Annabel's POV"By anything, do you mean the way you murdered Mrs Elizabeth Davis just to become the second and only wife?"Staring at my face wondering how I knew, she did not immediately reply. Few seconds passed and then she stepped up and said, "Yes. I mean just that."I laughed haughtily as I returned to my seat, swiveling the chair as I stared at the furious woman in front of me.I replied, "You didn't think I came all the way here just to get killed, did you?"She scrunched up her face as she grimaced, "What do you mean?""Nevermind," I breathed, "You may excuse me now, I was studying just how to make Davis Industries become a better place when you barged in."After a long and hard look, she angrily picked up her bag and dashed out, slamming the door behind her. An immense satisfaction hit me. I never knew revenge could taste this sweet....Scott's POVI arrived home by dusk and walked into the mansion to find Samantha watching her favorite cartoon.Immediately she saw me, she
Myron's POVAt this point, I was already thinking of a way to deport I and Annabel back to London. It was a complete mistake letting her come back here. She doesn't listen to me anymore and just does what she thinks is right and it is of no benefit to me. I downed my third bottle of Scotch and watched the pole dancers closely, trying to get my mind off Annabel's disobedience but it was what led me to the bar in the first place and I can't seem to put it off my head.I need to act fast. I have to find a way to return us back to London and after that, we're never stepping foot in this goddamn city again. I didn't even need to think of how Annabel doesn't see me anymore ever since she got busy with the Davis'.It's always, "Good morning, see you later!" or "I have business to catch up on!" Even the kids barely see her. She comes late from wherever she went, takes a quick shower and buckles up in bed ignoring my questions with a plea of, "Please Myron, I had a long day."I clutched at t
Natalia's POVI dropped the kids off at school today. The smiles on their faces made me very happy. I couldn't help but feel that I'd neglected them for too long, leaving Myron to play both the father and mother role.I chided myself, as I remained glued to the steering wheel, yet I believed that neglecting Ethan and Liam wasn't my intention. I had to get revenge on their father and the entire Davis family for taking my happiness away. Speaking of that, I'd successfully gotten Mr Davis to make me the highest shareholder in his company and this has not only driven a rift between him and Vivian but it has also given me a starting point on my revenge.I have to be at the Davis Industry now. I took in a sharp breath and began to reverse out of the parking lot when I saw a familiar face through the side mirror. It was the face of a little girl and she got closer and closer, I recognized her.Samantha.I was surprised to know that she attends same school with Ethan and Liam. I was about sa
Annabel's POVI lifted my gaze to find Scott. I breathed in sharply, contemplating whether to use the elevator or not. It's already hard when he brings up all that Annabel stuff say less of us being in the same elevator."The meeting is happening on the last floor," his voice pierced my thoughts as his enchanting emerald eyes fell upon my legs, "Considering those high heels, you would only bruise those beautiful legs trying to take the stairs." I sighed and finally forced my legs into the elevator. My breath hitched as the doors closed silently. I couldn't help but ponder what fate was trying to do, bringing I and Scott this close even when I have decided to put the past behind me and get my revenge.Silence reigned and then,"I can forgive you for everything, Annabel but I don't think I can ever forgive you for destroying your lustre hair."I kept mute."Do you remember the night I proposed to you?" he continued, "When I told you how much I love your lustre hair next to how much I r
Myron's POV I grabbed my car keys the moment Natalia hung up. I wouldn't let her continue to do more damage than she already has. I know she wants revenge but her relationship with Mr Davis is becoming suspicious and if I let her continue down that path she might expose herself before long. I slammed the car door shut and turned on the engine. Or maybe I'm only acting this way because I feel insecure. Still, I have every right to behave this way. I could never comprehend the idea of Scott and Annabel together. I have grown to love her so much that I can never do without her nor can I watch her in the arms of another man. It was for this reason I never wanted us to come to New York and now that we're here, it is left to me to keep what is mine. Now that Annabel has managed to climb to the top of the stakeholders building in the Davis Industries, it means that there will be frequent contact between her and Scott. I swerved to the right, passing the speed limit as I tightened
Annabel's POVBright lights illuminated the room I was in. I could barely see anything when I opened my eyes. I sat up on the bed with a groan as a heavy ache came upon my head.I sighed and looked around me. There was no one in the room. I took in a deep breath and memories of being tossed like garbage in the elevator rushed through my mind.Now that I think of it, it was really a nightmare however it didn't feel so at that point in time and it's all thanks to Scott. He had put his life on the line and made sure I didn't sustain any hard injuries.I set my feet on the ground and begin to walk to the door. I should see him and know how he's doing. As my hand rested on the knob, the door opened and Myron stepped in.I drew back.He asked, "Where are you going?" "Is Scott here?" I asked, "I need to know if he's alright and thank him for saving-""That is not necessary, I have thanked him on your behalf. You don't have to go over to him." he cut me off abruptly, his expression dark and
