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066. Knight and Queen
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The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 067. Your father is awake...
“Ms. Westbrook,” Marcus began. “I just got a call from City General.” He hesitated, searching her face, and then continued, “Your father is awake.”Chloe’s breath caught, her pulse quickening. It was a moment she’d anticipated for so long but wasn’t fully prepared for. She reached out instinctively, her fingers grazing Marcus’s arm as she steadied herself. The myriad of questions, fears, and hopes rushed through her mind. Then she whispered as if to confirm what she just heard. “My father is awake?”Marcus gave a steady nod, his tone careful yet positive. “Yes, Ms. Westbrook. The doctors are with him now, monitoring his condition. They said it’s a good sign, but they’re still assessing everything.”Chloe’s mind spun as her thoughts tried to catch up with her emotions. After so many days spent in a fog of uncertainty, the news that her father was awake was both overwhelming and surreal. She blinked, refocusing herself as she turned toward Leo, who was watching her intently.“I have
Last Updated : 2024-11-06The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 068. Meeting Father...
“Chloe.”Chloe stood in her father’s ICU room, her pulse racing as her father’s voice hung in the air. She felt a myriad of emotions swirl within her as she moved closer, feeling her brothers at her side. Adam and Francis were quiet, each as caught in the weight of the moment as she was. And then, for the first time, her father’s eyes turned fully to her, his gaze heavy with enexpressed feelings.“Chloe,” he repeated, softer this time, as if her name were something sacred, a memory he was trying to bring back to life. His voice carried a feeling she could not fully identify—somewhere between awe and sadness.She took another step closer, gripping her cane tightly. “Father,” she whispered, the word strange on her tongue. She’d never thought of what she was going to call him, and yet now, it was the only word that fit.The seconds felt stretched as he looked at her, his gaze lingering on her face, taking in every detail as if seeing her for the first time. Chloe felt a flicker of unea
Last Updated : 2024-11-07The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 069. A threat or what?
Late that night, unable to sleep, Chloe found her way to the Adam’s study whic she uses ones a while. Her thoughts were restless as the weight of her father’s awakening lingered in her mind. The reunion had left her feeling unsettled, like she was still on the outside of a family she longed to be part of. Driven by an inexplicable urge to understand more about her family’s legacy, she decided to lose herself in the work of Westbrook Industries.She reached across her desk, feeling for the laptop’s cool surface and pressed the AI voice-command button she had installed some weeks back. The screen reader activated, reading aloud the lines as she navigated her way through the company’s financial files.“Yearly revenue reports, miscellaneous expenses…quarterly summaries…” Chloe murmured, scrolling through the layers of financial data.The speaker’s monotone filled the otherwise silent office, and she began to lose herself in the figures and the notes tied to each document.But as she dug
Last Updated : 2024-11-08The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 070. Free for lunch?
The next morning, Chloe was ready and waiting when Marcus arrived to pick her up. She greeted him with a nod, though her thoughts were still tangled with the unsettling encounter in the study the night before.She had lain awake, the stranger’s cryptic warning echoing in her mind, but she hadn’t mentioned it to anyone—not even Marcus.Once settled in the car, she turned to him with a thoughtful expression. “How’s everything progressing with the finance meeting?” she asked.“Smoothly so far,” Marcus replied, his focus on the road as they drove toward Westbrook Industries. “The finance manager has been collecting files, and we’ll meet with her at noon. I think we’re finally close to figuring out just how deep this goes.”Chloe nodded, feeling both relieved and apprehensive. The encounter with her father had left her reeling, and now, with this new information about Henry, she felt like her entire foundation was unstable.Yet the drive to uncover the truth and secure her family’s legacy
Last Updated : 2024-11-10The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 071. Another round of tests...
