The picture that appeared was from the court’s official webpage. It was from two years ago. Marcel was wearing a robe and debating in court passionately.The app Eugene developed could find information on any person within five minutes. All it needed was a clear image of them uploaded to the app. The results were more accurate than those from search engines.However, it had taken up to ten minutes to search Marcel up. He was obviously someone who very seldom went out in public or took pictures. He didn’t have any social media accounts either. He was just a prosecutor, but why was he so secretive?“Marcel King…Jason King…”Eugene thought for a moment and suddenly widened his eyes. “Could he be that they were related?Brothers perhaps?”Eugene narrowed his eyes, and a stormy expression appeared on his face. His mouth went dry. He found it hard to breathe. So Leah never rejected anyone and immediately got close to Jason after leaving him. Now, she had something going on with another guy fr
“We are divorced now. I have cut all ties with the King family,”Leah said firmly, trying to hide her pain with a smile. “From now on, we are strangers.”“But we are not officially divorced! Grandpa’s birthday…”Eugene tried to reason.‘That’s enough! Stop using Grandpa as an excuse!” Leah’s frustration and anger were evident in her trembling voice. Her eyes turned bloodshot. “You’re just using Grandpa as an excuse to keep humiliating me, aren’t you? You know I care about Grandpa!”Eugene’s body shuddered as he felt the impact of Leah’s sharp words. He tried to compose himself amid their intense exchange. He couldn’t recall a time when Leah had been so harsh.In his memory, she was always as calm as a summer’s day, rarely showing her emotions. She looked angry, and her brows furrowed with deep–seated resentment. This was worse than their previous encounter at the hospital.“We were merely lingering in a dying relationship. You ended our relationship with your own hands. You had an affai
Rosa was surprised.She thought Eugene could finally see through Jessica’s lies and schemes but it seemed he was still blinded by her.Eugene pick up an umbrella and headed for the door.Rosa ran after him.”Mr Moore,what are you doing?”Eugene ignored her and opened the door.Outside,Jessica sat helplessly in the rain,unable to hold on any longer.She felt weak and sick.But as soon as she saw Eugene,her face brightened.She quickly put on a pitiful look and ran up to him.Jessica threw herself into Eugene’s arms and burst into tears.Eugene covered her with an umbrella and sighed.“You know you’re not supposed to be in the rain.You know how terribly sick you get when it rains.”“What do you expect me to do.You refused to see me.I was waiting for you.I don’t mind staying in the rain and waiting for you,I don’t mind falling sick.”She cried out,looking up at him with puppy eyes.The puppy eyes always worked in the past.“Eugene,do you still love me?Lately,you’ve been treating me unimporta
In the General Manager’s office of the Jk Hotel.Leah had just finished screening some documents. She was now enjoying her favorite computer game. The scene was brutal, filled with screams, and she was blowing up fish as a butcher.Just as she knocked down a survivor,Josh approached. He happened to witness the gruesome scene. He quickly turned his head and closed his eyes in fright.“If you have something to report, speak up. Otherwise, leave.” Leah’s fingers remained on the keyboard and mouse as she clicked away, leaving no room for idle time.“Miss King, I have two interesting news to report.” As he spoke,Josh covered the screen with one hand and quickly placed the documents in front of her with the other hand. Then, he retreated to a safe distance.“My God! Are you kidding me? Your nerves are so weak. How are you going to protect your girlfriend in the future? Next time, I’ll bring you to a haunted house so you can get used to stuff like this.Do you even watch horror movies?”Josh
Tristan stifled a laughter.He found Brad’s words so funny.Eugene stared at Brad.”Getting back together with Leah is not an option to me.”Bradley sighed.Why will Eugene realize his true feelings?Brad decided to change the topic.“Is there any particular item you want from today’s auction?”“Yeah.An antique Rosewood chair.I need to get it as a gift for my Grandfather.He’ll be delighted.”“Alright then.Since it’s for your grandfather.I’ll help you get it.If anyone tries to compete with you for it,I’ll get them to back down.”“No,the purpose of the event is for a good cause so I don’t want to take anything by force.But I’m getting the chair because I’m sure no one can bet as high as me.”Bradley and Eugene walked into the main hall.They headed straight to the first row reserved at the front.It was for VIPs.Only the most wealthy families or the most powerful individuals could sit there.Brad and Eugene caught the attention of people when they walked in.They were both dashing,tall a
And worst,so many women started admiring Leah.Women who were seated beside Jessica.“Oh my goodness, who is this lady? She exudes such grace!”“She’s so young. Otherwise, I would’ve mistaken her for some successful businesswoman. Her presence outshines even the wealthy men here!”“Do you see that brooch on her chest? That’s Stevo’s legendary masterpiece,Ruby? Someone offered a billion for it three years ago, but Stevo sneered at the offer!”Anyone familiar with the jewelry industry was well aware of Stevo. Everyone knew the sensation”Ruby”created when it was exhibited three years ago!Jessica was too preoccupied with anger and hadn’t paid attention to Leah’s attire. But now, as she took a closer look, she felt jealous.“Leah has really been leeching off from Mr. King.”Maria was overwhelmed by envy and admiration. Suddenly, she scolded her daughter, “I’ve raised you like a precious jewel. Yet, you’re not as good as some country girl! If your aunt hadn’t guided you back then and allow
The lady was mysterious and the audience were stunned by her action.“Mom,did she just say that?”Celia couldn’t believe her ears.”That country girl had just bid 60 million?How could she bid such a high price?Does she have that kind of money?”Sarah didn’t know what to say but all she knew was that she hated Leah so much.Suddenly,her eyes caught someone seated on the second row,it was Jerome’s third wife,Susan.Sarah scoffed.Could Leah really stand the heat of being married into the King family?The man had like four wives,she was sure that none of them would treat her right.“80 million.”Eugene raised the paddle calmly and then light shone on him.He had raised the price to a new height and more people back off.“80 million,going once…going twice…”“100 million.”Leah was unfazed.The crowd was once again shocked.This was a tough battle.Brad looked at Eugene then at Leah.It was like a battle for the ex-couple!100 million was the limit.Bidding further would only be a battle of ego
Brad noticed that Eugene looked angrier than usual.He couldn’t understand why so he asked.“Are you okay,bro?”He was far from okay.He had did so much,spent so much to make this necklace.He couldn’t let it be auctioned out like this!“JK Group explained that this necklace,’key to my heart’ was a token of love made by a man to his love.As we all love,true love can not be priced so for that reason,we would not be putting a starting price to this.Anyone can call out any price and as usual,the person with the highest price goes home with the necklace.”Jessica laid motionless on the chair,her vision blurring with anger.Most of the people in the hall got interested in the necklace.The hall was even more livelier than when the Antique chair was in display.”“20 million!”Someone called out.“50 million!”Another person shouted.“80 million!”Eugene knew that if he joined in the bid,he would eventually win but the fact that the necklace he had worked so hard on was on display right now fel