CHAPTER SEVENTY NINEDebris has been with them since morning."Won't you be leaving?" Xander asked her."Oh, I am just worried about her right now, I am really" She said"Just leave my house now" Xander shouted."I want to allow you to disgrace me in front of him" She said and left the compound.She didn't drive to her father's house, yet she kept driving to the outskirts of the town."It's already late" She said to herself.When she reached an uncompleted building, she stopped the car and came out of the car.She entered the uncompleted building."Maxwell, welldone" She said."I told you I will do whatever to make him yours, I will do whatever to make him yours" Maxwell said "I am coming from his house, if this girl is still in that house, I won't be able to spend time with him" She said."I get" Maxwell said.They both went to the room where Marianne is tied in with a chain to a chair."Free me, free me please, just please free me" Marianne pleaded loudly."So you can plead now, yo
Chapter Eighty-Two "Xan...der, why are you apologizing? I mean you did nothing wrong, if anyone was to apologize that would be me," Debris stuttered as she stared at Xander who looked apologetic."Yeah, I hurt you and made you feel miserable, I am sorry," Xander apologized again."We are sorry too, both I and my dad. I am sorry for being a nuisance it is my fault that your company lost the award of the year," she chuckles lightly."And I am sorry for maltreating your brother Marianne, I am sorry for threatening you, I am sorry for the kidnap and all wrong deeds of mine towards you. I know I can't change the past but I hope for a better future," She mumbled with her head bowed. "I am sorry too," Pedro muttered behind her and Marianne smiled."You have no reason to apologize, you only did what any father would have done and...." he glanced at Marianne who gave him suspicious stares. "If not for you, I wouldn't have met a beautiful soul like Marianne," he held her hand and she blushed
Chapter Eighty-Three Xander and Marianne are now on their way back to the Mansion, Marianne had a smile on her face throughout the journey."Let's visit Grandpa, I haven't seen him I'm a while," Marianne said and Xander smiled."By the way, how did you know their grave?" Marianne asked but he winked at her instead."Hey, don't do that tell me the truth," she turned to face him but he simply smiled."Xander!" She groaned."It is a secret, that is why I am not telling you," he replied and she rolled her eyes."Stop acting as if you are the only one with a secret, I have lots of secrets too and you will be curious to know but I won't tell you," She said hoping he would be curious and that would give her the upper hand."You have no secret, quite the act," he uttered in response and she bit her lips wondering how she was going to get back at him."You think so?" She asked "Yep," he replied not sparing her a glance "Okay, don't you dare get jealous in the future because I warned you in
Chapter Eighty-Four "I wish there is another way," Maxwell mumbled to himself.He was still drinking from his glass of whiskey when an idea struck him, he raised his head in haste."Brad," he called."What?" Brad ask."Can you lend me the money? I will pay you back, I promise," he assured."And have my company go bankrupt like yours, no thanks l will pass," he smiled sarcastically."Hey, we are cousins, don't you want to help me?" Max pouted like a kid."I will help you in any way except repaying your debt," Brad replied and he frowned."I need to repay it or he is going to kill me, do you want me to die?" Max asked."He isn't going to kill you if you focus on your company, things will be fine and you will repay your debt in no time," he assured while Max hissed."What are you getting at? Are you saying I have been there for fun?" Max asked."Tell me what you've been doing in that company of yours?" Brad ask and he bit his lips.He is always depressed and sad, and that was one of the
Chapter Eighty-Five "Yes, is it shocking?" Debris asked with a forced smile and he nodded slightly."What did you think I was going to do? Keep on fighting?" She asked with a chuckle."I guess, so you are going to give up?" Brad asked and she stood up."I should have done that a long time ago," she said and he raised his head. "Are you serious?" Brad asked to be convinced his ear was not malfunctioning."Yes, is it unbelievable?" She asked turning to face him."Yeah," he mumbled and she sighed loudly."I am happy you are moving on, it is one of the best decision," he said."I know which is why I am nervous," she uttered taking back her sit."Nervous?" He asked and she nodded. "Why are you nervous?""I have never made the right decision,"she blurted. "And now that I am... I don't know how it is going to end.""It sure will end good," he assured."Good? I am not sure, I think karma will catch up with me soon enough," she said."Don't think about that, just focus on the positive side,"
Chapter Eighty-Six Debris stared at her room as tears lingered in her eyes, she was trying her best to hold herself back but it seemed almost impossible.The tears finally escaped her eyes and they rolled down her cheek, she wipes it gently and sniffed in."This is for the best, I believe it is for the best," she mumbled repeatedly before picking up her bag."Is that the last thing?" Pedro ask standing by the door."Yes," she replied and turn to face him."Let's go then, the earlier the better," he gestured at her to come closer and she did."You look sad," he said and she bowed her head, she took her lips in as she tried to hold back her tears."Debris," he called and held her cheek, he made her stare at him and the tears in her eyes was obvious."Are you sure you will be fine without me? I won't cause trouble anymore so it's fine for me to stay back, don't you agree?" She asked hoping he would change his mind though it was impossible."Oh, dear. I understand how you feel but we bot
