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Emma's hand descended to the plate, gently placing the fork on the table as her gaze met Lucas's unexpected and unnerving presence. His expression was inscrutable, a veiled display of emotions she couldn't decipher as his eyes shifted from her to Mr. Maddox.A palpable tension permeated the air, thickening with each passing moment. Emma's heart raced as she witnessed the silent exchange of stares between Mr. Maddox and Lucas. There was something in the way they gazed at each other, a mixture of familiarity and animosity, that felt out of place and unexpected.The features of Mr. Maddox hardened, his jaw tensing into a firm line as he regarded Lucas with a steely gaze.Guilt gnawed at her insides as she saw the hurt in Lucas's eyes, a silent accusation that made her shrink back in her chair with remorse. But as she contemplated the exchange of looks between him and Mr. Maddox, a new question arose: Did Lucas have a prior acquaintance with Mr. Maddox?Lucas immediately turned and depart
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She knocked softly, but there was no response. Gently pushing the door ajar, she found Lucas sat on his bed, his back turned to her. Clearing her throat, she summoned the courage to speak."I apologize for cancelling on you to dine with Ethan," Emma began, her voice overflowing with regret. When Lucas continued to remain silent, she pressed on, her words spilling out in a rush. "I was afraid I could lose my job if I didn't go."Lucas let out a heavy sigh, his shoulders slumping under the weight of his emotions. "This is why I have refrained from pursuing romantic relationships, Emma," he admitted.Lucas released a soft exhale as he rose from the bed, standing in the center of the expansive bedroom, his gaze fixed on Emma as she approached him with gentleness. "Emma, I love you wholeheartedly. I don't want any games between us.""I'm not playing games with you, Lucas. I love you too," Emma protested, her heart aching at the pain evident in his voice. "I made a mistake, and I'm sorry. I
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In astonishment, Mrs. Sinclair shook her head, her gaze shifting between Emma and Lucas, who remained unresponsive. "Why not spend the night together and tell me the difference from sleeping alone?" she playfully suggested, wiggling her brows before making her way to the door. "See you in the morning, son," she added with a wink before slipping out and closing the door softly behind her.Emma turned to Lucas, contemplating whether to broach the subject of Mr. Maddox again or save it for another day. After a moment of hesitation, she decided to postpone the conversation, instead offering Lucas a reassuring smile before slipping under the covers.Joining her in bed, Lucas sensed her unease and pulled her close, his arms enveloping her warm body. Despite the intimate closeness, he consciously refocused any thoughts of sexual desire onto the simple pleasure of holding Emma in his arms.As they lay intertwined, Lucas marveled at the warmth and softness of Emma's skin against his own.For E
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“Mr. Ethan does not like workers meddling with his files, and even I do not touch them,” Mrs. Higgins stated firmly, her gaze unwavering. “I would let this slide, but I will have to inform Mr. Ethan when he arrives,” she concluded, her tone leaving no room for argument.Emma's pulse quickened as she weighed her options. Admitting she had been doing something bad would only give Mrs. Higgins the upper hand and acknowledge her suspicion, and Emma couldn't afford to show weakness, especially with someone watching her every move. “No problem, I have nothing to hide,” she replied with forced confidence, flashing Mrs. Higgins a strained smile before exiting the room.As Emma stepped into the corridor, she felt a bead of sweat trickle down her temple. She wiped it away with a trembling hand, trying to quell the rising panic threatening to overwhelm her as she settled into her chair.Minutes stretched into eternity as Emma waited, her senses on high alert for any sign of Mrs. Higgins' return.
