“Audrey, come on. We are going to be late!” Audrey stands in front of the ornate mirror in her bedroom, the soft glow of the vanity lights illuminating her reflection. The room is filled with the faint scent of her favorite candles, adding a touch of tranquillity to the atmosphere. The mirror reflects an elegant and tastefully decorated space, with touches of femininity and sophistication.She holds a lipstick in her hand, carefully applying it to her lips with precision. The shade complements her complexion, accentuating her natural features. She takes her time, ensuring that every stroke is perfect, wanting to feel confident and beautiful for the evening ahead.“Audrey! Are you done yet?” In the background, the sound of Jax's voice echoes, urging Audrey to hurry. Her voice is soft and filled with anticipation, a gentle reminder of the impending plans they have made. The urgency in her tone hints at her excitement and eagerness to embark on the night's adventure together.Audrey pa
“What do you mean Audrey wasn't with us last night?” As Jax paces back and forth, her frustration and concern mounting, the rest of the group tries to cope with their own ailments from the previous night's revelry. “Jax, silence!” Alexa, nursing a headache, pleads for Jax's silence, while Reggie interrupts with a bout of nausea, his focus on a more immediate need.“Let me puke, Jax. For fuck sake!” Jax, overwhelmed by worry, runs a hand through her hair, her anxiety palpable. She reaches for her phone, intending to call Audrey, but to her dismay, Audrey's phone appears to be switched off. Panic takes hold of Jax, and her mind races with questions about Audrey's whereabouts.Meanwhile, Audrey, now dressed and determined to uncover the truth, begins her search within the suite. With each room she checks, her uncertainty grows. Eventually, she descends the stairs, her eyes scanning the surroundings for any sign of Luke, the person she suspects may hold the answers she seeks. Fortuna
As darkness blankets the sky with the setting sun, Audrey finds herself on the night shift, contemplating what to do with the watch she has found. Her friends suggest putting up an online ad and selling it for double the price, while Jax, who continues to stare at the watch, suggests she keep it for herself."Why?" Audrey asks, crossing her arms in confusion.After a while, she walks out of the building and hails a cab to the local pawn shop. However, standing outside the shop, she hesitates, wondering if the watch could be worth millions and if she might be fooled by the pawn shop owner into accepting a fake one.Deciding it would be wise to have it checked at a reputable store, Audrey enters an upscale outlet where she is greeted by a salesperson. After exchanging pleasantries, she inquires about customized watches, and the salesperson confirms that they do make such watches.Audrey then shows him the watch and asks if it was made in their store. The man carefully examines the wa
Kalix Ashford, consumed by anger and frustration, arrives at his office building, his mind still dwelling on the events that unfolded earlier. The screech of the car coming to a halt snaps him back to reality, and the driver informs him that they have reached their destination.Hastily exiting the vehicle, Kalix strides into the office building, his focus solely on reaching his destination. Ignoring the people around him, he marches directly towards the elevator, his impatience evident. Continuously pressing the elevator buttons, he grows increasingly annoyed, his agitation bubbling to the surface.As the elevator doors finally open, Kalix directs his frustration toward the guard stationed near the elevator entrance. With an irritated tone, he demands an explanation, "What took you so long to arrive at the ground floor?" His impulsive outburst reflects his current state of mind.Entering the elevator, Kalix remains silent, shutting himself off from any interaction. He disregards th
“Anyways, I should get going.” Audrey's smile falters as she receives a response from Kalix that catches her completely off guard. “Yeah, you should -” His words strike her like a blow, leaving her momentarily stunned. The hope she held for a simple word of gratitude or acknowledgment quickly dissipated, replaced by confusion and a tinge of hurt.Puckering her eyebrows, Audrey can't help but express her bewilderment. "Excuse me?" she blurts out, hoping to clarify his unexpected response. She searches his face for any sign that he might be joking or simply misunderstood her.Kalix 's focus shifts from his watch to Audrey, his eyes meeting hers with a hint of defiance. His tone carries a mixture of dismissiveness and indifference as he repeats, "Yeah, you should get going... Whatever your name is." His words sting, delivered with a deliberate lack of courtesy.The initial shock turns to frustration as Audrey's patience wears thin. Her voice carries a matching level of rudeness as she
Kalix Ashford arrives at the Midnight Club, the vibrant atmosphere and lively ambiance of the place initially frustrating him. However, he understands the significance of his best friend's bachelor party and sets aside his irritations, determined to make the night memorable.Approaching Nathan, Kalix leans in and whispers, "Nathan, are you sure that you want to get married?"His concern is evident in his voice, wanting to ensure that his friend is making the right decision. Nathan responds with a shrug of his shoulders, indicating a mix of uncertainty and resignation. "I mean, do I have an option? She is pregnant," he explains, implying that the circumstances have influenced his decision.Kalix takes a sip of his drink, contemplating Nathan's response.Despit
