YEARS LATER “Last to get to the car gives up mum’s next gift!” Kaylen yelled and before he could blink, his sister rushed down the stairs.“Kaylee.” He yelled after her and rushed down the stairs too. The maids paved the way for them as they both ran down the stairs. Kaylee made it down the long stairs first and jumped over a couch in the living room. Kaylen also did and was about to run past her but he almost tripped which made a guard lift him. His sister laughed and rushed out of the house and got to the car first.“I won, I won!” She yelled and Kaylen groaned angrily as he struggled with the guard.“Why did you stop me?” He screamed at the guard as he dropped him carefully.“You almost fell, sir. I had to, you could have gotten hurt.” The guard apologized and bowed his head.“It was none of your business!” He yelled and Kaylee laughed at him as she walked back into the living room.“He was only doing his job.” They heard their mother say and they both turned to see her walking i
Clara had a smile on her face as she walked down the stairs. She heard her kids talking, more like an argument. It was coming from the dining room.She walked into the room and they both paused when they saw her.“Are you both going to tell me what this argument is about?” She asked as she took a seat in between them.“You are going out?” Kaylen asked with a frown as he noticed her outfit. “Yes.” Clara replied as she dished her meal.“Why?” He asked.“Because I have a business meeting.” “Are you going to keep us indoors here too? I think we deserve to go out.” Kaylee said.“Yes, Clara.” Kaylen said sternly and she shot him a glare. Her children are nothing alike, Kaylee is calm, kind, smart, and loving while Kaylen is the opposite. He is smart too, he is just playful and stubborn.“You guys will go out, a lot. Just anticipate, I have so much in store for both of you.” She said with a smile and Kaylee giggled while Kaylen rolled his eyes.“We will believe it when it happens.” He said
Xavier paced in his office as different thoughts popped up in his head. He couldn't stop thinking about Clara, he got curious too.“Are you sure it was her?” He heard a voice ask, interrupting his thoughts. He paused and turned to his best friend who was seated at his table.“Come on, Carl. Will I make this up?” He asked and rolled his eyes.“I don't know. It's been five years dude.”“I know.” “And you are saying she showed up out of the blue as a billionaire?” Carl scoffed.“Yes.” Xavier replied.“Oh, please.” He chuckled and fell back on the chair.“This isn't funny.” Xavier glared at him.“Why are you so bothered about it though? If she is back, what does it have to do with you?” Carl asked and Xavier stared at him in disbelief. Is his best friend really dumb?“It has everything to do with me.” Xavier raised his voice. “Because she wants to invest in your company?” He asked and Xavier ran his hand through his hair. He couldn't think of an answer to that question. He thought abou
“Oh my God.” Carl muttered.“Xavier.” He called and turned to see him frozen. “Clara is back?” Kathrine asked but didn't get a response from anyone.“Mummy?” Kaylee called, the stares were getting too much.“It's okay. Just give it a few more minutes.” She said as she pulled her children to a table. She helped them sit and she sat next to them. Soon, the stares died down but everyone kept whispering as they passed.Her children also heard some of the murmurs and the were curious but decided not to talk about it. Soon, the party started and most couples walked to the dance floor. Clara could feel the Blackwell's eyes on her, the whole family was staring at her. “Mum, can I go and dance over there?” Kaylen asked, pointing in a direction. Clara looked in that direction and noticed it was kids their age. She was about to decline but thought about it, they needed a social life. “Take your sister with you.” Clara replied and they both looked at Kaylee who seemed nervous.“Come on, I w
The party came to an end after an hour, during the party, Clara made sure to keep her distance from the Blackwells.She made her way out with her children, her guards escorted them towards the car. They got into the car and her phone rang, she saw the caller and picked up the call immediately.“I saw pictures, you are trending in and out of the city. Is this part of it? Or you are getting distracted?” The caller asked.“You gave me three weeks. Do you not trust me anymore?” Clara asked back. She heard nothing from the caller again and the call ended.“Mummy, I’m tired.” Kaylee said and moved closer to her.“It's okay baby.” Clara replied and wrapped her arms around her.~“I am talking to you Xavier. You don't get to walk away from me!” Kathrine yelled behind Xavier as they made their way into the house.Xavier ignored her and was about to get to the stairs when Kathrine ran to him and blocked his path.“Get out of the way, Kathrine.” He said calmly, she rolled her eyes at him.“Or w
“Don’t you dare!” She said sternly.“I get that you are mad but… ““You get that I am mad? Really?” She scoffed.“Clara, calm down. We can talk about this.”“Talk about what? There is nothing to talk about, they are not your kids, they are mine!” She snapped at him.“You told me to get rid of them years ago, you can say they are yours now.”“I know and I am glad you didn't listen to me. I’m sorry about everything, let’s sort this out.” He said and Clara let out a chuckle. She walked away from him and chuckled again as she tried to stay calm. She was fighting every urge to lose herself and yell.“You are sorry? Really Xavier?” She asked softly and she turned to him again. Xavier nodded and moved closer to her. They held each other’s gaze as they fell silent for seconds. “I’m sorry, Clara.” He apologized again.Seeing how calm she was, Xavier was glad he was able to get to her. After all these years, it's still the same soft-hearted Clara he knows. “Fuck you.” She said to him and pul
