After everything pessimistic Arthur had been through, there is almost nothing that he is surprised by until naive Bella came by with an offer to him her virginity to save her only brother from cancer! Who would have imagined that the biggest in town would instead turn around and countered Bella's proposal to become his convenient bride.
Lihat lebih banyakIt was night and the darkness was the perfect cover to mask her shadow. Bella stone stood few meters away from Arthur Lorenzo mansion in her cheap but beautiful dress. It was a mansion that housed the biggest playboy in town. It was bubbling and loud music could be heard.
Gaining entrance has been her greatest challenge because of the tight security put in place. She gave out a sigh. She was at saturation point and was breaking down rapidly.Her eyes were teary but she wasn't going to let the tears drop. She has an important mission tonight and if she was to make an headway, she definitely can't have her make up ruined.The last time she was there at the gate, she was turned back because she wasn't on the guest list. She wasn't going to make a good out of herself twice. it has taken four weeks of intensive planning to finally think of something that might work and help her gain entrance to Arthur Lorenzo.She watched with keen interest as different people drove expensive cars that she had only seen in the movies into the luxurious Lorenzo mansion. They were people of high class and top caliber. She wished she could tag along with them even as a bag.There was no way someone of her caliber would be able to fit somewhere or somehow into the caliber of people that were visiting. She had no money, car, designer clothes, fancy shoes or jewellery to flaunt. There was no way she could afford those luxury and if she could afford them, there was no way she would be standing right there.Pretending to be what she was not was definitely going to get her exposed. She knows she lacks the grace and charisma the other ladies she had seen gained entrance earlier had.Though Bella could be described as stunning, she was definitely not a fashionista. Her dress sense was poor and she possesses all the characteristics of a tomboy. She would rather crash her sexy beautiful body in a baggy jeans and top than wear clothes that accentuated her feminine figure.Stretching the cheap gown she had found herself in, it was obvious she wasn't comfortable and needed to get out of it. The heels were not helping matters as well, she regretted listening to Amira who had suggested she wore a heel to compliment her dress rather than putting on her comfy sneakers. It was almost like she couldn't breath and her feet were ok fire but she was determined to pull through against all odds."Tonight is the night Bella." She said talking to herself. "Let's endure it and do a great job." Her eyes rolled round the mansion once again as she set to execute her plans, despite not being on the guest list, she must gain entrance and seek audience with the owner of the mansion himself.She was carefully bidding her time to gain entrance because she knew if she carelessly approach the gate, she would be turned back for sure and embarrassed of course.in her four weeks of careful planning, she had discovered that a group of waitress arrives at the gate at exactly ten at night when the party is at its full peak wearing black nose masks to conceal their faces. Then waitresses walks in through the smaller gate.She noticed that this was the daily pattern day in day out. She wondered why the bus drops these set of waitress at the gate instead of taking them in. Nevertheless, she was determined to smuggle herself in with them to gain entrance. That was her only chance and she was going to take it.She was only twenty four years of age but her life experience could be likened to a woman in her fifties. When she wanted something, she goes for it.She knew it won't be easy to avoid the prying eyes of the bodyguards stationed at the gate but she wasn't going to let them win this round.Bella checked the time, it's was few minutes to ten. " It's almost time, they will be here soon." she said trying to calm her nervous self. " You'll be fine Bella, let's stick to the plan." She said rubbing her palm together to ease the tension that was gradually building up in her body. She became worried when it was fifteen minutes past ten and the bus that is being used to convey the walking waitresses was no where in sight.Did she miss something, she wasn't so sure. There was no way she would have missed it amongst the chain of vehicles that had made their prints known at the gate for that day."Am I missing something? Is it the waitresses off day? were they sacked or something?" Different thoughts raced through her mind. "Not tonight, I prepared so hard for this. it took me a great deal of courage to make it down here." she felt tears gathered round her eyes.Bella was afraid for the first time since she made her way down to her hiding place. She was scared she could give up and giving up would mean losing the only surviving and most important person in her life.Beads of sweats started forming on her forehead. Her palms were not left behind, she could feel her hands trembling. Momentarily, she forget she wasn't comfortable in what she was wearing, she forget her foot ached badly.Arthur Lorenzo maybe a playboy but he seems to be the only person she could reach