CHAPTER 95Olivia's POVArriving at the hospital and parking my car, I ran in to see a lady demanding to meet James. I walked up to her and asked who she was to him only for her to tell me that she was his girlfriend. Girlfriend? James had a girlfriend and her he kept coming unto me? The doctor gave me a strange look and I looked away from him.Why did I always get the useless men? I stood there dazed before someone held me from behind. I turned to see it was Alexander and I fell in his embrace. "Don't worry Liv, we'll find him" he said comfortingly. "Why not go home and rest while I deal with this?" He said convincingly. Normally I wouldn't agree but the thought of James having a girlfriend while simultaneously trying to make me one made me annoyed so I decided not to care.I drove home, tired and exhausted and met Emma on the couch. She gave me a worried look and beckoned for me to come sit with her. "Olivia, what's going on? Maria told me you arri
CHAPTER 96Olivia's POVI took a deep breathe and began the first step to my doom or salvation whichever comes first. I climbed up the creepy staircase and into the hallway. Once I got to the room I was directed, I saw James tied up and on the floor bleeding. He was beaten badly and the bandage on his arm was ripped off.I ran to him crying and scared for his life. I gave him a hug and I lay my head on his chest to listen for his heart beat just as Lance and some men walked in."Well well, what a sorry sight we have here. So after you got out of the coma, you decided to roam around with this dog? I should've killed you when I had the chance!. You've soiled my name and reputation, what do you think will happen when the media finds you fuckin around with this thing, and now I'm going to make sure I clear that stain out with his blood and your pain". He said as he inched closer to me with a gun in hand.I held James closer to me. I could make out his fain
CHAPTER 973rd person POVAlexander parked his car outside a dark grand mansion on the dark and stormy night. Rain poured down in torrents, adding to the ominous atmosphere. It was already past midnight and He took a moment to look up at the foreboding structure before stepping out of the car. The wind howled, whipping his coat around him as he made his way towards the mansion's entrance.As he entered the dimly lit room, his gaze fell upon Lance, who sat on a chair with a sinister grin. A group of Lance's men stood nearby, their faces shrouded in shadows. Lance's voice echoed through the room, filled with dark amusement as he called out to Alexander."Ah, Alexander, so nice of you to finally grace us with your presence," Lance said, his voice dripping with evil. "I must commend you now, you've executed your plan flawlessly."Alexander's expression remained stern as he approached Lance. He had meticulously orchestrated everything that happened to man
Chapter 983rd person POVThe living room was bathed in a warm, comforting glow as Emma sat on the couch, her head had been throbbing with a persistent ache since she had gotten home. Maria, entered the room with a tray in her hands. On it sat a steaming cup of herbal tea, carefully brewed to for Emma's headache."Emma, I made you some herbal tea," Maria said softly, her voice filled with genuine concern. "It's a blend of chamomile, lavender, and peppermint. It should help soothe your headache, especially given your condition."Emma looked up, grateful for Maria's thoughtfulness. She smiled and extended her hand to accept the cup."Thank you, Maria. You always know how to take care of me," Emma said, her voice filled with gratitude.Maria returned the smile and nodded. "It's my pleasure, Emma. Take your time and drink it slowly. It's still pretty hot."As Maria left the room, Emma brought the cup to her lips, taking a small sip. The fragrant aroma e
CHAPTER 99Alexander's POVAfter a while, Maria sat on the couch next to me and Olivia on the other side. We were all lost in thoughts thinking about Alexander. My hands were trembling slightly in my lap. As I had to hold myself back from the hurt I felt for Olivia. How could Alexander do this to her? It felt like a betrayal of the deepest kind, and it left me feeling confused and wounded.Alexander had always been a kind and caring man, especially toward Olivia. He loved her with all his heart, and they shared a beautiful siblings bond that I thought to be unbreakable. But now, Olivia cursed his name, feeling betrayed by her own brother. I couldn't fathom why he would put her through this pain. There had to be something more to the story, something hidden beneath the surface that I was yet to uncover. And a part of me knew it had something to do with the documents I had found in his table and the secret room too.Just then, as if on cue, our phones chim
CHAPTER 100"Mom," I said, my voice trembling slightly. "We need to talk." There was a long pause on the other end of the line, and then my mom whispered, "Olivia, I'm so glad you've come to your senses. I know you miss mommy so much don't you?. But I'm outside the country for a while so we'll meet at our favorite park next week, I'll send you the exact date, time and place okay honey."Her words filled me with a mix of hope and apprehension. Could I trust her? Would she truly be willing to answer my questions? I didn't have the answers yet, but I knew that meeting her was the first step towards discovering the truth and reclaiming my life.Emma's POVRestless and troubled, I turned about in bed, unable to sleep. Thoughts of Olivia consumed my mind, worry gnawing at my heart with each passing moment. She had been through so much, and I couldn't help but feel a deep sense of saddness as I thought of how much pain she had to go through all alone. Finally, u
Chapter 1013rd person POVA man dressed entirely in black stood over James, a gleaming blade poised to strike at James. Olivia's voice erupted in a desperate cry, "Stop!" She rushed forward, her instinct to protect overpowering any fear that coursed through her veins. But in an instant, the man vanished, escaping through the window and blending with the inky darkness outside.Olivia's heart pounded in her chest as she crossed the room, checking on James. She breathed a sigh of relief to find him unharmed. Questions swirled in Olivia's mind. Who was this mysterious assassin, and why had he targeted James? She realized that it was most definitely once of Lance's men trying to harm James.Emma's POVI descended the stairs, each step feeling heavier than the last. The weight of my eight month and three weeks pregnant belly made every movement a struggle. The pain in my waist had become unbearable, and I longed for some relief even if for a second. As I r
Chapter 102Emma's POV"Little one, please tell Mommy not to be too upset with Daddy. Daddy is just a bit busy with work right now. But I promise, if Mommy gives me a smile, I'll fulfill all her wishes for today."His words stirred a flicker of hope within me. Perhaps I could use these wishes to my advantage and uncover the truth today. A plan began to form in my mind, as I decided to go along with the flow.I managed a small smile, masking my true feelings and intentions. "Alright, Alexander. I'll give you a smile."His face lit up, a mixture of relief and affection shining in his eyes. "Thank you, Emma. I'll do everything I can to make you happy."We continued having our breakfast in a comfortable silence, each lost in our own thoughts. My mind, however, was consumed with the plan I had devised. Today would be the day I would have to trick him into giving me his password and then I can have access to his files once more.As Alexander and I were lost