The captain of the team looked at Alex before he raised his arms and asked his men to drop their weapons.“What makes you think we have the daughter of that ungrateful slut?” He asked Alex to look at him.“Why won’t you? she’s the daughter, and the only way to drag her out from her hideout so why won’t you have her” Alex responds for the captain to nod.“True, I guess we weren’t observant enough to go search for her so we lost the chance already. Tell your men to step down, the slut is ours” he said for Alex to drop his gun.“ I told your boss, I gave him two days to think about her worth, and just today my wife disappeared, I won’t sit back to believe your group has nothing on her, I need my wife back,” Alex said as he cracked his gun but this time he shot at the car glass of one of the el dorado.“ I didn’t come to joke, to get her, you will have to pass through me and I will search deep into your group till I find my wife,” he said for one of his men to come to whisper to him.“ th
Gloria watched the black Range rovers drive into the large space as they all packed accordingly. She saw how the other guards immediately arranged themselves waiting for their boss. Gloria was nervous, she didn’t know who this person was, or what is their motive but she was sure it was different from the El Dorados.She watched as one of the guards opened the door of the second Range Rover for all the guards to bow their heads as she saw a man step out of the car. His tall figure, bossy aura, and cold face stare directly at her.Gloria had never been this nervous as she felt the stare coming from the man standing feet away was forcing something down her throat that was making her nerves so tense.To make it worse, as he began to walk towards her, the bright light from the security lights in the environment made him look like the devil ready to devour the little prey at his front and this made Gloria move back, she took steps back until she saw him stop at her front as they were closer
Alex scoffed at himself before he opened the first drawer on his table and brought out Hazel's damaged phone, he opened the second drawer and brought out a cable and a small black purse containing a little instrument.He opened the phone and did some loosing here and there before connecting it to his laptop and he tried fetching out the information from the phone. Alex connected the phone to his laptop before he frowned at the only message on his wife's phone. He saw the image of the anonymous number sent to her and their conversation.Alex frowns as he looks at the image again.“ he’s alive?” He asked in a whisper before he wrote down the number and closed his laptop. Alex carried his phone and called an unknown number.“ I’ve sent a number to your email, trace it and send me the address immediately,” he said hanging up before he bowed his head. Now he understands the reason Hazel didn’t give him clues. He has already read the threats sent to her if he is aware. Then if her father i
The dining was so silent as everyone looked everywhere except Alex who stood at the entrance in his mafia coat which the butler removed and took to hang.Gerald cleared his throat as he looked at his son's expressionless face.“Alexander” he called smiling awkwardly.“We didn’t know you would be attending since you didn’t honor the invitation,” he said for Alex to go take a sit while the butler served his meal.“Do I need to honor a family dinner invitation, am I a stranger?” Alex asks as he looks at Kayla and her mother who look at the plate of meal with a sour face.“Where’s Hazel?” Gerald asks for Martha to finally raise his head to see Alex's expression.Alex kept his eyes on her as his aim coming here was to try to get to notice if they had anything to do with his wife's disappearance because after seeing the message from her broken phone, he knew it was only Martha that wanted her to leave his life but he can’t accuse her without evidence like he can’t accuse her of his mother d
It was a very dark environment, Alex found himself running as he was chasing a lady who was running away from him. The only light in the environment was around them. Alex didn’t know why he was chasing the lady but he wanted to get hold of her. While he kept chasing her, her white flying garment made her trip and she fell immediately Alex held her hand and she turned for him to gasp.“Hazel?” He called questionably.“Let go of me Alex” Hazel's crying voice said as she dragged her hands off Alex who grabbed hold of her again.“Where have you been? Hazel, baby, please…..“Alex let me go. Stop chasing me, I can’t watch my father die anymore Alex.” She said for Alex to see her teary blue eyes.“What are you saying, Hazel? Babe look at me” Alex held her hands tight as she kept on crying.“Please, I’m so sorry Alex, I have to choose my father. I can’t watch him lose his life when my decision can save him. If you come for me, they will kill him and I won’t forgive myself and I won’t…Hazel l
Hazel was more than shocked as her body was beginning to release venom from the anger she was feeling after seeing Katherine at her hotel room door.Katherine was also choked and filled with curiosity and questions.“What are you doing here?” She asked for Hazel to keep looking at her.“Are you stalking me? After exposing my father to that witch you still stalk me to know if we are surviving. Stalker” Hazel said banging the door in Katherine's face.“Wait, what is she doing here? Why is my boss asking me to send her meals? Is she not supposed to be with Alexander McCollum? what’s going on?” A lot of questions were all over Katherine's head so she buried her shame and knocked hard on Hazel's door.“ leave us alone witch, what do you want? You took Steven, you exposed my father, and because of you I ran away from my marriage and now you are here. What do you….“ my boss asked me to send this meal to this room number,” she said to Hazel who was looking at her furiously.“ fuck out” Hazel
Alex watched his wife in another man's arms, the hug was too intimate for him to ignore, he closed his eyes in anger as he walked away to his wardrobe.Alex dressed up quickly as he wore his coat leaving his room with his phone.Downstairs where Simon was waiting, Gloria stood as she wanted to speak with Alex but his expression was too cold to even stand close.“Information about my wife?” Alex asked for Simon to sigh. He didn’t want to say anything about what they found but it looked like something was wrong because Sam's phone was ringing and all of a sudden it switched off.“ boss, Sam sighted her at Pennsylvania but….“ we are leaving, prepare the chopper,” Alex said and walked away for Simon to immediately follow him from behind while he called the pilot. Gloria sighed as she walked to the lounge.“ check my phone, the source of that picture, ask for the information,” Alex said for Simon to collect his phone while they waited for the chopper.Simon frowns at the picture he saw on
Hazel was shocked and same time surprised to see Sam tied down on a chair with his face swollen from getting beat up.“S..Sam” she called covering her mouth.“Can you loose the ropes around him please,” she said for Harden to nod at his guards and they loosed the ropes around Sam immediately.“Madam” Sam called as he fell on his kneel.“Please get me his coat,” Hazel said worriedly as Harden wondered if she knew him.“Don’t touch him” Harden stops Hazel holding her hands as she collects Sam's coat to go cover him up. Hazel looked at Harden before she released her hands from him and rushed towards Sam and covered him up.“What are you doing here? why did you end up here?” She asks for Sam to sigh.“Boss is not himself” he whispered for Hazel to close her eyes.“I can’t go back, please they will let you go and tell him I’ve found someone else whom I love and he should move on,” she said for Sam to look at Harden and then at Hazel before he shook his head.“I’m sorry I can’t do that,” he
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