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RUBBY'S POV I sat up and curled up on the couch as I kept replaying the video. My life and that of those around me had been quite chaotic for some time. The Trisha I had once called best friend thought of murdering me. I felt hurt, even more than the woman whose wrist she slit, but then, hearing the raw terror in her voice made me feel what I wasn't supposed to feel.I felt so heartbroken seeing her at Nolan's mercy. She deserved better.I should have felt satisfied and pleased. Yes! After everything she did to me, After all the Pains she had caused, all the tears I shed because of her, I should have felt some sense of justice, but instead, all I felt was pity and an unbearable ache in my chest.I pressed my hands to my lips, hoping and trying so hard to process everything. Where had I really gone wrong? I had loved her like the sister I never had."Is it something to think about?" Alexander's deep voice broke the silence.I turned my head and found him standing near the fireplace.
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RUBBY'S POV The next few days were filled with activities. It seemed as though I was finally experiencing peace. Another team of police officers had been assigned Mirabelle's case, so Alex was free to an extent, Nolan no longer stalked me, he was probably missing Trisha, though he wouldn't admit it, and Josh was making underground moves, I knew for sure he wouldn't just be quiet.But I was happy; I had experienced peace, and I wished it lasted longer.Mom had been so thrilled when I informed her of the grand opening, she had even promised to bring some of her friends to show off.Like every other day, the D-day arrived. Alex chose a dress for me, and all I could say was that it was breathtaking and expensive.I had also made sure he looked super hot and classy, what I didn't know was that the enemy was about to strike again.That morning, the atmosphere was filled with energy and laughter. I had invited the matron from the other orphanage, and she had brought the kids with her. I w
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RUBBY'S POV I sat close to my Dad on his hospital bed, staring closely at him as if my eyes could bring back his memory.Though he was awake, he wasn't with me. He kept staring past me, as though nothing had ever connected us before.How had I been so careless not to have noticed?I swallowed a lump that had formed in my throat and reached for his hand again."It's me, dad. Rubby, your daughter, your only daughter," I whispered with a trembling voice."How can you not remember me?"In response, he painstakingly tilted his head in the opposite direction.A fresh wave of pain flooded me. This wasn't happening. Today was meant to be one of the happiest days of my year, yet it had turned into the worst.I gently squeezed his hand, forcing a smile through my tears. "Did you remember the first journal I sent you on your birthday? I drew you; you laughed so hard because you thought it was..." I paused hoping he would complete the statement, but I didn't get any response.I bit my lips so ha
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ALEXANDER'S POV After my driver had dropped Rubby at the hospital, I called my mother to inform her of the recent developments.I stood by the window with my phone pressed to my ear as my mother spoke."You've got nothing to fear, even if the board is already divided, I'm sure there are still good board members with with conscience. "Your father's hands are tied, or so it seems, but I trust you would do well."I exhaled deeply, rubbing the bridge of my nose, while my heart pounded violently inside my chest."Mom, faith won't count votes; Josh has been pulling strings I didn't even know existed; he's been working behind the scenes for God knows how long; I don't even know what I'm up against; I don't even know what battle I'm fighting. I wouldn't even be surprised if half the board was in his hands already,""Then focus and fight for the half that isn't in his hands. Just don't let him win.""But why am I fighting for this mother?" "That's the only thing to your name, fight for it. T
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ALEXANDER'S POV "Cheap!" I muttered to myself.Boarding a taxi to trail me?That's cowardice!I switched lanes again; it did, too. Without thinking, I did a sudden swerve and cut across two lanes, then slammed my brakes, thereby bringing my car to an abrupt stop right in front of the taxi.Other drivers yelled in frustration, and horns blared around me, but I ignored them; I needed to deal with the coward in that taxi.The taxi came to a halt, barely avoiding a collision. As expected, Adrenaline surged through my veins as I stepped out.I rushed towards the taxi with my fist folded, ready for confrontation of any kind. I kept wondering who it was? Josh? One of his men? A journalist? Or who?Finally, the driver's door creaked open, and an elderly man stepped out. He was the opposite of what I had expected. No suit, no polished shoes, nothing. It was just his frail figure in a simple coat. He looked familiar, I could swear that I had seen him a few times."Is this some sort of joke? W
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RUBBY'S POV The drive to the hospital was somewhat quiet. I sat beside Alex's driver, humming my favourite song while thinking of the best way to strike up a conversation. The driver had been quiet, which was so unusual of him."How is your sister?" I asked. It was the only way to strike up a conversation with him, though I had asked him that question a thousand times."You are really concerned," he replied, so focused on the road before him. "Yeah, I know what it means to have someone close to you that sick," I muttered a response."Mhmm," he muttered something meaningless as though my question irritated him.Moments later we got to the hospital and headed for my father's ward. Mom was still asleep; I looked at my wristwatch; it was minutes past twelve, afternoon already. I had wasted so much time at home, and Mom, I'm sure she had laid close to him all night in case he needed something."Time to go home, Mom", I whispered, tapping her gently.She stretched dreamily, dragging her f