Chapter Eighty-Seven "How is he?" Xander asked the doctor who walked out of the emergency room where Lincoln was."How is Grandpa?" Diana inquired too almost in a whisper."He is better, he is just resting so you all have nothing to worry about," he smiled at them but no one was smiling back."Why did he faint? He was healthy, why did he suddenly pass out?" Xander demanded an explanation and the doctor stared at them all in fear.He was slightly scared of what the truth would do to them, he bowed his head and read the report in his hand over again."He asked you a question, why is it taking for you to give a response?!" Diana snapped at him. "Diana," Tiana cautioned."What? He looks like his tongue got tired the moment the question was asked, isn't it his job to figure out who did it?" She asked and stepped out of Tiana's grip."He better start talking if he doesn't want his tongue tied," she threatened a d the doctor gulped down nothing."Mr. Lincoln Knox consumed poison," he blurt
Chapter Eighty-Eight Tiana and Julio are now standing outside the hospital, none of then is yet to say a word. They both stared at the stars filled sky. "How...""Why..."They both tried to start a conversation, they chuckled when they realized what happened."You go first," Julio said with a smile that could melt anyone's heart and Tiana felt her heart at peace."No, you should," she replied and stared away, he chuckled softly and she glanced at him."How have you been?" He asked and she sighed deeply."You don't look okay," he added and she bowed she head, she didn't want them to be in such situation when they meet again but could it be avoided to begin with."I am not," she admitted, and we heart sank. She didn't want to tell him a thing, she didn't want to burden him with her problems but here she is going against her word."What happened? The Knox giving you a headache?" He asked and she chuckled lightly."Partially," she replied. "My engagement or whatever it was got broken,"
Chapter hundreds Meanwhile, Marianne felt a sense of closure after meeting with Greg. She had always wondered what could have been if things had turned out differently between them, but now she knew that she had made the right decision in choosing Xander.Xander noticed a change in Marianne after her meeting with Greg, and he couldn't help but feel a little jealous. He knew that Marianne loved him, but the thought of someone else having a place in her heart made him uneasy. However, he decided not to dwell on it and focused on making Marianne happy.As time passed, Marianne and Xander's relationship only grew stronger. They supported each other through thick and thin and were always there for each other. They built a life together and started a family, and Marianne couldn't be happier.One day, Marianne received a call from Greg. She was surprised to hear from him after all these years, but at the same time, she felt a sense of curiosity. Greg told her that he had moved on and was no
Chapter ninety nine As time passed, Diana focused on her career and personal growth. She traveled to new places and met new people, but she still longed for someone who would love and cherish her for who she was.One day, she met a man named Thomas, who was kind, funny, and shared her passion for adventure. They hit it off instantly and started dating. Diana was surprised at how easy it was to talk to Thomas, and how comfortable she felt around him.Soon, Diana realized that Thomas was the one she had been waiting for. He was everything she had ever wanted in a partner and more. They fell deeply in love and started building a life together.Looking back, Diana was glad that she had followed her heart and trusted her instincts. She knew that finding true love was worth the wait, and she was grateful for every experience that had led her to Thomas.Debris nervously walked into the room where the get-together was being held. It had been years since she had seen any of the Knox family, a
Chapter ninety eight Debris plans to pursue her master's degree was met with excitement and support from the family. Pedro and Brad were especially happy for her and promised to be there for her throughout the journey. Marianne offered to help her with anything she needed while Dwayne jokingly asked her to pass him some of her study notes.Debris was grateful for their support and promised to make them all proud. She had always wanted to continue her education and it felt like the right time now that she was married and had settled down. She started her classes soon after and quickly realized that it was going to be a challenge to balance school, work, and her family life.Brad and Pedro helped her with taking care of their daughter and even cooked dinner on some nights to give her more time to study. Marianne was always there to listen to her when she needed to vent and Dwayne continued to tease her about being a bookworm.Despite the challenges, Debris managed to excel in her class