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Emma's pulse quickened, caught off guard by the direct accusation. She was taken aback at the way Mitchell spoke to her with so much dislike.Before she could respond, Mr. Mitchell retorted, his words intended to strike back. "Mr. Ethan is demanding a staff meeting. Send out the memo. I know you're behind this. Ever since Karen's departure, things have never been the same. There's something about you that demands attention, and I'll be sure to give it to you."Immediately, Emma's throat went dry and her palms began to sweat.She typed the letter with shaky fingers, sending the memo to the designated team of employees as requested. As her coworkers filtered into the boardroom, she looked around anxiously for a friendly face, finding none among the somber expressions.The room fell into a heavy silence as Mr. Ethan entered, all eyes on him as he prepared to speak. His authoritative voice broke through the tension, commanding everyone's attention as he addressed the gathered employees. "
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"It was a nightmare," Emma groaned, sparing the details and keeping things professional. Lucas laughed along with her here and there, understanding her struggle."Sounds like a crazy day," Lucas chuckled. He watched as Emma devoured her donut and ice cream, letting out a loud burp once she was finished. She couldn't help but blush a little at the embarrassment, but Lucas just laughed and drove them home.Upon entering the abode, Emma raised her brow and gazed at Lucas. "What about your mother?" she inquired."She has already departed. I dropped her off at the airport," Lucas replied with a tender grin. He understood that their relationship was still new for his mother to meddle in."I will shower in my room and then join you downstairs for dinner," Emma suggested as they ascended the stairs together. Yet, Lucas playfully shook his head and smiled."Come to my room when you are finished; we will dine there," Lucas suggested mischievously, wiggling his brow at her as she entered her roo
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As the sun rose, Emma hurriedly prepared as she rushed into her workplace, the memories of her night with Lucas still lingering in her mind.They barely had time to sleep, their insatiable hunger for eachother last night was beyond words, causing them to oversleep once again, and now she was running late for work. Entering his office with a file in hand, Emma froze, feeling the weight of Mr. Ethan's stare like a tangible force, holding her in place. His disapproving silence echoed in her ears, thick with tension, sending a shiver down her spine."You're behind schedule," he stated, his voice firm with a tinge of anger, his tone sharp and unyielding. Emma's heart raced, its beats frantic as she swallowed, determined not to avert her gaze."I apologize, it won't happen again," she stuttered, the words tumbling out in a rush. There was something about the way he looked at her today that screamed danger, a knowing glint in his eye, a hint of suspicion."It better not. Can you explain your
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A wave of disappointment washed over Emma as she shut her eyes, her anticipation of gaining more knowledge already shattered. There was a certain significance hidden within those files, something Mr. Ethan was trying to conceal from everyone. If she hadn't made a copy of the document she had previously saved, she would have lost access to it forever. The revelation of the small amount of information she had uncovered hit her like a ton of bricks. Never in her life had she imagined that Mr. Ethan was somehow connected to her father, and he had never mentioned it to her, not even once. With only her father's file marked as confidential, Emma couldn't help but suspect that Mr. Ethan was hiding something incriminating.As the clock struck 6pm, Emma let out a sigh of relief. She had spent the majority of the day tirelessly searching and saving every important detail she might need for her revenge plan.Just as she stepped into the elevator and pressed the button, a hand stretched out, kee
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Emma clenched her hands in her lap, her knuckles white. She glanced at Lucas, who gave her a reassuring nod. "You can do this," he mouthed.After what felt like an eternity, it was time for the verdict. The judge's voice was firm, unyielding. "Mario Rodriguez, you are sentenced to a total of fifty years in prison for the rape of Kathy Callum, for human trafficking, drug trafficking, money laundering, and aiding murders. You will be eligible for parole after twenty five years."The courtroom buzzed with murmurs, but Emma barely heard them. She was focused on the look of shock and fury on Mr. Mario's face as he was led away in handcuffs. It was over. Truly over.Tears welled in her eyes, but this time they were tears of relief. Lucas squeezed her hand, and she turned to him, a tentative smile breaking through. "It's finally over," she whispered, her voice thick with emotion.He nodded, pulling her into a hug. "You were amazing," he said softly. "So strong."Emma leaned into him, feeling
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Emma felt the warm trickle of blood running down the side of her face where the gun had struck her. The metallic scent filled her nostrils as she looked up at Mr. Mario. His grip on her face was ironclad, his face mere inches from hers. His breath was hot and reeked of cigarettes as he hissed, “Don’t make me kill you, Emma. Don’t tempt me.”His voice was low and menacing, and Emma could feel the vibration of his words against her skin. She knew she was probably making the worst decision of her life, but it was the only thing she could think of. With a sudden, desperate resolve, she lunged forward and sank her teeth into his nose. She bit down hard, the taste of blood flooding her mouth, and pulled with all her might until she felt the flesh tear awayMr. Mario’s scream pierced the air, raw and filled with agony. Emma could see the shock and pain in his eyes as he clutched his nose, blood streaming through his fingers. Seizing the moment, Emma summoned every ounce of strength and let o
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Emma slowly sat back down in a chair. She took a deep breath and opened the file. Inside, she found a set of documents. As she scanned the pages, her eyes landed on the title: "Dissolution of Betrothal Contract." Her heart pounded as she saw Morgan’s signature at the bottom.Her mind reeled. Why had Morgan changed her mind? What had prompted this sudden shift? Emma leaned back, staring at the papers, her thoughts a whirlwind of confusion and curiosity. But her relief was unmistakable."What had changed her mind?" Emma whispered to herself, the question lingering as she stepped out of the courtroom.**One month later**Emma stepped out of the hospital with Tina, who had just finished her antenatal check-up. The setting evening sun glinted off the hospital’s glass facade, casting long shadows on the pavement.Emma got into the driver’s seat and started the engine. “Feeling okay?” she asked as she navigated the car through the parking lot.Tina chuckled, resting a hand on her baby bump.
