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MR. JACOB'S POVThe sight of the police officers in the theatre room sent a chill down my spine. Why were they here? Had they brought news about Kenneth’s condition, or was it something else?My thoughts raced as I exchanged glances with everyone in the room. I noticed Mrs. Johnson sitting up straighter in her chair, her expression tense. Clearly, I wasn’t the only one unnerved by their sudden arrival.Richard’s voice broke the silence. “I was the one who called the police,” he announced.Every head turned in his direction, including mine. His calm demeanor contrasted sharply with the panic rising in my chest. Why would he call the police? My mind screamed for answers. Could he know something? Had someone discovered the truth?The lead officer stepped forward, his gaze fixed on me. “Mr. Jacob, we need your attention at the station.”The words hit me like a blow. My throat went dry, and my heart pounded violently. “Why… why would my attention be needed?” I asked, my voice barely steady
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MAX POVIt was already 1 a.m., and we were still at the hospital. My eyelids feel heavy, and my body aches for the comfort of my bed.I had thought about leaving several times, but each time the thought crossed my mind, something stopped me.I couldn’t bear the idea of Richard Garrison being the only one praised for staying up late with the Johnson family.The man already had enough glory as the richest young bachelor in the state. People practically worshipped him, and the Johnsons weren’t any different.Unlike Richard, who had his own empire and employees working tirelessly for him, I was still an employee under the Johnson family.The gap between us was a constant reminder of how far I had to go to prove my worth.That thought alone was enough to keep me rooted at the hospital, even though exhaustion tugged at me relentlessly.As I leaned against the wall, watching Mrs. Johnson whisper to one of the nurses, I realized how much I needed to rest.Morning was only a few hours away, an
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NADIA POV)The hospital clock ticked loudly in the silent corridors, and I realized it was already three in the early morning. The long night had stretched beyond my endurance, but my thoughts were miles away.I glanced at Richard, who seemed as composed as ever. Despite the late hour, his tailored suit looked untouched, and his confidence radiated through the room.Richard turned to Mrs. Johnson and Tamara, speaking in a calm but commanding tone. “Mrs. Johnson, Tamara, it’s late. You both need to go home and rest. My driver is already here with one of my cars to take you home safely.”Mrs. Johnson’s face softened with gratitude. “But what about Kenneth? I can’t leave him here alone.”Richard gave her a reassuring smile. “Don’t worry about Mr. Kenneth. I’ve already arranged for a special nurse to attend to him through the night. Additionally, I’ve stationed an officer outside his ward. No one will harm him under their watch.”Mrs. Johnson clasped her hands together. “Richard, I don’t
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NADIA POVAs I Squinted, Nadia recognized the person behind the phone…it was Max. She froze, unsure of what to do, and then hurriedly stepped back, leaving the scene and returning to the engagement ball.The memory of what she saw didn’t fade. Later that night, when she spotted Max distracted, she managed to steal the broken phone from his belongings. The cracked screen didn’t matter; she was determined to find out what Max had recorded.By the time her driver arrived, she was exhausted but triumphant. He opened the door for her, and she slid into the car without a word, clutching Max’s phone tightly.When she got home, the grand gates of her mansion swung open, and several servants greeted her with polite bows as she stepped out. “Welcome home, Miss Nadia,” one of them said.She nodded absentmindedly, her mind still racing. “Where’s my mother?” she asked, her tone clipped.“Madam is in her room, Miss.”Without waiting for further explanation, Nadia marched through the elegant halls o
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NADIA POVNadia leaned over and kissed her mother’s cheek. “Don’t worry about me, Mother. Go back to sleep.”Before her mother could protest further, Nadia stood and walked out of the room, heading toward her own. The night was far from over, and she had plans to set in motion.The night stretched endlessly, the silence of the house broken only by the faint rustle of curtains swaying in the cool night breeze.Nadia paced her room, her mind racing with thoughts of everything that had happened. Despite the chaos of the engagement ball, the one thing she couldn’t shake from her mind was Mr. Jacob’s sudden visit to the police station.“What could he possibly be needed at the police station for? That was so urgent by that time of the night?” Nadia muttered to herself, tapping her chin thoughtfully.She hated unanswered questions, and her curiosity was eating away at her. She glanced at the clock…it was just past midnight.Unable to resist the urge to dig for answers, Nadia picked up her ph
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MR. JACOB’S POVThe interrogation room was quiet, save for the faint ticking of a clock on the wall. I sat on the stiff chair, my eyes glued to the necklace in front of me, carefully wrapped in a pristine white handkerchief.The intricate design of the piece glimmered faintly under the dim fluorescent light, mocking me with its presence.I couldn’t shake the feeling that this necklace was more than just a clue…it was a time bomb, threatening to explode in my face. I picked it up carefully, holding it with the handkerchief to avoid leaving any trace. My thoughts spiraled.“Who does this belong to? Why does it feel... familiar?” I muttered under my breath.The sound of the door opening startled me. Inspector Diana Collins stepped in, her face as stern as ever, followed by a team of officers carrying a sealed evidence box. I quickly placed the necklace back on the table and leaned back, trying to appear calm.“Mr. Jacob,” Diana began, her tone sharp and professional, “we’re here to take
