“N-Nicolas, why a-are you covering u-up for that bitch, huh?” Sally shuttered, she didn’t expect him to save Scarlet’s face from the public. “I am not,” Nicolas says and he tightened his hand around Scarlet’s waist. “I am only stating the truth, young lady. Scarlet is my lovely wife and she is the mother of my children.” Sally became dumbfounded, and she nervously flaunted her hair as she felt a bit shameful. “Everyone please if you don’t mind, go inside the hall and enjoy the banquet, isn’t why we are here?” Nicolas says, trying to change the topic.The people started walking into the hall, whispering one or two words to one another as they left. “This Bitch thinks she has gotten away from this? Not to worry, I will make her pay for being so close to Nicolas,” Sally muttered evily in her head. Wanting to save her face from the public, she turns around and walked to Harry. “Let us go, baby,” She smiled prettily, locking her hand with him. Harry gave Scarlet and Nicolas a glanc
“This can’t be possible!” Mr. Oak argued vehemently and he threw a wicked glare at Scarlet. “Mother, how sure are you this commoner is the elder daughter of William? We all know very well that that little girl died years ago, didn’t we find her burnt body in the car?” Marriott, the second daughter of Mrs. Brown said to her. “Then how do you explain the white mole on her neck, huh? Veronica has the mole too, doesn’t she?” Mrs. Brown stringently said. The room became hushed, even Scarlet couldn’t say a word because she was still drowning in the sea of daze. She is related to the Browns family? How could that be possible? “Grandma is right, the lady is my elder sister and must be received in our family.” The agile voice of a young lady was heard, she was standing behind Mrs. Brown. Her name is Veronica Williams Brown, the suppose younger sister to Scarlet who was deemed to be crowned the heir to the Browns conglomerate. “I won’t accept this!” Mr. Oak is still opposed, his forehead
“What!” Some of the people in the large hall shouted shockingly at what Mrs. Brown had just said. Before anyone could take the contract, he must be married with kids. Like seriously? Everyone was surprised and taken aback by the new rule Mrs. Brown had just decreed, what could have made her change her mind? Scarlet who heard the explanation from the hall rushed out of the room, and she saw her grandma addressing the public. “... it is for the best, thank you, everyone!” Mrs. Brown smiled stunningly as she ended her speech. Veronica was standing behind her, and when she saw Scarlet, she winked secretly at her elder sister. Scarlet was swarmed with happiness about her having a sister, and she smiled back at Veronica. “Fuck.” Harry muttered from where he is sitting, he knew he have no choice but to reconcile with Scarlet and make her his wife since she has his kids. As if on cue, his eyes saw her and he stood to his feet with the intent of approaching, but he stood on track. Wil
“You both are joking, right?” Scarlet said, looking at both men as if they have gone crazy. “I am not, Scarlet.” Ford quickly said, and Scarlet eyes glowed with surprise. She couldn’t believe her ears right now. “Get lost, loser! You are interested in her because you want to win the contract!” Harry deliberately blew up Ford’s intentions toward Scarlet. “What! Is that true, boss?” Scarlet faced Fords as she became dumbfounded. “No! No! No! No! He is lying, please believe me, Scarlet. I truly love you so much, I have wanted to tell you but I have been so afraid to tell you.” Fords frantically explained himself to her, hoping she would believe him. “Lies!” Harry chuckled devilishly. Scarlet was already fuming angrily, what does her boss take her for? A puppet he can just have like that and use for his own selfish gains? “I am disappointed in you, Ford.” Scarlet growls and Ford’s face fell immediately as he became dejected. “Both of you should leave this place before I call the c
“Mother, you are grounding me for a week because of this cheap thing?” Marriott cried again, pointing at her hand Scarlet and at the same time facing her mother. “I won’t take it lightly with you Marriott if you dare insult my grandchild again!” Mrs. Browns warned, her eyes darkened at her daughter. Marriott gulped won fearfully as she calmed down but she turned her head to Scarlet and says, “You will pay dearly for this.” And with that, she stormed back to the house. “Grandma, please forgive her.” Scarlet quickly pleaded to the woman. However, Mrs. Brown walks to her and smiles. “Don’t worry my child, Marriott is my daughter and I know she will come around, soon.” Scarlet was still restless, she didn’t want her sudden presence in the family to be trouble. “Come on, let us go inside and talk.” Mrs. Brown cooed Scarlet and she guides her as they walk towards the house. The residence is majestic, it was built in a rare remarkable structure. Looking around the yard, Scarlet saw t
Fords sat on the bed in his room, he was drinking his liquor as his thoughts were crowded with Scarlet. She is the only woman his heart has come to love after his first girlfriend, Natasha, broke up with him. “Scarlet.” He chuckled drunkenly, shaking his head before he promptly gulps down more content through his glass cup filled with liquor. Abruptly the door of his room opens, and his foster sister slowly sticks her head into the room as she peek at him briefly before slinking into the room. “Hi... Hi big brother.” Miranda shutters nervously as she walks closer to him. She was wearing a pink gown that barely covered her thigh, her hair was packed in a hairy bun, and her lips were shiny with lipgloss. “Miranda...” Ford calls drunkenly as he raises his head to look at her, his eyelids were heavy for him to stare. “Big Brother, why are you drinking?” Miranda asked worriedly as she sat down beside him. Ford chuckles as he took a deep gulp of his liquor and he turns his head to
