It had been days since Martin and Adrienne had exchanged a word. Martin had retreated to the solitude of his study, while Adrienne had secluded herself in her room, indulging in binge-watching her favorite TV shows.One evening, after completing her usual routine of showering and eating dinner, Adrienne felt an unexpected urge to venture outside. Looking around, she noticed the darkness setting in, and with no one in sight, she decided to make her way outdoors.Adrienne couldn't shake off a hint of trepidation as she stepped beyond the gate. The absence of the security personnel intrigued her, though she still moved as silently as possible. Gradually, she opened the smaller gate, avoiding its creaking hinges, and stepped into the night.It was her first time venturing beyond the mansion's confines, and as she walked down the road, she couldn't deny a sense of apprehension. Wearing a simple dress and comfortable flats, she repeated to herself, "I'm not running away; I'm just going for
Adrienne's breath hitched as Martin's words sent shivers down her spine. Her heart raced, her cheeks flushed with anticipation. She could feel the intensity of his gaze, the weight of his desire, and it took her breath away."I'm sure he did better," Adrienne playfully teased, a mischievous glint in her eyes. Martin smirked, accepting her challenge.He leaned closer and kissed her forehead, tenderly caressing her cheek with his thumb. "Just the forehead?" Adrienne said, her voice tinged with a hint of pretend dismay. Martin chuckled, his laugh like music to her ears.Martin leaned in once more, his lips lingering inches away from hers. The air between them crackled with electricity, as if the world held its breath, waiting for their souls to intertwine.Adrienne managed to find her voice, barely a whisper, as she replied to his touch, "Richard could never touch me like this."Martin's eyes sparkled with a mixture of triumph and adoration. Slowly, he closed the distance, their lips fi
Adrienne knocked lightly on Martin's study door, the sound echoing through the room before she timidly let herself in."Hey," she greeted him, a hint of sadness in her voice."Hey beautiful," Martin looked up from his desk and offered her a warm smile, causing a faint blush to appear on her cheeks.Adrienne stood by the window, gazing outside at the sprawling mansion before them. Her fingers gently traced the outline of the glass, as if memorizing every detail."I am definitely going to miss this house," she murmured softly.Martin rose from his seat and approached her from behind, his arms encircling her in a tender embrace. Leaning down, he pressed a gentle kiss to her hair."And I'm gonna miss you," he admitted, his voice filled with both longing and regret.Adrienne turned to face him, her eyes filled with affection. She reached out, her thumb stroking his hands lovingly."I'm sorry," she whispered, her voice betraying her nervousness.Martin's throat tightened with emotion, his g
***Present day***The drive from the hospital to Richard's mansion was tense and silent. Richard sat behind the wheel, his hand resting lightly on Adrienne's lap, occasionally giving it a comforting rub. Adrienne sat quietly, her eyes closed, lost in her thoughts."We are here," Richard finally broke the silence, announcing their arrival as he parked the car. They both exited the vehicle and made their way inside. Adrienne headed straight to Richard's room, hoping for some peace and quiet, only to find Juliette lying provocatively on the bed."Juliette?" Adrienne called out, her voice filled with both surprise and confusion. She turned to Richard, her eyes demanding an explanation for this unexpected sight."Welcome back home," Juliette grinned devilishly, a hint of mischief in her eyes. With her head held high, she gracefully stood up from the bed and exited the room, leaving Adrienne and Richard alone, both in a state of shock."What the hell was that?" Adrienne finally managed to d
Anabelle and Linc descended the stairs together and joined the rest of the family in the living room."I needed to collect something from Linc, that's why I was in his room," Anabelle fibbed, feeling the weight of their stares."Hmm. Something like a kiss or a dick?" Renee interjected with a mischievous smile."Renee, watch your language," Evelyn cautioned, giving her daughter a disapproving look."Whatever. They were in the middle of a make-out session when I walked in to call them," Renee said, her tone defiant."Damn it!" Linc muttered under his breath, frustration gripping him."Making out? That's absolutely false! I'm married to Ryan, have some decency," Anabelle defended herself."Yeah, as if I'd have a romantic relationship with her," Linc chimed in."Enough from both of you!" Michael's stern voice demanded their attention."Don't think we're oblivious to your little affair. Keep playing games with that jerk, Annabelle," Ryan sneered."We're all aware of what's going on between
Richard arrived at Adrienne's house, filled with worry as he searched every room and called out her name repeatedly. It became increasingly clear that she was nowhere to be found.Frustration slowly crept into his voice as he wondered aloud, "Where could she possibly be?" Realization struck him – if she wasn't home, then she must have gone to Daniel.Determined, Richard made his way to Daniel's house, only to discover that Daniel had moved out. Feeling slightly defeated, his thoughts turned to other possible locations. Perhaps she was at her other house or her mom's house. However, both houses were in Abuja."Did she really fly all the way to Abuja?" Richard thought aloud in disbelief.As it turned out, he was right. Adrienne was indeed at her mom's house in Abuja. Aware that Richard would eventually find her at her own house, she had sought refuge at her mom's instead.It was nearly 11pm when Richard arrived at Mrs. Davison's house. Surprisingly, she was still awake and kindly allow
"Good morning, Mom," Adrienne greeted."Good morning, Ma," Richard greeted Mrs. Davison as they entered the dining room."Please, sit down for breakfast," Mrs. Davison said.As the breakfast was served, they started eating."Adrienne, we didn't have much time to talk yesterday. How are you feeling now? Have you made a decision yet?" Mrs. Davison asked.Adrienne glanced at Richard and mouthed, "I told her everything," and he nodded."Sort of. We haven't discussed what to do about Michael and Linc yet," Adrienne explained."What do you mean by 'what to do with Michael and Linc'? They should be sent to jail, of course. Lifetime imprisonment if possible," Mrs. Davison stated."Lifetime imprisonment based on what? My confession alone? There's no evidence, Mom, and they'll never admit to their crime in court," Adrienne said."Richard, what do you think?" Mrs. Davison asked."Mom, please don't bug him. I know he's feeling quite uncomfortable right now," Adrienne said."Why should he? We've s
"Why is Renee suing me?" Adrienne exclaimed, disbelief written all over her face. "Is it Ryan's Renee? You know, the Renee we both know? Or is it a completely different Renee?" The questions poured out of her in rapid succession, leaving Lisa momentarily speechless."Yes, it's Ryan's Renee. She's suing you for product liability. I've already sent the details to your email."Adrienne groaned, her frustration evident. "I'm still watching Juliette's stupid broadcast, and I am absolutely not in the mood to read through a bunch of stupid files. Just read it for me and provide a brief summary when I call you later," she commanded dismissively."Alright then," Lisa responded and hung up the phone.Sighing softly, Adrienne turned her attention back to the ongoing broadcast."I first met Adrienne months ago," Juliette began, her voice brimming with false sincerity. "It was at a beauty awards ceremony I attended with Ryan. Adrienne was incredibly kind to me, and I really looked up to her as