[Kael]
After talking to Aira and Terrence, I decided to investigate more on the mysterious person that's been supporting Natalia. I had thought that Natalia probably tricked someone in London to give her some funding. What kind of person would just let someone do illegal things under their funding? I don't think someone would be that stupid however, I could be wrong. There's a possibility that that person could have known about everything and is still willing to help Natalia despite all of the illegal things she's been doing. I also hired investigators in London to help with the search. Any information on that person could change everything.
"The launch is tomorrow, are you still busy checking everything?" Terrence walked into my office and asked me about the launch. I've been busy about the whole launch as well as the investigation about Amelia that I barely slept. I didn't want to slack off during the preparations of the launch since we had a crisis not too lon
[Terrence]The day of the launch is finally here. I brought Aira with me as my date for the event. I drove to her house to pick her up and she was dressed really nicely. I couldn’t help but admire her beauty.“What are you looking at?” She asked. I smiled at her and held her hand.“You’re really beautiful.” I said. A smile formed on her lips and a light tint of pink spread across her face. She tried to cover her face but I held her hands tight. She giggled as she tried to get her hands free but I refused to let her go. I kissed her hands before I let them go.“I never knew you were such a sweet talker, babe. But stop teasing me and let’s get going. You can’t be late.” She urged me to start the
[Terrence]We arrived at the hotel and it was already swarming with journalists. While walking towards the entrance, I could hear the journalists throwing questions at me like what our thoughts were about our competitors releasing a product ahead of us and how we’re dealing with the random rumors circulating online. I just ignored all of them and continued to walk and enter the hotel. I held Aira’s hands tight so she wouldn’t feel burdened by the flashing lights and the journalists’ questions. When we entered the function hall, I saw Kael was already there. He was talking to some of the investors who showed up.“Mr. Pearce.” I called out to him and shook his hands. Whenever we’re in front of the investors or what Kael likes to call them ‘old blokes’ we tend to act professional. We knew they were distrusting of us since we were young and sti
[Kael]Immediately after the launch, Terrence, Aira and I started creating a plan on how to save Amelia and how to get Natalia arrested. We booked a room at the hotel where the launch was held, and we made sure to keep the conversation that we’ll be having, all to ourselves. We made sure to switch our phones off and double check the vicinity of the room to see if there are any mysterious people trying to eavesdrop.“I’ve gone ahead and investigated Natalia’s background, what she’s been up to and who she’s been meeting. I found out that Natalia has been in contact with someone from London. I managed to hire a few investigators in London to find out more about this person.” I explained. I took out a piece of paper from my jacket pocket and I showed it to the both of them.
[Terrence]The following morning, I picked up Aira at her house and we proceeded to drive over to the apartment complex. Kael just texted me that he’s waiting for Natalia outside of the hotel she’s staying in. I took out the bottle of beer that Kael gave us and I climbed up the stairs through the fire exit and I went to room 407 and dropped the bottle by the door and I made sure to knock too so the guy inside comes out and sees the bottle.Aira was staying in the car while I was inside the apartment. I needed her to stay outside just in case anything happens. She’s also in charge of calling the cops but only after I send her the signal to do so. I need to make sure that the guard is knocked out before. Kael said that it would only take at least 5 minutes for the medicine to kick in. I waited by the fire exit for 5 minutes. To test if the
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“Amelia?” The moment I entered the room, I noticed how messy it was. There were scattered sloths on the floor, bits and pieces of paper which I assume are receipts from the pharmacy. I walked inside trying to find Amelia or anyone. I saw the door to the bedroom was slightly ajar so I proceeded to walk over there with caution. As I opened the door further, I saw her.“Amelia?” I called out. She was laying on the bed, on her side and her back was turned to me. When I called out her name, she flinched and was surprised. Maybe she was surprised to hear someone else’s voice all this time.“Terrence?” Her voice was weak and it cracked all too easily. She only said my name but it felt like she didn’t have the strength to say anything. She sat up and turned to me. She had grown thin and pale, totally different
“Can you walk? My car is downstairs, we need to leave right now.” I told her. She nodded and told me that she’ll be able to walk without a problem. When we took our first steps outside of the room, I could feel how tightly she was gripping onto me. She was trying so hard not to fall and I knew she was having a hard time walking. Without a second thought, I picked her up from the floor and I carried her.“Wh-what are you doing?” She asked, her voice was shaky but it didn't matter to me. What mattered to me was that I’ll be able to take her away from here. We went down to the ground floor using the elevator and I went out of the apartment complex and to my car. Aira opened the back seat door for me so I could safely put Amelia in.“Aira?” Amelia called out to Aira and tears started streaming down her fac
“Are you her immediate family?” The doctor asked. Before I could answer, Aira answered and told the doctor that we were Amelia’s family. The doctor nodded and told us about her condition. “She’s severely malnourished. If you would have taken her here any later, it would have been too late. She fainted due to malnourishment and fatigue. It’s not good for an expecting mother to be under constant stress like this. We’ll do our best to give her what she needs. In the meantime, I highly suggest for her to stay in the hospital so we’ll be able to do all the tests to see if anything else is wrong with her.” The doctor said. I nodded and told him that we’ll follow his advice. While waiting for Amelia to be transferred to a room, Aira and I sat down on the available chairs in the waiting room. Aira rested her head on my shoulder and I heard her sigh.
