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Chapter 27: The Knot That Tied Us
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Stolen heaven Chapter 28: Either Or Neither
Luke smiled warmly at Caleb, who was tightly wrapped in his arms, his eyes lit with excitement at the reciprocation of it from the cute three-month-old baby who smiled pleasantly at him." He seems to like you a lot," Rissa said, watching the duo while updating the pharmacy log." Children love me a lot," Luke responded instantly without taking his eyes off Caleb who wiggled playfully in his arms.Rissa knew Caleb must have felt drawn to Luke's positive energy as everyone else did. If only she could bring herself to feel a romantic connection with him.Unfortunately, she couldn't, or probably she wasn't willing to. Love was torn out of her dictionary over a year ago when she became an infamous laughingstock of all blogs." Don't you think it is high time you put up interest in the pharmacy?" Rissa asked out of the blue taking Luke by surprise." I…I don...I don't want to Rissa," he responded frankly " Why? You are smart and intelligent," she said reminiscing over the memory of stumbl
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Stolen heaven Chapter 29: Renewed Hope
" Miss Rissa Stonebridge, your contract with Perchy Peach has been terminated," Rissa read out rubbing her eyes over and over again.She shivered slightly at the thought of her worst fear being realized. She knew her contract was about to expire at Perchy Peach processing factory, but she desperately wished to be contacted.She sat dejectedly, holding her hand to her chest; how was she going to survive single parenting without another job apart from the part-time at the pharmacy?PimPim made its way into the pharmacy signaling Mrs Wilson's return. Rissa sat up quickly, pretending to be all right." Hello, Rissa," she said, smiling pleasantly as she walked in gently. Her muscles had gotten weaker from ageing." Mrs Wilson, it took you quite some time," she said as her voice was laced with concern." Yes, I had a more elaborate test carried out on my sight," she said smiling pleasantly.Rissa's phone chimed, but she ignored it, still bittered by her supervisor's negative news." Check o
Last Updated : 2024-11-28Stolen heaven Chapter 30: Oblivious To Timing
" Mum! I am skipping music class today; Mr Wilson's is so boring," Caleb said, scrunching up his nose while adjusting his mother's oversized sunglasses that he had on.Rissa laughed out loud at his childish outburst, she pinched his nose gently "You aren't skipping classes under my watch silly"" Ouch! Mum, it hurts. Can I go to grandma's instead?" he asked with pitiful eyes.Rissa thought long as she almost fell for it but she remembered Matthew complained of Caleb's inattentiveness in class." No! I insist you don't get to skip class, Matthew.....I mean, Mr Wilson wouldn't like that, and so your grandma; you can visit her over the weekend," she said, kissing his forehead lightly." Hi supervisor," Rissa looked up to see Camela carrying her toddler and walking towards the cabin excitedly.Rissa's eyes lightened up. "Camela, hi, nice to have you here," she said, engulfing her in a tight embrace." Congratulations Rissa, I heard your long-term effort has served its reward to you; I am
Last Updated : 2024-11-29Stolen heaven Chapter 31: Leaning Towards Positivity
" No mum! I…I don't think I can," Rissa said crossing her hand over her chest." And why is that?" Stella asked raising her chin challengingly Rissa threw her a disbelieving look "Mum! You....know ....why," she stuttered." And so?" Stella responded defiantly "Look around you young lady, you and Liam is a stale news now, people have moved past it except you" " I know but....." Rissa started " But what! Rissa, you are a vibrant thirty-year-old woman with a good degree and qualifications; I can't let you rot in this countryside; you deserve better, and he deserves better, too," she said, arching her head towards Caleb, who had dozed off already." Mum, I have nowhere to return to," Rissa said, painstaken as the thought of facing Liam surfaced in her mind.The disdainful look he threw her the last time they saw each other which was the day he divorced her." You can always start over," Stella snapped back hastily "You need to meet another man of your standard and get married""Again!!
