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Hazel WestThe next day, I arrived at the city's conference room early in my private car, wanting to scope out the place and make sure everything was in order. Dunlop arrived shortly after, looking focused and ready for the task at hand. We just brought two trustworthy members of the team, a videographer and Stacy, my secretary.We didn't want the whole team at BLC knowing about the exclusive rumor, we all knew every company had its snitches. I tried calling Jacob again, but I got no reply. I just decided to carry on with the current work at hand and find out what was wrong with him laterWe found a good spot near the entrance where we could see the governor arrive and leave without drawing too much attention to ourselves. As we waited, we reviewed our questions one last time, making sure we were prepared for any situation. As expected, there were few journalists that were at the scene, so it wouldn't be hard to get to the governor. Finally, the governor's car pulled up, and he stepped
Hazel WestIt had already been two days since Jacob informed me about his business trip to New York. Suddenly a month sounded like a year.“Promise me you’ll keep in contact with me every day” I said, holding his hands tightly.Jacob smiled softly, squeezing my hands in return. “I promise, Hazel. I’ll call you every day and update you on everything.”I nodded, trying to hold back the emotions that threatened to spill over. “I just... I need to know you’re okay.”“I will be,” he reassured me. “And I need you to take care of yourself and the boys. Focus on your work. We’re getting close to something big, and I know you’ll get to the bottom of it.”His words gave me a sense of comfort, but I couldn’t shake the feeling of unease. “I’ll miss you, Jacob.”“I’ll miss you too, Hazel,” he said, leaning in to kiss my forehead gently. “I’ll be back before you know it.”He and Ranger dragged the luggage and went into the plane. He kept waving till the plane took off, and he was out of sightAs he
Hazel WestDays went by and Dunlop was more than frequent at my house because of the investigation we were carrying out. The kids were happy about the development and I guess I was kind of getting used to his presence, but I made sure not to get drawn and attracted to him all over again. I set some boundaries for myself.After Dunlop left my house, I went through the USB drive again, looking closely at the files the man claimed would prove that the governor was embezzling the state’s resources. One of the documents showed that he was supposed to reconstruct a highway road, costing a million dollars, but nothing had been done on the road yet and there were no signs that anything would be doneThere was another file that showed over five hundred thousand dollars unaccounted for under the governor’s care. There was another file that talked about the illegal distribution of drugs and weapons by the governor himself. I had to find out if he was getting impeached or not and if he wasn’t, I n
Hazel West I walked into my house and the lights were turned off. That was weird, the kids wouldn't have gone to bed this early. “Lucas” I called out, trying to find the light switchHe was supposed to be in charge of the kids until I got back. What magic did he perform that made them go to sleep so early “Zion?”“William?” Still no response I found the light switch and turned it on. Everything was okay. Maybe Lucas was upstairs with the kids. I was about to go upstairs when I got grabbed from behind and a large hand covered my mouth. The last thing I remembered was being dragged away I woke up to a very bright light, everything was blurry at first but it cleared upI was still at home, I tried to move but I realized that my hands tied to a chair and my mouth was taped shut I tried to scream but it only came out as muffled sounds and I tried moving but to no avail. I couldn't set myself free. What was going on? Was this some kind of prank?Zion and William wouldn't do this. I c
Hazel West The feeling was no longer the same. William and Zion were no longer with me and I felt like a part of me was gone I contemplated calling the cops a few times after I finally found a way to untie myself but I noticed that men dressed in black suits and dark shades were always around my house I also noticed a red blinking camera was setup at strategic corners of my house watching my every move. I was so restless, there was nothing I could doI couldn't sleep throughout the night, just merely thinking that the kids and Lucas could be in danger and there was nothing I could do about it I had to hand over the usb drive and all other evidence I had on him to get back the kids but what about justice? Justice for the innocent civilians that he had been defrauding like that poor whistle blower?I took a shower and walked over to my wardrobe to find something to wear. I scanned through my wardrobe and shuffled past all my colourful clothes because they're was nothing colorful abou
Hazel West It was finally the day that I had to turn in all evidence I had against the governor to himI had gathered all the paperwork and the USB drive. There was absolutely nothing I could do. I noticed his men following me everywhere I went. He kept tabs on all my calls and monitored me even in my house I just really hoped he kept to his word and returned the kids and Lucas “Grayson, I've got the evidence where should I meet you up” I asked after he picked up from the private number he gave me to call“Very good Miss West. I'm glad you are cooperating. I can assure you your people will get back to you safely” he said calmly “5th Street on the lonely highway. Just stand in the middle of the road and drop all the floor, someone will come pick it up, then we'll communicate where you can find your people” Grayson’s voice returned, cold and menacing. "And Hazel? Don’t try anything stupid. Remember, we’re watching you."“Grayson, how about we strike another deal to make sure Lucas a