Nathan stands astonished, his eyes widening as he witnesses his best friend, Kalix, locked in a passionate embrace with Audrey. Caught off guard, he can't help but break the tension with a lighthearted remark.With a playful whistle escaping his lips, he exclaims, "Woah! You guys should get a room!"As the kiss comes to an end, Audrey and Kalix attempt to regain their composure, their breaths still intertwined. The room fills with an awkward silence as they lock their eyes, their gazes reflecting a mix of desire, surprise, and uncertainty.Uncomfortable with the intensity of the moment, Audrey quickly averts her gaze, feeling a rush of self-consciousness. Her palms nervously rub together as she anxiously looks down at the floor. Sensing the need to escape the overwhelming situation, she hastily makes her exit,
At the lively Midnight Club, Kalix continues to enjoy his drinks, one after another, while Audrey, the server, watches in astonishment. When Audrey approaches to serve him and his friends, Kalix unexpectedly grabs her wrist, pulling her closer to him. Startled, Audrey accidentally stumbles and falls onto Kalix's lap, feeling a wave of embarrassment wash over her.Looking around, she notices that Kalix's friends are passed out, having consumed a fair amount of alcohol themselves. Feeling a mixture of emotions, Audrey adjusts her position and tries to regain her composure.As Audrey falls onto his lap, their eyes meet, and a rush of warmth fills the air. Blushing with a mix of surprise and anticipation, Audrey's heart begins to race. In that intimate moment, she realizes that Kalix's friends are blissfully unaware, lost in their own revelry. It's as if time stand
During a crucial meeting with Kalix and the others, Audrey's phone suddenly rings, breaking the silence of the room. She excuses herself and walks over to one side to answer the call, her expression momentarily shifting as she hears the voice on the other end of the line."Hello?" Audrey answers, her tone composed yet tinged with concern. On the other side of the phone is her loyal bodyguard, Roxanne, whose voice carries a sense of urgency that immediately grabs Audrey's attention."Hello, Audrey, this is Roxanne. Mr. Jenkins is not feeling well. Please hurry!" Roxanne's words cut through the air with a sense of gravity, the urgency in her voice sending a chill down Audrey's spine. The color drains from Audrey's face as she processes the news, her mind racing with concern for Jade’s well-being and the implications of his sudden illness.As Audrey listens to Roxanne's message, a sense of unease settles over the room, the weight of the newscasting a shadow over the previously focused an
Richard Ashford paces back and forth in his cabin, his world crumbling around him as he curses Kathy for the betrayal that has led to his downfall. Anger and frustration swirl within him, his emotions raw and unrestrained. In the midst of his turmoil, the door suddenly bangs open, and a familiar figure strides into the room.For a moment, Richard's expression betrays astonishment at the unexpected intrusion, but it quickly morphs into aggression as he locks eyes with the figure before him. "Why the fuck aren't you answering my phone?" she demands, her voice cutting through the charged atmosphere with an edge of accusation.Richard is forced to confront not only the loss of everything he held dear but also the ghosts of his past that have come back to haunt him. The arrival of Kathy sets off a chain of events that will test his resolve and push him to his limits as he grapples with the consequences of his actions and the choices that have brought him to this pivotal moment.Richard Ash
Jade reaches out to touch Audrey's arm, his gesture a comforting presence in the midst of the chaos that has unfolded. Gently caressing her arm, he speaks softly, "Come on, let's go inside." Audrey turns to him, a small smile playing on her lips as she expresses her gratitude, "Thank you, JJ." She takes his hand in hers, a silent acknowledgment of the support and understanding he has shown her in the face of her mother's betrayal.Audrey's demeanor shifts as she informs Jade of a pressing matter that requires her immediate attention. He nods in understanding as she hurriedly makes her way out of the mansion, the weight of the recent events still heavy on her mind as she sets out to address the unresolved issues that linger in the aftermath of her confrontation with Kathy.Getting into the car, Audrey's eyes catch sight of her mother still embroiled in a heated argument with the guards. Despite the distant echoes of Kathy's pleading voice reaching her ears, Audrey remains resolute, he
As Kathy steps closer to her daughter, their eyes locked in a tense confrontation, she exhales softly and speaks in a calm, measured tone. "Speak softly, little one," Kathy's voice carries a hint of authority and a touch of maternal wisdom. Audrey's scoff is filled with defiance, her laughter tinged with bitterness as she struggles to contain her anger, her expression a mask of resentment.With a surge of emotion, Audrey leans in closer to her mother, their faces inches apart, the air crackling with unspoken tension. "Get out right now!" Audrey's whispered command is sharp and cutting, her words a stark demand for Kathy to leave. A moment of charged silence hangs between them, the weight of their strained relationship palpable in the air.“What are you saying? Where am I going to go?” Despite Audrey's outburst, Kathy maintains her composure, her facade of calmness unwavering. Secretly clenching her fists to steady herself, Kathy meets her daughter's gaze with a steady resolve, a fli
