Royce's POV "Dude, what happen? Is there something wrong?", Walter asked as soon as he entered my office. Well, there are things I need to clear up with him so I told him to take his seat. "I guess you know already that Uncle Sam and Charles are facing criminal charges right now", I paused for a while and cleared my throat. Walter was just looking at me, waiting to hear something more. "Do you know that Margaret was trying to blackmail me?" "Blackmail?", Walter's eyes widened. "Yes. She said, I need to withdraw the lawsuit against her father and brother, or else she would expose my real identity. I mean, she would tell everyone here that I am not the real CEO. That I am not Reid!" "What? D-does it mean she knows your secret? B-but w-who else had ever told her, when there are only four of us who know the truth?", Walter furrowed his brows in confusion. I looked at him, trying to analyze everything. No! I don't want to think that Walter betrayed me and my family. He is Reid's best
Royce's POVIt's been two days already since Margaret works in META as my EA. Although, I really don't like the situation, but I have nothing to do but to 'dance with the flow'.Charles and Uncle Sam as well, went back to work after I dropped the criminal charges against them. I know, they were making fun of me secretly, but for now, I let it happened because I need to protect our family's agency. Someday, I let them pay for what they have done to us and I swear I'll do it.I continued focusing my eyes on the computer screen and just ignored Margaret's presence. Suddenly, my cellphone rang and it was my Private Investigator. "Yes, hello""Hello, Mr. Miller. There's something I want you to see, and it's related to your brother's car accident, happened two months ago. So, I hope you could come, anytime today", the PI spoke on the other line."Ah, yes, I'm coming now. Thank you", I responded and ended the call. Then I quickly grabbed my jacket and walked towards the door."Reid, where a
Vera's POVIt's been a week already since that incident happened. I just stayed at home because my brother won't allow me to go out. I still feel the morning sickness due to my situation, and I couldn't help but to get pity for myself.If I could only turn back the times, when my life was still peaceful. I was contented then, but since I met Royce, everything turned upside down. I hate him! And I will continue to resent him for as long as I live!There was a sudden pulse in my stomach. "Baby, I know you are just listening. I'm sorry that I hate your dad, but it's not the way I feel for you, because you're the best gift, God has given to me. So please hold on, until I see you. I love you, my little angel."Tears started to form in my eyes. I tilted my head up slightly to prevent them from falling. I don't want to cry anymore because it may affect the baby inside my womb. But it's really hard and it's totally breaking my heart.Our flight to Canada with my brother was already scheduled
Royce's POV "You are a murderer, Vera!!! I swear, I'll let you pay for what you have done to my brother!", I snarled. I heard she was softly sobbing while saying she hadn't done anything wrong. She was playing innocent, and so she kept on denying things, even there were already shred of evidences. A total bitch! Suddenly, the door opened, and I saw mom hastily approaching towards Vera's direction and gave her a slap on the face. "You murderer!!! You will pay for this, Andrea!!! You're a shameless bitch!!!", mom lashed out and was about to unleash another slap, but the police stopped her. I stood up and comforted my mother since she was becoming hysterical. I supposed not to tell her what happened, but I guessed, my parents have the right to know, since it's related to my brother's car accident. But dad was still on a business trip, so mom came here all alone after I talked to her over the phone. Like me, she was burning in anger when she saw the woman who was behind Reid's sit
Vera's POV Everything seems falling apart, and I couldn't see anything but a total abyss. I kept on asking, what have I done wrong that I deserved to be treated like this. Royce and his mom, called me a murderer and it's so painful like I couldn't breathe anymore. I don't know what exactly they meant to say. But I swear to God, that I am not a murderer! Not even in my wildest dreams could I ever do that. My heart was getting heavier as I stepped inside the prison cell. Handcuffs were already removed, but my freedom was already taken away from me. I don't know how long would I stay behind bars. How I wished all of this was just a nightmare and so when I wake up, everything would go back the way it used to be. Tears were brimming again in my eyes, and in no time I found myself sobbing in the corner of the cell. I sat on the floor, covering my face with both my hands. After a while, I heard footsteps coming inside, but I did not bother to look around. "Sweetie!!! Oh God!!! I'm sorr
Vera's POVMy heart and soul were so exhausted, and it seemed like all my energy were consumed after what happened in the arraignment hearing. I'm now at my room, lying down on the soft mattress.Everything that happened earlier in the court kept flashing back in my mind. The burning rage that I saw in Royce's eyes was still clear in my vision, as well as how his parents looked at me badly.I could feel the sticky liquid that started to brim at the corner of my eyes. I really could not help it because it's so hurting and no amount of words could ever define the pain that I'm feeling right now. I gently rubbed my tummy, because as of this moment, only this little angel I'm carrying inside my womb, is the only source of my strength.I was in the midst of deep thought when my phone rang. It was my best friend Alexa. I haven't told her what happened and I'm sure once she knows everything, she would become more worried of me."Hello gurl", I spoke softly."Hi gurl, are you okay? I can sens
