Daniel I halted mid-step, my body tensing as I lifted my gaze to the window of my room. The curtain moved slightly as if someone had been standing there just a while ago. I narrowed my eyes. “Sonia?” I muttered under my breath, still gazing at the window. Is she watching me? I waited, scanning the window for another glimpse but nothing. The curtain was still. "Maybe I am overthinking things," I murmured to myself but still, I couldn't take any chances. I turned to Dragon, my most trusted man and spoke in a low and serious tone. “I want more men watching over Sonia. I want to know about every movement she makes.” Dragon gave a soft nod. “Understood, boss.” “And double the guards at our hideout.” I gestured toward the bush path behind me. “Make sure she never goes near that place. No matter what.” Dragon’s expression remained unreadable, but his voice was firm. “I’ll handle it.” Good. I just brought in a fresh shipment of illegal goods and the profits are going to
Alex I clenched my jaw, my grip tightening around my phone as I pressed it against my ear. "Still nothing?" I asked, my voice laced with frustration. "No, boss. There is no sign of her," the voice on the other end replied. I slammed the phone onto my desk, breathing heavily. Three days. It has been three fucking days since I last heard from Sonia. The last time I went to her house, she told me she had stepped out. But I knew she was lying because I heard her phone ringing inside when I called but I didn’t push further, thinking she needed space. But now, after three days of not hearing from her, I felt I was going out of my mind. Where the hell is she? Is she safe? The sound of the door opening snapped me out of my thoughts. I raised my gaze and I saw my assistant, step in, his expression tense. "Sir," he greeted with a bow. I barely acknowledged him as my mind was still clouded with the thoughts of Sonia. "Have you seen the news?" he asked hesitantly. I shot h
Alex"Someone's coming," Kelvin whispered urgently. "Don't call me again. Just text me if you want to speak with me." I nodded, though he couldn't see me. "Got it. Keep an eye on Jay. I'll text you later." The call ended. I leaned back in my chair, staring at the ceiling, my mind spinning. Jay is inside Daniel’s hideout. That bastard is keeping Sonia’s son as leverage, forcing her into a marriage she never wanted. My jaw clenched. I have to get Jay out before Daniel does something to him. I stood up from my chair and walked over to the window. The city lights stretched far and wide, casting a warm glow over the city but all I could think about was the little boy trapped in that monster’s den. "Hmm..." A sharp sigh left my lips as I moved to my desk and poured myself a drink. The liquid burned down my throat but it did nothing to ease the storm raging inside me. This is my chance, my opportunity to prove to Sonia that I love her... That I cared for her and Jay more t
Alex"We needed to leave now!" I yelled out, holding Jay's hand. Jay’s small hand trembled in mine and I could feel his fear. I glanced around the dimly lit room, searching for another way out. The only exit is the door but going through it meant running straight into Daniel’s men. Just then, my eyes landed on the window. I smirked. "Perfect." Wasting no time, I rushed to it and smashed the glass with my elbow. The shards scattered but I ignored the sting on my skin. I climbed through first, landing on the ground below. "Pass him to me," I whispered to Kelvin. Kelvin lifted Jay and carefully handed him over before jumping down himself. The detective followed right after. We barely had time to catch our breath before we heard voices. "There they are!" I turned just in time to see two guards pointing at us. They raised their guns but the detective was faster. He pulled out his pistol and fired. Both men dropped instantly. "Move!" I ordered. We sprinted toward the back
AlexI carried Jay to my room and gently placed him on the bed. His small body was still weak but at least he is safe now. I pulled out my phone from my pocket and dialed the number of one of the boutique managers. “I need a full set of clothes for a boy around five to six years old,” I said. “Make sure they’re comfortable. Deliver them to my mansion within twenty minutes.” “Yes, sir,” the manager responded quickly. I ended the call and turned back to Jay. As I reached to pull off his tattered clothes, his eyes fluttered open. He looked around in confusion before his gaze settled on me. “Where am I?” he asked, his voice small but steady. “You’re at my house,” I said gently. His shoulders relaxed and he let out a small sigh of relief. “What about my mom?” “She’s fine,” I reassured him. Jay nodded, then glanced at his dirty clothes. “I can take care of myself,” he said with a small smile. I couldn’t help but smile back. Despite everything he has been through, he is s
DanielAfter Ms. Suhaila finished her speech, I moved around the room, greeting guests with a polite smile but my mind was focused on one thing... winning Ms Suhaila's trust. This is the perfect opportunity for me and I am not going to waste it. I turned to Sonia whose face was as strong as a rock. “Smile, be polite and don’t mess this up,” I whispered, gripping her waist lightly as we approached Ms. Suhaila. Ms. Suhaila was in the middle of a conversation with one of her business partners when she turned her gaze toward us. Her expression brightened and she welcomed us with a warm hug. “Ms. Suhaila, meet my fiancée, Sonia,” I said smoothly. Sonia extended her hand with a graceful smile. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Ms Suhaila.” “The pleasure is mine,” Ms. Suhaila responded kindly. She led us to a table and we took our seats."Happy birthday," I greeted her and wished her a happy birthday and Sonia did the same with a charming smile. “Thank you," She replied with a smi