Audrey and Jade return from the Ashford mansion, their steps heavy with the weight of the night's revelations. Audrey changes into her night dress and settles down by Jade's side, a look of concern etched on her features as she hands him his medication. "JJ, why don’t you take this seriously? The doctors are waiting for you at the hospital... you won’t have to deal with heart issues anymore. There is a cure, after all…” Audrey's voice is filled with worry and care for Jade's well-being, her eyes pleading with him to prioritize his health.Jade sighs deeply, his gaze meeting Audrey's as he struggles to find the right words. “Audrey, I don't think I can leave you alone right now,” he admits, his tone tinged with vulnerability as he opens up about his fears and uncertainties.Audrey's heart aches at Jade's words, her concern deepening as she pleads with him, "What do you mean by that? Please don't take your health for granted, Jade. I need you to be well, for both our sakes."Unbeknowns
During the dinner at the Ashford mansion, Kathy is visibly enamored by the luxurious lifestyle and the opulence surrounding her. She takes note of Audrey's interactions with Kalix, a wealthy and handsome man, and slyly comments on his apparent interest in her daughter. “This young man right there is staring at you as if he is in love with you…” Kathy whispers to Audrey, gesturing toward Kalix. Audrey responds with a hushed plea, “Mom, please! Behave!” Kathy's lack of etiquette and her avarice are evident in her eyes as she observes the wealthy surroundings.As Kalix observes Jade, perplexed by his outward appearance of health despite his serious heart condition, his gaze shifts to Audrey, triggering a wave of emotions within him. The sight of her evokes a complex mix of feelings, stirring memories, and desires that he struggles to contain.Meanwhile, Paul, who is also present, watches Audrey as she interacts with Jade, his eyes drawn to her amidst the laughter and camaraderie. His g
Jade, sensing the rising tension between Audrey and her mother, takes charge of the situation by instructing the servants to prepare the guest room for Kathy on the ground floor. “Come on, my love. Let’s go to bed,” He then turns to Audrey, extending a hand and gently urging her to come with him to bed. Jade's actions reflect his understanding of Audrey's discomfort and his desire to protect her from the strain of her mother's presence. Kathy, observing the interaction between Audrey and Jade, smiles warmly at both of them as they bid her goodnight. Audrey, grateful for Jade's support and reassurance, takes his hand and follows him towards the stairs. She feels a sense of relief at the prospect of leaving the awkward situation behind and retreating to the safety of their shared space. As they make their way to bed, Audrey's mind is filled with a mix of emotions, grateful for Jade's presence and support in a difficult moment.Despite the tension lingering in the air, Kathy maintains
As Audrey sits in her room, engrossed in her thoughts, the sudden knock on the door startles her. A female figure enters, and Audrey's furrowed brow betrays her concern as she inquires, "What is it, Roxanne?" The gravity of Roxanne's expression does not go unnoticed as she delivers the news that Jade has been taken to the hospital due to his condition.Audrey's heart clenches at the mention of Jade's hospitalization, her worry evident as she responds, "Is he alright? What happened?" Roxanne's gaze reflects a mix of sympathy and apprehension as she replies, "I'm not sure, but we need to go to the hospital to find out." Audrey's sense of urgency kicks in as she quickly gathers her belongings, her mind filled with thoughts of Jade's well-being and the mystery surrounding his sudden illness.Hastening to the hospital, Audrey's steps quicken with each passing moment, her concern growing with every heartbeat. Upon reaching the hospital, she rushes towards Jade's room, where the doctor is e
Without announcing her presence or knocking on the door, Audrey pushes it open and steps into the room, catching both Richard and Paul off guard. The sudden intrusion startles them, and they turn their attention towards Audrey, their expressions a mix of surprise and apprehension at her unexpected entrance.Audrey's presence in the room brings an air of tension and uncertainty, as she grapples with the revelation of Richard and Paul's disdain towards Kalix. The gravity of their words weighs heavily on her, prompting a flurry of conflicting emotions and a growing sense of unease about the dynamics at play within the Ashford Corporation. As Audrey stands before them, her gaze steady and her demeanor composed, she prepares to confront the implications of their conversation and the impact it may have on her relationships within the company."Oh, sorry. I wasn't aware that you guys are here..." She quickly apologizes for the interruption, feigning surprise at finding them there. "Oh, it