At the sudden revelation, Emma averted her gaze from the screen of her laptop, her thoughts spinning as she attempted to comprehend the bone chilling article she had just read. To her astonishment, both Sheryl and Damien, the investigators who had delved into the enigmatic depths of the Maddox empire, had met their demise within a mere four months. An upheaval of nausea gripped her, prompting her to rise from her seat and traverse the quiet room with a frenzied gait.How had they become aware that she and Damien were probing the Maddox empire? They had always exercised caution, meeting in secluded areas outside of the city as she can vividly remember and communicating discreetly through disposable phones. She hadn't even dared to use her own phone to contact Damien after their last communication. So how had the situation devolved to this point?As she paced back and forth, memories came flooding back, each one a piercing realization. Damien had once used his regular phone to call her
As Tina forcibly pushed Trevor away from Emma, his angry voice riared at her, as he pointed a finger at Emma. "She instructed you to do it, didn't she?" His narrowed eyes fixed accusingly on Emma.Physically wincing, Emma slowly stood up, her brow furrowed in confusion. She had never expected Trevor to behave like a wild animal, his action had totally caught her off gaurd and she couldn't tell what more he would have done if Tina had not intervened. Tina's voice grew louder, her words brimming with fierce determination. "She had nothing to do with it. It was all about my sister."Trevor's expression softened, his eyes flickering with confusion. "Your sister?""Yes," Tina hissed, her tone dripping with malice. "Sheryl Jones. Your father killed her, and you're just like him."Emma's eyes widened, the pieces of the puzzle falling into place with chilling clarity. Tina's sister was none other than Sheryl Jones? The revelation sent a shiver down her spine as she felt the weight of truth se
As the elevator door slid open, Tina's eyes locked onto Trevor's, brimming with animosity, fury, and a shadowy emotion before vanishing into the the elevator.With a heavy heart, Trevor turned to Emma, searching for words to convey his the numerous emotion he was feeling, one moment he was furious and ready to turn Emma's world upside down again, and the next moment, he found himself helpless and heartbroken. When Ivanka had revealed her decision to terminate their child in the continous pursuit of her modeling career, it had crushed him, their argument had led to a fist of fight. So, when Tina had shared the news of her unexpected pregnancy after a one night stand with her, it had filled him with immense joy. Now, her decision to have aborted the baby without consulting him shattered him all over again.Feeling numb, Trevor got up from his chair and headed towards the elevator, stealing a final glance at Emma before the doors closed.As Emma sat on her office chair, gazing at the bli
The manager's brow creased in astonishment, caught off guard by her brazen defiance. For a moment, he appeared at a loss for words, with his mouth opening and closing like a fish out of water before regaining his composure. With a sharp nod, he spun on his heel and vanished into Mr. Ethan's office, leaving Emma to her ruminations once again.Emma gathered her belongings the moment she was done for the day, her mind still reeling from the day's turn of events. Should she linger until Mr. Ethan's departure or take her leave at the earliest opportunity? Glancing at his sealed office door, she pondered, uncertainty gnawing at her. In the end, she trusted her instincts and slipped out of the office.As she exited the premises, Emma sensed an intense gaze following her, but she chose to ignore it and headed towards her car. However, she was taken aback when she saw Lucas' car parked nearby, her brow furrowed in confusion."Why is Lucas here?" she murmured to herself, her curiosity piqued.T
Lucas's eyes widened in disbelief, his hand reaching out to touch her arm. "I could never, Emma. I truly love you, I never knew who you were the moment I saw you at the bar until the paparazzi news. That's why I wanted to protect you from it all. I didn't want you to think that."Emma faltered as Lucas's words sunk in. She softened, meeting his gaze as Emma slumped her shoulders, sighing heavily as she took in the familiar room. It looked the same as her previous visit, but everything felt different now.Lucas pulled her into his embrace, providing the comfort she desperately needed. "I'm sorry," he whispered, " I'm sorry baby"She leaned into him, seeking comfort in his body heat. "You should have informed me. It brings embarrassment to me to learn of this now.""I understand," Lucas murmured, gently rocking her in an effort to calm her pain.Emma took a deep breath, steeling herself to disclose her burden. "I am aware that you may be curious about my connection with Damien. However
The response that followed was a taunting one. "Let's just say, someone with a mutual interest," it said, causing Emma to furrow her brow in confusion. Her gaze remained fixed on the screen, displaying a private number with no clue to the caller's identity.Emma's voice trembled as she spoke with unease. "Why should I trust you?"The voice remained assertive, "You're desperate, at a dead end. You can lend me a hand with something I need, or you can choose not to and remain in the dark about your father." The voice said and emma's throat suddenly felt dry, what does she have to give the strange caller by the way?"What exactly do you need my help with?" Emma's voice wavered, her breath catching in her throat as the voice emitted a satisfied chuckle.The voice continued, "I need you to uncover some secrets about your boyfriend." A hint of amusement colored its tone, leaving Emma even more confused.Holding onto the phone tightly, Emma listened to the voice on the other end. "My boyfrien
Emma's fingers gripped the bedsheet tightly, her back arching with every thrusts from Lucas, her lips emitting a pleasured gasp. She quivered at the touch of his skin against hers, his grip both firm and tender as he directed their movements."Please don't stop," she pleaded, her voice barely audible as Lucas's hand found her hip, urging her on, urging her to take his entire length deep inside her.He leaned in close, his lips brushing against her ear. " God! it feels so good being inside you. You are driving me crazy with the way you tighten around me" he murmured, his words sending a shiver of anticipation through her body as she tighten around him again, earning a groan from Lucas.She responded with a throaty moan, surrendering herself completely to him. "God you feel so big. Faster!," she whispered, her hips meeting his as the sound of their bodies meeting eachother echoed all over the room.Lucas felt the tension building within him, his body moving in perfect sync with hers as
The ache in Emma's legs caused her to groan as she shifted on the bed's soft sheets. The pain was a reminder of their passionate lovemaking, a memory she welcomed, even as she winced and adjusted her position.Lucas's voice broke through her thoughts, soft and comforting. "Come, let me ease your discomfort," he whispered, drawing her closer with his gentle touch on her waist. Shivers ran down her spine at his proximity, momentarily distracting her from the dull ache.Grinning playfully, Emma swatted his hand away as he moved to caress her back. "Let go of me, you jerk," she chided, though the darkness concealed her scowl. A hint of laughter escaped her lips, betraying her attempt at seriousness."I can feel the intensity of your death glare, you know," Lucas chuckled, his fingers tracing patterns on her back as she settled against him. She smiled, comforted by his warmth and familiar touch."I love you," Emma whispered, her lips brushing against his skin as she chuckled softly. Her fi