“ Do you really want to know why? “ He gulped, unable to stop himself from giving a shaky smile. “It's because, Charlotte Foster, I love you. “Her face became expressionless at the same moment, but Morgan didn't let himself be cowed. “I've been in love since we met. And I've been in love from the moment you showed up in that damn little dress that didn't cover anything on your 18th birthday. I've spent the last two years hurting and loving and wanting all the time, but doing nothing because I never believed I deserved you. To be honest, I'm still not sure I believe it.“You…” Charlie swallowed hard and he realized that the expressionless expression on his face was a product of shock. “You what?“I love you, Charlie. “ he repeated again, feeling that, now he had finally gotten it out of his chest, he would have to spend the rest of his life repeating that phrase, even if she didn't want to “And you're right. I made no secret of the fact that I could get all your father's money and end
“Don't even think about doing this, Samantha…” Charlie heard Morgan growl, still hidden behind his back.“You missed a great opportunity, you know, Morgan? “ Samantha said casually, as if they were talking over afternoon tea. “You would have been my first choice for second husband. And he would have lived a lot longer than Anthony, you bet, since at least he's not a decrepit old Viagra addict and doesn't squander every penny he earns. But, no…" she sighed, disgusted "You chose to be a pervert who likes teenagers and marry her…" Samantha sneered, tilting her head so she could face Charlie…And she felt her whole body go cold as she realized that her former stepmother was holding a gun, which at that moment was pointed exactly at Morgan's chest."Samantha…" Charlie gasped, feeling a chill run down her spine, threatening to make her swoon, but Morgan was quicker, moving to her side to hide her from the other woman's gaze once more.“Why, let your little wife speak, Morgan…” Samantha smil
“Everyone will know it was you! " Morgan snarled as he saw her take another step closer to them " You just lost a legal battle against Charlie and suddenly she will turn up dead with her husband, in a building where anyone will be able to confirm that you were prohibited from to enter? You'll never get away with it if you do that Samantha... It would be much better if you agreed to negotiate...“It doesn't matter if they suspect me. “ she rolled her eyes “ Like I said, that wasn't my plan A, but it's not like I'm not already moving country. Besides, I much prefer the prospect of spending years living quietly as a wanted suspect than letting you live now and becoming a guilty party with two witnesses.“Do you really think you'll be able to leave here calmly, after they hear the sound of a shot coming out of my office?“First of all, this gun has a silencer, so don't worry, we won't disturb your lovely little party. “ she scoffed “ And, secondly, I already assured you with your security
Charlie had the distinct impression of two things: one was that, judging by her sore head, she had slept too long. And, secondly, the reason she woke up was an insistent and very annoying beep that kept ringing, close to her ear, but it didn't seem to be her alarm clock.For several minutes, she tried to force her extremely slow, almost groggy mind to try to formulate a decent thought. However, as the sensations in her body began to flood back, she bitterly regretted having woken up. Her entire body felt like it had been run through a meat grinder, but there was a very dull ache in the middle of her back that stood out. And it was because of her that, with surprise, Charlie realized that she was lying a little on her side, with something pressed against her hips to keep her in place.Extremely uncomfortable, she started to move, trying to change positions, but ended up shuddering when she felt something pull, literally, inside her arm, as if there was a tube there or something?“Charl
“ I want to spend the rest of my life with you! “ he continued, with a radiant smile as he kept his gaze on hers, with an expression full of that ardent feeling that, now, she knew how to name: love “ I want to make your dreams come true and be by your side when I make mine too! I want to cook for you every day, adopt a thousand animals with you and be the father of your children! “ he chuckled through tears “ And I don't even know if we're going to do all of that or if you really want any of those things too, but I just can't not talk about it anymore! Starting today, you'll always know how much I love you, no matter how intense or hard to explain it may be. And it matters much less if someone is going to judge us!“ Glad you finally understood that. “ she joked, feeling her own tears of joy stain the soft pillowcase “ Because, just so you know, I didn't enter into this marriage with plans to end in one, ten or a hundred years. I will stay by your side, make your dreams come true, ra
“ Thus, for the previously listed crimes, the jurors understand that the defendant constitutes a danger to society as a whole and, mainly, to the victims affected by her crimes. Thus, this court sentences Samantha Jocelyn Jones Manson to 65 years in prison, without the right to parole, to be served from that moment on.At the sound of the judge's gavel bang, Samantha's angry screams began to fill the large courtroom, but Morgan didn't look in the direction of the hysterical, almost ghostly figure she had become since her arrest. Instead, he hugged Charlie even tighter to his chest, starting to guide her out of there, while he caressed the place where the scar was on her back, underneath her clothes. It was a habit he'd picked up months ago, after she'd finally been released from not only the hospital, but the constant dressing changes. Now, the wound was nothing more than a misshapen pink mark near her hip, but Morgan knew he would never be able to look at that scar without seeing the
“So… is it going to be official now? “ she asked, her brown eyes shining with pure anticipation, making him laugh “I can't wait any longer. I always thought that selling a company was all about finding someone who wanted to buy it and that was it. I never thought there was such a mess...“Yes, after Friday, the sale will be official. “He smiled, feeling an odd mixture of relief and melancholy rise in her chest.“And how do you feel about that? “ she caressed his face, a little concerned “ I know you told me you wanted this too, but trust me, I understand it can be a little nerve-wracking, now that it's finally really happening... I mean, it was the company of your family and one of the few connections you had with your father...“I admit it's a bittersweet feeling knowing I'll never set foot in that office again. “ He admitted, reflectively “ On one hand, a part of me feels a little guilty that I'm leaving the entire Sullivan legacy behind, but… The greater part is extremely relieved.
“Have you finished studying yet? “ Charlie's voice appeared at the same time that her thin arms wrapped around his waist, making him stop stirring the garlic and onion that were frying in the pan.“Yes, it's been a long time now. “ he smiled at her over his shoulder, pausing the video that was open on the tablet “ I'm just trying to test a recipe with the technique we learned today, for our dinner.“That sounds good…” she purred slyly, rubbing herself against his back and Morgan knew immediately that she was hungry for many things, but food was the last of them. “Can I help you with anything? Or is it that kind of technique where we risk the kitchen exploding if I get close? Charlie asked fearfully, making him chuckle.“Don't blame yourself so much. It was just one time and it wasn't exactly a blast. “ he looked up at the ceiling, where the marks of the food that had flown and stuck there could still be seen “It was more like a rocket taking off, if you ask my opinion…” he laughed whe