The tone of their voices sounded like a suspicious tone. It was the same tone Aunt Esperanza used on her.Alexia swallowed hard, thinking of something to say as we all stood waiting for her response. I turned and saw Reggie still on a call. He was taking too long on the call. Just then, he walked over to where we were and whispered something into my ears. "Business calls. There's a little problem at the office, it really needs my attention…. I'm really sorry but...""It's fine, you can go… I understand." I nodded, and he kissed my cheeks. Yeah, I need him, but I understand the problem his company is currently suffering from. And it would be selfish in my end If I don't let him attend to it. "I do hope you understand. I'll be here as soon as I can… I promise." And with that, he made his way out. Drey was already waiting for him in his car, so he got in and left. I watched him leave before turning to Alexia, who was somewhat sweating. This is what being a caring friend looks like. If o
Bruno had been detained after a few investigations. I had a bad feeling about it; I had a bad feeling about everything.Staring at his face while he was being interrogated made me feel bad.After seeing the CCTV footage from my office, the police were one step ahead of Angelica and Alexia this time. They were smart, but the cops were smarter!I wondered why he would record me, anyway. I trusted him as my bodyguard, only for him to do this. I got jailed because of this! With all the threats and questions, he was still bent on not saying who sent him or who his boss was.But what we are yet to find out is if he actually had a hand in whatever happened to Raymond or even my aunt.I placed my hand on my necklace while watching them. I really hope they make him talk. He might know who got Ray killed.Just while I was in thought, Brown walked behind me. "Hey, my love - everything is set… your uncle is at the cemetery… we are all waiting for you." He said, touching my shoulders. He had been
"Don, please!" For an old man, Don Maximo was pretty strong. His grip was so strong that I couldn't pull myself away from him."I'd teach you how to unlove that, Reggie." He took me up to my room and threw me inside. I fell on the floor and he quickly locked me in.I got up and ran over to the door, but he had locked it and left with the keys."Uncle!!!" I banged the door countless times, but no one came for me. I yelled and yelled until it was late in the night. There was nothing I could do. He now had all my employees under him while I was locked up.Meanwhile, Reggie was the one calling me. He called and called until he could no longer take it.After a while, my number went busy. Don had blocked him from calling me.Reggie drove to the estate, and as usual, he needed to get through the securities."You're not allowed in here, Mr." the man said to him. Apparently, Brown knew his brother would wanna go to my house once he called, and I didn't pick up.Don was simply following his in
Reggie[I have your beloved Bella with me.] That text came with a picture of Bella and a gun pointed at her head.While I had Stone investigate the whereabouts of Bella, I was in a conference meeting. Due to the tremendous loss, Smiths Corporation was slowly going down, and I needed everything I could to get it back on its feet. I had been restless and absent-minded during the entire meeting. My phone was on my table, my eyes fully fixed on it. I had been expecting a call, text, anything… even an update on Bella's whereabouts."The new warehouse is ready. All we need now is to restock." A client said into his mic."I agree so, we can be back in business - What do you think, Mr. Smith?" Another client added, but my gaze was still on my phone.The moment I saw the text and picture, I quickly opened it to look at it. People in the hall turned to look at each other as the faint look I had all morning turned into a frown.Was Bella kidnapped?I raised my head to see the men in suits sta
BellaI stuck my hair behind my ear and walked over to the window. I gently opened it to see if Brown's car was outside. I tried leaving last night, but his men kept a close watch on me. I had no phone and no way to contact Korozon to know how my child was doing. Or even Reggie. I'm sure he must be worried by now.It was obvious they were keeping me like a prisoner here. They didn't allow me to go out.I lowered my head to look at my wrists. It's now red due to the rope they used in tying my both hands.Brown had forced me to make a stupid video of God knows what. He also brought some ladies to do some fake and weird makeup on my face and body.In the process, they tied my hands up and made me sit close to the camera. It seemed like a ransom video, the one I watch on TV. I looked really hurt and tortured even when I wasn't even touched.Well, Brown wouldn't allow anyone to lay a finger on me. But I still had no idea what that video was for.Just while I was deep in my thoughts, I saw
Before Aliyah walked in to take the stray out. I had removed a fork from it. I hid it under my pillow and acted cool, like I did nothing.It was 8; 17 pm and I knew I had to be fast. The moment she locked the door behind her, I raised my pillow and took the fork.It was dark, but there were bright lights all over the surroundings. Despite that, nothing is going to stop me from leaving this pit.I used the bottom of the fork to unscrew the curtain rod from the wall. And then I gently removed all the curtains in the room and dropped them on the floor.I occasionally glance at the door, hoping it doesn't go wide open. because, If the door goes wide open, my escape plan would be ruined and Brown might make it difficult for me to escape again.I sat on the floor and started stringing each end of the curtains together. Then the length came out pretty long. I got up and fastened one end of the string on the strong iron that was attached to my wardrobe. Then threw the other end out of the wi
The next day, I wasn't up till noon as I wasn't feeling too good, due to the terrible punch Brown had given me last night. It was as if he used a hammer in hitting my intestines. I was yet to recover from that, so Brown instructed his employees not to disturb me.I was still sound asleep when a guard pushed the door and Brown got in, along with Aliyah. And, as usual, she was here with lunch. While Brown was behind her.She dropped the food and walked out to get the other ladies, who were booked to get me ready. It was going to be a long day, so they had to get me prepared on time. Brown wore a casual white shirt with a brown short. His curly hair was neatly trimmed and his skin remained as smooth as ever.He gently sat close to my bed, staring at my pale face. He admired my fair skin and touched my hair softly, with so much love in his eyes. 'I don't mind killing the world. As long as I have you…' He thought, while touching my smooth skin. 'What else can I do for you to love me back?
Brown sat in his seat and crossed his legs while staring with a satisfied smile. His four bodyguards stood right behind his chair with Don seated close to him.I smiled and stretched my hands to hug Reggie, but Angelica stopped me. She caught my hands and brought them down.Reggie swallowed hard, as he didn't like what she just did.I felt embarrassed. What did she do that for? And why wasn't Reggie excited to see me?I mean, I was held captive for a week. He, of all people, should be glad to see me. We have been apart and I miss him so much. I bit my lower lip and turned to Angelica with a stony stare. "I'd excuse what you just did…. But I promise you'd regret it if you try to stop me again." My voice was loud enough for her sick brain to comprehend.Just while I tried to get into my husband's arms, she pushed me aside and took Reggie to the stage.Everything happened too fast. There was no time for me to process everything."Good evening ladies and gentlemen–" Angelica called their