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 As I walked into Daniel's penthouse apartment, I couldn't shake off the feeling of fatigue. The events of the past few days had taken a toll on me, and I desperately needed a nap. I made my way to Daniel's room, intending to grab our shower gel and head to the bathroom.But as I entered his room, my eyes landed on a familiar picture on his dresser. It was an old photograph of a woman and woman, it was as if it was taken on an anniversary. I felt a jolt of surprise and confusion. What was this picture doing here? And then, a memory flashed in my mind - I had seen this same picture at Alex's apartment.My mind racing, I tried to process what I was seeing. Why did Daniel have this picture? And how did it end up in Alex's apartment? I felt a wave of doubt wash over me, but I pushed it aside. I didn't want to jump to conclusions or accuse Daniel of anything without being sure.I stood there, frozen, trying to make sense of it all. But the more I thought about it, the more ques
Elena’s POVSo we got home, and I was feeling refreshed and happy after our day out. Daniel and I had fun trying on the clothes we bought, and I was enjoying the distraction from the drama with Alex.But then, Martins called Daniel, and his expression turned serious. "What's up?" Daniel asked, listening intently."I need more information about Alex before I can proceed," Martins said. "I've hit a dead end."Daniel nodded, thinking. "Okay, let me see what I can do."I spoke up, a plan forming in my mind. "I think I know someone who might be able to help us. Kalyan, one of Alex's girlfriends. If we can track her down, I'm sure she'll spill the beans."Daniel raised an eyebrow. "You think so?"I nodded confidently. "Leave it to me. I'll handle it."Daniel smiled, impressed. "Alright, you're on. But be careful, okay?"I grinned, feeling a sense of determination. "Don't worry, I can handle myself.""Okay, I'll leave it to you," Daniel said, handing me his phone. "Martins will help you trac
Elena’s POVI woke up in an empty room, the sunlight streaming through the windows. I stretched, feeling a sense of relaxation wash over me. Daniel had already left for work, but he had thoughtfully prepared everything I needed for the day. My heart swelled with love and appreciation for his thoughtful gestures.I quickly got dressed and headed to the office, feeling energized and focused. As soon as I arrived, I called Phila into my office."Phila, I need you to do a background check on Kiara," I said, my voice firm.Phila raised an eyebrow. "Kiara? Alex's worker who helped him set you up?"I nodded, my expression grim. "Yes, that's the one. I want to know everything about her. What motivates her, what she's capable of, and if she has any weaknesses we can exploit."Phila nodded, her expression serious. "I'll get on it right away. But Elena, be careful. Kiara is ruthless if she was willing to help Alex frame you for murder."I nodded, my mind already racing with possibilities. "I kno
Elena’s POVI woke up to Daniel's gentle caresses, feeling loved and cherished. But my mind was still racing with thoughts of Alex's boss and the mystery surrounding them. I tried to push it aside, focusing on the present moment with Daniel.Just then, my phone rang, breaking the peaceful silence. I groggily reached for it, seeing Phila's name on the screen."Hey, Phila," I said, trying to sound alert."Elena, I've got an update on Kalyan," Phila said, her voice firm. "Her flight has been rescheduled, and she's coming back to New York this evening."My heart skipped a beat. This was it. Our chance to finally confront Kalyan and get to the bottom of things."Is she coming alone?" I asked, my mind racing with possibilities."Yes, she is," Phila replied. "I've got eyes on her, and she's not with anyone else."I smiled, feeling a sense of determination. "Leave it to me, Phila. I'll take care of it. You focus on getting more info on Kiara and get back to me."Phila nodded, even though I co