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THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Shadows Within Shadows
Chapter 9: Shadows Within ShadowsMelissa blinked her eyes against the harsh white light of the hospital room, her body weighed down by exhaustion and chronic pain. A fresh, yet lifeless scent of antiseptic hung in the air, accompanied with the faint beeping of the monitors by her bedside. She reached for the glass of water on the side table, wincing in pain as her body protested. Her mind, however, was a jumble of thoughts.The explosion, the shattered car. The images she’d so carefully gathered, all gone.A sharp knock on the door interrupted her thoughts. She froze, because she wasn’t expecting anyone, her heart raced as a tall figure stepped into the room. He was dressed in a sleek black suit, his face partially obscured by a wide hat. The man moved with an air of precision, closing the door behind him quietly.“Ms. Reynolds,” he said his voice low and calm. “My name is Mr. Vale and we need to talk.”Melissa narrowed her eyes. “If you’re here to finish the job, you’ll have to try
Last Updated : 2024-12-13THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Ruthless Measures
Chapter 10: Ruthless Measures The Blackwood estate tensed, more tensed than usual, every corner alive there was whispers of betrayal and fear. Lydia’s recent disappearance had left a shock to the Blackwood, one that no excuse could fully explain. Rico knew better than to believe the lies Alex had fed the family, but he had no confirmation to his suspicion and fear kept his questions locked in his heart. Down the hall, Catherine stood in her bedroom, her hand trembling as she gripped the edge of the dresser, Elisa, her lookalike cousin, seated on the couch behind her, the tension between them visible. “I can’t believe you dragged me into this mess,” Elisa said, her voice sharp. “You volunteered,” Catherine snapped, turning to face her. “I didn’t force you to come here and pose as me.” Elisa’s eyes narrowed. “I agreed because you said it would be temporary. But now Alex is watching me like a hawk, and your little secret is about to get us both killed.” The words hit Catherine
Last Updated : 2024-12-14THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Ties That Bind
Chapter 11: Ties That BindThe Blackwood estate bustled with activity as the wedding preparations for Rico Blackwood and Catherine Lionel reached fever pitch. The extensive grounds were filled with florists, caterers, and designers, each rushing to finalize their work. Yet, beneath the celebratory disguise, something didn’t feel right.In the grand sitting arena, Karen Blackwood, elegant in a tailored navy dress, sipped her tea with a calm demeanor that contradictive her dismissive tone. Ray Blackwood, her husband, sat across from her, flipping through pages of a financial report with little concern for the turmoil within his family.“This floral arrangement isn’t what I requested,” Karen said, gesturing at a sample bouquet. “The roses are far too large. Catherine’s wedding deserves perfection, not this... mediocrity.”The wedding planner, a wiry man with frazzled nerves, nodded hastily. “Yes of course, Mrs. Blackwood. I’ll have it corrected immediately.”Ray glanced up briefly. “Kare
Last Updated : 2024-12-15THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Buried Truths
Chapter 12: Buried TruthsThe Blackwood mansion shone under the afternoon sun, its towering pillars and expansive gardens exude an air of wealth and influence. Preparations for Rico Blackwood and Catherine Lionel’s upcoming wedding were in full swing, with staff bustling about, attending to florals, guest lists, and an endless stream of deliveries, the wedding was the next day, amid the orchestrated chaos, a sleek black car pulled up the estate's circular driveway.Richard Lionel stepped out, as he set his feet on the ground and poked his head, the atmosphere changed; a different air of wealth and power, His sharp navy-blue suit complemented his partly gray and partly black hair, while his dark eyes carried a piercing gaze. He had spent months traveling across continents, overseeing his business empire, and now he was back for his daughter’s wedding, although unwillingly, it is expected that he would be there.Inside, Catherine sat in her room, reviewing fabric samples with her assist
Last Updated : 2024-12-16THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Woven Fates