Last Updated : 2024-11-29Stolen heaven Chapter 32: What Lies Ahead
Caleb waved endlessly after disentangling himself from his teary-eyed grandmother. " Don't worry, my sweetest, I will come visiting every time," Stella shouted after them; she busted into uncontrollable tears while leaning towards Abraham, who seemed to be in a similar sad state as she was. " Mum, we will miss the train at this rate”, Rissa said playfully, her heart heavy with affection. She held Caleb tightly and also their luggage. Finally giving in to Stella's persuasion, she decided to take the opportunity the previous Asian supervisor presented to her on a platter of gold. A chance to work her transfer to Perchy Peach headquarters in Los Angeles. Fortunately, he offered to rent out an apartment in the city to her which was his sole property all his working years. They boarded the train, found a good seat close to the left window, and settled in. Caleb's enthusiasm for travelling for the first time made it less easy on her. " Mum, can't granny travel with us?" he asked te
Last Updated : 2024-11-30Stolen heaven Chapter 33: New To The Old Realism
" Miss Stonebridge?" the stout man asked raising a questioning brow " Yes, I am”, Rissa responded instantly, plastering a pleasant smile on her tense face. " This way, please," he led her to a spacious office and requested she sit opposite him. Rissa breathed in and out, gathering her courage; her mind drifted to Caleb, whom Mandy had promised to keep busy till she returned. " In order not to waste both of our precious moments, Mr Kim had sent us a recommendation letter on the merit of working in our branch factory for six years. Am I mistaken?" he asked, raising a brow at her. " No, very accurate," Rissa responded confidently "Noted, despite that, I need to have a short interview to determine if there is accuracy in his review" Rissa nodded in understanding and braced herself for likely questions she had earlier prepared to be asked. " Your resume states that you worked at Golden Fingers at a point as a marketing manager before you joined Perchy Peach as a countryside contrac
Last Updated : 2024-11-30Stolen heaven Chapter 34: Surprise! Surprise!
" Aren't you supposed to stop me from playing video games for hours? Isn't that what babysitting is about?" Caleb asked Mandy yawning lazily." Boy! I agreed to babysit you my way, not your mum's," Mandy said, shrugging her shoulder with her focus on the cortex she was applying on her legs." I think I like your own way,” Caleb said enthusiastically, picking up candy from a pile he had already munched on." Well, I guess I will make a terrible mother after all”, Mandy responded nonchalantly.“Of course, you will make a terrible mum”, Caleb responded, showing off his missing tooth.Mandy laughed hysterically, scaring Caleb, but she threw him a reassuring smile."Your accent is funnier than your blunt remarks Caleb," she said, pinching his chubby cheeks.Caleb's eyes were focused on the video game for much longer till a knock at the door distracted him." That must be mum," he said excitedly and rushed to the door.He felt a pang of disappointment when the door swung open, and a tall, f
Last Updated : 2024-12-01Stolen heaven Chapter 35: Infested Injury
Rissa picked up a bunch of flowers and wiped it over Diane's shocked pale face." How dare you!" She screamed out her lungs staring intently into her face." I am sorry, Rissa, it just happened”, Diane shouted back and busted into uncontrollable tears.Liam stood in the distance, watching their brawl with less interest, and crossed his arm over his broad chest." I trusted you; how could you marry my lover?" Rissa shot back." You betrayed him first, remember? Now he belongs to me”, Diane responded swiftly, wiping off her tears and walking into Liam's outstretched hand.She kissed him on the lips, and Rissa rushed over to attack her when she felt shaken, and Caleb's voice rang in her ear." Mum! Mum! Mum!" Caleb called out rubbing his sleepy eyes.Rissa jolted up from her dream, her conscious mind felt bad for her silly dream." What was revenge going to serve me," she muttered to herself." Mum, I want to use the restroom," Caleb cried out sleepily. Rissa picked him up and ushered hi
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“It turns out it belongs to a ghost”, Adrian said with a bewildered look on his face.Mandy almost dropped the package in fear but she managed to gather it and set it down on the table.“What do you mean a ghost?” Rissa questioned calmly, trying not to get Caleb upset.Adrian looked over at Caleb who was nonchalantly unwrapping his dinner.“The registered owner of the phone line was murdered a few months ago”, Adrian explained in a low tone.Mandy swallowed hard; she felt her appetite dwindle, replaced with fear.Who could have sent her such a threatening message?“Whosoever had sent the message is definitely dangerous; we need to be careful”, Adrian said, ruffling his hair.Rissa sank into her chair in dismay; what the hell is going on?She looked over at Mandy who was chewing on her fingers.“Do you have anyone you suspect?” Rissa questioned rationally.“None that I think of Rissa”, she responded hastily as if she had been expecting the question.“It is fine, ladies, do not panic, I