True to his word, Leo was there first thing in the morning, waiting for Chloe with a quiet smile and an easy confidence that put her at ease. She thought she would feel nervous, but his presence calmed her and made her feel more stable than she expected.As they headed to the hospital, Chloe felt Leo’s gaze shift to her occasionally. “I’m glad you asked me to come with you,” he said softly. “This is… well, it’s a big day.”"Yes, it is," she answered in a quiet but nervously excited voice. She took a breath, feeling the stress of the upcoming tests settle over her. “My brothers would’ve come, but…” She hesitated, her mind flashing to Adam and Francis, still tethered to their own hospital beds. “They can’t exactly leave the hospital right now,” she finished, a wry smile tugging at her lips.Leo spoke gently, his eyes filled with understanding. “I’m sure they’d be here if they could. You’re lucky to have them, Chloe.”She nodded, turning her head slightly toward him. “Family… it’s compli
Last Updated : 2024-11-11The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 072. Removed temporarily...
"Are you saying that it’s him?” Chloe's voice betrayed a hint of tension that she barely managed to hide as she sat across from Rachel Lewis, the finance manager of Westbrook Industries. The room was silent, except for the soft sound of the air conditioning and the gentle rustling of files piled up on the conference table between them. Chloe leaned forward, her fingers tracing the leather cover of her notebook as she waited.Rachel took a deep breath and spoke seriously while adjusting her glasses. “Yes, Ms. Westbrook. These anomalies all lead back to Henry’s accounts. But…” She hesitated, her voice dropping. “I believe he may not be alone in this.”Chloe's jaw tightened, showing a hint of anger hidden under her calm surface. “And you’re sure?”Rachel nodded. “As sure as I can be. We’ve been tracking these transactions for a while, but with his influence… Well, no one was ever able to bring it to light. I’ve also suspected that there are others in his corner, quietly aiding him.”"Wh
Last Updated : 2024-11-12The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 073. Stay calm...
“Nice to finally meet you, Ms. Westbrook. You’ve made quite the impression in recent weeks,” one of the men finally spoke in a tone that felt distant and somewhat casual.His voice was unfamiliar, and Chloe struggled to place it, her thoughts racing as she tried to make sense of the situation.Before she could respond, the man spoke again, his tone more serious this time."You see, it's important that people like us understand our roles, and right now, your role is simply to follow directions." He paused for a moment, letting his words sink in.He turned to face another of his men at the back of the van. "Tie her up," he commanded, then his attention returned to her. "I hope you don't mind. We need to ensure your cooperation."Chloe struggled weakly against the restraints, her breath coming in short gasps as panic took hold. She had never been so vulnerable, not since her accident.The sound of the engine roared around her as the van picked up speed, the vibration beneath Chloe’s feet
Last Updated : 2024-11-13The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 074. Call me first!...
Meanwhile across town, Marcus paced at the curb, his heart racing as he watched the van disappear around the corner with Chloe inside. Panic clenched his throat as he fumbled for his phone, his fingers trembling as he scrolled through his contacts.He knew he was supposed to call the police first, but something stopped him, a familiar nagging sensation in his gut telling him that was the wrong move. At least for now.His mind went to a short but important conversation, well, not a conversation since he only had to listen, he was given a number, the instructions clear, 'If Chloe finds herself in any danger, call me first. Immediately.He stopped on Leo’s name, hesitating briefly before pressing the call button. He could still call the cops later. For now, he just needed to get word to Leo.The phone rang only twice before Leo’s steady voice came through. “Marcus?”His heart skipped a beat. Marcus couldn't remember ever feeling such relief upon hearing Leo's voice. He opened his mouth,
Last Updated : 2024-11-14
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The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 107. Friendly conversation?...
The days after her confrontation with Leo passed in a haze of confusion and regret for Chloe. She hadn’t meant to push him away with her words. All she wanted was honesty—a glimpse into the shadows he seemed to live in. Yet, she had managed to create a chasm between them.She shook her head as she sat in her office, braille documents under her fingers. It was foolish to keep thinking about him. She didn’t have the luxury to let herself get distracted—not now, not with everything else spiraling around her. Perhaps it was the universe’s way of telling her to focus on herself and the challenges ahead.Still, every so often, her mind would wander, and she would find herself wondering where Leo was. Was he angry? Hurt? Or worse—indifferent?Her frustration simmered as the hours wore on. By the time Marcus helped her into the car that evening, Chloe felt the exhaustion weighing on her, both physically and emotionally.“Rough day?” Marcus asked as he slid into the driver’s seat.“Rough wee
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 106. Business man or ex-military?
