Alex couldn't remember the last time he had driven his car this fast.The distance from the MAC building to the mansion was less than an hour if taken by car casually. Forty-five minutes if he wanted to arrive faster or thirty minutes if Alex was speeding.However, it had now been almost 20 minutes since he had left MAC, and Alex had not even made it halfway. He had forgotten that the streets of Chicago during the day could get bustling sometimes."Fuck!" Alex cursed while hitting the steering wheel of his car in annoyance.He took the cell phone and tried to call Gaspar.Nothing. Gaspar didn't pick up his phone calls.Alex then tries to call Elisha's cellphone.This time, it was even worse. Elisha's cell phone is off.After grinding his teeth, Alex dialed his mansion's phone.As a result, no one answered his calls, even after he tried several more times."Damn it! Where are they all? Why is there no one I can call?"It was then that it occurred to Alex to contact one of his bodyguar
Elisha looked in the mirror.Her fingertips traced the dress she was wearing. The fabric feels so soft and falls easily. It felt like she was touching liquid gold.“What are you looking at?”The room was quiet as everyone went out. But suddenly, Alex was coming. He was standing at the door, looking at her."Don't you like it, huh?""No. I didn't say that I didn't like it, Alex. It's just ... too pretty. I almost felt like I don't deserve to wear it."Alex sat on the chair. He then beckoned her.“Come here, Elisha.”As Elisha approached, he put her on his lap.Somehow, when Alex touched her, the nerves all over her body were on edge. But on the one hand, Elisha also found herself not hating it.This feeling was strange. How could she be scared and brave at the same time?"I'm not running out of clothes, so you have to buy me that many, Alex.""Yeah, I know.""Even this room barely fits to store them.""Don't worry about it. Soon I will make a special room to store all of it.""But I d
"Tell me, what is your intention this time, Alex?"No answer. Alex just looked at him."I can still accept that Airland may have value, but what I can't understand is why would you make such a big offer?"There was still no answer.Alex preferred to gaze at the skyscrapers of Chicago through his office window."This is a risky gamble. Alex, if you do have other intentions, then tell me. Whatever it is, Caleb and I have a right to know."There was silence until then Alex's voice was heard. "Maybe this is a sign to never let go of my dreams and desires."Alex tone was calm and sure but also dangerous."Because even though I try to bury it no matter how deep, it always comes back. Whether it's a bigger dream or too bold, I'll keep trying to make it come true. So that is why—"He looked at Max with his deep blue eyes."I need Airland, Max."***Max snorted.He thought back to the conversation he had with Alex two days ago, and it made him smile now."Well, it seems I have forgotten how a
It's still early. Alex did not even accomplish preparing himself.He was still wearing his tie when his cell phone, which was on the nightstand, vibrated.There's a phone call coming in.From Max."What is it, Max?" he asked directly.He glanced at Elisha, who was still asleep. Alex didn't notice the expression on his face that was now softening."It's still too early now. I haven't even had breakfast yet, but you're already bothering me."On the other end of the call, there was an unmistakable grunt of annoyance."I didn't want to bother calling you so early, Alex.""So?""That's enough. I'm too lazy to talk to you. Just look at the news on TV or the internet over there."Then, without another word, Max's call ended.Even though Alex was still surprised by his business partner's behavior, he opened the latest news on the search page.A minute later, Alex froze."Fuck!"***"Didn't you say a few days ago that Wincorp was having cash flow problems, Alex?""Don't ask me anything yet, Ma
It was already nine pm. Elisha lay down on her bed. For some reason, she couldn’t sleep. It's been almost a week since she stayed in Alex's mansion. During that week, Felix Gray had come to see her twice. He just chatted briefly with Elisha and sometimes while drinking tea. And whenever Felix came to meet Elisha, Gaspar would always be by her side. The butler seemed worried that Felix would succeed in persuading Elisha and then take her away from the mansion. He had seen how adamant Felix was to bring Elisha back to the Fosters' residence. "You wouldn't tacitly agree to leave this mansion and return to your family residence, would you, Madam?" That was a question that Gaspar always asked every time Felix visited. Elisha usually smiled and shook her head, making the butler feel calm again. After all, living in this mansion was not as bad as Elisha first thought. 'At first, I did feel uncomfortable because everyone here always wanted to serve all my needs.' Elisha thought as
Alex caressed Elisha’s cheek."What were you thinking to make your cheeks that red?""That's— Of course, about what you said earlier, Alex.""Why? Is there something wrong with my words?"Elisha bit her lip. Somehow, she felt uneasy."Don't bite your lip, Elisha. These lips are mine."He whispered while his hand caressed her lower lip."If you want, I can do it better than you do."Elisha felt unusual. There were many things she wanted to say, but her words were stuck in her throat."Alex—" She said with difficulty. "Why don't you tell me what you want me to do?"Alex grinned as if there was something about Elisha's words that pleased him."Will you grant it?""Huh?""The thing I want. If I told you, would you say yes, Elisha?"There were a few minutes of silence before Elisha finally answered."Tell me what you want first, Alex. I'll decide later whether I can grant it or not. I don't want to promise something I can't fulfill."There was a slight smile on Alex's face. Somehow, he loo
