As I finally arrived at the dining table, I was met with a tray containing a strange combo. It was a toasted egg infused with veggies and meat. Beside it was a mazagran cup of steamy tea. The meal looks so classy and by appearance I could swear it’ll be delicious. In fact the ambrosial smell emitting from the meal got me craving to devour the meal already. I rolled my eyes, sat down before the meal and I reached for the cutleries. “The italian breakfast frittata,” Just as I shove the fork into the toast egg, about to start eating, a masculine voice spoke, making a halt. The owner of the voice walked to my view and it was Jericho of course. He had a smirk on his face and I frowned at him. What the fishbones is he talking about and what the hell is he even doing here? I withdrew my gaze from him, I scanned around the table and looked at his hands to be sure he wasn’t going to be having breakfast with me. “Incase you’re wondering what the meal is called, that’s the name and it’s on
It was still early, just 10am. I couldn’t just stay in my room all day so I decided to go shopping. I lacked a lot of stuff; clothes, cosmetics and even jewelry. I was typically bundled down here. Normally I shop every weekend but I haven’t been able to do that ever since I was sold off for marriage. After taking my time to shuffle my outfit, I was finally settled in a dark leather short skirt, peach turtleneck and an overall coat dropping at the back of my boot heels which reached up to my lower knees. A maid later brought me another set of breakfast, they made sure to note that it wasn’t from Massimo. I could have still eaten it regardless. I mean Jericho's meal was even more palatable and tasted heaven but I just did all that to spite him. Once I was done eating, I re-styled my hair to a simple ponytail. I wore my shades and headed out. I however, walked into Alfonso just when I made my last step from the stairs. “So finally you decided to come back!” A masculine voice grunte
I was lost in thought and I sat with my back against the executive table in my office when someone walked in."Sir, ma'am is on her way out," one of the guards I had made to watch Leia discreetly, said to me."How is that a piece of information? She is on her way out to where!?" I roared and swiveled my chair around to glare at the guard."She is going out for shopping," the guard responded in a rush."Alright, follow her discreetly," I responded and waved him off. I put a call to Alex and he picked up immediately."Hello Alex, Leia is going shopping. Get the name of the shopping mall and get out every rat in there… She needs to shop like a queen. Also get a car and a driver ready. You are not going with her," I said meaningfully and began to leave my office.I scurried down and bursted into Leia right by the door. "Where the heck are you going? Are you absconding again?" I queried."What do you care? If I tell you, are you going to trap me down and lock me up again? And mind you I h
With my big carrier bags held in a division of twos by my side, it felt like I’d trudged a strenuous journey to finally arrive at my doorstep. Considering that I rarely do any mundane stress like this way back at my father’s castle. I always have the maids at my service even before I ask. Well granted, mani and some other maids had volunteered to help carry my stuff but I just didn’t give a tiny damn about their offers. As far as I’m concerned, this place isn’t my home. I take it that I’m squatting here and till I decide what next step to take, I’ll keep doing things my own way here in this motherfucking-hell hole. I’d been feeling a surge of adrenaline having dealt with that slimy bitch to my satisfaction. But my mood turned off when I met Lin right at my door post. Seems like she’d been waiting keenly for me because I met her pacing back and forth and she immediately heaved a relief once her eyes darted on me. “Hey, leia please wait...” she lightly touched my arm just when I w
I just had my breakfast served in the penthouse when Alex walked in. He had a serious look about him and I wondered what was wrong."Capo de grande asked for you," Alex said. "It's too early for such shit, I am not in the mood…Anything from Leia?""Leia? If you expect her to come rushing at your feet just because you didn't go see her, then you are wrong. Anyways, the boss wants you around before the next hour," Alex said. He sat at the dining table and began to devour my meal.I knew what this is, father needs a briefing, it's been long I did one. The old man still has his eyes on all that he has. He is hot and cold. I have witnessed his fine and raw sides. He takes no shit.He hasn't named his successor but it's obvious that I am the heir apparent, that is If I was not killed before it happens.I walked into his chambers and his wives made way for me. They all bowed as I walked in. I wondered why father made his wives do that. They reference Luca and I.I walked into my father's cha
The serenity of the cemetery ground gave me an eerie feeling. The only sound that could be heard is bird chirping. My eyes squinted in sadness as I stood just before my mother’s tomb.I was superglued to a spot, totally clueless about what to do.My hands suddenly wobbled because I’d exhausted them for too long while holding the bunch of roses I’d brought. Finally, I dropped the flower right beside me. My head was preoccupied with what Alfonso had said. He awoke a part of me that I’d worked so hard to bury; grief, pain, weakness, vulnerability... every feeling in the world that just made you feel like shit. My mind travelled to every single memory I’d about my mother and suddenly I missed her all over again. I was just an infant when my mother died. I made only short memories with her. Those short memories were still vivid in my mind.I’d never visited mother’s grave ever since she died because I didn’t want to bring back the past but today I decided to approach my fear. Everyth
