Hours before the Asian Gala...Seoul, South Korea;At Diana's apartment, someone had just broken in. Diana just got back from her morning jogging, and she realized her door was slightly open.She carefully examined if it was a break-in or someone she knows. She got closer and sighed. She knew who was in her apartment.She entered the apartment and yelled."Mom, did you break into my apartment again? You need to stop doing that."Her mom came out of the kitchen holding a bottle of water. She was wearing a stripped blue and black dress coat and black boots.Her long straightened hair was neatly positioned behind her ear, revealing beautiful crystal earrings.She opened the bottle and drank it empty."Can't a mother come and visit her daughter? And besides I didn't break in, I let myself in" she voiced out after placing the bottle on the table."Mom, there is no difference, you let yourself in or break-in, it is still a crime to enter someone's house without asking or calling them" Diana
The Asian Gala went on after the incident, but Eric had to leave before the show ended. He was full of rage, he didn't say his goodbyes to his family or Diana.Phoebe went to the house, got rid of the roses, and went back to her room. She had no expression on.She threw herself on the bed and closed her eyes. " I need to sleep," she said to herself.Andrew left with Eric to the house. He didn't speak or say anything during the trip back.They arrived, and Eric hurried in without looking back at anyone.After the show, Grandfather Hong kept quiet, he didn't speak to anyone. Philip, Chang, and their father ride in a different car.Philip said his goodbyes to his fiancee before he left with his family.Chang had to stop mid-way since his apartment wasn't close to the mansion. Philip had his own house but usually stayed in the mansion.Diana wasn't pleased with what happened. She wanted to know what was between Eric and the woman she saw at the Gala. She also left after the Hong family.T
Eric's POVI am always seen as the villain, I knew I went far, I couldn't control my rage and the fact that my grandfather was there.I didn't want him to know how important Phoebe was to me. I know if I tried defending her or said anything good to her again, he would investigate her.I expected her to be angry at me but her silence makes it impossible for me to not feel guilty. The same with Andrew, he keeps talking to me like nothing happened.I heard a knock on the door. "Sir it's me, Andrew, I would like to know if you would be needing anything?" Andrew said."No I don't, you can go back to sleep, it's only five in the morning" I informed him."Yes Sir" he responded."Wait" I called him back. I wanted to ask him a few questions. "Come in Andrew, I need us to talk. Be honest with me, you are angry at me again, right? I asked him."No I am not angry at you sir, I have no right to do so" he answered."You never cared about that before, so why now?" I asked again."Sir, what do you wa
The Hong mansion.Grandfather Hong called Philip to his home office. "Gramps you called for me," Philip said to him.His back was facing Philip, so he turned and faced him. "Yes, it's good you're here", he said."I need you to find out who exactly that woman we saw at the meeting and the Gala is to your cousin", he added."What?" Philip was startled, he didn't understand why his grandfather would be interested in the woman unless he knew something he didn't, he thought to himself.Why? I thought she wasn't important. By the look of it, Eric didn't care about her," Philip pointed out."Don't tell me you also fell for that trick?" Gramps asked.Philip was more confused now, "what trick was he talking about, I was the one who plotted everything so??" he questioned himself."Gramps, what are you talking about? What tricks?" he asked.Grandfather Hong took his seat and sighed."Hmmm, so you did fall for it," he said to him."Did you think Eric would embarrass himself in front of everyone a
"She reminded me of you, you guys are quite similar in a sense. It was the reason I got closer to her. I was curious about how two different people could be so similar.I knew we didn't chat often, but I was watching you from afar. You were always smiling with everyone, having fun with friends, and always being active in everything.You were quite the wildling, which was similar to Evelyn." he said to me. It was a lot to take in.I started asking myself, Did he like me too? Or was he just saying something sweet to me because of his guilt? I didn't need that.It hurts so bad, I had so many questions to ask him. " if we were similar, why didn't you come and look for me? Why did you fall in love with her and not me? So many whys.My head was hurting until Evelyn showed up holding her phone with an angry face. I got nervous for a second.She got closer and showed me something on her phone. It was the article with my face on it, which was titled "The Slum Girl From Nowhere"." What is this
Phoebe went home after saying her goodbyes to Mrs. Coleman, Evelyn, and Kobby.She was so tired. She needed to rest because tomorrow she had to give a presentation on the project.Andrew came by and noticed her door open. He saw her sleeping soundly.Accra, Ghana.At Ella's house, Catrine came to see her, she looked worried and agitated. When she entered the house, she quickly showed something on her phone Ella." Have you seen this?""Yes, I have. I have been trying to get to her but have had no response from her.""Call her now""Why should I call her?? When you could also do so. Besides I just told you she doesn't pick up my calls." I spoilt my phone two days ago due to anger issues.""Then what are you holding?""My mom's, she would kill me if I make calls with her phone. So no calls for me for a month. I can only browse.Ella laughed. "What is funny about this?" she asked. "Your temper" Ella answered and laughed again."Please call her," Cat says gritting herteeth.Ella took he