It had been a long time since Aramis had smiled this wide.He walked with his head held high, and his chest puffed out. He looks so similar to a male peacock showing off its tail arrogantly.Aramis checked his appearance several times in any mirror he met, convinced of how handsome he was right now and ignoring his chubby stomach."My dear, Bellona. Do you know what day it is today?"Bellona, who had been trying to hold back her nausea from her husband's behavior, answered in an indistinct voice."Who knows? Why ask me? Just check for yourself what day it is."Aramis glanced at her reprovingly, but seconds later, he smiled broadly again."Today is a sunny day," he said. "Because it was today that I, in the end, could defeat that brat. At least now he will realize again where he belongs."He looked at Bellona and Garren, his son, with a smile meant to be authoritative, even though it wasn't."Mom, is Dad okay?"Garren whispered to Bellona."Since then, he's been acting strange. Did h
'MAC Capital Management decided not to back down from the competition to win Airland Steel Company.'"I, at this moment, declare that MAC will increase the bid amount to creditors to acquire Airland."'Maximillian Myers, co-owner of MAC Capital Management, has provided an official statement. According to information from a reliable source, the number of offers made by MAC this time is greater than that offered by Winter Corporation.'"Airland Steel Company is an independent steel company with a long history. MAC Capital Management believes that Airland Steel Company can prove itself to rise again and deliver the astonishing profitability of its former heyday."'The following is a statement from Maximilian Myers delivered directly to the press. As we know, Airland Steel Company has been operating since—'Bam!Aramis threw the remote control at the TV, causing the screen to crack instantly.“I can’t believe that little bastard—"He growled."He dared to try to fight me."Anger flowed fr
'Alex gave me twenty million dollars to stop trying to contact you. He also put pressure on Dudley Baker with the help of a woman named Nora Hawk, if I remember correctly.' Elisha rubbed her sweaty forehead. She had never expected to hear such a thing. Alex had lied to her. He lied to her from the start. "If so, is it possible that everything he's said all this time is also a lie?" she whispered. "He said he loves me and that he needs me... Those are all lies?" Elisha's head throbbed painfully. Being in a relationship with someone who couldn't tell the difference between lying and not wasn't something Elisha could hope for. "Madame, are you all right?" "What?" "Since you were in prison earlier, you've been more silent." Elisha smiled faintly. "It's okay, sir Evan. I'm fine. But can you take me to my dad's? I want to see him." "Of course, madam. But don't forget that later you have lunch plans with Sir Alex in his office." "Ah, about that, I'll meet Alex with my family's dri
After the storm, there will be a rainbow, which suits the current situation.Elisha woke to the morning sunshine. She stretched a little, enjoying the sensual feel of the sheet against her naked body. And she saw him.Alex was sitting in a chair near the window, wearing only his shorts, reading something on his cell phone. She came to him.Elisha climbed into his lap and curled herself against him as he wrapped her in his embrace."Good morning," she whispered.Alex put down his phone and looked at his wife intently.He felt the soft heat of her breast against his chest, the gentle touch of her hand on his cheek. He closed his eyes when her lips were soft against his as she kissed him."It's killing me," he said gruffly. "I feel like my sanity depends on you, Wife.""What?""My desire for you is a burden on my soul. I'm desperate for you. I want to have you completely. Your mind, your heart, and also your body. I want to have all of that, Wife.""Alex, I—""Would you believe me if I s
It's been a month since Aeron's funeral.Today, Elliott decided to visit the graves of his wife and two sons.First of all, he visited Natasha's grave. There, Elliott spent half an hour recounting what had happened.He tells about Aramis, who is now in jail. Elliott also expressed his great disappointment towards Aramis, whom, although he was not his biological son, he had raised well."I feel guilty towards Aeron because all this time I hardly ever paid attention to him, Natasha," he said in a very low voice. "All this time, I thought of him as a useless child without me first trying to teach him well."Of course, Elliott's regrets didn't stop there. There was another, even greater regret he felt."Adrianus." He whispered. "Even though our son was innocent, I kicked him out cruelly. I never even wanted to meet him and his family, not until he and his wife died in an accident. Then, Natasha, do you know what more terrible things I have done?"Elliott looked at his wife's tombstone. Th