LeiaI rubbed my eyes as I sat up from my bed. The sun that crept through the tiny creek of the curtain woke me. I turned to the other side and sighed when I didn't see Jericho. He never came back the previous night.I slipped down from my bed and dragged my tired legs to the bathroom. I was famished after refusing dinner from the previous night. Well, how could I force the food down my throat when I loathed them all? I was certain Aldina could poison my food if she had the chance.That bitch, I cursed inwardly.As usual, my breakfast was delivered by one of the maids. I craved to ask her where Jericho was, but I knew she wasn't going to tell me. I felt so restricted. As much as I disliked Jericho, I needed to confirm he wasn't dead after all.The whole day consisted of laying on my bed, scrolling through the internet. I had no zeal to go out. The only time I thought to leave was for dinner. I did that not because I was so hungry or because I had forgiven them for what they did. I j
I had just finished my breakfast when one of the maids walked in. "Senorita is asking after you," the maid said."Senorita? Who the hell is that?" I asked and found my way out. There in my doorway, Lin was standing grinning from ear to ear. "Leia," she called out richly with her arms wide. I stood rooted in my spot and I folded my arms across my breasts. She took the hint and lowered her arms." I guess I came too early...I could hardly sleep…you were on my mind all through the night… I am here to take you to Jericho's mother," she rambled all along."Oh!… That is what this is all about… I had almost forgotten… give me some minutes, I will be ready," I said and shut the door against her face.*******We walked briskly through the premises. Lin did all the talking while I listened. After about a thirty minute walk, we were at the cemetery. We passed through different old tombs and I knew each has its history.Right before us was a white shining tomb. It was well groomed and it was ou
Jericho POV, Few minutes has passed since Leia and her nurse maid left for the rest room. I have been technically bouncing on my toes, never had I been this impatient and aggravated all my life. Time was tucking away, yet there was no trace of Leia. My head had literally turned into a standing fan, spinning back and forth for a sign of her but there was no trace. Fed up of the shit, I decided to make a move but just as I made two steps away from my standing position, I felt a hand grab my arm making me twirl back to see it was Alex. My eyes instantly turned to inferno. “What?!” I gritted my teeth, my whole being burning with rage. Alex squirmed his face before sighing and said; “Tell me you aren’t fucking going to meet Leia in the restroom. You’ve to calm down! Give them some privacy, man! It's the ladies not your personal closet.Calm down? Really? Is that a joke or sort?How can I? when I am literally angry with entirely everything right now. Starting with Alfonso; the nerve of
Alex POVI have been avoiding Alfonso because I have nothing to say to him. After the search on Tyler's car's number led us no where, we are yet to have a concrete information.We have been checking the footage of cameras just like he had ordered but we are yet to get anything concrete.While I was at it, a summon propped up from Alfonso. It was meant for Jericho, he was summoned to come alongside Leia. Yeah, that is big boss for you, he takes the bull by the horn. I informed Jericho and soon he was down in Alfonso's chambers with his wife. I was also present."Given the fact that you were just informed about Russo's death, I had thought I will receive your visitation but it never come," Alfonso said to Leia as soon as we walked in.Leia said nothing. She bowed in greetings without responding."What can you say about your friend. I mean Tyler," Alfonso went straight to the point and showed Leia a seat.Leia looked surprised and looked questioningly at Jericho."Did you report me to …
Lucita POVI am obsessed about Jericho and knew it. Well you wouldn't blame me, he was my first love and my betrothed. When I walked through the shadows of death, he was the only substance that kept me fighting for my life. I am back on my feet and there is no way I can live on without him.Since l'd left the Bandas' mansion, I could not but think about him. Apparently, I might have lost him but I can't lose him for real. We can't remain under the same sky and he would be locked up in another woman's bosom.No! It can never be. The thought alone is infuriating. I will rather have him taken out. Yes, if I can't have him, no one would. Neither Leia nor some other women.At this point I could not help but think that Andro's intervention made me lose Jericho. If I had returned to him earlier, he wouldn't have met that bitch. And when I returned, Jericho couldn't feel my sincerity. I had grown past the naive and gentle lady he knew.Well, I won't cry over spoilt milk. I have lost Jericho
