Elena’s POV I quickly dialed Daniel's number, my mind racing with thoughts of the FBI's accusation. He answered on the first ring."Daniel, it's Elena. I need your help," I said, trying to keep my voice steady."What's wrong?" he asked, his tone immediately concerned."The FBI just called. They're investigating my company for some alleged illegal activity. I don't know what's going on or who could be behind this."Daniel's response was immediate. "I'm on my way. Don't say anything to anyone until I get there. We'll face this together."I nodded, even though he couldn't see me. "Okay, I'll wait for you."I hung up the phone and tried to focus on the work in front of me, but my mind was a jumble of worries. Who could be trying to sabotage me? And what did they think I had done?Before long, Daniel burst through the door, his face set in a determined expression. "Let's get to the bottom of this," he said, his eyes scanning the room.I stood up, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. Wi
Elena’s POV "John, I need you to do something for me," I said, my voice firm and resolute.John nodded, his expression curious. "What do you need me to do?""I want you to dig up dirt on Alex's sisters. I want to know everything about them - where they live, what they do, who they associate with. I want to know their weaknesses."John's eyes widened slightly, but he nodded. "Okay, I'll get started."I leaned forward, my eyes locked on his. "I want to take Alex down, John. I want to hurt him like he hurt me. And I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make that happen."John's expression turned serious. "I understand. But are you sure you're ready for this? Once we start down this path, there's no turning back."I nodded, my jaw set. "I'm positive. I'll do whatever it takes to destroy Alex and everything he holds dear."John nodded, a small smile playing on his lips. "Alright, let's get started. We'll take him down, together."I felt a surge of excitement and determination. I was done
Elena’s POVI was still chatting with Daniel, discussing the details of my factory project, when my phone rang. I excused myself, apologizing to Daniel, and answered the call."Hey, Elena. It's John," he said, his voice low and serious.I walked away from Daniel, finding a quiet spot to talk. "Hey, John. What's up? Did you find out anything about Alex's sisters?"There was a pause on the other end of the line. "I did. But it's not what I expected. Can we meet in person to discuss?"My curiosity was piqued. "Of course. Where and when?""How about the coffee shop on 5th Street at 2 pm?"I nodded, even though he couldn't see me. "I'll be there."As I hung up the phone, I couldn't help but wonder what John had discovered. And why did he want to meet in person? I felt a shiver run down my spine, a sense of foreboding that I couldn't shake off.I returned to Daniel, trying to act normal, but my mind was already racing ahead to the meeting with John. What secrets had he uncovered? And how w
Elena’s POVI walked into the office, my mind still reeling from the conversation with John. I couldn't believe what I had agreed to do. Tampering with Alex's sister's exam results? It was a low blow, even for me.But I pushed the doubts aside and focused on the task at hand. I had to get back to work and make sure everything was running smoothly.As I sat down at my desk, my phone buzzed with a text from John. "I've made some inquiries. Rachel's daughter is being kept at a secure location. Alex has been using her as leverage to keep Rachel in line."My heart sank. Poor Rachel. I had no idea she was going through so much.I typed out a response. "Thanks for the info. Keep digging. I want to know everything."I put my phone down and tried to focus on work, but my mind kept wandering back to the plan. Was I going to go through with it? Was I going to ruin an innocent girl's life just to get back at Alex?I shook my head, trying to clear my doubts. I had to stay focused. I had to see th
Elena’s POVI felt a sense of satisfaction wash over me as I reflected on everything I had achieved so far. I had taken down Alex's sabotage attempts and protected my business. But amidst all the chaos, I knew I had been unfair to someone who mattered most - Daniel.My best friend, my confidant, my rock. He had been with me through thick and thin, and I knew I owed him an apology. Not just for my recent behavior, but for everything.So, I planned a little surprise for him. A vacation, just the two of us, to get away from it all and reconnect. He deserved it, and so did I.I booked a cozy bed and breakfast in a quaint town a few hours away and surprised Daniel with the news. His face lit up with excitement, and for a moment, I saw the old Daniel, the one who wasn't worried about me or my antics."Thank you, Elena," he said, his voice filled with emotion. "I needed this. We needed this."I smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. Maybe, just maybe, this was the start of something
Elena’s POVHe blindfolded me and we went outside to know what surprise that he was talking about. I stood there, frozen in shock, as Daniel revealed the surprise. A brand new SUV, sleek and shiny, with a bow tied around it. And next to it, a briefcase filled with stacks of cash, totaling $10 billion. But it was the caption that caught my attention: "Will you be my girlfriend, partner, and soulmate?"My heart skipped a beat as I processed the question. Daniel, my best friend, my confidant, my rock, wanted to take our relationship to the next level.I felt tears streaming down my face as I turned to Daniel, speechless. He smiled, his eyes shining with love and adoration."Elena, from the moment I met you, I knew you were special," he said, his voice filled with emotion. "You light up my world in ways I never thought possible. I want to spend the rest of my life making you happy, supporting you, and loving you."I was overwhelmed with gratitude and love for this incredible man. I knew