Chapter 13: Woven FatesIt was dawn; the day broke with a soft golden light, the sun casting its warm glow over the Blackwood estate. Every inch of the vast mansion and its gardens had been polished to perfection, as if trying to mask the cracks beneath its shiny surface. Today was the day, Rico Blackwood and Catherine Lionel’s would officially get wedded, an event that had drawn the who’s who of high society.Inside the bridal suite, Catherine sat before her dressing table, her hands steady as she applied the final touches to her makeup. Her ivory gown floating around her, a masterpiece of delicate lace and sparking pearls. Yet beneath her composed exterior, a sense of unease hummed in the background.Elisa paced near the window, her fingers clutching the edge of the curtains. From her vantage point, she could see the guests arriving powerful men in tailored suits, women in glamorous gowns, their chatter filling the air with a gentle buzz. She felt suffocated her breath hitching as s
Last Updated : 2024-12-17THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Trouble in Hidden Places
Chapter 14: Trouble in Hidden PlacesThe sun had barely set, and the quiet hum of city life came alive. It was one of those evenings where everything appeared calm, a little too calm. In her small but comfortable home, Sophia cradled Zira, her newborn daughter, who had finally fallen asleep. The soft rhythm of Zira’s breathing brought Sophia a fragile sense of peace, but it didn’t last long.She sat on the edge of the bed, her back against the couch, staring out of the window. The curtains fluttered slightly as a breeze pushed through the cracks. Grace had offered to stay, but Sophia insisted she needed some time alone to adjust. The truth was, she didn’t want anyone else to get hurt. Her instinct told her trouble wasn’t far behind.The world outside had changed since Zira’s arrival. Sophia could feel it. For weeks, she had been hiding, avoiding even a whisper of the Blackwoods. She knew they were still searching for her, though for what purpose, she couldn’t say. Did they want to sil
Last Updated : 2024-12-18THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Escape
Chapter 15: Escape The night felt endless for Sophia as she sat in the corner of her apartment, cradling Zira. The baby who was still fast asleep, her tiny chest rising and falling with steady breaths. Sophia couldn’t stop replaying the attack in her mind, the masked intruder, the struggle, the blood, the body in her living room. She had acted on instinct, but now she was left with the horrifying aftermath, she killed a person.Her hands were still shaking as she checked her phone again. No missed calls, no messages. She was alone, but for how long? The body in her living room was a ticking clock, a silent threat reminding her that she had no time to waste.Sophia’s mother, Grace, had called earlier in the day, she offering to visit, ever since she moved a few blocks away to give Sophia space and privacy,. Sophia regretted brushing her off now. She could have used someone; anyone to be with her, to remind her she wasn’t completely alone in this fight.She whispered softly to Zira, “W
Last Updated : 2024-12-19THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Digging Deep
Chapter 16: Digging DeepThe room was lit dimly, a single bulb swinging gently above Alex Montgomery’s head as he stared at the large map spread across the table. Red pins marked various locations across the city and beyond. His team moved around him like ghosts, silent and efficient, knowing better than to disturb him while he worked.Sophia had slipped through his fingers, and that wasn’t something Alex could tolerate. His jaw tightened as he lit a cigar, taking a slow drag before exhaling.“We’re expanding the search,” Alex said, his voice low but firm. “Every bus station, every train stop, I want them combed. Sources are she has a child, we need to figure out, if the child is hers, then that’s our leverage.”One of his men stepped forward hesitantly. “Sir, what if she’s already gone too far? There’s only so much ground we can cover without”“Without what?” Alex interrupted, his gaze freezing the man in place.“Without drawing attention,” the man finished, his voice faltering.Alex
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THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Bloodlines and Solidarity.
