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Shadows Of Deception Chapter 49
(ADRIAN POV)The wind howled through the open windows as I raced down the road, leaving Gabriel behind in the rearview mirror. His running figure quickly blurred into the distance, swallowed up by the night. I held the wheel tightly as my car sped through the curvy road and out into another path entirely. I could feel my heart thumping in my chest.The phone…his phone…was still lying heavy on the passenger seat beside me. I could barely tear my eyes from it, but I knew I needed to keep my focus on the road until I found somewhere safe, somewhere quiet. Somewhere I could look through it without interruption.“Just a little longer,” I whispered to myself, as if trying to steady the growing storm inside me.The houses thinned out as I drove further from the city, the bright streetlights giving way to shadowed lanes..Then I noticed a quiet spot near a small, secluded park. I gasped and pulled into it steadily and once the I was properly parked, I turned off the ignition, letting
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(THIRD POV)Vanessa’s mouth went dry. Her mind raced, trying to grasp onto any coherent thought, but all she could focus on was the cold dread spreading through her veins. Maxwell’s gaze bore into her. The whites of his eyes reddeningCaleb subtly squeezed her arm, a silent plea for her to follow along with his ridiculous lie. The room seemed to shrink around her as time stretched on painfully.Vanessa’s lips parted, but no sound came out at first. She swallowed hard, her throat tight, and managed a weak nod. "Y..yes," she stammered, her voice trembling. "Mice... I... I thought I saw something run in here."Maxwell’s expression remained unreadable, his icy stare flicking between the two of them. For a moment, Vanessa wondered if he could see right through her, through Caleb, and knew exactly what they were hiding. Her hands shook, and she clenched them into fists to steady herself.Maxwell stepped further into the room, his presence looming. He didn't say anything for sometime
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The car rolled to a stop outside the warehouseThe place was an imposing structure, a dark monolith of corrugated steel and rotting wood. .I stepped out of my black Hyundai quietly wearing a resolved look.Caleb stepped down as well from the passengers seat, following closely behind me, his eyes scanning the desolate surroundings with practiced vigilance. The silence of the night was heavy, broken only by the crunch of gravel under our feet as we approached the entrance.I straightened my suit jacket, feeling the cool, crisp fabric against my skin. The suit was a deep, absorbing black, designed to blend into the shadows as if I were one with the darkness itself. Caleb, , kept his distance but remained close enough to sense any danger that might lay behind.. His dark leather jacket and stern face spoke volumes, his silence echoing the tension that crackled in the air.When we finally reached the the steel door right at the front of the entrance I took some moment to wait and give
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( Ivy's POV)The high-pitched voices of Ivy and Dr. Collins broke the evening silence as they walked back to the car, their discussion now animated.This was a contrast to the hushed tones from just a few minutes ago. The streetlights shone, casting their rays on them as they approached the vehicle. Ivy was gesturing broadly, her hands slicing through the air in a sign of her agitation, while Dr. Collins nodded emphatically, her brow furrowed lost in whatever it is they were saying.As they neared the car, Ivy’s hand moved to pull the door handle when a sudden sharp movement inside caught both women’s attention. Ivy’s eyes narrowed, her hand freezing mid-motion as she exchanged a quick, puzzled glance with Dr. Collins."Did you see that?" Ivy asked, her voice laced with a mix of curiosity and amusement.Dr. Collins raised an eyebrow, a slight smile creeping onto her face. "Looks like your twins are up to their antics again."Ivy chuckled softly, shaking her head as she glanced th
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(Ivy's POV)The taxi hummed beneath us, the steady rumble of the engine weaving into the faint whispers from the backseat. Ethan and Lily were talking in low tones, their words a mixture of arguments and hushed laughter, lost in their own little world. I glanced at them briefly, catching Ethan’s furrowed brows and Lily’s exaggerated hand movements. A small smile tugged at my lips. Kids.I turned my gaze back to the road ahead, but my mind drifted elsewhere, inevitably pulling me back to earlier that day. Adrian. It had been years since I last saw him, and yet, when our paths crossed again, my reaction had been immediate, like a reflex. I could still feel the thud of my heartbeat from the moment I saw him, standing there, looking as handsome as ever. The years hadn’t touched him, it seemed. If anything, they had only sharpened the edges of his charm.The way my stomach had turned in that moment I couldn't ignore it. I had ducked into my car, hiding like a teenager caught staring
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(IVY POV)I rushed after my kids, my heart pounding as I chased them toward the gate. They moved so much faster than I could, their small legs barely touching the ground as they sprinted ahead. My own legs, weakened by fear and exhaustion, struggled to keep up. The running about in the last few minutes, the panic that gnawed at my insides, had sapped my strength. I could feel the burn in my muscles with every step, and unlike Ethan and Lily, who seemed oblivious to the terror that still hung in the air, I was painfully aware of how fragile I had become.By the time I reached the gate, panting and desperate, I saw them both there Ethan and Lily…standing on their toes, arms outstretched, trying to reach the keys hanging just out of their grasp. Their fingers curled and stretched, but they were simply too small to reach it.“Stand back,” I muttered, my voice strained but firm. I ushered them away from the gate, still cautious, the acrid smell of dust and gunfire lingering in the a
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(IVY POV)The tension was thick in the air, suffocating like smoke. I could feel it soreness in my throat, making it hard to breathe. Adrian’s presence loomed large, his eyes darting between Dr. Collins, and I with a storm brewing behind them. The gun in his hand was still warm, a reminder of how close we were to the brink. James was still lying slumped in the half-open car door, holding his twisted ankle, his face contorted with pain and fear.Adrian’s face twisted with confusion as he turned to us, his brow furrowed and lips pursed in frustration. "Do you guys know him?" His voice was sharp, demanding answers. Before any of us could respond, he proceeded to fire off a barrage of more questions, his agitation growing with each word.“And by the way, who were those guys banging at your gate? What was all that commotion for? And who were those kids you were with moments ago? And how long have you even been arou…?”“I’m… I’m innocent.” Adrian’s interrogation was cut short by t
