“You and your sister should move to the guest room, please,” he whispered into her face. She scoffed and shook her head in disapproval. “Really? You wanna throw Isabel and I out of our room?” She asked with her eyes wide open. “This room belongs to Alex now. For god sake, don’t you get it?!” He yelled with his eyes burning red. “Daddy,” Isabel called from the bed with her white big eyes staring at him in surprise. “Um, daughter..Isabel,” he called nervously as he scratched the back of his head. “Barbara, haz como el,” Maria spoke a few words in Spanish with her eyes fixed on Barbara. “Fuck,” she cursed and walked past Adrian angrily. She picked up her luggage and carried Isabel in her arms. “I will be in the guestroom, waiting,” she said with all seriousness as she looked at Adrian who was looking crestfallen at the moment. He heaved a sigh as he watched them walk out of the room. He sat on the bed and rubbed his palm on his head tiredly. Right now, he is in a quagmire and he
“You shouldn’t give that woman any space in this house, Madam Alex. Look how she is bossing around the house like she owns it,” Sara said angrily as she chopped the onions gracefully. “Yes, madam. After all she did to the boss, she still has the guts to come back. I’m annoyed by the fact that Sir Adrian let her in,” Mary added. “She’s his legally married wife, as she had always proved,” Alex mimicked and they all laughed. “Alex, you have to be careful and take things easy with your husband,” Vivian advised. “Madam Alex, the hot water is set,” Bose said. “Okay, please help me prepare the table for breakfast,” she ordered and Bose nodded and walked out. She stepped out of the kitchen and proceeded to the dining room with the tray of food in her hands. Just then, she bumped into Barbara who was stepping out of the dining room, dressed in a red net night wear that exposes her black underwear pant and bra. “Oh, the industrious wife is here,” she said with a mocking smile on her face
She stepped out of the car tiredly and proceeded to the building. She had just returned from the hotel where she had gone to Visit Madison. Madison was leaving the country again and she was feeling so sad about it. As she walked into the foyer, she could hear resounding laughter from the living room accompanied by female voices which seemed familiar to her. From the foyer where she stood, she could see the ladies drinking and chatting excitedly in the living room with bottles of wines and whiskey on the table before them. She walked into the living room and she saw two other ladies whom she quickly recognized as Sharon and Susan, the ladies at the billionaire's club party. She could see the intimidating looks they gave her and she paid no attention to them as she walked over to the stairs. They all burst into laughter and she held her breath for a moment. She has had enough of Barbara and her nuisances, she thought as she proceeded to the room. She sat on the bed angrily and heav
He shoved her hand away as he saw Alex staring at them, wearing a long face. “Um..honey,” he muttered as he walked slowly towards her while she continued to stare at him in dumbfoundment. “What are you staring at? Hmm?” Barbara asked with her eyes on her. She rushed towards Adrian and placed her arms over him again. “Get the fuck off!” He barked and she scoffed and pulled away from him. “I’ll be in the room waiting,” Alex said as she gulped and turned to walk to the stairs. “Wait, we’re not done yet!” Barbara shouted after her. She ran over to her and stood in front of her undauntedly. “Barbara, what’s all this rubbish?!” Adrian thundered. “Love, why don’t you just tell her the truth?” She asked with a smirk. "What truth?” He asked with a deep voice. “The truth that what you feel for her is just pity and not love,” she spilled. She felt a stone in her heart as Barbara said those words and she shot Adrian a death stare. “Honey..do not mind anything she is saying,” he cut in
As she stepped into the white Mercedes, she looked out of the window and began to reminisce about her once happy moments at the mansion. Mateo was the reason she had stayed back with Adrian. He gave her hope when all hopes were lost. He was her strength in this marriage, her backbone and her fortified tower. But right now, she feels like she has lost him for good. She doesn’t have the strength to continue with this fight on her own, She thought. She sighed and turned to Sam who was sitting before the steering wheels. “Take me to the Cocoa village,” she muttered. * She was warmly welcomed by her family and friends as she stepped into the house. All her friends were present alongside her mom and dad. After having lunch and resting up for a while, they all gathered around her, inquiring of the recent happenings at the mansion. “Can you believe the trash that bitch had been posting about you?” Maiden asked angrily. “Barbara?” She asked curiously. “Yes, she is making the public hate
Looking through the window, she could see the fleets of cars moving into the yard. Her eyes bulged and she turned to look at her friends who were seated on the bed with her. Adrian’s here!” She announced and their brows raised. “Oh, he is here to get his princess,” Maiden teased and she frowned. “Smile, and stop the pretense,” Bisi added as she tickled her cheeks. She laughed and the girls laughed too. “Come on girls, let’s go and welcome our guests,” Asa urged as she stood up. Bisi carried baby Junior from the bed and they all walked out to the living room. She looked through the window again and her face beamed with a smile as she saw Adrian walking alongside Natasha and the bodyguards who were following behind them. She sighed and stood up from the bed. There is no way I’m not going home today, she said to herself as a chuckle emitted from her mouth. He looked around the beautiful and moderately furnished living room. He recalled the last time he was here and a wry smile appe
