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As the party came to an end, Camilla was in no rush to go home. Bradford had asked her to stay longer. He had even prepared one of the guest rooms for her to sleep in.Camilla agreed to stay over. After all, she was home alone. "Grandpa," she said, "you're still up? Come sit down, and have a cup of tea with me before we go to rest."She poured Frank Hemmingway a cup of tea and said, "Bradford, come have a cup with us." Bradford smiled and indulged both of them.They sat talking and laughing. "I'm so happy the two of you are together," Frank said.He took both their hands in his and said, "this will be a good year. Bradford, you must treasure this woman always, and you will have a gem for life."Bradford smiled and said, "I plan to grandfather, I plan to."Grandpa stood up and said, "These old bones are getting tired, I shall retire now." Grandpa walked up the stairs, leaving the young couple to their own initiatives.Soon after Grandpa exited, Bradford scurried over to Camilla and sat
Last Updated : 2025-04-11Love Prevails Car Crash
After arriving at her, Aunt Joyce, and Uncle Toby's place, the children were super excited to see their mother. "Mummy," Meghan called, running up to her and hugging her, "Mummy, I missed you so much," she expressed how much was by the widening of her arms."I missed you too munchkin, more than the river, mountain, and the ocean," Camilla said, embracing her daughter.Bradford looked at her with her daughter. There was a deep sense of love that he had for this woman. "Oh, how wonderful would it be if one day she would, too, bear one child for me?" he pondered, looking at them. Just thinking of this made his heart race and the warmth grow within his loins.Camilla greeted and hugged everyone.Looking at her, her uncles both asked, in unison, "Camilla, don't you have something to say?"Camilla smiled and looked at Bradford. "Uncle Toby, Uncle Chris, I really have a deep desire to want to please your niece. I am crazy about her," he said, putting an arm around her waist.Looking at this
Last Updated : 2025-04-11Love Prevails Near Fatal
The accident on New Year's Day was near fatal for Camilla. She had lost a lot of blood, with extensive internal damages, and she was in a coma. Everyone wanted to wait around, but Bradford assured everyone that the minute he heard anything, he would inform them immediately. They all said goodbye, and, once again, Bradford was left alone.He walked into the room where Camilla lay, lifeless, hooked to various machines. He held her soft, delicate hand and stroked her hair."Babe, you must wake up. Please wake up. I need you. The kids need you. We've only just found each other. I don't want to lose you now. I have so many plans for us," he said softly and tenderly. Tears welled in his eyes. His heart craved to hold her and take her out of the coma.Hours ticked by, and nurses and doctors entered her room to check her vitals. "If only it had been me instead," he thought.Taking a break from her bedside for a few minutes, Bradford went to the men's restroom. On his way back to Camilla, he
Last Updated : 2025-04-11Love Prevails The Recovery Period
Over the next few days, Bradford had all the resources working on the culprits for the car accident. It was Wednesday afternoon. Bradford, who by now was utterly exhausted, had refused to leave the hospital room unless one of Camilla's family had arrived. Just then, there was a movement, some mumbling. Bradford stopped dead in his tracks. He heard it, a feint moan. It was Camilla, she was finally coming around. He quickly called the doctor, who examined her. The doctor confirmed that she would be okay. The recovery process would be long, but she would be okay.There was a sigh of relief on his face. He went back to the beside and looked gently at her as she started coming around. Seeing his face, she smiled slowly, her eyes lit up. "You..."."Shush, no talking, save your strength for now, my love." he urged her.She nodded slowly. She remembered they had been in an accident. "Did you?" she started."No," he responded, knowing exactly what she was asking, "My injuries weren't that se
Last Updated : 2025-04-12Love Prevails Big Adjustments
While Camilla was still in the hospital, Bradford had organized for their things to be packed up and moved from her place to his. The children's beds, all their toys and clothing, as well as some things of Camilla's. Bradford had also organized for someone to take over the house and pay rental each month. Eliminating any additional stress on Camilla once she got home.Mid-week being a Wednesday, Bradford arranged for Uncle Chris to drop the children off at his place, explaining that the kids and Camilla would be moving in with him. That way, there was more oversight and especially now, while Camilla still had a long recuperation period ahead of her.Later in the afternoon, Bradford received a call from the detective on the case informing him that Jessica had been picked up for questioning. He was informed that should they require further information, they would need him to come down. To which he politely replied that it would not be an issue. He had just wanted this over with.On Frid
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It had been three months since the car accident. Camilla and the children had settled into their new way of life quite nicely. Camilla had resumed office life, and the children were back at school. Jessica, on the other hand, was facing fifteen years in jail for attempted homicide. This didn't sit well with her. She was to serve out her sentence in a woman's prison. This would be Styal Prison, based in Wilmslow, Cheshire. This prison is a closed woman's prison for hardened criminals. Jessica was having a really hard time adjusting to this lifestyle.The weather in England was warmer as the season was now spring. Bradford had arranged a quiet dinner at a restaurant in Macclesfield called La Popote. Bradford had booked in advance and organized everything. Camilla, though living with Bradford, was still a simple girl. She didn't need or even want fancy things. Entering Camilla's room, Bradford suggested to Camilla, "Babe, why don't you wear this red dress tonight?""Bradford Hemmingway