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MR JACOB POVIf the police were watching me and my family, every step would be scrutinized.“I understand, Inspector,” I said, keeping my voice calm. “You’re just doing your job.”She nodded, through her eyes remained suspicious. “Yes, we are. And I’d advise you to be cooperative. Any sign of obstruction or foul play will only make matters worse for you and your family.”“Of course,” I replied smoothly.But inside, I was already calculating. If the police were going to keep an eye on me, I’d need a new strategy. There was no way I could visit my hideout without risking exposure. That part of my life had to remain hidden at all costs.As she gathered her files, I leaned back in my chair, my mind racing. This wasn’t a setback…it was an opportunity. I couldn’t act directly, but I could act through someone else.That’s when the idea struck me. Max.A slow smile spread across my face as I thought about him. Max was loyal, but more importantly, he was impressionable. A man like Max didn’t a
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MAX’S POVMorning came quickly, and I was ready for work. My briefcase was packed, and my suit was pressed to perfection. I left the house in high spirits, though my mind was already calculating the day ahead.The drive to the office was uneventful, but as I parked my car and stepped into the building, I knew today was going to be different.The familiar buzz of employees greeted me as I walked through the glass doors. A quick nod here and there was all I gave as I headed straight for my office.Once inside, I shut the door and sank into my chair behind the large mahogany desk.It didn’t take long for me to bring out my second phone from the drawer. This phone wasn’t listed on the company’s records and was strictly for private matters. Dialing a number, I waited for the call to connect.“Yes, it’s me,” I said when the person picked up. My voice was calm, though I made sure to keep it low. “I’ll be there in the evening as planned.”The conversation was short. I ended the call, placed t
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TAMMIE POV.A few more final touches were added…silver earrings, a matching diamond necklace, and a delicate bangle, all glimmering under the light.They were real diamonds, of course. Nothing less would do for the grand wedding of Richard Garrison.The moment everything was in place, the door opened, and my mother, Mrs. Daniella, walked in.I turned to face her, and for a brief second, something flickered in my heart.She looked at me with so much love, her eyes soft with emotion.“Oh, my baby,” she whispered, her voice trembling.“You look…breathtaking.”I smiled, and for the first time today, it wasn’t completely fake.She walked up to me, holding the delicate veil in her hands.“It has always been my wish to place this on you myself,” she said, her voice warm with motherly affection.She gently placed the veil over my styled hair, adjusting it carefully, making sure it sat perfectly.My heart clenched at the way she looked at me, as if this was the most beautiful moment of her lif
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Something wasn’t sitting right with me.As I stared at my phone, tapping my fingers against the desk in irritation, I couldn’t shake the nagging feeling creeping into my mind. Why do I feel like Alisha isn’t telling me the truth?I had worked with her for years…long enough to know when she was holding something back. And lately, something was off. She wasn’t as forthcoming as she used to be.Where were the detailed updates? The little pieces of information she used to feed me without hesitation?Is she hiding something from me?I exhaled sharply and shook my head. No. Alisha wouldn’t dare. She had always followed my instructions, always obeyed without question. It wasn’t like her to go against me.But still…These past few days, she’s been different.I had noticed the slight hesitations in her voice, the way she chose her words carefully. It wasn’t obvious, but I knew her too well. She wasn’t as eager to update me about Richard’s every move anymore.I leaned back in my chair, folding
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And once Tammie was gone, Mrs. Garrison would have no power to stop what was meant to happen.Before I could revel in my plans any longer, a sudden vibration against my waist made me freeze.My heart jumped, and for a split second, I panicked. I quickly glanced around, making sure no one was near before slipping my hand into the folds of my dress.My phone.I pulled it out, keeping the screen facing me so no one would see.Nadia.Of course, it was her. Who else would be calling me at a time like this?I stared at the phone for a moment, my teeth pressing into my bottom lip. What does she want now?I knew better than to ignore her calls, but a part of me was growing tired of being at her beck and call. I wasn’t some puppet she could control forever.Taking a deep breath, I made sure my voice was calm before pressing the answer button."Hello," I said, keeping my tone neutral.And just like that, my mind shifted gears. The game is still on, and I'm not going to lose.Nadia’s voice came
