ROSS'S POV:“Good morning Mr Anderson.” My assistant, Mady, greeted me with a polite smile as soon as the security opened the back door to my new car.I gave a head nod in response, keeping a straight face as we stepped into the office building. As we walked by, she ran down the list of meetings I had today and I was hearing but not listening after hearing about the important meeting with the board members the rest was a blur. The staff by the elevator and the ones we came across greeted and gawked but I spared them no glance.Over the years, my company was all that mattered, we had created dozens of restaurants around the world, hotels, invested in various amusement parks and one which my team and I had spent time, and money on and it was opening very soon in about three to four months. The basic subject of today's meeting was all about the progress and setting an exact date.We finally arrived at the board room and I exhaled deeply when I saw my mother discussing with one of the boa
ROSS'S POV:“No, we have to talk. Because you married that whore your Grandfather asked you to marry but you can't even date Nina and get married so that YOU can have a happy life and give me grandkids!” She questioned raising her voice and I laughed clenching my jaw.“First of all, Don't you ever refer to my TERRA as a whore ever again. Also I won't even be dating Nina ever again after the hurt she put me through back then. She and I can be distant friends but that's it!”I didn't want to go deeper on my feelings for Nina, it wasn't the place nor the time plus staring at me now, she wouldn't even care.“So she hurt you in the past, it's been years since that happened, get over it! “ She snapped and I looked at her bewildered. “I have gotten over it, but it seems like you two haven't and I think it's pathetic, don't you?” I shot back calmly leaning back on my seat but my mother was furious.. I was honestly getting really tired of having this conversation every year.Sometimes, I thou
TERRA'S POV:“I'm not usually this mean, but that girl was not the prettiest and had such a bad attitude. She made me feel like those bullies from high school.” I laughed checking the reports and emails I had, leaning forward in my seat as I was in my office at my Fashion company and I scrolled through the email knowing well it was just elite women who wanted me to design something specially for them in order to have bragging rights. I did something special for them once in a while and they paid handsomely, one wouldn't believe it was for just a dress.However, I wasn't just making ‘a dress’, I was making magic and transforming thousands of women's looks.As my laughter died down, listening to Evelyn on one of her rants, I noticed she got silent, so I stopped what I was doing and asked, “What? Why did you get so quiet?”“Oh nothing, but how's the handsome James Lauder?” She asked and her tone was suggestive, making me cackle.“He's fine.” I answered simply knowing that wasn't what sh
TERRA'S POV:LATER THAT DAY:“Mummy, are you still at work or at home?” Eleanour asked over the phone. I was a few miles away from my mansion and it was almost 9pm now and I had decided to drive myself back home just because I felt like driving.“I'm driving back, honey. Are you okay, sweetie? How's your brother?” I asked, trying to make sure everything was going on smoothly with them.“He and Uncle James are having a ‘man to man talk’ while Ivy is in the bathtub and I'm just here by myself.” I loved how articulated her words were, she spoke slowly and well, both my children were complimented for that often.But on another hand, I kept wondering what was going on with Eric.“Did something happen at school today with Eric?” I questioned then smiled small as I finally arrived in front of my mansion and the gates were automatic though it required a code but the security allowed me in.“Ummmm….Good night, Mummy. I love you.” She responded hastily, making me figure out that something reall
TERRA'S POV:I walked into the boardroom with Fiona trying to keep up the pace behind me. I had been informed that it was an emergency meeting needing my attention urgently. Fiona had no idea why but members from the company in the other state and shareholders also sent an email to me which had me a bit bothered. Everything at the toy company had been so perfect so far, I loved to keep it that way.“Good morning.” I greeted announcing my presence and everyone who seemed to only include men, halted in their discussion and turned towards me.They all stared at me with different facial expressions, however admiration and maybe lust held the majority. Rather than getting uncomfortable, I maintained a blank, professional demeanor, they couldn't even touch a strand of my hair even if they tried.“Let's get right into it.” I took a seat at my CEO position taking off my blazer and turned towards them.As I looked around, I saw Major Shareholders, COO, other executive officers from the company
TERRA'S POV:“You don't even ask about my wellbeing or the other kids or how the slumber party went or anything else. At least easing into the topic but you just go straight into it. Or is that the only reason you agreed to come see me?” I scoffed and rolled my eyes at his questioning and before I could respond, the waitress arrived.“Good afternoon! What can I get for the lovely couple today?” I scrunched up my face and was about to correct her as she seemed new here but James wouldn't allow me to speak as he spoke up.He listed out our orders knowing mine like the back of his hand. He was just so attentive and had a perfect memory.As she left, I exhaled, taking off my glasses and spoke up, “I did ask about your wellbeing, but whatever you're right. How are you doing today, Mr Lauder? How was the kid's slumber party? I apologize if my kids were a burden.” He looked at me like he was amused leaning back in his chair.“It doesn't matter now because I had to suggest it before you aske
