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Shadows Of Deception Chapter 60
(THIRD POV)Margaret Collins stood frozen in the dimly lit hallway, her mind trapped in a whirlwind of memories she had tried so hard to bury. Collins’s retreating figure blurred before her eyes, but it wasn’t him she saw anymore. It was the name that was now hanging between them.It was the name of Salindra her late daughter, her secret, her greatest… heartache. The years they had spent trying to rebuild, to move past the unbearable loss, crashed over her like waves, dragging her back into a past she could never fully escape.She staggered back against the wall, her breath hitching as the memories flooded in. Salindra’s soft, shy smile, the way she would hide behind her long hair when she was nervous, and the light in her eyes that had slowly dimmed over time, all resurfaced with painful clarity. Margaret squeezed her eyes shut, but it only intensified the images.Salindra had been the product of a teenage love affair gone horribly wrong, a daughter Margaret had fiercely protect
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(THIRD POV)The dim light from the phone's screen flashed faint shadows on Collin’s face as he hovered over Margaret yet again, careful not to let his breath stir her. Her body was still lying, cocooned in the blankets, a few strands of her dark hair falling loosely across her sleeping face. The slow, steady rise and fall of her chest reassured him onceMargaret was really in deep sleep. .Perfect. Confidence surged in him now, his movements growing more assured. He tiptoed away from her side, careful to avoid the familiar creak in the floorboard near the foot of the bed. he started to tap on her phone, scrolling through until something immediately caught his eye.His breath hitched as he found the message…recently sent…to a contact listed simply as Gabriel. A knot formed in his stomach as he clicked on it, the screen expanding to reveal the words Margaret had sent just hours earlier.Collins squinted at the text, reading aloud in a low whisper, “Look... look Lawyer, you doub
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(IVY’s POV)After the kids left for their room, silence settled between us. I could feel the weight of it pressing down, thick and suffocating. Adrian’s eyes locked onto mine, sharp and probing. For a moment, neither of us spoke, the tension between us heavy like a storm. His lips twitched into a smirk, though his eyes betrayed a sharper edge."You know I’m still waiting.” “he muttered, folding his arms across his chest, his gaze never leaving my face. Then, with a slow, mischievous twist of his lips, he stressed my fake name. "J..o..a..n."The way he said it, was with jocular emphasis, a mocking challenge. My heartbeat quickened, but I held his stare, refusing to flinch. Slowly, I nodded, acknowledging the game he thought we were playing."Why don’t you have a seat first," I suggested, gesturing toward the chair across from me. My voice was calm, controlled, but inside, my nerves were burning up.Adrian glanced at the seat as if it had just appeared, his brow lifting slig
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(IVY POV)Adrian’s face went rigid, disbelief in his blue eyes as they remained fixed on mine. I could feel the intensity of his gaze, his pupils narrowing slightly, searching my face like he was waiting for me to retract the words..But I didn’t. The air between us grew heavier, thickening with a tension I wasn’t sure either of us could bear."My grandfather?" he finally muttered, his voice barely more than a breath, but his words seemed to echo in the small room. His eyes were wide now, unblinking, holding onto mine like he was afraid to let go of this truth.I nodded slowly, the weight of it pressing down on me, my hands instinctively reaching for his. His skin was warm beneath my touch, the pulse in his wrist quickening under my fingers. “It’s part of the reason why I ran away that night…” I whispered, my voice unsteady but firm.Adrian leaned forward, his posture stiff but his head nodding along vigorously, as if suddenly recalling something buried deep. His face shifted,
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(IVY POV)When Adrian made the announcement, my heart sank. The police had mentioned we had need to give our statements after they took James in, but why now? It was already late what could possibly be so urgent? I crossed my arms, frowning slightly as I leaned against the wall, watching Adrian pace.“Isn’t it a bit late for all of that?” I asked, my voice laced with disbelief. “Can’t it wait until tomorrow?” I sighed, feeling the weight of the day pressing down on me… “Besides, I’ve been trying to reach Dr. Collins, and she’s not picking up. I don’t know... something just doesn’t feel right.”There was a knot in my stomach that refused to loosen.Dr. Collins never went this long without responding. The silence from her end was suffocating, and it only made the tension in the room worse.Adrian rubbed his hand over his face, a gesture I had seen him carry out too many times of recent….one that meant he was growing impatient. His eyes flashed with frustration as he spoke. “The
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(Ivy's POV)My mind was panicking as we were on our way to the police station and thinking of what would happen to the kids and Adrian. If anything happens to Lily and Ethan, I can't forgive myself.Looking through the rearview mirror seeing Adrian furious and calculating makes my heart dump. As Adrian speeds the car in order to meet with the policemen that called us earlier to come to the police station on behalf of James case.I was focused and determined… I didn't know if the police men were real or if they were from the old Barrister Maxwell and Caleb.I turned back to the backseat staring at Lily and Ethan to ensure they were safe, the little ones were busy playing with the toys. I smiled and my gaze met Adrian's face seeing his hand in the wheel and anxious as he sped up.I look forward and see that we're just close to the police station. I made a silent prayer for my kids and Adrian…. My mind flashed back to all I have been through and seeing Adrian by my side, I can't take i