Chloe's gentle breathing created a calm atmosphere in the still living room while Leo tucked the blanket around her shoulders. Her head lay gently on the soft pillow, her face calm in sleep. For the first time in what seemed like days, she appeared genuinely relaxed, causing him to pause before stepping away from her.As soon as he went outside, the calm appearance faded away. The cool evening air touched his skin, but it did not calm the restless energy flowing inside him. His thoughts raced, each one more intense than the previous, as he walked toward the side of the house where Anton was waiting.“Anton,” Leo said, his voice sharp.Anton moved out from the dark corner of the patio, his big body fitting well into the low light. “He’ll be here soon,” he said, his deep voice calm and steady.Leo nodded, his jaw clenched as he folded his arms. “Okay. I would like this completed promptly.”Their tension was clear as the minutes went by, broken only by the soft chirping of crickets. Le
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 105. Step up or fall apart...
“And yet, you’re still here,” he teased gently, brushing a strand of hair from her face.Chloe’s lips curved into a genuine smile, the weight on her shoulders feeling just a little lighter. For the first time in weeks, she allowed herself to hope—not just for a resolution to her troubles, but for something more.Leo’s hand lingered on Chloe’s cheek, his thumb brushing lightly against her skin. The intensity of the kiss they’d just shared hung in the air between them, thick and electric. Chloe’s breath was uneven as she tilted her head slightly, her lips curving into a faint, self-conscious smile.“Leo,” she began, her voice soft but steady, “I—”Whatever words she had been about to say were cut off as Leo leaned in again, his lips capturing hers in a kiss that was as deliberate as it was tender. This time, there was no hesitation, no unspoken tension—only the quiet reassurance of two people finding solace in each other. Chloe’s free hand slid up to rest on his chest, feeling the stead
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 104. Riddles and bad jokes...
Leo King sat in his office, scrolling through his phone while sipping his usual black coffee. The sharp taste of the drink combined with the usual flow of emails created a clear difference from the surprising news alert that suddenly appeared on his screen.BREAKING NEWS: WESTBROOK ENTERPRISES INTERIM CEO ACCUSED OF EMBEZZLEMENT.Leo’s heart sank. Chloe. He set the coffee cup down with a soft clink, his jaw tightening as he read further. Every line painted her as a calculating executive funneling funds into offshore accounts. It was a clear attack, and yet the media presented it as gospel truth.Without hesitation, he dialed her number. Chloe picked up after a couple of rings, her tone steady but tired. “Leo.”“Chloe, I just saw the news. What’s going on?”“I don’t know who’s behind this,” she began, her voice measured but tinged with frustration. “Someone planted false evidence. Marcus and Adam are helping me—”“I don’t care what the media says,” Leo interrupted firmly. “I care ab
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 103. Jealous scandal...
The mall buzzed with the usual hum of activity: children’s laughter echoing from the play area, the faint clinking of plates from the food court, and the soft strains of background music weaving through the air. Sofia Sawyer strolled through the upscale shopping district, her heels clicking against the polished floor. She carried an aura of determination, masking the simmering bitterness she’d harbored since her last encounter with Chloe.She turned into a designer store, her fingers brushing over racks of meticulously crafted garments. Sofia hardly noticed the clothes—her mind was too busy running through scenarios to regain control of her crumbling image. She needed leverage, an edge against Chloe.“...She thinks she’s untouchable,” a sharp voice cut through Sofia’s thoughts.Sofia turned slightly toward the sound, her curiosity piqued. Near the store’s expansive glass windows stood Nancy Greyson, phone pressed to her ear. Nancy’s body language was as cutting as her tone—shoulder
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 102. Gifts returned...
