All Chapters of The Runaway's Replacement: Chapter 51 - Chapter 60

Memories of that terrifying day flooded Piper's heart– Ethan's cold smile, the crack of gunfire, and Harrison lying almost lifeless on the floor. The trauma replayed in her mind. "No," Piper whispered, her voice trembling with fear. Her eyes widened in disbelief. "You're working with him?"Ethan's laughter sliced through the air, sending Piper's fear to rise. She mishandled her phone, desperation driving her.She dialled the police hotline, her fingers shaking. "I need to report—"A faint moan halted her words. Piper's gaze lifted, and her heart sank.On Oscar's phone, a video played – Piper's image, entwined with Oscar's, in an intimate position. The video quality was blurry and unclear, but despite that, the content was easily recognizable and undeniable. Piper's gaze dropped, her shoulders slumping under the weight of humiliation. Her voice cracked, "You have no right to do this. How on earth do you get this video?" she spa

Lyra's eyes widened as a hand clamped down on her shoulder, fingers digging deep into her flesh. Another hand slapped across her mouth, a soft cloth pressing against her lips.She tried to scream, but the sound died in her throat. The handkerchief's sweet, chemical scent flooded her nostrils, making her head spin.Lyra's body tensed, panic fueling her struggle. She kicked backwards, but her legs felt heavy, unresponsive.The hand holding the handkerchief tightened, pressing the cloth deeper into her mouth. Lyra's vision blurred, colours bleeding together.She stumbled, her heels scraping against the ground as she was dragged into the shadows. Her arms flailed wildly, but her muscles weakened, limbs trembling.Lyra's thoughts scattered like shattered glass, her mind numbing as an icy chill crept up her spine. Her walls around her blurred, and then- nothing. Lyra's bladder released, warm liquid spreading down her legs as her body surrendered to shock.Oscar's face twisted into a trium

Lyra's arms tightened around Kai, but her gaze snapped to his flushed face. Her fingers brushed his sweaty brow, and her eyes widened."Kai is running temperature," she whispered, alarm creeping into her voice.She swiftly pulled back, her hands framing his tiny face. His skin scorched her palms. "Hurry, please take Kai away!" Lyra urged, her voice laced with panic.The Head Maid nodded, her face set in determination. "I'll find help and come back for you. Hang on, Lyra."The Head Maid gently lifted Kai from Lyra's arms, cradling him close. His wails filled the air as she turned to navigate the burning storage room.Flames licked the walls, and debris rained down. The Head Maid shielded Kai's face with her shoulder."Almost there, little one," she cooed, her voice steady despite the chaos.As The Head Maid disappeared into the smoke-filled corridor, Lyra's desperate cry echoed: "Please don't turn around. Save my baby!"

Inside the opulent Monroe mansion, Harrison stood tall, his voice firm as he addressed the gathered officers. "Arrest her. She's hiding something about Lyra's disappearance."Piper's gaze narrowed, her shoulders sagging slightly. "What are you talking about? I have no idea what's happened to Lyra."The officer said, "Ma'am, I'm afraid you'll have to come with us." Two officers stepped forward, cuffs at the ready. Piper's eyes flashed with defiance as she raised her hands, palms outwards. "Don't touch me."She struggled against the officers' gentle grip, her voice rising. "You can't do this. I won't be handled like some common criminal."One officer carefully secured her wrists, his expression firm. "Ma'am, please cooperate."Piper's lips curled into a disdainful smile. "I'll walk out of here on my terms." She strode toward the waiting police vehicle, head held high, shoulders squared.As she reached the vehicle, she tur

The news swept through the media landscape like a whirlwind, dominating headlines and sparking fervent speculation."Monroe Empire First Female Chairperson!" screamed the online banners."Lyra Monroe Returns, More Radiant Than Ever!" proclaimed the newspaper front pages."Gorgeous and Powerful: Lyra Monroe Takes the Wheel" gushed the magazine covers.Reports spilt on Harrison's table, and as he snatched one up, his eyes devoured the headlines. His gaze darted from one page to another."What?" he exclaimed, his voice trembling with excitement. "Lyra went on vacation?" He laughed, incredulous. "While I've been scouring the earth for her."Harrison's face glowed with relief, his eyes shining with unshed tears. He had feared the worst, but Lyra was alive, whole, and healthy."Get me her current location," he barked into his phone, pacing restlessly. "I need to know where she is, now."Adrian's voice crackled through the line. "Already on it, sir. I'll have the coordinates for you within t