“Miss, here are the papers that need your signature for the finalization of the Spring Collection that will be featured in our fashion show.” My assistant came into my office and handed me a stack of papers. My name is Nagatsuka Akina, I’m the Founder and CEO of Hanazu Couture. Although my company hasn’t been around for as long as the other famous brands out there, we’ve become a household name in the fashion industry. I’ve worked tirelessly for the last 15 years to make this company what it is today.“Miss, I’ve received a call from...your father.” My assistant reluctantly told me. I had instructed her before that any business with regards to my family, I will not accept. I’ve told her that if anyone called saying they were my immediate family, disregard what they say and blacklist their number so they won’t be able to call again. She
I walked towards the shadow guard who called for me. When I was finally in front of him, he slowly lowered his mask, revealing his face. This was considered taboo for a shadow guard. No one, not even their master should see their faces. That was the only secret they were allowed to keep from their masters. I was surprised when he pulled down his mask."What are you doing?" I asked him frantically. I didn't want him to get into trouble. He shook his head and sat down on the windowsill. He was calm and it didn't seem like he was going to cause trouble. I relaxed my shoulders a bit and I took a step back from him."Why did you do that?" I asked. He was looking down on the floor when I asked that question. He turned his head towards me and shrugged."All this time, I believed that the master that I was serving was a good person. I knew of his story yet I couldn't understand the decision he made." He answered. I wasn't able to recall any memories fr
I didn't know how long I was trapped in my room but it felt like forever. The shadow guards would put water and food down by my door during meal time. I tried talking to them but they were silent as usual. The maids never came around to my room either. Even Mei, who would usually be with me, never came to visit. Did father do something to her? DId she leave or is she just following my father's orders? Either way, I really have to get out of here.All my windows had shadow guards under them. I couldn't even try to escape through them. There was no other way for me to contact the outside world. I was locked up and trapped inside my room. It's been a few days and maybe Prince Shiro will figure something out. Unless my father talked to him about my whereabouts, he would surely try to look for me."Hima..." I heard father's voice on the other side of the door. I walked closer hoping to hear what he had to say."I hope you're not putting your faith o
I didn't know how long I was trapped in my room but it felt like forever. The shadow guards would put water and food down by my door during meal time. I tried talking to them but they were silent as usual. The maids never came around to my room either. Even Mei, who would usually be with me, never came to visit. Did father do something to her? DId she leave or is she just following my father's orders? Either way, I really have to get out of here.All my windows had shadow guards under them. I couldn't even try to escape through them. There was no other way for me to contact the outside world. I was locked up and trapped inside my room. It's been a few days and maybe Prince Shiro will figure something out. Unless my father talked to him about my whereabouts, he would surely try to look for me."Hima..." I heard father's voice on the other side of the door. I walked closer hoping to hear what he had to say."I hope you're not putting your faith o
Hello everyonesorry for the lack of updates, I haven't been feeling good mentally and I have a hard time trying to keep up with the updates. I sincerely apologize but I will try to update as much as I can for the following weeks to come and then I'll probably take a break for my mental health. Once again I sincerely apologize for the lack of updates. Even though I may not be as active as I used to be, I will do my best to make up for what I lack. Thank you everyone who has supported me and still continue to read my novels
Hello everyonesorry for the lack of updates, I haven't been feeling good mentally and I have a hard time trying to keep up with the updates. I sincerely apologize but I will try to update as much as I can for the following weeks to come and then I'll probably take a break for my mental health. Once again I sincerely apologize for the lack of updates. Even though I may not be as active as I used to be, I will do my best to make up for what I lack. Thank you everyone who has supported me and still continue to read my novels
Hello everyonesorry for the lack of updates, I haven't been feeling good mentally and I have a hard time trying to keep up with the updates. I sincerely apologize but I will try to update as much as I can for the following weeks to come and then I'll probably take a break for my mental health. Once again I sincerely apologize for the lack of updates. Even though I may not be as active as I used to be, I will do my best to make up for what I lack. Thank you everyone who has supported me and still continue to read my novels
Hello everyonesorry for the lack of updates, I haven't been feeling good mentally and I have a hard time trying to keep up with the updates. I sincerely apologize but I will try to update as much as I can for the following weeks to come and then I'll probably take a break for my mental health. Once again I sincerely apologize for the lack of updates. Even though I may not be as active as I used to be, I will do my best to make up for what I lack. Thank you everyone who has supported me and still continue to read my novels
Hello everyonesorry for the lack of updates, I haven't been feeling good mentally and I have a hard time trying to keep up with the updates. I sincerely apologize but I will try to update as much as I can for the following weeks to come and then I'll probably take a break for my mental health. Once again I sincerely apologize for the lack of updates. Even though I may not be as active as I used to be, I will do my best to make up for what I lack. Thank you everyone who has supported me and still continue to read my novels