. "We need to find out who had access to the exhibition area that night. Let's start by reviewing the surveillance footage."Rita nodded and pulled out her tablet. "I've already instructed the team to retrieve the footage. We should have it soon."As they waited, Jaden's gaze drifted to a
The doctor informed Rita that Jaden had woken up. Rita was aware of the recent events, which had been a significant blow to Jaden.She comforted him, a*suring him that everything would eventually get better.Jaden wished for Rita to take the children and leave the country. He a*sured her that he would handle everything. Noah wouldn't give up easily, and Jaden didn't want Rita to become a pawn in Noah's game. He feared that Noah might use Rita against him, putting him in an even more vulnerable position.The doctor's words hung in the air as Rita absorbed the news. Jaden had finally woken up, a flicker of hope in the midst of their tumultuous situation. She had seen the toll recent events had taken on him, the weight of it all etched into the lines on his face. With a determined resolve, she entered Jaden's room, her heart heavy but determined to be the pillar of strength he needed.As she walked in, their eyes met, and a bittersweet smile played on Jaden's lips. Rita could sense his l
Percy leaned in, her voice a mere whisper, "Rita, think about it. With your parents' connections, we could make a difference. Save Jaden's company, his reputation."Rita's eyes flickered with a mix of uncertainty and determination. "But Percy, it's not that simple. I can't just walk away from Jaden when he needs me the most."Percy's brow furrowed. "Rita, I understand your loyalty, but we're talking about saving everything he's worked for. And your children's future too. This might be the only way."Rita shook her head, her voice growing firm. "No, Percy. I can't turn my back on him. He's innocent, and I won't let him go through this alone. We've faced challenges before, and we'll overcome this too."Percy's gaze softened as he reached out to hold Rita's hands. "I admire your dedication, Rita. But you're risking everything—your family, your children's well-being. Don't you want to secure their future?"Tears welled up in Rita's eyes as she looked down, struggling to find the words. "O