Amelia, feeling a surge of unease, watched as Liam turned to her and reassured her, "Just sit down, make yourself comfortable. I'll be back." She nodded, offering him a small smile, though her mind was filled with curiosity and a touch of anxiety.As Liam followed Natalie away from Amelia, she couldn't help but wonder what they were going to discuss. She leaned back in her seat, trying to ease the nervous energy that had settled within her. Liam closed the door behind him, hoping to maintain some privacy during their conversation. Natalie immediately unleashed her frustration, her voice filled with anger. "What the hell is wrong with you?" she exclaimed, her tone intense. Liam quickly gestured for her to lower her voice, whispering, "Shhh... She could hear you."Natalie reluctantly brought her voice down to a hushed tone, her frustration still evident. "What do you mean she'll be staying here?" she asked, seeking clarification. Liam sighed, trying to explain. "Just for the meantime
The tension between the two men hung in the air, their unspoken words echoing in the silence.Alexander's frustration grew as he continued to question Nanny Grace, believing that Andrew was manipulating her against him. He demanded answers, "Is Andrew making you do something against your will? What is he forcing you to say, Nana?"Nanny Grace, torn between her loyalty to both Alexander and Andrew, found herself unable to respond. Her eyes darted between the two men, searching for a solution or a way to ease the tension that had escalated so quickly.Andrew, growing impatient with Alexander's accusations, interjected firmly, "I'll call my lawyer on you in an instant if you don't leave here."Alexander, taken aback by Andrew's threat, slowly backed away with his hands raised in surrender. He turned his attention back to Nanny Grace, his frustration evident. "So, you're letting Andrew turn you against me? And if you saw me and Catherine, so fucking what!" he exclaimed, his anger seepin
Satisfied with her acknowledgment, Mr. Finn pressed further. "Tell us, Nanny Grace, what do you know about her relationship with Mr. Alexander?" Alexander, unable to contain himself any longer, shot up from his seat, objecting vehemently. "Objection, my lord! He is trespassing!" he exclaimed, his voice filled with righteous fury.The judge, his patience waning, admonished Alexander, his words sharp. "You're interrupting, Mr. Alexander!" His lawyer swiftly intervened, standing up and addressing the judge with a touch of apology. "Sorry, my lord," he offered, hurriedly guiding Alexander back to his seat, urging him to gather his thoughts.Once order was restored, the judge commanded Mr. Finn to proceed. "Please, continue," he urged, his tone carrying a note of expectation.Mr. Finn acknowledged the judge's instruction and continued his questioning, determined to establish the relevance of Nanny Grace's testimony."Thank you, Your Honor," Mr. Finn said, maintaining a composed demeanor.
Amelia stood amidst the lush vineyard, her hands reaching out to pluck the ripe grapes. As she stretched, Liam, who had been tending to the vines nearby, noticed her and hurried over with a warm smile on his face. Concern etched in his eyes, he gently cautioned, "You shouldn't stress yourself, especially now that your baby is growing."Amelia's smile illuminated her face as she replied, "I've been doing nothing for months, Liam." She replied with a hint of weariness. "I sometimes feel so useless."Liam's smile widened, and he reached out, stretching his arm to pluck a cluster of grapes for Amelia. His fingers expertly plucked a juicy grape and offered it to her. "Here you go," he said, his voice filled with tenderness.Amelia placed her hands on her waist, her eyes shining with gratitude as she accepted the grape from Liam. She savored the sweetness, feeling a momentary respite from the weight she carried. Liam's presence brought a sense of comfort, and she was grateful for his unde
Liam interrupted her with a chuckle, his laughter lightening the tension in the air. "Feeling something for me?" he interjected, a hint of amusement coloring his tone. "Nah, don't worry yourself too much about it, especially since she's married."Natalie froze, her eyes widening in shock. "She's married?" she repeated, her voice barely a whisper. Liam's slip of the tongue had revealed a secret Amelia wanted to keep hidden.He instantly realized his mistake, regret washing over him. Amelia had made it clear that she wanted her personal life to remain private, and he had unintentionally revealed her marital status. Stammering, he attempted to backtrack. "No, no, that's not what I meant," he stumbled, his words faltering. "I... I must have misspoke."Natalie's eyes bore into Liam's, her curiosity demanding an explanation. "Why didn't you say she was married?" she pressed, her voice filled with a mix of surprise and suspicion.Liam paused for a moment, contemplating his response. He kn
Andrew's voice filled with pleasant surprise as he spoke on the phone, "Already? I didn't know you'd be back so soon," he exclaimed, a mix of surprise and excitement coloring his words.Lila's voice held a touch of longing as she replied, "Nah... I was missing you already." Andrew's smile widened at her words, feeling the warmth of her affection through the phone.Eager to see Lila, Andrew asked, "Where are you?" Lila's response came swiftly, her voice carrying a hint of anticipation. "My plane just dropped, I'm still at the airport," she informed him.Curiosity piqued, Andrew inquired further, "Who's picking you up?" Lila hesitated, her playful manner giving way to uncertainty. She bit her lip as she played with her hair, then finally confessed, "No one... yet."Determination surged within Andrew, overpowering any reservations he might have had. "I'm coming," he declared, his voice laced with urgency. "Wait for me."Hanging up the phone, Andrew rushed out of his study, his steps q
