Emine emerged from Aiden's bedroom and entered the hallway, her eyes scanning the familiar surroundings. Everything appeared unchanged, as if frozen in time. She couldn't help but scrutinize the hall, her gaze landing on the audacious portrait of Nora that still proudly adorned the wall. It was a stark reminder that Nora still held the reins of ownership. Emine scoffed, finding the situation absurd, and with a dismissive air, she departed.Meanwhile, Aiden, still grappling with his awakening senses, embarked on a search of the house, only to find it devoid of any presence. Perplexed, he muttered to himself, "This girl has truly grown wings." Determined to assert his authority, he made a decisive call to Finn, instructing him to contact Mr. Shadrach and terminate the deal with Emine. Adding a touch of audacity, Aiden declared, "Tell him I'll sweeten the deal with an additional thirty percent, just to see how far she dares to challenge me."As the clock neared nine in the morning, Sandr
In a dimly lit room, tension hung heavy in the air as a trembling old man faced a mysterious figure. Fear etched deep lines on his weathered face as he mustered the courage to ask, "Who... are you?"With an air of chilling confidence, the enigmatic presence responded, "Calm down, old man. I'm not here to end your life. Allow me to introduce myself—I am Emine, the Devil Queen." She perched herself on the edge of the bed, toying mischievously with an object in her hands."The... the devil queen?" the old man stuttered, his voice trembling with trepidation. "I haven't offended you. Please spare me.""Relax," Emine reassured him, a hint of a wicked smile playing upon her lips. "I have no intention of causing you harm. However, you must heed my words and do as I say."Nervously swallowing, the old man managed to stammer, "What... what do you want?""I want you to cancel the deal you've struck with Aiden," she commanded, her voice laced with an ominous warning. Her fingers formed a menacing
"Take it easy, your ex- wife has become invisible, we couldn't find any information about how she went missing and the life she lived. Aww I wonder who is backing her.""Mm, you are right," Aiden said as he was deep in thought. Aiden was deep in thought, pondering the mysterious disappearance of his ex-wife, who seemed to have become invisible. The lack of information about her whereabouts and her life left him wondering who might be supporting her.Just then, Finn knocked on the door. "Boss, it is said that one of the young masters has been brutally killed.""What does this woman actually want?" Grey asked, holding his waist and contemplating the situation."Any news about her?" Aiden inquired."No sir, but we are still investigating," replied Finn."I think it is time to be really serious about this woman. She will destroy the country if care is not taken," Grey said."You are right, Finn, check intelligence agencies' databases and request information on known assassins or contract
Aiden leaned back in his worn-out armchair, his fingers drumming restlessly on the wooden table before him. For weeks, he had been tirelessly searching for clues about the elusive assassin known as the Devil Queen, Grey hasn't been able to find any clue so as Finn. Countless victims had fallen to her deadly skills, leaving the city in a state of fear and paranoia. But now, a glimmer of hope emerged from the darkness.Grey, burst into the room, clutching a weathered leather satchel close to his chest. His breath came in ragged gasps, his eyes wild with excitement and fatigue. Aiden knew that whatever Grey had discovered, it must be of utmost importance."What is it, Grey?" Aiden asked, his voice filled with anticipation. "What have you found?"Grey approached the table and carefully placed the satchel down, his hands trembling with anticipation. With a solemn nod, he unfastened the worn leather straps, revealing a gleaming silver blade nestled inside. Its edges shimmered under the dim l
The stage was set, and the time for secrets and shadows was coming to an end. The thunder roared its approval, as if nature itself had chosen to align with the forces of justice. Aiden, Grey, and Emily knew that they had a daunting task ahead of them, but their resolve burned brightly, pushing aside any doubts or fears.With the Devil Queen's weapon in their possession and Emily's insider knowledge, they meticulously planned their next move. They would gather irrefutable evidence against Lady Victoria Kensington, expose her criminal activities, and ensure she faced the consequences of her actions.The first step was to infiltrate Lady Victoria's mansion during one of her secretive gatherings. Emily knew the layout of the estate, the security protocols, and the people involved. It was a risk, but it was a risk they had to take.Under the cover of darkness, Aiden, Grey, and Emily made their way to the mansion. Rain poured relentlessly, masking their movements and adding an eerie atmosph
In the midst of a high-stakes power struggle, Emine seethed with fury at Lady Victoria, who had audaciously attempted to impersonate her. " Good, lady Victoria has been on my nerves since day one. How dare she try to impersonate me? Am I dead?" How dare she think she can take my place?" Emine seethed. Doubt plagued her mind as she questioned her own existence. "Am I even alive?" The cunning Queen was extremely angry and reveled in her devious plans. "I can't wait to see Aiden's reaction when he realizes he was nothing more than a pawn in our game," she mused. However she contemplated a peculiar course of action. "Perhaps I should send him a gift, something ordinary," she pondered aloud.Curiosity piqued as MC sought clarification. "A gift? But what kind of gift would you send him?"A wicked grin spread across Emine's face as she schemed. "I've heard that Aiden's younger brother is departing for China today. Find a way to intercept his documents and send them to Aiden the following day