out to for help and would be willing to come to her rescue, of course, not for free. She was more than willing to pay the price.She made up her mind to approach the gate without any plan in mind. It was better for her to try and be turned down than for her not to try at all. The former seems to be like a better option for her. She adjusted the gown and forced a not so good cat walk steps not minding the pains she was feeling.She walked out of her hiding place and walked towards the mansion. Her exercise was put on hold by the flashes of light that came from the opposite direction. She quickly ran back to her hiding place."Easier said than done." She said to herself. "Why am I always getting fucked up when I'm about to execute my plans? She asked as she watched the vehicle that had flashed lights on her earlier. It was the bus she had been waiting for.Her joy knew no bounds. "You're finally here." She almost said aloud. Without further ado, she wore the black nose mask she had bought the previous day before carefully making her way to the back of the bus.She waited for them to get them from the bus before joining the back queue. Just as usual, the girls were dressed in hot, short gowns of different colours and wore a black nose mask. It was dark, so joining them was easy, the bus moved and the waitresses made their way into the smaller gate.They were thoroughly scanned one after the other before the could gain entrance.Bella was the last to scanned. She was cleared and she made her way into Arthur Lorenzo mansion." I made it in" Bella was so proud of herself as she proceeded into the building. Viewing the mansion from outside was not doing justice to the architectural beauty that was in front of her. She was awestruck at the magnificent buildings that she saw."How can someone who spends as lavishly as Arthur own such an estate?" She was puzzled.Arthur was devastated at the news of Matilda's death, he had blamed himself for her death and took what was left of her ashes and placed it in a columbarium.Bella stood by his side, mourning with him and helping him through that phase.The police launched a full investigation, arresting Patricia and Amelia. Arthur's gathered evidences were very instrumental in their arrest.Soon, Patricia and Amelia were arraigned for trial. Bella had pleaded for a chance to talk to Patricia at the final trial. "Why do you have to hurt us so much? I treated like you a sister and James adorned you.""Tell me why I should be nice to you filthy pieces of trash?" Patricia asked showing no remorse. "You stole Arthur from me, I regretted not poisoning you to death when I had the chance."Bella bursted into another round of fresh tears, "you're hopeless.""Take her away."Arthur pulled Bella to himself. "Everything would be fine, I'm certain justice would prevail, let's go in and hear the final verdict." He
Fargo took off the glasses and smashed it to pieces disconnecting the live video. "What do you think you're doing?" He asked as he rained slaps on Arthur's face.Arthur groaned loudly in pain. "I'm unveiling who you truly are to the world.""I'll kill you." Fargo said angrily as he sent Arthur crashing on the ground with another blow.Arthur spat blood. "You shouldn't have touched my family."Fargo took out a pocket knife, "I'll let you experience pain and beg me to kill you.""The moment you kill me, your entire life will be over. No matter where you go, you'll always have to be on the run.""I've killed once, you think I'll be afraid to do again?" Fargo asked."The choice is yours; turn yourself to the police and face the law or be on the run all your life like a rat.""We would see about that, I'm going to take my time with you." Fargo replied. He grabbed a small bottle and a syringe and injected it Arthur s body causing him to feel numb and weak. "Remember, nobody is coming to save
Arthur laid Patricia on the sofa, he quickly arranged for some bodyguards to take over and secure the place while he proceeded with his next step of action.He called a number on his phone. "Hello, Carla?""Yes, who is..." Carla immediately recognized the voice. "Arthur Lorenzo?""Yes it's me.""To whom do I owe this pleasure?" Carla asked in surprise."I thought you would be interested in being a real reporter this time.""Hmmmmm, I don't think I'm ready, I resigned from my job to take a break.""I know you resigned and that is the more reason you're the perfect fit for this job. Enough break, Carla. It's time to get back to work.""What are you talking about? I already said I'm not going to be anyone prawn.""You tell me, how does being n independent famous reporter sound?""What do you have for me?" Carla asked, taking interest."We are going live, Carla." Arthur announced. "Two of my friends are being hostage by a drug baron who happens to be an acquaintance of Amelia.""What?" Ca
"oh my god," Bella gasped as she saw james lying motionlessly on the bed. "What happened to you?" She held his hand and kissed his forehead.Arthur stood right beside her, watching the one grid reunion. "There is something you need to know." He began. Rubbing off the tears from her face, "what is it?""I need you to be brave, Bel." Arthur grabbed her shoulder. "Can you spill it out already?"Arthur took a deep breathe before spilling the beans, "The doctors said James doesn't have much time with us."Bella tried to speak while processing the words that had fallen out of Arthur's mouth but found herself staggering, all thanks to Arthur's firm grip on her, she would have fallen to the ground."He was doing well before he left, what happened?""Unfortunately his health relapsed, we have to prepare ourselves for the worst." Arthur replied."That bitch, what has she done to my brother?" Bella cussed and yelled.Arthur drew her closer, "I'll take care of everything."Bella scoffed. "How w