Annabel's POV "Maybe it's high time the world knows that she isn't my daughter." Michelle's words rang out a thousand times in my ears. "What..what do you mean?" I demanded but she simply rolled her eyes and etched closer to me. "I see you as a trusted friend, Natalia.. I've never really had one..so I hope you can keep this a secret." she explained. "Yes..yes of course." I agreed immediately, "Well," Michelle took in a deep breath, "Did I tell you that Scott's ex-wife lost her child?." She continued, "Scott loved her very much but she was simply not what he thought her to be and after they lost their daughter, he adopted Samantha just to keep the memory of the unborn child alive." "Oh.." I said silently, "And you? He's.. he's never thought of having a child with you?" Michelle sighed deeply and was about to answer when the door to the room opened and Myron walked in. "Hello, Mr Wilson," Michelle greeted, stepping away from me, "I'm glad to see that your wife is oka
Annabel's POVA week had past since the accident in the elevator. The shareholders meeting was rescheduled and I was introduced as the leading head of the Davis' Industries next to the CEO, Scott.With Scott still heading the company I could not take sole decisions in some certain areas however I could influence it strongly. I am not impatient too, infact, I like my revenge slow-burn.Only that, Myron has now become a leech on my skin. He follows me everywhere and wouldn't let me out of his sight. I wondered how dinner at the Davis' would pull through today."Mommy, mommy, mommy!" Ethan and Liam screamed in unison as they ran through the door and clasped my legs, looking up at me excitedly."Hey, cherries.." I giggled as I raised them both on my arms and settled on the couch, "I see school was fun today, hm?""So much fun, mommy!" exclaimed Ethan.Liam added, "Samantha's Dad took us on sightseeing..he got us a huge bowl of icecream after our fun!"My smile faded and in that instant, M
Michelle's POVWe were all seated in front of the TV however none of us could actually stare at it for long. It was humiliating and shameful to see those demeaning comment on our family.These comments came from reporters, bloggers, hateful people and of course, rivals. A day has passed since Mr Davis got arrested and yet none of us could summon the courage to even pay him a visit.The least we could do was call and send a message hoping his lawyer would get him out somehow.Having lived a life of luxury and none of shame and humiliation, this was certainly a difficult time for all of us.Nathan grunted as he picked up the remote and switched off the TV.Vivian was the first to speak, "I can't believe this is happening.""You wouldn't have had to believe it if y'all had believed me when I said that Natalia is Annabel." Scott replied."What does Natalia have to do with this??" Nathan. hissed."This has always been her plan. If you stop to think for a moment you would realize that-""Le
Annabel's POVI was watching the news that evening for the umpteenth time. The one that clearly captured Mr Davis being cuffed and escorted into the police van and Vivian avoiding the cameras with her head bowed.A satisfied smile adorned my lips and I could not stop putting the video on replay. I am close to my goal. Soon, my late daughter and mother will rest in peace knowing that their death was avenged.I sipped my wine and wondered how Mr Davis was faring in jail. I had managed to cancel every grant for bail for the meantime but I knew it won't be for long.Still I was satisfied knowing that he would be spending tonight behind bars. That is where he truly belongs and until I make sure he gets sentenced there for life, my revenge will not be successful."Natalia," I lifted my gaze and found Myron descending from the stairs, "You're here. It's pretty late, won't you come to bed? You had a long day.""I'm alright. You don't need to wait for me," I told him, "I will be sleeping in a
Annabel's POV "Well...uh.." she stuttered, "T-the shareholders are downstairs with the police. They want Mr Davis arrested!""Really?" I exclaimed, a smile liting up my face when I suddenly remembered and quickly got a hold of myself."Oh.. that's bad.." I said, pretending to look sad. I picked up my bag and slipped my phone into it. I would have to speak to Williams later.I said to the receptionist, "Let's go." The ground floor and the people on it was in total disarray. Somehow, the paparazzi had managed to force their way into the company and the guards and few cops around struggled to hold them off.The shareholders had come with some cops as well and their faces was anything but pleasant."We have all worked together," said Mr Davis to the shareholder, "Surely you should know that this is just a business loss that can happen to any company.""It is not a business loss, Mr Davis," the leader of the shareholders replied, "It is YOUR business loss and we are simply investors in y