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“You are moving to my house, all of you!” Adrian said, pacing nervously.Rissa and Mandy exchanged surprised looks.“Are you kidding me!” Rissa shouted bewildered.“Yes! Yes! Yes!” Caleb shouted excitedly.“Wow! Your house?” Mandy questioned with a slightly raised brow.“Give me your phone, Mandy; I have reached out to my contacts earlier; we will trace the IP address of the sender, but in the meantime, I cannot risk it; you all have to move out for security”, Adrian rambled on impatiently.Liam's words rang loudly in his ears, infuriating him further.“I…I do not think that is necessary; we can put security in place, but moving..to your house will raise too many speculations we both do not need right now”, Rissa responded, baffled.Adrian understood her concerns perfectly well.“It is fine; I am not talking about the mansion if it would erase your concerns; I have an apartment in close proximity to Caleb's school and the company; since Mandy works remotely, It wouldn't be hard just t
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The door flung open, and Rissa walked in wide-eyedShe hastily rushed up to Adrian who was still holding Liam down.“Adrian, please! Let go”, she said pleadingly looking into his raging eyes.Adrian's stance softened, and he got away from Liam, who was yet to get over the shock.“What that hell man!” Liam shouted angrily holding his bleeding nose.“Leave now Liam”, Rissa said calmly, throwing him a warning signal.Liam turned his back to leave despite every fibre in his body not wanting to.He wanted to get back at Adrian Grey for the surprise attack.“That was for sprouting a nonsense back story!” Adrian called behind him.Liam didn't turn back, he stopped in his stride for a few seconds but walked out eventually.He was in no mood to have a brawl with Adrian Grey.How did he end up in a love triangle with such an ill-tempered jerk?Adrian felt ashamed the moment his rage disappeared.Rissa's silent treatment since he left his office has been unsettling.She had saved Liam Hickson f
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He felt sweat trickling down his back as he thought about her words.“Liam! You can never win against me”Diane's words had left a chill in him; he tried to call it a bluff, but unfortunately, Diane Donaldson doesn't bluff.“Are you okay son?” Rowen questioned suspiciously.“I am fine; sorry I got distracted for some time; where were we?” Liam said hastily.Rowen didn't question him further despite knowing something was bothering him.“He is a grown man, he should be able to deal with his shit”, Rowen thought inwardly.“Discard those copied products, I don't ever want to be at that impudent Adrian Grey's mercy”, Rowan said authoritatively.Liam scoffed silently “I believe that should be my call to make father; I am the CEO, aren't I?” He questioned with a raised brow.Rowen was taken aback by Liam's newfound confidence.He had only used the said confidence in taking a firm stand on marital aspects against him in the past but never in business.His passive nature had always baffled Row
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“How do you feel today Mr Hickson?” She questioned adjusting her eyeglasses.Liam's face scanned the whole room, and he felt an unusual sense of serenity within himself.“This place is homely”, he responded nodding approvingly.“That is the theme, to make it homely and welcoming to everyone”, she responded enthusiastically.“You mean everyone with problems”, Liam said teasingly but the woman didn't seem to mind.She smiled along with him, “I want you to be comfortable with me, Mr Hickson”.“Obviously I am, I don't waste my precious time aimlessly”, he said, maintaining eye contact with her.The woman stood up and moved to the far corner of the left wing of the spacious office.“Coffee or tea?” she questioned.Liam raised a suspicious brow, he was about to refuse when the woman interjected.“Most of my clients come visiting for my coffee even after the end of our sessions”, she said playfully.Liam laughed wholeheartedly “I see you have a sense of humour. l will try the supposed tan
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Adrian felt a chill in his spine as he watched Rissa stiffen beside him.He wanted to console her but he was yet to get over the shock of what happened earlier that evening.Caleb watched their blank expression and busted into tears.Mandy hastily consoled him and put him to bed leaving the two adults to their thoughts.“Could this be a mere traffic accident?” Adrian said defensively, breaking the awkward silence in the room.Rissa couldn't respond, her troubled mind couldn't figure out her exact thoughts.It was brief but she tried flashing back at seeing a glint of excitement in the uncovered eyes of the biker.This does seem more intentional, but is there any way to prove that?“I need to get some sleep, so do you”, Rissa said calmly, avoiding eye contact with Adrian.Adrian, taking the cue, jumped up on his feet, kissed her goodbye and left.Wasn't he supposed to console her more? He wondered.He made it home and undressed hastily in his room.In the course of saving Rissa, he sus
