บททั้งหมดของ His To Own: Daddy's Secret Desires.: บทที่ 31 - บทที่ 40

ARLAN'S POV;I was halfway through my cup of coffee when the news broke. The voice on the television droned on as I watched the business news.Saraya Newman. Arrested.The cup slipped from my fingers, and the coffee splashed across my shirt and hand, burning like hell."Shit!" I cursed, but the sting was nothing compared to the jolt in my chest. For a moment, all I could do was stare at the screen, my heart pounding like a war drum."What the hell is going on right now?" I asked as though someone else was in the room with me. "I spoke to her this morning... Ian?" Realization dawn on me. "I don't believe that sly snake would stoop so low to do this."Ignoring the mess, I grabbed my phone and dialed Alex. My hand was shaking, and I hated that. Hated how easily the mere mention of her name could unsettle me. The phone rang twice before he picked up.“Arlan.” There was something about his voice that sounded tired and frustrated when he picked up.“What’s going on?” I demanded, not botheri

SARAYA'S POVThe cold metal of the chair beneath me was the only thing grounding me as officer Leo’s sharp gaze bore into mine.He sat across the table, a laptop and a folder filled with documents was in front of him. His voice was calm but pointed, he didn't beat around the bush but was hitting the hammer on the nail.“Ms. Newman, three million dollars doesn’t just vanish into thin air. Someone took it. Was it you?” He asked. "Are you keeping slush funds to avoid paying tax?"My heart beat at the mention of slush funds. "Is this my grandmother of retailing or is this Ian's doings?" I asked myself. "These were the only people I know would do anything far and beyond to see fall, kinship means nothing to them." I sighed."Keeping quiet won't help your case if you know what is good for you, you should start talking."I kept my lips pressed shut, my eyes fixed on the corner of the table. "Don’t say a word," I reminded myself. "Anything I say could be twisted." So, I invoked my right to r

SARAYA'S POV;Perched on the edge of the bed, my mind drifted to Alan. How he had shown up for me today at the Central Precinct."Here I was thinking I was doing a great job suppressing my feelings but why did I feel that way then? And why do I feel this way now?" I bit my lower lip as I placed my hand on my chest, bearing the sporadic rhythm of my heartbeat.The tingly sensation made me happy yet made me nervous.I shook my head as if to shake off the thought of him, but his thoughts continued to fill my mind. I laid my back against the bed, hoping to get some sleep and stop thinking about him but even sleep was far away from my eyes.My eyes squeezed shut but opened with frustration written over my face. It didn't work. The worried look on his face when he came to the Central Precinct to bail me was all I could see when I closed my eyes and all I could think of.“Perhaps you should go see him rather than sitting here doing nothing.” A voice whispered in my thoughts.I shook my hea

MATILDA'S POV;I drove out of Arlan's house, a satisfied smile playing on my lips."Who knew fate could be so generous?" I asked laughing out hysterically.Saraya finding me in bed with Arlan was the perfect twist. It was almost too easy."I wouldn’t have to work too hard to pull them apart now." I mused, drumming my fingers on the wheel. "She’ll do it all on her own." I increased the sound of my car stereo as the jam 'dangerous game.' was played.*THE NIGHT BEFORE...*Looking around to make sure it was safe, I bought out the drug from my pocket. It was in a small nylon. "Don't blame me for this, Arlan." I fetched the glasses, I slipped the drug into his drink, my hands steady and my heart pounding.As we drank, the effects began to show. His usually sharp eyes grew hazy, and his words stumbled over themselves. He leaned back in his chair, his guard completely down.I took my chance, leaning in and kissing him deeply. His lips were soft and warm. “You’re all mine, Arlan,” I whispere

ALEX'S POV;I looked out through the window and took a deep breath of relief when Saraya drove into the compound."You can ease your worry, " Mary's voice interrupted my thoughts, her hand patting my back. "Now that she is back.""I don't think I can ease my worries, Mary" I snapped before realizing and could see the shock on Mary's face. Seeing how I must have scared her. "I'm sorry, I yelled at you. It wasn't my intention. It just feels like a storm I'm not prepared for is fast approaching. Mother is acting weird and had not been the same since Saraya was announced as the new CEO." I sighed."While I pretend it's nothing, it's eating my heart terribly and Saraya?" I asked. "She's been withdrawing and crawling back to her shell. With my mother and daughter this way, I can barely catch my breath in this house."Mary sighed. "I understand how you feel, I will try talking to Saraya." She suggested.I shook my head. "No, I will do it." I replied. "She is the CEO of the Newman's empire, s