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“This girl… Alisha," she said, deliberately referring to her as a ‘girl’ rather than a lady. "Will she still be staying in your house after today? After you get married to Tammie?"I ran a hand through my hair, exhaling deeply. Ishould have known this was coming. "Mom, Alisha isn’t a bad person," I said, trying to sound patient."She’s only here because of the accident. I was the one who got her involved in it, and now she’s lost her memory. The least I can do is make sure she recovers properly."My mother scoffed, shaking her head."Richard, you’re too soft-hearted sometimes. How do you think Tammie will feel about this?You’re bringing your wife to your home…no, to your matrimonial home…only for her to find another woman living there? A woman covered in bandages, no less!"I frowned."Tammie knows about Alisha. She won’t have a problem with it. She understands the situation.""Are you sure about that?" she pressed. "Because, Richard, I wouldn’t be happy if I were in her shoes. A wo
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RICHARD’S POVThe morning of my wedding had arrived, and my mansion was already busy with activity.From the moment I opened my eyes, I could hear the distant chatter of staff moving around, finalizing last-minute preparations.The weight of the day sat heavily on my chest, not out of nervousness but from the sheer reality of it all. Today, I will become a married man.As I sat on the edge of my bed, staring at the crisp white dress shirt laid out for me, the sound of approaching footsteps pulled me from my thoughts.I looked up just as my mother, Mrs. Garrison, walked into the room. She was dressed in an elegant blue gown, her hair styled to perfection, and her face glowed with a mixture of pride and excitement."My handsome son," she said, smiling warmly as she walked toward me. "Today is finally here."She didn’t wait for an invitation before she began adjusting my collar, fussing over me like she always did. I chuckled, allowing her to do as she pleased. It was a small thing, but
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NADIA POVYes, thing. That’s all she was to me…a nuisance, an obstacle, an ugly little thing standing in the way of what was rightfully mine.Richard was supposed to be mine. He was always supposed to be mine. Tammie had no right to him, no right to the life she was trying to claim.I stopped pacing and stared out of the window, the city lights twinkling in the distance.But their beauty did nothing to soothe me. Instead, they reminded me of the glittering facade Tammie presented to the world…a facade I intended to shatter."I’ll stop the wedding," I said, my voice barely above a whisper but filled with conviction. "I’ll stop it, and I’ll make sure she’s gone for good."My mind raced with possibilities, each one darker than the last. Kidnapping her was the most obvious solution.Take her away, hide her where no one could find her. But that wasn’t enough. Simply removing her from the picture wouldn’t satisfy the anger burning inside me."No," I said, shaking my head. "She needs to be d
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NADIA'S POV.I smirked, setting the phone back down. Everything was moving like clockwork. Now, it was just a matter of waiting for the right moment to strike.I sat back down on the bed, crossing my legs as I allowed myself a moment of satisfaction. Alisha would do her part, whether willingly or not.And if she thought she could outsmart me, well, she’d soon find out just how wrong she was.For now, I had to keep playing the part of the calm, collected puppet master. But inside, the fire of ambition burned hotter than ever. This wasn’t just a plan…it was a masterpiece, and I was the artist.As I leaned back against the pillows, my mind wandered to the moment when everything would come together. The look of shock, of betrayal, of defeat…it would all be worth it.With a final glance at my phone, I closed my eyes, letting a sinister smile linger on my lips. "Eighteen hours," I whispered to myself. "And then it all begins."As I sat in the quiet of my room, my mind betrayed me, wandering
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ALISHA'S POV.I rolled my eyes, though I made sure to keep my voice calm. "I was busy, Nadia. You can’t expect me to drop everything every time you call.""Busy?" she snapped. "What could you possibly be doing that’s more important than keeping me updated?"I clenched my jaw, taking a deep breath before responding. "I was in the middle of dinner with Richard. I couldn’t exactly answer your call in front of him, could I?"Nadia’s tone softened slightly, but her impatience was still evident. "Fine. But you need to tell me what’s going on. Have you heard anything new about the wedding?"I sighed, pinching the bridge of my nose. "No, Nadia. I haven’t heard anything else. And even if I had, do you really think I’d tell you in the middle of dinner?"There was a pause on the other end of the line, and I could almost hear her frustration. "You need to stay on top of this, Alisha," she said finally. "We can’t afford any mistakes.""I know," I replied, my voice clipped. "You don’t have to remin
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ALISHA'S POV.I hesitated again, lowering my gaze as though I was embarrassed. "I was just wondering..." I trailed off, biting my lip for effect."Wondering what?" he prompted, his voice patient."If I could come," I said in a rush, my words tumbling over each other."To the wedding, I mean. I promise I won't cause any trouble or anything.I just thought…well, I’d really like to be there. But if you don’t want me to, I understand, and I won’t bring it up again."Richard stared at me for a moment, his expression unreadable. My heart pounded in my chest, though not from fear or nerves. This was the critical moment, the point where I’d see if he’d bend to my request.Finally, he sighed, leaning back in his chair. "Alisha," he said slowly, "why would you even want to come? It’s not exactly a public event."I smiled again, this time letting it tremble slightly. "I don’t know," I admitted, my voice barely above a whisper. "Maybe it’s because you’ve been so kind to me, and I just want to be
