I glanced over at him, seeing the excitement in his eyes, but my own emotions were far more complicated. "It might seem like great news," I admitted, "but I’m not happy about it, James." He raised an eyebrow, clearly puzzled. "Why not? This is what you wanted all along, isn’t it? Full control ove
Anna's POV "James, let’s visit the Scotts' residence," I said with a sly grin, already anticipating the chaos that would unfold. There was a certain thrill that came with these confrontations, and I could see the same excitement flicker in James's eyes. "Another show is about to go down," he rep
Chloe's POV "Mom, Lucas is serious about the DNA test. He’s saying he’s going public soon, to address the press and clear his name, that he has nothing to do with me or the baby!" I said, gripping the steering wheel tightly as I drove back to my parents' house. My voice was laced with frustration
Harvey's POV "Harvey, what are you doing to yourself?" my dad's voice boomed as he stormed into my home office, snatching the half-empty bottle of whiskey from my hand. His eyes bore into me, a mix of anger and concern etched on his face. I could barely meet his gaze. I slumped back in my chair, r
Harvey's POV Just as I stepped out of my car, the paparazzi swarmed around me like vultures. My bodyguard instinctively moved to shield me, but this time, I stopped him. I was done avoiding this circus, done hiding. It was time to face this mess head-on. "Mr. Knight, how is your wife taking the
Anna's POV I was sitting in my car, heading home, when my phone buzzed. It was a FaceTime request from Lucy, one of my close friends and a key person managing my company in California. I answered immediately, curious about why she was calling. "Hey, babes! How’s everything out there?" Lucy asked
Anna's POV I stood paralyzed at the door, witnessing a scene that made my blood run cold. My dad's actions were unmistakable, and the sounds of passion filled the air. My hand grasping the handle as if rooted to the spot. he was pounding in to the woman from behind vigorously. the woman's sultr
Anna's POV After my conversation with Lucy, I found myself driving aimlessly through the city, not really heading toward any particular destination. My mind was swirling with thoughts, emotions tangling together like threads of a knotted rope. The quiet hum of the car engine did nothing to drown o
Anna’s POV The threat against our family has finally faded. The Scott family has received the punishment they deserved: Chloe is confined in a psychiatric hospital, and Mr. and Mrs. Scott are serving life sentences. All that was taken from me has been returned, and life has become peaceful again.
Anna's POV The wedding planning began like a whirlwind, an exciting, beautiful whirlwind of dreams finally coming to life. Harvey and I had chosen the perfect setting—an intimate beach ceremony, surrounded by family, close friends, and the calming waves. My bridesmaids—Lillian, Lucy, and Ruby—we
Anna's POV After the press conference, my father and I made our way to the main conference hall, where all the employees were gathered, waiting anxiously. The tension in the air was palpable, their faces a mix of confusion, hope, and unease. They knew there was a shift happening, and everyone seem
Anna's POV My father stood calmly at the podium, answering questions with a precision that only years of experience could provide. One journalist, looking for the backstory, asked, “Mr. Marino, where were you when the Scott family took over the company?” Without hesitation, my father began, his
Anna's POV The questions from the journalists came like a whirlwind, one after another, pressing for answers, for a glimpse of the story that was about to unfold. My father gave a calm but firm signal to our security team, and they immediately moved in to hold back the crowd, creating a path for u
Anna’s POV As soon as my father, Harvey, and I arrived at the airport, I could feel the weight of everyone’s eyes on us. The large team of security personnel following close behind made us a sight hard to miss. I shot my dad a frustrated look, shaking my head slightly. “Dad, you know I hate this
Anna’s POV By the next morning, the news was everywhere—every channel, every headline, every whisper on the street. The DNA test results had come to light, confirming the identity of Kate’s child, and, more shocking, the undeniable evidence of her role in the near-fatal accident she had orchestrat
Anna’s POV The subtle yet unmistakable smirk on my father’s face as he glanced at Kate sent a wave of curiosity through me. He seemed... pleased. But there was something else in his eyes—a sharpness, a hint of control. As he leaned forward, addressing her, I could see the tension building across t
Anna's POV The phone rang, and I saw Harvey’s name flashing on the screen. I picked up with a smile, hearing his familiar, comforting voice on the other end. “Hey, love.” “Hey,” I replied, a hint of relief in my voice. “Are you done with your meeting?” “Yes,” he replied, sounding as if he were