Silas’s gaze turned cold. Marilynn practically sold off her sister all to ruin her in the name of petty jealousy because she lacked actual talent herself. And he had fallen into the trap as well. “If it’s any consolation…I don’t think Marilynn had any idea it was you,” Tracy said. “I
“I don’t give a damn about her family,” Silas grunted. “What about yours? They okay with you marrying a Carlisle?” “I got where I am because I don’t let anyone stand in my way when I want something,” Silas coldly replied. “For Ava’s sake I hope so,” Tracy sai
“Good afternoon, ma’am,” the butler nodded as Ava entered the kitchen. “May I get you anything?” “N-no. Sorry.” Ava backed a step. “I didn’t know I wasn’t allowed to come here.” “I beg your pardon, ma’am?” Duncan approached. “I can assure you there is no place here you
His expression was soft nothing like the stern one he always used for pictures and certainly nothing like the enraged voice from ten years ago. Gently he raised his hand brushing her hair from her face before stroking her cheek. Ava blinked not certain how she should take his kind gestures or the
For the first time in weeks Ava woke rested and she wasn’t alone. Alexis snuggled beside her while Sean and Theo lounged at the foot of the bed. Seeing them she couldn’t help but smile but she also felt the pain of regret knowing Silas was not with them. Perhaps his presence had only been a dream
“Okay here’s our next move,” Alexis said. “We need bots to spread the news of their failed projects. Highlight the bids they lost to Prescott and make it look like they are falling behind. That should make investors think twice. Also highlight our little escapade with the hack. If they are too
“Be seated,” the bailiff instructed after Judge Matthews took his seat. “Let’s see,” the judge said, “Custody hearing. Mister Emerson Carlisle versus Miss Avalynn (Carlisle) Carter.” The judge looked up from his paperwork. On one side of the room sat Emerson Carlisle, res
“Young man that is not appropriate language in the courtroom,” Judge Matthews gently admonished. “Then tell him to turn around and stop leering over here,” Theo retorted. “He keeps looking at Lexi like she’s a piece of meat. It’s creepy.” The judge cleared his throat hidi