"What? Why? Lisa just resumed work yesterday, and the next thing you are leaving the country already. What happened to 'I'll always be there for you'? Are you planning to be there for me while you're in another country?" Adrienne's voice was accusatory, her emotions getting the better of her. "Here she goes again. Dramatic. You're supposed to ask why I am leaving the country first. It's not like it's something I planned in advance," Daniel defended, a tinge of frustration edging into his voice. "Well, why are you leaving the country?" Adrienne crossed her arms defensively, her expression guarded. "It's Juliette. She went to Dubai last week. We were in contact with each other for two days after she arrived, but for five days now, I haven't been able to reach her," Daniel explained, genuine concern etched across his face. "Oh my god. I hope she's okay," Adrienne uttered, her accusation melting away in the face of genuine worry. "Now that's the Adrienne I like. The caring one, not th

"Dad, good morning," Ryan greeted, tentatively approaching his father. Michael sat regally behind the grandiose desk, engrossed in his phone and glanced up, his expression devoid of warmth. "Good morning? I can't remember the last time you greeted me. How's your face? Does it still hurt?" he asked, feigning concern. Ryan forced a smile, trying to hide his discomfort. "No, I'm okay," he lied, not wanting to give his father the satisfaction of seeing him in pain. "Dad, I need to talk to you about Rosa," Ryan began, his voice quivering slightly. He steeled himself, prepared to face whatever may come. Michael's eyebrow raised in curiosity. "And what about her?" Taking a deep breath, Ryan forged on. "Please, let her go. She has considered getting an abortion," he confessed. Michael burst into laughter, the sound echoing throughout the room. "What's so funny?" Ryan asked, feeling hurt by his father's reaction. "You, son. You're quite the joker. Rosa getting an abortion? That'

"Are you okay? Why the sudden moody look on your face?" Lisa asked with a concerned tone, observing Adrienne's distant expression. Adrienne shrugged, her attention clearly focused on her own thoughts. "It's nothing, really," she replied dismissively, rising from the bed and heading towards the bathroom. Lisa watched her leave, a mixture of anticipation and uneasiness filling her heart. After a brief moment, Adrienne emerged from the bathroom, wearing the seductive red lingerie set sent to her by Richard. The sight of Adrienne in such a captivating ensemble made Lisa's heartbeat quicken. She couldn't help but feel an overwhelming desire to express her adoration. "Uh... should I leave?" Lisa nervously stammered, her voice betraying the rush of emotions coursing through her veins. Adrienne turned to face Lisa, her reflection visible in the mirror, seeking validation. "How do I look? Does it suit me?" she inquired, her eyes searching for an honest response. Lisa swallowed, tryin

"Hey, what kind of house is this?" Juliette inquired as Andrew brought the car to a halt. The mansion before her loomed large, but an eerie feeling permeated the air. It was as if a sense of darkness lingered, or something crucial was amiss, yet the silence enveloped the place like a desolate graveyard. "Follow me..." Andrew instructed, his voice commanding. Juliette observed him striding towards the front door, his hands casually tucked into his pockets. An involuntary scoff escaped her lips as she reluctantly trailed after him. As she entered, her annoyance only intensified upon reaching the living area and spotting a portrait hanging prominently on the wall. It was a grand portrait of Adrienne. "Why is her picture here? Is this her house? I distinctly remember you saying it belonged to a 'he' and not a 'she'!" Juliette's eyes rolled indignantly. "No, this is not her house, and it indeed belongs to a 'he,'" a deep baritone voice resonated from behind Juliette. Startled, she sw

"Good morning," Ryan greeted Adrienne, a warm smile lighting up his face as he glanced up from his laptop. Adrienne, disheveled from sleep, yawned and rubbed her eyes in response. "Good morning. Did I oversleep?" Adrienne asked sheepishly, feeling a hint of embarrassment at waking up late. Ryan chuckled. "Nah, you got the perfect amount of sleep your body needed," he reassured her, his voice filled with sincerity. Adrienne stretched her weary limbs and let out a contented sigh. "I'll be right back," she said, mustering enough energy to head to the bathroom for a quick refreshing routine. After brushing her teeth and splashing cold water on her face, she emerged, feeling much more awake. She made her way towards Ryan, bending down to plant a tender kiss on the top of his hair. Curiosity sparked in her eyes as she noticed the intensity of his focus. "What are you up to?" Adrienne inquired, genuinely interested. "Just going over some account reports I've neglected. It's about t