Matilda (Mrs. Anderson) Pov I feel guilty seeing my daughter worrying about my husband, and I always do my best to make sure she's not worried. "Helena, love, go to your room. Your father and I will make sure everything is okay. That's a promise. And no matter what it takes, we are going to make sure you become the real heiress to the Anderson empire. Now, go to your room and freshen up. Everything is going to be okay, baby," I said, trying to calm her. The least I can do right now is to calm my baby girl. I know she may be nice at times, but when she loses her temper, she finds it hard to control it. "Alright, mother. Love you." After making sure she had entered her room, I faced my husband. "Whatever you need to do, be fast about it." James Pov When the doctor announced her death, I finally felt free from my late wife's shadow. No matter how hard I tried, I was never as good as her. Her daughter, Lilianna, was just like her in every way. The only difference between them was t
Third person Pov A board meeting was organized for the collaboration between the Anderson Empire and the Manchester group of companies. Some board members from the Manchester group of companies were quite surprised with this new development, while Anderson's finds it had to be believed. Just two days after their CEO promised to find investors, she found the biggest and the richest company in New York to invest. They still find it hard to believe that she was able to fulfil her promise. The Manchester never expected their president to collaborate with a falling empire like the Anderson, but his sudden decision to invest was bewildering. Know that the person behind the Anderson success is dead and her father not a good leader nor a businessman. They just hope that their president does no ot invedt much into a falling empire. They believe there must be a reason for this decision that he made without in forming them, all the decision he has made concerning the company in the past had
"Shall we begin the meeting?" Ray finally said Although the Manchester were displeased with the way she spoke to them, they could only keep quiet for the sake of their president. The Anderson were not really offended with her arrogant attitude cause they knew that was who she was and how she spoke. " Mr Ray and I have gone through all the necessary formalities, as well as the project plans and the proposal together, and he has shown the documents to his lawyers for confirmation. We concluded that the project should I go on, and the profits shall be divided 70/30, 70 for the Anderson 30 for Manchester group of company, the idea was the Anderson Empire to begin with and your company is just investing and should expect nothing but the profits so all you get is that much, thank you" Unbelievable everyone find it hard to believe if they have already made a decision concerning this on their own, so why organise a meeting to begin with? They have already decided on their own perspective.
Helena Pov Although my life seems to be a mess all because of Liliana, I know I still need to put up my fake facade. Here I am to see my Daddy in his office, I really need an excitement in this my boring life... I can't keep hoping that things are great were as everything always ends in chaos. " Be careful, miss." I looked up to see whom I just bumped into only to see the most handsome man I've ever seen in my life. He practically left me dump stock, and I believe and drool right now. "Hi, a mmm hmm I'm.... God please help I don't really know what's going on with me like I can't introduce myself, I'm short of words, nothing is coming out of my mouth, I don't know how to stretch my hands to him to introduce my self... why can't I tell him my telling my name is it ? Oh my omg what is going on with my heart is pounding, oh my gosh, gosh, what is going on. "Well, miss be careful next time," Oh my, even his voice is so sexy. He tried leaving, but I stopped him instantly "Excus
Lilly Pov9 p.m. was the time we both decided to meet up for our date and it will be at his place, I could have suggested having the date in a restaurant but I sort prefer the idea of having the date at is place. And considering that I'm a well known figure, and lots of reporters wants to know every details about me and what I've been up to, with my death been announced everywhere and no one knew about I'm still alive other than the stakeholder present during the board meeting. I'm not really sure what to expect but i'm certain that i will be having a great time no question asked, maybe I should invite him over next time at least I won't bother dressing up, and I put on the first dress i lay my hands on inside the closet and let my hair down for the first time since I came in this body... I'm not a big fan of makeup and jewelries or dressing up in a fancy manner, I should probably find other men to kiss in order to have more choices for comparison,' Will I feel what I felt with R
Ray's point of view: As I waited for Lilly to arrive, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. Excitement, nervousness, and a hint of possessiveness. I had been thinking about our last encounter nonstop, and the thought of her becoming mine is exciting at the time. It feels like I'm about to win the greatest gold medal ever When she stepped out of her car, I was taken aback by her beauty. Her hair was down, and she wore a simple yet elegant dress. She smiled, and my heart skipped a beat. "Hi," she said, approaching me. "It's really nice seeing you again." I was taken aback by her directness when she asked for a kiss. I stumbled over my words, trying to process her request. But as I looked into her eyes, I knew I couldn't resist. As we kissed, I felt a rush of emotions. Possessiveness, passion, and a deep connection. I didn't want to share her with anyone. I could she even nurse the idea of such. When we finally broke apart, I knew I had to tell her how I felt. "I forb