ROSS'S POV:I tapped my pen on the table repeatedly, staring from my computer to the man in front of me whose words had me yawning. I was totally interested in what he was saying, it was just one of those days. The only thing keeping me sane was having something to look forward to everyday at least in a week but so far nothing, except the park coming together in months time.“We thought of working with the Williams Toy Company as soon as the amusement park was ready. However, their image is in shambles and rumor has it that their sales are in the garbage. I doubt it will be suitable to work with them, but the meeting with their CEO will be held in a few weeks as they had pleaded for more time, so I will review their proposal and inform you about that, sir.” The Marketing Director explained and I just hummed glancing through the file presented in order to publicize the launch.I had no idea who owned the company nor did I ever care, so I couldn't comprehend why he was trying to ensure
ROSS POV:“Oh, right here sir.” She smiled, fixing up her black vest and leading me in. I placed one hand in the pocket of my black trousers and the other hand was holding onto the bag of engagement gift.“If it isn't The Sexiest Most Handsome Billionaire Alive!” Chandler announced my presence as I got to the VIP section where they were all seated.I smiled and shook hands with Chandler and gave him a brotherly hug. Jeremy was just staring at me with squinted eyes.“My little man.” He stood up and I chuckled at the name and we shared a hug and our small hand shake.“We missed you man.” He commented as we broke apart and I exhaled, refusing the urge to admit that I missed them too.“Of course you two did.” They sucked their teeth playfully then took a seat and it was then I noticed the other guest present.I gave Tony Lauder who was there with his wife, Bianca, a head nod and he smiled politely. I had met them at a few work functions over the years and I didn't see them more than as bu
3RD POV:Soon after they moved into their dream house, with the beautiful gardens, lawns, the most aesthetically pleasing backyard with a huge pool, and huge and wide rooms for all they needed. It was beautiful and to celebrate their marriage, they organized the housewarming/ wedding celebrations and it was a night to remember. Ross had been grinning ever since and his assistant, Mady had quit since he was happy and he had a new young hardworking assistant, Kelly.“You look ravishing.” Evelyn complimented hugging her, grateful her second child, a ten months old baby girl was now sleeping and she could have time to enjoy herself. She often accused Jackson of impregnating her again so she doesn't flourish in her career as a studio owner and it caused arguments but they ended up making love and shutting out negativity and pointless accusations.“You do too. I'm so happy to see you guys.” She hugged the guys, and Whitney. James and Whitney were engaged after James agreed to stay in Saland
TERRA'S POV:“In the abduction and murder Asian Griffin. The court finds you GUILTY!”“In the murder of Amber Griffin, the court finds the defendant ... .guilty.” There were murmurings among the people. It was crazy how she murdered the two sisters…all for what?“In the theft at the supermarket owner, the court found the defendant guilty. “ I shook my head and watched the jury who looked at her with displeasure.“In the harassment charge of two men, the court finds the defendant…not guilty.” “In the attempted murder of Mrs Anderson, the court finds the defendant guilty…” There were more crimes such as gun possession, trespassing on property and she was found guilty for all the crimes.Someone next to me muttered, “I know for sure, she's going to be sentenced to death, as that's what the law of Salandi prescribes as she is definitely a nuisance and multiple murders and attempted murders, Come on. I would know since I am a paralegal.” She bragged and I glanced at her for a second and s
TERRA'S POV:THREE MONTHS LATER:“How busy are you? ‘Cause I was thinking we can go out for lunch so I can make it up to you.” Ross suggested, and I rolled my eyes playfully at him. He knew I was mad at him for him being mad at me for worrying too much and stressing out about the kids as it was their first day at a new school.It had just been hard since the welcome party and literally settling in Salandi was hard for me in a way that it was hard for the kids.“I'm actually extremely busy right now, and I will be heading to Nina's trial as today is the sentencing. Later tonight?” I suggested and he heaved out a sigh, obviously displeased at the fact that I was headed to Nina's trial but I needed to be there. I just had the need. Everyone had been totally stunned hearing that Mrs Morris had killed herself and it was all over the news. Everyone in the golf clubs, and the elites titled the Morris as a pure disgrace, shame and waste.And I truly did not care, as long as my kids and I got