Hazel West “Park here” I instructed Dunlop who was sweating because of how fast he drove We stepped out of the car and walked into a nearby restaurant. I have only minutes before Grayson's men realize the trick we played on them “Will you tell me what is going on now?” Dunlop asked breathing heavily “Ok, promise me you won't freak out” “Hazel” Dunlop called out impatiently“Okay, okay I'll tell you”“Remember the investigation we're carrying out on Grayson Axel, the governor”“Of course I do. What about it?”“Remember the whistleblower that gave us the flash drive that had most of the governor's bad records on it”“Yeah I remember the whistleblower. He didn't tell us his name though. Where are you going with all this”“Ok so, Grayson found the whistleblower and it directly led to me. He visited me at home and tied me up. He even shot the whistle blower in front of me. He kidnapped Lucas and the kids and he is possibly going to kill them if I don't hand over the evidence. Here's t
Hazel WestThe first phase of the plan was done, we just had to find where Grayson was hiding Lucas and the kids. We couldn't trace his location because he used a ghost phone“Is it done?” Dunlop askedWe were in a secluded part of BLC, Grayson wouldn't be able to track us down here. Even I didn't know of this place till now“Check it out” I sniffed, still feeling the impact from when Grayson shot Lucas .Dunlop looked at the decoy drive. It was set to encrypt after the first view. That meant immediately Grayson viewed it once, the drive would automatically lock itself making it completely useless to him.“Damn, this is so good. Where did you learn this level of encryption” Dunlop asked, clearly amazed by my skillsI smiled sadly and he saw that I was still disturbed by the recent call of GraysonFor the first time in a while, his touch didn't irritate or disgust me. He raised my chin so I could meet his gaze. I couldn't hold back anymoreI just let the tears drop and he pulled me in f
Hazel WestThe ballroom was alive with excitement, laughter echoing off the walls, and glasses clinking in celebration. I stood near the entrance, taking in the sea of familiar faces, all dressed in their finest and gathered to celebrate with us. I still couldn’t fully believe it—our wedding day, the day I officially became Mrs. West.Across the room, Dunlop caught my eye. He looked striking in his tuxedo, his hair perfectly styled, and that familiar, irresistible smile tugging at his lips. My heart did a little dance just watching him. After everything—the arguments, the breakups, the makeups, and every crazy turn in between—it all led us here. He was laughing with a group of friends, but his eyes kept drifting back to me, a soft look of reassurance and love in his gaze, like he was still making sure I was really there, that this was really happening.A waiter passed by, balancing a tray of champagne, and I grabbed a glass, taking a sip to steady my nerves. It was such a strange but
Dunlop West It had been over a month since we left Arizona and relocated to New York fully. Camilla had signed the contract and we had given her a small sum. She was finally out of our lives for good and she was never coming back.The kids were schooling here in New York and enjoying their time here. Hazel had started her own company and was now a CEO of her own Charisa had been promoted from secret spy/ stunt double to supervisory special agent and she and Lily were now engaged Everything was going smoothly The house was buzzing with activity. It was Hazel's birthday, and everyone was chipping in to make it special. Charisa and Lily were in the kitchen, coordinating the catering and preparing a feast. Zion and William were hanging streamers and balloons, their faces flushed with excitement. I was in the living room, arranging flowers and setting up a small stage for a surprise performance later in the evening.Miranda was in charge of the cake, which she was decorating with int
Hazel West I had moved back in with Dunlop and the kids joy knew no bounds “Hey boy” I called out to William and Zion. It was time tell Zion that Dunlop was his real father and Dunlop was nervous and elated all at the same time I could feel the tension in the air as we gathered in the living room. Dunlop paced back and forth, his hands running through his hair, while I tried to stay calm, sitting on the couch with William and Zion beside me. Both boys were excited, oblivious to the weight of the moment. “Mom, what’s going on?” Zion asked, looking up at me with those wide, curious eyes that always made my heart melt. “Yeah, what’s the big surprise?” William chimed in, bouncing on the balls of his feet, unable to contain his energy. I took a deep breath, reaching for Zion’s hand, and Dunlop finally stopped pacing, coming to stand in front of us. He knelt down, so he was at eye level with the boys, his expression softening as he looked at Zion. “There’s something important we n