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RUBBY'S POV "What's happening?" I repeated, staring at the two cups of ice cream in his hands."Where were you?" I asked, my voice shaking with both confusion and suspicion. "You were here before I stepped out with the nurse.""I am so confused please," he said, his eyes darting from me to Alex, then to my father, and back to me."I told you I needed some fresh air; you probably didn't hear me; you did, didn't you?" He said to the nurse who nodded in response."I heard him, thought you did too," she answered."And suddenly you are back with ice cream?" Alex asked."I figured she needed something sweet after all the stress, I....""It's okay," I cut him short. "He started convulsing the moment you stepped out, but he is fine now," I added."What! Why?" His jaw dropped. "I'm so sorry, I had no idea..." "It's okay," I interrupted him again. "He is fine now.""We need to watch Mr Cavillton closely for the next twenty-four hours. Whatever triggered this shouldn't happen again; it might t
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ALEXANDER'S POV We looked at the screen together, yet I made no move to pick it up. The week and the one before had been a hell of a ride, I couldn't afford to hear another terrible news."Pick it up," Rubby whispered, running her finger over my arms.I hesitated for a moment, then answered. "Yes?"His voice came through, gently and a little hesitant. "Alexander, it's me, I wasn't sure you would pick up.""I did, and who, please?""Mr Andrew."Rubby, who had been listening, leaned closer. "It's him.""Oh," I managed to form a word.There was a short silence before he continued. "I made steak. I don't know if it's late, but if you are not busy, maybe you could come over please.""Shit", I murmured and ran my hand through my hair, not sure of how and what to respond. He had reached out too soon; I had expected him to give me a little time."You should go," Rubby whispered."You think so?" I whispered too in response.She nodded. "Say yes, you are coming, just go and eat, talk and see h
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RUBBY'S POV "Didn't you hear me?" I asked when he didn't answer."I did. But I don't think I'm in the position to answer you, you should ask Josh."I stood up and dusted my pants, "But I'm asking you, besides, what difference does it make if you or him tell me."He breathed heavily."She is his mom.""What do you mean by that? I mean the servant, she's also the chef, Sarah that's what he calls her.""Rubby you do not need that information," he said and made to leave."No, Alex," I held him back. "I need it, I do.""Her name is Emily, and she is Josh's mom. Wolfe's first wife."I kissed my teeth. "Thought she was dead?""We thought so too, it turns out she's been monitoring us all from a distance with that disguise.""Wow," I exclaimed. Wealth really had nothing to do with peace. It seemed as though the wealthier a person, the plentier the problem.Of course, I had never trusted Josh, so I wasn't so shocked by the confession."Now I've answered you, would you not answer mine?" Alex as
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RUBBY'S POV Alex shook his head, but I didn't want to believe him; there was a nurse and a doctor; I could swear on that."Is this the room?" The nurse said pointing to the door."Yes, yes, it is.""It's always out of bounds because only people shot and are on the verge of death are wheeled into this compartment; it's confidential, but since you insist..." She pushed open the door, and my jaw fell.Did I hallucinate or something? Nolan had been wheeled into this room."Is your doctor around, I want to speak with him," my voice shook."Him?" The nurse asked."Yes, him. Blonde hair, tiny eyes, gap tooth.""What time?""About three hours ago."She shook her head. "No male doctor was assigned this compartment as of that time. Well, the hospital has more female doctors, so we only have one male doctor in this compartment, and he's been on leave for a week now. Aside from that, no nurse, auxiliary nurse or even a worker matches your description.""What! Nolan, he was also watched.""Were t
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RUBBY'S POV My lips parted against my wish as I took in the taste of his tongue. He tasted like a particular whiskey my father enjoyed, he must have been drinking.Slowly his hands moved to my throat, and I was forced to open my mouth even more."Your tongue," he whispered.He claimed it immediately I brought out my tongue.My legs wobbled under me, and I fought hard to not wrap my hands around his neck.For a minute or more, I was lost. This wasn't what I came to do, but this man here had so much influence over me, one I never knew he had until now.I desperately wished the whole drama would end, I wished all this never even happened in the first place. Slowly, his hands left my neck and slid down my waist. I fought back a moan; yes, he owned me; I had never felt this way, not even in the three years with Nolan.His arms wrapped around my waist, and held me gently. That was my place, yes, in his arms.I enjoyed it for some moment before I summoned the courage to push him away."Sto
