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THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Lines in the Sand
Chapter 41: Lines in the SandThe rain fell steadily without a slight break as Grace held Zira tightly, standing under the dim glow of a street light, her trembling hands refused to loosen the grip, even as her heart screamed at her to turn back. She stared at the black gates of St. Mary’s Orphanage, her breath coming in short gaps in the cold air.“You’ll be safe here,” she whispered, her voice barely audible over the rain.Zira, wrapped in a blanket, looked up at her grandmother with innocent confusion. “Grandma, where are we going?” she askedGrace knelt, her face inches from Zira’s. “Sweetheart, this is a special place where angels watch over little children. You’re going to stay here for a while, and they’ll keep you safe.” Grace replied herZira’s eyes welled with tears. “But I want to stay with you.” she said as little drops of tears streamed down her face.Grace felt her resolve cracking but forced herself to hold firm. “I know, darling. But right now, this is the best way to
Last Updated : 2025-01-16THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Goodbye Forever
Chapter 42: Goodbye ForeverThe gentle tune coming from the birds outside the orphanage home, stirred Zira awake. Her small body curled tightly under the thin blanket, but the cold, unfamiliar air engulfed her. She blinked in the dim light of the room, her heart sinking as the events of the previous night replayed.“Grandma,” she whispered, her voice trembling. The word echoed silently in the stillness of the room, a painful reminder that Grace wasn’t there.Across the room, other children were stirring, their movements slow and detached. Zira sat up, holding her blanket tightly, her eyes darting to the door. It felt like an eternity since Grace had left her with the kind faced nun.“I don’t want to stay here,” she murmured to herself. Her voice broke, and tears streamed down her cheeks. She curled herself, as she sobbed softly.The door creaked open, and Sister Agnes stepped inside, her gentle demeanor filling the space. She noticed Zira’s tear streaked face and approached slowly.
Last Updated : 2025-01-17THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Shadows at Night
Chapter 43: Shadows at NightMelissa Reynolds paced the small room of her safehouse, her fingers drumming in rhythms against the edge of the table. The light of the single bulb above her kept blinking and this did little to calm her nerves. She checked her watch for the third time in five minutes.Mr. Vale had promised her intel, something solid to help her stay one step ahead of Evelyn Hawthorne and Alex. But the man was late, and Melissa hated waiting.The faint sound of a car engine outside caught her attention. She tensed, her hand instinctively reaching for the pistol tucked into the waistband of her jeans. A shadow passed across the window, and the muffled sound of a knock echoed in the quiet room."Melissa," a voice called softly. "It's me."She moved cautiously, peering through the peephole. Mr. Vale’s face came into view, his usual calm demeanor slightly shaken. Unlocking the door, she opened it just enough to let him slip inside before bolting it again.“You’re late,” she s
Last Updated : 2025-01-18THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. It's Show Time
Chapter 44: It's Show TimeThe evening air carried a deceptive calmness, masking the storm brewing beneath the surface. In the quiet home of the Blackwood estate, Rico sat in his study, nursing a glass of whiskey while reviewing business proposals. Catherine entered with a quiet grace, her figure outlined by the warm glow of the chandelier.“I thought I’d find you here,” she said, her voice smooth as silk.Rico looked up and smiled faintly. “Just trying to stay ahead of everything.”Catherine walked over, placing her hands on his shoulders. “You work too hard, Rico. You need a break.”He chuckled, leaning back in his chair. “You sound like my mother.” he said Catherine raised an eyebrow. “I hope I’m not that insistent.” She moved to sit on the edge of his desk, her elegant gown flowing like water.“You’re much more persuasive,” Rico admitted, setting the papers aside.Catherine tilted her head. “Persuasive enough to convince you to take a night off? There’s a charity dinner tomorrow.