Chapter ninety-seven Marianne breathed a sigh of relief as soon as she heard Cherry's voice on the other end of the line. She had been worried sick about her best friend, unable to shake the feeling that something terrible had happened to her on her flight. Cherry had been traveling out of the country with her new husband, and the thought of a plane crash had kept Marianne up all night."I'm so sorry for not calling sooner," Cherry said. "We had a bit of a scare, but we're both okay."Marianne was flooded with relief. "Thank goodness. What happened?""Well, we hit some turbulence," Cherry said. "It was really bad, but the pilots managed to regain control. It was pretty scary, though."Marianne shuddered at the thought of her friend going through such a harrowing experience. "I'm just so glad you're okay," she said.Cherry went on to explain that they had been stuck in a foreign country for a few days while the airline sorted out a replacement plane, which was why she hadn't been able
Chapter ninety six Maxwell had been struggling with the debt his company had incurred for years. He had tried everything he could think of to get out of it, but it seemed like the more he tried, the deeper he sank into it. Finally, he had to make a tough decision and sell half of his company in order to pay off the debt. It was a difficult choice, but it was one that he had to make in order to keep the rest of his company afloat.As he signed the papers and handed over control of half of his company, he felt a sense of relief wash over him. It was a huge weight off his shoulders to finally be debt-free. However, he couldn't help but feel a sense of loss as well. He had worked so hard to build his company up from nothing, and now he was giving up half of it.Brad had been there for Maxwell throughout the whole ordeal, offering him support and advice whenever he needed it. It was during one of their conversations that Brad had mentioned his own plans to start a family with Debris. Maxw
Chapter ninety five But college life was full of temptations, and Dwayne soon found himself struggling to balance his academic pursuits with the distractions of campus life. There were parties to attend, new friends to make, and endless opportunities for fun and adventure. It was easy to get caught up in the excitement and forget about his responsibilities.Dwayne knew he had to stay focused if he wanted to succeed in college. He reminded himself of the sacrifices his family had made to get him here, and he thought about the future he wanted for himself. He knew that he couldn't let temporary pleasures distract him from his long-term goals. And so, despite the temptations of college life, Dwayne remained committed to his studies. He worked hard, stayed focused, and did his best to stay true to himself. He missed home, but he knew that this was where he needed to be to achieve his dreams. And with the love and support of his family behind him, he was determined to make the most of hi
Chapter Ninety Four As the wedding day approached, Xander and Marianne's love for each other continued to grow stronger. They spent every moment they could together, cherishing the time they had before they became husband and wife.Finally, the big day arrived, and Xander stood nervously at the altar as he waited for his bride to appear. As Marianne walked down the aisle, all eyes were on her, but Xander could only see her. She was beautiful, and he couldn't believe that he was lucky enough to be marrying her.The ceremony was perfect, and as they exchanged their vows, Xander knew that he was making the best decision of his life. Marianne was his soulmate, and he was excited to spend the rest of his life with her.After the ceremony, they celebrated with a reception that was filled with laughter, dancing, and joy. Grandpa Joe had done an excellent job of planning the wedding, and everyone agreed that it was a beautiful event.As the night drew to a close, Xander and Marianne shared t
Chapter Ninety- ThreeJulio and Tiana's relationship continued to blossom in the months that followed their first date. They became inseparable, spending all their free time together and growing more in love with each passing day.After a year of dating, Julio proposed to Tiana on a beautiful beach in Hawaii. She said yes, and they began planning their dream wedding.On a sunny day in June, Julio and Tiana tied the knot in a beautiful outdoor ceremony surrounded by family and friends. It was a day they would never forget, full of love, laughter, and joy.After the wedding, Julio and Tiana moved into a cozy apartment in the city. They continued to build their lives together, supporting each other's dreams and goals.A few months later, they received the exciting news that they were expecting their first child. They were over the moon with happiness and excitement, imagining what their future family would look like.As Tiana's pregnancy progressed, Julio became more and more protective
Chapter Ninety-TwoAs the days passed, Tiana and Julio spent more time together, catching up on old times and exploring the city. Julio seemed to be feeling better, and Tiana was glad to see him smiling again. However, as they parted ways, Tiana couldn't help but wonder about the person Jason had been texting.Meanwhile, Tiana's curiosity about Julio online connection grew, and she couldn't help but do some investigating. She eventually discovered that the person Julio had been texting was an old friend of hers. She reached out to them, and they met up to catch up on old times As Tiana and her friend talked, they realized that they both had feelings for each other. They decided to take things slow, but they were excited to see where their connection would take them.Julio and Tiana had been friends for a long time, but as they spent more time together, they both began to realize that their feelings for each other had grown deeper. One night, as they were hanging out at Julio's place,