Elena’s POV"What? How did he escape?" I asked, trying to process the news."We're not sure yet. We're still investigating. But we need you to be careful. He may try to come after you."I felt a surge of fear, and Daniel's eyes widened in concern as he saw the look on my face."Okay, thank you for telling me," I said, trying to stay calm."We'll send someone over to keep an eye on you. Just stay safe, okay?"I nodded, even though they couldn't see me. "Okay. Thank you."I hung up the phone and turned to Daniel. "Alex escaped from prison," I said, my voice shaking.Daniel's expression changed from romantic to protective in an instant. "What? That's impossible. How did he escape?"I shook my head. "I don't know. The police are still investigating. But they said he may try to come after me."Daniel's eyes narrowed. "Don't worry, Elena. I won't let him hurt you. We'll make sure you're safe."I felt a surge of gratitude towards Daniel. I knew I could count on him to protect me.But as we s
Elena’s POVAs we returned to New York, Daniel's expression turned serious. "Elena, I want you to move in with me," he said, his voice firm but gentle. "I can't guarantee your safety if you're alone."I hesitated for a moment, but the thought of being under Alex's constant threat was unbearable. I nodded, and Daniel's face relaxed into a smile.His penthouse apartment was a fortress, with state-of-the-art security and a team of bodyguards. I felt safe for the first time in weeks.Daniel's eyes gleamed with determination as he picked up his phone. "It's time we take down Alex once and for all," he said, dialing a number.His manager, a no-nonsense man named Martins, answered on the first ring. "Daniel, what can I do for you?""I need you to investigate the death of Elena's parents," Daniel said, his voice firm. "I want to know if Alex was involved."Martin’s voice was crisp and efficient. "Consider it done, Daniel. I'll have a team on it within the hour."Daniel's eyes met mine, and I
Elena’s POV The atmosphere in the dimly lit room was thick with tension. Daniel and I had dressed up and arrived at the reserved apartment, anticipating a confrontation. As we walked into the room where Phila had arranged everything, Daniel’s face froze in shock. There, sitting calmly, was Alex.Daniel blinked, disbelief in his eyes. "Alex? What are you doing here?"Alex slowly turned, a smirk playing on his lips. "You told me to come, remember? You texted me."Daniel’s confusion deepened. "No, I didn’t! I never texted you."I couldn’t help but enjoy the unraveling drama. With a sly smile, I crossed my legs and leaned back. "Wow, Daniel, I’m impressed. You’re truly something. But let me clear the air—I did the texting. I needed you both here. After all, birds of the same feather…"Daniel, pale and anxious, stood up and grabbed my arm. "Elena, please, I can explain—"Before he could finish, my hand flew across his face, delivering a stinging slap. "Explain? Explain what, Daniel? The f
Elena’s POV I walked into the house, feeling a sense of exhaustion wash over me. I had been running on adrenaline for weeks, and it was finally catching up with me. I decided to take a nap, hoping to clear my head and recharge.As I lay in bed, I couldn't shake off the feeling of doubt that had been lingering in my mind. What was Daniel hiding? And why was he being so secretive?But for now, I pushed those thoughts aside and focused on rest. I slept for a few hours, waking up feeling slightly better.When I walked into the living room, Daniel was sitting on the couch, watching TV. He smiled when he saw me, and I forced a smile back."Hey, how was your day?" he asked, patting the couch next to him.I sat down, trying to act normal. "It was fine. Just tired."Daniel put his arm around me, pulling me close. "You've been working too hard. You need to take it easy."I nodded, feeling a sense of unease. I didn't want to be close to him right now, not when I had so many doubts. But I didn't
Elena’s POV I smiled, a plan forming in my mind. "Phila, I need your help. I want you to keep an eye on Daniel's moves, and see if you can find out what he's up to."Phila's eyes widened, intrigued. "You mean, spy on him?"I nodded. "Exactly. I'm about to make a big decision, and I need to be sure of what I'm doing. If Daniel's hiding something, I need to know."Phila grinned mischievously. "I'm on it. I'll dig up everything I can find."I smiled, feeling a sense of relief. "Thanks, Phila. I knew I could count on you."Phila nodded. "Don't worry, Elena. We'll get to the bottom of this. And if Daniel's hiding something, we'll expose him."I nodded, determination coursing through my veins. "Let's do it."Phila pulled out her phone and started typing away. "I'll start by hacking into his phone records, see if he's been in contact with anyone suspicious."I raised an eyebrow. "You can do that?"Phila winked. "I have my ways. Leave it to me, Elena. I'll uncover everything."I smiled and h