Royce's POV I really had a bad time after the arraignment hearing, like I wanted to throw all my punches to the wall. And even I am now in the office still Vera’s face kept flashing back in my mind. I could not understand why I got pity on her when I looked at her eyes yesterday when we were facing each other in the court. But no! She was just playing innocent! She tried to kill my brother by taking off the car's brake, The reason why my brother met an accident that almost took his life. That bitch was the reason of Reid's comatose state, so she had to pay for everything she had done! For breaking Reid's heart and for trying to kill him. I leaned my back on the swivel chair and tried to close my eyes. I don't want to remember her anymore! I hate her so much, and I'll not gonna stop until she would put into prison. After a while, the door opened and I saw Margaret coming inside. "Good morning, my dear cousin!", Margaret smiled and approached me with a kiss on the cheek. I tried
Royce's POVAfter the dinner, I already had in mind that maybe Margaret doesn't really know who I am. She was just pretending that she knew my real identity to protect her father and brother. It's impossible that she doesn't remember that I have a shrimp allergy. She is my cousin and we grew up together. But what if she was just acting like she doesn't know my allergy because she was planning to do something? I mean, what if she ordered the shrimp intentionally, to confuse my mind, so I could come up with the idea that she doesn't really know who I am?I shook my head and laid my body on the soft mattress, I was in deep thought when my phone rang. It was my mom's call. She travelled to Canada after the arraignment yesterday, just to check on Reid's condition. I guess, dad was also there.The moment I accepted the call, I heard mom's quavering voice. "Mom, what is it? Is t-there s-something w-wrong?", I suddenly got panic."Royce son, your brother already regain his consciousness!", mo
"Congratulations Mr. Miller, your wife has delivered a baby boy and a baby girl!", the doctor smiled. "Wow! You have twins!", Vince and Alexa spoke together. "Thank you doctor", Royce said in excitement. "Congratulations bro!", Vince tapped Royce's shoulder and shook his hand. "You are now a Daddy bro!", Alexa chuckled. Soon after, they went inside the private room to see Vera. Royce kissed his wife passionately and held her hand gently. "You delivered a twin babe! Thank God! You are safe." "Congratulations Vera!", Vince said. "Gurl, congratulations! You are now a certified Mommy!", Alexa uttered and kissed Vera's cheek. "Thank you. How about you? Are you not planning to get pregnant?", Vera asked. Vince and Alexa looked at each other as if there was something they wanted to tell. "Gurl, what is it?", Vera asked in confusion. "Uhm, the truth is---I am one-month pregnant gurl!" "Oh really?", Vera exclaimed in surprise. "Wow, bro congrats!", Royce hugged Vince and tapped
Vera's POVOne week had passed after my last conversation with Royce yet the sting of our farewell was still present. I thought it would be easy for me but with each passing day, I felt an inexplicable sadness and emptiness deep within. I was supposed to be happy with my decision but it did not turn out as I expected to happen. Until I found myself aimlessly scrolling through my phone, ending up in the recycle bin. The photos of Royce and me, which I had previously removed, were still there. As I looked at them, my tears began to flow one by one, as I yearned for those times we spent together.Dave on the other hand was just waiting for me to say 'yes' to his marriage proposal. I was supposed to accept his offer a day after I said goodbye to Royce but suddenly I found myself in a state of confusion. "What's wrong sweetie?", Harold asked anxiously while we were having breakfast one morning."I noticed that you've been like that for a few days. Do you think your Mom would be happy to k
Vera's POVI was resting in my bed, yet sleep eluded me. I kept on thinking about Royce and how he took the bullets that were intended for me. I was just thankful that nothing bad happened to him, otherwise, I couldn't find peace of mind in my lifetime.Reid and Mrs. Miller asked me to stay in the hospital until Royce woke up. But I decided to leave since I did not want him to see me. I was eternally grateful to him for saving me and my baby, and for that, I had already forgiven him. That was all.Meanwhile, I was thinking about Margaret. Finally, we got justice for Andrea. Her life imprisonment would be enough to pay for all the things she did to me, to my sister, and Roxette. Suddenly, Harold was knocking at the door. I knew that it was him since he usually knocked three times."Yes boo, come in!", I said.Harold entered my room and sat on my bed. "How are you, sweetie?""I'm fine boo.""Uhm, what do you want to do now sweetie? Are you still planning to go to Canada and settle the