He followed me seconds later, his body shuddering as he came, collapsing on top of me, both of us panting, drenched in sweat and rainwater. For a long moment, we just lay there, tangled in each other, the sound of our breathing the only thing breaking the silence. Finally, he rolled off me, pulling me into his arms, holding me close. “I’m so sorry, Hazel,” he whispered, his voice thick with emotion. “I didn't know Camilla was going to try to drug me, I would have been more cautious. I'm sorry you had to see us like that” I rested my head on his chest, listening to the steady beat of his heart, the sound soothing, comforting. “I know,” I whispered back. “We’ll face everything together, Dunlop. No more running away.” “What suddenly changed your mind? You were so mad at me before and now you believe me? What happened” he asked running his hands in my hair I pulled away from him and looked at him “Your mother called and she advised me to put my emotions away and think clearly. And s
Hazel West “Hazel wait”Dunlop yelled under the rain “Please don't go. I can explain everything” I ran over to him and jumped on him, engulfing him in a hug. I could sense his confusion as he wrapped his hands around me. “You don't have to explain anything, I believe you” I whispered still hugging him “You do?” He asked in shock as he dropped me “I do” I said holding his face “I'm so sorry I didn't believe you at first, I'm sorry I left you all by yourself” I leaned in and kissed him and his hands wrapped around my waist as he kissed me back I held his hand and we ran back inside. We headed up to my room and I barely managed to close the door before Dunlop’s lips crashed into mine. The rain had soaked us through, our clothes were clinging to our bodies, but all I could feel was the heat radiating between us, the cold completely forgotten. Dunlop’s hands trembled as he held my face, pulling back just enough to look into my eyes. “Hazel, I’ve missed you so much. I thou
Hazel West I kept turning in my bed. I couldn't sleep, Dunlop and Camilla naked together kept flashing across my mind. I sat up on my bed and held my head in my arms. How could Dunlop do this to me after all the promises we made to each other?I still loved Dunlop and it was so foolish of me. I picked up my phone and scrolled through pictures of us and tears formed in my eyes Why did he even come here? What was he trying to explain? I saw them naked together Camilla words kept ringing in my head ‘He'll always come back to me’“Mummy, we called grandma to talk to her on our tablet and now she wants to talk to you” William said peeping through the slight gap in my door “I don't want to talk to anyone. Maybe later” I sniffed “Hazel, I'm not asking if I can talk to you, I'm telling you that I need to talk to you” I heard Mirinda say from William's tablet. She was placed on speakerphone I walked over to William and took the tablet from him before he went to his room “Hi Mirinda” I
Dunlop West I left the house with tears in my eyes and fallen shoulders. I couldn't bear to look at kids disappointed faces as I left the houseI drove back to my house and drowned myself in alcohol. I had Hazel and just like that I had lost her and my sons How do I prove to her that I had no idea what was going on and I was drugged? How do I explain to her that this was all part of Camila's plan to break us apart and it was working I took out my phone and quickly called Charisa. It rand a couple of times before she picked up “Hey Dunlop, what's up” her cheerful voice came up on the phone “Charisa, I lost Hazel and the kids and I just found out that Zion is actually mine” muttered“Wait, wait, wait. Slow down. What do you mean you lost Hazel? Is she missing? And how do you know Zion is yours?” She asked“Charisa it's all a mess” I said taking another glass of alcohol “Remember Camilla? The woman I divorced Hazel for when I was completely out of my mind, William's mother. I told y
Dunlop West I woke up later in the evening and found myself naked on my bedMy clothes were scattered on the floor. The last thing I remembered was that Camilla drugged me and somehow followed me into my room before I passed out Did she steal from me or did she try to rape me?William!!!!!I put on a robe and rushed to William's room and he wasn't there neither was Zion Oh God had she taken them both?I rushed back into my room to call the cops but I noticed that Hazel's things were gone tooWas this another kidnap?I dialed Hazel's number but her number wasn't going through I immediately called Camilla and she picked up almost immediately “Where are the children?” I asked immediately “What children? I think you should ask Hazel that. She was kind of in a foul mood when she walked in on us cuddling after we had sex” Camilla said I widened my eyes in shock “What in hell are you talking about?” I asked her completely infuriated “we never had sex and you know that. You fucking dr
Hazel West I was finally done with Jay's corporation. I made sure that they would no longer need my services and I handed over my duties to a manager that I was sure Jacob trusted. I called Jacob and informed him about my resignation and the change in roles He didn't argue he just accepted it that way and I quickly hung up before he could start gaslighting me I had two missed calls from Dunlop and I called back but I got no response. I would just see him at home anyways I got in the car and drove back home, the whole William custody case still playing in my headThe first hearing was next week and I was nervous I arrived back home and walked in. I saw two empty glasses on the side stools. Did Dunlop have a guest?I shrugged and headed upstairs to see him. I called his name severally but I got no response. I got to our room and I pushed open the door and walked in I walked in to see the greatest shock of my life. Dunlop and Camilla were completely naked on the bed and Dunlop was