A knock came on the door and he opened his eyes slowly. He could feel Alex’s body curled in his arm and he heaved a sigh and rubbed his palm on his face. “Honey,” he called as he tapped her shoulder. She opened her eyes and yawned tiredly. The knock came again and she looked up at Adrian’s face which was looking into hers. She rolled away from him and he stood up from the bed and proceeded to the door. “Sir,” he heard Sara call as she stood in front of him. “What?” He asked grumpily as he looked at her anxious face. “Um..your..your wife, Barbara. She requires your presence downstairs,” she replied anxiously. “Is everything okay?” He asked with his brows raised. “You should see for yourself,” she replied and walked away. He walked back into the room and he could see Alex checking up on the baby who was in his cradle. “Is everything okay?” She asked as she turned to look at him. “Barbara requires my attention. Come with me, let’s see what she’s up to,” he urged. She sighed an
He was still on the floor weeping when he felt a hand touch his shoulder.“She’s gone. It’s time we continue our lives from where we stopped'' Barbara whispered into his ears from behind.*She dragged her luggage into the hotel room diligently and she heaved a sigh as she walked to the bed. She unbelt the carrier and made baby Junior lie on the king sized bed.“My prince charming,” she called as she gazed at his handsome face.He was fast asleep and her heart became saddened by the fact that he was born into a time of distress.“My prince, mom have taken you far away from home. I’m sorry I had to do this, my prince. But it was for your own peace and happiness” she said with a smile as she looked into his Innocent face.“I promise I will take care of you, and give you the peaceful home you were deprived of. Mommy is going to do all she can, to make sure you are safe,” she assured with a smile as she sniffed.She wiped her tears and stood up from the bed. Right now, she needed to make
They broke free from the hug as they heard Adrian clearing his throat behind them."You just can't be patient," Alex said with a chuckle and they all laughed."I didn't stay all that long without you just for you to return and keep me waiting to have you," he said as he pulled her forcefully to himself. She landed on his chest and they all laughed."Maria, I want to say thank you once again. As long as I would want you to stay, I still cannot force you against your decision to go in search of Elena's father. But I want you to know that, if you ever need anything, we are just only a call away. We are your family," he said with all sincerity.She smiled broadly and nodded."Thank you," she muttered."Now go back inside and party," Alex urged."While I take this beautiful woman of mine inside," he said as he carried her up in a bridal style."Inside of where? Stop!" Alex cried as she banged his chest."Shh, we will go through the back door so you don't get disturbed again," he said and s
The mansion began to bustle with people moving to and fro. The news of Alex Steel being alive was one of the most discussed topics on the internet.As they walked into the house, she could see her mother and father running over to give her a hug. They weren't present at the court, only her friends came from the village to witness the hearing."Oh, I can't believe my daughter is alive!!" Mrs Bimpe cried as she and her husband locked her tightly in a warm embrace."I'm so sorry mom, I'm so sorry for not reaching out to you," she cried."Your mother almost passed away. You could have reached out!" Her father cried loudly."It's enough, father, all that matters is that she is alive. Safe and a little bit healthy," Maiden said with a smile from where she stood before them."Yes, my daughter is alive," Mrs Bimpe cried again."I'm glad we didn't conduct a burial for you. Adrian wouldn't let us conduct a burial ceremony because he believed you will one day come back to him," her father contin
There was tension in court as the two women were dragged to the accused box where they both stood giving mean stares to each other. The courtroom was filled to the brim. Members of the press were also present to cover the event. The case happened to be one of the most discussed cases in the whole of the country as everyone was eagerly waiting to see the outcome of these vicious women who became internet sensations after their arrests concerning the murder of Alex Steel. In the audience were Natasha, Adrian and their friends who were all seated at the front row. The charges were read and the defense and prosecution lawyers swung into action as they defended their clients logically. "My lord, I've pleaded guilty. All I'm asking is for this bitch to be arrested alongside me. She committed the crime together with me and she shouldn't be exonerated!" Barbara fumed with her mean eyes tearing through Amelia. "Shut up, you bastard! You're only trying to drag me into the mess you created. H