“Mummy, you still haven't told us where we see going yet.” Kaylee said as her mother helped her with her hair in the living room.“Yeah. Where are we going? Are we going to be going to balls every night?” Kaylen asked as he stared at his tuxedo on him.“I look amazing.” He added and chuckled.“We are attending a family dinner.” Clara said.“What family?” Kaylee asked.“The Blackwells.” “Who are the Blackwells?” Kaylen asked.“Just a family I knew a long time ago. I got invited to their dinner.” Clara replied and they nodded. They didn't ask any more questions again. She loved that about them, they don't get too curious about things. They all got ready in minutes and headed out. They got into the car and the chauffeur headed out of the mansion. After a while on the road, they got to the Blackwell's mansion. The kids were a little surprised, it was worth it. The car pulled over and Clara remained seated, different thoughts ran through her head. Was she doing the right thing by ac
Xavier ignored Kathrine’s yells as he walked down the stairs.“Xavier, I am talking to you.” She yelled as they got to the living room. He kept ignoring her as he picked up the files he needed in the living room. He was about to head out when the door opened and Carl walked in.Xavier wasn't expecting him, they were supposed to meet at work. Judging from the look on his face, he could tell something was wrong. Kathrine shot Carl a glare, she kissed her teeth before walking out of the living room.“What's wrong?” Xavier asked.“Last week we got a new source for our shipment to California and it has been going well with the source right?” Carl said.“Yeah. The Gustavo twins. What's the problem? Did the shipping go wrong?”“They are dead, Xavier.” Carl replied and Xavier raised his brows.“They are murdered before this morning.”“What?”“It's so crazy, man. They weren't together last night, Thane had a meeting in New York while Dennis was in Houston. They were in different places and w
Dexter stared at Clara as she styled her hair, he was in her room, waiting for her to get ready.“What's wrong?” Clara asked, seeing the look on Dexter’s face.“I still think you shouldn't come with me.” He replied and she rolled her eyes.“Well, too late.” She said and turned to him. She was ready. He stood up from the bed and walked towards her, Clara smiled at him and he smiled back.“I know you are worried about me but everything will be fine. Nothing will go wrong.” She assured him, and he nodded in response. “Ready?” She asked him.“Yeah, come on.” He replied. He held her hand, and they both walked out of the room. They got to the living room and met Lucy with the kids. Clara asked Lucy if she could watch the kids till they got back from the party and she gladly accepted. “You look beautiful, mummy.” Kaylee said, walking to Clara.“Thank you.” She replied with a smile and creased her hair as she got to her. Lucy also moved closer to them, she shot Dexter a glare and he glare
Dexter fed Kaylee her breakfast. She woke up early and was hungry. Clara was also in the dining room, she hadn't said a word to Dexter. Kaylee could sense the tension between them but decided not to ask questions. Everyone was present except Kaylen. He wasn't aware Kaylee was back too. Minutes later, Kaylen walked into the dining room looking moody. He looked up and his face lit up immediately he saw Kaylee.“Kaylee.” He screamed happily and rushed towards her, he got to her and hugged her tightly. Clara and Dexter smiled as they watched them. Kaylee giggled as he lifted her off Dexter’s lap. “You are okay, you are okay.” He said happily and spun her around.“Yes, let go of me now, please.” Kaylee said and he let go of her. He rolled his eyes at her and cleared his throat.“Don't feel so happy, I wasn't even worried and I am not so happy to see you.” He said trying to look cool. Dexter chuckled. “That's a lie. You missed me so much and you were worried.” Kaylee replied and he s
Clara moaned in her sleep, she slowly opened her eyes and looked around. She noticed Dexter sitting on a couch a little bit far from the bed. He had a book with him, and he was reading. “You are awake.” He said without turning to her. Clara looked around the room, it was a different room from the one she was in during the day. This looked different and so better, the King sized bed, the luxurious furniture in it. Everything looked beautiful but they were mostly in black.“It's my room by the way. I can tell you are wondering.” He said again without looking up at her. She wondered how he knew what she was thinking about. She closed her eyes as she tried to recall what happened, seconds later, it came flooding in and her eyes snapped open immediately. She started to panic. She killed someone and she saw Dexter shoot someone too. She would go to jail or probably get killed. She started to breathe heavily and Dexter finally looked up at her.“You have nothing to worry about, the org
