Mandy stepped out of Ramsey’s Casino, the glimmering lights reflecting off her cool expression. She had no business lingering there, no reason to stay and entertain the gnawing feeling that had crept up on her. Shaking her head, Mandy shoved those thoughts away. She had better things to do rather than ponder on what ever was going on in that casino. Full of wrath and determination, she decided to deal with Ramsey. She hopped into her car and sped off to meet Davis. Davis was at his usual drinking spot. He sat in the corner, casually sipping a beer, looking as calm and composed as ever. Mandy slid into the booth across from him, her eyes sparkling with a vengeful fire. "I need something done." Davis raised an eyebrow, taking another leisurely sip before responding. "Mandy, you’re starting to scare me with all these mischievous looks and tone of yours. What do you need this time?" "Ramsey," she said bluntly. "I want him waylaid. Rough him up a bit. Let him feel what it mea
Mandy picked up her phone and reached out for her ally—Davis. He was the only one person that could help her get answers. She dialed his number and Davis answered on the first ring, his voice casual as always. “What’s up, Mandy? Got more trouble for me?” “I need you to find out how Ramsey was able to fund his casino. Find out every detail,” Mandy said without hesitation. “I’ve got a feeling his father is involved, but I need proof.” Davis chuckled lightly. “Ah, you want me to snoop around a bit. Got it. Consider it done.” *** That evening, Davis strolled into Ramsey’s Casino, blending in with the crowd. He looked like just another customer, dressed in jeans and a button-down shirt, with a casual swagger that didn’t draw any unwanted attention. He moved smoothly through the throngs of gamblers, playing a few rounds at the blackjack table before heading toward the restroom, making sure no one was watching. Once inside, Davis leaned against the wall, pretending to be on his p
Bella sat on the couch, scrolling through her phone when her ringtone blared, startling her. She glanced at the screen and saw it was the bank. Her heart raced, and she picked up hesitantly. “Hello, Miss Norton,” the bank manager’s voice was firm. “This is Mr. Carlton, your bank manager. I’m calling regarding the loan on Ramsey’s mansion.” Bella’s throat tightened. She had been dreading this call. “Yes, Mr. Carlton. What’s going on?” “I’m afraid the bank is moving forward with claiming the property. You and Mr. Wendel have three days to vacate,” he said, leaving no room for negotiation. Bella’s stomach dropped. “Three days? That’s impossible! Our loan is not due yet. What is going on?” Mr. Carlton cut her off. “The deadline has been reconsidered mam'. There’s no more time, Miss Norton. If the payment isn’t made in three days, we’ll have no choice but to repossess the property.” “Please, Mr. Carlton, we’re doing everything we can,” Bella pleaded, her voice cracking with des
Ramsey paced back and forth in the dimly lit casino office. Bella sat on the edge of the desk, her arms crossed, looking just as frustrated. "We can't keep letting Mandy run all over us," Ramsey muttered, running a hand through his hair. "She's ruining everything. We need to strike back, hit her where it hurts." Bella agreed, her eyes filled with determination. “I’m sick of her playing God with our lives. We need to find a way to make her pay.” Just then, Bella’s phone rang, interrupting their conversation. She glanced at the screen and saw it was the caretaker of her apartment building. Dread filled her chest as she answered. “Hello?” The caretaker’s voice was gruff. “Miss Norton, I’m calling to let you know you need to vacate your apartment immediately. We will refund your remaining two months' rent.” Bella’s jaw dropped. “What? You can’t just throw us out! We have a lease—” “The lease doesn’t matter,” the caretaker cut in. “You have until the end of today to clear out
Mandy stepped out of the hospital, her mind still reeling on Dwight's last statement— While Dwight stayed back and continue his pointless chatter with the doctors. Mandy felt She had better things to do than waste her time with a man whose only talent seemed to be talking her out of her goals. She hailed a cab, sinking into the back seat as the city lights blurred past. As much as Dwight’s absence stung a little—given he was her supposed husband—the urge to strike back against Ramsey and his entire family was far stronger. Her phone buzzed, and she immediately dialed Davis, her one and only partner in crime. His voice came through, steady and reliable as always. “Davis, I need you to dig up everything you can on Ramsey’s father,” Mandy said, keeping her voice low. “I want to know who he is, what he does, and if there’s anything buried that can help us.” “Understood, Mandy,” Davis replied. “I’ll get right on it.” Davis wasted no time. He immediately set his spies on the cas
Ramsey fell hitting his knees to the floor, he sat on his heels—lifeless, his heart thudding like a drum.He dialed the number again holding the phone tightly to his ear, desperately hoping for a lifeline. The officer's voice on the other end was stern and unyielding. “Can’t I access my father’s wealth? Just enough to bail him out?” Ramsey asked, trying to keep his voice steady. The silence that followed was thick with tension, and Ramsey held his breath, waiting for an answer. “No, Mr. Wendel,” the officer said flatly. “Your father’s assets have been frozen and seized by the government. They’re untouchable.” Ramsey’s heart sank. Every door seemed to be shutting in his face. He leaned back to the wall of his casino, rubbing his forehead in frustration. As the call ended, he felt the crushing weight of his situation. His father’s sins were now his burden to bear. Bella watched him, her curiosity rising. She could sense Ramsey’s turmoil but had no idea of the depth of his pain.
"Mandy is pregnant for Dwight. I knew she was cheating on me all the while, Bella. She's a Sneaky snake." Ramsey snapped. Bella furrowed her eyebrows, stunned at Ramsey’s reply. The whole time, she thought Ramsey knew about the baby and still denied it, but reverse is the case. Ramsey doesn't know he is the father of Mandy's child. But anyways! Bella wasn't interested in revealing that to Ramsey. So instead, she shifted the conversation in the direction that mattered most to them both. “Forget the baby, then. We need to break her down. Mandy’s getting too bold, and if we let her continue, she’ll destroy everything. We have to attack the source of her power.” Ramsey nodded slowly, catching on to Bella’s line of thinking. “You mean Dwight?” “Yes, Dwight,” Bella confirmed, a wicked smile curling on her lips. “He’s her rock. If we break him, Mandy falls apart. We attack the source.”"So we turn him against her yeah? No mar! I'm good at that." Ramsey said a glow on his face. "Mandy! M
Dwight paced his luxurious room, his fingers drumming on the armrest of the couch as he glanced at his phone. It rang sharply, breaking the tense silence, and Dwight hurried to answer. Bella’s name flashed on the screen, and he quickly swiped to pick up. "Hey, Bella," Dwight said, trying to keep his voice calm. "What happened? You didn’t show up at the casino. I thought we had a meeting scheduled." Bella’s faked her voice to be soft but strained, as if she had been crying. “I’m sorry, Dwight. I had to leave for something urgent. I couldn’t stay.” Dwight frowned, already losing patience. “So, what’s going on? Just say whatever plan you have over the phone. It’s convenient too.” Bella hesitated for a moment, then sighed heavily. “The only way we can tame Mandy is for you to break up with her for a while.” Dwight’s was thrown off guard by her suggestion. “What? Bella, I can’t divorce Mandy. That’s going too far, I still love her irrespective of her insanity. Isn't there another