Andrew's laughter joined Lila's as he glanced out the car window, his mind briefly whisked away by the momentary escape from his worries. Lila's presence had an uncanny ability to lift his spirits, even in the midst of uncertainty.Sensing that something was amiss, Lila turned her attention back to Andrew, her eyes filled with concern. "So tell me, how have you been? I noticed your mood, even if you're trying to hide it. What's wrong?" she inquired gently, her voice conveying both care and understanding.Andrew turned to face Lila. "I just need to cool off," he admitted. The weight of recent events had taken a toll on him, and he longed for a respite from the demands of his life.Soon, they arrived at the hotel, their destination for the moment. Lila glanced at Andrew, with gratitude in her eyes. "Thanks," she said warmly as she stepped out of the car. She turned to look at Andrew who was still seated inside his car. "You're coming, right?" Lila asked, her words hanging in the air
Lila placed her hands gently on Andrew's chest, her eyes filled with concern. "I know you, cupcake. I can sense when something is bothering you," she replied softly.Andrew's desire for solace and connection intensified as he pulled Lila in for a kiss.His grip on her tightened as he carried her effortlessly, his longing translating into a fiery passion. The weight of their bodies sank into the softness of the bed, consuming them with desire and escape.A spark of playfulness ignited in Lila's eyes as she playfully cautioned him, her voice laced with a teasing tone. "Careful, tiger," she whispered, a mischievous smile dancing on her lips. Andrew chuckled, his arms securely holding her, his eyes locking with hers.Andrew's longing for distraction pushed him to deepen the kiss, seeking solace and a temporary release from the weight of his emotions.Lila reciprocated his fervor, her hands running through his hair as their bodies pressed closer together on the bed.Andrew's desire to fo
Amelia stood there, tears of joy streaming down her face, listening to Andrew's words of love and reminiscences of their past. Andrew said, "the first time I asked you to be my wife, it was arranged, you never wanted to. You agreed because you had no choice. I only granted you the divorce because I wanted to start afresh with you."She couldn't help but laugh at his playful remark about the first proposal. "Or you had no choice either," she jokingly replied, sharing a lighthearted moment with him.With a smile, Andrew continued, expressing his true feelings, "Now I'm asking you again, out of your will. Amelia Tate, can you do me the honors of becoming my wife?" Overwhelmed with happiness, Amelia screamed, "Yes, yes, yes!!!" The excitement spread through everyone present as they joined in the joyous moment.In a rush of emotions, Amelia ran to hug Andrew, and amidst the laughter, Perry playfully yelled, "Collect the ring first!" The laughter continued as Andrew gently slipped the
With a heart full of happiness and anticipation, Andrew walked down the stairs of his home, feeling a world of difference from the past few months. Everything was now beautiful and filled with joy and love. Today was a special day as he was going to pick up Amelia from the hospital after her remarkable recovery from the coma.Tony approached him to inform him that the car was ready. He said, "The car is ready, boss."But Andrew declined, wanting to savor every moment of the day. "Nah... I'll drive myself," he replied with a smile.Tony said, "are you sure boss?""Nah… I'm fine, hand me the keys." Andrew said as he stretched his hands towards Tony to collect his keys.Tony walked towards him and handed him the keys to the Rolls Royce Phantom, and Andrew hopped in, ready to go pick up his beloved Amelia.The drive to the hospital was filled with excitement and eagerness. Andrew couldn't wait to see Amelia's reaction to the grand surprise he had prepared for her at home. As he arrived
The doctor stammered, realizing the gravity of his poorly phrased suggestion. "No... no, that's not what I meant," he attempted to clarify.Andrew stepped closer to the doctor, his eyes piercing through him. "Are you going to tell me how to spend my money?" he demanded.The doctor quickly backtracked, "No sir, it was just a suggestion from a professional."But Andrew was not swayed. He fiercely responded, "Keep your profession to yourself! We're not taking her off any life support! We're not depriving her of her rights to fight! Understood?"The doctor nodded, humbled by Andrew's words, "Yes, sir."Andrew left his office and slammed the door behind him.Leaving the doctor's office, Andrew returned to Amelia's room, his emotions still raw. Mrs. Tate noticed his changed mood and approached him, concerned. "How is Amelia? What did the doctor say?"Andrew took a deep breath, trying to compose himself. "It's nothing serious," he reassured Mrs. Tate, not wanting to worry her further.But M
