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Liam “Sir, We’ve received a notification from the bank! Someone swiped the black card.” Jakes alarms me and I stand up immediately as my heartbeat increases. I’m already outside the door when I ask, “Where did the call come from?” Jake is following me quickly as he types on his phone which I’m guessing are the arrangements of my private jet. “In Seattle sir. The purchase was showing clothes for kids and a laptop.” I halt my steps as I turn to face him, “Clothes for kids?” “Uhm, Yes sir,” Jake confirms. Does Emily have children now? Did she remarry after disappearing from my life? Is that why she sent me divorce papers five years ago? It has been constant torture for me because I can’t seem to stop thinking about her. Three years ago I was elected as Chairman of the Lockhart group of companies and instead of my heart filling with joy, I just feel more empty without her. My nights have been the hardest as I struggle to sleep when all I can think of is Emily and if she feels the
Emily That visit made my head spin and my heart clench in ways I never thought was possible. I'm still shaken and I’m so glad my current patient doesn’t need any surgery just observation. I’m very relieved to see that she is responding very well to the operation. “You might feel a bit dizzy after a few minutes, don’t fight it.”I smile warmly at my oldest patient. She reminds me of Dad and being able to give her another chance at life again, warms my heart. My mind goes back to the last few minutes and my heart clenches painfully like someone is pricking me with needles. As I walk to my office, I can’t help but get angry at Liam’s audacity. What did he mean he had been looking for me when he knew where I was? Just when I was starting to heal, he came in and crashed my walls all over again! My heart squeezes painfully at the memory of all that he made me go through, the last conversation with Victoria. The news articles! It’s like someone wants to see me collapse from pain which can
Emily “Are you sure about this?” William asks and I look at him so shocked that he’d even ask me such a question. I sigh as I continue to pack the toys, “Of course I’m sure. A man’s life is on the line here William.” I remind him even though he doesn’t need it. He runs a frustrated hand in his hair and I frown not understanding why he’s so worked up about this whole situation. I know for a fact that I never told him about why I couldn’t return to New York. “I understand that. Can't Dr. Rodriguez request the patient to be flown here like your father's case?" he asks. I stop packing and look him in the eye, “No. My father needed the machines and those are glued to the ground incase you've forgotten. Why are you so worked up anyway?” “I saw that man when he came. I’m not blind Emily, I know he broke your heart.” He says and I freeze. How did he know Liam came or how did he know he is my ex? How much does he know? “I shouldn’t move to a city because of an Ex? Oh please.” I joke
Liam “What the Fuck do you mean I can’t see her?” I seethe angrily at Dr. Rodriguez who has been refusing me access to Emily for hours now. When I went back home to check on Dad, I was told he needs brain surgery and his Doctor said he would bring the best doctor there is to make sure he’s back on his feet again. It has been a week since the preparations began and I had to make sure he was stable before I could leave for a few hours to check on Emily and see if she had forgiven me. Even if she didn't, I just wanted to hear from her what I could do to make her forgive me. When I just touched down, I went to the mall and bought the best flowers the florist recommended and chocolate to surprise her. When I was asked what type of chocolate, I realized that I don’t know much about Emily and that is another regret added to the list. I spent so much time shaming her without knowing who she actually is. When I remember how she used to prepare my breakfast without garlic, my heart clench
Emily I stare at the screen silently as I watch the news where the Lockhart Mall is being tarnished as having been built on bloodshed. I should be happy that Liam is getting what he deserves, but I’m not. I know that despite my issues with him, his father was nothing but kind to me and doesn’t deserve this hate the media houses are throwing at him. It’s almost as if someone is pulling the strings. Nina claps her hands in front of my face and I turn to her with a smile. “They had it coming, Emily. Rich people think they can get away with anything.” She says but I shake my head in disagreement. I walk to the couch and sit, “Richngard would never hurt anyone in that way. I’ve met him and I may have spent only a few times with him, but he's not that kind of man Nina. He is ruthless in deals but that’s about it. So whoever is doing this, is just doing it to spite him.” She looks at me like I’ve grown two heads, “Richngard huh?” “Anyway. I’m sure they’ll figure it out.” I change the s
