As the Kingston family bid their farewell, a profound quiet blanketed Alice's hospital space. "Isn't the Kingston family too nice?" Skylar said. "Certainly, they do. Grandma used to whip up nourishing meals for me even back then..." Alice's reminiscing was abruptly halted by the sound of her ringing phone. She widened her eyes, seeing 'Do Not Pick' Monica's number flashing after so long. "Yes." Alice still didn't forgive her and was not interested in her snobbish rambling. "I'm well aware, Alice, that you put good words for me before Mason's parents, leading to Mason's return to US a few days ago. I won't be offering my thanks for this." Monica said it with her usual attituduous element. "I don't even expect, so better cut chase." Alice retorted with the same temperament. Skylar frowned while listening to Alice's rude words and raised her eyebrows to ask who was on the other side. Alice showed her mobile screen to let her know the name of the caller. "I'm reaching out to tell
Alice's voice cracked with emotion as she spoke to Andrew. "Why would they do this? Just the other day, everyone found out about my mushroom allergy. It can't be a mistake. Someone added it intentionally," she said, tears rolling down her cheeks. Despite Alice being aware that a foe was manipulating Monica to harm her, Andrew understood that she remained oblivious to the fact that her life was at stake. Alice turned her gaze towards Andrew, who was deep in thought, his silence leading her to believe he was in shock. "I can imagine, Andrew; you're probably bewildered or even questioning my sanity, but I thought long and hard before coming to this conclusion," Alice rambled, wiping away her tears. "What's that?" Andrew asked in a trance. The impact of hearing the assailant's name still hung heavy on him, but seeing Alice suffer through the same ordeal was even more unbearable. "This isn't Monica spinning yarns. Sophie mom's agenda was not just to harm me but to wipe me out. All the
"You're a woman I've cherished from a distance for a long time." Andrew confessed.With a blend of surprise and a warm flush, Alice found herself in a state of disbelief."Come on, don't make up stories just to elevate my spirits."Amidst his chuckles, Andrew confessed, "However, I'd move mountains to see you smile; I'm honest about my crush.""But....Bursting with excitement, Alice was on the edge of her seat, eager to get her questions answered. She had a list of things to confirm, but Andrew intervened, putting a halt to her inquiries."Can you let me finish first?""Definitely," Alice agreed, making a zipping gesture across her lips."I mentioned before that your interview inspired me, and later I happened to watch one of your movies, which turned me into a fan of your acting.""Ever since then, in my spare moments, I've been devoted to searching for and watching your interviews. Slowly, I've made my way through each one, and my admiration for you has grown. Your journey towards
"The person she enlisted, Nick Baker, carries a criminal record, having been found guilty of the murder of Sophie Kingston's ex-husband, Clay Gilbert."Alice wondered aloud, "Wait, didn't her ex-husband meet with a car accident?"Even Andrew found himself taken aback. Despite his youth, he remembered vividly that it was that very accident that took away the person he cherished most in his life."Indeed, how does that make sense? It was a car collision, and my mom was another person involved in the accident. I remember it with such clarity.""Yes, it was indeed a car accident. However, following a thorough investigation, the police concluded that Nick Baker, coincidentally a garage worker, had tampered with Clay Gilbert's vehicle.""A car mechanic?" Andrew and Alice exclaimed simultaneously, their eyes widening as they locked gazes. "This is all so strange.""How could she employ an auto expert as a chef, especially one who's responsible for her husband's demise? This just doesn't add
"Alice, finally I got rid of you. Farewell, my dear. Rest in peace." The nurse whispered.Her joy knew no bounds, and she erupted into manic laughter. Yet, her glee was short-lived as she caught a glimpse of a subtle stir in Alice's motionless frame.Alice's hand lifted; she discarded her oxygen mask, got up, and perched on the bed. "Sophie Mom, you've got it all mixed up. I'm perfectly fine."Sophie was left in stunned silence, and then anger welled up inside her like a storm. She clutched the syringe as if it were a dagger, thrusting it toward Alice's neck. Just in the nick of time, Andrew rolled out from beneath the bed and restrained her hand."Stop right there, Sophie Kingston. Lay a finger on my wife, and you'll regret it."Andrew swiftly maneuvered, twisting Sophie's arm and securing it behind her back. He forced her into a chair, swiftly fastening her restraints. Then he yanked off her wig and glasses, exposing the disguise."Urgh." Sophie shook her head."Damn, that's one hel
Frozen in place, Alice withheld her breath as the gun remained pointed at her. After a short pause, she subtly turned her head to size up Sophie from the corner of her eyes, as Sophie continued to cry out and intimidate those around her. She capitalized on this chance, promptly clasped the hand wielding the gun, directed it upwards, then deftly twisted it, causing the weapon to drop, and restrained both of her hands behind her back. With her proficiency in martial arts, she swiftly subdued her in a matter of moments. In a swift motion, the officer advanced and handcuffed Sophie, as two lady cops quickly positioned themselves on either side, taking hold of her hands. "Alice, you bitch, I will kill you." Sophie roars like an animal. "Officer, just lead her out of here," John said. "Hold on..." Alice's sharp tone brought everyone to a standstill. She walked over to Sophie, took her stance, and questioned, "When and how did I offend you? What's the origin of this deep-seated hostilit
"I appreciate your confession, ex-mother. It was crucial for us, as we had no proof against you." Andrew's smile carried a touch of triumph. Sophie's brows knitted in confusion as she retorted, "What nonsense are you spitting, or are you trying to make a fool out of me? Nick has already sold me out." Andrew exchanged a proud glare with officer Lewis and said, "Thank you so much, officer, for your cooperation." "No, Mr. Kingston. I'm glad for your help. We owe you." Andrew's face twisted into a sinister grin as he turned to Sophie. "Even though it's all already done, to add more to your misery, let me tell you something. Neither Nick Baker has any evidence against you, nor has he turned in The police arrested him." "Proving you were an accomplice in Clay Gilbert's murder solely based on Nick's statement, who was certified as mentally unstable, not to mention the mastermind, was a formidable challenge. Nick had already been convicted, and the statute of limitations had run its cours
"The deal with Psyker companies is poised to offer greater benefits." Martin emphasized it with confidence. "After going through their entire business plan, it's evident that it won't serve our purpose. Trust me, Visage Industries is the better choice," John rebutted, leveraging his wealth of experience. "No dad....." "Let's pause for a moment." Marie intervened, preventing them from falling into their typical argumentative pattern, and redirected her attention to the butler. "Ensure today's menu is splendid. Start with Fried Prosciutto Tortellini, Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes, and Sesame Chicken Bites as appetizers, followed by a vegetarian main course of Tostones, Avocado Toasts, and Mushroom Risotto, accompanied by Guacamole, Nachos, and Enchiladas. Have you got that? Additionally, don't overlook the green salad and Couscous Salad. And for dessert, make sure to serve Chocolate Cobler." "Certainly, ma'am..." The butler responded politely and began to make his way to the kitchen, only