Martins sat in his office, his gaze focused on the papers spread out before him. He had just returned from a successful business trip and was eager to catch up on work. The sun streamed through the large windows, casting a warm glow on the sleek furniture. He was in a good mood, anticipating a relaxing evening with Carina. Just as he was about to call her, a knock at the door interrupted his thoughts. "Come in," Martins said, his voice calm and controlled. The door opened, and Luke walked in with an air of arrogance. Martins’ expression immediately hardened. Luke was the last person he wanted to see. "Martins," Luke greeted with a smirk, stepping into the office with an annoying swagger. "Luke," Martins replied, his tone icy. "To what do I owe this unpleasant visit?" " I came to say hello to my uncle" Luke sauntered over to a chair and sat down without being invited. "I hear you've been giving Carina flowers," Martins said, his voice low and threatening. "I warned you to stay aw
Martins sat in a quiet corner of his favorite coffee shop, sipping his espresso as he waited for his best friend, James, to arrive. He was anxious about the conversation they needed to have. He hadn't told anyone about his recent confrontation with Luke except James, who had been there for him through thick and thin.James finally walked in, spotting Martins immediately. With a friendly grin, he approached and took a seat across from Martins."Hey, man," James greeted, his eyes filled with curiosity. "You look stressed. What's going on?"Martins sighed deeply. "It's Luke. He came by my office yesterday, bringing up the bonfire night from ten years ago. He's trying to mess with my head, and I don't know what to do."James frowned, leaning in closer. "What exactly did he say?"Martins hesitated, recalling the encounter. "He accused me of taking advantage of Carina when she was drunk that night. He said if she found out, it would ruin everything."James shook his head in disbelief. "That
Nelly paced her living room, her mind racing with plans to bring Carina down. She had seen how obsessed Luke was with Carina's newfound success, and she knew that the only way to regain his attention was to ruin Carina. She had no choice but to take matters into her own hands.She had been discreetly assembling a team to help execute her plan. The first person she had recruited was a disgruntled director from the company Carina had taken over. This director, Maria, had felt overlooked when Madam Katie handed the company to Carina instead of her. Maria's bitterness made her an easy target for Nelly's scheme.Nelly got ready for her meeting with Maria, carefully choosing an outfit that projected confidence and authority. She wore a sleek black dress and styled her hair into a polished updo. As she applied a final touch of lipstick, she rehearsed her lines in her head. This meeting had to go perfectly.The café they had chosen for the meeting was quiet and discreet, the perfect place fo
The next day, Nelly and Maria met at the same café, arriving early to finalize their plans before meeting their potential ally. The café was quiet, with the soft hum of conversations and the clinking of cups providing a discreet backdrop for their clandestine meeting.Nelly ordered a coffee, while Maria opted for tea. They settled into a secluded booth, ensuring their conversation wouldn’t be overheard.Maria leaned in, her curiosity getting the better of her. "Nelly, I have to ask. Why do you hate Carina so much? What did she do to deserve all this?"Nelly took a sip of her coffee, her expression darkening. "Carina has always been the favorite. My parents, everyone, they all thought she was perfect. It didn’t matter what I did, how hard I worked, she was always the star." She was cooking lies not to look bad. Maria nodded, her eyes narrowing. "So, it's sibling rivalry?"Nelly scoffed. "It’s more than that. Carina always acted like she was better than me, like she was some kind of s
Ever since Martins bailed out on me during our last date , He wasn’t taking my calls or replying my text messages, He was clearly ignoring him, We finally decided to meet in one of his hotels to have dinner at the restaurant, Because Martins had a suite there , We agreed to spend the night together since we both had a lineup of work to do, The next week. “ Hello , Is martins in his room “ I asked and the receptionist checked her book and shaked her head, He was not here yet . “He hasn’t checked in yet but he called to say you will be coming “ She said and I nodded . “ I will wait for him then , We were supposed to meet here “ I grabbed my luggage and headed for the room , I was spending the weekend here with him . When I arrived at his suite , I took a deep breath and sat down at the corner chair , My mind went to Martins, What exactly was going on with Martins, Everything felt strange and the energy was bad. Martins wasn’t the type to hide things for me and that wasn’t even wh
As I entered the room, I saw Luke with Leah. She looked uncomfortable, like she didn’t want to talk to him. He was whispering something in her ear, a sickening sight that made my blood boil. Without thinking, I rushed over and grabbed Luke by the collar.“Leah, go to your room,” I commanded. Leah didn’t hesitate; she ran upstairs immediately, clearly relieved to escape.I turned back to Luke, fury blazing in my eyes. “What are you doing in my house?” I demanded, my voice shaking with anger. Without waiting for an answer, I slapped him hard across the face.Luke rubbed his cheek, smirking. “I just wanted to say hi,” he said, his tone dripping with mockery.“Never step foot in my house again,” I warned him, my voice low and dangerous. “Get out.”He laughed, a cold, cruel sound that sent chills down my spine. As he walked towards the door, he paused and looked back at me. “Be careful, Carina. Martins is dangerous. He’s going to hurt you, just like he did before.”His words struck me lik
