Beauty decided to step out since she was bored alone at home. Celine was not yet back from her date and there was nothing to occupy her. She walked into the closest bar which was filled to the brim. Immediately she walked in, a redhead pointed at her and screamed almost making Beauty pass out. " It's Beauty Logan." She said and Beauty's eyes widened. She had no idea that sh had fans in California. All eyes turned on her eye and the manager of the br quickly rushed to her. " Good evening Ms. It's a pleasure having you here."" Relax. There's no need for the pleasantries. I'm just here to pass time. " Beauty said and took her seat at a corner. " Let us know if you need anything. " " Sure. " She smiled. " Ms Beauty, I'm a huge fan. " The girl who shouted earlier said and she chuckled." Thank you."" I've always wanted to see you in person but I couldn't make it during your first tour." The girl smiled widely. " I'm speechless. I never knew I had a fan. " Beauty said and the gir
" Ouch!" Beauty shrieked as she opened her eyes slowly. " Finally, she's awake." A female voice cackled. " Celine....." Beauty said weakly as she looked around." Your sister and her fiance are both in the hospital right now receiving treatment." The voice said again. " What do you want?" Beauty groaned as she tried to release herself from the ropes. " Simple. I want you dead." " Me? I haven't done anything. I haven't said anything."" Oh darling, you've done a lot."" Please don't kill me. " Beauty lookes up and she gasped when she saw her captor. Diana Salvatore! "You!"" Yes, me." Diana smirked. " You really think killing is going to make him come back to you?"" It's worth the try." " Even if you succeed in killing me, Mason would never forgive you."" I can live with that. As far as I get to feel his dick again." " You're insane."" Oh sweety believe me. I know. " Diana picked up a shovel from the floor and she used to edge to hit Beauty's stomach. Beauty was fast enough t
Mason waited outside the ICU as the doctors tended to Beauty. She was almost dead when they got to the hospital. He paced about outside and knocked on the theatre's door occasionally. " Mason." Ryan called running in. " Is she okay?"" I don't know. They're still in there and they're not saying anything."" My sister! Beauty!" Elsa screamed running towards them. Ryan had called her on his way here and she rushed down here. Celine was admitted at a different hospital. " Where is she?!" Elsa asked searching Mason's face for answers. " She's gonna be fine." That was all Mason could say. " Tch. You're not even so sure of it yourself." She frowned. " If anything happens to my sister, I'm gonna make sure I bring your family down." She laughed painfully. " Feel free." Mason whispered. All that was in his head right was how to go in there and see her. He wanted to make sure she was alright. After what seemed like hours, the doctor finally came out. " How's she?" They all crowded the man
Diana was just coming back from Alaric's place when she saw George sitting outside the house with Mia. " What the fuck is she doing here?" " That's none of your business." " This is my house!" " Correction, my father's house."" Your mother....."" Not anymore. Everything here belongs to me and my sisters and you have no say in them anymore."" You've grown some wings huh? Is it because of her?" She asked referring to Mia." She has nothing to do with this. If you want to keep on staying in this house, learn to respect my stand."" If your mother comes back..." George laughed hard as he stared at the psycho before him." You're more dumb than I thought. She's not coming back. Do you think my mother isn't smart enough to know when to stop? She's gone and she's never coming back unless when she's arrested."" What do you mean?"" You'll find out soon. Till then stay clear of me and my sisters or you'll regret it." He glared at her and she swallowed. " That's if she's still alive."