Last Updated : 2025-01-19THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. A Dance with Shadows
Chapter 45: A Dance with ShadowsThe gala sparkled with glamour, a testament to the wealth and influence of those in attendance. The air buzzed with the soft hum of conversation, laughter, and the occasional clink of champagne glasses. Melissa, now disguised as Allison Roman, moved through the crowd with practiced grace. She wore a sleek black gown, her hair styled in an elegant updo, and her demeanor calm yet alert. Every step she took felt like a calculated move in a high stakes game of chess.Her eyes locked on Alex Montgomery. He was leaning casually against the bar, a drink in hand, his expression unreadable. He appeared calm, but Melissa knew better, Alex was a man on edge, and tonight, he was a target, her target.She adjusted her posture, adopting the confidence of a woman who belonged in this world. As she approached Alex, her heart pounded, but she kept her expression neutral."Mr. Montgomery," she said smoothly, her voice carrying the perfect blend of charm and authority.A
Last Updated : 2025-01-20THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Beneath the Surface
Chapter 46: Beneath the SurfaceThe cold night air brushed against Melissa’s skin as she stepped outside the bustling gala for a moment of relieve. Her close encounter with Alexis had left her shaken, but there was no room for error. Her disguise as Allison Roman was still intact, yet the walls around her felt as if they were closing in.She positioned herself near a fountain on the far edge of the garden, the cascading water masking the distant sounds of laughter and clinking glasses. Her mind worked furiously, replaying every word and glance exchanged inside. Evelyn’s presence loomed like a shadow over her mission, and Alex Montgomery, for all his reputation, appeared just as caught in the storm as anyone else.Melissa pulled out her compact earpiece and whispered, "Vale, are you there?"A faint crackle answered before his voice emerged, steady and low. "I’m here. What happened?""Too much attention," she admitted, glancing back toward the glowing windows of the ballroom. "Alexis Ha
Last Updated : 2025-01-21THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Unraveling the Threads
Chapter 47: Unraveling the ThreadsThe air in the faintly lit office remained still as Melissa pressed herself further into the shadows, her heart hammering continuously, rhythmically in her chest. Alexis Hawthorne's voice echoed through the room, sharp, unforgiving and menacing."I’ll find you," Alexis murmured, her tone dangerously smooth, each step bringing her closer to Melissa’s hiding spot.Melissa’s fingers tightened around the handle of the knife hidden in her gown, every fiber of her being screaming for her to act. But she couldn’t afford a confrontation, not here, not now. The file in her bag was too important to risk losing and anything could risk her take death being exposed.Alexis paused, her sharp gaze sweeping the room, her lips curving into a predatory smile. "You’re clever, I’ll give you that. But cleverness only gets you so far, I begin where your cleverness ends."Melissa steadied her breathing, counting the seconds as Alexis took another step forward. She needed a
Last Updated : 2025-01-22THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Into the Fire
Chapter 48: Into the FireMelissa’s breath was shallow, her back pressed against the cold, textured wall of the service hallway. Her ears strained to pick up every sound over the echo of her pounding heart. The gala was still alive with music and chatter, but the danger closing in on her was deafening in its own silence.The stolen file in her bag felt like a ticking bomb, one she had to get out before the Hawthornes discovered its absence. But escaping unnoticed was proving impossible. Evelyn’s security team had spread across the venue, locking down exits. And Alexis Hawthorne’s voice, sharp and brimming with menace, still rang in her ears: “I’ll find you.”Melissa adjusted her earpiece, her fingers trembling slightly. “Vale, I need an out. Now.”“Working on it,” Vale replied, his tone clipped. “They’ve locked down all the main doors. You’ll have to use the service tunnels beneath the building. I’m uploading the schematics to your watch now, just because I don't want to say I told yo
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THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. One Good, Two Bad.
