Gerard's head throbbed as he gradually regained consciousness, his vision blurry at first before clearing enough to see Nathan beside him, also coming to. They were both tied up, their limbs restricted and heads still groggy from whatever sedative they'd been given.As they blinked and tried to focus, the room came into sharper view, and their eyes locked onto Mia standing before them, a triumphant smirk playing on her lips."Well, well, well, look who's awake," Mia taunted, her voice dripping with amusement. "I must say, you two put up quite the fight. But alas, here we are, all tied up and nowhere to go."Gerard's jaw tensed, his mind racing to piece together what had happened. "What do you want, Mia?" he demanded, his voice laced with a mix of anger and frustration.Mia chuckled, a melodious sound that grated on their nerves given the circumstances. "Oh, Gerard, Nathan, always so direct. I like that about you," she purred, pacing back and forth in front of them.Nathan shot her a w
As the realization dawned upon Gerard and Yvette, their shock transformed into a mixture of disbelief and betrayal. Nathan, on the other hand, observed the unfolding drama with wary eyes, trying to piece together the puzzle of Caleb's involvement."Uncle Caleb? How could it be you?" Gerard's voice trembled with a hint of disbelief as he stared at the man who was once a trusted figure in his life.Yvette's expression mirrored Gerard's astonishment, her mind racing to reconcile the image of Gerard's uncle with the masked mastermind standing before them.Mia's gleeful taunt cut through the tense silence like a knife. "Surprise, surprise, Gerard. How do you like our little twist?" Her words dripped with sarcasm, reveling in the chaos she had orchestrated.Gerard's gaze hardened as he addressed Caleb, his voice tinged with a mix of confusion and accusation. "Uncle, why? What have I done to deserve this betrayal?"Nathan interjected with a sense of urgency, his voice cutting through the emo
As Yvette watched the revelation unfold, the pieces of the intricate puzzle began to fall into place, unraveling the web of deceit and manipulation that had ensnared them all. Caleb's smirk widened as he acknowledged Yvette's deduction, his gaze lingering on her with a twisted sense of pride."It's all starting to make sense now," Yvette declared, her voice steady despite the turmoil within her. "So if you were behind Louis's death, then it means you were behind the kidnapping that night. In fact, you and Mia were behind the kidnapping, and you framed everything on my father."Caleb's smile was chilling as he nodded in acknowledgment. "That's right, my dear ex-in-law," he quipped, his tone laced with arrogance as he toyed with Yvette's hair using his gun, a display of power and dominance.Turning his attention to Mia, Caleb's demeanor softened slightly as he approached her, planting a kiss on her lips before instructing her to divulge the details of their twisted scheme to the bewilde
The tension in the room grew palpable as Caleb's ominous words hung in the air like a dark cloud, casting a shadow over Gerard, Nathan, Yvette, and Mia. Gerard's voice quivered with a mixture of fear and defiance as he confronted his uncle's chilling intentions."So what now? What are you going to do to us?" Gerard's voice was strained, his eyes locked onto Caleb's form.Caleb, with a cold smile, rose from his seat, his gaze icy as he addressed Gerard's question directly. "Now that I want you out of the equation, there's only one thing to do to get all Huxley's properties to myself. That is to kill you," Caleb stated matter-of-factly, his tone devoid of remorse or hesitation."You won't get away with this, Uncle. Why do I even have to call you Uncle after doing all these to us?" Gerard's voice trembled with a mix of anger and disbelief.Nathan, sensing the gravity of the situation, attempted to throw Caleb off balance with a bluff. "You better run, Mr. Man, as the police are on their
The scene was wrought with tension and shock as the aftermath of the gunshot settled in. The once bustling room now echoed with the haunting silence of the fallen. Nathan, Yvette, and Gerard sat frozen, their minds struggling to comprehend the sudden turn of events."What did you do? You killed him!" Gerard's voice pierced through the air, filled with disbelief and anger as he stared at Mia, who stood with a gun in her hand, her face a mix of shock and realization at her own actions.Just moments before, as Caleb was about to pull the trigger on Gerard, Mia reacted swiftly, grabbing her own gun and firing a fatal shot at Caleb. The abruptness of the act left everyone stunned, the consequences sinking in as Caleb's lifeless body lay in a pool of blood."Would you shut up and be appreciative, Gerard. I did this for you!” Mia retorted sharply, her voice tinged with frustration. "And if I had not, you would be the one in that pool of blood."Yvette's hands trembled, her heart racing with
As Gerard knelt on the floor, his heart heavy with sorrow, North, William, and Nathan hurried to his side. Concern etched on their faces, they couldn't fathom the depth of Gerard's pain until he spoke."What's wrong, boss?" North's voice was filled with worry as he knelt beside Gerard.Gerard took a moment to compose himself before speaking. "Ivy... she won't forgive me. No matter what I do, she won't change her mind."Nathan, who had seen the whole exchange between his sister and Gerarld, softened, understanding the gravity of the situation. "Give her time, Gerard. She's been through a lot. Healing takes time.""But how long should I wait, Nathan? I've lost everything. My family, my love... all because of my uncle's actions. If it weren't for him, none of this would have happened," Gerard lamented, his voice tinged with bitterness.William stepped forward, his demeanor supportive yet determined. "You can't give up, sir. Love is worth fighting for. I'm sure Madam Ivy will come around.
The atmosphere in Oldman Huxley's house was heavy with a mix of emotions as Gerard enters with William and North by his side. The old man's eyes widened in surprise at seeing Gerard back so suddenly."Gerard, my boy, what brings you back? I thought you weren't planning to return anytime soon," Oldman Huxley said, his voice filled with concern.Gerard approached him and greeted him respectfully. "Grandpa, it's good to see you again," he said, but there's a hint of sadness in his tone.The old man could sense something is amiss. "You seem troubled, Gerard. Is everything alright?" he asked, his voice tinged with worry.Gerard took a deep breath, gathering his thoughts before he began to explain. "I'm done with my business in Esmea, but it's not what you think," he started, his expression grave.Oldman Huxley listened attentively as Gerard recounts the shocking events that led to Caleb's death. His eyes widened in disbelief as he heard about Caleb's betrayal and tragic demise."I can't be
Nathan stood outside Yvette's door, his hand hesitating near the knob. He took a deep breath, trying to gather his thoughts before knocking. The air felt heavy with unspoken emotions, the tension palpable as he prepared to broach a delicate subject.Gently, Nathan rapped on the door, waiting for Yvette's response. When he received no answer, he tried again, calling out softly, "Yvette, it's me, Nathan. Can we talk?"Silence greeted him from behind the closed door. Nathan's heart sank, but he refused to give up. Slowly, he turned the knob and stepped into Yvette's room. The sight that greeted him was one of melancholy—a room bathed in muted light, shadows dancing along the walls, and Yvette sitting by the window, lost in her thoughts.He approached her cautiously, not wanting to startle her. "Yvette, can we talk for a moment?" Nathan's voice was gentle, filled with concern.Yvette turned her head slightly, acknowledging his presence but not meeting his gaze. Her eyes were red-rimmed, a