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His lips curled into a sneer. "I'm going to win my case tomorrow. And when I get out, Emma, I'll make sure you pay. I'll kill you, and before that, I'll have my way with you. Brutally. You'll regret everything. You should have stopped when you had the chance."Emma's smile didn't waver, but inside, a shiver ran down her spine. She steadied herself, refusing to let him see any weakness. She knew the case was too good for him to win it. "We'll see about that, Ethan Maddox. How pitiful it is, the once powerful Maddox, stuck in a jail cell." She stood up, adjusting her coat with deliberate grace.As the guards moved to take him away, Ethan's expression shifted, a malicious glint in his eye. "Watch your back, Emma. Mario is still out there, and he's planning something big."Emma paused, her heart skipping a beat, but she didn't turn around. She walked out of the room, the echo of Ethan's words trailing after her.With Mario still roaming out there, she knew everything was truly far from ov
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"Cookies or a sandwich?" Emma asked.Tina picked cookies without hesitation. Emma retrieved a pack from the pantry and placed a few on a plate, setting it on the counter next to where they would soon sit with their hot drinks.The kettle began to whistle, steam escaping from its spout as Emma poured the hot water into two waiting mugs filled with cocoa mix. The rich aroma of chocolate filled the air.They sat down at the kitchen table, the silence heavy between them as they sipped their drinks. The warmth of the hot chocolate seeped through Emma's fingers, temporarily soothing her senses.After they finished their drinks and Tina left, Emma returned to the living room. The fatigue of the day washed over her, and she settled onto the couch, her thoughts wandering to Lucas.Hours later, the sound of the front door opening roused Emma from her doze. She blinked sleepily, glancing at the clock—it was a little past seven. Lucas entered the room.He settled beside her on the couch, leaning o
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The lady sighed deeply, her shoulders slumping as she collapsed onto the edge of the bed. "Maybe you weren't convincing enough," she suggested. "You should have worn the other more revealing red dress. And maybe you sounded pushy..."Her words faded into the background as Morgan's anger reached a boiling point. With a sudden, ferocious movement, she stood up and crossed the room in two quick strides. Grabbing the lady by the front of her shirt, she lifted her off the bed and slammed her against the nearby wall. The impact sent a dull thud through the room."If you want to pass blame on me for your stupid plans not working," Morgan hissed through gritted teeth, her face inches from the lady's, "you're not going to like how it ends for you."The lady's eyes widened in shock and fear. Her breath came in shallow, rapid bursts. As Morgan's grip tightened momentarily before letting go, the lady slid down the wall, her legs weak beneath her. She straightened herself slowly, smoothing out her
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Upstairs, Lucas leaned back in his leather chair, the phone pressed to his ear. Morgan's voice echoed through the line, breaking the silence."We need to see Lucas. It's urgent," Morgan's tone was urgent.Lucas frowned, his brow furrowing. "See me for what?" he asked, his voice guarded.There was a brief pause on the other end of the line before Morgan replied, "About Ethan Maddox. There's been a breakthrough, and I thought you should know."Lucas's grip tightened on the phone. Ethan Maddox. He inhaled sharply."Why are you trying to help me?" Lucas's voice was low, contemplative. "It feels like there's more to this than just the case."A soft chuckle came through the line, warm and unexpectedly genuine. "Yes, Lucas," Morgan admitted, her tone unguarded. "I have my reasons. I want you to warm up to me, and if helping with this case will achieve that, then I'm willing to take the risk. I'm really sorry about yesterday, I shouldn't have done that. It's been years, and I should have allo
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"This is one of the disk file you gave to us, we would like to watch it with you," the police officer stated and Mrs Veronica nodded.The screen showed a dimly lit kitchen. Mrs. Maria was gagged and tied on the floor, her eyes wide with fear. Ethan Maddox was pacing around, his face twisted in anger, his mouth moving rapidly as he shouted. Although there was no sound, the rage in his body language was unmistakable. Mrs. Maria seemed to be pleading, shaking her head in desperation.The scene escalated quickly. Ethan Maddox grabbed a knife from the counter and, with a swift, brutal motion, slashed at Mrs. Maria's neck. Blood spurted out in gruesome bursts, staining the floor and walls. Mrs. Veronica's breath caught in her throat, her eyes glued to the screen.The officer quickly shut the laptop, her hands shaking slightly. She took a deep breath, her face pale. "This... this is more than enough evidence," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. Emma and Lucas sat in the car, parked
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Emma inhaled sharply, not expecting what she had just heard. "Does the phone contain information that could help?" She asked and the woman nodded.Emma glanced at Lucas, whose eyes were distant and unfocused, lost in thought.Lucas suddenly stood up from the worn-out couch, his expression resolute. "This is what we're going to do," he said, his voice steady. He ran a hand through his tousled hair, a sign of the stress they were under.Emma watched as he began to pace. "I'm going to call the police, and you're going to speak to them," he continued, "They'll come here and find everything exactly as it is. But this time, we'll take pictures and leak them to the public. That way, they can't cover anything up, especially with the FBI involved." He glanced at the woman, whose eyes widened slightly, a mix of fear in her gaze."We need to make sure they can't hide this," Lucas explained. "You're going to tell them you've been attacked and that you have information they need. When they're clos