She felt the need to continue rumbling and tell them a piece of her mind. “You think I was ok with you humiliating me in front of everyone? Do you think I like working with people who hate my guts and gossip about me when I am not around?"Your workers don't like me. They talk shit behind my back."You think I like it huh !!! Phoebe yells."You know nothing about me as I do you. I worked so hard to get to where I am now.I am not smart like you or my brother."But there is nothing I can do because, in the end, I have to provide for both my mama and brother."I am not like this, I don't just stand there and listen to people shading me."It's all because of him and so if you think I liked working on that project you are wrong."I can't pretend to be someone I am not anymore. This is me and if you all can't have me like this then I am truly not welcome here.After pouring her heart out she took her bag and left without looking back."Sir, should I follow her?" Andrew asked with a worrie
Eric's House"You finally woke up," Eric said to Phoebe who had woken up after drinking a full can of alcohol."Shit, what did I do this time?" she said to herself. "May I know why I am in your room?"She asked.Eric didn't feel like giving her an answer, he stood up and walked past her. He turned and said, "I will leave that to you to figure out"."Oh and before I forget, since you have been out for a long time, which is noon by the way. Make sure you leave my room spotless.Clean it up very well, I do not want to come and see this" he points at his messy bed and the surroundings."And you, especially you", he added.Phoebe didn't respond immediately but nodded in agreement. Eric turned to leave."Wait" Phoebe called out."What is it?" Eric said sounding irritated."I want to say something. I am sorry for getting drunk and messing up your room.Whatever happened after getting drunk, I didn't mean for it to happen" Phoebe explained to him.For some reason, Eric didn't like the respons
Eric’s POV Aunt Greta told a story about my grandfather and his father. She said we were quite similar in many ways. Just like my father, we were both stubborn children. Grandfather fell in love as a kid while traveling with his father. Unfortunately, the girl in question was an ordinary Thai girl. She was beautiful, he said. His father wasn’t interested in creating such a connection. In times of war, a love that was supposed to bring people together instead created a rift between a father and a son. His father led to his first love’s death, and on his dying bed, he asked for forgiveness, but my grandfather refused. Aunt Greta wanted my help to convince my grandfather to visit his father’s grave. So here I am, standing in front of his door, hoping he would open up, since I have been coming for a week now. “Grandfather, you don’t need to act like this. I just want us to talk. This is your last warning.” No response from him. This was my only option. “If you don’t c
Philip's POV Everything feels like a dream. I'm trying hard to be friends with Eric, but it’s difficult, especially since he got married. He’s a changed man. He’s always smiling now. I heard he loves visiting Phoebe’s home country. The point is, he’s happy, and I’m just here in my office, drinking alcohol. We found out who attacked Eric—guess who? Rachael Li. I expected that. She’s unstable and needs help, which is why I sent her to a psychiatric hospital, since I’m technically her husband. But things are clear now. No hard feelings. She claims she has changed, and who am I to judge? I’ve changed too, but not entirely. I still lack the courage to confess and apologize to Diana for being a jerk. Six months should be enough to get my act together. "Ping!" "Who the hell is disturbing my..." I pause when I see who’s calling. "Diana," I mutter. I clear my throat and answer, "Diana." "Can we meet?" "Yeah..." "Someone wants to see you. Can you make it right now? I’m in front of th
A Few Hours Ago… Phoebe’s POV It was high time I faced my fears and made things right. I decided to visit my father. Mama accompanied me, and the moment we entered the police station, I asked her for some alone time with him. She nodded in agreement. I approached the officer at the front desk and politely asked to see my father. He directed me to the waiting area, where I took a seat and waited for him to be called. Soon enough, he appeared. He seemed to be doing well, smiling as he took his seat. “Is there something you need? You haven’t visited for a while now,” he said. “Been busy,” I replied. “Yeah, I can see that. You’re getting married.” “Huh!” I exclaimed, surprised. He chuckled softly. “Don’t be surprised. Your marriage to Eric is everywhere.” “Hmm. I just want you to listen. Will you do that for me?” He nodded. “I’m sorry.” “Huh?” “Don’t be surprised. It was bound to happen anyway,” I giggled. He chuckled again. “I’m sorry for being a bad father, for
