The doctor hands over the X-ray picture to McCollum who walks toward Kayla's ward room.“Mommy” Kayla called crying as her both hands were wrapped in bandages.“Honey” Martha called hugging the crying Kayla.“ I’m so sorry, I’m sorry I couldn’t stop him,” she said for Gerald to sigh. He walks out of the room to call Alex.At Alex's mansion, he had already fallen asleep on Hazel's shoulder in his garden when his phone began to ring.“Father” was on the caller ID for Hazel to sigh.She watched the phone ring multiple times and went off.“ This bastard” Gerald whispered “ so now you agree he’s a bastard,” Martha said behind Gerald who turned sighing.“ I’m going to pay back Gerald, the girl I’m going to erase her myself and that bastard child of ….“ he’s my son don’t call him that,” Gerald said for Martha to chuckle.“ he’s not your son Gerald, he’s Gabriel McCollum’s son. Not yours so he’s a stupid orphan who thinks he has a father. I’m going to make him suffer the pain of losing the
Inside the Daytime beautiful busy city, Alex drives them back to the mansion, Hazel watches him as he drives with his eyes glued to the road.She watched his side view, his well-carved chin, his dark long eyelashes. She didn’t notice she was already lost in his beauty until she noticed the side of his lips moved for a smile.“ I don’t mind, I accept comments too,” he said for Hazel to face her front covering her eyes.“Sorry, I didn’t mean…“ I like it. Gauge all you want I’m yours to appreciate” he said for Hazel to turn to the roadside smiling. She wonders how possessive he can be with the woman he loves and that strikes a curiosity in Hazel's mind as she wonders if he has ever had a woman he loves and what happened when they broke up.“Alex” she called for Alex to nod.“ yes,” he responds taking the road to his estate.“Who is your first love?” She asked Alex to smile.“ my first love, my first true smile” he said with a smile before he look at Hazel.“Why do you ask?” He asked for
Alex speaks with Simon while Hazel walks to the garage to wait for him, she looks at the only picture she has that’s taking her to Western County. After searching all through the other boxes, nothing was found about her mother, not even her mother's name to help ask when they get there. Hazel pursed her lips as she began to think this might be a bad idea, she watched Grace put her bag in the car boot before leaving.Hazel closed her eyes to wait for Alex when the earlier event began to play on her head, Alex's father, the look of distaste on his face when he looked at her, she felt the distaste when he spoke to her, even though she knows he hasn’t approved of her being with his son, he never acted like that towards her. Hazel opened her eyes as she wondered what Alex did to Kayla because that’s what only her brain was able to detect it might be the reason.“Sure I will boss,” Simon said to his boss after several instructions from Alex as he would be leaving for a while.“Keep my fathe
Hazel sighs as she’s so shy with the way Alex doesn’t get ashamed of saying the word “pads” so she just nods her head for Alex to look at Stefan.“Leave,” he said for the guard to nod and close the door while Alex dropped the pads on the bed as he opened Hazel's bag bringing out her underwear.“Will this one be good to fix it on?” Alex showed Hazel a pair of red Calvin Klein underwear for Hazel to cover her face in shame.“ this man” she whispered.“ or will this one be good” he showed her green lacy underwear.“ the black one is better,” Hazel said covering her face as she wondered how he would fix it.Alex looked through the underwear when he saw a black high-waist underwear and he tore open the pack of pads picking one of them which he fixed on the underwear like a professional.“Let’s get you out now,” Alex said dropping the padded underwear on the bed while he carried the clean towel on the bathroom track and wrapped it around Hazel while he carried her to the bed.Hazel was curi
Quietly, not to alert her colleagues, the elderly waitress who came to check who was knocking on their back door closed the door and stepped out.She walked to the corner of the restaurant which was a little isolated as Alex kept showing her the gun.“Three minutes almost over,” he said for the lady to sigh.“She….” The elderly lady sighs as she looks like she made a promise not to say anything but her life is at stake now.“Her name is Gloria, she was once our colleague” she said for Alex to nod.“And?” He asked for the lady to sigh.“The girl with you looked like the blue-eyed baby she does show us that she had in her first marriage before she divorced and got married to a drug dealer lord in New York. After a year in the marriage according to her, he was toxic and forced her to take drugs. She kept on until five years later she couldn’t take it anymore when he wanted to do what he used to do to her, she defended herself with a gun which automatically took his life and ever since sh
