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ALISHA POVFrom the corner of my eye, I noticed her first. A tall, striking woman, walking toward us from a distance.Her movements were deliberate, purposeful, and there was something familiar about her. I narrowed my eyes, trying to place her face. Then it clicked.It was Nadia.What was she doing here?“Richard,” I began hesitantly, turning slightly toward him, but he seemed preoccupied, muttering something under his breath as he adjusted his watch.Nadia’s strides grew quicker, her heels clicking sharply against the pavement.My pulse quickened as she came to a stop directly in front of Richard’s car, her posture bold and unyielding.I glanced at Richard, expecting him to say something, acknowledge her presence…anything. But to my surprise, he didn’t even look her way. Instead, he walked around the car, his expression unreadable, and came to my side.“Come on,” he said curtly, his voice neutral but firm.I hesitated, glancing back at Nadia. She didn’t move, her sharp eyes fixed on
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ALISHA POVRichard’s long strides made it hard for me to keep up. My fake injuries and the stiffness of the bandages didn’t help.But then I thought about it…this was the right time to meet up with Nadia who's still at the car parking spot.Come to think of it, why would Richard snub Nadia just like that and even pretend or should I say behave like he didn't see her.Anyway that's none of my business because I shouldn't be involved in what I'm not paid for and focus on what I'm paid to do here.I tried to maintain my pace, but my legs started to ache…not from any real pain, but from the effort of pretending to be injured. The entire situation was beginning to weigh on me.I needed to be careful with every fucking thing that I was doing.“Alisha, keep up,” Richard said sharply, turning to glance at me over his shoulder. His tone was firm, almost impatient.I still needed a way to tell him…probably give him an excuse that I needed to slow down or wait for him at the lobby if possible, o
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ALISHA POV “Thanks, Nadia,” I whispered, gripping the small bag she handed me. “I don’t know how I’d be able to communicate with you without these.” I said as I collected the items from her.Nadia nodded, her eyes darting nervously toward the tall, glass doors of Garrison Enterprises. “You sure about this, Alisha? If they catch you…remember you will be in trouble, and always remember the rules of this game… I'm not involved in this because I will be paying you and so you can't point out your Boss even when you're caught.”“They won’t,” I cut her off as I just didn't need any negative thoughts or vibe in my head right now as I try to sound more confident than I felt. “I’ve got this.”Her lips pressed into a thin line as she handed over the phone and the tiny voice recorders. “Just be careful, okay? If anything goes wrong, get out of there immediately.”“I will,” I promised, though the words felt hollow.Nadia glanced around one last time before stepping back. “I need to leave before
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RICHARD POV“Richard, you’re late again,” Sarah’s, my secretary's voice , rang out, sharp but not unkind. She stood by my office door, arms crossed, her expression a mix of disapproval and concern.Anyway I already gave Sarah a free hand to address me friendly or scold me because I see her like a elder sister.“I know, Sarah,” I replied, shoving a stack of papers into my briefcase. “But you know how traffic gets in the morning. Remember I told you that I will be late in the morning. Did everyone arrive on time?”“They did,” she confirmed, glancing at her watch. “And they’re waiting for you in the cabinet meeting room. Shall we?”I nodded, grabbing my coffee mug and heading out. The hallway to the cabinet room was a long stretch of polished wood and glass. My shoes clicked against the floor as Sarah walked beside me, a clipboard tucked under her arm.“Anything I need to know before we start?” I asked, my mind already racing through the agenda.“Nothing you don’t already know,” Sarah r
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ALISHA POV "Are you sure this is going to work?" I whispered to myself, staring at the small recording devices in my hand.Nadia’s voice echoed in my mind, her instructions clear as day: “Place these where they’ll pick up everything. Under his desk, his chair, anywhere close to where he talks the most.”I had nodded obediently when she gave me the devices earlier, but now, sitting in Richard’s office alone, I felt the weight of the task pressing on me.“This better be worth it,” I muttered, carefully turning one of the recorders over in my hand.I stood up from the chair, scanning the room for the best places to hide and place the devices, which won't easily get the eyes of someone or Richard. Richard’s desk was the obvious choice. It was large and imposing, the centerpiece of his office. Slowly, I crouched down and felt around the underside of the desk. My fingers brushed against the smooth wood, and I found a small corner where the device could stick without being easily noticed.
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TAMMIE "Is he going to be alright, Doctor?" my mother asked, her voice trembling as she clung to my arm.We stood in the small, brightly lit hospital room, watching the doctor lean over my father. Dad looked frail but alert, his eyes following the doctor’s every move.“Let me complete the checkup first, Mrs. Johnson,” the doctor said with a calm, practiced smile, adjusting his stethoscope.I stayed quiet, my hands clasped tightly in front of me as the doctor shone a small flashlight into Dad’s eyes.“Follow the light, Mr. Johnson,” the doctor instructed.Dad complied, his eyes tracking the movement of the light.“Good, very good,” the doctor murmured, scribbling something onto his clipboard.Next, the doctor tested Dad’s reflexes, tapping lightly on his knees with a small rubber hammer. Dad’s legs twitched slightly, and the doctor nodded approvingly.“Let’s check your grip strength,” he said, holding out his hand. “Squeeze as hard as you can.”Dad’s hand closed around the doctor’s, a
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ALISHA POV“Good,” Nadia said, her tone softening slightly. “I’ll also send you texts if there’s anything important. Check them when you’re alone. And remember, Alisha, don’t do anything that will make him suspicious.”“I get it,” I replied, trying to keep the frustration out of my voice. “I know what I’m doing.”“Do you?” Nadia asked, her voice dripping with skepticism. “Because this isn’t just about you, Alisha. If you screw up, we’re both done for. Keep your focus.”I bit back a retort, reminding myself that I needed her. This wasn’t the time for arguments.“Where is Richard, anyway?” Nadia asked suddenly. “And where will he take you after office hours?”I hesitated, unsure how to answer. “I…”Before I could finish, the office door creaked open.My heart leapt into my throat, and my eyes widened in fear. I clutched the phone tightly under my blouse, my body frozen as the sound of footsteps filled the room.Who was it?RICHARD POVI pushed open the door to my office, expecting silen
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ALISHA POV“Yes,” he replied, standing up from his chair. “You’ll like it there. My mother’s an excellent host.”I nodded, pretending to be excited, but inside, I was panicking. The phone. It was still hidden behind the curtains.As Richard started gathering some files, my mind raced. How would I retrieve it? What if someone found it later? What if it rang again while we were gone? I cursed my decision to hide it there in my moment of panic.I glanced toward the window, trying to think of an excuse to go back and retrieve it. But before I could come up with anything, Richard turned to me.“Shall we?” he asked, gesturing for me to stand.It was too late.MAX POVMy phone buzzed on the desk, breaking the silence of my office. I glanced at the screen and saw an unfamiliar number. With a sigh, I picked up.“Hello?” I answered, keeping my voice neutral.“Mr. Max,” the voice on the other end said, low and cautious. “I have an update for you.”“Go on,” I replied, leaning back in my chair.“I
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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