Phoebe’s POV As expected of the most famous family in Singapore. Mr. Hong makes our unprepared marriage London to the public. Everywhere is flooded with the news of the number one bachelor’s marriage, ERIC HONG. It’s not easy being his soon to be bride. The hate is as equal as the love. People think king i don’t deserve to be with him. He is too precious for me. Catrina snaps at me interrupting my thoughts. “Girl where is your head. You can’t be distracted when you have a big wedding at hand. More importantly you are the bride” she points out. “Exactly” “Huh!”she exclaims. “What are talking about?” Ella asks. I sigh. “I haven’t you guys seen the hate comments on the news. No everywhere. It’s hard to be the bride when you are the only one who seems to be happy” I explain. They stare blankly at me with a frown. “I didn’t think you care about what others think about you?” “Me too, guess people do change” “That is not it. I feel like it’s being rushed. We are not
Phoebe’s POV Mama has all the reasons to be upset with me. I did tell her I was not having sex with Eric, and now it turns out I am pregnant. She keeps dragging me along. I don’t know where we are heading. She probably doesn’t know either. “Mama, mama, mama!” “What?!” She finally pauses and lets go of my hand to face me. “What? Do you have anything to say now?” “No I don’t, but I need to know where we are going l, we have been walking and it’s getting dark. We are a few steps away from the hospital I think it’s best we..” “No, we are not going back to that place. I know what you are trying to do here and it won’t work on me this time around” “Mama, listen please” “No, I am not going to listen to your lies anymore. I have had enough of you trying to act smart with me. Yes may not be the best mother in the world but, I did want you to end up like me. I am trying here Phoebe. I wish..” her voice breaking. “Mama,” I call, softly. “No don’t say a word. I am not done yet. You tol
Eric’s POV “Congratulations, you are pregnant,” hearing the doctor announce such news, my eyes widen. I can’t believe it. She is really pregnant. I blink, trying to grasp what he just revealed. Forgetting that I am not the only one surprised. “What!!!” “Doctor, you must be mistaken. There is no way my daughter would be pregnant. She hasn’t been with a man before, please do your checks well.” “Huh!” I exclaim, and Grandfather Hong and Aunt Greta exchange glances. They are in shock. The doctor is the most shocked. He glances at Phoebe and then to me. “Mama, calm down. It’s probably a mistake, right, doctor?” She winces at the doctor. Unfortunately, the doctor seems to be an honest man. He still insists on the fact that she is pregnant. Honestly, I have been hoping for such news. The last time we made love, I didn’t use a condom. She passed out, so she hardly remembered what happened after. And that is good news. She would probably have my neck if she finds out I am the cause
Phoebe’s POV “Hello, little brother, do you miss me?” she smiles. Little brother? Mr. Hong is not the eldest? I can’t believe it. She is pretty and rich; it makes sense if she is related to the Hongs. I pause and stare at the two people who are arguing. Instead of being surprised, Eric is smiling like he knows what is going on. I wonder what is happening. I didn’t know Mr. Hong had an older sister. Eric isn’t the only one who seems unfazed. Her presence interrupts everything. Everyone is staring at us now. I thought it was supposed to be a birthday party. My stomach groans. I am still hungry, and yet I can’t even eat anymore. I draw too much attention to myself with the way I am eating. This isn’t like me at all. I don’t understand why I am like this. “What are you doing here?” Mr. Hong asks. “Is that how you welcome your older sister?” she answers. “I ask again: what are you doing here?” “And I say again: is that how you treat your older sister?” He glances at Eric. “Did
A four years ago… Nairobi… “It has come to light that Ben Hong and Randall Meyers are involved in the deaths of Frank Hong and his wife. “ new anchor read. “What the hell is going on. A brother killing a brother, that is not the family I left behind. What did you do little brother” a woman in her early seventies said while watching the news. She took the remote and threw it at the television damaging it. “Kale!” “Yes boss” a tall black man, well built resounded behind her. “Find out what is happening in Singapore. Contact me if you find anything. Two years ago.. Thailand.. Kale visits the woman in a five star hotel. She sat in her corridor and awaits his arrival. “Took you longer than I expected” “Sorry Miss Greta. Here is the information you want” “If it here” she grabs the envelop and scanned through the documents and pictures in it. “Wow, all this drama behind me. She spots Phoebe’s Picture. She oddly looks familiar, don’t you think so Kale” K
Eric’s POV I hated to ask favor from the man who wanted me and my family dead. Unfortunately he suddenness in killing my parents. It disgusted me to know he is related to me by blood. “I need your help” I said to him. “My help?” “Hey don’t ignore me. Can’t you see we were talking?” “We are done talking you can leave “ he said to his son. “But…” “No buts, you can leave” “Ok” he said and left but he actually leave. He is so cautious of me that something I feel he is a little intimidated by me. “Why do you need my help? I never thought you will come and see me after.. Not now Mr. Ben Hong. I am not here to listen to your story. It went do me any good. Besides the real murderer is under trial,” he cuts him off. Ben smiles. “You nothing like your father, do you know that. You more like your grandfather than any of us,” “That is something I disagree. Anyways he is the reason I came. Chang told me you know something or someone who can break Grandfather” “Hahah