"You!" she exclaimed, her voice trembling with rage as she pointed accusingly at the shattered plate. "Do you have any idea how much this damn thing cost?"Her heart raced with a mixture of fury and frustration, and she could feel the heat rising in her cheeks. But instead of cowering under her glare, he met her anger with a disdainful mask of contempt. His face transformed into a sneering visage of mockery, eyebrows furrowing into a pronounced V-shaped crease above the bridge of his nose. A half-smirk curled his lips, one corner raised in a mocking gesture that belittled her outrage."Unreasonable?" he scoffed, his voice dripping with derision. "Who in their right mind would catch a weapon that could end their life? Your expectations are absurd."Her fury flared even brighter at his callous response. "Do you dare to court death, MC?" she shot back, her voice laced with a dangerous edge. Unable to bear the unfair treatment any longer, she huffed in exasperation and stormed out of the
Aiden felt utterly helpless as he watched Leo confidently walking towards Emine's house. He knew there was absolutely nothing he could do, and a deep sense of frustration washed over him.Meanwhile, Finn was attempting to enjoy a peaceful night when his phone abruptly began to ring. Annoyed by the intrusion, he grumbled, "Oh, can't I even get some rest at night?" Displeased, Finn tossed his phone aside, hoping to ignore the incessant ringing. However, the phone persisted, and after enduring it four times, Finn finally relented and answered."Are you deaf? How many times must I call before you pick up?" came Aiden's enraged voice on the other end."My apologies, boss, but it's past eleven o'clock," Finn replied, stifling a yawn as sleep weighed heavily upon his eyes."So what? How can you peacefully rest while your boss suffers outside?" Aiden roared. Finn understood his boss's unreasonable demands and, in order to avoid any deductions from his salary, offered a sincere apology."How m
"Okay, I will stay," Aiden agreed to stay.Emine settled everything and called MC when she got out of the hospital. "I was ambushed today, I found the mastermind.""Queen, are you alright?" MC asked with a worried tone."Don't worry, I am fine. But we will have to find out who did it. Wait, you should go to the place where the incident happened; the men have been wounded, so they wouldn't be able to go far. Bring anyone who is alive. I need to interrogate the person.""Okay, Queen, but you will have to go to the hospital to check if you are really okay.""I said I am okay," Emine said and hung up. She set off for the meeting."Your boss was wounded because of me. Please do well to take care of the rest. He might come home in two days," Emine said to Finn."My boss has been admitted?" Finn was surprised. His boss would never accept being in the hospital unless he is in a critical condition. He just told him he wouldn't be able to make it to the meeting. Maybe it might be serious."Whic
Intrigue flared in Emine's eyes as she coolly responded while holding her waist, "And how exactly does that concern me?"Rage surged within the leader, his anger unabated, his words venomous, "You're asking for death, you slut." They had believed she was on their side, but her true intentions had caught them off guard. Now, with their brother incapacitated, the future of their legacy hung in jeopardy.Emine's gaze remained steady, her voice dripping with defiance, "If you're after my life, let's see if you can even get close."The assassins' fury intensified, their leader stalking closer, menace oozing from his presence, "I'll make you suffer beyond imagination..." His hand raised to strike Emine, yet an abrupt scream of pain pierced the air, freezing their actions. "Release me, you bitch!" he howled, even through his agony, finding strength to curse her.Amid his cries, Emine's composed demeanor remained unshaken. "Your pain hasn't dulled your tongue, I see," she remarked, twisting h
Grey chimed in with a thoughtful suggestion. 'Why not take things slow? Instead of jumping ahead, consider paying her a visit,' he advised.Aiden mulled over the idea. 'Visit her at her company?' he asked.Grey shook his head gently. 'No, not at her workplace, but at her home. Given all the times you've come to her rescue, she probably won't hold any grudges.'Aiden's intrigue grew. 'That's not a bad idea,' he admitted.The scene was set on a bustling Monday morning, as Emine geared up for another workday. With Ryan away on business and Sandra the sole presence at home, Emine was caught up in her routine. Sandra, who had been at Emine's place the previous Saturday, piped up, 'Emine, I want to tag along with you.'Emine's response was firm but friendly. 'No, you're staying here to whip up some delicious dishes.'Sandra's pout was hard to miss. 'I'm not your maid,' she retorted.Emine reassured her. 'I know you're not, but how about you be a dear and hold down the fort? I won't be headin