The old man looked at Alex, trying to find anything in him.Alex noticed the old man's eyeball going around his body before he sighed dropping his cup of coffee.“I don’t look much like my mother,” he said for the old man to squeeze his brows.“Ex…excuse me,” he said in shock.“I’m Alexander McCollum’s and if she’s your daughter then I’m your grandson because she’s my mother,” he said pointing at his mother's picture on his phone.“No way” the old man gasped.“No way,” he said again not believing the grown-up man in his front was his family. When he thought he was going to die alone in this world after the disappearance of his daughter and the death of his wife.“Marie son” he whispered for Alex to nod smiling.“Can I hug you?” He asked looking at Alex with tears in his eyes.“Please let me hug you, Alexander,” he said standing up as he immediately removed his coat looking at Alex who stood up and the old man hugged him.“ Marie son” he called again hugging Alex who hugged him back.“
At the tunnel entrance close to the stream, both men walk in with Hazel who still struggles to free herself.“Please just say whatever you want. Don’t hurt me please” she pleaded for them both not to respond.“Have you searched for her phone?” One asked for the other one to shake his head.“We don’t need anything, Marcus, just enjoy her and leave.” The other responded for Hazel to begin to cry.“Please I beg you” she cried for the other one to chuckle.“Somebody help!!” Hazel screamed hoping her voice would echo and this got both men angry and Marcus slapped her making her fall to her knees.“Please” Hazel cried as her mouth began to bleed.“Find a suitable place, Marcus, we have walked for too long, I’m losing my patience.” The other one said as he looked at Hazel smiling.Marcus pushed Hazel to the ground after they left the damp area of the tunnel.“Let’s take turns,” he said for Hazel to shake her head pleading.Outside the county, in a damp area, Sam stopped the car for Alex to i
Hazel looked away because it was a thought she had been curious about which she would even call the mastermind of going to find her mother.“I don’t understand Alex” she finally said for Alex to sit close to her holding her hands.“Let me make you understand Hazel,” he said looking deep into her blue eyes.Hazel could feel the heat between them but she’s very sure Alex won’t touch her because she’s still bleeding.“I want to hate the fact that Marie is your mother's friend and she advised your mother to abandon your father because he’s very poor but still it’s very obvious that Marie could be my very own mother Marie.” He said pushing Hazel's hair back of her ear.“And if that happens to be, will you hate my mother?” He asked using his thumb to rub her thick luscious lips.Hazel could not speak as she could feel Alex's breath on her face. She parted her lips trying to breathe through her mouth since his closeness was making her breathless but she didn’t know that was a trigger for Ale
Hazel looked at Dr. Frank with her eyes wide open as he kept rubbing her stomach until he officially confirmed he could hear two heartbeats.“Congratulations once again, Mrs. McCollum,” he said, helping Hazel up.“So, what is it, Frank? Is the baby healthy? You said two heartbeats—am I having twins?” she asked anxiously.Dr. Frank nodded, and Hazel teared up, covering her mouth with her hands.“Twins? Is it a boy and a girl, two girls, or two boys?” she asked, her excitement evident.Dr. Frank chuckled at her enthusiasm. “Well, it’s a boy and a girl.”Hazel gasped and covered her mouth again in excitement. “Please don’t say anything to Alex. I want to surprise him with it,” she said.Dr. Frank nodded. “Of course, ma’am. Congratulations once again.”He helped Hazel walk back to his office, where Grace and the guards were waiting.At the General’s villa, Gloria sat, looking around. The luxurious, old-money-style villa made her wonder who had invited her over.“Please come with me, ma’am
The sunshine streamed brightly through the curtains in the spacious bedroom, casting its warm rays on Hazel as she slept. Her elegant facial features twitched slightly under the light before her long lashes fluttered. Finally, she opened her eyes. Her luscious lips parted as she slowly came back to reality.Hazel yawned deeply, then sat up.“Good morning, madam,” a familiar voice greeted her, prompting Hazel to frown as she turned toward the figure.“Grace?” she exclaimed in surprise.Grace stood in her maid’s uniform, bowing her head respectfully.“Give me a hug, Grace. I’ve missed you so much,” Hazel said, her eyes welling up with tears. Without hesitation, Grace stepped forward and embraced her.“Please don’t cry, madam,” Grace said gently, rubbing Hazel’s back. “I wouldn’t know what to say to the boss if he walked in and saw you like this,” she added anxiously.“Don’t mind me; this pregnancy makes me so emotional,” Hazel said, wiping her tears. “It’s been months, Grace. How are yo
The doors to the dining room opened, and three men in black suits entered silently, their imposing presence casting a shadow over the room. Alex smirked, his tone ice-cold. “I mean, Mr. Lark, that your time has run out.” The assistant paled, his hands trembling as the men in black closed in. *Outside the Villa* A convoy of cars pulled up near the entrance to the McCollum estate. The general, sitting stiffly in the backseat of his car, glanced at his assistant. “I don’t think it’s wise to approach the villa uninvited,” the general said, his voice calm but firm. “Shall I write to Mrs. McCollum, then? Ask about her health and that of your great-grandchild?” the assistant offered. The general nodded, his lips curving into a rare smile. “Yes, do that. And… one more thing. Have you found her mother?” “Yes, sir,” the assistant replied. “She’s currently in the city.” “Invite her to the villa,” the general said, his expression unreadable. The assistant hesitated. “Are you sure, sir?