Annabel's POVI smirked, "Oh, I am dead serious Princess."One of the executives spoke, "Mrs Wilson, you might be the top shareholder of the company but Mrs Davis has been helping to lead this company long before you joined it. She has every right to remain the advisor of this company.""And you must be her errand dog, Mr Gilbert?" I countered, "I'm sorry to break it to you but Mrs Davis here is no longer Mrs Davis. She is divorced."The Executives gasped while Scott simply shut his eyes and shook his head."Since I now have the final say in this company, she will resign her position as advisor immediately."Vivian looked towards Mr Davis with a plea in her eyes. Her body trembled when Mr Davis looked away and gave her no response.The fire bubbled up inside of me. I could describe how she felt very easily. I have felt it before, when she made me divorce Scott and then threw me out of the house.I helped her with the documents and handed her a pen. Our gazes locked and made sure she c
Annabel's POVI glared at him, "You attempted murder, Myron!""I didn't do anything," he denied, "How could you accuse me of such, Natalia?""I know you, Myron," I answered, "I know what you're capable of. Out of jealousy, you tried to murder Scott.""Natalia, that was an accident for god's sake! Contrary to what you think, it could not have been planned. It could have happened unexpectedly. Perhaps the driver was distracted or something-""No, Myron." I whispered underneath my breath, "That was no accident. I saw it. There's no way in hell that the driver of that car knew that Liam would bolt unto the road suddenly. His target was Scott, and Liam got in the way. Not to mention the fact that there was no one else on that road except I and Scott and Michelle."Silence hung in the air as Myron stared at me with an expressionless face. "You're worked up, Natalia," he spoke calmly, "You need to rest."I shook my head pitifully at him."It better not be true, Myron," I told him, "I will h
Annabel's POV"Where were you the entire day?" I asked. The abruptness of my question must have shocked him because his surprised expression showed that he was not expecting that question."At the company," he answered, looking away and adding under his breath, "Where else would I have been?""Your absence was unusual, Myron and even now, your calmness baffles me."He sighed, "I am deeply worried about Liam, Natalia. I thought prioritizing his wellbeing and then finding the criminal later would be the right thing to do. I'm sorry if I do not meet your expectations."All this while, he kept avoiding my gaze and his answer was not the least satisfying. Or perhaps I'm overthinking things. Myron would never plan an accident on Liam. Even though he is not his biological son, Myron cherishes my boys.Except the accident was not meant for Liam.I turned my gaze and stared at him again, my mind taking me back to the scene of the accident. For one thing, the accident was definitely planned.
Annabel's POV"I'm sorry, Mrs Wilson but your blood type is not a complete match to your son's."I rose to my wobbly feet in a start, not failing to see the shocked look on everyone's faces."D-Doctor," I began, "You..you must be mistaken. I am his mother. I gave birth to him, I-""I understand how you feel right now, Mrs Wilson but it's your son's life here. He needs blood immediately and yours is not a complete match." the Doctor explained."B-but how is that possible?" Michelle exclaimed, as shocked as I was, "She is his mother. Who else would have a better match?""Mrs Davis, things like this are possible medically." the Doctor explained, "She could be his mother but their blood group can differ. It does not mean she is not his mother."He paused and added, "There is nothing to worry about. In cases like this, the father of the child holds the complete match so it's a good thing Mr Wilson is here."I shivered. There is no way on earth Myron's blood would match Liam's. Moreover, I
Scott's POV"Liam!!"Annabel's piercing scream filled my ears and interrupted my call. Sensing danger, I turned abruptly, in time to find Liam running to me with his outstretched arms and smiling face, but too late to realize the speeding car racing towards us.My eyes widened as my phone dropped to the ground and ran towards him, hoping to get to him before the car."Liam!" his name erupted from my lips just when the car ran him over and brushed past me, sending me with a thud to the ground.For a moment, I could not process anything as I had hit the back of my head hard against the tarred road. "Oh my God! Scott..Scott.." Michelle was next to me, "Are you..are you okay?"I could hear her clearly but I struggled to make sense of my surroundings as she helped me sit up."You're bleeding!" Michelle gasped and began to fumble for her phone, "Hold on...please keep your eyes open! I'll call 911!"My eyes unconsciously darted a few meters behind Michelle and that was when everything came
Annabel's POVI had chosen a turtlenecked sleeve on pants to meet with Scott and pick up the kids. I didn't want him to see the bruises and create another scandal. After what Miss Donna told me, I would have to tread carefully as from now on. I already suspected that Myron must have temper issues even before she let the cat out of the bag.Scott had chosen a remote location where there were no passerbys and barely any chances of being seen. I had come earlier than expected and I forced myself to believe that it was only because I was eager to see my boys again however, the feeling gnawed inside me.The feeling of wanting to see Scott again and share the close, loving time we had spent at the beach. Even now as I leaned against my car, waiting patiently I couldn't help but replay the beach episode. I found myself smiling time to time despite my sad and realistic situation. I hugged my arms as the snow drifted lightly around me. Instead of cold, I felt the touch of Scott- warm, sensat