Alexandra’s POVI wake up to the vibration from my phone. I groan as I stretch my hand to see the caller. I pick it up and see that it’s Adrian.Hey,” I say sleepily.Hi, sleepy head, why don’t you get dressed for dinner in an hour?” he says.Alright, love,” I replied and hung up.I stretch while yawning, and it takes me a while to get up. The day begins to wind down as the sun sets outside my window. I head to the balcony; it’s already dark outside. How long did I sleep? I say to myself. I look up at the night sky, mesmerized by the twinkling stars. I take a deep breath, appreciating the stillness and tranquility of the moment. I decided to treat myself to a relaxing bath. I fill the tub with warm water, adding some soothing essential oils. I sink into the tub, closing my eyes. I sluggishly allow myself to get out of the tub to go to my closet to pick something to wear. After much thought, I decided on a sexy red dinner gown with a low back. I pick up a black four-inch heel and head
Adrian's PoVI was a bit pissed about Alex throwing up all over me, but I had to tolerate it. I guess it is not her fault anyway. I hold her hands and walk her up the stairs as Davis calls in. I pick him up and tell him I will call him back in a bit. I do not want Alex to worry about anything."Penelope called earlier," Alex tells me."When was this? What did she say?" he responded."She called on my way to meet up with you this evening, and I hung up before she could say anything stupid," she continues.I open the bedroom door, and we get in. I help her out of her gown so that she can go clean up. This was not how I expected the night to end. As she heads to the bathroom,"I will be back," I say rather loudly, and I quietly head out to my study to call Davis. He picks up on the fourth ring."Hey man,what's the update?" I say immediately."Good evening to you too," he replies, and I keep muting, then he continues."I did some digging, and I found a few things about Miss Castle, but nothing
Alexandra’s POVI wake up to the sound of the shower running in the bathroom. I blink my eyes, the grogginess of the night slowly fading away. With a sigh, I decided to begin the day with optimism. I swing my legs over the edge of the bed, my feet hitting the soft carpeted floor.As I stand up, I stretch my arms over my head and make my way into the bathroom. As I step into the steamy bathroom, the sound of running water greets me, filling the air with a peaceful ambience. I slowly pull back the shower curtain, revealing a scene that instantly makes my heart race.There stood Adrian, his handsome face and beautiful smile radiating the room like a sunbeam as he saw me, his voice infused with warmth and affection with a hint of sluttiness.“Hey love, care to join me?” He asks, extending his hands towards me.A grin spread across my face. Unable to resist the invitation, I quickly stripped off my clothes and stepped into the shower. The warmth of the water enveloped us as we explored eac
Narrator’s POVAlexandra adjusts her blazer, exuding confidence as she enters the board room. The room was already filled with a mix of senior executives and department heads, all waiting for Alex to take her seat at the head of the table.“Good morning, everyone." Alex greets her warmly, her voice projecting authority: “I appreciate your presence here today, and I believe we have an exciting agenda ahead."As the meeting goes by, Alex skillfully guides the conversation, ensuring each participant has a chance to share their thoughts or concerns while she listens intently and takes mental notes.Mary expertly supports Alex in this endeavor, effortlessly collecting data, sharing relevant files and reports, and providing any necessary information to facilitate an informed decision-making process.As the meeting nears its end, Alex summarizes the key takeaways, outlining the action plan going forward. She acknowledges the valuable contributions and cultivates a supportive and empowering e
Alexandra’s POVAs we sit to continue our dinner, my phone beeps with a text from Adrian just checking up on me. I guess Emily and Laura had not reported today's incident. I reply with a text saying, “I am fine, I guess.”Katrine could not get the smile off her face. “You are even more excited than I am,” I told her.Oh, Alex,” she begins. “I am so excited; you are going to be an amazing mother,” she says again.“You think?” I ask keenly.“Yes, you will, and I am going to be right here by your side every step of the way,” she says while holding my hands and giving them a gentle squeeze. My eyes were tearing up again; the love and warmth radiating from Katrine were exactly what I needed. We soon forget about our meal as we begin a discussion of nurseries and baby names, our laughter echoing off the walls.As the day begins to darken and dinner slowly comes to an end, Katrine rises from her chair, her eyes sparkling with joy.“This calls for celebration,” she says, reaching for the bott
Adrian’s POVSeeing her weep like a baby pierced my heart. I blame myself for everything. I blame myself for everything that happened: the death of Katrina, the tears of Alexandra. If only I had dealt with Penelope Castle, this would not be happening, and Katrina would still be alive. Ever since I fell in love with Alexandra, I have gotten soft. This was not the Adrian Sinclair the world knew. I really wanted to bury that brutal man in me, but I guess that would just have to wait because I can't let any harm come to Alexandra, especially now that she is carrying my child. As I lay in bed with my eyes closed, I was not asleep. I was thinking of an easy yet brutal way of making Penelope pay for all the havoc and chaos she has caused. I could feel Alexandra's tender and warm hand caressing my arm.“My love, are you okay?” I asked, and I could see her eyes filled with tears as she met my gaze. I knew she had a nightmare.“It was just a nightmare, Adrian,” she whispers with a trembling voic