Bella was lost in thoughts about what to do with the pregnancy when she heard a soft but persistent knock on the door.She wasn't expecting anyone, besides it was already late but at the thought of James, she quickly ran and opened the door without asking who it was.Her reaction was emotionless but she could swear her heart had beaten a thousand times in a spilt second while looking at the figure in front of her.The two stared at each other intensely without any spoken words and increased breathing, she had believed he would never appear in front of her again and to think he was actually in her house for the very first time made it difficult for her to know what to do.A quick glance at his handsome face revealed how pale he looked and her heart broke. "What are you doing here?" She asked, afraid he wouldn't say a thing and remained at the door."We found him." Arthur said in almost a whisper."You found James?" Her eyes lit up with surprise and excitement.Arthur found himself unab
"Tie them up.""Why did you stop us from chasing after them, boss." Hugo asked."Use your brain, James is going to die soon. I've been thinking of ways to dispose him without having to stain my hands, who knew luck would shine on me?"Hugo nodded his head, "but what are we going to do about them?""We are going to use them to negotiate with Arthur. We should get some money off them to compensate for all of our troubles.""Do you think he is going to give in?""Of course, he won't leave them behind." Fargo replied."Are you giving on the lady?""Of course, of what use is she when she is penniless?" Fargo replied. "There are plenty of beauties scattered round the world."***Arthur drove on a very high speed as he headed to the location sent to his phone by Matteo."Damn you Fargo, damn you Patricia." He cussed out. "I'll rip you both into pieces, I promise."Looking at the map on his phone, he could tell he was very close to his destination. He looked up and saw a house in sight. It wa
Edward drove behind Fargo and his cohorts maintaining a reasonable distance not to arouse any form of suspicion. He followed carefully determined not to let them out of his sight.Taking a glance at his dead phone, he quickly plugged his phone. "Why would you go off at such a crucial time?" Worry and anger etched on his face.Edward followed then until he watched them drove into a large compound with a gigantic gate. There was no way to see a thing going on in the building, he needed to find a way to sneak in.He parked his car and got out, not forgetting to mask his face. He took a stroll while taking a stroll round the environment of the building.Luckily he found a lower fence and jumped over it, making his way into the house. He needed to find out where they were taking James to.While trying to navigate his way into the main building, Edward saw Matteo drove in with Tyler as his chauffeur.His eyes flinched, "am I seeing wrong? What is Matteo and Tyler doing here?" He asked puzzl
"Hello Fargo." Matteo said in a hulky voice."To whom do I owe this honour?""I thought about the proposal you made the last time and decided to invest, can we meet?""Now?" Fargo asked."What better time, if not now?"Fargo was in the process of transporting James to his house and it wasn't convenient at the moment but he thought briefly about how urgent he needed to finance his products."Hello, are you there?""Yea, I am." Fargo replied. "Hope you don't mind if I propose hosting you at my place?""Of course not, thanks for the honour." Matteo replied, happy he took the bait."I'm glad you didn't decline, I'll text you my address.""I'm waiting, see you soon."Matteo called Arthur back. "We are meeting at his place, I'll send you the location as soon as I get it.""If Fargo is heading to his place, then I'm sure that is Edward's destination.""I'll keep filling you in.""Thank you," Arthur paused for a second. "Please, be careful.""I will."***Patricia decided to head home after p
Edward continued to observe the activities going on the seventh floor. Initially, he was stuck between going after Patricia or finding more more about James situation.He opted for the latter seeing how heavily it was guarded. He began to think of how he could find a chance to sneak it and gather more Intel.After observing for some time, he saw Fargo walked out whispering to one of his surbodinates.The mere appearance of Fargo fuelled his anger as he felt it rose to it peak, he molded his fist but knew deep within him charging at Fargo that instant meant suicide.He needed Fargo to be all by himself and a chance presented itself when he saw only Fargo entered the elevator by himself without any of his men."Finally, a chance to pay you back." A big smile engulfed Edward's face, he decided he was going to take Fargo out. He couldn't bear to see him roam about when he had almost snuffed life out of him.Edward knew since Fargo was making use the elevator, he would need to be super fa
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