Chapter 36: Bloodlines and Solidarity.The Blackwood estate was shrouded in the warm glow of dusk, but inside Evelyn’s private study, the air was cold and calculating. The sharp click of her heels echoed as she paced before the wide oak desk. Standing before her were her twin children, Adrian and Alexis, poised and unflinching under their mother’s penetrating gaze.Adrian, tall and sharply dressed in a tailored navy suit, exuded precision and control. His movements were measured, his posture a mirror of his mother’s authority. Beside him stood Alexis, her raven-black hair pulled into a sleek ponytail, her dark eyes gleaming with cunning. Unlike Adrian’s reserved demeanor, Alexis radiated a quiet intensity, her confidence palpable.“I’m giving you both an opportunity,” Evelyn began, her voice low but commanding. “Alex has proven to be a disappointment, and I need someone capable of cleaning up the mess he’s left behind.”Adrian smirked faintly. “Cleaning up after Alex is hardly a chall
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Shadows in Motion
Chapter 35: Shadows in MotionMelissa kept her steps measured, her head low, as she slipped into the poorly lit café nestled in the heart of a foreign city. The bustling chatter around her offered a strange comfort, a disguise for an important meeting. Her plain clothes and dyed brown hair transformed her into someone unremarkable, blending seamlessly into the crowd. She scanned the room briefly before settling in a corner booth.When the waiter approached, she barely glanced up. “Black coffee,” she murmured.Minutes later, a figure joined her, sliding into the seat across the table. Vale looked as casual as ever, but the tension in his jaw gave him away.“You’re late,” Melissa said flatly.Vale smirked. “You’re the one who staged your death. I figured you’d appreciate unpredictability.”She frowned. “This isn’t a game, Vale. Evelyn thinks I’m dead, and I need it to stay that way.”Vale leaned forward, his voice lowering. “Do you know how many people want you gone? Evelyn isn’t the on
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Mirrors and Smoke
Chapter 34: Mirrors and SmokeMelissa pressed her foot harder on the gas pedal, her heart hammering as the headlights behind her grew closer. The narrow alley ahead offered no escape routes, only darkness and desperation. She veered sharply to the right, tires screeching as she slipped into a side street and killed the engine. Her breath came fast, her pulse loud in her ears. She gripped the steering wheel, forcing herself to think.She couldn’t outrun Evelyn, not forever. If she wanted to survive, she had to disappear completely. Not just off the grid, but out of existence.Vale’s words echoed in her head from their last meeting. “If you want to win this war, you have to die first.”She hadn’t understood then, but she did now. Evelyn needed to believe she was gone. Only then could Melissa move without eyes on her every move. She fumbled for her burner phone and typed out one last message.“I can’t fight anymore. I’m sorry. Don’t look for me.” she wrote.She hit send and tossed the ph
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Turning Tides
Chapter 33: Turning TidesThe dim glow of Melissa’s laptop illuminated her face as she scrolled through the encrypted files Vale had sent earlier. Her fingers tapped impatiently against the desk, the weight of Evelyn’s threats still lingering in her mind. Evelyn had rattled her, but Melissa refused to let it show. Not to Rico, not to Justin, and especially not to Evelyn Hawthorne.She replayed their conversation in her head, Evelyn’s taunts cutting deeper than she wanted to admit. The mention of her past, her struggles, her mistakes, was not something Melissa was proud of. But she’d fought her way out of that life, fighting for every opportunity to get where she was. No one, especially not Evelyn, would drag her back.Her phone buzzed.Unknown Number: "Clock’s ticking. Decide where you stand."Melissa slammed the laptop shut and stood. She couldn’t let Evelyn control the narrative. She needed leverage, something Evelyn wouldn’t see coming. And if she had to dig deeper into the Hawthor
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Fractures and Fears