> SCARLET’s ~ APARTMENT >Scarlet arrived home late and when she check her wrist watch, it was 6:03 PM. “Fuck, I am so tired...” Scarlet sighed heavily as she slapped her face with her purse. However, she stopped immediately when she saw a brawny man standing at the pavement. “Nico... Nicolas!” Scarlet shuttered shockingly, gawking at him as he walked towards her. Her heart began to beat faster, she was losing her sense already as she found herself bewitched by his drop-dead gorgeous sight. Nicolas smiled handsomely, he was wearing a white shirt and black trousers. His hair is curly and his blue eye is bright and luminous. In his right hand, he was holding a rosy exquisite flower as he strides stalwartly towards her. “Wha... What are you doing here?” Scarlet shutters to him, she did not expect him to be here. “Ugh... I came to see you.” Nicolas beamed and then he handed her the flower. Scarlet was blank for a while, gawking blankly at the flower in his hand before she took it
It was morning already and the sun was glistening brightly across the city, Meanwhile, Scarlet and her kids were having breakfast in the dining room. Dolly was just stepping out of the kitchen with two more trays, she got to the dining space and took a seat for herself next to Natasha. “Aunty, your food is delicious!” Taylor complimented her and Dolly's eyes lits up at him. “Really?” She knowingly asked and Taylor nods his head at her in confirmation. “I am jealous,” Scarlet muttered as she takes a bite of her omelet and everyone laughed except Natasha. “You don’t have to be jealous, okay? After all, I spend the most time with the kids, and I do most of the cooking for them, but don’t get me wrong, I am not complaining ma’am.” Dolly sighed and she started to eat her food. “Whatever.” Scarlet rolls her eyes, snatching the glass cup from the table and she drinks the water. “Wait for a second... Tomorrow is what?” Scarlet asked after having her drink and she dropped the glass cup
*NICOLAS’s—ESTATE, THREE WEEKS LATER* The sun had set and the moon was high in the sky as Nicolas played with his two daughters, Natasha and Stacy. They were giggling and running around, their childish laughter filling the room with joy.Scarlet emerged from their bedroom, decked out in a stunning black dress that hugged her curves perfectly and showed all her flawlessness. Nicolas's eyes widened as he looked her up and down, his heart beating faster at the sight of her."Wow," he said, his voice filled with awe. "You look absolutely stunning, my love."Scarlet smiled, feeling her cheeks flush with pleasure.“Thank you," she said, twirling around in front of him. "I wanted to look nice for Grandma's reunion party."Nicolas grinned, his eyes still fixed on her. "Well, you definitely succeeded. I'm a lucky man to have such a beautiful wife."Scarlet blushed again, feeling a surge of love for Nicolas. She leaned in to kiss him but was interrupted by the sound of their daughters' laug
*THE—CITY HOSPITAL* Scarlet's heart raced as she stepped out of the hospital. She was finally discharged, and after weeks of being cooped up in a hospital room, she was relieved to be out in the fresh air. Just as she sauntered towards the doctor's office, she felt a twinge of pain in her chest, a reminder of the accident that had landed her in the hospital in the first place.“Sally!” She folded her hands at the thought of her. Meanwhile, Nicolas was waiting for her outside the office, his face a mix of relief and concern. “How are you feeling?" he questioned her as he gave her a hug."I'm okay, baby,” Scarlet said, trying to sound more confident than she felt. "What did the doctor say?""He said you need to take it easy for a few days, but you should be fine." Nicolas took her hand and led her toward the other ward. “Where are we going to?” Scarlet asked him. “Let's go see your grandma," he replied. “What about Taylor?” Scarlet asked, she hadn't had the time to check up on h
*THE CITY—HOSPITAL* Scarlet slowly opened her eyes, feeling a dull ache in her head. She blinked a few times, attempting to focus on her surroundings, and then she realized she was in a hospital room.Confused and extremely disoriented, Scarlet tried to sit up, but her body felt weak and sore. She groaned, falling back against the pillow, and tried to remember how she got there.As if on cue, Nicolas walked in, holding a tray of food. When he saw Scarlet's eyes open, he hurried over to her, setting the tray on the bedside table."Hey, you're awake," he said, his voice gentle and worried. "How are you feeling right now?"Scarlet scowled, still trying to process everything as she looked at him. “What happened? Why am I in the hospital?"Nicolas sat down next to her, taking her hand in his. “Love, do you remember anything?"Scarlet shook her head negatively, “No, everything is a blur."Nicolas took a deep breath, his eyes full of emotion. "There was an explosion, Scarlet. Sally kid
