The night wasn’t as the Women of the McCollum expected it, they both walked into the van waiting for them as they waited for Gerald who was still with the governor. “Mom, I’m not staying at that house if that bitch is going to stay… “Calm down Kay, she will see what she’s looking for. I told you not to do anything while she was pregnant. Now she wants revenge and she wants to do it herself. We will welcome her honey and give her what she asks for.” Martha said for Kayla to sigh. They both sat quietly as they looked outside the van, they saw Alex and Hazel standing until the chauffeur brought their car but as they were about to get in, they stopped. Kayla saw Harden walking towards them smiling as he gave Alex his hand for a shake but still got ignored. At the governor's garage, Hazel held onto Alex's hand as they both looked at Harden who kept talking. Simon already collected the car keys from the chauffeur and sat on the driver's side waiting for his boss. “I’m sorry about Eg
It was a bright morning, Hazel looked around as she found herself in a park, she wondered what she was doing there, she kept looking around when she heard a little boy's voice called “mom”. She turned and a five-year-old boy ran towards her. “Mom” the voice called again for Hazel to giggle. “Junior,” she said smiling at Alex look alike but with blue eyes like his mom. “Where’s dad mom?” He asked for Hazel to turn. “Alex” she called but Alex was nowhere. “Alex” she called again and when she turned to her son, he was nowhere, it was like a five-minute play that just happened. “Junior!” She screamed out only to find herself breathing heavily on Alex's shoulder. “It’s ok, I’m here” she heard Alex whisper. “Junior, he…. He… “Oh, it’s just a dream,” he said hugging her tight. “It’s ok,” he said rubbing her back before she lay back. Hazel calmed down after waking up in fear, she saw Alex was already set for work but it looked like he wouldn’t be going anywhere. “Are y
Alex couldn’t say anything after his butler told him where his wife might have left. He scoffed not understanding her attitude earlier the day if it was for him to leave so she could leave or because truly she wanted to be alone. He walked back to his room and dialed Hazel's number. At the mansion, as Hazel followed the butler upstairs, she met Kayla who was walking down the stairs. “Who do we have here?” Kayla asked smiling at Hazel who smiled back knowing it was not from the heart. “Your announced guest. I hope you take care of my stay,” she said for Kayla to chuckle. “Hmm.. I hope you enjoy your stay” she said and walked past Hazel who smiled as she walked into her room. Immediately she stepped into the beautiful room, her phone began to ring. “Where are you?” She heard Alex ask quietly. “I came back from work and my wife was nowhere, where are you, Haze?” He asked for Hazel to sigh. “Family mansion,” she said for Alex to hang up. “Hello, Alex” she sighed sittin
The atmosphere in the mansion was awkwardly silence, Kayla kept looking upstairs after Alex passed by with Hazel, she was curious to follow but scared Alex might disgrace her. Alex closed the door after he walked into the room with Hazel. “ Alex, I have to see someone to… “You broke your promise,” Alex said for Hazel to sigh. “I’m sorry Alex, I didn’t mean to baby, I “You promised me” he quietly said for Hazel to hug him. “I’m sorry,” she said for Alex to sigh rubbing her back. “I’m upset Hazel,” he said for Hazel to hug him tight. “I wanted to be here, I have an agenda, Alex,” she said for Alex to release the hug. “What’s the agenda, Hazel, this people are to.. “Alex” she called sighing. “Please Alex, I’m sorry” She looked at him for Alex to sigh. The anger he wanted to pour on her subsided the moment he saw her. He kept looking at her blue eyes that was captivating him. “You promised me,” he said for Hazel to bow her head. “I needed to do this for Junior.
Hazel was dumbfounded by the text she saw on her phone, immediately she took her trousers, and a plain shirt and took her phone rushing out of the room. “Good morning madam” Grace greeted but Hazel didn’t respond as she rushed out making the maids and butler wonder what was going on. “Samuel!” She called out running towards the garage while calling Simon “Take me out of here Immediately.” She said to Sam. “Good… “I don’t have time Simon, I forwarded you a message, please track the number and send me the location.” She said as Sam drove out of the mansion while Stefan wondered what was wrong. Grace rushed toward Stefan looking at him, what’s wrong? Should I inform the boss, he came and left early this morning.” She said for Stefan to shake his head. “ no, let’s wait and hear what happened. Go back to your quarters or go to her room and do the necessary till I call you” Stefan said. “Ma’am, where are we driving to?” Sam asked after they were out of the McCollum estate.
After much anticipation, Sam turned the car around and drove back to the hospital, He knew he was no match for his boss Alpha D1 Team, he suspected Simon had reported to his boss and he came for Steven himself. At the Hospital, Hazel sat down when the doctor walked towards her. “Ma’am” he called for Hazel to sit up. “How’s she?” She worriedly asks for the doctor to sigh. “She still had some faint pulse when you brought her in so she was lucky, she took an overdose of morphine, and she was trying to commit suicide… “I know that. Did she make it? Will she wake up soon?” She asks for the doctor to nod. “Yes, it will take a while because she fell into a coma but definitely she will wake up. Please I need you to sign all the necessary forms” he said for Hazel to nod. She followed him and did all the necessary things and also paid for the hospital bills. “Can I see her?” She asked for the doctor to nod and called a nurse to take Hazel to the wardroom. Immediately Hazel came ou
Alex released Hazel immediately as he gave her a new shirt to wear while he wore her his coat and rushed out of the bedroom. The guards already are waiting at the office door, immediately the door opens, and they surround their boss. “ take my wife to safety immediately,” Alex said for Hazel to hold onto his hands. “ no. I don’t want to l… “ Honey, if you stay safe keep me safe. Look at me. It’s not serious ok” he said before he gave her a quick peck on her lips and the guards took her away. The company staff were running heater scatter as they tried to carry any necessary documents before the fire got there. “Sir it’s at the storage the fire is burning, the fire service is already putting it out.” Simon rushed towards his boss who was walking to the storage area. “Find the cause,” Alex said for Simon to give him his iPad. “We did already and I’ve sent some men to go after him,” he said for Alex to watch as the fire service personnel put out the fire before it burned t
The room was cold and smelly, the man tied down on a chair with a chain tried to lose himself but couldn’t. The sound of chains rumbling was heard in the silent room. “Please” he whispered but got no response until he began to hear footsteps approaching him from the hallway. He sat silent until he heard the sound of a key opening and footsteps walked into the room. He didn’t move because he didn’t know what was going on. He knew he was here because of what he did. A cold water was poured on him making him groan and shiver. His blindfold was removed and he adjusted his eyes to the lit room, after he regained his sight, he froze seeing who stood tall and mighty at his front. Alex sighs because he hates having to handle things like this, he walks around the man who swallows hard in fear. “What’s your name?” Alex asks the man to bow his head. “I’m sorry boss” he whispered for Alex to sigh. “I asked what is your name?” Alex asks again for the man to swallow hard. “Ontario,
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