Martins sat in the restaurant waiting for Luke, the tension in the air palpable. He had rented out the entire place to ensure privacy, knowing that the conversation he was about to have with Luke needed to be away from prying eyes and ears. His fists clenched and unclenched on the table as he waited, his mind racing with anger and anxiety.When Luke finally arrived, he walked in with a smug expression, his casual demeanor infuriating Martins even more. Luke took his time crossing the room, finally sitting down across from Martins with an irritatingly casual grace."Martins, always so dramatic," Luke began, leaning back in his chair. "What's the occasion?"Martins' eyes narrowed. "Cut the crap, Luke. What did you say to Carina?"Luke smirked. "Oh, just the truth. Told her you’re dangerous, that you’d hurt her."The calm way Luke said it pushed Martins over the edge. He shot up from his seat and grabbed Luke by the shirt, pulling him halfway across the table. "You bastard!" Martins gro
Nelly walked into Luke's office building with a sense of determination. She hadn't seen or heard from Luke in a while, and his sudden silence was infuriating. As she made her way through the hallways, she rehearsed what she was going to say, preparing herself for the confrontation. She pushed open the door to his office without knocking, finding him hunched over his desk, glaring at his computer screen. Luke looked up, his face contorting with anger the moment he saw her. "What are you doing here, Nelly?" he snapped, his voice dripping with irritation. Nelly took a deep breath, refusing to be intimidated. "I haven't seen you in weeks, Luke. You’ve been ignoring my calls. What's going on?" Luke stood up abruptly, his chair scraping against the floor. "I don't have time for this right now. Get out." Nelly's eyes narrowed. "So, it's true then? You're actually serious about going back to Carina?" Luke's expression hardened. "Yes, I am. Not that it’s any of your business." Nelly laugh
Dear Diary It’s been three years since everything changed. Sometimes I still marvel at how quickly life can transform from chaos to calm, from pain to peace. I’m sitting in my room now, surrounded by the comforting hum of everyday life, and I feel compelled to capture this moment, to reflect on how far we’ve come, Everyday I wonder if it's a dream but I don't think I want to ever wake up from this dream,I am finally happy, Over the years things have changed but let me take you on the ride. Martins and I are happily married,Ohh and our wedding was the talk of the town, Every day with him feels like a blessing. We have twins now, A beautiful girl and a boy, Their laughter fills our home, and watching them grow has been one of the greatest joys of my life, Leah won't stop thanking us for giving her siblings, She has settled into junior high school remarkably well. She’s blossomed into a bright, confident young woman, and I couldn’t be prouder, The stigma that her father was a murder
I felt a surge of excitement that I couldn’t contain. I wanted to share the incredible news about our engagement with the people who had supported me throughout this journey. Without hesitation, I reached for my phone and dialed Madam Katie’s number.“Hello?” Madam Katie’s warm voice greeted me.“Madam Katie! It’s Carina,” I said, barely able to keep the excitement out of my voice. “I have some wonderful news to share with you!”“Oh, Carina! What’s going on?” she asked, her tone immediately brightening.“I’m engaged!” I blurted out. “Martins proposed to me tonight here in Jeju, and I said yes!”There was a brief pause before Madam Katie’s delighted gasp came through the line. “Oh, Carina, that’s wonderful! Congratulations! I’m so happy for you both.”“Thank you! I wish you could have been here to celebrate with us,” I said, my voice filled with happiness. “We had a perfect evening. The setting was beautiful, and the proposal was just as magical as I’d hoped it would be.”“I’m sure it
Martins and I had spent a perfect week exploring the island, soaking in its natural beauty, and trying out new experiences. Today was our last day, and I couldn’t believe how quickly the time had flown by. I’d been recording every moment for a special video, capturing the highlights of our trip.After finishing up my latest video segment about our visit to a stunning waterfall, I was excited to see what Martins had planned for our final evening. He had hinted at a surprise, and the anticipation made my heart race.As we walked back to our accommodation, Martins was unusually quiet, his gaze occasionally shifting to me with a secretive smile. I couldn’t help but wonder what he had in store. When we reached our place, he helped me get ready, making sure I looked my best for whatever the evening had in store.A private car soon arrived to take us to a special restaurant Martins had booked. The ride through the picturesque streets of Jeju felt almost surreal, with the soft evening light c