Liam “Hello Sir, where can I report a missing child for an announcement to be made?” A voice I would recognize anywhere asks. “Let me take you there, miss.” Someone responds behind me and I’m itching to look back. I’m here with John Milan to show him what the mall we will build in Seattle will look like to keep his legacy going as we promised. It’s been five years since we signed the deal but it seems someone has been whispering things in his ear and I'm more than happy to calm him down. It’s a good thing I’m a patient man and my father is really counting on me to pull this off. The last thing I want is to have court issues to reverse a deal I worked so hard on. Not that I'd lose, but I'd rather he doesn't see my powerful side. When John looks away from me, I quickly look behind me but I don’t see anyone there. Just normal people moving around. “Did you see her too?” I ask Jake in a whisper. “See who, sir?” He asks me confused and I brush him off. I must be missing her so m
Emily As I enter the sterile environment of the operating room, the familiar scent of antiseptic and the low hum of machinery creates a backdrop to the seriousness of the surgery at hand. Each time I enter the operating room, my mind thinks about the patient’s life and their family waiting back home. It always serves as fuel to help me do my very best. Yesterday I was lucky I found my son on time. As I was on my way up to the control room, Nina had given me a call about how they met Kayden with a strange man but he turned and left too quickly for her to either say thank you or look at his face in case we bump into him. Instead of eating from the restaurant, I ordered takeaway so they would eat from home. “The man looked exactly like me. Mummy! Can he be my Daddy?” Kayden asked and begged me all night long until I ran out of excuses to give him. Could it be true that it was actually Liam that he met? But what are the odds of that happening? Then again, the texts suddenly bother
Liam “This is very inappropriate and if you don’t step away from her, I will call security.” The bastard who I saw hugging my wife in the picture I received says. The moment my eyes landed on him, I knew I'd seen him somewhere. Just looking at him, I can tell he's the type that wants to take advantage of a misunderstanding but I’ve had my fair share of such assholes. I cock my head to the side as I smirk, “Says who and as her what?” “This is a hospital-” “So because it’s a hospital I can’t smile at my wife? You didn’t hear me call her Mrs. Lockhart, did you? Well, the man inside there is her father-in-law. So if anyone is overstepping, it's you and I would really like to demonstrate in case I’m not clear enough.” I seethe and he stares at me with angry eyes but seeing how he’s no match for me, he remains silent. With a heavy sigh, Emily finally speaks up. “I’m so tired Liam. Can we go to my office so I can run you through it?” She just called me Liam! There is progress. I sm
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Hayden “ Come on we are going to be late guys, Kayden will start his presentation very soon.” I tap my fingers on the table impatiently. When we turned eighteen earlier this year, Kayden was finally able to get his tech company launched which we are all supposed to be attending but Mum and Dad seem to be having time in reverse. “We are coming! Pick Maya up please” Mum says and I roll my eyes. Maya may be my little sister but she can be annoying as hell as right now, I want to be on my best behavior because beauty will be there today. “No Mum, Maya will misbehave and I want to impress Beauty,” I complain earning a chuckle from Dad who walks towards me and ruffles my hair making my frown and irritation disappear. As Kyaden and I grow older, the more we look exactly like Dad so I’m even able to tell how I’ll look years from now and I must say, it’s not such a bad thing. “She will gain you more points. Women find men who babysit attractive.” Mum says but I shake my head. “You’re goi
Three months later: Nina The church is decorated beautifully. There are white roses along the aisle, making it smell sweet. Candles have been lit, giving the church a warm glow. At the front, there is a pretty arch with white fabric and flowers. I peep through the window to ensure everything is perfect despite Emily who is my maid of honor telling me everything is perfect. It’s been three months since that incident that shook my life. I wasn’t panicking like I normally would but being on the verge of death twice made me realise something, that I don’t want to waste any second longer so the moment we reached home, I told Theo I wanted to get married. At first, he laughed and thought I was joking until he realized that I was serious. It took three months because he first wanted to make sure all the overseas offices were working perfectly before setting up his headquarters right here in New York. My girls had lost it when they realized that I was attacked twice but they knew that som
Theo “So you think this is over?” My uncle’s text reads making me grind my teeth in irritation. I’m about to respond but my sweet angel’s voice pulls me from the text. “Let me visit the restroom.” She says and I offer her a smile as I try not to show the displeasure that I’ve just received on such a happy day. “Okay, Princess,” I respond and she walks toward the restroom. Too many minutes pass as I start growing uncomfortable so I walk to the restroom. To check on what has gone wrong. When I get there it’s awfully quiet. “Nina?” I shout but I’m met with a silent response. “Nina!” I shout the second time but I don’t wait for her response when I walk into the ladies and find her purse and her phone on the floor. My heart beats loudly as the realization of what has just happened hits me. My uncle has taken my girl! My heart is pounding in my chest as I realize what has happened. I thought stripping him off his title and announcing his retirement would make him live in a corner but