As Clara slowly got on the bed, she used her eyes to search around the room for the diamond but she got nothing. It could be anywhere in the suite, the room was huge.She decided to ask questions that could make things easier for her.“I heard you have an auction to run in a few minutes.” Clara said as he was about to start running his hands on her.“Hmm.” He moaned in response and started to kiss her neck. He was about to get on her when she recalled Rita’s lessons. In situations like this, she should be in control so things can be easier for her.“Lay back and let me do my job.” She managed to say seductively. Like an excited child, Mr. Brown pulled away from her and fell back on the bed.“Tell me about this auction.” She said as she got on him. She ran her hands on his body and he moaned.“I will be selling a fake diamond to a fool and make a lot of money from it.” He chuckled. Clara faked a smile and nodded. She looked at the time on the watch, she had eighteen minutes left. She
Clara walked down the stairs dressed in a black beautiful gown, her hair was styled in a pretty way. She looks beautiful and elegant with her bump.Dexter stared at her walk down the stairs till she got to him. He was dressed in a tuxedo. She got to him and he smirked at her.“Anastasia.” He called.“Dexter.” She called back. He was surprised a little, he wasn't expecting her to call his name back or accept her new name so easily.“Anastasia?” He called again, raising a brow.“It's Clara. Sorry, yes?” She said and he chuckled. Of course, she hasn't gotten to it yet, she was just trying to put on an act. “It's okay. You will get used to it.” Dexter replied, and she nodded in response. He ran his eyes on her which made her uncomfortable a little, he looked up at her and held her gaze.“What are we doing tonight?” He asked.“Stealing a diamond at an auction.” She replied sharply. From what she had learned from the lady earlier in the day, questions need to be answered immediately. Th
FIVE YEARS AGO“A lot Anastasia, a lot.” Dexter replied which got her more curious. She was about to ask another question but he spoke up before her.“But I will be explaining when we get back tonight.” Dexter added, she raised her brows curiously.“Where are we going tonight?” She asked.“Tonight, you will be doing the first thing the organization wants you to do for them.” He replied.“What is that?” Clara asked. Dexter looked down at the documents with him, he pulled out one and stretched it to her. Clara took it and read it carefully. Her eyes widened in shock, she looked up at him.“You guys want me to steal a diamond at an auction? Isn't that wrong and illegal?” Clara asked, Dexter chuckled as he took the papers from her.“Did I mention the organization was legal?” Dexter asked back and she sighed. She started to feel restless, she wasn't so relaxed anymore. She thought she was safe already and she would have a normal life back. Just when she thinks things are getting better,
Immediately Xavier walked out of the door, Clara turned to Dexter with a questioning look but he ignored it. “I will get Kaylee to bed first.” She said and walked upstairs. “Fuck.” Dexter muttered, Xavier kept ruining things for him and it was getting on his nerves. The only reason he couldn't do anything about it was because Clara was connected to him. Whatever he does will affect Clara and her kids.In minutes, Clara returned to the living room. To get Kaylee to sleep was easy, all she had to do was assure her that she was safe.“I am listening.” She said and stood in front of Dexter.“What?” He asked. He knew what she was talking about but he wasn't ready to have the conversation with her.“What the hell was that? What was he talking about?” Clara asked.“I don't know what you are talking about.” Dexter replied and was about to walk away but she rushed towards him and blocked his path.“Yes, you do. What the fuck does he mean by he rules this city? What does he mean by asking if
FIVE YEARS AGO“Us?” Clara asked.“Yes, you work for us. Our organization.” Dexter replied and took a seat next to her on the bed. Due to fear, Clara moved to the edge of the bed which made Dexter chuckle.“It's okay. I won't hurt you.” He assured her but she didn't trust him. She remained at the edge of the bed. She couldn't trust anyone anymore, she had been hurt these past few months because she trusted everyone she met. “Have it your way, then.” Dexter added and stood up.“In a few minutes, you will be taken to a better room where you will get cleaned up and changed. When you are done, we will talk over a meal about what use you are to us.” He said. Clara got curious about one thing and she asked immediately.“Is this organization yours?” She asked and Dexter chuckled.“No, I work for them too.” He replied and walked out of the room. Clara exhaled heavily and looked around the room, how does she keep leaving a mess to get into another? When will she finally be free? ~PRESENT
“She is missing. She has been kidnapped.” Clara let out a chuckle and shook her head.“You are kidding right?” She asked as she dropped Kaylek carefully.“No, he is not. He called me when it happened, it was an hour ago.” Carl said.“You lost my daughter?” Clara yelled at him, he tried to talk but she beat him to it.“You let my daughter get kidnapped under your watch? What the fuck, Xavier?!” She screamed at him and moved closer to him.“I didn't want this to happen. We were together then she wanted to pee and the waitress took her to the bathroom, that was where she was taken.” He hurriedly said.“You couldn't follow her to the bathroom?” She yelled. Kaylen started to cry out loud, Dexter carried him in his arms.Clara ran her hands through her hair, she couldn't think straight.“Do you know who took her? Has anyone called for a ransom or something?” Clara asked.“The waitress with her said she couldn't see the person and no one has called.” Carl replied. He knew Xavier couldn't r