Chapter 61: One Good, Two Bad.Rachel sat at the farthest corner of the school library, her fingers flipping through the pages of a thick textbook. The familiar scent of old paper and ink filled the air, a quiet comfort in the otherwise chaotic world of high school.She didn’t mind being alone.It was easier this way.People at St. Augustine’s Academy, one of the city’s most elite private schools weren’t cruel to her, but they weren’t friendly either. She was neither rich enough to be admired nor outgoing enough to be noticed. The other students barely acknowledged her presence, as if she were part of the furniture.Rachel had stopped trying to fit in years ago.“Class, before we begin, I want to acknowledge something,” Mr. Grayson, their economics teacher, said as he entered. He was one of the few teachers who actually noticed her.He turned to face the class. “We had a round of mock exams last week, and the highest scorer as usual where a number of kids but someone had given a large
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. New Beginning, Old Shadows
Chapter 60: New Beginning, Old ShadowsFifteen years had passed, and the world had moved on. The city still played with power, its undercurrents of corruption as strong as ever. The names that ruled it, Blackwood and the Hawthorne had not faded, only grown more ruthless.And among them, hidden in plain sight, was a girl who had no idea she was part of that world.Rachel Smith.Or, as she had once been called Zira.She didn’t remember the name. She didn’t remember much of anything from the life she’d left behind.But some things, even forgotten, never truly disappeared.***The Smith's Household: Two Sisters, Two RealitiesThe Smith's were a good family. At least, that’s what everyone believed.And in some ways, it was true. They weren’t cruel. They didn’t raise their voices, didn’t hit, didn’t mistreat her.But love?That was different.Rachel sat at the dinner table, the warm glow of the chandelier above them casting soft light over the polished mahogany. The smell of roasted chicken
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Before A New Era.
Chapter 59: Before A New Era.The world had shifted, but the game? The game was still the same, power, secrets, and survival. Only this time, the rules were different.Some won. Some lost. And some? They simply waited for their next move, it took years but it never ended.***Evelyn’s Unfinished BusinessEvelyn Hawthorne sat in her dim lit office, her fingers tapping against the polished wood of her desk. The city skyline stretched beyond the floor to ceiling windows, a reminder of everything she had built… and everything she had yet to destroy.Dominic, her right hand, stood by the door, watching her closely. “We have a problem,” he said.She exhaled slowly, swirling the whiskey in her glass. “I don’t like problems, Dominic.”“This one won’t go away.” he saidEvelyn arched a brow. “Alison Roman?”“She disappeared.” he answered Silence."Isn't that suppose to be Alexis and Alex job?" She fired back, staring at him.Evelyn didn’t react right away, but the weight in the room changed. D
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Shadows and Reckonings
Chapter 58: Shadows and ReckoningsThe night was thick with tension. Evelyn Hawthorne sat in her car, the soft hum of the engine filling the silence. Across the street, the remnants of the burned warehouse still smoldered, sending wisps of smoke curling into the dark sky. Her men were scattered, stationed at vantage points, waiting for movement.And then it came.A black SUV, tinted windows, slow and cautious, pulled up near the alleyway. Someone had come to investigate the aftermath of her destruction. Evelyn smiled coldly.“Finally,” she murmured.Dominic, her enforcer, leaned forward. “Want us to move in?” he askedEvelyn held up a hand. “No. Not yet. Let them think they’re safe, I also want to see who it is.”She watched as a figure stepped out of the SUV, their figure obstructed by shadows. They stood still for a moment, surveying the damage, then pulled out a phone. Whoever they were, they were making a call.Evelyn’s fingers drummed against her armrest. “Find out who they’re ca
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Resilience and Confessions.