"Sir, this— Is what you said just now true?"Harris Hilton's voice sounded so surprised. Not long after, he hurriedly apologized for speaking in such an exclamatory tone."That's right, Harris. Please keep this secret to yourself. My children can't find out just yet. I'm telling you this so that I don't explode.""But why? How could you keep something this big a secret even for so many years?""I had to, Harris! Do you think I would do it if I still had a choice? The Winter family's reputation is at stake, and there is no way out.""But, this— Excuse me, sir. I didn't think that—""My younger sister, Maura, attends a boarding school in Switzerland. But one day, she suddenly came home pregnant. We are, of course, shocked by a situation like that. Moreover, Maura didn't want to tell who the man who had made her pregnant was. She carried the secret even to the end. She died in childbirth."There was silence for a few moments until Harry finally found his voice again. "So how— Ah, apologi
Aeron's funeral took place on a beautiful day.The sky looks so blue, decorated with white clouds. The sun was shining brightly, and the air was refreshing. Truly a perfect day to spend on vacation.Alex frowned.This pleasant weather seemed to mock those who were grieving.Many people attended Aeron's funeral, including Diora, his ex-wife. Alex could see Diora standing a bit away and alone. She looked like she didn't want people to recognize her.Neither Pamela nor David accompanied Diora because Alex knew that his two cousins were with Elisha, his wife.Alex snorted in amusement while one corner of his lips pulled upwards.Now, he felt ridiculous about himself. It didn't feel long ago that he had been irritated that David was clinging to Elisha like a kitten following its mother everywhere.But now, Alex was grateful.He was grateful for having Elisha because it was thanks to his wife that his two cousins could be stronger through this terrible storm."Wife, I miss you.""I'm he
Three days passed in the blink of an eye.Alex was sitting looking at Elisha, who was making up. All the movements that his wife did seemed to be inseparable from his pair of deep blue eyes.He watches her when Elisha looks up when wearing eyeliner or when her lips are slightly parted when Elisha applies lipstick, and he doesn't feel bored at all.This was crazy.Ever since Alex realized his feelings for Elisha, he didn't want to leave his wife. Even to go to work, he felt so lazy, whereas before, Alex was a workaholic. He didn't seem like he was, but surprisingly Alex didn't mind.This was weird."Is there something weird?""Pardon?""Alex, since earlier, you have been looking at me incessantly. So, what's wrong? Is there anything strange about my appearance?"He smiled. "I think you have caught me, Wife," he said.Alex approached Elisha, hugged her from behind, then rested his chin on Elisha's shoulder. He looked at himself and Elisha in the mirror and was amazed by how perfect th
"Of course, we'll come, Aeron. Don't worry. Anyway, please prepare lots of delicious food for us."Aeron heard a soft groan which was followed by a chuckle. He smiled, too, because he could imagine that on the other side of the call, Adrianus was being beaten by Willona."All right," he said with laughter. "See you tonight.""See you tonight. Oh, and Aeron.""Yes?""I'm glad you invited us. Thank you."Aeron was silent for a few moments. He, too, felt so moved.It had been quite some time since Adrianus had been chased out of the house by Elliot, and finally, tonight, they would gather again for dinner together."I feel happy too, Brother," he said then. "See you tonight."Their phone call finally ended. Aeron then informed Aramis that Adrianus and his family were coming. After that, he waited happily but impatiently for dinner.But in fact, everything ended not according to Aeron's expectations.That night Adrianus had an accident that killed him and his wife, Willona. And the dinne
Aeron was very shocked when he found out how Pamela was.His daughter needed treatment to remove all the effects of the drug in her body. On top of that, Pamela was clearly under a lot of mental stress.Aeron sat hunched over and covered his face with both hands.He was relieved already that David had regained consciousness after undergoing various treatments for the concussion he had. But now, he again felt worried about Pamela's condition."Oh, Lord. Why is everything getting messed up like this?"Aeron groaned and wailed. He felt that the happiness that he had, now shattered in the blink of an eye.Hadn't his life been nearly perfect all this time?Even though he is not the main heir in his family, Aeron has more than enough wealth. He has a magnificent house and all kinds of other luxuries.Aeron also has a beautiful wife and two children, a daughter, and a son.Her life is perfect. He has everything. But now, everything seemed to be turned upside down."Why am I going through all
In the quiet bedroom, only the sound of two people breathing could be heard.Elisha was breathing, calming down to an even pace, and Alex lowered his head, turned her body sideways, then wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her into his arms.He embraced her for a while, then covered her lips, eyes, and forehead with kisses."Alex, I think we should get up now.""Mmhh."Elisha laughed. Alex's kisses amused her."Stop it. Ha-ha. Alex, please. That’s ticklish.""Then, how about I make it not ticklish?""No! Alex, it's already morning.""We can still make it. Wife, there is plenty of time."Alex whispered, then bit her neck and left another hickey there.His hand stealthily slipped from her back to her waist, but Elisha twisted her body and naturally pushed his hand away.When the smooth sensation of her skin disappeared from his palm, he reached out stubbornly and grabbed her buttocks.This time, Elisha pushed away from his chest."Wife?""We can’t, Alex. Don't you have to go to w