Alex POVTwo cars rode out of the property right after Leia's car. We followed in close proximity but Leia did not suspect a thing. This made me agree to Alfonso's delusions, Leia has indeed become docile. Well, I am happy that my friend and boss is soon becoming a father but above all I wish for his happiness and his wife's as well.It was hard to gather the men and follow them out without answering to Jericho. He only asked casually and he stopped pestering me after I snubbed him.I decided to go with our men because I did not want any flop. This was sir Alfonso's biddings it has to be done clean and perfect. Moreover I needed to see things for myself.Something did not sit down well with me. It was Sandra's disposition. She was alert and sensitive and there was no doubt that she would have caught on.I expected her to greet us or inform Leia but she didn't. Rather she feigned ignorance and maintained her position right beside Leia.Few of my men waited around the parking lot while
Alex POVWork was choking me up but I had to do it all alone. Jericho was busy with Leia and the task was not something I could give out to our subordinates.It was the end of the month and I had enough on my plate. Reports had rolled in from every one of our facilities around the world. I had to audit the whole thing and ascertain that each facility is doing well. This task is usually handled by Jericho or me.Jericho has been hanging around Leia since things started to fall apart between them, leaving me to face the heavy workloads.I knew this was going to happen when he kept such big intimation from Leia. Yeah, he did it with a good intention. He did it to protect her but hey, he should have known that Leia isn't a weakling, she won't welcome such an excuse.Thinking about it all aroused my curiosity. I am more curious about the source of the whole malady. Isn't it strange that a man from nowhere was the one who broke the news to Leia? A fucking childhood friend or whatever. I s
Alfonso POV, As I stood on the rooftop of my apartment, all that claded my mind was Lucita and whoever was behind her. This time around I was navigating ways on how to deal with them ruthlessly as soon as I got my hands on them. Fucking hell, I can’t beleive that the investigation on just one woman...One damn woman is suddenly becoming like a wild goose chase. The fact that the men I sent to tail her got killed, still gets me boiling. They were my elite men. Clenching my fist around the shot glass that I was holding, I took another sip from it. Impatience turns to rage as I waited for the fucker Luca to gave arrived already.And In a few hours, which felt like eternity, Luca finally arrived along with the other men. With a smirk, I watched as their cars zoomed in furiously and they all alighted. I nodded sideways toward one of the guards standing at the rare end of the rooftop and he knew what to do. He bowed and in a few minutes time, he led Luca up all the way. “If you don’t h
Leia's POVI was still mad at everyone and most especially Jericho. Seeing that I am back with him pissed me off. I wanted to stay away from him as long as I could.Well, I won't blame him but my family that released me back into his hands.The only thing holding me down here is my pregnancy. I had to respect the fact that I wasn't as agile as before. Back in Dallas when I saw blood dripping down my thighs, I was scared to the bones, I thought I had lost my baby. I don't think I will be able to live on if anything happens to my baby. It's the only thing that gives me joy. I am six months gone and I can't wait to see the man in there.I patted my stomach and smiled wearily.My phone beeped and I picked it up, smiling. It was Tyler."Hello Tyler," I said weakly into the phone."For goodness sakes! You scared the hell out of me. Your phone has been out of coverage since the last time we met. I contemplated paying you a visit today if I still can't reach you," he said with his voice lade
Luca's POVLuca left his father's chambers infuriated. He knew Alfonso well but he is also a man with his own principles. Hearing Alfonso say that he would take him out if he made a mistake was too far, it hit him hard but he decided to let it go.The next morning, he left in the company of two guards. He had no option he had to carry out his father's biddings. More so, he is as curious as his father.He is curious to find out what led to the death of Jacobs and Jade. They were one of their elite men and it was a slap on their face that they were wasted while trailing a woman. With his guard, he made his way down to the morgue. They were allowed in and led to the freezers where Jacob's and Jade's bodies were kept..They carried out thorough examinations, with the help of a professional. It was discovered that there were excessive scratches on each body and they possible scratched themselves to death.Apart from the scratches, nothing stood out on each body. After thorough examina
Luca's POVMy head remained bowed as Alfonso lashed out on me. I just gave him a bad report. Two of our most elite men turned up dead after trying to track down Lucita's location.The team maintained contact with them a few hours before they were caught off. Back up team and search team spurred into action immediately.They located the point where they had the last contact with them. Their dead bodies turned up just within circumference.The team ran different investigations around the location but nothing was unusual and it led nowhere."The backup team should have been on standby, not far from them!" Alfonso yelled and went berserk. He hauled different articles at but my head remained bowed."We did not deem it necessary to provide them with back up since they were unto just… Lucita, we did not see it coming..""Stop the crap! Just Lucita!? Is this how you will run the family business when I am gone!? Just Lucita? We have been trying to track her for good three months, shouldn't tha