Madison felt like this wouldn’t work.She loved Esther at first sight, but her father-in-law was terrible.Sebastian equally felt awful for his father’s behavior.After witnessing a bit of what Madison’s childhood was like, all he wanted was to give her all the happiness in the world.“Dad, Madison has been through a lot in life. If it pleases you, then just give me my daughter and take back everything else.”What he made on his own was enough to serve as the capital for him to start his own business and no longer sacrifice his sweat for his father.Nevertheless, when Mr. Newman saw the tears in Madison’s eyes, he felt that he went too far.He was just testing them with no intention of driving her away.“How do I believe you love her when you haven’t even kissed her?” He asked, stunning both Sebastian and Madison as he added.“She’s beautiful though,” he picked up his glass of wine and sipped, both Sebastian and Madison were confused.“Dad, what are you talking about?” Sebastian asked
Michelle sat in front of Ezrah and said to Lana, "Please excuse us for a while."Lana smiled and left as Michelle spoke seriously."I knew Madison's absence would make things difficult for you, so I brought my secretary to help. Trust me, she's good. As soon as Madison returns, I will be waiting to take her back."Ezrah was not keen on the idea because most of the work revolved around the EZ Group.However, seeing the excitement in Michelle's eyes, he didn't want to disappoint her and started thinking of a solution.He could let Madison focus on the EZ Group from wherever she was, and Lana could assist with the Gannon Group."Alright. I won't refuse your recommendation. Thank you," Ezrah said.He stood up and started walking towards her, with a desire in his eyes that Michelle recognized.She instantly stood up and ran to the door, looking bubbly and attractive."Not now, Ezrah. You didn't let me sleep last night, and you still want to tire me out here?"Having lived without her for t
Ezrah couldn't believe what was happening, but one thing was certain: he didn't care what Michelle was hiding.About to reach for the intercom once again, as he considered Lana unworthy of his attention, she quickly spoke up."Michelle is seeking revenge. I have proof here. Take a look. She wants to bring down the Gannons."She showed Ezrah a document on her phone, all in Michelle's handwriting, detailing her revenge plan.Strangely, Ezrah was not moved as he had a feeling that Michelle had a reason or perhaps, it was before they made up.Only a small frown creased his handsome face as he thought deeper.Even if Michelle was faking it, then she was only planning to destroy what he already intended to give her, and that was her business.And if things didn't work out between them, he still wouldn't let another woman in."If that would make her happy, then she should go ahead. But you, ugly thing, should leave. There is nothing beautiful about seducing another woman's man and dressing l
Michelle desperately desired him after the pleasure he gave her, but Ezrah had stopped there, a smirk tugging at the corner of his lips.“What did you understand by punishment? You should have allowed me to do it earlier when I asked for it.”He also wanted her but was trying to prove a point.Frustration took over Michelle, but she tried to coax him. “Come on, I was just in a good mood.”Ezrah had finished dressing up for her and sat beside her. Throughout the ordeal, his clothes were still intact.He asked seriously. “So, are you going to put me under pressure every time you are in a good mood? I’m very curious because I don’t want to ever see you sad.”Michelle reminisced over his words. It made sense that she should not have put him through something like that.“Alright, I’m sorry but can you please finish up? I won’t do that again.”Her humility only increased his love for her.The fact that she accepted her mistake and apologized for it.“Because of your promise, I forgive you b
Ezrah’s eyes were filled with tears, guessing it was Esther.He and Michelle’s child would have been around the same age if Piper had not been so heartless.But Ezrah blamed himself a thousand times, except that he could not turn back the hands of time.He would indeed make sure that Piper never saw her daughter, nor would her parents.“It’s not daddy, sweetheart. You can call me uncle. Your mommy has something that belongs to me.”Getting a response from the little girl caused his heart to flutter. “Oh, daddy would pay whatever mommy owes, or I can tell grandpa.”Madison laughed, and so did Ezrah.Esther was so protective of her stepmother, ready to pay whatever debt she owed this uncle of hers.“Don’t worry. Your mommy doesn’t need help. It’s just information,” Ezrah clarified. The girl seemed excited.“Okay. Bye, uncle…”“Uncle Ezrah,” Ezrah filled in the gap for her. She seemed enthusiastic but did not say anything more as Madison revealed.“I received pictures of the igloo, Ezrah
A few days later, Sebastian dropped Madison off at the jail where Piper was being held. “Are you sure about this? Do you want me to come with you?”He couldn't trust Piper, and Madison had refused to tell him her reason for wanting to see her.Well, every woman had a bitchy side, and Madison didn't want him to see hers.Esther had been sent back to her grandpa but was scheduled to be with them during the weekend.Madison spoke with determination. “I can handle it. Please leave this to me.”Sebastian didn't speak anymore. After all, there was no way Piper would try anything stupid or even dare to harm Madison.Madison walked into the prison, and Piper was brought out, wearing a prison uniform.Her sentence was supposed to be the next day, and there was a prison warden escorting her.Seeing Madison, a frown twisted Piper’s face, her anger boiling with it.“What do you want here? Did Sebastian come with you?”She still felt that if she begged Sebastian, he might speak to Ezrah on her beh
“Oh, Piper, you had everything, and yet, you decided to be a bitch. Thanks to you, my crush is in love with me.”Madison recalled when she saw Sebastian for the first time. He was so attractive that she found herself crushing on him, not knowing he would one day be hers. Even when she welcomed him to her small apartment, she never harbored any such intentions.“Enough, get out of here,” Piper yelled, her eyes red with tears, but Madison continued with the torture.“Piper, the emotional torment you would go through is worse than death. That is why Ezrah did not even try to send an assassin after you.”Piper stiffened at the thought. Indeed, Ezrah had been too lenient with her for the kind of man she knew he was. However, she could not imagine how else he would torture her in police custody. Perhaps Madison was just making things up, but then again, Madison was Ezrah’s Secretary. Certainly, she would have first-hand information on his activities. It was just saddening that Piper would n
“I’m sorry, ma’am, it’s either tomorrow evening during dinner or you wait two years,” the secretary spoke at the end of the line. Michelle was baffled.Somehow, she felt guilty, not knowing how to explain this kind of dinner to Ezrah.Suddenly, an idea popped into her mind.“Can I bring a friend along? We are working on this together anyway.”“Ma’am, this is a rare opportunity, and my boss is not willing to have a third party around. If you are thinking of security, then you can bring a bodyguard along,” the secretary responded from the end of the line.Michelle went into deep thought.“May I know his name? I just want to prepare a gift for him,” she bargained, so the secretary wouldn’t have any ideas but did not get the response she expected.“No need for that, ma’am. My boss does not accept gifts from business partners.”Somehow, the use of the term ‘business partners’ put her at ease.“Alright. Kindly confirm my appointment. Since I’ll be leaving from the office, I can’t do late ni