Everything seems to be a mess right now in my life. The only girl I like, or may also be in love with me, has not been picking up my calls for the past two weeks. For the head of a big company like me, she was untapped resources waiting to be exploited. I feel like an explorer who chanced upon a deep mine of cold, hard diamonds. My first instinct was to mark my territory, claim ownership, and prevent competitors from taking a share. Everything is mine, she is mine. But when she kept ignoring my emails and phone calls, it got me more and more frustrated, to the point where she is on my mind every day. I really don't know what could have happened. We parted on a good note, and our date was amazing my assistant told me she had been going to the office every day, so what's going on? Even though we both signed the contract, the project has already started. Why in the world is she ignoring me? I can't wait to meet her later today at the project site for inception. I
As I stood there, looking at her, I couldn't help but feel a mix of emotions. I was frustrated, confused, and desperate to understand why she had been ignoring me and now that her know why I knew I had to keep my cool, but it was hard when all I wanted to do was kiss her and make her mine but I know I need to be patient with her and convince her at the same time reassure her that I will always be here. She looked at me, her eyes searching mine. "Ray, I...I don't know how to explain it. I just felt like we were moving too fast, and the internet suggested that we needed some space." I felt a pang of disappointment, but I tried to understand where she was coming from. "Space? You couldn't even answer my calls or emails? That's not just space, Lilly. That's ignoring me." She sighed, looking down. "I know, Ray. I'm sorry. It was stupid of me to do that." Although she said sorry her voice and expression remained cold if I didn't know that's how she speaks, I would have felt disregarded a
Chapter 93“Gosh! My phone has been ringing nonstop, it’s quite frustrating,” Lilly said with her voice sounds like she just yelled, tossing her phone onto the couch in a rare outburst.Ray glanced up from his stack of documents, surprised by her sudden display of anger. He had never seen her showing any emotions, except for the moments when they were intimate. Normally, Lilly was composed, almost detached, but seeing her express real frustration made her seem more human—more relatable. He found it cute and sexy. This was the woman carrying his child, and that realization stirred something deep in him. Their baby was already having an effect on her, and he loved watching her change, becoming more raw and vulnerable."It's Anderson, isn't it?" Ray asked, though he already knew the answer. He set his papers aside and moved closer to her. Lilly sighed heavily, rubbing her temples. “Yes, the press. And board members. Andresin. Everyone’s got something to say, and it’s exhausting.”It had
Chloe stepped into her car, starting the engine as she mentally prepared for the drive to Jerry’s house. She had to deliver some documents and assist with investigating Felix’s Aunt Ava, as ordered by her boss. The past three months had been filled with surprises, but the biggest one was the transformation in her boss. A woman who once didn’t care about any man now seemed entirely enmeshed with a Manchester, practically handing her empire over to him on a silver platter. *What if he betrays her?* Chloe thought, her fingers tightening on the steering wheel. *Men can’t be trusted with power, especially not when they already have plenty of their own.* Still, she had to trust her boss’s judgment. She had never made a wrong business decision before, and Chloe could only hope this wouldn’t be the first. As she checked her G****e Maps, making sure she was heading in the right direction, the thought of seeing Jerry made her grimace. He made her skin crawl with the way he stared at her—like h
In the grand Manchester estate, sunlight streamed through the tall windows, casting a warm glow on the lavishly decorated sitting room. Mitchell, was seated on a cushion, her eyes glued to the television screen. The news of her son’s marriage to Liliana Anderson had just broken, and Mitchell’s lips curled into a wide, triumphant smile.“I knew it,” she said, turning to her husband,, who was sitting nearby with a newspaper in hand. His gaze shifted from the paper to the screen, where Liliana was coolly conducting an interview. She was elegant, poised, and utterly unapologetic about her recent takeover of Anderson Empire. Mitchell’s heart swelled with pride.“You see that, hubby?” Mitchell’s voice rose with excitement, the usually composed woman unable to contain herself. “That’s *our* son’s wife. She’s a force of nature! Look at her—fearless. She’s not like those other women, all demure and helpless. Liliana knows exactly what she wants, and she’s not afraid to take it. The Andersons d