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RUBBY'S POV My nose flared in anger. How dare he ask him not to show remorse? Does he even care?"Why are you kneeling!" Alex shouted again, even the driver was confused.The veins in his head had all popped out now, he was more annoyed than he had been the entire week.The driver muttered a please and stood up."Get in the car, we aren't home yet."Before he could enter the car, too, I held him back. "What's this supposed to mean? Have you no conscience? How dare you? He tried to kill my father, and even if he was coerced, have I no right to know about such decisions before you take such drastic actions? Is there no better approach to this? It's on the news; it's everywhere; think of my mother, how deeply she's hurt, think of my father who now lives in constant fear for his life; what about me?" My voice broke as I spoke.Alex took a few steps forward and made sure he stood very close to me. I used that opportunity to take in his features. He had suddenly become so rough, his beard
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RUBBY'S POV"What's going on? You just left without saying anything.""I'm fine, Josh; stay safe.""If you don't tell me what's going on now, I will have your phone tracked, and I will come there," Josh threatened."You threatening me with that voice," I giggled."Tell me what's going on, please," he whispered, and my little heart fell, but not completely."The news, did you see it?""I haven't checked, you can tell me.""Well, Alex ordered the release of his driver," I answered and wished I saw his face to know his exact reaction. "The law does not allow it, does it? How was he able to pull such strings? Wait, has he no regard for a human life?"I exhaled sharply, "he believes his driver is innocent, someone must have sent him.""Doesn't change the fact that he is an accomplice does it?"I shook my head as though he could see me. "No, it doesn't; I don't know what he is up to." I sounded sad, and I couldn't tell why."So where are you?" He asked cheerfully."I'm at the ho...." I cau
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RUBBY'S POV My Jaw dropped and my whole body stiffened. I watched in horror as Nolan's body dropped slowly."Nolan, Nolan," I called yet no response. I turned quickly to see the sniper walking away quickly. I swear I knew that walking step, but I waved it away; I was probably imagining things."Somebody help get an ambulance," I shouted. I dialled the 911 number immediately, and soon an ambulance arrived. While I watched them wheel him into the van, I Suddenly felt cursed. Why does something lead Everybody to the hospital? First, Dad, then Josh, and now Nolan.I stared at the lady one more time; she acted as though she had not seen what happened or even heard me scream.I was tempted to go after her, but I decided to follow the van carrying Nolan's almost lifeless body.He was about to say something, and it looked as though he was shot because he was about to expose something tangible.I followed them till we entered a ward. "Please wait here," the main nurse said to me, but I saw
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RUBBY'S POV "Did you shout intentionally?" "My leg really hurt," he groaned in pain again "Argh!""Oh that's enough pretence for the day," I rolled my eyes."Will you sleep in the hospital today?" He whispered."No, I need to go see Dad.""I can come with you if you wish.""Josh, you won't leave this bed until late tomorrow.""I will wait till you are back tomorrow; I will make sure Mrs Sarah helps you settle properly."The minute he mentioned Mrs Sarah, I remembered how shocked Alex had been when he saw her."Uhm," I cracked my throat, thinking of the best approach to asking the question."Go ahead, ask me," he said as though he was reading my thoughts."Who is Mrs Sarah?" I blurted. That wasn't the way I wanted to ask, but that was how it rolled out."She's is a human being like you and I, why did you ask?""I know she's human, I'm asking who she is to you and Alex."He looked shocked for a minute, then quickly regained composure. Typical Josh."Rubby, don't you see the uniform sh
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ALEXANDER'S POV "Josh Wolfe, bullet injury," I explained to a nurse."A minute, let me check the records."I nodded in response and stepped outside to allow her to do her work.Minutes later she returned with a file. "Josh Wolfe, but not bullet injury. Who are you to him?"I was tempted to ask what injury it was classified under, but decided against it, It was unprofessional for a nurse to give me such details, so I would rather not ask."His brother. Alexander Wolfe," I showed her my complimentary card."This way.""Brother indeed," I scoffed."I will take it from here, thank you," I said to the nurse smiling.She bowed slightly and left. Now left alone, I took a deep breath before pushing open the door.The sight I met ruined my day and the days that were to come. Rubby sat very close to him and was running her hand through his hair. What's worse was that she was smiling.I cracked my throat to announce my presence. They turned in unison, and Josh's face changed instantly, the wide
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ALEXANDER'S POV "What? I should marry Annie?" She came closer. "He's got months to live, another family needs to succeed him, that's how it's been for generations. Josh found out about the illness and showed up; Annie is more than willing and able to settle down with you if Rubby isn't ready. Since you've won the first stage already, getting married shouldn't be an issue. He needs to be alive to see you wed and sign the complete transfer of ownership."I looked around to be sure she was speaking to me, and yes she was."How did you get Kevin to back out?" "I didn't," she whispered. "He chose to after I spoke to him about Josh.""And how did Josh find out?" "I honestly don't know, someone inside might be working for him."I smiled. "Is this it? Is this you mom? All this for what?""For your good," she replied and made to touch me but I moved backwards a bit."Stay right there, I don't even know who you are."She looked hurt, rather I would say I hurt her with those words."Do you n