Finn's gaze pierced his boss, as if he were studying a complete stranger. Enn, his boss, had undergone an astonishing transformation."Grey, I need you to swing by the house today," Finn overheard his boss's unexpected request."Hey, what's the deal? Something up?" Grey's surprise was palpable. Aiden seldom reached out spontaneously, especially during work hours.Finn's ears strained to catch the words. His boss was forsaking the office for an offbeat rendezvous at home with a friend."Uh... is," Finn's words stumbled out."Got any troubles?" Aiden inquired, a hint of a smile gracing his lips."Nah, boss, no issues. But we've got that sit-down scheduled with Mr. Steve. You realize how crucial that meeting is, right?""Changed my mind. I just scrapped it. I'm diving into the art of winning my wife's heart. Gotta make sacrifices to woo her, you know? You handle the mess, alright? And here's a bonus for your trouble." Aiden slapped Finn's shoulder genially before exiting.Finn pinched hi
Mrs. Harrison's anguish overflowed, her tears an uncontrollable torrent, yet she stifled the sobs that threatened to escape her lips. The sight before her was unfathomable – a video depicting her own son in captivity, his fate hanging precariously in the balance. The torment etched across his face left her heartrending questions unanswered. "Is this truly my flesh and blood? What unfathomable ordeal has befallen him?" She stood there, bewildered, the video's grip on her soul relentless.Meanwhile, as the haunting footage left the couple shattered, the hospital doors swung open to reveal the medical team emerging from the emergency room. With a heart as heavy as the questions in his mind, Mr. Harriot Harrison rushed forth, desperation etched into every line of his face. "Doctor, please tell me – how is my father?" His voice trembled with a mix of dread and hope.The doctor's gaze carried the weight of sorrow as he met Mr. Harrison's eyes. "I regret to inform you, Mr. Harrison, that desp
Say another word, and I'll throw you out," Emine threatened, leaving MC to silence himself, fully aware of Emine's power.Perhaps MC was onto something; Aiden had been rescuing her lately. But what were his true intentions? Paying him a visit might uncover his motives. She would pay him a visit one day. She can't afford to owe him.They brought Eastwood to the basement, where he was tied to a bed. Five strong men entered, and fear shook him."No, no, Emine, please," he begged, hoping for a miracle, praying for someone to rescue him."Mr. Eastwood, like I said, no torture or hitting. Just giving you what you want," Emine said, holding his chin with a wicked smile."No, no, I don't want anything. Let me go, and I'll stop my family's pursuit. Your grandmother won't be a target again. Please, spare me," Eastwood pleaded sincerely, understanding Emine's ruthlessness. He wished this nightmare would end."Ow," Emine sighed as if pitying him. "Too late now. If you dared to kidnap me, you must
Amidst a whirlwind of playful banter, Aiden cunningly remarked, "Well, alright, my lady," his voice dripping with mischief like honey.But Emine's eyes rolled, clearly not in the mood for games. Bigger fish were to fry - Eastwood was right there, writhing in pain and waiting for her next move.Emine, a blend of defiance and cool determination, shifted her gaze to Eastwood, and with a sly grin, teased, "'Fancy a taste of what I've got, huh Mr Eastwood?"'Eastwood was left bewildered, sensing that things were about to take a dark turn.Then, suddenly, Emine's attention darted to Aiden, catching everyone by surprise with her question, " Are all of your men into men, I mean are any of them gay?" The room fell into stunned silence, her words having hit them like a bolt from the blue.Aiden turned to his men, who all shook their heads, confirming their unwavering loyalty to the ladies. Emine's next words sent shivers down their spines. 'Since your men aren't exploring that realm, leave Eas
Eastwood finally couldn't hide any longer and showed his face. He called his men who tied Emine to the chair."Well, it wouldn't be bad if I can get through your beautiful thighs. You are the most beautiful girl I have ever seen. Tonight I am going to have a great feast," he said with a lustful voice as he caressed her soft cheeks."I might be weak, but I will never forgive you if you ever let me go," Emine said in a weak voice."Well, I wouldn't give you the chance either. I might as well not kill you and make you become my sex toy, well that will be a better idea." Aiden rubbed her mouth with his hands. She is very beautiful, even more beautiful than his sister. He had always wished he could have her someday, it seems the heavens were on his side today."You son of a bitch, your company will surely go bankrupt. Even if I die, I will make sure you die along with me. And do you think I will come here alone? I am not a fool," Emine spat on him."Slap, slap, you filthy garbage, how dare
"Who are you and what do you want from me?" With no fear in her voice, she inquired. "It's quite simple, Miss Emine, talk to Mr. Aiden, and your grandmother will be alive." The voice said without showing his face. "Oh, I see, so is Harrison's. What has my grandmother got to do with this? She is not to be blamed for your incompetence." Emine was boiling in anger. "I see, so you actually have the gut to talk back while grandmother's life is still at stake. I think you don't really care about her." The shadow said. "You dare?" Emine roared. "Why don't I dare? A wounded lion will do anything in his power to survive. Harrison's company has been in power for almost a hundred years, why must it vanish in just a month. Isn't it unfair?" You could hear the helpless tone of the one in the darkness. "Well, that wasn't my fault. The Harrison's have forgotten that no matter how strong or how old you are, there is someone stronger than you. You wanted to rely on your power and suppress the we