She was aware that she may not have access to all of the company's crucial documents, but she would still have enough time to gather the necessary evidence to bring down the company which would be a huge blow to Trevor and his father."Why the hesitation?" Ethan Maddox inquired when Emma zoned out, offering no response. Quickly snapping out of her reverie, Emma forced a smile onto her face."I will resign from my current job then, and begin on Wednesday, if that is suitable for you?" Emma fibbed, not wanting him to know that she had not been employed previously. Ethan reciprocated her smile with a nod."Upon your departure, a copy of the company's employee work document, accompanied by a folder containing all necessary information about the company, will be presented to you. Alternatively, the documents can be signed on Wednesday, as per your request," Ethan smiled at Emma, his taste for seduction evident as he licked his lips while she smoothed down a stray strand of hair."Thank you
Her sobs were met with Lucas's cold, unwavering gaze. "He understood me more than you ever did, Lucas. He's alway there to listen to me, to make me satisfied. I cannot explain it more," Ivanka pleaded, her tears flowing freely, but he remained unconvinced."If that is true, why did you leave? Why not go back to him? Go back to him and continue being satisfied from whatever hunger you have and leave me the hell alone!" Lucas retorted."I know I was wrong, but I must make you understand it wasn't entirely my fault. I want you back, Lucas. I want us to return to our prior state," Ivanka begged, reaching out to touch him, but he recoiled as if avoiding a fiery object."After five years, you come back and still shift the blame onto me, portraying yourself as the victim? I wonder how I never saw through your manipulation. It's a pity I was so blind, now you ' want me back?'" Lucas let out a dry laught and then walked closer to her, "I will be damn to give you access into my life. Listen car
Silent and stupefied, Lucas gazed at Emma. There was something in her voice and the tenderness in her eyes that filled his heart with adoration and admiration for her. This was the moment, the sign he needed to leave all past experience behind and embark on a new beginning with her. "I apologize, Emma. My words were unbecoming and I regret them. I only want you to be safe and not put yourself in harm's way for any reason. I promise to never raise my voice at you or let my emotions get the best of me," Lucas replied, gently taking Emma's interlinked hands and stepping away from the door to embrace her in a hug. He held her tightly for a moment, inhaling her sweet fragrance as he closed his eyes.The captivating aroma of his cologne brought solace to Emma; his embrace gave her a sense of comfort she couldn't explain. As they stood there in each other's arms, Emma realized that she was already lost to him. He had successfully tugged at her heartstrings."How about dinner tomorrow?" Luca
The next word from Ethan maddox halted her completely, with shock, "When may I have the pleasure of having dinner with you, Emma?" Ethan inquired, his unwavering gaze locked with hers.Emma's shocked expression slowly transformed into a wide smile, a nervous buzz coursing through her. She gently pulled away from his grasp, tucked a strand of hair behind her ear in a feigned display of bashfulness. Glancing around the office quickly wanting to avoid Ethan's piercing gaze first, she carefully and calculatively considered her reply."I believe I require some time to adjust to my new position, Mr. Ethan. And I doubt your employees would appreciate knowing about our rendezvous, particularly after the recent dismissal, You don't want rumors of a sex scandal between me and you right?" Emma explained, her mind racing through a variety of excuses she had prepared.Ethan sighed, attempting to sway her. "They need not know, Emma. I can handle our privacy, you don't need to worry about that. And
Seated at the table, they exchanged coy glances while relishing the sumptuous meal Lucas had meticulously prepared. A mischievous grin danced on Lucas's lips as he caught continous fickle Emma's gazes."You've been staring at me too much for quite some time, i might begin to feel uncomfortable" he jested with a playful twinkle in his eyes.Emma's cheeks flushed as she playfully swatted him on the hand resting on the table. "I was not gazing too much. Well, i can't help but notice how hot you look cooking," she retorted,her smile gave her away as her cheeks redden with blush.Lucas chuckled, the warmth and affection in his tone filling the air as they continued their banter over breakfast, talking about random things and also the movies they would watch tonight since it's the weekend and they would be spending it at home alone.Lucas's eyes lingered on Emma, his expression inquisitive as he disrupted her morning meal with an impromptu question. "So, how was work this week? Anything new
After several hours, a faint knock on the door made Emma emerge from her room, a tentative smile gracing her lips as she saw Lucas waiting at the entrance."Hey," she greeted, giving him a warm smile."Hi. I was thinking we could watch a couple of movies. I've already got snacks," Lucas shifted from one foot to the other, his hopeful gaze meeting Emma's."That sounds perfect. As long as you brought enough dark chocolates," she teased, allowing Lucas to take her hand and lead her to his room."You have no idea how much I've got," Lucas chuckled, his hold on her hand becoming firmer as they entered his room and he closed the door.Emma glanced around the room, taking in the soft glow of scented candles and the soothing aroma they spread. Red rose petals scattered on the floor added a touch of romance that made her heart flutter."When did you set all this up?" she asked, turning to Lucas with a mix of surprise and admiration in her eyes."While you were probably asleep," Lucas grinned m
As Emma withdrew her hand and distanced herself from him, Lucas's eyes slowly opened, confusion evident in his furrowed brow. Was she angry? Was she about to leave?But then, much to his surprise, Emma rose from the bed, her movements calculated as she gradually removed her top, revealing her bare breast in the gentle flicker of lights. Lucas's mouth went dry at the sight of her hardened nipples, beckoning him to suck on them. Keeping his gaze locked on hers, Emma whispered, "I'm ready, Lucas. I want you to make love to me now."Seeing her flawless breasts for the first time, Lucas was pushed to the edge, his erect cock already leaking with desire for her. That was all the confirmation he needed. This was what he had been longing for.He wished Emma knew the depth of his desire for her, wished she knew how many times he had pleasured himself in the shower, envisioning her long legs wrapped around him as he fucked her until she cried out his name.Without uttering a word, Lucas discard
"Fuck!" Lucas cursed as she sucked on him, this was way better than he had imagined when pleasuring himself in the shower. Emma's mouth was doing things he had never felt before.His hands guided her head, urging her on as she continued sucking him off, the intensity of his desire evident in every motion. Emma's heart swelled with pride as she witnessed how much he was enjoying receiving pleasure from her.When Lucas could no longer contain himself, he stopped her. "Lay on the bed, Emma. You're going to make me come if you continue with that, but right now, i want your pussy wrapped around my cock" his voice husky and commanding. Filled with longing, Emma nervously complied, unsure of what to expect from him.As Lucas removed her panties gently, Emma lifted her hips upwards, exposing herself fully bare to his greedy eyes. The fire in his eyes lit up in flames, a look Emma hadn't seen on Lucas shown on his face as his eyes were fixed on her private part.With parted legs, Lucas's eyes
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
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
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.
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
"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
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
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
"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
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