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I felt a surge of anxiety after hearing from Levi, the leader of the thugs, that Ivy has returned to the city. Not only did she come back, but she also brought children with her.I leaned forward, resting my hand on the reading table in my study, contemplating the potential danger if Adrian discovers Ivy's return.I wondered who the children might belong to. Could they be Caleb's, her ex-husband? No, that didn't seem likely since she wasn't pregnant when I arranged for her to work as a maid for Adrian Blackwood, changing her name from Ivy to Joan.Ever since Levi delivered the news of Ivy's return, I had been sweating both inside and out. I could feel my carefully laid plans for the past decade crumbling unless I devised a better strategy.I risked losing everything I had invested in this scheme. My face twisted in a mix of anger and curiosity.I leaned back and exhaled deeply. Pulling out my phone, I attempted to call Levi, but his line was busy. My frustration grew. Who could he pos
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Third POVDr. Collins declined to answer the call, despite Mr. Collins extending his hand towards her in an attempt to prompt her response. The caller continued to ring until the phone ceased vibrating. I was aware that it was Ivy attempting to reach me, but I had saved her number under Gabriel's name due to my husband Collins's growing suspicion and anxiety regarding the implications of Ivy's situation.Mr. Collins frequently reminded me of our relocation from our previous residence to this one, a move prompted by the threats posed by Ivy's former husband, Caleb, and the old barrister, who had endangered our lives if we failed to produce Ivy. I felt a strong compulsion to assist Ivy; I was determined not to allow a repeat of the tragedy that befell my daughter, Salindra, whom I could not save from her misguided affections.My reverie was interrupted when Mr. Collins handed the phone to me, bringing me back to the present. "Collins is not what you think," I asserted, but he did not re
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Ivy's POV It wasn't long after a delightful dinner in our new home. Lily and Ethan were thrilled to finally be in their father's house. The maids made sure to direct everyone, including Dr. Collins and her husband, just as Adrian had instructed. I had no idea Adrian had such a talent for decorating and arranging a home. The last time I was here, I came as a maid, but now I was the lady of the house.So much had changed around the house, and I was genuinely happy that we were living as a joyful family. I went to check on Dr. Collins and her husband to ensure they were comfortable. "Ivy, thank you so much for making us feel at home. Adrian, your house truly feels like an estate," she said with a smile.I mentioned that we needed to start preparing for the wedding since it was approaching quickly. "That's true, Ivy," she replied. I knew Adrian had told me not to worry about the arrangements because he had hired people to handle everything, but as the host of the occasion, I still felt r
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Adrian's POV After winning the court case in my favor, I started to envision a new life with Ivy. It's time to make her my wife officially—there's no reason to delay. She has choose the date for our wedding, and I'm determined to make it a beautiful and glamorous occasion for her and our children.I need to secure my father's company and properties now that Barrister Maxwell and Caleb have been arrested and are facing their consequences.I felt immense joy knowing that Ivy and the kids are finally living with me, but I want to take them to my mansion, where they truly belong and can be well taken care of. I also need to find Mrs. Hawkins, my chief maid, to reward her for maintaining her integrity and not compromising herself for money.I will hire new maids to serve my queen, Ivy, and our children. I want her to have no worries; she deserves to be treated like the queen she is.With all these thoughts and plans in mind, I hurried to the shower to get ready before heading to my grandf
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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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IVY'S POV I was held in custody at the old Barrister Maxwell's instruction. I wasn't given any food or water, but somehow, I managed to endure for days without it. I have no idea where the strength and resilience to survive in such conditions came from.The thugs were incredibly harsh with me, even denying me the privacy to relieve myself. But that wasn't my main concern. I wasn't meant to be here for this long. I've been in this custody for three days now."Hey, woman, you want to implicate us, right?" one of the guards said before leaving the room where I was being held. I overheard the leader telling his men that they had received a message from the Barrister to let me go because the police were coming after them.What could be the reason for this sudden change of plans? I wondered. Perhaps the court case was turning against Barrister Maxwell and Caleb, and they wanted to avoid being implicated. That seemed likely; otherwise, what could explain this abrupt shift?"Can you at least
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Maxwell's POV I took the kids away from Ivy to put my plans into action, especially since Adrian is going to court tomorrow and Ivy is already in my custody. I’m curious to see how she will testify against me.The driver skillfully navigated the busy streets as we made our way to the house, ignoring the chatter and screams of the kids I had taken from Ivy.“Hey, little ones, we’re home now. Feel free to think of this as your new home,” I told them. They didn’t respond or show any signs of acceptance; instead, they just stared at me. “Let’s go. We can’t stay here.”“Listen, the sooner you start seeing this place as your new home, the better it will be for you, because soon I will be your new parent.”“You can never be our parent, you evil man! After everything you did to Uncle Adrian and our mom, there’s no way you’ll ever be our parent!”“Let me show you to your new room,” I said to the kids, but they refused to go inside, so I had to insist.Lily and I were in the room that the old
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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