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(Maxwell POV)I paced up and down the length of my study, my footsteps echoing against the hardwood floor, a relentless rhythm that mirrored my growing impatience. The room was dimly lit, my shadow dancing on the walls, the only light coming from the faint glow of the desk lamp in the corner. I glanced at my wristwatch again its ticking felt louder, more insistent, like a countdown I couldn’t control."Where the hell are they?" I muttered under my breath, my gaze shifting to the door as if willing it to burst open with answers.Levi and his men should have been back by now. Their task was simple: capture the girl and her kids alive.The informant had sworn he knew exactly where she was staying; there should have been no complications. But time was dragging, and every passing minute felt like an eternity.I reached the end of the wall for the third time and stopped, letting out a frustrated sigh before finally sinking into my chair. My legs ached from the restless pacing, but my
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Ivy's POVThe court session concluded, and everyone was dismissed as the case came to an end. Adrian and I emerged victorious. Barrister Maxwell, along with Caleb and Vanessa, was taken away after the judge found them guilty on all counts. The judge then announced their sentences.I rushed to hug Adrian tightly, fully aware that nothing could ever come between us. Dr. Collins and her husband were pleased for us, relieved that their sacrifices had not been in vain. I felt no sympathy for those who had wronged us; they deserved to face the consequences for the deaths of my parents and siblings."Ivy, where are the kids?" Adrian asked. "The officers went to Barrister Maxwell's house to bring them back," I replied. We remained in the courthouse area, celebrating our victory as more people came to congratulate us.I was still pondering what had happened and who had sent the messages to the thugs holding me captive, prompting them to flee. My thoughts were interrupted when a police van arri
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Maxwell's POV We all took our seats in the courtroom, waiting for the judges and my lawyer to arrive. I had confidence in my lawyer; I knew he wouldn't let me down since I had paid him well. Adrian had been instructed to bring forth all his witnesses, which he did.I was taken aback to see Mrs. Hawkins, the head maid, among them. "How is she a witness for Adrian?" I asked Caleb, who was sitting beside me. "I have no idea, boss," he replied. "But she wasn't there when you paid all the maids and Vanessa to testify against Adrian," I whispered. "You're right, Caleb."So she went behind my back to conspire with Adrian, her employer, to testify against me. I resolved to deal with her after this. As each of Adrian's witnesses was called to give their testimony, it became clear that only Dr. Collins had any evidence to support the allegations against me. The judge asked if I had sent thugs to her house to threaten her and even shoot her husband. I denied everything, even though I knew deep
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Adrian's POV I turned and realized it was already morning—the day of the court case. I felt a surge of joy and excitement as I awaited the officers to call me so we could head to the courthouse. My thoughts drifted to Ivy and the kids, and I hoped Ivy would be there to testify against the old Barrister Maxwell and Caleb. Her testimony was crucial for my chances of winning the case.Before long, an officer arrived to escort me to the courthouse, which was only a short distance from the police station. I was taken to a waiting area where I would be called when it was my turn to testify against Barrister Maxwell and Caleb. While I was there, my lawyer, Gabriel, entered and introduced himself as my legal representative.Dr. Collins and her husband arrived shortly after. I spotted them from a distance, as I wasn’t allowed to approach them. I was happy to see them, but my joy felt incomplete without Ivy's presence. As I continued to ponder Ivy's absence, Austin and the chief maid, Mrs. Haw
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Adrian's POVI was in excruciating pain for days because I had been hitting my hands against the wall. My heart felt heavy with pain and betrayal as I found myself in this situation. I couldn't help but think about the suffering Ivy and the kids must be enduring at the hands of that cruel Barrister. I wished for an end to all of this.Lost in my thoughts, one of the officers approached me and said that a man and a woman were there to see me. I wondered who they could be. The only relative I had known since my parents and siblings died in a plane crash was my grandfather.Summoning the courage to follow the officer, I was shocked to find Dr. Collins and her husband waiting for me in the visitor's center. I was relieved to see that Mr. Collins was doing well and could get around with crutches.At least I had people who could testify against the old Barrister Maxwell and Caleb in court tomorrow.When Dr. Collins saw me, she began to cry. I realized she hadn't seen me since I was imprison
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Dr Collins POV Collins and I grew increasingly concerned as Ivy's number remained unreachable over the days. I decided to call lawyer Gabriel to get an update on Adrian's case. He assured me that the case was just around the corner, with only two days left. I expressed my gratitude for his efforts to expedite Adrian's court proceedings.I shared everything I had discussed with lawyer Gabriel with Collins, emphasizing that the court date is just two days away. I told him that we should consider going home since the court case is imminent. We still haven't heard from Ivy, and the police have not provided any updates on locating her and the children.We cannot allow the old barrister Maxwell to gain the upper hand in Adrian's case. I suggested we ask the hospital to discharge him tomorrow since it's getting late today. Collins agreed that it was a good idea.Additionally, we need to check in with lawyer Gabriel to see if he has managed to contact the chief maid, Mrs. Hawkins, to serve a