" Beauty!" Elsa called excitedly as she ran into the ward with Shawn behind her. Mason had called her immediately Beauty woke up." Hey." Beauty chuckled. The doctor was running some tests on her so Elsa had to stand behind him till he was done." Is she okay?" Mason asked. " Her vitals are stronger. I'd like to observe her for a week before she's discharged." The doctor said before leaving." Big sister." Elsa finally hugged her and she smiled widely. " I'm sorry for scaring you." Beauty sniffed. " I'm glad you're back."Mason left the room when he received a message from Dwight. As he suspected, the flight records were tempered. Seems Celeste and Diana both came to California the day Beauty was kidnapped. " Mason." Beauty smiled when he walked back in. " You look skinny. Don't tell me you haven't been eating."" I have." He lied. " He hasn't. He didn't even touch the fruits I brought an hour ago." Elsa rolled her eyes. " Mason......"" I couldn't eat when you were on the brink
" I don't understand." Elsa said confused. " How was mother's twin in the car and not my mother?" " Beatrice knew that there was no way she could stop your parents from going to the court that so she enlisted the help of her gang members to kidnap her sister and switch them up. I was the delivery guy. When she returned to your house, she was supposed to take your father out too but he was too stubborn. When she finally convinced him, it was already too late. I was waiting outside to switch the cars when your father's car blew up with the two of them in it." Rose narrated. " Didn't Dad know that she was a fake?" " He didn't coz he's never met her or knew what she look like, your mother barely talked about her. The only way you could differentiate the sisters was by the viking tattoo on Beatrice's pinky finger."" Then how did you know she was a twin if no one knew?"" That's because I was the only one who's seem them together coincidentally. I wanted Bella's help so I went to her pl
" What is it?" Shawn asked Elsa who had a confused expression on her face. " It's nothing. I thought I saw something." She faked a smile. " Ohk. Are we going to the hospital or....." " Celeste's. I haven't seen her since she was discharged." She said and he nodded before driving off. Clara came out of the hall where she was hiding and she glared hotly at the retreating vehicle. She went back into the hostel but Stella blocked her way." Whatever twisted plan you have in your head against two, better throw it in the trash. Nothing can come between those two." Stella said and she scoffed. " I don't have anything against them. I have the right to gloat, don't I?" Clara sighed. " It'd better be just gloating." Stella rolled her eyes and walked away. " Psycho." ...Mason was about eating when they arrived and Elsa smiled when she saw him devouring the chicken in his hands. He hadn't had anything to eat in days so it was understandable." Glad to see you eating again. You must be ve
" Let me go." Celeste struggled with the man as he tried to drag her out. " No use struggling woman. We're not going to hurt you." The man sighed. " Did Diana send you?" " Who the fuck is Diana?" .....Ryan just got off a phone call and he faced Mason who had an expectant look on his face. " She's the one." Ryan sighed. " Why is she showing up now?" " I don't know. I'll ask Alessio to look on it."" No. Alessio has a lot on his hands right now. We won't bother him anymore." He said and Ryan nodded. He stared at the sleeping beauty before and he smiled. He's never letting her out of his sight again. " Clyde caught someone trying to escape. I need you to question her for me." Mason said to Ryan who creased his brows in confusion. " Celeste was caught at a motel planning to escape." He whispered." Oh, why would she be running if she did nothing?" " That's what I want you to find out. I can't go myself...."" I understand." He nodded and left. " What's going on?" Beauty snappe
Beauty had always been known for her quiet confidence and luminous smile—a presence that could light up even the darkest winter day. Mason, with his strong, steady hands and a twinkle of mischief in his eyes, adored her. Their marriage, built on trust, laughter, and a shared passion for life, was an ever-unfolding adventure. On this particular vacation, the air around them buzzed with anticipation. The resort was charmingly secluded, offering luxurious rooms, soft ambient music that floated through open windows, and hidden corners meant for whispered secrets and stolen kisses. That evening, as the sun dipped low over the ocean, turning the sky into a canvas of molten gold and soft lavender, Beauty and Mason retreated to their private suite. Their plan had been to savor a quiet moment away from the bustle before joining a lively birthday dinner at the resort’s elegant restaurant. But as soon as the door closed behind them, the promise of the evening unfurled into something far more in
Emma stopped Beauty and snuggled closer. It was obvious that she wanted to ask a question. " Ask your question baby." " Why did Daddy offer that deal to you? He barely knew you. What if you were a bad person?" " I guess it was fate and that was how we were destined to meet. Besides Dad already met me earlier at the supermarket but I didn't remember at the time." " Continue." ... “ I missed you Mason. Say something." She said again. “ Oh Beauty! I missed you more. " He said and pecked her forehead. “ Kiss me. " She whispered. “ What did you say?" He asked to be sure of what he heard. “ Kiss me!" She said loudly this time. Mason didn't hesitate any further before slamming his lips on hers. It was a slow kiss at first then it became rougher, more passionate. Mason came back in time for lunch and the arrival of the other members of the family. Beauty was at the garden waiting for him. She had been there since she came out of the room. Immediately he saw her, he ru