The sound of tires crunching against gravel echoed through the Westbrook mansion driveway, drawing Chloe’s attention from her seat in the drawing room. The faint creak of the front door followed moments later, and Marcus’s measured footsteps approached.“Miss Chloe,” Marcus said from the doorway, his tone careful. “A delivery has arrived for you. It’s... several large boxes.”Chloe tilted her head slightly. “From whom?” she asked, her fingers instinctively tightening around her cane.Marcus hesitated. “Mr. Dan Sawyer.”The name made her chest tighten, her pulse quickening. She forced herself to remain calm, though her voice sharpened. “What’s in the boxes?”“Baby items,” Marcus replied evenly. “A crib, toys, clothes… a few other things. It looks like he was preparing for the child.”Chloe’s lips pressed into a thin line. Her heart sank, and her anger simmered just beneath the surface. “Return them,” she said coolly. “The truck left already, Miss.”“Then call another delivery service
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 101. Backed out...
The next few days passed in a blur of happiness and healing for the Westbrook family. The once somber atmosphere of the mansion lightened with each passing day. Adam had taken to cracking even more jokes, and Francis—despite his grumbles—was slowly warming to the teasing camaraderie. Their father spent long afternoons sitting with their mother, the two of them quietly reconnecting after the long, frightening separation.Chloe, too, felt a change within herself. Though her mother’s recovery was still in its early stages, each visit left her feeling more connected. For the first time in a long while, she didn’t feel like an outsider.On a crisp Thursday morning, Chloe stood in the foyer of the Westbrook mansion, adjusting her cane and dress as she waited for Adam. Adam’s voice rang out from upstairs, muffled but still audible.“Chloe! If you don’t wait for me, I’m charging you rent for the ride!”Chloe chuckled softly, her grip tightening on her cane. “You’re the one who’s late, Adam.
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 100. A ray of hope...
Adam's words lingered in the air, each sound affecting Chloe and Marcus like a pebble dropped into calm water.“She’s awake. Mom… Mom is awake.”Chloe’s grip tightened on her cane, her lips parting slightly in disbelief. “Oh my God,” she whispered, the weight of the words settling in her chest. “That’s… That’s incredible news.”Adam’s grin spread, a mixture of relief and excitement lighting up his features. “After a month plus,” he said, his voice thick with emotion. “She’s finally awake.”Chloe steadied herself, taking a slow breath as her heart raced. “We need to go,” she said, her voice firm with urgency.Adam was already dialing on his phone. He pressed it to his ear, pacing as the call connected. “Francis? Yeah, it’s Adam. Listen, I just got a call from the hospital. Mom’s awake.”A muffled gasp came from the other end. Adam nodded as though Francis could see him. “Yeah, I know. We’re on our way too. Just... don’t try to drive yourself, alright? We’ll pick you up.”As he ended th
The Blind Heiress Returns: Wanted By My Ex's Mafia Uncle 099. Small joys...
The gift store bell jingled softly as Chloe and Adam stepped inside, Marcus trailing a step behind them, his expression as unreadable as ever. The air carried a faint mix of lavender and vanilla from the myriad of candles and potpourri sachets scattered throughout the shop. Chloe tapped her cane lightly on the floor, the sound echoing faintly as her feet felt the polished tiles beneath her.“I don’t know why you insist on dragging me into this,” Chloe said, a faint smile tugging at her lips. “It’s not like I can help much with picking things out.”“That’s nonsense,” Adam replied, his voice full of mock offense. “You’ve always had impeccable taste. Besides, I need someone to rein me in before I buy something ridiculous.”Marcus’s low murmur cut through. “Before?” It earned a soft chuckle from Chloe.Adam shot Marcus a mock glare. “I’ll have you know, I have exquisite taste. But, for your information, restraint isn’t one of my strengths.”“Exquisite taste?” Chloe tilted her head, her s