*THE HERITAGE—POLICE STATION* Harry sat on his bunk bed in the dimly lit jail cell, his cousin Jade sitting across from him. They spoke in hushed tones, careful not to attract the attention of the guards."Jade, I need your help," Harry said, desperation was evident in his voice."What do you need, Harry?" Jade replied, concern inscribed on his face."I need you to get me out of here, without anyone knowing. Not even the cops," Harry begged him.Jade's eyes widened in surprise. "Harry, I can't just break you out of jail. That's crazy. You need to serve your time and face the consequences of your actions." he said. "I know, I know. But you don't understand what it's like in here. It's a living hell. I can't take it anymore," Harry replied, his voice breaking.Jade sighed. He knew Harry was in a bad place, both physically and mentally. He didn't want to see his cousin suffer, but he also didn't want to risk getting in trouble himself."I'll see what I can do, Harry. But I can't make
*THE PETERSBURG FAMILY*Sally got dressed early in the morning, feeling anxious about the day. She knew she had to start her plans and put them into action. First, she has Scarlet’s two children with her, Stacy and Natasha. And as for Taylor, Draco reported to her that he is unconscious and in coma. “I will have to kill him, I want to take every source of happiness from Scarlet before aiming at her.” She had been planning this for days, and her heart was pounding. Hence, Sally hailed a taxi to the hospital.As she rode in the backseat of the taxi, Sally's mind raced with thoughts of the boy's illness. She learned that he was Scarlet's favorite child, and she felt a pang of envy as she thought about the bond they shared.If only Scarlet knew she had a third child! Finally, the taxi pulled up to the hospital. Sally stepped out onto the sidewalk and made her way to the entrance. Entering inside, she asked the receptionist for the room number."Room 307," the receptionist said,
*THE BROWN’s—RESIDENTIAL* At Mrs. Brown's residence, Scarlet, Sam, and Nicolas were anxiously waiting for the police to arrive. They were hoping the police would catch the person who had poisoned Mrs. Brown. They were also worried about her critical condition at the hospital.Veronica, on the other hand, was feeling exceedingly nervous. She was the one who had poisoned Mrs. Brown, and she was frightened that the police would find out.Mr oaks would sometimes give her a reassuring glance that everything would be fine. As soon as the police arrived, and they began interviewing everyone about what had happened. They asked the group a series of questions, trying to gather as much information as possible."Can you tell us exactly what happened?" one of the officers asked."My granny drank the wine which was meant for me and she started screaming in pain before she lost unconscious on the dining floor," Scarlet explained.“We think someone poisoned her." she added. The officers nodded
*THE CITY—HOSPITAL* The ambulance arrived at the residence and Mrs. Brown was quickly rushed into the vehicle, with Scarlet riding along with her. On the hand, Veronica and Mr. Oaks followed behind in the car. Veronica is the one driving the car. Mr. Oaks continues to rant about the red wine and how it was meant for Scarlet."How could this happen? How could she drink the wine meant for Scarlet?" Mr. Oaks fumed, his face red with anger."I don't know, Dad. I didn't mean for any of this to happen," Veronica replied, her own voice shaky. She didn't want to harm her grandma. As the ambulance drove to the hospital, the tension inside was discernible. Scarlet was worried sick about her grandmother “Oh God, please be fine, Grandma,” she held her hand. When they finally arrived at the hospital, Mrs. Brown was immediately taken into the emergency room. Scarlet and the others waited anxiously outside, their hearts heavy with worry.As they waited, Scarlet couldn't help but think about
*THE BROWN’s—FAMILY* It was a quiet morning when Veronica slowly emerged from her room. She looked disheveled and as though she had been crying. She stepped out into the hallway and looked up to see Mr. Oaks, standing in front of her with a concerned expression on his face.Mr. Oaks noticed her and immediately felt a pang of concern. He slowly approached her and asked her, "Veronica, is everything okay?"Veronica perked up her eyes at him, her eyes red from crying.She replied, “I don't know, I've been doing a lot of thinking lately.""About what, dear?" Mr. Oaks asked knowingly.Veronica hesitated for a moment before eventually speaking to him. "About what you told me the other day.” She bites her lips and added. "About you being my biological father."Mr. Oaks's heart skipped a beat. He had been dreading this moment for days. He had known that eventually, Veronica would find out the truth, and he knew he had to tell her.... but he had hoped that it wouldn't be this painful.Gazi
*SAM’s—MANSION* Dolly and Sam arrived home after leaving Mrs. Brown resident, and Sam parked in the parking lot. Dolly was the first to step out of the car and she walked inside. And when Sam entered, he noticed that Dolly seemed dull and moody.“Hey, what’s going on? You seem a little off,” Sam asked her as he playfully ruffled her hair.“Dont worry, it’s nothing,” Dolly forced a smile and tried to play it off, they were both standing in front of each other. Sam could tell that something was bothering her, so he pushed on, “Come on, you can tell me,” he urged.Dolly hesitated for a moment before finally speaking up, she was fiddling her fingers. “Well, I don’t know how to start... Uh, I heard Scarlet and Nicolas last night. They were, uh, intimate,” she admitted, blushing.Sam’s eyebrows shot up in surprise. “Oh... I see. And that bothered you?”Dolly nodded, looking embarrassed. “Yeah. I don’t know why, but it made me feel... aroused. And it’s been a while since we’ve been inti