Sophia watched as Bryce approached, his charming smile and confident stride making her instincts go on high alert. She turns to Harriet, her mind racing.Harriet simply watched as they went back and forth. Sophia looked completely aggravated. She observed Sophia's tense posture and guarded expression. She returned to Harriet after Bryce had gone. Sophia forced a smile. “What was that about?” Her eyebrows furrowed. Sophia forced a casual tone, "Oh, Bryce? He's just a contractor I worked with on a project. He didn't meet my expectations, so I cut ties with him. That's all."Harriet's face wrinkled, "Okay. If you're sure that's all."Sophia's expression turned stiff, but her voice was firm and defensive, "Yes, Harriet, I'm positive. Let's just drop it, okay?" She asserted, reading Harriet's suspicions more. Harriet sensed her unease. She decides to leave it be and not press the issue further. Her curiosity piqued but they had just kissed and made up so there was no need to drag it.
“So you're just going from work, then you're to see a friend, then you'll be back here?” “That sounds about right. I'll be back before 5pm so I can help you supervise, my mum.”“Alright, I'll take your word for it.”Noah left a very important detail out. He wasn't going to work, he had other plans. Since the kids loved attempting to drive so much, he had decided to get them cars. Not just any kind, custom made from a car company itself. They were children of a conglomerate, they deserved the best. Noah kept it from Sophia because he wanted it to be a surprise, both to her and the kids. Sophia was bad at surprises and keeping secrets. The other reason he was out was to meet up with his college friend. She had said she had something important to discuss with him. He tried to push the meeting but she insisted that it was important, she even called it an emergency. Since she was so persistent, he squeezed her into his schedule. It was supposed to be in and out, or so he thought. The
Noah's eyes fluttered open, groggily taking in his surroundings. He tried to sit up, but a wave of dizziness washed over him, forcing him back onto the bed. Emily's face came into focus. "Emily, why am I being kept here? What's going on? What's the meaning of all this?" His voice was less than a whisper. He battled for breath. "You just need to rest, Noah. You'll be fine soon.""Who's paying you to do this? Tell me, Emily. I have a right to know."She was hesitant, "I... I can't reveal that, Noah. Please try to understand. I know that you're a curious one. I can't believe you were about to let me, a damsel in distress, sort out her own problems.""Listen, Emily. I'll triple whatever they're paying you. Just let me go, and we'll forget this ever happened.""Noah, I can't. I'm sorry. You just need to trust me."Noah's eyes narrowed at her. Was she insane? She had him drugged and handcuffed to the bed, now she was asking for trust? His mind racing with possibilities. He knew very well
Sophia stuck around just for while. She stayed in Noah's house because he still wasn't able to shake off the happenings of the last few days. Staying with his mother in the same house didn't quite her the case. How could Jeffery have so much control over the company. He sent out a huge payment using the company account. How was that even possible?Everyday, he was getting more and resourceful. Recruiting his old classmate was a whole different level. It was still morning. The warm sunshine danced across her face. She was sipping on a mock tail with an contented smile spread across her face.She watched the twins play in the kiddy pool splashing and playing, their giggles and squeals filled the air. The sound of water splashing gave her serenity. It was much-needed given the chaos and uncertainty of recent events. For a moment, all seemed right with the world.A gentle breeze rustled her hair, Sophia felt a sense of peace settle over her. She closed her eyes, letting the tranquilit
Noah's knees were stuck, he couldn't move. “Why?” his lips quivered uncontrollably. “Noah, can we talk about this later, we have guests to attend to. And please, get off the floor someone might mis-read the situation.”“What is there to mis-read Sophia. I'm asking, no begging you, to marry me.”Noah's breathe was shaky, he felt like the whole world was falling upon his shoulders. All of a sudden the entire estate felt too small. Noah's eyes pleaded for an explanation, his voice cracking with emotion. "Why, Sophia? What did I do wrong? Was it something I said or did?"Sophia's expression changed from sadness to anger, she couldn't hold back her words. "You really don't know, do you? Are you blind Noah? Or did you forget how you threw divorce papers in my face barely a week after your father died, while we were all in mourning, at least some of us were, the ones who actually loved Mr. Milton. You manipulated me at any chance you go. Let's not talk about how you got me into this hoax
As Sophia stood up to leave the table, Brad followed behind her. Noah could definitely tell that something was off. Before he could stand up, Bryce had already taken initiative. “Where are you going?” Harriet ask, as scowl on her face. “I'm going to check up on her.”“What relationship do you have with my daughter-in-law?”“You mean ex-daughter-in-law.”“I didn't mince my words you bastard. I mean and meant daughter-in-law. They'll be getting remarried, and I'll be sure to send you an invite.”Bryce scoffed and stood up regardless. "Bryce, or whatever the fuck your name is, if your legs cross those pocket doors, I'm calling the police. I sure as hell don't bluff! Sit down, now! This doesn't concern you."Bryce's eyes flashed with annoyance. He reluctantly sat back down sending a cold glare to Noah. Savannah's gaze swept the table, her eyes lingered on each face. "Let's just calm down and enjoy our breakfast, shall we?" Bryce's eyes narrowed, "What's your problem, Harriet? Are you
“If he leaves I'm going too.”“Okay. But don't come into the main house. I need you far away from my line of sight.”Sophia rubbed his arm. He looked down at her, disappointed clearly visible in his eye.“Let's go upstairs,” she said still rubbing his arm gently. Noah said nothing and just followed. “Why did you do that? In front of all those people?”“I--I. You won't understand for now but just trust me. I know you hate his guts--”“I do, I really do. My mum's still rilled up from breakfast and I don't know how to tell her that the bastard will be staying another night.” He pouted. Sophia narrowed her eyes at him. “You said to trust you, so I will. Blindly in fact, lead me where you want. I won't complain Sophia, but I can't stand the thought of that guy being around you.”Sophia smiled, “Do it make you, Jealous?”“Yes,” Noah said, lips quivering as anger started to surge through him. “What should I do about it?” Sophia's eyes locked onto Noah's. Her gaze was intense. She could s
“Bryce?” was the last thing Sophia heard before he and Noah began their race. ‘Why on earth is he running?’ Sophia asked herself. She stood there, utterly confused. After a moment of shock, she took one of the cars and decided to find out where the two men were racing to. When she had finally caught up to them, Noah was hot on Bryce's tail. A car came in speeding, but seemed to slow down before reaching Bryce, like he was there on purpose. As if on cue, Bryce fell down right before Noah got to him. Sophia swallowed hard. Sophia came down from the car, throwing her calm demeanor away. Her eyes were wide with shock and horror as she took in the scene before her. She saw Bryce lying motionless on the ground, and Noah standing over him, his face contorted in anguish.She rushed towards them, her heart racing with fear. "Noah, what have you done?" she cried, her voice trembling with anger and worry.Noah's eyes met hers, "Sophia, I...I didn't mean to," he stammered.Sophia's gaze was s