DanielSonia’s voice began to get on my nerves as she kept shouting at me to slow down. I clenched my jaw, gripping the steering wheel tightly. “Shut up and let me think, Sonia!” I snapped, my patience running dangerously thin. She fell silent immediately, her fingers tightening around her seatbelt. I didn’t have time to deal with her panic, I needed to get home now. As I sped through the streets and reached the mansion’s gate, I pressed the horn repeatedly, expecting the guards to open up but there was no one to open the gate for me.Where the hell are they? I horned again, irritation and unease bubbling inside me but still, there is no one. Just as I was about to step out and check, the gate creaked open slowly. One of the guards, one of the few ones who was supposed to be securing Jay’s hiding place, stepped out, his expression unreadable. Something is wrong. I could feel it. I drove in, slamming the brakes before even reaching the garage. The guard rushed forward and pu
Daniel I paced back and forth as I waited for Dragon to bring those fools, my hands clenched into fists. Sweat trickled down my temples but I barely noticed. My mind was racing, searching for a solution. I need to act fast. Sonia must not find out that Jay is gone.Minutes later, Dragon returned, dragging four unconscious guards with the help of some of the others. Their bodies were limp, their faces blank with deep sleep. My blood boiled. "Useless fools!" I pulled out my gun and pointed it at them. “Wake them up,” I ordered. Dragon quickly grabbed a bucket of cold water and dumped it on their faces. They jolted awake, coughing and shivering. They blinked in confusion. “W... W... What happened?” one of them stammered, glancing around, momentarily disoriented. I grabbed the one that spoke by the collar and yanked him up. “That’s what I should be asking you fools! How did those bastards get into my mansion while you were at the gate?” The guard’s eyes darted around, searchi
Sonia The soft creak of the door jolted me out of my sleep. My eyes felt heavy as I forced them open, adjusting to the dim hospital room. For a moment, I panicked but then I felt the warmth beside me and turned to see Jay, sleeping peacefully. A small smile tugged at my lips. I have been singing to him, hoping it would comfort him but I didn't realize when sleep took over. “Good evening, Ms. Sonia.” The gentle voice made me turn and I saw a nurse walk in, the same one who was with the doctor earlier. She had a kind smile on her face as she approached me. “How are you feeling Ms Sonia?” she asked. I rubbed my temple lightly and smiled. “I feel better but I still have a slight headache.” She nodded. “That’s normal for now. I’m here to give you an injection and some medicine but you will need to take them after eating.” I watched as she prepared the syringe and I sighed softly. “Alright.” The sharp sting of the injection made me wince but I remained still. After she ga
Sonia "Mommy!" Jay’s voice rang through the room as he ran toward me. I blinked in shock as I couldn't believe, "Jay!" I gasped, my heart nearly bursting with emotion as he opened the door and ran towards me. I pulled him into my arms, holding him so tight as if I was afraid he would disappear again. Tears blurred my vision as I felt the warmth of my little boy against me. He is real, He is here. I pulled back slightly, my hands shaking as I checked his body. "Are you okay? Did they hurt you? Tell me, Jay, are you alright?" Jay nodded with a small smile. "I’m okay, Mommy." But my heart ached in pain as I looked at him, fresh tears welled in my eyes. He was so thin. His once chubby cheeks had sunken in and there were bruises on his arms. My heart clenched painfully. How could Daniel do this to a child? Did he have no conscience? A sob escaped my lips as I cupped Jay’s face, gently rubbing my thumb across his bruised skin. "I’m so sorry," I choked out. "I should have
SoniaMy body trembled as I held Ethan’s cold hand, my fingers tightening around his as if I could keep him from slipping away. Tears streamed down my face but I couldn’t stop them. "Drive faster, please!" I urged, my voice breaking. The driver glanced at me through the rearview mirror and gave a quick nod. “Yes, ma’am.” The car sped down the road, the city lights blurring past us. My heart pounded with every second that passed. Ethan is barely holding on, his breathing weak. The sight of the blood that soaked the seat made my stomach churn with fear. As soon as we drove into the hospital building, the driver quickly parked the car and Ethan’s men wasted no time. They opened the doors and ran inside. Moments later, they returned with four nurses pushing a stretcher. The car door swung open and they carefully lifted Ethan out, placing him onto the stretcher. I jumped out right after, grabbing his hand as they wheeled him inside. His fingers were ice-cold. “Ethan, stay wit
Sonia I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw Ethan. Like, Ethan is here to save me? It felt like a dream. My heart pounded as relief flooded through me. I have lost all hope of escaping Daniel but Ethan is able to find me. How did he even find this place? Well, that is a question for another day. But then, my relief turned into fear when I saw his right arm wrapped in a bloody soaked cloth. He was hurt. I wanted to ask what happened but there was no time. I have to get away from Daniel first before he does something worse. One of Ethan’s men grabbed my arm, pulling me away. I was ready to run, to leave this nightmare behind but then, I heard a sharp groan of pain. I spun around and my whole body shivered in fear when I saw Ethan as Daniel stabbed him. I froze, my breath hitching as blood poured from his side, soaking his shirt. “No!” I screamed, trying to break free. I fought against the guard who was holding me but he tightened his grip. “It’s dangerous! We have to go!”