Chapter 32: Fractures and FearsThe meeting point was an abandoned warehouse on the outskirts of town. The flickering lights barely cut through the shadows, adding to Melissa’s unease. She stood near the entrance, her arms crossed tightly as Rico and Justin waited in the car nearby, ready in case things went south, they also had back up plan Incase Evelyn decide to try to murder her.The heavy clang of metal doors echoed as Evelyn Hawthorne entered. She wasn’t alone. Two men followed her, their expressions blank, but their movements screamed trained professionals, ready to kill on order.Melissa squared her shoulders. “You didn’t come alone, scared of little me?” she said as she giggled dryly.Evelyn smirked. “Did you expect me to? You’re brave, I’ll give you that. But bravery doesn’t mean much when you’re outmatched.”Melissa kept her voice steady. “You’re not out of reach, Evelyn. I have enough to make you fall and me being alive saves you from so much.”Evelyn tilted her head, as t
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Desperate Moves
Chapter 31: Desperate MovesThe tension in the poorly lit hideout was suffocating. Rico paced back and forth, his fists clenching and unclenching as Melissa and Justin worked frantically at the table cluttered with papers, laptops, and USB drives. The clock on the wall ticked loudly, reminding them that time was slipping away, only three hours left, and they had nothing concrete.Melissa slammed her laptop shut. "No one’s talking. I’ve contacted every informant, every scared insider I could find, and not one of them is willing to come forward."Rico stopped pacing and turned to face her. "We need something, anything. She killed my sister, Melissa. We can’t let her walk away from this."Justin rubbed his temples, his voice grim. "We’ve got dirt on Evelyn, but it’s not enough to take her down completely. And even if it was, who’s going to stand up to her? The Hawthornes practically own the police and the courts."Melissa’s eyes flickered with determination. "We’re out of time. I’m not a
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Deeper Secrets
Chapter 30: Deeper Secrets.The Blackwood estate loomed in the poor evening light, The pillars casting long shadows across the polished floors. The atmosphere inside was stiff, heavy with unspoken words and tension, Rico stood in the center of the living room, fists clenched, his eyes burning with unrelenting anger.Karen sat primly on the edge of the couch, her shoulders trembling, while Ray leaned against the fireplace, his hands gripping the mantle as though steadying himself. Maya leaned by the window, her fingers tugging nervously at her bracelet, her face pale.They had given all their staffs, a day off, to be ensure this conversation stayed strictly within them.Rico’s voice cut through the silence like a whip, “Are we just going to sit here and act like nothing happened?, I am sick and tired of you behaving as though Lydia was not a member of this family!”Karen flinched, but Ray’s gaze remained fixed on the flames. Rico took a step closer, his words dripping with venom.“Lyd
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. Reflections
Chapter 29: ReflectionsHow did I get here? Evelyn though as she leaned back in her chair, the soft creak of the door echoing through he quiet room, her fingers lingered on the glass of her desk, tracing the edge of the empty tumbler in front of her. She had a lot on her mind, but there was one thing she couldn’t shake: the increasing pressure from all sides.She glanced up as the door creaked open, and Alex stepped into her office, his usual confidence absent. She studied his face. The past few days had been rough for both of them. He looked exhausted, worn down by something more than just the usual business dealings.She was in an unusually calm mood“Long day?” she asked, raising an eyebrow.Alex gave her a tight smile but didn’t sit. “You could say that, you’ve been quiet, too quiet, even for you.”Evelyn didn’t respond immediately, instead taking a slow sip of her drink, letting the silence hang between them.“What’s on your mind?” Alex asked again, leaning against the doorframe.
THE ABANDONED CHILD BECOMES THE BILLIONAIRES ONLY HEIR. The Clock is Ticking
Chapter 28: The Clock is TickingMelissa stared at the message glowing on her phone screen.“You have 12 hours.”Her fingers tightened around the device, her pulse racing. The poorly lit room felt and look way smaller now, the walls felt like they where closing in.Justin leaned against the desk, arms crossed. “We need to act now or not, is either now or we wait for the time to elapse.”Rico paced near the window. “Twelve hours isn’t enough time.”Melissa shot him a sharp look. “It has to be, our lives depend on it, Not you though, she wouldn't touch a Blackwood, she still need your family alliance.” She turned to Justin. “What’s Evelyn’s next move? You know her better than anyone.”Justin hesitated, "I have studied her, I don't know her" his usual arrogance dimmed by something closer to fear. “Evelyn doesn’t bluff. If we don’t give her what she wants, she’ll hit us where it hurts.”Melissa swallowed the feeling of fear forming in her throat. “Then we hit first.” she said.Rico stopp
