Gwen's POVIt was two days to Christmas and I was back at Andrew's farmhouse. Andrew, however, had not been discharged from the hospital yet until later that evening.Jake was apprehended by the FBI and placed in their custody. He was yet to make any confession on who his accomplice was even though I knew without any doubt that it was Rickard.In the Christmas spirit, I became preoccupied with decorating the Christmas tree and wrapping presents for my boys. They enjoyed Christmas because everything was colorful and they received new gifts."Gwen, could you please help me wrap these?" Attorney Frederick asked, handling me some presents."Yes, sir," I smiled as I collected them.Since childhood, I have always enjoyed wrapping presents, even though my mother would not let me do it most times because I kept snooping on the gifts.“I will be going out to get some snacks from the supermarket. After that, I will go pick up Andrew from the hospital. Would you like to come along?" Attorney Fre
Gwen's POVEveryone's glances were fixed on Andrew and I. I could clearly see the rage surging up in Elena’s eyes.Rachel, Attorney Frederick and Rickard all looked surprised. There was a silent gasp in the room.“Andrew, what's the meaning of this?” I whispered, trying to tame my anger.“What the hell?” Elena yelled, walking closer to Andrew who was still on his knees. She knocked over the ring case from his hand.She then grabbed him by the collar and sent a thunderous slap across his face. “How dare you Andrew, I am fucking carrying your child” She yelled angrily.“She is right Andrew. You couldn't possibly engage your ex wife when Elena is pregnant for you” Rachel interrupted.“Who gave you the right to interfere in my personal affairs?” Andrew said, casting an evil glare at Rachel.“I am sorry everyone, but you all have to leave now” Attorney Frederick said, looking over to the guests.The guests took the hints and started leaving the room.Elena was sobbing dramatically and it i
Gwen's POVPregnant! The words kept on echoing in my ear.“What?”“Yes. Miss Elena is four months pregnant with a healthy child.” The doctor announced again.“Thank you doctor” Attorney Frederick said before the doctor exited the house.“I told you, but you chose to doubt me” Elena said to Andrew, hitting him on the chest continuously.How was this even possible? I was in the room when the doctor examined her so there was no way she could have bribed him. What was going on?“You gold digger, I hope you hide your face in shame!” Rachel remarked angrily.“Gold digger?” I murmured underneath my breath and chuckled lightly. “Mrs Rachel, do you need me to remind you that my father, Mr Emory Carlson is also a rich business tycoon in New York?” I added, staring at her coldly.“I could easily get all the money I wanted if I return to my Father's house. Unlike you, I want to work and earn my money!” I yelled furiously, tightening my fists.“How dare you?” Rachel yelled, making an attempt to at
Elena's POVI got informed by one of the maids that Andrew had driven Gwen and her children to the airport.A smile of satisfaction crossed my face. It felt very good to have Gwen off my head.What still bothered me was the fact that the doctor lied in front of everyone the previous night. I didn't get the opportunity to bribe him because of Gwen’s presence, so how did that happen?“Hello beautiful” I heard a familiar voice call out.I turned around to see Rickard grinning widely. “You can't be here Rickard, what if someone sees us?” I panicked, dragging him inside the room and shutting the door firmly.“Calm down baby, no one is home” He announced cheerfully. “My mum and Frederick just left the house to visit a family friend.” He added.I calmed down as soon as I heard that. Securing my hair into a bun, I sat across Rickard on the bed.“I deserve an award now, don't you think?” Rickard said proudly.“I could have known. It could only be you. How did you manage to pull this off?” I a
Andrew's POVI kept on knocking at the door to Elena's room but didn't get a response. I was sure she was in because the maid just confirmed it.“Elena!” I called out, getting agitated.I wouldn't have been here if not because my father specifically asked me to check up on her and make sure she doesn't need anything.“Yes, yes.. Andrew..why .. are .. you here?” She stuttered as soon as she opened the door.She appeared restless and had drops of sweat on her face.“Is the air conditioner not working?” I asked sarcastically.“Uhm… what?..” She continued to stutter.“Why the hell are you sweating this much?” I inquired, staring at her suspiciously.“I was, uhm.. exercising. It's good for your child's health, you know,” She said, smiling lightly.“Well, can I come in?”“Why?... Uhm.. I mean sure. Come in” She said, opening the door widely.Something piqued my interest as soon as I entered her room. Her bed was scattered and her duvet was laying on the floor. It got me wondering what type
Andrew's POVFred took out a transparent container and dropped it on the table, then leaned back slightly. The container held a small amount of liquid.“What is this?” I asked as I picked it up.“I just found out its content this morning too. That was the reason I wanted to fly to New York before you arrived," Fred explained.“It is a bottle of Dimethylmercury” Fred said, staring at me closely. “Do you know what that is, boss?” He then asked.I had not been interested in chemistry since high school, so I had no idea what dimethylmercury was used for exactly.It was a chemical, I could remember that, but I could not help but wonder why Fred had it and how it connected to Rickard and Elena's conspiracy.“This is a dangerous poison boss. It kills slowly and one wouldn't know he is ingesting much until it becomes chronic” Fred explained.I was more confused than I had ever been. Why was Fred lecturing me in dimethylmercury?“After you left for New York, I overheard one of Rickard's and El
Gwen's POVThe knock at the door became increasingly louder. I took off the apron I was wearing in the kitchen and hung it on the wall.I secretly hoped it was Andrew because I knew he was back in Oklahoma since the holidays were over.“Coming!” I said, some few feets away from the door.I saw Fred standing in front of me as soon as I unlocked the door. He did not look anything like the 'always happy Fred' I knew. I instantly felt scared and poked my head outside to check around for Andrew."Uhm, sorry Fred, please come in," I said as I opened the door wide.When Fred entered the house, I motioned for him to sit down and make himself at home. I left for the kitchen and came back with a glass of tropical drink.“I am sorry for making you wait long. I was busy in the kitchen. The boys and Nanny Rose went down the street, so I decided to bake them some muffins before they got home” I explained.“It's okay ma'am. The boss asked me to come talk to you.”“Where is he?” Fred took a deep bre
Gwen's POVI asked Fred to drive me home after leaving the hospital. On our way there, I paid for our flight tickets to New York.My plan was to subdue Dr. James. He will not go scot free for conniving with Rickard to lie about Andrew's health.I will ensure that he and Jake are transferred to Oklahoma prison so that when Rickard and Elena are apprehended, they can testify against them.My flight was scheduled for 9p.m that evening so I decided to go home first.When I arrived at the house, the scene reminded me of when Sophie escaped. There were officers patrolling around my house.I asked Fred to wait for me in the car while I went to get some of my stuff in the house.“Gwen, what is going on?” Granny said as soon as she saw me walking in. She carried that worried look across her face which made me wonder when all this will come to an end.“Remain in the house Granny and make sure you keep a close eyes on Ethan and Evan.” I said before dashing upstairs.Granny wouldn't just settle f