Matilda paced the room, her heels clicking against the marble floor as she frantically dialed Ellen’s number. Her hands were trembling. The sight of Liliana’s betrayal on the television had ignited a storm of rage, but it was Helena who now posed the greatest risk. If Helena saw any of this—if she even *suspected* what had happened—it could unravel everything.The changes in Liliana came as a big shock to her, and her sudden interest in investigating her poisoning was unexpected. What changed? What happened to the old Liliana that does even give a fuck what happens around her. Ellen picked up on the third ring. Her voice, as cool and calculated as always, soothed Matilda’s nerves for a brief moment. "Mrs Anderson, what is it?" she asked right away, she may love Helena but she does give a flying fuck about anyone of her family.“Ellen, I need your help.” Matilda didn’t waste time with pleasantries. “You need to keep Helena away from the news—away from anything to do with Liliana and R
James Anderson stood frozen, the phone pressed to his ear, the board member’s frantic words still echoing in his mind. The Anderson Empire—his empire—no longer belonged to him. The family legacy he had killed for even though Liliana was in charge he still felt in control now belongs to Ray Manchester, how the hell did this happen.“Turn on the news?” James repeated, his voice cold. He could feel the slow burn of rage building inside him. He didn’t need to be told what was happening. He had a feeling that Liliana had just made a public statement that would send shockwaves through the business world.He hung up the phone without another word and strode over to the television. His hands shook as he grabbed the remote and flicked it on. The screen lit up, showing the aftermath of a press conference. Reporters were still in a frenzy, flashing lights illuminating the sleek boardroom where Liliana and Ray Manchester had stood just moments ago. “...in a surprising turn of events, Liliana And
The press conference had barely ended, and the internet was already ablaze. Social media platforms flooded with reactions, memes, and conspiracy theories. News outlets scrambled to publish breaking headlines, and Anderson Empire was trending globally. The public, as always, was quick to react—and even quicker to judge.On Twitter, a trending hashtag had already emerged: **#icequeenLives**. Alongside it, another hashtag was gaining traction: **#AndersonEmpireReborn**. People couldn’t stop talking about Lilly’s dramatic return, her marriage to Ray Manchester, and, of course, the kiss that had set the internet on fire.“**Did anyone else just see that? Liliana Anderson—sorry, Manchester now—literally dropped the mic with that kiss! ICONIC. #icequeenLives**” “**So... poisonings, secret marriages, and now Ray Manchester in charge of Anderson Empire? This is better than any TV drama. #AndersonEmpireReborn**” “**Is it just me, or does anyone else think Ray and Liliana planned this whole
Ray’s entrance seemed to silence the room as if his presence alone commanded a certain reverence. The air crackled with the weight of the moment, every eye locked onto the couple standing before them. Together, they were an undeniable force, and the reporters knew it.Lilly stood with her head held high, her composure never wavering, while Ray exuded quiet strength beside her. It was clear now—this wasn’t just a press conference about Anderson Empire’s financial future. This was a changing of the guard, a public declaration of a new era, and the media could feel it.Ray approached the podium with ease, the room once again stilling. His voice was deep, measured, and commanding. “As my wife mentioned, Anderson Empire is now under my leadership. This isn’t just a transition—it’s a transformation. We’ve spent the last several months restructuring and preparing for the future. You’ll see that reflected in our upcoming projects and initiatives.” Calling ‘my wife’ in front of so many people
The boardroom was buzzing with quiet anticipation. Press conferences like this one were always meticulously organized, with reporters and photographers lining up their equipment, ready to capture the moment that would make the headlines. The Anderson Empire’s recent turmoil had the media’s full attention, and now, everyone was waiting for the bombshell Lilly had alluded to.Lilly stood in front of the mirror in the dressing room adjacent to the boardroom, pulling her blazer tight. She observed her reflection, her expression composed. Every detail was precise—the fit of her suit, the neatness of her hair, and the cold calm she exuded. She had always been calculated, every step planned, but today, there was more at stake.It time she face Liliana demons and over with it already, the world will be certain that she is alive after today and there won’t be anymore doubts on their minds, the Anderson family will be shaken to the core with this move of hers.Ray appeared behind her, adjusting
The first rays of morning light filtered through the bedroom curtains, casting a soft glow over the room. Lilly stirred beneath the covers, her mind slowly coming out of its restful state. For once, she felt a faint sense of exhaustion lingering, something she wasn’t used to. She wasn’t accustomed to waking up tired—her usual mornings were marked by clarity and readiness for whatever tasks lay ahead. But today, her body felt different.She opened her eyes, squinting slightly at the brightness, and realized Ray was still fast asleep next to her. His arm was draped over her waist, his breathing steady and calm. He looked peaceful, his features relaxed in a way that only came when he was deeply at ease.No one would have believed the ball of cuteness beside her made her scream so loud the previous night. Last night intimacy was something else, it was basically mind blowing. She had never cum that had since they got together and the fact that she felt drained afterwards was unexpected, it