ADRIAN'S POVI walk upstairs, and I meet Emily and Laura at the bedroom door, just as I had instructed them."You can wait in the living room," I tell them.I walk into the room to have a shower, and as I look across the room, I see Alex sitting on the edge of our bed with her brows furrowed. She held a black dress in her hand.I placed a kiss on her forehead. She looks at me and gives me a dry and sad smile. Then she looks back at the gown again, caressing it."Katrina gave me this dress as a gift, and now I am wearing it for her wake," she says bitterly, gently placing my hands on her shoulder.“Alex, I can only imagine how hard this must be for you. I want you to know that I am here for you no matter what,” I say softly, trying to assure her.“Thank you, my love,” she whispers, her voice filled with sadness.“I need to shower; I will be back,” I tell her as I head to the bathroom.Stepping into the bathroom, I flick on the lights, illuminating the space with a soft, calming glow. T
Narrator's POVThe soft rays of morning sunlight kissed the room as Alexandra slowly blinked her eyes. She reached out to the side, expecting to find the warmth and comfort of her husband's body next to her. Instead, her fingers grazed the cool, empty sheets. Confusion quickly turned to panic as she sat up, searching for any sign of him.Her heart raced as she called out his name, but the only response was the echo of her own voice. The once familiar bedroom seemed foreign and empty, making her feel small and vulnerable. Thoughts raced through her mind, leaving questions unanswered.Had he left her? Was he in danger? Or worse, had something happened to him? Has Penelope taken him just as she took Katrina away from her?The possibilities suffocated her. Alex's trembling hands clutch the covers tightly as tears well up in her eyes. She knew she had to find answers to unravel the mystery that shrouded her once-perfect life.With determination fueling her every step, Alex pushes back the
Narrator's POVTears streamed down Alexandra's face as she clutched her mother's hand, her voice trembling.I can't believe this is happening, mom. We have to do everything we can to bring our baby home."Adrian, determined to do whatever it took to ensure his child's safe return, paced back and forth in the room. Suddenly, his phone buzzed with an incoming call.With apprehension etched on his face, Adrian answered the call. The voice on the other end was cold and demanding; it was no other person than their sworn enemy, Penelope Castle.Adrian, listen carefully. If you ever want to see your baby again, you will bring fifty million dollars to the abandoned warehouse by midnight tomorrow."Adrian clenched his jaw, his eyes flashing with determination. "I want proof that my baby is alive and well before I hand over that kind of money."There was a brief pause, and then she responded, "You will receive a photo of your baby in a few hours. Be ready to deliver the money as instructed. If y
Oliver's POVThe private jet glided smoothly through the clear blue skies as it made its landing onto the runway of the private airport. Inside the luxurious cabin, Alexandra sat comfortably in a plush leather seat, her eyes fixed on the window as the Italian countryside transformed into familiar surroundings.After a long stay in Italy, Alex was finally returning home with her newborn child. The past few weeks had been a whirlwind of emotions as she navigated the rollercoaster of motherhood, aided by her mother and the faithful bodyguards who had accompanied her on this journey.As the plane touched down, the engines roared to a halt, and the door of the cabin opened. Alex emerged, adorned in a stylish yet understated outfit befitting her status as a billionaire's wife. Her mother, a wise and affectionate woman, followed closely behind, carrying the precious bundle in her arms.Stepping out, she felt a rush of emotions. She hadn't seen her home for what felt like an eternity, and the
Narrator's POVIn the center of the lavishly decorated nursery, a towering figure stood, his tailored suit contrasting against the delicate innocence cradled in his arms with tenderness and protectiveness.With every beat of his heart, Adrian felt an overwhelming surge of love as he gazed down at his daughter. Her tiny fingers wrapped around one of his, and their connection was instantaneous. The weight of the world seemed to disappear as he held her close, her soft breaths becoming a melody in his ears.As he looked down at her tiny face, a smile beamed across Adrian's face. He marveled at her delicately soft skin and the faint tufts of hair that crowned her head. The room seemed to hold its breath, awestruck by the purity and innocence of the moment."You are my little princess, Ava," Adrian whispered, his voice filled with awe and unconditional love. "I promise you, my precious angel, that I will give you everything you could ever need or want in this world."As Ava cooed in respon