Elena’s POV The next morning, I walked into the office, still thinking about Daniel's proposal. Phila noticed the look on my face and asked, "Hey, what's up? You look deep in thought."I sat down at my desk and filled her in on Daniel's suggestion. "He wants us to merge our properties and make him the sole owner," I said, watching for her reaction.Phila's expression turned thoughtful. "That's a big decision," she said. "What do you think about it?"I shrugged. "I don't know. That's why I'm asking for your opinion."Phila leaned back in her chair, steepling her fingers together. "If I were to advise you, I'd say keep your property to yourself."I raised an eyebrow. "Why?"Phila's expression turned serious. "You can't trust anybody, Elena. Especially when it comes to something you've worked hard for. You know what Uncle Smith tried to do to you. What if Daniel...?"I held up a hand, stopping her. "Daniel would never do that to me. He loves me."Phila's expression softened. "I know he
Elena’s POV I stood tall, looking at Mr. and Mrs. Smith with a sense of satisfaction. "You have two days to leave this house," I said, my voice firm. "After that, I'll be changing the locks and taking possession of my property."Mrs. Caroline's eyes welled up with tears, while Mr. Smith's face turned red with rage. But I just smiled, feeling a sense of triumph."I'm done here," I said, turning to leave. "Enjoy your last night in my apartment."Phila followed me out, closing the door behind us. "You were amazing in there," she said, grinning.I smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. "Thanks, Phila. I couldn't have done it without you."As we walked away from the house, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. I had taken back what was mine, and I had done it with style."Let's go celebrate," Phila said, linking her arm through mine.I nodded, smiling. "Definitely. I think we've earned it."We walked off into the night, ready to start our new life together
Elena’s POV The next day, Phila and I walked into the bank, confident and determined. We were greeted by Mr. Johnson, who looked nervous and anxious."Good morning, ladies," he said, trying to force a smile.I smiled sweetly, enjoying the power dynamic. "Good morning, Mr. Johnson. Thank you for meeting us here today."We walked into the bank manager's office, where all the necessary documents were laid out on the table. Mr. Johnson hesitated, looking at the papers as if he was about to sign away his soul."Is everything in order?" the bank manager asked, looking at Mr. Johnson expectantly.Mr. Johnson nodded, his hand trembling as he signed the documents. Phila and I exchanged a triumphant glance, knowing that this was the final step in our plan."Thank you, Mr. Johnson," I said, taking the signed documents from him. "You've been a great help."Mr. Johnson looked like he was about to cry, but I just smiled and patted him on the back. "Don't worry, Mr. Johnson. You'll be rewarded for
Elena’s POVMr. Johnson's face went white, his eyes wide with fear. "I won't, Elena. I promise. I'll do whatever you say."I leaned forward, my voice dropping to a whisper. "Good. Because I'm not the Elena you used to know. I'm something more now. Something worse."Phila raised an eyebrow, a small smile playing on her lips. "I think that's enough, don't you, Elena?"I nodded, standing up. "Yes. Let's get out of here. Mr. Johnson, your family will be brought to you before night falls. Enjoy your reunion."With that, we turned and walked away, leaving Mr. Johnson shaken and subdued.We walked into the office, and I turned to Phila. "Book an appointment with my uncle, Mr. Smith. Tell him the form is ready."Phila nodded, her fingers flying across her phone's keyboard. "Consider it done. What time do you want me to meet with him?"I thought for a moment. "How about 2 pm? That gives you enough time to go over everything with him."Phila nodded, sending the text. "Done. Mr. Smith will meet
Elena’s POVI trudged through the front door, feeling exhausted from the day's events. Phila and I had called it a day, and I was looking forward to a quiet night in.I took a long, hot shower, trying to wash away the stress and tension of the day. As I got dressed, I heard my stomach growling and headed downstairs to see what was for dinner.Just as I was about to sit down, my phone rang. I hesitated for a moment before answering it."Hello?" I said, expecting it to be Phila or maybe even Mr. Johnson."Elena, it's Detective James," a deep voice said on the other end of the line. "I'm afraid I have some bad news. Alex has escaped from custody."My heart skipped a beat as I felt a surge of fear. "What? How did that happen?""We're not entirely sure yet," Detective James replied. "But we're working on it. In the meantime, I need you to be careful. If Alex is on the loose, you could be in danger."I felt a chill run down my spine as I thought about Alex being out there, possibly coming f
Elena’s POVWe arrived at the coffee shop and sat down in a quiet corner. Phila raised an eyebrow. "You're enjoying this, aren't you?"I shrugged. "Maybe a little. But it's necessary."As we waited, Mr. Johnson walked in, looking frantically around the coffee shop. His eyes landed on us, and he paled."Elena?" he whispered, his voice trembling. "What's going on? Why are you doing this?"I smiled, gesturing for him to sit down. "Let's just say I'm taking matters into my own hands, Mr. Johnson. And you're going to help me."Mr. Johnson sat down, his eyes darting back and forth between Phila and me. "What do you need, Elena?" he asked, his voice cautious.I smiled, leaning forward. "I need you to help me, Mr. Johnson. Just like you helped my uncle throw me out of the house."Mr. Johnson's expression turned cold. "I don't know what you're talking about," he said, but I could see the guilt written all over his face.I laughed, a harsh sound. "Don't play dumb, Mr. Johnson. I know all about