Nina "A date mmmm, Maybe he'll propose!" Lily says excitedly but I shake my head. "We've joked a few times about it but I'm not sure he's ready. Any way guys, it's just an ordinary dinner nothing too crazy or extra!" I pause and look at the girls who are all looking at me with raised eyebrows. Because of our crazy schedules, we promised to always call each other on video so that we never miss a day in each other's lives. Kate is awfully quiet which makes me feel uneasy. "Kate is something wrong?" I ask making her shoot her eyes up with a shake of the head. "No, I'm sorry guys. There is this story that is giving me a headache. Nina, whether he proposes today or next year, Theo loves you and I don't think there is anyone else he'd rather do life with." A blush creeps my cheeks at Kate's words. I'm about to respond when I hear a car, "Okay girls, I've got to!" I shout as I quickly hang up and rush downstairs. As Theo's car pulls up to my house, I feel a flutter of excitement in my
One year later: Nina "This is great Nina, I'm so happy for you!" My manager says as we look at the list of how many pre-orders we have for the new book. It's like a dream come true. One which I didn't think was possible especially with how scared I was before I decided to give my dream a chance! I smile at her, "Thank you so much Miss Fanwell for believing in me and giving me this incredible chance." "No problem sweetheart, let's make today a success too!" She claps her hands together as we get the ball rolling. I take a seat at my table and start signing the pre-orders while we wait for 10 AM to open the doors. I run a smooth hand on my paperback and my heart swells with emotions. With a smile on my face, I take a picture and post it on I*******m for the first time in a year. After my Dad attacked me, I had been so paranoid and couldn't post my picture anywhere especially after I discovered how he found me. Social media can be a dangerous place to post most of your life. I'd leav
Emily I don’t know how much time has passed since I locked myself into my room but I can’t go out there yet. Not until I’m certain of the threat I just received. A soft knock at the door makes me panic as I think of a way out “I’ll be there just a minute.” I shout. As I’m about to stand, my phone vibrates and when I see Liam’s name flash on my screen my heart beats so fast. What if someone just found it and they want to give me bad news? With a shaking hand, I swipe right. “Hello?” My voice comes out shaken. “Baby? Are you okay?” comes Liam’s voice and my heart rests instantly replacing my fear with anger. “Why didn’t you pick up? I thought. I thought.” Tears start to fall on my face as all the possible scenarios return but I don’t know how to say it without him being angry at the fact that I kept the threats hidden from him for the past three months. “I had to take care of something. You won’t be receiving any threats anymore. I found the one behind it. Let’s talk about it whe
Liam After an hour-long drive, I finally reach a normal-looking house which I’m guessing is under another name and if anything happens here, no one will know, making a smile stretch across my face. This is about to get very interesting! I walk to the front door and open it carefully, the last thing I want is to be tied to a chair and put my kids in danger especially since I came here without backup. But I have a few friends nearby and they will be more than glad to help out. Pushing the door open, I step inside, scanning the dimly lit room. "Anderson, where are you?" I call out. The house is so empty, my voice echoes. I take a seat on the couch as I wait for the man of the hour to show up. "Liam, I'm glad you came," Anderson says, his voice calm but I can taste his fear at the tip of my tongue. I nod at him as he takes a seat on the other side. “You look better.” I begin and he chuckles but it’s a forced laugh. As I look at him clearly, I can tell he is having a hard time and h
Liam After leaving Theo’s office yesterday, I had to visit Dad and tell him what I was up to, and when he gave me the go-ahead, I knew I had to end this once and for all. I walk into the board room where the meeting is expected to be held. After digging some dirt for Smith shareholders, I was able to buy off their shares making me the largest shareholder with 51%. Victoria’s father wasn’t expecting to see me so when I stepped into the board room he looked at me in furry. “This is a shareholder’s meeting! “ He announces but I ignore him and sit on his opposite end. I want to see how his face will look while I strip him of everything he holds precious. “I’m well aware.”I smile. His assistant must have caught on because he leans in and whispers something to him which turns his face pale. I clear my throat as I stand and button up my jacket slowly. Everyone looks nervous because they didn’t expect me to be here and I know they’ve heard about me especially since some are the people I