3RD POV:“Nina Morris, daughter of Late Business Tycoon Mr Marcus Morris, has been apprehended for multiple charges, kidnapping of the twins of Billionaire Ross Anderson and Catherine Williams, Murder…..” The reporter listed out..Mrs Morris was seated in front of her television, watching the news with tears running down her cheek, seeing her daughter being labeled as a criminal. Hot tears ran down through her cheeks and her chest rose up and fell repeatedly. “Everyone will view my daughter as a criminal. How could I have given birth to such a useless being? So freaking useless!” She hit the television stand in anger and shook her head.“I have already lost. I have nothing again, no way to clear my name out of Nina's stupidity. I failed as a mother, as an elite woman in society, as everything. I am just as useless and I can't live with it….I just can't.” She cried out and continued mumbling the last sentence as she walked into the room.She grabbed a rope in her closet, mumbling the
3RD POV:A DAY LATER:Terra held onto Eleanour who was sleeping on her lap while holding onto her father's hand as he was sitting next to her on the couch fighting the sleep forming in his eyes. He hadn't closed his eyes ever since the kids were kidnapped.It had been a rough twenty four hours for everybody and for Ross's little family, it had been a rough 72 hours. They had been able to give the old woman and her grandson the sum of a million for their help in finding Nina and the family was given the media space to be able to show their appreciation to Ross and Terra, letting them know it will go a long way in pulling them out of the hand to mouth lifestyle they had been living especially since the grandmother was single handedly raising the boy.“Mummy.” Eric called out from his bed with droopy eyes, and she waved at him with a smile trying her best not to wake Eleanour who was finding it hard to close her eyes.Eric was not shot neither was Ross but Terra still requested he stayed
3RD POV:AN HOUR LATER:Asian was drained and tired but she took great compassion on the twins especially Eleanour, seeing her as a young version of Amber who was sad and always needed her. Which is why she was more than happy when she saw that Nina had left a glass cup on a high table where farmers usually kept stuff for their animals and it was next to them.Her plan was simple, hit it repeatedly till the glass shatters to the floor, afterwards she would move in her seat and with her back facing away, she would hand Eric the glass to unloose the ropes on his hands carefully, afterwards he would unloose both hers and Eleanours. Then they run out to the nearest farm or police station and get help. And safe!This is a solid plan after all …I can do it, what could possibly go wrong? Asian thought to herself, and like an annoying best friend, her mind pictured all the different possibilities of what could happen.“I'm going to try and get us out of here.” She mumbled and the kid's mouth
TERRA'S POV:“No…It's not your fault. I came out for work and for you and I met the love of my life and became a member of a very problematic family, but I guess all families have their own issues. But coming here, it was just the regular day to day activities and then trips during the holiday but coming here made me realize there's a lot more to life. And I just think…everything happens for a reason and I have experienced all I need to here.” The fact that he didn't hold me accountable or become harsh to me made me feel bad for yelling at Ross and his mother…for another person's action.“I have been thinking about moving away as well. Morgan and Sarah have been calling me everyday since they heard of this. And I totally feel the same way you felt about here and Aurenia except I didn't find the love of my life here.” We both chuckled weakly and he responded, “Yeah okay.”As they both discussed more about moving back, unbeknownst to them Ross and Evelyn, who was bringing breakfast, ove
TERRA'S POV:A DAY LATER:It had been more than 35 hours since I had last seen my kids and since the kidnapping. A flier with Nina's face had been posted everywhere and according to my friends and Fiona, the entire police force was working on it.But it was just Nina….what was so hard about finding and capturing her?I had just been numb, and I could neither eat nor sleep. Last night, when I couldn't sleep, I snuck out in my own mansion in order to prevent Evelyn, who was literally everywhere, from waking up. I drove in one of my old sports cars, which allowed the cool night breeze to run through my body and blow away the tears which kept flowing and I drove to weird looking areas, banishing the thought that I might be robbed, and showed them images of Nina if they had come across her but they had nothing.A particularly shabby looking man asked for some money before providing answers, feigning that he recognised her and as soon as I handed him money, he tucked it into his pocket and
3RD POV:They both went ahead to take a seat on the couch in the hospital room.Without giving a response, Ross brought out his phone from his breast pocket. And dialed Nina's contact and placed it on a loudspeaker, the call rang for a moment and at the fourth ring, there was finally an answer making Chandler's eyes go wide in excitement.“Nina, Where are you? Tell me where are you now and what do you want?” Ross asked with desperation and the other line remained silent.“WHERE THE HELL ARE YOU?” He shouted in anger, making Chandler jump a bit.“Hello? Who is this? I just found this in the dumpster ... .What did this woman do though I don't have a television so I need some drama?” Ross clung to his hand with so much force, Chandler thought he would crush it so he quickly collected it from Ross.“Okay…okay…A dumpster where? And what's your address?” Chandler asked smartly as he believed it would lead them to Nina or maybe it was the same area.On the other hand, Terra was at the police