Andrew carefully came down the stairs, holding Violet in his arms. His daughter had grown bigger, and she now had curly brown hair, which bounced with each moment, a beautiful resemblance to her mother, Amelia. Nanny Grace approached them, holding Violet's little bag and other items Amelia used to cherish."Thanks, Nana," Andrew said with genuine gratitude. "What about Amelia's hairbrush and perfumes?"Nanny Grace smiled warmly. "I've packed them inside, just as you requested.""Thanks," Andrew replied, relieved that everything was in order. He made his way towards the front door, Violet snuggled safely in his arms. But before he could reach the car, Nanny Grace's voice called him back."Uhm... Andrew," she hesitated, concern etched on her face.Andrew turned back to face her, his eyes filled with curiosity. "What is it, Nana?"Nanny Grace took a deep breath, her voice gentle but filled with worry. "Any news on Alexander?"Andrew's expression tightened, a mix of frustration and pain
Nanny Grace's sobs echoed through the air as she cradled Violet in her trembling arms. Tears streamed down her face, and her voice cracked with anguish as she cried out."Alexander, noooo!" Her legs gave way beneath her, and she collapsed to the ground, clutching Violet tightly.One of the cops quickly shouted, "Call in the divers!" The police were already taking action to search for Alexander's body in the water below the bridge.Andrew rushed to Nanny Grace and Violet, his own heart torn apart by the events unfolding before him. He knelt down beside them and wrapped his arms around them both.Nanny Grace, her voice choked with grief, managed to speak through her tears, "Wh...what of Amelia? What happened? Where is she? How did it happen?" Her voice trembled with a desperate hope for answers.Andrew's heart felt as though it had been torn into a million pieces. He struggled to find the words, his voice barely above a whisper. "I...I really don't know. Stone called, and..." Just as
Nanny Grace pleaded with him, her heart breaking at the sight of a man she had once loved like a son, now consumed by rage and despair. "No, no, no, don't harm the innocent baby, Alexander. She has nothing to do with this. Just turn yourself in."Alexander, struggling with his emotions, replied bitterly, "Then what do I get in return? Spend the rest of my life in jail? It's better we all die here!!"Nanny Grace's eyes filled with tears as she realized the extent of Alexander's desperation. She knew she had to reach him, to show him that there was another way out of this dark path he had chosen."Then you'll have to kill me first, Alexander, because I'm getting the baby out of the car," Nanny Grace declared resolutely. She was willing to put her life on the line to protect Violet.Alexander's hands trembled as he held the gun. He couldn't bear the thought of hurting Nanny Grace, no matter how deep his pain ran.Nanny Grace slowly approached him, step by step, keeping her gaze locked
The other police officers rushed to the corridor where Detective Stone was, following his urgent call for an ambulance. As they saw Amelia's lifeless body lying on the ground, one of them recognized her and exclaimed, "Isn't this Mr. Reynolds' wife? Is she dead?"Detective Stone walked over to Amelia's body, he knelt down beside her, gently placing his hands on her neck to check her pulse. His expression grew more grave as he felt her faint heartbeat. "Her pulse is very low, quickly call the ambulance!!!" he urgently instructed one of the officers.The officer quickly made the call, relaying the critical situation to the emergency services. "They're on their way," he responded to Detective Stone.Meanwhile, Detective Stone's phone rang, and he took it out to answer. It was Andrew on the other end. Before he could say anything, Andrew's voice came through, stammering with worry. "I... I can't find Amelia! Ch... check the warehouse for her! Have you seen her?!" Andrew desperately sa
One of the henchmen hesitated, looking back at Amelia lying unconscious on the floor. "What about her? Are we leaving her here?!" he questioned, showing a flicker of concern."We don't have time!! Go bring the baby!!!" Alexander snapped, prioritizing their escape over everything else. Leaving Amelia behind was the only option he saw to ensure their escape.They rushed upstairs to where Violet was sleeping, and Alexander's henchman quickly grabbed her, carrying her in his arms as they hurriedly left the warehouse.Amelia remained motionless on the floor.Outside, the police sirens grew louder, signaling that the authorities were closing in. Alexander's heart pounded with fear as he led his men to a getaway vehicle, hoping to escape in time.One of his men said, "But what about the money?!"Alexander's eyes flashed with anger and frustration. "Do you want to go to jail?!" he snapped back. "Andrew would do anything for his daughter!!! Let's move!!!" he ordered.Their priorities were cle
Amelia continued to stammer, her voice trembling, "I swear, I don't have it. You took it with you."Meanwhile, Andrew and Detective Stone were hard at work, tracing the call from Alexander's phone. The tension in the room was thick as all their attention was at tracing the call, knowing that every second counted in finding Amelia and Violet.Detective Stone's face lit up with relief and excitement. "We've gotten it, sir! They are in an underground warehouse downtown," he announced.Andrew's heart raced with a mix of hope and fear. "What are you waiting for, let's hurry!" he commanded.With the location finally pinpointed, Andrew and Detective Stone wasted no time. They rushed out of the study, making their way as quickly as possible to the underground warehouse where Amelia and Violet were being held captive.The room was filled with tension as Alexander, consumed by rage, cornered Amelia, demanding to know the whereabouts of his phone. He grabbed Amelia by the arm as he shook her