Carina and Martins prepared for their much-anticipated trip to Jeju Island, the air was filled with a mix of excitement and relief. They had dropped Leah off with Mandy, who was more than happy to look after her. Carina had managed to give Leah a quick hug and a few reassuring words before they left. The bittersweet feeling of leaving Leah behind was softened by the knowledge that she was in good hands. Mandy and Leah stood at the airport, waving goodbye as Carina and Martins made their way to the boarding gate.The airport was bustling with activity, but Carina felt a sense of calm wash over her as they approached the gate. She and Martins had been looking forward to this trip for weeks. It was their chance to unwind and escape the chaos that had dominated their lives recently.As they boarded the plane, Carina felt a flutter of anticipation. She and Martins settled into their seats, and Carina glanced around the cabin, noting the comforting familiarity of their private space. The pl
yMartins had sent a message about a special trip we were taking together to Jeju Island. I couldn’t wait to escape, even if just for a little while. As I approached the front door, I could already feel the excitement bubbling up inside me.Martins greeted me with a warm hug as soon as I walked in. His eyes sparkled with genuine happiness, something I hadn’t seen in a long time. “You made it! I was starting to think you might change your mind.”“Never,” I said, smiling up at him. “I wouldn’t miss this for the world.”We shared a soft kiss, and it was like the world outside ceased to exist. All the trials and tribulations seemed to vanish for that moment, and it was just the two of us. Martins took my hand and led me to the living room where soft music played in the background. He had set up a cozy space for us to unwind. There was a bottle of wine chilling in a bucket, and he poured us each a glass as we settled into a slow dance.The music was soft, almost ethereal, and as we swayed
The gala party incident had become the talk of the town. Social media buzzed with clips of the shocking revelations and the dramatic arrests of Luke, Claire, and Nelly. News outlets dissected every detail, and the public eagerly awaited the legal proceedings. Carina's bravery in exposing her tormentors was widely praised, but now, the focus shifted to the consequences for those who had wronged her.Claire was the first to be investigated. She sat in the interrogation room, her face a mask of defiance. Despite the overwhelming evidence against her, she maintained her silence."Mrs. Grant, we have substantial evidence against you," the lead detective said, his tone firm but not unkind. "Your best option is to cooperate."Claire’s lawyer, a sharp-eyed man in a tailored suit, leaned forward. "Claire, listen to me. The evidence is irrefutable. If you plead guilty and cooperate, we might be able to negotiate a lighter sentence."Claire’s eyes flashed with anger and fear. She looked at her l
I woke up on the morning of the gala with a mix of excitement and nervous anticipation. Today was the day we would finally expose Luke, Nelly, and Claire for their crimes. But first, I had to make sure Leah was safe. Mandy and I drove to her niece’s house, where Leah would stay for the night. Mandy’s niece was a sweet, responsible young woman who adored Leah, and I felt confident she was in good hands. “Thank you so much for taking care of her,” I said to Mandy’s niece as I hugged Leah goodbye. “Of course, Carina. She’ll be safe with me,” she assured me with a warm smile. Leaving Leah behind, I drove to the event hall where the gala would be held. The place was a hive of activity, with people bustling around, setting up decorations, arranging seating, and checking sound equipment. Everything had to be perfect for tonight. I walked around, ensuring that all the preparations were on track. Satisfied with the progress, I headed back home where my fashion designer was waiting for me.
I sat in Madam Katie’s cozy living room, the weight of anticipation heavy in the air. Mandy, Martins, and Madam Katie were with me, all of us gathered to watch the video that Miguel had sent. The room was dimly lit, the only light coming from the screen in front of us. My heart pounded in my chest as I pressed play, and the recording started.Miguel's face appeared on the screen, his eyes filled with a mix of regret and determination. He began to speak, detailing his involvement in Luke’s dirty dealings, Nelly’s scheming, and Claire’s cold-blooded actions. As the video played, the room grew eerily silent, each of us hanging on every word.When the video ended, I looked around at the others. Mandy’s face was pale, her eyes wide with shock. Martins sat with his head in his hands, and Madam Katie had a look of grim determination.Martins was the first to break the silence. “I can’t believe it. My own sister... she killed her husband.” He looked up, his eyes meeting mine. “She acted so de
Carlos felt a strange mix of satisfaction as he walked into the headquarters of the Mexico police. After days of meticulous planning and gathering evidence, he was finally ready to bring Miguel down. The evidence he had collected was damning, enough to put Miguel away for life and bring justice for all his victims. Carlos handed over a thick file to the lead investigator, a stern-faced woman named Inspector Rodriguez."We've been looking for Miguel for a long time," Inspector Rodriguez said, flipping through the documents. "This is exactly what we needed."Carlos nodded. "I'm ready to play my part. I have been undercover as Miguel's right-hand man for some time now. I can lead him right into your trap."Inspector Rodriguez looked at Carlos with a mix of admiration and concern. "You know the risks, Carlos. If Miguel suspects anything, you're a dead man."Carlos's jaw tightened. "I know. But this is the only way to bring him down."The next day, Carlos slipped back into his undercover