Last Updated : 2025-04-12Love Prevails The Custody Battle Begins
A few weeks after Bradford and Camilla had gotten engaged, they received a visit from the Social Welfare."I'm looking for Mrs. Middleton." The medium-heightened woman said. Her voice was unemotional and not very friendly either. Probably due to the nature of the business she was in. Camilla introduced herself as Ms. Middleton."Mrs. Middleton," she said, "we have received an application from a Mister S Middleton. Are you aware of this person?""Yes, mam, he is my ex-husband. What does he want?" she asked, sighing.Bradford came to sit next to her, holding her hand as surety, for her, that he was there for her and he would help her through this."He filed for full custody of the children. Claiming that you're living with a man and that is not conducive to their well-being," she explained."Mam, with all due respect, first let me tell you that I live here with the children. Mister Hemmingway is superb with my children. Mister Hemingway's grandfather lives here, so the children, though
Last Updated : 2025-04-13Love Prevails The Marriage Licence
When Camilla awoke the next morning and entered the dining room for breakfast, she saw that everyone was already up and sitting waiting for "Who me?" he innocently asked, trying to keep a straight face."That's it, you are all in trouble," she informed.They all laughed, the nanny, Nancy, brought the food to the table, and Marshall said, "Mummy, you have a gift here." He handed the bag to her.Camilla opened the bag, and inside it was a simple white dress.Bradford placed a figure on his lips, signalling that everyone did not say anything more. "Come eat and run upstairs to get ready," he suggested.As everyone finished, Frank followed the kids up the stairs to get ready. Bradford remained downstairs with Camilla."Camilla, Grandfather had an excellent idea last night. He suggested that we go to the courthouse and get our marriage licence. That way, we are officially married, and when everything dies down, we can have a proper wedding ceremony and reception," he explained.Camilla th
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Love Prevails Hospital Stay
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Love Prevails Funeral Drama
After finally settling on moving to Alderley Edge, Camilla and Bradford discussed attending the funeral for Jessica. Camilla had suggested that Bradford go alone, but Bradford wasn't having anything of it. "No, my love, where I go, you go. You are my wife. I'm proud of you being next to me," he uttered, putting an arm around her waist.In the past, when Camilla was married to Steven, he would definitely not have encouraged this. He would have left her behind and gone alone, but this was Bradford Hemmingway, the CEO and heir to the Hemmingway fortune. Plus, he was a different type of person altogether. He loved his wife.Meanwhile, the wedding for Michelle and James was coming quickly, and there were many preparations to be made.That Monday Camilla decided to go to the office late. Michelle had asked her to accompany her to the bridal shop for a dress. "Okay, honey, I will see you later in the office," Bradford said as he left, kissing his wife goodbye. When Michelle arrived, they wen
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Love Prevails Moving In
The next day, Camilla and Bradford were in the office having coffee. Bradford said, "Babe, the family are coming around 10 they want to discuss something with us." Camilla looked at her husband and asked, "Did they say what for? And who is coming?" Bradford smiled, "it's Uncle Chris, James, and probably Michelle and I will gather Tamara as well. I suspect it has to do with Tamara and studying further, but I'm not sure what else," he said.Thinking about it, Camilla responded, "I think I do. The house Tamara owns is in Poynton." With that Judith knocked on the door, Mrs Hemmingway, Mr Buyson is on the phone," she announced. Camilla stood up and went to take the call. While Camilla was speaking to the client, Chris and Tamara walked into the offices. "Dad, I'm going to Camilla quick," she said. Chris nodded and greeted Judith. "Morning, Sir," Judith greeted him. "Morning, can you let Mister..." Just then, the office door opened, and Bradford stepped out. "Uncle Chris, it's good
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While love antics are found at Hemmingway International and at Jones & Co., things between Tamara and Frederick are warming up. Bradford and Frank had spoken to Tamara's parents and Frederick's parents, respectively, regarding the idea that they had for the two of them. However, they both felt that for them to prosper within Hemingway International, they would need to both take courses at the University of Bolton. Fortunately, Frederick lived in Bolton, so it was not a problem for him. Frederick was twenty nine and single. He'd had a few women in his life, but none were serious. Not until Tamara came along. Something about her captivated him. He was drawn to her wild nature and zest for life. Frederick was average height for a male. He had sandy blonde hair with green eyes. Tamara was shorter than Frederick, not that this stopped her. On the other hand, Tamara lived in Knutsford, so for her, it would be at least a forty-minute drive each day to and from Bolton. Tamara had decided t
