"How can you let such a thing happen…it was your duty to make sure this place is safe!"Frank yelled at detective Cruz and his team. They knew any better than to let their cell be unsafe for people. This wasn't a maximum prison where violence happened"Such things happen, sir…anyone in that cell is considered a criminal…your daughter is no different, "the detective said calmly. He had no right to say the cell wasn't safe. His daughter was a suspected criminal. If she met a few bad people there. How was it their fault that she provoked them and got beaten up? Frank was angry from the time he came to the hospital. Although Martha was in police custody she was taken to a hospital immediately they found her lying half-dead in the prison cell covered in blood"Do you think I care about that…you refused my daughter's bail and now she was nearly killed here!"Frank didn't leave any stone unturned. He went as far as approaching a judge for help. He knew many influential people in the legal syst
While the women were discussing men. The men had covered in the private lounge situated to the left-wing of the mansion. The large room was painted white with a large glass window with golden curtains hanging and drawn apart. Revealing a beautiful rear view of the large grassland yard. The particular area was rarely used. Victor's mansion was equivalent to an estate except that it didn't have any mini buildings. The yard extended further and has a private swimming pool alongside a basketball court and a newly made playground for kidsHe built the playground for Skylar and his future kids. And looking outside the window he knew the little one Vivienne was expecting was another addition to his familyHe couldn't help but smile to himself as he turned back to the two men busy pouring some cold beers down their throats. It was early in the afternoon. Victor chose to stay home since he messed up big timeWith Vivienne giving him a cold shoulder. He switched to acting all lovey-dovey like
Vivienne didn't know the feeling she had. Especially when Frank didn't leave her side. Marlene said she had been busy the entire day preparing food for her. On the other hand, Cate wasn't so pleased to see her. The disdainful look she was giving her was enough to kill her"Eat up dear…I don't know what you like so…I made everything"Marlene coaxed and put more food on her plate. Glancing up, Vivie saw how Frank was smiling nodding at her as if telling her to feel at home. "Yes dear…your mother spent the entire day ordering everyone to make sure the entire house was spotless" Frank added and poured Vivie a glass of water. "Thank you, "Vivie muttered with a faint smile. Victor gave her a side glance of assurance. Having him beside her was something she appreciated knowing this was a foreign place for her. After the years she spent alone, now suddenly having a family. It was too good to be true"Brother, how sure are you that…this girl is my niece?"Cate said getting everyone's attentio
After I saw the room. Marlene invited me to the lounge and she started showing me the house. I didn't want to but since she was happy to show me everything I complied. She was a lot cheerful. She didn't stop talking or saying how much she loved meHer words made me feel warm inside,"Dear…you don't have to worry…I'm a hundred percent behind you" Marlene said while running her hands in my hair. For a second I wanted to ask her why I had red hair. She didn't have red hair neither did Frank and Leo had brown hair"Do…do you believe me when I say Martha isn't what she appears to be?"I asked, turning around to look at her. Her expression was soft and her eyes full of love. Her hands reached for my face and she caressed me lovingly. I saw her care. A mother who loved her daughter. How could Cate do such a thing to her? She was deprived of her children. Despite Leo being there. He despised her"I believe you, my dear…I know I raised her but I had my suspicions a long time ago" Marlene whispe
(Vivienne )The only thing I wanted was to sleep. Rest and stay in bed. Unfortunately, that wasn't likely to happen when Julia came knocking. She knew any better than to interrupt my beauty sleep however I couldn't resist a fresh nicely made milkshake."Hmm..taste better…nice one," I said when I took a sip of the milkshake. Julia was talented. She knew exactly what I liked and having her here was enough "Good morning to you Madam…did you have a good night ?"Julia asked and drew the curtains apart. The bright light blinded my eyes and when she pushed the windows open. A cold shiver ran through me, crawling on my skin "Well maybe…how's your morning?"I asked shrugging and Julia chuckled with a slight nod and walked to the bed. I thought I would have a difficult time falling asleep here. Mainly because it was a foreign place. However, recalling how Victor tucked me in before he left. I couldn't help but smile"Your bubble bath is ready," Julia said and started arranging the pillows be
It was shocking to see Cate pleading for her life..caught in the act was what I described as the scenery. She was pathetic and miserable. Her bad deeds have caught up with her. Frank and Marlene didn't even listen to her thousand excuses. She was a bitter womanHer heart was dark, full of hate to have done something so despicable. Separating me from my parents was the worst thing a human won do..asking a nurse to kill me added to her crimes"I'm sorry…she threatened me…I asked why she was doing this…and she told me…you tricked Mr Lewis to marry you"the nurse said to Marlene. She was on her knees despite how she was. Marlene was hurt. The sadness in her eyes was something I came to know I hated seeing. She was on the verge of passing out as the nurse confessed everything Cate ever did"She told me the child wasn't Mr Lewis's child and that he was neglecting his adopted daughter "the nurse added and all that were just excuses. She too was supposed to be punished because she was an acc
"We need proper outfits…I hired very well-known designers," Tina said, showing her team exactly what they needed for the upcoming fashion show. Cassy took down some notes knowing this was important, especially her who was chosen as a model as per Leo's wishes"I want everyone a hundred per cent on this," Clementina explained, scrolling through the large screen. Her agency was growing. She needed people she could trust, especially talented ones. Cassy nodded. She was just an aspiring fashion designer yet to be known. Of course, Clementina wouldn't choose her to design the costumes for the runway"The ads will be done by Mr Leonardo Monro…everyone knows him, "Clementina said knowing she got the best. Leo was known and loved especially by women. He wasn't only a model but a movie star. A heart-throb desired by women of all ages. Seeing how the girls were giggling at the mention of Leo. Cassy sighed inwardly and glanced at her notebook. It seemed Leo had fans, the work her co-workers were
Vivienne sat beside Victor. The man held her hand which rested in his lap securely as if she would flee from him. The little gestures of watching what she ateServed her some food if ever she didn't have any and since she was eating for two. The man coaxed her to eat more"Vic I think you should eat too," Marlene said with a light chuckle only for Victor and jerk back to reality realizing he wasn't alone with Vivie however with the rest of the family"He's a gentleman…my daughter is in safe hands " Frank commented with laughter teasing Victor and Mauricio frowned. Vivienne knew the embarrassment she was feeling. Victor was acting all lovey-dovey with her in front of everyone "Take it easy…Vivie will burst if you make her eat so much, '' Marlene said, smiling at the cute display of affection by Victor. Despite the age difference between the two. She saw love and understanding. Victor had an intimidating demeanor, a cold and aloof aura but seeing him act like a defenseless creature wa