Sophia was in her elements. After all that had happened with Kira, Noah and her business, she needed the rest. When she got home, she poured herself a glass of non-alcoholic wine. She still had a lot to get through. Building her company's reputation was not going to be an easy task but she was willing to go through the stress, her children's future depended on itNoah promised to help her get through this phase. No matter how much she protested, he didn't listen. Eventually she gave in. As she thought about Noah, pain struck through her heart. She remembered Noah's expression from earlier, how he sent his phone to an early grave over what he said was a ‘minor inconvenience’ with one of his sites. No matter how much she asked, he didn't reveal a single detail, said he didn't want her to worry. She felt bad that he wouldn't let her in. A knock on her kitchen door had her spilling her wine all over the kitchen Island. She walked over to the door then peeked through the transparent gl
“Are you okay? Why'd you run outside like that?”Sophia looked incredibly concerned and a little hurt. She had been trying to talk to Noah, but he'd been brushing her off and acting distant.‘What's going on with him? We used to be so close, but lately, he's been shutting me out. I feel like I'm losing my mind.’“Nothing, I'm just paranoid, that's all.”"Noah! Can we please talk? You've been acting so distant lately, and it's really hurting me."He sighed, "Sophia, I'm just stressed out, okay? I'll deal with it myself. Just worry about your company and the kids, I can't have you thinking about my shit too. It'll be too much to take on.""That's not fair, Noah. We're supposed to be a team. You're shutting me out, and it feels like you don't trust me anymore."He avoided eye contact. She knew he was hiding something. "I do trust you, Sophia. I just... need some time to work on it, okay? Once I handle everything I'll let you know. For now, let me drive you home."Sophia looked at Tammy w
Noah's phone chimed. By now he knew who it was. [Shit, I'm so sorry. I thought they could swim.]Sophia stared at him. He had just been told that his children were drowning, what was he looking at on his phone. Whatever it was seemed to get him more upset. Her mind went blank. What was he so worried about?When she had managed to collect her thoughts, she realized she was the only one in the office. She had gone blank for way too long. "Oh no! The kids! What's happening?"They both rush out to the infinity pool area, where the kids were laid out. Harriet tried to carry out CPR. Sophia was completely paralyzed, "Oh my god! The kids! They're...they're...""I've got them! I've got them!" He rushed over to Addison while Harriet was on Aiden. They were still in their uniforms. If they wanted to jump in, they would have taken off their clothes. The twins could swim really well but water that keep could kill them easily. "This isn't over, Noah. I want the truth. Now.“ she was shook. ”
Sophia's eyes blazed with a different type of fury. Her brain was scrambled. She had asked so many questions but they still remained unanswered. She charged towards Noah with a powerful stride. Noah turned to face her, but she continued to advance, backing him into a corner. There was no way he could avoid her now. "Noah, we need to talk. Now." “Sophia, what's going on?" He hadn't seen her this confused and petrified before. “You know exactly what's going on. You're not answering any of my questions, and hell do I have a lot. Jeffery is a threat to our family, and we need to talk about this." “The staff sensed the growing tension and acted quickly. They ushered the children out of the room, whispering to them as they went. They tried to calm them down a reduce their stress level. “Come along, kids. Let's get you to your new bedroom. Everything will be okay." The twins nodded as they glance back at their parents before being led out of the room. Sophia's gaze never left Noah
‘Learn to share?’ Those words resonated in Sophia's mind. She backed away slowly and made her way upstairs, her heart raced with anxiety.She needed to get out of there. She entered into the bedroom, her eyes scanned the room as she took a deep breath. She began to quickly pack her belongings, her hands were shaking slightly as she tried her possible best to calm herself down.‘I can't stay here. I can't be around her. She's toxic.’Sophia zipped up her suitcase and grabs her house keys, double-checking to make sure she has everything. She took a final glance around the room, her eyes lingered on everything. She took a deep breath, steeling herself, and heading for the children's room. Noah caught her by the shoulders. His eyes were filled with concern as he saw her with her packed bags."Sophia, what are you doing? You can't leave now.""I have to, Noah. I can't stay here with her. She's making me uncomfortable, and I don't feel safe.""Okay, I get it. But you cannot leave in the m
Sophia pulled up to Tammy's house, honking the horn to signal that she had arrived. Tammy got out from the front door, carrying a large bag. The smile on her face was definitely contagious. "Hey, Boss lady! Thank you for picking me up. I'm so ready to tackle this day!"Sophia laughed hard, "Me too! Let's get some coffee and brainstorm how we're going to rebuild the office."They drove to the coffee shop, chatting about their plans and ideas. Once they got there, they settled at their usual table and waited for a server to come. Sophia pulled out a notebook and pen. While Tammy got out her laptop. They were both tired of being stuck at home while the office was being reconstructed. "Okay, Tammy. Let's get down to business. We need to find a new location, while this one is being reconstructed. If we had another branch and managerial team, maybe we wouldn't have to be sitting ducks.“ Tammy nodded in agreement, “We also need rebuild our team. Where do we start?""Well, I've been thi
Harriet Milton's mansion had become a horror house. It seemed like her worse nightmare had materialized. George Milton was playing games with her even from the grave. “How could you? How dare you George.” She went through a box of old love letters he had written her, riping them bit by bit. She was angry and bitter. She gave all she had to the man and this was the way he thought to repay her?She had first met George in college and no matter how much he asked her out, she declined. It was only a matter of time before she agreed to court the young billionaire and was hoax into a contract marriage. Because of all the bills her family was drowning in, the contract got extended far more that she thought. Just like Noah, George's father requested he get married and provide him a legitimate heir. George loathe his father for what he did so when he gave his son the same condition and a year to fulfil it, she was quite surprised. Maybe he had finally understood his father’s reason for do
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.