Elena’s POV Daniel's expression suddenly changed from serious to playful, and he said, "Gotcha! I was just kidding, Elena. I don't want you to stress about this. You already look worn out."I felt a mix of relief and annoyance. "Daniel, that's not funny. I was really worried."He walked over to me and wrapped his arms around me. "I know, I know. I'm sorry. I just didn't want you to worry about it anymore. You've been stressed out enough lately."I leaned into his embrace, feeling a bit better. "Just be honest with me, okay? I can handle it."Daniel nodded, his eyes locked on mine. "I promise. No more joking about it. We'll figure it out together."I smiled, feeling a sense of gratitude towards him. "Thanks, Daniel. That means a lot to me."We hugged for a moment longer, and then Daniel said, "Now, how about we order some dinner and relax? You can tell me more about your day."I nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. Maybe everything would be okay after all.We spent the rest
Elena’s POV Since finding out I was pregnant, Daniel had been treating me like a fragile doll. He would open doors for me, pull out chairs, and even try to feed me. At first, it was sweet and thoughtful, but soon it became suffocating."I can do it myself, Daniel," I would say, trying to assert my independence.But he would just smile and say, "Let me take care of you, baby. You're carrying our child."He would make me sit down and rest, even when I wasn't tired. He would bring me water and healthy snacks, even when I wasn't hungry. He would even try to dress me like I was a child.I felt like I was losing myself in all of this. I was still the same person, capable and strong. But Daniel seemed to have forgotten that.I called Phila, exasperated. "Girl, I need your help. Daniel is driving me crazy!""What's going on?" Phila asked, her voice concerned."He's been treating me like a baby since I got pregnant. I can't take it anymore," I said, frustrated.Phila giggled. "Aww, that's so
Elena’s POV I quickly grabbed my phone and dialed Phila's number, my hands still shaking from the encounter with Alex."Phila, I need you to come pick me up," I said, trying to keep my voice steady.Phila's voice was immediately concerned. "Elena, what's wrong? What happened?"I tried to speak, but my voice caught in my throat. I couldn't say a word."Elena, talk to me! What's going on?" Phila demanded, her voice firm but worried.I took a deep breath and tried again, but still couldn't speak. I was too shaken.Phila sighed. "Okay, I'm on my way. Just hang in there."Twenty minutes later, Phila pulled up in her car. I got in, still feeling shaky.Phila handed me a hot cup of coffee. "Here, drink this. It'll calm you down."I took a sip, feeling the warmth spread through my body. Slowly, I began to calm down.Phila looked at me, her eyes worried. "Elena, what happened? You're scaring me."I took another sip of coffee, gathering my strength. And then I told her everything - the visit t
Elena’s POV As I walked through the front door, exhausted from a long day at work, I was surprised to see Daniel waiting for me in the living room. He had a sly grin on his face and a mischievous twinkle in his eye."Hey, beautiful! How was your day?" he asked, standing up to greet me.I smiled, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. "It was long. But I'm glad to be home."Daniel walked over to me and handed me a small envelope. "I have a surprise for you," he said, his eyes sparkling with excitement.I opened the envelope and pulled out a visa. My eyes widened in shock as I read the destination: Bora Bora."Daniel! Oh my god!" I exclaimed, feeling like I was dreaming.Daniel laughed and wrapped his arms around me. "I knew you needed a break, and I couldn't think of a better way to celebrate our marriage than with a romantic honeymoon in paradise."I felt tears of joy prick at the corners of my eyes as I hugged him tightly. "I love you," I whispered.Daniel pulled back and smiled. "
Elena’s POV "Hey, watch out!" I exclaimed, furious, as a stranger intentionally bumped into me. But before I could even react, he slipped a piece of paper into my hand and disappeared into the crowd.I looked up, trying to catch a glimpse of his face, but he was already gone, hidden behind a face cap and sunglasses. I was left standing there, dazed and confused, clutching the mysterious paper.I hesitated for a moment, wondering if I should open it. But my curiosity got the better of me. I slowly unfolded the paper, my heart racing with anticipation.And that's when I saw it. A message, scrawled in red ink. My eyes widened as I began to read...But before I could finish, I heard Daniel's voice calling out to me. "Hey Elena, what are you doing back there?"I looked up, startled, and stammered, "Oh, I fell, but I'm fine."Daniel's expression was etched with concern as he rushed towards me. "Hope you're okay?"I nodded hastily, still trying to process the message on the paper. "Oh, yes,
Elena’s POV I tossed and turned, unable to shake off the lingering doubts. But as I thought about Daniel's loving gaze, his gentle touch, and our unborn baby, I knew I had to trust him. He would never hurt me.Just as I was drifting off to sleep, my phone buzzed, shrill in the quiet morning. I groggily reached for it, seeing Phila's name on the screen."Hey girl, how are you?" Phila's voice was like a ray of sunshine, bright and cheerful.I laughed, still sounding sleepy. "I'm good, Phila. Just woke up.""Oh, sleepyhead!" Phila teased. "I've missed you so much! How's Bora Bora?"I smiled, feeling a warmth in my heart. "It's paradise. I'm loving every moment."Phila squealed. "I'm so jealous! Tell me everything."And so I did, sharing every detail of our romantic getaway, from the stunning scenery to Daniel's thoughtful gestures. Phila listened with rapt attention, interjecting with laughter and excited squeals.As we chatted, I felt my restlessness melt away, replaced by a sense of j
Elena’s POV As we stepped off the plane at JFK Airport, the crisp New York air hit us like a wake-up call. Our months-long honeymoon in Bora Bora felt like a dream, and reality was setting in."Back to the grind," Daniel said, smiling wryly as we made our way to the taxi stand."I'm ready," I replied, feeling a surge of determination. "Our businesses aren't going to run themselves."Our taxi hurtled through the crowded streets, and soon we were standing outside our sleek Manhattan office building."Welcome back, love," Daniel said, holding the door open for me.As we settled into our routine, our days blurred together in a whirlwind of meetings, conference calls, and strategy sessions. Our team welcomed us back with open arms, and we dove headfirst into tackling the challenges we'd left behind.One evening, as we worked late in our office, Daniel turned to me with a grin. "You know, I never thought I'd say this, but I'm glad to be back in the chaos."I laughed. "Me too. I missed this
Elena should POV I looked at her and smiled. “You are the best person indeed”. I came closer to her and whispered. “We have something very important to do, trust me you won’t want to miss out”.Phila turned her head toward me in confusion. She looked like she was wondering what it was. “Hmmm, what are you planning on doing this time around?” She was baffled in confused.Phila's eyes sparkled with intrigue as I whispered my plan to her. "We need to take down my uncle and his wife, Phila. I want to see them suffer the same way they made me suffer."Phila's expression turned serious, her voice barely above a whisper. "What are you planning, Elena?"I smiled, a sense of determination coursing through my veins. "We're going to steal their property, Phila. Every last bit of it. And then, we're going to make them go bankrupt."Phila's eyes widened, a slow smile spreading across her face. "I like your guts, Elena. I like the way you think."I laughed, feeling a sense of camaraderie with my f
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