DanielPanic swept through the room as the sound of gunfire echoed. My heart raced as I reached for my gun, my eyes scanning the chaos. One of my men ran outside to check and quickly returned, his face white with fear. “What’s going on?” I asked, my voice calm as I tried to keep my frustration in check. “We’re under attack,” he said, almost breathless. Damn it! I knew it. This has to be Ethan's doing. I pulled my gun out, my mind racing. Marcus told me the security is tight so how did they get through? How did they get through my tight securities? I couldn’t waste time thinking about that now. I have to move fast. Gunshots rang out again, and panic spread like wildfire. People screamed, running in different directions, desperate to escape. The sound of bullets echoed through the air. I turned to Sonia, who was frantically searching for an escape before she could make a move. I grabbed her wrist. She struggled, trying to break free, but I held her tight. I grabbed he
Chapter 116 EthanThe man smirked. “Did you really think you could walk in here and go scot-free?” I clenched my jaw, forcing myself to stay calm. The rage inside me burned like wildfire but I can't afford to lose control. “I regret not killing you when I had the chance,” I said through gritted teeth. The man chuckled. “That’s why a man should never be too trusting.” His eyes darkened. “Now, hand over the boy or I’ll shoot.” My fingers secretly twitched over the gun in my back pocket. I could take him down in an instant but Jay is too close. If I made one wrong move, he could get hurt. I started to lower Jay to the ground. “No, Daddy!” Jay whimpered, clinging to me tightly. His small hands trembled as he gripped my shirt. His wide, terrified eyes pleaded with me. I cupped his face gently. “Jay, do you trust me?” Tears welled in his eyes but he nodded slightly. “Yes.” “Then do as I say.” Reluctantly, Jay loosened his grip. The man grinned. “That’s more like it.”
EthanI stormed Daniel’s mansion with my men, my body burning with rage. The moment his guards spotted us, they opened fire. "Fools," I muttered, my eyes contorted with rage. I didn’t hesitate as I pulled out my gun, aimed and fired, taking down the bastards who dared to stand in my way. They were nothing but obstacles... mere distractions. My goal is clear and that is to get hold of Daniel. I wanted to be the one to kill him, to put a bullet in his skull and watch as the light fades from his eyes but no, I have something more important to do and that has to do with finding Jay first. I clenched my jaw, my grip on my gun tightening. I turned to Dave, my most trusted man. “Take two of your men and get Sonia.” My voice was cold, unwavering. Dave gave me a curt nod. “And if you see Daniel,” I added, my voice dripping with venom, “kill him.” "Yes, boss." Dave didn’t need to be told twice. He understood. Daniel didn’t deserve to breathe, not after what he did to Sonia... Not
Daniel The sharp beeping of my alarm clock jolted me out of sleep. I groaned, blindly reaching out to silence it with a slap. The noise stopped but the lingering annoyance didn’t fade. Blinking, I forced my eyes open and glanced at the time, 6 AM. A slow smirk curled on my lips. "Today is the day."Without wasting time, I swung my legs off the bed and headed straight to the bathroom. The cold water jolted me fully awake and a rush of excitement coursed through me. I still can't believe that In just a few hours, Sonia would be mine and mine alone.As I stepped out of the bathroom, steam rolling off my skin, I spotted Marcus walking in. He carried an expensive suit in his hands, already dressed in his expensive attire. "Good morning, boss," he greeted me with a respectful bow before placing the suit on my bed. I nodded in acknowledgment, moving toward the mirror as I started getting dressed. "How are Jay and Alex?" I asked, fastening the buttons on my shirt. "Jay’s been
Daniel As we approached my mansion, the security checkpoint unexpectedly signaled my car to stop. My jaw tightened. They had never stopped me before. Everyone here knew who I was, so why now? Didn’t they recognize my car? A police officer knocked on the window. I let out a frustrated sigh, rubbing my temple before lowering the window. “Good evening, sir,” the officer greeted respectfully. I frowned, giving him a brief nod. This man is new... I have never seen him around before. “What is the meaning of this?” I asked, my voice cold. “Why are you stopping me?” “My apologies, sir,” he said, keeping his tone formal. “I’m just doing my job.” My blood boiled at his words but I forced myself to stay calm. I smiled coldly. “Alright. How can I help you?” “We just need to check your car’s particulars… and the trunk,” he replied. My heart pounded. The trunk.They can't check the trunk. If they did, they would find Alex's unconscious body that was stuffed inside. A