"I am here to inform you that...you are no longer my wife but have been reduced to being nothing but a maid in this mansion" he announced with a deadpan look.Lisa froze for a moment and looked at him hoping he was kidding when he said that but the look on his face said otherwise. His stoic face spelled seriousness when he said those words.Lisa felt herself tearing up inwardly. How could he reduce her status from being his wife to being an ordinary maid?"How could you? I'm your wife Alex" Lisa wanted to sound firm and angry but the tears she could feel brewing up made her voice come out shaky instead.Alex found her statement amusing, "My wife is dead. You are just an imposter" he replied meanly not caring about the tears he could see in her eyes.Lisa tried to get up but the pain she felt didn't let her, "I didn't kill Lia, I promise you I didn't. Please believe" she pleaded desperately hoping he would believe her.Alex remained unmoved by her pleading, rather he asked, "Do you hav
"Do it or be ready to face the consequences" Alex cut in, his face emotionless as he said those words looking directly at Lisa. Lisa's heart cracked into two on hearing his words. Here she was thinking he would support her but again, her expectations of him failed giving her more reasons to hate him. Although she was deeply hurt by his words, she definitely isn't backing down without a fight."I'll rather face the consequences Mr Bills than bow to your Mistress," she said, her gaze hardened on Alex and certainty unmistakable in them. "Alex, I want to be the one to punish her for defying me" Savannah spoke up."She's in your hands Savannah" he replied and walked towards the stairs heading back to the room he came from leaving Lisa to her fate.Savannah smirked as she looked at Lisa. Lisa could feel her doom near with the way Savannah stared at her."Lucas, take her to the panic room" Savannah commanded and the guard walked forward with two more guards.Fear gripped Lisa on seeing the
"Alex!!!!" She suddenly yelled in frustration while Lisa smiled triumphantly.Savannah glared at Levi who remained unmoved before transferring her glare to Lisa. "This isn't over yet!!" She said, gritting her teeth before stomping her foot on the floor as she walked away.After she left, Levi walked to Lisa and helped her up. "Are you okay?" He asked, concern laced in his voice. Lisa gave him a small nod as she stood on her feet."Yes, I am. She didn't harm yet thanks to you. You came just in time" Lisa replied with a smile which Levi returned. "You are welcome, Miss. And don't worry, Miss Savannah won't trouble you any more thanks to Young Master" Levi said while unlocking the chains on her hands.Lisa's face turned sour on remembering that it was Alex who freed her. He was also the one to put her in this condition and she certainly won't forget that.Levi noticed the stiffness in Lisa while he was unlocking the chain, "Alex will one day forgive you Miss. Endure for a little while l
"It's true, they really want to disgrace me tomorrow" Lisa muttered to herself hurtfully.She never wanted to believe Mrs Sarah's words but she wasn't lying to her. They were really planning something so horrible for her.Well, not on her watch!!.Wiping her teary eyes, she took deep breaths and ran past the room as fast as could. She didn't halt after running past. She continued to run till she reached the east side of the mansion. She got there quickly but her footsteps had slowed down. The Halls of the East wing were dark with cobwebs blocking her face. She had a hand full of cobwebs in her hair by the time she got to the stairs where Mrs Sarah said she would be waiting."You made it, am glad," Mrs Sarah said. She had a torch light in her hand which she used to point around, ensuring no one followed them."I had to. You were right Mrs Sarah. Alex really wants to have his way with me tonight and have it published in the news tomorrow" Lisa said, sniffing her nose.Mrs Sarah looked
The passage was quiet as Annabelle led the way out with the Torchlight in her hand. Lisa followed right behind her, trying to avoid cobwebs from getting in her way."How long before we reach the exit?" Lisa asked impatiently."Not too long ma'am. But the passage is really long. However, I believe we have already covered quite some distance". Annabelle replied respectfully adding a little bow.Lisa smiled at her reaction. "You don't have to do that. I am no longer Alex's wife" Lisa said, and Annabelle stopped sharply."You may no longer be Young Master's wife but you are still older than I am. And for that, I have to be respectful" replied Annabelle in a calm but low voice. She turned back and continued walking.Lisa couldn't help but smile even more. She definitely hasn't met a maid as respectful as her. It shows how well-trained she was."My mom always taught me to respect my senior. Respect is reciprocal and so I would love for my juniors to respect me too" Annabelle added.Lisa smi
"Good morning old lady. We are looking for Miss Lisa. She escaped from Young Master yesterday night" Lisa froze on hearing the words from the person. They had already found her. So soon? It's barely a day since she escaped. How did they locate her so quickly?Panic flooded Lisa as she got up immediately."Miss, they are here. They found you... You have to leave" Annabelle panicked too.Lisa turned to face her, fear clearly written on her face. "What do I do?" She asked with a shaky voice."This house has only one exit. You'll have to escape through the window" Annabelle replied worriedly.Lisa's gaze went to the window. Luckily there's was no protector covering the window yet, it still a bit small for her to pass through."I won't fit through that" Lisa concluded immediately and began pacing to and fro biting her fingers. Annabelle went to a drawer in the room and got a bottle before walking back to Lisa. She handed Lisa the bottle who gave her a 'what-is-this?' look."It's olive oil