Rose had trouble trying to get the twins to sleep. They kept on fussing about and crying all over the room. Emma wasn't an exception either. She kept throwing tantrums and spilling the whole place with paint. Rose had no choice than to call Beauty over for a little assistance. Beauty was just coming out of the shower when she received the text so she quickly threw on her bathrobe before heading to the kid's room. " You haven't read their bedtime story." Mason reminded her and she sighed. " I completely forgot. It's been three days. No wonder the tantrums." She laughed running out. The bedtime story was the only thing that kept them calm at night. If she misses a night, they'd throw tantrums and eventually become enemies with her the next day. She had completely forgotten about the stories since they came on the trip. Turns out today was her reckoning day. " Why are you guys stressing about your grandma?" She spoke softly walking towards them as they sat on the large bed. " We
SIX YEARS LATER " Good morning, Mum." A cheery tiny voice screamed all over the room. Beauty woke up to the sound of her five-year-old daughter, Emma, singing "Happy Birthday" in a loud, off-key voice. Beauty smiled, feeling a sense of excitement and joy. It was her birthday, and she knew that Mason and the kids had planned a special surprise for her. As she got out of bed, Beauty saw that the room was filled with balloons and streamers. Emma, and the three-year-old twin boys, Jackson and Jordan, were all dressed in matching "Happy Birthday" t-shirts, and they were all holding hands, waiting for Beauty to open her eyes. Mason walked into the room, carrying a large, covered tray. "Happy birthday, beautiful," he said, setting the tray down in front of Beauty. Beauty's eyes widened as she saw the tray. It was filled with all of her favorite foods: pancakes, waffles, eggs, and bacon. The kids all cheered and clapped, and Beauty felt a sense of gratitude and love. "Thank you, guys,
The next morning, John called Shawn bright and early and asked to meet at a warehouse. He was getting impatient and that was what Elsa wanted. She wanted to see the look on his face when he discovered that he was being played. Shawn arrived at the hours two late. John was already getting hasty and he jumped at him the minute he arrived. " What is it? What plan were you talking about?" He asked in a hurry. " Chill man. You don't have any other place to be, so relax." Shawn said getting irritated. He wondered what would make a grown ass man behave this way. Was he being threatened by his family or was it just utmost foolishness?Elsa was waiting in the car and she was on a video call with Beauty, filling her in. " I told him you were going to do this." Beauty chuckled. " Well, yes. He tried to steal from us. What if he had succeeded? We both know how Celine loves. She gives her all." " I guess that's in the family." Beauty grinned widely. " Oh please. I just want to see him suffe
" I want money!" John slammed the table frustratingly. " You came back coz you're broke." Celine laughed maniacally. " You know I've always known you're bold and foolish but this..... this is too much." " Celine, you know I wouldn't have done this if I had another option. I lost my job and nobody wants to hire someone who doesn't have ten years experience." He blurted shamelessly and she couldn't point what attracted her to him in the first place. Was it his charms coz he definitely had none. Or was it just blinded lust? " So you think trying to make up with me would give you a job?"" Your family is rich. You guys own a company." " Oh I see. You wanted to use me to get a job in the company. Then what? Convince me to give a part of my shares?" She said and he shifted uncomfortably." I....."" You! I don't even know what to say to you. I mean I suspected it. You're not comfortable with me being ahead of you so you would rather cajole me into giving up my money for you so you coul
" What are you two talking about?" Elsa asked. Her hair was still wet, indicating that she had just got out of the shower. " Work. I'm thinking about taking a new role." Celine lied. " That's great. You've been away for a long time. This should be something good." Elsa smiled. " Yes, I think." She said nervously. " I checked on Liam and he should be out for another couple hours. I'll whip up something for us to eat before you go home." Elsa said and she shook her head. " That won't be necessary. I have stuff to do at home. I'll just order in. Goodnight." She pecked her cheeks before leaving. " I wonder where she's always running off to. Do you think she has a new guy?" Elsa pouted. " Barely. I'm sure she's just busy." Shawn said. " I'm starving." He reminded her and she quickly headed to the kitchen. .... Celine rushed home immediately she received a text from her landlord concerning a disturbance coming from her apartment. She wondered what was happening. She
Ryan had called ahead about his arrival and he asked Mason to arrange everything like a mini family lunch. He wanted to introduce Florence to the closest people first. " Ryan." Beauty said happily and hugged him tightly. " Oh I missed you." She said. " Hey, I'm right here." Mason scoffed jealously. " I know." She winked. " Welcome back, Ryan." Mia smiled. " Thank you, Mia. What's up, my man?" Ryan hugged George like they were old friends. They grew closer after the wedding. One would say they were like brothers. " Where's Alessio?" Ryan asked. " He couldn't make it. Left for Italy yesterday." Mason said. " That bastard. I was anticipating the look on his face." Beauty coughed bringing them out of the almost lengthy conversation. " Would you introduce the beautiful lady?" She asked. " Oh sorry, my bad. Baby." Ryan said smiling sheepishly as he held Florence's hand leading her to the crew. " Hey guys, meet my girlfriend, Florence." Ryan said and Beauty s
As the days turned into weeks, Florence started to notice that Ryan was being secretive about his past. He would change the subject whenever she asked him about his childhood, and he seemed reluctant to talk about his friends and past relationships. At first, Florence tried to brush off her concerns. She told herself that Ryan was just a private person, and that he would open up to her in time. But as the days turned into weeks, Florence's doubts began to grow. Whenever she brought up the topic of his past relationships, he'd always brush it off saying it wasn't important. One night, as they were walking along the Seine, Florence confronted Ryan about her concerns. "Ryan, can I ask you something?" she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "Of course," Ryan replied, his eyes narrowing slightly. "What is it?" "I feel like you're not telling me something," Florence said, her heart pounding in her chest. "You're always changing the subject when I ask you about your past. What are