Simon immediately followed Alex’s instructions. As expected, Alex approved of the arrangements. The drive back to the villa was dead silent. Hazel held Alex’s hand tightly, watching him carefully for any unusual signs that might necessitate returning to the hospital. “When are the workers in the mansion coming back?” she asked, breaking the silence and earning a small smile from Alex. “They’re already back. I just want us to stay at the villa until you give birth,” Alex replied, his tone calm. Hazel sighed. “It’s lonely in the villa. At least in the mansion, the maids keep me company when you’re away.” Alex nodded thoughtfully. “I don’t trust them with you. They might accept money to hurt you. Let’s stay here until our child is born,” he said, lifting her hand to his lips and planting a gentle kiss. “And the scan?” Alex asked, watching Hazel closely. “You remember?” Hazel responded with a smile. “Of course. I dare not forget anything about you,” he said, making Hazel blush. “I
Hazel sat in the cold weather as Alex slept soundly, unaware of Simon being out on tasks. The gentle snow falling outside caught her attention so deeply that she didn’t notice someone enter the room. “Erhem,” a familiar voice said, causing Hazel to turn abruptly. Supporting her stomach, she stood up swiftly. “How dare you step your filthy feet in here?” she demanded, her voice full of rage, as Harden raised his hands in mock surrender. “Guards!” she called out, but Harden sighed in response. “Chill. I wouldn’t be here if the guards were active. I just came to visit,” he said, watching Hazel reach for her phone. She knew the sedative Alex was under wouldn’t allow him to wake up. “Haze, chill—” “Don’t call me that!” Hazel snapped, furiously dialing Simon’s number. “I came for a business deal,” Harden continued, undeterred. “I just wanted to check on him after hearing he was in an—” “Or you came to see if he survived the accident you planned!” Hazel cut him off furiously. “Get ou
Alex’s eyes opened slowly, his gaze unfocused but alive. Hazel sobbed with relief, pressing a kiss to his hand. “You’re here… you’re still with us,” she whispered. Alex’s voice was hoarse, barely audible. “Hazel… what happened?” “You were in an accident,” she said softly. “But you’re going to be okay.” His brow furrowed, memories flickering through his mind. “It wasn’t… an accident,” he rasped. Hazel nodded, her voice trembling. “We know. And we’ll find out who did this. Together.” Simon stepped forward, his expression grim. “Sir, we think it was Harden McCall.” Alex’s eyes darkened, his jaw tightening. “Harden… he won’t get away with this.” Hazel squeezed his hand, her resolve matching his. “No, he won’t. We’ll make sure of it.”the soft knock on the hospital door pulled Hazel’s attention away from Alex. A middle-aged man in a white coat stepped in, carrying a clipboard.“Mrs. McCollum, I’m Dr. Harris, I will be taking over from Doctor Gabriel, he has a family emergency,” he s
Tears streamed down the driver’s face as he shook his head. “I didn’t mean to… I swear I didn’t…”The driver’s sobs grew louder, and he buried his face in his hands. “I… I needed the money… but I didn’t think… It wasn’t supposed to…” He broke off, shaking his head in despair. Grant ignored him, stepping out of the room to make a call. “Officer Grant,” a voice answered on the other end. “I’ve got a lead,” Grant said. “Trace the account that sent this transfer. We’re dealing with something bigger than a random accident.”… “Understood,” the voice replied. Grant hung up, his mind racing. He had a gut feeling this wasn’t just a case of reckless driving—it was a targeted attack. And someone wanted Alex McCollum dead. Back at the hospital, Hazel stirred awake, her face still pale and tear-streaked. She glanced around and found Simon seated by the window, speaking quietly on the phone. Alex lay on the hospital bed beside her, his breathing steady but labored. “Simon,” Hazel called
The doctor let out a heavy sigh, his face shadowed with sympathy as he looked into Hazel’s striking blue eyes, which were now brimming with tears. She stood there, shaking, the weight of his silence suffocating her. “We tried our best, but…” His voice wavered, trailing off. “What?!” Hazel screamed, her body jolting forward in shock. Simon, her steadfast support, quickly caught her before she fell. His own face was a mask of anguish, his eyes glassy with unshed tears. “We did everything we could, ma’am,” the doctor said softly, lowering his gaze. “But I’m sorry. The blow to his head was… too severe. He didn’t make it.” “No! No, no, no!” Hazel cried, her voice piercing and raw. She wrestled free from Simon’s arms, shaking her head violently. “Don’t say that to me! Where’s my husband?” Her frantic eyes searched the room for any sign of Alex, her desperation palpable. Simon stood frozen, helplessly watching her crumble. “Ma’am, please,” the doctor interjected, his tone gentle but fi
Inside the McCall office, Harden anxiously drummed his fingers on the polished oak desk, his sharp eyes darting between the wall clock and his expensive wristwatch. The silence in the room was suffocating, broken only by the rhythmic ticking of the clock. He exhaled deeply, frustration evident in his posture. Suddenly, his phone buzzed, breaking the stillness.“You agreed that if I do this, I’ll get twenty percent of the shares in McCall Corporation?” the voice on the other end asked sharply. Harden let out a slow sigh, gripping the phone tighter.“It’s a signed deal, Mr. Lark. Just do this for me,” Harden said curtly, his voice laced with impatience.“Alright,” Lark replied, though there was a hint of reluctance in his tone. “But don’t associate me with this if it doesn’t turn out as you wanted.”Harden’s lips curled into a sly smile. “And if it doesn’t turn out as I wanted, you won’t be getting twenty percent. You’ll get ten percent at most,” he countered, his voice cold and calcula