The Land cruiser jeep could be seen slowing down as it moved along the untarred road which was covered with portholes. From the black Acura where they leaned, they could see the Land cruiser approaching and they both stood up right with their hands in their pockets as they stood gallantly waiting for the car to stop. The car stopped a few meters away from them. The door opened and Amelia stepped out of the car, dressed gallantly in black biker jacket and jeans. She took off her dark glasses as she walked towards the women who were waiting impatiently for her. "Oh, such a lovely wonderful morning. It's not even up to seven o'clock yet. Are we good?" She asked as opened her arms wide with a smirk appearing on her face. "What did you do?" Barbara asked as she gave her a mean look. "What did I do? I saw your pictures all over the internet last night. I should be asking you, what did you do?" She asked with a smirk as she brought out a stick of cigarette which she placed in between he
Police sirens could be heard as the vehicles sped into the mansion which was all lit up that night. He jumped out of the car as soon as it came to a halt and the heavily armed policemen could be seen running behind him as they all stormed into the building. His heavy breathing could be heard as he burst through the door which was left unlocked. "Search around the rooms down here, I will go upstairs with the rest of the men," he ordered as he proceeded to the stairs with some of the men marching behind him. His heart began to race as he stepped into the master bedroom and found the whole place empty. He let out a sigh of frustration and stormed out of the room angrily. He could see some of the policemen walking towards him from the other side of the passage. "All clear," the officers reported. "Fuck!" He cursed as he hurried down the stairs with the men. "Mr Steel, I'm afraid, they've escaped," the officer in charge revealed and his face pulled into a frown. "With my last breat
Looking outside the car window, she could see her walking to the car, dressed smartly in a navy blue kimono dress and black heels. The door opened and she stepped into the car with the door shutting behind her. The window glass rolled up and she took off her sunglasses and heaved a sigh. "What is the reason you called me here?" She asked as she watched her take off her glasses. "My sister is plotting to kill you," she spilled with her eyes looking forward. Silence fell in for a moment and her brows gathered deeply as she stared at the side of her face. "And why are you telling me this?" She asked thoughtfully. "Because I don't want it to get bloody any more. Enough of the killings. I didn't come all the way here from Mexico to spill blood. I need you to be careful," she warned in a low tone. She kept silent and heaved a sigh as she looked away from her face. "I know she will try to prove smart again. She loves proving to be the smart one," she said with a smirk as she let out a
With the heavy breeze blowing across his face, he walked along the sandy shore, barefooted with his eyes fixed on the water where he could see several boats and fishermen mending their nets. "Baby J, we are here," he said as he kissed the baby's cheek and dropped him on the sand. He chuckled as he watched Junior play excitedly on the sand while making squeaky sounds followed by giggles. He heaved a sigh and unbuttoned the first two buttons of his blue vintage short sleeve shirt as he sat on the sand, staring into the water. "Come over here, J," he called as he pulled the baby to himself and made him sit in between his legs. They both stayed that way, staring into the water as people walked past them. "I've always believed that one day, the water will bring your mommy back to me," he said with a chuckle. "I still have that hope. Alex will come back to me," he said as his eyes began to well up with tears. ** Settled in a boat far at a distance from the shore where he sat, she re
She hurried out of the passage and climbed onto the balcony where she stood, pacing around. She could have been caught by Amelia, thank God for the tea story, she thought as she gave a sigh. She reached for her phone and looked around carefully before dialing the number. "Alex, it's Nat. I found a drawer which is tightly locked and I can't find the key to it. I have a strong feeling that what we are looking for is right in there," she said in whispers. "Did you search all the nooks and crannies?" She asked from the phone. "Yes I did and she almost bumped into me in the act," she related anxiously. "Search her bags, her personal bag. The one she moves with often. It's got to be in there," she assured. "Um, okay," she muttered uneasily. "Nat, you need to be fast. Since she almost caught you in the act there is no way she won't have her suspicions. You need to act quickly to lay your hand on that envelope before she moves it out of its place," she said. "Um..I'm thinking of a way t
PRESENT "That is the story of how I survived. And right now, Maria and I are making plans on how to get back at those people. I need to make them suffer and pay dearly for all they did to me. That's the reason I reached out to Natasha. I believe she will be able to help us out," she related as she sniffed and wiped the tears that trickled down her cheek. "I'm glad you reached out to me too, I've been wearing myself out, mourning you day and night," Madison said with empathy. "I'm sorry I had to stay hidden for so long. It took me months to be healed from the traumas of that horrible night. It took me a lot to recover fully," she explained. "I get it perfectly, Alex. And I promise you will get justice. Right now, we need to do all we can to protect Junior," she said. "Junior will be fine. Barbara would never come near him," Maria assured. "But how did you do it, I mean, how did you both brainwash that little girl into believing Barbara was her mother and Adrian her father?" Madiso