Chapter 57: Resilience and Confessions.The night air smelled of smoke and destruction. The fire raged, licking at the sky as the old warehouse collapsed in on itself. Evelyn Hawthorne stood a safe distance away, her face illuminated by the flickering flames, eyes cold and calculating.Her men moved like shadows around her, efficient, ruthless. This was just the beginning. Whoever had taken over Alex Montgomery’s empire had hidden well, but Evelyn wasn’t one to play guessing games. She’d draw them out the old-fashioned way, by making them bleed, This wasn't a fight for her children as she had instructed them to watch and learn how it is done.One of her men, a tall enforcer named Dominic, stepped closer. “The fire will take care of any evidence. We hit three of their locations tonight. Their operation is falling apart Ma.” he aaidEvelyn took a slow breath, the scent of burning metal sharp in the air. “Good,” she murmured then smiled, “Now we wait.” she replied.If the new leader was
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. The Edge of Truth
Chapter 56: The Edge of TruthEvelyn’s Hunt for the RebelThe air inside the warehouse was thick with the smell of gasoline and old blood. The dim light from the overhead bulb cast long shadows on the concrete floor, where a man knelt, hands tied behind his back, his breathing coming in short gasps.Evelyn Hawthorne sat across from him, one leg crossed over the other, a glass of whiskey in her hand as she took her time mixing the amber liquid, her expression unreadable."You know why you’re here," she said finally. Her voice was soft, almost gentle, but the weight behind it made the man flinch."I ... I don’t know anything," he stammered, shaking his head. Blood trickled from a cut on his cheek, his eye already swelling shut.Evelyn sighed. "That’s disappointing." She tilted her head, watching him like a cat watching a wounded mouse. "You worked for Alex Montgomery. You took his orders, followed his commands and now, someone else is giving those orders in his name, All I want to know
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Shadows and Silence
Chapter 55: Shadows and SilenceSophia Pressures ValeThe pain hadn’t faded. Every movement sent a sharp sting through Sophia’s shoulder, but she gritted her teeth and ignored it. She had survived worse.She sat up on the couch, her body stiff from days of rest. The safe house was dim, the faint scent of antiseptic hanging in the air. She had been stitched up, cleaned, and kept breathing.But none of that mattered.Across from her, Vale sat with his legs stretched out, his phone in hand. He was too calm. Too comfortable."You look good for someone who almost died," Vale remarked without looking up.Sophia scowled. "And you look too relaxed for someone who still hasn’t found what I need." She saidVale smirked, finally setting his phone down. "You’re welcome, by the way. I did save your life." He retorted.Sophia ignored the remark. "Tell me what you found please?." She beggedVale stretched his arms over his head, yawning. "You’re not even going to let me enjoy this moment?" He giggle
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. A Past That Won’t Stay Buried
Chapter 54: A Past That Won’t Stay BuriedSophia Wakes UpThe first thing Sophia felt was pain, sharp, deep, and unforgiving pain. It dragged her up from the heavy darkness, pulling her toward consciousness like a weight pressing against her chest. She let out a slow, shaky breath, feeling her body protest at the slightest movement.Then she heard footsteps.Her eyes fluttered open, and the dim glow of a bedside lamp made her squint her eyes. She wasn’t in the motel anymore. The air smelled sterile, the walls bare. A safe house? A hospital?She shifted, and pain flared through her shoulder, making her suck in a sharp breath."You're awake." He said That voice. She knew it. Calm, unreadable.Sophia turned her head slowly. Vale was standing near the window, arms crossed, his face half hidden in the shadows."You’re lucky I was keeping an eye on you," he said, walking toward her. "Otherwise, you'd be dead."Sophia swallowed, her throat dry. "Where… am I?" She asked."Somewhere safe," Va
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Lost and Not Found
Chapter 53: Lost and Not FoundSophia sat on the edge of the motel bed, scrolling mindlessly through her phone. Her hands trembled slightly as she searched for any news about Grace. It had been days, and she hadn’t heard from her mother. That wasn’t like her. Grace always found a way to check in, even if it was just a short message.Her stomach twisted with unease. She typed "Grace Silverton" into the search bar, praying for something, anything, to ease her fears.The first headline made her breath hitch.LOCAL WOMAN FOUND DEAD IN APARTMENT. SUSPECTED FOUL PLAY.Sophia's vision blurred as she clicked on the article."Grace Silverton, 58, was found dead in her apartment late last night. Authorities suspect foul play, though details remain unclear. Sources indicate that Holloway had no known enemies, and investigators are working to determine the cause of the attack."The phone slipped from her hands and hit the floor with a dull thud. Her breath came in short gasps, her chest tightenin