Narrator's POVThe room was dimly lit, with only a small lamp providing some light in the corner. The sound of medical equipment beeping could be heard faintly in the background, and the scent of disinfectant hung in the air. In the center of the room was a hospital bed with stirrups on either side.Lying on the bed, in the grip of labor pains, was Alexandra. Her long hair was plastered to her forehead with sweat, and her eyes were squeezed tightly.Her husband, Adrian, stood beside her, holding her hand tightly and whispering words of encouragement. Sweat trickled down her forehead, her hands tightly clasping her husband's, seeking comfort and support."You're doing great, my love," he said, watching her struggle through another contraction.Alex let out a groan, and her body tensed as the pain surged through her. The doctor and his assistants were hurrying around the room, checking machines, and preparing for the delivery.As the contractions intensified, Alex's grip on Adrian's han
Adrian's POVAs I made my way to the kitchen to fetch a glass of water for Alexandra, I couldn't shake off the worry that had clouded my mind. She had been feeling dizzy earlier, and I hoped that a simple glass of water would provide her some relief. As I entered the kitchen, I noticed that Alexandra was talking intimately with her mother in the living room. I couldn't help but eavesdrop on their conversation as I filled the glass with water."I've made a decision, Mom. Alexandra's voice reached my ears, somewhat muffled from the distance. "I'm going to Italy to have the baby, and, Mom, I really want you to come with me. Will you be there?"A wave of relief washed over me as I held the full glass of water in my hands. Knowing that Alexandra wouldn't be undertaking this journey alone brought a certain sense of comfort to my heart. I had been planning on visiting Italy for the baby's birth, wanting to be there to support Alexandra every step of the way.Quietly walking towards the livin
Alexandra’s POVI had always known Adrian was not a saint, but I did not expect him to be deep in this sh*t, which was quite scary. I know he only kidnapped Penelope for my sake, but I did not approve. I did not sign up for all this violent shit, and now Penelope wants to have her revenge. After what she did to Katrina, she should have just accepted what Adrian did to her as karma. I hated Penelope with all of my heart, but I could not bring myself to wish her death. If she was going to be a threat to my child, then I would probably kill her myself.Consumed in my thoughts, I heard the familiar sound of my phone ringing on the other end. I picked it up to check on the caller, and it turned out to be my mom. Wondering why she was calling when it was really late, I hesitated no further as I picked up the phone.I reached for my phone and saw my mother’s name displayed on the screen. Confusion and concern filled my heart as I hastily answered the call. “Mom? What is wrong?” I asked, my v
Narrator's POVAlexandra walked down the stairs, clad in a silk robe, and felt a pleasant sense of calm after a good and long sleep as soon as she got back from the hospital.As she made her way to the kitchen, she noticed something out of the ordinary—unknown bodyguards stationed strategically at every corner of the house. Her curiosity raised, she approached her personal bodyguard, Emily, who stood by the entrance of the kitchen."Emily, what is happening? Why are there so many guards here today?" She asked, her eyes scanning the room, searching for answers.Emily, with a serious expression, looked at her with a mixture of concern and reassurance. "Mrs. Sinclair, it is your husband's orders. He wants to ensure your safety and the security of this place."Alex's heart skips a beat; she had never seen so many guards in their home at once. Her mind raced with thoughts, unsure of what might be happening outside their well-guarded walls."Is something going on?" she asked, a hint of worr
Narrator's POVAdrian locks eyes with Jeremy's; a mixture of anger and satisfaction is visible in his eyes as he gazes at him. Jeremy, with a desperate and fearful look in his eyes, attempts to make a futile escape. But Adrian's men were fast and swiftly overpowered him, ensuring that he wouldn't get far; moreover, they were scared of what Adrian would do to them if they ever let Jeremy escape.Vado searches the safe house for any additional evidence or signs of Penelope as he stumbles upon a table littered with bloodied bandages and used cotton wool. His heart sank, realizing the severity of the situation. It was clear that Penelope had been severely injured during her escape.His mind races, contemplating the possible scenarios. How has she managed to escape? Was she somewhere else, seeking help? Or had Jeremy managed to hide her? The questions swirled in Vado's mind, and his determination to find Penelope grew stronger.With Jeremy's hands bound tightly, Vado and the other guys car
Adrian’s POVAs soon as Alexandra’s mother came rushing in, I excused myself and headed to the restroom, hoping to clear my thoughts. As I stood in front of the mirror, staring at my reflection, guilt washed over me.Was it the right thing to do? …. Did I add unnecessary worry and stress to an already difficult situation? I told the boys to get rid of her, and they never disappointed. What if Alexandra really saw Penelope?“Shit,” I say to myself silently, as these thoughts really weigh heavily on my mind.Taking a deep breath, I remind myself that my intentions were rooted in love and concern for Alex and her well-being.I decided to call Vado to confirm my order has been done. I dial the number, the anticipation building with each ring. Finally, a voice answered on the other end,"Hello?" It was Vado, my most trusted henchman."Vado, I need to know if the order has been executed," I said, my voice composed but laced with a trace of concern.There was a brief moment of silence before