"Never lay your hand on a woman, you coward!!" The feminine voice said harshly. Everyone stood shocked at the woman who had dared to hit Lucas in such a manner. Lisa turned to look at her savior.Her eyes met a young girl of her age with her hand akimbo. Her short blonde hair could be seen under the face cap which hid her eyes partially. She was dressed in a baggy shirt and jeans giving her a tomboyish look. All Lisa could see was her naturally pink lips which were set in a thin line. Lisa didn't have enough time to dwell on the appearance of her savior when she heard Lucas order,"What are you doing nincompoops? Get her!! " He ordered pointing at Lisa while he used his other hand to wipe his bloody lips.The guards were about to attack and grab Lisa when the female stepped in blocking Lisa's view. "If you want her, then you will have to go through me first" she growled menacingly in a low voice. The guards halted, looking at Lucas with a skeptical look.Even though they couldn't see
"Oh please stop thanking me. It's a win-win. At least I made a new friend today" Amelia said and smiled widely." Yes you did" Lisa responded with a smile. "If I may ask, why were those men after you?" Amelia squinted her eyes in curiosity.Lisa sighed remembering her predicament. "Well.. it all started three months ago when my sister died and-... " She began explaining everything that has happened to her.While she was narrating, Amelia kept on gasping and her eyes widened at intervals in shock. Lisa's eyes glistened with tears as she recalled everything."....and that is how I ended up in the market where you found me" Lisa concluded while wiping her tears.Amelia felt sorry for everything Lisa went through. She moved in closer to Lisa and hugged her."It's Okay to cry, Lisa. You have been through a lot" she said sadly and that was all Lisa needed as she cried her eyeballs out.Amelia patted her back not saying a word till she calmed down. "Everyone has their own story to tell. Am
A triumphant smile danced across Lisa's face as she turned to leave the room. However, she couldn't resist turning back to deliver one final warning, relishing in her momentary power over Savanna. The formerly proud and confident expression on Lisa's face took on an added layer of menace."Do not underestimate me, Savanna," Lisa said, her voice dripping with a threatening undertone. "If I find any trace of your belongings left in my husband's room, I will not hesitate to burn them to ashes. You do not want to witness the extent of my wrath. I suggest you remove your things immediately."Savanna's eyes widened with a mixture of shock and apprehension. Lisa's threat struck a chord deep within her, reminding her of the lengths she was willing to go to protect what she believed to be rightfully hers. She quickly realized that challenging Lisa further would lead to severe consequences she couldn't afford to face.As Lisa made her exit, a lingering sense of fear settled over Savanna's thoug
The intense glaring contest between Savanna and Lisa seemed to freeze time for a moment, as their eyes locked in a battle of wills. Each woman's gaze conveyed a distinct and powerful message, reflecting their conflicting emotions and desires.Savanna's eyes burned with a fiery menace, radiating determination and a fierce will to stake her claim in Alex's life. There was an unwavering resolve in her gaze as if she was willing to go to any lengths to be with him. Her eyes seemed to pierce through the air, reflecting her defiance and refusal to back down.On the other side, Lisa's eyes held a mocking glint, almost as if she found amusement in the audacity of Savanna's presence. The confident tilt of her head matched the superiority that emanated from her gaze. Lisa's eyes seemed to pass a clear message to Savanna - a mix of disdain and a subtle warning that she wouldn't go down without a fight.In a swift and determined move, Savanna rolled her suitcase towards Alex's wardrobe, her inten
"We should get this over and done with, or else I might as well kill Alex once and for all," Chris responded with a sneer in his voice, his anger still simmering beneath the surface. The intensity of his emotions lingered, tainting his words with a dangerous edge. He relished the thought of revenge, envisioning a scenario where he could bring Alex to his knees for the pain he had inflicted upon Chris and his loved ones.But just as the words left his lips, a sudden voice startled him, piercing through the charged atmosphere of the call. Chris turned abruptly, his eyes widening with surprise, only to find Tiana standing there, her gaze fixed upon him. In that moment, a realization washed over him like a cold shower—she had been eavesdropping, surreptitiously listening in on his conversation.A myriad of thoughts raced through his mind, attempting to piece together an explanation for Tiana's intrusion. Had she overheard enough to comprehend the magnitude of their predicament? Was her pr
