“Th…the thing is that. Mr…Mr Riordan can’t… he can’t recognize anyone after returning from the hospital some days ago. “What did you say?”“Mr Riordan can’t recognize anyone. He’s been confined in this room ever since he returned from the hospital and Mrs Cooper had given instructions not to let him out without her permission.”“What the hell?” Anna threw her finger into her hair. “How is it even possible? Why did no one inform me about this?”“We’re so sorry, ma’am. Everything is under Mrs Cooper’s supervision here.”Anna looked back at the man on the bed who still had that defensive look on his face. She felt her heart shattering into a million pieces at the sight of her father in such a position. No child will find it fun to see their father in such a miserable state and she was one. Just the sight alone was enough to make her eyes water. “Why did the doctor say is wrong with him?”“The doctors couldn’t find anything. They saw it as stress. We’re praying for a quick recovery for
Anna with her hold tightened around the woman’s arms threw her to the floor, not caring about the daggers in the form of glares that she threw her way. They both engaged in a glaring competition, each not wanting to give up on the look of hatred that they passed each other. “I swear, Sylvia. You don’t know what you’re doing or who you’re messing with. If anything happens to that man, be prepared to die with him. Be warned if you think I’m bluffing right now. “He’s the one who’s going to die first. Your ungrateful father.” The older woman screamed at the top of her voice. “After everything I did for him, he still loves that dead woman. He still keeps her picture close to his heart at night.”“That’s because you offer nothing else than a headache to him. Let me tell the truth, Sylvia. You and your daughter are unlikeable and one of these days, you’re going to regret it.”“You speak so much, don’t you? That dead woman even in her death still can’t let me be happy for once, just once. I
Anna blew a whistle with her lips as she stepped out of the elevator that led to the penthouse. She had her phone in her hands and with one click, she sent it to Dali with a text below. Anna: I brought you news, gir. Do your jobA giggle escaped her lips as the message went through. She couldn’t wait for the next day to see everything unfold on the internet, to see the news of Elle’s cheating come to the spotlight. Since she wanted fame, Anna might as well grant her wishes. Bad fame is still fame.Seconds later, her phone lit up. Dali: Christ, what in flamingo’s name did I just watch? Is this edited?”She typed back.Anna: You think I’ll stoop so low? Girl, I saw them with my eyes and made a video. Smart of me, right?Dali: This is the best news I’ll have on my platform this month. Gosh, it’s going to fetch me money. I can’t believe Elle would do this with Jason. She had no shame at all.Anna: Get the job down quickly. I’ll give you a call at night so we talk, okay?She slipped her
Their both heads turned to Anna. She looked between the mother and son duo and let out an awkward laugh. “Umm, that…that was a bit sudden. It’s not a bad idea. We’ll try for a baby.”“What?” Caspian stared at her like she suddenly grew two heads, her words coming as a shock to him.“I…I said we could try for a baby. Just like a mother wants.”“Oh dear.” Mrs Riordan picked up a tissue and dabbed her with it, pushing back the tears that threatened to spill down her eyes. She clutched Anna’s palm, her gaze filled with love and adoration for the girl. “You’re such a sweetheart. I can’t hold back my tears.” Her tears spilled down her cheek as she broke out into sobs. “What’s wrong, mother? Why are you crying?”“It’s tears of joy. I’ve waited for this day since forever.” She managed to wipe her tears.“Thank you so much, honey. The Riordan family will finally have an heir. I’m so glad.”“It’s okay. It’s no big…”Before Anna could complete her words, Caspian interrupted.“Are you doing this
“News headline. At 9:30 am today, an anonymous report shed light on Elith Pharmaceutical Corporation. The truth of their rapid growth and success over the past year. The report stated about the company’s operations and the sale of fake chemicals which has caused a high rate of cancer, asthma, and even fibroids within the already struggling country over the past year. The CEO, Mr Ethan Riordan had yet to make any statement regarding this allegation. However, the police and other agencies are looking into the case already. This is Michelle reporting live from UNC. With me is my colleague, Ruth. What do you have to say about the anonymous report, Ruth?”The rest of the caster’s words were driven into the air at Caspian’s laughter that echoed in his office and the hallway. He has his legs on his table with his hands clutching the tablet where the voice came from and his head thrown backward in laughter. “What a good news,” he smiled in satisfaction. “Isn’t this the best news this week? No
“You… what are you doing here?” Ethan’s shoulders straightened with each step that Caspian took forward. He stared with wide eyes as his brother stood before him with a smug grin on his lips, his eyes conveying to him that he was present for anything other than peace. He knew the look that his brother carried at the moment. One that communicated to him that there was surely going to be trouble.It was like that whenever they were around each other. There was bound to be fire!“Nice question, brother. I should also compliment you on your nice way of standing.” A chuckle escaped his lips, his eyes skimming down to the slightly shorter man who helped in balancing Ethan just in case his legs gave out. Behind him was his wheelchair. “Instead of plotting day and night, I recommend that you be in the hospital finding a solution for your goddamn legs.”“Don’t you dare fucking speak to me in such a way? You’re interrupting my Press conference. Leave immediately.” Panicking, Ethan cocked his he
“Mr Ethan, does this mean your company would have to fold up?”“Mr Ethan, what proof do you have that your partner is the culprit?”“If you knew that your partner was the culprit, why didn’t you say anything?”“Me Ethan, how are we going to believe you after seeing all these things with our eyes.”“This is quite unbelievable. Please make a believable statement.”The questions of the reporters whirled in Ethan’s head over and over again, adding to the panic and fear that settled in his head. “Shut the fuck in!” He found himself yelling at them and immediately, silence followed after. He clamped his eyes shut and the next time he opened them, they were filled with blue flames and burning hatred for the man who was his brother. He glared at him, his fingers bunching into a fist beside him and Caspian was sure that if looks could kill, he would have dropped dead at that instant. “Trust me, you’ll regret this decision of yours, Caspian Riordan. I’ll make sure of it.”“You’ll regret your
With a lighthearted whistle and an enigmatic smile, Caspian sauntered back into his company, his footsteps light. He had his hands buried in his pants pocket, his smile still maintained on his lips eliciting a weird stare from his employees as he passed them. With his secretary, he stepped into the private elevator that led him directly to the hallway of his office. “Is there anything else that I have to do, boss?” Alix asked, trailing behind him. “Nothing. You take the day off and be with your family. I’ll send a reward for your hard work.”“What? You’re giving me a break?”Caspian paused and turned to the man, his smile disappearing. “You want me to take back my words? Leave now.”“Ye…yes sir.”He lowered his head into a bow before swiveling around and racing back into the elevator, a yell of appreciation did he let out before the elevator separated them both. Caspian shook his head and continued his journey to his office, his footsteps increasing as he remembered that Anna was wa