Vera's POV While the jury was still deliberating about Margaret's cases, we took first a break outside. Vince approached us while Royce remained seated on a couch a little distant from us. "Hi babe!", Vince greeted Alexa with a kiss, and then he turned to me. "Hi Vera", he said and hugged me. "Hello, Vince. It's good to see you here! Uhm, by the way, this is my Mom. I mean, my biological mother and my younger sister", I said. "Hmm. Yes. Alexa told me about it", Vince responded and greeted Mom. "Hi, Aunt Olivia. Hello, little girl!", he messed up my little sister's long hair. She was a shy-type girl but according to my mother, she was not like this before when Andrea was still alive. She was attached to my twin sister so until now, she still couldn't move on from what happened. "Uhm, Vince let me introduce to you my friend Dave." "Dave, this is Vince, Alexa's boyfriend." Vince smiled and greeted him with a handshake. "Hi, bro! Nice meeting you." Dave returned the smile, but s
Vera's POV It was my alarm clock that woke me up from sleep. Despite the early hour, I had to get up due to Margaret's impending trial, a day I had been eagerly anticipating. I was hopeful for a just verdict that would make Margaret accountable for her actions. After this, I would be staying in Canada for good. This had been my plan before but it did not realize because I still wanted Margaret to pay for Identity Theft and most importantly, for killing my sister. My mother and I had already concurred on this. I would be living with her and my younger sister to make up those times we were not together. And--- Dave unexpectedly crossed my mind. I pondered over the possibility of accepting his marriage proposal. After all, he was a decent man, and eventually, I would learn to love him. But what if I fail? Everyone advised me to accept Dave's proposal for my baby's sake. Yet, I harbored doubts, as I didn't want to take advantage of his kindness. It would be unfair to him. A phone ca
Royce's POV For us to avoid the media men, Reid and I took the elevator going to the basement. "Bro, are you okay?", I asked and tapped his shoulder, Reid just let out a heavy sigh, instead of answering my question. "Are we going home now bro? I think you need to take some rest", I said as I started the engine. "Nope, bro. Let's drop by at the police station. I wanted to see that traitor friend of mine!", Reid gritted his teeth as he emphasized the word 'traitor'. I did as what I was told to do but I did not bother to talk to him while we were on our way. I knew he was not okay. The corners of his mouth turned down in a sad frown while his brows furrowed. His complexion paled as if the blood had drained from his face. His gaze was a mixture of pain and anger for being betrayed by his best friend. A few moments later, we arrived at the police station. Reid got out of the car first so I hurried to get out as well. We entered at the entrance door and the first thing that caught ou
Royce's POV Finally, the stars were aligned with us. With the help of our competent detectives, the police were able to catch the other kidnappers involved in Reid's kidnapping incident. We also found out that one of them was the driver who bumped into Dad's car, so, that person was indicted in a murder case. The police asked him the reason for killing my father but he said he was just following an order from his 'boss'—something that was baffling in my mind. Moreover, Nicholas Monet, also known as 'Simon Morris' was caught by the authorities at the LA Cruise Terminal when he was about to board a cruise ship. This time, I would make sure that this fucking asshole would be put behind bars and pay for all the crimes he committed. However, the person who ordered him to illicitly withdraw funds from our account was not yet identified. Until now, I still couldn't figure out who was behind it. On the other hand, Uncle Sam and Charles were already convicted of embezzlement and attempted
Royce's POV As soon as mom saw us at the door, she felt a sense of relief that was like a soothing balm, easing the worry that gnawed her heart from the time Reid was kidnapped until I left to meet the kidnappers. She quickly ran towards us and opened her arms. "Reid! Oh! God Thank you so much!", mom exclaimed and hugged us while tears of joy rolled down her cheeks. "Are you okay son? Did they not hurt you?" "I'm fine, mom", Reid responded softly. "Royce! Thank you for fulfilling your promise to bring your brother back home. I'm glad you are both safe!", she said as she wiped her tears away. Her face lit up with a bright smile whispering words of love and joy as she embraced us warmly. But despite her smile, restlessness was evident in her eyes, indicating the need for her to get some rest. So Reid and I accompanied her to her room and waited until she had drifted off to sleep. Together we left mom's room, moving quietly so as not to disturb her. "Bro, I think you need to take
Royce's POV The ransom demanded for the release of my brother was already inside the money bag. Everything was set ready, but still waiting for the kidnappers' call to provide the precise location of our meetup. They insisted that I would come alone and I had to follow them for my brother's safety. However, the police had organized a backup team that would support me in carrying out my plan. Suddenly our residence telephone rang. I hurriedly picked it up for I thought it was coming from the kidnappers. "Good morning sir. This is from Ally Bank. We would like to inform you that your family savings account is temporarily frozen because we noticed suspicious activity", the bank personnel spoke intently. "What do you mean suspicious activity sir?", I asked in confusion. "After you had withdrawn the substantial sum of 100 million dollars, another transaction took place, depleting 500 million dollars from the account. It was only later when we discovered that Reid Miller's signature wa