After the intense fight with his stepmother and stepbrother, Alex desired nothing more than to distance himself from the situation. He didn't want to bear the burden of their wrongdoing, even though deep down, he knew he was merely seeking retribution for the contamination of his precious wine. The thought of the incident alone ignited a surge of anger within him, reminding him that there was another accomplice involved, someone unknown whom he had yet to uncover.As his anger reached its boiling point, Alex's fist clenched tightly, his knuckles turning pale with the sheer force. The tension in the room was palpable, as if every object around him could sense his overwhelming rage. However, despite the intensity of his emotions, a strange sensation compelled him to divert his attention towards the photo frame that sat on the nearby table.As if against his own will, his face slowly turned towards the picture, his gaze fixating on the framed image. Within it, he saw a captured moment fr
He became more methodical, revisiting every detail, turning it over in his mind, seeking patterns and connections that might reveal the truth. It was a grueling process, a constant battle against impatience and disappointment. However, each small breakthrough revitalized his determination, propelling him forward. Xavier stormed into his office, frustration bubbling within him. The interruption caught him off guard, and for a split second, anger threatened to consume him. However, upon recognizing the familiar face that stood before him, he made a conscious effort to rein in his emotions. Taking a deep breath, he settled himself into a nearby couch.Eager to hear any new developments, Xavier leaned forward, his eyes locked on Alex's face. He hoped that there would be some progress, some clue to finally unmask the person responsible for contaminating his wine. He yearned for justice, for the chance to make them pay for their deceitful act.With a heavy sigh, Alex met Xavier's gaze, his
Well, that vow broke the very minute I discovered that she killed my Lia and forced her way into my life. She doesn't deserve to be my wife. In fact, whatever punishment she's receiving is best suited for her." Alex's voice was impaled with a dark sonorous emotion. Anger mixed with sorrow and sadness, in fact, he was unfathomable."Have you ever listened to her? Have you asked her to explain herself on if she had killed Lia or not? Did you give her the chance?! No you did not, you immediately condemned her because it's what the situation presented for everyone to behold. Lia is dead, so you have to get over it. Lisa is your wife and she isn't supposed to be treated like a slave." Lillian said, anger and resolution present in her voice."Mother, my marital life is non of your business." Alex cold voice said in a extreme low growl and Lillian cuts in."I am your mother for heavens sake and you must listen to me. Lisa should be treated as a part if the {Alex's surname} family. She should
"I am dead serious, I absolutely cannot do it!" Lisa's voice reverberated with undeniable determination, her tone stern and unwavering. It was at that very moment that Lillian's initially harsh and piercing gaze softened, replaced by a glimmer of understanding."Why?" Lillian managed to ask, her curiosity-fueling a desperate search for a rationale that could possibly appease Lisa's intense refusal.Lisa took a brief pause, gathering her thoughts before finding an explanation that not only justified her adamant stance but shed light on the complexities of their relationship. With a subtle tremor in her voice, she began to delve into the depths of her apprehensions."We are simply not compatible," Lisa began, her words filled with a mix of regret and cautious self-preservation. "Did you not notice the vehement animosity he harbors towards me? It goes far beyond mere dislike or aversion. His disdain for me permeates the very core of his being, consuming every fiber of his existence."Her
Slowly she regained her consciousness. She tried opening her eyelids but they felt so heavy for her. After much struggle, she managed to have a little sight of her surrounding which was blurry in her vision. As the seconds turned into minutes and the minutes into hours, Lisa found herself locked in a self-imposed mental battle. She was torn between yearning for freedom and the ever-present fear that pervaded her being. She had shed countless tears over seemingly insignificant matters during her time here, seeking a solution to her predicament.Memories of 3months came flooding into her head. She finally remembered why she fainted and how she ended up there, on the cold bare floor. Trying to sit up but the weakness she felt wouldn't let her. She had fainted due to starvation. She wasn't even aware that she has been that way for 6days with no one bothering to check up on her. The small room stank from her body odor. It's been more than a week since she bathed last. Tears soon rolled
Lisa kept flinching at every sentence. Every word caused her heart to race tremendously. The texture of his tone told so much that he meant every ounce of his statement. It was already a problem for Lisa.Lisa's mind raced as she absorbed Alex's harsh words. It was as if a storm had engulfed her, plunging her into darkness and despair. How had her life taken such a tragic turn? Just days ago, she was blissfully happy, even though she lived in fear. But now, her worst fear has come to pass and her trust shattered.As pain emanated from her battered body, Lisa desperately searched for a sliver of hope within herself. She refused to accept this twisted reality that Alex, Cecelia, and Savannah were trying to force upon her. Deep down, she knew her innocence, but convincing others seemed like an insurmountable task.The room seemed to close in around her, filled with tension and hostility. Lisa's eyes flickered towards Alex, once filled with love and adoration, now cold and filled with ani